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 Increased expansion of suburban growth is creating strangling congestion, a loss of traditional sense of community, and irreparable ecological damage for many municipalities throughout central Alabama. Land is being deforested, streams are being placed in pipes, and open space is rapidly being depleted.
 Recognizing the potential threat of this type of growth on their community, the City of Chelsea commissioned 4SITE, Inc. and the Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham to assist them in designing a plan that would establish a central, community core while embracing the best natural features of their surrounding landscape. By establishing a core village center and smaller, neighborhood centers that reinforce transit and respect the site's ecology, the new master plan for Chelsea is a first step toward fostering a sense of community while providing the city with a positive direction for future growth.
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