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Technical Memorandum: TRAFFIC IMPACT ASSESSMENT - PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION FOR 50 FLORIDA AVENUE, ECKINGTON AREA, NORTHEAST WASHINGTON, D.C.

(Case No. 12-02)

Prepared for: BUSH CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES, INC. 2000 Clarendon Boulevard, Suite 100 Arlington, VA, 22201

 Andrew Viola, Principal/Partner

Land Use Counsel: HOLLAND & KNIGHT, LLP 800 17th Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20006

 Kyrus L. Freeman, Esquire

Prepared by: O. R. GEORGE & ASSOCIATES, INC. Transportation Planning & Engineering Consultants 10210 Greenbelt Road, Suite 310 Lanham, MD 20706-2218 Tel: (301) 794-7700

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1.0 INTRODUCTION ...... 1 1.1 Project Background...... 1 1.2 Report Organization and Summary ...... 4

2.0 EXISTING TRANSPORTATION AND TRAFFIC CONDITIONS...... 5 2.1 Zoning and Land Use Context ...... 5 2.2 Study Area Transportation Network...... 5 2.3 Pedestrian, Transit, and Bicycle Facilities...... 8 2.4 Existing Traffic Situation...... 10 2.5 Operations and Safety (Existing)...... 14 2.6 Existing Parking Situation ...... 15

3.0 PROJECTED BACKGROUND TRAFFIC SITUATION (2016)...... 17

4.0 PROJECTED TOTAL TRAFFIC SITUATION (2016) ...... 20 4.1 Proposed Development Plan...... 20 4.2 Trip Generation...... 20 4.3 Trip Distribution and Traffic Assignment ...... 22 4.4 Traffic Analysis –Total Traffic Situation (2016)...... 24

5.0 TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT PLAN...... 27

6.0 OTHER PUD REVIEW CONSIDERATIONS...... 28

7.0 SUMMARY OF FINDINGS AND CONCLUSION ...... 30

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EXHIBITS Page

1 - Site Location Map ...... 2

2 – Site Layout and Access...... 3

3 – Roadway Configuration and Traffic Control Devices...... 7

4 – Existing Peak Hour Traffic Situation ...... 9

5 – Pedestrian/Multimodal Provisions...... 11

6 – WMATA Bus Map ...... 12

7 – Parking Inventory and Restrictions ...... 16

8 – Background Traffic Situation ...... 18

9 – Trip Distribution and Assignment ...... 23

10 – Total Traffic Situation ...... 25

TABLES

1 – Summary of Capacity Analysis Results – Existing Traffic Situation...... 8

2 – Estimated Walking and Bicycling Time To/From the PUD Site ...... 13

3 – Summary of Crash Data...... 14

4 – Parking Inventory and Usage Survey ...... 15

5 – Summary of Capacity Analysis Results – Year 2016 Background Traffic Situation...... 19

6 – Parking and Loading Situation – 50 Florida Avenue PUD ...... 20

7 – Vehicle Trip Generation – 50 Florida Avenue PUD ...... 21

8 – Vehicle Trip Generation Survey Results Summary...... 22

9 – Summary of Capacity Analysis Results – Year 2016 Total Traffic Situation...... 24ZONING COMMISSION District of Columbia 10 – Summary and Comparison of Capacity Analysis Results ...... 26 Case No. 12-02 26 ii

ATTACHMENTS

A. DDOT Scoping and Correspondence

B. Turning Movement Count Data

C. Synchro Worksheets

D. District of Columbia Bicycle Map

E. DDOT Crash Data

F. Background Development Information and Computations

G. 2016 Background Traffic Synchro Worksheets

H. Trip Generation Supporting Material

I. 2016 Total Traffic Synchro Worksheets

J. Auto-Turn Diagrams

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10210 Greenbelt Road, Suite 310  Lanham, MD 20706-2218 Tel: (301) 794-7700  Fax: (301) 794-4400 E-mail: [email protected]

TECHNICAL MEMORANDUM

DATE: May 28, 2013

TO: BUSH CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES, INC Attn: Mr. Andrew Viola, Principal/Partner

FROM: Osborne R. George, P. E., PTOE/Nerisa D. Holder, E.I.T.

RE: Traffic Impact Assessment for 50 Florida Avenue, Northeast, Washington D.C. - Planned Unit Development Application (Case No. 12-02)

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Project Background

The subject property is situated north of Florida Avenue and west of Eckington Place, within the Eckington neighborhood in northeast Washington D.C. The site lies within Square 3516, and consists of Lot 134 (zoned C-2-A - Community Business Center-Low Moderate Density) and Lot 819 (zoned C-M-2 - Medium Bulk Commercial and Light Manufacturing). The site is improved with industrial/warehouse type buildings, which are currently vacant. The Applicant proposes to redevelop the site with a 185 residential condominium building, supported by 7,858 GSF± of ground- floor retail space and 210 on-site parking spaces in an underground garage. The development will be in accordance with the City’s Planned Unit Development (PUD) process, and will include re-zoning of the entire property to C-3-B (Medium Bulk Major Business and Employment).

The PUD process requires the Applicant to demonstrate that the local transportation system can accommodate the proposed development, and that the proposal complies with the City’s current policies regarding mobility and sustainability. The Consultant finds that the Applicant’s proposal will satisfy these planning criteria. This is principally based on the location of the property within a major Transit Oriented Development (TOD) District, the projected low level of vehicle trip generation, as well as the transportation facilities and related amenities within the local area, that support alternative modes of travel. The remainder of this memorandum presents details of the analysis, which support this conclusion.

Vehicular access to the site will be via an alleyway off Florida Avenue, which serves the square and provides connections to Q Street to the north and Eckington Place to the east. The property location is shown in Exhibit 1, and the site layout and proposed access are shown in Exhibit 2 (page 3). In keeping with the City’s current guidelines for traffic studies, the Consultant held scoping discussions with the District Department of Transportation (DDOT). Correspondence documenting the agreed scope and approach to the study, including DDOT’s Comprehensive Transportation Review (CTR) form, are presented in Attachment A.

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1.2 Report Organization and Summary

This report is organized into seven (7) sections. The current section presents the background and context for the study. Section 2 evaluates existing roadway, traffic, and parking conditions. Section 3 addresses projected growth in through traffic, as well as growth due to the impact of approved but un-built developments within the study area. Section 4 analyzes the traffic impact of the Applicant’s proposal. Section 5 presents the Applicant’s proposed Transportation Demand Management (TDM) plan. Section 6 addresses PUD review considerations. Section 7 summarizes the study findings and makes recommendations, where appropriate to mitigate potential transportation impacts identified. The principal findings of the study are as follows:

a) The property is favorably situated within the transit oriented district, which includes the North of Massachusetts Avenue and Eckington planning areas; and the study projects that the site will have a very nominal vehicle trip generation, in the range of 20 - 25 trips, during the weekday peak hours.

b) The City recently made significant roadway and traffic control improvements within the area, including updating of the pedestrian facilities along Florida Avenue and New York Avenue, providing safe and efficient connections to the Metro station. Further upgrades to bicycle and pedestrian facilities are also programmed.

c) The parking proposed exceeds the minimum requirements called for in the Zoning Regulations. However, trip generation studies were coordinated with DDOT, and the results show that the increased parking is not likely to result in commensurate vehicle trip generation. [This is supported by recent travel mode split surveys for the NoMa area, and the Applicant plans to supplement the record with information pertaining to the marketability of the site as a condominium versus rental development.]

d) The Applicant plans to improve an existing alleyway access point to/from Florida Avenue, and this should facilitate continued access by passenger vehicles, as well as by the nominal truck traffic that would access the site. In this connection, the Applicant’s Transportation Demand Management plan includes measures to manage and schedule move-in/move-out activity by residents of the future development.

The project will upgrade pedestrian sidewalks and related amenities along the frontage of the property, along with upgrades of the abutting alleyways and the site access point off Florida Avenue. These upgrades may constitute amenities to the public space within the immediate area. The remaining sections of this report present the basis for the conclusions of the study.

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Mr. Andrew Viola, Principal/Partner 50 Florida Avenue, NE - PUD Application Traffic Impact Assessment Report May 28, 2013 (Page 5 of 30)

2.0 EXISTING TRANSPORTATION AND TRAFFIC CONDITIONS

2.1 Zoning and Land Use Context

As noted earlier, the property is within the Eckington area and just outside the NoMa planning area. The site is commercially zoned and is abutted by similar zoning districts to the east and south. To the northwest lies a residential zone bordered by Q Street and North Capitol Street. Existing land uses within the area reflect these broad zoning categories; and it is noted that the area has been undergoing significant redevelopment and revitalization over the last decade. Among the most significant land use developments within the area are the recently developed Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) headquarters, the Federal Express Regional Distribution Center, as well as significant office developments off 1st, K and M Streets to the south and east.

In the context of the site access and potential travel mode splits, it is also relevant to note that the property is approximately 1,500 Ft. from the Metrostation, and is within walking distance from Gallaudet University, as well as major employment centers within the Capitol Hill/Union Station areas and other locations within the Central Employment Area. The site is also 500 Ft. from North Capitol Street, which is identified as one of the City’s “Great Street” corridors, planned to be upgraded with significant transit improvements and pedestrian amenities.

2.2 Study Area Transportation Network

The subject site is well-connected to the City’s arterial transit, bicycle, and pedestrian networks. Local vehicular access is provided by Florida Avenue, P and Q Streets, as well as by Eckington Place and the alleyway system abutting the property to the north and west. These are shown in Exhibit 1 (page 2). As agreed with DDOT, the study considered the capacity and other operational aspects of the local roadway network within the area of the following intersections:

1) Florida Avenue @ North Capitol Street, NE; 2) Florida Avenue @ site access; 3) Florida Avenue @ P Street, NE; 4) Florida Avenue @ 1st Street, NE; and 5) Florida Avenue @ Eckington Place, NE.

