SOUTH MILITARY HIGHWAY CORRIDOR STUDY:
Chesapeake, Virginia urban design associates 21 december 2005 ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: South Military Highway Military South Corridor Study Corridor City of Chesapeake Department of of Chesapeake Department City ilyHr n soits Inc. and Associates, Kimley-Horn Urban Design Associates CONSULTANT TEAM City of Chesapeake City PREPARED FOR FUNDED BY Planning Department of Public Public Works of Department Transportation Engineer Jr. Sorey, Earl C. Economic Development of Department Assistant Director Tom Elder Planning of Department Manager Project Senior Planner, Woodward Mark H. PROJECT STAFF Chesapeake Bicycle/Trails Committee Advisory Teeuwen Christina Ms. Sunray Farmers Association Szymanski Gary Mr. Hampton Roads Partnership Highway Military Task Force S. Vice-Chair, Sharak Robert Mr. Highway Military Task Force S. Chair, Douglas Fuller Mr. Gateway Bank & Trust Jr. Dan Flye, Mr. Deep Creek/Parkview Civic League Waverly Cassell Mr. Citizen/Area Resident Concerned Mike Best Mr. Inc. Old Dominion Container Repair, Archer Susan Ms. STEERING COMMITTEE urban design associates acknowledgements
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Table of Contents urban design associates APPENDIX:TRANSPORTATION IMPLEMENTATION ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN GUIDELINES URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES Gilmerton The Core Bower’s Hill THE STRATEGIC PLAN FRAMEWORKS STRATEGIC RECOMMENDATIONS URBAN DESIGN ANALYSIS PROCESS EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 21 25 4 18 14 38 17 1 7 28 42 12 37 table of contents
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Executive Summary portation planning was Kimley-Horn and Associates (KHA). planning was Kimley-Horn portation and trans- team as sub-consultants to address engineering traffic Joining the UDA design plan. for the planning process and the urban Highway. Military of South plan for the future Up” “Build a and Associates were of Chesapeake to develop retained by the City Urban Design Associates and Kimley-Horn of 2005, In the Spring Process Clean Up and Build Up). The Taskdor. Force Up, into three committees (Fix was organized force to study and make recommendations for improving the corri- Council established a task the City perspective, from a transportation from an economic standpoint and in the regionin the community development. for economic highway is no longer a driver Military South by the circuitoustraffic. effected hoods are industrial negatively the residential neighbor- As a result, and an aging infrastructure. ty access to the freeway is restricted due limited capaci- Industrial ty. need of repair volumes and speeds split the communi- and the traffic The roadway is in located. maintained and inappropriately are poorly years. for twenty has been in a steady decline dition of the corridor the status and con- However, the late 1960s. Hampton Roads during in of the interstate system to the construction prior nomic driver It was the region’s thoroughfare and eco- primary treasured history. has a long and Virginia Highway in Chesapeake, Military South Background Urban Design Associates (UDA) responsible was the lead firm of the corridor recognizing the importance of 2003, In February Many of the uses along it is in disrepair. the corridor Currently urban design associates Existing conditions along South Military Highway Existing conditions along South Military I-664 Western Branch CHESAPEAKE PORTSMOUTH River Elizabeth I-64 Greenbriar I-64 xctv umr 1 executive summary
© 2005 urban design associates The planning process had three phases: government officials. and County and City churches, organizations, cultural merchants, owners, property residents, ning work to include to the onset of plan- Committee was established prior Steering ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: by all. was embraced vision emerged which An overall it. astride and the neighborhoods and stakeholders along the corridor engaging the citizens participatory, The planning process was highly Vision Committee. plan at a public meeting and with the Steering minated in a public presentation (May 2005). The charrette cul- Chesapeake to explore and test design alternatives. 2005). (April and other stakeholders officials, City churches, major institutions, business persons, owners, property public meeting with residents, and an initial focus groups, data from interviews, of collection “soft” as the as well data, and historic data, and transit traffic as land use, around a team visit to Chesapeake. phase was organized Each Phase III: Deciding Phase II: Exploring Phase I: Understanding Ideas A representative and diverse South Military Highway Corridor A representative Military and diverse South The third visit, in Phase III, included a final presentation of the included III, in Phase The third visit, was a four-day design charrette in II, in Phase The second visit, such data, of collection involved “hard” I, in Phase The first visit, Creation of a Final Plan Creation of a Final Design Charrette and Trying Design Out Data Collection and Analysis Data Collection opportunities. commercial and development retail, by providingnity employment, of the immediate commu- of life to the quality contribute positively Highway will Military South needs and regional ances local needs. F E D C B A ILLUSTRATIVE MASTER PLAN New Gilmerton Bridge Improved circulation and a redeveloped industrial waterfront Improved Interchange and new economic development opportunities Parallel roads and development opportunities Redeveloped core with neighborhood supportive uses New industrial/economic development opportunities South Military Highway will transform into a roadway that bal- transform Highway will Military South I-664 A HILL BOWER’S urban design associates Park Cavalier Industrial B C CORE
George Washington Highway
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© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: 3 2 1 tive areas. focused on three initia- Plan Highway Corridor Military The South Initiatives Connect to Open Spaces 5 Build a Network of Streets 4 Reclaim the Core of Corridor for the Community 3 Encourage Industrial Uses adjacent to the freeway 2 Balance the Regional and Local Demands of Traffic 1 the study area. the streets land uses and structure and open spaces in tions organize These recommenda- recommendations. contains five key The Plan Key Strategic Recommendations ra oe’ il extends from the I-664/Bower’s interchange Hill Bower’s Hill, Area, of the Study portion The western and functions. characters nity commu- The three initiative areas represent three different land uses, Gilmerton CoreCommunity Bower’s Hill together.borhoods that link the neigh- and trails paths, blueways, Create greenways, signal spacing, create regular streetsand and blocks Improve cross connections, street with a mix of uses Create friendly a pedestrian neighborhoods uses adjacent to industrial discourage Improve freeway access, Facilitate as through as well traffic access to properties regularly spaced traffic signals. spaced traffic regularly be rebuiltwith a median and Highway will as a six-lane boulevard Military South order to protect the adjacent residential communities. be improved Access will to these properties in Julian Creek. Saint River and of the Elizabeth branch along the southern be located will Water dependent uses interchange. Boulevard Highway/Bainbridge Military of the South section and ends in the immediate vicinity inter- Highway/Canal Drive Military east of the South immediately Area begins The Gilmerton strengthened area. as an industrial continue to be developed. will development, compatible with neighborhood areas uses, and new initiative be relocated to either of the other two uses will Industrial needs of the residents and employees the daily in the area. serve as the uses will become connected to the uses along corridor will The residential areas environment. friendly signals and a pedestrian additional traffic improved intersections, tain mixed use buildings, con- will This portion intersection in the east. Highway/Canal Drive Washington Military Highway in the west and South Highway and George Military the intersection of South between Core The Community is defined as the area Core. Community of the corridor.veloped portions interchange and an improved roadway spur growth will in the unde- A reconfigured behind the existing tree uses tucked wall. industrial with The roadway become a four lane parkway, will in character. rural remain However it will area. light-industrial as a low-density, develop Interchange in the west to I-64/Cavalier Boulevard and will The eastern portion of the corridor, the Gilmerton Area, will be will Area, the Gilmerton of the corridor, portion The eastern Areainto the transition will of the Study portion The Central urban design associates Military Highway Military Perspective of the redeveloped intersection of George Washington Boulevard and South Perspective of the redeveloped core xctv umr 3 executive summary
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Process duced by UDA and KHA. pro- and drawings the data analysis to review office in Pittsburgh group at UDA'ssession was held with key members of the client responses to the three questions and the dot exercise. places whereimprove things can (blue dots). and bad places (red dots), good places (green map identifying dots), was asked to place colored dots on a each participant In addition, Highway? is yourMilitary vision for the future of South What • Military about South or bad things, are the weaknesses, What • Military about South or good things, are the strengths, What • the public meeting were asked the same three questions: at the focus groups and participants All Treakle School. Elementary 2005 at the G.A. A public meeting was held on 24 April Council. and members of the Mayor, staff, City merchants, real estate brokers, building owners and social services), schools, institutions (churches, service major employers, residents, The focus groups included future. and their visions for the Area, strengths and weaknesses of the Study the first-hand their perceptionsto learn issues, of community the UDA team met with focus groups 1 of the project, Phase During Phase 1 Highway? Highway? ro otedsg hret nMy20,a one-day working Prior to the design charrette in May 2005, the on the following pages summarize The images and charts urban design associates n.Ti eotwspeetdt iyCucl eebr2,2005. Council December 21, was presented This report to City ing. identifies sourcesmentation plan which and uses of funds phas- a preferred developing plan and an imple- The third phase included Phase 3 liked and disliked about the alternatives. they Attendees were invited to comment on what tives were presented. Treakle where School design alterna- Elementary was held at G.A. On a public meeting Thursday evening were presented and refined. tee were re-convened throughout the Charrette and design ideas commit- The focus groups and steering of design alternatives. series in the first phase were into a developed translated ment principles day working the design and develop- session in Chesapeake which an intense three- The second phase of the planning process included Phase 2 rcs 4 process
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Unattractive. Poorly • for Lack retail the of service • Nuisance uses intermingling • Traffic: trucks, dangerous • WEAKNESSES Redevelopment opportunities • Historic sense of place • Loyal sur- and established • Strong Market: rooftops, • Central location and access to • STRENGTHS infrastructure businesses and maintained community with the neighborhoods sidewalks signals, feeder roads, no intersections, poorly timed rounding neighborhoods and Deep Creek employees, traffic volumes, the region urban design associates process: strengths and weaknesses 5
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Coordinated design of infra- • Access to parks and open • Better enforcement and • Healthy businesses serving • Improved road with better • VISIONS development structure and private spaces compliance with codes the community access and circulation urban design associates process: visions 6
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Urban Design Analysis and solutions emerge. the beginnings of strategies from these patterns, Often are unveiled. of a project area problems and opportunities patterns, the underlying and man-made systems, natural By studying uses in a single drawing. difficult to perceive when combined with other and opportunities patterns to illustrate as streets, such element, ing isolates a physical A UDA draw- X-Ray of the community. patterns assets and natural to residents as to illustrate the as well understand the study area, hard data to better and analyzed The consultant team collected X-Ray Drawings 15 minutes away by car. commercial areas the closest are both approximately Branch, ern Greenbriar and west- metropolitan area. Hampton Roads/Tidewater on the east and west ends. system to the interstate and connects directly neighborhoods divides several The Corridor and residential uses. commercial, rural, industrial, The study area contains the existing conditions of study area. and the public meeting. meetings, focus group data from interviews, of the soft followed by a summary of UDA in the form X-Rays®, assembled from drawings hard data, the analysis The following section includes visions for its future. input on the current strengths and weaknesses of Chesapeake of citizen as a summary as well conditions of the study area, physical of the the consultant team prepared an analysis 2005 was completed, to Chesapeake in April from the initial trip the data gathering After h td rai oae ntemdl fCeaek,in the of Chesapeake, Areain the middle is located The Study describes shown on the following page, photograph, The aerial urban design associates Regional locator I-664 Branch Western CHESAPEAKE Creek Deep PORTSMOUTH River Elizabeth I-64 ra einaayi 7 urban design analysis NORFOLK Greenbriar
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: asset. Highway as a regional transportation Military The MTP reinforces of South the importance this future demand. and models proposed street sections to meet demand for the City, The plan projects the future transportation 2005. on March 9, Council was adopted by City Transportation (MTP) for 2050, Plan as a future growthComprehensive area. Plan that is identified by the location Highway is one such Military South with infrastructure. that are alreadyCity served to areas of the requires be directed development inward; most new that establishes a growth boundary The Comprehensive Plan as a whole and on the study area in particular. on the City cations impli- establishes an aggressive that has wide ranging growth policy Council that are built upon in this Report. tions to City recommenda- several The Committee forwarded along the corridor. and making recommendations existing corridor for improvements Highway This TaskTask Force. Force the with studying was charged initiatives from of stakeholders. a range Many of the ideas contained in this plan endorse or build upon it. that precede studies and efforts rooted in several is firmly This Plan Previous Studies nadto oteCt’ opeesv ln a Master In addition to the City’s Comprehensive Plan, of 2005, adopted in the Spring The City’s Comprehensive Plan, Military Council established the South City 2003, In February urban design associates ra einaayi 8 urban design analysis
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: urban design associates (TOP) (LEFT) City of Chesapeake City Master Drainage map for the City. City of Chesapeake City Master Transportation Plan (MTP) for 2050 that was adopted byCouncil on March City 9, 2005. ra einaayi 9 urban design analysis
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Existing conditions I-664 HILL BOWER’S Park Cavalier Industrial urban design associates CORE George Washington
Highway Canal Drive Canal I-64 GILMERTON Elizabeth Branch South River Creek Deep
