The code also prohibits construction of connections along acceleration or deceleration lanes, tapers connecting to interchange ramps, intersecting roadways, bus bays, or other driveways. However, the County administrator may grant a variance if access is unreasonably denied and the connection can be designed to function safely and efficiently. Examples of both good and poor corner clearance were observed in the study area. Poor corner clearance was common in older commercial areas. An example of poor driveway design is in Ruskin near the intersection of US Highway 41 and 7 th Avenue NE (Figure 67). This older strip development has numerous, closely spaced driveway connections and poor transition between the site and the highway, creating a potentially hazardous and unsafe environment for pedestrians. Development to the rear of the site creates a potential for improvements to the overall network and circulation system.
Fence blocks access to adjacent businesses
Wide open access to parking
Street fronting uses can improve pedestrian access and separate driveways from intersections
Figure 67. Corner clearance examples at US 41 and Shell Point Road intersection.
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