In addition to the above external intersections, DDOT has requested that operations within the area of the future garage entrance be evaluated along with access to the proposed loading facilities. These two (2) aspects of the analysis are addressed in Section 6.0, which addressed specific considerations of the PUD review process.

The physical characteristics and service functions of the key study area roadways are as follows:

 Florida Avenue: In general, Florida Avenue is a six-lane undivided Principal Arterial on the City’s Roadway System, running in the east-west direction. This facility provides three (3) travel lanes in the dominant directions during peak travel periods, with on-street parking allowed during the off-peak periods. Within the immediate vicinity of the subject site, on- street parking is prohibited (between North Capitol Street andZONING a point COMMISSION east of New York Avenue). This roadway serves approximately 24,800 vehicles perDistrict average of Columbia weekday, and

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 North Capitol Street: This is a six-lane, divided north-south Principal Arterial. The facility provides three (3) lanes of travel in the dominant directions during peak periods, with on- street parking allowed during off-peak periods. Within the project area, this roadway serves average daily traffic volume of 33,200 vehicles. This roadway also serves several Metrobus routes.

 P Street, NE: This is a two-lane east-west Collector Roadway, which provides one (1) lane of travel in each direction, and on-street parking permitted along both sides of the roadway at all times. Within the area of the subject site, this roadway serves approximately 9,700 vehicles per average weekday.

 Q Street, NE: This is classified as a Local Roadway between North Capitol Street and Eckington Place. It serves the abutting residential uses toward the west and other activities employment and light industrial uses to the east near Eckington Place. It is also noteworthy that speed humps are provided along this roadway supported by speed reduction signage typical of the City’s neighborhood traffic calming program.

In addition to the above, the triangular area bordered by Florida Avenue, New York Avenue, and 1st Street constitutes a significant element of the local transportation network. The City recently undertook significant improvements within the area. This involved roadway circulation and traffic control changes, which also incorporated pedestrian access and safety amenities, reflecting the proximity to the NoMA-Gallaudet U Metrostation. The existing roadway network and traffic control devices at the key study area intersections are presented in Exhibit 3.

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2.3 Existing Traffic Situation

In order to assess current traffic operating conditions, field observations were made of the study area roadway network during the morning and afternoon peak periods. Peak period turning movement counts were conducted at the five (5) study area intersections on a typical weekday, during the periods of 6:30 – 9:30 AM and 4:00 – 7:00 PM. Exhibit 4 shows the morning and afternoon peak hour traffic volumes for the intersections, and Attachment B includes the raw data.

As per the scoping agreement, the Consultant performed capacity/operational analysis for the study area intersections, using the Synchro software. The computed Levels of Service1, average control delay and queue lengths are summarized in Table 1 below and copies of the analysis output are included as Attachment C. TABLE 1: Summary of Capacity Analysis Results – Existing Traffic Situation Intersection AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour  Level of Service: F  Level of Service: F  Avg. Control Delay: 158 secs.  Avg. Control Delay: 123 secs. 1) Florida Ave. @  95th Percentile Queue:  95th Percentile Queue: N. Capitol St. - N. Capitol St. (NBT): 595 ft - N. Capitol St. (NBT): ** - N. Capitol St. (SBT): ** - N. Capitol St. (SBT): 432 ft - Florida Ave. (EBT): 84 ft - Florida Ave. (EBT): 95 ft - Florida Ave. (WBT): 335 ft - Florida Ave. (WBT): 115 ft  Level of Service: A  Level of Service: B 2) Florida Ave. @ site  Avg. Control Delay: 10 secs.  Avg. Control Delay: 12 secs. access  95th Percentile Queue: N/A  95th Percentile Queue: N/A  Level of Service: F  Level of Service: F  Avg. Control Delay: 204 secs.  Avg. Control Delay: 304 secs. 3) Florida Ave. @ P  95th Percentile Queue:  95th Percentile Queue: St., NE - P St. (NBL): 52 ft - P St. (NBL): 59 ft - Florida Ave. (EBT): 193 ft - Florida Ave. (EBT): 166 ft - Florida Ave. (WBT): ** - Florida Ave. (WBT): **  Level of Service: E  Level of Service: E  Avg. Control Delay: 67 secs.  Avg. Control Delay: 64 secs. 4) Florida Ave. @ 1st St., NE  95th Percentile Queue:  95th Percentile Queue: - Florida Ave. (EBR): ** - Florida Ave. (EBR): ** - Florida Ave. (WBL): ** - Florida Ave. (WBL): **  Level of Service: E  Level of Service: F  Avg. Control Delay: 73 secs.  Avg. Control Delay: 89 secs. 5) Florida Ave. @ Eckington Pl, NE  95th Percentile Queue:  95th Percentile Queue: - Eckington Pl (SBR): 356 ft - Eckington Pl (SBR): 272 ft - Florida Ave. (WBT): ** - Florida Ave. (WBT): **

*Does not reflect the level of queuing noted for the various approaches. **Indicates queues extending to upstream intersection, and reflects the metering effect of the upstream signal (See note on page 10, paragraph 1.) Source: O. R. George & Associates

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Existing Traffic Situation (Cont’d)

It is relevant to note that this “local network” generally operates under “forced-flow” conditions during the peak hours. This issue was discussed previously with DDOT staff, particularly in the context of the “spillback” effects on the study area intersections, most notably Florida Avenue at P Street and at the proposed site access. Based on field observations, and attempts at calibrations, it is the Consultant’s view that except for the intersection of Florida Avenue at North Capitol Street, the geometric configuration of the roadway network and the traffic volume demand are beyond the capabilities of the Synchro software.

2.4 Pedestrian, Transit, and Bicycle Facilities

The PUD site is situated within a built-up area of the City, and the study area transportation system provides a continuous network of sidewalks and highlighted crosswalks, along with “countdown” pedestrian signals at all intersections. Exhibit 5 presents details of the pedestrian facilities, including connections to the adjacent Metrostation.

The area is served by six (6) Metrobus routes: four along Florida Avenue and one each along New York Avenue and North Capitol Street. These routes operate with 10 – 15 minute headways during peak weekday commuting periods. A copy of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) bus route map covering the study area is shown in Exhibit 6 (page 12).

The area of the PUD site is also served by several bicycle routes. The following segments are of particular relevance to the PUD site access:

1) Metropolitan Branch Trail (MBT) – This trail runs along the Metrorail corridor and connects to the adjacent Metrostation and the City-wide network. DDOT has advised that the City plans to provide a connection to the Eckington area within the proposed Q Street extension just north of the site.

2) Eckington Place/1st Street Bike Route – This route runs along 4th Street, Eckington Place, and 1st Street, providing connections to NoMA, the Metrostation, Union Station, and the general Capitol Hill area. This route is a connection of designated bike lanes and on-street signed routes. In addition, as part of the 1st Street reconstruction project, a two-way bicycle track along the east side of 1st Street is being constructed, and should be completed within one (1) year.

3) Q Street/R Street One-Way Bike Lane Pair – This is comprised of a major east-west bike route which connects the PUD site with the central areas of the City, including Shaw- Howard, Dupont Circle, and K Street business districts.

4) 7th Street and 5th Street, NW Bike Routes – This consists of northbound and southbound bike lanes along 7th Street and a one-way northbound bike lane along 5th Street.

For convenience, the section of the City’s bicycle map covering the general study area within the vicinity of the PUD site is included as Attachment D. ZONING COMMISSION District of Columbia Case No. 12-02 26

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Pedestrian, Transit and Bicycle Facilities (Cont’d)

As part of the proposal, the Applicant will provide 68 bicycle parking spaces. In addition, there are three (3) Capital Bikeshare stations within the area: one at Eckington Place and Q Street (containing 11 bike racks), and two to the south off 1st Street/M Street, near the Metrostation (containing a total of 38 bike racks). There are also a number of car-sharing stations within the general area, most notably one off Eckington Place to the northeast and another in the vicinity of 1st and M Streets near the Metrostation. (These are shown in Exhibit 5 on page 11). Through the City’s Car2go program, additional car-share spaces may also be available within the neighborhood. Estimated bicycle and pedestrian connection times to the Metrostation and employment opportunities within the broader area are listed in Table 2.

TABLE 2: Estimated Walking and Bicycling Time to/from the PUD Site Est. Time Est. Time Destination (Walking) (Biking) 1) NoMA-Gallaudet U Metrostation 6 - 10 min. 3 - 5 min. (incl. community retail) 2) Eckington Place Capital Bikeshare & Zipcar 3 - 5 min. 2 - 3 min. 3) 1st Street Capital Bikeshare & Zipcar 6 - 8 min. 3 - 5 min. 4) Metropolitan Branch Trail R St. Access 10 - 12 min. 3 - 5 min. 5) Gallaudet University & Florida Market 12 - 15 min 5 - 7 min. 6) Union Station/Capitol Hill Area 18 - 20 min. 8 - 10 min.

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With respect to ADA facilities, it is again noted that the PUD site is located within a fully built-out area, which is served by the City’s comprehensive and continuous network of pedestrian facilities. This network includes the typical arrangement of sidewalks and crosswalks at intersections. The Consultant performed an informal survey of the ADA facilities within the area of the PUD site. It was noted that all local intersections are provided with ADA ramps; and these ramps have the design elements prescribed in the ADA Accessibility Guidelines, in terms of dimensions, slopes, landing area, and distance from pedestrian push-buttons. This is particularly applicable to the newly upgraded roadway network immediately to the east.

It is important to note that there is a mid-block crossing along Florida Avenue, in the vicinity of the alleyway and the main entrance to the building. It is anticipated that the adequacy of this crossing will be part of the discussions with DDOT during the public space permitting process. This crossing will be evaluated and upgraded as necessary to serve the Applicant’s proposed site access.

