Pedestrian- Oriented
An environment designed to make pedestrian movement safe, attractive and comfortable for all ages and abilities; considerations include separation of pedestrian and auto circulation, street furniture, clear signage, safety, visibility, shade, lighting, materials, trees, sidewalk width, intersection treatment, curb cuts, ramps and landscaping.
Setbacks
Typically refers to the distance between a property line and the front, side or rear of a building.
Siting
The location and positioning of a building on its site, generally taking into account its relationship to adjoining properties, building and street boundaries.
Stepbacks
Refers to the setting back of the upper storeys of a building. Front and side stepbacks help to create a transition between built form of varying heights and provide appropriate separation between adjacent buildings and/ or open spaces.
STEP-BACKS
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