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Table 11 Best evidence of environmental features with strong multiple benefits (at least “moderate” evidence of three benefits)

From: Co-benefits of designing communities for active living: an exploration of literature

Setting

Built environment attribute

Evidence

Open Spaces/Parks/Trails

Park presence/proximity

3 strong, 2 good

Programs, promotion, and events

4 moderate

Urban Design/Land Use

Mixed land use

3 strong, 1 moderate (1 strong negative)

Greenery

3 strong, 2 good

Streetscale pedestrian design

4 moderate

Accessibility and street connectivity

1 strong, 2 good, 1 moderate (1 good evidence of negative)

Transportation

Pedestrian/bicycle infrastructure

2 strong, 2 moderate

Reduced traffic speed and volume

1 strong, 2 moderate

Schools

School siting

1 strong, 2 moderate

Shared use agreements

3 moderate

Buildings/Workplaces

Building design

1 strong, 2 good

Physical activity policies and programs

1 strong, 2 good