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Key areas around residential

neighborhoods, parks and potential retail areas are targeted for neighborhood-scale office uses and higher density housing products that would complement development and create an incentive for prospective technology-related businesses and employees. Housing in these areas are located to provide optimal access to surrounding amenities, while establishing a walking and biking environment in which employees can minimize automobile use and have access to long-term transit options. Should market conditions provide, these areas create a greater opportunity for integrated support uses.

As identified in the 2007 Dublin Community Plan, some areas just outside the EAZ are denoted as Mixed Residential. Land in this category is expected to provide residential development with a mix of housing types that can complement existing single-family development. The district will further add to the palette of housing choices for employees within the EAZ. Mixes of multi-family products with a single-family neighborhood appearance are encouraged.

Areas near the two main interchanges include the greatest opportunity to provide support functions such as retail, restaurants, personal services and other amenities that are highly desired by employers and employees. Support services are geographically defined according to the greatest opportunity for employees, residents and people travelling through the area to support a successful business environment. Designation of support areas are also placed in key locations that will support the EAZ, while ensuring that the larger development character of the area speaks of technology and innovation.