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Form No. 30043 Ordinance No. 50-16 Passed .20 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2007 COMMUNITY PLAN TO INCORPORATE THE SHIER RINGS ROAD CORRIDOR AREA PLAN WHEREAS® the City of Dublin strives to preserve and enhance the unique high quality of life, community character and fiscal well -being offered to those who live or work in the comr -n anity; and WHEREAS, the City of Dublin seeks to manage growth and adapt to changes that result from the demand for corporate offices, high technology industries, homes, and mixed use development; and WHEREAS® the City of Dublin seeks to preserve the public health, safety and welfare by managing the City's growth and change and ensuring that additional development and redevelopment does not adversely affect the community; and WHEREAS, the City of Dublin strives to promote good governance through innovation, efficiency, transparency, and public involvement in all aspects of its community planning efforts; and WHEREAS, the Dublin Community Plan is a flexible planning document that is meant to guide the City in planning and development decisions; and WHEREAS, the Dublin Community Plan should be updated from time to time to respond to changes in the community and to maintain its accuracy, relevancy and usefulness as a decision - making tool. NOW, T EREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Dublin, State of Ohio, g of the elected members concurring, that: Section 1. The Dublin Community Plan is hereby amended, through the addition of the Shier Rings Road Corridor Area Plan and shall henceforth be officially included as a part of "The Dublin Community Plan." An updated copy of the Community Plan is on file with the Clerk of Council's office, as of the effective date of this ordinance. Section 2. The primary format of the Dublin Community Plan shall be a publicly - accessible website Lhttr)://CommunityPian.Dublin0hioUsa.gov� that will allow for future amendments to be efficiently incorporated. Section 3. The City Manager shall be authorized to implement an official policy regarding the continual maintenance and periodic technical update of the Community Plan to adjust such items as facts, figures, inventories and descriptions or graphic depictions of existing conditions. Section 4. This Ordina ce shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period allowed '6y law. ATTEST: Clerk of Council Office of the City Manager C* f "ubl*n 5200 Emerald Parkway * Dublin, OH 43017-1090 littV 0 Phone: 614-410-4400,o Fax: 614-410-4490 Members of Dublin City Council From,: Dana L. McDaniel, City Ma r X. VAO IY� InIftluated By,: Vincent A. Papsidero, FAICP, Planning Director Joanne L. Shelly, RLA, AICP, LEED BD+C, Urban Designer/Landscape Architect Re: Ordinance 50-16 — Community Plan Amendment - Shier Rings Road Corridor Area Plan Ordinance 50-16 is a request for review and approval of a new area plan for incorporation into the City of Dublin Community Plan. • t-% Ord. 50-16 — Community Plan Amendment - Shier Rings Road Corridor Area Plan November 3, 2016 Page 2 of 2 Project Process section describes the project purpose, the Community Planning purpose, the Project Components and the Project Timeline. The final section provides recommendations for future policy considerations, design aesthetic both for the roadway/right-of-way and guidance on site design for private developments. These recommendation address architectural and landscape styles, gateway and access management strategies, right-of-way facilities design and installation. Images and street cross sections are provided as illustrative support for the recommendations. 111 1 qllp M1 The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval to City Council on October 13, 2016 of the Shier Rings Road Corridor Area Plan for adoption as an amendment to the Dublin Community Plan, Staff recommends City Council approve Ordinance 50-16 for the Shier Rings Road Corridor Area Plan as an amendment to the Dublin Community Plan at the second reading/public hearing on November 21, 2016. City of Dublin 1 00 +� ` / I° I City of Dublin 1 00 +� ` / TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 3 Background Project Purpose Study Area Overview Planning Goals Project Process I Overview 4 Community Planning Project Components Project Timeline Corridor Character I Engagement 6 Existing Corridor Character Questions Perceptions Stakeholder Comments Stakeholder interview Questions Corridor Character I Policy 8 Existing Zoning District Special Area Plans Business Districts Corridor Character I Analysis 11 Character Description Existing Development SWOT Roadway Classifications Thoroughfare Plan Traffic Roadway Character Aesthetics Recommendations JPolicy 17 Policy Considerations Future Land Use Map Shier Rings Corridor Future Recommendations I Design 18 Recommendation Overview Zoning Architecture Landscape Access Management Gateways Intersection Treatments Bicycle &Pedestrian Facilities ROW Implementation Cross Sections Implementation 24 Summary Acknowledgments 25 SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRI DO R CHARACTER STUDY Z City of Dublin C 0 V O L C BACKGROUND The City of Dublin began an inventory of important roadway corridors 2009 to review land use, roadway design, and roadside character. Each roadway corridor faces unique challenges in terms of transitioning land use character, aging infrastructure, and development pressures. The first of these planning efforts was the Hyland Croy Roadway Character Study, completed in June 2011. The next area for examination is Shier Rings Road. This roadway contains a unique mix of industrial, office, residential, and City facilities, along with vacant land and infill sites. Nearlyall ofthe area iscovered by new planning efforts and zoning regulations underthe Shier Rings TechFlex District and the West Innovation District. At the same ti me, the City identified various business districts, principally located in the central core of the city (see Map 6). The business districts are designed to promote clusters of similar types of businesses and industries, allowing each area to benefit from appropriate access, visibility, and proximityto support uses and services. s y. W I 6 it I Shier &q95 Rd'� 1 I P �d9 ,s ......%..;. v . ____ .r W 1 I 'Fi 0 PP x.. (z7� Y >` PROJECT PURPOSE A considerable amount of planning has taken place for the far west end of the Shier Rings Road corridor west of Avery Road as part of the West Innovation District planning efforts, and portions of Shier Rings Road along Avery Road have been studied as part of the Avery Road Corridor Special Area Planwithin the Dublin Community Plan. Because Shier Rings Road has never been examined in its entirety this project will serve as an amendment to the Dublin Community Plan throughthe comprehensive study of this roadway. The purpose of this study is to provide detailed policy and general design guidance for future roadway improvements and surrounding land use character in this important corridor. This study builds on the extensive planning studies completed for portions of the study area, including the Dublin Community Plan for land use and transportation network recommendations, which will guidefuture improvementsto the design and character of Shier Rings Road. It is important to note that none of the improvements are imminent; this study is in anticipation of future roadway projects, consistent with Dublin's tradition of planning forfuture infrastructure improvements. STUDY AREA OVERVIEW The Shier Rings Roadway Corridor Character Study area is bounded by US Highway 33 to the north, 1 -270 to the east, Cosgray Road to the west (including parcels just west of Cosgray), and properties along the south side of Shier Rings Road. Strategically located at the juncture of US 33 and 1 -270, Dublin is home to over 41,000 residents, more than 3,000 businesses, and hosts an estimated 65,000 jobs in administration, technology, science, health and information. Dublin's primary employment core along 1 -270 and US 33 is home to major corporations and technology -based firms. This area has been divided into seven business districts. The Shier Rings Road Technology Flex District is one of the city's key business districts. The area is predominately comprised of light industrial uses and forms a physical connection between the Emerald Corporate District ringing 1 -270 and the growing West Innovation District. Shier Rings Road provides a direct east -west connection between these two districts, while providing access to single - family neighborhoods to the south. Large undeveloped parcels within the study area provide important opportunities for new businesses and /or expansions of existing Dublin businesses. Future development will need to transition between existing development and the contemporary, high -tech development that will characterize the West Innovation District. PLANNING GOALS 1. Analyze existing conditions and previous planning efforts, including the Dublin Community Plan Special Area Plans, Future Land Use Map, and Thoroughfare Plan. 2. Provide strategies for integrating and balancing transportation mobility planning with land use and development character objectives identified in the Dublin Community Plan. 3. Recommend right -of -way improvements to best support the future land use mix and community character objectives while maintaining safe and efficient transportation. 4. Provide recommendations for pedestrian and bicycle facilities, as well as landscaping, lighting, and furnishings to enhance the visual appeal of the corridor. SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY City or Dublin Q) L Q) r. U Vf Vf GJ V 0 L V .0 L COMMUNITY PLANNING The best community planning efforts are those that have community support and a strong framework for implementation. As part of the existing conditions inventory, Shier Rings Road corridor stakeholders were engaged to provide their insight and perceptions. A series of work sessions were held among City of Dublin staff, including Planning, Engineering and Economic Development to facilitate idea sharing, design development, and consensus building. The work sessions provided opportunities to asses the area's current conditions, future public improvements, corridor design aesthetics, and create a framework for implementation. The final step is for the Planning & Zoning Commission to review the plan to ensure it is in keeping with City policy. PROJECT COMPONENTS The Shier Rings Roadway Corridor Character Study involved the following components: I. Existing Conditions Analysis II. Stakeholder Engagement III. Plan Refinement IV. Review &Adoption Refer to the timeline on this page for more information on each phase of the Shier Rings Roadway Corridor Character Study. Cityof Dublin KICK -OFF I June 2013 I. EXISTING CONDITIONS ANALYSIS June - August 2013 During the planning process, a series of charrette -style work sessions served as the primary tool for idea sharing, design development, and consensus building among City of Dublin staff, including Planning, Engineering and Economic Development. The work sessions provided guidance on the area's current conditions, future public improvements, corridor design aesthetics, and estimated timelines for implementation. The outcome of these charrettes was a framework for the corridor study to proceed. II. