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CONNECTIVITY
FIGURE: 1.C.2
CONNECTIVITY 1.C.2
CONNECTIVITY Existing connectivity is limited, particularly in the form of pedestrian and bicycle amenities, throughout the study area (see Figure 1.C.2). However, the Town has been gradually working on improving the pedestrian and bicycle facilities in the area through the implementation of planned public infrastructure projects, including those recommended in the Town’s 2019 Comprehensive Transportation Plan. • The Wake Forest Loop is the only bus line in the study area. The bus travels along N. White Street, E. Juniper Avenue, N. Allen Road, and Wait Avenue and connects mostly to points south. The loop interchanges with other transit lines along its route, outside of the Northeast Community. This service is free for residents. • Currently, there are no existing bicycle facilities within the study area. However, there is a proposed bike lane/ sharrow along Wait Avenue on the extreme southern border of the study area. This proposed bicycle facility would
integrate with both existing and planned infrastructure improvements for the area.
• There are no existing greenway/
multi-use paths within the Northeast Community. However, there are planned facilities along E. Juniper Avenue and along N. White Street from E. Juniper Avenue to Royal Mill Avenue. These planned improvements will connect to existing greenway/ multi-use paths on E. Juniper Avenue and Royal Mill Avenue. There is also a proposed multi-use path along Wait Avenue at N. Allen Road. Connectivity in the Northeast Community should be improved through a variety of interventions including new multi-use paths, greenways, and streetscapes. In addition, pedestrian and bicyclist safety should be prioritized with street calming elements and other improvements.
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Bus Route/Stop Existing Greenway/Multi Use Path Proposed Greenway/Multi Use Path Existing Bike Lane/ Sharrow Proposed Bike Lane/ Sharrow
Building Footprints Sidewalks Proposed Sidewalks Streets Railroads Study Area
One of the transit stops for the Wake Forest Loop that services the Northeast Community
Numerous streets with the study area lack safe/ appropriate pedestrian/ bicycle facilities
Bicycle and pedestrian opportunities are not present on this street
0 300 Feet Data Sources: Town of Wake Forest, Wake County
Chapter 1: Existing Conditions
Northeast Community Plan
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