Plan Surrey 2013: Official Community Plan

PLANSURREY 2013 | OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN

C2 POLICIES: Walking (cont.)

C2.20 Ensure that development sites plan for and provide multiple and direct pedestrian con- nections linking to adjacent public streets, particularly connecting to transit stops. C2.21 Include sidewalks on all new streets and im- prove existing streets by adding sidewalks, on a priority basis, as budgets permit and as opportunities arise, with priority given to lo- cations with high pedestrian activity. C2.22 Promote a positive pedestrian experience by designing, constructing and maintaining side- walks and walkways with sufficient width, curb separation, appropriate surfacing, adja- cent street trees and adequate lighting. Con-

sider adding street furniture and weather protection amenities, where appropriate, to enhance pedestrian comfort.

C2.23 Identify, promote and implement safer walk- ing and biking routes to neighbourhood schools through the use of traffic signals, crosswalks and traffic calming features.

Attractive and friendly urban environments support pedestrians and walking as a viable form of transportation.

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POLICIES—THEME C: INFRASTRUCTURE and FACILITIES