Opponents say new design code would dismantle DPZ walkable framework; developer says plan increases green space
Residents and former DPZ contributors told the board the applicant's design code widens roads, increases maximum building heights and reduces block/sidewalk requirements — changes they say undermine the previously adopted form‑based DPZ code. The developer says the new plan adds green space and preserves core principles.
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A central line of criticism at the hearing focused on the proposed design code and the claim that it represents a wholesale replacement of the DPZ form‑based approach that residents and consultants previously adopted. Theresa Blackwell and others said the TriW design code widens travel lanes and parking lanes, reduces block‑size controls, makes continuous sidewalks and bike lanes optional, and allows taller buildings — changes they called incompatible with a walkable town‑center vision.
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