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The implementation of the Standish Corner Master Plan continues to gain momentum utilizing innovative tools encouraging a walkable community supporting a local economy and sense of place. The most recent public workshop included build-out scenario graphics, key pad polling and a discussion regarding the potential for form-based zoning versus traditional land-use based zoning. Throughout the implementation process, scale, pattern, form, connectivity and the character of the street have been the focus of understanding the implications of different futures for Standish Corner.

technology-helps-standish-picture-how-it-will-grow.pdf

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The Portland community showed strong interest in the future of Franklin Street by attending a re-visioning planning workshop on April 29. Over 90 people generated a range of inspiring ideas for consideration. The next step in the process is the refinement of different urban design, mobility and land use issues resulting in concept master plans illustrating the potential for the corridor.

Re-visioning Franklin.pdf

A Short History of Franklin.pdf

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