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Interviews I June - August 2013 Stakeholders from the study area were invited to participate in group and one -on -one interviews with the consultant team. Participants included property and business owners and representatives from AEP, Air Force One, Dublin Building Systems, Hidaka USA, Hilliard's Furniture, Jobe & Associates, Sertek, Stanley Steemer and others. Stakeholders commented that the corridor location is attractive to those who want to operate a business withintheCity. However, the roadway feels disjointed because of its unusual combination of uses. The stakeholders agreed that the road does not have the feel of Dublin roadway when compared to roads like Emerald Parkway, which have manicured landscape character and a consistent physical form. II. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Public Open House #1 I September 18, 2013 The purpose of the first public open house was to introduce the Shier Rings Roadway Corridor Character Study, provide an overview of the preliminary recommendations within the context of previous planning efforts, and obtain input from stakeholders including property owners, business owners, residents of adjacent neighborhoods, and other interested parties. Attendees reviewed information related to existing conditions, past planning efforts and general roadway characteristics. Participants were encouraged to participate in an implementation exercise that was used to prioritize potential development character recommendations for the study area. IV. PRESENTATION TO PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION 2013 The Shier Rings Roadway Corridor Character Study was presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission for informal review on December 5, 2013. Following public review of the draft recommendations a revised plan will be presented to the P &ZC for further review and a recommendation to City Council. SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY 4 II. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Public Open House #21 December4, 2013 A second public stakeholder meeting was held at the Washington Township Administration Building. Stakeholders participated inan open house session and viewed a presentation by City representatives. Participants reviewed project posters and learned about proposed short -term and long -term phased improvements. Updates from the September meeting included: Clarifications of future land use recommendations for the West Innovation District were adopted by City Council in July 2013. The WID land use was changed to "Flex Office /Research and Development, which better addresses the transitional character from US 33 toward the neighborhoods. Development of conceptual renderings to illustrate the preliminary recommendations. Descriptions of implementation strategies. III. PLAN REFINEMENT 2015 -2016 The Shier Rings Roadway Corridor Character Study was presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission for informal review on December 5, 2013. Following the public review of the draftthe recommendations will be incorporated into the draft and presented backto the stakeholders. City of Dublin II. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Public Open House #3 1 October 2016 A third public stakeholder meeting was held atthe Washington Township Administration Building. Stakeholders participated inanopen housesession and viewed a presentation by City representatives. Participants reviewed project posters and learned how future public infrastructure and private infill developments will be implemented. IV. PRESENTATION TO PLANNING &ZONING COMMISSION October 2016 The Shier Rings Roadway Corridor Character Study was presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission for informal review on Septemer 2016. Following public review of the draft recommendations A revised plan will be presented to the P &ZC for further review and a recommendation to City Council. IV. PLAN ADOPTION November 2016 Following final revisions recommended by the Planning & Zoning Commission, the planwill be presentedto Dublin City Council for adoption as an amendment to the Dublin Community Plan. WHAT IS A CHARRETTE? A charrette is an intense and collaborative period of design and planning. Charrettes are commonly used to engage stakeholders with the design and engineering professionals in an informal setting allowing for an open exchange of ideas. The Charrette process is valued because it can capture the stakeholder knowledge and experience which is difficult to identify through data collection. Charrettes are an effective wayto identify design challenges and opportunities, and study potential solutions. Final solutions tend to have support from the stakeholders because they have been engaged in the process. SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY City of Dublin EXISTING CORRIDOR CHARACTER Due to the variety of uses of Shier Rings Road, the existing conditions analysis required examination of physical characteristics, as well as public perception and policy considerations specific to the area. This section documents the existing conditions of the Shier Rings Road corridor study area, in terms of: 1. Perception: Using feedback from stakeholders obtained during the interviews and public open house sessions; 2. Physical Characteristics: Using mapping tools, aerial and site photography, field verification, and guidance from the City staff project team; and 3. Policy: Using recommendations and planning considerations from the previous planning studies (such as the West Innovation District and Dublin Community Plan) and zoning regulations applicable to the Shier Rings Road study area (including the Technology Flex zoning district). QUESTIONS "When you picture Shier Rings Road, what comes to mind ?" "What would make you feel like you are in the City of Dublin when traveling along Shier Rings Road ?" "What are the strengths of the Shier Rings Road corridor ?" Questions like these helped the project team learn from stakeholders about their perceptions of the opportunities and challenges facing the Shier Rings Road corridor. Stakeholders shared insights about the existing strengths and weaknesses of the Shier Rings Road corridor through a series of interviews and open house sessions. Stakeholders also shared ideas about what improvements to Shier Rings Road should look like in the future to maximize opportunities for this important roadway. tM1 nddloonnl NformaXoro mmm.nn orsu9ge #ions plpuuR sbisomoto Pr°sddesM1edesign teamed ZV rV PERCEPTIONS "The corridor feels older and has not kept up with surrounding development" "The combination of different land uses makes the corridorfeel disjointed." "It does not feel like Dublin when traveling along Shier Rings Road.The Dublin 'feel' includes pro- active planning fora consistent architectural and landscape style, bicycle paths, sidewalks, medians, curvilinear roads, and high quality landscape treatments." "The roundabout at the Shier Rings Road /Avery Road intersection has been discussed foryears, but there is no time -frame as to when it might be completed." AE.S%�57/cs - �5o�siGr� !/ Jvp. " Pknrenteux [nnlsoprooideenedeagneenm Wimndditionalmrmmnnn c../� � �� 2[ommentt orsuggptydny not 5lRFA RINGS ROAD addne,.: CORRIDOR CHARACTER .. .. STUDY 1 s 9 N9 ��lpf�EJ�S% i. e'2.uc'� 4F SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY o WHAT IS A CORRIDOR STUDY? Roadway corridor character studies are an examination of roadway design, adjacent land uses, open spaces and character elementsthattogetheri m pactthewaya road is experienced by bicyclists, pedestrians, and motorists. Recommendations include roadway alignments, number and width of travel lanes, turn lanes, and intersection treatments. Other considerations for the design of the public right -of -way include the provision of pedestrian and bicycle amenities such as sidewalks, multi -use paths, on- street bicycle lanes and marked W crosswalks. Roadway corridor character studies also iQ considerhowadjacentdevelopmentshould address the roadway in terms of building location, height, landscape, and access. W Development is controlled by zoning regulations. Corridor character studies are used to describe the desired character and provide graphic visualizations for specific sites. V f6 ^L i i Comment cords LM i Were collected from 0 the first U andsecond open house sessions. City of Dublin EXISTING CORRIDOR CHARACTER Due to the variety of uses of Shier Rings Road, the existing conditions analysis required examination of physical characteristics, as well as public perception and policy considerations specific to the area. This section documents the existing conditions of the Shier Rings Road corridor study area, in terms of: 1. Perception: Using feedback from stakeholders obtained during the interviews and public open house sessions; 2. Physical Characteristics: Using mapping tools, aerial and site photography, field verification, and guidance from the City staff project team; and 3. Policy: Using recommendations and planning considerations from the previous planning studies (such as the West Innovation District and Dublin Community Plan) and zoning regulations applicable to the Shier Rings Road study area (including the Technology Flex zoning district). QUESTIONS "When you picture Shier Rings Road, what comes to mind ?" "What would make you feel like you are in the City of Dublin when traveling along Shier Rings Road ?" "What are the strengths of the Shier Rings Road corridor ?" Questions like these helped the project team learn from stakeholders about their perceptions of the opportunities and challenges facing the Shier Rings Road corridor. Stakeholders shared insights about the existing strengths and weaknesses of the Shier Rings Road corridor through a series of interviews and open house sessions. Stakeholders also shared ideas about what improvements to Shier Rings Road should look like in the future to maximize opportunities for this important roadway. tM1 nddloonnl NformaXoro mmm.nn orsu9ge #ions plpuuR sbisomoto Pr°sddesM1edesign teamed ZV rV PERCEPTIONS "The corridor feels older and has not kept up with surrounding development" "The combination of different land uses makes the corridorfeel disjointed." "It does not feel like Dublin when traveling along Shier Rings Road.The Dublin 'feel' includes pro- active planning fora consistent architectural and landscape style, bicycle paths, sidewalks, medians, curvilinear roads, and high quality landscape treatments." "The roundabout at the Shier Rings Road /Avery Road intersection has been discussed foryears, but there is no time -frame as to when it might be completed." AE.S%�57/cs - �5o�siGr� !