Other focal points for pedestrian improvements are historic districts and dense core areas. It shouldn't surprise anyone that pedestrians want places that are safe, comfortable, and convenient. Pedestrian-oriented improvements should meet these three needs. Safety is pretty obvious. Otherwise, all of the money and effort spent on pedestrian improvements may be wasted.
Comfort is also critical to the success of pedestrian improvements.
There need to be places for people to stop and rest, to find food and drink, and to get out of the rain. Comfort also means that the pedestrian environment needs to be visually attractive and well-maintained. Click lightning bolt icon at top left.