Land Use & Zoning
What is 'transit-oriented development' (TOD) in Rhode Island?
ADevelopment near transportation companies
BMixed-use, walkable development focused around a transit stop or station, designed to encourage transit use and reduce car dependence✓ Correct
CHousing for transit workers
DCommercial development along highways
Explanation
TOD is a planning strategy that concentrates mixed-use, higher-density development within walking distance of transit stations (commuter rail, bus rapid transit). Rhode Island has promoted TOD in Providence and along the MBTA commuter rail corridor.
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