Information presented in this guide is intended to provide a general knowledge of the park-and-ride planning and design process. Applicable local ordinances, design requirements, and building codes must be consulted for their affect on the planning and design process. Local data resources, development patterns, and transit networks may present unique opportunities for park-and-ride implementation, and should be explored. Chapter content includes: Defining the Park-and-Ride System, Park-and-Ride Planning Process, Operations and Maintenance of Park-and-Ride Facilities, Design Considerations for Park-and-Ride Facilities, and Architecture, Landscape, and Art: Integral Parts of the Park-and-Ride Facility.