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Mr. Andrew Viola, Principal/Partner 50 Florida Avenue, NE - PUD Application Traffic Impact Assessment Report May 28, 2013 (Page 14 of 30)

2.5 Operations and Safety (Existing)

Traffic operations and efficiency of vehicular flow within roadway networks are closely linked to safety, and there is also an accepted correlation with crash (accident) occurrences. In order to address safety within the defined study area, the Consultant obtained crash data from the City for the five study area intersections, covering the period January 2010 to December 2012. This is the most recent 3-year period for which this data is available. The data is summarized in Table 3, and DDOT crash data is presented in Attachment E.

TABLE 3: Summary of Crash Data

Average Total Crashes Crash Intersection Accidents MEV** Rate* 2010 2011 2012 Per Year 1) N. Capitol St. @ Florida Ave. 20 21 15 19 23.73 0.80

2) Florida Ave. @ P St., NE 9 10 7 9 9.43 0.95

3) Florida Ave. @ Site Access, NE 1 1 1 1 9.05 0.11

4) Florida Ave. @ 1st St., NE 9 16 12 12 12.74 0.94

5) Florida Ave. @ Eckington Pl., NE 8 5 4 6 12.19 0.49

* Crash Rate = computed as Average Accidents per year divided by MEV ** MEV = Million Entering Vehicles Source: DDOT, and O. R. George & Associates, 2013.

The crash rates shown represent the average number of crashes, which occurred per million vehicles entering the intersection from all approaches over the course of a year (365 days). DDOT’s guidelines do not provide specific criteria for evaluating crash rates. However, it is noted that a crash rate of 1.0 (crashes per MEV) is generally considered as the upper limit of acceptability. The computed rates are well below this value, and do not indicate safety deficiencies. The following factors are also relevant to the consideration of operational and safe access to the subject site:

 Roadway Alignment and Site Distance: Florida Avenue is of a straight/tangential and vertical alignment, and visibility is virtually unrestricted for vehicles traveling along Florida Avenue in the vicinity of the proposed site access, or exiting onto this roadway from adjacent driveways. Both "stopping sight distances" and "corner sight distances" at intersections and driveways of the subject property would meet the standards set forth by AASHTO2, particularly considering the prevailing 25 MPH posted speed limit. In addition, it is noted that the signalized intersections are located approximately 370 Ft. to the east and 340 Ft. to the west.

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Mr. Andrew Viola, Principal/Partner 50 Florida Avenue, NE - PUD Application Traffic Impact Assessment Report May 28, 2013 (Page 15 of 30)

 Adjacent Traffic Signals and Traffic Flow: The intersection of North Capitol Street at Florida Avenue is signalized and operates on a 3-phase 120-second cycle, and the intersection of P Street at Florida Avenue is also signalized, operating on a 150-second cycle. These signalized intersections provide for frequent breaks/stoppage in through traffic flow along Florida Avenue, thus providing gaps for vehicular traffic accessing the alleyway abutting the property. During the afternoon period, there is considerable queuing along eastbound Florida. This is due to the constrained flow within the “1st Street Triangle” addressed earlier.

As the above suggests, traffic along Florida Avenue, adjacent to the subject property is currently operating well and accommodates vehicles accessing the site through the alleyway adjacent to the property. Operations and the future site access scenario are addressed in Section 6.0 (page 27).

2.6 Existing Parking Situation

As per the approved study scope, the Consultant conducted an inventory and usage survey of on- street parking, within the area bounded by Q Street to the north, Eckington Place to the east, Florida Avenue and P Street to south, and North Capitol Street to the west. The inventory details are shown on Exhibit 7.

The parking usage was observed at various times in order to determine the peak demand, consistent with the parking location relative to the primary abutting land uses. As an example, the metered parking in the vicinity of business and employment uses were surveyed between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM on weekdays; and the RPP parking serving the residential uses were surveyed between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM on weekdays. The results are summarized in Table 4 below.

TABLE 4: Parking Inventory and Usage Survey

RPP Metered Unrestricted Roadway Segment Survey Details Restricted Parking Parking Parking 56 0 33 1. Q St. (N. Capitol St. Spaces/Capacity to Eckington Pl.) Max. Observed 34 0 32 Usage Parking 0 23 0 2. Eckington Pl. (Q St. Spaces/Capacity to Florida Ave.) Max. Observed 0 27 0 Usage Parking 0 0 47 3. P St. (N. Capitol St. Spaces/Capacity to Florida Ave.) Max. Observed 0 0 39 Usage

Source: DDOT, and O. R. George & Associates, 2013.

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3.0 PROJECTED BACKGROUND TRAFFIC SITUATION (2016)

If approved by the City, the Applicant proposes to build out the development by 2015. DDOT’s guidelines require that an assessment be made of traffic conditions likely to exist one year beyond the proposed build-out. Therefore, the year 2016 was considered as the “design year” for the purposes of the analysis. The 2016 background traffic conditions would consist of the following:

1) Potential increase in through traffic based on historical growth trends;

2) Projected trip generation from approved developments within the local impact area, which could be built-out by the design year; and

3) Planned and programmed transportation system changes, which would impact operations within the study area roadway network.

As part of the scoping process, data was presented to show that growth on the area roadways have ranged between -7.2% and +3.6% over the most recent 3-year period for which data is available. (See Attachment A-4.) As agreed with DDOT, the Consultant applied a +1.0% annual growth rate to existing through traffic volumes. The computed 2016 base traffic situation is included in Attachment F-1.

The following three (3) background developments were provided by DDOT, and their locations are shown in Attachment F-2:

1) Washington Gateway Project, Z.C. 06-14; 2) 33 New York Avenue, NE Hotel; and 3) Greyhound Station Redevelopment, 1005 1st St, NE

The Consultant obtained the traffic studies that were reviewed by DDOT as part of the approval process for the first two (2) of the above developments. Extracts from the respective studies, showing the projected vehicle trip generation and traffic assignment that impact the subject PUD site, are included as Attachments F-3 to F-9. The land-use mix and development densities of the Greyhound Station redevelopment were also provided by DDOT with understanding that assumptions regarding travel mode splits and ultimate vehicle trip generation and assignment would be made. (Details for the latter site are shown in Attachments F-10 and F-11.)

The cumulative background traffic situation was derived by combining the 2016 base traffic situation (Attachment F-1), with the traffic assignments for the sites noted above. [Note: As shown in Attachment F-9, the level of trip generation for the hotel project was insignificant, and was not included. The projected (combined) background traffic situation is shown in Exhibit 8. These volumes were analyzed using Synchro analysis techniques, and the results are presented in Table 5 (page 19). The results shown are discussed further in Section 4.4, dealing with the 2016 Total Traffic situation (page 23). [Attachment G includes the 2016 Background Traffic Synchro worksheets.]

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Exhibit 8: BackgroundZONING Traffic COMMISSION Situation (2016) O. R. GEORGE & ASSOCIATES, INC. District of Columbia Traffic Engineers – Transportation Planners 50 Florida Avenue Northeast,Case No. 12-02 Washington, D.C. 26 Planned Unit Development Application (Case No. 12-02) 18 Mr. Andrew Viola, Principal/Partner 50 Florida Avenue, NE - PUD Application Traffic Impact Assessment Report May 28, 2013 (Page 19 of 30)

PROJECTED BACKGROUND TRAFFIC SITUATION (2016) (Cont’d)

TABLE 5: Summary of Capacity Analysis Results – Year 2016 Background Traffic Situation

Intersection AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour  Level of Service: F  Level of Service: F  Avg. Control Delay: 171 secs.  Avg. Control Delay: 133 secs. 1) Florida Ave. @  95th Percentile Queue:  95th Percentile Queue: N. Capitol St. - N. Capitol St. (NBT): 621 ft - N. Capitol St. (NBT): ** - N. Capitol St. (SBT): ** - N. Capitol St. (SBT): 454 ft - Florida Ave. (EBT): 89 ft - Florida Ave. (EBT): 98 ft - Florida Ave. (WBT): 345 ft - Florida Ave. (WBT): 116 ft  Level of Service: A  Level of Service: B 2) Florida Ave. @  Avg. Control Delay: 10 secs.  Avg. Control Delay: 12 secs. site access  95th Percentile Queue: N/A  95th Percentile Queue: N/A  Level of Service: F  Level of Service: F  Avg. Control Delay: 224 secs.  Avg. Control Delay: 330 secs. 3) Florida Ave. @ P  95th Percentile Queue:  95th Percentile Queue: St., NE - P St. (NBL): 55 ft - P St. (NBL): 62 ft - Florida Ave. (EBT): 199 ft - Florida Ave. (EBT): 171 ft - Florida Ave. (WBT): ** - Florida Ave. (WBT): **  Level of Service: E  Level of Service: E  Avg. Control Delay: 78 secs.  Avg. Control Delay: 72 secs. 4) Florida Ave. @ 1st St., NE  95th Percentile Queue:  95th Percentile Queue: - Florida Ave. (EBR): ** - Florida Ave. (EBR): ** - Florida Ave. (WBL): ** - Florida Ave. (WBL): **  Level of Service: F  Level of Service: F  Avg. Control Delay: 81 secs.  Avg. Control Delay: 98 secs. 5) Florida Ave. @ Eckington Pl, NE  95th Percentile Queue:  95th Percentile Queue: - Eckington Pl (SBR): 377 ft - Eckington Pl (SBR): 282 ft - Florida Ave. (WBT): ** - Florida Ave. (WBT): **

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4.0 PROJECTED TOTAL TRAFFIC SITUATION (2016)

4.1 Proposed Development Plan

As discussed earlier, the proposed development consists of 185± residential condominium units and 7,858 Square Feet of ground-floor retail space. The residential units will be a mix of one- bedroom (64%) and two-bedrooms (36%) units. With respect to the parking and loading provisions, Table 6 shows the City’s requirements in accordance with the Zoning Regulations as compared with the Applicant’s proposal. TABLE 6: Parking and Loading Situation – 50 Florida Avenue PUD Site Elements Required (Per Zoning) PUD Proposal Parking - Residential 47 Spaces 203 Spaces - Retail 7 Spaces 7 Spaces Total 54 Spaces 210 Spaces Loading 1 Berth @ 12’ x 55’; 1 Berth @ 12’ x 30’* - Residential 1 Delivery Space @ 10’ x 20’ 1 Delivery Space @ 10’ x 20’

- Retail None 1 Berth @ 12’ x 30’* * Shared Loading Berth

As shown in Exhibit 2 (page 3), vehicular access is provided off Florida Avenue via an existing alleyway, which the Applicant is proposing to modify and upgrade. The new configuration, which addressed specific concerns raised by DDOT during the scoping process, will enhance vehicular access and minimize vehicle/pedestrian conflicts. Further details are shown in Exhibit 2. Truck access to the loading facilities is discussed in Section 6.0.

