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HomeMy Public PortalAboutATT 1 LTP_Joint Work Session Document_01.21.23 v2Joint Work Session Document Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 1 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Table of Contents Section A –Purpose & Intent Section B –Big Ideas for the Town Plan Section C –Planning Context (Preface) Section D –Guiding Principles Section E –Opportunities Discussion Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Pg. The meeting with Town Council and the Planning Commission on January 27, 2020 will be used to present baseline information, emerging trends and themes, and big ideas for writing the first draft of the Town Plan document. The facilitated discussion will be organized around several key decision points, which will be programmed to build on each other through the meeting. A Joint Work Session Document (this document) will provide a backdrop for the event, which was released to meeting participants via email on January 23 (via normal packet release). A slide presentation will be used to organize the discussion and key decision points on January 27. Generally speaking, we have learned a tremendous amount about Leesburg in the last six months, and now is the time to start writing the new Town Plan. We are seeking input from the group in terms of where we are heading on the big ideas for Leesburg’s future. Capturing general impressions of the material presented in the Work Session Document, and hearing specifically the groups’ thoughts, ideas, and opinions about some of the different options for future growth and development will help the project team write with greater confidence. Please remember the Town Plan is a visionary document, one of the few times the community dreams big and really challenges itself to think about its long-term future. The details of implementation will be worked out in subsequent plans, studies, and documents used to refine the big ideas from the Town Plan. For now, be visionary in your thinking. Where do you want the Town to be in the next twenty years? How do we protect the Town’s quality of life and the Leesburg brand? What does the future hold and how does the Town remain competitive in the region? We are not seeking consensus at the work session, only input. It is fine if thoughts, ideas, or opinions raised during the event are in conflict. We will study different viewpoints in more detail while writing the first draft document, and share what we learned during our next meeting. Detailed comments more suited for recommendations in the document will also be collected during the event and referred to by project team members while writing the first draft document. Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Pg. General Framework for our Discussion 4. What did we miss, or what needs to change, before presenting the first Town Plan draft document? 1. We are here because getting feedback from the Planning Commission and Town Council is very important throughout the draft document-writing process. 2. We need your reactions to the draft planning context statement and guiding principles presented in this document. What do you think about the initial draft text written so far? 3. There are several “opportunity areas” in the Town where options exist for how to address future growth and conservation. We want your thoughts about them for moving forward the best ideas for the Town Plan. 5. Participation is key to a successful work session. Ask questions of the project team, and please respond to questions from the team so we can get the input we need to write with confidence. Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Section B: Big Ideas for the Plan Big Ideas* •It’s All About Character: Character comes first, land use follows. How do we create memorable places? •Change the Trajectory of Leesburg: From a bedroom community to a more vibrant, urban place to both live and work —without losing what makes the Town special. •Diversified Development Strategy: Recognize that one size does not fit all. •Jobs, Jobs, Jobs: What will happen on the last remaining pieces of land? In redevelopment areas? How do we make this a place to live and work—and retain existing business? * Based on what we’ve heard and learned so far during public outreach events, background research, and one-on-one discussions Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 6 Big Ideas* •Increase the Home Choice Portfolio: Meet the needs of all citizens. •Comprehensive, Consistent, & Connected Open Space: Focus on natural connections as well as design elements to create a coherent system of green space. •Emphasis on the Public Realm: The Town can take the lead on creating character. •More Emphasis on Moving People: Focus on moving people—not just cars. •Broad Commitment to the Town Plan: If done well, the plan will reflect the desires of the people of Leesburg. * Based on what we’ve heard and learned so far during public outreach events, background research, and one-on-one discussions Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 7 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Section C: Planning Context (Preface) Context for the Plan (Draft) Leesburg is a place that people are proud to call home. Drawn in by the history, they stay for the strong sense of community. Small-town feel and charm, walkable areas, access to green space and trails, places to gather, and a thriving downtown all come together to make Leesburg distinct from other towns in the region. As the County seat of Loudoun County, one of the fastest growing areas in Virginia, Leesburg will continue its transition from its small-town roots to a larger and more dynamic community. As the population continues to grow, it is imperative that Leesburg protect its authentic sense of place and small-town feel, with the understanding that “small- town feel” is not dependent on the size of the population or the square mileage of the Town —it is instead a reflection of connections to neighbors and a shared investment in the success of the community. The Town’s idea for the future is to accommodate growth in such a way that it retains —and even improves upon —what makes Leesburg special. Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 9 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Section D: Guiding Principles Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Dollars and Sense: Business & the Economy Take advantage of Leesburg’s enviably strong market where, for many land uses, demand is outpacing supply. Harness this potential growth in a manner that enhances resident quality of life, reinforces a unique brand for the Town, and creates a strong and sustainable local economy. Moving Around Town: Transportation and Mobility Provide a safe, reliable, and efficient transportation system that promotes and enhances mobility and connectivity between neighborhoods and destinations through a multi-modal network of complete and walkable streets, sidewalks, and trails for transit riders, pedestrians, and cyclists. All Things Green: Parks, Open Spaces, Greenways, and Natural Resources Preserve, conserve, and enhance Leesburg’s natural resources, parks, and streetscapes (public realm) to support the health and well-being of the community and environment. 