Decisions surrounding planning and community design can have significant impacts on the physical, social and mental health of community members. Community design features can:
Influence residents’ mode choice
Impact the ability of residents of all ages and abilities to be physically active
The following case story featured in this section are examples of creating healthy neighborhoods by way of planning and community design. Some of these case stories were prepared in collaboration with other Institute programs.
Because of its Bay-front location close to the City’s financial district, Mission Bay was identified as a prime location for mixed-use redevelopment. The 303-acre Mission Bay area was previously a blighted industrial area, marked by vacant parcels and dilapidated and underused warehouse buildings.Read more »
Many communities are trying to enhance resident health through improvements in the built environment. Informing and engaging the broader community can increase the likelihood for the success of these efforts.
This panel discussion was recorded (see videos below) on March 9th, 2011 at League of California Cities Planners Institute in Pasadena. Watch representatives from three California cities share a variety of tested strategies for engaging the public in healthy planning efforts, and answer questions from the audience in an interactive discussion.Read more »
The Office of Planning and Research has published new guidelines for cities and counties to use in updating the circulation element of the general plan. The guidelines are intended to help local agencies create balanced transportation networks that serve the needs of all users, whether driving, walking, bicycling, or using transit. Read more »
The Institute partners with a number of organizations that support local officials and community members on health and the built environment efforts. Learn about the resources our partners provide.
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