The Vision Zero Action Plan is an initiative of the Atlanta Department of Transportation and City of Atlanta with support and funding from the Atlanta Regional Commission. The Vision Zero Action Plan will develop specific strategies for making streets safer, such as design improvements and policy measures. The overarching goal is to eliminate all traffic fatalities and serious injuries in the city.
This action plan will build on City of Atlanta’s strong foundation and planning efforts of recent years, such as the One Atlanta Strategic Transportation Plan, the Action Plan for Safer Streets, and the Vision Zero Interim Action Plan. For more information or to learn more about active projects, visit the ATL DOT Vision Zero website.
Approach elements pulled from Atlanta DOT's Vision Zero Interim Action Plan
Vision Zero Action Plan Objectives
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Advance the city’s safety goals and create a blueprint for success over the next 3 years
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Create actionable strategies with implementation support and community buy-in
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Utilize data to inform recommendations
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Center values of health, racial, socioeconomic, and mobility equity
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Connect the City’s Vision Zero action items to community goals
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Enhance access and quality of life for residents
Why does Vision Zero Matter?
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Since 2010, over 3,000 Atlanta families have been impacted by traffic violence.
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Atlanta's pedestrian fatality rate is 3X HIGHER than other cities such as Seattle, Minneapolis, and Boston
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In 2019, speed was a key factor in 54% of Atlanta's traffic deaths.
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From 2017 to 2021, Atlanta had 2,387 major crashes (resulting in fatalities or serious injuries).
Action Plan Tasks and Schedule
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On-Going - Public Involvement
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March 2023 - Data Analysis
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May 2023 - Safer Streets Checklist
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September 2023 - Implementation Plan
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September 2023 - Evaluation Framework
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October 2023 - Final Report
