Street Design Manual

CHAPTER 11 STREETSCAPE DESIGN AND OPERATION

The streetscape is the area that falls into the public right of way which is measured from the back of curb to the right-of-way line along with the General Utility Placement Easement behind the right-of-way line. Considerations in Streetscape design include sidewalk width, slope, furniture, pedestrian accommodation, utilities, landscaping, building access, and stormwater management.

Primary guidance on best practices in this chapter is drawn from multiple guidelines:

a) ITE Manual on Designing Walkable Urban Thoroughfares b) Raleigh City Tree and Landscape Guide c) Section 8.5.2 of the UDO, Streetscape Types d) Public Right of Way Advisory Group (PROWAG) e) American with Disability Accessible Design Requirements f) City of Raleigh Stormwater Management Design Manual Article 11.1 Streetscape Types

A. The required streetscape type is determined by the zoning district or by the designated frontage. Where there is a conflict between a designated frontage and the zoning district, the designated frontage standard applies. If more than one streetscape can be used, the Planning and Development Officer shall make the final determination. B. Any Major or Minor Encroachment (See Article 4.1 in this Manual) in the Streetscape area within the Public right-of-way requires approval by Staff or City Council prior to any building permit approval. C. A variation to the Streetscape may require a Design Adjustment by the Public Works Director. See the Design Adjustments Article on www.raleighnc.gov. D. In accordance with UDO Section 8.5.2, the required streetscape type is determined by the zoning district or by the designated frontage. Where there is a conflict between a designated frontage and the zoning district, the designated frontage standard applies. Dimensional standards for planting area, tree spacing, and utility placement and the planting type may be varied to accommodate GSI practices. The Planning and Development Officer and the Urban Forester shall make the final determination. Design specifications for streetscape improvements can be found in this Street Design Manual, the City Tree Manual, and the City Stormwater Design Manual.

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