RE: [EXTERNAL] Question Regarding Main Streets

 
From: "Paul Larsen via Utah Chapter APA Listserv" <utahapa@PROTECTED>
In-Reply-To: Question Regarding Main Streets
Date: December 11th 2023

I’ll see if I can get a utility map from our GIS manager and get that to you.  In my opinion, the utility issue is a red herring.  Utilities work just fine in communities with walkable Main Streets. 

 

Paul Larsen AICP MSARP

Community & Economic Development Director

20 N. Main Street

Brigham City UT  84302

(435) 734-6603

 

From: Nicole Masson via Utah Chapter APA Listserv <utahapa@PROTECTED>
Sent: Monday, December 11, 2023 10:00 AM
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Subject: [EXTERNAL][UAPA] Question Regarding Main Streets

 

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Running into an interesting issue with historic Main Streets in Utah.  Most older communities have a zero-front setback to create a street wall that is more pedestrian-friendly. I am seeing pushback in some communities from Public Works and utility companies that they have nowhere to place their lines and boxes. They oppose being under the sidewalk or in the park strip.  Being out on the road means quite a mess when repairs are needed and destroys the integrity of the road surface.

However, a large utility box above ground is not exactly a good fit along any historic Main Street.

 

How are you all with Main Streets, like that dealing with your utilities?

John M. Janson AICP
Planning Solutions
 

 

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Nicole Masson

Executive Manager

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