evaluating your city’s sense of place€¦ · scenic city certification program. any texas city...
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EVALUATING YOUR CITY’S SENSE OF PLACE
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Scenic Texas recognizes the public rights-of-way along streets, roadways, highways, and byways as the state’s largest public space.
Scenic Texas, is the only organization that focuses on the visual environment — or what we see — while on our daily journeys through
our communities and on our travels across the state.
At , the journey is our focus.
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Advocate for strong scenic policies
Convener of scenic education platforms
Partner with local chapters and allies
A voice for a more beautiful Texas.
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Guide to better streetscapes:
Streetscape Resource Guide
Recognition of high scenic standards:
Scenic City Certification Program
A connection between people and places.
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Scenic City Certification Program
Any Texas city may apply to the program for an objective review of the city’s existing municipal ordinances as
compared to the Scenic City model.
Assessment is points-based, with every applicant receiving a detailed, score evaluation.
The Scenic City Certification Program established a detailed a set of model infrastructure standards for the
development of public roadways and public spaces.
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Program Partners
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Scenic City Standards
• Streetscape enhancements • Parks, Trails and public spaces• Sign control• Lighting standards• Landscaping in parking lots• Protection of landscaping
• Unity-of-design • Litter and graffiti• Utility and cable line program• Dumpster screening • Unique municipal feature• Special programs
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Pathway to certificationAnnual application period is from January 1 - March 31.
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EVALUATING YOUR CITY’S SENSE OF PLACE
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