The document discusses the development of public transportation in Honolulu over time, from streetcars and trains to the current bus system and upcoming rail system. It describes how the rail system will integrate with other transportation networks and change how people get around the island. It also explains how transit-oriented development around rail stations will help manage growth, encourage walkable communities, and accommodate development in a sustainable way.
April 21 Complete Streets Open House BoardsCityofBoulder
The document describes an open house hosted by the city to highlight various transportation projects and programs within the Complete Streets focus area of the city's Transportation Master Plan. Projects featured include corridor studies, pedestrian programs, capital improvement projects, and plans for transit and mobility hubs. The open house invites community members to learn about ongoing efforts to improve safety and sustainability across all transportation modes and provide feedback.
This document discusses transit oriented development (TOD). It explains that TOD brings compact, mixed-use development within walking distance of high capacity transit like rail or bus rapid transit. This allows people to access jobs, services, and opportunities with short commutes by walking, biking or public transit rather than personal vehicles. TOD is described as creating more sustainable, livable communities that promote public health and reduce environmental impacts. The document provides examples of Wendel's work on TOD projects and outlines their approach to responsible design focused on connectivity, density, mixed uses and other principles.
TransLink presentation that looks at the challenge of building transit-oriented development in communities that are auto-oriented. Gives examples including Downtown Surrey (Whalley) and Newton. Also, look at the 5 "D" of TOD: Density, Distance, Destinations, Diversity, and Design.
The document analyzes the site for a proposed light rail station in Robina, Australia. It examines 9 factors: 1) population density is 15.5 people per hectare, 2) there is no existing mixed-use space but potential for redevelopment, 3) connectivity to other areas is limited requiring reliance on cars, 4) building fronts mostly face paths but the bus station front is a privacy screen, 5) only one active frontage exists, 6) shade and shelter is largely absent, 7) the site is at the base of a steep incline posing challenges, 8) path quality varies with debris and 9) pedestrian crossings require improvements. Recommendations are made to address the issues.
The document discusses strategies for promoting bicycling and non-motorized transportation (NMT) in Cape Town, South Africa. It notes that apartheid spatial planning created poverty and inadequate public transportation. The goals are to increase bicycling and walking through creating a safe network of paths, and to integrate NMT with other transportation projects and planning. Challenges include safety, weather, funding, and competing uses of road space. Suggestions include clear vision, community participation, partnerships, and sustainable funding. Achievements so far include the longest continuous cycle lane in Africa integrated with bus rapid transit routes.
This document discusses best practices in transit oriented development through six case studies: The Bridges in Calgary, Alberta; Fruitvale Village in Oakland, California; Mission Meridian Village in South Pasadena, California; and Clarendon Metro Station in Arlington, Virginia. It outlines key elements of the projects, which commonly include mixed-use and higher density development concentrated near transit stations, with densities decreasing farther out. Design guidelines aim to make the areas pedestrian-friendly while blending with surrounding neighborhoods. Common urban design themes are also outlined.
This document reviews transportation and infrastructure improvements as a strategy for urban revitalization. It discusses how transportation projects are implemented in public spaces and often precede private redevelopment. Case studies of projects in Atlanta and Fort Lauderdale show how improvements to walkability, transit access, and aesthetics can spur redevelopment. Success is measured through metrics like increased density, mobility, and livability. Transportation investments can effectively encourage economic development when planned and executed as part of a comprehensive revitalization strategy.
April 21 Complete Streets Open House BoardsCityofBoulder
The document describes an open house hosted by the city to highlight various transportation projects and programs within the Complete Streets focus area of the city's Transportation Master Plan. Projects featured include corridor studies, pedestrian programs, capital improvement projects, and plans for transit and mobility hubs. The open house invites community members to learn about ongoing efforts to improve safety and sustainability across all transportation modes and provide feedback.
This document discusses transit oriented development (TOD). It explains that TOD brings compact, mixed-use development within walking distance of high capacity transit like rail or bus rapid transit. This allows people to access jobs, services, and opportunities with short commutes by walking, biking or public transit rather than personal vehicles. TOD is described as creating more sustainable, livable communities that promote public health and reduce environmental impacts. The document provides examples of Wendel's work on TOD projects and outlines their approach to responsible design focused on connectivity, density, mixed uses and other principles.
TransLink presentation that looks at the challenge of building transit-oriented development in communities that are auto-oriented. Gives examples including Downtown Surrey (Whalley) and Newton. Also, look at the 5 "D" of TOD: Density, Distance, Destinations, Diversity, and Design.
The document analyzes the site for a proposed light rail station in Robina, Australia. It examines 9 factors: 1) population density is 15.5 people per hectare, 2) there is no existing mixed-use space but potential for redevelopment, 3) connectivity to other areas is limited requiring reliance on cars, 4) building fronts mostly face paths but the bus station front is a privacy screen, 5) only one active frontage exists, 6) shade and shelter is largely absent, 7) the site is at the base of a steep incline posing challenges, 8) path quality varies with debris and 9) pedestrian crossings require improvements. Recommendations are made to address the issues.
The document discusses strategies for promoting bicycling and non-motorized transportation (NMT) in Cape Town, South Africa. It notes that apartheid spatial planning created poverty and inadequate public transportation. The goals are to increase bicycling and walking through creating a safe network of paths, and to integrate NMT with other transportation projects and planning. Challenges include safety, weather, funding, and competing uses of road space. Suggestions include clear vision, community participation, partnerships, and sustainable funding. Achievements so far include the longest continuous cycle lane in Africa integrated with bus rapid transit routes.
This document discusses best practices in transit oriented development through six case studies: The Bridges in Calgary, Alberta; Fruitvale Village in Oakland, California; Mission Meridian Village in South Pasadena, California; and Clarendon Metro Station in Arlington, Virginia. It outlines key elements of the projects, which commonly include mixed-use and higher density development concentrated near transit stations, with densities decreasing farther out. Design guidelines aim to make the areas pedestrian-friendly while blending with surrounding neighborhoods. Common urban design themes are also outlined.
This document reviews transportation and infrastructure improvements as a strategy for urban revitalization. It discusses how transportation projects are implemented in public spaces and often precede private redevelopment. Case studies of projects in Atlanta and Fort Lauderdale show how improvements to walkability, transit access, and aesthetics can spur redevelopment. Success is measured through metrics like increased density, mobility, and livability. Transportation investments can effectively encourage economic development when planned and executed as part of a comprehensive revitalization strategy.
Transport Policies for Van Couver, CanadaSaumya Gupta
The presentation covers the Transport Policies of Vancouver. All data is from secondary sources, which are duly mentioned in the last slide. This was done as a part of an assignment of Transport Policy and Legislation.
The Purple Line light rail expansion in Houston has moved forward, providing benefits to the community. The 6.6 mile, 10 station line will connect major activity centers like universities and medical centers while alleviating traffic congestion. It faces challenges like minimizing utility disruption along the congested corridor. Features include sleek rail vehicles, contemporary stations featuring local art, and stops near sports stadiums. The line will improve transit access and support development, helping address longstanding flooding issues.
New Developments in Transit Oriented DevelopmentVirtual ULI
This document discusses transit-oriented development in Maryland and Bellevue, Washington. It describes Maryland's legal framework and projects to promote TOD around transit stations, including designating TOD zones and providing funding. It outlines Bellevue's plan to transition the Bel-Red corridor from industrial to mixed-use around a new light rail station, including adopting transitoriented zoning. It also discusses infrastructure plans like mobility improvements to support growth in Bellevue and the Spring District redevelopment project.
Sandon Rogers and Helen Gabriel of the City of Suffolk Public Works Department and Parks & Recreation received awards from the American Public Works Association for two projects. Rogers received an award for intersection improvement projects on Bridge Road and Bennetts Pasture Road/Bridge Road and Lee Farm Lane. Rogers and Gabriel received an honorable mention for the Suffolk Seaboard Coastline Trail, an 11-mile multiuse trail. The projects improved safety and traffic flow as well as providing a recreational asset. Rogers and Gabriel will be recognized at the APWA Mid-Atlantic Chapter's annual conference in May.
GROWING THROUGH TRANSIT: a plan for transit oriented development in downtown ...John-Mark Palacios
This document provides a plan for transit-oriented development in downtown Fort Lauderdale centered around a proposed passenger rail station on the Florida East Coast Railway line. It begins with an introduction to the study area and context, then discusses transit-oriented development principles. An analysis of the existing conditions finds strengths in connectivity and resources but also opportunities to improve walkability and reduce car dependency. Guiding principles call for improving walkability, celebrating resources, increasing density affordably, and reducing car usage. The plan proposes a vision for the study area and site with a conceptual redevelopment emphasizing a multi-modal, mixed-use environment to better connect the area.