/ Jvp. " Pknrenteux [nnlsoprooideenedeagneenm Wimndditionalmrmmnnn c../� � �� 2[ommentt orsuggptydny not 5lRFA RINGS ROAD addne,.: CORRIDOR CHARACTER .. .. STUDY 1 s 9 N9 ��lpf�EJ�S% i. e'2.uc'� 4F SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY o W W i GJ V L U L O �i L 0 T WHOARE THE STAKEHOLDERS? STAKEHOLDER COMMENTS Please use this card to provide the design team with additional information, comments or suggestions. Stakeholders are the members of the community who live, work, do business or play in a study area. Due to the multitude of land uses our stakeholder community is very diverse. Our stakeholder group included: residents, church leaders, business owners, employees, Washington Township fire -staff and City staff. Stakeholder groups are a subset of the community members and are typically made up of leaders who can represent and speak for their particular user group. For this study, all community members were invited to meetings and asked to provide feedback and issue specific comments. CityotDublhi Comment cards were provided at each of the open house sessions. Stakeholders were asked to share their perceptions, classify characteristics and describe their understanding of policy. They were also asked to identify issues and opportunities that were important to them but may not have been addressed in the presentations or list of initiatives. Participants were asked to provide input on the improvements or initiatives they thought would have the biggest impact on the Shier Rings Road corridor. Seven improvements were listed with additional space (shown below right in italics). Participants were provided stickers and asked to identify the improvement(s) they thought would make the biggest impact on the corridor. These results helped identify the project priorities described later in this plan. STAKEHOLDER INTERVIEW QUESTIONS Describe the overall character of the Shier Rings Road corridor. What roadway characteristics make you feel like you are in the City of Dublin? In your opinion, are there any existing traffic, access or capacity issues with the Shier Rings Road? Within the study area, what would be the primary areasthat developers would be interested in? What should new amenities along Shier Rings Road resemble? W hat are the characteristics that should be included? Are there any issues with existing infrastructure (capacity, location, service, etc)? What are the strengths of the Shier Rings Road corridor? What are the major development constraints? Do you have any additional recommendations for this plan? ���� ImajNfain accrtss �rorn `�� rvesf f� -Ehe �lwrc�, 11 Tt��s rs Hof w -erely a c� v2t�iev�ce issue, 6�� a s� l glue. %bLe %ulld,11i N3 very mangy �Grvu�05 vrrll z /H�y 1�. f7or fie and orner eiicles d u�ovld h-e erl{t�al. at L' ha.VP tiefy ma'A eI le to1lio come from Plaivt 6cut - aAd _lkar pvll e l47y _,rn d.Ad rjJhf efvf l2�cQU�z �F a Med,QV, l5 C1�mhfduH�,✓t5 `P?w.c2c y,,%�zZPow,l��fisf V City of Dublin IMPROVEMENT OR INITIATIVES VOTES Roadway improvements, which could include wider lanes, additional lanes, roundabout intersections, medians, etc. Complete and connected bicycle and pedestrian facilities Additional landscaping and beautification Development of agriculture parcels between Avery Road and Eiterman Road Development of agriculture parcels between Eiterman and Cosgray Road Redevelopment of key properties around the Shier Rings Road -Avery Road intersection Redevelopment of key properties around the Shier Rings Road- Wilcox Road intersection Leave Shier Rings Road east of Avery to Emerald Parkway as is as it has no direct access to US 33 • SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY V_ a V R Y R s Y r .i O I WHAT IS THE COMMUNITY PLAN? The Community Plan lsthe key policy guide for decision making about Dublin's built and natural environments. The Community Plan test and associated maps contain detailed recommendations for fume development including the appropriate location and density or Intensity of residential and commercial a the location lotion and character of roads, the general location of parks, open space and pubuabwldings. The Community Plan Is a guide for Gry Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission as they asses the location, character, and extent of proposed public and private development In Dublin. The Plan is designed as a short, medium and long range guide for decision making The land Use Plan. Transportation Plan and Special Area Plans together form the foundation of the Community Plan. The Land Use Principles, Future Land Use Map and Land Use Classifications are Important components of the Land Use Plan, while the Thoroughfare Plan Is the primary policy tool within the Transportation Plan. The Special Area Plans provide a more in depth depiction of how the Land Use and Transportation Plans may be Implemented In key areas of the city that are expected to undergo significant change. These elements of the Plan serve to guide decision making regarding the appropriatenessof development proposals and the Infrastructure Improvements necessaryto supportfuture development. (atom l EXISTING ZONING DISTRICTS On the north side of Shier Rings Road, andwe4 otAVery Road the properties In the try of Dublin are zoned Innovation District FIX T ID 2.and ID4pand areall partof theWest Innovation District The West Innovation District complements the Technology Flex zoning district by serving as center for technology and research oriented uses and businesses. West of Avery Road, zoning districts and land uses are mudhmorediverse The south side ofthe roadway includes mixture of zoning districts Including'. Technology Flex, Community Commercial, Planned Commercial District and Planned Low Density Residential District . The east ball of the Shier Rings Road corridor Is zoned as a Technology Rex zoning district . This zoning type provides for a broad range of research, office, laboratory, and clean manufacturing uses. The distritwas designed to support light Industrial uses to accommodate the business In existence In the study area today and affect new businesses In modern Industrial applications such as prototyping, specialized assembly, and dean manufacturing. Development is designed to transition In salesoutbhom four or more stories along US 33 down to approximately two stories along Shier Rings Road, where In some areas, development will be located adjacent to existing residential neighborhoods. LEGEND MR =R4 _ fl2 Mres -flu -re-IP -W -CC -7 _BUR ®PlR 7T!Z Pi RURAL RESTRICTED SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL LIMITEDSUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL -2 SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL -3 SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL -4 URBAN RESIDENTIAL 12 SUBURBAN OFFICE &INSTITUTIONAL COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL TECH /FLEX OFFICE, LABORATORY, RESEARCH PUNNED LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL PUNNED COMMERCIAL DISTRICT �I PO NN ED UNIT DEVELOPMENT �ID-1 INNOVATION DISTRICT- I - RESEARCH OFFICE Mil INNOVATION DISTRICT -2- RESEARCH FLEX MIDZ INNOVATION DISTRICT -3- RESEARCH ASSEMBLY -ID4 INNOVATION DISTRICT - 4- MIXEDUSE =ID-5 INNOVATION DISTRICT -S - RECREATION u 0 a L f+ u L t u L O MID 'i L O M SPECIAL AREA PLANS In those areas of the City where substantial development and redevelopment activity is likely, special area plans provide a frameworkto guide development in a way that fosters a sense of place and establishes community identity. The plans provide graphic representations of potential development areas and may include illustrative configurations for new streets, buildings, parking, open space and circulation. They are accompanied by descriptive text that explains existing site characteristics, planning challenges, design considerations, and planning goals. These plans are to be used as a guide for site planning concepts, and should not be interpreted or applied literally. The actual mix of land uses, locations and configurations of buildings, parking areas, thoroughfares and access points will be determined on a case -by -case basis through development impact studies and the development review process. In some cases, existing land uses and structures are not included in the future land use concepts. However, existing uses and underlying zoning will continue to be respected for all properties. In the event that circumstances change in the future, these plans are intended to provide clear direction to City staff and decision - makers so that development and redevelopment may occur in a well - planned and cohesive manner. The level of detail provided for each special planning area depends on a number of factors, including: its location within the City's overall land use planning area and its relationship to other areas of the City; its geographic scale and existing land ownership patterns; the degree to which the area is already developed and /or is expected to redevelop; and the complexity of planning, transportation, or economic development issues relevant to the area. CityoFDublui WEST INNOVATION DISTRICT AREA PLAN The West Innovation District is a business neighborhood identified as a critical component of Dublin's business core. Located at the west end of the SR 161 corridor along U.S. 33, the West Innovation District is Dublin's targeted area for future technology - related development. The district includes over 1,100 acres of largely undeveloped land that provides opportunity for future growth anchored by the new Ohio University Dublin Campus, which opened in 2014. Key elements include: • Defined future development patterns and character; • Programmed future infrastructure extensions; and • A framework plan for development- ready zoning. The West Innovation District Area Plan was developed through public input spanning many years. In 2011, City Council adopted the Economic Advancement Zone (EAZ) Plan. Following the adoption of the EAZ Plan, City Council adopted new zoning regulations designed to implement critical elements of the plan related to land use, development character, and landscaping. As part of the 2013 Community Plan amendment, the EAZ plan was integrated into the