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Corridor Plan
Ordinance No. 1012
August 12, 2011
CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE
Abstract
The F.M. 1709 Corridor and F.M. 1938 Corridor Plan is the fifth of six sector plans adopted during the
Southlake 2030 process. The plan encompasses approximately 750 acres that are adjacent to two of the
three major roadway corridors in Southlake —the F.M. 1709 Corridor and the F.M. 1938 Corridor. The
most prominent land uses include commercial activities and residential uses; although a significant
portion of the plan area is classified as vacant or underdeveloped. As such, the primary objectives for
planning in the F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 corridors are maintaining high development and urban design
standards, buffering residential uses from the roadway corridors and commercial uses, and ensuring
continued quality growth. The Plan further addresses the unique characteristics and challenges of these
roadway corridors and provides specific planning recommendations in regard to land use, mobility,
environmental resources, as well as parks, recreation and open space.
Sector Planning and Land Use Planning
Introduction
The City of Southlake's Land Use Plan serves as the community's vision for future development by
allocating the appropriate location, concentration and intensity of future development by land use
categories. The plan serves as a guide to all decision making as it pertains to the City's future
development.
The City of Southlake approaches land use planning through sector planning, a method which divides
the City into sectors to identify development issues and to develop recommendations for each individual
area. This approach recognizes that planning issues are numerous and complex, and may vary from area
to area or even site to site. In short, the purpose of a sector plan is to:
• Establish a detailed background for the planning area,
• Identify current development constraints and issues,
• Identify features, resources and areas to be protected or improved,
• Explore development opportunities and
• List recommendations for the future development and conservation of the area.
Sector planning was first implemented in Southlake during the development of the Southlake 2025 Plan
in 2004. The City was originally divided into nine planning areas, although some areas were combined
during the actual planning process. For the purposes of the 2030 Plan, the City has been divided into
eight sectors:
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CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE
9
Sector Plan Areas
114 CORRIDOR
1709 CORRIDOR
1938 CORRIDOR
CENTRAL
EAST
NORTH
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WEST
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During discussion of the south sector and east sector issues, the Land Use Committee decided to
combine the two sectors into one plan area called the southeast sector. The resulting plan document is
the Southeast Sector Plan. Similarly, the 1709 corridor and 1938 corridor have been consolidated into
one plan.
Although recommendations may vary from area to area, all sector plans are intended to work together
to support a desired direction for growth as outlined in the adopted Vision, Goals and Objectives of the
Southlake 2030 Plan (Ordinance No. 960). As such, the land use recommendations from the sector plans
are consolidated to create one cohesive document for the City as a whole and the result is the City's
Land Use Plan.
Recommendations developed in the sector plans will also be incorporated into other plan elements,
such as the Master Thoroughfare Plan and Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan, as
appropriate. In addition, the sector plans will be utilized in setting priorities in the Capital Improvement
Program (CIP) planning process, updating current development ordinances and creating new planning
related ordinances or programs as needed.
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MAP 1: SOUTHLAKE 2030 PLANNING SECTORS
Relationship to Southlake's Strategic Management System
Strategic planning is an ongoing process where resources, critical concerns, community priorities and
citizen needs are combined to produce both a plan for the future and a measure for results. More
specifically, Southlake's Strategic Management System links the city's day -to -day activities to a
comprehensive long term strategy for public policy and management decisions. The Strategic
Management System identifies Strategic Focus Areas and Objectives to guide effective and efficient
resource allocation and provides benchmarks to assess performance. The Strategic Focus Areas and
Objectives are driven by the City's Citizen Survey and are outlined in the City's Strategy Map (please see
Appendix B).
The Strategic Management System guided the development of the Southlake 2030 Plan Vision, Goals
and Objectives (VGO), which define a desired direction for growth for the City. As such, all
recommendations in the Southlake 2030 Plan are tied to at least one Strategic Focus Area from the
Strategic Management System and at least one Objective from the Adopted Vision, Goals and
Objectives.
Relationship to Vision North Texas
Vision North Texas is a public, private, non - profit and academic partnership headed by the North Central
Texas Council of Governments, the Urban Land Institute, and the University of Texas at Arlington. The
partnership was created to serve as a forum for discussion, research, and action on issues related to the
growth and development of North Central Texas. In addition, the partnership strives to increase public
awareness about important regional land use issues and to build support for initiatives that create a
successful and sustainable future for North Texas.
Over the last few years, Vision North Texas has invited stakeholders from across the region to
participate in a series of workshops to develop a vision for the region's future as well as an action plan
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to achieve that vision. The result of these workshops is North Texas 2050, which describes the preferred
future envisioned by Vision North Texas participants. The document also provides guiding principles to
help decision - makers achieve the regional vision. The City of Southlake recognizes the importance of
the regional vision and has worked to align the Southlake 2030 Plan with North Texas 2050. All
Southlake 2030 recommendations are linked to at least one of the guiding principles (please see
Appendix C). Additional information on North Texas 2050 and Vision North Texas is available at
www.visionnorthtexas.org.
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Table of Contents
Abstract i
Land Use Planning and Sector Planning Introduction i
Relationship to Southlake's Strategic Management System iii
Relationship to Vision North Texas iii
1.0
Introduction to the Corridors
1
1.1 Character of the Corridors
2
1.2 Preliminary Analysis
2
1.2.1 Existing Land Use Distribution
3
1.2.2 Existing Zoning
4
1.2.3 Recent Development Changes
5
2.0
Planning Challenges and Issues
6
3.0
Land Use Recommendations
7
4.0
Mobility Recommendations
12
4.1 Corridor Roadways
12
4.2 Corridor Pathways
18
4.3 Recommendations
19
5.0
Environmental Resource Recommendations
24
5.1 Recommendations
25
6.0
Parks, Recreation and Open Space Recommendations
32
Appendix A: Adopted Southlake 2030 Plan Vision, Goals and Objectives
Appendix B: City of Southlake Strategy Map
Appendix C: Vision North Texas Guiding Principles
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1.0 Introduction to the F.M. Corridors
The FM 1709 Corridor generally includes properties fronting F.M. 1709 or non - residential developments
with access onto FM 1709 between Players Circle and Carroll Avenue. The FM 1938 Corridor includes
properties adjacent to Davis Boulevard as well as a few properties north of FM 1709 adjacent to Randol
Mill Avenue. However, many of the recommendations in this plan encompass all properties adjacent to
the entire length of FM 1709 and /or FM 1938 within Southlake's city limits. The boundaries of the two
corridor plan areas are simply provided to assist in focusing the land use discussion when considering
smaller areas or individual properties.
The boundaries of the two plan areas are shown in the following map.
MAP 2: F.M. 1709 AND F.M. 1938 CORRIDOR BOUNDARIES
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1.1 Character of the Corridors
The F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 Corridors are generally characterized by office and retail uses. Office uses
are generally found immediately adjacent to F.M. 1709. Retail uses are primarily located near
intersections. The largest concentration of retail and restaurant uses is found at the intersection of F.M.
1709 and F.M. 1938. The Jellico Square shopping center is located at the northwest corner of this
intersection and is anchored by Sprouts Farmers Market. This shopping center also includes an
undeveloped pad site immediately adjacent to F.M. 1709.
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Office Uses Along F.M. 1709 Jellico Square Shopping Center
On the southeast side of the intersection, Southlake Marketplace is anchored by Hobby Lobby.
However, this shopping center has a second anchor lease space of approximately 60,000 square feet
that is currently vacant. This space was formerly occupied by an Albertson's grocery store.
