The document is a draft scenario review for a regional prosperity plan in Southeast Florida. It describes four scenarios for the year 2060 that were created to analyze different approaches to regional growth, transportation, environmental protection, social issues, and economic development. The scenarios include: 1) Trend/Business as Usual, 2) Exurban Expansion, 3) Strategic Interventions, and 4) Next Gen Region. The Strategic Interventions scenario focuses on transit-oriented development around existing and planned rail lines and stations to accommodate future population growth through increased density and walkable communities near transit.

1. DRAFT SCENARIO REVIEW
May 16th DRAFT

3. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Preface
Purpose:
This draft report concerns the contract entitled, “Southeast Florida’s Regional Vision and Blueprint for Economic
Prosperity (Sustainable Communities Initiative) – Master Contract” approved by the South Florida Regional
Planning Council on November 7, 2011.
Introduction:
Four scenarios for the year 2060 were created:
key indicators.

4. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Table of Contents
3.5 Scenario Mapping
3.47 Existing Conditions
Analysis Maps

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Scenario Mapping

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Trend
“Business as Usual”
Scenarios: A Narrative of Trend “Business as Usual” and Plan 1 “Exurban Expansion”
The Southeast Florida Region continues on its current trend, with no major changes in regional growth, transportation, environmental, social,
and economic policies.
New development is pushed to the edges of metropolitan areas, causing widespread loss of farmland and environmentally sensitive lands,
especially in the northern counties. Development is mostly automobile-dependent, resulting in further strains on the suburban road networks
roadways and a growing population. Development pressures at the edges create renewed pressure for urban development boundaries in Miami-
Meanwhile, demographic changes demand more pedestrian-friendly urban environments, yet constrained supplies of walkable development
cause prices in these places to continue to rise, putting it out of reach of large portions of the population. Energy and transportation costs
also continue to rise putting a strain on household budgets, especially throughout the automobile-dependent suburban stretches of the
along transit corridors can barely keep up with demand from a growing population. Because of the limited amount of transit-served areas,
development at these locations often takes the form of high-rise condominium buildings without many middle densities to make the transition
Sea-level rise gradually affects more and more of the region, causing widespread flooding in low-lying areas. Although many areas are unable
in storm-water infrastructure to protect key areas from at least some of the effects of sea-level rise. Current everglades restoration projects

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Trend “Business as Usual”
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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Major Transit Oriented
Development Sites
Sites with heavy rail passenger stations
with long distance service (like All Aboard
Florida) or regional commuter lines (like
Tri-Rail) and corresponding walkable
urban development at densities which
support the transit investment.
Trend “Business as Usual” Key to the Atlas
Protected Lands
Agricultural Lands
2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ high tide)
Sites that face inundation with a 2’ sea
To avoid indundation adaptation
mechanisms (drainage, pumping, levee
systems, beach replenishment, etc.) may
be necessary.
Movement of Water in Everglades
Arrows show a simplification of water movement
within the Everglades System,
2’ Sea Level Rise
(Not tidally adjusted)
Sites that face inundation with a 2’ sea
indundation adaptation mechanisms
(drainage, pumping, levee systems, beach
replenishment, etc.) may be necessary.

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Walkable Areas and TOD Sites
The atlas shows a close-up of the preliminary scenario model created by
framework for the region that is multi-modal and walkable.
Magenta Areas on the Map
Magenta areas include Major Transit Oriented Development Sites, Minor
Transit Oriented Development Sites, and Walkable Corridors. Magenta areas
indicate improved walkability and bikeability in order to capitalize on the
investment made in transit and/or thoroughfare improvements. Walkable/
bikeable improvements include items such as greater sidewalk/bike route
connectivity, more continuous street tree shade canopy, and increased
crossing ease at intersections. Where needed, improvements should include
adjustments to land development regulations to permit and promote
pedestrian-friendly development including: buildings forming a well-shaped
public street space, doors and windows facing the street, minimization
of blank walls and back-of house service areas facing the street, and less
obtrusive parking generally placed to the rear and sides of buildings. These
areas may also warrant adjustments to land development regulations to permit
Magenta Around Major Transit Oriented Development Sites
Magenta to indicate improved walkability and bikeability is configured in
walkability and bikeability with: greatest focus on improvements within ¼
mile radius, intermediate focus on improvements within ½ mile radius, and
moderate focus on improvements within a 1-mile radius. The larger emphasis
on walkability around heavy rail transit stations is commensurate with the
increased capital investment in these transportation facilities.

