COMMUNITY DESIGN Policy


Plano will incorporate community design components within public spaces and streetscapes and will promote compatible design components within new developments, to enrich areas throughout the city, create distinctive visual character, and encourage a pedestrian-friendly environment where appropriate. Plano will also promote Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) and Universal Design within all of the above.


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Actions

CD1
As part of the Community Design Plan, develop review criteria to provide guidance on the desired functional and aesthetic qualities of various development contexts in Plano, such as streetscape design, lighting, signage, building and paving materials, and landscaping. Functional guidance shall include Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) and Universal Design.
In Progress
CD2
Work with the community to develop a Community Design Plan to identify key corridors and design districts of the city that would benefit from unified design themes and standards.
In Progress
CD3
In areas identified by the Community Design Plan, develop strategies to minimize the visual impact of overhead utilities and wireless communication facilities.
Pending
CD4
Develop a process to implement and maintain citywide branding guidelines and signage, such as wayfinding and entryway signs, for special areas and public facilities citywide.
In Progress
CD5
Evaluate parking regulations and revise to meet parking demand and ensure good community form.
In Progress


Action Implementation Progress

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