
Prioritizing Safety in Street Design: A Conversation with Melany Alliston
The Strong Towns Podcast
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Rethinking Safety in Street Design
This chapter explores the intricate relationship between street design and safety, emphasizing the need for a well-designed environment that accommodates pedestrians and cyclists. It advocates for a multidisciplinary approach to urban planning that values insights from local residents, highlighting the limitations of conventional engineering perspectives. The discussion also addresses the need for innovative design changes at intersections to enhance safety and reduce accidents.
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