Ordinance 2022-59 ORDINANCE NO.2022-59
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WYLIE, TEXAS, AMENDING THE
COMPREHENSIVE MASTER PLAN OF THE CITY OF WYLIE, AS
HERETOFORE AMENDED; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY FOR THE
VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL
ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS,Chapter 213 of the Texas Local Government Code allows for a municipality to adopt
and/or amend a Municipal Comprehensive Master Plan(Comp Plan),and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Wylie, Texas (City Council), determined that the
existing Comprehensive Master Plan should be amended, and
WHEREAS, the City Council appointed the Comp Plan Advisory Committee(CPAC) to present
an amended Comp Plan,and
WHEREAS, CPAC conducted extensive investigation and discussion, along with public input
from the citizens of Wylie both in-person and online,to draft the amended plan and voted unanimously to
recommend approval of the Comp Plan as presented in EXHIBIT A,and
WHEREAS, the P&Z Commission gave notice and held the required public hearing and voted
unanimously to recommend approval of the Comp Plan as presented in EXHIBIT A, and
WHEREAS,The City Council gave notice and held the required public hearing.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WYLIE,TEXAS:
SECTION 1: The Comprehensive Master Plan of the City of Wylie, Texas, be, and the same is
hereby, adopted, said Plan being described in Exhibit A, The City of Wylie 2022 Comprehensive Master
Plan,entitled"Envision Wylie."
SECTION 2: That all ordinances of the City in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance be,
and the same are hereby,repealed and all other ordinances of the City not in conflict with the provisions of
this ordinance shall remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 3: Should any paragraph, sentence, subdivision, clause, phrase or section of this
ordinance be adjudged or held to be unconstitutional,illegal or invalid,the same shall not affect the validity
of this ordinance as a whole or any part or provision thereof, other than the part so declared to be invalid,
illegal or unconstitutional, and shall not affect the validity of the Comp Plan Ordinance as a whole.
SECTION 4: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the City
Council and publication of its caption as the law and the City Charter provide in such cases.
SECTION 5: The repeal of any ordinance, or parts thereof, by the enactment of this Ordinance,
shall not be construed as abandoning any action now pending under or by virtue of such ordinance; nor
shall it have the effect of discontinuing, abating, modifying or altering any penalty accruing or to accrue,
nor as effecting any rights of the municipality under any section or provisions of any ordinances at the time
of passage of this ordinance.
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DULY PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Wylie,Texas,this 23rd
day of August, 2022.
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Acknowledgments
City Council
Matthew Porter, Mayor
Jeff Forrester, Mayor Pro Tern
David R. Duke, Place 1
Dave Strang, Place 2
Scott Williams, Place 4
Timothy T.Wallis, Place 5
Garrett Mize, Place 6
Planning and Zoning Commission
Bryan Rogers, Chair
Joshua Butler,Vice Chair
James Byrne
Harold Gouge
Jennifer Grieser
Jacques Loraine III
Keith Scruggs
Cory Plunk(Former Chair)
Dan Norris(Former)
Taylor Newsom(Former)
Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC)
Sandra S. Stone, Chair Ken Kocon
Eugene D. Hauptmann, Vice-Chair Jared Larew
Matt Atkins Jacques Loraine III
Jon Bailey Jeremy R. Meier
James Byrne Kim Mullis
Joe Chandler Todd Pickens
Jason Greiner Mathew Soto
City Staff
Brent Parker, City Manager
Renae 011ie, Deputy City Manager
Lety Yanez, Assistant City Manager
Jasen Haskins, AICP, Planning Manager
Kevin Molina, Senior Planner
Mary Bradley,Administrative Assistant II
Consultant - Freese and Nichols, Inc.
Daniel Harrison,AICP
Erica Craycraft,AICP
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IF Contents Housing& Neighborhoods Goals&Strategies 29
LGoal H1. Preserve Wylie's existing
Chapter 1: Plan Introduction 1 neighborhoods 29
Goal H2. Encourage compatible infill and
Purpose 1 redevelopment in aging neighborhoods. 31
Legal Basis for Planning 2 Goal H3. Incorporate amenities and design
How is a Comprehensive Plan Used? 2 features in future developments to encourage
Regulatory Ordinances 2 high-quality neighborhoods. 32
Financial Mechanisms 2 Chapter 4: Land Use & Design 34
City Procedures 3 Introduction 34
Local Plans 4 Existing Land Use&Characteristics 35
2012 Comprehensive Master Plan 4 Future Land Use 37
2019 Parks, Recreation&Open Space Master Future Land Use Categories 39
Plan 4
Population Projections&Ultimate Capacity 46
2021 Downtown Strategic Plan 5
Land Use&Design Goals&Strategies 47
2018 Thoroughfare Plan 5
Goal LW. Use the FLU map and strategies
Regional Transportation Plan 6 contained within this comprehensive plan when
Community Engagement Process 8 making development decisions. 47
Goal LU2. Promote Wylie's sense of community
Chapter 2: Community Snapshot 9 identity and small-town charm 48
Introduction 9 Goal LU3. Strengthen Downtown Wylie as a
[ Regional Relationship 10 vibrant and welcoming destination. 52
Historical Context 12 Goal LU4. Support a resilient local economy and
plan for well-designed commercial
Demographic Profile 13 development 56
Methodology 13 Goal LU5. Leverage the lakefront as a unique
Population Trends 13 and desirable destination. 58
Household Size 14 Goal LU6. Protect and conserve environmentally
Age and Sex Distribution 15 sensitive areas 60
Race and Ethnicity 16 Chapter 5: Transportation 62
Employment Characteristics 18 Introduction 62
Physical Constraints 20 Existing& Future Level of Service(LOS) 63
Natural Constraints 22 2018 Thoroughfare Plan 65
Constructed Constraints 23 Transportation Goals&Strategies 69
Chapter 3: Housing & Neighborhoods Goal Ti. Plan for safe and efficient
transportation infrastructure. 69
24 Goal T2. Promote mobility, access, and
Introduction 24 connectivity throughout the community. 72
Existing Housing & Neighborhood Characteristics 25 Goal T3. Continue regional communications for
Housing Choices 25 a coordinated transportation network and
efficient use of resources 74
Housing Age& Neighborhood Conditions 26
Home Ownership 28
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Chapter 6: Implementation 75
Introduction 75
Phased Implementation 76
Methods of Implementation 76
Plan Updates 76
Annual Progress Reporting 76
Minor Amendments 76
Major Updates 76
Implementation Matrix 77
Appendix: Community Input 87
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Chapter 1 :
Plan Int roduction
Purpose • Management of growth, development,
and redevelopment in an orderly
There are two interrelated focuses of a manner,
comprehensive plan: (1) it allows the citizens of • Cost-effective public investments, and
a community to create a shared vision of what • A rational and reasonable basis for
they desire for their community, and (2) it making decisions about the community.
establishes ways in which a community can
effectively realize that vision.The Wylie A comprehensive plan is not a zoning
Comprehensive Plan tells the story of who Wylie ordinance, but rather a high-level tool utilized
is and what it wishes to become as it grows and by the City to make development decisions.As
redevelops. The City of Wylie is at an opportune new development applications, zoning requests,
crossroad for a new and exciting period in its and other development decisions are made, a
history.Although the City has seen rapid growth comprehensive plan helps to safeguard
in the past couple of decades, demographic coordinated growth. Determining what land
trends in Wylie and the Dallas-Fort Worth uses are appropriate within Wylie and where
Metroplex forecast the City for continued such land uses should be located helps to
growth in the decades to come. As a result,this protect the integrity of the City's
update to the City's previous comprehensive neighborhoods, corridors, and natural assets.
plan is meant to be a proactive way for the Ultimately, synchronized land use patterns help
community to identify a unified vision for the to protect private property by maintaining and
City in anticipation for current and future growth enhancing value and protecting property from
trends. incompatible uses.
A city's comprehensive plan is well-defined as a The Wylie Comprehensive Plan examines
long-range planning tool that is intended to be realities of existing conditions, demographic
used by its staff, councils, boards, and residents implications, areas of growth potential and
to guide the community's physical development strategies for improving quality of life.The plan
for 10-20 years.The purpose of a focuses not only on the physical development
comprehensive plan is to serve as a living, of the city, but also the overall goals to become
flexible guide for both current and future a more livable and economically vibrant
decision-makers. The primary intentions of a community.While the plan is visionary and
comprehensive plan include the following: outlines citizens' desires, it is also measurable
by employing implementation-focused
• Efficient delivery of public services, recommendations.
• Coordination of public and private
investment, With significant development pressures,Wylie is
• Minimization of potential conflicts on course for continued growth and
between land uses, improvements in the decades to come. The
Wylie Comprehensive Plan anticipates change
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and proactively addresses major issues, defining How is a Comprehensive Plan
goals and actions that will help to shape the
City. This vision process can help minimize Used?
conflicts in decision-making, which saves time,
money, and resources.This plan will lay the This section describes the various mechanisms
foundation for future improvements and priority used by cities that transform a plan from a
action items. document to a tool.These mechanisms fall into
the three basic categories: regulatory
I Legal Basis for Planning ordinances, financing mechanisms, and city
procedures.
A city's comprehensive plan can be defined as a Regulatory Ordinances
long-range planning tool that is intended to be
used by citizens, decision-makers, and City staff
to guide the growth and physical development Subdivision Regulations
of a community for long periods of time.The
State of Texas has established laws with regard Subdivision regulations direct the division of
to the way in which incorporated communities land into individual lots or parcels prior to
can ensure the health, safety, and welfare of development, and control the design and
their citizens through a comprehensive plan. construction of subdivisions, streets, and
easements. Subdivision regulations apply both
More specifically, the law states:
within a city's limits and extraterritorial
"The governing body of a municipality
jurisdiction (ETJ).
may adopt a comprehensive plan for Zoning Ordinances
the long-range development of the
municipality... A municipality may Zoning regulations are applicable within a city's
define the relationship between a limits and can affect land use integration (mixes
comprehensive p/an and development of uses and lot sizes), site and building design
regulations and may provide standards standards, and required amenities for various
for determining the consistency types of development. Zoning regulations are
required between a plan and not applicable within a city's ETJ.
development regulations."
-Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 213 Financial Mechanisms
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"' * comprehensive plan recommendations that will
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generally require a one-time or initial
i t1 C SAVSIC''t ' investment to be achieved.Typically,this
C`* t funding is applied to large municipal projects
,� t` such as infrastructure improvements and/or land
vv.' Yn`,•\,v acquisition.
3 ;. CN e, o` . ` Annual Budget
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` . �� • ,•`�'`'• 1� The annual budget(or "general fund")supports
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not capital improvements. This funding typically Development Review
L supports city operations and programs.
The usual processes for reviewing and
City Procedures processing zoning amendments, development
plans, and subdivision plats provide significant
City Leadership and Staff opportunities for implementing the
Comprehensive Plan. Zoning,development and
City leadership plays a vital role in achieving the subdivision decisions should be evaluated and
vision of the Comprehensive Plan and weighed against applicable recommendations
implementing policy recommendations. City contained within the Plan. If decisions are made
leaders—such as the City Council and Economic that are inconsistent with the recommendations,
Development Corporation —use the Plan as a the Plan should be amended accordingly in
guide when making development, operational, order to ensure consistency and fairness in
and/or policy decisions. future decision-making.
City staff is also critical to the process of Engineering Studies
implementing Plan recommendations. Staff is
often the first point of contact for citizens and Some recommended policies may require more
developments and can educate the community in-depth analysis. These are typically shown with
about the visions established by the Plan. Staff the implementation mechanism. Generally,
can also proactively submit(before the proper these recommended policies involve
boards and commissions) recommended zoning environmental studies or an analysis of public
and subdivision amendments, as well as other services(water,wastewater, drainage)that may
Comprehensive Plan policy-related be needed as a city continues to develop and
recommendations that may be implemented grow in population.
through resolution or ordinance.
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Local PlansI
2012 Comprehensive Master IIMI-
Plan
On May 8, 2012,the City of Wylie adopted the
2012 Comprehensive Master Plan.The Plan „
contains valuable information and
recommendations regarding the following
elements: �� IP_E ''^ ,•, d ;,.fi--' -
• Development Issues ~'
• Action Steps ' t »Ls
• Land Use Plan ,,
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• Parks and Recreation #,.. _ _
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• Economic Development
• Hazard Mitigation
This Comprehensive Plan builds upon the
aforementioned effort. The Plan also takes into
consideration previous recommendations
outlined in the 2012 effort. r
2019 Parks, Recreation & Open _ •
Space Master Plan •s
The 2019 Parks, Recreation &Open Space
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Master Plan provides direction for park �, •1 -_
expansion, park redevelopment, and new park y;
development to serve the City of Wylie for the ,,;,**• `,
next five to ten years.As a guiding document, t•,`-.
the Master Plan serves as a strategic tool for
fiscal planning and development of Wylie's park '
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As part of the Master Plan, recommendations ,,, -. `* .1' '., , '., a
and concept plans were created to further the >r` ` Ni * ��!
goal of maintaining and improving the City's " _ ; ,:i P H.. ,
high-quality park system.This Comprehensive s ` -- % ' ` .4 eb
Plan takes these recommendations and concept .> , . ; .. •+• ; ., ',1' �, _
plans into consideration to ensure the goals and ' _ - �.
recommendations within this Plan align with - ,- a ,µ =� "�
previous planning efforts made by the City. * . •r - t r '
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2021 Downtown Strategic Plan
As called for in the 2012 Comprehensive Master
Plan,the City of Wylie embarked on the
creation of the 2021 Downtown Strategic Plan Downtown Wylie
with assistance from the North Central Texas Strategic Plan
Council of Governments(NCTCOG)to guide
development and improvements in Downtown.
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Major tasks completed by NCTCOG staff
included data collection, stakeholder and public
involvement, and strategic plan development.
These key tasks were used to assess the existing
conditions of sidewalks, roadways, pedestrian .
experience, lighting, wayfinding, and other
components in Downtown Wylie. Staff created
recommendations for improvements based on
the existing conditions, stakeholder
engagement, public survey responses, and
goals outlined by the City.
