Moab is getting safer for walkers! New, slower speed limits are being put in place, and studies show this means fewer serious injuries for people on foot. It's a win for pedestrian safety.
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This could save property owners significant construction costs if they are granted an exception.
Property owners who face difficult or expensive site conditions for sidewalk installation.
Pedestrians who might lose out on continuous sidewalk connectivity in certain areas.
The council amended the city code regarding sidewalk construction, shifting some approval authority for exceptions from the council to the City Manager.
The city is looking at ways to stop forcing property owners to build sidewalks on streets where they don't fit or aren't needed yet, which helps avoid 'patchwork' construction.
The city is deciding if it should allow exceptions to the rules that require developers to build sidewalks and curbs. This could change the walkability of new developments or help developers save money on difficult projects.
The city is looking at ways to let property owners skip building sidewalks in certain cases. This could save homeowners money but might change how walkable our neighborhoods are.
Salt Lake City and Moab’s slower speed limits are proving safer for pedestrians KUER