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        (b)   The built form response should be consistent with the heritage/ character buildings without mimicking or replicating;
        (c)   Built form response must be respectful of the former Masonic Hall next door in terms of its siting, built form character and
              landscape character; and
        (d)   Key views, mid­block links and improvement to landscape character should be a consideration. See Figure 1 – Key
              Development Site Pomona.

 (9)    Streetscape Treatment Areas reinforce the character experience of Pomona. They establish street hierarchy and character that is
        appropriate for the use and role of the street primarily through the extent, quality and application of materials, placement of
        streetscape elements/furniture and interfaces. Treatments should be consistent with any existing or proposed streetscape
        improvement works in the area. Primary streetscape treatment areas for Pomona Include:
        (a)   High quality materials and finishes, exhibiting local character, that reinforce Memorial Avenue, Station Street and Reserve
              Street as the main streets;
        (b)   A well connected pedestrian friendly zone with a high level of amenity for pedestrians – low vehicle speeds, attractive
              vegetated streetscaping, continuous, wide, level, weather protected footpaths, safe crossings, etc;
        (c)   Reinforce street activation principles, provide a focus for active interfaces such as well integrated outdoor dining areas;
        (d)   High quality landscaping including enhanced greening at key intersections, street trees with canopy shade cover and
              extensive low level planting;
        (e)   Focus quality public realm around, and connecting to public transport stops (bus stops on Memorial Avenue and the
              Railway Station); and
        (f)   Provide clear, visible, unique and consistent signage at entries into the town to help people understand where they are.


 (10)   Special Place ­ The Intersection of Memorial Avenue and Reserve Street (main streets) marks the arrival in the ‘centre’ of Pomona.
        It is an important arrival point and meeting place, for pedestrians in particular. This intersection and its surrounds should be the
        highest quality space with the highest levels of embellishment. Key existing attributes include:
        (a)   Maximised public realm and pedestrian priority ­ expanded curbs at corners, reduced road pavement and low vehicle
              speeds;
        (b)   High quality materials and finishes exhibiting local character;
        (c)   Character landscape (intense landscape at the corners and centre);
        (d)   Highly visible outdoor dining areas integrated with the streetscape on the corner;
        (e)   Public amenities, bike storage, resting and meeting places of a high number and quality;
        (f)   Close proximity and within sight of many key destinations (including community buildings, picnic tables, playground,
              amenities, mobile library etc);
        (g)   Nearby views to Mt Cooroora;
        (h)   Directional signage to key destinations; and
              (i)    Corners sites/ buildings that positively address intersection.

 (11)   Key Pedestrian/Cycle Connections ­ Key links include:
        (a)   Subway Avenue underpass which should remain although is worthy of improvement as an east­west link for pedestrians,
              cyclists and even horse riders.
        (b)   Pomona Railway Station
              (i)    This is an important arrival point for passengers from north or south. Pedestrian connection in either direction could
                     be improved, as could wayfinding and the public realm environment in general. The existing pedestrian level
                     crossing is planned to be upgraded as the need to maintain an attractive, safe and inclusive connection between
                     both sides of the railway line is imperative.
              (ii)   The station offers views to the iconic Pomona Hotel with Mt Cooroora in the distance.

        (c)   ‘Pomona Community Promenade’ ­ reinforce the importance of this path network, linking key community, arts and
              recreation nodes in the core
        (d)   Primary Streetscape Areas ­ Investigate opportunities for additional crossings that prioritise pedestrian movement and
              safety in the core retail areas / between core destinations.
        (e)   Laneway Activation/ Mid­block
              (i)    Opportunity exists to create active frontages (small tenancies) along the rear laneway and create a mid­block
                     connection through to Station Street and beyond ­ to Railway Station, Factory Street, Cooroora Creek Park, etc.



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