4.2 Site Trip Generation

The City’s guidelines for Traffic Impact Assessments require that trip rates published by the Institute of Traffic Engineers (ITE) be utilized. However, it is important to note that these rates are more applicable to stand-alone suburban sites, which have little or no access to public transportation services, bicycle facilities, significant pedestrian facilities, and other factors that facilitate significant non-auto use. As agreed through the scoping process, this study utilized the “base” ITE rates, and applied trip reduction factors that reflect the TOD location and related characteristics of the property within this urban setting. The study assumed the following mode split factors for residential use: Auto (35%); Transit - Rail & Bus (45%); Bicycle (5%); and Walk (15%). Based on these rates and factors, the estimated trip generation for each travel mode of transportation is presented in Table 7. ZONING COMMISSION District of Columbia

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TABLE 7: Trip Generation – 50 Florida Avenue PUD AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour Trip Rates In Out Total In Out Total  Trips/High-Rise Residential Condominium/Townhouse (Land Use 0.06 0.28 0.34 0.24 0.14 0.38 Code 232)* Trip Generation (per 185 units) 1. Auto Trips (vehicles) 4 18 22 15 9 24 2. Transit Trips (persons) 5 23 28 20 12 32 3. Bicycle Trips (persons) 1 3 4 2 1 3 4. Walk Trips (persons) 2 8 10 7 4 11 Total Non-auto Trips (persons) 8 34 42 29 17 46 *Note: As per ITE, local serving retail is considered to be typically part of this land use. Source: ITE Trip Generation Manual (2012), and O. R. George & Associates

In order to support the adjustment factors applied, the study conducted trip generation surveys of three (3) comparable residential sites:

Site #1: City Vista complex - 400 block L Street, NW: This consists of 441 condominium units (supported by 481 parking spaces), and 244 high-end apartment rental units (with an unknown number parking spaces), all using a single garage. The complex is approximately four (4) blocks walking distance from the Mt. Vernon Square Metro Station, and there are a number bus routes along several arterials serving the area.

Site #2: 2020 Lofts - 2020 12th Street, NW: This consists of 146 condo units, and is approximately three (3) blocks walking distance from the U Street Metro Station. There are a number of bus routes, notably along U Street and 14th Street, serving the area. (Confirmation of the number of parking spaces is still being researched.)

Site #3: Cityline at Tenley - 4101 Albemarle Street, NW: This consists of 204 condominium units (supported by approximately 306 parking spaces), and is one (1) block walking distance from the Tenleytown Metro Station. There are a number of bus routes serving the area.

General telephone inquiries were made to the property managers, and it was confirmed that the developments were generally fully occupied. The surveys were then conducted during the periods 7:00 to 10:00 AM and 4:00 to 7:00 PM, on typical mid-week days (Tuesday through Thursday). The morning and afternoon peak hours were identified by using the four (4) consecutive highest 15-minute intervals. The data is summarized in Table 8 following, and supporting material is included in Attachments H-1 to H-9. For comparison, the trip rates recommended by ITE for this use are also included in the table. ZONING COMMISSION District of Columbia

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TABLE 8: Vehicle Trip Generation Survey Results Summary

AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour Survey Sites In Out Total In Out Total Observed 12 82 94 50 21 71 Site #1: City Vista Auto Trips (685 units) Computed 0.02 0.12 0.14 0.07 0.03 0.10 Trip Rate Observed 8 22 30 16 9 25 Site #2: 2020 Lofts Auto Trips (146 units) Computed 0.05 0.15 0.20 0.11 0.06 0.17 Trip Rate Observed 2 4 6 23 7 30 Site #3: Cityline at Auto Trips Tenley (204 units) Computed 0.01 0.02 0.03 0.11 0.04 0.15 Trip Rate ITE Trip Rates 0.06 0.28 0.34 0.24 0.14 0.38

Source: O. R. George & Associates

Table 8 above shows that the computed trip rates vary, but are consistently well below those recommended by the ITE. For the dominant outbound direction during the morning peak hour, the surveyed rates were approximately 65% less than ITE rates; and for the dominant inbound direction during the evening peak hour, the surveyed rates averaged approximately 60% less.

The above findings are also consistent with the 2005 WMATA Development Related Ridership Survey, and a travel mode split survey conducted by the NoMa Business Improvement District (BID). The WMATA survey showed auto mode share in the range of 19%; and the NoMa BID survey showed an auto mode share of 18%. For convenience, extracts from the two documents are shown in Attachments H-10 to H-14.

4.3 Site Trip Distribution and Traffic Assignment (2016)

The trip distribution pattern for site traffic during the morning and afternoon peak periods are primarily related to the location of the site relative to employment opportunities. Based on this consideration, it is reasonable to assume that vehicle trips would be oriented toward the Central Employment Area to the south and west. A generalized assignment was made to reflect the roadway configuration, including consideration of one-way streets, and prohibited left turn

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Exhibit 9: Trip DistributionZONING COMMISSION and Assignment O. R. GEORGE & ASSOCIATES, INC. District of Columbia Traffic Engineers – Transportation Planners 50 Florida Avenue Northeast,Case No. 12-02 Washington, D.C. 26 Planned Unit Development Application (Case No. 12-02) 23 Mr. Andrew Viola, Principal/Partner 50 Florida Avenue, NE - PUD Application Traffic Impact Assessment Report May 28, 2013 (Page 24 of 30)

4.4 Traffic Analysis –Total Traffic Situation (2016)

The projected 2016 total traffic situation was derived by combining the projected background traffic situation (Exhibit 8) with the projected traffic assignment for the proposed development (Exhibit 9). The 2016 total traffic situation is shown in Exhibit 10. The volumes were analyzed using the Synchro analysis software, and the results are summarized below in Table 9. Copies of output from the Synchro runs are included as Attachment I.

TABLE 9: Summary of Capacity Analysis Results – Year 2016 Total Traffic Situation Intersection AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour  Level of Service: F  Level of Service: F  Avg. Control Delay: 171 secs.  Avg. Control Delay: 133 secs 1) Florida Ave. @  95th Percentile Queue:  95th Percentile Queue: N. Capitol St. - N. Capitol St. (NBT): 621 ft - N. Capitol St. (NBT): ** - N. Capitol St. (SBT): ** - N. Capitol St. (SBT): 454 ft - Florida Ave. (EBT): 89 ft - Florida Ave. (EBT): 98 ft - Florida Ave. (WBT): 346 ft - Florida Ave. (WBT): 116 ft  Level of Service: B  Level of Service: B 2) Florida Ave. @ site  Avg. Control Delay: 13 secs.  Avg. Control Delay: 15 secs. access  95th Percentile Queue: N/A  95th Percentile Queue: N/A  Level of Service: F  Level of Service: F  Avg. Control Delay: 225 secs.  Avg. Control Delay: 331 secs. 3) Florida Ave. @ P  95th Percentile Queue:  95th Percentile Queue: St., NE - P St. (NBL): 56 ft - P St. (NBL): 66 ft - Florida Ave. (EBT): 202 ft - Florida Ave. (EBT): 172 ft - Florida Ave. (WBT): ** - Florida Ave. (WBT): **  Level of Service: E  Level of Service: E  Avg. Control Delay: 78 secs.  Avg. Control Delay: 73 secs. 4) Florida Ave. @ 1st St., NE  95th Percentile Queue:  95th Percentile Queue: - Florida Ave. (EBR): ** - Florida Ave. (EBR): ** - Florida Ave. (WBL): ** - Florida Ave. (WBL): **  Level of Service: F  Level of Service: F  Avg. Control Delay: 81 secs.  Avg. Control Delay: 99 secs. 5) Florida Ave. @ Eckington Pl, NE  95th Percentile Queue:  95th Percentile Queue: - Eckington Pl (SBR): 377 ft - Eckington Pl (SBR): 282 ft - Florida Ave. (WBT): ** - Florida Ave. (WBT): **

The results shown in Table 9 appear to accurately reflect the current and likely continuing operational constraints within the area of the site. This refers particularly to the situation within the New York Avenue/Florida Avenue/1st Street triangle area. Traffic operations within this area were discussed in length in earlier sections of the report. In order to show the impact of the proposed ZONING COMMISSION development of the subject site, Table 10 (page 26) was developed to compareDistrict of Columbia Levels of Service (LOS) under existing, background, and total traffic situations. Case No. 12-02 26

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Exhibit 10: TotalZONING Traffic COMMISSION Situation O. R. GEORGE & ASSOCIATES, INC. District of Columbia Traffic Engineers – Transportation Planners 50 Florida Avenue Northeast,Case No. 12-02 Washington, D.C. 26 Planned Unit Development Application (Case No. 12-02) 25 Mr. Andrew Viola, Principal/Partner 50 Florida Avenue, NE - PUD Application Traffic Impact Assessment Report May 28, 2013 (Page 26 of 30)

TABLE 10: Summary and Comparison of Capacity Analysis Results (Existing and Future Conditions)

Existing Background Total Evaluation Intersection Situation (2013) Situation (2016) Situation (2016) Criteria AM PM AM PM AM PM LOS F F F F F F 1) Florida Ave. @ Avg. Control N. Capitol St. 158 123 171 133 171 133 Delay (secs.) LOS A B A B B B 2) Florida Ave. @ Avg. Control site access 10 12 10 12 13 15 Delay (secs.) LOS F F F F F F 3) Florida Ave. @ Avg. Control P St., NE 204 304 224 330 225 331 Delay (secs.) LOS E E E E E E 4) Florida Ave. @ Avg. Control 1st St., NE 67 64 78 72 78 73 Delay (secs.) LOS E F F F F F 5) Florida Ave, @ Avg. Control Eckington Pl. 73 89 81 98 81 99 Delay (secs.)

