place types replacing current zoning definitions

 Place Types are used to help people visualize the various forms that development can take. They describe land use and the desired community character as found within  Area Plans. 

Place Types are designated with future development patterns in mind. They reflect whether the community vision and adopted plan identifies an area for significant change, gradual transformation, or preservation with little change. Other factors, such as the surrounding or existing zoning, proximity to Centers, schools or parks, the location of natural resources, necessary infrastructure, and public services are considered. Once Area Plans are adopted, the Place Type designations within those Plans are used by the RPA to inform zoning decisions. A recommendation for a zoning change is based on whether the requested zone will result in the Place Type characteristics described.