In this concept a small Main Street with concentrated commercial development leads the resident/visitor across Walnut Creek to more commercial opportunities that celebrate the creek. A ‘Lodge Style’ resort is part of this plan that also highlights and respects the ecology of the creek. The resort and main street businesses help create revenue for each other. A strong connection exists with the improved Safeway Plaza, drawing customers to this hub of the Town. The street extends through the tract in an eco-sensitive fashion to the new Wildlife Center. This concept creates a balance between the in-town market (residential development) and the out-of-town market (resort, commercial and town homes) making it attractive to possible investors.  New residential development matches adjacent existing densities becoming higher density as it nears the Main Street. Clustered development with large lots is oriented to create pocket parks. Common to all the concepts a park at Adair Spring creates a draw for visitors and residents alike.  Generous greenways help to buffer existing uses to new development and create alternative routes for people to use, including the buffer of Walnut Creek.

• Adds additional acreage to Big Springs Environmental Study Area
• Creates a desirable ratio of development to non-development to attract possible investors
• Meets the needs of residents and visitors by creating open space, sales tax, added amenities and a recreation destination
• Expands connections through the tract both vehicular and pedestrian

• Creates a strong separation between visitors and residents
• Lots of development along creek, high land use
• Lots of additional infrastructure needed (roads, utilities)
• Puts a lot of pressure on the resort to succeed