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Indian River County
St. Lucie County
Martin County
Palm Beach County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Palm Beach County
Broward County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Miami-Dade County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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Plan 1
“Exurban Expansion”
Scenarios: A Narrative of Trend “Business as Usual” and Plan 1 “Exurban Expansion”
The Southeast Florida Region continues on its current trend, with no major changes in regional growth, transportation, environmental, social,
and economic policies.
New development is pushed to the edges of metropolitan areas, causing widespread loss of farmland and environmentally sensitive lands,
especially in the northern counties. Development is mostly automobile-dependent, resulting in further strains on the suburban road networks
roadways and a growing population. Development pressures at the edges create renewed pressure for urban development boundaries in Miami-
Meanwhile, demographic changes demand more pedestrian-friendly urban environments, yet constrained supplies of walkable development
cause prices in these places to continue to rise, putting it out of reach of large portions of the population. Energy and transportation costs
also continue to rise putting a strain on household budgets, especially throughout the automobile-dependent suburban stretches of the
along transit corridors can barely keep up with demand from a growing population. Because of the limited amount of transit-served areas,
development at these locations often takes the form of high-rise condominium buildings without many middle densities to make the transition
Sea-level rise gradually affects more and more of the region, causing widespread flooding in low-lying areas. Although many areas are unable
in storm-water infrastructure to protect key areas from at least some of the effects of sea-level rise. Current everglades restoration projects

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Plan 1 “Exurban Expansion”
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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Major Transit Oriented
Development Sites
Sites with heavy rail passenger stations
with long distance service (like All Aboard
Florida) or regional commuter lines (like
Tri-Rail) and corresponding walkable
urban development at densities which
support the transit investment.
Plan 1 “Exurban Expansion” Key to the Atlas
Protected Lands
Agricultural Lands
2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ high tide)
Sites that face inundation with a 2’ sea
To avoid indundation adaptation
mechanisms (drainage, pumping, levee
systems, beach replenishment, etc.) may
be necessary.
Movement of Water in Everglades
Arrows show a simplification of water movement
within the Everglades System,
2’ Sea Level Rise
(Not tidally adjusted)
Sites that face inundation with a 2’ sea
indundation adaptation mechanisms
(drainage, pumping, levee systems, beach
replenishment, etc.) may be necessary.

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Walkable Areas and TOD Sites
The atlas shows a close-up of the preliminary scenario model created by
framework for the region that is multi-modal and walkable.
Magenta Areas on the Map
Magenta areas include Major Transit Oriented Development Sites, Minor
Transit Oriented Development Sites, and Walkable Corridors. Magenta areas
indicate improved walkability and bikeability in order to capitalize on the
investment made in transit and/or thoroughfare improvements. Walkable/
bikeable improvements include items such as greater sidewalk/bike route
connectivity, more continuous street tree shade canopy, and increased
crossing ease at intersections. Where needed, improvements should include
adjustments to land development regulations to permit and promote
pedestrian-friendly development including: buildings forming a well-shaped
public street space, doors and windows facing the street, minimization
of blank walls and back-of house service areas facing the street, and less
obtrusive parking generally placed to the rear and sides of buildings. These
areas may also warrant adjustments to land development regulations to permit
Magenta Around Major Transit Oriented Development Sites
Magenta to indicate improved walkability and bikeability is configured in
walkability and bikeability with: greatest focus on improvements within ¼
mile radius, intermediate focus on improvements within ½ mile radius, and
moderate focus on improvements within a 1-mile radius. The larger emphasis
on walkability around heavy rail transit stations is commensurate with the
increased capital investment in these transportation facilities.