The F.M. 1938 Corridor south of F.M. 1709 has several industrial and auto - oriented service uses. In
addition, there are several parcels in this corridor that are either undeveloped or have potential for
redevelopment.
1.2 Preliminary Analysis
To fully understand the development issues facing the F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 corridors, an analysis of
existing conditions is critical. The following section offers an assessment of the existing land uses and
zoning as well as a description of recent development changes in the corridors.
1.2.1 Existing Land Use Distribution
The most prominent existing land use in the F.M. Corridors is "vacant /underdeveloped ", comprising
approximately 204 acres or 27% of the land area. Properties with this classification generally have "AG"
Agricultural District zoning and may see new development in the coming years. The next most common
existing land use is "commercial ", which includes retail and office uses and accounts for nearly 23% of
the land area or 171 acres. "Residential ", "parks & open space ", and "public /civic /religious" uses
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comprise the majority of the remaining land area. A small percentage (5.1 %) of the land area in the F.M.
Corridors has "industrial" existing land uses.
TABLE 1: F.M. 1709 AND F.M. 1938 EXISTING LAND USES
Existing Land Use Abe
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22.8%
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The map below illustrates existing conditions of the corridors. The classifications indicated on the map
are based on the Land Based Classification Standards (LBCS) model developed by the American Planning
Association. This model extends the notion of classifying land uses by refining traditional categories into
multiple dimensions, such as activities, functions, building types, site development character, and
ownership constraints. Each dimension has its own set of categories and subcategories. These multiple
dimensions allow users to have precise control over land -use classifications.
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MAP 3: F.M. 1938 AND F.M. 1709 CORRIDOR EXISTING LAND USES
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1.2.2 Existing Zoning
The existing zoning in the F.M. Corridors is primarily a mix of Site Plan District (S -P -1 and S -P -2), Local
Retail Commercial District and General Commercial District (C -2 and C -3 respectively), Office District (O-
1), and Agricultural District (AG) designations. There are also residential designations, including "RE"
Residential Estate, "SF -1A" Single Family Residential District, "SF -20A" Single Family District, and "TZD"
Transition Zoning District. Along South Davis Boulevard, there are also areas with 1-1" Light Industrial
zoning.
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MAP 4: F.M. 1938 AND F.M. 1709 CORRIDOR ZONING CLASSIFICATIONS
1.2.3 Recent Development Changes
Ploceholder — to be completed later
MAP 5: RECENT (5 YEAR) DEVELOPMENT SINCE SOUTHLAKE 2025 ADOPTION
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2.0 Planning Challenges and Issues
Along with the adopted Vision, Goals and Objectives of the Southlake 2030 Plan, these challenges and
issues serve as the basis for many of the recommendations outlined in the following chapters.
Development of F.M. 1938
The development of F.M. 1938 from a 2 -lane undivided cross section to a variable width, divided
regional thoroughfare north of F.M. 1709 will change the character of the surrounding area from a rural
appearance to a more urban appearance. In addition, the establishment of a new direct connection
from F.M. 1709 to S.H. 114 will allow residents and visitors on the west side of Southlake to have faster,
easier access to S.H. 114. Accordingly, completion of the roadway is expected to significantly increase
traffic counts on F.M. 1938. Traffic counts are expected to decrease on the portion of Randol Mill
Avenue that is not part of F.M. 1938 (north /east of the Randol Mill Avenue "bend ").
One issue with this expansion is the naming convention of F.M. 1938 and the Randol Mill "bend ".
Currently, there are inconsistencies in the local naming of F.M. 1938 which sometimes causes confusion.
The roadway changes from Precinct Line in Westlake to Randol Mill Avenue and Davis Boulevard in
Southlake. In addition, since F.M. 1938 will be straightened where the roadway currently bends, there
will likely be issues on what to call the "straight" portion in Southlake and what to call the "bend"
portion.
Pedestrian Mobility and Safety
Along F.M. 1709, nearly all missing sidewalk segments will be constructed in the near future as part of
the deceleration lane construction project or as part of a separate sidewalk project funded with
assistance from the Statewide Transportation Enhancement Program (STEP). STEP is a competitive
funding program for certain transportation related activities, such as sidewalks, bicycle lanes,
landscaping, historic preservation, and environmental mitigation. The program is federally funded and
administered by the Texas Department of Transportation. The City of Southlake's F.M. 1709 sidewalk
completion project was selected for funding as part of the 2009 program. The City is currently working
on finalizing construction plans for the missing sidewalk segments. Once these sidewalk segments are
completed, pedestrian mobility along F.M. 1709 will improve greatly.
Along F.M. 1938 north of F.M. 1709, an 8 foot trail is planned on the east side of the roadway and a 5
foot sidewalk is planned on the west side of the roadway. The trail and sidewalk will be constructed as
part of the F.M. 1938 expansion project. However, south of F.M. 1709, no sidewalks or trails are
currently planned. Due to grade issues on both sides of the roadway, sidewalks or trails will be difficult
to add.
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3.0 Land Use Recommendations
In the context of comprehensive planning, "land use" typically refers to future land use designations as
shown on the Future Land Use Map. The Future Land Use Map illustrates the desired location and
distribution of land uses throughout the City, as opposed to the Existing Land Use Map (discussed in
Section 1.2.1) which shows how land is currently being utilized. As such, the Future Land Use Map is an
important visual tool used by city decision - makers, city staff, developers, and citizens to understand the
community's desired development pattern.
Using the Southlake 2030 Plan Vision, Goals and Objectives as a guide and taking the challenges and
issues identified in the previous chapter into consideration, the Southlake 2025 Plan Future Land Use
Map was reviewed for sites that may require land use designation changes. Several sites were
identified for a land use designation revision, primarily due to development changes that have occurred
or are expected to occur in the near future. In this sector, only changes to the underlying land use
designations are recommended. No changes to the optional land use designations are recommended.
However, as a part of the Consolidated Land Use Plan, all "T -1" and "T -2" designations on the Optional
Land Use Map will be removed. The following map highlights the areas in the F.M. 1938 and F.M. 1709
Corridor Plan Area that have an optional land use designation, including "T -1" and "T -2 ". "T -1" and "T-
2" will be discussed further in the Consolidated Land Use Plan.
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The following map highlights the areas with recommended land use designation changes. The numbers
on the map correspond to the reference numbers in the table that follows the map.
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The land use recommendations are outlined in the following table. The numbers in the first column of
the table are references to the numbers in the preceding two maps. The second column provides a brief
description of the issues specific to the site and the third column provides recommendations to address
the issues. The implementation metric in the fourth column is a quantifiable goal with a specified
deadline for achievement. The "Strategic Link' and "VGO Tie" relate the issues, recommendations and
implementation metrics to Strategic Focus Areas from the City's Strategy Map and to specific objectives
from the adopted Southlake 2030 Vision, Goals and Objectives. The "VNT Link" column relates the
issues and recommendations to the guiding principles of the Vision North Texas document, North Texas
2050. The final column provides the abbreviation for the department(s) that will take the lead on the
implementation of the recommendations. This format is followed for all the recommendation tables in
this plan.
