Preserving bike lanes while…

Preserving bike lanes while removing street parking can significantly improve urban traffic flow and safety. Research shows that bike lanes do not increase congestion; instead, they often reduce it by encouraging cycling and decreasing car dependency[1][5]. Cities like Paris and New York have successfully implemented bike lanes, resulting in increased cycling rates and reduced car usage[1][5]. Removing street parking can create more space for bike lanes, enhancing road efficiency and safety for cyclists and pedestrians. This approach aligns with modern urban planning principles that prioritize sustainable and safe transportation options[4][5].

Citations:
[1] Do bike lanes really cause more traffic congestion? Here's what the research says https://www.cbc.ca/news/science/bike-lanes-impacts-1.7358319
[2] Do Safe Bike Lanes Really Slow Down Cars? A Simulation-Based Approach to Investigate the Effect of Retrofitting Safe Cycling Lanes on Vehicular Traffic https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8997564/
[3] City Layout Tips: Using Road Hierarchy for Traffic-Efficient Cities https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hsaOYqztdEg
[4] 6 Road Design Changes That Can Save Lives https://www.wri.org/insights/6-road-design-changes-can-save-lives
[5] How do bike lanes decrease traffic? https://thekidshouldseethis.com/post/how-do-bike-lanes-decrease-traffic
[6] “Do Bike Lanes Reduce Congestion” Is the Wrong Question https://www.strongtowns.org/journal/2024/10/3/do-bike-lanes-reduce-cong…
[7] Urban Street Design Guide https://nacto.org/publication/urban-street-design-guide/
[8] Do bike lanes really cause more traffic congestion? Here's what the research says https://www.reddit.com/r/urbanplanning/comments/1g9qcq7/do_bike_lanes_r…