The document summarizes a study analyzing over 280 transit stations in the Boston metropolitan region to understand the diversity of development opportunities around stations. It finds:
1) Station areas vary greatly in existing density, mix of uses, demographics, and travel behavior, ranging from dense urban core areas to low-density suburban and rural stations.
2) Based on current development proposals and redevelopment potential, the study estimates transit station areas could accommodate over 76,000 new housing units and space for 130,000 new jobs by 2035, providing significant benefits compared to dispersed growth.
3) To help decision-makers craft context-sensitive TOD policies, the study develops a new typology categorizing stations into 10 distinct
This document discusses a study analyzing the accessibility of public transportation for motor disabled citizens in Lisbon, Portugal. The study used a geographic information system to model Lisbon's public transportation network, including pedestrian, road, rail, and river networks. It evaluated the accessibility of subway and river stations, as well as bus routes. The goal was to understand where improvements are needed to accessibility infrastructure and services to increase mobility for motor disabled citizens. Key findings from municipal regulations and analyses of the multimodal network model identified accessibility problems and barriers that need to be addressed.
This document proposes a transit-oriented development plan around a new multi-modal transit center in Springfield, Illinois. The plan focuses on redeveloping eight city blocks within a quarter mile of the proposed transit center. It envisions three main areas: a multi-modal center with bus and rail terminals, mixed-use development, and new housing. The design concepts aim to create an attractive, walkable environment near transit with a mix of uses following the Richardson Romanesque architectural style of Union Station.
The document proposes updates to the transportation element of Fort Lauderdale's comprehensive plan to enhance equity, connectivity, and livability through transportation initiatives. It recommends expanding public transit options like the Wave streetcar, implementing a bus rapid transit network, and establishing an intracoastal ferry system. It also proposes designating urban growth areas to concentrate future development, adopting a modal hierarchy prioritizing pedestrians and transit, implementing complete streets design standards, and designating some streets as public spaces. The goals are to provide more equitable, sustainable, and multimodal transportation access for all citizens.
The TOD Study presented yesterday looked carefully at land use and transportation patterns, and then suggested the general contours for a reshaped downtown. Six potential development clusters were identified, including: the North Avenue Gateway (between Memorial Circle and I-95), the Central Corridor (between I-95 and the Metro-North tracks), Crossroads (the heart of the downtown, near the intersection of Huguenot and North), the West Gateway (where Huguenot and Main meet near Pintard), the East Gateway (around Echo Bay and Faneuil Park), and the I-95 Gateway (near the end of Palmer Avenue.)
Transit Oriented Development is the exciting fast growing trend in creating vibrant, livable, sustainable communities. Also known as TOD, it's the creation of compact, walkable, pedestrian-oriented, mixed-use communities centered around high quality train systems.
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This document discusses plans for a trail system on the former Fort Ord lands. It provides definitions of different types of trails and outlines the economic benefits of trails. It then describes the regional context, including the jurisdictions and entities involved in trail planning. Finally, it summarizes the various trail planning efforts underway by the cities of Marina and Seaside, Monterey County, the Bureau of Land Management, California State University Monterey Bay, the Transportation Agency of Monterey County, and other regional groups. The goal is to create an interconnected regional trail network for pedestrians, cyclists, and other non-motorized users.
Study to evaluate bicycle and pedestrian connectivity along the A1A/US 1 Corridor between SE 17th St. and Dania Beach Blvd., through the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport and Port Everglades, an area notorious for being hazardous to bicycle travel.
Solving Congestion through Transit Oriented Development, Delhi (Romi Roy)Paromita Roy
Detailed Policy Framework and a Roadmap for Change - required to solve problems of Delhi & achieve a vision for a livable world class city. Solving Traffic Congestion through Transit Oriented Development, Delhi (Romi Roy)
Supported by The Rockefeller Foundation, this ebook highlights a dozen of CityLab's favorite stories from the 2014 series on how Americans will travel tomorrow.
Kim DeLaney
Lynda Westin
Jennifer Willman
Transit Oriented Development (TOD) has enormous potential to help us rethink the transportation-land use connection and reinvest in communities to become more economically vibrant, sustainable and livable. New regional and statewide tools are being created to help plan for TOD by pooling our knowledge to reduce the burden on local governments. Statewide TOD
design guidelines, the Tri-Rail Station Evaluation Project, and a TOD Resource Guide for Tampa Bay are helping us do more with less. Learn about how these collaborative efforts promote an urban development paradigm shift that optimizes return on our investments.
The document summarizes a presentation on transportation planning in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois. It discusses:
1) The region's focus on providing transportation choices through investments in biking, walking, and public transit as well as transit-supportive development.
2) A mobility implementation plan that developed scenarios to increase non-driving trips and evaluated enhanced transit corridors.
3) Recommendations to create mixed-use, walkable neighborhoods called Mobility Enhanced Developments that reduce transportation costs and emissions.
The document discusses two faces of the city of Cherkasy - as a cultural city but also a city dominated by asphalt and cars. It analyzes the current situation where about 50% of public space is taken up by asphalt and cars. This leads to pollution, accidents, and an unattractive city. The document proposes that Cherkasy needs a better integrated transport system to encourage alternatives to cars like public transport, bicycles, and walking to make the city more attractive for investment and tourism. It provides initial proposals like a one-way traffic system, developing the boulevard similarly to Barcelona's Ramblas, and connecting districts to the city center by bicycle.
Toward Integrated Transportation - Nova Scotia Context and Halifax SolutionsMarcus Garnet
Jurisdictional and cultural factors underlying North American transportation inertia; induced traffic; congestion equilibrium; changing priorities and mind shifts; how these are reflected in Halifax's new Integrated Mobility Plan; two possible scenarios for autonomous vehicle impacts on lifestyle and settlement patterns; some advice for sustainable transportation advocates.
Systems Level Approach To Sustainable Urban Arterial Revitalizationbrianhuey
This document presents a methodology for revitalizing urban arterials in a sustainable manner. It discusses analyzing all connected aspects, including land use, transportation, traffic, and community outreach. As a case study, it applies this framework to San Pablo Avenue in the San Francisco Bay Area. The analysis results in land use and transportation recommendations to facilitate sustainable development along the corridor by considering these various interconnected factors.
futuristic urban transit system for small cities_the dissertationMridul Bhandari
This document discusses strategies for developing a futuristic urban transportation system for small cities. It begins by defining transportation systems and their components. It then outlines the aims and objectives of understanding challenges and opportunities for transportation in small urban areas and concepts for new transit systems. The rest of the document discusses specific challenges and opportunities related to community location, form, demographics, culture, health, and resources that must be considered when developing transportation strategies for small cities.
This document provides an overview and strategic plan for transportation in Vancouver through 2040. The plan envisions a smart, efficient transportation system that supports a thriving economy while prioritizing healthy, mobile citizens through affordable and sustainable transportation options. Key goals include increasing the share of trips made by walking, cycling, and transit to over two-thirds by 2040, reducing per capita driving distances by 20% by 2020, and eliminating all traffic fatalities. The plan outlines targets and actions to guide decisions and investments to achieve this vision of a green, people-focused transportation system.
Transport Policies for Van Couver, CanadaSaumya Gupta
The presentation covers the Transport Policies of Vancouver. All data is from secondary sources, which are duly mentioned in the last slide. This was done as a part of an assignment of Transport Policy and Legislation.
The Purple Line light rail expansion in Houston has moved forward, providing benefits to the community. The 6.6 mile, 10 station line will connect major activity centers like universities and medical centers while alleviating traffic congestion. It faces challenges like minimizing utility disruption along the congested corridor. Features include sleek rail vehicles, contemporary stations featuring local art, and stops near sports stadiums. The line will improve transit access and support development, helping address longstanding flooding issues.
New Developments in Transit Oriented DevelopmentVirtual ULI
This document discusses transit-oriented development in Maryland and Bellevue, Washington. It describes Maryland's legal framework and projects to promote TOD around transit stations, including designating TOD zones and providing funding. It outlines Bellevue's plan to transition the Bel-Red corridor from industrial to mixed-use around a new light rail station, including adopting transitoriented zoning. It also discusses infrastructure plans like mobility improvements to support growth in Bellevue and the Spring District redevelopment project.
Sandon Rogers and Helen Gabriel of the City of Suffolk Public Works Department and Parks & Recreation received awards from the American Public Works Association for two projects. Rogers received an award for intersection improvement projects on Bridge Road and Bennetts Pasture Road/Bridge Road and Lee Farm Lane. Rogers and Gabriel received an honorable mention for the Suffolk Seaboard Coastline Trail, an 11-mile multiuse trail. The projects improved safety and traffic flow as well as providing a recreational asset. Rogers and Gabriel will be recognized at the APWA Mid-Atlantic Chapter's annual conference in May.
