Transit-Oriented Communities

Transit-oriented communities (TOCs) are the broader community surrounding transit stations that are designed to seamlessly integrate transit-oriented development (TOD) with multimodal connects for pedestrians, cyclists, and microtransit users.

By integrating mobility and first-last mile planning; economic development; transit planning and design; and placemaking and urban design, TOCs create safe, walkable, and mixed-use places that are people-focused with easily accessible transit services connecting riders to housing, businesses, jobs, healthcare services, and more.

Creating Vibrant, Connected Neighborhoods

At Kimley-Horn, we understand the benefits of transit-oriented and mixed-use development that go beyond improving the efficiency of a transportation system. When dense urban spaces integrate land uses to reduce the distance between places where people want to be, neighborhoods provide lasting value and opportunities to the community. Successful TOD and TOCs support the viability of local shops and businesses, increase housing options, increase personal safety and convenience, and, most importantly—offer people choices.

Providing Services for Transit-Oriented Development

As a leading consultant in the planning, design, and implementation of TOD projects, Kimley-Horn brings proven expertise in creating economically vibrant neighborhoods and unique places that bring character to the community. From the earliest planning stages through environmental clearance, design, placemaking, construction, and beyond, our team of experts will guide you through optimizing your land use to build a more sustainable community.

Building TOC and TOD Partnerships

Kimley-Horn supports transit agencies, cities, and developers to create TOC and TOD projects, giving us unique insight into the market needs for projects that build a lasting partnership between transit and place. Early engagement with residents, developers, brokers, property owners, small businesses, and major employers is crucial for the successful transformation into a transit-oriented community, and we work with agencies to host developer roundtables, identify strategies for existing businesses to thrive, and enable the construction of market-rate housing to support local workforce needs.