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© 2005 urban design associates George Washington Highway with all through traffic. ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: RESIDENTIAL STREETS ARTERIALS AND HIGHWAYSARTERIALS AND incidents occur on the interstate. South Military Highway both regional and local needs. serves South Military incidents occur on the interstate. Colony Manor Residential neighborhoods are split by South Military Highway.Residential neighborhoods are split by South Military Neighborhood street grids are discontinuous. HighwayThe and incomplete street network burdens Military Military Highway with access on both ends; it is an alternate route when is parallel to the interstate Military Strawberry Acres Camelot Manor Washington
George Washington Highway Forest Woodlake
South Military Highway Geneva Shores Brentwood Oak Manor I-64 Broadmoor I-464 urban design associates INDUSTRIAL PARKSINSTITUTIONS AND COMMERCIAL Most industrial uses are located at the ends of study area. Great Dismal Swamp Commercial uses are congregated along Military Highway and George Commercial uses are congregated along Military Washington Highway. Park Cavalier Industrial There few are very the community. parks serving Station Sunray Fire Elementary School Deep Creek High School and Park Yadkins Industrial School Camelot Elementary Library Elementary School TreakleG.A. Naval Annex Julian Creek St. Virginia Dominion Industrial Park Waterway School Crestwood Middle Park Crestwood urban design analysis: x-rays 11
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Recommendations Strategic Hill area, and properties adjacent to Interstate 64. and properties area, Hill in the Bower’s Julian Creek, Saint River, of the Elizabeth branch ern along the south- should be encouraged development New industrial and George Washington Highway. Highway, Military and South River are of the Elizabeth forced branch to use Canal Drive southern uses along the to and from traffic industrial All traffic. of truck impacted by the high volumes are uses along the corridor negatively and non-industrial the neighborhoods uses, the scattered industrial and Bridge on the Gilmerton with the weight restrictions Currently, where the corridor thereaccess to Interstates 64 and 464. is superior recommendsuses be consolidated at the ends of industrial The Plan 2. Encourage Industrial Uses Adjacent to the Interstate within the corridor. access properties and safely easily can traffic and coordinated parking that local and access such blocks regular through-traffic but also a roadway with regular signal spacing, to carry this balance by creating a roadway with sufficient capacity recommends achieving The Plan gestion on Interstates 64 and 464. of an incident or con- for the interstate in event as a relief valve in the role Highway serves Military South In addition, east and west. points the road through between must traffic support For the region, both regionalneeds. and local Highway must serve Military South 1. Balance the Regional and Local Demands of Traffic and listed below. recommendationsat the right strategic illustrated are frameworks based on the five These two Plan. Highway Corridor Military of the South the structure that form space framework and open On the pages following areframework the development urban design associates Gilmerton Bridge will improve 64 and 464. access to Interstates STRATEGY 2: PROPOSED STRATEGY 2: EXISTING STRATEGY 1 Balance regional and local traffic. Industrial traffic traverses through the neighborhoods. Encourage industrial uses adjacent to the freeway and interchanges. New street connections and a new taei eomnain 12 strategic recommendations
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: of the neighborhoods. improveand will the quality become a recreation will The connected system amenity trails. paths, institutions with a network of sidewalks, connecting these important The plan recommends schools. and the local the area is the Library cited strength A frequently of of the residentslife along the corridor. of for maintaining the quality A connected open space is important 5. Connect to Open Spaces signals. spaced traffic for regularly vide a structure and pro-streets across connect the neighborhoods the corridor will New perpendicular to move traffic east and west. tive means for local streets provide as provide will as well access to properties an alterna- New parallel Highway should be introduced. Military lar to South a network of streetsand perpendicu- both parallel movements, traffic Highway for all Military reliance on South In order to minimize 4. Build a Network of Streets for development. be reclaimed can properties into the intersection and adjacent lanes are incorporated right-turn George Washington Highway should be re-built that exclusive such Highway and Military The intersection of the South Corridor. Military along the South activities of life find many of their daily can Shores residents Oak Manor and Geneva of Woodland Trails, that ing and retailin the coresuch should be located of the corridor hous- new offices, restaurants, including eliminated and mixed uses, uses should be Industrial for the Community. should be reclaimed Road and King Arthur Canal Drive in between The properties 3. Reclaim the Core of Corridor for the Community STRATEGY 5 STRATEGY 4 STRATEGY 3 Connect to open spaces. Build a network of streets. Reclaim the Core for the community. urban design associates taei eomnain 13 strategic recommendations
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Frameworks Canal Drive and west of King Arthur Road to Bower’s and west of King Arthur Canal Drive which Hill east of along the corridor, be located can and manufacturing industry Light restaurant and residential. retail, commercial, office, including This area should redevelop with a mix of uses, of the study area. should be eliminated from the core development with neighborhood compatible uses and not otherwise industrial All interchanges. where there is good access to freeway east and west of the study area, uses towardsThe plan recommends consolidation of industrial the remain of the existing land uses will Much unchanged. to ten years. Highway over the next five Military along South development new establishes the areas of framework and patterns The development Development and the proposed commercialthe neighborhoods community center. connections between recommends local the Plan Finally, community. and away from the proposed commercial center for the interstate, facilitate the movementand commuterwill to the of industrial traffic street connections that local recommends several the Plan addition, In improve the front door to hundreds of businesses in the area. investment will This considerable Route 58 in Bower’s Hill. U.S. interchangefrom with the I-64/Cavalier Boulevard to its terminus interchange 64/Cavalier Boulevard and remain as a four-lane road west to the I- Bridge as a six lane road from the Gilmerton Highway is to be rebuilt Military recommends that South the Plan Most significantly, and regional traffic traffic. local traffic, industrial improvements movement designed to facilitate the appropriate of street recommends connections and several The Master Plan Streets urban design associates park with multiple athletic fields. recreation for a future recommends large scale a location the Plan In addition, Road. and King Arthur Road, Gilmerton Canal Street, Highway, and bike lanes along Military bike trails, power easement, contains broad recreationalopen space system in the greenways The existing and planned parksnections between and institutions. create will con- The open space system of life. quality community's for The open space framework Area enhance the will The Study Open Space opportunities. development and light-industrial should be opened to industrial rmwrs14 frameworks
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: D C B A OPEN SPACE FRAMEWORK Bike path/lanes on Military Highway Bike path/lanes on Military Bike lanes/signs on local streets Recreational greenway in the Dominion Power easement Proposed Regional RecreationReservoir facility and City City Reservoir Manor Colony A Industrial Park Cavalier B
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Dominion Power Easement School Camelot Elementary
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Gilmerton Road Gilmerton Baugher Avenue Baugher Elementary School TreakleG.A. C
D Canal Drive Canal C
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© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,v 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | va chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: E D C B A STREET FRAMEWORK Green Streets that link neighborhoods to community facilities Green Streets that link neighborhoods to community and institutions New industrial access roads Improved South Military HighwayImproved and George South Military Washington Highway New community cross streets aligned across South Military Highway New cross streets aligned across South Military community Improved interchange interstate B A B B urban design associates C D E D C E B IMPROVED STREETS NEW STREETS rmwrs16 frameworks
© 2005 urban design associates south mili tary highway corridorstudy: The StrategicPlan chesapeake, va light industrialandmanufacturinguses. Military Highwayinthisportionofthestudyareawillredevelopas lane boulevardwithanewGilmertonBridge.PropertiesalongSouth ity withnewlandscaping,parkingandsignage. end ofthecorridor.Theroadwillbereconstructedasasix-lanefacil services. Allindustrialuseswillberelocatedtoeithertheeastorwest a communityservingcommercialnodewithretailand ating redevelopment. development. Animprovedinterchangewillfacilitaterevenuegener and undevelopedparcelswillbecomeopportunitysitesforeconomic rural industrialcorridor.Theroadwaywillremainfourlaneswide opment patternsenvisionedalongthecorridor. character areas.Thethreezonescorrespondwiththeproposeddevel The StrategicPlandividesthecorridorintothreedistinctzonesand The easternsectionofthecorridor,Gilmerton,willfeatureasix- The centralportionofthecorridor,Core,willtransforminto The westernendofthecorridor,Bower’sHill,isenvisionedasa | 21 december 2005 | urban design associates - - - patterns STRATEGIC PLAN The Planisdividedintothreezones–eachwillevolveadistinctareawithconsistentcharacteranddevelopment BOWERS HILL CORE the strategic plan GILMERTON 17
© 2005 urban design associates south mili tary highway corridorstudy: Bower’s Hill chesapeake, va 4. IncreasedStreetNetwork new networkofstreets. South MilitaryHighway,andallparcelsshouldbeaccessedfromthe south ofMilitaryHighway.Curbcutsshouldbeeliminatedalong Military Highway.Twonewparallelstreetsareproposednorthand Cavalier IndustrialParkshouldbeextendedeastand south across 3. ExpansionofCavilerIndustrialPark interchange byaligningtheonandofframpsintotwointersections. to therampswilltransformthisrampsystemintoanorganized the proposedInterstateI-64/PleasantGroveParkway.Modifications South MilitaryHighway.Bothalternativesaredesignedtoworkwith There aretwoproposalsfortheinterchangeatInterstate64and 2. RevisedInterchangeatInterstate64andSouthMilitaryHighway from SouthMilitaryHighway. and parkingisencouragedtobeplacedbehindbuildingsfacingaway Military Highwaywithopenviewsthroughthebuffer.Truckdocks with newindustrialuses,buildingsareencouragedtofaceSouth lane boulevardwithalushnaturalbuffer.Asthecorridordevelops South MilitaryHighwaywillbewidenedovertimeintoanewsix- 1. SouthMilitaryHighwayStreetSection parcels anddirectaccesstoInterstates66464US further industrialdevelopment,becauseofthelargeundeveloped Washington Highwaytotheeast.TheBower’sHillareaisidealfor boundaries includeInterstate664tothewestandGeorge Bower’s Hillisthewesterndistrictincorridorstudy.The | 21 december 2005 | urban design associates Route 58. developments. BOWER’S HILL
(SMH) Development Parcel Proposed Industrial Interstate 64 Interstate An improvedinterchangeintheBower’sHillareawillimproveaccesstoexistingindustrialparksandnew Development Parcel Proposed Industrial Industrial Park Cavalier Proposed Extension the strategic plan: Industrial Park to Cavalier Proposed Extension Industrial Park to Cavalier
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© 2005 urban design associates south mili tary highway corridorstudy: Library. new connectionfromtheCamelotCommunityCenterto The extensionofKingArthurDrivesouthtoYadkinsRoadwillbea South MilitaryHighwayfromInterstate664toGeorgeWashington. pedestrian andbicyclist.Abikewayisproposedinthebufferalong All newroadsandallroadimprovementsshouldaccountforthe 5. NewGreenwayConnections congestion alongSouthMilitaryHighway. US Route17/GeorgeWashingtonHighwayintersection,andrelieves Yadkins Road.Theincreasednetworkremovestrucktrafficfromthe Drive isanexampleofastreetthatshouldbeextendedsouthto nect trucktrafficdirectlytoSouthMilitaryHighway.KingArthur north/south connectionsshouldbemadeatregularintervalstocon Additional streetnetworksshouldbebuilt.Parallelroutesandnew turns. traffic originatingatCavalierIndustrial parkisrequiredtomaketwodifficultrighthand EXISTING CONDITIONS The freewayinterchangehasoffset intersections.Northbound I-64 Park Cavalier Industrial
South Military Highway chesapeake, va - ALTERNATIVE TWO(ABOVERIGHT) ALTERNATIVE ONE(ABOVE) ALTERNATIVE TWO(ABOVERIGHT) ALTERNATIVE ONE(ABOVE) | 21 december 2005 Land Captured I-64 Proposed Interstate64/PleasantGrove Connectoroverlay. Interstate 64northexitrampdirectlyexitingintothenewCavalierIndustrialParkSouthdevelopment. Proposed Interstate64/PleasantGrove Connectoroverlay. Interstate 64northonrampfromCavalierIndustrialPark | urban design associates
South Military Highway Land Captured I-64 the strategic plan: Land Captured
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8' 11' 22' 20' 22' 11' 50' min Manufacturing/ bike swale shoulder street street shoulder setback front office Assembly path 160' min ROW
(ABOVE) Proposed street section for South Military Highway Front (BELOW) Existing character of western South Military Highway Office
Existing Conditions
South Military Highway
REDEVELOPMENT PATTERN New industrial development should be set back from Military Highway to maintain the current tree canopy and rural character. Tree clearance and site disturbance should be concentrated on the back of the property. (ABOVE) Character for the proposed multi-lane bike path along South Military Highway (LEFT) Approaching traffic (C,D) should stop short of the intersection of the bike path
south military highway corridor study: chesapeake, va | 21 december 2005 | urban design associates the strategic plan: bower’s hill 20 south mili tary highway corridorstudy: The Core chesapeake, va Highway, andpublicalleyssharedparkingshouldbeencouraged. Over time,curbcutsshouldbelimitedalongSouthMilitary parking streetsthatcanbeaccessedfromSouthMilitary Highway. The currentfrontageroadsshouldbetransformedinto one-way uses. South MilitaryHighwaytoencouragegroundfloorretailandpublic sidewalks andon-streetbikelinesareproposedalongthecoreof South MilitaryHighwayshouldbetwotothreestoriestall.Large parking lotsattherearoflot.Thebuildingsalongcore Buildings areencouragedtobebuiltupthepropertylinewith in bothdirectionswillbeaccommodated encouraged tocreateawide10-footsidewalk.On-streetbikelanes, development. Afivefooteasementonbothsidesoftheroadwillbe formed intoone-wayparkingstreetstoencouragegroundfloorretail vard withlargesidewalks.Thecurrentfrontageroadswillbetrans South MilitaryHighwaywillbewidenedintonewasix-laneboule 1. SouthMilitaryHighwayStreetSection plan proposesmixedcommercialandresidentialusesinthecore. commercial lotsthatbackontostableresidentialneighborhoods.The Canal Drivetotheeast.Thecoreiscurrentlycomprisedofshallow corridor. ThedistrictisboundedbyYadkinsRoadtothewest,and The Coreisthegeographiccenterofstudy,andheart 3. ParkingStreets 2. SouthMilitaryHighwayStreetFrontage | 21 december 2005 | urban design associates - - EXISTING CONDITIONS
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The neighborhoodsintheCorearebisectedbySouthMilitaryHighwa y. Camelot Boulevard Camelot
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© 2005 urban design associates south mili tary highway corridorstudy: a gatewaytothecommunity. ner propertiescanberedevelopedwithmulti-storybuildingsmaking reconstructing andmodifyingthededicatedright-turnlanes,cor Washington Highwaycanbereclaimedasanurbanintersection.By The existingintersectionatSouthMilitaryHighwayandGeorge 5. Gateway dential neighborhoods. Highway inthecoreareencouragedtodevelopintomixeduseresi ples forthisstudy.LargeparcelsnotfacingontoSouthMilitary Reclaiming thecoreforcommunityisoneofdesignprinci 4. NewResidentialNeighborhoods chesapeake, va - - - ILLUSTRATIVE PLAN | 21 december 2005 The Corewillberedevelopedwith new mixed-usedevelopmentandneighborhoodservingretailcommercial.
