Master Transportation Plan Task 4: Gap Analysis and Needs Network
Policy Area
Notable Best Practices
Current Practices or Policy
Gap Areas and Recommendations
Parking (Off-Street) and On-Street Practices and Program Policy
• Removes or limits mandatory minimums for parking in new developments to reduce oversupply and encourage more efficient land use. • Sets upper limits on the number of parking spaces to prevent excessive car-centric development. • Encourages or requires shared parking between businesses with different peak hours (i.e., office and entertainment venues). • Separates the cost of parking from rent or property purchase to allow residents to opt out of paying for parking they do not use. • Allows developers to pay a fee instead of building required parking, with funds used for public parking or transit improvements. • Adjusts parking rates based on demand to ensure availability (targeting 70 to 85 percent occupancy). • Uses sensors and apps to show real-time availability and guide drivers to open spots. • Reinvests parking revenue into the local area for streetscape improvements, transit, or bike infrastructure. • Ensures accessible parking for people with disabilities and considers equity impacts of pricing and enforcement policies.
• Fort Worth enforces clear rules for on-street parking, including prohibitions on storing vehicles on public streets for more than 5 days and restrictions on parking in front and side yards unless on approved surfaces. • Residents can report parking violations using the MyFW app, which supports community enforcement and responsiveness. •
Reduce minimum parking requirements.
• Determine maximum parking caps to prevent overbuilding of parking. • Include provisions that encourage or require shared parking between businesses with complementary peak hours. • Require the separation of parking costs from housing or commercial leases. • Offer a fee-in-lieu option for developers to contribute to public parking or transit infrastructure instead of building on-site parking. • Use dynamic pricing strategies (e.g., adjusting rates to maintain 70 to 85 percent occupancy), which are effective in managing demand and improving turnover. • Use real-time parking availability tools such as sensors or apps to guide drivers to open spaces. • Require that parking revenue be reinvested into local infrastructure improvements like streetscapes, transit, or bike lanes. • Explicitly address equity impacts of pricing or enforcement policies. Use formalized risk assessment tools or data analytics to prioritize inspections or predict incidents. • Include detailed documentation on coordinated rail-specific emergency response procedures. • Prioritize inspections based on risk profiles or past incidents. • Provide standardized training on rail safety protocols and emergency procedures. • Implement public education campaigns, such as school programs or signage, specifically targeting rail safety awareness, in addition to quiet zones. • Implement PTC, automated inspection tools, or real-time monitoring systems at the municipal level. • Develop a formal rail hazard identification and risk assessment framework. • Enhance transparency around emergency response plans and inspection protocols. • Launch public education campaigns focused on rail safety, especially in schools and high-risk neighborhoods.
Railroad Safety Program
• Includes hazard identification and risk assessment processes. • Outlines emergency response procedures. • Prioritizes inspections based on risk and past incidents, including track, signal systems, and rolling stock. • Documents findings and follows up on corrective actions. • Trains all staff on safety protocols, hazard recognition, and emergency procedures. • Ensures contractors and third parties meet the same safety standards. • Educates the public on rail safety (e.g., grade crossing awareness). • Collaborates with local emergency services for coordinated response plans. • Uses signage, campaigns, and school programs to raise awareness. • Uses Positive Train Control (PTC), automated inspection tools, and real-time monitoring systems. • Implements data analytics to predict and prevent incidents. • Encourages a non-punitive reporting culture. •
Fort Worth is incorporating rail safety into its broader Vision Zero Safety Action Plan, which aims to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries. This plan shows a systemic approach to safety, including collaboration with the public and other stakeholders. • The city is working on establishing quiet zones, which often involve safety upgrades at crossings. • Public engagement efforts, such as inviting feedback on safety plans, also reflect a proactive safety culture. •
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