Tulsa Comprehensive Plan - PLANiTULSA

Plan Chapter: Land Use
New residential Neighborhoods
New neighborhoods will combine the best aspects
of Tulsa’s single-family neighborhoods — spacious,
quiet and affordable — with nearby retail and
services, accessibility to jobs and a range of housing
types from which to choose.
New residential neighborhoods will consist
mostly of single-family homes.
In keeping with Tulsa’s tradition of single-family
neighborhoods, new neighborhoods will mostly consist
of individual homes. These areas also will include some
townhomes and two- or three-story condominiums or
apartments with some shops, services and a central park
or green nearby. Small-scale apartments or condos can be
designed to blend in with single-family neighborhoods or
along their edges. Churches and schools will continue to be
important parts of Tulsa’s community and culture, and new
neighborhoods will be designed so residents can easily reach
them on foot, by bike or car.
The key aspect of a new neighborhood will be accessibility,
both within the community and to the city’s overall
transportation network. Streets will not necessarily have to be
laid out on a grid, but should provide a variety of routes and
include bike lanes and sidewalks. Connectivity will be important
to prevent local traffic from overwhelming nearby streets.
The Village at Central Park is an example of
how new neighborhoods can
provide a range of housing options.
New neighborhoods will usually be organized around a town
center where grocery stores, retail shops, and services are
located within a short walking or driving distance. Civic spaces
such as parks, plazas and squares can also be included. These
areas are served by frequent bus or rail transit, making it easy to
stop at the store on the way home.
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