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Indian River County
St. Lucie County
Martin County
Palm Beach County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Palm Beach County
Broward County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Miami-Dade County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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Plan 2
“Strategic Interventions”
Scenarios: Transit Oriented Development as a Factor in Population Shifts in
Plan 2 “Strategic Interventions” and 3 “Next Gen Region”
only two ways to accommodate population growth in the seven-county region. One is to increase density through infill development and
opportunities for the latter are very limited going forward, especially in the southern counties. The different scenarios demonstrate different
ways of accommodating future growth by encouraging infill development within walkable areas.
of these investments are already starting to take place along Miami’s Metrorail line, and can be seen in places like South Miami, Brickell and
Downtown Kendall. A great deal of future growth can take place within already established growth areas such as these. With enough investment
and retrofit of streets into comfortable public spaces, all these areas have the potential to mature into lively urban neighborhoods.
planned FEC passenger rail stations. These are the first priority areas for investment in walkability. The FEC rail line originally developed by
Henry Flagler, historically carried passenger traffic along the Florida coast, creating many of Florida’s original historic settlements. Reviving
passenger rail service along this line thus restores connections to these historic communities that were severed decades ago when passenger
service was discontinued. Investments in walkability in these areas involve reinvestment and infill development, as can already be observed in
places like Delray Beach and West Palm Beach.
comprehensive approach increases the amount of area devoted to walkable, transit-oriented development. Wider investment allows for middle-
range densities that are currently missing in the South Florida real-estate markets. Middle densities include a diversity of housing types such as
creating large concentrations of any one type of housing. A diversity of housing also allows a variety of people in different stages of their lives
to live harmoniously together, generating a more stable, active community.
region’s premier bus-rapid transit service. Nodes of investment in walkable development should be created along every major stop along
this line. As these areas mature further investments in transit can be made, prioritizing station areas for walkable development. Scenario 1
and Broward Counties. Brining a consistent level of transit to these areas, combined with the systematic redesign of streets to encourage
surrounding neighborhoods.
development. Through a serious commitment to transit, these corridors can connect to the regional economic and transportation centers.
Through careful investment and redevelopment, a series of walkable, livable neighborhoods can emerge, creating important corridors of
economic prosperity in the region.
of growing importance as cities mature. In recent years health problems such as obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure, and the maladies
associated with social alienation have become a normal response to a built-environment that does not allow walking or facilitate human
interaction. Encouraging walkability helps create healthy life styles. Building complete places that enable neighbors to know each other will
help create and retain close-knit communities.
The young and the elderly, especially, have been left behind by urban forms that necessitate driving long distances. A wide investment in
walkable places brings more of the activities of daily living within walking distance and a framework of transportation alternatives including
distance; buildings fronting streets; narrow streets; streets with managed speeds; sidewalks; and on-street parking.
Vehicular speed plays a critical role in the walkability of an area due to its relationship with pedestrian fatalities. In a crash with a vehicle
transit that links together walkable areas to create a healthy region in which one can move around without needing a car.

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Plan 2 “Strategic Interventions”
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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Major Transit Oriented
Development Sites
Sites with heavy rail passenger stations
with long distance service (like All Aboard
Florida) or regional commuter lines (like
Tri-Rail) and corresponding walkable
urban development at densities which
support the transit investment.
Minor Transit Oriented
Development Sites
Sites with urban circulators like streetcars,
electric trolleys, and Bus Rapid Transit
and corresponding walkable urban
development at densities which support
the transit investment.
Walkable Corridors
Corridors for retrofit for greater
walkability: sidewalks, street trees, cycle
facilities, and urban format buildings.
Plan 2 “Strategic Interventions” Key to the Atlas
Protected Lands
Agricultural Lands
2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ high tide)
Sites that face inundation with a 2’ sea
To avoid indundation adaptation
mechanisms (drainage, pumping, levee
systems, beach replenishment, etc.) may
be necessary.
Movement of Water in Everglades
Arrows show a simplification of water movement
within the Everglades System,
2’ Sea Level Rise
(Not tidally adjusted)
Sites that face inundation with a 2’ sea
indundation adaptation mechanisms
(drainage, pumping, levee systems, beach
replenishment, etc.) may be necessary.

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Walkable Areas and TOD Sites
The atlas shows a close-up of the preliminary scenario model created by
framework for the region that is multi-modal and walkable.
Magenta Areas on the Map
Magenta areas include Major Transit Oriented Development Sites, Minor
Transit Oriented Development Sites, and Walkable Corridors. Magenta areas
indicate improved walkability and bikeability in order to capitalize on the
investment made in transit and/or thoroughfare improvements. Walkable/
bikeable improvements include items such as greater sidewalk/bike route
connectivity, more continuous street tree shade canopy, and increased
crossing ease at intersections. Where needed, improvements should include
adjustments to land development regulations to permit and promote
pedestrian-friendly development including: buildings forming a well-shaped
public street space, doors and windows facing the street, minimization
of blank walls and back-of house service areas facing the street, and less
obtrusive parking generally placed to the rear and sides of buildings. These
areas may also warrant adjustments to land development regulations to permit
Magenta Around Major Transit Oriented Development Sites
Magenta to indicate improved walkability and bikeability is configured in
walkability and bikeability with: greatest focus on improvements within ¼
mile radius, intermediate focus on improvements within ½ mile radius, and
moderate focus on improvements within a 1-mile radius. The larger emphasis
on walkability around heavy rail transit stations is commensurate with the
increased capital investment in these transportation facilities.
Minor Transit Oriented Development Sites
Magenta to indicate improved walkability and bikeability is configured in
2-tiered circles around urban circulators such as streetcar/bus rapid transit
stations to indicate the improved walkability and bikeability with: greatest
focus on improvements within ¼ mile radius, and moderate focus on
improvements within a ½ mile radius.
Along Primary North-South and East-West Thoroughfares
Magenta to indicate improved walkability and bikeability is configured in a
side. Many of these corridors are currently served with conventional bus
transit and therefore could potentially be good candidate locations for an
will help to absorb development pressure over time in a logical pattern
and will thereby help to preserve the character of the primarily residential
neighborhoods bounded by the corridors while also providing services within
walkable and bikeable distance of these neighborhoods.

