OKC Plan, 2000-2020 - City of Oklahoma City

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Rural Neighborhoods Rural areas are primarily used for agricultural, forestry, mining purposes and scattered residential development. Rural areas for the purposes of the plan are areas that do not require a full range of essential city services. Essential services are defined in the 1990 OKC Plan as Water, Waste Water, and urban fire protection. For the purposes of this discussion, “rural” will be defined as all areas of Oklahoma City that presently lack one or more essential service and where such services are not anticipated to be made available for at least 20 years. Areas in which it is anticipated that all essential services are to be made available during the Planning period will be defined as Growth areas, even if the present character is Rural. Assets Because of the large incorporated area and its location between the woodlands to the east and the rolling prairie to the west, Oklahoma City has a wide variety of rural areas. These areas include the wooded areas to the east and northeast, the rolling and partially wooded countryside east of Draper Lake, the scenic areas south of Mustang, and gentle prairie topography in the north and northwestern parts of the city. All these areas provide a rich and scenic context for the urban area and contain a variety of assets that are in critical need of protection. These assets include the following:. The agricultural, ranching and oil and gas extraction uses contribute significantly to the Oklahoma City economy. Rural areas provide locations for people who choose to live close to the city but enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside. The surrounding rural areas provide a scenic context for the city. Properly protected, the surrounding rural areas can pleasantly contrast with the intense development of the city and be a source of community enjoyment and pride. Many of the rural areas are in the watershed areas of Oklahoma City’s lakes (and surrounding lakes, such as Thunderbird and Arcadia) that provide storage for the region's water supply. Protection of these areas was a reason for the aggressive annexation program of the 1960's. The rural areas include recharge areas for the region's aquifers, such as Garber-Wellington. Directions The historic uses, such as agricultural, ranching, and oil and gas extraction (where they are not detrimental to the environment or neighboring properties), should be encouraged to continue and be supported by appropriate services in rural areas. Natural assets, such as wooded areas, natural topography, wildlife habitat, creeks and wetlands should be protected. An appropriate level of rural public services should be provided in an efficient and economical manner. 1
Urban Growth Neighborhoods Urban growth is the area of Oklahoma City where all city services are presently available or are anticipated to be made available during the horizon of the Comprehensive Plan (minus the revitalization area.) This area was mostly developed after 1946 and is characterized by its accessibility by motorized vehicles, low density single family housing, and commercial strip development. The majority of Oklahoma City's growth and development in recent years has continued to occur in this area. Assets Much of Oklahoma City's recent economic expansion has occurred in this area. Public school quality is rated highly by residents. Residents perceive fewer crime and social problems. Housing quality and property maintenance is better than in some of the older parts of the City. The variety of retail facilities and services are diverse and convenient. Growth areas are close to the edge of the City or to rural areas. Growth areas included are close to major parks and lakes. There is an abundance of fully served land ready to be developed. Capital Improvements Program (CIP) policies subsidize development costs. Directions Encourage “Traditional Neighborhood Development” in which higher density and more efficient use of the infrastructure (streets, water lines, sanitary sewers) is achieved through the use of grid plats similar to those in the Traditional Neighborhoods development area. Provide a full range of public services to ensure long term desirability of the growth areas As the areas mature, assure that they evolve into mature self-sustaining communities by developing more public and civic uses. Improve the appearance of strip commercial streets, with appropriate facade improvements, landscaping, parking lot improvements and enhanced signage limitations. Encourage a greater mix of land uses within growth neighborhoods to provide convenience and reduce automobile trips. Meet the market demand for a wide variety of housing types conveniently located to employment centers. Encourage development of vacant parcels adjacent to areas of existing development. 2
Page 1: The City of Oklahoma City OKC Plan,
Page 5 and 6: Explanatory Notes This plan provide
Page 10 and 11: Traditional Neighborhoods The Tradi
Page 12 and 13: areas: Achieving sustainable downto
Page 14 and 15: Regional Shopping Centers The City
Page 16: Land Use and Design
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Page 23 and 24: Create density and design options a
Page 25 and 26: Urban Growth Area The Urban Growth
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Page 31 and 32: Support programs which enable resid
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In addition to the increasing expen
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Railroads Union Station, at 300 SW
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Provide a definite division between
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The quality and availability of pub
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Fire Protection The Fire Department
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Water Supply The City of Oklahoma C
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Service Standards 100 gallons per
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Animal Welfare The Animal Welfare D
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Open space and a well-balanced park
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Actions Parks Plan Prepare a Parks
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OKLAHOMA CITY PARKS FACILITIES Neig
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Harn Garden NE 16th and Stiles 9.30
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Education is a critically important
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OKLAHOMA CITY AREA SCHOOL DISTRICTS
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Seek means to contribute to mainten
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Historic Preservation
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Most Oklahoma City residents know t
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Promotion of Historic Neighborhoods
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Develop vacant parcels with appropr
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Culture
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OKLAHOMA CITY Cultural Resources Do
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Directions Increase public awarene
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Historic Preservation Designate pu
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Surveys of Oklahoma City residents
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Directions Improve the appearance
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Seek changes in state legislation t
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Private Development Enhance the ap
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Beautification Master Plan A compre
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Oil production, agriculture, transp
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Actions Public-Private Initiatives
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Environmental Concerns
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Water Resources Drinking water in t
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Limit and reduce the use of pestici
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Regional Context
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OKLAHOMA CITY AREA New Housing Cons
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The City has several key public tru
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Implementation
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Plan policies: • Incorporate the
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Capital Improvements Program (CIP)
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Drainage Regulations Review the Ci
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Code Enforcement Evaluate the City
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Education Establish cooperative pl
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3. Planning staff conducts a Plan A
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