GROWING THROUGH TRANSIT: a plan for transit oriented development in downtown ...John-Mark Palacios
This document provides a plan for transit-oriented development in downtown Fort Lauderdale centered around a proposed passenger rail station on the Florida East Coast Railway line. It begins with an introduction to the study area and context, then discusses transit-oriented development principles. An analysis of the existing conditions finds strengths in connectivity and resources but also opportunities to improve walkability and reduce car dependency. Guiding principles call for improving walkability, celebrating resources, increasing density affordably, and reducing car usage. The plan proposes a vision for the study area and site with a conceptual redevelopment emphasizing a multi-modal, mixed-use environment to better connect the area.
The document summarizes a study analyzing over 280 transit stations in the Boston metropolitan region to understand the diversity of development opportunities around stations. It finds:
1) Station areas vary greatly in existing density, mix of uses, demographics, and travel behavior, ranging from dense urban core areas to low-density suburban and rural stations.
2) Based on current development proposals and redevelopment potential, the study estimates transit station areas could accommodate over 76,000 new housing units and space for 130,000 new jobs by 2035, providing significant benefits compared to dispersed growth.
3) To help decision-makers craft context-sensitive TOD policies, the study develops a new typology categorizing stations into 10 distinct
This document discusses a study analyzing the accessibility of public transportation for motor disabled citizens in Lisbon, Portugal. The study used a geographic information system to model Lisbon's public transportation network, including pedestrian, road, rail, and river networks. It evaluated the accessibility of subway and river stations, as well as bus routes. The goal was to understand where improvements are needed to accessibility infrastructure and services to increase mobility for motor disabled citizens. Key findings from municipal regulations and analyses of the multimodal network model identified accessibility problems and barriers that need to be addressed.
This document proposes a transit-oriented development plan around a new multi-modal transit center in Springfield, Illinois. The plan focuses on redeveloping eight city blocks within a quarter mile of the proposed transit center. It envisions three main areas: a multi-modal center with bus and rail terminals, mixed-use development, and new housing. The design concepts aim to create an attractive, walkable environment near transit with a mix of uses following the Richardson Romanesque architectural style of Union Station.
The document proposes updates to the transportation element of Fort Lauderdale's comprehensive plan to enhance equity, connectivity, and livability through transportation initiatives. It recommends expanding public transit options like the Wave streetcar, implementing a bus rapid transit network, and establishing an intracoastal ferry system. It also proposes designating urban growth areas to concentrate future development, adopting a modal hierarchy prioritizing pedestrians and transit, implementing complete streets design standards, and designating some streets as public spaces. The goals are to provide more equitable, sustainable, and multimodal transportation access for all citizens.
The TOD Study presented yesterday looked carefully at land use and transportation patterns, and then suggested the general contours for a reshaped downtown. Six potential development clusters were identified, including: the North Avenue Gateway (between Memorial Circle and I-95), the Central Corridor (between I-95 and the Metro-North tracks), Crossroads (the heart of the downtown, near the intersection of Huguenot and North), the West Gateway (where Huguenot and Main meet near Pintard), the East Gateway (around Echo Bay and Faneuil Park), and the I-95 Gateway (near the end of Palmer Avenue.)
Transit Oriented Development is the exciting fast growing trend in creating vibrant, livable, sustainable communities. Also known as TOD, it's the creation of compact, walkable, pedestrian-oriented, mixed-use communities centered around high quality train systems.
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transit oriented development principles
examples of transit oriented development
transit oriented development abstract
transit oriented development case studies
transit oriented development hawaii
transit oriented development seattle
transit oriented development benefits
This document discusses plans for a trail system on the former Fort Ord lands. It provides definitions of different types of trails and outlines the economic benefits of trails. It then describes the regional context, including the jurisdictions and entities involved in trail planning. Finally, it summarizes the various trail planning efforts underway by the cities of Marina and Seaside, Monterey County, the Bureau of Land Management, California State University Monterey Bay, the Transportation Agency of Monterey County, and other regional groups. The goal is to create an interconnected regional trail network for pedestrians, cyclists, and other non-motorized users.
Study to evaluate bicycle and pedestrian connectivity along the A1A/US 1 Corridor between SE 17th St. and Dania Beach Blvd., through the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport and Port Everglades, an area notorious for being hazardous to bicycle travel.
Solving Congestion through Transit Oriented Development, Delhi (Romi Roy)Paromita Roy
Detailed Policy Framework and a Roadmap for Change - required to solve problems of Delhi & achieve a vision for a livable world class city. Solving Traffic Congestion through Transit Oriented Development, Delhi (Romi Roy)
Supported by The Rockefeller Foundation, this ebook highlights a dozen of CityLab's favorite stories from the 2014 series on how Americans will travel tomorrow.
Kim DeLaney
Lynda Westin
Jennifer Willman
Transit Oriented Development (TOD) has enormous potential to help us rethink the transportation-land use connection and reinvest in communities to become more economically vibrant, sustainable and livable. New regional and statewide tools are being created to help plan for TOD by pooling our knowledge to reduce the burden on local governments. Statewide TOD
design guidelines, the Tri-Rail Station Evaluation Project, and a TOD Resource Guide for Tampa Bay are helping us do more with less. Learn about how these collaborative efforts promote an urban development paradigm shift that optimizes return on our investments.
The document summarizes a presentation on transportation planning in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois. It discusses:
1) The region's focus on providing transportation choices through investments in biking, walking, and public transit as well as transit-supportive development.
2) A mobility implementation plan that developed scenarios to increase non-driving trips and evaluated enhanced transit corridors.
3) Recommendations to create mixed-use, walkable neighborhoods called Mobility Enhanced Developments that reduce transportation costs and emissions.
The document discusses two faces of the city of Cherkasy - as a cultural city but also a city dominated by asphalt and cars. It analyzes the current situation where about 50% of public space is taken up by asphalt and cars. This leads to pollution, accidents, and an unattractive city. The document proposes that Cherkasy needs a better integrated transport system to encourage alternatives to cars like public transport, bicycles, and walking to make the city more attractive for investment and tourism. It provides initial proposals like a one-way traffic system, developing the boulevard similarly to Barcelona's Ramblas, and connecting districts to the city center by bicycle.
Toward Integrated Transportation - Nova Scotia Context and Halifax SolutionsMarcus Garnet
Jurisdictional and cultural factors underlying North American transportation inertia; induced traffic; congestion equilibrium; changing priorities and mind shifts; how these are reflected in Halifax's new Integrated Mobility Plan; two possible scenarios for autonomous vehicle impacts on lifestyle and settlement patterns; some advice for sustainable transportation advocates.
Systems Level Approach To Sustainable Urban Arterial Revitalizationbrianhuey
This document presents a methodology for revitalizing urban arterials in a sustainable manner. It discusses analyzing all connected aspects, including land use, transportation, traffic, and community outreach. As a case study, it applies this framework to San Pablo Avenue in the San Francisco Bay Area. The analysis results in land use and transportation recommendations to facilitate sustainable development along the corridor by considering these various interconnected factors.
futuristic urban transit system for small cities_the dissertationMridul Bhandari
This document discusses strategies for developing a futuristic urban transportation system for small cities. It begins by defining transportation systems and their components. It then outlines the aims and objectives of understanding challenges and opportunities for transportation in small urban areas and concepts for new transit systems. The rest of the document discusses specific challenges and opportunities related to community location, form, demographics, culture, health, and resources that must be considered when developing transportation strategies for small cities.
This document provides an overview and strategic plan for transportation in Vancouver through 2040. The plan envisions a smart, efficient transportation system that supports a thriving economy while prioritizing healthy, mobile citizens through affordable and sustainable transportation options. Key goals include increasing the share of trips made by walking, cycling, and transit to over two-thirds by 2040, reducing per capita driving distances by 20% by 2020, and eliminating all traffic fatalities. The plan outlines targets and actions to guide decisions and investments to achieve this vision of a green, people-focused transportation system.
The document summarizes research conducted by Project for Public Spaces on bus stops in New York City. The research included riding major bus routes, selecting key stops for study, and surveying over 100 passengers. Key findings include:
- Many passengers visit destinations like stores and cafes near stops as part of daily routines.
- Passengers generally feel neutral about stop conditions and focus on infrastructure, amenities, and network functioning when asked about improvements.
- Travel times varied significantly depending on how passengers accessed the stop (walking, bus, subway).
The document summarizes Halifax's Integrated Mobility Plan, which aims to create a vision for transportation in the region by improving connections between transit, active transportation, and roads. It discusses past transportation plans and council direction to prioritize alternatives to single-occupancy vehicles. The plan development process involves staff from multiple departments and consultation with the public through workshops and pop-up events. Emerging themes from consultation include dedicated bus lanes, expanded active transportation networks, and complete streets principles tailored to different contexts. The future of commuter rail is still under discussion.