When considering Downtown Wylie, this Plan ,'�IWYLIE
took into consideration the recommendations
outlined within this planning effort.
2018 Thoroughfare Plan
In 2018,the City of Wylie adopted the
Thoroughfare Plan to guide street };
improvements in the City in the future. In
addition to identifying future roadway
classifications for the existing roadway network,
new connections were identified to
accommodate increased traffic volumes .-.
expected to occur in the future. For example, a
key connection identified in the Thoroughfare
Plan calls for the extension of Park Boulevard to
Skyview Drive to provide better east-west
connectivity in the City.
This Plan takes into consideration and
incorporates this Thoroughfare Plan into
recommendations and maps. The proposed
classifications and new connections were
considered when determining the Future Land
Use Plan.
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Regional Transportation Plan
The North Central Texas Council of Transit Corridor Projects
Governments(NCTCOG) is a voluntary and non- _
binding association established to "assist local _ - - .r `t.m. ` "'•'
governments in planning for common needs, + •
cooperating for mutual benefit, and W:=` -_---. . >'-` ,
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coordinating for sound regional development." • $' ` o '-
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NCTCOG is the predominant regional planning - • Y ` ,• <•` •
body in North Texas-conducting research, r h i�.
studies, and regional plans related to \ a ' as
transportation, environmental sustainability, and Y •"4'
growth management. Much of this focuses on ' • obir
the rapid growth expected for North Texas in 2045
the years to come. Given that Wylie is a � """` ""-"�" """�
member of NCTCOG's geographical area, it is
important that the City monitor planning efforts
made on behalf of the organization as they have Major Roadway Recommendations
the potential to affect the community. _=�Mama "'• ' soli":".,
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Mobility 2045, adopted in June of 2018, is + d I
NCTCOG's most recent transportation plan. In
addition to planning for a wide range of future • . i �� , ..461
transportation needs, Mobility 2045 provides . •�- ;..... I '11. ,'«►:
projections for future population growth and at,--- (....• / 1. . 4
distribution. Due to Wylie's location in the DFW 1 ` , a ` 1
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Metroplex, several transportation topics are . ���
addressed in Mobility 2045 that may potentially .."-a-;-: lV c N
impact the City. fa__ .,..................,___--
Mobility 2045 recommends future roadway and Roadway Corridors for Future Evaluation
transit improvements to areas in North Texas.
Near Wylie, additional toll road capacity has •" '`"fin
been identified starting at US-75 in Plano and + • • ! A.o.or..„„,...,,,,,.,traveling southeast,terminating in Rockwall. . . =�Additionally, a DART extension has been ormo# • I • • ._..identified for the proposed Cotton Belt Line, M :IS ,
extending east of US-75 to the City of Wylie and ! ''`" • u,,._ ......_.....`. r
terminating at TX-78. The growth that could ` '' _�_�~� •
occur with improvements to the transportation ,•- ,�
network in Collin County and the surrounding w_' ''� Z ,
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region, specifically those dealing with transit 5
services, are factors the City should continue to
monitor to prepare for future growth and
transportation needs.
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As part of Mobility 2045, NCTCOG estimated
the growth of each county in the Metroplex. More recently, NCTCOG has published the
Wylie is within Collin County,which is adjacent following population estimate and projection
to the largest county in DFW, Dallas County, in for Collin County:
terms of population size. According to
NCTCOG's projections, Collin and Dallas 2022: 1,135,060
Counties' populations are anticipated to grow
by a combined 1.6 million by 2045. Based on 2045. 1,789,009
this information,Wylie should continue to
prepare for potential growth in the coming
decades to ensure the type of development its The Collin County Mobility Plan, last updated
community desires. in 2016, estimated an ultimate population
projection for the County between 2.1 and 3.4
million residents.
Figure 1-1. County Population Comparisons
County Popu0lation Population :�—
Collin 951,795 1,689,168 737,373 "" s
Dallas 2,600,408 3,445,204 844,796 =
Denton 804,395 1,346,316 541,920 �.. m I'—
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Totals 7,235,508 11246SC� 4,011023
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Community Engagement Figure 1-2. Community Engagement Process
Process 111
This Envision Wylie comprehensive plan is the '°„ CPAC it
community's plan.The community's input Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee
shaped the plan's recommendations and (CM)kick-off and visioning
priorities. An overview of the primary
community engagement meetings is shown in
Figure 1-2;the full community input results are Community
included in an Appendix available at the
Planning Department _'," Open House#1
Collect open-ended input from the community
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Joint Workshop with the City Council,Planning&
Zoning Commission,and CPAC
CPAC#2 ,,, Review and discuss draft plan goals
dDiscuss potential recommendations
related to housing,special planning
areas.and land use categories
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. Discuss potential recommendations related to the future
"- land use map,land use recommendations,and transpor-
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s° Request feedback on draft plan
recommendations from the community
' Joint Workshop with the City
Council,Planning&Zoning
Commission,and CPAC ,
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r Zoning Commission and City Council for +MI Review the draft plan and revise as needed
y initial feedback based on community input;consider recom-
mending the plan for approval
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Council Public Hearing
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&; Present the revised draft plan to the City Council at a public
CPAC#6 hearing for additional feedback from the Council and the
Refine the draft plan based on community.
direction from the Joint Workshop
Planning&Zoning City Council
Commission Public Hearing irroiPublic Hearing
Conduct a public hearing and consider Conduct a public hearing and
recommending the plan consider adopting the plan
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Chapter 2-
Community Snapshot
Introduction
The purpose of this Community Snapshot
chapter is to understand Wylie's physical, social,
and economic context. Understanding the City's
background and context helps to identify the
community's values, needs, and desires, all of
which affect future growth and development.
Furthermore, information included within this
chapter will lay a foundation for all subsequent
planning decisions.This chapter includes a
discussion and/or analysis of the following:
• Regional Relationship
• Historical Context
• Demographic Profile
• Physical Constraints
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Regional Relationship
Wylie is located primarily in southern Collin
County, but does extend into portions of Dallas
County and Rockwall County.The City is
centrally located between Lavon Lake and Lake ` ;:` `
Ray Hubbard in the northeastern portIwo
ion of the `` � �
Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex,with a significant •
amount of the City Limits having lakefront
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access to Lavon Lake. The City is approximately s.
37 square miles in area, with much of the City's
commercial activity located along the TX-78 ', � ` ,
corridor. Notable cities in close proximity to '' `
Wylie include: �, .
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In recent decades,Wylie has become a � „
bedroom community for major employment
generators in the DFW Metroplex. As the -� "' '- I.
northeastern part olf the Metroplex continues to ,
grow,Wylie is well-positioned to capitalize on
the economic opportunities, such as the
Intermodal center, while continuing to maintain
a high quality of life for current and future
residents.
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Historical Context
The City of Wylie's story begins in 1885 as a
town called Nickelville. Nickelville was a small
North Texas frontier settlement and residents
heard word that the Santa Fe rail line was .
headed in their direction, bringing the potential • .�` -
for added prosperity to the town and region. - -
When the Santa Fe line arrived,the agent and "�
engineer in charge of determining the track }' �' - 'h": ' 'i. •/,r• �
route was Colonel W.D. Wylie who, after _-
numerous surveys, decided to lay the track just - ,
north of Nickelville. _ - . Are:
iDuring this time, Colonel Wylie promised the Ili
residents of Nickelville he would do great things v- • •i °# .,
for the community if it bore his name. The _ r `" ""ii, almr -- .""
convinced residents submitted Wylie's name to •'
town leadership and,when the application for I
the new post office was received in 1886, the a
name became official. A.
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The town was relatively small throughout the � ( l �
w a I .
remainder of the 19th century, but by the mid-
1910s, agriculture became a staple in theik
community as shipping by rail was becomingy"
more and more profitable. Hogs were shipped 1 f, t
weekly, cotton was the leading crop, and onions « ," *s. .11:.a =�o '
soon became a rued commodity. Until the _ s.14. . ,, allti„12t a• i �gAtrA ;
early 1960s,Wylie was known as the "Onion - Irk �, t4 .01 .7..t . as
Capital of the World," and an onion shed could _ r x . , V ..
be found by the Santa Fe tracks. +Ra r r''<
In the 21st century, the City of Wylie has seen x "-
tremendous growth, seeing an increase of --,
roughly 45,000 residents in the last 20 years. No
longer is Wylie the sleepy agriculture �„
community of North Texas, but rather a thriving .�t ,.: Aw
suburban city with a high quality of life, close to `„46Tis �'a.% "I` 11 /Iyoni !1 "F t-°T` 1. 6 " .-Litt.. `{
the tremendous leisure activities and !i+
employment the DFW Metroplex has to offer. °.,_6r I ' .,
s
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Source: City of Wylie
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Demographic Profile Between decennial censuses, the U.S. Census
Bureau conducts an American Community
The purpose of evaluating a community's Survey(ACS), which is an estimate based on a
demographics is to understand its social small sample of randomly selected participants
context, both historically and at the present over a period of several years. While the ACS
time. Understanding the background and data is not as statistically reliable as the
context of a community can help identify its decennial census, it provides a more recent
values, needs, and desires that will affect its estimate of the existing conditions. These data
future growth and development. Demographics sets are taken into account by Esri and are
impact every element of a comprehensive plan, refined further for more accurate up-to-date
from land use to tax revenue to the demand for estimates.
infrastructure and services. Understanding the
'who', 'when', and 'where' of demographic Population Trends
trends can help the City accommodate current
and future needs with a higher degree of In 2022, it was estimated that Wylie had a
population of 60,460 people. Spanning over a
efficiency and accuracy.
century,the City's population has increased
Methodology exponentially. In 1890,the population of the
City was 239 residents. By 1990, the City had
This Plan utilizes historical and forecasted data increased in population by nearly 8,500
from Esri and the U.S. Census Bureau. Esri uses persons. In recent years,the City has seen even
U.S. Census Bureau data as the basis for more growth, with a population increase of
estimates. In regard to the U.S. Census Bureau, 26,295 people from 2000 to 2010 and an
every 10 years a systematic count is conducted increase of 19,033 people from 2010 to 2022.
of the number of people living in the country.
Figure 2-2. City of Wylie Historical Population
65,000
60,000
55,000
50,000
45,000
40,000
35,000
0
30,000
25,000
20,000
15,000
10,000
5,000
1890 1900 1910 1920 1930 1940 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2022
Source: U.S. Census Bureau; North Central Texas Council of Governments(2020 and 2022)
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Household Size
Household size is important when evaluating Figure 2-3. City of Wylie Household Size
future housing types and other land use
decisions. For example, larger households tend 38.7% 26.4% 20.7%
to live in larger housing types to accommodate
the number of people living under one roof. ft it
The City of Wylie's household distribution is
typical of a suburban community in the DFW -
person
Metroplex. As of 2020, the majority of all • • • . Household
households contain three people or more,
indicating a strong familial presence within the 14.2%
community. The average household size within 4-or-more-person 2-person 1-person
Wylie is 3.14 people. Household Household Household
Source: Esri 2020
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Age and Sex Distribution
Age and sex trends within a population can years of age) and a smaller population of older
indicate and project need for services such as residents(50-85+ years of age). It is no surprise
hospitals, parks, schools, and community there are fewer people in the age range of 20-
centers. Age and sex distribution can also help 24 relative to adjacent age groups—one of the
identify what kinds of land uses might be only deviations from the pyramid shape. This is
desirable within a community. For example, a typical of many cities that do not have an
community with a younger population might established higher education or large local
prefer starter and move-up housing. employment presence in which younger adults
move away for college and/or other job
Age distribution in the City follows a relatively opportunities.
normal pyramid shape. This is evident with a
large population of younger residents(0-14
Figure 2-4. City of Wylie Age Pyramid
85+
80-84
75-79
70-74
65-69
60-64
55-59
50-54
45-49
40-44
34-39
30-34
25-29
20-24
15-19
10-14
5-9
0-4
10% 8% 6% 4% 2% 0% 2% 4% 6% 8% 10%
•Wylie Female ■Wylie Male
Source: Esri 2020
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Race and Ethnicity
Figure 2-5. City of Wylie Racial Distribution
Race and ethnicity are factors that help explain 1 -
a community's identity.While the two terms are Race Percentage
often used interchangeably, race is associated
with biological factors, such as facial features or White 64.2%
hair color. According to the U.S. Census Bureau
classifications, racial classifications in the United Black or African American 14.4%
States include, but are not limited to,White, American Indian and Alaska 0.6%
Black, Asian, Pacific Islander, and Native Native
American. Ethnicity is associated with cultural
factors, such as language and traditions. The Asian 9.5%
most common ethnicity in the U.S. is
Hispanic/Latino. Native Hawaiian and Other 0.2%
Pacific Islander
Race Some other race 7.2%
The largest racial group in Wylie is those who Two or more races 3.9%
consider themselves "White", making up 64.2%
of the population. The second largest racial Source: Esri 2020
group is those who consider themselves "Black
or African American", making up 14.4%of the
population. The third largest racial group is
those who consider themselves "Asian",
comprising 9.5%of the population. In addition, Figure 2-6. City of Wylie Ethnic Distribution
elapproximately 7.2%of residents consider
themselves "Some other race".
18.7%
Ethnicity
In regard to the ethnic makeup of Wylie, 81.3%
of people identify as "Not Hispanic or Latino",
while 18.7% responded as "Hispanic or Latino".
In Collin County, 15.7% of people identify as
"Hispanic or Latino".This varies from the State
of Texas in which roughly 40% of individuals
identify as Hispanic.
81.3%
■ Not Hispanic or Latino • Hispanic or Latino
Source: Esri 2020
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L Educational Attainment
The educational attainment of a community can _ �-
be an indicator of the types of jobs in the v""`'
region, and can provide general information -4
about the skills and abilities of the local
workforce. Knowledge of workforce
composition can also help a city target and '� COLLIN
recruit certain types of businesses. Highly 4 tb , - l'(,; COLLEGE
educated communities typically attract high- _
�� ���a -. -�--:- Wylie Campus -
paying jobs and upscale businesses. <<1. ,,,,,:;.np ,,
Wylie has similar metrics compared to the State `
of Texas,with the largest difference evident in _..„
the number of residents that hold a bachelor's ----�....... ........ "^�"""`
degree. The ratio of residents in Wylie who hold
a bachelor's degree is approximately seven
percentage points greater than the State of
Texas. The majority of residents in Wylie have
completed at least some college coursework,
indicating Wylie is a highly educated community
relative to the state.
