Challenge

The City of Orlando sought new ways to implement efficient and cost-effective projects that have an impact on safety. One of these projects is the installation of quick-builds in downtown Orlando, Creative Village, and other strategic locations around Orlando.

Solution

Kittelson worked with the City to develop a quick-build program that guides City staff through the four phases of “imagine, plan, build, and transition.” This guide helps neighborhoods, advocates, and agencies implement intersection improvements, traffic calming, multimodal facilities, and public art interventions at a variety of scales with different, context-appropriate materials.

The guidelines provide detailed information on the process, materials, and applicable context for implementing quick-build projects, sometimes known as “tactical urbanism.” These projects can be used to improve pedestrian safety, create bike facilities, or activate a public space. The guide outlines the City’s process for designing and approving quick-build projects and serves as a resource for community members hoping to make changes to streets in their neighborhood.

To demonstrate the capabilities of quick-builds and the guide, a quick-build bike lane along Corinne Drive was designed and installed by converting parking into a bike lane with delineators, reflective tape, and spray paint. The team collected data to monitor vehicle mobility and parking availability in the neighborhood during the demonstration.