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In response to
"I wouldn't mind knowing what the heck "livable" is supposed to mean -- nm"
by
con_carne
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Here's one person's definition
Posted by
Strongbad (aka Rambler14)
Aug 15 '12, 11:38
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Characteristics of Livable Communities include:
full community participation in the decision-making process by residents, neighborhood
organizations and the business community including small and minority businesses
well planned and designed neighborhoods where housing, schools and parks are within easy
walking distance of user-friendly transit and link residents to job opportunities and social services
transit, pedestrian and bicycle access that is compatible with land use, zoning and urban design
to reduce dependence on the automobile
mixed-use neighborhoods that complement residential areas with commercial, recreational,
educational, health and other social services
transit services and facilities which provide safety, security and accessibility for all passengers, including disabled persons and elderly members of the community
sound environmental practices including careful parking and traffic management techniques to
reduce auto trips, conserve space, encourage green areas, avoid gridlock and improve air quality.
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