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Table 10 shows that the proposed development will no have any impact on the overall levels of service computed for the study area intersections, when the 2016 background traffic situation is compared with the 2016 total traffic situation (including the trips for the subject site). Correspondingly, the results show miniscule changes in the average control delay values for some locations, typically in the range of 0 seconds such as at Florida Ave. @ Eckington Pl. to 0.6 seconds such as at Florida Ave. @ P St., NE. The conclusion is that development of the site will have no appreciable impact on levels of service within the local area.

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5.0 TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT PLAN

The City’s current policies emphasize vehicle trip reduction as one of its major objectives for enhancing the quality of life. In support of this objective, DDOT requires developments to implement Transportation Demand Management (TDM) measures, with the goal of maximizing alternative modes of transportation. The data presented in earlier sections of this report has shown that the PUD site is located within a TOD zone, and that vehicular trip generation would be very low. As such, there would be no appreciable impact on levels of service and overall operational efficiency at intersections within the immediate area. In keeping with the City’s policies, the Applicant proposes the following as the principal elements of its TDM plan.

a) Resident Transportation Coordinator (RTC): The Applicant's site management or the Condominium/Ownership Association will designate one employee as the Resident Transportation Coordinator. This person’s duties would be to provide information to residents regarding transit opportunities and schedules, bicycle parking, as well as bike-share and car- share locations within the area of the development.

b) Loading Facility Management: The Applicant proposes to put in place a management arrangement through which move-in/move-out would be scheduled and would generally occur during weekday off-peak periods and on weekends.

c) Bicycle Usage Program: The Applicant proposes to provide 68 bicycle parking spaces in a convenient location that would be accessible to residents and retail patrons at all times. In addition, 10 short-term bicycle racks will be provided adjacent to the building entrance within the public space. The Applicant will also provide a one-time Capital Bikeshare annual membership fee for initial owners.

d) Car Sharing Promotions: The Applicant will fund a one-time car-sharing application and annual membership fee (totaling $85.00) per unit for initial owners.

e) Transit Subsidies: The Applicant proposes to provide a one-time $50.00 SmartTrip card per unit to initial owners and employees in order to encourage non-auto mode usage.

Note: Owners would elect either one of the provisions under items c, d or e.

In addition to the above items, the Applicant proposes to work with its attorneys and DDOT to put in place the means that would preclude building residents from obtaining Residential Permit Parking approvals. To further ensure the continued effectiveness of the TDM measures, the subject property’s RTC will maintain liaison with the DDOT staff for purposes of monitoring, reporting and feedback.

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6.0 OTHER PUD REVIEW CONSIDERATIONS

Section 24 of the City’s Zoning Regulations places considerable emphasis on encouraging “high- quality developments that provide public benefits.” This section also points to the need for protecting and advancing the public health, safety, welfare, and convenience. While this is more specific with respect to relief sort through the Board of Zoning Adjustment process, the following items summarize the key transportation-related criteria stipulated in the Regulations, and discuss how the proposal complies with them.

1) §2403.3: “The impact of the project on the surrounding area and the operations of city services and facilities shall not be found to be unacceptable, but shall instead be found to be either favorable, capable of being mitigated, or acceptable given the quality of public benefits in the project.” The study has shown that the site is favorable situated in terms of the ease of access to the City’s transportation facilities and services. Furthermore, the accessibility is quite compatible with the City’s policies regarding multimodal access, mobility, and sustainability. Traffic flow within the local area is currently somewhat constrained, and the situation would only be marginally impacted by the development of the PUD site (see Table 9).

2) §2403.9(c): “Effective and safe vehicular and pedestrian access, transportation management measures, connections to public transit service, and other measure to mitigate adverse traffic impacts.” As noted above and in earlier sections of the report, the site is easily accessible to the various modes of the City’s transportation system, most notably its connections to public transportation services. With respect to mitigation of traffic impacts, the Applicant has developed a TDM plan, which was detailed in Section 5.0.

3) §2405.6: “Off-street parking spaces and loading berth facilities shall be provided as otherwise prescribed in this title. However, the Commission may reduce or increase the amount of such facilities depending on the uses and the location of the project.” As discussed in Section 4.1 of this report, the Applicant proposes to provide off-street parking, fully consistent with the Zoning Regulations (Section 2101.1, Schedule of Requirements for Parking Spaces). The plan calls for 210 parking spaces, which would serve the approximately 185 residential units; and 7 spaces to serve the retail use. As part of the project scoping, DDOT has raised the issue of seeking to minimize parking. In this regard, the Consultant notes the following:

 The PUD site is located within an area where there is limited on-street parking. (Parking is prohibited along Florida Ave., 1st Street, and New York Ave.) In addition, the site is located quite close to low-density residential housing along Q Street. It is therefore important to ensure that the parking needs of the development can be satisfied within the site in order to minimize adverse impacts on the local area.

 The trip generation study was discussed in Section 4.2 (page 20). The surveys showed quite conclusively that parking provisions forZONING residential COMMISSION developments within TOD zones are not directly related to vehicle trip generaDistricttion. of Columbia (Many residents own vehicles, but do not use them for weekday commutingCase No. activity.) 12-02 26

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 The residential survey conducted by the NoMa Business Improvement District showed that, even for rental developments, the majority of residents own vehicles, while only 18% use them to commute to work.

With respect to the loading facilities, Table 6 (page 20) shows that the Applicant is seeking relief from providing one 12’ x 55’ loading berth. The Applicant’s statement has noted that the 12’ x 55’ loading space would not be needed to serve the move-in/move-out activity of residents considering the mix of condominium units. The Applicant also notes that move- in/move-out activities would be scheduled so as to ensure that the needs of tenants can be adequately met. It is also noted that move-in/move-out activity would typically occur during weekends, when deliveries to the retail establishments would be at a minimum. The Consultant therefore finds that the proposal to provide one (1) 12’ x 30’ loading berth and one (1) 10’ x 20’ delivery space would adequately serve the needs of the site.

The Applicant’s commitment to management of the loading facilities is also included in the TDM plan, which is detailed in Section 5.0. In keeping with DDOT’s requirements, truck tracking diagrams were developed to illustrate the feasibility of access to the loading facilities. Truck tracking diagrams are presented in Attachment J.

4) §2405.6: The Applicant’s submission shall show “A circulation plan, including the location of all vehicular and pedestrian access ways and the location and number of all off-street parking spaces and loading berths, including an indication of which spaces are designated for which use;” Exhibit 2 on page 3 illustrates the site layout and proposed access situation. Exhibit 4 on page 9 also details pedestrian connectivity within the local area as a whole, including linkages to the Metrostation and local bus stops. The issue of parking and loading was addressed under item 3 above. The current site plan addresses concerns raised by DDOT regarding pedestrian movements in the area of the site entrance. In this regard, it is noted that there are currently two (2) crosswalks (across Florida Avenue) in the area of what had previously been the Porter Street intersection. While this roadway has officially been closed and the right-of-way abandoned, the crosswalks are still in place. The Consultant proposes that this issue be addressed as one of the elements that would be considered through the PDRM/Public Space review process.

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7.0 SUMMARY OF FINDINGS AND CONCLUSION

Based on the foregoing data and analyses, this study has shown that the proposed development can be accommodated by the local area transportation system and would not create adverse traffic impacts on the immediate area. Principal findings supporting this conclusion are as follows:

a) Existing levels of service within the defined study area is currently approaching capacity and force-flow conditions. This applies particularly to conditions within the 1st Street/Florida Avenue/New York Avenue triangle, where unmet demands often “spill-back” to the west in the area of the P Street intersection, and toward North Capitol Street. This situation is more pronounced during the afternoon peak period. [See Section 2.4 on Page 10.]

b) The PUD proposal has strong TOD characteristics, due to its proximity to the NoMA-Gallaudet U Metrostation, bus transit along area roadways, as well as access to bicycle and car-sharing services within the area. The site also has strong pedestrian and bicycle connectivity to major employment opportunities within NoMA, Capitol Hill, and other districts within the Central Employment Area. [See Section 2.3 on Page 8.]

c) The site is projected to generate 22 vehicles during the morning and 24 vehicles during the afternoon peak hours on typical weekdays (total inbound and outbound directions). The trips will be well-distributed, with access opportunities provided from Florida Avenue, and the alleyway connecting the site to Q Street and Eckington Place. This level of trip generation will not significantly impact operations within the defined study area. [See Section 4.4 on Page 24.]

d) The Applicant proposes to provide more than the required off-street parking spaces. Considering the location of the development close to significant low-density residential uses, and with limited on-street parking within the area, the proposed parking supply will ensure that the parking demands of the development will not adversely impact neighboring uses, (particularly the residential). [See Section 2.6 on Page 15.]

e) The study has shown that the loading and service access needs of the site would be adequately met by the facilities provided. This would be further supported by the Applicant’s proposal to manage the facilities through the scheduling of resident move-in/move-out activities, so that they would not conflict with needs of the retail component of the development. [See Section 6.0 on Page 28.]

f) In keeping with the City’s current guidelines and policy objectives, the Applicant proffers to implement an effective Transportation Demand Management Plan that would ensure reduced vehicle trip generation from the site. [See Section 5.0, on Page 27.]

