Arts and Entertainment Districts
Explore benefits of and strategies for creating a vibrant arts and entertainment district in your downtown or neighborhood. Published in Main Street Now Journal.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards
Use these accessibility standards to guide you as you make accessibility upgrades in your community. Published by US Access Board.
Chicago, Illinois © Max Bender
Building a Path toward Clean Water and Vibrant Communities
Effective stormwater management is an important element of many streetscaping plans to reduce pollution of your drinking water and other community benefits. Published in Main Street Now Journal.
On the “Flip” Side of Historic Preservation
Learn how a Main Street turned a historic preservation problem into an real estate opportunity and learned how to acquire, rehab, and save historic buildings while bringing in critical income. Published in main Street Now Journal.
Illustrated Guidelines on Sustainability for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings
Guidelines to assist Main Streets as they include sustainability upgrades in their building rehabilitation projects.
Growing Your Volunteer Program
Main Street Vineland's four-point plan for growing their volunteer program focusing on recruitment, retention, and recognition.
Multicultural Merchandising
The importance of understanding multicultural design preferences as our business environment becomes increasingly diverse.
Establishing a District Niche
Learn how focusing on the unique features of your community can make a Main Street district memorable to shoppers and visitors. Published in Main Street Now Journal.
Zoning Codes: A Powerful Community Redevelopment Tool
Revised zoning codes and updated land-use plans give communities the ability to shape their future while protecting their past. Published in Main Street Now Journal.
Making the Case for Retail Leasing
Filling vacant retail space is a persistent challenge. Every commercial district has a few stubborn vacancies that detract from its visual appeal and reduce long-term economic vitality. In this article, Errin Welty explains how to assess these spaces and work with resistant landlords.
Marshalltown, IA