Safe and Aesthetic Design of Urban Roadside Treatments

This report presents the findings of a research project to develop recommended design guidelines for safe and aesthetic roadside treatments in urban areas and a toolbox of effective roadside treatments that balance pedestrian, bicyclist, and motorist safety and mobility. The report will be of particular interest to designers and safety practitioners responsible for the design of arterial and collector-type facilities in urban areas.

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