Once a vital regional center, Fresno enjoyed growth and prosperity from its founding in 1872 through World War II. Today it is California’s fifth largest city, but has suffered a gradual decline related to the sprawl growth at its outlying suburban edges and the over-scaled roadways and highways that now surround its downtown. To address the City’s long-term challenges, Moule & Polyzoides was asked to create a new plan for the 7,200-acre core area, including the Fulton Corridor, the historic Fulton Mall and the surrounding neighborhoods.

The plan focuses on revitalization, infrastructure, sustainability, aesthetics and economic development and will integrate one of the State’s proposed high-speed rail stations. Incorporating extensive public outreach and input, the overall effort develops a comprehensive vision for future development through a new Specific Plan, community plan and a supporting environmental document.