When Street Design Leaves Some People Behind – CityLab Bloomberg
Date Published: August 18, 2020Expanding road space for bikes can limit accessibility for others — a balancing act for street planners and disability advocates. John Surico explores the intersection of accessibility and urban design, with a particular focus on inclusivity within street redesigns .
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