Hagersville Streetscape Plan

10. Improve the physical condition of
sidewalks in the area through
replacement, reconstruction and
maintenance.
Downtown Hagersville has numerous
spots where the sidewalks are worn,
patched, broken or shifted, and now
present tripping hazards for
pedestrians along the sidewalk. Such
deficiencies not only affect the
functioning of the sidewalks, but also
the physical appearance of the
streets and, ultimately, a visitor’s
impression of the area. Sidewalks in
this condition should be replaced,
particularly in and around the central
intersection, with durable materials
(with opportunities for decorative
material where warranted) that can
be easily maintained over the longterm
while improving the visual
impression of the area.
11. Strengthen the entrances to
downtown Hagersville with features
that highlight the community
identity.
Downtown Hagersville does not have
a strong presence at its four
entrances (from the north, south,
east and west) that introduce visitors
to the area. This introduction should
assist in encouraging visitors to stop
in Hagersville as they are passing on
the main streets. These gateway
locations should be improved with
simple signage feature with a design
style that is consistent with the
overall identify and character of
downtown Hagersville (as per #7
above).
12. Better educate and inform property
and business owners as to
appropriate improvements and
materials.
Downtown Hagersville has a number
of building and property conditions
that warrant improvement; however
owners may not necessarily know
how to go about improving these
conditions. These conditions include
both building façade conditions as
well as property conditions. The
Streetscape Plan should provide
sufficient guidance for informing
property and business owners as to
recommended materials and
approaches for improving their
building and properties.
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