Assessing Walkability in Tirana: A Comparison of Three Main Boulevards

Author: Kelvi Peti, Artan Kacani
Affiliation: POLIS University

Abstract
This study aims to conduct a comprehensive analysis of walkability within a city and evaluate its potential impacts on the community. The research focuses on assessing the "walkability" level of several key streets, including “Rruga Kavajes”, “Rruga e Durresit”, and “Deshmorët e Kombit” Boulevard. The analysis is based on a set of indicators, (MCA), which have been assessed and weighted as outlined in the provided table. Field measurements were primarily conducted to estimate the performance of each indicator. The final evaluation reveals that "Deshmorët e Kombit" Boulevard scored highest across the criteria associated with a walkable street.
This assessment provides insights into the variation in walkability levels across key areas of the city and their potential impact on the local community. The study serves as a foundation for further discussions on necessary infrastructural enhancements and interventions aimed at improving walkability and aligning with sustainable development goals.

Keywords: Multi-Criteria Analysis (MCA), Tirana Metropolitan Area, Public Transport Evaluation.