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Pg 73-90: Urban Street Design Guide

Comment:
Section discusses interim design strategies, such as demonstration projects, including parklets, temporary street closures or open streets events, temporary public plazas, etc.

Last Updated (Year): 2013

Year Produced: 2013

Abstract:

A blueprint for designing 21st century streets, the Guide unveils the toolbox and the tactics cities use to make streets safer, more livable, and more economically vibrant. The Guide outlines both a clear vision for complete streets and a basic road map for how to bring them to fruition.

For:Walking, Biking

The E's:Engineering, Education

Ped Bike Activity:

  • Planning

Ped Bike Topic:

  • Demonstration Projects

Facility Type:Temporary Fix

Urban Context:Urban

Resource Type:

  • Guidance

Link to Content Source:

Urban Street Design Guide