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Natick Center Plan

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Metropolitan Area Planning Council
Metropolitan Area Planning Council

The document summarizes a plan for Natick Center that incorporates previous planning efforts and public input. Some key points: - Previous plans from 1980-2000s addressed facilities, parking, and design issues. - Natick's population is growing and its households are shrinking, increasing demand for multi-family and smaller housing units. - New developments have contributed students to schools, though less than single-family homes typically. - Most people walk to the commuter rail station, and ridership has increased in recent years. - The plan gathers public input on housing, retail, transportation, and parking preferences to develop a vision for Natick Center's future.

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Natick Center Plan Start to think about the following questions: Are there changes you would like to see in Natick Center? Could new development fill gaps in housing, jobs, and amenities? Could transportation improvements for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists improve the vitality of Natick Center? Selection of recent planning studies and associated implementation:  1980-90s: Facilities Plan saw implementation of upgraded Town Common, Morse Library addition, new Town Hall, new Police/Fire HQ  1990s: Market study and parking study  1997: Design Master Plan  2000s: Parking studies  Today: Several new developments; parking recommendations implementation We’re here to help the Town develop a cohesive vision for the future of Natick Center, incorporating previous planning efforts, new analysis, and your input.
How do you get to work? Please place a sticker on all that apply Natick Center Plan I drive I take the commuter rail I walk I take the bus I bike I work from home / I don’t work / Other
262 55 133 -223 949 -535 2 -199 633 1164 -254 -1029 66 1 -77 -41 -2000 -1500 -1000 -500 0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 20-34 35-54 55-74 75 Plus Multi-Family Own Multi-Family Rent Single Family Own Single Family Rent Natick Center Plan 26,000 27,000 28,000 29,000 30,000 31,000 32,000 33,000 34,000 35,000 36,000 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2030 Town of Natick – Total Population Over last 30 years, Natick’s population grew by 12%. Over the next 20 years it is expected to grow by an additional 5.5%. Over the next 20 years, the majority of growth in Natick is expected to occur among people older than 65, followed by 20-34 year olds Multi-family units are in demand within Natick especially among 20 to 34 year olds. Single family units are also in demand but much of this demand will be met by housing stock freed up by older age cohorts. Many seniors wish to remain in their communities as they age. Many 20-34 year olds want walkable, mixed-use communities. Can Natick Center help meet the needs of these groups and others? Natick’s population is growing and changing Source: US Census, housing.ma, MAPC projections Change in Housing Unit Demand 2010-2020 By Age Group
Natick Center Plan Natick’s households are changing Source: US Census, housing.ma, MAPC projections 2.1 2.15 2.2 2.25 2.3 2.35 2.4 2.45 2.5 2.55 2.6 1990 2000 2010 2020 2030 Town of Natick – Average Household Size The average number of persons per household is expected to shrink through the year 2030. 32 29 24 26 66 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Single-Family Multi-Family Town of Natick Residential Building Permits Between 2000 and 2012, the number of building permits for single family homes has been remained steady with a recent increase. Demand for multi-family housing has shot up in recent years. With the population projected to increase and household size shrinking, there will be a need for smaller housing units for everyone from young workers to seniors.
