Clear Zones

Bike Lane

Federal Rule Changes Remove Obstacles to Multi-Modal Streets

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) made official a set of rule changes that overthrow an old way of thinking about street design.

May 17, 2016 - Streetsblog USA

Complete Streets

Feds May Drop 'Highway-Inspired' Rules for Streets

The Federal Highway Administration may put an end to rules mandating wide lanes and "clear zones," making it easier to implement complete streets.

October 16, 2015 - Streetsblog USA

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Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools

This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.

Planning for Universal Design

Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.