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© 2005 urban design associates south mili tary highway corridorstudy: Parking Street Parking Street interconnected parkingareas chesapeake, va | 21 december 2005 South MilitaryHighway | urban design associates 10’ PEDESTRIANZONE PARKING STREET setback 5' sidewalk 5' parking street Proposed streetsectionandplanfortheparkingstreetspedestrianorienteddevelopmentalongSouthMilitaryHighway 18' Proposed plandetailofthesidewalk andbuildingsetback median 9' lane bike 5' street 33' Zones Clear Pedestrian 10’ 160' min ROW 20' ROW the strategic plan: street 33' lane bike 5' median 9' the core parking street 18' sidewalk 5' 5' setback 23
© 2005 urban design associates south mili tary highway corridorstudy: Washington Highway (BOTTOM) (TOP) Existing conditionsalongSouthMilitaryHighway Aerial perspectivelookingwestalongSouthMilitaryHighwaytowards George chesapeake, va (BOTTOM) (TOP) Perspective ofinitialphaseredevelopment intheCore | 21 december 2005 Perspective ofproposedmixed-use corridor | urban design associates Parking Street Military Highway Mainline ofSouth Parking Street Parking Street Military Highway Mainline ofSouth the strategic plan: the core 24
© 2005 urban design associates south mili tary highway corridorstudy: Gilmerton chesapeake, va recreational greenway. The Canalalsocrossesthe powerlineeasementthatcanbecomea Canal isanopportunityfor agreenwaycrossingandportagesite. The proposalshowsthecrossingofSouthMilitaryHighway andthe bridgehead totheregionalparkplanforGreatDismal Swamp. The OldInter-CoastalWaterwayisanopportunitytobea 4. OpenSpace the newbridgeintofuture. current proposaltoassureprovisionsforbicyclesand pedestrians on east andawayfromthecore.ThePlanrecommendsmodifying trucks candirectlyaccessInterstate464.Trucktrafficwillbedirected date heavytrucktraffic.Withthisrouteopenfortraffic, The newGilmertonBridgewillbewidenedtosixlanesaccommo 3. RebuildingoftheGilmertonBridge Energy accessroad. site shouldgainaccessbyextendinganewroadtotheAtlantic along SaintJulianCreekshouldbedevelopedasindustrialuses.The Drive andtheextensionofMichaelDrive.Theremainingproperties The frameworksincludenewroadsfortrucktrafficalongCanal 2. IndustrialDevelopmentAlongDeepCreek lane boulevardandremovingthetwo-wayfrontageroads. The PlanrecommendswideningSouthMilitaryHighwayintoasix- 1. StreetSection encourage industrialusesthatutilizethedeepwateraccess. trucks willhavedirectaccesstoInterstate464.Thedistrictshould Creek, andwiththeconstructionofnewGilmertonBridge, access tothesouthernbranchofElizabethRiverandSaintJulian South MilitaryHighway/I-464interchangetotheeast.Theareahas The GilmertonDistrictisboundbyCanalDrivetothewest,and | 21 december 2005 | urban design associates - ILLUSTRATIVE PLAN
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Atlantic Energy | urban design associates TYPICAL STREET setback Proposed streetimprovementsand rearroadplanfordevelopmentalongSouthMilitaryHighway path bike 12' median 9' street 33' South MilitaryHighway new road new road 160' min interconnected parkingareas ROW 20' street 33' the strategic plan: median 9' path bike 12' setback gilmerton 26
© 2005 urban design associates south mili tary highway corridorstudy: across thenewbridge,evenwhenbridgeisincreasedtosixlanes. GILMERTON BRIDGE The Planrecommendsmaintainingpedestrianandbicyclefacilities chesapeake, va | 21 december 2005 | urban design associates gilmerton bridgesections 27
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Urban Design Guidelines growth along South Military Highway. Military growth along South to continuing is key A mix of uses throughout the corridor defined. automobile. and the the bicyclist, providesframework for the pedestrian, 4. Building Setbacks 3. Development Blocks 2. Framework of Streets and Open Space 1. Land Use the following: include area outlined for each Guidelines work initiative area. for each frame- define the development Design Guidelines Specific The Site Site Specific Design Guidelines and parking. building heights, setbacks, corridors, view open space, blocks, of streets, frameworks the development for the specific areas include Criteria tinct areas. community. the to a vital mixed use core corridor that services industrial commercial/ from an under used strip the corridor transform tually should be followed by the incremental even- redevelopment that will and parking that setbacks building height, as land use, ments such ele- the critical on the following The diagrams pages illustrate Plan. redevelopment of the Core Areation for the eventual of the Master direc- contained in this section offer The Urban Design Guidelines and the semi-public space between buildings. building may be placed. no outside of which blocks, The edges of development defined. The Master Plan defined South Military Highway into three dis- Military defined South The Master Plan The permitted uses for the buildings in plan areThe permitted Front of the street define the character setbacks The limits of development of buildings are The limits of development The streets and open space urban design associates ra eingieie 28 urban design guidelines
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: hoods. fromposed as a transition the core to adjacent residential neighbor- is pro- a mix of residential types Additionally, behind the buildings. by on-street parking and shared parking buildings areAll served miniums are permitted upper floor uses in the mixed-use buildings. or condo- Residential apartments Highway. Military center to South mix of commercial and residential uses that establishes a community vision for the Core is a Study Highway Corridor Military The South Land Use Land Use urban design associates urban design guidelines: RESIDENTIAL LIGHT INDUSTRIAL/MANUFACTURING MIXED-USE land use land 29
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: experience. Highway thereby enhancing the pedestrian Military South reducescuts along pattern curb block development The organized Highway. Military with multipletern public access points to South are New streetsproposed to establish a regularpat- and alleys block Development Blocks Development Blocks urban design associates urban design guidelines: development blocks DEVELOPMENT BLOCKS 30
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: and alleys. and shared parking lots should be accessed by side streets scaping, required to be screened from the street with either buildings or land- parking All lots are placed at the rearblocks. of the development Parking lots are required to be streets are proposed this need. to fulfill Two parking for the proposed retail important is extremely uses. On-streetparking parallel of parking options are available. A variety Parking Parking urban design associates urban design guidelines: DEDICATED PARKING SHARED COMMERCIAL PARKING ON-STREET PARKING parking 31
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: or public paths to shared parking lots. plazas, courts, should be composed as gardens, zones Gaps in the setback should be occupied by building. zones linear footage of the setback 85% of the In the Core, uses along the corridor. the light industrial and to accommodate elements, widths and facade in sidewalk bility add flexi- to create is permitted visual variety, flexibility Some core. commercial friendly to provide and a pedestrian spacious sidewalks Buildings are placed within the prescribed setbacks facing the street. buildings are and all required to have the front elevation character, Highway in the Core is designed to be of an urban Military South Setbacks Setbacks urban design associates urban design guidelines: 15' 10'–15' SETBACK 5'–10' SETBACK 5' SETBACK + SETBACK setbacks 32
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: of the pedestrian. equipment should be concealed from the eye roof All top expression. with an upper cornice proportions vertical the mixed-use buildings in region ground have a tall floor with The massing of Highway. Military address the dimensions of South of the buildings are to The scales such or condos. and apartments upper floor uses aboveencourage retail as professional offices such The building heights are set to Highway. Military of South scale to address from to six stories the heights range two Development Building Heights Building Heights urban design associates urban design guidelines: building heights 6–7 STORIES 4–5 STORIES 2–3 STORIES 33
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: points. fied as focal made in the design of corners buildings that have been identi- attention should be Special for the mix-use core. gateway important is also an Highway and Canal Drive Military intersection of South The and social center of the corridor. intersection is the geographic Highway and George This Washington Military South Highway. is the intersection of point for the corridor focal The most important Focal Points and Views Focal Points and Views urban design associates urban design guidelines: focal points and views points focal FOCAL FACADE FOCAL POINT AXES/VIEW CORRIDORS 34
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: public open space along the corridor.new Additional public parks are proposed to provide for opportunities provide streetwill and bicyclists. new scape shade for pedestrians Highway and Military along South A planted boulevard Highway. Highway and George Washington Military intersection of South Two parks are new proposed in the plan to mark the Core at the Parks and Open Space Parks and Open Space urban design associates urban design guidelines: parks and open space STREETSCAPE PARKS 35
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Architectural Design Guidelines ous pages on the previ- as indicated in locations should be emphasized Corners Awnings are required south facing retail on all frontage Awnings facing retail frontage arenorth along all encouraged Balconies on upper floors are encouraged line 2 at 42') should createfor the building a cap The top floor (above expression Various roof are forms encouraged. Add on elements minimum 30% maximum 50%, of glass to solid on upper floor: Ratio minimum 70% of glass to solid on ground floor: Ratio glass is discouraged Tinted windowsAll be transparent. shall windows height Ground be full level shall proportioned be vertically shall Windows Facade Composition Vertical 50' occur every shall Breaks and articulation 42' Expression line 2: 16' Expression line: 1'- 3' Base Line: Regulating Lines Highway. Highway and George Washington Military of South corner 65') at the primary (max. 35') to six stories (min. from stories two in height vary Highway shall Military Buildings along the South Massing urban design associates ra eingieie 36 urban design guidelines
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Implementation to the City. and strong accountability charter with a specific development agency or by creating a new enabled under state law, currently authorities of one Chesapeake's existing done either by amending the bylaws could be The creation an agency, of such nities in the study area. opportu- to focus on development Authority Highway Development Military a South may consider forming the City ment in which of develop- climate suggest a new The recommendations in this Plan South Military Highway Development Authority facilitated both commercial and residential development. that have partnerships has also forged public/private The City parks. and libraries, museums, initiatives including many examples of such has The City public projects institutions for its citizens. and cultural of of Chesapeake has been proactive in the development The City ORGANIZATIONAL 5 4 3 2 1 categories: into five be organized can The tools and mechanisms dation. requirewill multiple foun- funding sources organizational and a firm The projects Highway Master Plan. Military implement the South to have to be mobilized will both public and private, Many resources, Additional Studies Private Finance Finance Public Regulatory Organizational urban design associates public projects and investment to the greatest extent possible in fur- to leverage forum task oriented intent is to establish an ongoing, the however, This list is not intended to be exhaustive or exclusive; Chesapeake Conventions and Tourism Bureau • Chesapeake Division Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce, • Board and Neighborhood Associations Advisory Citizens • Authority of Chesapeake Economic Development City • of Public Works of Chesapeake Department City • and Parks Economic Development, of Chesapeake Planning, City • Board Schools Chesapeake Public • of Department Virginia Transportation • Hampton Roads Transit Authority • should be representedorganizations in the Coordinating Task force: the following As a minimum, outcome consistent with the Plan. other for the best possible complement each ensure that their efforts of these existing agencies to implement specific projects and to for the entire community.opportunities and economic development of life on the quality ing implications but many of their decisions have far reach- have their own missions, and under their own These existing agencies operate charters Plan. the implementation of to support ensure a coordinated effort agencies should convene on a regular existing public/private basis to is being considered, the creation of a redevelopment authority While Force Coordinating Task and Recreation Departments It is recommended that the City form a Coordinating form It is recommended that the City Task Force mlmnain37 implementation
© 2005 urban design associates planned and implemented. projects aretus of projects as they under way and on new being that providesworking forum and receives regular on the sta- reports It is intended to be a goals of the Plan. the development thering ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: as the expansion and enhancement of residentialto development such in category, suggest changes some of which area of the corridor, also makes bold recommendations for land use in the "core" Plan the However, in the study area would remain valid under the Plan. parcels and industrial and residential, commercial, institutional, ness, busi- land uses for office, Current designations and permitted zoning Land Use REGULATORY by the City.istratively admin- and supported The committees could be organized the Plan. of ideas in furtherance as incubate new as well ponents of the Plan, and enact current com- direct, Committees) to promote, and District Permitting Procedures; and Development Support; Entertainment and Cultural Neighborhood Needs and Amenities; Amenities; into ized Working Committees (such as Business Needs and as a resource for the Coordinating could be organ- They Task Force. the planning process should continue their involvement vened during officials) that were con- and transportation merchants, providers, service developers, major employers, focus groups (residents, The persons who attended the interest significant in the Plan. strated demon- the Chesapeake community the planning process, During Working Committees uses are located near to each other.uses arenear to each located whereand residential industrial particularly mixed land uses, between and buffering screening, requirements to require more landscaping, incentives. and economic land use intent, availability, promote property to further ends of the corridor and western at the eastern ment zones the disjointed pattern that now exists. than rather along the corridor, pattern compatible and unified zoning incentives should have the ultimate objective of facilitating a more Such or similar targeted outcomes of the Plan. open space, housing, other objectives of the plan for mixed market achieve ers when they parking in the area. of off site on site needs and to account for the availability driven specific steps need to occur. At a minimum, these projects. who undertake developers project mixes and support need to be addressed that still pattern to facilitate existing zoning there are aspects of the However, recommends. Comprehensive Plan that the of mixed use development allows for the type activity. center for regionalcommercial scale and industrial major activity as a identifies this corridor which adopted Comprehensive Plan, are Most of these changes consistent with the recently ed business. orient- and the expansion of service mixed-use housing types include Next, update the City’s development review and/or zoning review update the City’s development Next, develop- and light-industrial heavy-industrial formalize Thirdly, incentives for develop- of zoning implement a range The second, The first is to update parking requirements market to support the currentdesignations for study area zoning In general, urban design associates nent City Codes. nent City Ordinance and other perti- ing better compliance with the Zoning aimed at ensur- a sustained and proactive effort as needed to support ed development along the improveded development roadway. (ICOD) District orient- – guidelines for industrial Overlay Corridor ing area land uses shape the need to establish – via an Industrial and surround- of the corridor location combined with the geographic That intent, within the corridor. opportunities development trial and heavy indus- light industrial, need to promote commercial-retail, the the design charrette indicated input during and extensive public, those for the TCOD growth corridors. redevelopment management in this area different are from slightly the intentions for development/ is appropriate, Highway corridor Military approach for the South Although the overlay development. attractive for high quality, by creating two corridors opportunities potential of those TCOD the economic development is to preserve The intent of the Chesapeake Expressway Boulevard Corridor). and Route 168 (Battlefield Corridor) (Dominion Boulevard (TCOD) District Policy that applies to Route 17 Overlay Council has adopted a Chesapeake City Transportation Corridor of The City tool. to have tangible value as a development character and design intent, development boundaries, investigation of overlay for focused This exercise call will plan objectives in specific areas. regulations that induce special overlay to apply be opportunities will designations there and district zoning, In addition to the land use, Overlays Lastly, enhance or expand the City's zoning inspections program zoning enhance or expand the City's Lastly, As a part of the needs assessment conducted during this study, of the needs assessment conducted during As a part mlmnain38 implementation
