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RESOURCE GUIDE (SRG)
The SRG 3.0 is more than a design manual, it is a practical resource helping planners, engineers, elected officials, developers, neighborhood leaders, and residents create safer, greener, and more beautiful streets throughout the Houston region.
Why the SRG 3.0 Matters Today
Houston is growing rapidly. Every roadway reconstruction, redevelopment project, streetscape improvement, and mobility investment presents an opportunity to improve how our communities function and feel. The SRG 3.0 brings together current engineering standards, planning best practices, and real-world illustrations so decision-makers can create streets that are safer, more attractive, more comfortable, and better suited for everyone.
Create Safer Streets
Stronger Local Economies
More Resilient Public Spaces
Better Quality of Life
supporting projects at every stage
The SRG brings together best practices, technical guidance, and design principles in one resource, making it easier for planners, engineers, landscape architects, developers, public officials, and community leaders to make informed decisions that create safer, greener, and more welcoming streets. By applying the principles in the SRG 3.0, communities can create streets that support mobility, strengthen neighborhoods, enhance the public realm, and contribute to long-term resilience.
Planning
Use the guide to inform master plans, corridor studies, and capital improvement planning by establishing a shared vision for streets that balance mobility, safety, and placemaking.
Design
Apply recommendations for street trees, sidewalks, bicycle facilities, lighting, furnishings, and other streetscape elements to create functional, attractive public spaces.
Development
Incorporate SRG principles into development and redevelopment projects to create streets that integrate with surrounding neighborhoods and contribute to a cohesive public realm.
Engagement
Help communities, civic organizations, and stakeholders understand design options and participate in conversations about the future of their streets and public spaces
Advancing the SRG 3.0
Thank you to TxDOT, the City of Houston, Harris County, METRO, and the many sponsors and contributors whose support made the Streetscape Resource Guide 3.0 possible. Their collaboration and commitment have helped advance a shared vision for safer, greener, and more beautiful streets across the Houston region.
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​As the SRG continues to educate, inspire, and guide projects throughout our community, we welcome new partners who share our commitment to enhancing Houston's public realm. Whether you're interested in sponsoring future initiatives or hosting a training, we'd love to continue the conversation.
Put the SRG 3.0 into practice
Scenic Houston offers presentations and training sessions that help planners, engineers, public officials, developers, designers, and community leaders apply the Streetscape Resource Guide 3.0 to real-world projects. Our sessions provide practical guidance on using the SRG to create safer, greener, and more vibrant streets. Most recently, Scenic Houston partnered with the City of Houston Public Works Department to train staff on incorporating SRG 3.0 principles into planning and design decisions. ​
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Interested in bringing our SRG 3.0 to your organization?
2026 SRG 3.0 Training at Houston Public Works
