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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning 2014-06-24 Item 5 - 2015 Comprehensive Plan - Attachment B.2: Proposed Community Image and Identity Element (Strikeout/Underline)COMMUNITY IMAGE AND IDENTITY PURPOSE The Community Image and Identity element establishes a framework that celebrates our history, builds upon our diversity, and fosters civic engagement, while accommodating growth in a way that furthers the community's vision. The goals and policies of this element areis intended to enhance the overall Community Image and Identity to which every element of the Plan contributes in some degree. The citizens of Tukwila in numerous public meetings have expressed a strong interest in strengthening this identity and image; through from the originaland both Vision Tukwila and Tukwila Tomorrow processes in the 1990s teand the recent strategic planning process and Community Conversationshave concerned themselves. The strategic planning process culminated in the approval by the City Council of the City of Tukwila Strategic Plan 2012 (Strategic Plan). These The following goals and policy recommendations in this chapter reflect this interest in concern with promoting a positive community character and identity. They are based on the image of the community as seen not only by the citizens of Tukwila but also by visitors and those who come here to work. With little available vacant land other than the Tukwila South subarea, much of Tukwila's future residential population growth will occur in mixed use commercial areas. Ensuring that these 1 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Comment [RF1]: "Identity" added to emphasize how Tukwila is experienced and perceived both from within the community and outside the community. Formatted: Font color: Auto 75 increasingly dense areas are vibrant, attractive places to put down roots is key to achieving Citywide goals. As Tukwila transitions from being a suburban community to a more urban place, theimportance of well- designed commercial and multifamily spaces is recognized. The value of preserving and celebrating the area's diverse cultural and historical heritage is also broadly appreciated. The existing dominant and positive aspects of the community's overall image and of its residential areas should be preserved, but they are thr utened by development. These goals and policies provide guidelines for a balance between thc need to retain these of the City. They provide clear directions for future developments and changes in thc physical environment, preserve the positive and often intangible characteristics of the community, and serve as a basis of improvements associated with both public and private development. In addition, and most importantly, they provide direction for funding and budgetary actions such as thc City's Capital Improvement Plan rr A central f aturc of this clement is an open space network of visual and /or physical links bctwccn recreation and othcr significant community facilities. The visual links arc bands of preserved vegetation demarcating important physical f turcs of the Tukwila transportation corridors. The physical links are the physical connections available to the public for accessing and enjoying the amenities of the City. 2 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element 76 Comment [P2]: Vegetation preservation is discussed in the Natural Environment element updated and approved by the Council in 2013. Open space is addressed in the new Parks, Recreation and Open Space element. Formatted: Font color: Auto ISSUES Tukwila is an economically and geographically unique community. It has a large proportion and expanse of commercial and industrial develop ent activity compared to -the amount of residential development. It is divided into distinct areas by freeways and crisscrossing arterials, with the Green /Duwamish /Green River winding throughout the entireits length of the City. The hillsides and valleys in the area further contribute to dividingsplit the City into numerous, almost disconnected segments. Local streets and major arterials interweave in a fashion that docsdo not follow a predictable grid pattern, contributing confusion as to where parts of the City actually are within the landscape. Relatively ILarge structures containing industrial and commercial developments, together with associated parking, tend to dominate the City's image alandscape as perceivedwhen seen from freeways and major arterials. This persists as the overall image of the City despite the fact that the community's -11as many areas of quiet residential streets and abundant vegetation. This geology also contributes to a sense of fracture between neighborhoods resulting in the challenge of developing solutions that serve all the residents. The topography of the community is anothcr unique characteristic. Spectacular views of Mount Rainier, the Cascade Mountains, and even the Seattle skyline are available From from many hillsides around the City, spectacular views of Mount Rainicr, the Cascade Mountains, and even the S attic skyline are available. In addition, numerous streets run along the hillsides and afford sweeping vistas of land and greenery. And finally, the Green/Duwamish/Grecn River and Tukwila Pond offers a unique natural amenitiesy whose 3 ,City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Comment [CL3]: Subsections have been added under "issues" to provide a brief narrative to support the goals and policies that follow later in the chapter. Formatted: Font color: Auto 77 potential as a prominent and dramatic elements of the community image haves yet to be fully realizedcognized. Historic Preservationand Cultural Awareness While Tukwila has a rich history that has involved farming, rail transportation, and the evolution of industry, especially aircraftdevelopment of the aircraft industry, there are few visible indications of its earlier days. With the exception of the Museum of Flight, the Duwamish Hill Preserve and the some interpretive markers along the Green /Duwamish /Green River, there are no explanations or celebrations of the major features of the community's heritage, such as the Interurban rail line. Only a few places are given any degree of commemoration with respect to their role in the growth of Tukwila. Due to Tukwila's location on the Green /Duwamish River, the area has been home to many Native American settlements, and played an important role in local Native American history and culture. Development along certain portions of the river has