655 Israel Rd SW, Tumwater, WA 98501

Town Center District

The intent of the town center TC zone district is to create a mixed use, urban density, transit-supported town center. The area should consist of multistory buildings oriented to create convenient pedestrian and transit access. Use of public gathering areas, shared parking facilities and public walkways that connect uses within the town center are envisioned. Development should occur in a manner that is consistent with the goals and policies set forth in the Tumwater comprehensive plan. The town center zone district consists of the following subdistricts: Town Center Mixed Use. The intent of the town center mixed use subdistrict is to provide mixed retail, office and residential uses at a level of intensity sufficient to support transit services and to provide a focus for the town center. Mixed use can include: development of a parcel or structure with one or more different land uses, such as a combination of residential, office, retail, public, or entertainment in a single or physically integrated group of structures. A broad mix of land uses are allowed in this subdistrict, including retail, personal and professional services, restaurants, entertainment, lodging, community facilities and residential. Along designated main streets Figure 18.23.010, ground floor retail sales, personal services and restaurants are encouraged with residential uses, professional services and general offices on the upper stories.; Town Center Professional Office. The intent of the town center professional office subdistrict is to provide for employment growth in government, professional, business, health and personal services. Complementary retail sales within an office structure are allowed.; Town Center Civic. The intent of the town center civic subdistrict is to provide for civic uses that provide identity and focus for the Tumwater town center.; Town Center Residential. The intent of the town center residential subdistrict is to provide for a high quality, high density living environment within walking distance of jobs, shopping and public transportation. A mix of housing choices is encouraged to create a variety in residential opportunities.