class 8 Flashcards
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Transit-oriented development
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focuses on intensification in urban design
Mixes higher density retail, commercial and residential use around transit nodes
Provides support for mass transit
Plans suburban growth around bus ways, light rail transit, etc.
Increases development and densification around subway stations
Future of driverless cars and smart parking
2
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New Urbanism
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focuses on human-scaled urbandesign
“Neighbourhood village” concept
Esthetically pleasing streetscapes
Walkable blocks and streets
Housing and shopping in close proximity
Accessible public spaces and walkways
Diversity of housing styles
