Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) District Relevance
TOD districts are special zones created to support walkable, high-density, mixed-use development near transit hubs.
- Encourages residential, commercial, and civic uses within walking distance
- Promotes reduced car dependency through pedestrian and cycling infrastructure
- Typically allows increased building heights and floor area ratios (FAR)
- Designed to improve access to public transportation and reduce congestion
Zoning Overlay Implications
Zoning overlays add specific regulatory layers to base zoning to control land use or promote urban goals.
- May govern design features like building façade, signage, or setbacks
- Can allow additional uses not permitted in base zoning
- Often includes historic preservation, environmental, or TOD-related overlays
- Requires developers to meet both base and overlay district standards
Parcel Eligibility for TOD District Benefits
Proximity to transit stations qualifies certain parcels for TOD zoning incentives and regulatory flexibility.
- Eligibility often based on a 400–800 meter radius from a transit station
- Parcel must meet minimum size, access, and location requirements
- Street connectivity and walkability are considered in TOD qualification
- Parcels within TOD corridors are prioritized for urban renewal
Development Incentives in TOD Overlays
TOD overlays provide benefits to encourage compact, transit-supportive development.
- Bonus FAR or height allowances for mixed-income or affordable housing
- Reduced or eliminated parking minimums near high-frequency transit routes
- Fast-track permitting for projects aligning with TOD design goals
- Incentives may include density waivers, tax abatements, or fee reductions
