2.8 Mixed Use Regional Connectors

Sidewalk

1. Sidewalk, trail, or shared use path should be provided whenever there is adjacent current or planned land use or demand for walking.  
2. 6’-8’ recommended pedestrian clear width depending on pedestrian volumes, intensity of adjacent commercial land uses
3. 2’+ frontage width to any obstructions

See sidewalks guidance for more details.

Boulevard and Furnishing

1. 8’+ recommended width, including 8”-14” wide curb
2. Wider boulevard and furnishing zones should be used when feasible to support features that make the pedestrian environment more attractive and comfortable, support tree health, and maximize green stormwater infrastructure.
3. Street trees should be included on both sides of the street. See street trees guidance for more details.

See boulevards and furnishings guidance for more details.

Bikeway

For streets on the All Ages and Abilities bikeway network, trails should be used.

Transit

1. Some local bus service, bus rapid transit, and light rail transit operating in an exclusive right of way. 
2. Local bus stops or bus rapid transit stations should be used accordingly. 
3. Dedicated space for transit operations and other transit advantages should be provided for Transit Priority Corridors.

Freight

All are on the Truck Route Network. 

Roadway

1. Standard roadway widths include:
   • 10’ to 11’ traffic lanes, depending on context
   • 10’ turn-only lanes
   • 2’-4’ gutter pan/shoulder
2. Planted medians should be encouraged.
3. Turn-lanes should be included at most intersections.

Design speed

30 - 40 mph

See design speed guidance for more detail.

Design vehicle

Most commonly SU-30 or WB-40 depending on intersecting street and context.

See design and control vehicles guidance for more details.

Control vehicle

Most commonly WB-62, but can also be Aerial Fire Truck Mid Mount 100 depending on intersecting street and context.

See design and control vehicles guidance for more details.

Motor Vehicle Property Access

1. New driveways should be limited to locations without alley or cross street access.
2. Designers should explore removing driveways that are no longer being used, are no longer permitted, or where access is provided via an alley. Designers should also explore right-sizing driveway curb cuts. 

See driveways guidance for more details.

Intersection Traffic Control

Signal control or stop control    

Intersection details

Slip lanes should be discouraged when interacting with any pedestrian crossing.