Principles of Transit-Oriented Development
Transit-oriented development (TOD) brings compact mixed-use development within walking distance of high capacity rapid transport. TOD features vibrant streetscapes, pedestrian-oriented built forms, and land use characteristics that make it convenient and safe to walk, cycle and use public transport.
See also: Transit-oriented development is the key to better cities
CITATION: ITDP (2013, November 13) Transport Oriented Development Poster. https://www.itdp.org/2013/11/13/transport-oriented-development-poster/
Formal Documents
- What is Transit-Oriented Development and why does it matter?
As people try to become more environmentally conscious, countries and municipalities try to develop ways to be greener. The European Union, for example, plans to ban fossil-fuel cars by 2035. One way cities can have the best of both worlds with the economy and the environment is by using transit-oriented development (TOD).
SOURCE: Long, E ( 31-8-2022) Construction21 International - Five stunning examples of sustainable landscaping around the worldWelcome to the places where sustainability is the new norm.
- Development control policy 1.6 - Planning to support transit use and development
This policy seeks to maximise the benefits to the community of an effective and well used public transit system by promoting planning and development outcomes that will support and sustain public transport use. - The Benefits of Transit Oriented DevelopmentTransit oriented development around public transport hubs can help alleviate urban sprawl and congestion.
- Transit Oriented Development in Western AustraliaPerth’s Network city: Community planning strategy for Perth and Peel (2004) calls for 60 percent of urban infill development to accommodate a growing population over the next few
decades. Transit-oriented development (TOD) provides the possibility for this growth to occur in a more sustainable manner compared to past development patterns. - Transit oriented development guideThis guide is part of a suite of guidelines and planning tools that will influence TOD implementation in Queensland. These include guidance documents relating to urban density and community diversity, and various technical standards and specifications held by transport agencies and transport corridor managers, which provide advice and parameters for the planning, design and assessment of TOD projects.
- How to implement transit-oriented development (2021)Pursuing TOD is a core requirement for cities to achieve a significant modal shift away from reliance on private vehicles, and will be a key lever for supporting the long-term recovery of public transport systems in cities following the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Pedestrian and Transit Oriented Design: Introduction [PDF]This is an excerpt of the book “Pedestrian- & Transit-Oriented Design,” co-authored by Reid Ewing, renowned urban planning expert.
- TOD Standard FrameworkThe TOD Standard outlines a comprehensive framework comprising TOD principles, objectives, and metrics that define complete and inclusive urban environments for everyone.
Case Studies
- Evaluating Transit-Oriented Development Using a Sustainability Framework: Lessons from Perth’s Network City [PDF]
This chapter presents a method to evaluate the sustainability of TODs based on six aspects of outcomes, including 1. Travel Behaviour, 2. The Local Economy, 3. The Natural Environment, 4. The Built Environment, 5. The Social Environment, and 6. The Policy Context. Data were collected in five rail precincts across Perth, Western Australia. - Healthy Spaces & PlacesIllustrating by the practical example of others is one way of demonstrating new or different ideas. The case studies here are a small snapshot of policies, programs and projects being undertaken around Australia that encourage physical activity through changes to the built environment and have resulted in, or aim to improve mental and physical health.
- TOD's Appendix 4 Case Studies [PDF]Subi Centro: The project is recognised as an exemplar in urban regeneration and transit-oriented development, with a network of bikeways, greenways and civic squares creating a variety of accessible and inclusive connected spaces.
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