This document contains a summary of two articles and citations for four sources related to urban planning and transportation issues. The main article summarized is by Donald Shoup discussing how minimum parking requirements imposed by cities actually hurt the poor. Shoup argues that by requiring free parking, cities subsidize car ownership which increases various social costs while raising costs for those who cannot afford a car. The cost of building the required parking spaces can exceed the net worth of many low-income households. The document also briefly summarizes an article about collaboration between LA Metro and the California High Speed Rail project to coordinate transportation and community development investments.
In today’s world with the ever increasing traffic it is inherent that we immediately find an optimum solution for it so that we can move on from being a developing nation to a super power.
There is a great need to resolve our transportation issues at the earliest as connectivity is of grave importance. Finding a systematic and organized way around the current situation is only going to benefit us in the long run. Better connectivity reduces transportation costs immensely and saves time in traveling.
Kirk Caldwell, a candidate for Mayor of Honolulu, supports rail transit but calls for a review of the design process for the Phase IV/City Center stretch. He asks that community input be considered to find more appropriate and cost-saving design options. He also calls for a peer review by independent experts. This could allow new HART CEO Dan Grabauskas to avoid decisions made before him and make improvements to address legitimate community concerns, especially in historic areas. Examples of building rail better include reflecting neighborhood character in station design, beautifying transit corridors, and advancing transit-oriented development planning.
Hot Topics: Transit Oriented DevelopmentJesse Souki
This presentation by the Director of the State of Hawaii Office of Planning provides an overview of transit-oriented development (TOD) definitions, examples, and planning efforts in Hawaii. It discusses key state policies that guide planning, including the Hawaii State Planning Act, State Land Use Law, and Coastal Zone Management Act. The presentation defines TOD, outlines its benefits, and reviews TOD examples from other cities. It also summarizes ongoing TOD planning efforts at the city and state level, including development of neighborhood TOD plans. Challenges to implementing TOD in Hawaii are noted.
This document discusses the physical, social, and economic dimensions of transportation. It explains how transportation has influenced the development of settlements and cities by enabling the expansion of urban areas and supporting scattered development along transport networks. The social impacts of transportation include improving standards of living, increasing the size of settlements by facilitating movement, and reducing isolation. Economically, transportation increases efficiency, allows for large-scale production and marketing by expanding access to resources and markets, and creates employment opportunities in construction and maintenance. Overall, the document analyzes how transportation has shaped patterns of human activity and development.
Honolulu Rail: Land Use and Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)Jesse Souki
The document summarizes a presentation on eminent domain and land use in Hawaii given by Jesse Souki. The presentation covered definitions of transit-oriented development, examples of successful TOD projects, how government can support TOD through zoning and partnerships, and challenges and opportunities for TOD around planned rail stations in Honolulu. Souki discussed zoning changes and neighborhood plans needed to maximize development potential of station areas and encourage mixed-use, pedestrian-friendly development.
Micro Urbana Communities- Creating and Implementing Livable Transportatino So...Cynthia Hoyle
How can communities successfully create multi-modal transportation systems? This presentation discusses how Champaign-Urbana, IL has been working to give people choices in mobility and lifestyle and how it has been succeeding in creating mode-shift.
This document discusses the economic merits of public transportation systems, specifically subways. It begins by outlining the various modes of public transportation, including buses, light rail, subways, and more. It then focuses on subways, explaining that they provide fast transportation for large groups of people while avoiding collisions. The document lists several economic benefits of subways, such as generating jobs, increasing property values and business revenues. It also notes that subways are safer and can save households money compared to automobile use. In conclusion, while public transportation provides economic and environmental benefits, it also has some disadvantages such as lack of late night service in some areas.
Transportation can help develop rural societies in several ways:
1) It allows rural residents access to jobs in cities by providing daily commuting options while maintaining lower rural living costs.
2) It increases access to important services like banking, healthcare, and internet by connecting rural and urban areas.
3) It helps social and humanitarian programs reach rural residents, particularly vulnerable groups like older adults.
4) Overall it reduces quality of life differences between rural and urban areas by giving rural residents similar access to technology, education, and economic opportunities.
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Running head: LOS ANGELES UNION STATION AS A SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
LOS ANGELES UNION STATION AS A SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
Los Angeles Union Station as a Sustainable Development Project
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I. Development description of rebuilding the Union Station in Los Angeles
Located strategically in Northeastern of Downtown Los Angeles, the Union Station celebrated its 75th anniversary this year since it began operations. Owned by Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority, a private governing body, this public facility serves approximately 1.643 million passengers a year. Significant dates of this station include beginning official operation in 1939, added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980 and became part of the Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument in 1972 (Maltzan, 2011). In September 17, 2014 the master vision of upgrading this facility was revealed. The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) revealed the final project’s master plan that seek to transform this historic station into a more modern facility in the contemporary environment that need sustainability.
II. Purpose of rebuilding
The Union Station is due for major innovation to build a modern super transportation station. Although several projects including New transit station on El Monte Busway, Southern California Regional Interconnect Project, and Former Run-Through Tracks Project have been proposed before and fail to receive attention from legislators, the approved 2014 master plan was developed for California High-Speed Rail project. This project seeks to transform the Union Station into a major hub of transportation with new rail system and new railway station infrastructure. The Metro Authority indicated that the California High-Speed Rail system project will improve rail transportation and passengers will be able to travel from this station to Transbay Terminal in San Francisco in less than three hours(Chester and Horvath, 2010). As the master plan of the new station reveal, the project will feature aerial structures that will be built above the existing platform and underground structures. Apart from improving transportation, increasing convenience and serving more passengers, this project aims to utilize resource in order to enhance sustainability in the transport sector in California. In America, California is the most populous State, with most polluted cities from motor vehicles, port operations and various industries; any sustainable transportation project is welcome.
III. Demographic Snapshot of the Los Angeles
The neighborhood is an important stakeholder and a major consideration during a major infrastructure development. The proposed station will have numerous activities going on during building. During the process of rebuilding this station, it is expected to give inconveniences to the Los Angeles residents and neighboring residen.
Complete Streets and Implementation.pdfGintoAquino
This document summarizes research on implementing complete streets in small towns. It begins with background on the complete streets movement and how transportation has become more auto-focused over time. It then provides international examples of complete streets from cities like Amsterdam, London, Copenhagen, and Barcelona, noting designs and policies that increase access for multiple modes of transportation. The document argues that while most complete streets improvements have occurred in urban areas, small towns need such policies to link destinations and support non-driving residents who have limited transportation options. It concludes by outlining challenges to implementing complete streets in rural communities and providing suggestions for an implementation process tailored to small towns.
Subways provide significant economic benefits to cities. Every $1 billion invested in subways supports over 50,000 jobs and increases business sales. They also save individuals and households money by reducing transportation costs. Using subways rather than driving can save a household nearly $10,000 per year and cut gasoline consumption by 50 gallons annually. Subways enhance mobility and access opportunities while reducing carbon emissions.
The document provides an executive summary of the NextGen transit vision for central Ohio through 2050. It has three key components: a network of high capacity transit corridors, smart mobility options, and improvements to the existing bus network. The vision was developed through community engagement and technical analysis to guide transit investment to support projected population growth of 1 million new residents by 2050.
The document provides an executive summary of the NextGen transit plan for central Ohio. The summary outlines three key components of the plan: 1) a network of high capacity transit corridors including BRT, light rail, and commuter rail; 2) smart mobility options using emerging technologies; and 3) improvements to the existing bus network by increasing frequency and expanding service areas. The plan aims to enhance regional competitiveness, improve job access, address future congestion, and capitalize on support from leaders to transform mobility as the population grows an expected 1 million people by 2050.
The document discusses regional planning efforts in the Delaware Valley region to address changes in travel patterns. It describes how the regional transportation network was originally built around rail lines connecting outlying areas to Philadelphia's center city, but travel is now increasingly suburb-to-suburb. The regional planning agency, DVRPC, is pursuing initiatives like prioritizing investment in centers, revising bus networks to match new travel demands, promoting transit-oriented development, and leveraging other planning efforts to maximize the impact of investments and support more sustainable development patterns.
State of Affordable Housing in Hawaiʻi Show.ppsxJesse Souki
State of Affordable Housing in Hawaiʻi, 2022 VIRTUAL BAR CONVENTION, The Real Property & Financial Services Seminar, Wednesday, October 18, 2023, 9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., Jesse K. Souki, www.hawaiilanduselaw.com
Recent Developments in Planning and Land Use Law 2021Jesse Souki
Presentation prepared for the annual Hawaii Congress of Planning Officials, Wednesday, October 6, 2021, 3:00 P.M.-4:30 P.M. Covers recent land use related legislation and case law in Hawaii from 2021.
RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN PLANNING AND LAND USE LAWJesse Souki
This document summarizes recent developments in planning and land use law in Hawaii, including cases from the US Supreme Court, Hawaii Supreme Court, Intermediate Court of Appeals, and new legislation. Key highlights include: the County of Maui v. Hawaii Wildlife Fund case established a case-by-case analysis for Clean Water Act permits; legislative acts established buffers around landfills, prohibited coal power, allowed county inspections of agricultural buildings, and created a school facilities agency.
