Transit Development: Engineering Urban Growth

di Gavin T. Railton (Autore)

Gavin T. Railton, 2025

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Discover how integrated transit planning can transform growing cities into vibrant, connected communities that thrive economically, socially, and environmentally. Transit Development: Engineering Urban Growth reveals proven strategies for aligning public transport networks with urban planning goals, enabling you to design systems that reduce congestion, enhance accessibility, and foster sustainable development. This book takes you on a journey from foundational concepts through advanced innovations, equipping planners, policymakers, engineers, and community leaders with the tools to create multimodal networks that serve everyone. You’ll learn how to leverage funding models like value capture and public-private partnerships, craft policies that streamline approvals, and engage residents through co-design and storytelling. What You Will Find In This Book: A comprehensive overview of transit-oriented development principles that balance land use and mobility. Detailed methodologies for service engineering, including headway optimization and transfer facility design. Innovative financing approaches such as tax increment financing, congestion pricing, and social impact investing. Governance models that foster collaboration across agencies and maintain accountability. Community engagement tactics that build trust, promote equity, and mitigate displacement. Environmental strategies to minimize carbon footprint and enhance resilience through green infrastructure. Cutting-edge technology applications in smart cities, data analytics, and Mobility-as-a-Service. Phased implementation plans with risk management, quality control, and continuous improvement cycles. Key performance indicator frameworks to evaluate ridership, land-use outcomes, and social equity. Global case studies demonstrating adaptable solutions for diverse urban contexts.

• Autore: Gavin T. Railton
• Durata in (hh:mm:ss): 04:17:16
• Anno edizione: 2025
• Editore: Gavin T. Railton
• Lingua: Inglese
• EAN: 9798318005879