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Open Streets Initiative

URL: <a href="https://www.countyhealthrankings.org/take-action-to-improve-health/what-works-for-health/strategies/open-streets#:~:text=Open%20Streets%20initiatives%2C%20also%20called,temporarily%20closed%20to%20motorized%20traffic." target="_blank">Visit resource
Date Reviewed: 12/20/2023

Open streets initiatives prioritize people over cars. The streets become part of the open space domain and can be programmed for pedestrian use.

Categories: Community Design

Types: Best Practice

Evidence Strength: Recommended

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