How can transit-oriented development (TOD) shape urban development? TRB hosted a webinar on Thursday, February 25, 2021 from 11:00 AM -12:30 PM Eastern that examined TOD effects. Presenters reviewed transit’s historical, contemporary, and future role in urban development. They also discussed the impacts of TOD on travel behavior, real estate prices, residential location, urban form, and community life. Finally, presenters identified policy issues and decision-support tools of TOD planning as well as technologies to assist in TOD further development.

This webinar was organized by the TRB Standing Committee on Economic Development and Land Use.

The recording is available.
Webinar agenda and presenters

1. TOD research achievements, planning tools, and challenges: Anna Ibraeva, University of Coimbra (Portugal)
2. Transit’s role in urban development and best practice recommendations for TOD in the 21st century: Richard Knowles, University of Salford (UK)
3. Question and answer session: Moderated by John Renne, Florida Atlantic University

The first 60 minutes of the webinar will be for presentations and the final 30 minutes will be reserved for audience questions.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

1. Identify impacts of TOD on travel behavior, real estate prices, residential location, urban form, and community life
2. Discuss how to further develop TOD policies

Professional Development Hours

Professional Development Hours (PDHs) earned on completion of this program were reported to the Registered Continuing Education Program (RCEP). Certificates of Completion are issued to all participants via the RCEP.net online system. Complaints about registered providers may be addressed to RCEP, 1015 15th Street, NW, 8th Fl., Washington, DC, 20005.

American Institute of Certified Planners Certification Maintenance Credits

This webinar was approved by the American Institute of Certified Planners for 1.5 Certification Maintenance Credits. Please visit the Certification Maintenance section of APA’s website to claim your credits: https://www.planning.org/cm/. If you have problems reporting your CM credits or have general questions about the CM program, please contact the APA.