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Transit Oriented Development Guidelines

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Overview

Hamilton's Transit Oriented Development Guidelines, a joint project of the Planning and Economic Development and Public Works Departments, in two volumes of August 2010. Volume 1, the Background Paper on Transit Oriented Development, covers the policy framework, TOD principles, the hierarchy of TOD areas, densities, parking, zoning and a SWOC analysis. Volume 2, the Council-adopted guidelines, sets out ten TOD principles, typologies for urban, suburban and greenfield areas, detailed guidelines for TOD areas and implementation tools, and sits beside the Site Plan Guidelines and Urban Hamilton Official Plan.

What it covers

What is Transit Oriented Development?
Function of TOD Guidelines
Existing Policy Framework
TOD Principles
Hierarchy and Defining TOD Areas
Components of TOD
Implementing TOD in Hamilton
Implementation of TOD Guidelines
How to use these Guidelines
TOD Principles/Elements
TOD Typologies - Where to apply TOD
Urban Areas
Suburban Areas
Greenfield Areas
Detailed Guidelines for TOD Areas
Implementation Tools/Frameworks
Promote Place Making - Creating a Sense of Place
Ensure A Mix of Appropriate Land Uses
Require Density and Compact Urban Form
Focus on Urban Design
Create Pedestrian Environments
Address Parking Management
Respect Market Considerations
Take a Comprehensive Approach to Planning
Plan for Transit and Promote Connections (for all modes)
Promote Partnerships and Innovative Implementation

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