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Joint/Transit Oriented Development

Background

As part of a holistic approach to developing a more robust multi-modal transit, VIA is exploring joint/transit oriented development options that will reinforce the opportunity for agency revenue at transit facilities, augment the tax base in the inner city, and provide a range of housing options near transit.

Program Description

The VIA Joint development Program is designed to secure the most appropriate private and/or public sector development that is physically or operationally related to VIA’s transit facilities.

Program Goals

VIA’s joint development program seeks to:

• A. Provide transportation related services and conveniences;
• B. Provide pedestrian oriented development and create a sense of place around a transit facility that is compatible with the nature, scale and culture and character of the surrounding community;
• C. Include a mix of uses that will enhance land use and economic development goals of the immediate and surrounding communities, and regional development plans
• D. Achieve the highest levels of quality in terms of urban and architectural design;
• E. Generate economic development benefits through job creation and additional revenue for the local economy;
• F. Reduce auto use and congestion through encouragement of transit-linked development; and
• G. Promote involvement of local interests in the location, design, function and operation of joint development to the extent reasonable and appropriate.

Project Evaluation

In order to determine whether a project supports the purpose and goals of the VIA Joint Development program, the evaluation of each project will include an examination of:

• Land Use classifications
• Ridership Enhancement
• Planning & Design
• Zoning designations
• Vehicular/Multi-modal LOS
• Economic Development
• Density
• Pedestrian Activity
• Revenue Generation