Streetscape

No single factor contributes more to the appearance or image of downtown than its streetscape. Along the gateways of downtown and major avenues, streetscape helps define the urban center. A properly designed streetscape gives continuity and a sense of order to streets. Typically, what is found in the older declining areas of the community, are gateways and pedestrian linkages that have fragmented and visually confused streetscapes. The impression of strength and stability, which the investor looks for, and which adds to the livability of the area, is missing.

Plans for streetscape in Downtown Sanford have been in existence since 1998. Activities under the streetscape plan include demolition of the current gutter and concrete, the removal of the existing trees, burial of electric lines, installation of brick-pavers, installation of new urban-friendly trees, installation of an irrigation system, and installation of decorative lighting. Fortunately, the City of Sanford in partnership with DSI has just received a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to cover the costs of the Phase I of the Streetscape Plan. Phase I of the streetscape includes the Chatham Street block between Charlotte Avenue and McIver Street, on the southside Charlotte Avenue block between Chatham Street and Little Buffalo Creek, and the northside of Charlotte Avenue block between Hawkins Avenue and Little Buffalo Creek. This phase is scheduled to be completed within the next year and a half. DSI will continue to implement streetscape on other blocks as funding is available. Please click on the link below to find a map of Phase I of the Streetscape Plan.

Phase I of the Streetscape Plan