The American Planning Association recognized the Berkeley Downtown Area Project with a National Planning Achievement Award for a Best Practice in 2014, for having “successfully translated community aspirations into concrete actions.” This multi-faceted project is designed to retain the downtown’s vibrant character, accommodate new growth, and make downtown a model of environmental sustainability. Nelson\Nygaard led the development of the the Downtown Parking and TDM Plan, one of four major initiatives. We recommended a comprehensive parking and TDM strategy, including a shared parking facility program and zoning amendments that require new developments to provide residents with free transit passes and other incentives that reduce vehicle trips and pollution.
Berkeley Downtown Area Project wins the National Planning Achievement Award
