06-30-08 Joint Meeting/Special Called Meeting of La Porte City Council and Main Street Advisory Committee

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Cluzpter 4 ....................................................................................................1:~lJse Action 1: Action 2: OBJ.4.5b: Policy 1 : Action 1: Action 2: Determine appropriate residential densities for various areas within the City on the basis of accessibility, utility availability, toJx>graphy, proximity to shopping areas, and other relevant factors. Update the Zoning Ordinance and Official Zoning Map to reflect identification of various areas for particular densities. Create a high quality living environment for La Porte's neighborhoods with an adequate provision of parks, recreation areas, and open space. The City should seek to provide each developed neighborhood with an adequate and appropriate amount of parks, recreation areas, and open space that is accessible to its residents. Provide developed active and passive recreation sites and areas to meet the changing needs of local neighborhoods. Implement recommendations made in Chapter 7 - Parks and Recreation Element GOAL 4.6: Future development should be implemented with high regard for the physical and natural environment 081. 4.6a: Policy 1 : Action 1: Action 2: Action 3: Coordinate future development with the physical environment, placing a premium upon developing in harmony with existing natural features. The City should encourage new development that is sensitive to and in keeping with the physical and natural environment Evaluate floodplains, slopes, soils, vegetation, and other physical features to identify the most appropriate sites for various types of development Explore the use of an overlay zoning district to protect sensitive environmental areas and scenic vistas. Explore alternative financing methods including Federal and State funds to promote landscaping along roadways. GOAL 4.7: Control development along State/County designated major thoroughfares through enhanced regulation. 081.4.7a: Policy 1: Action 1: Page 4-6 Identify alternatives and solutions to enhance the function and appearance of major entrances to the community. The City should manage and regulate development along major thoroughfares, and particularly state highways to enhance function and appearance. Adopt corridor overlay zoning provisions along major thoroughfares. l.a Porte Comprehensive Plan Update