Prioritizing strategic policies for transportation-oriented development in cities (Tabriz metropolis case study)

Subject Areas : Geography

Sadeg Rezapour ¹ , Nader Zali ^{2 *} , Bakhtyar Ezatpanah ³

1 - Department of Geography and Urban planning, Maran.,C. Islamic azad university, Marand, Iran
2 - Department of Urban Planning, Faculty of Art & Architecture, University of Guilan, Rasht, Iran
3 - Department of Geography and Urban Planning, Maran.,C. Islamic Azad University, Marand, Iran

Received: 2025-05-06 Accepted : 2025-06-29 Published : 2025-07-23

Keywords: Transportation-oriented development, public transportation, urban sustainability, Tabriz metropolis, culture building,

Abstract :

Transportation and traffic are one of the important issues of large cities. Deficiencies and inadequacies in urban transportation systems are considered one of the obstacles to the growth and development of any country. Transit-oriented development (TOD) is considered an effective strategy for solving transportation problems in metropolitan cities. This research aimed to investigate the challenges of urban transportation in Tabriz and provide strategic policies for implementing TOD. The research method was descriptive-survey and analytical, and data were collected through a researcher-made questionnaire from 100 experts in related fields in Tabriz. The findings indicate the inefficiency of Tabriz's public transportation system, dependence on private cars, and lack of pedestrian infrastructure. Infrastructure limitations, cultural resistance, and lack of coordination between institutions are the main obstacles. The analysis showed that developing public transportation infrastructure, promoting active transportation methods, and using new technologies are key priorities. This research suggests that by reviewing urban planning laws, attracting private sector participation, and building culture, TOD can be implemented in Tabriz to improve quality of life, environmental sustainability, and economic efficiency.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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