TOD Standard The Institute for Transportation and Development Policy has released a report that outlines core principles of urban design, including those that create pedestrian and cycling networks and strong customer bases for public transportation.
http://www.trb.org/main/blurbs/170522.aspx
ITDP's Principles of Urban Development for transport in urban life:
1. [walk] Develop neighborhoods that promote walking
2. [cycle] Prioritize non-motorized transport networks
3. [connect] Create dense networks of streets and paths
4. [transit] Locate development near high-quality public transport
5. [mix] Plan for mixed use
6. [densify] Optimize density and transit capacity
7. [compact] Create regions with short commutes
8. [shift] Increase mobility by regulating parking and road us