Community Plan, and was renamed as the West Innovation District Plan. In the fall of 2015, the City of Dublin initiated another planning study forthe West Innovation District to align with Ohio University's campus master planning, which is running concurrently, and to better reflect current market and development conditions. This study is expected to be completed by the end of 2016, with implementation of recommendations expected in early 2017. The Shier Rings Roadway Corridor runs through the southernmost portion of the West Innovation District planning area. AVERY ROAD AREA PLAN The Avery Road corridor stretches from the U.S. 33 interchange at Avery-Mu irfield Driveto Dublin's southern boundary, providing a connection from community - scale retail areas north of U.S. 33 to Columbus and Hilliard to the south. The area includes an assortment of residential and light industrial structures annexed into the city during the 1990s and rezoned in 2011 to the Innovation District and Technology Flex zoning districts. As a major north -south route transportation issues define the Avery Road corridor. Landscape treatments and roadway design, in conjunction with road widening projects, will provide a cohesive visual character for the corridor. Necessary right -of -way expansions to accommodate these improvements will continue to generate land use and access management challenges with respect to existing residential and commercial properties. Future interchange improvements at U.S. 33 will have a significant impact on industrial uses near Shier Rings Road; however, the timing and design of these improvements is uncertain. Establishing gateways for the West Innovation District and Shier Rings TechFlex District, encouraging appropriate technology -based office and industrial research uses, and retrofitting existing industrial uses to better fit with the overall context of the area will be important. The northern half of the Avery Road Area Plan, centered around the intersection of Shier Rings Road and Avery Road, is directly related to the Shier Rings Roadway Corridor Character Study. The need to address access and transportation challenges and establish a gateway at this prominent intersection, remain key issues. SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY BUSINESS DISTRICTS Seven business districts have been identified to guide development along the interstate corridors, which contain a mix of public and privately -owned land, retail, services and office uses. The City has made a significant investment in civil and technological infrastructure to attract to attract high quality commercial development including extensive installation of fiberoptic systems. Astrong U residential community inter - connected by award winning parks and paths surrounds 0 and balancesthe commercial development i2 corridors. L u ra ra s U LM 0 MID �i i 0 M City of Dublin WEST INNOVATION DISTRICT Dublin's West Innovation District is the showcase business community for forward- thinking companies that desire high -tech office space, clean manufacturing facilities and related supporting purposes. Freeway visibility and access, open spaces and a unique mix of contemporary architecture and natural landscapes make this business districts the ideal setting for modern enterprise campuses. Ohio University has established a campus in the West Innovation District and is collaborating with local collegesto build a higher education hub. SHIER RINGS TECH /FLEX DISTRICT The TechFlex zoning district was created in 2011 to update Dublin's industrial development standards while providing additional flexibility in land use, thereby providing additional opportunities in the City's job producing areas. This business districts includes over a mile of highwayfrontage along US Route 33. Businesses i n the Shier RingsTech Flex District have easy access to US Route 33, State Route 161 and Interstate 270. Ideal for small to medium -sized companies, this business district caters to any organization that desires to have their headquarters oroffices immediately adjacent to modern industrial applications such as prototyping, specialized assembly, orclean manufacturing. EMERALD CORPORATE DISTRICT The Emerald Corporate District consists of class -A office space and corporate headquarters. Highly visible from 1 -270, this business neighborhood has a high profile setting with easy access to the interstates as well as Dublin's downtown core. A small portion of the Shier Rings Roadway Corridor study area overlaps into this business district at the east end of the corridor. LEGEND - - -• study area outline Business Neighborhood - Blazer Research District - Perimeter Commerce District - Emerald Corporate District - Shier Rings TechFlex District - Metro Office District - West Innovation District SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRI DO R CHARACTER STUDY 10 H N C Q d V N A L V O M 0 V CHARACTER DESCRIPTION The filer Rings Road corridor Is primarily a rural roadway consisting of two travel Ved wttb a gravel shoulder on each side. s egetated swalesbandlestomewatermo- off Shared use paths and sidewalks are presentalong portions of the corridor Thewest terminus of the ShAraingsaoaa nrtiaonsatme intersemon with Thsgray Road Between Cosgray and Ettemran Roaas,me road hastwo laneswtth no am and gutter, with aright -of way of about 45 55 feat, Increasing up to BO leer with pedesna n facilities at Etterman Road. Between Ettemran Road and Avery Road, the right - ofwayvaries between about 751 oo feet with a shared use path on the south side of the mad where roadway Improvements have been mace In n with new development along [hesoum side of Shier Rings Road. The Avery Road intersection Is the most significant intersection in the study area All legs of the intersection include at least lane with pedestrian facilities on one turn othsisides of Avery Road, but none on Shier Rings Road. Between Avery and Wilcox Roads, Shier Rings Road Is primarily two without um and gutter and limited pedestrian (sallies. The rids terminus he me inlet Rin EXISTING DEVELOPMENT Boards development along Shier Rings Road wnec The Shier Rings Road corridor transitions to a The study area east of Avery Road Includes a greatly in and use and character . Most buildings are 2combination f agricultural, institutional, and 4 mixture of light industrial manufacturing, and one to stones although building materials and residential uses west of Avery Road. Th e Dublin Ory office uses. This area began developing in me easy sstbetia character changes arzmatlalyfrom School District transportation facility and the Ory 19e0s and Is characterized by one -story brick and one end ofhe bouncing the other . of Dublin a Service Center and Bear Maintenance sonry buildings. Larger uses, including American complexes are all on the south side of the road The Electric 9owet Hdala USA, LabCnry, the City of Rallanoae neighborhood, which contains mix of Stairs aeoelopmnt ffices and Smttns Medial are single and clustered condominium homes, located West of Emerald Parkway, along with smaller winds around the Golf Club of Dublin . 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Three Inge undeveloped businesses, aria M1 M1 austral The o us interstate Highly rs ate2]o,meaensty o( wihp a n facilities when the Emerald 'Sh n mw mated at me west southwest of the t includes development b e be Parkway intersection was Improved. end of Dad corn aormesmer RingsROaammao[ blin Spry of h currently noose Dublin Systemlaingsmatm auuamg Systems Iq{xalnurLn V_f �Vf Q L Q) V L LM L 0 L L 0 V WHAT IS "SWOT"ANALYSIS? A "SWOT" analysis is used to measure the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats of a project. Conducting a SWOT analysis helps identify key project issues and opportunities. The consultant team conducted a SWOT analysis for the Shier Rings Road corridorwith stakeholders and the City's staff. Strengths measure existing characteristics that give the Shier Rings Road corridor an advantage over other locations. Weaknesses are existing conditions & perceptions that could inhibit development. Opportunities are ideas & enhancements that could transform the Shier Rings Road corridor in an advantageous manner. Threats are external elements or perceptions that could present problems for growth and development. Cityof Dublin STRENGTHS "Property owners have good relationships with one another and with the City" • "The community takes pride in this area" "There is good access to the freeway for truck y traffic" V y• "The industrial character is appropriate to this part of the city" • The area is ideal for corporate offices and facilities" i Gl OPPORTUNITIES "A wider road with a center left -turn lane would help Shier Rings Road feel more'Dublinized"' • "Emerald Parkway is a good example of a 'Dublinized'roadway, and Shier Rings Road should feel more like that" Gl V • "More manicured landscaping should be provided Nto enhance the appearance of the roadway" • "Complete bicycle and pedestrian facilities should be available" is i • "The zoning regulations have vague architectural 4) guidelines. Additional clarity would make the X development process easier" W WEAKNESSES • "The land uses feel disjointed and are sometimes incompatible" • "The more serious traffic concerns are west of Avery Road" "The existing character may deter new tenants and developers from choosing to develop in this part of Dublin" "There are cheaper rents outside of the Shier Rings Road corridor and outside of city limits" "There are more cost effective places to develop" "Some owners of larger parcels of land are sitting on property and are not pursuing development opportunities" "Some of the City's zoning regulations limit development potential of key sites, such as tree preservation and replacement, and landscaping requirements. THREATS "Certain businesses are not likely to locate in the study area because it is not primed for manufacturing. There are better spaces elsewhere in the city" "New higher density, commercial and industrial development on the north side of Shier Rings Road is concerning to existing residents on the south side of Shier Rings Road, east of Cosgray Road" "The intersection of Shier Rings Road and Avery Road is congested at times due to school bus traffic and high volumes of left- turning movements" "The intersection of Shier Rings Road and Wilcox Road is slightly offset and creates some challenges for motorists turning onto Shier Rings Road" 'New medians and roundabout intersection improvements will make access to existing development challenging" CONCLUSIONS There was general agreement among all stakeholders that the Shier Rings Roadway Corridor feels disjointed and rural in character, as opposed to the more formal, manicured appearance visible along Emerald