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Urban Design - Check List

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Checklist for Urban Design:

1. **Electricity:**

- Availability of power grid connections.

- Distribution network coverage.(single / triple )

- over head lines

- Backup power sources (e.g., generators).

- Consideration for renewable energy integration.(solar)

- government or private sector

2.**Gas connections.**

- private or public

3. **Sewage:**

- Sanitary sewer system design.( manholes and distance )

- Wastewater treatment facilities

- Stormwater drainage system. – capacity

- Proper sewage disposal and treatment methods.(collecting points ) – capacity

- open or closed

4. **Water Supply:**

- Potable water sources.

- Water distribution network.( time & place )

- Water treatment facilities.

- Water conservation measures.

- water tank capacity

- type of water ( RO / can )

5. **Rainwater:**

- Rainwater harvesting systems.

- Design considerations for stormwater management.


- Permeable surfaces to facilitate rainwater infiltration.

- Planning for flood-prone areas and drainage systems

- open or closed

6. **Transportation:**

- Road network design.

- Public transportation infrastructure (e.g., bus stops, train stations).

- Pedestrian and cyclist-friendly pathways.

- Integration of alternative transportation modes (e.g., bike lanes, electric scooters).

- rent area and frequency of available

7. **Religion (Graveyard):**

- Designated areas for religious facilities.

- cemeteries / graveyards / crematorium ( govt/private)

- Consideration of cultural and religious practices in design.

8. **Hospitality:**

- Accommodation facilities (hotels, hostels, etc.).

- Restaurants and eateries.

- Tourist information centers.

9. **Healthcare:**

- Hospitals, clinics, and medical facilities.

- Accessibility to healthcare services.

10. **Institution:**

- Educational institutions (schools, colleges, universities).

- Cultural centers.

11. **Government Buildings:**


- Administrative offices.

- Government offices

- Civic centers.

- Courthouses.

12. **Streetscapes:**

- Urban landscaping.

- Street furniture (benches, trash bins, etc.).

- Lighting design.(lamp post )

13. **Street Width:**

- Determining appropriate widths for different types of streets.

- Consideration for pedestrian, vehicle, and cyclist space.

14. **Roads Section:**

- Design standards for road construction.

- drainage width

- Lane configurations.

- Sidewalk design.

15. **street alignment**

- primary , secondary , tertiary

13. **Major Nodes:**

- Key intersections and junctions.

- Transportation hubs.

- Commercial centers.

14. **Minor Nodes:**

- Neighborhood centers.

- Community gathering spots.


- Local markets.

15. **Signages:**

- Directional signs.

- Informational signs.

- Regulatory signs.

16. **Solid Waste:**

- Collection points. (time )

- Recycling facilities.

- Waste management strategies.

- dump yard

17. **Public Infrastructure:**

- Parks and recreational areas.

- Public squares and plazas.

- Public art installations.

Each item on this checklist is crucial for comprehensive urban design, ensuring the development of
sustainable, functional, and livable urban environments.

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