There are lots of assumptions made about how far people are willing to walk. The golden standard in urban design for “walking distance” has long been held as 1/4 mile. It turns out that the distance one is willing to walk has a lot to do with the scenery! Another reason to support liveable city initiatives, and a fascinating read. The full article from Better! Cities and Towns available here.
The Notion of “Walk Appeal”
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