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9.4 Case Study: Parklets
Best Practices
S S San Francisco started the parklet movement and leads the way with the gold standard in parklet manuals.
S S Seattle also has one of the best parklet guides that is easy to follow and very informative
S S Charlotte began its
parklet program in 2015 and attempted to use lessons learned from other cities with more established programs.
Cost
X X Temporary parklets can be constructed for under $200, but more permanent ones require more design, funding and permitting. Seattle’s guide gives a range of examples.
Other Similar Projects and Programs
W W Seattle also has
guidelines for parklets used as outdoor cafes, called “Streateries.”
X X Los Angeles created
People Street, a program that invites the public to build their own public spaces.
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