Fort Worth, Texas
STOCKYARDS FORM-BASED CODE
Challenge: Balance historic preservation as part of the National Register of Historic Places with additional development. Ensure the continued authenticity of the Stockyards.
Outcome:
- Form-based code that increases predictability, preserves existing character and enhances walkability.
- Three tiers with different level of regulation: historic core, transition and edge.
- Place-based approach to promote rehabilitation of historic resources.
- Coded for historic mass and scale and consistent character along streets.
Year adopted: 2017
Team:
Code Studio (Lead)
Winter & Company
Third Coast Design Studio
Noell Consulting Group
Berkenbile Landscape Architects
Toole Design Group