O impacto da caminhabilidade na vitalidade do bairro Tirirical em São Luís – MA

Abstract

Urban walkability emerges as a crucial concept for humane and sustainable cities, influencing the quality of life and efficient functioning of metropolises. This work focuses on the analysis of walkability and vitality in the Tirirical neighborhood, located on the outskirts of São Luís - MA, facing challenges related to the infrastructure installed for pedestrians. Urban planning, when oriented at a human scale and with active community participation, plays an essential role in promoting walkability. Successful urban projects prioritize wide sidewalks, crosswalks, adequate lighting, and safe transportation infrastructure. The study highlights that inadequate planning can result in hostile environments for pedestrians, impacting mobility qualities, dependence on motor vehicles and, consequently, health and quality of life. The Tirirical neighborhood faces such challenges, with a lack of sidewalks, signage and adequate leisure areas. Walkability, associated with accessibility, connectivity and attractiveness, is crucial for promoting physical activity, reducing dependence on vehicles and improving health. The vitality of the neighborhood, related to the presence of local commerce, green areas and public spaces, contributes to social cohesion and quality of life. The general objective of the study is to analyze the impact of walkability and vitality in the Tirirical neighborhood, identifying limitations and proposing interventions. Specific objectives include the identification of influential factors, the analysis of the influence of the territory on human dynamics and the comparison between the concept of the city as an organism and walkability. The research uses qualitative and quantitative methodology, involving global and national bibliographical research on walkability, together with quantitative analyzes on Rua Flávio Bezerra in Tirirical. The methodology evolves to consider periodic site observation, instead of interviews, to obtain results on an urban scale. The study aims to enrich the scientific and fundamental understanding of public policies, seeking contributions to sustainable urban mobility, improving the quality of life in Tirirical and contributing to academic dialogue on the topic.