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Walkability

Mixed-use neighbourhoods that encourage walking are most likely to be associated with positive social encounters and a strong sense of community.

From strategies to actions: Monochromatic architectural rendering of a pedestrian-friendly street with people and buildings.

Flexible parking

Action: Aerial view of a neighborhood layout highlighting connections with orange dashed lines to foster community interaction.

Rationale: Text slide discussing the impact of parking policies on community connectivity and social interaction.

Active facades

Action: Contrasting images of an inactive facade and a lively street with shops, illustrating the importance of active facades.

Rationale: Street scene with people engaging in a public space, demonstrating the positive social effects of walkable streets.

Local shops

Action: Architectural sketch of a multi-use building with space for a grocery store, coffee shop, or community service.

Rationale: Photo of a mixed-use building with shops at street level contributing to a walkable neighborhood.

Missing middle

Map showing a 5-minute walking radius in an urban area to illustrate access to essential services and transit.

Text slide on boosting local social capital through medium to high population density and mixed land use.

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