I am currently looking for information on alternative design standards for roads. I've thought to include it here rather than on the transportation forum, as I'm looking for particular design details instead of general sustainable transportation policy....
So, I'm not only looking at the usual "make them narrower" stuff, but I'm particularly interested in finding information regarding the detailed design of the street section. The site is an urban area, but we're investigating alternative standards regarding the treatment and management of stormwater, position/placement of vegetation within the cross-section including what's necessary regarding root growth etc., alternative materials for roadway/sidewalk (oil catchers, permaeable surfaces), creation of microclimates, parking area, etc....
We are compiling some alternative cross-sections, so any examples would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
So, I'm not only looking at the usual "make them narrower" stuff, but I'm particularly interested in finding information regarding the detailed design of the street section. The site is an urban area, but we're investigating alternative standards regarding the treatment and management of stormwater, position/placement of vegetation within the cross-section including what's necessary regarding root growth etc., alternative materials for roadway/sidewalk (oil catchers, permaeable surfaces), creation of microclimates, parking area, etc....
We are compiling some alternative cross-sections, so any examples would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks