Shared
spaces
prioritize
the
safety
and
comfort
of
vulnerable
road
users
by
segregating
them
from
motorized
vehicles.
However,
diverse
speed
regimes
pedestrians
cyclists
can
lead
to
encounters
that
may
result
in
their
discomfort.
In
addition,
very
perception
discomfort
vary
across
individuals
depending
on
demographics,
therefore
determinants
effects
not
be
fixed
all
individuals.
Despite
these
complexities,
there
is
limited
research
understanding
heterogeneous
interactions
between
other
shared
spaces.
To
address
this
gap,
we
conducted
a
survey
experiment
594
Sweden,
primarily
seeking
insight
into
experienced
during
overtaking
‘meeting’
events
with
users.
We
then
used
collected
data
develop
random
effect
latent
class
ordered
probit
model
scrutinize
cycling
passing
meeting
scenarios.
The
specification
employed
account
for
unobserved
heterogeneity
data.
Findings
reveal
female
generally
perceive
less
compared
male
counterparts
both
Passing
have
more
negative
impact
older
adults,
leading
younger
cyclists.
also
found
previous
experience
increases
facilities,
particularly
adults.
These
results
highlight
intricate
nature
perceived
interactions,
concerning
demographic
characteristics,
contributing
promotion
user
diversity
Journal of Regional and City Planning,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
35(1)
Published: March 25, 2024
Transport
equity
is
an
essential
characteristic
of
a
just
city
and
concept
related
to
social
inclusion.
This
study
examined
how
different
street
classification
scenarios
will
affect
active
transportation
equity.
Four
with
planning
rationales
were
developed
that
reformulate
the
in
municipality
within
metropolitan
area,
i.e.,
Kallithea
Athens,
Greece.
These
give
rise
new
categories
reallocate
space
favoring
transport
users.
The
evaluation
was
carried
out
by
utilizing
spatial
analysis
welfare
economics
through
lens
egalitarian
sufficientarian
approaches.
Based
on
results,
propose
urban
centers
as
well
readable
traffic
calming
zones
determined
ring
roads
seem
be
more
efficient
accommodating
vulnerable
users
equitable
way.
Hence,
schemes
should
rely
modes,
leaving
automobiles
behind.
In
general,
measuring
impact
critical
for
improving
quality
life
cities.
Additionally,
it
noteworthy
knowledge
policy
makers,
planners,
local
administrators.
Finally,
this
research
may
inspire
studies,
enriching
scientific
debate.
Shared
spaces
prioritize
the
safety
and
comfort
of
vulnerable
road
users
by
segregating
them
from
motorized
vehicles.
However,
diverse
speed
regimes
pedestrians
cyclists
can
lead
to
encounters
that
may
result
in
their
discomfort.
In
addition,
very
perception
discomfort
vary
across
individuals
depending
on
demographics,
therefore
determinants
effects
not
be
fixed
all
individuals.
Despite
these
complexities,
there
is
limited
research
understanding
heterogeneous
interactions
between
other
shared
spaces.
To
address
this
gap,
we
conducted
a
survey
experiment
594
Sweden,
primarily
seeking
insight
into
experienced
during
overtaking
‘meeting’
events
with
users.
We
then
used
collected
data
develop
random
effect
latent
class
ordered
probit
model
scrutinize
cycling
passing
meeting
scenarios.
The
specification
employed
account
for
unobserved
heterogeneity
data.
Findings
reveal
female
generally
perceive
less
compared
male
counterparts
both
Passing
have
more
negative
impact
older
adults,
leading
younger
cyclists.
also
found
previous
experience
increases
facilities,
particularly
adults.
These
results
highlight
intricate
nature
perceived
interactions,
concerning
demographic
characteristics,
contributing
promotion
user
diversity