Atlanta's Telecom And Planning Experiment

An experiment in urban planning is underway in Atlanta -- a massive plan to integrate transit and telecommunications.

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October 7, 2001, 9:00 AM PDT

"A grand experiment in urban planning is under way in the capital of the Southeast. Telecommunications giant BellSouth is implementing its $750 million Atlanta Metro Plan, which will consolidate 23 offices into three sites near transportation hubs.The plan is a direct attack on the growing sprawl that has produced nightmarish commutes for so many Atlanta residents. It also is designed to attract the best talent in the city's competitive marketplace. The sites, totaling 3.1 million sq. ft., will be located next to Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) rail stations.If the project proves successful, BellSouth hopes it will encourage other companies in Atlanta and across the nation to pursue transit-oriented, urban office developments."

Thanks to Chris Steins

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