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Home Case Studies Fort Worth, TX


CITY OF FORT WORTH, TX

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BACKGROUND

East Berry Street in Fort Worth, Texas, required a comprehensive redevelopment
plan to transform it into a vibrant, walkable corridor. Traditional zoning and
planning methods often failed to provide clear, actionable insights, leading to
inefficient decision-making and limited community engagement. The City of Fort
Worth sought to address these challenges with the integration of ArcGIS
Urbanasan analytical, 3D visualization and as a creativeinformed decision-making
planning tool.

Like many urban areas, East Berry Street faced the issue of fragmented
development patterns and outdated zoning ordinances that did not align with the
city’s vision for a dynamic, inclusive corridor. The city neededa modern
approach to visualize, analyze, and plan the redevelopment in a way that
stakeholders could easily understand and contribute to.


SOLUTIONS

As a certified Esri ArcGIS Urban specialtypartner, ViewPro assisted the City of
Fort Worth in leveraging ArcGIS Urban for the East Berry Street Corridor Plan.
The project was divided into four parts to effectively utilize ArcGIS Urban's
capabilities:


GIS DATA COLLECTION

An inventory of data was organized in ArcGIS Pro to understand the study area
and identify patterns within the data. This comprehensive dataset included land
use, parcel size, building age, and proximity to civic attractions, forming the
basis for the suitability analysis.


SUITABILITY ANALYSIS

Suitability analysis identified a list of catalytic sties in the East Berry
Street study area best suited for future growthto accommodate high density
growth. By combining quantitative data with market conditions, ViewProteamhelped
create visuals that highlighted areas most suitable for redevelopment andinfill
development. Key variables included land value, building age, access to civic
facilities, and underutilized parcels.Here is a quick overview of creation of
suitability model in ArcGIS Urban and how the catalytic sites are identified.


BUILDING SCENARIOS FOR THE CATALYTIC SITE

As a next step, ViewPro team used ArcGIS Urban to build specific scenarios for
key locations including Renaissance Square, Miller Avenue, Edgewood Park, and
Lake Arlington. This step involved modeling different development scenarios to
assess the impact of various densities, building heights, and land uses. The 3D
models allowed stakeholders to visualize potential changes and their
implications.

Using scenario planning tools with ArcGIS Urban to rewrite zoning codes that
aligns with desired future scenarios offers significant advantages for urban
planners and policymakers. These tools facilitate the visualization and analysis
of various zoning scenarios, enabling planners to understand the potential
impacts of different zoning regulations on urban development. ArcGIS Urban
allows for the simulation of changes in land use, density, and building types,
providing a clear picture of how new zoning codes might affect the urban
landscape. This capability aids in identifying and mitigating potential issues
before implementation, ensuring more effective and equitable zoning regulations.
Additionally, the ability to create 3D visualizations enhances stakeholder
engagement by clearly demonstrating the effects of proposed zoning changes. This
data-driven approach fosters informed decision-making, improves collaboration
among different departments, and supports sustainable and strategic urban growth
by ensuring zoning codes align with long-term planning goals


SUITABILITY ANALYSIS

Suitability analysis identified a list of catalytic sties in the East Berry
Street study area best suited for future growthto accommodate high density
growth. By combining quantitative data with market conditions, ViewProteamhelped
create visuals that highlighted areas most suitable for redevelopment andinfill
development. Key variables included land value, building age, access to civic
facilities, and underutilized parcels.Here is a quick overview of creation of
suitability model in ArcGIS Urban and how the catalytic sites are identified.

Here is a quick overview of the scenario planning development process with
ArcGIS Urban


FINAL OUTPUTS

The series of analytical steps—from building a digital twin to performing a
suitability analysis and developing test scenarios—enabled the team to
understand the effects of proposed developments. This process also facilitated
the introduction of various land uses to transform catalytic sites into retail
hubs or neighborhood nodes.

To provide better visualization, all the scenario planning results were exported
to TwinMotion gaming engine to create 3D walkthroughs offers a dynamic way to
visualize urban development projects. This integration allows urban planners and
stakeholders to experience proposed changes in a highly immersive environment.
By exporting detailed scenario data from ArcGIS Urban, including land use,
building designs, and infrastructure plans, into Twinmotion, users can create
realistic, interactive 3D walkthroughs. These walkthroughs help stakeholders
better understand the spatial context and aesthetic impact of proposed
developments, facilitating more informed decision-making. The ability to explore
different scenarios in a virtual space enhances engagement, allowing for
real-time feedback and more effective communication of complex urban planning
concepts. Ultimately, this integration supports a more transparent and
participatory planning process, ensuring that urban development aligns with
community needs and expectations.

Here is a quick video about a similar 3D walkthrough of the Lake Arlington
region.

Additionally ViewPro team leveraged the CityEngine modeling capabilities to
create a CGA rule-based model for generating street sections significantly
enhances urban design and planning efficiency. CGA (Computer Generated
Architecture) rules allow for the automation of detailed and consistent street
section creation, accommodating various urban design standards and aesthetic
preferences. This approach enables planners to quickly produce multiple street
layouts, each tailored to specific zoning regulations and environmental
considerations. By leveraging CityEngine's powerful modeling capabilities, urban
designers can visualize and iterate street designs rapidly, ensuring functional,
safe, and visually appealing urban streetscapes that meet diverse community
needs.

Exporting CityEngine results to Twinmotionallows urban planners to create highly
realistic and immersive visualizations of their models. This integration
enhances the presentation quality of urban projects by providing detailed,
interactive 3D environments. The advanced rendering capabilities of Twinmotion
bring CityEngine's rule-based designs to life, making it easier to communicate
complex urban planning concepts to stakeholders.


SUMMARY

The redevelopment of East Berry Street in Fort Worth, Texas, exemplifies the
transformative power of integrating advanced planning tools like ArcGIS Urban
with innovative visualization technologies such as Twinmotion and CityEngine. By
leveraging ArcGIS Urban's comprehensive data analysis and 3D visualization
capabilities, the City of Fort Worth successfully identified key redevelopment
areas and engaged stakeholders with clear, impactful presentations of potential
urban changes. The process of exporting scenario data to Twinmotion for
interactive 3D walkthroughs further enhanced understanding and participation,
ensuring that proposed developments were well-received and aligned with
community needs. Additionally, the use of CityEngine to create CGA rule-based
street sections streamlined urban design efforts, promoting efficient and
consistent planning outcomes. These technologies collectively fostered a
data-driven, collaborative, and transparent planning process, culminating in a
redevelopment plan that supports sustainable growth and revitalization of the
East Berry Street Corridor. The case study demonstrates how modern GIS tools can
revolutionize urban planning, setting a precedent for future projects aiming for
effective, inclusive, and visually compelling urban development.


WORD FROM THE CLIENT

Without ArcGIS Urban Scenario Planning, the transportation corridor study would
lack the comprehensive visualization and analysis needed for successful,
informed decision-making. This technology is crucial for evaluating development
scenarios and optimizing urban mobility solutions, ensuring project success

Reference
Walter B. Council, AICP
Principal Regional Planner, City of Fort Worth
Turnaround Time
30 Days
Technical Challenge
High
Prime Consultant
enCodePlus
Suhag Kansara,
MUP
Principal
GIS Lead
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