Collector Streets Element Expanding Fuquay-Varina’s transportation system with an increased number of collector streets will enhance travel between local streets and arterials. The primary purpose of a collector street is to collect traffic from neighborhood and local level streets and distribute it to minor and major thoroughfares. Responsibility for building a collector street system relies on developers for funding, design, and construction. A properly implemented plan can improve accessibility to activity centers and minimize harmful impacts to sensitive areas. Both local and through-traffic can and will benefit from the reduced reliance on minor and major thoroughfares. Assessment of Collector Street Spacing Needs Street spacing needs differ based on the land use and type of street. The 2035 Community Vision Land Use Plan identifies a range of different land use types. Approximate street spacing that should be considered within each land use type is included below:
What does a connected street network look like?
Connected Street Network
Fragmented Street Network
Why do we include collector streets? · Offers options to avoid congested intersections · Reduces reliance on major routes · Integrates bicyclists and pedestrians · Improves emergency Response time How is the collector
3,000 to 6,000-foot spacing ® Rural Residential
1,500 to 3,000-foot spacing ® Suburban Large-Lot Residential
750 to 1,500-foot spacing
750 to 1,500-foot spacing
® Small-Lot Residential ® Townhome Community ® Multifamily Residential ® Mixed-Density Residential ® Town Center Residential
® Regional Commercial & Employment Centers ® Mixed-Use Neighborhoods ® Urban Commercial & Employment Villages
street network implemented? · Incrementally as
development occurs · Making meaningful
connections with local streets · Lower speed limits and less traffic
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