exposed artifacts from the days when Native Americans travelled the river and camped along its banks. These artifacts require protection from future development, and improved interpretation so that the public can appreciate their origin and significance. Cultural Diversity Tukwila's demographics have changed significantly in the 20 years since the original Comprehensive Plan was adopted. Similar to changes seen throughout all South King County, Tukwila has become home to a diverse mix of people from many backgrounds and countries. Our challenge is to create a community where residents, including the long -term and the recently- arrived, with varied 4 ,City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element 78 Comment [CL4]: Discussion in this section adapted from the Strategic Plan narrative. Formatted: Font color: Auto backgrounds, traditions, languages and countries of origin, feel connected and committed to each other, their neighborhoods, their community groups and organizations, and to the City as a whole., Many people feel involved in their own piece of Tukwila, be it a block, a neighborhood, a business park or a particular linguistic, cultural or interest group. Throughout the development of the City's five to ten yearStrategic Plan (2012), there was a clearly expressed desire to increase a shared sense of belonging and involvement in Tukwila as a whole. This desire will be carried forward in the Comprehensive Plan through goals and policies which promote robust outreach on Comprehensive Plan activity and other City actions to the entire community. This outreach includes not only working with groups and individuals who have been involved in land use issues in the past, but reaching out to individuals and groups whose ideas have not traditionally been heard. "Community Conversation" meetings were held to hear about issues important to the many different cultural communities in Tukwila. This engagement involved talking with immigrant community members through interpreters to identify the issues most important to them and to ensure that diverse views were represented. The City will continue to explore ways to engage all citizens in its planning efforts. City Boundaries There is little sense of entering or leaving either the community as a whole or individual neighborhoods, largely because in many areas the City limits are irregular or do not coincide with natural boundarieshave expanded so dramatically in recent y rs. Now that opportunity to make Tukwila's sizc and expanse will be more 5 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Formatted: Font: +Headings (Cambria), Not Highlight Formatted: Indent: Left: 0.44 ", First line: 0 ", Tab stops: 0.44 ", Left + Not at 1.19" Comment [P5]: This section moved from Annexation Element as that element may be eliminated by 2015. Formatted: Font color: Auto 79 evident in people's minds. Providing identifiable boundarics becomes f asiblc. In addition, Tukwila's growth through petitioned annexations has created certain boundary anomalies: • City of Seattle: The border configuration between Tukwila and Seattle in the King County Airport area, in which the boundary crosses Interstate 5 more than once and splits certain industrial properties, creates a number of jurisdictional issues, including police response. • City of SeaTac: On the southwest, the boundary between Tukwila and SeaTac crosses Interstate 5 and other streets in several places, creating difficulties for the reasonable provision of services. With major expansion largely ended, there is an opportunity to make Tukwila's size and extent more visible by providing identifiable - boundary markers. Commercial Development and Urban Design Four strategies from the City's Strategic Plan were identified that could be used to develop a community of inviting neighborhoods and vibrant business districts. During the strategic planning process and the Community Conversations that informed the Comprehensive Plan Update, the City heard consistently that residents and businesses want a safe and visually attractive community. The design of residential and commercial development is key to accomplishing this goal. Visually attractive development occurs through the application of design criteria that are functional, 6 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element 80 Formatted: Font color: Auto attractive and safe. Safe and visually attractive communities are also achieved through the enforcement of existing standards. City planning and investment in infrastructure promotes safe., attractive neighborhoods and business districts, and supports and enhances Tukwila's position as a major shopping and employment center. Areas of focus include making the City more accessible for bicyclists and walkers, and engaging residents and businesses in setting expectations for how Tukwila's public and private spaces will look. Parks, Recreation and Open Space System A community's identify is also drawn from the green spaces that make up a system of parks, recreation and open space. For the first time, the Comprehensive Plan addresses this important community feature in a separate Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element. - The State requires that all cities planning under the Growth Management Act identify "open space corridors" useful for rccr ation, wildlife habitat, trails, and conncction of critical ar as (or, as defined in Tukwila, sensitive areas). The word "corridors" tends to imply a passageway, whereas Tukwila recognizes that movement through the entire open spacc corridor is not necessary; therefore, the City chooses to identify an "open space network" that consists of public and privately owned lands. A network of open space is a concept that comes from Tukwila's past land use planning, from the Tukwila Tomorrow process as well as from the State's Growth Management Act. The presence of a high quality natural system interconnected and accessible for rccr ation, where appropriatc is part of the overall quality of life 7 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Formatted: Indent: Left: 0.44 ", Space After: 0 pt, Line spacing: single Comment [CL6]: The majority of this section has been deleted as open space is addressed in the new Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element of the Comprehensive Plan Formatted: Font color: Auto 81 goal for thc City of Tukwila and is a county wide goal for all urban ar as within Pugct Sound. Identification of lands as part of the opcn spacc network does not restrict the use of the land to public rccr ation. Identification m