Transit Oriented Development in Detroit (2010)
Detroit, MI
Project Description
The master's project team produced a Transit Oriented Development (TOD) plan with a focus on environmental sustainability for the Woodward Light Rail project in Detroit, MI. The plan includes traditional TOD recommendations such as zoning, parking, pedestrian and bicycle pathways, and streetscape design. The team also added an environmental sustainability component, titled "Sustainable Transit Oriented Development" (STOD). The sustainable elements are tailored for Detroit and focus on water quality, land use, and energy.
Year
2010
Project Status
In Progress
Client Organization
Detroit Department of Transportation
Students Involved
Kim Seelye, MUP/MS Environmental Policy and Planning
Allison Krueger, MLA
Lauren De Silva, MLA
Angela Lee, MLA
Paul Mansoor, MS Environmental Policy and Planning/Environmental Justice
Final Report