REAL PROPERTY AND FINANCIAL SERVICES, PART 1
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2020 Virtual Bar Convention | Hawaii State Bar Association
Friday, October 16, 2020 | 9:00 AM -12:00 PM
Due Process Right to a "Clean and Healthful Environment"Jesse Souki
This document summarizes key information about contested cases in Hawaii land use and planning law. It discusses when contested cases are required by the Hawaii Administrative Procedures Act and constitutional due process. It provides examples from Hawaii Supreme Court cases that have found a right to a contested case hearing when claiming a property interest protected by the state constitution, such as traditional and customary practices. The document also outlines the requirements for contested case hearings, including the opportunity to be heard, submit evidence, and cross-examine witnesses. It notes some of the government agencies in Hawaii subject to contested cases in their decision-making processes.
This document provides an overview and summary of administrative hearings and contested cases in Hawaii. It begins with an introduction to Jesse Souki and his background in administrative law. It then discusses where contested cases fit within the project approval process. The remainder of the document outlines key aspects of contested cases, including when they are required, basic information to prepare for a case, the hearing process, and standards for judicial appeals.
TOD City Zoning, Permits, and Related Approval ProcessesJesse Souki
One of the largest public investments in the history of the City and County of Honolulu, the Honolulu Rail Transit project will fundamentally change how we live and do business. Transit-oriented development (TOD) will increase property values near transit stations by providing the opportunity to take advantage of frequent transit service. The project will allow an unprecedented opportunity to direct growth to Honolulu’s Urban Core (the most populated region of the state) away from agricultural, open space, and rural areas; stimulate urban renewal projects near the 21 proposed rail stations along the approximately 20-mile route; support cost-efficient, consolidated infrastructure; and increase housing affordability by reducing one of the highest costs in a Hawaii family’s budget: transportation.
This seminar will provide key insights and analysis from experts and thought leaders on policy, planning, law, and real estate market issues related to TOD.
2015 Hawaii Congress of Planning Officials -- AICP LawJesse Souki
Presentation for American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) law credits at the 2015 Hawaii Congress of Planning Officials (HCPO). Pleasentation includes a overview of Hawaii's State Planning Act, implementing regulations, and recent case law.
By Jesse K. Souki, Esq.
Leveraging the Honolulu Rail Transit Project for Economic Growth and Building...Jesse Souki
Presentation by Jesse K. Souki, Esq. of Imanaka-Asato LLLC on how to leverage the Honolulu Rail Transit Project for economic growth and building better communities.
Date: July 24, 2015
Place: Plaza Club 900 Fort Street Mall 20th Floor
Check-in/Networking: 11:45am-12:15pm
Lunch & Program: 12:15pm-1:30pm
Future of Agriculture in Hawaii: Hawaii Land Use and Planning FrameworkJesse Souki
This document summarizes Hawaii's statewide planning framework and policies related to agriculture. It outlines the State Planning Act and State Land Use Law, which establish the statewide planning system and four land use districts (urban, rural, agricultural, conservation). The system aims to preserve important agricultural lands and guide development to appropriate areas. Key parts of the framework include functional plans, guidelines, land classifications like ALISH that identify important farmlands, and county general plans which must be consistent with statewide objectives. The State Land Use Commission oversees district boundaries and special permits, considering conformity with the overall system.
Navigating Change: Hawai‘i’s Approach to AdaptationJesse Souki
Report for the First Meeting of State, Local and Tribal Leaders Task Force on Climate Preparedness and Resilience December 10, 2013. Jacqueline Kozak Thiel, State Sustainability Coordinator, prepared this report for Governor Neil Abercrombie.
The Task Force web site is at https://www.whitehouse.gov/administration/eop/ceq/initiatives/resilience/taskforce.
Panel on Clean Energy and Transportation: Land Use EntitlementsJesse Souki
I recently had the pleasure of joining Michael Formby, Director of the Department of Transportation Services at the City & County of Honolulu, and Harrison Rue, Community Building and TOD Administrator for the City to discuss challenges and opportunities for transitioning to cleaner fuels and provide updates on TOD in Hawaii. The Natural Resources Section of the Hawaii State Bar Association sponsored the panel.
Hearing Date: April 8, 2015, 9:45 a.m.
Hearing Location: Room 221
Committee: Senate Committee on Ways and Means
Senate Committee on Judiciary and Labor
Testifier: Jesse K. Souki, Esq.
Bill: HB1075 HD2 SD1, Relating to Health
Description: Authorizes the Maui Regional System to enter into an agreement with a
private entity to transition one or more of its facilities into a new private
Hawaii nonprofit corporation
Position: Support
The document announces a 2015 Hawaii Land Use Law Conference to be held on January 15-16 at the YWCA Fuller Hall. The conference will feature a panel on regulating the conservation district moderated by Jennifer (Benck) Lim with panelists Dan Orodenker, Jesse Souki, and Bryan Yee. The panel will discuss guides and resources for understanding land use classification and permitting in Hawaii's conservation district, including state land use maps and the conservation district subzone system which delineates four permit categories from no permit to board permits.
Smart Growth ideas will help guide transit-oriented developmentJesse Souki
Jesse K. Souki, Smart Growth ideas will help guide transit-oriented development, Honolulu Star-Advertiser, Jan. 28, 2013.
Editorial by Jesse K. Souki, Director of the State of Hawaii Office of Planning.
Water Resource Demand and Supply: Hawaii’s Statewide Planning and Land Use Fr...Jesse Souki
Presentation to the 2013 Hawaii Water Works Association
Annual Conference, October 23 – 25, 2013, at Makena Beach and Golf Resort.
The presentation gives an overall look at Hawaii's statewide land use and planning law and specifically where water resource is considered by decision-makers.
Land Use Law Update Presentation to the Hawaii State Congress of Planning Off...Jesse Souki
A survey of significant land use and planning legislation, judicial opinions, and land use commission activities in 2013.
These materials supported a lecture on the impacts these developments in the law will have on project proponents, regulators, consultants, and the interested public.
Measures that Passed the 27th Legislature and Will Affect Hawaii's Statewide ...Jesse Souki
What: NRS Monthly Speaker Series: Measures that Passed the 27th Legislature and Will Affect Hawaii's Statewide Land Use and Planning System
What: Measures that Passed the 27th Legislature and Will Affect Hawaii's Statewide Land Use and Planning System
When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: HSBA Conference Room (10th Floor, Alakea Corporate Tower, 1100 Alakea Street)
Who: Jesse K. Souki, Director, Office of Planning, State of Hawaii
Mr. Souki has advised and counseled public and private sector clients on projects related to residential mixed use, resorts, commercial and industrial, and public infrastructure development. His practice focuses on helping clients successfully navigate local, state, and federal policy and regulatory frameworks that affect land and ocean based development. He has served as Deputy Corporation Counsel to the Maui and Honolulu planning commissions and planning departments. As Director of the Office of Planning, his priorities include supporting the development of land and ocean based clean energy projects, climate change adaptation planning and implementation, and Smart Growth planning and development through transit-oriented development.
How To Cultivate Community Affinity Throughout The Generosity JourneyAggregage
This session will dive into how to create rich generosity experiences that foster long-lasting relationships. You’ll walk away with actionable insights to redefine how you engage with your supporters — emphasizing trust, engagement, and community!
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AHMR is an interdisciplinary peer-reviewed online journal created to encourage and facilitate the study of all aspects (socio-economic, political, legislative and developmental) of Human Mobility in Africa. Through the publication of original research, policy discussions and evidence research papers AHMR provides a comprehensive forum devoted exclusively to the analysis of contemporaneous trends, migration patterns and some of the most important migration-related issues.
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
Presentation by Rebecca Sachs and Joshua Varcie, analysts in CBO’s Health Analysis Division, at the 13th Annual Conference of the American Society of Health Economists.
karnataka housing board schemes . all schemesnarinav14
The Karnataka government, along with the central government’s Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), offers various housing schemes to cater to the diverse needs of citizens across the state. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the major housing schemes available in the Karnataka housing board for both urban and rural areas in 2024.
1. Honolulu
It is easy to forget that at one time—over a half century ago—
Oahu had street cars and trains. Even during the height of the post-World War II and
statehood booms when the private automobile rose to prominence, Honolulu was
developing an award-winning bus system. Today, daily bus ridership exceeds 200,000.
The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) rail transit system is the newest
phase of the ongoing evolution of our island-wide multimodal transportation system.
After more than three decades of planning, rapid transit is finally nearing fruition. The
rail system will not be isolated, but rather closely integrated with our buses and roadway
system. The rail component will serve as the spine of an island-wide multimodal
transportation network that ushers mobility in the City and County of Honolulu into the
21st century. It will integrate with facilities in the Oahu Bike Plan and “complete streets”
improvements. It will change the way we get around.
