Walking Life
January 12, 2010
Here’s an interesting and environmentally sound way to rate U.S. cities: by their “walkability.” “Walkability,” according to the impressively detailed site Walk Score(which will calculate a 1-100 score for any address),
Here’s an interesting and environmentally sound way to rate U.S. cities: by their “walkability.” “Walkability,” according to the impressively detailed site Walk Score(which will calculate a 1-100 score for any address), has to do with how car-dependant a place is, factoring in its proximity to local businesses (grocery, hardware stores) schools and workplaces; its allowance for public spaces and parks; and whether there is nearby housing for mixed incomes.
To visit the Walk Score website or read more.
