Site Analysis – Part 1
These mapping diagrams were taken from the Lloyd District Development Strategy created by the Portland Development Commission in 2001. The analysis shows what attractions are existing currently versus what areas need improvement or have building opportunities in the near future. The Central Core is the area identified at the center of the district, where my […]
Portland Park and Recreation’s Expectations
Greenway Development in the South Waterfront The Portland Park and Recreation utilized an opportunities and constraints analysis in 2004 to “identified several key locations for river access and water taxi docks.” (http://www.portlandonline.com/parks/index.cfm?a=175890&c=45643) Their conclusions were to call for the following … Continue reading →
Portland Bureau of Planning’s Expectations for South Waterfront
Vision for the South Waterfront “The Neighborhood in the Year 2020… The South Waterfront District is a vibrant urban neighborhood. The area derives its character, identity and attractiveness from its exemplary riverfront and high quality open space system; its compact, … Continue reading →
South Waterfront – Site Hazard Information
This map illustrates South Waterfront’s flood plain map. The solid light blue area represents the special flood hazard zone, while the striped dark blue zone represents the 1996 flood inundation area. http://www.portlandmaps.com/detail.cfm?&activetheme=Hazard%20%2D%20Flood%20Plain&nofooter=no&action=Explorer This map illustrates the hazardous areas with … Continue reading →
Resources/Annotated Bibliography
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Updated Thesis Statement
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A Bit More on the Lloyd District
Data Primarily commercial district Total area: 368 acres* Total area of buildings: 4,349,195 SF* 5% residential, 61% commercial, 16% institutions* Total population: 1,369* Total employees: 16,424* History Named after Ralph Lloyd who started the development of the area. Urban Renewal during the 1950s. Challenges: Industrial waterfront. Separated by existing railroads, highways and major streets. Limited residential […]