12. Urban Retrofitting for Accessibility

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does GIS stand for?

   Hint

   Think about mapping tools.

2. 2.

   Name one cost-effective retrofitting measure.

   Hint

   Consider temporary solutions.

3. 3.

   What is the primary purpose of retrofitting?

   • To create new infrastructure
   • To improve existing accessibility
   • To reduce costs

   Hint

   Consider whether we're building new or improving what is there.

4. 4.

   Tactile indicators are primarily used for which group?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about navigational aids.

5. 5.

   Design a cost-effective strategy for retrofitting a busy urban intersection with accessibility in mind. Include at least three retrofitting measures.

   Hint

   Think of low-budget but high-impact changes.

6. 6.

   Conduct a mock GIS analysis for a neighborhood. Identify two main barriers and suggest appropriate retrofitting techniques for each barrier.

   Hint

   How can you make travel easier for everyone?