Rail transit and the concept of a high-density rail corridor are also part of the City’s
strategy to manage and direct growth. Channeling development pressure to rail station
areas, most of which are already urbanized communities, will curb urban sprawl
by encouraging infill development. This goal is possible through transit-oriented
development (TOD) - compact, mixed-use development within easy walking distance
of a transit station. TOD is designed to encourage walking, biking and transit, thereby
creating more choices in both where we live and how we travel. Since this type of
urban development uses land more efficiently, it will enable these communities to
accommodate growth for many generations.
City and County of Honolulu
Live. Work. Connect
October 2014
2. (cont’d)
Thus, Honolulu’s rail transit system represents a quantum
leap for our island, not only in the way we commute,
but in the way we live. In the great cities of the world,
mass transit—not the personal motor vehicle—is the
primary means by which most people travel. Rail transit
can become a modern-day catalyst for living, commerce,
and other activities. The experience of other cities
demonstrates that, in general, rail transit systems spur
growth and neighborhood investment, particularly in the
areas surrounding the stations.
That’s why we’re committed to our TOD program. Rather
than leave such growth to chance, we are working to
ensure that growth proceeds in concert with community
goals, as well as our long-term goals for the island.
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Transit-orienteddevelopment(TOD)typicallyreferstodevelopmentwithineasywalkingdistanceofamajortransit
stop that capitalizes on and supports transit ridership. The area where TOD typically occurs is the ¼- or ½-mile
radius around the station (a five- or ten-minute walk). TOD may be
redevelopment of existing facilities or new development and should
be designed at the pedestrian scale, since all transit trips begin and
end as walking trips.
It typically means more compact development with
a mix of residences, employment, and shopping,
while allowing for better integration of open space.
Higher densities allow for more housing choices,
including a range of sizes and affordablility. TOD also
encourages transit use, thereby reducing household
transportation costs, and provides pedestrian- and
bike-friendly routes to encourage people to“opt out”
of using their cars for every trip.
What is TOD?
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The vision for the 20-mile rail transit corridor—from East
Kapolei to Ala Moana Center—is a series of diverse,
walkable neighborhoods strung together like flowers of
a lei. Each station area has its own unique identity, but
they should all create a sense of place by celebrating
historic and cultural assets, connect homes with
major employment and education centers, and provide
convenient access to goods, services, and recreation.
These TOD areas will provide a high-quality urban
lifestyle. Residents will enjoy walking to nearby
restaurants and their neighborhood grocery store, biking
along the waterfront, and taking the train to visit friends
and family. Commuters will no longer need to worry
about traffic and finding parking. Children will be able to
ride their bikes safely to schools and neighborhood parks.
Seniors will be able to walk or take transit to community
centers and medical appointments. Even visitors will take
the train to these communities and explore the attractions
they have to offer. These healthy activities offer
opportunities to run into acquaintances and neighbors—
creating a strong sense of community and belonging.
To make this vision possible, higher density and building
heights will be encouraged in the areas immediately
surrounding each station—roughly within a quarter-mile,
or a five-minute walk. Development beyond this area, up
to a ten-minute walk from a station, should also be dense
and mixed-use in nature but should step down in height
and intensity to be compatible with existing uses on the
periphery. TOD is not “one size fits all.” Whereas high-
rises may be appropriate in areas near Downtown, new
development in other areas should fit the community’s
context. TOD is more about the pedestrian orientation of
buildings and streets, a rich mix of uses, and gathering
places, than the height of buildings.
With higher concentrations of jobs and housing in the
corridor, other elements that complete neighborhoods—
public and social services, parks, and open spaces—will
be necessary and more easily financed and maintained.
Taken all together, these station communities will
become desirable areas for those seeking an alternative
to suburban living - a growing national trend fueled by
the urban preferences of the Millennial Generation, the
aging baby boomer generation, and the dramatic decline
in “nuclear families.” Increased interest in urban living is
also growing due to ever rising traffic congestion levels
and fuel costs.
This vision for transit-oriented development will one
day be expanded to all of urban Honolulu, with future
extensions of the rail system to Kapolei and the University
of Hawaii at Manoa.
Honolulu’s TOD Vision
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GP Population Demand and Distribution
Demand by 2035: 102,000 Net Additional Housing Units
46.0 PUC
17.0 Central Oahu
13.0 Ewa
11.5 Koolaupoko
5.3 E. Honolulu
4.0 Waianae
1.7 N. Shore
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Ewa
The General Plan (GP) for the City and County
of Honolulu is a comprehensive statement of
objectives and policies which sets forth the long-
range aspirations of island residents and shapes
the strategies and actions needed to achieve them.
It is a guide for all levels of government, private
sector organizations, and individual citizens.
Through the GP, the commitment was made to
concentrate population growth mostly within urban
Honolulu (Primary Urban Center or PUC) and a new
“second city” in Ewa, and to “keep the country
country” (see chart at right).
There are a number of GP policies that support
TOD, including the provision of a mass transit
system within an exclusive right-of-way;
an integrated transportation system that
accommodates cars, bicycles and pedestrian, while
reducing automobile usage; and the clustering of
mixed-use development to reduce infrastructure
costs. TOD also helps to achieve many of the GP
objectives, such as reducing household energy
consumption and transportation costs.
Is TOD Consistent with our General Plan?
5. In accordance with City Ordinance 09-04, the Department of Planning and Permitting has been
working with corridor communities to prepare Neighborhood TOD Plans for the station areas
under City jurisdiction (the two station areas in Kakaako are the purview of the Hawaii Community
Development Authority). These plans address opportunities for new development and holistically
plan for orderly growth and improved accessibility around the stations. The plans cover one to three
station areas—each addressing land use, circulation, urban design, housing, community facilities,
parking, pedestrian amenities, historic and cultural enhancements, and infrastructure. Those that
have been adopted by the City Council are indicated on the map below.
The Neighborhood TOD Plans are prepared with extensive community
engagement, including public workshops, advisory committee
meetings, community needs surveys, and business outreach.
The community gains a better understanding of the impacts and
opportunities of TOD, how it can enhance their neighborhood, and how
they can help shape its role in the corridor.
TOD planning incorporates the five Ds of the built environment: density,
diversity, design, distance (to transit), and destination accessibility. All
the Neighborhood TOD Plans include some balance of these elements.
Neighborhood TOD Planning
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Diversity
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Destination
Accessibility
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(to transit)
Honolulu
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EAST KAPOLEI
NEIGHBORHOOD
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WAIPAHU NEIGHBORHOOD
TOD PLAN
AIEA-PEARL CITY
NEIGHBORHOOD TOD PLAN
KALIHI NEIGHBORHOOD
TOD PLAN
DOWNTOWN
NEIGHBORHOOD
TOD PLAN
HCDA
JURISDICTION
ALA MOANA
NEIGHBORHOOD TOD PLAN
AIRPORT AREA
TOD PLAN
HALAWA MAKAI
TOD PLAN
Iwilei
Kalihi
Kakaako
Downtown
Kapalama
Hoopili
Ala Moana
Chinatown
West Loch
(Farrington/Leoku)
Pearlridge
East Kapolei
Lagoon
Drive
UH West Oahu
Aloha Stadium
Pearl Highlands
Honolulu
Airport
Waipahu
Transit Center
(Farrington/Mokuola)
Pearl Harbor
Naval Base
Leeward
Community
College
Middle
Street
Center
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Civic Center
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EAST KAPOLEI
NEIGHBORHOOD
TOD PLAN
WAIPAHU NEIGHBORHOOD
TOD PLAN
AIEA-PEARL CITY
NEIGHBORHOOD TOD PLAN
KALIHI NEIGHBORHOOD
TOD PLAN
DOWNTOWN
NEIGHBORHOOD
TOD PLAN
HCDA
JURISDICTION
ALA MOANA
NEIGHBORHOOD TOD PLAN
AIRPORT AREA
TOD PLAN
HALAWA MAKAI
TOD PLAN
Iwilei
Kalihi
Kakaako
Downtown
Kapalama
Hoopili
Ala Moana
Chinatown
West Loch
(Farrington/Leoku)
Pearlridge
East Kapolei
Lagoon
Drive
UH West Oahu
Aloha Stadium
Pearl Highlands
Honolulu
Airport
Waipahu
Transit Center
(Farrington/Mokuola)
Pearl Harbor
Naval Base
Leeward
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College
Middle
Street
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Civic Center
Adopted TOD Plan
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6. While specific recommendations for each Neighborhood TOD Plan are based on its own community-based planning
principles, each Plan should also reflect the following basic TOD principles:
Planning Principles
1. Seamlessly integrate the roadway, transit, and
trail network. Access to and from the stations
should be efficient and comfortable whether
one travels there by bus, car, bicycle, or on foot.
Consideration should also be given to local options
such as shuttles and trolleys and community
programs such as car sharing and bike sharing.
