Creating Quality Places

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Mid-America Regional Council

Homes and Neighborhoods

Neighborhoods are the building blocks of a community. They are more than subdivisions, and are defined as much by the sense of community they create for their residents as by the structures, streets and amenities within their boundaries. Quality neighborhoods offer choices, provide residents with a sense of identity and connections, and encourage continuous renewal and reinvestment.

The Principles:

Choice and Diversity

Choice and Diversity:
Quality neighborhoods offer a choice of well designed and maintained housing types and sizes. More>>

Linkages Linkages:
Quality neighborhoods are linked to surrounding areas, sharing commercial and open spaces. More>>
Reinvestment Reinvestment:
Quality neighborhoods encourage actions to preserve, conserve and redevelop. More>>
Identity Identity:
Quality neighborhoods have distinct identities that define boundaries and foster pride among residents.More>>
Green Space Green Space:
A variety of public green spaces are within easy access in a quality neighborhood. More>>
Pedestrian/Bike Friendly Pedestrian/Bike Friendly:
Streets are pedestrian-friendly, interconnected and attractively landscaped to encourage walking. More>>
Live/Work Live/Work:
Quality neighborhoods offer the opportunity for residents to work and live within the neighborhood. More>>

 

Overview
Neighborhoods
Commercial
Transportation
Environment
Discussion Starters