Parkway. Similarly, only portions of Shier Rings Road have been improved to City street design standards including pedestrian and bicycle facilities and curb and gutter treatments - such as at the intersection with Emerald Parkway. There were mixed feelings about the appropriateness of bicycle and pedestrian facilities. Those in favor of bicycle lanes and shared use paths thought they contribute to a positive, "Dublin-like" character and identified that there are already cyclists and pedestrians using the road that need more complete and safer facilities. Others stated that this area (particularly east of Avery Road) is primarily industrial in character and roadway accommodations for trucks and larger vehicles should be prioritize. The stakeholder interviews indicate that the Shier Rings Road corridor must be characterized by the following: 1. A clear transition between land uses; 2. A balance of development aesthetics that transitions in character and scale between existing residential neighborhoods and new and existing commercial development; 3. More manicured landscaping to provide character as well as buffer existing residential development from commercial and industrial uses; 4. Access appropriate to the predominant land use character in each portion of the road corridor; and 5. Roadway sections that include the pedestrian and bicycle facilities, tree lawns, curb and gutter that are consistent with Dublin's most prominent commercial roadways such as Emerald Parkway and Avery - Muirfield Drive. The consultant and City staff project team appreciated the thoughtful feedback shared by stakeholders who took the time to attend interviews and public open house sessions.These comments were used to formulate the final plan recommendations. SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY iz THOROUGHFARE PLAN The Thoroughfare Plan, adopted by City Council as a component of the Dublin Community Plan, is composed of two elements: 1. A map showing existing and planned roads by functional classification and right -of -way width; and 2. Atable that describes each roadway and its planned improvements, including number of travel lanes. The roadway network shown in the Thoroughfare Plan map identifies the number of lanes needed to accommodate year 2035 development in Dublin. The Thoroughfare Plan includes several recommendations for the Shier Rings Roadway Corridor that will require improvements and changes from today's existing conditions.The most significant change includes the realignment of Shier Rings Road north into the West Innovation District, just west of the intersection with Eiterman Road. In conjunction withthe realignment, Shier Rings Road is recommended to be widened from � ... .. . . .... ... I .... SHIER RINGS REALIGNMENT ~y'•• I� I I I 70 •jam. w+'•r•..... - 1 I I a6 60 two lanes to four, with a center median and turn lanes ROADWAY CLASSIFICATIONS to accommodate increased vehicular traffic resulting Major Arterials from new development in the West Innovation District. Major arterials serve the major activity Accordingly, Shier Rings Road west of the realignment centers, the highest traffic volume N corridors. This type of facility provides •N service for significant intra -area travel Park will remain a destination for those traveling on (such as between central business districts Shier Rings Road. and outlying residential areas), travel (a between major inner -city communities, Over the long term, the Thoroughfare Plan shows an and commutes between major suburban Q centers. Frequently, the major arterial development increases in the West Innovation District system carries bus routes. Service to area, additional connections through the city may be abutting land is subordinate to travel warranted, and direct access from Shier Rings Road to service. L expansion will depend on development pressure and # ## Planned Right -of -way Width (Feet) traffic demand, which the City continuously monitors. Minor Arterials V Minor arterials interconnect with and Final alignments and ROW widths will be determined augment the major arterial system. This L type of facility will accommodate trips of (� moderate length at a somewhat lower level S of mobilitythan major arterials.This system U places more emphasis on land access and may carry local bus routes, but ideally does L not penetrate identifiable neighborhoods. 0 Collector Streets •i Collector streets provide both access to L property and traffic circulation within O residential neighborhoods and commercial U or industrial areas. This system collects traffic from local streets, accessing the residential neighborhoods, and disperses it to the arterial system. The collector street system may also carry local bus routes. N •X Local Streets 70 Local streets comprise all facilities not W found in one of the higher systems. These primarily facilitate direct access to abutting land and connect to the higher order systems. They offer the lowest level of mobility and usually contain no commuter bus routes. Service to through - traffic movement usually is deliberately d iscou raged. CityofDublin THOROUGHFARE PLAN The Thoroughfare Plan, adopted by City Council as a component of the Dublin Community Plan, is composed of two elements: 1. A map showing existing and planned roads by functional classification and right -of -way width; and 2. Atable that describes each roadway and its planned improvements, including number of travel lanes. The roadway network shown in the Thoroughfare Plan map identifies the number of lanes needed to accommodate year 2035 development in Dublin. The Thoroughfare Plan includes several recommendations for the Shier Rings Roadway Corridor that will require improvements and changes from today's existing conditions.The most significant change includes the realignment of Shier Rings Road north into the West Innovation District, just west of the intersection with Eiterman Road. In conjunction withthe realignment, Shier Rings Road is recommended to be widened from � ... .. . . .... ... I .... SHIER RINGS REALIGNMENT ~y'•• I� I I I 70 •jam. w+'•r•..... - 1 I I a6 60 two lanes to four, with a center median and turn lanes ` to accommodate increased vehicular traffic resulting FUNCTIONAL ROADWAY CLASSIFICATION from new development in the West Innovation District. Existing Future Accordingly, Shier Rings Road west of the realignment 37 to Cosgray Road will be ed- emphasized to maintain the - - - - -- Freeway existing residential character, although Darree Fields MajorArterial Park will remain a destination for those traveling on Shier Rings Road. - - - - -- MinorArterial Collector Over the long term, the Thoroughfare Plan shows an —— Local extension of Shier Rings Road west of Cosgray Road. As development increases in the West Innovation District area, additional connections through the city may be • Planned Interchange Improvement warranted, and direct access from Shier Rings Road to Houchard Road may be necessary. The timeline for this expansion will depend on development pressure and # ## Planned Right -of -way Width (Feet) traffic demand, which the City continuously monitors. ,Q�vrr Change in Right -of -Way Final alignments and ROW widths will be determined through the planning & enginnering studies for the t planned Variable -Width Median throughfa re plan, business districts and area plans. (Additional Right-of -Way as Necessary) O ` Periinet`e'/' Or 37 CD 60 ---4 60 ,Q�vrr () a a 33 u � � r— `I rJ 70 70 Shier -Rings Rd / 'IUU I� _l I1 P SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY VEHICLES PER DAY For comparison, the following are estimated 2013 traffic volumes for other major roadways in Dublin: VPD: Vehicle per Day Emerald Parkway: 10,000 to 19,000 VPD M Avery- Muifield Drive: 36,000 VPD •N (north of US 33) of a West Innovation District study. The section of Shier Avery Road: 10,000 VPD _ (south of Shier Rings Road) (� Cosg ray Road: 5,000 VPD In all cases, theThoroughfare Plan anticipatesthiscorridor Riverside Drive: 15,000 to 22,000 VPD Q Frantz Road: 13,000 to 19,OOOVPD and number of lanes is intended to address the increase Perimeter Drive: 9,000 VPD in vehicles. As new development is built, traffic impacts Brand Road: 4,000 to 8,000 VPD L V L U LM O �i i O T TRAFFIC The portion of the Shier Rings Road with the highest the ; realignment will be dependant on the outcome volume of traffic is between Eiterman Road and Avery of a West Innovation District study. The section of Shier Road. The current dailytraffic is about 6,000 vehicles per Rings Road east of Cosgray Road will likely remain under day (VPD) and is projected to grow to more than 20,000 10,000 VPD well into the future. How much traffic is carried on Shier Rings Road VPD over the next two decades as the West Innovation In all cases, theThoroughfare Plan anticipatesthiscorridor today, andhowmuch trafficshould be expected District builds out. wide increase in traffic, and the increased right -of -way in the future as the Corridor develops? East of Avery Road, the current dailytraffic is about 4,000 and number of lanes is intended to address the increase VPD, and is projected to grow to about 15,000. VPD in vehicles. As new development is built, traffic impacts At the west end of the corridor, traffic volumes are the will be assessed and each will be required to dedicate lowest. With the proposed realignment of Shier Rings truct new ranticay Road, much of the commercial traffic would move to appropriate to accommodate anticipated increase in vehicles pe day. SHIER RINGS 19 iinet`0r REALIGNMENT 33 0 ROW 60 PIR P 60 ; 8 1 - -- —_ —_ -- 33 i ^- -- 70'ROW F 80 ROW i 'i 70'ROW PROPOSED "'PROPOSED, S 110 •., 100'ROW d PROPOSED 1 — "'^60'ROW PROPOSED 1 a PROPOSED '�'`.... Shier- 70 y ^. `in9sRd 1 .