Zoning TOD — Transit-Oriented Development

Updated Mar 26, 2026

Higher-density zoning within 1/4-1/2 mile of transit stations. Reduced parking requirements, increased FAR, and pedestrian-oriented design. Growing in adoption as cities prioritize transit ridership and housing density.

category

Transit-Oriented

max height

65-200 ft

typical far

3.0-8.0

SOURCES

🔗https://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth

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