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the table are references to the numbers in the preceding two maps. The second column provides a brief
description of the issues specific to the site and the third column provides recommendations to address
the issues. The implementation metric in the fourth column is a quantifiable goal with a specified
deadline for achievement. The "Strategic Link' and "VGO Tie" relate the issues, recommendations and
implementation metrics to Strategic Focus Areas from the City's Strategy Map and to specific objectives
from the adopted Southlake 2030 Vision, Goals and Objectives. The "VNT Link" column relates the
issues and recommendations to the guiding principles of the Vision North Texas document, North Texas
2050. The final column provides the abbreviation for the department(s) that will take the lead on the
implementation of the recommendations. This format is followed for all the recommendation tables in
this plan.
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TABLE 3: F.M. 1709 AND F.M. 1938 LAND USE RECOMMENDATIONS
Ref.
Issues
Recommendations
Implementation
Strategic Link
VNT Link
VGO
Responsible
No.
Metric
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LU1
. Land use designation is Low
Change underlying land
Amend Land Use
Quality Development,
Quality Places
1.8
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Density Residential and
use designation from
Map in FY 2011/FY
131
Floodplain
Medium Density
2012.
• Frontage along 7 -lane major
Residential to Mixed
arterial
Use.
• Significant east -west
elevation change
LU2
. Land use designation is
Maintain Mixed Use
Include site specific
Quality Development,
Quality Places
1.8
PDS
Medium Density
land use designation
recommendation
131
Residential, Floodplain, and
east of creek. Maintain
in Consolidated
Mixed Use
Medium Density land
Land Use Plan in FY
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use designation west of
2011/FY 2012.
• Multiple ownerships
creek, specifically
• Frontage along 7 -lane major
allowing office uses.
arterial
Preserve the floodplain
corridor.
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Amend Land Use
Quality Development,
Quality Places
1.8
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Commercial
Map in FY 2011/FY
131
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2012.
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uses along Players Circle
Maintain remaining
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Medium Density
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Residential designation,
Peytonville
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Ref.
No.
Issues
Recommendations
Implementation
Metric
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VNT Link
VGO
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Responsible
Department
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Amend Land Use
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Quality Places
1.8
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Commercial
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and Office Commercial
designation to include
2012.
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the full boundaries of
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the boundaries of existing
development and to
office development
include properties
• Potential for office
fronting on Carroll
development adjacent to
Avenue. Buffer
Carroll Avenue
existing and future
residential from office
uses.
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4.0 Mobility Recommendations
"Mobility" refers to the City's transportation network and includes automotive, pedestrian, bicycle and
other alternative modes of transportation. Over the past several decades, the physical, social and
economic success Southlake has experienced can be attributed in part to the City's transportation
network. The highways, streets, paths, railway and proximity to the Dallas -Fort Worth International
Airport that provide mobility within the City and access to points beyond have caused Southlake to
transition from a relatively isolated community at its incorporation to a premier City in the DFW
Metroplex and beyond today. However, the same transportation network has also created adverse side
effects: traffic congestion due to regional travel patterns, increased pollutant emissions and high stress
levels due to commuting.
4.1 Roadways in the F.M. Corridors
As previously discussed, F.M. 1938 and F.M. 1709 are two of the three major roadway corridors in the
City of Southlake. According to the Master Thoroughfare Plan, F.M. 1938 is classified as a parkway with
140 feet of right of way north of F.M. 1709 and as an arterial with 130 feet of right of way south of F.M.
1709. F.M. 1709 is classified as an arterial with 130 feet of right of way. The thoroughfare designations
for both of these major roadways as well as other streets in the F.M. Corridor Plan Area are illustrated in
the following map.
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MAP 7: EXISTING MASTER THOROUGHFARE PLAN FOR THE F.M. 1938 AND F.M. 1709 CORRIDORS
F.M. 1709 is currently undergoing improvements including the addition of landscaped medians,
deceleration lanes, and sidewalks. Completion of the medians and deceleration lanes is expected in
winter 2011/2012. Completion of all sidewalk gaps along F.M. 1709 will follow.
North of F.M. 1709, F.M. 1938 will be improved from a 2 -lane undivided cross section to a variable width
divided regional thoroughfare. Phase I of the roadway improvement project, which extends from S.H.
114 in Westlake to the Randol Mill bend in Southlake, is currently under construction and is expected to
be complete in 2012. Phase 11, which extends from the Randol Mill bend to F.M. 1709 (including the
intersection of F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938), is under design. Construction dates for Phase 11 are uncertain
at this time. The roadway will have 6 travel lanes north of Dove Road and 4 travel lanes south of Dove
Road.
Aesthetic improvements associated with the aforementioned construction of F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938
are based in part on recommendations from the Major Corridors Urban Design Plan. The Urban Design
Plan was also the basis for the Conceptual Landscape and Amenity Plan for F.M. 1938 — Phase 11. Both
the Urban Design Plan and Conceptual Landscape and Amenity Plan for F.M. 1938— Phase II are briefly
discussed on the following pages
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deceleration lanes, and sidewalks. Completion of the medians and deceleration lanes is expected in
winter 2011/2012. Completion of all sidewalk gaps along F.M. 1709 will follow.
North of F.M. 1709, F.M. 1938 will be improved from a 2 -lane undivided cross section to a variable width
divided regional thoroughfare. Phase I of the roadway improvement project, which extends from S.H.
114 in Westlake to the Randol Mill bend in Southlake, is currently under construction and is expected to
be complete in 2012. Phase 11, which extends from the Randol Mill bend to F.M. 1709 (including the
intersection of F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938), is under design. Construction dates for Phase 11 are uncertain
at this time. The roadway will have 6 travel lanes north of Dove Road and 4 travel lanes south of Dove
Road.
Aesthetic improvements associated with the aforementioned construction of F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938
are based in part on recommendations from the Major Corridors Urban Design Plan. The Urban Design
Plan was also the basis for the Conceptual Landscape and Amenity Plan for F.M. 1938 — Phase 11. Both
the Urban Design Plan and Conceptual Landscape and Amenity Plan for F.M. 1938— Phase II are briefly
discussed on the following pages
F.M. Corridor Plon
August 2011 Page 13
4.1.1 Major Corridors Urban Design Plan
The 2008 Major Corridors Urban Design Plan provided "character zone" classifications for the various
areas of F.M. 1709 as well as for the section of F.M. 1938 south of F.M. 1709. These character zones
identify urban design opportunities along the roadway corridors that complement existing and future
land uses. The exhibit below illustrates the character zone classifications for the F.M. Corridor Plan
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Around the F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 intersection and south of F.M. 1709, the roadway corridors are
classified as "Commercial Parkway" due to existing office and commercial uses as well as future office
and commercial uses anticipated south of F.M. 1709. In this zone, the Major Corridors Urban Design
Plan recommends intersection enhancements at F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 as well as medians on F.M.
1938 south of F.M. 1709. Landscaped medians will provide opportunities to improve the visual
appearance of this corridor as well as to improve safety.
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August 2011 Page 14
East of F.M. 1938 and west of White Chapel Boulevard, F.M. 1709 is classified as an "Estate Residential
Zone" due to the residential subdivisions, wide grassy parkways, and lower intensity office and
commercial uses adjacent to the roadway. Landscaped medians are currently being installed along F.M.
1709 that will further enhance the residential character of this area of the city. In addition, the Major
Corridors Urban Design Plan recommends parkway enhancements along F.M. 1709 to add interest to
the corridor and create a sense of place.
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informal tree planting, and stone identity markers at key locations.
4.1.2 Conceptual Landscape and Amenity Plan for F.M. 1938 - Phase II
City Council discussed the Conceptual Landscape and Amenity Plan for F.M. 1938 - Phase II at their
November 16, 2010 meeting. This conceptual plan includes general recommendations for canopy trees,
ornamental trees, planting beds, pavers, and identity monuments, consistent with the Major Corridors
Urban Design Study. Excerpts providing further detail on the conceptual plan are provided on the
following pages.