Natick Center Plan Over last 10 years, Natick’s school age population grew by about 17%. Town of Natick Impact of Selected Multi-Family Developments on School Enrollment Newer multi-family developments have contributed 172 new students to the school system. The total student population in Natick is 5,368. Natick has 66.6% single family units and 63% family households. Natick public schools estimate that the majority of their new students are coming from single family homes (75%). Newer multi-family development in the downtown can help to increase the market for additional retail and restaurants while having less of an impact on school enrollment than single family housing. A Closer Look at School Enrollment Source: MA DESE, Natick Public Schools, ACS 2010-2014 5 Year Estimates 4577 4620 4567 4648 4721 4734 4825 4947 5065 5285 5368 4000 4200 4400 4600 4800 5000 5200 5400 5600 Name of Development Total Units % 1 Bed % 2 Bed % 3 Bed Actual Students (November 2015) Natick Modera 150 44% 52% 4% 10 South Natick Hills 268 9% 72% 19% 39 42 South Avenue 11 0% 82% 18% 0 Castle Courtyard 23 22% 52% 26% 2 8 Grant Street 24 4% 92% 4% 10 Walnut Place 57/58 North Avenue 41 22% 78% 0% 10 Natick Mills-60 North Main Street 83 40% 54% 6% 29 Cloverleaf 183 54% 46% 0% 21 10 & 40 Nouvelle Way 215 21% 63% 16% 6 Avalon Natick 407 53% 47% 0% 45 20 South Ave 24 0% 50% 50% 0 172 School Enrollment
0 200 400 600 800 1,000 1,200 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 Typical inbound weekday boardings Natick Center Station Access by Mode (2008-09) Natick Center Plan Sources: MBTA System-wide Passenger Survey, 2008 2009. CTPS MBTA Blue Book, 2013 Natick’s commuter rail station is a valued asset Natick Center is less than 18 miles from downtown Boston. After a drop between 2007-2010, ridership has risen strongly, growing 60% from 2010 through 2013. Drive 28% Walk 60% Drop Off 9% Bike 2% Shuttle 1% A strong majority of people walk to Natick Center Station, a figure that may rise as housing increases in the area. How could walking to Natick Center be made safer, more accessible, and comfortable? How could biking be further encouraged?
VISUAL PREFERENCE POLL & MAPPING EXERCISE OF POTENTIAL HOUSING CHOICESWhat housing typesdo you like? What housing types mightYOU, YOUR CHILDREN OR YOUR PARENTS NEEDin the future? (1) PLACE onPICTURESyou like most (5 per person, 1 per photo).(2) PLACE onMAPwhere you want it and write number on dot (5 per person).(3)MAKE MAP NOTEsaying why. 2 -Cluster Housing 3 - Modern Townhouse 7 - Multi-Family, Large Scale 8 – Multi-Family, Small to Medium Scale 4 - Single-Family, Modest Scale 5 – Housing above ground-floor retail 9 – Multi-Family, Large Scale 12 – Housing above Ground-Floor Retail 10 - Single Family 14 - Townhomes 15 - Townhouses 17- Housing above retail 1 - Two-Family Homes 6 - Multi-Family, Medium Scale 11 - Townhouses 19 – Housing above retail 13 - Attached Multi-Family 18 - Town homes 16 - Single Family, (Large scale)
VISUAL PREFERENCE POLL & MAPPING EXERCISE OF POTENTIAL HOUSING CHOICESWhat housing typesdo you like? What housing types mightYOU, YOUR CHILDREN OR YOUR PARENTS NEEDin the future? (1) PLACE onPICTURESyou like most (5 per person, 1 per photo).(2) PLACE onMAPwhere you want it (5 per person).(3)WRITENUMBERon dot.(4)MAKE MAP NOTEsaying why.
VISUAL PREFERENCE POLL & MAPPING EXERCISE OF POTENTIAL RETAIL, SERVICES & BUSINESSESWhat types ofretail and commercial buildings would you like to see in Natick Center? RED DOTS REDDOTS 1 - Residential & Retail 2 - Office + Retail 9 - Automobile Sales / Commercial 11 - Commercial / Light Industrial 16 - Retail + Residential 13 – Mixed-Use: Retail + Residential 5 - Retail 6 – Office, Stand-alone 12 - Mixed Use: Retail + Residential, 4-5 Story 10 - Mixed-Use: Retail + Commercial, Four Story 8 - Light Industrial / Commercial / Office 4 – Retail + Office 18 - Automotive 17 - Office 3 - Office, Modern 14 - Office, Modern 7 - Retail, Stand-alone 15 - Retail, Single Story (1) PLACE onPICTURESyou like most (5 per person, 1 per photo).(2) PLACE onMAPwhere you want it and write number on dot (5 per person).(3)MAKE MAP NOTEsaying why.