— o� g0 -. a FIN 1. Cosgray Road to Eiterman Road 2 2 50 ft. 60 ft. 2. "Rea ligned "Shier Rings Road west of Eiterman Road, north toward Post Road 3. Eiterman Road to Avery Road 4. Avery Road to Emerald Parkway 4 - - 100 ft. (with median) 4 2 75 ft. 100 f. (with median) 2 2 70 ft. 70 ft. tyui SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRI DO R CHARACTER STUDY 14 Ci oFDubl N .N Q L Q) V f6 i U L O �i i 0 T ROADWAY CHARACTER The Community Plan identifies the roadway character of major thoroughfares throughout Dublin. These designations assist in the preservation of existing character and guide future development and the long -term improvement of Dublin's roadways. Roadway corridor character studies include an examination of roadway design, adjacent land uses, open spaces, and other character elements that together impact the way a road is experienced by bicyclists, pedestrians, and motorists. Recommendations often include roadway alignments, number and width of travel lanes, turn lanes, and intersection treatments. Other considerations for the design of the public right -of -way include the provision of pedestrian and bicycle amenities such as sidewalks, multi -use paths, on- street bike lanes, and marked crosswalks. CityoFDublhi The Roadway Character designation for Shier Rings Road is 'Traditional Dublin Character' The roadway character elements include: • Street Design; • ROW Setbacks; • Landscape treatments; • Bike & Pedestrian Facilities Each character element is defined by specific design details as described on this page. Traditional Dublin Character: Emerald Parkway STREET DESIGN • Primarily curb and gutter design, but may include swales and berms at existing developments; Roundabouts at significant intersections; Landscaped medians. LANDSCAPES • New developments will be required to provide well maintained landscape treatments, whether naturalized or manicured; Ponds and water features with maintained and /or hardscaped edges. Landscape within the ROW may be naturalized while being maintained to City standards and may incorporate berms or swales as appropriate to the road section and adjacent site. RIGHT -OF -WAY SETBACKS 100 foot setbacks or equivalent will allow for landscape and mobility facilities and compliment the adjacent developments. BICYCLE &PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES • Paths for pedestrians and cyclistswill be parallel to the road. Paths may deviate to incorporate berms or swales as appropriate to the road section and adjacent site. SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY N .N Q i Q) V i s U i O •i i T AESTHETICS Existing natural features and proposed improvements per City standards, existing historic structures, industrial architectural styles and the bicycle and pedestrian facilities all contribute to the character of the corridor. Natural features, architecture and the aesthetic treatment of the public Right -of -Way will provide a unifying element to the corridor. The architectural elements provide identity to the various sections of the corridor. City of Dublin LANDSCAPE Shier Rings Road retains much of its rural and agricultural character, with mature tree stands and under -story vegetation framing undeveloped agricultural land and larger development sites. The tree stands are often set back from the road and provide a thick visual buffer between the roadway and adjacent development. Some of the more heavily wooded areas along Shier Rings Road have been seamlessly incorporated into existing development sites. Where tree stands exist on undeveloped land, thoughtful site design will be necessary to preserve as many trees as possible while maximizing opportunities for development. Street trees have been planted adjacent to properties that have developed more recently, and /or as part of the City's intersection improvements. While these plantings are still young in most locations, they are placed at regular intervals and will establish a significant visual "edge'to the roadway as the trees mature. ARCHITECTURE Existing development along Shier Rings Road varies greatly in land use and character. Most bu ildings are one - to two - stories; building materials and overall aesthetic character changes from one end of the corridor to the other. Two historic structures are located within the Shier Rings Roadway Corridor: 1. Carl Shier Barn and Chicken House, 7026 Shier Rings Road. Barn listed on the Ohio Historic Inventory. 2. Louis Rings Farm, 6665 Shier Rings Road, built ca. 1860. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the Ohio Historic Inventory. The study area east of Avery Road includes a mixture of light industrial, manufacturing, and office uses.This area began developing in the early 1980s and is characterized by one -story brickand masonry buildings. Larger uses along with smaller office and light industrial uses are located west of Emerald Parkway. BICYCLE & PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES The bicycle and pedestrian system along Shier Rings Road is fragmented. Paths generally exist where new development has occurred and adjacentto infrastructure improvements. The most significant "gaps'in the system are adjacent to undeveloped land where the facilities will be provided throughthe course of development, and wherefuture intersection improvements are anticipated Where provided, five -foot concrete sidewalks exist along the north side of the road at the Emerald Parkway and Eiterman Road intersections. Eight - footwide asphalt shred use pathsare located along portions of the south side of Shier Rings Road, including the intersections with Emerald Parkway and Eiterman Road, and adjacent the Ballantrae neighborhood and the public facilities west of Avery Road. SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY 16 V 0 a N 0 0 E 0 0 POLICY CONSIDERATIONS The planning and development policies contained in previous planning efforts are a key part of the Shier Rings Roadway Corridor existing conditions analysis, and the final recommendations rely heavily on the assumptions and recommendations addressed through these prior plans and studies. Priortothis planning study, the Shier Rings Road corridor and the adjacent properties had been included in a variety of planning processes, all of which included extensive public engagement; During these previous studies, recommendations were developed with respectto land use,zoning, transportation, and site specific design requirements. The recommendations were adopted by the Cityof Dublin as part of the Zoning Code (Zoning Code Section 153) and the Dublin Community Plan in 2013. Information contained in thefollowing plansguide land use, development and the City's decisions regarding infrastructure improvements. Future Land Use Map West Innovation District Area Plan Shier Rings Tech /Flex Zoning District Avery Road Area Plan Thoroughfare Plan Roadway Character Map The Bikeway Plan Recommendations in this study will defer to business neighborhood district, area and the thoroughfare plan. FUTURE LAND USE MAP The Future Land Use Map classifies all parcels within the planning area for the Dublin Community Plan with a recommended land use, each shown with a different color. In some cases the recommended future land use is the same as the existing land use. The map includes properties that are currently in unincorporated Washington Township, but may annex into the city when the properties develop. SHIER RINGS CORRIDOR FUTURE With respect to the Shier Rings Roadway Corridor, the Future Land Use Plan is intended to ensure the creation of places with integrated land uses that contribute to the city's overall vitality. The Future Land Use Plan shows a transition from rural /agricultural uses to a mix of predominantly non - residential employment uses that include office, research, development, and components of light industrial uses, contained within the "Flex Office/ Research and Development" land use classification. Research anddevelopment usesincludea mixof research facilitates, corporate offices, clean manufacturing and support services in a coordinated and high quality, aesthetic environment. Similar uses can range from incubator facilities for start -ups and growing tech/ The Future Land Use Map is supported by Land Use Classifications, which explain the general character of each land use type. This plan is not intended to place existing uses in a situation where their value or the quality of life of residents is adversely affected. Rather, the intent is to demonstrate to potential purchasers or developers the City's long range view of how particular properties should be developed. ..f I I a LEGEND �a n Suburban/Rural Residential - Suburban Residential Low Density research com pa nies to established research corporations. Campus setting with coordinated buildings and pedestrian environments are strongly encouraged. Transitional uses, including Mixed Residential, Rural Transition, Mixed Residential Low Density at the west end of the corridor, and Neighborhood Office /Institutional are intended to support the predominantly commercial uses targeted forthis part of the city. Other Future Land Use classifications applied to properties in the Shier Rings Roadway Corridor include Civic /Public Assembly and Residential Medium Density, reflecting existing conditions. Suburban Residential Medium Density Mixed Residential Rural Transition Mixed Residential Law Density Mixed Residential Medium Density - Mixed Residential High Density Neighborhood Officeflnstitutional Standard Off ices nstitub anal _ Premium Office/institutional - Flex Office /Research & Development _ General Commercial - Mixed Use Neighborhood Center - Mixed Use Village Center -mixed Use Urban Care _ Civic/Public Assembly - Parks/Open space SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY CityoFDublui C .N 0 N 0 0 V .N 0 RECOMMENDATION OVERVIEW Roadway character is the visual experience created by the Design of the roadway infrastructure and architecture and landscape for the surrounding development. The Shier Rings Road corridor currently displays an eclectic mix of development character, owing to the different land uses and time periods in which properties were developed, in addition to piecemeal roadway infrastructure improvements. The design recommendations in this section are intended to provide for a cohesive design character along the entire roadway while recognizing and accommodating the diverse land uses that use this roadway corridor on a daily basis. This is accomplished through recommendations specific to the roadway corridor, the public realm in and around the roadway, and recommendations for site improvements on properties as they develop or redevelop. The vision for a unified Shier Rings Road corridorwas articulated bythe community through this and prior planning efforts, as well as an understanding of existing conditions and forethought given to future development opportunities by City staff. In addition to feedback from the community, the foundations for the roadway character recommendations are based on the Traditional Dublin Character roadway character designation, described on page 15. The roadway character elements are complemented by the zoning regulations as applied by zoning designation. City of Dublin ZONING The study area consist of three neighborhood business districts and residential communities and a variety of zoning types. The Emerald Corridor District: • TF: Technology Flex The Shier Rings Tech /Flex District: • TF: Technology Flex • ID -1: Research Office District • CC: Community Commercial District • SO: Suburban Office and Institutional District • NC: Neighborhood Commercial District • PUD: Planned Unit Development District West Innovation District: • TF: Technology Flex • ID -1: Research Office District • ID -2: Research Flex