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Principles of Station Neighborhood Development <br /> Characteristics of Successful Transit Station <br /> • Neighborhoods <br /> Although there are different opportunities and constraints among <br /> Station Neighborhoods, the following characteristics are found in <br /> most successful transit station neighborhoods. <br /> rnj_ 1. Compact Development <br /> �L <br /> �- T 1 • Makes walking and biking convenient options <br /> •Allows land uses to support one another <br /> • Enhances pedestrian environment and transit ridership <br /> _I� IF' <br /> • Consolidates trips <br /> 2. Varied and Complementary Land Uses <br /> 4.E71, mo <br /> i <br /> • Makes the transit trip more convenient <br /> TSc— --L • Supports financial feasibility <br /> '- t__ • Makes the Station Neighborhood more interesting and lively <br /> •When civic components are included,builds a community focal <br /> • <br /> point <br /> F---I <br /> 3. Mixed-Use Development <br /> • Supports increased densities <br /> Qr—t—t „ • Provides a transition to adjacent neighborhoods <br /> D D p p Q • Encourages walking and bicycling <br /> O el G Q o • Integrates mutually compatible land uses <br /> A n <br /> atm a • Extends the hours of activity <br /> • May enhance market and financial feasibility <br /> 4. Access by All Modes of Transportation <br /> ,;;�, , . • Promotes transit ridership <br /> • Efficiently connects the Transit Core to surrounding areas <br /> u `f • Increases transportation efficiency <br /> • Links uses and activities <br /> • <br /> Station Neighborhood Development Guidelines 8 Northstar Corridor Development Authority <br />