BIG IDEA: A mixed-use waterfront neighborhood of park, office, recreation, and housing
How could this BIG IDEA evolve in the future?
How does this BIG IDEA address the themes of the guiding principles?
Connectivity
- Elevating and realigning/redesigning Shoreline Drive transforms it from a barrier into a part of the multi-modal network with new at-grade intersections
- East-west connection at Aquarium Way and Magnolia Avenue/Queensway Bridge directly connects the west waterfront to Rainbow Harbor
- Consolidation of parking to enable more park space and connected trail along the waterfront
Economic Resiliency
- Realignment of Shoreline Drive and street grid creates new parcels for redevelopment
- Opportunity for local businesses and potential for affordable housing
Everyone's Shoreline
- Creates more public park space on the water, connected to larger bike and pedestrian trails
Environmental Resiliency and Sustainability
- Elevating Shoreline Drive provides an opportunity to control/limit potential flooding from the LA River to the west
