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How Transit-Oriented Development Shapes Urban Land Use Patterns

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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?