Smart Growth and Transit-
Oriented Development
at the State Level:
Lessons from California, New Jersey,
and Western Australia
John L. Renne, University of New Orleans
Abstract
The states of California, New Jetsey, and Westem Australia encourage smart growth
through the employment of transit-oriented development (TOD). This article docu-
ments each state's approach and highlights the importance of interagency coopera-
tion at the state-level and intergovernmental cooperation between state and local
governmen& This article discusses the importance of state government participation
in the planning and creation of policy to facilitate TOD and recommends elements
for a model state TOD program.
Introduction
Transit-oriented development (TOD)—compact, mixed-use, and pedestrian-
friendly precincts around transit stations—is an increasingly popular strategy for
encouraging smart growth in both Australia and the United States.
New Jersey, and Western Australia have implemented policies and programs that
facilitate intra- and intergovernmental cooperation to promote TODs. This article
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