Transit Priority Transit reliability in Fort Worth is constrained by the absence of dedicated priority measures. While Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) provide a foundation, there is no systematic implementation of bus lanes or signal priority, leaving transit vulnerable to congestion. The City should implement exclusive bus lanes or queue jump lanes at high-delay intersections to improve travel times. Transit Signal Priority (TSP) should be deployed along major corridors, leveraging existing ITS infrastructure for cost efficiency. Real-time AVL/GPS data can support dynamic scheduling and route optimization, allowing service to respond to actual conditions. Stop design should also be revisited to minimize conflicts with bike lanes and improve accessibility for all users.
Outcome Fort Worth lacks a formal TOD policy, which limits opportunities for dense, mixed-use development near transit stations. Current zoning and subdivision ordinances do not fully support walkable, transit-friendly environments. Recommendations ■ Adopt form-based codes or TOD-specific overlay zones to guide development near transit corridors. ■ Include affordable housing incentives and density bonuses to prevent displacement. ■ Develop station-area plans that integrate land use, transit access, and micromobility options. ■ Coordinate TOD with green infrastructure and stormwater planning for climate resilience.
The analysis identifies gaps in 20+ policy areas, including: Transit-Oriented Development Fort Worth currently lacks a formal TOD policy, which limits its ability to create compact, walkable, and transit-supportive neighborhoods. Without clear guidance, development near transit stations often defaults to auto-centric patterns, undermining ridership potential and accessibility. To address this, the City should adopt form-based codes or TOD-specific overlay zones that prioritize pedestrian-friendly design and mixed-use development. These codes should include affordable housing incentives and density bonuses to prevent displacement and support TOD benefits shared across income levels. Additionally, station-area plans should be developed to integrate land use, transit access, and micromobility options, creating seamless connections between modes. Coordination with green infrastructure and stormwater planning will further enhance resilience and sustainability.
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Fort Worth Master Transportation Plan | Multimodal Gap Analysis
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