© 2005 urban design associates employment opportunities for the City of Chesapeake. for the City employment opportunities tax revenue and to generate the ability offer will Highway corridor The establishment of an ICOD Military for the South the corridor. and commercial\retailof consistent with the character development define industrial that will provide framework will District a policy ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: to facilitate the creation (CHDO) of affordable housing in the area. Organization Housing Development lishment of a Community should consider promoting the estab- The City affordable housing. infill of new and construction home buyer counseling and assistance, first time and HOME funds for down assistance, structure payment for rehab of existing low income housing and infra- and moderate is to use CDBG funds A good housing strategy ture in eligible areas. be applied for both housing and infrastruc- while CDBG funds can for housing, HOME is used exclusively (CDBG). Grants Block the Federal HOME program and Federal Development Community and public buildings. libraries, ums, muse- as schools, such as public facilities, as well housing programs, and street improvements. struction, con- sewer under the Capital Improvement Budget for park projects, bond fund program and the City if necessary; ments and acquisition, program funding using Federal funds for road improve- and State Federal Aid transportation Highway: Military along South structure sources for financing public infra- primary has used two The City PUBLIC FINANCE As with the existing TCODs, the Industrial Corridor Overlay Corridor the Industrial As with the existing TCODs, The two main public funding sourcesThe two for affordable housing are also be a source bond funds can for financing affordable City project area, as well as special code enforcement as well activities by the City. project area, in the and for site assembly could be used for public infrastructure in the projectlife area. of and improved quality to promote economic opportunity (CDC) Corporation Development ing the establishment of a Community should consider promot- the City Additionally, improvements. ridor the provision revenues streamscor- of dedicated for various including activities and economic development, facilitating revitalization for or business improvement could be a mechanism district district, & Growth Enhancement (EDGE)Development funds. and Federal Bank Economic Home Loan Fund; Loan Development the Industrial Program; Guarantee the Federal 108 Loan Section funds for environmental remediation sites; of industrial/commercial Federal Brownfield and parking; trails, funding for streets, gram Federal pro- Aid transportation as: such should also be considered, and Historic Rehabilitation tax credits. and Historic Income Housing tax credits; Low New Markets tax credits; ization: downtowns to historic undergoing revital- equity private attracting provisions Reinvestment Act of the Community of 1977 (CRA). investments in low under income neighborhoods and moderate ty FederallyAll banks are chartered required to provide loans and equi- PRIVATE FINANCE aty Federal (CDBG) Grants Block Development Community Lastly, special taxing Zone, as an Enterprise Designating the corridor Federal special purpose and loan programs grant Other and State Three Federal tax credit valuable in programs are especially urban design associates Department of Economic Development. Department mate provided by groups as the Chamber of Commerce such and the business cli- by a favorable the public finance programs listed above, provided to the area be attracted investments will by the leverage by These private and trusts). pension funds, companies, (insurance and institutional investors entrepreneurs, merchants, tenants, anchor along the corridor. of life quality overall to improve the beneficial and sustained efforts engage in mutually whose desire and goal is to organizations other community-based and faith-based entities, clubs, by service and efforts partnerships should explore and promote The City public/private neighborhoods. projects in the projecteconomic development area and in adjacent for progressive dollars invest private housing and can Inc., Roads, of Hampton League as the Urban such non profit organizations, Commercial Market Study Commercial Market as: such Highway Corridor, Military for the S. plan strategic to implement specific aspects of this overall undertaken Additional need to be detailed studies and plans will of Chesapeake. and the citizens the major stakeholders, makers and administrators, policy now will be the focus of City's of implementing the Plan The hard work a road map for the future. plan, development strategic in essence a document, is a policy Highway Plan Military The South ADDITIONAL STUDIES oa n ainlfudtos uha h odFudto,and as the Ford such Foundation, and national foundations, Local The backbone of private financing will come from financing will developers, of private The backbone mlmnain39 implementation
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: objectives. goals and of life and quality housing, economic development, and other City Comprehensive Plan, the City's plan, this strategic as an enhancement to, and serve with, should maintain continuity These and other detailed studies plans that may be conducted Study Industrial Market Neighborhood Stabilization Plan Residential Study Market urban design associates mlmnain40 implementation
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Study area Transportation Appendix: operations. capture morepark and improve land for the industrial traffic Park to Industrial the ability and the interstate while also offering interchange Boulevard that would maintain access to/from the are alternatives for the I-64/Cavalier plan two under consideration of the strategic As a part interchange. to the I-64/Cavalier Boulevard remainwill a four-section from the I-664/Bower’s interchange Hill Highway Military it is envisioned that South However, this segment. Future volumes are traffic expected to increase along land uses. trial while accommodating future character light-indus- retain this rural It is planned to in nature. is a four-lane section and rural corridor This section of the Washington intersection. Highway signalized Highway/George Military west of the South immediately the I-664/Bower’s interchange Hill and continues east to a point The Bower’s plan begins in the west at segment of the strategic Hill Bower’s Hill of these districts. acteristics improvements and recommendations that correspond with the char- require will patterns posed development and result in transportation The pro- along the corridor. of the threeor districts distinct zones The intent of the strategic plan is to identify and address the needs urban design associates businesses. on-streetthat offer parking and more direct access for customers to way frontage roads to one-way existing two- The second option considers converting the corridor. behind businesses while buildings front streetlocated local system a One option looks at developing among adjacent land uses. tivity route while retaining interconnec- direct access points to the primary Both intend to limit cial/retail and office access along the corridor. commer- to support are alternatives two being entertained facility Highway to a six-lane In addition to improving Military South area. economic core for residential and businesses in the neighborhoods It is envisioned that this section wil section. This section is planned to be widened a six-lane boulevard and residential land uses. retail, of an inconsistent mix commercial, Today is four-lane section comprised of the corridor this portion east. intersection in the signalized Highway/Canal Drive Military South Washington intersection in the west and Highway signalized Highway/George Military area and is defined by the South center of the study Coreis the geographic The Community district Community Core frontage roads or “parking streets” l become the community and l become the community rnprainapni 41 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: and I-64. I-464, for more direct Boulevard, access to Brambleton Truck be directed will east traffic away fromCore. the Community be directed businesses can and other heavy light industrial Plant Power from traffic the Dominion Virginia truck Bridge Gilmerton improvements to the With frontage of existing two-way roads. and the elimination Highway to a six-lane facility Military of South The plan recommends the widening promoted within this segment. continue to be land uses will Heavy industrial Julian Creek. Saint River and of the Elizabeth Branch deep water access to the Southern land uses and requiring heavy industrial supports district The Gilmerton the highest volumes of traffic. tinuing to experience in regional demand resultcon- traffic in this segment of the corridor Improvements and increases to the bridge basis. on a daily of traffic the highest volume carries This segment currently Bridge. Gilmerton improvement along this segment is the replacementportation of the trans- A key Highway/I-464 interchange in the east. Military South intersection in the west and signalized Highway/Canal Drive Military is bound by the South district The Gilmerton Gilmerton urban design associates rnprainapni 42 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Existing Conditions acterized by high traffic volumes carrying significant portions of portions significant volumes carrying by high traffic acterized char- major centers of activity, serving defined as a multi-lane facility arterial, as a principal This roadway is classified tions for the corridor. condi- and level-of-service operations impact traffic and significantly dramatically volumes rise traffic Highway corridor, Military South Treakle from I-64 to the is diverted and traffic Bridge) (G.A. bridge incidents occur at the high-rise When ment route to Interstate 64. Highway. Military on South traffic also generate along the corridor Various and commercial neighborhoods uses businesses. industrial from numerous through light commuters and heavy trucks including of users for a variety as a major east-west arterial It serves serves. for the users it is both an asset and a detriment Its location tion. and regional demands of both a local popula- the traffic serving rial arte- route but an urban transport is no longer just a military facility The of Chesapeake and the Hampton Roads region. for the City per day.vehicles count of approximately 2,000 (ADT) traffic daily with an average areas farm the roadway through ran rural the time of its construction, At supplies. providing military a direct route to transport Norfolk, areas the congested traffic of Portsmouth It bypassed and Shipyard. Little Creek Naval Amphibious Base and the Norfolk Station, Naval the Norfolk highway to serve Highway was built as a defense Military South of I-64, before the construction 1940s, In the early of Chesapeake and the Hampton Roads area.roadway for the City Route 13) has long been an important Highway (U.S. Military South Today, South Military Highway serves as an incident manage- Highway serves Military South Today, roadway Highway continues to be an important Military South urban design associates the corridor. into as a gateway serves Bridge the Gilmerton In the east, Bridge. requires immediate attention is the replacement of the Gilmerton that pieces of this corridor One of the critical continue to climb. will the regional dependence on this corridor increase in the region, of 2005. in the spring by Kimley-Horn gathered counts along the corridor traffic Current daily average ized. are Major intersections along the corridor signal- area urban traffic. I-664 The bridge was constructed in 1938 and crosses the Southern was constructed The bridge As population growth volumes continue to and associated traffic Western Branch CHESAPEAKE PORTSMOUTH River Elizabeth I-64 Greenbriar I-64 rnprainapni 43 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates between land uses (particularly industrial activity adjacent to residen- activity industrial land uses (particularly between insufficient buffers maintenance and aesthetics, poor property Highway is impacted by Military The image of South issues. traffic are many of which inter-related with the has many current problems, of 2009. be completed in the fall of 2007 and will in the fall is expected to begin construction Currently, flow. in traffic ruptions Fewer inter- openings equal fewer 30% reductionopenings. in bridge resulting in a 25% to tions and an increased mean water clearance being designed with no weight restric- is currently structure bridge The new lanes is based on futureaccommodate six travel demand. The reconfiguration of the laneage to lanes. pedestrian/bicycle shared with two lanes, travel have four vehicle initially will bridge The six-lane River. Highway over the Elizabeth Military along South process that allows to continued passage staged construction traffic be built along the existing alignment using a bridge that the new Council approved The City in 2005. is to be finalized bridge new and the design work for the Bridge replacement of the Gilmerton of Department The Virginia Transportation has planned for the west and access I-64 via George dor to travel Washington Highway. at the east end of corri- generated traffic forcing heavy vehicle all weight restrictions: has the following the bridge of its age, Because per day. vehicles count of 36,000 vehicle daily that has an average four-lane structure bascule span, is a twin The bridge River. of the Elizabeth Branch ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: wnTalr:27 TonsTwin Trailers: 20 TonsSemi-Trailers: 14 Tons Units: Single ln ihtevlm ftafcadvreyo sr,the corridor of users, and variety Along with the volume of traffic along the corridor commercial affect These restrictions activity opeesv ln oio eraayi a eta 06 The was kept at 2026. year analysis horizon