Anciaes, PR; (2021) Visual Impacts From Transport. In: Vickerman, R, (ed.) International Encyclopedia of Transportation. (pp. 285-291). Elsevier: Amsterdam, Netherlands.

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Abstract

The visual impacts of transport are the effects of the physical appearance of transport infrastructure and motorized vehicles. Elevated or large roads and railways, noise barriers, unattractive pedestrian infrastructure, and large vehicles, are often perceived negatively by pedestrians and local residents, possibly affecting travel behavior and use of public places, well-being, residential satisfaction, and the economic vitality and social cohesion of neighborhoods. Some visual aspects also have a negative impact on car drivers and passengers, contributing to stress. Visual impacts have been reduced by removing obtrusive elevated infrastructure or reconverting the space underneath. There is still little evidence on the full scope of visual impacts of transport and few methods to assess the value of interventions to reduce them, in part because visual aspects are subjective, limiting generalization of knowledge about them. Some visual aspects can even be perceived positively, including iconic infrastructure and roads with attractive views and high-quality and well-maintained landscaping.

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