Identification of Future Collector Streets The following guidelines were used to develop the Fuquay-Varina collector street network: · minimize impact to the built environment · avoid FEMA designated floodplains · minimize wetland impacts · minimize the frequency and length of stream crossings · minimize at-grade rail crossings · be responsive to existing and planned development patterns · maximize usage of existing stub streets · consider the Land Use Plan goals for area of development Future Collector Street Network A future collector street network was developed using the guidelines discussed in this chapter. Key goals of this network included improving accessibility to higher intensity residential areas and identified activity centers, while avoiding or minimizing impacts to sensitive areas for the preservation of the natural environment. In addition to the collector street network, the following will provide Town staff with the ability to encourage connectivity as future development occurs. Ultimately, the future collector street network will provide a greater level of connectivity and mobility for residents by reducing the travel time between local streets and arterial streets. General Policy Items The Town currently requires that new developments reserve right-of-way and construct future collector streets. The following general policy items are offered as ways to supplement existing policy and increase the number of collector streets to better facilitate travel between local street and arterials: ® Use the future collector street network map as a tool to review proposed development projects and plans as they locate and design future collector streets, allowing design flexibility provided the collector street appropriately connects the beginning and end points. ® Work with the development and real estate community to increase public awareness of the future collector street connections through enhanced signage, indicating locations for future collector street extensions
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