Economic and urban development studies related to the pilot corridor of “Bus Rapid Transit-BRT” in the city of Douala

The project concerns component 3 “Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) around the mass transit system” of Douala’s SUMP (Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan), which is planned to be conducted in interaction with the other components on the basis of sharing relevant data and inputs. Successfully developed in several countries, the TOD Concept advocates urban planning in the vicinity of public transport infrastructures, characterized by functional mix, high density and high quality design of public spaces.

• Assessment of the current situation
• Identification of priority sites and actions planning
• Guidelines development for priority sites
• Characteristics of infrastructure and superstructure equipment in the areas
• Development of preliminary plans for pilot projects
• Support strategy for the informal trade
• Pedestrian mobility plan and non-motorized modes

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