IL Figure 2-7. City of Wylie Educational Attainment
30%
25%
20%
15%
10%
5%
0% II I II I
Less than 9th 9th to 12th High school Some college, Associate's Bachelor's Graduate or
grade grade, no graduate no degree degree degree professional
diploma degree
■Wylie ■Texas
Source: Esri 2020
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Employment Characteristics
Resident Occupations -8,700 people work in Wylie but live elsewhere
Every job that is available in the U.S. falls into -24,700 people live in Wylie but work elsewhere
one of ten categories, as defined by both the
U.S. Census Bureau and the Bureau of Labor 1,400 people live and work in Wylie
Statistics. These categories are: Source: U.S. Census OnTheMao 2019
• Professional;
• Management/Business/Financial; Workers who live in the City are employed in a
• Administrative Support; variety of occupations. Approximately 28.8%of
• Services; residents work in Professional occupations.
• Sales; In addition, residents who work in
• Construction/Extraction; Management/Business/Financial occupations
• Transportation/Material Moving; make up 16.5%while 14.8%of residents work in
• Production; Administrative Support occupations.These
• Installation/Maintenance/Repair; and three occupations make up roughly 60% of all
• Farming/Forestry/Fishing. jobs worked by Wylie's residents.The majority
of the remaining 40%of jobs worked by
Worker occupation aids in measuring the kinds residents of the City are in the Services and
of work that employ a community's citizens. Sales occupations.
Note that this is an assessment of the
employment of Wylie's residents, rather than an
assessment of employment located within the
City.
Figure 2-8. City of Wylie Resident Occupations
Professional 28.8%
Management/Business/Financial 16.5%
Administrative Support 14.8%
Services 11.5%
Sales ,N 11.1%
Construction/Extraction _ 4.7%
Transportation/Material Moving _, 4.6%
Production - 4.1%
Installation/Maintenance/Repair 3.9%
Farming/Forestry/Fishing 0.0%
0 1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000 5,000 6,000 7,000 8,000 9,000
Jobs
Source: Esri 2020
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Employers in Wylie Median Household Income
Compared to the previous section,the Median household income is the household
following is a detailed overview of the industries income earned in which half of the homes in the
for jobs physically located within Wylie rather community earn more and half earn less.
than the occupations of its residents. Compared to average household income,
Understanding the types and distribution of median household income tends to be a more
jobs within the City allows one to understand accurate portrayal of a typical household's
predominant industries. According to the U.S. income as outliers do not affect the resulting
Census Bureau, 10,157 jobs are located within income. Understanding the median household
Wylie (2019). As shown in Figure 2-9, the largest income of a community is important as it can
percentages of jobs in the City of Wylie are in identify services that individuals and their
the Retail Trade and Manufacturing industries, families can afford. In addition, median income
making up 35% of all jobs located within Wylie. can help identify goals that a city might desire
to achieve. In Wylie, the median household
income is$94,662—significantly higher than the
state's median household income of$60,820.
Figure 2-9. Industry of Jobs Located in the City of Wylie
Retail Trade 18%
Manufacturing 17%
Health Care and Social Assistance 11%
Construction 11%
Accommodation and Food Services 10%
Utilities 9%
Public Administration -■ 5%
Administration &Support,Waste Management and... 4%
Professional,Scientific,and Technical Services 3%
Other Services(excluding Public Administration) 3%
Wholesale Trade - 2%
Finance and Insurance - 2%
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing - 2%
Information ■ 1%
Educational Services ■ 1%
Transportation and Warehousing . 1%
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting , 1%
Management of Companies and Enterprises ' 0%
Arts, Entertainment,and Recreation ' 0%
Mining,Quarrying,and Oil and Gas Extraction ( 0%
0% 2% 4% 6% 8% 10% 12% 14% 16% 18% 20%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau 2019
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Physical Constraints
A number of factors, both natural and
constructed, impact how Wylie can grow and
develop. For example,the City limits, water
bodies,floodplains, natural resources, and
major thoroughfares impact/influence future
development. By understanding these factors
and impediments, the City can better
understand its potential to grow as well as
where that growth might occur.The map on the
following page identifies physical constraints in
Wylie and the surrounding area.
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Natural Constraints
Topography
Wylie has a high point elevation of roughly 570
feet and a low point elevation of roughly 440
feet, indicating an elevation difference of about
130 feet within the City. Higher elevations are
generally in the western portion of the City's
limits while lower elevations are generally in the
eastern portion of the City's limits. Changes in
elevation will be important when considering
developable land and stormwater planning.
Water Bodies, Streams, and Floodplains
Wylie is unique in that it is a lakeside community
with lakefront access to Lavon Lake, and is in
close proximity to Lake Ray Hubbard. Given s`
Wylie's proximity to two major lakes in the DFW - •
Metroplex, there are multiple tributaries and ..'`
rivers in or in close proximity to the City.
The East Fork of the Trinity River flows south
from Lake Lavon to Lake Ray Hubbard,flowing
through portions of Wylie's eastern City limits. • .
Multiple tributaries of Lake Ray Hubbard like
Muddy Creek and Cottonwood Creek flow
through the southern portion of Wylie's City
limits.
As with all major rivers and tributaries, large `
amounts of floodplain are associated with the � •• :a
streams flowing through Wylie.This is important r
to consider as stringent development
regulations have been put in place by the
Federal Emergency Management Agency's
(FEMA) National Flood Insurance Program
(NFIP). In most cases, developers tend to avoid
these areas in order to avoid incurring costs
associated with bringing a building up to the
standards required by the NFIP.
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Constructed Constraints positive image. In addition, it is important that
City staff and City leadership consider future
City Boundaries improvements that are expected to occur on
these roadways. Although TX-78 is managed
Currently,the City limits comprise about 37 and maintained by the Texas Department of
square miles. Approximately five percent of the Transportation (TxDOT), it is important that the
City remains undeveloped,with about 10 to 15 City monitor improvements as it will have a
percent of the City available for redevelopment, significant impact on development within the
indicating the City can accommodate growth City.
within its current boundaries. In addition,there
are portions of the City's extraterritorial
jurisdiction (ETJ)that can accommodate growth
- particularly in the southern and northeastern
portions of the ETJ. is*,
Major Thoroughfares r„.�
111 re
Major thoroughfares are roadways identified as
regional and local routes, providing mobility !!
over long distances. These roadways differ ,
compared to roads located in places like ' _ _•
subdivisions as they are meant to provide -
mobility for higher volumes of traffic at relatively
high speeds. In Wylie, TX-78 is the major -���
regional thoroughfare, with a southwest to
northeast alignment. Other roadways that may
not constitute regional thoroughfares but are
worth noting include Ballard Avenue, Country
Club Road, and FM-544. These roadways "`
provide adequate north-south and east-west
mobility, with Ballard Avenue acting as the r
primary boulevard into Downtown Wylie. 4 t ,ift_ �` ` ? ;mH
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These roadways provide major benefits to the {
community, including access and connectivity f " _
within and through Wylie, economic
'
development potential due to undeveloped �= ��
frontage, and a wide range of opportunities to >
continue to create a positive image of Wylie for ` wor ,
thousands of people traveling in the City each
day. These roadways are critical beyond serving _ , .
as connectors;they also provide land prime for
development opportunities and establishing a cT
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Chapter 3:
H ousin g & Neighborhoods
Introduction
Communities are defined by their ~
neighborhoods. Retail, commercial, and other
employment centers provide jobs and the
foundation for our economy. Residential areas
are where we live, raise families, and invest in
private property. Each of Wylie's
neighborhoods face different challenges and
opportunities. Neighborhood revitalization is a
complex issue because it must be respectful of f
the physical structure itself and the people who
live in it, including their physical and financial
abilities to maintain the property's integrity.
This section of the Envision Wylie
Comprehensive Plan provides an analysis of
existing neighborhoods,followed by goals and
strategies for future housing needs to ensure
that Wylie continues to be a desirable and
welcoming community for years to come.
Community Input Themes Related to
Housing & Neighborhoods
We need more entry level housing options for Smaller homes and lots should be reviewed
singles and small families through the Planned Development(PD)process
We need more options for seniors who We need more large Downtown mixed-use
would like to downsize to smaller houses honk for families houusina should be higher-end
development
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Existing Housing &
Neighborhood Characteristics
Understanding the existing housing conditions
within a community is helpful in determining Census Terminology
appropriate goals and recommendations to
ensure there is housing that can serve current 1-unit,det,--=d=Traditional single-family home
and future residential needs.
1-unit,attached=Duplexes or townhomes that
Housing Choices share a ground-to-roof wall
"Housing choices" refers to the variety of 2 or more units=Units that are not separated by
housing types that exist in Wylie today. As a ground-to-roof wall(e.g.,stacked units,triplex,
shown in Figure 3-1,the majority(83%) of quadplex,traditional apartments)
dwelling units in Wylie are traditional detached
single-family homes, compared to 65%
statewide and 69% in Collin County. The next
most common housing types include
mobile/manufactured homes and multifamily
buildings with 20 or more units.
Figure 3-1. City of Wylie Housing Types
2%
1%
1%
1%
2%
4%
7%
0%
• 1-unit, detached • 1-unit, attached ■2 units
3 or 4 units • 5 to 9 units • 10 to 19 units
• 20 or more units • Mobile home • Boat, RV, van, etc.
Source: ACS 2015-2019
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Housing Age & Neighborhood il
Conditions
The age of housing within a community can be ,
helpful in understanding when most structures
were built—providing insights into generally
when housing and infrastructure will begin to 4
reach the end of its useful life if no significant
reinvestments are made. In many instances, as is I;
the case with Wylie, a large portion of a city's
housing is built in a concentrated time period.
For the City of Wylie, roughly 50%of all housing a�
was built between 2000 to 2009. Given this, it ,. toe ,-
will be important for the City to take proactive
measures to ensure those neighborhoods
continue to be high quality in the following Repair Needed" include the historic
decades. neighborhoods in and around Downtown and
South Ballard Avenue, the manufactured home
Figure 3-4 on the following page displays park at McMillen Drive and McCreary Road, and
conditions on a neighborhood scale, the neighborhoods in and around Kirby and
considering the general exterior conditions of a Ballard. It is important to note that these
typical home and property within the area. Most designations are high-level assessments and
of the housing in Wylie is considered "Sound", may not apply to every dwelling in the
which aligns with newer construction. The neighborhood.
neighborhoods designated as "Potential Minor
Figure 3-3. City of Wylie Year of Home Construction
1939 or earlier
1940 to 1949 '
1950 to 1959
1960 to 1969
1970 to 1979
1980 to 1989 —■
1990 to 1999
2000 to 2009
2010 or later
0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40% 45% 50%
Source: Esri 2020
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Home Ownership
Understanding the ratio of owner-occupied and Figure 3-5. City of Wylie Renter vs. Owner
renter-occupied housing units within a Occupied Housing
community can be extremely valuable. This ratio
can help determine the resiliency of existing
housing stock as homeownership is considered 18.7%
to be a long-term purchase by most.
Of Wylie's existing housing stock, 78.2% is
owner-occupied.The remaining 18.7% is
comprised of housing units that are renter-
occupied. This differs from the State of Texas in
which it is estimated that 62.3%of homes are
owner-occupied and 37.7% are renter- 78.2%
occupied.
■ Renter-occupied Housing Units
■Owner-occupied Housing Units
Source: Esri 2020
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Housing & Neighborhoods Strategy H1b. Develop and implement
Goals & Strategies neighborhood enhancement programs
and initiatives to help facilitate and
improve neighborhood quality.
Goal H1 . Preserve Wylie's
existing neighborhoods. Neighborhood clean-up days can be beneficial
to neighborhood quality. The City should reach
Strategy H1a. Continue proactive code out to local nonprofits, HOAs, and other
enforcement efforts and identify organizations, and develop a calendar to
resources available to residents who schedule volunteer clean-up days. These efforts
can address litter, minor repairs, and
may need assistance addressing
violations.
landscaping maintenance,which improve the
appearance of a neighborhood. Coordinated
Code enforcement plays a critical role in efforts can generate excitement, encourage
preserving the quality of life in residential areas. participation, and support consistency
The City should continue the current proactive throughout the year. Develop and maintain a
code enforcement practice to assist in webpage on the City's website that outlines
maintaining neighborhoods over time. steps to organizing a volunteer event, including
Additionally, innovative policies should be how to schedule a date on the City's calendar.
examined and tested where applicable, such as: Rewarding well-maintained yards through a
"yard of the month" designation can also
• Partnering with local volunteer support this initiative.
organizations who could assist some
residents address minor violations,
perhaps due to the financial burden or Neighborhood Clean Up
lack of the physical ability required to - . .firft
address some issues, or
• A need-based grant program that can t (ii-
be used to assist in paying for larger Iles
.. ... ,g/Plit At ' ' 'repairs that require professional '' %i-,. fw _ ,
'services.
y t'1
These and similar approaches could resolve it. . ,g
violations, keep neighborhoods vibrant, and I« _• . .
avoid fines that may increase an existing 4 "` .i
financial hardship. .e. '4 �/ •.,..
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Strategy H1c. Promote aesthetic Unlike some municipalities,the City of Wylie
improvements for existing provides the community the benefit of the City
neighborhoods to create visual appeal being responsible for maintaining sidewalks
and foster a sense of community. along public streets; however, not all residents
are aware that repairs can be requested at no
Retrofitting features into existing charge. Consider occasional social media
neighborhoods can help to maintain and updates(e.g., "did you know...") regarding the
enhance the existing quality. Evaluate City's services that are available to maintain
opportunities to install welcoming entryway quality neighborhoods. Also, consider
signage, enhanced native landscaping along expanding the existing information on the City's
prominent corridors, and distinctive branded website to clarify that residents can request
signage within neighborhoods.This effort could repairs from the City.
be achieved as a capital improvement project
and/or through coordination with individual
homeowners' associations(HOAs). At least one
retrofit project should be completed per year.
