Street Design Manual User Survey
1.
Do you currently reside or work in New York City?
Yes
No
2.
What is your profession?
3.
Are you familiar with the NYC DOT Street Design Manual?
Yes
No
4.
Which chapter of the Street Design Manual have you used? (choose all that apply)
Chapter 1: Process
Chapter 2: Geometry
Chapter 3: Materials
Chapter 4: Lighting
Chapter 5: Furniture
Chapter 6: Landscape
Chapter 7: Programming
None/New to the Street Design Manual
5.
What features best help you understand information in the Street Design Manual? (choose all that apply)
Chapter content pages (ex. curb extension)
Chapter general guidelines
Diagrams
Photos
Case Studies
Resources
Other (please specify)
6.
We want to make the Street Design Manual be a better resource for you, what would you like to see more of?
7.
What common aspects related to street design come up in your community? (choose all that apply)
Changes to street and/or sidewalk layout
Curb uses (e.g. outdoor dining, waste containerization, loading, etc.)
Programming (e.g. art. local events, markets, etc.)
Street Furniture
Street Lighting
Landscaping/Greening
Other (please specify)
8.
Do you believe there is equitable access to transportation options across neighborhoods of New York City?
Yes
No
Not sure
9.
In your assessment, how equitable would you rate the current allocation of city resources in infrastructure development across neighborhoods in New York City?
Very Equitable
Somewhat Equitable
Unequitable
Not sure
10.
What are the top barriers to creating equity in street design and transportation access? (choose all that apply)
Spatial and Circulation Constraints
Lighting
Access to public transportation options
Traffic Congestion
Lack of Green Space
Limited Community Participation
Maintenance Needs
Lack of infrastructure (eg. Curb Extensions, Bike lanes, Bus Stops, Bus Lanes, Street Furniture)
Other (please specify)
11.
How can community input be better integrated into street design decisions? (choose all that apply)
More public meetings and design workshops to gather feedback from residents
Creating community advisory boards to work with city planners
Using online tools to gather input from a wider range of residents
Implementing pop-up demonstrations to showcase ideas and gather feedback in real-time
Equity and Inclusion Assessment
Other (please specify)
12.
What role should the city government play in improving equity in street design? Select all that apply
Providing funding for sustainable transportation options
Prioritizing safety over convenience for drivers
Holding developers accountable for including pedestrian and bike-friendly infrastructure in new projects
Implementing policies to reduce car usage and encourage active transportation
Other (please specify)
