Reso 2024-006 Transportation Element of the General Plan

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SAN LEANDRO GENERAL PLAN TRANSPORTATION Policy T-1.5 Land Use Strategies. Promote land use concepts that reduce the necessity of driving, encourage public transit use, and reduce trip lengths. These concepts include live- work development, mixed use development, higher densities along public transit corridors, and the provision of commercial services close to residential areas and employment centers. Action T-1.5.A: Reducing Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Through Zoning Establish zoning densities and intensities that reinforce the city's desire to reduce vehicle miles traveled (VMT) by focusing development near transit, and providing opportunities to live, work, and shop in close proximity. Action T-1.5.B: Subdivision and Engineering Standards Review the City's subdivision and engineering standards to ensure that they support the goal of being a more pedestrian- friendly city. This may include requirements for shorter block lengths and internal walkway systems in new development, as well as easements for mid-block paths, through-paths at the ends of cul-de-sacs, and other measures that increase walkability. Action T-1.5.C: Redesign of Commercial Strips Develop a strategy for “re-tooling” auto-oriented strip shopping centers into pedestrian-oriented neighborhood centers. The strategy should also address the need for safe, inviting pedestrian connections between these centers and nearby neighborhoods. Policy T-1.6 Siting of Housing and Public Facilities. Consider access to public transportation to be a major factor in the location and siting of future housing and public facilities. Conversely, ensure that community facilities such as libraries, parks, schools, and community, civic, and recreation centers, are served by public transit. Policy T-1.7 Off-Street Parking Standards. Implement variable parking standards that reflect such factors as proximity to transit, type of occupancy (seniors, etc.), number of bedrooms (for housing), and the expected level of