F.M. Corridor Plan
August 2011 Page 15
FM -1938 CONCEPTUAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN
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conceptual design proposes that four appropriately scaled identity monuments be placed wrapping each
corner of the intersection with ornamental trees and planting.
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design is tree planting both
in the medians and
parkways. There are
approximately 480 canopy
trees and 270 ornamental
trees incorporated into the
plan.
Corner Plantina and Identity Monuments
F. M. Corridor Plan
August 2011 Page 16
Identity Monument Options
F. M. Corridor Plan
August 2011 Page 17
The north end of the project serves as an entry point into the City of Southlake. Accordingly, a gateway
tower is recommended in the median. Three design options for the tower and corresponding identity
monuments for the Southlake Blvd. intersection are shown.
4.2 Pathways in the F.M. Corridors
The City of Southlake places a high priority on sidewalks and trails for both mobility and recreation.
Currently the City has an approved Sidewalk Pathways Plan which indicates the location of future
sidewalk facilities in the City and priorities these facilities for construction. Also, the City of Southlake
ensures construction of sidewalks by the following actions: 1) allocates approximately $400,000 annually
for the construction of trails and sidewalks in the CID (Capital Improvements Program); 2) seeks grants
for funding; 3) requires new development to construct sidewalks along public streets adjacent to the
site; 4) implemented the sidewalk matching program (a 50% cost sharing program for the design and
construction of sidewalks within neighborhoods); and 5) implemented the Sidewalk Partnership
program (promotes the dedication of easements by citizens and business for the construction of
sidewalks). The map below shows the existing Pathways Plan for the F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 Corridor.
MAP 8: EXISTING PATHWAYS PLAN
As shown in the map above, the primary east -west route for pedestrian mobility is found along F.M.
1709. However, the sidewalks adjacent to F.M. 1709 have several missing segments. As previously
discussed (see Section 2.0), nearly all missing sidewalk segments along F.M. 1709 will be constructed in
the near future as part of the deceleration lane construction project or as part of a separate sidewalk
project funded with assistance from the Statewide Transportation Enhancement Program (STEP).
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As shown in the map above, the primary east -west route for pedestrian mobility is found along F.M.
1709. However, the sidewalks adjacent to F.M. 1709 have several missing segments. As previously
discussed (see Section 2.0), nearly all missing sidewalk segments along F.M. 1709 will be constructed in
the near future as part of the deceleration lane construction project or as part of a separate sidewalk
project funded with assistance from the Statewide Transportation Enhancement Program (STEP).
F.M. Corridor Plon
August 2011 Page 18
Ideally, the primary north -south route for pedestrian mobility in this plan area would be found adjacent
to F.M. 1938. Although there will be sidewalks on both sides of F.M. 1938 north of F.M. 1709 which will
be built with the expansion of F.M. 1938, there are no plans for sidewalks south of F.M. 1709. Due to
grade issues on both sides of the roadway south of F.M. 1709, sidewalks or trails will be difficult to add.
However, the Pathways Plan does currently recommend a north -south trail adjacent to the stream
corridor west of F.M. 1938.
4.3 Mobility Recommendations
In coordination with the Vision, Goals & Objectives, adopted by City Council in November 2009, the
following table lists the recommendations for the F.M. 1938 and F.M. 1709 Corridor Plan Area regarding
mobility. For a description of each column heading, please refer to the legend following the table.
F.M. Corridor Plon
August 2011 Page 19
TABLE 4: F.M. 1709 CORRIDOR AND F.M. 1938 CORRIDOR MOBILITY RECOMMENDATIONS
Ref.
No.
Issues
Recommendations
Implementation Metric
Strategic Link
VNT Link
VGO Tie
Responsible
Department
M1
The addition of a median
Encourage pedestrian
Address in the Mobility Plan
Mobility, C2
Pedestrian
3.3
PDS, PW
to F.M. 1709 in front of
crossings at the
in FY 2011/FY 2012.
Design
Town Square may
intersections of F.M. 1709
inadvertently encourage
and Carroll Avenue and
more pedestrians to
F.M. 1709 and Central
cross F.M. 1709 at State
Avenue through signage
Street and Grand
and creation of a
Avenue.
walkable environment.
If necessary, consider
methods to discourage
mid -block crossings at
State Street and Grand
Avenue.
Also consider the
construction of a
pedestrian bridge over
F.M. 1709.
F.M. Corridor Plan
August 2011 Page 20
Ref.
No.
Issues
Recommendations
Implementation Metric
Strategic Link
VNT Link
VGO Tie
Responsible
Department
M2
The Pathways Plan does
Due to the speed of
Address in the Mobility Plan
Mobility, C2
Pedestrian
3.3
PDS, PW
not currently
traffic on F.M. 1938 and
in FY 2011/FY 2012.
Design
recommend a trail or
grading issues on both
sidewalk adjacent to
sides of the roadway
F.M. 1938 south of F.M.
(south of F.M. 1709),
1709. However, a trail
pedestrian mobility is a
and sidewalk are
significant challenge in
planned north of F.M.
this area. Consider
1709.
options to provide
pedestrian connectivity,
such as developing a
sidewalk /trail network
internal to new
developments adjacent
to F.M. 1938 that
provides north /south
pedestrian mobility.
M3
There are
Begin initial
Initiate contact with
Mobility, C2, B2,
Efficient Mobility
PW, PDS
inconsistencies in the
conversations with
stakeholders in FY 2012.
B4
Options
local naming of F.M.
stakeholders regarding
1938 —the roadway
naming of F.M. 1938 and
changes from Precinct
the Randol Mill "bend ".
Line in Westlake to
Randol Mill Avenue and
Davis Boulevard in
Southlake. In addition,
the completion of F.M.
1938 north of F.M. 1709
calls into question how
the Randol Mill "bend"
should be named.
F.M. Corridor Plan
August 2011 Page 21
Ref.
Issues
Recommendations
Implementation Metric
Strategic Link
VNT Link
VGO Tie
Responsible
No.
Department
M4
As smaller parcels
Consider options for
Research similar standards
Quality
Quality Places
PDS
develop or older
establishing architectural
in other communities and
Development, C3,
properties redevelop,
design standards for the
consider zoning ordinance
B3
there may be substantial
corridors, including
amendments in FY 2012.
inconsistencies in
identifying a preferred
architectural design that
color palette. Focus
may result in a
should be placed on
disorderly appearance
complementary design
along the corridors.
and colors rather than
uniform design and
colors.
M5
The Sidewalk plan and
Revise the Sidewalk Plan
Revise as part of the
Mobility, B4, B5
Pedestrian
3.3
PDS
Pathways Plan maps do
and Pathways Plan maps
Mobility Plan in FY 2011/FY
Design
not distinguish between
to distinguish between
2012.
public and private
public and private
sidewalks /trails.
sidewalks /trails.
When considering
sidewalk construction
priorities, note that any
connections to private
sidewalks /trails should be
made through the
Neighborhood Sidewalk
Matching Funds Program.
M6
The community desires
Improve pedestrian
Address in Mobility Plan in
Mobility,
Pedestrian
1.2, 3.1,
PDS, PW
to improve pedestrian
mobility along arterials:
FY 2011/FY 2012.
Infrastructure,
Design, Efficient
3.2, 3.3
mobility along arterials.
