Mixed-Use is Not Black and White

Officials, designers and members of the community in Peace Dale, RI are considering the best mixture of uses for the mixed-use revitalization of an old mill.

1 minute read

December 26, 2003, 7:00 AM PST

By Connie Chung

In considering future uses for the old Palisades Mill, the town planning director for Peace Dale says that '"a mixture or a balance is what's important at this site.' " Although some parts of the community are divided on future residential uses of the mill, the planning for the site has "left the black-and-white realm and are now into the shades of gray in terms of use...."

Thanks to John Flaherty

FULL STORY: Common ingredient in plans for mills is mixed uses

Monday, December 22, 2003 in The Providence Journal

Community / Economic Development Rhode Island

I love the variety of courses, many practical, and all richly illustrated. They have inspired many ideas that I've applied in practice, and in my own teaching. Mary G., Urban Planner

I love the variety of courses, many practical, and all richly illustrated. They have inspired many ideas that I've applied in practice, and in my own teaching.

Mary G., Urban Planner

Get top-rated, practical training

Start Learning

Advertise with us

Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools

This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.