MetroFuture’s emphasis on compact development, alternative transportation, and social services would make it easier for people with disabilities to get around in Metro Boston. People with limited mobility would be able to physically access most new housing, regardless of whether it was created specifically for disabled populations. Application of Universal Design principles would help to ensure that homes, workplaces, public spaces, and information are usable by the widest range of people operating in the widest range of situations without special or separate design.

Objectives

• All transit stations and vehicles (MBTA and RTAs) will be fully handicapped accessible.
• 100% of municipalities will be served by demand response service with average response times less than 30 minutes.