11 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Just Big Enough Balance the need to preserve Leesburg’s existing character and authenticity with accommodating expected growth and allowing for purposeful, quality development in strategic locations to meet the needs of existing and future residents, businesses, and visitors. Ensure high quality development that reflects the character of the community and maintain high quality gateways and corridors to ensure Leesburg remains distinct from surrounding communities. Town Character and Authenticity Retain and protect the historic core of Leesburg and provide a high-quality brand and sense of place that stretches throughout the entire community. Continue to distinguish Leesburg from the surrounding areas. Places to Live: Enhancing Neighborhoods & Improving Home Choices Protect and enhance the quality and character of existing residential neighborhoods. Seek opportunities to offer a variety of housing types at a variety of price points that appeal to a wide range of households and enable residents to live in Leesburg throughout all stages of life. Ensure that neighborhoods are connected to walkable destinations such as parks, open space, recreational facilities, and other activity centers. 12 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Section D: Opportunities Discussion Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Town Plan Update Jurisdictional Map Town Limits Joint Land Management Area 14 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Town-Wide Development Status Inventory Developed Undeveloped Committed 57% 17% 4% 15% 6% Right-of-Way Open Space 15 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Town-Wide Planned Land Use Inventory Open Space Rural Residential Low-Density Residential Medium Residential Community Office Regional Office Community Retail Regional Retail Office & Light Industrial Heavy Industrial Major Institution Downtown 16% 5% 40% 1% 4% 8% < 1% 2% 5% 2% 6% 9% 16 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Town-Wide Committed Development Inventory Commercial Retail General Office Industrial Single Family Detached Single Family Attached Multifamily Stacked Hotel Rooms 693,000 s.f. 578,000 s.f. 280,000 s.f. 585 d.u. 925 d.u. 1,282 d.u. 131 rooms 17 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 1 2 3 4 5 6 Areas of Interest for Developing the Town’s Future Land Use Map… Crescent District Edwards Ferry / US 15 Activity Center Eastern Gateway District Leesburg Executive Airport Oaklawn Area 7 Meadowbrook Area Joint Land Management Area (Southeast) 8 Joint Land Management Area (East) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 18 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Crescent District 19 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Crescent District 1 Size in Acres:298 Number of Parcels:198 Undeveloped Land:5% Existing Character:Suburban Development Status (Today) Developed Undeveloped Committed 75% 5% 9% Existing Condition Aerial Image Redevelopment Potential Right-of-Way Open Space 0% 1% 10% The Crescent District includes land immediately south and east of Downtown. Two major roads –Catoctin Circle and East Market Street – organize the overall development pattern. Uses today are generally low- density, single-use, and non-residential. Visitors drive to and between destinations because they are not well-connected. A great location between Downtown and routes US 15 and VA 7 makes the Crescent District both a destination and gateway to historic and iconic Leesburg. Pressure to (re)develop this area in the future requires forward-thinking to transform it into something special. 20 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 General Observations: •Businesses in the area are predominately automobile-oriented •Crescent Place is single mixed-use community in the area •W&OD greenway bisects the area •Market Street is a major gateway between Downtown and VA 7. 21 Crescent District 1 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 1 Low-Density, Single-Use Suburban DistrictThis scenario assumes that the Crescent District Master Plan is not implemented by policy-makers, developers, landowners, and the community. Uses throughout the District remain low- density and single-use. Suburban-style development patterns favor non-residential (retail) destinations accessible primarily by automobile. Existing buildings and parking lots remain until they are in need of rehabilitation, and then replaced with new buildings and parking lots that are similar to existing development patterns in terms of height, density, and parking solutions. Open space is limited in the planning area, and not a dominant design feature of the District. The business-as-usual scenario largely ignores market trends about failing brick-and- mortar retail. The “downtown” character area category and Crescent District Plan are not used to their fullest potential in terms of use, density, or design controls that promote a more mixed-use, walkable environment. Downtown Open Space Major Institution The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 22 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 Joint Work Session Document Development Concept ExamplesCrescent District 1 De v e l o p e d Re d e v e l o p e d De v e l o p e d Re d e v e l o p e d The photos to the left (matched vertically to show change in two different locations) highlight opportunities to reuse and repurpose existing buildings in the Crescent District for future uses. These activities might be common in different areas of the District under the growth scenario described on the previous page (i.e., the Crescent District is not fully implemented). 23 Crescent District 1 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Alternative Growth Scenario No. 1 Mixed-Use District, Low Appetite for Redevelopment This scenario assumes that the Crescent District Master Plan is implemented, but not as fully-intended in the adopted small area plan document. Infill development and redeveloped is limited to 25% or less of the District –represented primarily by low-to mid-rise buildings up to three stories tall. Shorter buildings consume more land, including surface parking lots nearby to serve them. Open space is limited to a few areas in the District –community parks, greenways, etc. –and low- interest in widespread redevelopment of the District precludes new open space as a ‘connected feature’ of the area. New uses in the District are mixed-use and moderate-density. More walkable development patterns and intensities favor a mix of residential dwelling units and nearby office, restaurant, and retail destinations (block-by-block or in the same building). The growth alternative acknowledges changing market conditions and community preferences to make the Crescent District a destination in Leesburg complementing nearby Downtown. Crescent District Mixed-Use Center (Retrofit) Open Space Approved Residential Development The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 24 Crescent District 1 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 This scenario assumes that the Crescent District Master Plan is fully-implemented, and the area becomes an iconic destination in Leesburg complementing the uses and character of Downtown. Infill