Enhanced Neighborhood Entryway
Temporary signs(i.e., "bandit signs")that are
often placed within and along the right-of-way `
can create visual clutter and promote an
undesirable neighborhood image. Strengthen
sign regulations to the extent possible to
alleviate this issue. Small,temporary signs
should be allowed only as required by State or ;4 "
Federal Law.
Strategy H1d. Ensure that the City's
property exhibits the desired level of
standard for property maintenance.
City-owned property can set the tone for the
community's image, particularly along corridor
rights-of-way. Ensuring that this property is well
maintained encourages private property owners
to maintain their property to a similar standard.
Develop a "sponsor a highway" (or corridor)
program supplementing existing City right-of-
way clean-up efforts to maintain a positive
image.
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f Goal H2. Encourage compatible Strategy H2b. Investigate methods for
him infill and redevelopment in the demolition of dilapidated structures.
aging neighborhoods. Some homes may be deteriorated beyond
repair and require demolition for safety
Strategy H2a. Review the Zoning purposes. Additionally,the City proactively
Regulations to ensure compatible infill clearing the lot encourages future private
development in existing investment in developing the property, since
neighborhoods. there would be no costs required to remove an
existing dilapidated structure.The City should
As neighborhoods mature and begin to investigate whether a land banking program
redevelop over time, a change in residential would be beneficial. The City could take over
character can occur—often through either ownership of a property in exchange for
increased densities or through substantially clearing unpaid taxes and/or removing an
larger single-family homes. Review and update unsafe structure, and selling the land at a
the current Zoning Regulations to strengthen reduced rate to encourage investment in
requirements for any construction be desired development types.
compatible with the neighborhood or future
residential goals.
Incompatible Infill Development
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Goal H3. Incorporate amenities
and design features in future Street Trees
developments to encourage
high-quality neighborhoods. `.
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Strategy H3a. Encourage the ,i�8
programming of open space with "}'; ,w ' r
»shaded areas and trail connections in "
future development.
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The current Subdivision Ordinance requires the "
dedication of parkland for public recreational ,l.
space. Consider expanding the regulations to 4 c,. f` l 4,
require the improvement of the parkland with '
play, shade, and/or picnic equipment(or a fee
in lieu of installing the improvements).
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Additionally, the Ordinance should require the I '
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dedication/construction of trails in accordance
with the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space w$
Master Plan.
-Strategy H3b. Identify corridors with ` " % `
high pedestrian traffic and provide ,'
street trees in high-priority areas to ..
increase pedestrian comfort. ""''
Street trees-those that line the sidewalks,
usually found between the sidewalk and the
street-provide numerous benefits.The trees __ s -
improve the appearance of corridors, help to "`=- l
reduce the urban heat island effect, offer shade s' °'"
to pedestrians, and create a protective buffer "" -"~�~ `e._`:;
for pedestrians from nearby traffic. Many streets +► ' -
in Wylie, however, do not have street trees in ,,7.04" . ,
place today. The City should conduct an •A' —... s
inventory of the streets that are currently tree- '"`' IV-a',
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lined, and plan to install trees along the _ r "'
remaining streets where appropriate, prioritizing
high pedestrian areas.
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Strategy H3c. Incorporate communal Strategy Had. Use the Planned
open space elements for an increased Development (PD) process to
sense of community. encourage innovative residential
developments.
While the current Subdivision Ordinance
requires the dedication of parkland,the Planned Developments(PDs) are a zoning tool
regulations could specify whether the intended to allow innovative or unique
requirements are for Neighborhood Parks development that cannot otherwise be
intended to serve a specific neighborhood, or accommodated by the City's codes. The PD
for Community Parks that serve the entire process enables the City to negotiate with an
community, or for both. Options could be to applicant and consider various trade-offs to
require the dedication of land for a meet both parties' needs. The City should
Neighborhood Park when a subdivision is continue to use this process to achieve
developed, and an additional fee in lieu of land desirable development objectives, such as
dedication to help fund the development of a housing variety, infill development, enhanced
larger Community Park. As an alternative to open space, and low-impact development.
Neighborhood Parks, a series of small Pocket
Parks(approximately one acre) may be desirable
for improved access and unique facilities;
however,this can pose a maintenance
challenge. Covered pavilions and similar
facilities would help meet the communities
desire of communal open space.The inclusion
of open space should be a key consideration
when evaluating Planned Developments(PDs).
Park Amenities
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Land Use & Design
Introduction . - 41,� zv
The purpose of this chapter is to plan for the
future land use pattern in Wylie.This begins
with an evaluation of the existing land uses in 0 --�R ' .. w. ,....-: ::n -
Wylie today. Next,future land use categories � Q► x`
were developed to address new development ILY
and any anticipated redevelopment, driven by t L .
the community's goals.
The pattern of land uses in Wylie has evolved ', i.
over many years to serve its residents. The R�
acreage used for various uses is largely �. T i7.
determined by the market demand; however, __
regulatory approaches can shape whether the -a-"IT
_" � .. '�''
A
market can act on the demands.This section �` .
uses existing land uses, physical features, - !
market trends, and community input to guide ip
a 10,
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land use planning and strategies. '
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The chapter also outlines strategies to help ,-w ctiAr^' � `. ` " "
achieve the community's vision for its build
environment, and additional planning
considerations such as population projections
and ultimate build-out projections.
Community Input Themes Related to We should the use of our
and plan for more
Land Use & Design future recreational opportunities
We should preserve We need r<'>entertain- We need more local The lakefront is
our ;a=nsity for teens ,g options and lerutilized
atmosphere and families nightlife
A business or office park would We should preserve the We should use non-monetary
help to ' rease local emir, ;, lakeshore,green spaces,and our incentives to ,courage
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0%
Existing Land Use &
Characteristics 10%
This section provides an analysis of the existing 20% 38%
land use patterns present in Wylie today.The
analysis includes the area within the City limits 30%
and within the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ).
40%
Figure 4-1 indicates the number of acres within
each existing land use category within the City, 50%
ETJ, and the total planning area (City limits and
ETJ combined). Excluding Right-of-Way and 60%
Lake Lavon,the largest land uses today are
Single-Family(38 percent), Parks and Open
Space(23 percent) and Vacant(19 percent). 70%
80%
90% 19%
100%
Figure 4-1. Existing Land Use Distribution
tam Existing Land Use City ETJ Total Planning % of Planning
Category Area Area*
Single-FamilyI
4,078 2,658 6,736 38%
Two Family 18 0.0 18 0.1%
Townhome 16 0.0 16 0.1%
Multi-Family 125 0.0 125 1%
Manufactured Homes 220 204 424 2%
Retail 394 8 401 2%
',.!` Office 34 0.0 34 0.2%
Commercial 301 274 576 3%
Industrial 686 7 693 4%
Public/Semi-Public 1,167 52 1,219 7%
I Parks and Open Space 4,031 110 4,141 23%
Utilities 54 16 70 0.4%
Right-of-Way 1,928 277 2,204 -
Lake Lavon 9,563 434 9,997 -
Vacant 1,263 2,089 3,353 19%
Total 23,879 6,128 30,007 -
*Excludes Right-of-Way and Lake Lavon
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Figure 4-2. Existing Land Use Map
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Future Land Use
The Future Land Use (FLU) map, shown in 0%
Figure 4-5 on the following page, is a graphic 5%
representation of the recommended land use 10%
pattern in the City and its ETJ. It is intended to
guide future land use decisions and 20%
infrastructure planning as development and
redevelopment occur. The map is a long-range 47%
vision and is not necessarily the land uses that
30%
exist today.
40%
The FLU map provides guidance and helps to
inform development decisions; however, it is 50%
not the City's zoning map, which regulates the
use of land. The FLU map is also not the 60%
endpoint of discussions, but rather an important
element to evaluate along with other site- or 70%
conditions-specific considerations.
80%
The FLU map depicts nine land use categories.
The pages following the map describe the main 90%
purpose of each category, any secondary
L purposes, and associated development
characteristics. 100%
Figure 4-4. Future Land Use Distribution
Total % of
Future Land Use Category City ETJ Planning Planning
Area Area*
Low-Density Residential 828 61 890 5%
Medium-Density Residential 4,021 4,227 8,248 47%
:, High-Density Residential 443.1 29 472 3%
'ry Special Planning Areas 67 45 112 1%
Downtown 45 0.0 45 0.3%
Local Commercial 160 38 197 1%
Regional Commercial 807 228 1,034 6%
Industrial 1,292 31 1,324 7%
Public/Semi-Public 613 25 638 4%
1 Parks and Open Space 4,077 687 4,764 27%
Right-of-Way 1,964 323 2,287 -
Lake Lavon 9,563 434 9,997 -
Total 23,879 6,128 30,007 -
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Figure 4-5. Future Land Use Map
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Future Land Use Categories
Low-Density Residential
Main Purpose: Provide areas for detached
single-family homes on large lots. ` ''...-,
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Secondary Purpose: Provide limited locations
for nonresidential development that serves
adjacent neighborhoods(e.g., convenience
stores, dry cleaners). Local Commercial uses
may be appropriate at the intersections of major
or secondary thoroughfares.
Characteristics: Large, estate lots preserving
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Wylie's rural character and promoting new
developments designed with the same rural
character. Nonresidential uses should be
compatible with surrounding neighborhoods
and in locations limited to arterial roadways.
Medium-Density Residential
Main Purpose: Provide areas for detached _ `
single-family homes on medium-sized lots. U
Secondary Purpose: Provide limited -I nonresidential development that serves ��_
adjacent neighborhoods(e.g., convenience —` I411
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stores, dry cleaners).
Characteristics: Medium-sized lots preserving
Wylie's existing character and promoting new
developments designed with the same
suburban style. Nonresidential uses should be ,.
compatible with surrounding neighborhoods
and in locations limited to arterial roadways. ‘N.
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High-Density Residential � ° `
Main Purpose: Provide areas for housing types '� �` .� ,
such as townhomes, duplexes, or apartments. it ,-. .,• "-
Secondary Purpose: Provide limited r i < "'°
nonresidential development that serves the
adjacent neighborhoods(e.g., convenience ' � �U�
stores, dry cleaners). _ `ru. UL *,_ *_ '• ' ,.
Characteristics: Developments will provide
housing options and have elements of open
space and walkability. High-Density Residential
neighborhoods should be compatible with any
adjacent single-family neighborhoods.
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Main Purpose: Build upon the existing l x ; .r 11
Downtown development pattern by ' is
encouraging appropriate infill and
redevelopment of similar uses.
Secondary Purpose: Preserve and promote *Os .,:
Downtown as the cultural center and key im ®e " • 'g
economic driver for Wylie. !•`- ' _��� , !+.,
Characteristics: Mixed-use development _
aligned around historic Downtown Wylie and
North Ballard Avenue. Development in this area '''n11.ErE L k +�1M1 .y
should improve pedestrian spaces and
pedestrian connectivity to surrounding
e
neighborhoods to sustain and enhance an �!s ,' - �'� :o ;; ^ M '
enjoyable and vibrant Downtown. i i ` ..l_ j -, F _
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Special Planning Areas
Several Special Planning Areas(SPAs) have
been designated to identify where unique
opportunities exist for quality, master-planned
developments.The rationale and potential ti=
vision for each SPA is outlined below.
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Special Planning Area #1 — FM 544
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SPA#1 is one of the few remaining large vacant - f
tracts along a major thoroughfare in Wylie.This _
site provides an opportunity for desirable E
development to serve the Wylie community and
for the City to generate additional sales tax
revenue.This area is envisioned as a walkable,
attractive, mixed-use destination with ground Special Planning Area #3—Avalon Park
level shops and offices with the potential for SPA#3 is a currently vacant area located south
residential uses on the upper levels. of Avalon Park. This site provides a distinctive
Special Planning Area #2—South Ballard opportunity due to its proximity to the lake and
park and its large size. Appropriate potential
SPA#2 generally follows the boundaries of the uses could include a mixed use development,
existing South Ballard Overlay District. The commercial development to capitalize on the
purpose of the district is to provide a pedestrian friendly atmosphere for the community that
nearby lake, or expanded parkland. Additional
study is recommended to determine the best
expands upon the architectural character of use for this site, evaluating considerations such
as infrastructure or regulatory limitations.
nearby Downtown Wylie. The proposed SPA
boundary expands the boundary slightly west
toward Birmingham Street.As stated within the
zoning district regulations, this area should
include mixed-use, single-family attached, and
multi-family development with enhanced
pedestrian elements and a reduced emphasis
on parking.
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L. Local Commercial
Main Purpose: Provide small-scale commercial,
retail, and office uses that are compatible with
and serve adjacent neighborhoods.
Secondary Purpose: None. IT
Characteristics: Single-story nonresidential uses r•
that often serve as a buffer between r
neighborhoods and more intense uses. `
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Regional Commercial
Main Purpose: Provide areas to allow for a
broad range of commercial, retail, and office
uses oriented toward major roadways. `
Secondary Purpose: Heavy commercial or light ✓''
industrial uses may be appropriate depending /. k
on compatibility with surrounding uses. '` -
Characteristics: Single- or multi-story 001 I:1
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nonresidential uses that maximize major
roadway frontage and intersection traffic and i
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visibility. ''
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Industrials.° .
Main Purpose: Provide areas for light industrial,
heavy commercial, office, and flex-space . .,
development and related uses. ' „ . .
Secondary Purpose: None.
Characteristics: These areas contain by "r►. �-
nonresidential uses of high intensity,typically
involving industrial processes, and often located ` }4 '.� - "`
along rail lines and major thoroughfares. ' t ti X z
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Public/Semi-Public
Main Purpose: Designate existing
governmental facilities(City, County, etc.),
educational facilities, and places of worship.
Secondary Purpose: None.
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Characteristics: Public facilities should portray a
positive image of the community, with quality
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stone/brick materials and artistic features when
possible, such as the City Hall/Public Library
facility.
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391 Country Club Road
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Parks & Open Space
Main Purpose: Designate existing and planned
parks and open space areas to serve the
community.
Secondary Purpose: None.