ans that thcsc lands have value to the network. Private use would preserve that value whether it's a sensitive ar a (critical ar a as defined by the State) has an identified public access function, or has a significant vegetative /topographic function. In addition, land identified within the network shall have first priority for future public purchase of lands for rccr ation /opcn space. The following goals and policies address thc opportunities and challenges prcscntcd by this unusual urban sctting. Thcy focus on: • Overall community image • Residential ar as Transportation corridors such as Pacific Highway and Interurban Avenue • Tukwila Urban Center a—Commercial districts ■ —Open spacc network ,Healthy Living The -urban form - including the infrastructure and built environment - affects the health of residents and workers, as well as the community identity overall. The proximity of trails, sidewalks for safe walking, transit connections to reduce the use of single occupant vehicles that contribute to air pollution, the availability of recreation 8 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element 82 Formatted: Indent: Left: 0" Comment [RF7]: Addressing this topic was requested by the Tukwila City Council during the 2013 Comp Plan review and identified as important in the Community Conversations. This section is also added to reflect the focus on healthy living and food access that is expressed in Puget Sound Regional Council's Vision 2040 /Multi- County Planning policies and the King County Planning Policies. Formatted: Font: +Body (Calibri), 18 pt, Bold j [ Formatted: Indent: Left: 0.38" Formatted: Font: +Body ( Calibri), 18 pt, Bold Formatted: Font color: Auto Formatted: Font: +Headings (Cambria), 16 pt programs and access to healthy and affordable food choices all contribute to the health of a community. The importance of providing healthy living choices is reflected throughout the Comprehensive Plan especially in this element, as well as in the Parks, Recreation and Open Space -, Economic Development and Transportation elements. The City hosted Community Conversations to identify issues as part of the update to the Comprehensive Plan, and Comomunity Conversation outreach meetings when developing the 2012 Strategic Plan. As part of these efforts, community members consistently expressed their desire for better access to recreational opportunities, safer routes to schools for children, and better access to affordable, good quality food, including fresh fruits and vegetables. Seeking to expand access to healthy food and provide job training opportunities, the City has provided use of the Tukwila Community Center's facilities by Project Feast, an organization that empowers immigrants by equipping them with hands -on vocational training to gain their footing in the food industry. The organization also connects trainees to opportunities to make a living in the food industry and share their wealth of knowledge about their native country's food with the greater Seattle community. In the process, the participants becomeintegrated into local communities and economies. The City is also exploring, in conjunction with the City of SeaTac, establishing a Food Innovation Network in this area. A Food Innovation Network is a governance structure that promotes increased food sector investment and employment opportunities. A food innovation district is a geographic concentration of food - oriented businesses, services and community activities that local governments support through planning and economic development 9 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Formatted: Indent: Left: 0 ", Space After: 0 pt, Line spacing: single Formatted: Indent: Left: 0", Space After: 0 pt, Line spacing: single Formatted: Indent: Left: 0 ", Space After: 0 pt, Line spacing: single Formatted: Font: +Headings (Cambria), 16 pt Formatted: Font: +Headings (Cambria), 16 pt Formatted: Font: +Headings (Cambria), 16 pt Formatted: Font: +Headings (Cambria), 16 pt Formatted: Font: +Headings (Cambria), 16 pt Formatted: Font: +Headings (Cambria), 16 pt Formatted: Font: +Headings (Cambria), 16 pt Formatted: Font color: Auto 83 initiatives in order to promote a positive business environment, spur regional food system development and increase access to local food. As the primary mechanism for establishing this type of program is economic development, further discussion and proposing goals and policies is deferred to the Economic Development element of the Comprehensive Plan. Community Image Tukwila's image as perceived within the community and region, and portrayed by the media is often at odds with its many positive attributes. The City faces challenges in shifting negative perceptions abaout public safety and crime to create and communicate an image that better reflects reality, engages residents and attracts visitors and businesses. GOALS AND POLICIES Overall Community Identitymage. Coal 1.1 A community where residents stay because they feel a strong emotional attachment, including: Opportunities for interaction with neighbors and public servants *- An image consistent with neighborhood identity, pride and Goal 1.1 A community of inviting neighborhoods and vibrant business districts. 10 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element 84 Formatted: Indent: Left: 0 ", Space After: 0 pt, Line spacing: single Comment [RFS]: Strategic Plan issue Formatted: Indent: Left: 0.38 ", Space After: 0 pt, Line spacing: single Formatted: Indent: Left: 0 ", Space After: 0 pt, Line spacing: single Formatted: Indent: Left: 0.38 ", Space After: 0 pt, Line spacing: single Comment [CL9]: This goal proposed for elimination in favor of a more concise goal from the Strategic Plan, which follows below. Comment [RF10]: Goal from Strategic Plan Formatted: Font color: Auto Policies 1.1.1 Ensure that the community's "small town" characteristics, physically evident throughout the City, are reinforced in new development and redeye epment 1.1.2 Encourage the creation of locations and facilities whereto residents of all ages can gather for activities and events, such as parades and festivalsapprcciatc collectively. 1.1.3 Find ways to sStrengthen the image and character of Tukwila's separate and distinct areas and neighborhoods. 1.1.4 Capitalize on the potential that public projects have for serving as symbols of the community, and for expressing the identity and special character of the area where they are located. IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES • Neighborhood focal points • Public spaces • Design guidelines 1.1.54 Regulate the location and operation of adult entertainment establishments. 