Complete streets are critical to achieving this
principle.
2. Have a defined role within the overall regional
transit corridor. The role and character of each
station area depends on many things, including its
location, history, resident’s desires, and opportunities
for growth and investment. These factors contribute
to a station area’s particular land use and character
typology. Four general typologies are listed below
and described in the Station Area Character section:
• Major Urban Center
• Urban Neighborhood
• Mixed-Use Village
• Major Destination/Employment Center
3. Encourage land uses that increase transit
ridership. Higher-density residential developments,
urban retail venues, educational institutions, and
facilities that provide high levels of employment
all support this principle. Each TOD Plan should
encourage these uses within one-half mile of the
stations.
4. Catalyze affordable housing development and
preservation, and support local businesses. Rail
provides an alternate, efficient, economical mode of
travel. Affordable for-sale and rental housing should
be promoted near the stations as this provides an
option for residents to forego the expense of car
ownership (gas, maintenance, parking, insurance,
etc.). There should be a focus on both constructing
new and preserving existing units. To ensure success,
the baseline inventory of affordable housing in the
transit corridor must be maintained and monitored.
Small local businesses should also be encouraged to
stay in the station areas.
5. Foster vibrant, mixed-use communities where
the automobile is truly an option and not a
necessity. The TOD Plans should promote a
diversity of land uses that encourage activity during
different times of the day and week and make a
community a desirable place to live, work, play and
visit. A wide variety of destinations should be within
walking distance of the stations, including housing,
shopping, services, dining, arts and entertainment,
parks, schools, and other civic amenities—reducing
the need to travel far distances to accomplish daily
tasks. Within the TOD areas, there should be strong
incentives to walk or bike to locations such as high-
quality public spaces and direct connections between
land uses.
6. Integrate new development with existing
communities. TOD should reflect and build upon
the existing context of each station area. While
respecting the host community’s scale, building
heights and densities should be highest near the
stations and step down to meet the surrounding
communities.
7. Promote community sustainability. Planned
growth and development should respect and adhere to
the principles of sustainability - balancing economic
prosperity with the integrity of natural ecosystems
and social equity. In addition to encouraging walking,
biking and taking transit, the TOD Plans should support
green infrastructure, climate resilience, energy
efficiency, and urban food production strategies such
as community gardens.
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7. The potential for transit-oriented development depends
on many factors and varies considerably among the 21
station areas. Because TOD projects must be financially
viable and profitable for the private sector, key among
these factors is the availability of land for development
or redevelopment. TOD opportunities typically present
themselves where there are large vacant or underutilized
properties (including urban brownfields), preferably under
consolidated ownership. This condition reduces the
cost and difficulty of assembling development parcels.
Conversely, single-family neighborhoods with small
lot sizes, such as near the Kalihi station, are generally
considered stable and not likely to change due to the
introduction of rail transit nearby.
Real estate market strength is another major determinant
of where TOD will materialize. New rail transit service
alone will not attract new development to a station
area. Evidence of new development activity in a station
area is usually indicative of favorable real estate market
conditions. Station areas with proximity to major
destinations such as shopping centers, and community
amenities like schools, parks and grocery stores, often
have stronger market dynamics. Certain new uses like
housing and retail also perform better than others. TOD
can be beneficial in places with weak real estate markets,
but public sector investment is often needed to make
these projects economically feasible.
The chart on the right classifies the station areas based
on these two factors—land capacity and market activity.
Based on this simple analysis, the Ala Moana, Pearlridge
and East Kapolei neighborhoods have the most potential
for TOD in the short term.
Another critical element to TOD is the lack of any major
encumbrance to development. Major encumbrances
TOD Potential
could include inadequate utility infrastructure, flooding
issues, or wetlands. Other factors influencing the
attractiveness of TOD in a particular location include
the connectivity of the station to places where people
live and work, the severity of traffic congestion, and
anticipated ridership at a station. Excessive regulatory
requirements can also dampen development potential.
TOD can provide many public benefits, including new
housing and shopping choices, affordable housing,
sidewalk and streetscape upgrades, communities
facilities, new or improved parks, well-designed
buildings, and new customers and transit riders. For
projects that incorporate many of these elements but
do not “pencil out,” the City may wish to use tools and
incentives to overcome project challenges and maximize
TOD potential. These range from assistance with land
assembly to funding for infrastructure upgrades. There
must be political consensus and support for the vision,
goals and objectives of TOD for these tools and incentives
to be successful. Additionally, the City must develop the
skills to participate effectively as a development partner.
Market Strength
LandAvailability
Low
Activity
Low
Capacity
High
Activity
High
Capacity
UH West OahuHo’opili
Aloha Stadium
Leeward CC
East Kapolei
Pearlridge Ala Moana
West Loch
Kalihi
Lagoon Drive
Middle Street
Pearl Harbor Chinatown
Airport
Kapalama
Downtown
Pearl Highlands
Iwilei
Waipahu
Low
Capacity
High
Capacity
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8. Functional
Designation
Proposed Future St
Waipahu Transit Center (Mixed-Use Village) - The Farrington Highway/Mokuola Street
station area will be a node for higher-intensity mixed-use development. The historic character of the Old
Town will be retained and strengthened.
West Loch (Mixed-Use Village) - It is the community’s vision that the Farrington Highway/Leoku
Street area maintain its role as an employment center while attracting new commercial and residential
uses. This neighborhood is the gateway to Waipahu for people coming from western Oahu.
Hoopili (Mixed-Use Village) - The station area will be a local, mixed-use
community with an active transit plaza and street-level retail, residences,
and neighborhood mini parks. It will serve as a center for the surrounding
development.
UH-West Oahu (Mixed-Use Village) - As a gateway to the campus and
a destination for students, faculty and staff, area employees, shoppers, and
residents, student-oriented businesses and regional commercial uses are
envisioned along with new housing choices.
East Kapolei (Mixed-Use Village) - The station will draw ridership from the
Kroc Community Center, nearby residences, and the planned bus transit center
and park-and-ride facility.
Station Area Character
Neighborhood vision statements are being developed for each station area through the community-based TOD planning
process. These share commonalities about the future character of these neighborhoods. This map shows a rough
assignment of station area “typologies” that have been shaped by community visioning and local context. Understanding
the existing and general desired character, as well as market strength, of a neighborhood determines what improvements,
regulations, incentives, and partnerships will best contribute to the success of TOD, while also guiding infrastructure
investments. The four envisioned station area character typologies are defined in the following manner:
Pearlridge (Urban Neighborhood) - The area is a major urban center and
regional destination with opportunities for new mixed-use development, the
possible re-orientation of Pearlridge Center, and improved access to the Pearl
Harbor Historic Trail and waterfront.
Pearl Highlands (Urban Neighborhood) - The station will serve as a major
intermodal facility and connection point for riders coming from ewa and mauka
directions. Ongoing maturation of the commercial district, including the addition of
new housing, can carefully balance the needs of passengers and shoppers arriving
by transit, on foot, and by automobile.
Leeward Community College (Mixed-Use Village) - The station area is
envisioned as a college-oriented neighborhood catering to students and faculty, as
well as new residents.
1. Major Urban Center: Place with high-density
residential, office, retail and entertainment uses
in the heart of urban Honolulu
2. Urban Neighborhood: Neighborhood with an
integrated mix of medium-density housing, jobs,
and neighborhood and regional retail
Functional
Designation
Proposed Future Station Area Character
Major Urban Center
Urban Neighborhood
Mixed-Use Village
Major Destination/
Employment Center
Functional
Designation
Proposed Future Station Area Character
Major Urban Center
Urban Neighborhood
Mixed-Use Village
Major Destination/
Employment Center
3. Mixed-Use Village: Walkable, lower-density
community with neighborhood retail and a
commercial or educational core near the station
4. Major Destination/Employment Center: Place
with a single-use facility or high concentration of jobs
Functional
Designation
Proposed Future Station Area C
Major Urban Center
Urban Neighborhood
Mixed-Use Village
Major Destination/
Employment CenterFunctional
Designation
Proposed Future Station Area C
Major Urban Center
Urban Neighborhood
Mixed-Use Village
Major Destination/
Employment Center
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9. tation Area Character
Iwilei (Urban Neighborhood) - Rail transit could be the
impetus for a major transformation of Iwilei, becoming an
extension of Downtown as a full-service urban neighborhood.
Chinatown (Urban Neighborhood) - The historic area will
retain its character and mix of uses, with improved access to the
waterfront and parks, and a few key development opportunities
on the periphery of the district.
Downtown (Major Urban Center) - Downtown Honolulu will
continue to be the region’s premier employment center and benefit from
new pedestrian and bicycle improvements. A diversification of uses
will activate the area during evenings and weekends, creating a more
attractive destination.
