Transit-Oriented Development and New Urbanism

What is a key aspect of New Urbanism?

• Wide highways and suburban sprawl

• Grid-like street networks and neighborhood centers

• Large parking lots in front of homes

• Car-dependent design

What is the main goal of Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)?

• To eliminate cars entirely

• To make neighborhoods only accessible by transit

• To create mixed-use communities within walking distance of transit stops

• To expand highways for better accessibility

Which of the following is NOT a core principle of New Urbanism?

• Large-scale urban highways

• Mixed-use developments

• Pedestrian-oriented design

• Compact communities

What does the term "Pedestrian Pockets" refer to?

• Small parks in urban areas

• Walkable neighborhoods with local access to daily needs

• Underground pedestrian tunnels

• Designated pedestrian-only streets

Which city's planning strategy included the "Finger Plan" to cluster development along rail lines?

• Paris, France

• Vancouver, Canada

• New York City, USA

• Copenhagen, Denmark

How do you define the "Sustainable American Dream" in your own words?