Transit-Oriented Development in Medium Cities, A User`s Viewpoint; A Case Study: Kermanshah

Document Type : Research Article

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Faculty of Engineering, Department of Civil Engineering, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran

Abstract

Population growth within the cities has challenged the transportation network, making it crucial to pay special attention to the development of rail transportation. Additionally, in suburban areas and areas with poor transportation services, it is difficult to provide services such as the fire department, emergency services, security, and so on. The present research is an analysis on the economic, social, and transportation factors affecting transport development.  A questionnaire was compiled.  In the first part of this questionnaire, descriptive statistics were analyzed. The conducted surveys and analysis of the questionnaires, based on structural equations, show the need for an integrated developer transport that has the appropriate amenities and desirable services, including a clear understanding of the city under study.  The results clearly indicate that all three transportation, social, and economic variables have a decisive role in public transport development.  Despite good correlation among these factors, the parameters involved in the transportation variable have shown to have the greatest impact, with a 0.864 Pearson correlation factor; this factor in economics and social variables is almost 0.76.  The results also showed the willingness of people to live and mix with applications near the railway station. Additionally, the user accepts the strategic investments to improve the transport situation and have a sustainable city. 

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AUT Journal of Civil Engineering
Volume 9, Issue 3
November 2025
Pages 221-232

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