Context Sensitive Solutions

The principles of Context Sensitive Solutions are critical to all of our planning and design projects.  To truly develop the best solution for any project, one must understand the "Genius Loci" or spirit of the place.  Once the planner and designer understand the physical, cultural, and historical make-up of a particular place, alternatives to solving problems and creating better places for people to live, work, and play have a fundamental context within which alternative solutions can be analyzed.

JMT approaches every project with the philosophy that transportation projects or building facilities are an integral part of the community. As stewards of these projects and facilities, JMT works with clients to ensure that our projects achieve the following goals:

  • the needs of all users of the facilities are addressed
  • the solutions are fully accessible and address safety for all users
  • the process is collaborative and inclusive of all stakeholders
  • the needs are balanced with the environmental, aesthetic, historical and cultural needs
  • the design team utilizes a holistic multi-disciplined approach

 

Projects

Gay Street Bridge, SR 113, Section 08B

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Chester County, Pennsylvania

JMT provided a full range of services to replace a landmark bridge with a new structure that met the community's expectations within a historic district. 

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Owings Mills Boulevard South Extension

JMT designed a 1.2 mile long, new roadway extension through an existing residential community while avoiding sensitive environmental features.

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C&D Canal Recreational Trail

JMT designed sustainable trail facilities in support of a multi-state project to implement the C&D Canal Trail.

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Kenneth Young Memorial Park Master Site Plan

JMT helped develop a master site plan for a community park.

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Penn Park Master Plan

JMT helped develop a master plan for the revitalization of a 15-acre downtown park.

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Stump Park Site Plan & Construction Documents

JMT completed a park development plan that promoted recreational activities while emphasizing conservation of natural and heritage resources.

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City of York 2030 Plan & Zoning Ordinance Update

JMT provided comprehensive planning, design, mapping and graphics, public involvement and ordinance services for the development of the City of York's 2030 Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance Rewrite & Map Update.

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North Third Street Corridor Revitalization

JMT provided comprehensive planning, design, mapping and graphics, public involvement and organizational structure development services to the City of Harrisburg to develop the North Third Street Corridor Revitalization Plan.

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