development and redevelopment is more wide spread –up to 50% of the District –compared to alternative scenario one, and represented by low-and mid-rise buildings up to four stories tall. Taller buildings and urban (vs. suburban) parking strategies reduce the future development footprint (lot coverage) and provide more opportunities for connected-open-space throughout the District (returned via requirements in the development review process). Pocket parks, public plazas, and community gathering areas are added to community parks and greenways in alternative scenario one to make open space a prevalent feature in the District. New uses in the District are mixed-use and moderate-density. More walkable development patterns and intensities favor a mix of residential dwelling units and nearby office, restaurant, and retail destinations (block-by-block or in the same building). The growth alternative embraces (maximizes results of) changing market conditions and community preferences to make the Crescent District an important destination in Leesburg complementing nearby Downtown. Crescent District Mixed-Use Center (Retrofit) Open Space Approved Residential Development Alternative Growth Scenario No. 2 Mixed-Use District, Strong Appetite for Redevelopment The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 25 Crescent District 1 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 Joint Work Session Document Focus Area Concept Drawings 26 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 Joint Work Session Document Development Concept ExamplesCrescent District 1 The illustration to the left highlights one of many possible concepts for implementing the thoughts and ideas in the two alternative growth scenarios. Redevelopment of suburban-scale buildings and parking lots in the District to something more urban –as envisioned in the Crescent District Master Plan –affords opportunities to create more walkable streets, connect open space in between buildings, and use consistent architecture to create a definable character and a real sense of place for the District. 27 Crescent District 1 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 Joint Work Session Document Focus Area Concept Drawing 28 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 Joint Work Session Document Development Concept ExamplesCrescent District 1 The illustration to the left highlights one of many possible concepts for creating more active, more walkable streets in the Crescent District, which could complement the uses, design, and scale of buildings and blocks in the Historic Downtown. In this concept drawing, the District would be a place for both visitors and residents. Residents may live above restaurants or storefronts, or with a short walking distance from nearby neighborhoods 29 Crescent District 1 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Discussion Questions •How quickly does the group want to see change in the area? Incentives? Regulatory tools? Active development partners? •Is the group comfortable with redevelopment and allowing greater densities (compared to existing development patterns) to gain additional open space in the District? •Does the group agree the Crescent District needs a design character that makes it a distinguishable destination, second only to Downtown in importance as the face of Leesburg? •Does the group continue to support the mix of uses, densities, and building heights recommended in the Crescent District Master Plan? 30 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Edwards Ferry/ US 15 Bypass Activity Center 31 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Size in Acres:187 Number of Parcels:33 Undeveloped Land:10% Existing Character:Suburban Development Status (Today) Developed Undeveloped Committed 87% 10% 3% Existing Condition Aerial Image Redevelopment Potential Right-of-Way Open Space 0% 0% 0% The Edwards Ferry/US 15 Activity Center is on the east side of Town. The area surrounds the intersection of Edwards Ferry Road NE and the US 15 Bypass and runs south along Riverside Parkway. Current uses are generally big box, regional commercial. Visitors drive to and between destinations because they are not well-connected. The area is largely built out, but as businesses (such as Walmart) move out, there is potential for more pedestrian-friendly redevelopment in the area. Edwards Ferry/US 15 Bypass Activity Center 2 32 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 General Observations: •Businesses in the area are predominately automobile-oriented •Some destinations in the study area are older and outdated •Big box and large surface parking lots are a predominate feature in the area •Old Wal*Mart site is current vacant 33 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 1 No Appetite for RedevelopmentIn this scenario, the area is not a focal point in the community’s long-term vision to create unique and recognizable centers throughout Town. Uses in the area remain low-density and single-use. Suburban-style development patterns favor non-residential (primarily retail with limited office) destinations accessible primarily by automobile. Existing buildings and parking lots remain until they are in need of rehabilitation, and then replaced with new buildings and parking lots that are similar to existing development patterns in terms of height, density, and parking solutions. Open space is limited in the planning area, and not a dominate design feature of the activity center. The business-as-usual scenario largely ignores market trends about failing brick-and-mortar retail. The “downtown” character area category assigned west of the US 15 Bypass is not used to its fullest potential in terms of use, density, or design controls that promote a more mixed-use, walkable environment. Downtown Regional Retail Community Office Edwards Ferry/US 15 Bypass Activity Center 2 The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 34 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Alternative Growth Scenario No. 2 Low Appetite for RedevelopmentIn this scenario, there is interest from policy-makers, developers, landowners, and the community to invest in parts of the activity center in ways that make them more walkable destinations (primarily drive-to, park-once environments) with a mix of complementary land uses and integrated open space. Infill development and redeveloped is limited to 25% or less of the activity center – represented primarily by low-to mid-rise buildings up to three stories tall. Shorter buildings consume more land, including surface parking lots nearby to serve them. Open space is limited to a few areas in the redeveloped portions of the activity center –small public greens, pocket parks, etc. –and low- interest in widespread redevelopment of the activity center precludes new open space as a ‘connected feature’ of the area. New uses in the activity center are mixed-use and moderate-density. More walkable development patterns and intensities favor a mix of residential dwelling units and nearby office, restaurant, and retail destinations (block-by- block or in the same building). Surrounding residential neighborhoods feel connected to the activity center. The growth alternative acknowledges changing market conditions and community preferences to make activity centers