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3.23.4(D)  Study Area Boundaries

The extent of the study area for the TIA depends upon the location and size of the proposed project and the prevailing conditions of the surrounding area. The study area is defined in the following table. Controlled access roadways are not included in the study area or analysis; the controlled access ramp intersections with non-controlled access roadways are subject to analysis.

TABLE 3.23-1: STUDY AREA BOUNDARIES

 

Trip Generation

Study Area

Base Zone

 

50 - 150 peak hour trips

1/2 mile plus any intersection on which at least 7 percent of any traffic movement approach volume is generated by the proposed project.

Base Zone

More than 150 peak hour trips

1 mile plus any intersection on which at least 7 percent of any traffic movement approach volume is generated by the proposed project.

Central Zone

More than 50 peak hour trips within the Central Transportation Zone

1/4 mile plus any intersections on which at least 7 percent of any traffic movement approach volume are generated by or as a result of the proposed project.

 

Cary, NC Land Development Ordinance On-line VIC Version - This site last updated 3/4/2008

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