Current planning status by Municipality Planning Office
The planning office aimed at enhancing urban transportation hubs and integrating the area into the new town plans. This strategy focuses on reinforcing the urban structure and improving connectivity through efficient transportation areas.The Lade area is divided into Zone 1 and Zone 2, both requiring significant urban development.
The Main Challenges of Lade Area
Environmental Concerns: Addressing waste-filled areas in Ladalen (1937-1964), which need sealing. Continuous gas production poses risks of pollution and land instability. Ensuring safe land use is imperative, requiring ongoing surveys and potential waste removal for future residential development.
Traffic and Noise: Managing traffic flow, reducing noise, and improving bus service efficiency.
Pedestrian and Cyclist Prioritization: Ensuring walking and biking are prioritized within urban spaces.
Human-Scale Transformation: Adapting the “airport” scale infrastructure to human-scale streets.
Miljøpakken program in Trondheim
Miljøpakken is the Sustainable Transportation Initiatives in Trondheim with a aim of Zero Car Use Strategy. As a result Trondheim is pioneering efforts to reduce car dependency with impressive results since 2010 such as:
- Adding Bus Lanes: Dedicated bus lanes have been established to improve public transport efficiency.
- Reduced Car Use: Car use has decreased by 16%.
- Incresing the Cycling: A 50% increase in cycling activity, making Trondheim one of the best cities for cycling in Norway.
- Walking Increase: A 40% rise in walking, enhancing pedestrian mobility.
The key measures to improve the Miljøpakken
- Two-Way Measures: Implementation of travel surveys and toll stations to monitor and control car usage.
- Corporate Partnerships: Agreements with companies to reduce car usage, including incentives like paid parking, e-bike provisions, and bus fare discounts.
- Parking and Toll Adjustments: Strategic relocation of parking and toll stations to discourage car use.
Some sucessful cases:
Bakklandet: Targeted efforts to transform this area into a pedestrian and cyclist-friendly zone.
Torget (City Center): Focus on reducing car-based transport and promoting alternative modes.
Trøndelag County Role in H7
The county is the onwer of the H7 Street. Until 2019, there has been no bus service in the H7 area. The plan of county for H7 such as Sustainable Transportation: Emphasis on enhancing walking, biking, and bus options for better mobility. Pre-study Initiatives: Evaluating traffic flow and exploring various alternatives for optimal traffic management.Feasibility Study: A comprehensive study on potential solutions, to be completed by 2025. The development strategy aims to revitalize street life, creating vibrant and active urban spaces through improved transportation infrastructure.
Site Analysis by City Architect Office
H7 history: The Lade began as a summer house with no significant structures in 1879. Between 1918 and 1937, small factories emerged, and during WWII, the site was used as an airport. The 1960s marked a major development phase with a new zoning plan for industrial use in 1962, and the airport closed in 1965. A tram briefly served the area. From 2007 to 2015, the area experienced rapid development, followed by several housing development projects along the street.
The population has grown by 145%, with 9,000 new residents. Heritage sites include minor landscaping as national markers, and some buildings have been repurposed as offices. The land was previously used for farming and had a stream, now covered by landfill.
Site analysis: Existing green areas are present, but there is no green corridor for biodiversity. The urban fabric is characterized by three lines that isolate places, lacking connections. Housing comprises various types, some too close to the street. There are some commercial areas, and ownership is predominantly private near the street.
H7 Street, 1.2 km long, incorporates the 10-minute city concept with four different types of streets, including bike and back streets. The area has six bike lanes and one transport hub. However, car dependency is high, with large car parking areas (6,000 m²) for about 1,000 cars, deemed excessive. The street and building layout features large distances between buildings, which are not human-scaled. Potential interventions include addressing gaps between buildings to improve connectivity and urban cohesion.
H7 Area Survey Summary
The survey of the H7 area received 278 responses. The majority of respondents were middle-aged, with a significant number of young residents. One-third of the participants have lived in the area for more than six years, and most households consist of couples and families with children. The primary reason for visiting H7 is shopping.
Participants reported several issues related to traffic and mobility. Walking in the area is hindered by noise, dust, long distances, and a generally boring experience. Cycling faces similar issues, though slightly less pronounced, with some positive feedback. Few people stand or sit in H7, except to wait for the green light or a bus. Regarding crossing, 50% find it acceptable, 38% feel uncomfortable, and 13% feel unsafe, particularly at the roundabout by Lade Arena, which is not child-friendly.
In terms of places and buildings, the sports field and park are popular, whereas the streets are generally disliked. No one expressed liking for the buildings in H7, citing a lack of greenery and suitability for walking. Opinions on parking lots are mixed; 42% are fine with them, while 20% believe they should be repurposed, with families with children particularly wanting changes. Suggested improvements for the H7 area include lowering car speeds, creating more seating areas with roofs, and increasing green spaces.
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