desirable, attractive destinations in Leesburg (similar to the Village at Leesburg activity center, but at a much lower development intensity and scale). Employment Center Suburban Retail Mixed-Use Center (Retrofit) Approved Residential Development Edwards Ferry/US 15 Bypass Activity Center 2 The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 35 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Alternative Growth Scenario No. 3 Strong Appetite for Redevelopment Employment Center Suburban Retail Mixed-Use Center (Retrofit) Approved Residential Development In this scenario, there is interest from policy-makers, developers, landowners, and the community to invest in the activity center in ways that make it a more walkable destination (primarily drive-to, park-once environments) with a mix of complementary land uses and integrated open space. Infill development and redevelopment is more widespread –up to 40% of the activity center – compared to alternative scenario one, and represented by low-and mid-rise buildings up to four stories tall. Taller buildings and urban (vs. suburban) parking strategies reduce the future development footprint (lot coverage) and provide more opportunities for connected-open-space throughout the activity center (returned via requirements in the development review process). More pocket parks, public plazas, and community gathering areas are added throughout the activity center to make open space a prevalent feature in the area. New uses in the activity center are mixed-use and moderate-density. More walkable development patterns and intensities favor a mix of residential dwelling units and nearby office, restaurant, and retail destinations (block-by- block or in the same building). Surrounding residential neighborhoods feel connected to the activity center. The growth alternative embraces (maximizes results of) changing market conditions and community preferences to make the Edwards Ferry/US 15 Bypass Activity Center an important destination in East Leesburg. Edwards Ferry/US 15 Bypass Activity Center 2 The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 36 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 Joint Work Session Document Focus Area Concept DrawingEdwards Ferry/US 15 Bypass Activity Center 2 37 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Discussion Questions •How quickly does the group want to see change in the area? Incentives? Regulatory tools? Active development partners? •How does an activity center in this location complement surrounding land uses? How does the activity center best connect to nearby neighborhoods? •Should any new (or repurposed) activity center in Leesburg require a residential component? •Should the land use vision for this area change to consider a new development pattern? Edwards Ferry/US 15 Bypass Activity Center 2 38 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Pg. Eastern Gateway District Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Eastern Gateway District 3 Size in Acres:598 Number of Parcels:51 Undeveloped Land:38% Existing Character:Suburban Development Status (Today)Existing Condition Aerial Image The Eastern Gateway District includes land generally along East Market Street outside of the Bypass. The corridor serves as a gateway to downtown. Uses today include regional shopping and employment, as well as a mixed-use development that includes retail, residential, and offices (Village at Leesburg). In a portion of the district, visitors drive to and between destinations because they are not well-connected. However, the Villages at Leesburg is an area where visitors can park once and walk to many destinations. Future development in this area would take place on vacant parcels. Developed Undeveloped Committed 49% 38% 13% Redevelopment Potential Right-of-Way Open Space 0% 0% 0% 40 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 General Observations: •Leesburg Corner Premium Outlets is a major destination in the area •Businesses are low-density and single- use, predominately automobile- oriented. •There are substantial areas of office and industrial. •The Village at Leesburg is a very popular destination in the area. 41 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 1 Suburban Office ClusterThe Eastern Gateway District currently serves a wide variety of purposes. People live, work, and play there, but for many people, it serves as a pass-through to other areas. The current Town Plan designates much of the East Market Street corridor for Regional Office (described as campus-style, corporate office headquarters) and Community Office. Much of the existing land use along the corridor, however, does not match this designation, largely as a result of land use decisions such as Leegate, Lowe’s, Brown’s Car Stores, and the Village at Leesburg. In 2018, the Town prepared—but did not adopt—the Eastern Gateway District Small Area Plan. The plan recognized national trends that had emerged since the adoption of the 2010 Town Plan and sought to provide more detailed guidance for land use decisions along the corridor. In this scenario, the Plan remains unadopted, and the earlier designations are followed. Eastern Gateway District 3 Regional Retail Community Retail Regional Office Community Office Major Institution The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 42 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 2 Proposed Master Plan ConceptIn 2018, the Town prepared the Eastern Gateway District Small Area Plan. The plan recognized national trends that had emerged since the adoption of the 2010 Town Plan and sought to provide more detailed guidance for land use decisions along the corridor. This scenario would follow those recommendations. While creating and maintaining employment opportunities remains a focus of the Eastern Gateway Area, the plan recognizes that current office needs are not focused on centralizing office space into campus-style office headquarters. Teleworking and offsite/remote office locations are becoming more popular, and current demand is often for office space in mixed-use environments. National trends emphasize integration of office with other uses such as residential, retail, entertainment, and civic uses. The Town may also be able to capitalize on office/clean industrial functions. This type of use may have typical office functions but also has elements of highly technical industrial functionality, with a mixture of research and design, assembly, production and/or distribution business components. Eastern Gateway District 3 Mixed-Use Center Regional Office Business & Office Neighborhood Center Suburban Retail Office/Light Industrial Open Space Approved Residential Development The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 43 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 3 Moderate Employment Center Eastern Gateway District 3 Employment Center Mixed-Use Center Business & Office Neighborhood Center Suburban Retail Special Use Open Space Approved Residential Development The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 44 The alternative scenario recognizes the mix of suburban uses and intensities that have evolved over time in the study area while also targeting employment uses for the remaining vacant properties as a means to encourage economic