District • ID -3: Research Assembly District • ID-4: Research Mixed Use District • ID -5: Research Recreation District Non - business Neighborhoods: • PCD: Planned Unit Development District - residential • PLR: Planned Low Density Residential District The Zoning Code for Dublin is Chapter 153 of the Dublin Code of Ordinances. The Zoning Code sets land development requirements and establishes different uses within individual districts. Zoning regulations addressthe physical development of site. The complete Dublin City Code is available on -line at the City'swebsite. ARCHITECTURE The architectural styles along the Shier Rings Road Corridor and within the study area can best be described as eclectic, from historic farm houses to single story offices and industrial warehouses to the contemporary Washington Township Fire Station. Uses vary as greatly as the styles and include residential, office, industrial with most buildings housing both office and industrial spaces. rn��P�M`19i %4 Architectural style should reflectthe proposed usetypes through a simple contemporary design. Buildings or sites with multiple use types sho u Id present a pedestrian scale building facade facing Shier Rings Road with larger scale uses and access on the side or rear facades. Local examples of contemporary industrial architecture: New developments should avoid blank facades along the corridor. The architectural styles for the residential districts are guided by the planned development text and zoning regulations. LANDSCAPE While architecture is critical to establishing the overall character of the built environment, the setting in which buildings and public improvements are sited equally contribute to the first impression of an area. Street trees should be planted at regular intervals within a generous tree lawn (typically a minimum of six feet wide) to provide visual continuity along the Shier Rings Road corridor. Street tree species should be selected based on mature height and spread as well as general habit, due to potential conflicts with overhead utility I i nes (until the I i nes are buried). Street tree selections shall be made from the preferred tree list which can be sourced from the City Forester. 2. Whether formal or natural, landscapes should be designed to complement the architecture, screen unwanted views and be easily maintained. Preserving existing wooded areas is preferred to extensive unused lawn areas. Plant selection should consist of native and adaptive native plant species. Invasive species are not permitted per City horticultural standards. 3. Open space amenities should be provided where possible to allow employees to engage with the outdoors. Examples include patio, tables and chairs, recycle & waste bins, bike storage, paths on site and connections to the City sidewalks and paths. 4. Sustainable site details should be implemented where ever possible, such as pervious pavements, rain barrels, green roofs or solar panels. City staff can provide guidance to design professionals during the site development process. SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRI DO R CHARACTER STUDY 18 C .N Q) 0 N 0 Q) E E O V 0 ACCESS MANAGEMENT Access management involves coordinating and balancing the need to provide appropriate access to individual sites with the needs of the regional transportation network. Goals for access management include: ensuring safety, preserving function and mobility, and managing existing and future access in a regular and consistent manner. Successful access management strategies require careful planning and anticipation of future development needs. Well - designed access systems can contribute to community character, advance economic development goals, and protect the City's investment in local roads.This plan's access management strategies, described below, will create a safe, efficient, and more visually appealing transportation corridor along Shier Rings Road. 1. Primary accessto new development sites should come from a system of internal collector roads, with consolidated access points to Shier Rings Road. 2. Roundabouts and signalized intersections when warranted (with sufficiently high traffic counts and new development) will be targeted where new internal roadway systems intersect with Shier Rings Road. 3. Direct driveway access, should be coordinated with the City of Dublin's Engineering Department. Driveways shall be properly spaced from intersections to avoid impairing intersection function. 4. A center median on segments of Shier Rings Road between Avery Road and the future realignment of Shier Rings Road will assist with managing turning movements in an aesthetic manner. Median breaks, where appropriate, will allow for left turns to and from specific sites. GATEWAYS The City engaged in a wayfinding and gateway visioning study in 2015. The result of the study was the design of a wayfinding system and identification of gateway locations where infrastructure and signage would enhance Dublin's identity for residents, businesses and visitors. The process followed the following phases: VISIONING + STRATEGY • Identify enhancement opportunities (current + future) • Define a structure for connection (kit of parts) • Develop a signature regional identity GATEWAY PROGRAM GOALS • CREATE a signature regional identity establishing Dublin as a workof art • CONNECT visitors from Highway to Hallway • ENHANCE the visitor experience by creating a unique sense of place. As growth and development continue along Shier Rings Road Corridor, specific intersections may be identified to receive additional gateway improvements. Specific design recommendations will be made to City Council and incorporated into Capital Improvement Plan improvements on a project by project basis. r © wATPIHBIHB ARCHITECTURE PUBLIC ART C E LANDSCAPE \ , 0 STREETS PUBLIC SPACE INTERSECTION TREATMENTS Most conflicts occur at intersections where motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists cross paths. Proper intersection design makes it easy for users of all modes of transportation to safely proceed. A combination of roundabouts and signalized intersections will be implemented at various intersections through the Shier Rings Road corridor where warranted. There is an existing roundabout at the intersections of Shier Rings Road with Cosgray Road, traffic testing has been competed forthe Shier Rings Road / Avery Road intersection. Roundabouts will be analyzed at the remaining intersections; however, the best, most appropriate form of traffic control will selected for each intersection. The final design of each roundabout will vary; however, each will provide appropriate pedestrian and bicycle facilities. Other intersections with Shier Rings Road are likely to be controlled either by two -way stop sign, with the potential for future signals when warranted, or limited to right in, right out by the installation of a central median. Actual intersection designs will be determined with the City and with property owners as properties are developed and /or when roadway improvements are made. 3. Signs in the public realm will be per established City Standards; Private signs will conform to the City Sign Code. BICYCLE & PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES The City of Dublin's 2010 Bicycle Advisory Task Force studied the Shier Rings Road corridor in the context of the City's overall bicycle network and a series of recommendations were incorporated into the City's Bikeway Master Plan within the Dublin Community Plan. In addition to shared use path connections, the Task Force recommended that Shier Rings Road include a dedicated on- street bicycle lane. See Street sections on pages 21 -23. The following design guidelines include the Bicycle Advisory Task Force's recommendations. 1. Five -foot wide bicycle lanes are recommended on Shier Rings Road between Emerald Parkway and the future northward realignment of Shier Rings Road to provide a direct east -west connection for bicyclists in this area. 2. Eight -foot wide shared -use pathsexistalong portions of the Shier Rings Road corridor.The shared -use path system should be completed for the full extent of Shier Rings Road Corridor. The shared use paths will be implemented on the south side of the roadwayto complement the sidewalkon the north side. 3. A five foot sidewalks or similar pedestrian facility should be provided onthe north side of the roadway, for the full extent of the Shier Rings Road corridorto complement the shared use paths provided on the south side. SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRI DO R CHARACTER STUDY 19 CityoFDubluT RIGHT -OF -WAY IMPLEMENTATION AEP site: Looking west along Shier Rings Road, west of Emerald Parkway Dublin Service Center site: west ofAvery Road Looking west along Shier Rings Road Eiterman Road: looking west along Shier Rings Road towards the future roundabout Implemented streetscape elements include: Turning lane Curb & gutter Sidewalk Multi -use path Street trees. Implemented streetscape elements include: • Revised striped median • Curb &gutter • Multi -use path • Landscape berm • Street trees To be completed: • Sidewalk Implemented streetscape elements include: • Sidewalkat intersection To be completed: • Roundabout • Curb and gutter • Sidewalkalong street • Multi -use path • Landscape • Street trees SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRI DO R CHARACTER STUDY 20 As sites develop along the Shier Rings Road Corridor, the right -of -way infrastructure elements will be implemented. The examples, on this page, show previously existing conditions and the transformation as streetscape and infrastructure elements ai have been built. The right -of -way section 'N width along the Shier Rings Road corridor will be implemented according to the Thoroughfare Plan, as detailed in the chart 0 on page 14. Sections on the following page demonstrate the proposed width and character elements. V1 WHATISARIGHT -OF -WAY? The right -of -way is the portion of land O between the property lines of a street, parkway, alley or easement dedicated 4=0 for use by the public. Typically the right- of-way parallels the road alignment but widths may vary to accommodate additional infrastructure such as medians or intersections. LLLmedians, The right -of -way can include travel lanes, parking lanes, curb and gutter or shoulder, pedestrian and bicycle facilities, tree lawns. Public and private utilities may O be located within the right -of -way. V The center of the roadway is often (but not always) at the center of the right -of -way. Rights -of -way typically range between 50 and 100 feet for most city roads, although major collector and arterial roadways may ai require up to 150 feet (Avery - Muirfield Drive) or 160 feet (Sawmill Road). Refer to 'N page 14 for existing and future right-of- way dimensions for the Shier Rings Road corridor. 