Call For Transit Oriented Development In Baltimore

MaryPIRG releases report connecting denser, mixed-use development to reduction of traffic congestion.

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January 10, 2005, 6:00 AM PST

A recent report by the Maryland Public Interest Research Group (MaryPIRG) says that "[f]ocusing development around rail and bus stops could help revitalize blighted neighborhoods in Baltimore while also easing the region's traffic congestion." According to the report, "Local officials need to ease parking requirements and revise zoning rules to encourage a mixture of shops, offices and homes within a short walk of rail stops..."

Thanks to David Gest

FULL STORY: Develop near rail, bus stops, study urges

Wednesday, January 5, 2005 in The Baltimore Sun

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