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Watch and Learn: How Observation Can Enhance Understanding of Walkability and Bikability Around Transit Stations
Watch and Learn: How Observation Can Enhance Understanding of Walkability and Bikability Around Transit Stations
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Maines, Katherine
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This paper examines the suitability of the environment for
walking and biking around three of Atlanta’s busiest rail stations based on
availability of physical infrastructure and observation of public life
surrounding the stations. Infrastructure includes elements like sidewalks and
on- and off-street bike facilities. The life within the public realm also
influences how comfortable different people feel walking or biking, so the
analysis will include observations on behavior such as types of activities,
level of interaction between people, and how quickly people move through the area. The result will be a holistic view of how the public realm supports last mile connectivity for people who choose to walk or bike to access rail
transit in Atlanta. The following literature review addresses several
questions regarding first and last mile connectivity (FLMC) and how to assess
life in the public realm.
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2016-05
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Applied Research Paper
Applied Research Paper