Colorado Health Foundation

A look at the toolkit of a community health project promoted by the Colorado Health Foundation in partnership with the real estate development industry.

Among the suggestions, says Khanh Nguyen of the foundation: “Provide sidewalks and enticing, pedestrian-oriented streetscape.

•  “Build infrastructure to support biking.
•  “Build infrastructure to support biking.
• “Design visible, enticing stairs to encourage everyday use.
• “Provide high-quality places for multigenerational play and recreation.
• “Accommodate a grocery store in the development.
• “Enhance access to drinking water.
• “Ban smoking.
• “Use materials and products that support healthy indoor air quality.
• “Facilitate social engagement through the built environment.”