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PERMIT CENTER DOWNTOWN AUBURN SIDEWALK DESIGN GUIDELINES RESOLUTION 4271 ADOPTED DECEMBER 3, 2007 REVISIONS BY CITY COUNCIL DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE: FEBRUARY 10, 2009, JUNE
22, 2010 Prepared by: City of Auburn Customer Service Center (253) 931-3010 FAX (253) 931-3053
Downtown Auburn Sidewalk Design Guidelines AREA OF APPLICATION Intent: to provide a consistent sidewalk design within the downtown area while emphasizing distinctive areas 1. Division
St. from 3rd St. SE/SW through Main St. shall have a distinctive design as a “promenade,” which design is being developed separately from these sidewalk guidelines. Unless specifically
noted herein, these guidelines will not apply to this area. However, they are intended to be compatible with that design. 2. The streetscape on Main Street from the BNSF rail crossing
to Auburn Way shall follow these guidelines with the exception that the existing Main Street pedestrian lights and the concept of planting pots will continue to be utilized. 3. Unless
as specifically noted herein, the sidewalk guidelines shall be accommodated within a sixty (60) foot right-of-way. 4. As used herein, the term “downtown” is intended to coincide with
the Downtown Urban Center zone boundaries as depicted on the Comprehensive Zoning Map, also shown on Exhibit “A” attached, except for that area west of the BNRR rail crossing. 1 of 5
Exhibit “A” Resolution 4271 November 28, 2007 Revisions by Downtown Redevelopment Committee: February 10, 2009 June 22, 2010
SIDEWALK WIDTH Intent: to provide a generous walking space with room for street trees and amenities, while maintaining a clear travel zone for pedestrian safety and comfort. 1. All sidewalks
shall be no less than ten feet (10 ft.) in width, measured from the face of curb to the face of the building. Except for A Street NW/SW, where the sidewalk width varies through the corridor.
2. All sidewalks shall maintain a minimum walking zone of five feet (5 ft.) in width, free of all obstructions including utilities, signage, street trees, furniture or other elements,
permanent or temporary. SIDEWALK PAVING Intent: to provide a consistent and durable sidewalk that adds interest to the downtown core 1. All sidewalks shall be concrete with 2 ft. x 2
ft. scoring pattern with a light broom finish with minimal scoring depth to allow for easy cleaning. 2. A single row of bricks shall be used at transition points such as driveway and
connections between new and old sidewalks. 2’x 2’ Scored Concrete with Light Brush Finish TRANSITION AREAS STREETSCAPE 3. Sidewalks and driveways shall be constructed in structural conformance
with City sidewalk and driveway standards (type of concrete, thickness, cross slope, expansion joints, etc.). 2 of 5 Exhibit “A” Resolution 4271 November 28, 2007 Revisions by Downtown
Redevelopment Committee: February 10, 2009 June 22, 2010
STREET CORNERS Intent: to provide a consistent and durable sidewalk that adds interest to the downtown core 10’ min. 1. All sidewalks at street corners shall be constructed of brick
pavers in a rectangular pattern. The specific type of brick pavers shall be approved by the City, including shape, size, and color. 2. Patterns shall extend from the back of curb to
the building face and a minimum of 10 feet in either direction from the corner of the property lines. 3. Corner bulbs shall be integrated into corners where on-street parking is allowed,
dependant upon the adjacent street geometry, presence of bus routes or other large vehicle use, as determined by the City Engineer. STREET TREES Intent: to ensure consistency, compatibility
and survivability of street trees 1. All street trees shall be planted in 5 ft. x 5 ft. openings with root barriers and an approved tree grate, flush with the sidewalk. Portions of A
Street SW/NW will require a 4 ft. x 6 ft. opening, where the sidewalk is narrower than 10 ft. 5’ 3 3 of 5 Exhibit “A” Resolution 4271 November 28, 2007 Revisions by Downtown Redevelopment
Committee: February 10, 2009 June 22, 2010 Tree Grate – Chinook Design 2. Street trees should generally be placed 40 ft to 50 ft. on center, located 2.5 ft. from the back of curb, with
lighting in between. Trees may be placed at either greater or lesser intervals to maintain sightlines for safety or for other reasons, subject to approval of the City Engineer. Generally
40’ 3. Selected tree species should be of limited size and have limited potential to drop sap, fruit, or leaves.
PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALKS Intent: to ensure consistency and clarity for wayfinding and safety 1. All crosswalks shall be 10 foot wide concrete with a 2 ft. x 2 ft. scored section between
rows of perpendicular stamped brick patterns on either side reflective of the adjacent sidewalk design. CROSSWALKS 2. All intersections will require a white thermoplastic crosswalk line
for additional visibility on either side of the concrete cross walk. PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING Intent: to ensure consistency in light fixtures and light levels for maintenance and safety 1.
The required downtown standard of pedestrian/street lighting, including banner brackets and hanging baskets shall be used on all downtown streets. The heights of the street light components
shall be as follows: a. Pole height of 20 ft b. Bottom of light fixture height of 14 ft c. Flower basket bracket height of 11 ft. d. Banner bracket heights at 14.5 feet and 20 feet.
2. All lighting standards shall include electrical service to support holiday lighting, with additional electrical service being provided at the plaza and other locations where special
events may occur. Pedestrian/Street Lighting 4 of 5 Exhibit “A” Resolution 4271 November 28, 2007 Revisions by Downtown Redevelopment Committee: February 10, 2009 June 22, 2010