Characteristics: May be dedicated active
recreation, passive open space, or floodplain. w
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Population Projections & Figure 4-9 estimates the ultimate capacity, or
"build-out", of the City, ETJ, and the combined
Ultimate Capacity planning area.Assuming the currently vacant
areas develop as shown in the Future Land Use
Figure 4-8 shows the City's population Map,the combined planning area could
projections through 2040 based on four accommodate about 90,000 residents.
different growth scenarios ranging from one to
four percent. For planning purposes, an
estimated growth rate of two percent is Figure 4-8. Population Projections
recommended.This rate is based on previous Growth Rate
growth rates(1.87%for 2010-2020 from the Year 1.0% 2.0% 3.0% 4.0%
City's building permits) and regional projections
(1.79%for 2020-2040 from the Texas Water 2022 60,460 60,460 60,460 60,460
Development Board). This rate would result in a 2025 62,915 65,444 68,048 70,730
population of about 88,000 residents in 2040.
2030 66,124 72,255 78,887 86,053
2035 69,497 79,776 91,451 104,697
2040 73,042 88,079 106,017 127,380
Figure 4-9. Ultimate Capacity Estimate
Currently Characteristics Future Future Future
Future Land Use Vacant Approx. Occ. Housing House- Pop-
Acres DUA Rate* PPH* Units holds ulation
City
Low-Density Residential 277 1.5 96.9% 3.14 415 402 1,264 ' j
Medium-Density Residential 458 3 96.9% 3.14 1,374 1,332 4,182
High-Density Residential 9 12 96.9% 3.14 102 99 310
Special Planning Areas 16 8 96.9% 3.14 129 125 392
Ultimate Capacity in Vacant Areas in the City 6,148
Current Population in the City 60,460
Ultimate Capacity in the City 66,608
ETJ
Low-Density Residential 9 1.5 96.9% 3.14 13 12 39
Medium-Density Residential 1,358 3 96.9% 3.14 4,073 3,947 12,393
High-Density Residential 2 12 96.9% 3.14 29 28 88
Special Planning Areas 46 8 96.9% 3.14 364 353 1,108
Ultimate Capacity in Vacant Areas in the ETJ 13,627
Current Population in the ETJ 11,261
Ultimate Capacity in the ETJ 24,888
Combined Planning Area
Low-Density Residential 285 1.5 96.9% 3.14 428 415 1,303
Medium-Density Residential 1,816 3 96.9% 3.14 5,447 5,279 16,575
High-Density Residential 11 12 96.9% 3.14 131 127 398
Special Planning Areas 62 8 96.9% 3.14 493 478 1,499
Ultimate Capacity in Vacant Areas in the Combined Planning Area 19,775
Current Population in the Combined Planning Area 70,058
Ultimate Capacity in the Combined Planning Area 89,833
*2020 Esri occupancy rate and persons per household estimates
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Land Use & Design Goals & Strategy LU1b. Consider this plan when
Strategies evaluating future rezonings or
development plans, with an emphasis
Goal LU1 . Use the FLU map and on achieving the overall vision for the
community.
strategies contained within this
comprehensive plan when Although the Future Land Use map is not a
zoning map, it is intended to guide decisions
making development decisions. regarding potential rezonings.The Planning&
Zoning Commission and City Council should
Strategy LU 1 a. Review and update the continue to reference the FLU map and the
existing zoning ordinance and goals and policies contained herein, particularly
subdivision regulations to align with this when reviewing zoning requests.
plan's recommendations.
Strategy LU 1 c. Develop a procedure,
The zoning ordinance and subdivision
regulations are two of the most important process, or policy to review when
mechanisms for implementing a comprehensive considering a proposal that is
plan. Generally speaking,the zoning ordinance inconsistent with the plan.
controls land use types and site design,while This plan seeks to identify recommendations
the subdivision regulations control the dividing that are reflective of the community's vision for
of land and installation of public improvements its future and in the community's best interest;
to serve development.The City should evaluate however,the City may receive future
the existing regulations against plan development proposals that may not align
recommendations to identify possible exactly with the plan's stated recommendations
amendments that could support the
community's vision. For the zoning ordinance and policies that may still help achieve the
specially, investigate the need to add land uses community's overall vision expressed in the
plan. Additionally, new development types and
to the use chart and potential new zoning patterns may emerge after this plan's adoption
districts to incorporate recommendations. For that may be appropriate within Wylie.The City
the subdivision regulations, evaluate if should establish criteria for evaluating proposals
infrastructure design standards(roads, that are not consistent with the plan. The criteria
sidewalks, etc.) need to be updated to align would serve as a way to communicate to the
with the plan's recommendations. public why a development project should be
supported.
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Goal LU2. Promote Wylie's sense Additionally, City-branded banners attached to
streetlight posts are appropriate in areas with
of community identity and small-
pedestrian traffic.The City currently has
town charm. branded banners in some locations; however,
expanding the signage to additional locations
Strategy LU2a. Plan for capital with City or area-specific branding may be
improvements that contribute to the appropriate. Encourage local businesses to
sense of community, such as enhanced sponsor the banners with the business name
gateways and corridor banners. added to the banner to offset the cost.
Unique design features can help to define a
community's identity, indicating to someone
that they have entered the City of Wylie and Existing Gateway Signage
creating a consistent theme and sense of place td t'i f ,
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throughout the community. #' , z'''
Gateways are typically placed at the entryway
into the City, incorporating a design and
materials that reflect the City's branding. , "
Gateways typically include a sign, enhanced
landscaping, lighting, and/or public art.
Gateways are often categorized into primary
and secondary, with the larger primary •
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gateways located along the most heavily {
traveled and higher speed roadways and
smaller secondary gateways along moderately
traveled corridors.
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placed in the median along SH 78 entering into " " `'""" °- imam
the southern boundary of the City. '� .
Enhancements should be considered to
increase the presence into that of a primary .. . .- - {
gateway, including landscaping and possibly ,,:,.
public art. Another primary gateway would be
appropriate along SH 78 at the northern entry
into the City,with secondary gateways along
corridors that connect to neighboring
communities such as FM 544 and Woodbridge
Parkway.
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Strategy LU2b. Define the desired Highway Corridors
public and private aesthetics for
Downtown, Highway, Suburban, and An example of a Highway Corridor would be SH
Rural Corridors. 78. Highway Corridors typically include larger
scale developments(e.g., "big box"
The term "corridor" is used herein to describe development or office headquarters). Buildings
the area within the public right-of-way(including with larger setbacks are more common, with
streets, any medians, pedestrian amenities, taller commercial signage for visibility. The
landscaping, lighting), as well as the private development is generally more auto oriented
realm (including building heights, setbacks, and but includes comfortable pedestrian
site design). Corridors play a major role in connections from parking areas to building
establishing a community's identity, framing the entrances.
development pattern and creating the view
from the street for residents and visitors. For Suburban Corridors
this reason, it is important that the corridors
project a positive image that is reflective of Suburban Corridors are the most common in
Wylie's character. Wylie, exemplified by Brown Street or
Woodbridge Parkway. These corridors are
Additionally, different corridor types should typically auto oriented, although development
have different characteristics.The following should include a well-connected pedestrian
section outlines recommended elements that network between uses. Commercial signs
may be appropriate for each corridor type. should be lower heights with multi tenant
consolidated signage encouraged.
Downtown Corridors
Rural Corridors
North Ballard Avenue is the prime example of a
Rural Corridors are present near the periphery
Downtown Corridor. Development is the most
urban in nature, with one-to two-story buildings of Wylie, such as Country Club Road. These
abutting the sidewalks and parking located corridors are important to retaining the natural,
either on street or behind the buildings. rural atmosphere that many residents enjoy
Signage is smaller in scale and may be oriented about Wylie today, while still allowing
development that meets market demands. Rural
toward pedestrians with sandwich board or
hanging signs. Pedestrian amenities are strongly corridors should generally allow for medium
encouraged, with wide sidewalks, enhanced scale development with more significant
crossings, and ample seating, shade, and setbacks and native mature landscaping along
landsca in g. the roadways.Wider right-of-way widths are
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appropriate when possible through dedication
or acquisition. Commercial signage should be
smaller in scale and constructed of materials
that are reflective of the City's image(e.g.,
limestone). Multi-purpose trails are appropriate
along these corridors.
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Strategy LU2c. Increase outdoor Strategy LU2d. Increase the number of
gathering places in Downtown and community events and festivals to
other destinations. promote the small-town feel.
Outdoor gathering places include amenities Community input received throughout the
such as parks, plazas, or seating areas.These creation of this Plan overwhelmingly
places can serve as destinations that attract underscored the importance of retaining Wylie's
visitors to an area, or as an informal gathering small-town character. Citywide events help to
place where the community can interact or bring together a community,whether it is a
otherwise enjoy an experience. Olde City Park is large annual festival or smaller recurring events.
a notable outdoor gathering place in The City hosts multiple annual events each year,
Downtown; however, smaller places can help such as the Wylie Arts Festival, Bluegrass on
expand activity and provide different Ballard, Boo on Ballard, and several others.
experiences. Consider whether an additional festival
dedicated to celebrating Wylie's historic
Consider potential locations for smaller heritage (e.g.,Wylie Heritage Days)would be
gathering spaces in Downtown.These spaces desirable. In terms of smaller recurring events,
should be programmed with features to draw the City should consider holding a farmers'
people to the area, such as shaded picnic market or a "First Friday" event to encourage
tables/seating, interactive public art people to visit Downtown and patronize local
installations,or unique and entertaining exercise businesses.
amenities(e.g., a climbing wall).Additional
locations that would be appropriate for planned
outdoor gathering places and amenities include
the area north of City Hall near the nature
preserve and the area immediately south of East
Fork Park.
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Strategy LU2e. Commemorate the Strategy LU2f. Embrace Wylie's unique
history of the two railroads that built history by pursuing the development of
Wylie's foundation. a local history museum.
The extension of two railroads into Wylie—the As noted in LU2e,Wylie has a unique history
Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railway in 1886 based on its foundation as a two-railroad town.
and the St. Louis Southwestern Railway in 1888 Resident support exists for the creation of a
—is largely responsible for the initial local history museum; however, no progress has
development of the City.To pay homage and been made to-date. The City should work with
build on this history,the City should evaluate local community volunteers to inventory the
options to commemorate its roots, such as a artifacts and assets that could be displayed in
festival (as mentioned in LU2d, such as Wylie such a museum, identify potential locations, and
Heritage Days or a Model Train Festival) and/or consider potential sponsorship/donation
a dedicated plaza area with related educational opportunities.
information and public art.
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Goal LU3. Strengthen Downtown
Wylie as a vibrant and
welcoming destination.
Strategy LU3a. Focus on placemaking Wylie Car Show in Downtown
initiatives within Downtown.
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Placemaking refers to embracing and enhancing
the unique characteristics of a certain area and
building a sense of place that is specific to that
particular location. It creates a place where
people want to be. Downtown Wylie is the most
distinctive "place" within Wylie, with its historic r� I
charm and walkable streetscape; however, ot
improvements should be considered.
Wayfinding signs are directional signage that I
assist visitors in finding common destinations,
such as a park, parking, or an events facility.As • ' ,
described in the 2021 Downtown Strategic Plan, ' - - `
adding consistently themed wayfinding signs .'.
throughout Downtown Wylie could help the
area feel more cohesive and connected with the
immediately surrounding areas, as well as
improve navigation in the area. This could also
help to encourage people to walk between
��nearby destinations. ��_ .. � �. ,. .n
Cross-street string lighting (i.e., lights hung
overhead across streets) is a common way of
making a space feel more inviting. The lighting
improves the attractiveness and feeling of safety
within the area, and helps to indicate a
designated "place". String lighting may be
appropriate across Ballard Avenue, particularly
between Oak and Marble Streets.As the
Downtown core expands in the future,
additional block lighting would be appropriate.
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Strategy LU3b. Address parking issues, On Street Parking in Wylie
particularly during events, as Downtown
continues to become more active.
Adequate parking access can be a challenge for _
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Downtown. With most parking located either NTER : • • • • ` • 0 • '
on-street or behind buildings, finding an open TANI
parking space near one's destination can be a
challenge. For special events when parking 'Ji ;l
demand is at its peak,the City should continue t i 1 '� `\`�`
coordination with surrounding property owners.
For normal day or night parking (i.e., not special _
events), the City should investigate innovative "' •! a; I
parking solutions and seek methods to increase °'
off-street parking.
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Strategy LU3c. Implement interim and Strategy LU3d. Establish standards for
long-term pedestrian enhancements in new development in Downtown to
Downtown, such as sidewalk preserve and expand the character of
enhancement, crosswalks, pedestrian the current Downtown core and
connectivity, shade, and accessibility. adjacent areas.
The 2021 Downtown Strategic Plan provides The 2021 Downtown Strategic Plan provides
recommendations regarding pedestrian recommendations related to form-based code
enhancements in Downtown;the City should regulations that would be appropriate within
continue proactive implementation of these Downtown Wylie to maintain its historic
recommendations. Additionally, consider character and pedestrian orientation. "Form-
options for immediate improvements through based codes" focus primarily on a building's
the use of"tactical urbanism",which is the facade and how the building interfaces with the
practice of implementing low-cost, pilot public/pedestrian realm, whereas traditional
program improvements. These improvements codes focus primarily on the specific use that is
can spark change,generate excitement, and conducted inside the building. Evaluate options
evaluate alternatives(also see "better block" (e.g., form-based code or pattern book)to
initiatives). Examples of this practice include better define the building form within the
painting pavement to add character to a Zoning Ordinance in Downtown, as
crosswalk or add a bike lane; placing potted recommended by the Strategic Plan.
landscaping in the street to mimic bulb-outs
that lower speeds and enhance pedestrian
safety; and adding temporary seating/dining
areas in place of on-street parking spaces.
These improvements can coincide with an event Downtown Pedestrian Crossings
or festival to draw the community's attention for
feedback. Consider whether this type of
temporary improvements could be beneficial for
Downtown Wylie.