. Identify gaps in the
Performance and
Mobility Options
sidewalk network
Service Delivery,
along arterials
C1, C2
• Prioritize
construction of
these gaps
F. M. Corridor Plan
August 2011 Page 22
Ref.
No.
Issues
Recommendations
Implementation Metric
Strategic Link
VNT Link
VGO Tie
Responsible
Department
M7
The community desires
Identify and seek to
Address in Mobility Plan in
Safety and
Pedestrian
3.1, 3.3,
PDS, PW
to maximize pedestrian
eliminate hazards to
FY 2011/FY 2012.
Security, Mobility,
Design, Efficient
3.5, 3.7,
and bicycle mobility to
increase safe, efficient
Infrastructure, C2
Mobility
3.9
encourage exercise and
bicycle or pedestrian
Options, Healthy
to reduce dependence
movement citywide.
Communities
on automobiles.
M8
The community desires
Increase access to
Address in Mobility Plan in
Mobility,
Pedestrian
3.1, 3.3,
CS
to maximize bike and
existing and future parks
FY 2011/FY 2012.
Infrastructure,
Design, Efficient
3.5, 3.7,
pedestrian access to
and expand pedestrian
Performance
Mobility Options
3.9
parks.
linkages between park
Management and
and recreational facilities.
Service Delivery,
C2
Recommendations Table Legend
Ref. No. = Reference number.
Issues = A brief description of the issue requiring action.
Recommendations = Recommendations to address the issues.
Implementation Metric = A quantifiable goal, often with a deadline for achievement.
Strategic Link = The Strategic Focus Area(s) from the City's Strategy Map that relate to the issue and recommendations.
VNT Link = The guiding principle(s) from Vision North Texas that relate to the issue and recommendations.
VGO Tie = Specific objective(s) from the adopted Southlake 2030 Vision, Goals and Objectives that relate to the issue and recommendations.
Responsible Department = The department(s) that will take the lead on implementing the recommendation. PDS = Planning & Development
Services; PW = Public Works; CS = Community Services; ED = Economic Development; DIPS = Department of Public Safety
Gray Shading = Citywide goals (not unique to the F.M. corridors).
F. M. Corridor Plan
August 2011 Page 23
5.0 Environmental Resource
Recommendations
Environmental sustainability is vital to the current and long term financial health of the City and the
physical and emotional health of area residents. As such, the City of Southlake places a high priority on
the protection and conservation of the community's natural assets. "Environmental resources" in this
section primarily refer to natural amenities, such as trees, water, soil, air, and wildlife. A more detailed
discussion on sustainability, including topics such as energy use, waste reduction, and recycling, may be
found in the Sustainability Plan.
The primary environmental resource issues in the F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 corridors are protection of
the floodplain and preservation and enhancement of the existing tree canopy. A tributary of Bear Creek
with a significant area in the 100 year flood plain runs north -south along the western edge of the F.M.
1938 Corridor, presenting unique opportunities and challenges
Many of the trees are found adjacent to the floodplain, as shown in the map below. Most of these
trees are characteristic of the Cross Timbers ecosystem, including Post Oaks, Blackjack Oaks, Cedar Elms,
American Elms, Hackberries, Pecans, and Cottonwoods.
In addition, significant grade changes in the F.M. 1938 Corridor present challenges. Specifically, along
F.M. 1938 south of F.M. 1709, a steep grade separates the roadway from the properties to the east.
This grade change will require special consideration for any proposed development or redevelopment of
the properties between Southlake Marketplace and North Davis Business Park.
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August 2011 Page 24
MAP 9: EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE PROTECTION PLAN MAP
5.1 Environmental Resource Recommendations
Based on the Southlake 2030 Vision, Goals, and Objectives, the following general environmental
resource recommendations are proposed. Although no area specific recommendations are proposed
for the F.M. 1938 and F.M. 1709 Corridor Plan Area, all of the citywide environmental resource
recommendations originally developed in the North Sector Plan have been carried over to this plan.
For a description of each column heading, please refer to the legend following the table.
F.M. Corridor Plan
August 2011 Page 25
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5.1 Environmental Resource Recommendations
Based on the Southlake 2030 Vision, Goals, and Objectives, the following general environmental
resource recommendations are proposed. Although no area specific recommendations are proposed
for the F.M. 1938 and F.M. 1709 Corridor Plan Area, all of the citywide environmental resource
recommendations originally developed in the North Sector Plan have been carried over to this plan.
For a description of each column heading, please refer to the legend following the table.
F.M. Corridor Plan
August 2011 Page 25
TABLE 5: F.M. 1709 AND F.M. 1938 ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE RECOMMENDATIONS
Ref.
Issues
Recommendations
Implementation
Strategic Link
VNT Link
VGO Tie
Responsible
No.
Metric
Department
E1
Recognize the importance of
Maintain Tree City USA
Complete the Tree
Quality
Environmental
7.5
PDS
the urban forest.
status.
City USA
Development,
Stewardship
application
C3
annually.
E2
The community desires a
Evaluate options for
Begin a public
Quality
Environmental
7.5
PDS
higher level of urban forest
improving tree
street, parks and
Development,
Stewardship, Quality
maintenance, management
protection. Consider:
property tree
C3, F2
Places
and protection.
• Software programs or
inventory in
other tools for
FY2011.
managing and
assessing existing
Consider if
tree cover.
ordinance
• Revisions to existing
revisions and /or
ordinances to
implementation of
strengthen tree
incentive
protection
programs are
requirements and to
required by 1Q
allow for creative site
FY2012.
design to protect
trees.
• Providing incentives
for tree protection.
• Conducting a tree
survey.
E3
There is currently not an easy
Develop a map of all
Complete and
Performance
Environmental
7.3, 7.5
PDS
way for homeowners or
areas with approved
publish a map that
Management
Stewardship
developers to determine if a
Tree Conservation Plans
includes approved
and Service
property has an approved
or add the areas to the
Tree Conservation
Delivery,
Tree Conservation Plan.
Environmental Resource
Plans by 1Q
B4
Protection Map. Provide
FY2012. Update
the map on the City's
map at least
website.
annually.
F.M. Corridor Plon
August 2011 Page 26
Ref.
Issues
Recommendations
Implementation
Strategic Link
VNT Link
VGO Tie
Responsible
No.
Metric
Department
E4
The Environmental Resource
Update the
Complete as part
Performance
Environmental
7.2, 7.7, 7.8
PDS
Protection Plan does not
Environmental Resource
of the
Management
Stewardship
address ecology and wildlife
Protection Plan to
Sustainability Plan
and Service
corridors.
include a discussion on
in FY 2011.
Delivery,
local ecology and wildlife
F2
corridors.
E5
The Environmental Resource
Update the
Complete as part
Performance
Environmental
7.3, 7.5, 7.7
PDS
Protection Map has not been
Environmental Resource
of the
Management
Stewardship
updated since its adoption in
Protection Map to
Sustainability Plan
and Service
2005. It shows areas that
reflect development that
in FY 2011.
Delivery,
have been developed as areas
has occurred in the past
B4
recommended for
4 years.
preservation.
E6
Stream corridors, wetlands
Encourage development
Address as part of
Quality
Environmental
1.4, 7.3, 7.4
PDS
and floodplains require
that allows floodplains,
the Sustainability
Development,
Stewardship, Quality
additional consideration
wetlands and stream
Plan in FY 2011.
F2
Places
during review of development
corridors to remain in a
and redevelopment cases.
natural state. Consider
establishment of
standard "no
development" distances
from these areas.
