Austin |
Building Criteria Manual |
Section 11. TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT (TOD) |
Appendix 11.5. TOD BEST PRACTICES |
§ 11.5.5. Enhance the Existing Transportation Network to Promote Access to Transit and Other Destinations Within the Station Area.
O Create a compact street network with:
O frequent, interconnected streets to increase the efficiency of transit circulation and offer more choices for pedestrians.
O block distances of 300-500 feet to keep walking distances short and provide alternative route options.
O a grid-based street pattern to offer multiple access points to the station and other uses within the development.
O street widths that are not wider than needed to accommodate "design" travel speeds, emergency vehicle access and if applicable, bicycle and/or parking lanes.