11 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Comment [CL11]: Tukwwla is becoming more of an urban area and less of a small suburban enclave. The new Urban Center plan will focus development,including residential in the urban core. Tukwila Valley South will also include residential development. Staff needs direction from the Planning Commission on whether Tukwila has a small town feel, and if so, how is it physically characterized and should there be a policy that addresses this? Comment [CL12]: Implementation Strategies now are grouped at the end of each subsection. Formatted: Font color: Auto 85 IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES • Design standards and guidelines • Regulate proximity to churchcs, schools, libraries, parks, playgrounds, daycare facilities, and community centers • Land use zoning • Permitting and operations regulations 1.1.6 Expand the system of incentives, tools and supports that encourage investment in and maintenance of private and public spaces. 1.1.7 Focus City planning and investments on creating a connected, dynamic urban environment. Implementation Strategies • Foster public life throughout the City by providing nNeighborhood focal points and open spaces that are well - integrated into the neighborhoods they serve. • Create and enhance pPublic spaces for community use. • Design guidelines • Develop and use residential and commercial dDesign standards and guidelines that respond to local climate conditions, emphasize conservation, and draw on the region's cultural heritage. • Continue to implement the "Walk and Roll" Plan. • Support and advance enforcement of existing codes and regulations. rode cnferccmcnt 12 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element 86 Comment [CL13]: These two new policies, 1.1.6 and 1.1.7, are adapted from the Strategic Plan (2012). [ Comment [RF14]: Duplicates strategy below Formatted: Font color: Auto f- Design and install signs that identify residential neighborhoods by name. Provide residential ncighborhoods with a simple, attractive sign that highlights its name, • • playgrounds, daycare facilities, and community centers • Land use zoning • Permitting and operations regulations. Goal 1.2 Tukwila has a positive community identity and images. Policies 1.2. 1 Take a proactive role in generating positive media coverage of the community. 1.2.2 Implement a long -term and consistent effort to shift negative perceptions of crime and public safety in Tukwila. 1.2.3 Promote Tukwila's international diversity as a strength. Implementation Strategies • Utilize the City's Communications Division to develop a strategy to promote Tukwila's amenities, cultural dynamism and central geographic location. • Establish a graphics standard and unified look for City documents and communications. • Develop common themes that recognize and promote Tukwila's many positive attributes. 13 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Comment [RF15]: Former Policy 1.3.3, rewritten and converted to an implementation strategy. Comment [RF16]: Strategic Plan Goal 5 Comment [CL17]: New policies 1.2.1 -1.2.3 to support new goal 1.2 on positive community identity and image. Formatted: Font color: Auto 87 Historic Preservation and Cultural Awareness Goal 1.2-3 A heritage conserved and interpreted so that Tukwila's citizens can be aware of recognize connections with the past and celebrate the diverse cultures represented in the community. Policies 1.2.11 Identify sites and structures of historic importance. 1.3.1 Preserve or commemorate the structures Identify and protect historically significant properties, structures and sites remaining from the turn of the century, in either their present or a nearby location, as determined in a city -wide survey and designation process. 1.2.2; Install interpretive markers that describe the importance of Wings, sites, events, or persons. 1.3.2 Provide prominent public art and interpretive markers at highly visible locations, explaining the history of the Interurban Trolley, the Green /Duwamish Rriver, and Duwamish Hill Preserve and other important buildings, sites, events, or persons.aspects of the area. 1.32.3 Establish a process for providing incentives and designating certain structures as landmarks. 1.32.4 Include consideration of features that reflect characteristics of Tukwila's history and cultural diversity in the design review of commercial, public, and multiple- family buildings. 14 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element 88 Comment [CL18]: Existing Goal 1.2, revised. Comment [P19]: Delete in favor of the more specific policy 8.3.9 from the Transportation Corridors element, which follows. Comment [CL20]: Formerly Policy 8.3.9 from Transportation Corridors chapter of 1995 Comprehensive Plan. Comment [P21]: Delete in favor of the more specific policy 8.3.8 from the Transportation Corridors element below. Comment [P22]: Policy 8.3.8, moved from Transportation Corridors element and revised. Formatted: Font color: Auto 1.32-.5 Develop and implement plans, projects, and programs to protect and promote the historical legacy of the Green River Valley and its natural and built environment. Cultural Diversity Policy 1.3.6 Encourage and support communities in celebrating, preserving and transmitting their traditions through cultural and heritage activities, and education. Policy 1.3.7 Develop programs and City -wide events to celebrate the City's cultural diversity Policy 1.3.8 Enhance linkages with the Tukwila School District to recognize and support the strengths of Tukwila's multi- lingual student body. Implementation Strategies • Contract with King County Landmarks Board for historic preservation services. • Develop and implement a Landmark dcsignation historic resources designation procedure and program to ensure that these sites continue to be part of the community. •-Seek cCertified Local Government status for historic prescrvationto secure funding and technical assistance for historic preservation. • Develop incentives, such as fee waivers or code flexibility, to encourage preservation of historic resources, including those that are currently known and those that have yet to be identified. ■ Commemorative sign program 15 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Comment [RF23]: Recognizes and incorporates Strategic Plan priorities Comment [RF24]: Strategic Plan Goal 5 B.2 Formatted: Font color: Auto 89 • Dcsign guidelines Br A local historic preservation program • Increase awareness