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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPZ - COMPASS ReplyCommunities in Motion 2040 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 (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 goals. Recommendations The proposal for an active adult multi-family residence is near public parks, grocery stores, and shopping. Kleiner Park, across North Records Way, has outdoor recreation and is a walkable distance to the Meridian Senior Center. Consider a signalized crossing to provide safety for pedestrians. The ValleyConnect 2.0 Growth Scenario Conceptual Network proposes two Express Bus routes and one secondary route near this location. The Express routes will offer 15 minute frequencies in the peak hour and connect this location to downtown Boise, the Boise Airport, downtown Meridian, Eagle, and Kuna. The Secondary route will offer 30 minute frequencies in the peak hour and connect to the City of Caldwell. Valley Regional Transit has developed a Bus Stop Location and Transit Amenities Development Guidelines for siting new bus stops and reviewing current and bus stops. More information is available at: https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/media/1377/vrtbusstopandtransitamenitiesdevelopme ntguidelines.pdf More information about COMPASS and Communities in Motion 2040: Web: www.compassidaho.org Email info@compassidaho.org More information about the development review process: http://www.compassidaho.org/dashboard/devreview.htm Development Name: Village at Meridian Agency: Meridian CIM Vision Category: Mixed Use New households: 166 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: No Farmland within 1 mile: 140 acres Housing within 1 mile: 3,216 Jobs within 1 mile: 5,732 Jobs/Housing Ratio: 1.8 Nearest bus stop: 3 miles Nearest public school: 1.8 miles Nearest public park: 0 miles Nearest grocery store: 0 miles CIM Corridor: N/A Pedestrian level of stress: N/A Bicycle level of stress: N/A 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: >4 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.