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Item Neighborhood-based design strategies for low-income urban areas: a case analysis of the Hilltop neighborhood in Wilmington, Delaware(University of Delaware, 2016) Jones, KirstenThis study investigates the ways in which place-based design strategies, including land use, walkability, and pedestrian safety, improves the quality of life for residents living in low-income, urban neighborhoods. Hilltop, a neighborhood in Wilmington, Delaware, is used as a case study to apply a neighborhood-centric strategy of revitalization. The current conditions of the neighborhood’s main corridor are explored, using an original model that encourages detailed observation to be taken of the characteristics of the area. Design strategies are then suggested to improve the quality of life for its residents, based on the combined knowledge of a complete literature review and an understanding of the neighborhood. Changes in zoning, strategic streetscaping, and improved safety designs are all suggested as ways to create a more inviting and fulfilling space. Creating a built environment that is of a high quality is a necessary component in improving the quality of life for residents. Combined with other social and economic policies, systemic and consequential improvement to the community as a whole is possible.Item Town of Kenton 2016 Comprehensive Plan(2017-01) Wollaston, Martin; Raab, Linda; DeCoursey, William J.; Jones, Kirsten; Tierney, Gemma; Seymour, Nicole; Horgan, EvanThis comprehensive development plan is intended to serve as a document for the future development of the Town of Kenton. Adopted by the Town Council, it is recognized as the guide for future planning efforts of the community and its representatives. Implementation of the goals and objectives of this plan will be developed in a land-use (zoning and subdivision) code and other municipal ordinances following the completion of this plan. This plan is a flexible document, and the updating or revision of planning goals and objectives is essential to keeping the planning program responsive to the changing needs of the community.