Based on the above factors, the Consultant finds that the PUD proposal would satisfy the City’s requirements for adequate transportation facilities. The proposal would also be consistent with the provisions of the City’s Comprehensive Plan regarding development within transit station areas, as well as comply with the City’s policies and guidelines regarding mobilityZONING and sustainability.COMMISSION District of Columbia < < < < < : : : : : > > > > > Case No. 12-02 26

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DDOT ScopingZONING and COMMISSION Correspondence District of Columbia

Case No. 12-02 26 Project Name & Applicant Team: Applicant: Bush Construction Companies, Inc., 2000 Clarendon Boulevard, Suite 100, Arlington, VA 22201 (Attn: Andrew Viola)

Land Use Council: Holland & Knight, LLP, 800 17th St., NW, Washington D.C. 20006 (Attn: Kyrus L. Freeman, Esquire)

Transportation Consultants: O. R. George & Assoc. Inc., 10210 Greenbelt Road, Suite 310, Lanham, MD. 20706 (Attn: Osborne R. George, P.E., PTOE) Case Type & No. (PUD, LTR, etc.): Planned Unit Development (PUD) Case Number: ZC 12-02 Street Address: 50 Florida Avenue NE, Washington, DC 20001 Current Zoning and/or Overlay District: C-2-A (Community Business Center-low moderate density) and C-M-2 (Medium Bulk Commercial and Light Manufacturing) Date of Filing: April, 2013 Estimated Date of Hearing: July, 2013 Description of Project: Removal of the existing improvements and develop of a mixed-use building consisting of 185 Multi-family residential units and 7,500 + SF ground-floor retail space, supported by 216+ off-street parking spaces. The site location is shown in Attachment A, and the site plan is included as Attachment B. 1. Strategic Planning Elements (Planning Documents) DDOT Comments/Action Items Planning Guidelines: The CTR will address how the proposed development considers the primary city-wide Discuss any new proposed zoning map/text planning documents, as well as localized studies. See Section 3.1 of the CTR guidelines for more information. amendment.

Proposed Documents:  The City’s Comprehensive Plan;  DDOT Comprehensive Transportation Review Process (September, 2012) and TIS Study Guidelines;  District of Columbia Pedestrian Master Plan;  District of Columbia Bicycle Master Plan;  DCMR Title 11 - Zoning Regulations [Section 21 – Off-street Parking, Section 22 – Off-Street Loading];  Northeast Gateway Revitalization Strategy & Implementation Plan;  NoMA Vision Plan; and  DDOT Design & Engineering Manual. 2. Roadway Network, Capacity & Operations DDOT Comments/Action Items Vehicle Trip Generation Assumptions  Provide preliminary estimation for the # of Guidelines: Provide preliminary site-generated vehicle trips and mode split assumptions. In addition, provide AM/PM trips for each mode (not just vehicles). the assumptions and supporting documentation behind the proposed mode split. See Section 3.2.1 of the CTR  Provide desired or committed retails tenants (or guidelines for further information. retail type), if known.  In addition to the ITE trip generation manual, Proposed preliminary mode split and supporting documentation: Study will utilize ITE Trip Generation document all survey and data sources that will be th Manual, 9 Edition. We propose the following mode split factors for the residential trips: employed, and show how these additional

Auto = 35.0%; Transit (Rail & Bus) = 45.0%; Bicycle = 5.0%; Pedestrian = 15.0%; surveys are relevant to the proposed site (is the

ZONING COMMISSION 1 District of Columbia CTR Draft Beta Version, September 2012 Case No. 12-02 26 A-1 surrounding land use similar? Similar transit The above mode split estimates considered the locations of the site within a Transit Oriented Development options?, etc.) zone, and the implementation of a robust Transportation Demand Management plan in keeping with DDOT’s  [added 5/8/2013: DDOT agrees with the use of requirements. The WMATA Development-Related Ridership Survey (dated 2005) has also been consulted in the provided case studies in the attached e-mail developing the mode splits. The table following shows the projected trip generation for the residential use: to help validate a trip generation rate that is substantially lower than ITE; as stated in a latter

AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour section of this report, the parking trip generation is not in line with the provided parking supply] In Out Total In Out Total

ITE Trip Rates LUC 232 0.06 0.28 0.34 0.24 0.14 0.38 Total Vehicle Trips (With no adjustment) Trips per 185 Units 11 52 63 44 26 70 Net Vehicle Trips (With adjustment) Trips per 185 Units 4 18 22 15 9 24

The retail use will be local-serving, and will generate no significant vehicle trips. The Consultant will also conduct trip generation surveys of comparably situated sites within the City. [Note: the trip generation noted above falls below the 25 vehicle trip threshold stipulated in the CTR guideline.]

Vehicle Site Access  Provide AutoTurn diagrams at all access points for the Guidelines: If vehicle access is needed, at a minimum the CTR will provide locations of access point(s) and largest delivery vehicle expected. desired access controls (full, right-in/right-out, etc.). See Section 3.2.2 of the CTR guidelines for any further  In addition to showing AutoTurn movements, requirements. document where back-up maneuvers take place, if any. Access Location(s): One existing curb cut off Florida Avenue, and two off the abutting alleyway system.  Document upstream sight distances for vehicles at all Access Control: Full access. egress points from site. Existing Curb cuts utilized: Yes.  Per the PUD plan submission sheets, the applicant is Existing Curb cuts abandoned: Yes (curb cut mid-way along the Florida Ave. frontage of the site). proposing full access at the intersection of Florida Proposed curb cuts: One into the underground garages and one into the loading docks from the alleyway. and Porter. DDOT has concerns with allowing left-in Curb cut width and radii: See site plan (Attachment B). Details to be provided as the plans are refined. and left-out movements and may not allow them as

part of the public space permitting process.  Significant Geometric changes to the site entrance at Porter Street have been proposed to alleviate difficult turn-movement and sight distance problems. While DDOT is generally supportive of the “squaring up” of this intersection, final geometric design will be approved during the public space permitting process

ZONING COMMISSION 2 District of Columbia CTR Draft Beta Version, September 2012 Case No. 12-02 26 A-2 and a PDRM is strongly encouraged.  Provide the access control at the intersection of the public alley and the garage exit. Stop control? Yield control? CTR Triggers for further vehicle analysis (for sections below) Guidelines: See Section 3.2.3 of the CTR guidelines to determine if a more comprehensive vehicle analysis is required. If so, completion of the remainder of the Roadway Network, Capacity & Operation section of the scoping form is required. The site is expected to generate significantly less than 25 vehicle trips during the morning and afternoon peak hours. See Table above.

Development Scenarios  DDOT is in agreement Guidelines: See Section 3.2.4 of the CTR guidelines for discussion of the required development scenarios.

Proposed Development Scenario: Study will analyze traffic for Existing Conditions, Background Conditions and Total/Future Conditions. The Applicant plans to construct the project in a single phase, and build-out is anticipated by 2015. The study will therefore analyze future conditions for 2016, i.e., 2015 plus one year.

Vehicle Study Area  DDOT is in agreement with the proposed Guidelines: See Section 3.2.5 of the CTR guidelines for discussion of the study area. intersections. (By incorporating existing conditions on Porter Street, the future Proposed Study Area intersections, including access points (attach Figure at end of Scoping Form as needed): intersection conditions of the public alley and the The Consultant proposes to conduct TMCs, LOS and crash data analysis for the following intersections: garage driveway can be implied.)

1. N. Capitol St. @ Florida Ave. 2. Florida Ave. @ P St., NE 3. Florida Ave. @ Porter St., NE 4. Florida Ave. @ 1st St., NE 5. Florida Ave. @ Eckington Pl., NE

The proposed study intersections are illustrated in Attachment A.

Data Collection and Hours of Analysis • DDOT agrees with the need to collect bike counts, Guidelines: See Section 3.2.6 of the CTR guidelines for discussion of the required data collection and hours of pedestrian counts, bus and vehicle counts at analysis. all study intersections. • Weekend analysis is not needed. Proposed turning movement count intersections: Data will be collected 7:00 - 10:00 AM and 4:00 - 7:00 PM at the locations noted under the Vehicle Study Area above on typical weekdays when Congress and Public Schools are in session. City guidelines will be followed with data collection for vehicular traffic, pedestrian, bicycle, and bus movements will be noted.

ZONING COMMISSION 3 District of Columbia CTR Draft Beta Version, September 2012 Case No. 12-02 26 A-3 Roadway Improvements  Consultant will make a request to DDOT for all Guidelines: The study will account for approved and funded roadway improvement projects within the study pending and future transportation improvement area that are expected to begin before the proposal’s horizon year. See Section 3.2.7 of the CTR guidelines. projects and will incorporate relevant changes to the roadway network to include lane re-striping, Proposed roadway improvements: road diets, new trails, etc. The Consultant will review the City’s current Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for the area and will also consult with DDOT regarding any public roadway improvements likely to be in place by the project horizon year. Based on the reviews to date, no such projects are envisioned.

