Pedestrian Friendly Code Directory A pedestrian-oriented area
needs to have convenient points of entry and exit. Frequently,
pedestrians must go far out of their way to access buildings,
cross streets, or reach transit. These elements emphasize
convenience and safety for pedestrians as they move in and out
of pedestrian spaces to reach destinations. When an area has a
variety of attractions and uses, it becomes a place where people
congregate and spend time. People generally enjoy walking in
such areas, and public transit service becomes crucial to
provide access from farther away. These elements can help make a
location into a destination, creating a distinct sense of place.
The alignment, size, and shape of city blocks can be key to the
walkability of an area. But when poorly designed, these factors
can create unnecessary obstacles, restrict pedestrians to one
side of the street, and lead to dangerous street crossings.
These elements involve the structure and design of city blocks,
and identify steps that c