DSE-2019-001-framework-F3 - Flipbook - Page 19
Presently, 87.9 percent of Denver
South’s workforce commutes in a
single-occupancy vehicle, while
only 5.9 percent take light rail.
Commuting on foot (0.4 percent) or
by bicycle (0.2 percent) are nearly
non-existent.
C ONSEQ U ENC ES U NC HEC KED
We face a combination of forces related to rapid
job and population growth that, if left unaddressed,
will logically exacerbate:
• Affordable housing deficiencies
• Multi-modal transit deficiencies
• Traffic conditions infringing on resident
quality of life
• Sprawl
SMART G ROWTH
To this point, addressing growth has relied on
increasing capacity of physical infrastructure, like
roads and bridges, and fixed transit investment
like light rail.
We can’t build our way out of traffic.
We must leverage this framework to guide growth
to where we need it to be. We also need to help
the built environment become smarter by further
integrating technology, analyzing data, engaging
the public, and basing future investments
on data-driven determinations rather than
institutionalized preferences.
BOARD VOICES
“Proactive and thoughtful planning are paramount to manage future
growth. This framework demonstrates how Denver South is working
collaboratively with the region’s public and private partners to ensure
the character and quality of new development compliments and
enhances our existing communities.”
Jackie Millet, Mayor, City of Lone Tree
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