Downtown Fayetteville urban design plan points to thriving, vibrant district

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WTVD) -- The drafted downtown Fayetteville urban development design plan could mark a significant change for the city. The sketches display a thriving and vibrant district.

The city held a public presentation Tuesday and released its findings.

The draft recommends the following:

• Improving walkability and enhancing trails and parks downtown
• Transforming the city hall block into a sports and entertainment area
• Create a downtown district
• Improve downtown's gateways and foster living
• The possibility of a performing arts center