Integrating Brownfields Redevelopment with Transportation Planning

The Small Business Liability and Brownfields Revitalization Act of 2002 reflects a continuing national commitment to redevelop and return brownfields to productive use. As brownfields are being redeveloped, there are a growing number of projects where transportation has played a critical role. Throu...

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Published in:Journal of urban planning and development 2004-12, Vol.130 (4), p.204-212
Main Authors: Amekudzi, Adjo, Fomunung, Ignatius
Format: Article
Language:English
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Applied sciences
Buildings. Public works
Exact sciences and technology
Project management. Process of design
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Urban development
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Summary:The Small Business Liability and Brownfields Revitalization Act of 2002 reflects a continuing national commitment to redevelop and return brownfields to productive use. As brownfields are being redeveloped, there are a growing number of projects where transportation has played a critical role. Through ten case studies of contemporary brownfield redevelopments, this paper discusses the roles that transportation can play in promoting brownfields redevelopment. The cases show that transportation can either hinder or drive brownfields redevelopment. While obsolete transportation infrastructure makes brownfield corridors or areas less attractive to potential developers, transportation projects strategically designed and located to improve accessibility between brownfield corridors and major economic centers tend to drive brownfields redevelopment. Such projects can be accelerated by including them in the metropolitan and state transportation improvement programs. The cases show that municipal, county, and other officials can proactively use their long-range transportation planning activities to stimulate brownfields redevelopment and accelerate the associated economic, environmental, and social benefits.
ISSN:0733-9488
1943-5444
DOI:10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9488(2004)130:4(204)