Transit‐Oriented Development in Doha: The Case of the Al Sadd Neighborhood and Hamad Hospital Metro Station
Abstract
Over the last two decades, transit‐oriented development (TOD) has been widely implemented
as an integrated strategy to enhance urban livability. Doha, the capital of the State of Qatar,
has faced urban challenges such as excessive reliance on private vehicles, absence of a well‐established
public transportation system, and issues with integration of last‐mile connectivity. This research
study explores Al Sadd, a mixed‐use neighborhood in Doha, in order to investigate key factors
to be addressed for enhancing urban livability within this neighborhood. These factors were
analyzed through a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods incorporating: (1) a literature
review focusing on sustainability, smart growth, and transit‐oriented development; (2) data
collection and analysis utilizing oral and visual data from the Qatari Ministry of Municipality and
Environment (MME), Qatar Rail, and private engineering and consulting companies; and (3) analytical
and applied study through site analysis, observation, photographs, and field notes. A regeneration
master plan for the study area proposes the creation of avenues for urban interaction
through the introduction of community open spaces, pedestrian‐friendly streets, and other
measures promoting city compactness. The outcome of this research study illustrates how the enactment
of a TOD model can lead to smart growth and eco‐friendly urban living by emphasizing
TOD principles which promote a pedestrian‐oriented neighborhood.
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