Portland, OR Trees in the Curb Zone Pilot seeks environmental and traffic benefits from tree canopy

Portland, OR Trees in the Curb Zone Pilot Canopy Benefits

Planning

Local officials are seeking an innovative way to add trees in places with limited planting space. The Portland Bureau of Transportation plans tree plantings in parking lanes throughout the Brentwood-Darlington neighborhood starting in 2024. Increased tree canopy will not only improve air quality but decrease speeds through high-density areas. The Pedestrian Design Guide and an engagement process with community members will shape design standards as well as site selection.

Parks and Recreation Planning Design Engagement

Portland, OR

Municipality in Oregon

United States

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Oregon Relay Service

The Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) recently awarded the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) $500,000 from its "Percent for Green" program. The program collects a percent of development charges and uses that money to fund large-scale green infrastructure projects.

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Portland Pedestrian Design Guide

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Newsworthy

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