Tag: Street Design
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Is it Acceptable to Bike on the Sidewalk?
There are times it just doesn’t feel safe biking on the road. There might be cars moving at fast speeds, limited or no bike lane, or other hazards. Our view is that you should always trust your intuition and don’t hesitate to take the sidewalk. In Oregon, it is generally allowable by law to ride…
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What you Should Know about Neighborhood Greenways
Neighborhood greenways are low-traffic, slow (typically 25mph or less) streets that prioritize walking and biking. Many times the greenways are on small neighborhood roads that are parallel to busier throughfares for automobiles. There are a couple key features of greenways in Portland, Oregon. You’ll see green wayfinding signs that highlight directions and distance to neighborhoods…