VISUAL PREFERENCE POLL & MAPPING EXERCISE OF POTENTIAL RETAIL, SERVICES & BUSINESSESWhat types ofretail and commercial buildings would you like to see in Natick Center? (1) PLACERED DOTSonPICTURESyou like most (5 per person, 1 per photo). (2) PLACEREDDOTSonMAPwhere you want it (5 per person).(3)WRITENUMBERon dot. (4)MAKE MAP NOTEsaying why.
Priorities: What types of businesses would you like in Natick Center? Natick Center Plan DOTS CATEGORY COMMENTS (e.g., preferred locations) Grocery Store Additional restaurants Pubs, bars, wine bars Cafes, Bakeries, Coffee Shops Clothing stores Professional offices (Accountant, Lawyer, Dentist, etc.) Specialty retail (boutiques, crafts, jewelry, etc.) Daily needs and services (Dry cleaner, daycare, pharmacy, bank, etc.) Pick your top 4 by adding a dot next to your choices (one per category). Add additional comments in the space provided (e.g., more specific recommendations)
Transportation Improvements Natick Center Plan What transportation improvements are needed in Natick Center? 1. On the map, mark: • Dangerous / challenging intersections • Sidewalk improvement / construction locations • Needed crosswalk locations • Needed bicycle facilities (bike lanes, sharrows, etc.) • Needed bike racks • Vehicular issues • Streets used as cut-through routes • Areas that could potentially benefit from a residential parking permit 2. Use sticky notes to write additional comments, suggestions, and priorities • In particular, what parking challenges do you have? (For example, is during the day versus night a bigger problem? At the library? Other locations?)
Main Street Parking Natick Center Plan • 42 parking spaces • More dangerous for drivers and cyclists • Load/unload in street • Retains existing number of spaces • 42 parking spaces • Safer for drivers and cyclists • Load/unload on sidewalk • Retains existing number of spaces • 31 parking spaces • Safer for drivers and cyclists • Additional 8’ of space for cafe seating, benches, or landscaping Existing Condition Angle Parking Alternative 1 Reverse Angle Parking Alternative 2 Parallel Parking Vote Vote Vote

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  • 1. Natick Center Plan Start to think about the following questions: Are there changes you would like to see in Natick Center? Could new development fill gaps in housing, jobs, and amenities? Could transportation improvements for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists improve the vitality of Natick Center? Selection of recent planning studies and associated implementation:  1980-90s: Facilities Plan saw implementation of upgraded Town Common, Morse Library addition, new Town Hall, new Police/Fire HQ  1990s: Market study and parking study  1997: Design Master Plan  2000s: Parking studies  Today: Several new developments; parking recommendations implementation We’re here to help the Town develop a cohesive vision for the future of Natick Center, incorporating previous planning efforts, new analysis, and your input.
  • 2. How do you get to work? Please place a sticker on all that apply Natick Center Plan I drive I take the commuter rail I walk I take the bus I bike I work from home / I don’t work / Other
  • 3. 262 55 133 -223 949 -535 2 -199 633 1164 -254 -1029 66 1 -77 -41 -2000 -1500 -1000 -500 0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 20-34 35-54 55-74 75 Plus Multi-Family Own Multi-Family Rent Single Family Own Single Family Rent Natick Center Plan 26,000 27,000 28,000 29,000 30,000 31,000 32,000 33,000 34,000 35,000 36,000 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2030 Town of Natick – Total Population Over last 30 years, Natick’s population grew by 12%. Over the next 20 years it is expected to grow by an additional 5.5%. Over the next 20 years, the majority of growth in Natick is expected to occur among people older than 65, followed by 20-34 year olds Multi-family units are in demand within Natick especially among 20 to 34 year olds. Single family units are also in demand but much of this demand will be met by housing stock freed up by older age cohorts. Many seniors wish to remain in their communities as they age. Many 20-34 year olds want walkable, mixed-use communities. Can Natick Center help meet the needs of these groups and others? Natick’s population is growing and changing Source: US Census, housing.ma, MAPC projections Change in Housing Unit Demand 2010-2020 By Age Group
  • 4. Natick Center Plan Natick’s households are changing Source: US Census, housing.ma, MAPC projections 2.1 2.15 2.2 2.25 2.3 2.35 2.4 2.45 2.5 2.55 2.6 1990 2000 2010 2020 2030 Town of Natick – Average Household Size The average number of persons per household is expected to shrink through the year 2030. 32 29 24 26 66 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Single-Family Multi-Family Town of Natick Residential Building Permits Between 2000 and 2012, the number of building permits for single family homes has been remained steady with a recent increase. Demand for multi-family housing has shot up in recent years. With the population projected to increase and household size shrinking, there will be a need for smaller housing units for everyone from young workers to seniors.
