Model TOD Zoning Ordinance (PDF, 3.7 MB) - Reconnecting America

Model Transit-Oriented District Overlay Zoning Ordinance ■ June 29, 2001where they meet friends, read the paper, window shop, and generally occupy the space asan important part of community life. Persons lingering will, in turn, attract others to theplace. Pedestrian amenities include, seating, trash receptacles, drinking fountains,bollards, planters, bus shelters, lighting (see Section 7. Lighting in this chapter), kiosks,etc.2.9.3.1. Seating2.9.3.1.1 Seating shall be provided adjacent to major destination points such asdepartment stores and restaurants where they are often necessary and wherethey will not be underutilized or neglected.2.9.3.1.2 Seating shall be made of durable, high-quality materials which visuallyreinforce nearby buildings.2.9.3.1.3 Seating may be incorporated as part of building form or landscape featuressuch as seat-walls as an option to freestanding benches.2.9.3.1.4 See also Section 5.3.2 Amenities in this chapter.2.9.3.2. Miscellaneous Furnishings2.9.3.2.1 The placement of pedestrian amenities should not be regimented and shouldinstead be located according to the needs of a specific location. However,amenities should be frequently available to users.2.9.3.2.2 Amenities may also be integrated into building design and landscape features,such as low retaining walls serving for seating or leaning.Figure 2.9.3.2.2: A seat-wall allowspedestrians to gather and rest.Valley Connections ■ Chapter VI ■ Page 13