D&K’s planners work with communities to develop thoughtful and implementable plans that help them achieve their vision of the future. We understand that policy, planning, and regulatory decisions affect air and water quality, access to transportation, economic vitality, and overall quality of life. Effective community planning policy requires an individualized approach that is dependent on…
Charlotte is among the more sparsely populated communities within Chittenden County, Vermont’s most thickly settled region. The community sought a process to review its policies and evaluate options to facilitate increased development and enhance multimodal connectivity and recreation opportunities in ways that were in keeping with the character of the town. D&K conducted targeted stakeholder…
The City of Keene’s Wheelock Park previously included a disused campground open for passive recreation. D&K worked with the city’s Parks and Recreation Department, the Repurposing Committee, the public, and additional stakeholders to coordinate a redesign of the park that is in keeping with the city’s vision to provide lifelong opportunities for active living and…
The Northfield Common had long served as a focal point of the community and a center for gatherings, passive recreation, and events, such as a farmer’s market. The town sought to enhance the space for current and anticipated uses. Through a robust engagement program, D&K worked with town officials, public community members, and abutters to…
The Town of Hinesburg is a growing community that currently lacks a town green or designated community gathering space. A town-owned 2.6-acre parcel was previously identified as a potential Town Common. The parcel is adjacent to neighborhoods and civic and business entities along VT 116 (Fire Station, Police Department, Answer Media, and Giroux Body Shop)…
The Town of West Rutland sought a Master Plan to guide the development of the town recreation area. D&K prepared base maps of the existing and proposed recreation areas using available GIS mapping to illustrate property lines, environmentally sensitive areas, topography, utilities, and existing recreation areas. Our project team utilized input from local citizens, town…
Built into a hillside, Gardiner’s historic district, bounded by the Cobbosseecontee Stream and the Kennebec River, is garnering new interest and investment after mills and other large institutions closed. D&K developed a ten-year downtown master plan that improves resilience against coastal and inland flooding, economic sustainability, stormwater capacity and pollution control, and multimodal accessibility. Through…
Recognizing the opportunity that a completed Lamoille Valley Rail Trail Corridor would bring to their village center, area residents—through the Greensboro Bend Revitalization Initiative—sought to create a plan for redevelopment and future investment in the village. Collaborating with the town and stakeholders, D&K developed an engaging, illustrated plan with actionable recommendations to drive positive changes…
A small village with an unusually high number of recreation facilities and historic commercial concerns, Bethel sought to improve its streetscape, wayfinding, and access for persons with disabilities. To address these issues, D&K’s planners developed a first-of-its-kind accessibility plan for a Vermont community. The plan included design guidelines to help businesses improve access for patrons…