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Boston Complete Streets Design Guidelines

The City of Boston’s Complete Street Guidelines include design and policy recommendations for city agencies and consultants to incorporate certain elements into roadways and sidewalks. They include guidelines for incorporating green stormwater infrastructure and street trees.

Link:

  • https://www.boston.gov/sites/default/files/file/2019/12/BCS_Guidelines.pdf

Policy Details:

Locale: Boston, Massachusetts [Northeast]
Climate zone: Zone 5A: Cool Humid
Jurisdiction: Municipality [>150K]
Smart Surface(s): Trees
Policy Type(s): Other Policy Statement, Municipal Commitment

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