Arlington Comprehensive Plan Update Adopted 3-17-2015 | Page 72

The strategies of this Comprehensive
Plan build upon the existing roadway
network, while looking to maintain,
enhance, and improve mobility for all
users. A robust transportation strategy
is a key element in Arlington’s plan to
be a strong competitor in the global
economy, as it dictates mobility,
access, and economic development
opportunities.

techniques are effective. A multi-modal
roadway – that is, a roadway designed
for vehicles, pedestrian, bicycle, freight,
and transit traffic – will not only allow
Arlington to become a more livable
city, but one that is also economically
competitive.

The Thoroughfare Development
Plan adopted in 2011 promoted
the use of context sensitive design
throughout the city. Sometimes known
Roadways
as “Complete Streets”, this concept
focuses on designing a roadway to fit
Arlington’s current street network
serves as the primary means by which within its physical setting, taking into
account urban form, the environment,
people and goods move to, from, and
through the city. It is planned to ensure historic preservation, safety, and
mobility. As a result, streets are safer,
adequate circulation and access, as
more livable, and designed for all types
long as roadways are adequately
of uses.
maintained, and traffic management

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