Restrictive signage standards should be applied. Buffering from surrounding uses may be required. Attractive landscape and planning standards should be applied. Overlay or special design standards may apply to new projects. Coherent design themes are necessary to establish overall unity of the district.
Public environment is very important.
Marion Center Mixed Use Traditional downtown district of Marion. Includes mix of uses, primarily commercial, office and upper level residential. Establishes mixed use pattern in the traditional city center. Recognizes current development patterns without permitting undesirable land uses. District may expand with development of appropriately designed adjacent projects.