Background Developments  Contact the DDOT case manager for background Guidelines: The study will account for vehicle trips generated by developments in the study area that have an developments. Some of the developments origin/destination within the study area. See Section 3.2.8 of the CTR guidelines. mentioned in prior correspondence may no longer be relevant or may have been constructed and Proposed background development: Per the earlier scoping process, extensive discussions were held with the whose impacts would show up in the existing DDOT staff and background developments were provided. [Copy of the previously accepted version of the traffic conditions, while other new developments CTR form along with relevant correspondence is included as Attachment C.] may have approved within the last year. Background Growth  DDOT is in general agreement with this Guidelines: The study will account for annual growth or decrease in through traffic on minor and principal conservative estimate. arterials that pass through the proposed study area. See Section 3.2.9 of the CTR guidelines. Proposed annual background growth: Data from DDOT’s website shows the following growth pattern for the most recent 3 years (2008-2010) for which data is available.

Average Roadway Segment 2008 2009 2010 Annual Growth 1. N. Capitol St. (South of New York Ave.) 27.0 27.2 26.2 -2.2% 2. Florida Ave. (East of N. Capitol St.) 23.2 25.7 24.8 3.6% 3. Eckington Pl. (North of Florida Ave.) 10.0 8.9 8.6 -7.2% 4. P St. (East of N. Capitol St.) 9.7 9.6 N/A -1.0%

Based on the above, we propose to use an annual growth rate of 1.0% over a 3-year period (to 2016).

Site Trip Distribution & Assignment  Provide supporting documentation and justification Guidelines: Trips generated by the site will be distributed throughout the study area network. See Section for directional distribution percentages. 3.2.10 of the CTR guidelines for information in trip distribution and assignment.  Provide the conditions where trips be assigned to the east/west alley (toward Q street) over assigning them Proposed site distribution and assignment (attach Figures, as needed, at end of Scoping Form): to Florida Ave The generated trips from the site would be generally oriented towards the major employment areas within  In attachment D, there are 12 peak hour trips shown the City. Our preliminary trip distribution and assignment is shown in Attachment D. The Applicant will work exiting the site by making a right turn onto P (after

ZONING COMMISSION 4 District of Columbia CTR Draft Beta Version, September 2012 Case No. 12-02 26 A-4 with DDOT to finalize the vehicle trip distribution and assignment. making a left out of the site). However, drivers are

more likely to simply turn right out of the site and then left onto North Capitol. Re-assign these movements accordingly.  Attachment D also shows 3 entering peak hour vehicles from eastbound Q Street. This is highly unlikely given the channelization at Q/North Capitol. Re-assign these trips to Quincy Place.

Analysis Methodology  DDOT agrees with the proposed analysis methodology. Guidelines: Capacity analyses are typically performed using Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) methodologies or  Impacts of left-turn movements on traffic back-ups at a similar industry recognized software. See Section 3.2.11 of the CTR guidelines. the site access points should be also discussed.  The Synchro file MUST be field-verified for Proposed analysis methodology: Study will utilize Synchro to analyze the intersections listed under Vehicle timing/phasing accuracy. Provide a copy of the th Study Area above, and it will document levels of service and 95 percentile queues. Synchro files with submission of the CTR.

Vehicle Trip Mitigation Guidelines: Proposed mitigation of vehicle impacts, if needed, must not add significant delay to other travel modes. Standard non-urban mitigation often includes geometric re-design which may not fit DDOT’s practice of balancing safety and capacity across multiple transportation modes. See Section 3.2.12 of the CTR guidelines.

For Informational purposes only. Mitigation will be documented in the final CTR. No information is required in the scoping form.

3. Bicycle & Pedestrian Facilities DDOT Comments/Action Items CTR Triggers for bike and pedestrian mode share Guidelines: A CTR is required to include some level analysis of the bike and pedestrian network at a minimum, based on several potential factors. See Section 3.3.1 of the CTR guidelines to determine if a more comprehensive analysis is required. If so, complete the remainder of the Bicycle & Pedestrian Facilities section of this scoping form.

CTR Bike and Pedestrian Study area  Document existence and condition of pedestrian Guidelines: See Section 3.3.2 of the CTR guidelines to determine bike and pedestrian study areas. pathways from Site to nearby generators/attractors (e.g. Major office, Metro Proposed bike and pedestrian study areas: The proposed bicycle and pedestrian study area is shown in Station, transit stop, etc.). Document walking time Attachment A. to/from these generators/attractors, including

any signal delay if crossing a signalized intersection is needed.  Document the existence and condition of bike

ZONING COMMISSION 5 District of Columbia CTR Draft Beta Version, September 2012 Case No. 12-02 26 A-5 pathways from Site to nearby biking facilities, including Eckington Place, the Metropolitan Branch Trail access point, and the 1st Street Cycletrack (currently under construction). Data Collection and Analysis of Bike Network and Facilities  Document existing bike facilities in immediate vicinity Guidelines: See Section 3.3.3 of the CTR guidelines for data collection requirements and analysis for bike and (there are several bike lanes and Metropolitan Branch pedestrian modes. Trail nearby). Request planned bike facilities in the immediate vicinity from DDOT. Proposed Bike network and facilities analysis: We propose to inventory pedestrian and bicycle facilities  61 bicycle parking spaces are proposed at a secure within the study area noted above. We will also assess the condition of sidewalks, ADA provisions, and other location in the underground. DDOT appreciates the pedestrian and bicycle facilities based on general field observations. The study will document desirable applicant’s attempt to abide the Bicycle Commuter walk/bicycle paths and travel times to the NoMA-Gallaudet U Metrostation. and Parking Expansion Act of 2007 that requires a 1:3

space/unit ratio for bike parking. However, DDOT believes that this site is in a desirable biking location near the Eckington bike lanes, 1st street cycle track and with quick access to the MBT. Accordingly, DDOT encourages the Applicant to provide vehicle parking at a minimum of 1 space for every 2 units. Note, that in the current zoning re-write, the proposed ratio becomes 1:1. [added 5/8/13: in a follow up conversation with DDOT, the Applicant indicated a willingness to increase the bike parking but noted that 1:1 was not likely. See e-mail correspondence at the end of this form.]  Much like car parking, there are DCMR regulations for long-term bike parking: Namely, the spaces must be 2’x6’ each. Also, a 5’ access aisle is required. Further, only bike parking that is on the ground level (or one level below grade) counts for DCMR compliance. Typical bike-parking layout and DCMR bike parking regulations are attached at the end of this form.

Mitigation for Bike network Guidelines: If deficiencies have been documented in the study area’s pedestrian or bike facilities that would preclude the proposed mode split, then mitigation of these deficiencies is required. See Section 3.3.4 of the CTR guidelines for mitigation requirements of the bike network.

For Informational purposes only. Mitigation will be documented in the final CTR. No information required in

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4. Transit Service DDOT Comments/Action Items CTR Triggers for transit mode share Guidelines: A CTR is typically required to include some level analysis of the transit network, based on several potential factors. See Section 3.4.1 of the CTR guidelines to determine the minimum analysis requirements and if a more comprehensive transit analysis is required. If so, completion of the remainder of the Transit Service section of this scoping form is required. See Section 3.4.1 of the CTR guidelines CTR Transit study area Guidelines: If further analysis of the transit network is triggered, see Section 3.4.2 of the CTR guidelines for determining the requisite study area.

Proposed transit study area: See Attachment A. Analysis of Transit Network  Document location existing nearby local and express Guidelines: Analysis of the transit network will incorporate both a quantitative and qualitative review. See bus routes along with peak hour headways. Section 3.4.3 of the CTR guidelines for further information.  Show all adjacent stops.  Document condition of bus stops (sheltered, ADA Proposed transit analysis: Study will document the location of the site within a Transit Oriented access, etc.) Development zone, particularly relative to the NoMa-Gallaudet U Metrostation. Study will also document Metrorail and Metrobus routes, schedules and headways at different times of the day. Study will assess the condition of bus stops within the area in order to identify those that do not meet the City’s standards. Transit Trip Mitigation Guidelines: Proposed mitigation of transit impacts may be needed, given certain impacts to the network. See Section 3.4.4 of the CTR guidelines for more information.

For Informational purposes only. Mitigation will be documented in the final CTR. No information is required in scoping form.

5. Site Access and Loading DDOT Comments/Action Items Guidelines: At a minimum, the Applicant is required to show site access for vehicles, pedestrians and bicyclists.  Based on the submitted plans, all loading appears In addition, DDOT has additional policies for site access and loading as they relate to public space. See Section to be coming off of Florida Ave; provide a loading 3.5 of the CTR guidelines for additional information regarding these policies. plan to enforce this route, as opposed to access from Q Street. Freight\Delivery  Provide truck turning movements for the largest The study will identify existing and proposed commercial vehicle access to the site. See Section 3.5.1 desired truck size showing movements into the of the CTR guidelines. loading bays, out of the loading bays; and Motorcoach traversing the dog-leg alley leading to Q Street (if For developments that will generate significant tourist activity (hotels, museums, etc.) the study will discuss the the alley is expected to be utilized for loading). site plan’s accommodation of motorcoach access. See Section 3.5.2 of the CTR guidelines.  Document requested loading relief, if any.