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Strategy LU3e. Evaluate opportunities electric/water connections to accommodate its
to generate additional activity in users. The food truck park could be in operation
Downtown. for special events or on scheduled days. Food
halls are a similar concept where multiple
To support Downtown Wylie as an active, restaurants can lease kitchen spaces adjoined to
thriving destination, the City should consider a shared dining area for patrons, similar to a
options to generate increased and extended food court.
activity in Downtown. Many shops and
restaurants in Downtown are closed by 6:00 Strategy LU3f. Prioritize the
p.m.,which can discourage visitors who work development of a stage in Olde City
during the day or who are looking for evening Park for additional downtown activities
activities. Conduct a survey of business owners and festivals.
to identify challenges and opportunities for
enhancing the Downtown business environment Olde City Park's proximity to the Downtown
(e.g., extended hours on coordinated evenings core underscores its importance as a community
with City support on advertisements). gathering place.The addition of a permanent
stage (i.e., ground platform, canopy cover
In addition to supporting existing businesses, electrical connections) in the park could expand
consider options that attract new businesses to the park's services and attract more visitors into
Downtown. Food trucks and other "pop-up" the Downtown area for events, similar to the
mobile vending allows new businesses get Bluegrass on Ballard event. The City should
established in the community without requiring continue to pursue the development of a stage
the financial investment to build or lease a in the park that could accommodate concerts,
L brick-and-mortar location. Mobile vendors, ceremonies, and other performances within the
especially those that serve food, typically park. Consider opportunities for sponsorship
require access to electric and water supply from local donors and/or add the project into
connections. The City could designate a the capital improvements plan.
location for a food truck park and provide
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Goal LU4. Support a resilient Strategy LU4c. Encourage additional
local economy and plan for well- family-friendly entertainment options for
designed commercial Wylie residents.
development. The community input strongly supported
continuing to build Wylie as a family-friendly
Strategy LU4c. Preserve prime land community and identified the need for
fronting State Highway 78 for sales tax- additional activities and entertainment for
generating uses. children and families. Review the zoning
regulations to ensure that family-friendly uses
State Highway 78 is Wylie's primary corridor, (e.g., bowling, arcades, cinemas,trampoline
carrying nearly 33,000 vehicles per day parks) are allowed in appropriate locations. For
(Kalibrate Technologies, 2021). It provides a example, indoor facilities may be appropriate
tremendous opportunity for the City to by-right while outdoor facilities may require a
generate substantial sales tax revenue, which Special Use Permit(SUP)to ensure compatibility
offsets the need to increase property taxes and with surrounding development.These uses can
other fees/assessments to fund the City's also be appropriate as transitional uses between
operational costs. The City should review the commercial areas and residential areas.
existing zoning map and permitted land use Additionally, review the existing zoning
types to ensure that vacant and redeveloping regulations for outdoor dining options that may
parcels along SH 78 are conducive to retail better accommodate young families.
uses.
Strategy LU4d. Consider implementing
Strategy LU4b. Re-evaluate existing incentives and other tools to help spur
parking requirements and consider high quality development along Wylie's
reducing minimum parking standards to major corridors.
encourage smaller parking lots for
commercial uses. As previously noted, ensuring an attractive view
along the corridors helps to promote the
The zoning regulations establish minimum desired positive image of Wylie. House Bill
parking requirements for various land use types, 2439, which passed in 2019, limited cities'
typically with one parking space required per a abilities to regulate the use of building materials
varying amount of square footage(e.g., one beyond the adopted building code standards;
space per 300 square feet). Many cities'zoning however, cities are still able to encourage the
regulations require more parking than use of higher quality materials, such as brick or
businesses need, resulting in large expanses of stone,through financial incentives or other tools
pavement that create stormwater run-off issues, such as reduced landscaping or parking
increase the cost of development, increase the requirements. Consider amending the zoning
urban heat island effect, and can impeded the regulations to allow these trade-offs by-right to
ability to develop on smaller lots. Review the encourage such development. Continue to
existing parking requirements to determine coordinate with the Wylie Economic
whether the amount of parking can be reduced Development(WEDC)to identify any potential
by-right or in certain circumstances. financial incentives that may be available and/or
appropriate for such use, with an emphasis
along the City's key corridors.
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Strategy LU4e. Explore opportunities to Strategy LU4f. Support the efforts of
expand the City's daytime population local and regional entities to expand
and to increase high quality local local employment and business start-up
employment opportunities within Wylie. opportunities.
Expanding the City's daytime population helps Local and regional entities such as Wylie ISD,
to attract new retail and commercial Collin College,Wylie Economic Development
development.Additionally, promoting local Corporation (WEDC), and the Chamber of
employment within the City supports quality of Commerce provide services aimed at
life by reducing commute times, providing expanding the local workforce and business
alternative employment options, and supporting opportunities.The City should continue to work
the local tax base.The City should continue with these partners to attract targeted
coordination with the Wylie Economic industries, identify desirable skillsets for focused
Development Corporation (WEDC)to promote training, empower start-up businesses, and
flex space (i.e., office/warehouse facilities) and provide information regarding available
industrial developments in targeted locations in resources to interested parties.
Wylie by advertising available spaces and
ensuring that zoning is in place to support
appropriate uses. As some employees have
transitioned to a work-from-home environment,
an increased daytime population could also be
supported by offering additional housing
variety.
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Goal LU5. Leverage the lakefront Boating, fishing,tent camping, and hunting are
as a unique and desirable allowed at the lake in certain locations and
during certain times, attracting approximately
destination. 1.6 million visitors per year.All special events
and activities held on the lake require a permit
Strategy LU5a. Communicate with the from USACE.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to
understand potential amenities and The City should continue meeting with the
cooperative efforts at Lake Lavon. USACE District Commander to discuss any
potential cooperative efforts or expanded
The U.S.Army Corps of Engineers(USACE) public use of the lake and surrounding land.The
owns Lake Lavon.The lake provides a water District Commander is authorized to permit
supply source to the member cities of the North structures(e.g., a floating boardwalk)or allow
Texas Municipal Water District,flood control for commercial activities that could be beneficial to
Collin, Dallas, and Rockwall Counties, and the Wylie community without negatively
recreational opportunities for the region. While affecting the lake and the lake's water quality.
the lake plays a very important role in the
region,the necessary water quality protections In 2021,the City commissioned the
limit the ability to develop the shoreline. development of concept plans for East Fork
Park and Avalon Park. Two concepts were
developed for each park, including
hike/bike/walk trails, primitive camping,
Lakefront glamping (i.e., "glamorous camping"), cabins,
RV parks, playgrounds, picnic pavilions,fishing,
beach/swimming areas, kayaking, equestrian
trails, restroom facilities, bird watching, and
, .a, special event facilities. Many of these amenities
support the top priorities identified by the 2019
Parks Master Plan. The next step in
implementing these plans is to prepare
preliminary master plans to refine the exact
configurations of each park and to prepare
budget projections.
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L Strategy LU5b. Support implementation of the existing parks, recreation, and Continue to pursue implementation of the plan,
focusing on the following identified top
open space plans. priorities:
In 2019,the City adopted a Parks, Recreation, & • Hike/bike/walk trails that are connected
Open Space Master Plan, which included throughout the City
recommendations for facility improvements, • Sprayground
funding opportunities, and recreation policies • Aquatic facilities
based on the community's input and a needs • Special events in parks
analysis. The plan recommended ordinance • Additional lighting in parks
language that should be included in the • Multipurpose sports fields(football,
subdivision regulations(also see strategies H3a
and H3c). soccer, baseball, softball)
• Multipurpose practice fields(football,
soccer, baseball, softball)
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Goal LU6. Protect and conserve 4. Allow seven or more unrelated persons
to shelter in a single-family or multi
environmentally sensitive areas.
family home in the event of an
Strategy LU6a. Evaluate the existing emergency;
hazard mitigation policy to ensure that 5. Identify residents and structures at
potential risk of hazards;
the City is adequately prepared for 6. Limit variances and tax incentives that
potential disasters.
subsidize vulnerability and risk;
The Federal Emergency Management Agency 7. Create hazard area maps;
(FEMA) describes hazard mitigation as follows: 8. Monitor the effectiveness of existing
plans;
"Hazard mitigation planning reduces loss 9. Implement policies to control
of life and property by minimizing the stormwater run-off; and
impact of disasters. It begins with state, 10. Require National Incident Management
triba/and/oca/governments identifying System (NIMS)training for all necessary
natural disaster risks and vulnerabilities employees.
that are common in their area.After
identifying these risks, they develop long- The City should conduct an update to its
term strategies for protecting people and existing plan to incorporate best practices and
property from similar events. Mitigation the latest FEMA guidance, and ensure that the
plans are key to breaking the cycle of plan is submitted to FEMA in accordance with
disaster damage and reconstruction." the five-year requirements. Continue to pursue
grant funding from FEMA and the Texas
FEMA requires that cities have a hazard Department of Emergency Management
mitigation plan in place and submitted to FEMA (TDEM) as appropriate.
every five years to maintain eligibility for
funding and disaster relief. The City of Wylie's Strategy LU6b. Evaluate the existing
hazard mitigation plan was last updated in 2012 tree preservation, protection, and
as part of the previous comprehensive planning replacement policies for commercial
effort.The plan included 10 objectives for and public lands.
hazard mitigation. In summary:
The City's current regulations regarding tree
1. Ensure that the comprehensive plan's preservation policies are unclear and difficult to
recommendations do not compromise enforce, leaving the City susceptible to clear-
emergency response efforts; cutting lots for development.The City should
2. Minimize development in hazardous review and update its existing policies to
areas; requirement replacement of certain trees when
3. Allow temporary residential occupation commercial sites are developed.Additionally,
of nonresidential structures in the event the policy should apply to the City's land
of an emergency; (including rights-of-way)to ensure that the City
is leading by example.
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Strategy LU6c. Evaluate low-impact Low-Impact Drainage Design
development (LID) provisions,
floodplain development policies, and '
overall conservation practices.
Review the City's floodplain, drainage, and
conservation standards. Amend the subdivision
regulations to specifically prohibit development
within the 100-year floodplain and consider
establishing a required setback or buffer from
waterways to reduce erosion and pollution.
Encourage or require developers to design
"single-loaded" streets along creeks(i.e., there
are only homes on one side of the street and no
homes backing up to the creek)to increase 3
access to creekside trails and viewsheds.
Update the current drainage design manual to
include best practices and green infrastructure
approaches; consider adopting North Central
Texas Council of Governments' Integrated
Stormwater Management(iSWM) manual to
include options for LID elements such as
bioswales and permeable pavement.
Strategy LU6d. Preserve existing
greenspace in strategic locations.
Many residents have expressed their desire for
Wylie to maintain its rural, low-density character
and natural environment. As the remaining
vacant land in the City continues to develop,
the City can make efforts to preserve portions of
the remaining greenspace through strategic
purchases. Key areas for preservation include
the entryways into the City, particularly in
conjunction with gateway features(see LU2a)to
promote the desired image of Wylie.
Additionally, the wider right-of-way
recommended by the Rural Corridors(LU2b)
supports this strategy.
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Transportation
Introduction
The roadway network forms one of the most �F
visible and permanent elements of a city. It
establishes the framework for all future growth ! ' n
and development, providing connectivity within
a city and to adjacent cities in the surrounding
region.
This chapter includes recommendations for
future updates to the City's Thoroughfare Plan,
which is separate from this document, and +
strategies for future roadway network w
considerations and policies. In addition to
vehicular traffic, strategies outlined in this
section address other modes of transportation mow.
such as walking and biking.
Community Input Themes Related to
Transportation
Downtown parking is We would like Consider whether
a frequent issue or ti is
paths appropriate in Wylie
Our neighborhoods Streets should be right-sized for
should be walkable their purpose and context
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Existing & Future Level of
Service (LOS)
Figure 5-1. NCTCOG Level of Service Descriptions
Level-of-Service (LOS) is a performance measure
used to evaluate the function and flow of traffic LOS "A", "B", and "C":Traffic flow in this
through a transportation network. LOS is an category moves at or above the posted speed
operational expression that measures roadway limit.Travel time in this category is not hindered
congestion levels based on the volume of because of congestion because traffic volumes
vehicles on a roadway relative to its overall are much less than the actual capacity.
vehicle capacity.This is called the volume to
capacity ratio. Traffic operations range from A
through F, with A referring to free flow traffic LOS "D" and "E": This category is slightly more
conditions and F representing severely congested than LOS ABC; however,traffic
congested facilities. Illustrated in Figure 5-1, volumes are beginning to reach their capacity of
North Central Texas Council of Governments the thoroughfare.Traffic moves along at a fairly
(NCTCOG) groups LOS into three general LOS efficient rate, and posted speeds may not be fully
categories for the area's regional travel demand reached.
model:ABC, DE, and F.
The following LOS analysis uses NCTCOG's LOS "F": Congestion is apparent in this level-of-
2018 Daily Hour LOS to assess traffic conditions service category.Traffic flow is irregular, and
on Wylie's existing thoroughfare network. Note speed varies. The posted speed limit is rarely, if
that NCTCOG's Daily Hour LOS provides the ever, achieved in this category. In more
worst traffic conditions during a 24-hour analysis congested corridors,traffic can be at a mere
period, and considers a.m., p.m., and off-peak standstill with limited progression during peak
operational conditions.Additionally, NCTCOG hours.
projects the anticipated LOS for the roadway
network for a 10-year period. The 2018 and
2028 LOS maps are shown on the follow page.
The analysis indicates that under current
conditions, there is sufficient daily capacity to
accommodate most of the traffic on Wylie's
road network, as the majority of the roadways
within the City operate at LOS ABC. Various
segments of roadways are classified as LOS DE,
and the eastern portions of SH 78 operate at
LOS F.
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2018 Thoroughfare Plan
The City's most recent Thoroughfare Plan was
adopted in 2018. While the Thoroughfare Plan
is not amended through this process, this
Comprehensive Plan outlines recommendations
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Transportation Goals &
Strategies
Goal Ti . Plan for safe and
efficient transportation
infrastructure.
Figure 5-5. Potential Revisions to the
Strategy T1 a. Continue to implement Thoroughfare Plan
the Thoroughfare Plan and evaluate as " " i
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to prioritize designated projects in the annual _
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whether the assigned functional classifications -
are appropriate. Roadways that have been
constructed since the 2018 plan should be —_
reflected as "existing" (e.g., Hensley Lane and _
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Street should be upgraded from a Collector to a `
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expressed a desire for increased capacity,
although this segment is indicated to have a _
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alternative, the City may wish to consider
implementing traffic calming measures along
the length of the roadway to ensure appropriate
speeds, and reassess whether converting the
remaining portion to a four-lane divided
roadway is desirable.
