Parklet Presentation
- 1. Reclaiming the streets for the people Parklets
- 2. What is a Parklet? • A Parklet converts one or more on-street parking spaces into green, usable space for people to enjoy • Extension of the sidewalk • Breaks from the flow of traffic
- 3. San Francisco, CA “The world’s first formal public parklets were initially conceived and installed in San Francisco in 2010. As of February 2013, thirty-eight parklets have been installed throughout San Francisco, and the program is being emulated in cities around the world.” - San Francisco Pavement to parks
- 6. Parklet Goals • Create a green public space for people to enjoy • Emphasize streets as places for social interaction • Improve the day-to-day life on the street • Encourage alternative methods of transportation on South William Street ▫ Foot traffic ▫ Bicycling • Increase revenue for the surrounding businesses • Improve streetscape
- 8. 22 Street at Bartlett San Francisco, CA
- 9. Parklet Components • Deck support system ▫ Plastic lumber frame ▫ Lifted off the streets using point supports • Plastic Lumber Decking ▫ Waterproof ▫ Resistant to rot and mold ▫ Less susceptible to cracking • Planter Boxes & plantings ▫ Plants that are indigenous to the area ▫ Get a local garden club to participate in the upkeep • Benches ▫ Plastic Lumber ▫ No moveable furniture ▫ Low maintenance
- 10. Parklet Components (cont)… • Parklet Perimeter ▫ Encloses designated space ▫ Plastic Lumber • Safety features ▫ Safety planters Fiberglass Provide a physical barrier to prevent vehicular intrusions Weight minimum of 317.5 KG ▫ Wheel stops ▫ Reflective tape • Bicycle Parking ▫ Ramp bicycle parking to maximize spaces ▫ South William is lacking bicycle parking • Signage
- 11. Signage
- 12. •Involve students from NCAD to create this •Involving locals •Parklet is unique to Dublin 3D Digital Model
- 13. Dublin City Council Beta Projects • “Beta Projects are a systematic approach for a city to discuss issues and opportunities, co- create solutions, and prototype them ‘on the street’ for measurement and debate”. -DCC Beta • Beta Project Macro • Temporary & reversible • During the trial a petition is sent around to gather support
- 15. “By creating a parklet in your neighborhood, you are participating in an international movement that celebrates local grass roots initiative, community building, and sustainable transportation. When completed, your parklet will be enjoyed by count- less residents of and visitors to your neighborhood and our city.” - San Francisco Pavement to Parks