Place TypesNine place types were created for the generation of scenarios.

High Density ResidentialMixture of detached and attached housing types, but predominantly multifamily, townhome, and condominiums.

2-4 Story buildings

Minimal setbacks

7-16 Units/acre

Very supportive of transit.

Medium Density ResidentialMedium Density ResidentialMixture of single family homes with some multifamily and attached townhome dwellings.

1/5 to 1/3 acre lots

3-5 Units/acre

1-3 Story buildings

Small front yards

Supportive of transit.

Low Density ResidentialLow Density ResidentialDetached, single family houses.

½ to 1 acre lots.

1-2 Story buildings

Large front yards

1-2 Units/acre

Not supportive of transit.

High Density CommercialHigh Density CommercialOne to four story commercial buildings, with potential for a mixture of uses.

Approximately 26,000 sq ft of building/acre

Supportive of transit.

Medium Density CommercialMedium Density CommercialOne to three story commercial buildings.

Suburban to urban in character.

Approximately 13,000 sq ft of building/acre

Auto to pedestrian oriented. Somewhat supportive of transit.

Low Density CommercialLow Density CommercialSingle story commercial or retail.

Approximately 6,300 sq feet of building/acre

Suburban in character.

Auto-oriented, minimally supportive of transit.

High Density Mixed UseHigh Density Mixed UseRetail on street level, with condominiums, apartments, or offices on upper levels.

2-4 stories buildings with minimal lot lines and setback.

50%-50% Commercial Residential Mix

Most supportive of transit.

Lower Density Mixed Use (Commercial)Lower Density Mixed Use (Commercial)Retail/ services on street level, with office, commercial or some residential above.

2-4 stories buildings with minimal lot lines and setback.

65%-35% Commercial Residential Mix

Very supportive of transit.

Lower Density Mixed Use (Residential)Lower Density Mixed Use (Residential)Retail on street level with apartments or condominiums above, or townhouses & single-family homes on street level.

2-4 stories buildings with minimal lot lines and setback.

35%-65% Commercial Residential Mix

Supportive of transit.