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Strategy Ti b. Implement policies, rules, Example of Excessive Curb Cuts
and regulations regarding access
management.
Access management is the practice of _,
coordinating access connection points onto a ,*-""l
roadway by considering specific design criteria -
for the location, spacing,design and operation C ` -. __ 1 L
of driveways, median openings, and �` , .
intersections. Access management provides a
significant benefit to the mobility and function - `
of the roadway, and more importantly, reduces
the potential for accidents by minimizing speed
differentials between vehicles and turning
movements.
The subdivision regulations do not adequately
address access management controls. Review
and update the regulations to require cross-
access easements to enable motorists to travel
between adjacent parking lots without returning
to the thoroughfare.
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Strategy T1 c. Continually identify and Strategy T1 d. Prioritize street
prioritize intersections with high crash maintenance in capital improvements
rates that could benefit from safety planning and promote awareness of
improvements. maintenance efforts.
The City should continue to monitor crash and Street maintenance and repair is one of the
citation data to identify hazardous areas, largest expenses that cities face. The City
specifically those with pedestrian or bicyclist should continue to invest in the maintenance of
involvement. TXDOT's Crash Records its streets. Increased transparency regarding the
Information System Query tool is a helpful planned and completed improvements/repairs
resource for accessing and filtering crash data. could help increase public awareness of the
Potential mitigation measures may include City's efforts and progress. Additionally,
lighting, signage, additional or alternative consider approaches to minimizing lane miles
signalization, reduced speeds,the addition of and width of pavement maintained by the City
turn lanes, or implementation of traffic calming to ensure that road construction is a fiscally
elements like bulb-outs, chicanes, street trees, sustainable investment in the long term.
or special paving.
Strategy Ti e. Identify roadways in the
City that do not presently have desired
street elements.
Example of an Enhanced Intersection Crosswalk
Conduct an inventory of the existing curb,
gutter, and sidewalk improvements to identify
areas that lack these elements. Consider the
""Ij corridor design standards outlined in LU2b
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• Corridors).Where improvements should be
installed, either include the projects in a capital
a improvement plan or ensure that the
• - e - improvements are required during future
. . :4 development/redevelopment efforts.
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Goal T2. Promote mobility, Example of a Sidewalk Requiring Repair
access, and connectivity
throughout the community.
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Strategy T2a. Promote walkability in
new and developing neighborhoods.
The vast majority of Wylie's neighborhoods are
lined with sidewalks on both sides of the street, -
one of the primary considerations for
walkability. During this plan's development,
some residents expressed concern regarding
the condition of some sidewalks, making for
unsafe walking conditions—particularly at night. =
Many cities require residents to maintain
sidewalks that are adjacent to their property;
however,the City of Wylie maintains all
sidewalks in the City(except those along private
streets).
The City's website includes an interactive map
to report sidewalks in need of repair; continue
to promote this tool via the City's outreach
methods to increase awareness of the ability
and ease of reporting issues. Continue to
expand this webpage(and related street repair
webpages)to highlight repairs as they are
completed.
Strategy T2b. Facilitate bicycle and
pedestrian pathways and connections
along key corridors.
As mentioned in T2a, most of Wylie's streets
include sidewalks on both sides; however, the
network is not complete. Conduct a detailed
sidewalk inventory to identify missing
connections and prioritize installation in areas
near schools and key destinations, and in areas
where dirt paths have been worn in the grass
through foot traffic.
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L. Strategy T2c. Expand the existing "hike Strategy T2e. Proactively improve
and bike" network by connecting access and ADA-compliance
existing trails and key destinations, throughout the City.
supported by coordination with Collin
County, surrounding cities, and the Wylie seeks to be an accessible community for
residents and visitors of all abilities. While most
North Central Texas Council of
intersections and facilities in the City are already
Governments. compliant with the Americans with Disabilities
Continue to develop the trail network by Act (ADA), the City should conduct an inventory
implementing the Collin County regional trails to identify any areas of issue or potential
plan improvements. The City currently has an ADA
(https://www.collincountytx.gov/parks/Documen Transition Plan in place, which is required for all
ts/RegionalTrailsPlan.pdf). Coordinate with the cities with 50 or more employees;the City
County and regional entities on potential should continue progress toward implementing
funding sources and future updates to the plan. this plan and evaluate opportunities for
Identify appropriate connections between improvement.
existing and planned trails and key destinations,
such as schools, parks, Downtown, City Hall,
and the lake. Plan for capital improvement ADA Accessible Development
amenities along the trails, including signage,
rest stations, safety call boxes, and bike repair
stations. Evaluate whether existing sidewalks %�/"�"
should be widened, particularly in highly
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Strategy T3b. Coordinate with state,
Goal T3. Continue regional
communications for a regional, and local entities regarding
the transportation network.
coordinated transportation
network and efficient use of The transportation network extends beyond the
resources. boundary of a city into the surrounding region
and beyond. For this reason, intergovernmental
coordination is essential for transportation
Strategy T3a. Coordinate with the local
planning. Continue regular coordination with
school district on transportation system
regional partners, including the neighboring
implications of proposed school facility cities, Collin County, North Central Texas
expansion/needs. Council of Governments(NCTCOG), and
While schools are an important part of a TXDOT to evaluate opportunities for
community, they also have a major impact on a cooperation, shared resources, and potential
city's transportation network in terms of funding sources for new construction or other
planning bus routes and pick-up/drop-off network improvements.
locations and queuing.The City should continue
to maintain ongoing communications with Wylie
ISD to identify any transportation-related issues
that arise from existing or expanding facilities,
and to identify the best locations for any future
facilities.
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Chapter 6:
Implementation
Introduction
A successful community is one that establishes a 4. ','
clear vision for their future and identifies the ,
steps necessary to achieve that vision. This
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strategies that address the vision and guiding - .
principles established herein. Furthermore, this �. �*. 'N
section has been structured into a coordinated , -
action program so that Wylie's leaders, staff, 4'
and other decision-makers can easily identify �.,, `' ` _. 4-
the steps necessary to achieve the vision for the
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Phased Implementation Plan Updates
It is crucial to understand that most cities cannot Over the course of its 10-to 20-year planning
afford to complete all desired tasks at once; horizon,the plan is meant to be a living
therefore, it is important to identify the top document that allows flexibility for political,
priorities that are most critical for achieving the economic, physical, technological, and social
City's vision. Many of these recommendations conditions, as well as any other unforeseen
will take several years to complete, but this plan circumstances,that may influence and/or
will help Wylie to identify attainable, short-term change the priorities and perspective of the
steps and allocate resources and funding in community. The plan should be reviewed on a
future budgets for more extensive projects. regular basis to ensure that its elements are still
relevant and applicable.
Methods of Implementation
Annual Progress Reporting
To be successful,the City must utilize this plan
constantly and consistently, and it must be Once the plan is adopted, City staff should
integrated into ongoing governmental practices prepare a yearly progress report for
and programs.The recommendations and presentation to the Planning &Zoning
actions included herein should be referenced to Commission and City Council. This practice will
make decisions related to the timing and make certain that the plan is consistently
availability of infrastructure improvements; reviewed, and any necessary changes or
proposed development applications; expansion clarifications are identified. It is also important
of public facilities, services, and programs; and to provide ongoing monitoring between the
annual capital budgeting, among other plan and the City's implementing regulations to
considerations. maintain consistency among all documents.
There are two methods of plan implementation: Minor Amendments
proactive and reactive methods. To successfully
implement the plan and fully realize its benefits, Minor amendments can be proposed at any
both methods must be used in an effective time, such as revisions to the Future Land Use
manner. Plan to reflect a change in a planned land use.
Minor amendments can be addressed by the
Examples of proactive methods include: City as they come up or may be compiled for a
more thorough evaluation via an annual review
• Developing a CIP and expending funds process.
to finance public improvements to meet
strategies outlined in the plan; Major Updates
• Updating the development codes; and
• Establishing programs and partnerships. The City Charter requires the Planning &Zoning
Commission to review the comprehensive plan
Examples of reactive methods include: every five years. These major updates involve
reviewing the current conditions and projected
• Considering a rezoning request; growth trends; reevaluating the
• Development application review; and recommendations of the plan (and formulating
• Responding to requests in accordance new ones as necessary), and adding to,
with stated policies. modifying, or removing recommendations in the
plan based on their implementation progress.
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Implementation Matrix
The following Implementation Matrix is
intended to serve as a summary of the plan's Legend for Approximate
strategies and provide the City with a "to-do" Cost Ranges
list for implementing the plan. The plan's
strategies have been abbreviated in this Matrix $ = <$100,000
for readability; visit the corresponding chapters
for additional information. $$ = $100,000-$500,000
$$$ = $500,000+
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Plan Chapter _ Housing & Neighborhoods
Goal H1.Preserve Wylie's existing neighborhoods.
Performance Measures:
-Number of sidewalk repairs completed annually per capita
Goal Statement and -Number of clean-up days scheduled
Metrics to Measure —— -Length of time to resolve code enforcement issues
Performance -Number of aesthetic improvement features installed
Strategy H l a.Continue proactive code enforcement efforts and identify • $-$$ Code
resources available to residents who may need assistance addressing enforcement;
violations. City program
• Continue current efforts;
• Partner with volunteer organizations to assist with minor
repairs and violations;and
Strategy Summary r——— • Consider a grant to assist with larger repairs.
Strategy H1 b.Develop and implement neighborhood enhancement • $ City partnership;
programs and initiatives to help facilitate and improve neighborhood City website
quality.
update;City
• Coordinate with nonprofits to schedule clean-up days; program
• Create a City webpage to outline steps to organize a
volunteer event;and
• Consider a"yard of the month"program.
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Housing & Neighborhoods
Goal Hi. Preserve Wylie's existing neighborhoods.
Performance Measures:
-Number of sidewalk repairs completed annually per capita
-Number of clean-up days scheduled
-Length of time to resolve code enforcement issues
-Number of aesthetic improvement features installed
Strategy H 1 a.Continue proactive code enforcement efforts and identify • � � $-$$ Code
resources available to residents who may need assistance addressing enforcement;
violations.
City program
• Continue current efforts;
• Partner with volunteer organizations to assist with minor
repairs and violations;and
• Consider a grant to assist with larger repairs.
Strategy H1b.Develop and implement neighborhood enhancement $ City partnership;
programs and initiatives to help facilitate and improve neighborhood City website
quality. update;City
• Coordinate with nonprofits to schedule clean-up days; program
• Create a City webpage to outline steps to organize a
volunteer event;and
• Consider a"yard of the month" program.
Strategy H1c. Promote aesthetic improvements for existing � � $$ Study to identify
neighborhoods to create visual appeal and foster a sense of locations;
community.
Capital
• Evaluate opportunities for entryway features,enhanced improvements
landscaping,and branding signage as capital improvements and/or HOA
and/or HOA contributions,aiming for at least one project a partnerships;
year;and Development
• Update the sign regulations. Code update
Strategy Hid.Ensure that the City's property exhibits the desired level � � � $ City
of standard for property maintenance. maintenance
• Continue quality maintenance of City's facilities and activity;City
properties; program;City
• Develop a "sponsor a highway" program;and website
• Promote awareness of the City's sidewalk repair program.
Goal H2. Encourage compatible infill and redevelopment in aging neighborhoods.
Performance Measures:
-Number of dilapidated properties and number of dilapidated properties cleared annually
-Number of infill projects per year
Strategy H2a.Review the Zoning Regulations to ensure compatible infill • $-$$ Development
development in existing neighborhoods. Code update
• Strengthen requirements(e.g.,setbacks,height)for new
construction to be compatible with the neighborhood or
future residential goals.
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Goals and Strategies
0-5 6-10 11-20 Cost Mecha
Strategy
Strategy H2b.Investigate methods for the demolition of dilapidated • • $-$$ City program
structures.
• Investigate whether a land banking program would be
beneficial to purchase and clear dilapidated properties to
resell for desirable development.
Goal H3. Incorporate amenities and design features in future developments to encourage high-quality
neighborhoods.
Performance Measures:
-Ratio of park acreage to population
-Street miles lined with trees
Strategy H3a.Encourage the programming of open space with shaded • • $ Development
areas and trail connections in future development. Code update
• Require parkland improvements(e.g.,shade,play areas);and
• Require trail dedication.
Strategy H3b.Identify corridors with high pedestrian traffic and provide • $$ City study;
street trees in high-priority areas to increase pedestrian comfort. General fund
• Conduct an inventory of street trees and plan to install street
trees where not currently in place,prioritizing areas with high
pedestrian traffic.
Strategy H3c. Incorporate communal open space elements for an • $-$$ Development
increased sense of community. Code update;
• Specify the type of parks(i.e.,Neighborhood or Community) Parks Master
required for dedication; Plan update;
• Consider whether and when Pocket Parks are appropriate; City polity
and
• Prioritize the inclusion of parks with amenities when
considering PDs.
Strategy H3d.Use the Planned Development(PD)process to $ City policy
encourage innovative residential developments.
• Continue to use this process to achieve desirable
development objective,such as housing variety,infill
development,enhanced open space,and low-impact
development.
Land Use & Design
Goal LU1. Use the FLU map and strategies contained within this comprehensive plan when making
development decisions.
Performance Measures:
-Percentage of approved rezonings in compliance with the Future Land Use map
-Updates to the zoning ordinance and subdivision ordinance
Strategy LUla. Review and update the existing zoning ordinance and • $$ Development
subdivision regulations to align with this plan's recommendations. Code update
• Proactively amend the zoning ordinance and subdivision
ordinance and program either City staff time or third-party
time to perform the update.
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Goals and Strategies
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Strategy LU1 b.Consider this plan when evaluating future rezonings or • $ City policy;City
development plans,with an emphasis on achieving the overall vision for Staff action
the community.
• Continue to reference the Comprehensive Plan's
recommendations in City Staff reports for rezoning requests.
