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Policy Directions 2.2.1 GENERAL How the streets, sidewalks, paths, bridges, and other components of a transportation system are designed and function has a significant impact on the urban form of the Regional Centre. A well functioning transportation system that is integrated, connected to places where people want to go, and is accessible for people of all ages and abilities contributes to greater personal mobility and quality of life. The Centre Plan utilizes a sustainable approach to mobility that prioritizes pedestrians. Level of Service Assessments a) Investigate requiring level of service assessments for large-scale developments. Level of service assessments, provided by the proponent, will reflect the hierarchy of travel modes set out in the Plan, prioritizing pedestrians first then cyclists, public transit, car sharing, and lastly, private cars. 2.2.2 COMPLETE STREETS Complete streets, an approach to planning, design, operations and maintenance of roadways, that enables safe, convenient, and comfortable travel and access for users of all ages and abilities regardless if they are on foot, on a bike, using transit, or in a private vehicle has been supported in our Regional Plan. Complete Streets a) Design and construct, or reconstruct streets to reflect a complete streets approach to mobility that balances the needs and priorities of the various users within the right-of-way. <strong>DRAFT</strong> 2.2.3 PUBLIC TRANSIT Public transit is an integral part of the Regional Centre’s transportation system. Halifax Transit busses move people to, through, and within the Regional Centre; and since 1816, ferries have provided an important link across the Halifax Harbour between Dartmouth and Downtown Halifax. Land use planning can support public transit by directing growth to where transit already exists, or advising on redirecting transit to underserved areas. The more convenient and accessible public transit becomes, the more people choose to use it, which in turn funds more frequency and service improvements. 10 | Centre Plan: Policy Direction
Hours of Travel a) Support the needs of commuters within the Regional Centre throughout the early morning, day, and late evening. Priority Areas b) Prioritize transit service in areas of growth (the Centres, Corridors, Downtowns, and Future Growth Nodes) and provide regular review of the service in these areas. Harbour Connectivity c) Consider opportunities to improve mobility across the harbour. Development Integration d) Consider integrating future transit facilities and terminals with on-site commercial and residential development. Accessibility e) Build or rehabilitate transit stops to be physically accessible and connected to the sidewalk network. 2.2.4 PEDESTRIAN COMFORT AND ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION People of all ages and abilities who want to walk, or use other forms of active transportation such as cycling, skateboarding or jogging, need to feel safe and comfortable to do so. Infrastructure such as sidewalks, bike lanes, and multi-use trails need to be in place to support active transportation. Active transportation routes that are connected to destinations for recreation, school, work and shopping, makes getting around without a vehicle easier. Not only can this enable people to live healthier lives, but is also more environmentally and economically sustainable. Pedestrian Comfort a) When building or rehabilitating infrastructure, ensure that it contributes <strong>DRAFT</strong> towards pedestrian comfort and safety. Active Transportation b) Strive to improve the comfort and convenience of active transportation options, such as on-street bicycle facilities, within the Regional Centre. General Policy Directions | 11
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