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Safer Roadways: A Complete Streets Guide
Table 3-7 - Summary Considerations User Features Pedestrian and Bicycle Volumes
SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL (C3R) Suburban Neighborhood
High pedestrian and bicycle volume Slow speed local traffic - 25-30 MPH
Traffic Speeds Truck Volumes Traveled Way Travel Lanes
Local truck volume
Typically, 2 lanes
Lane Width
10 feet Optional
Median
Pedestrian Facilities Pedestrian Zone - Total Width
10-12 feet
Sidewalk Width Crossings
Minimum 6 feet, buffered from travel lanes Marked and frequent, 1/8 th of a mile preferred
Bicycle Facilities Separated Facility Protected Bike Lane Bike Lane Extensions Other Amenities
Optional, may be used in speed zones greater than 30 MPH Preferred, may be used in speed zones greater than 25 MPH Appropriate, may be used in speed zones less than 25 MPH Bicycle pavement markings through intersections Bicycle racks at key destinations, repair station may be considered Signed bus stops, preferred spacing: 0.25 - 0.50 mile Safe, convenient, and frequent street crossings should be provided Bus shelters in high use areas, benches, system/route map, bike racks, lighting Corner Extensions/Curb Bulb-outs, Median Island, Lane Elimination, Lane Narrowing, Street Trees Chicane, Realigned Intersection, Traffic Circle, Roundabouts Speed Cushions/ Tables/ Humps, Raised Crosswalk/Intersection On-Street parking, Target Speed reduction
Bike Blvd / Sharrows / Bike Lane
Transit Stop Features Transit Stops Access to Transit Stop
Transit Amenities
Traffic Calming / Speed Management Street Width Reduction
Horizontal Deflection Vertical Deflection Operational Elements
Placemaking Green Infrastructure
Bioswales, Planters, Trees
People Space Street Amenities Street Lighting
Parklets, Parks, Trails Benches, trash cans
Pedestrian-scale street lighting
Access Management Driveways
Should not be allowed in intersection functional area
Median Design
N.A.
Parking Management On-Street Parking
Appropriate Appropriate
Off-Street Parking
Technology Considerations
N.A. N.A.
Wayfinding
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