of the community's heritage by promoting cultural preservation programs and /or educational activities. Educational programs and interpretive facilities f Funding resources to develop programs and facilities • Develop public art and markers that incorporates local historical references, events and individuals. and is • Promote partnerships between the City and community cultural heritage groups, such as the Tukwila Historical Society. • Encourage both public and private stewardship of historic sites and structures. • Recognize Tukwila's heritage by naming or renaming parks, streets or other public places with their original names or after major figures and events. • Continue the use of Community Connectors, or some other appropriate mechanism to provide outreach to the City's culturally diverse communities on a regular basis. • Expand the linguistic and cultural competencies of City staff through training and hiring. • Continue and enhance the relationship with the Tukwila School District through classroom visits and partnerships, internships, scholarship program. 16 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element 90 Comment [RF25]: Strategic Plan Goal 5.B.2 Formatted: Font color: Auto Goal 4.61.4: Protectedl Paleontological and archaeological artifacts and sites with cultural and Native American significance are protected and preserved. Policies 1.4 1 1.4 2 1.4 3 Implement m sures existing regulations to ensure that paleontological and archaeological materials and site details are preserved for posterity. Ensure that the potential for the existence of paleontological and archaeological sites is considered during development of new construction projects. Identify and protect archaeological resources and culturally significant sites and develop interpretive information about hem- tethat fosters public appreciation of historical traditions and practices. City Boundaries Goal 1.53 Logical and -Iidentifiable boundaries for Tukwila so that residents, workers, and visitors know they are entering the City. Policies 1.54.1 Maintain and, improve and expand Develop a set of distinctive physical gateway features or gateways to be located at freeway off -ramps and at City limit lines where they cross major arterial streets; use graphics, orientation maps, informational signage, lighting, specimen trees, plantings with seasonal color, artwork, monument forms, or combinations thereof. 17 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Comment [CL26]: This goal and its supporting policies have been moved from the Natural Environment chapter. Text has been modified from 1995 Comprehensive Plan Goal 4.6. Comment [P27]: All the policies in this section are implemented through SEPA review and /or existing City, State and Federal regulations Comment [P28]: Modified from Policy 4.6.1 Comment [P29]: Proposed new policy from the Tree and Environment Advisory Committee. Comment [P30]: Proposed new policy 1.4.3 from the Tree and Environment Advisory Committee. Comment [RF31]: Incorporates Strategic Plan priorities Comment [P32]: Policy revised to recognize that gateway features have been installed in many areas of the City. Formatted: Font color: Auto 91 1.3.2 Locate idcntification such as signagc with landscaping at City limits where thcy cross minor arterial strccts. 1.3.3 Provide residential neighborhoods within the City with a simple but attractive sign that highlights its name, after City wide gateways have been identified. 1.3.4 Work with the Washington Department of Transportation to develop a planting plan distinctive to Tukwila for the freeways and limited access state routes. 1.5.2 In accordance with the Countywide Planning Policies for King County and in the interest of providing effective public services, work Work with affected citizens, and property owners and the neighboring cities of SeaTac, Kent, Renton, and Seattle to develop interlocal agreements providing for mutually agreeable proccsscs to that adjust border anomalies. Implementation Strategies • Gateway design planExpand community markers at City boundaries, and at key points throughout the community, establishing a clear community signature. • Develop a consistent City graphics protocol and program. Coal 1.4 Vegetated hillsides and frccway corridors. 1.4.1 Require that new development along hillsides and bluffs retain substantial amounts of significant trees. 1 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element 92 Comment [P33]: This has been completed. Comment [RF34]: This policy is more of an implementation strategy. It has been moved to the "Overall Community Image" Implementation Strategy section. Comment [CL35]: This policy has been revised and now is located in the Urban Forestry section of the Natural Environment Element, as Policy 4.13.8. Comment [C136]: Policy 6.1.4, moved from Annexation Element and revised as that element may be eliminated by 2015. Edited for clarity. Comment [RF37]: Strategic Plan 5.C.2 Comment [P38]: This issue has been moved to the Natural Environment element and addressed in Policies 4.13.1, 4.13.2, 4.13.8. Formatted: Font color: Auto 1.4.2 Coordinate a planting program with thc Washington Department of Transportation to introduce major trees along the freeway corridors within Washington Statc Department of Transportation right of ways. Implementation Strategy • Tree preservation regulations ■ Highway corridor planting plan 1.5.1 Continue to develop the riverfront trail system and create "nodes" of public space for civic functions, art festivals, and seasonal events. Include, in some places, hard surfaced ar as with a more formal appearance, such as textured paving, lighting, seating, and pavilions. (Figure 1) 1.5.2 Install interpretive displays to inform the public of the river's environmental role in the community and the region. 1.5.3 Commission representative art reflecting local history, wildlife, vegetation, or climate for the pedestrian spaces along thc river. 