PROPOSAL IDEA

BUS PARKLET DESIGN PROTOTYPE

By
KAVIMUGHIL E
AYISHA S
What is a Bus Parklet?
A Bus Parklet combines the popular concept of parklets – relatively low-cost
structures that function as an extension of the sidewalk into the adjacent
parking lane and create a flexible public space to meet the needs of the local
community – with a temporary platform for an enhanced transit boarding
experience.
Bus Parklet Goals
1.Provide a Safe and Comfortable Transit Passenger Environment

2.Support Local Business

3.Create Public Open Space

MAJOR CONSIDERATIONS
Posted Speed Limit Longitudinal and Cross Slope

Number of Travel Lanes Driveways

On-Street Parking Curb Zones

Bulb-outs/Curb Extension Existing Utilities and Vertical Curbside

Elements
Stop Location
Near-term or Long-term Street Improvement
Sidewalk Width
Projects

Streets with Bicycle Facilities

GETTING IT RIGHT
1. DESIGN STREETS AS PUBLIC SPACES

2. DESIGN FOR CONTEXT

3. DESIGN FOR CONNECTIVITY

4. DESIGN FOR SAFETY

5. DESIGN FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY

6. DESIGN AND PLAN STREETS TO BE FIT FOR PURPOSE