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Like many jurisdictions throughout the United States, rural counties in Maryland are growing at an alarming rate. Between 1990 and 2000, the population of rural counties has increased by nearly 20 percent. In addition, Maryland is annually converting 25,000 acres of agricultural and forest lands for development. While development in rural jurisdictions continues to grow, many of these areas remain isolated from transportation services. According to the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), two-thirds of rural Americans - about 60 million people - are unserved by public transportation and live in remote counties that have either little or no service. Given the current pace of development and the seclusion faced by residents of rural areas, it is vital that land use decisions incorporate transit opportunities. This paper includes an examination of comprehensive master plans and development review processes in rural counties in Maryland, both of which can be used to coordinate transit and land use. The integration of transit in these areas is critical in preparing rural jurisdictions for future population growth while ensuring more balanced communities.

01157862

English

5p

2009

Bus & Paratransit Conference & International Bus Roadeo/Bus Rapid Transit Conference

CD-ROM

Figures (1) ; References (9)

Coordination; Forests; Land use planning; Public transit; Rural areas; Rural development; Urban sprawl

Maryland

Planning and Forecasting; Public Transportation; I72: Traffic and Transport Planning

TRIS, TRB

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