Access to active spaces

Intent

To provide a variety of open spaces close to work and home to encourage walking, physical activity and time spent outdoors.

Requirements

Option 1

Locate and/or design the project so that an active open space facility (e.g., general playfields, soccer, baseball, basketball and other sports fields) of at least 1 acre lies within ½ mile walk distance of 90% of the dwelling units and business entrances in the project;

OR

Option 2

Locate and/or design the project so that at least 50% of dwelling units and business entrances are located within ¼ mile walk distance of a multi-use trail or Class I bikeway of at least 3 miles in length;

OR

Option 3

Locate and/or design the project so that at least 90% of all dwelling units and business entrances in the project are located within ¼ mile walk distance of a public recreation center or gym with outdoor facilities or a park with active recreational facilities.