WHAT IS A TOWN CENTER?   
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According to a study by the Urban Land Institute, “A town center is an enduring, walkable, and integrated open-air, multi-use development that is organized around a clearly identifiable and energized public realm where citizens can gather and strengthen their community bonds.  It is anchored by retail, dining, and leisure uses, as well as by vertical or horizontal residential uses.  At least one other type of development is included in a town center, such as office, hospitality, and cultural uses.  Over time, a town center evolves into the most diverse part of a community with strong connections to its surroundings.
_{Based on Ten Principles for Developing Successful Town Centers, Urban Land Institute}

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‍SENSE OF PLACE Poplar Creek TownCenter is designed to be the heart and soul of the community.  It cultivates a sense of place, of belonging, to not only those who live there, but also those who visit.  

Poplar Creek TownCenter is a multi-use development that will foster a sense of community and connectedness through its walkable, integrated open-air spaces.  Restaurants and shops will recreate the town square of yesterday and a sophisticated urban lifestyle.

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RESPECT FOR THE LAND The goal of sustainability is to be environmentally responsible and physically enduring, to create a memorable place that makes people want to return often.  It is well connected to the surrounding streets, parks, and trails and to places where people can access public transportation.

Poplar Creek TownCenter will fulfill these goals through preservation of woods and wetlands, while creating new park areas and playground, and pedestrian trails.  It is ideally connected to surrounding infrastructure as well as numerous public transportation options.