The Importance of Land Use Planning for Sustainable Transportation

Land use planning functions as a vital tool which develops effective transportation systems while establishing both equitable and environmentally responsible solutions. Strategic planning of land development combined with transportation systems development reduces automobile dependency therefore creating conditions for walking, biking and public transit use. This article analyzes why transport planning and land use planning must be linked to facilitate sustainable urban development goals and discusses the benefits, limitations, and must-haves of this process of integration. Using case studies and policy recommendations, we review how effective land use planning can equate to more sustainable transport for the present and future populations.