development and increase the number of jobs in Leesburg. Future development in the employment centers would emphasis an innovation village concept with a design, scale, character, and intensity that emphasizes technology, creativity, and forward-thinking. Uses in the area may support a corporate headquarters, research and development campus, manufacturing center, or other centers of excellence and the nearby retail businesses and housing options needed to serve its employees. Office, retail, and potentially a limited number of residential uses (primarily above retail or office space on the first floor of the building) are mixed within the center either in the same building or nearby blocks. Taller buildings (two stories) and urban (vs. suburban) parking strategies reduce the future development footprint (lot coverage) and provide more opportunities for connected-open-space throughout the new employment centers (returned via requirements in the development review process). Pocket parks, public plazas, and community gathering areas are added to overall design of the center to make open space a prevalent feature in the area. The alternative scenario acknowledges market trends that are changing to meet the needs of a more creative class of workers anticipated in the future. Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 4 Major Employment Center Eastern Gateway District 3 Employment Center Mixed-Use Center Business & Office Neighborhood Center Suburban Retail Special Use Open Space Approved Residential Development The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 45 The alternative scenario is a slightly more intense version of alternative scenario number three presented on the previous page. Future development in the employment centers would emphasis an innovation village concept with a design, scale, character, and intensity that emphasizes technology, creativity, and forward- thinking. Uses in the area may support a corporate headquarters, research and development campus, manufacturing center, or other centers of excellence and the nearby retail businesses and housing options needed to serve its employees. Office, retail, and potentially a limited number of residential uses (primarily above retail or office space on the first floor of the building) are mixed within the center either in the same building or nearby blocks. Taller buildings (three stories) and urban (vs. suburban) parking strategies reduce the future development footprint (lot coverage) and provide more opportunities for connected-open-space throughout the new employment centers (returned via requirements in the development review process). Pocket parks, public plazas, and community gathering areas are added to overall design of the center to make open space a prevalent feature in the area. The alternative scenario acknowledges market trends that are changing to meet the needs of a more creative class of workers anticipated in the future. Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 Joint Work Session Document Employment Center Concept ExampleEastern Gateway District 3 The illustration to the left highlights one of many possible concepts for a new employment center in Leesburg. Buildings and uses in the center are oriented toward a grid of connected and walkable streets. Office, retail, and potentially residential uses (sometimes above retail or office space on the first floor of the building) are mixed within the center (either in the same building or nearby blocks). Open space is a meaningful design element of the center. New employment centers in Leesburg may support corporate headquarters, research and development campuses, manufacturing centers, technology centers, or other centers of excellence important to the region. 46 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 Joint Work Session Document Employment Center Concept ExampleEastern Gateway District 3 The illustration to the left highlights one of many possible concepts for a new mixed-use activity center in Leesburg. Land uses and buildings on small blocks in the core of the activity center may stand two or more stories tall, and encourage community activity on walkable streets and in the public spaces designed between buildings. Residential units or office space may be found over storefronts in the activity center. Homes surrounding the core of the activity center may offer several choices – single family home, townhome, condominium, senior living, etc. –to live and experience the center. 47 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Discussion Questions •Do we require development in the Eastern Gateway District be more unified in terms of building placement, height, design, etc. to reinforce a specific Town character? •What level of height and density limits are the group comfortable with to unlock new investments (development potential) in the Eastern Gateway District? •Should any new (or repurposed) activity center in Leesburg require a residential component? •What is the relationship between Downtown, the Crescent District, and the Eastern Gateway District? More of the same? How can the Eastern Gateway District best contribute to a diversified development strategy in Leesburg? Eastern Gateway District 3 48 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Leesburg Executive Airport 49 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Leesburg Executive Airport 4 Size in Acres:771 Number of Parcels:32 Undeveloped Land:48% Existing Character:Suburban Development Status (Today)Existing Condition Aerial Image The Leesburg Executive Airport area is generally south of Battlefield Parkway, with portions both within the Town limits and in the Joint Land Management Area. The Town is pursuing annexation in the JLMA portion of the area. The major use in the area is the airport. However, there are also suburban office buildings, many of which are occupied by Loudoun County government. Compass Creek is a master planned community currently in development. Major recent arrivals to the area are the new Walmart and Ion International Training Center, and a number of fast food restaurants were recently approved by the Town. Development in the area would take place only on vacant parcels and is anticipated to be primarily office. Developed Undeveloped Committed 45% 48% 0% Redevelopment Potential Right-of-Way Open Space 0% 7% 0% 50 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 General Observations: •Leesburg Executive Airport is a major asset in the area that consumes most of the planning area •Office buildings are low-profile and generally single-use •The Compass Creek development includes the new Wal*Mart •The Ion International Training Center is a major asset in the area 51 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 1 Suburban Office ClusterThe Leesburg Executive Airport and surrounding areas offer a location unique in the region for recruiting economic development interests. Airport and related activities are targeted for areas identified as office and light industrial on the map (light grey in color). Uses throughout the area remain low-density and single-use. Suburban-style development patterns –currently anchored by the International Training Center and Wal*Mart Supercenter –are accessible primarily by automobile. Shorter buildings