1950 Comprehensive Plan

1950 Comprehensive Plan

Comprehensive Plan

The "Comprehensive City Planning" document for Greenville, South Carolina, addresses key aspects of urban infrastructure, including major streets, parking, transit, railroads, parks, schools, and public buildings.

The plan emphasizes the need for a well-organized street system to manage increasing traffic, particularly with the rise in automobile usage. It highlights that many existing streets were developed without foresight, causing congestion and inefficiencies. The report stresses the importance of widening major thoroughfares and creating new routes to alleviate traffic in the central business district. It recommends radial streets (connecting outlying areas to the city center), cross-town streets (linking neighborhoods), and by-pass routes to divert through-traffic away from the city center.

Additionally, the plan focuses on improving parking, particularly off-street parking, and financing strategies for these projects. It proposes transit improvements, including enhancing existing facilities and developing a long-term transit plan. For railroads, the plan suggests eliminating grade crossings and upgrading key lines. Finally, the document outlines the creation of a comprehensive park and school system to accommodate Greenville’s growing population and maintain high living standards. The long-term plan is designed for phased execution over 25 to 30 years, balancing infrastructure needs with available funding. (Summarized by ChatGPT)

Harlan Bartholomew

1950