Future land use
Long-term goals of the city for its land use include the transformation of Downtown Las Vegas into a greater economic and cultural center. The city will continue to redevelop and reconstruct old neighborhoods. (1)
In the near future, it is estimated that Las Vegas will see an increase in commercial skyscraper developments in the Downtown area. The plan is to develop a functioning urban core of the urban area. The Downtown Project will invest large sums of money into central and community-building sectors. Investments in real estate, residential development, small business, education, and tech startups are in the long-term policies as well. (3)
The city plans to decrease dependability on automobiles while advocating for pedestrianism and public transportation. Public accessibility remains key in establishing a strong sense of community. Furthermore, sustainable efforts include instituting green roofs and establishing more. (2)
The recent increase in population of Las Vegas included many retirees and individuals that will soon leave the work force. Thus future land use policies include healthcare in order to provide services to these individuals (1).
While planning for tremendous growth and expansion, the city of Las Vegas also strives to preserve natural resources and historical landmarks. By preserving these historical sites, the city is able to maintain and highlight the natural culture of the city (2).
In the near future, it is estimated that Las Vegas will see an increase in commercial skyscraper developments in the Downtown area. The plan is to develop a functioning urban core of the urban area. The Downtown Project will invest large sums of money into central and community-building sectors. Investments in real estate, residential development, small business, education, and tech startups are in the long-term policies as well. (3)
The city plans to decrease dependability on automobiles while advocating for pedestrianism and public transportation. Public accessibility remains key in establishing a strong sense of community. Furthermore, sustainable efforts include instituting green roofs and establishing more. (2)
The recent increase in population of Las Vegas included many retirees and individuals that will soon leave the work force. Thus future land use policies include healthcare in order to provide services to these individuals (1).
While planning for tremendous growth and expansion, the city of Las Vegas also strives to preserve natural resources and historical landmarks. By preserving these historical sites, the city is able to maintain and highlight the natural culture of the city (2).
Reference
1. Las Vegas Master Plan 2020. Retrieved from http://www.lasvegasnevada.gov/files/MP2020_12092003.pdf
2. The City of Las Vegas, New Mexico Comprehensive Master Plan Update. (Sep. 2011). Retrieved from http://www.lasvegasnm.gov/LasVegasCP%20Final%2010_2011%20small.pdf
3. Downtown Project: A Community Driven Urban Plan for Las Vegas. (Oct. 2012)Retrieved from http://www.archdaily.com/286967/downtown-project-a-community-driven-urban-plan-for-las-vegas/
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1. Retrieved from http://www.vegaschatter.com/files/100501/Fifth_Street_Gaming_rendering.jpg
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1. Las Vegas Master Plan 2020. Retrieved from http://www.lasvegasnevada.gov/files/MP2020_12092003.pdf
2. The City of Las Vegas, New Mexico Comprehensive Master Plan Update. (Sep. 2011). Retrieved from http://www.lasvegasnm.gov/LasVegasCP%20Final%2010_2011%20small.pdf
3. Downtown Project: A Community Driven Urban Plan for Las Vegas. (Oct. 2012)Retrieved from http://www.archdaily.com/286967/downtown-project-a-community-driven-urban-plan-for-las-vegas/
Images (From top to bottom)
1. Retrieved from http://www.vegaschatter.com/files/100501/Fifth_Street_Gaming_rendering.jpg
2. Retrieved from http://www.newcondoinvestor.com/ImageBank/LV/LV-LakeLVlakeview.jpg