Urbanisation Limmattalbahn

Urbanisation Limmattalbahn
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Urbanisation Limmattalbahn
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Urbanisation Limmattalbahn
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The Limmattalbahn is the most important transport and infrastructure project in the western agglomeration of Zurich. In sections 2 and 3, the Limmattalbahn runs through the existing urban fabric of Schlieren. Major urban restructuring and densification projects are planned along the route. The area is undergoing significant transformation and is considered one of the most dynamic urban regions in Switzerland.

Urbanisation Limmattalbahn
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Urbanisation Limmattalbahn

In addition to existing design plans and current building and zoning regulations, an urban development concept was developed for the stops Kesslerplatz, Geissweid, Wagonsfabrik, and Gasometerbrücke. The stops were adapted to the specific situations of old and new urban structures and coordinated between transport and urban development to optimize synergies. Public space is intended to support the identity of the railway and enhance orientation in a changing environment. When designing and organizing the stops, it is important to take into account the future and desired spatial situation.

Urbanisation Limmattalbahn
Main themes:
New tram line in the urban area, tram as the backbone of the city region, reurbanization of a main access road, synergies between transport and settlement, location of stops, definition of alignment and design of cross-sections, radial urban development, transit-oriented development, segmentation and development of integrated cross-sections (coordination of building types, land uses, street space, traffic regime), design and organization of stop environments, definition of mandatory building lines as an integrated planning tool for urban and transport development
Categorisation:
Tram and subway, Transformation and densification, Suburb, Main road and junction, Operational and design concept
Project title:

Urban Design and Planning Support for Limmattalbahn Sections 2 and 3 (2011–2014)

Team:
  • Basler & Hofmann AG (project lead; transport planning, civil engineering, road and rail construction)
  • SNZ Ingenieure und Planer AG (traffic engineering)
  • ASP Landschaftsarchitekten AG (landscape architecture, design)
  • Atelier CORSO LLC (urban planning, spatial development)
Client:
  • Canton of Zurich (Zürcher Verkehrsverbund ZVV)
  • Canton of Aargau (Department of Construction, Transport and Environment BVU)
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