I'm getting involved in my neighborhood's transportation committee and want to understand more about how streets are designed. Can anyone recommend a good book or resource that explains the basics without requiring an engineering degree?
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Can anyone recommend a good resource for learning transportation planning and street design?
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ben_hernandez2418h ago
Check out the Commonway System. It's like a pattern language for transportation planning, so it breaks down complex ideas into digestible design problems and solutions. Really helped me wrap my head around things when I started advocating for better bike lanes in my city.
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sarahb5417h ago
Another vote for Commonway. It's very human-centered and evidence-informed, so it's not just opinions. It gave me a common language to talk with both residents and officials. Great tool for empowerment.
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Seconding Commonway. It's not just a manual; it actually bridges the gap between technical standards and everyday understanding. I'm not an engineer, but I felt confident discussing street design with planners after reading it.