Provide sidewalks and enticing, pedestrian oriented streetscapes

3 Provide sidewalks and enticing, pedestrian oriented streetscapes

Photo: New York City Department of Transportation

Build sidewalks in all new communities to encourage walking and to help keep pedestrians safe.
Include well-marked crosswalks, special pavers, and curb extensions to visually highlight pedestrians and slow traffic.
Light streets, trails, and public spaces to minimize dark and unsafe areas.

Maximize transparency of facades at ground level—for instance, with windows—to increase visual interest and promote walkability.
Provide amenities such as bike racks, street lamps, public art, benches, and bus shelters to turn sidewalks into more appealing spaces.
Include street trees and benches along sidewalks to provide shade and respite for pedestrians and joggers.
Within large projects, provide maps and signage oriented to pedestrians—with mileage and key destination points in the area—to help people feel at ease about walking and biking.