Garden City Urban Planning Framework for North Arm Cove
Goal: to design a city using "Garden City" urban planning principles on the North Arm Cove precinct.
North Arm Cove - an example of eco-friendly, 'Garden City' Urban Design
1. Compact Urban Form - Central Core Development: Create a high-density mixed-use central hub at the intersection of major road networks seen in the images. This area will include residential, commercial, and public spaces.
- Neighbourhood Clusters: Divide the layout into smaller residential clusters, each with local amenities (schools, clinics, and shops) to reduce dependency on the central hub and ensure walkability.
- Green Infrastructure - Parks and Open Spaces: Designate the largest continuous green zones for urban forests and recreational parks. Use the curves in the current road layout to blend these green spaces naturally into the design.
- Green Corridors: Develop green corridors connecting residential areas to central parks, ensuring ecological balance and biodiversity.
- Stormwater Management: Include rain gardens, bioswales, and permeable pavements, especially in lower-lying areas near the water for effective flood control.
2. Sustainable Transport - Public Transit Nodes: Build bus and shuttle hubs at key intersections, with feeder services connecting to larger transportation networks.
3. Waste Reduction - Recycling Centres: Establish centralized recycling hubs within the community clusters.
4. Smart City Technologies - Smart Grids and Lighting: Use smart energy grids and solar-powered LED streetlights to conserve energy.
Additional Features:
Waterfront Development: Use the areas near the water (e.g., North Arm Cove) for eco-friendly, low-impact tourism, small businesses, and marinas.
Buffer Zones: Introduce buffer areas between urban zones and natural habitats to protect sensitive ecosystems.
Circular Economy Hub: Encourage businesses and industries that align with circular economy principles, such as upcycling and sustainable manufacturing.
By layering these principles on top of the existing road grid, you can create a self-contained, sustainable city that aligns with Garden City ideals and leverages modern smart city technologies.
- Cycling and Walking Paths: Overlay a network of bike lanes and pedestrian pathways alongside existing roads, connecting key points like the waterfront, central hub, and green spaces.
- Electric Vehicle Charging: Place EV charging stations in every residential cluster and commercial parking area.
- Renewable Energy - Solar Farms and Rooftops: Allocate open or underutilized land for solar farms, and mandate solar panels on all rooftops.
- Wind Power: Explore the potential for small-scale wind turbines near the coastline or elevated areas.
- District Heating and Cooling: Centralize energy-efficient systems for heating and cooling in dense areas.
3. Waste Reduction - Recycling Centres: Establish centralized recycling hubs within the community clusters.
- Composting Units: Introduce community-based composting facilities to handle organic waste locally.
- Zero Waste Targets: Implement regulations to minimize construction waste and promote reusable materials.
4. Smart City Technologies - Smart Grids and Lighting: Use smart energy grids and solar-powered LED streetlights to conserve energy.
- IoT Integration: Incorporate sensors for water management, waste collection, and traffic monitoring to optimize resources.
- Community Apps: Develop a digital platform for residents to access city services, monitor energy use, and participate in civic planning.
Additional Features:
Waterfront Development: Use the areas near the water (e.g., North Arm Cove) for eco-friendly, low-impact tourism, small businesses, and marinas.
Buffer Zones: Introduce buffer areas between urban zones and natural habitats to protect sensitive ecosystems.
Circular Economy Hub: Encourage businesses and industries that align with circular economy principles, such as upcycling and sustainable manufacturing.
By layering these principles on top of the existing road grid, you can create a self-contained, sustainable city that aligns with Garden City ideals and leverages modern smart city technologies.
