Some of the traffic engineering requirements for land development may include:
1. Traffic Impact Study (TIS): A detailed study of the proposed development site and surrounding roadways is needed to assess the impact of the development on traffic flow, safety, and efficiency. The study should include an analysis of current traffic volume, projected future traffic volume, and the capacity of the surrounding transportation network.
2. Access Management: Access points to the development site should be designed in a way that minimizes congestion and conflict with existing traffic flows. The design of access points should take into consideration the size and type of development and its expected traffic volumes.
3. Parking: Adequate parking should be provided within the development site to prevent parking on neighboring streets, which could lead to traffic congestion and safety hazards.
4. Traffic Signals: Traffic signals may be needed to manage traffic flows at intersections near the development site. The installation of traffic signals should be based on traffic volume, speed, and existing turning movements.
5. Roadway Design: The design of the roadways within and surrounding the development site needs to take into account factors such as drainage, pedestrian access, and bicycle access.
6. Transportation Demand Management (TDM): TDM measures may be required for large developments to reduce traffic volume and provide viable transportation alternatives to single-occupancy vehicles, such as public transportation, carpooling, and walking.
7. Emergency Access: The development should provide emergency vehicle access to the site, including proper turnaround areas for emergency vehicles.
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