1.5.1 Provide more convenient public access and connections to the river so that it becomes more integral to City life. 19 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Comment [P39]: Shoreline goals and policies have been addressed in the updated Shoreline Goals and policies to coordinate with the new Shoreline Master Program - see chapter 5 of the Comprehensive Plan, approved by the Department of Ecology in October, 2011. Formatted: Font color: Auto 93 Formatted: Font color: Auto Figure 1 Riverfront public space 1.5.5 Limit public access whcrc there arc issues of safety, sccurity, or f River access guidelines, with locations for interpretive displays and artwork Residential Areas Goal 1.6 Residential ncighborhood physical f atures that arc "small town" in character (Figure 2): f Residential scale streets, with on street parking allowed (in addition to required off street parking) f Lawns, trees, and low scale fences in front yards • Garages located toward the rear or side of the lot • Front porches and sidewalks that allow interaction between passing neighbors • Shallower front yards consistent with the adjacent pattern of development DoIrviiies 1.6.1 Revise standards to encourage the installation of porches and low scale fences in the front yard and garages in the side or rear yards. Figurc 2 Residential neighborhood features 1.6.2 Maintain narrow street width standards and allowance for on street parking. 20 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element 94 Comment [P40]: This goal and supporting policies have been moved to the Residential Neighborhoods element Comment [P41]: Front yards any shallower than the current standard would not accommodate a car parked in the driveway. Comment [P42]: Porches can be closer to the street than the main house (18.10.060), fence height is limited along street frontages (18.50.070) Formatted: Font color: Auto 1.6.3 Require sidewalks for strccts in new residential developments. Provide sidewalks for streets in existing residential developments. 1.6.4 Install trees along thc right of way of major residential strccts in accordancc with guidelines regarding appropriate 1.6.5 Examine each neighborhood for the possibility of developing one or more public meeting places for celebrations, civic events, or passive rccr ation. Such spaces need not be large and could be associated with a public building, neighborhood store, or prominent intersection. 1.64 In new developments and redevelopments involving highcr density multiple family usc, incorporate architectural and site design f atures reflecting desirable characteristics of nearby single family areas. 1.6.7 Allow accessory housing units, subject to design guidelines appropriate to thc character of thc principal house and the housing for small households with modest incomes. (Figure 3) Figure 3 Accessory housing units 1.6.8 Encourage location of small stores within ncighborhoods to provide daily acccss to goods and services. Implementation Strategics • 21 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Comment [P43]: Sidewalks are not required for existing lots or short plats of 4 or fewer lots. Comment [P44]: This is included in the Multi- Family Design Guidelines Comment [P45]: Accessory units are permitted per 18.10.030 2, but design review is not required. 95 f Street design standards • Street tree program f Design standards and guidelines • Licensing requirements, requiring f Mixed use zoning Commercial Areas owner occupancy for one unit Goal 1.67 Tukwila's vibrant Gcommercial districts that -are visually attractive, draw visitors, and add value to the community and encourage employees and customers to walk, bike and use transit, arc visitor and pedestrian friendly, are designed with pridc and constructed with quality workmanship, arc sccurc and safc with adequate lighting and convenient access, arc uncongested with streetscape landscaping, and arc wholesome and in harmony with adjacent uses. Policies 1.7.1 Require design review for significant commercial .lam clopmcnt 1.6.1 EnhanceImprove the pedestrian environment with street improvements that include curbs, sidewalks or trails, and regularly spaced street trees;. 8.1.2, Provide pedestrian pathways between sidewalks and building entrances and between adjacent properties and buildings to ensure that parking lots are not a barrier to pedestrians within commercial ar as. 22 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element 96 Comment [P46]: This is in the existing code but has proven to be very difficult to enforce Comment [P47]: This policy is not needed, as design review isrequired for many commercial developments per TMC 18.60. Comment [P48]: Policy 8.1.1, moved from Transportation Corridor element Comment [CL49]: Changed "Improve" to "Enhance" since "improve is used again in the sentence. Comment [P50]: Moved from Transportation Corridor element in 2013 update; proposed for deletion as this is addressed by policy 13.2.5. Formatted: Font color: Auto 1.67.2 Require sidewalks for all new construction and redevelopment-.Develop streetscape design guidelines that support an urban built form and commercial districts with pedestrian oriented amenities. 1.6_38.5 As major new development or redevelopment occurs, require through -block pedestrian connections that follow adopted guidelines. 1.6.48,8 Encourage facilities and improvements that support transit use in new development, redevelopment, and street projects. 1.7.3 Require adequate parking and lighting. 1.7.11 Require fencing and landscape buffers between commercial and residential uses. Implementation Strategies • Encourage "welcome signs" and information kiosks. f Design review guidelines • Development standards that support all modes of travel. • Develop Throughthrough -block pedestrian guidelines, Transportation Corridors Urban Design and Development Goal 1.78 tukwila's retail areas are characterized by high quality urban design that accommodates a mix of compatible residential, commercial and light industrial uses. A more attractive form of commercial development along major streets in the community, in which buildings and plantings are prominent and oriented to pedestrians, transit and automobiles. 23 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Comment [CL51]: The original language of this policy is obsolete as it is implemented through Public Works adopted street standards. The new wording better reflects the goal for how the urban area looks. Comment [CL52]: Policies 1.6.3 and 1.6.4 are currently policies 1.8.5 and 1.8.8 and have been moved from the "Transportation Corridors' section of this chapter. Comment [P53]: This is required per TMC 18.56, 18.52.065 Comment [P54]: This is required per TMC 18.52.020 Comment [CL55]: The text of existing goal 1.8 has been completely revised. Formatted: Font color: Auto 97 Policies 1.78.1 RcstructureMaintain - zoning ordinanccsregulations that e allow mixed uses along designated transportation corridorsin appropriate commercial districts. IMPLEMENTATION STRATECY f Mixed use zoning 8.1.5 Require mechanical equipment and trash and recycling containers to be incorporated into the overall design of sites and buildings and screened from view 1.7. 