consume more land, including surface parking lots nearby to serve them. Open space is not a primary concern in the development pattern beyond meeting buffer and storm water requirements. Targeted uses for vacant areas in the south include general office, research and development, and data centers. The business-as-usual scenario acknowledges market trends related to high demand for office and data center uses in the region; however, the densities, uses, and form of development represented in the scenario largely ignore emerging themes and best practices for creating more urban (or at least campus-connected) employment centers to serve a more creative class of workers anticipated in the future. Regional Office Office/Light Industrial Leesburg Executive Airport 4 The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 52 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 2 Major Employment CenterThe Leesburg Executive Airport and surrounding areas offer a location unique in the region for recruiting economic development interests. Airport and related activities are targeted for areas identified as office and light industrial on the map (light grey in color). Suburban-style development patterns –currently anchored by the International Training Center and Wal*Mart Supercenter –in the northwest (red in color) are accessible primarily by automobile. The remainder of the site is envisioned as an innovation village with a design, scale, character, and intensity that emphasizes technology, creativity, and innovation. Uses in the area may support a corporate headquarters, data center, research and development campus, manufacturing center, or other centers of excellence and the nearby retail businesses and housing options (sometimes above retail or office space on the first floor of a building) needed to serve its employees. Taller buildings (minimum of two stories) and urban (vs. suburban) parking strategies reduce the future development footprint (lot coverage) and provide more opportunities for connected-open-space throughout the activity center (returned via requirements in the development review process). Pocket parks, public plazas, and community gathering areas are added throughout the area to make open space a prevalent feature in the overall development. The alternative scenario acknowledges market trends that are changing to meet the needs of a more creative class of workers anticipated in the future. Employment Center Suburban Retail Office/Light Industrial Leesburg Executive Airport 4 The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 53 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 2 Major Employment Center Employment Center Suburban Retail Office/Light Industrial Leesburg Executive Airport 4 The Leesburg Executive Airport and surrounding areas offer a location unique in the region for recruiting economic development interests. Airport and related activities are targeted for areas identified as office and light industrial on the map (light grey in color). Suburban-style development patterns –currently anchored by the International Training Center and Wal*Mart Supercenter –in the northwest (red in color) are accessible primarily by automobile. The remainder of the site is envisioned as an innovation village with a design, scale, character, and intensity that emphasizes technology, creativity, and innovation. Uses in the area may support a corporate headquarters, data center, research and development campus, manufacturing center, or other centers of excellence and the nearby retail businesses and housing options (sometimes above retail or office space on the first floor of a building) needed to serve its employees. Taller buildings (minimum of three stories) and urban (vs. suburban) parking strategies reduce the future development footprint (lot coverage) and provide more opportunities for connected-open-space throughout the activity center (returned via requirements in the development review process). Pocket parks, public plazas, and community gathering areas are added throughout the area to make open space a prevalent feature in the overall development. The alternative scenario acknowledges market trends that are changing to meet the needs of a more creative class of workers anticipated in the future. The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 54 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Discussion Questions •Is there potential to identify a specific use (or user) in this location that could help recruit jobs and economic investment in the Town? •What land use or design considerations might be needed to maximize location/proximity to the airport? •What is the ultimate goal for a non-residential use near the airport? Major shopping center? Major employment center? Something else? Leesburg Executive Airport 4 55 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Oaklawn Area 56 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Pg. Oaklawn Area 5 Size in Acres:68 Number of Parcels:9 Undeveloped Land:69% Existing Character:Suburban Development Status (Today)Existing Condition Aerial Image The Oaklawn area is northeast of the intersection of the Dulles Greenway and Battlefield Parkway. Much of the land is currently undeveloped, but a portion includes Oaklawn, a 165-acre mixed use development. Additional development in the area would take place only on the vacant land and is anticipated to include primarily regional office uses. A portion of the area is in the airport protection zone. Developed Undeveloped Committed 31% 69% 0% Redevelopment Potential Right-of-Way Open Space 0% 0% 0% Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 General Observations: •Much of the area is currently undeveloped •Early development is low-density, single-use, and auto-oriented •A portion of the area is in the Airport Runway Protection Zone, and building heights are limited. •Airport noise is a factor in the area. 58 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 1 Suburban Office ClusterThe proximity of this area to Leesburg Executive Airport, as well as easy access to the Dulles Greenway, makes this area appropriate for the Town’s highest intensities. In this scenario,the area is primarily targeted for corporate headquarters, emerging technologies facilities, conference centers, and higher education facilities. Suburban-style development patterns are accessible primarily by automobile. Shorter buildings consume more land, including surface parking lots nearby to serve them. Open space is not a primary concern in the development pattern beyond meeting buffer and storm water requirements. Targeted uses for vacant areas include The business-as-usual scenario acknowledges market trends related to high demand for office and data center uses in the region; however, the densities, uses, and form of development represented in the scenario largely ignore emerging themes and best practices for creating more urban (or at least campus-connected) employment centers to serve a more creative class of workers anticipated in the future. Regional Office Office/Light Industrial Oaklawn Area 5 The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 59 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 2 New Employment CenterInthisscenario,the entire site is envisioned as an innovation village