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Which urban policies can influence detailed design?

Detailed design strategies can be applied to both new developments and existing neighbourhoods. Consider detailed design actions for spaces such as:

  • Parks, plazas, or other open spaces that are publicly accessible

  • Community centres and public buildings

  • Residential developments 

  • Pedestrian-oriented streets

Detailed design can be considered through policies such as:

  • Neighbourhood design guidelines

  • Development permit requirements

  • Detailed design requirements 

  • Building codes

  • Wayfinding and accessibility standards

  • Public space design guidelines

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