Comprehensive Plan, Regional Transportation of Chesapeake and the 2026 City Plan Commission (HRPDC) District the 2026 Hampton Roads Planning to remain consistent with and in a effort Study, Highway Corridor For Military the South Highway as an eight-lane facility. Military section of South The 2050 MTP identifies the ultimate typical of Chesapeake. taining and directing futurein the City development role a key in sus- of the 2050 MTP plays The development (MTP). Chesapeake has also adopted their 2050 Master Transportation Plan of the City adopted 2026 Comprehensivethe recently Plan, tion of the corridor. and Warehousing\Light uses in the western por- Industrial portion, Business\Commercial General uses in the middle Bridge, Gilmerton of the uses in the vicinity and Heavy Industrial Related Industrial with a continued emphasis on Water ture of uses along the corridor, • residential, and agricultural uses in the western portion (Bower’s portion uses in the western and agricultural residential, • a mix of warehousing\light-industrial • residential and office\institutional a mix of business\commercial, • with some residential and heavy and light water-related industry • lines). and utility and sewer poor lighting, signalization, ordinated traffic unco- Highway pavement needs resurfacing, Military South Bridge, (Gilmerton infrastructure and inadequate or deteriorating tial areas), Hill) Hill) Core) (Community portion in the middle (Gilmerton) business\commercial portion in the eastern In addition to the updated 2026 Land Use Plan which is part of is part which Use In addition to the updated 2026 Land Plan reflects a mix- UseThe City’s updated Land Plan most recently Land uses along the corridor are generally characterized by: characterized are uses along the corridor generally Land urban design associates Military Highway per the 2050 MTP.Military for South those needs and the ultimate eight-lane configuration addresses the needs for 2026 and are not intended to contradict Plan The recommended improvements2050 MTP. and the associated in relation to the year of analysis is an interim 2026 planning horizon that the It should be recognized years. to forty-five in the next forty The 2050 MTP addresses demand that is expected traffic five years. to twenty- need to be accommodated overthat will the next twenty tion is identified in the MTP. and thereforeneed for an eight-lane facility that ultimate configura- the indicated jections prepared of Chesapeake however, by the City pro- The 2050 traffic Highway Corridor. Military tion of the South and four-lanes for the western sec- six-lanes for a major portion only year of 2026 results projections in traffic requiring planning horizon Current average Highway daily traffic counts along South Military The interim year (2026) of analysis reflects demand the traffic year (2026) of analysis The interim rnprainapni 44 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Corridor Needs Corridor Assessment • Minimal transit service Minimal transit • facilities and/or bicycle of pedestrian Lack • Poor lighting • Feeder road system • lanes turn of exclusive Lack • of access management (too much access) Lack • (signal timing) Uncoordinated signal system • Condition of pavement • Bridge Gilmerton • relate as they to transportation. nesses of the corridor said there agreement was general regardingor weak- the challenges also be It can and regional at both the local level. Highway corridor Military of the South and economic significance transportation Potential for a major commercial corridor • replacement Bridge for Gilmerton Plan • wide existing right-of-way Relatively • system link in the regional transportation Vital • Provides route alternate to the interstate • to the interstate Accessibility • in the region location Central • Highway corridor. Military South the strengthsment process by identifying and weaknesses of the needs assess- aided in the corridor citizens and local Stakeholders Weaknesses include: identified for the corridor that residents in the study area clear understand the It was very included: for the corridor Strengths urban design associates Lighting • Signage • Pedestrian facilities and bicycle • accessibility Corridor • Turn lane requirements • analysis of service Intersection level • timing Signal • Bridge Gilmerton • Chesapeake for the following elements: of and the City businesses, residents, issues facing local and verify to identify was conducted by Kimley-Horn an inventory the corridor Upon identifying both the perceived Upon identifying strengths and weaknesses of rnprainapni 45 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Gilmerton Bridge Gilmerton undivided facility. as a four-lane of the bridge capacity carrying ume exceeds the vehicle limit of acceptable LOS. standard or the by and other agencies as the industry ognized VDOT rec- or C) is typically B, LOS A, LOS D or better (i.e., F the worst. with A being the best and LOS A through LOS F; of service, levels Manual (HCM) defines six The Highway Capacity stream. traffic perception conditions and motorist’s operational within a describes LOS is defined as a qualitative measure that control conditions. and traffic, under prevailing roadway, tion within a specified period intersec- road segment or throughpass over a particular a particular River. of the Elizabeth Branch the Southern and commuters routes begin to seek alternative to crossing bridge, when an incident occurs at the high-rise increases significantly This number volume of approximately 36,000 vehicles. traffic daily an average carries the bridge Currently in 1938. constructed bridge bascule span is a four-lane undivided twin Bridge The Gilmerton AL AAIYLSCRITERIA FOR URBAN DAILYARTERIALS CAPACITY LOS Even under normal traffic conditions the current daily traffic vol- traffic conditions the current traffic Even under normal daily that can is defined as the maximum number of vehicles Capacity LOS D A C B E 4-LANE ARTERIAL 10,800–18,000 18,001–24,800 29,101–33,000 24,801–29,100 TABLE 1: 0–10,800 urban design associates 6-LANE ARTERIAL 43,701–49,500 16,201–27,000 37,101–43,700 27,001–37,100 0–16,200 Chesapeake to replace this structure. of the need for City support concerns safety operations traffic and general frequent openings, inadequate capacity, structure, The combination of a deteriorating traffic. or bicycle pedestrian and vehicle separating therebarrier is no physical However, direction. are in each provided deck Sidewalks along the bridge ability. little room in width and offer for error 10 feet or maneuver- mately Travel are lanes across the bridge approxi- coming inside lane traffic. on- separation barrier range from 45mph to 55mph with no physical Average speeds across travel the bridge concerns. inherent safety within the core traveling operations. impacting traffic unnecessarily traffic This results in a large amount of through truck corridor. attempting to access I-64 and through Core the Community of the toward the George to be diverted Washington Highway intersection flow at this location. along the corridor traffic result traffic in frequentopenings that interrupt river bridge combined with vibrant clearance vertical Low lift. requiring a bridge and along the shoreRiver without of the bridge line Elizabeth north immediately deep water businesses located accessing industrial ships from sized prohibits moderately clearance This low vertical deck. and the bridge the water surface between clearance low vertical In addition to being undersized, the Gilmerton Bridge also has a Bridge the Gilmerton In addition to being undersized, ie h r nwihtebig a osrce,there are was constructed, the bridge in which Given the era Weight require limitations associated with the bridge traffic tuck rnprainapni 46 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Signal Timing Signal ment incident management plans when traffic is diverted off of I-64. ment incident management plans when traffic is diverted to imple- as provide as well an opportunity conditions, under normal nal system. as a coordinated sig- Highway should operate Military along South six signals all Given this criteria, expectancy. and driver spacing, signal demands, traffic three factors are key considered: boundaries, be improved can with signal timing. capacity short-term, in the (per the 2050 Master divided facility Transportation Plan), be an eight-lane ultimately Highway will Military South recognizes the city While is required. that additional capacity it is obvious today, and persistent congestion. delays significant incur frequentmile stretch stops, of roadway often this 7.5 traveling Motorist progression through of traffic the corridor. of one another and do not promote the independently operate they Rather like a system. operate that they and thus not coordinated such Cavalier Boulevard • George WashingtonHighway • Canal Drive • (railroad crossing) Atlantic Energy • off-ramp I-464 Southbound • off-ramp I-464 Northbound • at the following locations: Highway Military There intersections along South are six signalized hswl ev w e ucin,provide increased capacity functions, key two serve This will system signal timings and overall optimized developing When Highway Military that uses South Given the amount of traffic signals at these intersections areThe traffic not interconnected urban design associates Signal locations rnprainapni 47 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Intersection Level of Intersection Level Service Analysis Service 2026 traffic volume projections.2026 traffic Therefore intersection was assessed under this proposed signalized Highway west of Cavalier Boulevard. at Military Off-Ramp has a low side street volume a single user and serves since it only in the detailed analysis included Cavalier Boulevard • George WashingtonHighway • Canal Drive • off-ramp I-464 Southbound • off-ramp I-464 Northbound • intersections: following five signalized for the (LOS) analysis conducted level-of-service Kimley-Horn dor, lane lengths and detailed assignments associated with the corri- storage To phasing, including assess detail signal operations further LOS the AM peak hour and LOS the PM peak F during D during at operates intersection currently signalized off-ramp northbound the I-464 edge of the study area, at the eastern Located muters. of com- and departure in delay based on arrival directional variations highly this intersection experiences By the nature of its location, I-464 Northbound Off-Ramp There signal at the I-64 of a traffic are plans for the construction was not entrance at the Atlantic Energy signal located The traffic urban design associates focus and operates at a higher LOS.focus and operates Highway mainline is the primary Military the South PM peak hour, the during However, the AM peak. delay during ences a significant Highway experi- Military South Therefore, amount of green time. this movement receives a significant off-ramp, the northbound from queuing on In minimizing the potential of I-464 vehicles hour. tial neighborhoods to the east. This intersection operates at LOS This intersection operates E to the east. tial neighborhoods and residen- to the north employment at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard Traffic influenced by at this intersection are operations significantly Canal Drive resulting in better level-of-service. Highway, Military to South more greenbe allocated time can ramp, northbound volumes are the southbound exit ramp lower Because than the hour. ates at LOS the AM peak and LOS the PM peak B during C during Highway oper- Military at South The I-464 southbound off-ramp I-464 Southbound Off-Ramp rnprainapni 48 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates Highway. Military restricts the progression along South opportunities side-street volume The heavy Canal Drive tent throughout the day. is consis- pattern This traffic Highway. Military mainline of South movement equals those along the southbound left-turn bypass, ural functions as a nat- Canal Drive Since George Washington Highway. Highway and the intersection of Military to bypass of the corridor Washington destined toward Highway that allows motorists the east Highway and George Military South connector between itself is a local Canal Drive both the AM and PM peak hours. during ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: interconnect the signals along corridor. and coordination between be improved the poor LOS easily with can are frequent and common, stops at this intersection Because are lane capacity. exceeding turning and tire median where marks the grass traverse volumes traffic, truck from the pavement shows increased signs of rutting deteriorating, Pavement conditions failing condition. of this intersection suggests a appearance the physical balanced, tively Despite actual volumes through the intersection being rela- hours. at LOS the AM and PM peak operates Highway currently D during The intersection of George Washington Military Highway at South Highway George Washington at the intersection are heavily South Military Highway operations. Military South queue to lengths that impede often that they are magnitude, of such Volumes park into the industrial oriented Park. Cavalier Industrial into the oriented traffic Highway left-turn Military bound South and the east- traffic intersection accommodate the I-64 exit ramp The existing timings for the the AM and PM peak hours. D during at LOS operates intersection currently Boulevard Off-ramp\Cavalier The I-64 were traffic component. easy ingress\egress a key of truck To in the City. ensurecess stories the success of this development, ParkCavalier Industrial is one I-64 Off-Ramp\Cavalier Boulevard of many economic development suc- of many economic development urban design associates rnprainapni 49 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities a Class I multi-purpose path along the corea Class I multi-purpose area. Bicycle/Trails Committee representatives recommend also including the Chesapeake Class II bike lanes recommended in this study, In addition to the the entireto accommodate this activity. corridor facilities along are recommending bicycle the designation of separate we of this study, As part on public streets and sidewalks. from cycling are not prohibited although bicyclists facilities, no designated bicycle the study area there Within are is well-established. Highway corridor activity. the presenceand/or bicyclist demonstrating of pedestrians Paths exist along the roadway or along the frontage roads. grass, in the are pedestrians forced most cases to walk on the shoulder, in Today, in an era that did not provide ADA ramps. compliant curb many were built there are sidewalks, Where but others do not. ments, Many of the study area streetsseg- have some sidewalks corridor. facilities to be provided along the desire and bicycle for pedestrian Chesapeake Bicycle/Trails Committee and individuals expressed the the numerous groups including Throughout the planning process, The major roadway network through the South Military The major roadway network through the South urban design associates Existing conditions (BELOW) (ABOVE) Character for the proposed multi-lane bike path along South Military HighwayCharacter for the proposed multi-lane bike path along South Military Approaching traffic (C,D) should stop short of the intersection bike path rnprainapni 50 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Signage and Lighting Signage improvement that can be made to further this goal. improvement be made to further that can highest impact the least expensive, is probably Signage phere. must create the City an enjoyable atmos- commercial/retail core, environment mall in the pedestrian promote and a general foot traffic To should be reasonable – they and be recognizable. two basic rules future signage improvements should obey In general, be necessary. storefront will signage standards and readability evolves, the corridor commercial and retail Core investment in the Community section of As areas to appropriate traffic of activity. and truck patrons, visitors, should focus on directional that lead and/or way finding techniques Future signage improvements for the corridor members in the future. for business owners and community redevelopment efforts to support the need for improved become more and consistent signage will vital today, Although less evident was identified as a concern. for trucks of the desired Core. the character Community establish and preserve routes will truck combined signage identifying Bridge Gilmerton replacement of the More importantly, navigate the corridor. ciently more up materials effi- and picking delivering help trucks It will dor. along the corri- businesses and services patrons and visitors find local Improved help signage will Highway corridor. Military South of Chesapeake’sCity for the redevelopment and enhancement efforts Improved component of the and consistent signage is an integral Signage During the planning and design charrette process, lack of signage lack the planning and design charrette process, During urban design associates and does not emit adequate coverage. Lighting along this section is inconsistent Bridge. and the Gilmerton Atlantic Energy have sufficient lighting between does not currently inconsistent. are and fixture styles do not emit adequate coverage, ing, Light posts are lean- ad hoc overappear to have been installed time. Lighting fixtures and repair. it is in need of upgrade intersections, the George between Washington Highway and Atlantic Energy of the corridor. along this portion evening in the The public noted their uneasiness about driving light. natural established trees for well line the roadway minimizing opportunities tall At the interchange, at the intersection. especially time operations The tree night- cover during also darkens the corridor hours. evening and early morning early light during ing the amount of natural diminish- tree adjacent to the roadway coverage further and canopy toward Bower’s Hill. heading interchange segment of the corridor and along the western Highway Military of lighting at the I-64/South pants noted the lack Numerous charrette partici- planning and design charrette process. werethe Basic lighting placement and techniques discussed during Lighting Similar to the western section of the corridor, the eastern section the eastern section of the corridor, to the western Similar lighting is present section of the corridor in the central While Poor by the amount of lighting at the interchange is exacerbated rnprainapni 51 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Alternatives Analysis Alternatives tested using future conditions. 