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Preliminary Internal Review Draft <br />Open Space <br />Community Character <br />Description: Natural areas and open space <br />that support biodiversity and natural habitats. <br />These areas align with the City Charter defined <br />Open Space Zone District, and Section 15-4 — <br />Classification of Management of Open Space <br />Land. <br />Location: Located in existing open space and <br />natural areas throughout the City of Louisville.. <br />Transportation and Connectivity <br />• Enhance connectivity of open spaces <br />through accessible trailheads, parking areas, <br />and transit stops that support a multimodal <br />network. <br />• Design walking and biking corridors to be <br />interconnected for safety, accessibility, and <br />comfort of all users. <br />• Maintain seamless bikeways, sidewalks, and <br />trails with clear signage for easy navigation. <br />Uses <br />Primary: Trails and open spaces. <br />Secondary: N/A <br />Density and Scale: N/A <br />Development Considerations <br />• Confirm with open space staff as they <br />commented we need to be clear to distinguish <br />the City -defined types of open space. <br />Placeholder to flag that for the 80% draft. <br />• Place open spaces maintain the city's natural <br />character while providing recreational <br />opportunities. <br />• Create transitions between natural and <br />developed areas, promoting coexistence <br />and undeveloped land, trails, and ecological <br />features. <br />• Open spaces are integrated within <br />development to create a strong connection <br />between residents and the environment. <br />• Support policies related to Open Space Lands <br />in the City's Parks, Recreation, Open Space, <br />and Trails Master Plan. <br />Factors Influencing Growth 149 <br />