The corridor’s key characteristics will shape future revitalization attempts:

  • It is low-rise: no buildings are taller than a single-story It privileges cars:

  • it has frequent curb cuts and large surface parking lots along the sidewalk.

  • It is a site of frequent traffic accidents (see page 48)

  • It lacks shade (see page 50)

These characteristics suggest that significant changes will be needed to once again make 21st Street a place where people will want to spend time. However, it can still be activated and improved in the short term, even with limited resources.

21st Street Land Use