2026 traffic were alternatives these two work for today but the future as well, need to Understanding that the proposed not only alternatives work. net- Area to the transportation changes both proposed significant the Bower’s Core and Community Hill Of these three initiatives, Gilmerton • Core The Community • Bower’s Hill • for detailed opportunities. evaluated further three areas key were as a whole, In addition to looking at the corridor urban design associates BOWERS HILL CORE rnprainapni 52 transportation appendix GILMERTON
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: I-64/Cavalier Boulevard I-64/Cavalier Boulevard Bower’s Hill Interchange • Maximize available land Maximize • Maintain direct access • Improve safety • werewith the followingalternatives objectives: evaluated two of these factors in place, all With concerns. safety ents several and pres- intersections make the interchange confusing, unsignalized and insufficient street lighting, configuration, ventional geometric remains a priority. efficient access to/from the interstate Park peak hours, during that enter and exit the Industrial Given the 800 plus vehicles asset. interstate access is a tremendous of businesses this park serves, type Given the a sign of great success. occupied, built out and fully pletely the park is com- Today, direct Park. access into Cavalier Industrial the interchange provides currently As noted, two. the traditional creating ramps four intersections instead of but has four offsetting interchange a traditional configuration. align to form that do not and ramps an interchange large footprint with a relatively This resulted in Park. Highway and the Cavalier Industrial Military with the intent for access to South nal interstate construction as a follow-uprevealed that the interchange to origi- was constructed residents and local VDOT, Conversations with the City, Significant volumes of heavy vehicles combined with an uncon- volumes of heavy vehicles Significant The interchangefunctions like a diamond somewhat urban design associates ALTERNATIVE TWO (ABOVE RIGHT) ALTERNATIVE ONE (ABOVE LEFT) EXISTING CONDITIONS turns. traffic originating at Cavalier Industrial park is required to make two difficult right hand The freeway interchange has offset intersections. Northbound Proposed 64/Pleasant Grove Interstate Connector. Proposed 64/Pleasant Grove Interstate Connector. I-64 Park Cavalier Industrial
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© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: of this analysis. was not considered its location as a part but based on Another option is under consideration Highway study. Military most consistent with those options presented for the South Grove ParkwayPleasant Feasibility and represents Study the one those efforts. did not want to preclude but this Plan identified in the Feasibilityspecific alternative Study, The plan does not endorse any of that study and within this Plan. we areit and the Interchange considering options presented as a part the PGP but of this study to not preclude It is the purpose Parkway. I-664 and Greenbriar congestion along I-64 between traffic relieve dict those options already of Chesapeake. presented to the City to tie into this proposed and do not contra- configuration the ability Highway are consistent with Military for the South tives evaluated Both alterna- interchange I-64/Cavalier Boulevard (as seen below). Grove Parkway into the Feasibility envisioned tying Study Beach. means of access to areas Chesapeake and of southern Virginia by providing This is achieved an alternative Dominion Boulevard. and Battlefield Boulevard, congestion along I-64, to relieve Grove Parkway The Pleasant intended is a facility Feasibility Study. Grove Parkway associated with the Pleasant ation those alternatives took into consider- evaluated It should be noted that the alternatives Pleasant Grove Parkway Interchange This alternative identified belowThis alternative of the was presented as a part that would of Chesapeake has long envisioned a facility The City One of the interchange presented alternatives in the Pleasant the Industrial Park.the Industrial ParkCavalier Industrial along with direct access to the expansion of as maintain access to the existing aspects as well improve the safety greatly will which conditions, public under signalized for the general I-64. in this area of the traffic is destined for since a majority Highway, Military of South impact the capacity signal should not adversely this additional timings, coordinated signals and optimized With tion. intersec- Highway/Cavalier Boulevard Military the existing South east of immediately intersection located at a proposed new scenario An additional signal is required under this Highway. Military South Parkto the proposed expansion of the Industrial to the south of allow that will for access option considers a split along the off-ramp this Additionally, Highway. Military fromoff-ramp I-64 to South and providestive maintains the signal at Cavalier Boulevard a direct This alterna- intersections. conventional signalized at two off-ramps and southbound on- 1 aligns both the northbound Alternative 1 Alternative This conventional configuration createsThis conventional configuration a known pattern travel urban design associates nalized intersection at the front door to the Industrial Park. intersection at the front door to the Industrial nalized and improves ingress/egress through a sig- of the Park to the south, provides access to the proposed expansion Park, Cavalier Industrial of this interchange. quadrant northeast additional land is available in the to the east of I-64, ing the on-ramp By eliminat- intersection. it eliminates the need for a third signalized with access on and off of I-64, ates a heavier demand at this location this cre- While intersection. at the existing signalized that is located to a loop to I-64 is converted the on-ramp Under this scenario, Park. tion is maintained to provide direct access into Cavalier Industrial configura- the existing off-ramp To the east, west of I-64 overpass. this option aligns the off- and on-ramps 1, to Alternative Similar 2 Alternative This alternative captures land for the expansion of existing This alternative rnprainapni 54 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Community CoreCommunity Area occurs within the core area. is howalternatives access is accommodated when redevelopment differencethe two between The primary to be adequate. determined the existing four-lane section was west of the I-64 interchange, To the Bridge. interchange Cavalier Boulevard east to the Gilmerton Highway required a minimum of six through-lanes the I-64 between Military that South it was determined umes along this corridor, Based on the projected vol- traffic retail needs of the community. demands while responding traffic to the economic and and local that addressedtwo conceptual alternatives the balance of regional commercial/retail drove center along the corridor the need to assess The intent of creating an active environment. friendly pedestrian and a more signals, additional traffic improved intersections, ings, is expected to contain mixed use build- This segment of the corridor Core become the Community area. will Highway and Canal Drive of the study area George between portion The central Washington urban design associates rnprainapni 55 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: the design charrette process.during received well by the public This concept was very sider share access. at the rear and con- public right-of-way of their properties dedicate owners to property to work with private tion on behalf of the City it also requires the greatest interven- progression, and traffic capacity concept presents a streamlined approach to improving corridor this While along the corridor. establishments and neighborhoods behind commercial/retaildefined streetnetwork to be located grid a Highway yet support Military controlled direct access to South intersections to addressThe concept introduces threesignalized new frontage roads. to createstreet ridor a local network through “reverse” Highway to be relocated behind businesses fronting the cor- Military for the existing frontage roads along South Concept 1A calls Concept 1A TYPICAL STREET setback Proposed street improvements and rear road plan forHighway development along South Military path bike 12' einstreet median '3' 20' 9' 33' urban design associates South Military Highway new road new road 160' min interconnected parking areas ROW tetsetback street 33' median 9' path bike 12' rnprainapni 56 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: of the roadway. character Corethe Community by the physical of also help to establish the boundaries and businesses, pedestrians, The access streets while functional for motorist, Highway. Military providing access to South individual owners with continued partial Concept 1B allows redevelopment to occur while However, ance. reducedconfusion is greatly from existing conditions. conflicts and driver the number of vehicle intersection, signalized these access streetsto the By terminating prior existing right-or-way. and within the already along the corridor located neighborhoods tion will allow residents shoppers and local easy access to shops This configura- driveways. and hence function as right-in/right-out intersection to the proposed signalized begin and end prior will They nities. and improvecontrol access along this corridor progression opportu- will which intersections to the corridor, duce threesignalized new intro- this concept will As with Concept 1A, out along the corridor. and function much like an elongated right-in/right- one-way traffic The frontage roadsbe reconfigured will to accommodate only ly. different- function very will they appear similar to the frontage roads, these access streets While Core. within the Community property the access street but locates at the front of the redevelopment facility Highway to a six-lane Military South Concept 1B also upgrades Concept 1B The concept of parking on an access street met some initial resist- with on-streetThe access streets parking. be one-way only will setback 5' sidewalk 5' 18' parking street einstreet median '5 3' 20' 33' 9' 5' lane bike Parking Street Parking Street urban design associates interconnected parking areas 160' min ROW tetbike street 33' South Military Highway lane 5' median 9' parking street 18' sidewalk 5' setback rnprainapni 57 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates Corridor Recommendations Corridor ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: and Implementation ie o aae)acs oln eeomn,while simultaneously vides (or manages) access to land development, access management is “the process that pro- in this report, described As Impact of Access Management Techniques. 420, Report the National Highway Research Cooperative Program’s (NCHRP) measuresselection of appropriate for access management policies is One published document that may help with the ferent situations. Policies be adapted to fit dif- and design solutions arecan varied features along a street. that manage the movement of vehicles management requires the implementation of policies and roadway Access and safety. of highway capacity the preservation tion system, Access management provides major benefits to the transporta- two ACCESS MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES the corridor. access points and therefore the number of movement conflicts along to consolidating the number of methodology an effective strate and the frontage Inter-parcel road concept both demon- connectivity control lead to establishing adequate access and traffic measures.will Highway Corridor Military along the South redevelopment efforts planning of futureand development Anticipatory developments. ingress/egress of commercialor large residential developments serve that will signal, with a traffic preferably access at median crossovers, placement of places an emphasis on the strategic cel connectivity Inter-par- traffic. Highway for local Military sections of South short aid in limiting the use of will along the corridor behind development as parking streets or the introduction of reverse frontage roads The retaining of the frontage road system interconnectivity. and local Coreof interconnectedstreetsCommunity suggest a system local Concept A and B segments of the Both alternative INTER-PARCEL CONNECTIVITY urban design associates industrial development. industrial use or direct of neighborhood access for location is a centralized whether it being served of property tion should be given to the type considera- In addition, proposed signal should be based on demand. for a The first priority nal spacing should be adjusted accordingly. sig- along a roadway, Depending on desired speeds and development ¼ mile interval. every does not mean that a signal is warranted although this segments of the corridor, in developed ed for roadways recommend-traffic signal spacing at multiples of ¼ mile is generally nation and provide progression traffic in both directions of travel, To good signal coordi- achieve operations. and traffic improve safety dramatically signals can spacing of traffic stood that appropriate progression along two-way vehicle in being able to provide good signal spacing is critical Appropriate Signal Spacing • Establishing driveway design criteria Establishing driveway • Providing to left-turns alternatives • Providing lanes left-turn • Providing median openings appropriate • median treatments Constructing • access spacing Establishing adequate unsignalized • Establishing adequate signal spacing • ment include: in the aforementioned described docu- access management strategies Common examples of assessment of access management techniques. This document provides an and speed.” capacity, of safety, terms the flow on the surrounding in of traffic road system preserving a corridor. It