12/13/2006 P&Z Packet - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Search

• • Thus, 15 existing driveway access points on Hodgson and CR J would be reduced to four access points. This reduction from 15 individual, random driveways to four properly designed access points would be a significant public safety improvement. The access points are shown on the final Master Plan. Signalization The Hodgson/CR J intersection should be signalized. The City recognizes the need to plan for the right of way to accommodate signalization. The City also recognizes the need for inter jurisdictional cooperation because CR J forms the border between Anoka and Ramsey Counties and between the Cities of Lino Lakes and Shoreview. Discussions between staff from these jurisdictions have resulted in agreement that the signalization is needed and the recognition that it is a shared responsibility to accomplish this goal. Parcel Size In addition to access needs, the design of new internal roads should allow for the creation of parcels of property that are large enough to develop. The parcels must accommodate buildings, parking, access drives, and site amenities such as landscaping or other features. The street system must take into account existing uses as well as the potential for future development. Right of Way Road rights of way must be large enough to accommodate vehicle movement, pedestrian sidewalks or trails, utility easements, and landscaping. While it is possible to have utilities in separate easements, this uses additional land. It is most efficient to include utilities in the road rights of way. Additional right of way will be needed for Hodgson and CR J, especially at their intersection. The intersection of these arterials will need additional right of way for signalization and turn lanes. The specific dimensions will require further joint planning among Anoka County, Ramsey County, the City of Shoreview, and Lino Lakes. The offset of Ware Road and Mackubin Street should be addressed by acquiring right of way to allow Ware Road to be realigned to the west and form a four -way intersection. The purpose is to eliminate the danger posed by left turns at an offset intersection. Signalizing the Hodgson/CR J intersection will facilitate north/south traffic and eliminate the incentive to cut through the Shoreview neighborhood to avoid delay at the Hodgson/CR J intersection. The City recognizes that providing access to land within the study area probably will take different forms. In the area between Hodgson and Ware Roads, the best approach is a new Draft December 8, 2006 Hodgson/CR J Master Plan page 18