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Indian River County
St. Lucie County
Martin County
Palm Beach County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Palm Beach County
Broward County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Miami-Dade County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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Plan 3
“Next Gen Region”
Scenarios: Transit Oriented Development as a Factor in Population Shifts in
Plan 2 “Strategic Interventions” and 3 “Next Gen Region”
only two ways to accommodate population growth in the seven-county region. One is to increase density through infill development and
opportunities for the latter are very limited going forward, especially in the southern counties. The different scenarios demonstrate different
ways of accommodating future growth by encouraging infill development within walkable areas.
of these investments are already starting to take place along Miami’s Metrorail line, and can be seen in places like South Miami, Brickell and
Downtown Kendall. A great deal of future growth can take place within already established growth areas such as these. With enough investment
and retrofit of streets into comfortable public spaces, all these areas have the potential to mature into lively urban neighborhoods.
planned FEC passenger rail stations. These are the first priority areas for investment in walkability. The FEC rail line originally developed by
Henry Flagler, historically carried passenger traffic along the Florida coast, creating many of Florida’s original historic settlements. Reviving
passenger rail service along this line thus restores connections to these historic communities that were severed decades ago when passenger
service was discontinued. Investments in walkability in these areas involve reinvestment and infill development, as can already be observed in
places like Delray Beach and West Palm Beach.
comprehensive approach increases the amount of area devoted to walkable, transit-oriented development. Wider investment allows for middle-
range densities that are currently missing in the South Florida real-estate markets. Middle densities include a diversity of housing types such as
creating large concentrations of any one type of housing. A diversity of housing also allows a variety of people in different stages of their lives
to live harmoniously together, generating a more stable, active community.
region’s premier bus-rapid transit service. Nodes of investment in walkable development should be created along every major stop along
this line. As these areas mature further investments in transit can be made, prioritizing station areas for walkable development. Scenario 1
and Broward Counties. Brining a consistent level of transit to these areas, combined with the systematic redesign of streets to encourage
surrounding neighborhoods.
development. Through a serious commitment to transit, these corridors can connect to the regional economic and transportation centers.
Through careful investment and redevelopment, a series of walkable, livable neighborhoods can emerge, creating important corridors of
economic prosperity in the region.
of growing importance as cities mature. In recent years health problems such as obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure, and the maladies
associated with social alienation have become a normal response to a built-environment that does not allow walking or facilitate human
interaction. Encouraging walkability helps create healthy life styles. Building complete places that enable neighbors to know each other will
help create and retain close-knit communities.
The young and the elderly, especially, have been left behind by urban forms that necessitate driving long distances. A wide investment in
walkable places brings more of the activities of daily living within walking distance and a framework of transportation alternatives including
distance; buildings fronting streets; narrow streets; streets with managed speeds; sidewalks; and on-street parking.
Vehicular speed plays a critical role in the walkability of an area due to its relationship with pedestrian fatalities. In a crash with a vehicle
transit that links together walkable areas to create a healthy region in which one can move around without needing a car.

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Plan 3 “Next Gen Region”
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

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Major Transit Oriented
Development Sites
Sites with heavy rail passenger stations
with long distance service (like All Aboard
Florida) or regional commuter lines (like
Tri-Rail) and corresponding walkable
urban development at densities which
support the transit investment.
Minor Transit Oriented
Development Sites
Sites with urban circulators like streetcars,
electric trolleys, and Bus Rapid Transit
and corresponding walkable urban
development at densities which support
the transit investment.
Walkable Corridors
Corridors for retrofit for greater
walkability: sidewalks, street trees, cycle
facilities, and urban format buildings.
Plan 3 “Next Gen Region” Key to the Atlas
Protected Lands
Agricultural Lands
2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ high tide)
Sites that face inundation with a 2’ sea
To avoid indundation adaptation
mechanisms (drainage, pumping, levee
systems, beach replenishment, etc.) may
be necessary.
Movement of Water in Everglades
Arrows show a simplification of water movement
within the Everglades System,
2’ Sea Level Rise
(Not tidally adjusted)
Sites that face inundation with a 2’ sea
indundation adaptation mechanisms
(drainage, pumping, levee systems, beach
replenishment, etc.) may be necessary.

40. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Walkable Areas and TOD Sites
The atlas shows a close-up of the preliminary scenario model created by
framework for the region that is multi-modal and walkable.
Magenta Areas on the Map
Magenta areas include Major Transit Oriented Development Sites, Minor
Transit Oriented Development Sites, and Walkable Corridors. Magenta areas
indicate improved walkability and bikeability in order to capitalize on the
investment made in transit and/or thoroughfare improvements. Walkable/
bikeable improvements include items such as greater sidewalk/bike route
connectivity, more continuous street tree shade canopy, and increased
crossing ease at intersections. Where needed, improvements should include
adjustments to land development regulations to permit and promote
pedestrian-friendly development including: buildings forming a well-shaped
public street space, doors and windows facing the street, minimization
of blank walls and back-of house service areas facing the street, and less
obtrusive parking generally placed to the rear and sides of buildings. These
areas may also warrant adjustments to land development regulations to permit
Magenta Around Major Transit Oriented Development Sites
Magenta to indicate improved walkability and bikeability is configured in
walkability and bikeability with: greatest focus on improvements within ¼
mile radius, intermediate focus on improvements within ½ mile radius, and
moderate focus on improvements within a 1-mile radius. The larger emphasis
on walkability around heavy rail transit stations is commensurate with the
increased capital investment in these transportation facilities.
Minor Transit Oriented Development Sites
Magenta to indicate improved walkability and bikeability is configured in
2-tiered circles around urban circulators such as streetcar/bus rapid transit
stations to indicate the improved walkability and bikeability with: greatest
focus on improvements within ¼ mile radius, and moderate focus on
improvements within a ½ mile radius.
Along Primary North-South and East-West Thoroughfares
Magenta to indicate improved walkability and bikeability is configured in a
side. Many of these corridors are currently served with conventional bus
transit and therefore could potentially be good candidate locations for an
will help to absorb development pressure over time in a logical pattern
and will thereby help to preserve the character of the primarily residential
neighborhoods bounded by the corridors while also providing services within
walkable and bikeable distance of these neighborhoods.

41. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Indian River County
St. Lucie County
Martin County
Palm Beach County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

42. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Palm Beach County
Broward County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

43. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Miami-Dade County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

44. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

45. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Highway
Major Arterial
Rail
Transit Stop
Walkable Areas
Urbanized Area
Preserved Natural Areas
Parks
Farmland
Restored Everglades Flow
Airport or Port
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

46. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan

47. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Existing Conditions
Analysis Maps

48. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan

49. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Intersection Density Map

50. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Intersection Density Map
Intersections
The color represents different
levels of intersection densities
based on the intersection
numbers.
1/4 Mile Grid
grid.
NUMBERS OF INTERSECTIONS
0-5
6-10
11-25
26-35
36-50
51-100

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NUMBERS OF INTERSECTIONS
0-5
6-10
11-25
26-35
36-50
51-100
Indian River County
St. Lucie County
Martin County
Palm Beach County

52. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Palm Beach County
Broward County
NUMBERS OF INTERSECTIONS
0-5
6-10
11-25
26-35
36-50
51-100

53. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Miami-Dade County
NUMBERS OF INTERSECTIONS
0-5
6-10
11-25
26-35
36-50
51-100

54. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
NUMBERS OF INTERSECTIONS
0-5
6-10
11-25
26-35
36-50
51-100

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18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
NUMBERS OF INTERSECTIONS
0
1
2-5
6-15
15-25
25-30

56. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan

57. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Existing Walkability Map

58. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Existing Walkability Map
Walkability
The color represents different
levels of walkabilities.
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

59. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Indian River County
St. Lucie County
Martin County
Palm Beach County
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

60. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Palm Beach County
Broward County
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

61. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Miami-Dade County
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

62. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

63. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

64. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan

65. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Plan 2
“Strategic Interventions”
Walkability Map

66. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Plan 2 “Strategic Interventions” Walkability Map
Walkability
The color represents different
levels of walkabilities.
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

67. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Indian River County
St. Lucie County
Martin County
Palm Beach County
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

68. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Palm Beach County
Broward County
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

69. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Miami-Dade County
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

70. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

71. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

72. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan

73. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Plan 3
“Next Gen Region”
Walkability Map

74. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Plan 3 “Next Gen Region” Walkability Map
Walkability
The color represents different
levels of walkabilities.
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

75. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Indian River County
St. Lucie County
Martin County
Palm Beach County
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

76. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Palm Beach County
Broward County
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

77. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Miami-Dade County
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

78. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

79. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
WALKABILITY LEVEL
Car-Dependent
Rarely Walkable
Walkable
Walkers’ Paradise

80. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan

81. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Land Use Map

82. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Existing Land Use
LEGEND
Residential - Single Family
Institutional/Public
Vacant
Industrial
Commercial
Mixed Use
Residential - Multi-Family
Agriculture
Recreation Facilities
Parks/Open Space
Water/Wetlands

83. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Indian River County
St. Lucie County
Martin County
Palm Beach County
LEGEND
Residential - Single Family
Institutional/Public
Vacant
Industrial
Commercial
Mixed Use
Residential - Multi-Family
Agriculture
Recreation Facilities
Parks/Open Space
Water/Wetlands

84. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Palm Beach County
Broward County
LEGEND
Residential - Single Family
Institutional/Public
Vacant
Industrial
Commercial
Mixed Use
Residential - Multi-Family
Agriculture
Recreation Facilities
Parks/Open Space
Water/Wetlands

85. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Miami-Dade County
LEGEND
Residential - Single Family
Institutional/Public
Vacant
Industrial
Commercial
Mixed Use
Residential - Multi-Family
Agriculture
Recreation Facilities
Parks/Open Space
Water/Wetlands

86. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Residential - Single Family
Institutional/Public
Vacant
Industrial
Commercial
Mixed Use
Residential - Multi-Family
Agriculture
Recreation Facilities
Parks/Open Space
Water/Wetlands

87. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Residential - Single Family
Institutional/Public
Vacant
Industrial
Commercial
Mixed Use
Residential - Multi-Family
Agriculture
Recreation Facilities
Parks/Open Space
Water/Wetlands

88. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan

89. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Agriculture Lands Map

90. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Agriculture Lands
LEGEND
Agriculture Land

91. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Indian River County
St. Lucie County
Martin County
Palm Beach CountyLEGEND
Agriculture Land

92. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Palm Beach County
Broward County
LEGEND
Agriculture Land

93. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Miami-Dade County
LEGEND
Agriculture Land

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18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Agriculture Land

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18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Agriculture Land

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97. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Natural and Recreational
Resources Map

98. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
LEGEND
Parks
Golf Courses
Water
Wetland or Marsh
Trails (Paddle Trails, Bike Trails, Hiking Trails,
etc.)
Natural and Recreational Resources

99. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Indian River County
St. Lucie County
Martin County
Palm Beach County
LEGEND
Parks
Golf Courses
Water
Wetland or Marsh
Trails (Paddle Trails, Bike Trails, Hiking Trails,
etc.)

100. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Palm Beach County
Broward County
LEGEND
Parks
Golf Courses
Water
Wetland or Marsh
Trails (Paddle Trails, Bike Trails, Hiking Trails,
etc.)

101. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Miami-Dade County
LEGEND
Parks
Golf Courses
Water
Wetland or Marsh
Trails (Paddle Trails, Bike Trails, Hiking Trails,
etc.)

102. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Parks
Golf Courses
Water
Wetland or Marsh
Trails (Paddle Trails, Bike Trails, Hiking Trails,
etc.)

103. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Parks
Golf Courses
Water
Wetland or Marsh
Trails (Paddle Trails, Bike Trails, Hiking Trails,
etc.)

104. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan

105. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Areas Threatened by
2’ Sea Level Rise Map

106. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
LEGEND
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

107. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Indian River County
St. Lucie County
Martin County
Palm Beach County
LEGEND
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

108. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Palm Beach County
Broward County
LEGEND
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

109. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Miami-Dade County
LEGEND
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

110. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

111. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
Areas Threatened by 2’ Sea Level Rise
(Assuming 3’ High Tide)

112. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan

113. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Transit Network Map

114. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
Transit Network Map
LEGEND
Airports
Aviation Facilities
Rail
Transit Stop
Bus Routes

115. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Indian River County
St. Lucie County
Martin County
Palm Beach County
LEGEND
Airports
Aviation Facilities
Rail
Transit Stop
Bus Routes

116. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Palm Beach County
Broward County
LEGEND
Airports
Aviation Facilities
Rail
Transit Stop
Bus Routes

117. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Miami-Dade County
LEGEND
Airports
Aviation Facilities
Rail
Transit Stop
Bus Routes

118. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Airports
Aviation Facilities
Rail
Transit Stop
Bus Routes

119. Seven50: Se Florida ProSPerity Plan
18,000’ 36,000’ 54,000’ 72,000’0
Monroe County
LEGEND
Airports
Aviation Facilities
Rail
Transit Stop
Bus Routes