F. M. Corridor Plan
August 2011 Page 27
Ref.
No.
Issues
Recommendations
Implementation
Metric
Strategic Link
VNT Link
VGO Tie
Responsible
Department
E7
As the City and region grow,
• Identify concrete
Address as part of
Safety and
Environmental
1.4, 7.3, 7.4,
PW, PDS
water pollution from runoff
drainage channels
the Sustainability
Security,
Stewardship, Quality
7.5, 9.1, 9.3,
also increases.
that may be
Plan in FY 2011.
Infrastructure,
Places, Resource
10.5
rehabilitated to
Quality
Efficiency
include vegetation
Development,
that can filter runoff.
Partnerships
• Minimize impervious
and
surfaces in new
Volunteerism,
development.
C3, C5, F2
• Consider use of
pervious /porous
concrete, bio- swales
and other alternative
storm water
management devices.
• Encourage the use of
native and adapted
plants in landscaping.
(Native and adapted
plants require less
chemical
maintenance.)
• Continue to develop
water conservation
educational
materials.
• Consider partnerships
with other agencies
for educational
initiatives.
• Ensure that trees and
vegetation adjacent
to streams are
preserved.
F. M. Corridor Plan
August 2011 Page 28
Ref.
No.
Issues
Recommendations
Implementation
Metric
Strategic Link
VNT Link
VGO Tie
Responsible
Department
E8
The DFW region faces
• Encourage the use of
Address as part of
Safety and
Environmental
7.2, 7.3, 9.1,
PDS, PW, CS
significant challenges for
native and adapted
the Sustainability
Security,
Stewardship, Quality
9.3
meeting increasing water
plants in landscaping.
Plan in FY 2011.
Infrastructure,
Places, Resource
demand in coming years.
o Continue to
Quality
Efficiency
develop
Development,
landscaping
Partnerships
demonstration
and
gardens within
Volunteerism,
city parks and at
Performance
the Bob Jones
Management
Nature Center
and Service
that may be
Delivery,
utilized in
C3, B2, F2
medians and
traffic circles.
• Continue to
encourage water
conservation through
public education.
• Consider establishing
a program for citizens
or businesses that
significantly decrease
their water usage.
• Consider partnerships
with other agencies
for educational
initiatives.
• Evaluate watering
methods for public
and private
properties, such as
utilizing well water
and prohibiting
watering during
certain times.
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August 2011 Page 29
Ref.
Issues
Recommendations
Implementation
Strategic Link
VNT Link
VGO Tie
Responsible
No.
Metric
Department
E9
The DFW region continues to
• Continue to develop
Address as part of
Safety and
Environmental
3.1, 3.3, 3.7,
PDS, PW
be classified as nonattainment
the infrastructure for
the Sustainability
Security,
Stewardship, Efficient
3.8, 3.9, 7.2,
for the pollutant ozone.
and encourage the
Plan in FY 2011.
Infrastructure,
Mobility Options
7.5, 7.6, 9.1,
use of non - motorized
Quality
9.3
travel options, such
Development,
as walking and biking.
Partnerships
• Protect existing tree
and
cover and increase
Volunteerism,
tree cover by planting
Performance
more trees.
Management
• Consider partnerships
and Service
with other agencies
Delivery,
for educational
B2, F2, L5
initiatives.
E10
As development continues,
• Evaluate options for
Include in city's FY
Quality
Environmental
7.2
PDS
light pollution is an increasing
addressing and
2011 work
Development,
Stewardship
problem in North Central
reducing light
program.
B3
Texas.
pollution.
E11
Residents' expectations for
• Require maintenance
Amend the Zoning
Quality
Environmental
1.1
PDS
maintenance of common
plan as part of zoning
Ordinance in FY
Development,
Stewardship
open space in neighborhoods
application process
2011.
C3
are not always the same as
for public /private
the required level of
parks.
maintenance.
Recommendations Table Legend
Ref. No. = Reference number.
Issues = A brief description of the issue requiring action.
Recommendations = Recommendations to address the issues.
Implementation Metric = A quantifiable goal, often with a deadline for achievement.
Strategic Link = The Strategic Focus Area(s) from the City's Strategy Map that relate to the issue and recommendations.
VNT Link = The guiding principle(s) from Vision North Texas that relate to the issue and recommendations.
F. M. Corridor Plan
August 2011 Page 30
VGO Tie = Specific objective(s) from the adopted Southlake 2030 Vision, Goals and Objectives that relate to the issue and recommendations.
Responsible Department = The department(s) that will take the lead on implementing the recommendation. PDS = Planning & Development
Services; PW = Public Works; CS = Community Services; ED = Economic Development; DPS = Department of Public Safety
Gray Shading = Citywide goals (not unique to the F.M. Corridor Plan Area).
F. M. Corridor Plan
August 2011 Page 31
6.0 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space
The F.M. 1938 and F.M. 1709 Corridor Plan Area includes one public park: Bicentennial Park.
Bicentennial Park has athletic fields, tennis courts, a playground, and Liberty Gardens. The F.M.
Corridor Plan area also includes one joint use school property at Rockenbaugh Elementary School. A
complete discussion on these facilities may be found in the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master
Plan.
MAP 10: PARKS IN F.M. 1938 AND F.M. 1709 CORRIDOR PLAN AREA
Based on the Southlake 2030 Vision, Goals, and Objectives, the following parks, recreation and open
space recommendations are proposed. Although no area specific recommendations are proposed for
the F.M. 1938 and F.M. 1709 Corridor Plan Area, the citywide parks, recreation and open space
recommendation originally developed in the North Sector Plan has been carried over to this plan.
For a description of each column heading, please refer to the legend that following the table.
F.M. Corridor Plan
July 2011 Page 32
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space recommendations are proposed. Although no area specific recommendations are proposed for
the F.M. 1938 and F.M. 1709 Corridor Plan Area, the citywide parks, recreation and open space
recommendation originally developed in the North Sector Plan has been carried over to this plan.
For a description of each column heading, please refer to the legend that following the table.
F.M. Corridor Plan
July 2011 Page 32
TABLE 6: F.M. 1938 AND F.M. 1709 CORRIDOR PLAN AREA PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE RECOMMENDATIONS
Ref.
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all parks.
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Service Delivery,
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directional signs at trail
forks.
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Ref. No. = Reference number.
Issues = A brief description of the issue requiring action.
Recommendations = Recommendations to address the issues.
Implementation Metric = A quantifiable goal, often with a deadline for achievement.
Strategic Link = The Strategic Focus Area(s) from the City's Strategy Map that relate to the issue and recommendations.
VNT Link = The guiding principle(s) from Vision North Texas that relate to the issue and recommendations.
VGO Tie = Specific objective(s) from the adopted Southlake 2030 Vision, Goals and Objectives that relate to the issue and recommendations.
Responsible Department = The department(s) that will take the lead on implementing the recommendation. PDS = Planning & Development
Services; PW = Public Works; CS = Community Services; ED = Economic Development; DPS = Department of Public Safety
Gray Shading = Citywide goals (not unique to the F.M. Corridor Plan Area).
F.M. Corridor Plan
July 2011 Page 33
Appendix A
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Vision, Goals &Objectives
Adopted by City Council on November 17, 2009
Ordinance No. 960
CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE
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F. M. Corridor Plon Appendix A
SOUTHLAKE 2030 VISION STATEMENT
Southlake will continue to enhance its status as a desirable, attractive, safe, healthy and
fiscally -sound community with quality neighborhoods, while maintaining a high standard of
living, learning, shopping, working, recreation, and open spaces. Southlake will continue to
be a vibrant community that epitomizes both economic and environmental sustainability.
