Green Town USA by Thomas J. Fox

Author:Thomas J. Fox [Fox, Thomas J.]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
ISBN: 978-1-57826-481-0
Publisher: Hatherleigh Press
Published: 2013-07-29T16:00:00+00:00

Downtown Core

Planning for Greensburg’s eight-square-block downtown core consumed a significant amount of focus in the Sustainable Comprehensive Master Plan, and for good reason. It was almost completely destroyed, for one thing, but more importantly:

The Downtown Core is the social and economic engine that will drive long-term redevelopment. It is envisioned as the heart of the town; a vibrant, pedestrian-oriented central district that defines the character and spirit of Greensburg.

In terms of materials and design,

It is Greensburg’s goal that the Built Environment should be “durable, healthy, and efficient,” and all of these qualities should be a priority when planning building projects for downtown. The structures that defined Greensburg’s downtown before the tornado were built to last by Greensburg settlers, and the city was proud of that heritage. It is important that the downtown be rebuilt from materials, and in an architectural style, that the City will be proud of for the next 100 years. Downtown buildings should be beautiful, healthy environments for users, designed to take advantage of natural day lighting and ventilation. They should be energy efficient and low maintenance to help sustain businesses over the long-term.

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