Strategy LU1c.Develop a procedure,process,or policy to review when • $ City Staff action
considering a proposal that is inconsistent with the plan.
• Establish criteria for evaluating proposals that are not
consistent with the plan.
Goal LU2. Promote Wylie's sense of community identity and small-town charm.
Performance Measures:
-Number of enhanced entryways
-Miles of designated corridors
-Number of special event permits issued annually
Strategy LU2a. Plan for capital improvements that contribute to the � � $$-$$$ Branding
sense of community,such as enhanced gateways and corridor banners. strategy;Capital
• Develop designs for primary and secondary entryways and improvement
identify appropriate future locations;
• Plan for increased landscaping and public art at existing and
future entryway features;and
• Plan for branded streetlight post banners.
Strategy LU2b.Define the desired public and private aesthetics for • • $$$ City Staff action;
Downtown,Highway,Suburban,and Rural Corridors. Capital
• Define various corridor types and associated character of improvement;
each(e.g.,right-of-way,landscaping,building scale,site Development
design,signage); Code update
• Map the locations of each corridor type;and
• Implement the improvements through capital improvements
and regulatory controls.
Strategy LU2c. Increase outdoor gathering places in Downtown and $$-$$$ City study;
other destinations.
capital
• Consider potential locations for smaller gathering spaces in improvement
Downtown;
• Plan for programming to draw people(e.g.,picnic areas,
interactive art,exercise amenities);and
• Consider additional locations such as the area north of City
Hall or south of East Fork Park.
Strategy LU2d.Increase the number of community events and festivals $ Development
to promote the small-town feel. Code update
• Consider hosting farmers'markets or a "First Friday"event to
encourage people to visit Downtown.
Strategy LU2e.Commemorate the history of the two railroads that built $$-$$$ City event;
Wylie's foundation. Capital
• Evaluate options to commemorate its roots,such as a festival improvement
and/or dedicated plaza area with related educational
information and public art.
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0-5 6-10 11-20 Cost Mechar'sm!s
Strategy LU2f.Embrace Wylie's unique history by pursuing the • • $-$$$ City partnership;
development of a local history museum. City study
• Work with local volunteers to inventory the artifacts and
assets that could be displayed in a museum;
• Identify potential locations;and
• Consider potential sponsorship/donation opportunities.
Goal LU3. Strengthen Downtown Wylie as a vibrant and welcoming destination.
Performance Measures:
-Number of wayfinding signs
-Number of crosswalk or sidewalk improvements
-Business survey owner satisfaction score
-Number of active businesses in Downtown
Strategy LU3a. Focus on placemaking initiatives within Downtown. $$ Capital
• Install wayfinding signage and add cross-street string lighting. improvement
Strategy LU3b.Address parking issues,particularly during events,as • • • $-$$ City study;City
Downtown continues to become more active. partnership
• Continue the ongoing traffic study;
• Consider conducting an evaluation of the typical daily use;
• Consider parking time limits if spaces are occupied for long
periods;and
• Continue coordination with surrounding property owners.
Strategy LU3c.Implement interim and long-term pedestrian $$-$$$ Capital
enhancements in Downtown,such as sidewalk enhancement, improvement;
crosswalks,pedestrian connectivity,shade,and accessibility. City study
• Continue to implement the pedestrian enhancements
outlined in the Downtown Strategic Plan;and
• Consider options for immediate improvements through
"tactical urbanism"approaches.
Strategy LU3d.Establish standards for new development in Downtown $$ Development
to preserve and expand the character of the current Downtown core Code update
and adjacent areas.
• Evaluate options for a form-based approach in the Downtown
area. Alternatively,non-form-based approaches,such as a
standalone district or overlay district,should be considered.
Strategy LU3e.Evaluate opportunities to generate additional activity in � � $-$$ City survey;City
Downtown.
study
• Conduct a survey of business owners to identify challenges
and opportunities;and
• Consider food trucks, pop-up vendors,or food halls.
Strategy LU3f. Prioritize the development of a stage in Olde City Park • $-$$ City partnership;
for additional downtown activities and festivals. Capital
• Continue to pursue the development of a stage in the park; improvement
and
• Consider opportunities for sponsorship from local donors
and/or add the project to the capital improvements plan.
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Goals and Strategies Cost Mechanism(s)
0-5 6-10 11-20
Goal LU4. Support a resilient local economy and plan for well-designed commercial development.
Performance Measures:
-Annual sales tax revenues
-Total number of jobs in the City limits
Strategy LU4a.Preserve prime land fronting State Highway 78 for sales $-$$ Development
tax-generating uses.
Code update
• Review the zoning map and permitted land use types.
Strategy LU4b.Re-evaluate existing parking requirements and consider • $-$$ Development
reducing minimum parking standards to encourage smaller parking lots Code update
for commercial uses.
• Review the existing parking requirements to determine
whether parking can be reduced by-right or in certain
circumstances.
Strategy LU4c.Encourage additional family-friendly entertainment $-$$ Development
options for Wylie residents. Code update
• Ensure that family-friendly uses are allowed in appropriate
locations;and
• Review the regulations for outdoor dining options.
Strategy LU4d.Consider implementing incentives and other tools to • $-$$ Development
help spur high quality development along Wylie's major corridors. Code update;
• Incentivize higher quality design and materials through pre- City partnership
established development trade-offs(e.g., reduced
landscaping required in exchange for masonry construction);
and
• Continue to coordinate with WEDC to identify potential
financial incentives to encourage quality development along
the City's major corridors.
Strategy LU4e.Explore opportunities to expand the City's daytime • • • $-$$ City partnership;
population and to increase high quality local employment opportunities Development
within Wylie. Code update
• Continue coordination with WEDC to promote flex spaces
(i.e.,office/warehouse facilities)and industrial developments
in targeted locations by advertising available spaces;and
• Ensure that zoning is in place to support appropriate uses.
Strategy LU4f.Support the efforts of local and regional entities to $ City partnership
expand local employment and business start-up opportunities.
• Continue to work with local partners(e.g.,WISD,Collin
College,WEDC,and Chamber of Commerce)to attract
targeted industries,identify desirable skillsets,empower
start-ups,and provide information regarding available
resources.
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Goal LU5. Leverage the lakefront as a unique and desirable destination.
Performance Measures:
-Regular communications,including meetings,with USACE
-Total acres of lakefront parks
Strategy LU5a.Communicate with the U.S.Army Corps of Engineers to $ City partnership
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understand potential amenities and cooperative efforts at Lake Lavon.
• Continue meeting with the USACE District Commander to
discuss potential cooperative efforts or expanded public use
of the lake and surrounding lake.
Strategy LU5b.Support implementation of the existing parks, $$$ Capital
recreation,and open space plans. improvement;
• Continue to pursue implementation of the plan,focusing on Park planning
the identified top priorities;and study
• Review the concept plans for East Fork Park and Avalon Park
to determine whether preliminary master plans should be
prepared.
Goal LU6. Protect and conserve environmentally sensitive areas.
Performance Measures:
-Grant dollars received to support hazard mitigation
-Acres of preserved natural greenspace and floodplain
Strategy LU6a. Evaluate the existing hazard mitigation policy to ensure • Hazard
that the City is adequately prepared for potential disasters. Mitigation Plan
• Conduct an update to the existing hazard mitigation plan to update;City
incorporate best practices and FEMA guidance;and Staff action
• Continue to pursue grant funding from FEMA and TDEM.
Strategy LU6b.Evaluate the existing tree preservation,protection,and • $-$$ Development
replacement policies for commercial and public lands. Code update;
• Require replacement of certain trees when commercial sites City policy
are developed;and
• Apply the same policy to the City's land(including rights-of-
way)to ensure that the City is leading by example.
Strategy LUbc. Evaluate low-impact development(LID)provisions, • $-$$ Development
floodplain development policies,and overall conservation practices. Code update;
• Review the floodplain,drainage,and conservation standards; City policy
• Prohibit development in the 100-year floodplain;
• Consider establishing a required setback from waterways to
reduce erosion and pollution;
• Encourage single-loaded streets along creeks;
• Update the drainage design manual to include best practices
and green infrastructure approaches;and
• Consider adopting the iSWM manual to allow for LID designs.
Strategy LUbd. Preserve existing greenspace in strategic locations. $$ General fund
• Consider strategic purchases of remaining vacant land to
preserve Wylie's rural,low-density character and natural
environment.
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Goals and Strategies
0-5 6-10 11-20 Cost Mechanism(s)
Transportation
Goal Ti. Plan for safe and efficient transportation infrastructure.
Performance Measures:
-Number of crashes per capita
-Fiscal analysis of revenue generated by new lane miles compared to the cost of construction and maintenance
Strategy Ti a.Continue to implement the Thoroughfare Plan and • • • $$_$$$ Thoroughfare
evaluate as needed over time. Plan update;
• Continue to regularly review and update the Thoroughfare Capital
Plan; improvement
• Update the Thoroughfare Plan to reflect roadways
constructed since its creation;
• Consider upgrading a segment of Eubanks Road;and
• Consider downgrading and/or traffic calming measures for
portions of Troy Road.
Strategy Ti b.Implement policies,rules,and regulations regarding • $-$$ Development
access management. Code update
• Require cross-access easements in future development to
enable motorists to travel between adjacent parking lots
without returning to the thoroughfare.
Strategy Tic.Continually identify and prioritize intersections with high • $_$$$ City Staff action;
crash rates that could benefit from safety improvements. Capital
• Monitor crash and citation data to identify hazardous areas, improvement
specifically those with pedestrian or bicyclist involvement;
and
• Consider mitigation measures to improve safety of identified
intersections.
Strategy T1d.Prioritize street maintenance in capital improvements $$$ Capital
planning and promote awareness of maintenance efforts. improvement;
• Continue to invest in street maintenance; City policy
• Increase transparency in planned and completed
improvements/repairs;and
• Maximize City-maintained lane miles and pavement width to
ensure that road construction is a fiscally sustainable
investment.
Strategy Tie.Identify roadways in the City that do not presently have • $$$ City study;
desired street elements. Capital
• Conduct an inventory of the existing curb,gutter,and improvement
sidewalk improvements to identify areas that lack these
elements;and
• Plan for installation of improvements in areas where
appropriate.
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0-5 6-10 11-20 Cost Mechanism(s)
Goal T2. Promote mobility, access, and connectivity throughout the community.
Performance Measures:
-Miles of sidewalk,bike lanes,and off-street trails
-Turnaround time for sidewalk repairs
Strategy T2a.Promote walkability in new and developing $ City
neighborhoods. promotional
• Promote awareness of the City's webpage tool for reporting campaign;City
sidewalk issues; website updates
• Evaluate options for more convenient citizen reporting of
sidewalk issues;and
• Improve transparency of sidewalk repair progress.
Strategy T2b.Facilitate bicycle and pedestrian pathways and • • • $$-$$$ City study;
connections along key corridors. Capital
• Conduct a detailed sidewalk inventory to identify missing improvement
connections;and
• Prioritize installation in areas near schools and key
destinations,and in areas where dirt paths have been worn in
the grass through foot traffic.
Strategy T2c.Expand the existing"hike and bike" network by • • • $-$$$ City partnership;
connecting existing trails and key destinations,supported by City study;
coordination with Collin County,surrounding cities,and the North Capital
Central Texas Council of Governments. improvement
• Continue to coordinate with the County and regional entities
on trail network implementation,potential funding sources,
and future updates to the plan;
• Identify appropriate connections between existing and
planned trails and key destinations;
• Plan for amenities along trails;and
• Evaluate whether existing sidewalks should be widened.
Strategy T2d.Plan for pedestrian and bicycle signalized crossings to • $-$$$ City study;
ensure safe crossings of trails at roadways. Capital
• Identify roadway crossings that could benefit from enhanced improvement
pedestrian and/or bicycle crossings,particularly those that
align with designated trail routes;and
• Prioritize areas near schools,parks,and other key
destinations.
Strategy T2e. Proactively improve access and ADA-compliance $-$$$ City study;
throughout the City. Capital
• Conduct an inventory to identify any areas of issue or improvement
potential improvements;and
• Continue progress toward implementing the City's ADA
Transition Plan and evaluate opportunities for improvement.
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Goal T3. Continue regional communications for a coordinated transportation network and efficient use of
resources.
Performance Measures:
-Number or City Staff meetings or hours coordinating or meeting with local partners
Strategy T3a.Coordinate with the local school district on transportation • • • $ City partnership
system implications of proposed school facility expansion/needs.
• Continue ongoing communications with WISD to identify any
transportation-related issues that arise from existing or
expanding facilities,and to identify the best locations for any
future facilities.
Strategy T3b.Coordinate with state,regional,and local entities � � � $ City partnership
regarding the transportation network.
• Continue coordination with regional partners(e.g.,Collin
County,NCTCOG,TXDOT,neighboring cities)to evaluate
opportunities for cooperation,shared resources,and
potential funding sources for new construction or other
network improvements.
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Appendix: Community Input
The Appendix is a separate document that includes the community input received and notes from the
meeting discussions conducted during the development of this plan. The following engagements are
reflected in the Appendix, which can be obtained by contacting the City's Planning Department:
Monday,August 19, 2021 - CPAC Kickoff
Monday, September 13, 2021 - Community Open House #1 (Online: Sept. 3-Sept. 19)
Tuesday, October 12, 2021 -Joint Workshop: Input Review and Goals
Thursday, November 11, 2021 - CPAC: Housing, Special Planning Areas, Land Use Categories
Thursday, January 13, 2021 - CPAC: Future Land Use,Transportation
Thursday, February 3-17, 2022-CPAC Survey: Detailed Strategies Online Survey
Thursday, March 3, 2022 - CPAC: Review and Discuss Detailed Strategies
Thursday, March 31, 2022 -Community Open House#2 (Online: March 21-April 10)
Thursday, May 19, 2022- CPAC: Input Review, Finalize Plan
Tuesday,June 14, 2022-Joint Workshop
Thursday, July 7, 2022 -CPAC: Refine Plan
Tuesday,July 26, 2022 - City Council Public Hearing
Tuesday,August 2, 2022 - Planning &Zoning Commission Public Hearing
Tuesday,August 23, 2022- City Council Public Hearing
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