Great Neighbourhoods

The APA has chosen its 15 communities in its 2016 list of Great Places in America.

"Characteristics of a Great Neighborhood include:

1. Has a variety of functional attributes that contribute to a resident's day-to-day living (i.e. residential, commercial, or mixed-uses).
2. Accommodates multi-modal transportation (i.e. pedestrians, bicyclists, drivers).
3. Has design and architectural features that are visually interesting.
4. Encourages human contact and social activities.
5. Promotes community involvement and maintains a secure environment. 
6. Promotes sustainability and responds to climatic demands.
7. Has a memorable character."

from: https://www.planning.org/greatplaces/neighborhoods/characteristics.htm