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Category Archives: Downtowns/Urban Redevelopment

Infill development for downtowns and urban redevelopment pose unique challenges not found in most suburban or rural sites (i.e. small parcels under multiple ownership and constraints posed by historical buildings, existing street networks and grand trees). Site development standards tailored to suburban development are inappropriate and consequently urban sites benefit from form-based performance zoning, site specific approvals and variances.

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Downtown Tampa

12 Jun ’14
By: Tom LevinFiled under Downtowns/Urban Redevelopment. Bookmark the permalink. Leave a comment

Streetscape Improvements Ekistics Design Studio has been responsible for the implementation of City of Tampa CBD Urban Design Standards for portions of Madison Street, Morgan Street, Florida Avenue and Twiggs Street. This involved design coordination with the City of Tampa … Continue reading→

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