2019-09-10 COMPASSCommunities in Motion 2040 2.0 Development Review
The Community Planning Association of Southwest Idaho (COMPASS) is the metropolitan planning organization
(MPO) for Ada and Canyon Counties. COMPASS has developed this review as a tool for local governments to
evaluate whether land developments are consistent with the goals of Communities in Motion 2040 2.0 (CIM 2040),
the regional long-range transportation plan for Ada and Canyon Counties. This checklist is not intended to be
prescriptive, but rather a guidance document based on CIM 2040 2.0 goals.
Recommendations
The proposal would provide housing nearby employment centers and retail options, which can mitigate the amount
of single occupancy vehicle trips generated on the transportation system and encourage non-motorized travel. The
higher density is supportive of nearby future bus service. Typically, at least 7 dwelling units per acre (DU/acre) are
needed to support public transportation. The proposal exceeds 28 DU/acre and should consider greater
accommodation of transit services. ValleyConnect 2.0 has identified this area as a development node that will
connect to both local and regional transit services and the FY 2020 budget for the City of Meridian includes money
to extend peak hour service to this area in 2021. Please reach out to Valley Regional Transit to determine what
transit facilities would be most appropriately associated with this proposal. The proposal includes a pathway along
Ten Mile Creek in compliance with the 2015 Meridian Pathways Network Map. This pathway is critical to provide a
future, safe, accessible pedestrian option to Peregrine Elementary School and to transit.
More information about COMPASS and Communities in Motion 2040 2.0:
Web: www.compassidaho.org
Email info@compassidaho.org
More information about the development review process:
http://www.compassidaho.org/dashboard/devreview.htm
Development Name: TM Creek East Apartments Agency: Meridian
CIM Vision Category: Mixed Use
New households: 235 New jobs: 0 Exceeds CIM forecast: No
Farmland contributes to the local economy, creates
additional jobs, and provides food security to the region.
Development in farm areas decreases the productivity
and sustainability of farmland.
Farmland consumed: Yes
Farmland within 1 mile: 706 acres
Housing within 1 mile: 2,040
Jobs within 1 mile: 1,810
Jobs/Housing Ratio: 0.9
Nearest bus stop: >4 miles
Nearest public school: 1.7 miles
Nearest public park: 1.5 miles
Nearest grocery store: 1.2 miles
CIM Corridor: None
Pedestrian level of stress: R: Franklin Rd
Bicycle level of stress: R: Franklin Rd
A good jobs/housing balance – a ratio between 1 and
1.5 – reduces traffic congestion. Higher numbers
indicate the need for more housing and lower numbers
indicate an employment need.
Residents who live or work less than ½ mile from
critical services have more transportation choices.
Walking and biking reduces congestion by taking cars off
the road, while supporting a healthy and active lifestyle.
Level of Stress considers facility type, number of vehicle
lanes, and speed. Roads with G or PG ratings better
support bicyclists and pedestrians of all ages and comfort
levels.
Nearest police station: 3.6 miles
Nearest fire station: 2 miles
Developments within 1.5 miles of police and fire
stations ensure that emergency services are more
efficient and reduce the cost of these important public
services.