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18 EC ONOM I C A D VANC EME NT ZONE

Preserve and enhance natural features and the environment

The Economic Advancement Zone includes important natural features such as woodlands, tree rows and stream corridors that should be preserved and integrated as valuable amenities. Environmental quality should be emphasized, and a key element of future development should include the integration of regional greenway connectivity and a framework of open space upon which all development is linked. Focus should be placed on the natural context of the area through creative layout, quality landscape design and the maintenance of unobstructed views to natural amenities. The integration of LEED-certified buildings or environmentally friendly design techniques should be highly encouraged as part of a cutting-edge technology center.

Utilize high quality, flexible design standards

Future development of the corridor as a major employment center will depend on the ability to establish standards that achieve architectural and design quality in a manner that is flexible and responsive to the private market. Emphasis should be placed on regulations that allow technology companies to quickly follow business opportunities while instilling unique visual character.

The EAZ incorporates an extensive expansion of Dublin’s current path system.