"New Urbanism" promotes that traditional urban
neighborhood patterns are better than modern, conventional
suburban development plans at creating community, protecting
the environment, and providing a superior quality of life.
New Urbanism is outlined in the following points:
Re-establish the corner store: Neighbors can meet, share a meal, or pick up groceries without getting in the car.
Narrow streets in a connected network: A network of narrow streets connects the neighborhood and distributes and slows traffic.
Garages in the rear connected by lanes:
Avoid garage-scapes by placing the prettiest part of homes
out front and relegate garages to the back alleys.
Mix of Turn-of-the-Century Housing Styles and Sizes: A variety of architecture and a wide range of home prices make the neighborhood more diverse and interesting.
Tree lined streets: Use of maples,
oaks, and other large trees to provide natural beauty
and shade for walkers.
Create a Village Center: Greet your neighbors while doing your daily shopping.
Sidewalks that Go Somewhere: Stroll
to parks, the waterfront, the corner store, recreation,
the town center, your neighbor's house, and more on walking
and biking routes.
Village Green, Parks, and Recreation:
Children need to have a place to meet and play, too!
Buildings Placed Close to the Street: Add porches and verandas on the front of homes so you can greet your neighbors as they walk by!