Philadelphia Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 2012
5 minutes Date Enacted: Apr 1, 2012
Summary
Beyond recommendations for improvements to the walking and bicycling networks, the Plan presents a framework for pedestrian and bicycle planning, development and maintenance that includes:
A street classification system with design standards for sidewalks, which reflects the interplay between roadway function, pedestrian activity, and adjacent land use
A set of policies and programs to enhance pedestrian and bicycle facilities and to support walking and bicycling through improved maintenance, monitoring, enforcement, encouragement, and safety education
Strategies for implementing bicycle and pedestrian network recommendations