is commonly under- It is commonly a corridor. rnprainapni 58 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: (RIRO) Right-in right-out • Left-out • Paired left-over • left-out Left-over, • Full movement • median openings include: of Examples of different types movements through channelization. ments whereas specific a directional opening accommodates only move- turning median opening accommodates all A full directional. or - full Median openings are categories identified in one of two Median Openings Highway with a single access point. receive Military can direct developments access to South several the introduction of access streets, With intersections with signals. intersections are spaced similar to existing into signalized converted to be that those are should be spaced such they likely structed, and intersections are planned and con- driveways As unsignalized Spacing Unsignalized Access eue o70fe.This is a direct reflection of roadway volume and reduced to 700 feet. this spacing is of Minor Arterial but with a roadway classification with a design speed of 50 mph is also 900 feet for a Principal Arterial of Chesapeake crossover The City spacing design speed is 50 mph. when the median openings be spaced a minimum apart of 900 feet Transportation’s requires access management policy full (VDOT) of Department The Virginia to specific intersections. vehicles and consolidate left-turning to eliminate some median crossovers, ty the proper spacing of medians may result in the opportuni- instances, In some Highway corridor. Military function of the South the overall proper crossover to spacing is important spacing, As with driveway Crossover Spacing and Consolidation of the improvements needed along the corridor.as a part lanes but to also consider the widening of median crossoversturning introduce fuels the need to not only further of turn-lanes The lack to cross the highway from a side street. from the median or trying or U-turn a left-turn to perform trying queuing needs for vehicles composition and vehicle and the vehicle in the median, turn-lanes factor.with median crossover width are a primary issues associated safety already benefits from the presence of medians, of the corridor the majority Since basis. on a daily be observed This can Highway Corridor. Military along the South locations eral at sev- were operations conditions and the impact to traffic observed The physical or pedestrians. vehicles adequate shelter for turning narrow median crossovers do not provide However, oncoming traffic. Narrow medians do separate roadway affect access. significantly Median crossover roadway feature that can width is an important Median Crossover Width The ideal width of the median is dependent on presence of urban design associates Jug Handle • Median U-turn • Examples include: be applied in these situations. that can alternatives There are numerous more with a lesser impact. suitable location movementbe displaced to a can the left-turn In these cases, gether. must be restricted alto- left-turns In other cases made in a corridor. be can to control where left-turns In some instances it is necessary to Left-turnsAlternatives percent. by as much as 33 increase can capacity lanes on a four-lane arterial It is estimated that the provision of left-turn that of a through lane.” the “capacity of a shared lane is about 40 percent to 60 percent of that and indicates lanes, delay reductions associated with left-turn studies documenting cites several The NCHRP report operations. Turn-lanes lanes benefit highway left-turn and in particular sions. and reduce rear-end colli- vehicles, to left-turning oncoming traffic of improve the visibility from traffic, turning through vehicles lanes remove Left-turn and safety. for roadway capacity important Providing length is storage lanes and appropriate adequate left-turn Left-turn Lanes sification. flow traffic the reduced on a lower potential to disrupt roadway clas- rnprainapni 59 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: speeds within at moderate large volumes of traffic modate relatively niques must keep in mind the corridor’s function (to accom- mobility tech- Highway applicable Military of South In the case land uses. and adjacent existing conditions, by roadway classification, to vary Measures need will be implemented to manage roadway access. can volumes Reducing conflicting vehicle • from through traffic vehicles Reducing the number of turning • Increasing conflict areas distance between • conflict points Limiting the number of vehicle • by: fic operations and traf- Accessimprove management can safety along the highway. activities serving and operation of access drives design, location, to the principles engineering It applies traffic system. transportation of the and efficiency the safety ment in a manner that preserves and efficiency. an increase in safety Highway would achieve Military this segment of South removing and combining driveways, By relocating, of the mainline. decreasing the capacity driveway, are forced an existing Drivers to slow entering down for vehicles High Occurrence • Design • Location • flicts: and con- delays vehicle three components that create unnecessary of design involves or the lack to parcelsEntrances must be designed, Driveway Design lanes As one can see, a wide variety of access management techniques a wide variety see, As one can Access management provides vehicular access to land develop- tion system. the impacts of land use on transporta- minimize that will terns growth pat- to establish and sustain orderly be necessary will effort This coordination of Chesapeake. between and the City VDOT requireHighway and the adjacent land uses will coordination Military of South system the transportation exist between that will The relationship as land use planning principles. as well principles access management must consider both road design effectiveness, For standards and median cross-over spacing exceed those of VDOT. ordinance or entrance In some instances the City by forth VDOT. set consistent with median spacing and access management strategies Highway/I-464 interchange in the east. Military interchangeHill in the west and extending to South Highway/I-64 Bower’s Military study area beginning with the South Highway Corridor Military plan be extended to address the South It is suggested that the extending the current access control plan. of Chesapeake should consider updating and the City Use Plan and the adopted 2026 Land 2026 Comprehensive of the new Plan It is recommended that with the adoption to Deep Creek Boulevard. control plan was approved in 1985 and covers the segment from I-64 the current access However, FacilitiesManagement Public Manual. Highway per Chapter 16 -Access Policy Military for South and Plan and through the region). • Median between I-64 Off-Ramp/Cavalier Boulevard intersection Boulevard I-64 Off-Ramp/Cavalier Median between • Access Improvement Recommendations Eliminate utilities within the median and cross-over Beach: toward at I-64 On-Ramp Virginia In general, the City of Chesapeake access management policy is of Chesapeake access management policy the City In general, of Chesapeake has an existing Access Management The City urban design associates iiayHgwya epCekBuead Eliminate full- Highway at Deep Creek Boulevard: Military • and Bower’s Cavalier Boulevard Highway between Military Hill: • • Military Highway between State Street and George Street Washington State Highway between Military • and George Street Washington State Highway between Military • Westbound Highway at I-64 (Toward Military On- Suffolk) • iiayHgwya ereWsigo iha:Extend Highway at George Washington Military Highway: • left-turn Extend eastbound Highway at Canal Drive: Military • left- Extend eastbound Highway at Cavalier Boulevard: Military • Highway at I-64 (Toward Military On-Ramp: Beach) Virginia • Recommendations Intersection Boulevard right-out only only right-out Boulevard movement median crossover Deep Creek and construct tion of some median crossovers and consider the median crossover consolidation or the elimina- lanes left-turn full-width of exclusive Consider the construction iha US ot 7:Consider Route 17): Highway (U.S. lanes at median crossover locations left-turn full-width Consider exclusive Route 17): Highway (U.S. and 200 foot taper storage of lane with 200 feet right-turn an exclusive Construct Ramp: into intersection lanes right-turn full-width intersection to incorporate reconstruct and lane, left-turn extend eastbound lane, left-turn westbound lane traffic movement to better accommodate truck lane and improveturn for southbound right-turn the radius lane right-turn eastbound exclusive Construct one-way frontage roads rnprainapni 60 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates through the corridor with ease and ultimate improvedthrough the corridor safety. to move and thus allow motorists improve visibility, communication, enhance of the roadwayimprove but will of the roadway, the feel ty improve These additional elements may not directly the capaci- tion. there other issues that require are several atten- recommendations, • Modify I-664 Off-Ramp at Bower’s Hill: Short ramp exits to ramp Short at Bower’s Modify I-664 Off-Ramp Hill: • ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: place. nated with the other signals when incident management plans are in be coordi- will they However, commuterunder normal conditions. Highway interchangeindependently be operated will 464/Military the I- signals serving It is anticipated that the traffic conditions. by time of day or under incident boundaries the system to vary bility along I-64. Bridge plans to be implemented accommodate incidents at the High Rise as allow bases as well for incident management on a daily operation improve This will the overall as a coordinated signal system. operate to Highway should be up graded Military the entire South tion, In addition to specific recommendations intersec- identified at each SIGNAL TIMING ommended that this ramp be closed. it is rec- therefore, change (Exit 297) planned for signalization; Highway inter- or at the I-64/Military Highway Off-Ramp access at the Highway can West Military eastbound Military toward (I-664) oriented Highway 13/58/460) and north (U.S. approaching from and traffic the west up onto the Interstate, backs peak periods queuing during stop controlled T intersection, In addition to the detailed access management and intersection With a coordinated system in place, the City will have the flexi- will the City in place, a coordinated system With sustain traffic operations along the corridor. operations sustain traffic solutions that enhance and and long term term short demonstrate existing and futuredemonstrate as network deficiencies as well 2026 volumes Cavalier Interchange ALT 2 • 2026 volumes Cavalier Interchange ALT 1 • Core 2026 volumes Community Concept 1B • Core 2026 volumes Community Concept 1A • 2026 volumes on Existing Geometry • also includes: analysis The progress these peak periods. along the mainline during traffic to best as a whole and an effort for the corridor intersection analysis represents signalized The signal timing analysis CD). included (See of Chesapeake by the City and consideration conditions for review 6.0 Professionalbeen prepared to address using Synchro existing the South Military Highway Corridor. Military the South of help redefine will gateway the eastern Bridge Gilmerton The new the planned reinvestment and aesthetic improvement of the corridor. lanes. accommodate six travel to ultimately structed should continue to be designed and con- Bridge Gilmerton new The Bridge. Gilmerton of the new replacement and construction Urban Transportation improvement funds required the to support pursue and designate the of Chesapeake must actively The City GILMERTON BRIDGE diinly the data files contained on CD are intended to Additionally, AM and PM peak hour signal timing plans have Preliminary The replacement of the Gilmerton Bridge is a critical first step in is a critical Bridge The replacement of the Gilmerton urban design associates or shoulder for recreationalto and from and travel work. purposes to use the roadway and pedestrians bicyclists facilities causes of such Lack Highway is not a designated bike route. Military South Today, PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE FACILITIES Highway corridor. Military South progression of the through the intersection and along this portion and traffic operations enhance traffic tions at the intersection will and when combined with signal timing modifica- add capacity will segment of the George Washington Highway to a four-lane facility Improving this Highway. Military to South back time to be allocated along George traffic Washington Highway and allow more green require will to less green The additional capacity time being allocated south and other areas of Chesapeake and Portsmouth to the north. to/from traveling the I-64/Deep Creektraffic interchange in the Additional better accommodate laneage will and future demand. intersection LOS conditions could be improved to address existing needs in the region. higher priority one time been a funded project but was taken off the list due to other that this section had at revealed through additional data gathering, and residents and the City Conversations with local Highway. Military lane at the southbound approach to South sive left-turn with an exclu- facility a two-lane This segment is currently roadway. to a four-lane Highway and Canal Drive Military South between Route 17) need to improve George Washington Highway (U.S. the charrette discussed the process numerous participants During GEORGE WASHINGTONHIGHWAY Intersection analysis revealed that with the additional laneage Intersection analysis rnprainapni 61 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates oe ofuto,there be an increased will need to provide side- comes to fruition, Core within the Community area especially ment\redevelopment, develop- As new component in street fundamental pedestrian design. routes and are in a community a transportation are critical Sidewalks and pedestrians. for motorists hazards ties creating additional safety projects.be considered future with all transportation facilities should it is recommended that bicycle Comprehensive Plan of the Chesapeake 2026 In the spirit cyclist. experienced while bike lanes adjacent to the roadway are more for the appropriate Off-road paths are more for recreational appropriate users, in mind. facilities should be designed and maintained with the intended user bike It is noted that per the Chesapeake 2026 Comprehensive Plan of the corridor.along this part multiple user interests better serve paths will multi-purpose separated the accommodation of segment are preferred, along this particular Bicycle/Trails Committee revealed that adjacent Class II bike lanes representatives from the While traffic. and truck volumes, traffic the roadway section to provide speeds, to the higher travel a buffer recommended that bike lanes or multi-usebeyond paths be located Bridge. east of the Gilmerton ately through Core the planned Community and end in the area immedi- interchange the I-64/Cavalier Boulevard in west and continue adjacent to the travel lanes beginning at lanes should be constructed These bike into the futureroadway design. corridor be incorporated it is recommended that designated (Class II) bike lanes Committee, and representatives from the Chesapeake Bicycle\Trails citizens, ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Currently, the corridor is essentially void of such pedestrian facili- pedestrian void of such is essentially the corridor Currently, it is (Bower’sAlong the western segment of the corridor, Hill) local From committee members, our meetings with the steering walkway. of no more on a than 200 feet passing space at intervals wheelchair ADA requires a to ADA minimum passing space for a wheel chair. should be provided conforming along sidewalks five-foot clear-zone a minimum Additionally, walks and ADA ramps. compliant curb side- with correspondingimprovementsupgraded corridor to include environment. pedestrian to establish an active the opportunity offer sidewalks parking streets, along the nesses abutting residential and located neighborhoods for those