South Greensboro Area Plan - Public Review Draft - 9.25.25

04.03 Streets & Right-of-way Strategies Short-term improvements in the public right-of-way—especially through Lighter, Quicker, Cheaper (LQC) and tactical urbanism approaches—can dramatically enhance the safety, accessibility, and vibrancy of streets. These strategies focus on low-cost, fast-to-implement interventions that test ideas, build community support, and lay the groundwork for more permanent infrastructure. By targeting key segments of the street network, cities can create more walkable, people-centered environments that support local businesses, improve public health, and foster social interaction.

Here are several impactful strategies that can be used in streets and sidewalks: Lane Reallocation (Road Diet) 1 2

Artistic Crosswalks

Reducing the number of travel lanes or narrowing lane widths can calm traffic, improve safety, and create space for bike lanes, wider sidewalks, or landscaping.

Colorful, community-designed crosswalks increase visibility and add character to intersections, encouraging drivers to slow down and enhancing pedestrian safety.

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Rio Grande Avenue Road Diet Project in Orange County, FL. (Source: OCFL Newsroom)

Painted Crosswalks at Intersection in Tallahassee, FL. (Source: Bloomberg Philanthropies)

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NEAR-TERM SOLUTIONS

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