METHODS FOR ANALYSIS AND PLANNING OF LAND USE AND TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS

A system of mathematical models for regional and municipal land use and transportation planning/forecasting (Translok) was gradually developed during the 70's. The system consists of normative planning models, forecasting-oriented explanatory models, and methods for evaluation of plan characteristics. Applications of the models are reported, e.g., forecasting regional economy, long-term planning of the regional structure (physical planning), location of one or more activities, and traffic forecasting. The characteristics of the system comprise interrelationships between land use and transportation systems, components and conflicts of objectives, time perspectives, and uncertainties/probabilities. Some future research tasks are formulated. (TRRL)