SOUTHLAKE 2030 GOALS & OBJECTIVES
Goal I. Quality Development
Promote quality development that is consistent with the Urban Design Plan, well -
maintained, attractive, pedestrian - friendly, safe, contributes to an overall sense of place and
meet the needs of vibrant and diverse community.
Objective 1.1 Encourage the maintenance of existing neighborhoods, features and
amenities in order to preserve property values and a unique sense of place.
Objective 1.2 Create and preserve attractive pedestrian- friendly streets and pathways to
encourage transportation alternatives to the automobile.
Objective 1.3 Encourage appropriately - scaled neighborhood design that compliments
existing development patterns while creating unique places, recognizing that
quality residential neighborhoods are the cornerstone of our community.
Objective 1.4 Emphasize creativity and ensure environmental stewardship in the design of
all development and public infrastructure, maximizing the preservation of
desirable natural features such as trees, topography, streams, wildlife
corridors and habitat.
Objective 1.5 Promote unique community character through a cohesive theme by
emphasizing urban design detail and performance standards for structures,
streets, street lighting, landscaping, entry features, wayfinding signs, open
spaces, amenities, pedestrian /automobile orientation and transition to
adjacent uses.
Objective 1.6 Consider high- quality single - family residential uses as part of a planned
mixed -use development at appropriate transitional locations.
Objective 1.7 Explore and encourage opportunities for redevelopment when appropriate.
Objective 1.8 Ensure high - quality design and a heightened sensitivity towards the
integration of new development with the existing development and urban
design pattern.
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Objective 1.9 Strengthen street and landscape design standards to enhance the visual
quality along major corridors.
Objective 1.10 Continue to promote a strong working relationship with the Texas
Department of Transportation to improve the appearance of bridges,
embankments and entryways into the City.
Objective 1.11 Ensure that city- and developer - provided infrastructure is functional,
aesthetically well - designed, and integrated with the natural environment.
Objective 1.12 Continue to strengthen the City's regulations to encourage effective signage
that is appropriately designed and scaled to minimize adverse impacts on
community aesthetics.
Objective 1.13 Explore creating participation programs with home owner associations and
subdivision groups to enhance the long -term viability of neighborhood
features and amenities.
Goal2.• Balance
Maintain a balanced approach to growth and development in order to preserve the City's
assets (schools, public safety, and competitive edge in the region) and fiscal health.
Objective 2.1 Encourage a balance of uses, including retail, office, medical, hospitality,
entertainment, institutional, industrial and residential that is both responsive
to and sustainable within changing market conditions and sustains growth
in property values for the future.
Objective 2.2 Support appropriate public - private financial partnerships that will help
retain and enhance the City's economic base.
Objective 2.3 Ensure the City's built environment fosters a positive relationship between
the taxable value of real property and the corresponding cost of municipal
services.
Goal3: Mobility
Develop an innovative mobility system that provides for the safe, convenient, efficient
movement of people and goods, reduces traffic congestion, promotes energy and
transportation efficiency and promotes expanded opportunities for citizens to meet some
routine needs by walking or bicycling.
Objective 3.1 Provide a safe and efficient streets and pathways network that allows travel
to shopping areas, schools, parks and places of employment, reducing the
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need to travel on the City's major arterials (FM 1709, FNI 1938, or SH 114)
and minimizes cut - through traffic in residential neighborhoods.
Objective 3.2 Implement and promote a mobility system that addresses safety, design,
comfort and aesthetic elements such as landscaping, crosswalks, railing,
lighting, traffic - calming and signage in order to provide distinct character
and functionality for the City.
Objective 3.3 In accordance with a need identified by the Citizen Survey, provide and
promote a continuous pedestrian pathways system that is user - friendly,
efficient, safe, economical, and connect parks, shopping, schools, work and
residential areas.
Objective 3.4 Pursue opportunities to link Southlake's pathways to systems in adjacent
cities and trails on the Corps of Engineers property.
Objective 3.5 Develop a program to encourage the dedication of easements for pathway
construction in accordance with the sidewalk priority plan and Capital
Improvements Plan.
Objective 3.6 Identify and prioritize the funding and construction of mobility system
capital improvements projects according to the impacts on safety, system
efficiency, costs, and maintaining acceptable levels of service.
Objective 3.7 Increase safe bicycle mobility when reasonably possible.
Objective 3.8 Continue to promote a strong working relationship with the Texas
Department of Transportation to identify, design and implement projects
that prevent or relieve congestion in the area.
Objective 3.9 Continue to evaluate and improve upon the existing mobility system within
the City, maintaining existing infrastructure, making required improvements
and evaluating innovative ways to integrate transportation and land use.
Objective 3.10 Obtain adequate right -of -way for future roadway corridors and
improvements.
Goal 4. Parks, Recreation and Open Space
Support a comprehensive integrated parks, recreation and open space system for all ages
that creates value and preserves natural assets of the City.
Objective 4.1 Ensure that new development incorporates usable open space.
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Objective 4.2 Ensure that parkland and open spaces include an integrated mix of
developed and natural areas with consideration of protecting the City's
ecosystem and wildlife corridors.
Objective 4.3 Promote water conservation and reuse in the design of parks and open
spaces.
Objective 4.4 Utilize partnerships to create open space and recreation facilities.
Objective 4.5 Ensure an even geographic distribution of park facilities and recreation
activities both active and passive —for citizens of all ages.
Objective 4.6 Provide a full range of park facilities and linear linkages that will
accommodate the current and future needs of the City's residents and
visitors.
Objective 4.7 Integrate passive recreational opportunities into preserved natural and
drainage areas.
Objective 4.8 Incorporate feedback received from the Parks and Recreation Citizen
Survey into recreation activities and park facilities.
Objective 4.9 Acknowledge the City's rich natural history, heritage and historical
landmarks.
Objective 4.10 Determine parkland desirable for dedication as part of the development
process based on classification, location and maintenance cost.
Objective 4.11 Prioritize investments in existing and established parks understanding that
there will be strategic opportunities for land acquisition.
Objective 4.12 Incorporate educational and learning opportunities within parks and related
facilities.
Objective 4.13 Pursue recreational and educational opportunities on Corps of Engineers
property compatible with the goal of protecting and preserving the existing
ecosystem for future generations.
Goa15: Public Safety
Establish and maintain protective measures and policies that reduce danger, risk or injury to
property and individuals who live, work or visit the City.
Objective 5.1 Maintain a level of police, fire and ambulance services commensurate with
population and business needs.
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Objective 5.2 Provide effective and efficient professional public safety services in
partnership with the citizens we serve, encouraging mutual respect and
innovative problem - solving, thereby improving the quality of life in our
community.
Objective 5.3 Ensure compliance with the stated standard of response coverage and
industry guidelines through the provision of facilities, equipment, personnel
and roadways.
Objective 5.4 Ensure that all buildings and public facilities are constructed in compliance
with all applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations and standards.
Objective 5.5 Maintain the continued compliance with national standard of excellence
through the accreditation process.
Objective 5.6 Enhance and promote public safety through public - private partnerships and
utilization and training of volunteers.
Objective 5.7 Maintain a high level of community readiness through training and
communications among neighborhood and volunteer groups and city,
county, state, and federal entities.
Objective 5.8 Develop and implement safety education programs that enhance the quality
of life and safety in the community.
