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Let’s Talk About Lane Width

Cathy Tuttle (Guest Contributor) and Seattle Neighborhood Greenways -
Lane width helps to control speed on urban streets. People driving tend to slow when streets are narrow. Urban Streets The National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) recommends a default of 10-foot lanes. “Lane widths of 10 feet are appropriate in urban areas and have a positive impact on a street’s safety without...
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