2 Encourage the development of corridor focal points, while ensuring higher- quality design. 1.7_38.2 Adept Use design guidelines to encourage compatible location and configuration of buildings, and parking, recreation areas and pedestrian jfacilities. (Figure 4) Upgrade the streets that serve principal transport corridors with curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and tree plantings. Plant trees in accordance with a street tree plan and street improvements. 1.8.4 Promote a gradual reduction in the number and size of commercial signs through the adoption of an amortization 1.7_48,6 In new development and redevelopment, I4ncorporate substantial landscaping both along street frontages and within parking lots in new development and redevelopment 24 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element 98 Comment [P56]: This policy language revised to reflect that Tukwila's commercial districts currently allow a mix of uses. Comment [P57]: Moved from Transportation Corridors Comment [CL58]: Deleted - this more of a design review guideline not policy. Comment [CL59]: This policy is formerly Policy 8.1.8, moved from Transportation Corridors chapter of the 1995 Comprehensive Plan. Comment [CL60]: Policy language modified from existing text. Comment [P61]: Duplicates policy above, which was moved from Transportation Corridors. Comment [P62]: This policy has been deleted as the sign code has been rewritten and provides mechanisms for removal of non- conforming signs. Comment [CL63]: Existing Policy 1.8.6, language modified. Formatted: Font color: Auto 1.7.58.7 1.7.6 when the buildings are not brought up to the back of sidewalk. Provide pedestrian weather protection, see - through glass, and distinctive rooflines in new and redeveloped building facades. On minor facades adjacent to secondary streets or pedestrian paths, lincorporate- interesting and pedestrian - friendly features on minor facades adjacent to secondary streets or pedestrian paths. 1.7.7 Encourage placemaking through creative use of signage, art and high quality materials. 1.7.8 Require that sites have adequate lighting and are designed using crime reduction principles to increase safety. 1.7.9 Seek opportunities to integrate public art into public improvements. Implementation Strategies • Use Crime Prevention through Environmental Design principles to deter criminal behavior. Goal 1.8 Tukwila's parking standards are appropriate for each use and provide flexibility for individual circumstances. 25 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Comment [CL64]: Language modified from existing Policy 1.8.7. Existing Policy 1.8.7 also has been split into two policies. Comment [RF65]: Policy 1.8.7 split into two policies. Comment [CL66]: Policy 8.1.13, moved from Transportation Corridors Comment [CL67]: This new goal and supporting policies provide Comprehensive Plan guidance and support for any needed revisions to the City's parking standards to reflect new research and thinking on "right sized parking ". Formatted: Font color: Auto 99 Policies 1.8.101.3 Develop Maintain and periodically revise parking standards so that they are (1) are sufficient to meet typical daily demand, (2) reflect any significant shifts in transit usage in the corridor, (3) encourage shared parking between mixed uses and sites, and (4) accommodate car - sharing opportunities; and (5) allowincludcs off -site parking when impact to adjacent uses are not affected. 1.8.28.1.6 Maintain and periodically reviseSet standards for bicycle parking. 26 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element 100 Comment [P68]: Policy 8.1.3, moved from Transportation Corridors Comment [P69]: Policy 8.1.6, moved from Transportation Corridors Formatted: Font color: Auto 2% Healthy Living Goal 1.9 A healthy community where active living and access to affordable, culturally - appropriate, and nutritious food is available to all. Policies 1.9:1 Develop public, private and non - profit partnerships to support the goal of healthy eating and active living, including education and awareness. 1.9.2 Develop and implement a communication plan and Healthy Tukwila web site with information and links about healthy eating, active living and related topics - including strategies for reaching communities who do not speak English or use computers (e.g. translated written as well as verbal). 1.9.3 Provide healthy and culturally- appropriate (e.g. Halal, non -pork, vegetarian) food and beverages in City programs and facilities to promote healthy eating habits. Goal 1.10; Food security, local food production and public health are promoted_, Policies 1.10.1 Explore incentives or regulatory changes to encourage location of healthy food purveyors in underserved areas. City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Comment [RF70]: Addressing this topic was requested by the Tukwila City Council during the 2013 Comp Plan review and identified as important in the Community Conversations. This section is also added to reflect the focus on healthy living and food access that is expressed in Puget Sound Regional Council's Vision 2040 /Multi- County Planning policies and the King County Planning Policies. l Formatted: Font: 16 pt, Not Bold Formatted: Indent: Left: 0.44 ", Space Before: 0 pt, After: 0 pt Formatted: Font: 16 pt, Not Bold Formatted: Font: +Headings (Cambria), Not Bold [( Formatted: Font: 16 pt, Not Bold [( Formatted: Font: 16 pt, Not Bold [( Formatted: Font: 16 pt, Not Bold [ Formatted: Font: 16 pt, Not Bold Formatted: Font: 16 pt, Bold Formatted: Font: 16 pt, Not Bold Formatted: Font: 16 pt, Not Bold Formatted: Space Before: 0 pt, After: 0 pt Formatted: Indent: Left: 0.44 ", Space Before: 0 pt, After: 0 pt Formatted: Space Before: 0 pt, After: 0 pt Formatted: Font color: Auto 101 Formatted: Font: 16 pt 1.10.2 Encourage locally -based food production, distribution, and choice through urban agriculture, community gardens, farmers markets and food access initiatives. 1.10.3 Support the Tukwila Food Pantry and other organizations that help provide food assistance to low - income residents so that all families, seniors, schools and community -based organizations are able to access, purchase and increase intake of fresh fruits, vegetables, and other nutritious foods. Implementation Strategies • Explore establishing a Food Innovation Network in conjunction with other jurisdictions. • Explore establishing a farmers market, mobile produce truck or other forum for the sale of fresh in- season produce. • Promote farmers markets, farmstands, community supported agriculture drop off sites, community gardens, school gardens, home gardens, cottage food businesses and urban farms. • Encourage farmers markets, farmstands and other non - storefront sellers of food to accept WIC /SNAP benefits and "Double Your Bucks" programs. • Review regulations to ensure there are no barriers to urban agriculture..farmers markets and other food access mechanisms. • Research issues related to food trucks and develop regulations as appropriate. 