TSW was retained by the Town of Tyrone to develop a Livable Centers Initiative study that focuses on creative placemaking, streetscape design, and implementation of smart technology for the Town Center District. The study builds on the recommendations of the 2021 Envision Tyrone Town Center Plan, 2017 Comprehensive Plan, and other transportation studies to examine opportunities for multi-modal transportation to encourage pedestrian, bicycle, and golf cart use; placemaking to enhance the Town Center District with public art, gateway and wayfinding signage, and streetscape treatments; and infrastructure to support electric vehicles.

The study began with an existing conditions assessment that analyzed land use and transportation patterns, environmental constraints, and urban design elements to better understand the built environment and identify opportunities and challenges for physical and regulatory recommendations.

Throughout the planning process, TSW engaged the community with a variety of activities that provided information on why the study was being conducted, sharing ideas and information, and welcoming feedback on draft concepts and recommendations. Major activities included coordination with a Project Advisory Group, an online survey, multiple public meetings/pop-up events at a local park, and marketing materials (flyers, business cards, social media posts, etc.).

The public involvement process led to the development of the study goals:

Building on the established goals, TSW developed an overall concept plan for the study area and detailed design for focus areas. The study is organized into four sections: focus area recommendations, green infrastructure, creative placemaking, and street lighting. Each project and policy recommendation supports the study’s goals and includes proposed elements, streetscapes, visioning renderings, descriptions, and implementation guidance.