Transit-oriented development (TOD) is a design concept centred around creating communities with easy access to public transportation, typically involving a mix of housing, office spaces, and retail. The idea is to encourage more people to use public transit rather than relying on private vehicles. But are TODs really driving an increase in public transportation ridership or are other factors at play?
While TOD can physically bring people closer to public transit, the real trigger for increased ridership lies in how people view and experience the system. If public transportation is seen as reliable, efficient, and convenient, residents of TOD developments are more likely to use it. However, if public transit struggles with issues such as delays, overcrowding, or safety concerns, TOD’s potential may be undermined.
Source:https://en.wikipedia.org
• Land price
• Plot Ratio/density
• Reduced parking
While TOD offers the promise of more connected, transit-friendly communities, the actual impact on ridership depends on several factors. The location and convenience of the transit station, the efficiency of the transit system, and the community’s willingness to adopt public transportation all play a role in determining whether TOD can drive a significant increase in ridership. TODs have the potential to boost ridership on public transportation, but success depends on how the public perceives transit and the quality and convenience of the transit system.
To me, it is also the
speed of development of the TODs. If you leave it to the public sector, land is
left idle or is slow in development. Both Dang Wangi (near Sheraton Hotel) and
Awan Besar are examples of slow or no development. Why do we spend time on
non-issues (halal certificates etc) instead of focusing on what could really be
done for the B40 and M40 groups, like affordable TODs?
Reference:
Are TODs triggering
ridership? Joseph
Wong, Starbiz, 22 September 2024
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