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Urban Design Element December 4, 2018 GOAL 2: Improve the built environment through sustainable development that is proportional and aesthetically related to its setting. Policy 2.1 Enhanced Public Realm Experience. Encourage development to enhance the existing environment through the use of creative architectural design and sustainable streetscape treatments that are consistent on each corridor. I C, S Policy 2.2 Compatibility with Setting. Encourage the compatibility of new development with the scale, bulk, and pattern of existing development. I Eq Policy 2.3 New Life for Old Buildings. Encourage the preservation and reuse of historic and architecturally significant structures to maintain urban fabric and reduce overall energy consumption associated with new construction. I C, S Policy 2.4 Intentional Design. Encourage design and architecture on private and public property that accentuate focal points, activity nodes, and historic areas. I C Policy 2.5 Relation to Surroundings. Ensure new development exhibits a functional, comfortable scale in relation to its neighborhood. I C, Eq Policy 2.6 Preserve Neighborhood Character. Preserve the character and uniqueness of existing districts and neighborhoods. I C, S Policy 2.7 Building and Strengthening Identity. Collaborate with community stakeholders to strengthen and foster development of community identity and district character through complementary architecture, unique streetscapes, and programming. I C, S Policy 2.8 Innovative Development Strategies. Explore development and subdivision options that promote new opportunities for sustainable, livable, and affordable development. Eq, S Policy 2.9 Visual Aesthetic of Built Environment. Ensure that on and off -premise signs and communication equipment are situated to minimize detrimental impacts to the aesthetic quality, character, and image of the surrounding area. I H, Eq Policy 2.10 Greening the Built Environment. Promote planting of shade trees and require, where feasible, site design that uses appropriate tree species to shade parking lots, streets, and other facilities with the goal of reducing the heat island effect. I H, S Policy 2.11 Sustainable Practices. Encourage sustainable development through the use of drought tolerant landscaping, permeable hardscape surfaces, and energy efficient building design and construction. I S General Plan Policy Framework 65A-55 49