The Village of Farmingdale Downtown and Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Plan reconnects Farmingdale’s Main Street and train station (located two blocks to the east) through mixed-use transit oriented development and intentional urban design. The TOD portion of the plan envisions highest density development around the train station with structured/underground parking, retail frontages along the street, and a small public “station green” at the station’s primary pedestrian gateway. The Plan involved substantial community input and consultation with development interests to help ensure success. Active retail/cafe frontages and streetscape improvements along Eastern Parkway create a walkable pedestrian environment to encourage movement to and from the train station and shopping and restaurant destinations on Main Street. Since the plan’s adoption in 2011, a significant portion of the TOD has been completed. Urban design & planning by Jonathan Martin, Senior Associate at BFJ Planning.