To create streets that work for everyone, designers should follow these key tenets:
Transform service alleys into vibrant "green alleys" for local access and recreation. Urban Street Design Guide - NACTO Global Street Design Guide
Focus on continuous, unobstructed sidewalks and frequent, safe crossings. To create streets that work for everyone, designers
Traditional design often prioritizes vehicle throughput. This guide flips that model to prioritize the most vulnerable users first: unobstructed sidewalks and frequent
The guide categorizes streets by their function and provides transformation strategies:
Implement protected cycle facilities to encourage sustainable mobility.
Actively manage speeds through physical design—such as narrower lanes and raised intersections—rather than just signage.