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NATURAL RESOURCES FIGURE: 1.C.3
NATURAL RESOURCES AND OPEN SPACES 1.C.3
NATURAL RESOURCES & OPEN SPACES The study area has a number of small streams which traverse the area. None of these are noted to be within the 500-year flood plain (see Figure 1.C.3). The Northeast Community’s mature tree canopy and coverage contribute to its character as an attractive and peaceful environment. The canopy is notable on the eastern side of the study area around Ailey Young Park. Other open spaces in the Neighborhood include the Wake Forest Cemetery, Wake Forest African American Cemetery, Ailey Young Park, and the Taylor Street Park Sprayground (at the Alston-Massenburg Center).
New developments should take into consideration the preservation of natural resources and environmentally sensitive areas such as stream corridors, wooded lots and steep slope areas. Additionally, every effort should be made to preserve the Neighborhood’s tree canopy, as well as expand it via streetscape improvements.
Taylor St Park
Wake Forest Cemetery
Wake Forest African American Cemetery
Ailey Young Park
Community garden on North Taylor Street Christian Church along Spring Street
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Topography (2ft Contours) Waterway Waterbody Floodplain (500-year) Open Space
Building Footprints Streets Railroads Study Area
0 300 Feet Data Sources: Town of Wake Forest, Wake County
Ailey Young Park
Wake Forest Cemetery
Chapter 1: Existing Conditions
Northeast Community Plan
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