Employ transit-oriented developments and other planning approaches to promote higher-density development capable of supporting more robust transit.

STRATEGIES

ST-11.1 Support effective planning and implementation of transit-oriented developments (TOD) at the local and regional levels — in coordination with the effective planning and provision of transit services and stations — to maximize ridership, reduce vehicle miles traveled and enhance economic development.

ST-11.2 Prioritize transit and transit-supportive land use at the system, corridor and station levels, as well as the evaluation of adequate infrastructure such as water and sewer mains when planning for TOD.

ST-11.3 Create and refine station area plans and develop policies to streamline approval processes involving TOD.

ST-11.4 Ensure the equitable distribution of the benefits of TOD and premium transit services (i.e., high-quality transit, either rail or bus, that reduces travel times, enhances regional connectivity and provides improved vehicles and transit amenities to attract customers), including through the retention or incorporation of affordable and workforce housing in TODs.

ST-11.5 Consider transit supportive regulations such as removing minimum parking requirements and establishing maximum parking standards for developments located proximate to transit.

ST-11.6 Support first and last mile connections to transit which may include ride-share and micromobility.