Ottawa's Byward Market

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Came across a blog post from Jon Willing at the Ottawa Sun regarding the Market's future:

The Wish List For A Refreshed Byward Market

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Here’s what those numbers mean in the diagram:

1 Market Square – Flexible space with parking garage below.

2 Reconfigured parking, outdoor market on York St. The central aisle is wider and tree planting will create a sense of boulevard improving the view and access from Major’s Hill Park.

3 Existing patios on the north side of York St. Create an anchor focal point at the intersection of William and York, maybe a kiosk or art display.

4 Outdoor market layout as existing. Open two crosswalks connecting the side market entrances to the west sidewalks.

5 William St. to be pedestrian and continue the pedestrian only corridor south past George and north of York.

6 George St. market entrance plaza: Reorganize the market tents and cafe seating to leave the market entrance visible from William and George.

7 William St. to be partially reopened to traffic for garage exit and service. Street to be shared with patios, trees and plantings.

8 Byward Market St. becomes two ways, like William St. on other side of a new market building.

9 Enhance pedestrian experience on Clarence St. when parking garage entrance is eliminated.

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