In summary, there are eight primary elements of the Existing Neighborhood Framework illustrated below and on the following page: 1) district streets that serve an area beyond the Hilltop Neighborhood and are major corridors within the larger district, 2) major neighborhood streets that are primary thoroughfares within the Hilltop Neighborhood, 3) local streets that predominantly serve a limited area within the neighborhood, 4) neighborhood assets which are the strengths and anchors of the neighborhood, 5) gateways which signal significant transition points and entrances into Hilltop, 6) major defining features (i.e. fence dividing neighborhood) which, are other major physical conditions in the neighborhood, 7) transition areas that through their location and uses provide a buffer between rent uses, districts, or neighborhoods, and 8) neighborhood units which are areas within the neighborhood that are defined by street patterns, similar uses, or other conditions that create a sub-community within the neighborhood.
The Hilltop Neighborhood is uniquely poised to capitalize on a number of characteristics that should not be overlooked when determining the neighborhood's future:
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A history that makes the neighborhood unlike most others in the country.
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The potential to provide affordable housing in a neighbor-friendly and supportive community.
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A highly committed and dedicated neighborhood leadership group.
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A model for successful property maintenance and upkeep in the Hilltop Manor cooperative.
District Streets |
Major Neighborhood Streets |