Objective 5.9 Promote security of public buildings and infrastructure.
Objective 5.10 Ensure safe and healthy working conditions for city staff, volunteers and
officials by providing security, facility, vehicular and equipment
maintenance, information, education and training.
Goal 6• Economic Development
Create a diversified, vibrant and sustainable economy through the attraction and support of
business enterprises and tourism meeting the vision and standards desired by City leaders.
Objective 6.1 Promote the City both nationally and regionally as a great place to live,
work, visit, shop and recreate.
Objective 6.2 Provide necessary, desirable and diverse goods and services for residents of
the City.
Objective 6.3 Foster an environment that retains and supports existing businesses to
ensure the sustainability of our existing tax base.
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Objective 6.4 Attract desired businesses to ensure economic growth as well as continued
employment and services for residents of the City.
Objective 6.5 Enhance the quality of life for residents and the sustainability of City
business through the promotion of the tourism, convention and hotel
industry in the City.
Objective 6.6 Develop a clear and understandable incentive policy that accomplishes the
business attraction and retention goals of the City and is based on factors
such as job creation, investment, quality of business, return on investment
and overall value to the community.
Objective 6.7 Foster communication between the public and private sectors.
Goal 7.• Sustainab&ry
Encourage the conservation, protection, enhancement and proper management of the
natural and built environment.
Objective 7.1 Maintain and implement policies to reduce the use of nonrenewable
resources, such as energy in the heating, cooling, and operation and
maintenance of city facilities.
Objective 7.2 Promote public awareness and education on such sustainability issues as
public health, energy and water conservation and overall environmental
stewardship.
Objective 7.3 Promote sustainable public and private development practices and
patterns, building design, water -use reduction and waste reduction while
maintaining the existing character of the city.
Objective 7.4 Protect surface, storm, and groundwater quality from septic discharge,
impervious surface runoff, improper waste disposal and other potential
contaminant sources.
Objective 7.5 Conserve, restore and promote tree and plant cover that is native or
adaptive to the City and region while also protecting existing significant
vegetation and maintaining the existing character of the City.
Objective 7.6 Protect and enhance air quality in coordination with federal, regional and
local agencies.
Objective 7.7 Recognize the importance of and protect the biological diversity for the
ecological and aesthetic benefits to the community.
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Objective 7.8 Define, protect, and celebrate the local Cross Timbers Ecosystem as a
community asset for future generations.
Objective 7.9 Assess and minimize the ecological impact of any new trails provided on
Corps of Engineers property.
Goal & Community Facilities
Plan and provide quality community facilities and services that effectively meet the service
needs ofSouthlake's residents and businesses.
Objective 8.1 Provide a level of community facilities that meet the needs of both the
existing and projected population.
Objective 8.2 Encourage cooperation with the school districts in planning for and
financing community facilities to encourage the cost - effective provision of
resources.
Objective 8.3 Systematically evaluate City -owned buildings in terms of their quality of
service delivery and prioritize maintenance and renovation accordingly.
Objective 8.4 Incorporate new computer and telecommunications technologies into
public buildings and designated areas in order to improve time and cost
efficiency of service delivery and to meet increasing demands of
information access and sharing.
Goa19. Parmerahins
Fully utilize and coordinate with the City's many partners to address issues facing the area,
provide services and facilities, promote volunteerism, support events and programs and
encourage economic growth.
Objective 9.1 Partner with other government entities, non - governmental organizations
and the North Central Texas Council of Governments to address regional
and local issues.
Objective 9.2 Continue mutually beneficial partnerships between the City and local school
districts to explore the provision of facilities, services, technology, and other
opportunities through open communication and close coordination.
Objective 9.3 Continue active partnerships with non - profit organizations, civic groups
and local businesses to create opportunities that benefit the community.
Objective 9.4 Partner with local school districts to educate Southlake's youth in their
municipality and seek youth input when planning the future of our
community.
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Goa110.• Infrastructure
Through sound management and strategic investment, develop, maintain, improve and
operate public infrastructure that promotes health, safety and an enhanced quality of life for
all members of the community.
Objective 10.1 Ensure equitably- distributed and adequate services and facilities.
Objective 10.2 Plan and program land acquisition and the installation of all essential public
facilities to reasonably coincide with the need for such facilities.
Objective 10.3 Identify and implement programs where costs may be shared by multiple
agencies and /or developers.
Objective 10.4 Provide for adequate public water and sewer services in appropriate
areas of the City.
Objective 10.5 Provide and maintain an effective stormwater management system
throughout the City.
Objective 10.6 Maintain and enhance existing infrastructure and levels of service through
the provision of timely maintenance, repair and replacement as needed.
Objective 10.7 Provide and maintain effective solid waste collection and recycling
programs for residents.
Objective 10.8 Provide a streetlight system for adequate illumination and a wayfinding
signage system for pedestrian and driver safety where appropriate.
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November 17, 2009
Appendix B
Fulfill Our
Mission
Deliver on Our
Focus Areas
Serve Our
Customers
Manage the
Business
Provide
Financial
Stewardship
Promote
Learning
and Growth
City of Southlake Strategy Map
Safety and Mobility Infrastructure Quality Partnerships Performance Management
Security Development and Volunteerism and Service Delivery
Live Our Core Values
Integrity * Innovation *Accountability * Commitment to Excellence * Teamwork
Appendix C
North Texas 2050 Guiding Principles
Excerpted from North Texas 2050
www.visionnorthtexas.org
1. Development Diversity— Meet the needs of new landmarks and gathering spaces, use of compatible
changing markets by providing a mix of development architectural and landscape design, and support for the
options and land use types in communities throughout the
region.
activities and institutions that make each community
unique.
2. Efficient Growth— Promote reinvestment and
redevelopment in areas with existing infrastructure, ensure
that new infrastructure supports orderly and sustainable
growth, and provide coordinated regional systems of
natural and built infrastructure.
3. Pedestrian Design— Create and connect pedestrian -
(and bicyclist) oriented neighborhoods, centers and places
throughout the region.
4. Housing Choice — Sustain and facilitate a range of
housing opportunities and choices that meet the needs of
residents of all economic levels and at all stages of life.
5. Activity Centers —Create mixed use developments that
are centers of neighborhoods and community activities and
serve as hubs of non - automobile transportation systems.
6. Environmental Stewardship- Protect, retain or
enhance the region's important natural assets (including its
air, water, land and forests) and integrate these natural
features and systems into the character of the region's
communities and the experiences of its residents.
7. Quality Places —Strengthen the identities of the
region's diverse communities through preservation of
significant historic structures and natural assets, creation of
8. Efficient Mobility Options— Invest in transportation
systems, facilities and operations that provide multi -modal
choices for the efficient and sustainable movement of
people, goods, and services.
9. Resource Efficiency — Design buildings, sites,
communities and regional systems to use water, energy,
and renewable resources responsibly, effectively and
efficiently, and to retain non - renewable resources for the
use of future generations.
10. Educational Opportunity— Provide opportunities
for all North Texans to have access to the schools, people
and technology they need for success in learning
throughout their lives.
11. Healthy Communities — Identify and support
functional, sustainable infrastructure and institutions that
offer North Texans access to affordable, nutritious foods,
opportunities for physical activity, and access to wellness
and primary care services.
12. Implementation — Achieve the region's vision by
adoption of compatible comprehensive plans and
ordinances for cities and consistent investment plans for
regional systems; involve citizens and stakeholders in all
aspects of these planning processes.