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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.
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DETAILS
parking
50-75% of standard
category
Transit-Oriented
max height
65-200 ft
typical far
3.0-8.0
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