busi- cess of the proposed Core Community particularly To the suc- support among land uses. mobility walks for pedestrian • Gateway treatmentsor monument signs Gateway such as landscaping • signs and/or may consider the introduction of historical The City • etc.) should be posted at controls, traffic Road signs (speed limit, • etc.) should be located lodging, food, signs (gas, service Uniform • understandable. and is easily through the corridor, traffic guides truck members, assists community businesses, local both existing and future should be introduced that supports Signage present throughout the corridor. land use characteristics varying need to be responsiveNew signage and way finding techniques to the SIGNAGE define the varying character of the area character define the varying should be introduced at the end points of study area to further markers within the commercial/retail core of the corridor as required by law regular intervals study area corridor around the major intersections and at end points of only It is also recommended that intersections along the corridor be It is also recommended that intersections along the corridor urban design associates Core area should meet design guidelines. VDOT and the Community Bridge the Gilmerton Lighting between Bridge. lighting fixtures associated with the replacement of the Gilmerton ter or place. to establish a sense of charac- Core should be consistent in an effort lighting fixtures pedestrian within the Community Additionally, overhead as much glow as possible. should be minimized particular, In of light sources and glareity or adjacent sites. from public view the visibil- to minimize site lighting should be designed and installed section and associated multi-use paths. lane typical to accommodate the proposed four- necessary on the right-of-way for this segment of Bower’s effort design and installation based Hill with reinitiatingof Chesapeake proceed their lighting expeditiously it is recommended that the City Therefore, concern. listed as a safety of lighting along this segment was voiced and As expected the lack recommendations of this study. and findings were identified as a part was put on hold until This effort Highway. Military ment of South lighting along the Bower’sing plan and preparing to install seg- Hill a light- of Chesapeake was in the process of developing that the City It is also understood should be a priority. of lighting at this location interchangethat installation I-64/Cavalier Boulevard and indicated movement. and pedestrian vehicular efficient and safe standards to support design guidelines, should meet lighting Lighting for the corridor VDOT the corridor. of character consistent with the surrounding land uses and varying that is should be designed and installed Lighting along the corridor LIGHTING Lighting in the Gilmerton area of the corridor will be dictated by areawill of the corridor Lighting in the Gilmerton In the planned commercial/retail core segment of the corridor, of lighting at the Numerous noted the lack charrette participants rnprainapni 62 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: the corridor. of the core aesthetic qualities of the character and enhance overall and streetscape standards that define should implement landscape the City Ordinance requirements, In addition to existing Zoning Core to the Community implemented that define the entrances area. be landscaping signs with appropriate ommended that gateway It is rec- of the corridor. and boundaries define the character further to etc.) be constructed monument signs, treatments (landscaping, it is recommended that gateway future roadway improvements, With LANDSCAPING to the City. should be a priority the corridor Repaving or resurfacing of to the roadway. feel present a cleaner/new and marking begins to striping New pavement with new presents. and address the corridor some of the aesthetic concerns the City, establish a commitment to investment by improved surface, driving presents improvement an the corridor a near term offer that will Repaving should be emphasized. resurfacing of the corridor unlikely, is very in the time period Highway to a six-lane facility Military another five years and the funding potential to improve South has been neglected and not maintained on a consistent basis. Highway corridor Military that the pavement of South evident very It is complete pavement failure along some edges of the roadway. and fragmenting, cracking, pavement conditions include Currently design charrette process identified the need to repave the corridor. Highway Military TaskThe South Force and the recent Study REPAVING Realizing the Gilmerton Bridge will not be constructed for not be constructed will Bridge Realizing the Gilmerton investment on behalf of the City. reflect will a commitment to along the corridor ment in landscaping invest- it is expected that as with resurfacing, management benefits, businesses. local residential land uses and inconsistent land uses especially between a buffer should offer along the corridor Landscaping function. sary promote neces- a sense of place while fulfilling and further corridor of the should define the distinct characteristics Landscaping roadway. should be reflective corridor of the three areas that exist along the plan for the corridor. with a master drainage ensure consistency tures management plan needs to with stormwater should integrate fea- landscaping Also, where possible. areastural should be preserved or agricul- wooded areas, wetlands, as fields, such working landscapes or Existing landscaping the desired function. to achieve corridor) along the Bower’s segments of the (particularly and Gilmerton Hill recreated that include wetlands and reforestationopportunities zones should consider landscaping the City of future roadway design, runoff of stormwater Reduce the volume and improve the quality • reduce from heat generation asphalt parking lots, Shade • of the corridor Enhance the visual quality • along the South of traffic and enhance the visibility Preserve • benefits include: landscaping Such benefits. vide several Military Highway Corridor Military In addition to aesthetic quality enhancements and stormwater In addition to aesthetic quality implemented for the The magnitude and character of landscaping management featuresbe required stormwater will as a part Where pro- will Implementation of planned and maintained landscaping urban design associates the improved roadway. along guidelines for development (ICOD), District Overlay Corridor via an Industrial ing area land uses shape the need to establish, and surround- of the corridor location combined with the geographic That intent, within the corridor. opportunities development trial and heavy indus- light industrial need to promote commercial-retail, the the design charrette indicated and extensive public input during from those for the TCOD growth corridors. ment/redevelopment management in this area different are slightly the intentions for develop- is appropriate, Highway corridor Military approach for the South Although the overlay and shop. work, of where for people in terms to live,provides opportunities new Accessibility etc.). River, of the Elizabeth Branch Southern lines, Rail I-64, (I-464, systems infrastructure regional transportation mary and pri- TCOD to the interstate system is accessibility development component of the A key development. attractive for high quality, by creating corridors opportunities potential of the two development understand that the intent of TCOD the economic is to preserve We and Route 168 (Battlefield Boulevard). (Dominion Boulevard) (TCOD) that applies to Route 104 District policy Overlay of Chesapeake has adopted The City Transportation Corridor INDUSTRIAL CORRIDOR OVERLAY DISTRICT (ICOD) coordination with Hampton Roads Transit (HRT). in (LRT) of introducing transit into the corridor light rail feasibility should study the the City As future need and conditions warrant, LIGHT RAIL TRANSIT (LRT) OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: As a part of the needs assessment conducted during this study, of the needs assessment conducted during As a part rnprainapni 63 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates permits and rezoning applications. The policy framework will pro- will framework The policy applications. and rezoning permits with some discretion over the approvalthe City of conditional use This provides and conditional use permit (CUP) process. rezoning The proposed ICOD be administered will through the Bower’s Hill. Highway interchange in and ending in the east at I-664 off-ramp Military west of the I-464/South roadway) beginning immediately and 1/2 mile to the south (1/2 mile to the north mile buffer be defined is a one- will framework The area this policy in which dor. along the corri- and redevelopment efforts development manage new of the ICOD. the concept dor combined with a vision for future land uses supports Commitment to investment in the corri- mercial and retail services. com- oriented Core focus on community Community segment will the Simultaneously, and growto support uses into the future. such with the intent end of the corridor land uses at each heavy industrial by existing light and characterized is currently Highway corridor Military The defining difference is that the South of the corridor. combined with more intense land uses are shape the future what will change at Cavalier Boulevard. Grove Parkwayaccess to the future Pleasant through the I-64 inter- play a role Highway will in providing Military South Route 58. and U.S. I-664, I-64, Route 17 (George Washington Highway), U.S. and regionaldue to its access relationships local level with I-464, is a vital link at the Highway corridor Military The South nities. opportu- such improvements and it is vital to preserve transportation and planned are infrastructure created by existing transportation ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: The ICOD establishes a policy framework intended to define and The ICOD framework establishes a policy and deep water accessibility rail, It is understood that interstate, The ICOD builds off of the TCOD that opportunities principle sider the establishment of an Industrial Corridor Overlay District. Overlay Corridor sider the establishment of an Industrial ment of goods and services. the move- and support facilitate access to jobs and schools will ridor Improvements to the cor- and welfare. safety, to public health, tribute con- investment that will community for significant opportunity represents an Highway corridor, Military this section of the South the establishment of proposed ICOD for facility, transportation As a major regional of the corridor. and capacity function, the safety, improvements infrastructure is intended to enhance transportation and corridor. community and thriving vibrant and a vision create the potential to establish a existing zoning, sibility, Existing acces- of additional tax revenue for the City. the generation to implement shaping guidelines that lead vide the opportunity Therefore, it is recommended that the City of Chesapeake con- it is recommended that the City Therefore, In addition to the economic de eomn eeis investment in velopment benefits, urban design associates rnprainapni 64 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Implementation Strategies • The severity of the challenge that a particular implementation that a particular of the challenge The severity • in par- implementation tasks, The interdependence of the various • to implement of financial resources The availability necessary • factors include: These their timing. determine will which of factors, ject to a variety be phased and sub- The execution of the implementation steps will investments infrastructure Make necessary • and, Promote and assist special objectives; • more and explore detailed studies to resolve Undertake the • regulations existing development Revise • taken to: policies and other actions. programs and of appropriate the development public investments, necessary by way of providing sensible land use regulation, achieved, seek to provide be the vision can the conditions under which of the implementation steps The majority of Chesapeake. the City need to be taken by specific implementation steps will be realized, For the vision and recommendations expressed by UDA and KHA to task is intended to address and, upon the successful completion of another; the degree implementing one item is dependent to which ticular, specific proposals identified in this Plan and constraints opportunities The implementation of this Plan will depend on action being will The implementation of this Plan urban design associates • Long Term Long • Near Team • Immediate • of projects: types The recommendations listed above have been divided into three • Landscaping and Streetscaping enhancement projects and Streetscaping Landscaping • (ICOD) District Overlay Corridor Establish Industrial • George Washington Widen Highway to four-lane facility • of corridor Repaving/Resurfacing • Signage • (Access Control Update and Extend Access Management Plan • Lighting along Bower’s segment and at I-64/Cavalier Hill • Intersection Improvements Strategic • occur within 5 to 10 years. can higher costs, slightly deign may be required, engineering time horizon, Longer Short-Term Signal Corridor Coordination Timing • Bridge Replace Gilmerton • occur within 6 months to 5 years. and can the existing right-of-way These improvements arewithin located visions. with the long range implemented and consistent easily cost projects that areLow funded, Immediate Plan) for South Military Highway Military for South Plan) Interchange Boulevard rnprainapni 65 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Highway to six-lane facility Military South Widen • Interchange I-64/Cavalier Boulevard Modification • may occur over next 10 to 15 years or beyond. approval, other agency require impacts, right-of-way cost, significant time horizon, Long Long-Term urban design associates rnprainapni 66 transportation appendix
© 2005 urban design associates ot iiayhgwycrio td:ceaek,vrii 1dcme 05| 21 december 2005 | virginia chesapeake, south military highway corridor study: Upgrade George Washington Highway from SMH Install New Lighting (Bower’s Hill) and Replace xsigLgtPlstruhu M Corridor Existing Light Poles throughout SMH Improve and Provide Adequate Signage along Update and Extend Access Management Plan imro rde Replacement of Gilmerton Gilmerton Bridge: construction and completed in 2008 by 2011. -4Cvle olvr tSHInterchange I-64/Cavalier Boulevard at SMH Implement Landscaping and Streetscaping Industrial Corridor Overlay District (ICOD) Turn-Lane Improvements along Corridor Bridge in the east is planned to begin to Canal Drive to a Four-Lane Facility PROJECT/PROJECT DESCRIPTION prd M to a Six-Lane Facility Upgrade SMH Enhancement Projects along SMH M Traffic Signal Coordination SMH M Traffic Signal Interconnect SMH (Access Control Plan) for SMH eaigo M Corridor Repaving of SMH M Corridor SMH Modification iyo hspae Developers, City of Chesapeake, Corridor Business Owners IMPLEMENTED BY City of Chesapeake City of Chesapeake City of Chesapeake City of Chesapeake City of Chesapeake City of Chesapeake City of Chesapeake City of Chesapeake City of Chesapeake City of Chesapeake City of Chesapeake City of Chesapeake PRIORITY Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium High High High High Low Low Low urban design associates i otst Five YearsSix Months to Five YearsSix Months to Five YearsSix Months to ieYas o 10 YearsFive Years to 10 YearsFive Years to 10 YearsFive Years to 10 YearsFive Years to 10 YearsFive Years to 10 YearsFive Years to 10 YearsFive Years to 10 YearsFive Years to 10 YearsFive Years to 0Yas o 20 Years10 Years to TIME HORIZON Short Term – Short Term – Short Term – Short Term – Short Term – Short Term – Short Term – Short Term – Short Term – Immediate – Immediate – Immediate – Long Term – cnmcDvlpet City Council, Economic Development, Planning and Economic Development DT City of Chesapeake VDOT, COORDINATED WITH Planning Commission HA VDOT FHWA, DT FHWA VDOT, VDOT VDOT VDOT VDOT VDOT VDOT VDOT VDOT VDOT rnprainapni 67 transportation appendix PLANNING-LEVEL COST ESTIMATE
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