Definition as it applies to Yesler Terrace redevelopment

The Citizens Review Committee has defined "environmental stewardship and sustainability" as follows:

Integrate sustainable design and implement equitable environmental and economic practices to achieve a positive and healthy community for current and future generations living within the Yesler Terrace community while preserving housing affordability.

Guiding Principles

• Incorporate smart growth principles in the redevelopment process but not at the expense of retaining and expanding housing opportunities for those most in need.

  • "Smart Growth" is defined as "A collection of planning, regulatory, and development practices that use land resources more efficiently through compact building forms, in-fill development, and moderation in street and parking standards." — American Planning Association

• Foster a safe and healthy community by incorporating a variety of housing styles, sizes and configurations, and associated open spaces and gathering places to retain a family-friendly community.

• Incorporate urban design and architectural techniques that promote pedestrian interaction and positive relations with surrounding communities while maintaining a high level of public safety.

• Use environmentally friendly and sustainable building techniques to produce healthy and quality housing, facilities and amenities.

• Foster education and awareness programs that promote earth-friendly practices such as waste reduction, recycling, composting and the use of drought-resistant landscaping.

• Ensure that low-income families, the elderly and those with disabilities are served and provide housing types, sizes and amenities that fully meet their needs while meeting the goals and intent of this guiding principle.