with a design, scale, character, and intensity that emphasizes technology, creativity, and innovation. Uses in the area may support a corporate headquarters, research and development campus, manufacturing center, or other centers of excellence and the nearby retail businesses and housing options needed to serve its employees. Taller buildings (minimum of two stories) and urban (vs. suburban) parking strategies reduce the future development footprint (lot coverage) and provide more opportunities for connected-open-space throughout the activity center (returned via requirements in the development review process). Pocket parks, public plazas, and community gathering areas are added throughout the area to make open space a prevalent feature in the overall development. The alternative scenario acknowledges market trends that are changing to meet the needs of a more creative class of workers anticipated in the future. Employment Center Oaklawn Area 5 The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 60 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 2 New Employment CenterThis is a slightly more intense version of the previous scenario. The entire site is once again envisioned as an innovation village with a design, scale, character, and intensity that emphasizes technology, creativity, and innovation. Uses in the area may support a corporate headquarters, research and development campus, manufacturing center, or other centers of excellence and the nearby retail businesses and housing options needed to serve its employees. Taller buildings (minimum of three stories) and urban (vs. suburban) parking strategies reduce the future development footprint (lot coverage) and provide more opportunities for connected-open-space throughout the activity center (returned via requirements in the development review process). Pocket parks, public plazas, and community gathering areas are added throughout the area to make open space a prevalent feature in the overall development. The alternative scenario acknowledges market trends that are changing to meet the needs of a more creative class of workers anticipated in the future. Employment Center Oaklawn Area 5 The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 61 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 Joint Work Session Document Development Concept ExampleOaklawn Area 5 The illustration to the left highlights one of many possible concepts for a new employment center in Leesburg. Buildings and uses in the center are oriented toward a grid of connected and walkable streets. Office, retail, and potentially residential uses (sometimes above retail or office space on the first floor of the building) are mixed within the center (either in the same building or nearby blocks). Walkable streets, pocket parks, public plazas, and other community gathering areas in the employment center provide several opportunities to experience the positive energy of the center. 62 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Discussion Questions •Are there benefits to encouraging more dense development in this location if land available from buildings going taller (reduced footprints) meant more public open space could be provided for employees, visitors, etc.? •Are there any ideas to maximize the proximity of this location to the Leesburg Executive Airport? •Is there a reason to reprioritize uses and design characteristics in the employment center to promote more activity between buildings? Oaklawn Area 5 63 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Meadowbrook Area 64 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Meadowbrook Area 6 Size in Acres:74 Number of Parcels:16 Undeveloped Land:100% Existing Character:Suburban Development Status (Today)Existing Condition Aerial Image The Meadowbrook area borders South King Street and Route 7 and is completely undeveloped. Meadowbrook is surrounded by residential uses, and current plans call for additional low density residential, with the possibility of a Neighborhood Center to fill the needs of the existing community. Developed Undeveloped Committed 0% 100% 0% Redevelopment Potential Right-of-Way Open Space 0% 0% 0% 65 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 1 Suburban Residential NeighborhoodIn this scenario, the area remains low-density residential. Low-Density Residential Open Space Meadowbrook Area 6 7 The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 66 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 2 New Neighborhood Activity CenterIn this scenario, the site develops as a Neighborhood Activity Center. Small scale Neighborhood Centers provide goods and services to surrounding neighborhoods. Their proximity to neighborhoods requires that operations be low-intensity, unobtrusive, and at a scale and design compatible with nearby residential development. The design of Neighborhood Centers transitions effectively between residential and nonresidential uses and includes safe and convenient pedestrian and bicycle access for nearby residents. While this is primarily a commercial category, some Neighborhood Centers may include upper story residential or office. Sites also effectively minimize the impact of cut-through traffic on nearby neighborhood streets by orienting vehicle access and circulation away from adjacent neighborhoods. Neighborhood Center Open Space Meadowbrook Area 6 7 The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 67 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 Joint Work Session Document Development Concept ExampleMeadowbrook Area 6 The illustration to the left highlights one of many possible concepts for a new neighborhood center in Leesburg. Small scale development in the center provides goods and services to surrounding neighborhoods. Their proximity to neighborhoods requires that operations be low-intensity, unobtrusive, and at a scale and design compatible with nearby residential development. The design of a neighborhood center at Meadowbrook would need to transition effectively between residential and non-residential uses, and include safe and convenient pedestrian and bicycle access for nearby residents. 68 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Discussion Questions •In your opinion, what land uses, design features, or site characteristics reinforce a neighborhood activity center (vs. some other office or commercial designation)? •How does an activity center in this location complement surrounding land uses? How does the activity center best connect to nearby neighborhoods? •Is the land better suited for a residential neighborhood or a new office and neighborhood activity center? Meadowbrook Area 6 69 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 JLMA Southeast 70 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 JLMA (Southeast)7 Size in Acres:476 Number of Parcels:23 Undeveloped Land:71% Existing Character:Suburban Development Status (Today)Existing Condition Aerial Image This portion of the Joint Land Management Area is largely undeveloped with limited access, but residential and light industrial has been approved by the County. The area is bisected by both the W&OD Trail and Crosstrail Boulevard and borders the Luck Stone Quarry to the east and residential neighborhoods to the west. The developed portions