Transit-Oriented Development and Ports: National Analysis across the United States and a Case Study of New Orleans
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2017-11-01
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TRIS Online Accession Number:01653385
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Edition:Final Report
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Abstract:The aim of this study is to examine the extent that freight and passenger transportation planning overlap within the context of transit-oriented developments (TODs) near ports. This study also includes a case study of New Orleans. Research questions included: (1) How many fixed-transit stations, including TODs, in the United States are located within close proximity to port facilities? (2) What are the jobs and transportation characteristics of fixed-transit station areas by TOD-typology in the last-mile of ports? (3) What lessons can be drawn from the coordination, or lack thereof, between passenger and freight interest groups seeking to promote TOD in neighborhoods in close proximity to the Port of New Orleans? This report summarizes the results of a quantitative analysis on fixed-transit station areas, by TOD-typology, within close proximity of major port facilities across the United States. This study examines the population, jobs, transportation, housing and built environment characteristics of fixed-transit station areas by TOD-typology near major ports, including coastal and major river port facilities. The study also presents a case study of New Orleans, where the revitalization of historic neighborhoods, including the construction of new streetcar lines, bicycle infrastructure and improved pedestrian facilities along with an influx of new residents has created tensions between neighborhoods and freight operators. Communities have been fighting for passenger-transport safety and community livability through a variety of requests that were viewed as potentially restricting freight operations within close proximity of the Port of New Orleans. Freight interests maintained their large employment base with job growth as well as their longstanding presence in the community as vital to the local economy. In the course of this research, the following factors became apparent as indicators of need for success: a transparent planning process and infrastructure investment and coordination across community groups, government agencies, and industry representing both passenger and freight modes.
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