Geography
How Transit-Oriented Development Shapes Urban Land Use Patterns
Quick fact
Portland, Oregon, was one of the first U.S. cities to intentionally adopt transit-oriented development, using its MAX light rail system and zoning changes to encourage compact, walkable neighborhoods instead of car-centered sprawl.
Why this is interesting
Picture a city where the train station is not just a stop, but the heart of a lively neighborhood—shops, homes, and offices all within a ten-minute walk. Why do some cities look this way, while others are endless strip malls and parking lots?