0 The right -of -way design can have a significant impact on the look and feel of a roadway. Individual elements, such medians or bicycle facilities, have an impact on the roadway character and the way a road is experienced. Roadway corridor character studies examine the relationship between the public right -of- way and adjacent development on private properties. Cityoi'Dublui AEP site: Looking west along Shier Rings Road, west of Emerald Parkway Dublin Service Center site: west ofAvery Road Looking west along Shier Rings Road Eiterman Road: looking west along Shier Rings Road towards the future roundabout Implemented streetscape elements include: Turning lane Curb & gutter Sidewalk Multi -use path Street trees. Implemented streetscape elements include: • Revised striped median • Curb &gutter • Multi -use path • Landscape berm • Street trees To be completed: • Sidewalk Implemented streetscape elements include: • Sidewalkat intersection To be completed: • Roundabout • Curb and gutter • Sidewalkalong street • Multi -use path • Landscape • Street trees SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRI DO R CHARACTER STUDY 20 1. Cosgray Road to Eiterman Road 2 2 2.' Realigned "Shier Rings Road west of Eiterman 4 Road, north toward Post Road (with median) 4 3. Eiterman Road to Avery Road 2 (with median) 4. Avery Road to Emerald Parkway 2 2 14 I 11 I 11 I 13le Swale drive Lane drive Lane Swa & landxape & landscape f ■l 1.5' s a' tz tz a' s natural walk tree drive lane drive lane tree shared landscape lawn 2' 2' lawn use curb &gutter curb &gutter I path 50 ft. WHATAREROADWAY - CROSS- SECTIONS? 75 ft. Roadway cross - sections define each of 70 ft. the major elements found within the public street right -of -way. The dimensions of each element including travel lane widths (12j, medians (10 -12j, swales or •N curb and gutter, tree lawns (8j, sidewalks (walk, 4' -5j, shared -use paths (8 '), and adjacent areas that may be landscaped or 0 naturalized together add up to the width of the right -of -way. Roadway cross - section illustrations are 1A useful to guide decisions related to the C existing and future roadway character, and O demonstrate how adjacent development relates to the public roadway. Along the Shier Rings Road Corridor the character develops from more formal to ru ra I a nd naturalized. The addition of curbs, paths and street trees on some sections Q) will formalize the character however, naturalized trees and shrubs in swales and berms will preserve the rural feel. Additional lanesare proposed where future traffic counts are expected to increase O significantly. Medians are currently striped U but may be curbed and landscaped based Q) on analysis of traffic patterns and need for greatertraffic controls. .N 0 1. Cosgray Road to Eiterman Road 2 2 2.' Realigned "Shier Rings Road west of Eiterman 4 Road, north toward Post Road (with median) 4 3. Eiterman Road to Avery Road 2 (with median) 4. Avery Road to Emerald Parkway 2 2 14 I 11 I 11 I 13le Swale drive Lane drive Lane Swa & landxape & landscape f ■l 1.5' s a' tz tz a' s natural walk tree drive lane drive lane tree shared landscape lawn 2' 2' lawn use curb &gutter curb &gutter I path 50 ft. 60 ft. - 100 ft. 75 ft. 100f. 70 ft. 70 ft. I rceu�== ts' natural landscape ty SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY 21 Ci ofDublui N 0 0 E E 0 V 0 .N 0 0 In developing the Five -Year CIP, several elements are taken into consideration: City Council goals, both past and present; findings included in the Economic Development Strategy; commitments made by the City in agreements such as tax increment financing /economic development agreements; bi- annual community surveys, input from citizen committees and economic development opportunities. Capital Improvements proposed for Shier Rings Road could include roundabouts, curb & gutter, bike lanes, sidewalks, shared use paths, street trees, street lights, signs or gateway features. .Park. .Utilities .raduuiea Maher ETransponaton SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY CityoFDubhn WHAT IS THE CIP? CIP is the Capital Improvements Program. Dublin City Council approved the Five Year Capital Improvements Program (2016 -2020) on Tuesday, September 8, 2015. The CIP is a five -year outlook MN for anticipated capital projects and is reviewed and updated annually by the Q City. These projects are primarily related to improvements in transportation, parks, utilities and facilities. N 0 0 E E 0 V 0 .N 0 0 In developing the Five -Year CIP, several elements are taken into consideration: City Council goals, both past and present; findings included in the Economic Development Strategy; commitments made by the City in agreements such as tax increment financing /economic development agreements; bi- annual community surveys, input from citizen committees and economic development opportunities. Capital Improvements proposed for Shier Rings Road could include roundabouts, curb & gutter, bike lanes, sidewalks, shared use paths, street trees, street lights, signs or gateway features. .Park. .Utilities .raduuiea Maher ETransponaton SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY CityoFDubhn y! v 23f I 12f 12f I 23f Swale Drive Lane Drive Lane Swale &landscape &landscape Existing: Avery Road to :00 70 'ROW es s a' tz' tz' a' a' es natural walk tree drive drive lane tree shared natural landscape lawn 2' 2' lawn use landscape ./1 ti 6" s a' 21 121 a' a' e.s natural walk tree drive ane drive ane tree shared natural landscape lawn 2' 2' lawn use landscape curb &gutter curb &gutter path Bike lanes are proposed along Shier Rings Road Corridor to provide additional transportation mode options for commuters. wk *'% �AM SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY CityofDublui THE BIKE PLAN The City of Dublin plans for bicycle infrastructure in conjunction with other transportation modes. City Council formed the Bicycle Advisory Task Force (BATF) in p fall of 2009 to identify potential bicycle facilities, including on -road as well as off - IIA road bikeway improvements .The following are definitions of bikeway components: QA bike path /shared use path is a separate off - street path. It may be constructed next to existing roadways or along longer, N relatively uninterrupted corridor elements, to \and between neighborhoods and parks. O These are designed for shared use by non - motorized travel modes and are referred to as multi -use paths. A bike lane is a portion of a roadway that has been designated by signing and /or pavement markings for the preferential or Q) exclusive use of bicycles. A signed /shared bike route is designated by signs along roadways to indicate their Eappropriateness for bicycle travel. O A sharrow is a variation on signed /shared V laneswhere arrows orchevrons (pavement Q) markings) on normal width or wide curb lanes serve to alert motorists to expect cyclists. Implementation of the bikeway system is achieved through City development •N regulations and funding mechanisms as a part of proposed new developments. 0 Generally, the City's bike path design standards specify a minimum pavement width of eight feet. The City works to connect existing bikeways with future bikeways within rights -of -way or easements. An annual bike path project list is submitted to City Council as part of the CIP process for appropriation; additional bikeway facilities can be funded separately y! v 23f I 12f 12f I 23f Swale Drive Lane Drive Lane Swale &landscape &landscape Existing: Avery Road to :00 70 'ROW es s a' tz' tz' a' a' es natural walk tree drive drive lane tree shared natural landscape lawn 2' 2' lawn use landscape ./1 ti 6" s a' 21 121 a' a' e.s natural walk tree drive ane drive ane tree shared natural landscape lawn 2' 2' lawn use landscape curb &gutter curb &gutter path Bike lanes are proposed along Shier Rings Road Corridor to provide additional transportation mode options for commuters. wk *'% �AM SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRIDOR CHARACTER STUDY CityofDublui C 0 N C 0 0 E E 0 V GJ City of Dublin 0JI :] 4 144 1 Jd 9 :111711 Jd a 0 I E� The specific and final locations and character of the public improvements including realignment will be determined after additional study for each site and coordination between City Departments and complimentary planning efforts. PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT C11ikTAMA 1:x'1 The planning goals for this study included: analyzing existing conditions, identifying complimentary planning efforts, providing strategies for balancing diverse mobility needs, recommending right -of -way improvements which include pedestrian, bike and site landscape elements. It is important to note that none of the improvements are imminent; this study is in anticipation of future roadway projects, consistent with Dublin's tradition of planning for future infrastructure improvements. The intent is to demonstrate to potential purchasers or developers the City's long range view of how particular properties should be developed. As new sites are developed, each will be required to dedicate right -of -way and /or construct new roadway segments as appropriate to accommodate the increased vehicles. Specific design details and character elements will be implemented based on the site and traffic analysis forthat property. SHIER RINGS ROADWAY CORRI DO R CHARACTER STUDY 24 City of Dublin The Shier Rings Road Corridor Character Study was made possible through the efforts and contributions of many different individuals and organizations. A special thank you goes to the citizens and business owners who generously devoted their time and creativity in the hopes of moving development forward along the Shier Rings Road corridor. Project Manager Joanne L. Shelly, RLA, AICP, LEED BD +C Urban Designer/ Landscape Architect Project Planning and Design Support Tammy Noble, Senior Planner Vince Papsidero, Planning Director Engineering Support Barb Cox, PE, Engineering Manager- Development Jean Ellen Willis, PE, Engineering Manager - Transportation Tina Wawszkiewicz, PE, Civil Engineer Economic Development Support Colleen Gilger, CEcD, Economic Development Director Rachel Ray, AICP, Economic Development Administrator Parks and Open Space Support Matt Earman, Parks and Open Space Director With the Assistance of CHA, Indianapolis, Indiana Dublin City Council Greg Peterson, Mayor John Reiner, Vice Mayor Christina Alutto Tim Lecklider Chris Amorose Groomes Mike Keenan Amy Salay Dublin Planning &Zoning Commission Chris Brown Cathy DeRosa Robert Miller Deborah Mitchell Victoria Newell Amy Salay Steve Stidhem Land Use & Long Range Planning 5800 Shier Rings Road Dublin, Ohio 43016 dublinohiousa.gov