The Role of Access Management in Sustainable Development

• Authored by:  Kristine M. Williams
• Co-authored by:  Herbert S. Levinson

Williams, K. and H. Levinson, “The Role of Access Management in Sustainable Development,” Proceedings of the First T&DI Congress, American Society of Civil Engineers, Chicago Illinois, (2011)
This paper explores the role of access management in accomplishing a more sustainable approach to transportation and development planning in the US. Topics include land use and transportation relationships, network planning and activity center strategies, and site design concepts for urban arterial development. Policy changes are suggested.

Other useful sources include:
1. Stover, V., “Access Management Techniques: Preserving Roadway Safety and Mobility,” ITE Journal, Institute of Transportation Engineers, Washington, D.C., Vol. 80, Issue 1, (2010) pp. 30 – 39
2. Williams, K. and H. Levinson, “Access Management: An Overview,” ITE Journal, Institute of Transportation Engineers, Washington, D.C., Vol. 80, Issue 1 (2010)
3. Access Management: A Key to Safety and Mobility, Tech Transfer Newsletter, University of California, Berkeley, Institute of Transportation Studies (2009)
4. South African Road Classification and Access Management Manual, Committee of Transport Officials, Version 1.0 (September 2010)