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:* Additionally, existing facilties with occupancy of 75 percent should be considered for expansion using the above size consideration factors. | :* Additionally, existing facilties with occupancy of 75 percent should be considered for expansion using the above size consideration factors. | ||
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+ | == Structure Considerations == | ||
+ | :* Parking garages are typically much more expensive to construct and maintain than at-grade lots. Therefore, at-grade lots must always be the first option considered unless it: | ||
+ | ::* Requires prohibitive right of way costs and impacts. | ||
+ | ::* Requires significant negative impacts to the natural environment. | ||
+ | ::* Foregoes an opportunity for a more desirable land use (e.g. Transit Oriented Development). | ||
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+ | == Component Considerations == | ||
+ | :* In order to facilitate safe and effective operations, along with providing multi-modal opportunities, the following components should be considered: | ||
+ | ::* Types and placement of transit components, such as bus turn-arounds, benches, shelters, lighting, trash cans, etc. | ||
+ | ::* Type and quanity of bicycle facilities. | ||
+ | ::* Opportunites for auxiliary components, such as: solar panels, electric vehicle charging stations, Vehicle Emissions Inspection (VEI) Kiosks, etc. | ||
+ | ::* Security features, such as: cameras, additional lighting, blue light phones, fencing, etc. | ||
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+ | == Right-of-Way Considerations == | ||
+ | :* Using MDOT property and exploring public/private partnerships should be evaluated before acquiring new property. |
Revision as of 16:46, 9 May 2017
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ContentsPrimary Guidance
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Discussion
Size Consideration
Structure Considerations
Component Considerations
Right-of-Way Considerations
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