Citywide Assessment of Parklets & Plazas: Summary of Data Collected for Summer 2014 Public Life Study

Abstract

San Francisco's Pavement to Parks Program aims to transform parking spaces and street intersections to new and easily reversible public spaces such as parklets and plazas. These temporary spaces are typically outfitted with amenities such as tables, seating, landscaping, bicycle parking, and public art. These new spaces help to achieve include heightened neighborhood interaction, enhanced pedestrian safety and activities, use of non-motorized transportation, and support for local businesses. This study evaluates the effect of parklets and plazas on street life and public response to these new types of spaces. Data collected will also help the program further understand how parklets and plazas are currently serving the needs of users who visit these spaces, and if these spaces are achieving the goals built into the initial vision and expectations for Pavement to Parks projects.

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