Aloha Stadium (Major Destination/
Employment Center) - The stop will provide
access to events at the stadium, military uses
on Ford Island, and the nearby residential
neighborhood. The lands around Aloha
Stadium could be used for a variety of more
intensive uses should the National Park
Service’s recreation limitation be lifted.
Middle Street (Major Destination/Employment Center) -
The major multimodal hub will enable passengers to transfer
between bus and rail. In the long-term, a mixed-use district is
envisioned, catalyzed by transformation of the OCCC site.
Kalihi (Urban Neighborhood) - The scale and character of the
Kalihi station area will be maintained. A greater mix of uses, infill
residential development, and public realm improvements are
desired near the station.
Kapalama (Urban Neighborhood) - A high-intensity mixed-
use district is envisioned, with new residences, Kapalama Canal
improvements, neighborhood shopping, and close integration
with Honolulu Community College.
Ala Moana Center (Major Urban Center) - Ala Moana is envisioned as a
livable urban community and a model for walking, biking, and transit usage. It will
continue to serve as a regional retail destination and gathering place for locals and
visitors alike. New development will improve the physical environment, safety, and
mobility. As the terminal station for phase one, it will also continue to be a major
transportation hub with transit links to Waikiki and the University of Hawaii at Manoa.
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Pearl Harbor (Major Destination/Employment Center) - The station will
provide access to nearby military uses, including employment and housing.
The Navy plans to create a mixed-use node on base near the station.
Honolulu International Airport (Major Destination/
Employment Center) - The airport station will serve travelers and
airport employees. It may also create demand for more intense
employment uses near the station.
Lagoon Drive (Major Destination/Employment Center) - The industrial
station area is a major employment center and commercial destination.
Area improvements will include station access enhancements and select
opportunities for new infill development and connections to Keehi Lagoon
Park and waterfront.
Civic Center & Kakaako
(Major Urban Centers) - These 2 station
areas are under the jurisdiction of
the Hawaii Community Development
Authority and are planned for high-rise
mixed-use development.
10. 45-60’
40-60’+
40-150’+
60-90’
60-90’
40-350’+
25-150’
25-90’
45-200’
25-300’
25-350’
30-450’
45-400’
60-90’
60-90’
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Once a Neighborhood TOD Plan is adopted by City Council, its recommendations are then translated into new
ordinances and zoning regulations in the Land Use Ordinance (LUO). TOD zoning and land use regulations should
be predictable - providing certainty to landowners and developers - while allowing for public review of major
development projects. Adopted regulatons should result in quality projects that meet community needs.
The TOD district boundaries and maximum allowable building heights in the TOD Plans prepared to date
are shown on the map below. In some places, taller heights may be awarded for providing commensurate
community benefits such as streetscape improvements, new parks, or affordable housing. The other elements
that are anticipated to be regulated by the LUO and other City rules and regulations are listed below and at right.
From Neighborhood Plans to Regulations
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• Strong relationship between land uses and public realm (e.g., sidewalks and parks)
• Emphasis on connectivity and walkability
• Highest allowable building heights and densities (FAR) adjacent to the stations—gradually stepping down toward
surrounding lower-intensity uses
• A broad range of allowed uses through zoning designations similar to BMX-3 (community business mixed use),
IMX-1 (industrial-commercial mixed use), and AMX (apartment mixed use) zoning districts
• Limitations on auto-oriented and heavy industrial uses near stations, such as drive-thrus and waste processing
• Affordable housing requirements for residential developments over a threshold number of units
• Park dedication and publicly accessible open space requirements
• Opportunities to create wider sidewalks by coordinating public right of ways and private frontages
Summary of Proposed TOD Land Use Regulations
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Rail Transit Stations
Half-Mile Radius around Rail Stations
TOD Plan Zoning Boundaries
TOD Plan Maximum Height Limit
TOD Plan Max. Height Limit w/Community Benefits
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Properties in the TOD areas will be regulated by a
new TOD Special District within the City’s Land Use
Ordinance that specifies requirements on site layout
and ground-floor building design. The goal of these
development standards is to improve the pedestrian
experience around the rail stations, particularly along
designated “key streets.” The TOD Special District may
require that:
ƒƒ Buildings will be placed close to the street and
street corners;
ƒƒ Buildingentranceswillfacethestreetorpedestrian
plazas;
ƒƒ Building façades will have transparent windows
and doors at the ground level;
ƒƒ Active uses, like retail shops, restaurants, services
and galleries, will occupy ground floors;
ƒƒ Front yards will be improved with pedestrian-
friendlyamenitiesthatcreateseamlessconnections
with public sidewalks;
ƒƒ Pedestrian walkways will connect buildings,
sidewalks, and parking areas;
ƒƒ Short and long-term bicycle parking will be
provided for commercial and residential projects;
ƒƒ Parking will be set back at least 40 feet from all
street-facing property lines in order to encourage
the construction of buildings close to the sidewalk.
The City is also proposing to relax several development
standards to encourage compact, transit-oriented
development that increases transit ridership and
decreases the need for automobiles. These benefits
allow property owners to make greater use of their
land, and they include:
ƒƒ Reduced or eliminated parking regulations;
ƒƒ Opportunities to seek greater heights and
densities in areas closest to the stations, in return
for community benefits;
ƒƒ Changes to existing height setbacks that currently
limit development;
ƒƒ Reduced required yards and greater allowable lot
coverage in some zoning districts;
ƒƒ Increased flexibility for required yard treatments;
ƒƒ Increased flexibility for nonconforming structures
and uses.
Ultimately, the City is creating a system in which a
developer who meets all the development standards
in the Special District can proceed directly to a building
permit, thereby streamlining the review process. Only
those seeking modification of the standards and/or
a height/density bonus would face a discretionary
review process.
For larger projects that seek more flexibility than the
Special District permit can provide, the City plans to
offer a Planned Development – Transit permit, which
will function similarly to the existing Interim Planned
Development – Transit permit that allows modified
development standards for projects consistent with
the applicable Neighborhood TOD Plan that provide
more community benefits than required through a
Special District permit. This permit would be approved
by the City Council via resolution.
TOD Special District
VISION & PLAN
Development
Improved, Vibrant
NEIGHBORHOODS
ZONING &
IMPLEMENTATION
Sucessful TOD
PROJECTSINFRASTRUCTURE Capacity
COMMUNITY SUPPORT (State, Nonprofits, Residents, Neighborhood Groups)
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• Neighborhood TOD Plans are completed for fifteen
station areas, with the rest in progress. The Waipahu
and Aiea-Pearl City Plans have been adopted by the
City Council.
• Planning is under way for three catalytic projects:
1) a bus transfer station and mixed-use development
at the Pearlridge station; 2) transformation of
Kapalama Canal and the surrounding area; and 3)
revitalization of Neal S. Blaisdell Center as a world-
class cultural destination. All three projects will be
developed through public-private partnerships.
• An “asset optimization” approach is being used to
evaluate City properties in TOD areas for potential
redevelopment. This includes a new affordable
housing project on River Street in Chinatown.
• New TOD zoning and land use regulations for each
station area are being developed as each TOD Plan is
adopted. These will require affordable housing, active
streetscapes, and usable open space. New complete
streets and parklets standards are being developed.
• Critical infrastructure are being evaluated to
accommodate anticipated growth, including
wastewater, streetscapes, utilities, broadband, and
parks. The potential for districtwide funding and
implementation is being explored.
Making TOD Happen
Rapid transit systems not only improve mobility and access, but are used internationally to catalyze economic
growth and neighborhood revitalization. We have been engaging citizens, landowners, businesses, and community
organizations since 2007 to develop inspiring visions and practical plans for each station area. We have consulted
urban and community planners, economists, and local and mainland developers and designers to understand the market
dynamics and potential of TOD. A TOD subcabinet of City managers meets weekly to coordinate complex projects,
plans, policies, and programs that involve multiple departments and outside partners.
The following tools and strategies are completed or in progress help make TOD happen. Implementation will continue to
include extensive stakeholder involvement and collaboration.
• A financial toolkit has been developed to stimulate
private development investments in priority TOD areas.
Options include property tax credits, GET credits, tax
increment financing, investment huis, targeted state
and federal funding, and other long-term funding
mechanisms.
• Partnerships have been formed with state agencies to
identify and prioritize the potential for TOD on state
lands. Redevelopment of Mayor Wright Housing has
been initiated by the Hawaii Public Housing Authority.
• A draft islandwide housing strategy has been
developed to stimulate the production and retention
of affordable and workforce housing, with a focus on
rental housing and TOD areas.
• The City has identified pedestrian, bicycle, and transit
access improvements around every station. Planning
and design of priority projects, as well as fundraising
for the first phase of a bikeshare system, is underway.
The City’s first “cycle track” is under construction on
King Street.
• An interdepartmental group is working to ensure
seamless, safe connections between transit stations,
bus stops, streets and sidewalks, and major activity
nodes, including wayfinding signs and fare integration.