of the area are generally industrial. Future development is expected to be a mix of office and industrial, with the addition of a significant residential component. At some point, the Town intends to bring the area into the municipal limits. Developed Undeveloped Committed 22% 71% 0% Redevelopment Potential Right-of-Way Open Space 0% 1% 5% 71 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 General Observations: •Light industrials uses are prevalent in the area •Luck Stone Quarry is in the area •There are a variety of land uses surrounding the area: parks and recreation, single family neighborhood, townhome community, lifestyle center, and heavy industrial. •Large tracts of land in the area are undeveloped 72 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Pg. Growth Scenario No. 1 Low-Density, Single-Use Employment CenterIn this scenario, the entire area is dedicated to employment, with a mix of office and industrial. These areas support both large-scale, single tenant office and industrial buildings and smaller, multi-tenant office and industrial buildings that are clustered and may support and serve one another. These areas are typically buffered from surrounding development by tree preservation areas or landscaped areas, with the type and size of the buffer a function of the activities being performed on the site. Community Office Office/Light Industrial Light Industrial Heavy Industrial JLMA (Southeast)7 The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 2 Residential & Non-Residential MixIn this scenario, high demand for additional housing leads to much of the area being approved for residential neighborhoods. By responding to this short-term demand,the Town loses valuable area that could be dedicated to employment.Business & Industrial Residential Neighborhood JLMA (Southeast)7 The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 74 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Discussion Questions •Is there potential to identify a specific use (or user) in this location that could help recruit jobs and economic investment in the Town? •Is there a use or design consideration that might best complement very different surrounding land uses in the area (i.e., parks and recreation, single family neighborhood, townhome community, lifestyle center, and quarry)? •Is the land generally located south of the Village at Leesburg and west of Luck Stone Quarry better suited for a residential neighborhood, or office and light industrial uses? JLMA (Southeast)7 75 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 JLMA east 76 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Size in Acres:173 Number of Parcels:6 Undeveloped Land:76% Existing Character:Suburban Development Status (Today)Existing Condition Aerial Image This portion of the Joint Land Management Area borders Edwards Ferry Road and Battlefield Parkway. At some point, the Town expects to bring this area in to the municipal limits.The area is currently primarily undeveloped, with the exception of some very low-density residential uses. The area abuts residential neighborhoods to the east, as well as retail uses across Battlefield Parkway. Future land use is currently expected to be low-density residential, but this may be an ideal location for a residential conservation neighborhood to protect both the viewshed and interior open space. JLMA (East)8 Developed Undeveloped Committed 24% 76% 0% Redevelopment Potential Right-of-Way Open Space 0% 0% 0% 77 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 1 Suburban NeighborhoodIn this scenario, the area develops as a low-density residential neighborhood. Low-Density Residential JLMA (East)8 The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 78 Conservation Neighborhood Special Use Open Space Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Growth Scenario No. 2 Conservation NeighborhoodIn this scenario, the area develops as a conservation neighborhood. A Conservation Neighborhood preserves 30% to 50% of the buildable land on a site for permanent open space ― protecting environmental features, tree stands, or outstanding viewsheds ― by closely clustering homes of varying lot sizes and densities together . Conservation Neighborhood design should respond to specific features on the site; however, goals to reallocate gross allowable densities into compact development areas that minimize infrastructure investments and maximize large, continuous areas for permanent open space are encouraged. Resident amenities in these neighborhoods should include walking trails and neighborhood gardens. Conservation Neighborhoods are primarily residential but may include limited civic uses. In this case, the southern tip of the area would develop as a church. JLMA (East)8 The type of land uses and their assignment to the study area are for a hypothetical condition that allows for the comparison of competing ‘big ideas’ for the future of Leesburg (i.e., the alternative growth scenarios). A more refined assignment of land uses in the study area will be included in the first draft of the Town Plan document, which takes into account development status, projects approved by Town Council, and comments from participants at the joint work session. Note: 79 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 Joint Work Session Document Development Concept ExampleJLMA (East)8 The illustration to the left highlights one of many possible concepts for a conservation neighborhood in Leesburg. Development is clustered to specific portions of the site to save a significant amount of land as permanent open space (sometimes up to 50% of the neighborhood is preserved as open space). Open space preserved in the development may be closed or open to the public as a matter of Town policy decided during the development application review process. 80 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 Joint Work Session Document Development Concept ExampleJLMA (East)8 The illustration to the left highlights one of many possible design concepts for a conservation neighborhood in Leesburg. Home sites are located to take advantage of natural features on the property. Large tree stands, ponds, and wetlands are integrated into the overall design concept and development impacts are minimized to the extent possible. 81 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update January 27, 2020 Joint Work Session Document Development Concept ExampleJLMA (East)8 The illustration to the left highlights one of many possible design concepts for a conservation neighborhood in Leesburg. Open space reserved in the neighborhood should be significant –sometime 50% or more of the site is preserved as open space – and connected to the locations and orientation of home sites in the neighborhood via view sheds, trails, community gardens, etc. 82 Legacy Leesburg Town Plan Update Joint Work Session Document January 27, 2020 Discussion Questions •Is the group comfortable doubling allowable density – from 2.0 to 4.0 dwelling units per acre –if at least 50% of the land is dedicated to permanent open space? •Is the group comfortable with the concept of conservation neighborhoods in this location? JLMA (East)8 •Are there any special elements or criteria the group would like to see accompany the definition of conservation neighborhood? 83