Wake Forest Community Plan - May 2023

# Action Item

Goal Alignment

Time Frame

24-8 Explore the potential of creating an arts district and constructing a performing arts center. 24-9 Investigate developing a heritage tourism program to promote the Town’s history and heritage for tourism. 24-10 Investigate hiring consultants to provide a comprehensive evaluation of Town events and provide recommendations for improved programs.

Mid-Term

Long-Term

Mid-Term

24-11 Update the Public Art Vision Plan.

Mid-Term

Gateways (page 88) 25-1 Create a Gateway Plan to identify and prioritize sites for gateway features and establish design standards. 25-2 Improve roadway infrastructure (i.e. bridge, street pavement, and intersection enhancements) along key gateway routes to enhance their character and multimodal connectivity.

Mid-Term

Mid-Term

Downtown Wake Forest (page 89) 26-1 Update the Renaissance Plan.

Short-Term

26-2 Evaluate existing zoning regulations around density in appropriate locations to balance Downtown’s development potential while preserving its historic character.

Short-Term

26-3 Identify strategies to fill vacant buildings Downtown that promote an entrepreneurial and small-business culture. 26-4 Identify strategies to attract families and younger populations to Downtown with inviting public spaces, entertainment, and destinations for all ages. 26-5 Provide guidelines for how buildings should be oriented to support pedestrian-friendly environments. 26-6 Reassess parking demand and supply with consideration for a new parking garage(s) to minimize surface parking lots. 26-7 Identify strategies to create an “experience-based” Downtown retail environment with unique local businesses and a pedestrian-oriented environment. 26-8 Reassess strategies to improve gateways and wayfinding to and within Downtown to better direct people and create a distinct sense of place. 26-9 Identify opportunities for Downtown events and public gathering spaces to bring the community together, such as live outdoor events and festivals. 26-10 Evaluate and add parking minimum requirements within the UDO, particularly in the RA-HC district. 26-11 Balance transit-oriented development with Downtown’s historic character if the S-Line station is constructed adjacent to Downtown.

Mid-Term

Ongoing

Mid-Term

Mid-Term

Mid-Term

Mid-Term

Ongoing

Short-Term

Short-Term

Support Strategic Growth Balance the Mix of Uses Maintain the Historic, Small-Town Charm

Provide Diverse Housing Opportunities Support a Pedestrian-/Bicycle-friendly Community Establish Safe & Connected Public Transit Options

Support Unique, Thriving Businesses Encourage Growth & Activity in Downtown Expand & Maintain Wake Forest’s Green Spaces

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