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Design for Seasons <br /> A community that promotes year-round livability and engagement <br /> is important for its health, sustainability and economic vitality. <br /> Urban design can be utilized to encourage people to celebrate all <br /> seasons of the year. Paying close attention to sun angles and <br /> weather patterns, buildings and public spaces can invite year-round <br /> activity, extending the seasons for things like public markets or <br /> concerts in public plazas. Lighting is also an effective means of <br /> creating ambience and enlivening a streetscape or neighborhood <br /> that invites activity through the dark, damp months of winter. Aimmimosloommomii <br /> By stepping down building heights and having them grouped with <br /> others of similar heights, the effects of the low winter sun can be <br /> minimized and help preserve solar access for nearby areas. In <br /> addition, areas along the south facades of building projects are opportunities for plazas, open spaces, and pocket parks that <br /> provide comfortable seating and weather protection. Streetscaping, landscaping, public art, vibrant colors, intriguing materials and <br /> lighting designed with climate sensitive considerations can also enhance and encourage year-round living and public engagement. <br /> Policies and Actions r <br /> Building Heights and Massing (Urban Form) <br /> The tallest buildings should be encouraged to locate near the center of Metro Everett, designed with distinctive architecture <br /> elements that exemplify the age, and incorporate several public amenities such as innovative open spaces at the ground level and <br /> commercial public spaces near the top. The downtown skyline should, over time, become a source of civic pride and considered <br /> a community asset. <br /> With more infill development, including taller buildings and more density, the massing of large buildings should be mitigated by <br /> setbacks, architectural articulations, and open spaces so that they do not become overly visually imposing. Buildings near low <br /> density neighborhoods and areas with lower permitted building heights should have height setbacks to accommodate for <br /> transition. <br /> Chapter 8,Urban Design 8 August 29,2018 <br />