Street Design, Policies & Best Practices
Creating safe, accessible streets for people walking, biking, and rolling requires clear guidance and consistent design practices—which is why the Greater Madison MPO developed a report that brings together local policies and national best practices to help communities across Dane County make informed street design decisions.
The Pedestrian & Bicycle Facility Policies and Street Design Standards Report outlines facility requirements adopted by local communities, alongside recommendations from national sources. It’s a resource for planners, engineers, and elected officials, designed to support smarter infrastructure decisions and provide tools to make our streets safer and more inclusive for all users.
Pedestrian & Bicycle Facility Policies and Street Design Standards
2021 Addendum
The addendum includes updated guidance from the Federal Highway Administration, National Association of City Transportation Officials, and the Global Designing Cities Initiative. It also introduces the Complete Streets Toolkit, a resource for designing streets that work for all users.