  • 5. Natick Center Plan Over last 10 years, Natick’s school age population grew by about 17%. Town of Natick Impact of Selected Multi-Family Developments on School Enrollment Newer multi-family developments have contributed 172 new students to the school system. The total student population in Natick is 5,368. Natick has 66.6% single family units and 63% family households. Natick public schools estimate that the majority of their new students are coming from single family homes (75%). Newer multi-family development in the downtown can help to increase the market for additional retail and restaurants while having less of an impact on school enrollment than single family housing. A Closer Look at School Enrollment Source: MA DESE, Natick Public Schools, ACS 2010-2014 5 Year Estimates 4577 4620 4567 4648 4721 4734 4825 4947 5065 5285 5368 4000 4200 4400 4600 4800 5000 5200 5400 5600 Name of Development Total Units % 1 Bed % 2 Bed % 3 Bed Actual Students (November 2015) Natick Modera 150 44% 52% 4% 10 South Natick Hills 268 9% 72% 19% 39 42 South Avenue 11 0% 82% 18% 0 Castle Courtyard 23 22% 52% 26% 2 8 Grant Street 24 4% 92% 4% 10 Walnut Place 57/58 North Avenue 41 22% 78% 0% 10 Natick Mills-60 North Main Street 83 40% 54% 6% 29 Cloverleaf 183 54% 46% 0% 21 10 & 40 Nouvelle Way 215 21% 63% 16% 6 Avalon Natick 407 53% 47% 0% 45 20 South Ave 24 0% 50% 50% 0 172 School Enrollment
  • 6. 0 200 400 600 800 1,000 1,200 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 Typical inbound weekday boardings Natick Center Station Access by Mode (2008-09) Natick Center Plan Sources: MBTA System-wide Passenger Survey, 2008 2009. CTPS MBTA Blue Book, 2013 Natick’s commuter rail station is a valued asset Natick Center is less than 18 miles from downtown Boston. After a drop between 2007-2010, ridership has risen strongly, growing 60% from 2010 through 2013. Drive 28% Walk 60% Drop Off 9% Bike 2% Shuttle 1% A strong majority of people walk to Natick Center Station, a figure that may rise as housing increases in the area. How could walking to Natick Center be made safer, more accessible, and comfortable? How could biking be further encouraged?
  • 7. VISUAL PREFERENCE POLL & MAPPING EXERCISE OF POTENTIAL HOUSING CHOICESWhat housing typesdo you like? What housing types mightYOU, YOUR CHILDREN OR YOUR PARENTS NEEDin the future? (1) PLACE onPICTURESyou like most (5 per person, 1 per photo).(2) PLACE onMAPwhere you want it and write number on dot (5 per person).(3)MAKE MAP NOTEsaying why. 2 -Cluster Housing 3 - Modern Townhouse 7 - Multi-Family, Large Scale 8 – Multi-Family, Small to Medium Scale 4 - Single-Family, Modest Scale 5 – Housing above ground-floor retail 9 – Multi-Family, Large Scale 12 – Housing above Ground-Floor Retail 10 - Single Family 14 - Townhomes 15 - Townhouses 17- Housing above retail 1 - Two-Family Homes 6 - Multi-Family, Medium Scale 11 - Townhouses 19 – Housing above retail 13 - Attached Multi-Family 18 - Town homes 16 - Single Family, (Large scale)
  • 8. VISUAL PREFERENCE POLL & MAPPING EXERCISE OF POTENTIAL HOUSING CHOICESWhat housing typesdo you like? What housing types mightYOU, YOUR CHILDREN OR YOUR PARENTS NEEDin the future? (1) PLACE onPICTURESyou like most (5 per person, 1 per photo).(2) PLACE onMAPwhere you want it (5 per person).(3)WRITENUMBERon dot.(4)MAKE MAP NOTEsaying why.
