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It's not only parking, but the aggregate of our transportation policy choices that shape the urban environment: do we prioritize cars (parking, streets), transit (at-grade, elevated, underground), bicycling, walking? How convenient (or not) do we make it to reach our desired destinations: residence, work, retail, entertainment, recreation, open public space. Do we create desirable, accessible space to conduct all of the above (placemaking). Does it foster a connected sense of neighborhood & community? Are we considering all aspects of the desired lifestyle vitality: economic, family, social & health? We look at transportation as a means of getting from Point A to Point B without considering the implications (second-order effects) of what kind of city, district or neighborhood are we creating? And most importantly, would we want to live there? #transportation #urbanism #urbanplanning #urbanmobility #urbandesign #newurbanism #housing

Parking is often viewed from a narrow, self-interested perspective, shaping urban environments and policies. Rethinking parking through place, politics, policy, pricing, and professional practice perspectives offers a path to reform, promoting more equitable and efficient urban spaces. https://lnkd.in/gSNikxnV #ParkingReform #UrbanPolicy #EquitableSpaces #SmartMobility #UrbanPlanning

Did you know the U.S. has over 1 billion parking spaces? Yet finding parking in cities is still a nightmare. 😵💫 Outdated parking minimums are a big part of the problem, contributing to higher living costs, environmental damage, and less livable cities. It's time for a change! Explore why parking minimums are a thing of the past and discover innovative solutions shaping the future of urban living. 🌍✨ 🔗 Read More on Our Blog https://hubs.la/Q02MxfFq0 #BarnacleParking

Why do we prioritize cars over people? “Bad parking policy inhibits many of the things we say we want from our cities: Things like affordable housing, a walkable neighborhood, attractive architecture, a greener, cleaner city.” I’ve lived in Downtown Montréal for three years now, never owning a car. The city’s revamped several major streets to limit parking and encourage pedestrians and public spaces, and these are some of my favorite places to spend time. Even in the dead of winter, the city is swarming with people who give it life in a way that wouldn’t be possible if the land were covered with parking lots. I’m a firm believer that when we build cities for people, cars start to lose their appeal. “One recent federal study projected that if employees who get free parking at work received an equivalent bonus for not using that parking, traffic in major cities would fall by 10 percent, with equivalent drops in fuel consumption, pollution, and emissions.” Sounds like the kind of world I’d rather live in. Nixing parking isn’t about making it harder to get around and enjoy cities—quite the opposite. Has parking changed where you live? How has it changed your relationship with the urban landscape? https://lnkd.in/d4VuHURq

“[B]ad parking policy inhibits many of the things we say we want from our cities: Things like affordable housing, a walkable neighborhood, attractive architecture, a greener, cleaner city. Parking is a central component of the transportation-land use mess that has left so many Americans dependent on two or more cars per household. Parking lots are an environmental disaster twice over, consuming vast quantities of materials and land while they subsidize endless driving. That’s the bad news. The good news is that parking is changeable. Focus more on the place, and less on the place to park, and the barriers to a better urban environment begin to fall away.” https://lnkd.in/eKnAwCRy

Fantastic coverage by Government Technology on the innovative work being done in the City of Hoboken, NJ, with Populus and Kimley-Horn! The article delves into how the city is leading the way in reimagining urban mobility through the Curb Reimagined project. This initiative aims to create a real-time, digital map of Hoboken’s streetscape, enhancing curbside management and reducing congestion. Key benefits include: 🛣️ A comprehensive digital curb inventory showing loading zones, parking, bike lanes, and more. 🧠 Real-time data integration for better decision-making. 🗺️ Public access to the digital curb map, ensuring transparency and community engagement. We’re proud to partner with Hoboken and Kimley-Horn on this groundbreaking project that promises to set a new standard for smart city solutions. Read the full article to learn more about this transformative effort: https://hubs.li/Q02zxHWZ0 #SmartCities #UrbanMobility #Populus #Hoboken #TheCurbReimagined #Innovation #CurbManagement #DigitalCurb cc Robert Ferrin, CAPP, Gregory Francese, Ryan Sharp, PP, AICP, Eliot Mueting, Dr. Regina Lee Clewlow

We all know that parking is free... apart from misusing high value, high access kerb/land for cheap, easy parking, instead of a better place/access experience. There is also the cost of providing parking enforcement services, including staff, vehicles, offices, uniforms, technology, etc. Instead of perpetuating the myth of free parking Councils could be open about these costs. They could point out that the only way 'free' parking works is to rely on fine income/quotas. When Councils fairly manage parking they can be open about the costs and benefits of the policies they create and the services they provide. Bringing the community along on parking reform requires transparency and trust to realise the opportunity to provide parking on tap in attractive, accessible places. #rethinkingparking https://lnkd.in/gv8sAukR

Public transportation plays a significant role in shaping urban development. Here's a brief look at its impact: - Public transit systems guide the growth and layout of cities, influencing where people live and work. - Leads to the development of transit-oriented neighborhoods, balancing residential and commercial spaces. • How it shapes city layouts: - It shapes the design of cities by determining the location of residential areas, business districts, and recreational spaces. - Promotes walkable neighborhoods around transit hubs, often leading to more vibrant, interconnected communities. • New York City’s Subway System: - Pivotal in the city’s expansion, directly impacting the development of boroughs and neighborhoods. The subway influenced New York City’s growth and development by - 1. improving the quality of life for a range of citizens, 2. by spurring commercial development and the creation of the skyscraper skyline 3. by increasing real estate values and broadening the city’s tax base. • New York's subway expansion (1913-1940) was driven by the need to manage population congestion. • Constructed 180 route miles, including 12 bridges and tunnels, connecting Manhattan with outer boroughs. • Opened vast land for development, unprecedented in city history. • Subway lines led to the construction of affordable housing for middle and working-class families. • Transformed rural landscapes into residential neighborhoods with diverse housing and recreational spaces. • Low-cost subway fares facilitated city population dispersal. Public transportation is key to shaping more connected and sustainable urban environments. What are your thoughts on public transit’s role in urban development? #transit #publictransport #publictransportation #publictransit #urbandevelopment #urbanplanning #urbanlandscape #urbandesign #urbanarchitecture #architecture #architects #designcommunity #design #designers

Office-to-residential conversions are on everyone's mind, easier said than done when facing challenges such as zoning compliance and space contraints. Transportation expert Peter Lemmon shares his advice for these adaptive reuse projects in a Smart Cities Dive article—emphasizing the importance of considering curbside management and parking arrangement. #Transportation #KimleyHorn #CurbManagement

Office-to-residential conversions are on the rise, and creative solutions are needed to combat complications such as zoning issues. Transportation expert Peter Lemmon shares his advice for these adaptive reuse projects in a Smart Cities Dive article—emphasizing the importance of considering curbside management and parking arrangement. #Transportation #KimleyHorn #CurbManagement