Appraising the spatial impacts of tramway systems : Phase 2: Comparative analysis of six peripheral tramways and conclusion

摘要

This report presents the main results of the second phase of the CETE project which deals with the evaluation of the spatial impacts of tramways, carried out within the framework of the EU Sintropher project.The first report by CETE Nord Picardie reviewed the various European methods of tramway assessment, taking into account the decision-making processes. These processes have been particularly emphasised in this report.The second phase of the research was based on the analysis of a small number of case studies in order to suggest a way to identify the potential linksbetween a tramway and the territorial effects. This present report is structured in two parts. Part 1 puts forward a comparative analysis of the territorial effects of tramways observed in the study sample by using a specific method which differs from traditional economic methods. Based on this analysis, Part 2 suggests a strategic position for the evaluation of a tramway in terms of territorial effects. Specifically, it proposes adopting a specific method based on territorial opportunities and their evolution.