RPM Transportation Consultants developed a transportation and land use plan for the
densely developed 21st Avenue Corridor in Nashville. The study evaluated the existing
land use/zoning, pedestrian and bicycle facilities, traffic volumes, and transit. Then
future (Year 2025) land use projections were developed, and future traffic volumes were
calculated to determine the future demands in the area. The study focused on creating
a safer and more efficient pedestrian and bicycle environment as well as improving
transit services. The recommendations included constructing new sidewalks and replacing
old sidewalks, improving pedestrian crossings at signalized intersections, creating new
bicycle lanes, and removing obstacles for pedestrians and bicyclists. In the
residential areas, traffic calming measures were recommended to reduce traffic volumes
and speeds through the neighborhoods. From the three public meetings held, the input
received from neighbors and business owners helped prioritize the concepts of the
plans. RPM Transportation Consultants also worked with a Technical Advisory Committee
and the Metro Planning Commission to assist in the guidance of the project.
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