  • 9. VISUAL PREFERENCE POLL & MAPPING EXERCISE OF POTENTIAL RETAIL, SERVICES & BUSINESSESWhat types ofretail and commercial buildings would you like to see in Natick Center? RED DOTS REDDOTS 1 - Residential & Retail 2 - Office + Retail 9 - Automobile Sales / Commercial 11 - Commercial / Light Industrial 16 - Retail + Residential 13 – Mixed-Use: Retail + Residential 5 - Retail 6 – Office, Stand-alone 12 - Mixed Use: Retail + Residential, 4-5 Story 10 - Mixed-Use: Retail + Commercial, Four Story 8 - Light Industrial / Commercial / Office 4 – Retail + Office 18 - Automotive 17 - Office 3 - Office, Modern 14 - Office, Modern 7 - Retail, Stand-alone 15 - Retail, Single Story (1) PLACE onPICTURESyou like most (5 per person, 1 per photo).(2) PLACE onMAPwhere you want it and write number on dot (5 per person).(3)MAKE MAP NOTEsaying why.
  • 10. VISUAL PREFERENCE POLL & MAPPING EXERCISE OF POTENTIAL RETAIL, SERVICES & BUSINESSESWhat types ofretail and commercial buildings would you like to see in Natick Center? (1) PLACERED DOTSonPICTURESyou like most (5 per person, 1 per photo). (2) PLACEREDDOTSonMAPwhere you want it (5 per person).(3)WRITENUMBERon dot. (4)MAKE MAP NOTEsaying why.
  • 11. Priorities: What types of businesses would you like in Natick Center? Natick Center Plan DOTS CATEGORY COMMENTS (e.g., preferred locations) Grocery Store Additional restaurants Pubs, bars, wine bars Cafes, Bakeries, Coffee Shops Clothing stores Professional offices (Accountant, Lawyer, Dentist, etc.) Specialty retail (boutiques, crafts, jewelry, etc.) Daily needs and services (Dry cleaner, daycare, pharmacy, bank, etc.) Pick your top 4 by adding a dot next to your choices (one per category). Add additional comments in the space provided (e.g., more specific recommendations)
  • 12. Transportation Improvements Natick Center Plan What transportation improvements are needed in Natick Center? 1. On the map, mark: • Dangerous / challenging intersections • Sidewalk improvement / construction locations • Needed crosswalk locations • Needed bicycle facilities (bike lanes, sharrows, etc.) • Needed bike racks • Vehicular issues • Streets used as cut-through routes • Areas that could potentially benefit from a residential parking permit 2. Use sticky notes to write additional comments, suggestions, and priorities • In particular, what parking challenges do you have? (For example, is during the day versus night a bigger problem? At the library? Other locations?)
  • 13. Main Street Parking Natick Center Plan • 42 parking spaces • More dangerous for drivers and cyclists • Load/unload in street • Retains existing number of spaces • 42 parking spaces • Safer for drivers and cyclists • Load/unload on sidewalk • Retains existing number of spaces • 31 parking spaces • Safer for drivers and cyclists • Additional 8’ of space for cafe seating, benches, or landscaping Existing Condition Angle Parking Alternative 1 Reverse Angle Parking Alternative 2 Parallel Parking Vote Vote Vote