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Objective 5: Create vibrant public spaces that encourage walking
Seattle’s neighborhoods should be connected by a network of pleasurable and interesting places that invite people to walk. While there is no magic formula, walking is supported by mixing land uses, creating human-scaled buildings, providing visual amenities and engaging streetscapes, developing programs for public spaces, illuminating the pedestrian realm, and planting appropriate vegetation. These strategies contribute to making great places for walking.
Strategy 5.1: Create an appropriate mix of uses and destinations within neighborhoods
a. Use land use and zoning tools to encourage and support pedestrian-friendly growth and development
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Strategy 5.2: Reclaim and activate public spaces
a. Design and permit public spaces so they are active, accessible, welcoming, connected, and unique
b. Develop a public space network in the Center City and other neighborhoods that connects open spaces and areas of high pedestrian demand
c. Integrate public spaces with adjacent businesses
d. Develop guidelines for car-free and shared space streets
e. Encourage at-grade crossings whenever possible to support pedestrian activity at the street level
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Strategy 5.3: Expand the use of pedestrian-scaled lighting
a. Develop and implement a pedestrian lighting plan
b. Revise lighting design standards to focus on quality, quantity, and orientation of light
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