Traditional Neighborhood Design

Traditional Neighborhood Design (TND) projects are pedestrian-oriented developments that typically include neighborhood centers and parks, and a mix of uses. Building a traditional walkable neighborhood under most standard zoning codes typically requires an excessive number of zoning variances. Communities may institute a Traditional Neighborhood Design ordinance to foster the development of comprehensively planned, pedestrian-oriented neighborhoods. A TND ordinance might call for neighborhood centers to include commercial and retail establishments, restaurants and offices, residences, and a neighborhood square.

There any many model code packages that promote TND that are available for adaptation. Some of the packages are available for a fee from private planning firms, and others can be modeled on those adopted by municipal boards.