28 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element 102 Formatted: Indent: Left: 0 ", Space Before: 0 pt, After: 0 pt Formatted: Space Before: 0 pt, After: 0 pt, Bulleted + Level: 1 + Aligned at: 0.69" + Indent at: 0.94" Formatted: Space Before: 0 pt, After: 0 pt Formatted: Font: +Headings (Cambria), Not Bold Formatted: Font color: Auto Tukwila Urban Ccntcr�� distinct image and character, of bold architectural form that provides for an intensive mixture of uses along with acccss to transit, public amenities, and civic facilities. T 1.9.1 The Tukwila Urban Center shall be developed as a high intensity retail, commercial or light industrial ar a of regional significance, with mixcd use residential uscs limited 14 - 5:•: 1 - • Open Spzicc Network Goal 1.10 A network of lands, connected where possible with other such regional networks, that includes and connects Tukwila's rccr ational amenities, historical sites, water resources, and other natural resources and provides visually vegetation that contrast with the built environment. 1.10.1 Map an opcn space network using lands that have the potential to provide the following functions: Active rccr tion facilities Passive recreation area • • 2 `} ,City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Comment [P71]: These duplicate the more detailed goals and policies in the Southcenter element Comment [CL72]: Addressed in the new Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element. Formatted: Font color: Auto 103 Water quality cnhanccmcnt, such as biofiltration the river, historic, archeological, and paleontological sites, and public access to these ar as environment and connects the community's natural systems Wildlife habitat. 1.10.2 Maintain and expand the open space network through acquisition, donation, and regulation. 1.10.3 Maximize revenue opportunities and seek matching funds from other sources for the purchase of open space lands identified for acquisition. the Capital Improvement Plan. 1.10.5 Use the following criteria in selecting lands for public purchase or donation: Provides public access to or along the river, or a trail corridor or nctwork connection elsewhere When developed, can provide recr ation for under served ncig bor ood Identified on the open space network map the application of sensitive ar a regulations. 30 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element 104 Formatted: Font color: Auto 1.10.6 Work with property owncrs and encourage non purchase options, including conservation casements, current use asscssmcnt, and development covenants. Accept donations of properties where public benefit is anticipated or planned. 1.10.7 Work with public agencies to incorporatc public spaccs as an important clement of major public transportation, utilities, and facilities projects. 1.10.8 Design site planning and subdivision standards that offer flexibility and reflect the purpose of opcn space network areas. 1.10.9 Prevent the disposition of public lands when they contribute to the opcn spacc network. Develop vacation and review proccdurcs with local public and private agcncics. 1.10.10 Maintain and protect undeveloped rights of way within or 1.10.11 Ensure that public usc of opcn spacc network lands does not interfere with the private usc of surrounding private property. 1.10.12 Develop and implement programs which idcntify Tukwila's tree resources, establish priorities for protection and planting, and provide guidelines for perpetual maintenance, replacement and planting of trees. Implementation Strategies MI Parks and Open Space Plan 31 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Formatted: Font color: Auto 105 • Department of Ecology and Department of Natural Resources acquisition and development grants • Updated Ttree protection and clearing regulations • Subdivision Code • Vacation procedures • Appropriate use of materials and site design • f Urban Forestry program • CBDCommercial Area Street Tree Programs • Pacific Highway South Street Tree Program • Technical staff available f Tree planting programs and grants Park System Goal 1.11 A high quality and safe park system that meets the needs of all its community members Policies 1.11.1 Distributc public recreational facilities throughout the City those who come to Tukwila to work. 1.11.2 Cr ate a trail systcm that links significant community focal points. 106 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Formatted: Font color: Auto 1.11.3 Gain trail casements in areas with high natural amenities and incorporate them into a City wide trail system. 1.11.4 Connect concentrations of commercial and retail activity with the trail network. 1.11.5 When necessary, consider the street sidewalk system as a link in the connecting network. 1.11.6 Whcrc no public right of way is availablc for a link in the network, sock trail casements through private property, consistent with private property rights. 1.11.7 Design the trail system to be safe for all users and adjacent property owncrs. 1.11.8 Coordinate with other regional and local plans to complcmcnt and cnhancc the Tukwila open spacc network. Implementation Strategics • III Prioritized site acquisition U-Rails to trails program 10.2.11 Parks, Open Space, and Public Amenities. Support plans, policies, projects, and programs to expand and improve the parrs, open space, .: thcenter and see residents, busincss owncrs, and visitors. 33 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element Formatted: Font color: Auto 107 ar ,11111 • Design guidelines that ensure that uses and structures adjacent to parks recognize and complement open spaces and public amenities ht, a sense of security, seating, landscaping, accessibility, and connections to surrounding uses and activities • Develop strategies for public private partnerships that will result in public open sp events and activities P gs for sp • Encourage programs for open space and other public amenities 34 City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - Community Image Element 108 Comment [NG73]: Moved 10.2.9 and its implementation strategies from the Southcenter element Formatted: Font color: Auto