Is Connecticut The Next Stop For Transit Oriented Development?

Despite Connecticut's well developed commuter railroad and congested highways, there has been little effort devoted towards encouraging transit oriented development in the state. That may be about to change.

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October 1, 2005, 11:00 AM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"State planners are hoping more state municipalities will promote policies bringing new retail shops, commercial space and housing near mass transit centers."

"Despite having about 45 railroad stations and scores of bus routes, there is no statewide initiative to encourage transit-oriented developments, also known as TODs."

"The concept is relatively new for Connecticut, but some cities are moving ahead on their own, said Charles Barone, a planning administrator for the state Department of Transportation."

Thanks to Alex Karman

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