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Trail-oriented Development
Trail-oriented development intentionally blurs the boundary between trails and nearby properties by creating and expanding adjacent amenities.
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The Right Path
This new guide provides tools, strategies, and conversation starting material to foster local trail-oriented development in your community.
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Good for Business
Trail-oriented development projects at or near businesses can attract more foot and bicycle traffic, increasing spending and job creation.
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A Healthy Path
Connections from a trail to adjacent properties, trail-oriented development gives residents and visitors reasons to walk, jog, or bike.