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Downtown Design

A powerful component of downtown revitalization, physical design involves creating both a functionally sound and an inviting atmosphere through building facades, parking areas, signage, streetscapes, and more.

Building Improvement File
Discusses and illustrates the design and structural elements of typical commercial buildings, building materials, maintenance, and more.
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Converting Storefronts to Housing
Provides ideas and design solutions for converting commercial storefront space to productive residential uses.
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Design Committee Handbook (Pkg/5)
Offers tips, guidelines, and sample forms to help your Main Street Program design committee get downtown into top physical shape and create a safe, inviting environment for shoppers, workers, and visitors.
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Guiding Design On Main Street
Provides the background and tools for improving the visual appeal of the central business district.
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Improving Downtown’s Curb Appeal
Presents seven creative approaches to enhancing downtown’s visual appeal.
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Placemaking on a Budget
Illustrates how to use local attributes, involved citizenry, and creative thinking to create a sense of place downtown.
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Street Graphics and the Law
Provides a framework and design guidelines for creating a comprehensive street signage program.
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