ZONING COMMISSION 7 District of Columbia CTR Draft Beta Version, September 2012 Case No. 12-02 26 A-7 Proposed Loading Analysis: Study will develop estimates of commercial vehicles accessing the site via the proposed loading facilities, and document the size and frequency of vehicles. The study will include truck tracking diagrams for the designed vehicles that will be involved. 6. Parking DDOT Comments/Action Items Guidelines: Minimum requirements exist for documenting parking needs and constraints, regardless of  The proposed project is very over-parked. The development size. Further requirements may be needed for larger developments. See Section 3.6 prior PUD application proposed 50 to 60 spaces, which is more in-line with the projected demand. Proposed Parking Analysis: Study will include an inventory and usage surveys of available on-street parking  Will any on-site parking be dedicated to retail? within the immediate vicinity of the site as a general background to the analysis.  Show availability and occupancy rates of nearby on-street parking. 7. Transportation Demand Management DDOT Comments/Action Items Triggers for a TDM Plan  The TDM plan will reflect guidelines established in Guidelines: All developments are encouraged to produce TDM plans, regardless of size. See Section 3.7 the DDOT’s Incorporation of Transportation Demand Management into the Development Proposed TDM Plan: A Transportation Demand Management plan will be developed in accordance of with Review. Proposed TDM strategies should take the City’s guidelines, and based on the characteristics of the proposed land use. advantage of the site’s proximity to Metro and the Metropolitan Branch Trail and the Capital Bikeshare station on Eckington Place. 8. Performance Monitoring & Measurement DDOT Comments/Action Items Guidelines: Developments of a certain size may need to incorporate a performance monitoring element as a  Based on the current large proposed parking condition of zoning approval. See Section 3.8 of the CTR guidelines for more information. supply that is not in line with the projected vehicle trip generation, a performance monitoring For informational purposes only. Requirements for performance monitoring will be coordinated with the plan will be requested. DDOT case manager.

9. Safety DDOT Comments/Action Items Guidelines: The CTR will demonstrate that the site will not create or exacerbate existing safety issues for all  Include all intersections of study area. modes of travel. See Section 3.9 of the CTR guidelines for further information.  Make request for vehicle, pedestrian and bike crash data. Proposed Safety Analysis:  Provide sight distance at the exit access points from Study will evaluate all access points to the site considering available corner site distances, separation from the site. adjacent intersections, potential queuing and other factors related to operations at the site entry points. The  The Consultant is expected to make any data requests study will consider crash data for the most recent 3-year period for which data is available for all study as soon as possible. intersections, and will highlight any existing safety issues. Study will propose mitigation measures to improve pedestrian and vehicular safety, if necessary, with emphasis on the immediate vicinity of the site.

10. Streetscape/Public Realm DDOT Comments/Action Items

ZONING COMMISSION 8 District of Columbia CTR Draft Beta Version, September 2012 Case No. 12-02 26 A-8 Guidelines: DDOT expects new developments to rehabilitate streetscape infrastructure between the curb and  DDOT will require the existing driveway entrance property lines. The applicant must work closely with DDOT and OP to ensure that design of the public realm (located at the midpoint of the site’s Florida Ave meets current standards. See Section 3.10 of the CTR guidelines for direction on streetscape rehabilitation. frontage) to be rebuilt as continuous sidewalk.  The proposed realignment will be considered in the These guidelines are provided to inform that public realm design standards may alter an Applicant’s intended public space permitting process. However, show any use of public space. positive or negative effects of the realignment on The Applicant’s site plans will detail all improvements proposed within the public space. It is anticipated that pedestrian and vehicle safety and on-street parking. additional elements which may be of concern to the City will be identified in DDOT’s responses.  Public space abutting the property is required to be

built to DDOT standards.  DDOT reminds the Applicant that parking and utility vaults are not allowed in public space.

Information/Data Requests (List requested data from DDOT after each field below):  District planning documents: None  Local planning documents, including small area plans: None  Information on programmed and/or funded roadway improvements in study area: Requested  Studies for background developments in study area: Requested  Signal Timings: Data requested for all signalized study area intersections  Crash Data: Requested

Proposed Schedule:  DDOT comments on Scoping Document: TBD  Transportation Consultant/Applicant responses to comments: TBD  Phase I Completion: TBD  Phase II Completion: TBD  Submission of Report to DDOT: TBD  Zoning Commission or BZA Hearing Date: TBD

Attach any Figures, Tables, and Appendices here: Approved A. Site Location Map and Study Area Intersections Jamie Henson, Project Review Manager 5/8/2013 B. PUD Site Plan C. Copy of the previously accepted CTR form and relevant correspondence D. Site Trip Distribution

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Greetings Bryon: As a follow-up to our conversation yesterday, we confirm that all of the comments and concerns raised in DDOT’s responses are clear, and will be addressed within the appropriate sections of our report. We wish to highlight the following items from the Scoping Form and also note a couple areas where the Applicant expressed some concern: a) Trip Generation Survey (Item 2, Bullet # 3, page 1): We selected the following sites for our trip generation surveys: Site #1: City Vista residential complex - 400 Block L Street, NW: consists of 441 condo units, and 244 high-end apartment units using a single garage. The complex is approximately 4 blocks walking distance from the Mt. Vernon Square Metro Station, and a number bus routes along several arterials serving the area. Site #2: 2020 Lofts – 2000 Block 12th Street, NW: consists of 146 condo units. The site is approximately 3 blocks walking distance from the U Street Metro Station, and a number of bus routes, notably along U Street and 14th Street. Site #3: Cityline at Tenley – 4100 Block Albemarle Street, NW: consists of 204 condo units. The site is approximately 1 block walking distance from the Tenleytown/AU Metro Station, and there are a number of bus routes serving the area.

The subject 50 Florida Avenue PUD site, is in proximity to Metro-rail and bus transit lines, and is also located close to the North Capitol Street corridor, which is the subject of DDOT’s Great Streets Initiative. The Comprehensive Plan notes that the goal of this initiative is to transform the corridor into a thriving and inviting neighborhood center, bringing added transit and pedestrian amenities to the local area. We therefore believe that these sites represent favorable comparables. b) Porter Street/Alley Access (Vehicle Site Access, Bullet # 4, page 2): The Applicant and land use council pointed out that Porter Street has been closed, and the alley re-aligned to connect to Florida Avenue in the area of the proposed garage access. The Applicant has 2 concerns: i) Turn restrictions would tend to overburden the residential uses along section of Q Street to the north overall; and ii) Access through the alley from Q Street by vans and trucks would be quite challenging if not impossible. We understand that we will need to address this issue in our study.

c) Background Developments (page 4): As part of our previous scoping, DDOT had provided 2 background developments: i) The Washington Gateway Project; and ii) 33 New York Avenue, NE Hotel project. Please advise regarding the status of these developments, and whether any additional developments would need to be included.

d) Analysis of Bicycle Network and Facilities (page 6, Bullet # 2): The application currently proposes 68 bicycle spaces on-site, 5 greater than the 63 required. The Applicant is examining thee possibility of increasing the spaces further. You also noted on-going changes to bicycle facilities within the area. We will research the matter further; but we would appreciate any information that you can share with us as well.

We believe we now have a good basis on which to proceed with the study, and we look forward to receiving the information we have requested above as well as the final CTR Scoping Form. Thanks for your kind attention and assistance!

Osborne Osborne R. George, P.E., PTOE

ZONING COMMISSION 13 District of Columbia CTR Draft Beta Version, September 2012 Case No. 12-02 26 A-13 O. R. GEORGE & ASSOCIATES, INC. Transportation Planning & Engineering 10210 Greenbelt Road, Suite 310 Lanham, MD 20706-2218 (301) 794-7700 (phone) (301) 794-4400 (fax) Legal Disclaimer - This electronic message generated by O.R. George & Associate, Inc. and attachments may contain privileged or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient, please forward the message to “[email protected]" and delete it from your computer and network. Thank you!

From: White, Bryon J. (DDOT) [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Thursday, May 02, 2013 11:05 AM To: '[email protected]' Cc: Nerisa Holder; Henson, Jamie (DDOT) Subject: ZC 12-02 - 50 Florida Ave, NE

Osborne, Nerisa, Please see the attached scoping form with DDOT comments. If you are okay with these, I will sign them and re-send a "final" version. If you have any questions, please let me know. Thank you, -Bryon Bryon J. White, P.E. Transportation Planner d. DISTRICT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Policy, Planning, and Sustainability Administration 55 M Street, SE, 5th Floor Washington, DC 20003 www.ddot.dc.gov

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Example of how to properly show bike parking spaces on a site plan

The following rules come from the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations Title 18, Chapter 21: 2119 BICYCLE PARKING SPACES

2119.3 Bicycle facilities shall have convenient access from the building or structure and street or other bicycle right-of-way, be clean, secure and well lit and shall be located within a building or structure, either on the ground floor, basement, or first cellar level. 2119.4 All bicycle parking spaces required under §2119.1 shall be a minimum of two feet (2') in width and six feet (6') in length. 2119.5 An aisle five feet (5') in width shall be provided between rows of bicycle parking spaces and the perimeter of the area devoted to bicycle parking. 2119.6 If a room or common locker not divided into individual spaces is used to meet these requirements, twelve square feet of floor area shall be considered the equivalent of one (1) bicycle parking space. Where manufactured metal lockers or racks are provided, each locker or stall devoted to bicycle parking shall be counted as one bicycle parking space.

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Case No. 12-02 26 DC Department of Transportation - Traffic Accident Reporting and Analysis System Accident Summary Report (R-7)

Intersection: NORTH CAPITOL ST and FLORIDA AVE, BN Time Period Covered: From 01/01/2010 To 12/31/2012 Prepared By: Victorine Gwei Prepared Date: 5/9/2013

Total Number of Accident: 56 Collision Type #ACC % Collision Type #ACC % Total Number of Fatalities: 0 Right Angle: 4 7.1% Fixed Object: 1 1.8% Total Number of Injuries: 27 Left Turn: 3 5.4% Ran Off Road: 0 0.0% Total Number of Disabling Injuries: 0 Right Turn: 5 8.9% Ped. Involved: 2 3.6% Total Number of NonDisabling Injuries: 4 Rear End: 17 30.4% Backing: 0 0.0% Total Number of Pedestrians Involved: 2 Side Swiped: 20 35.7% Non Collision: 1 1.8% Total Number of Bicycles Involved: 4 Head On: 1 1.8% Under/Over Ride: 1 1.8% Total Number of Motorcycles Involved: 1 Parked: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 1 1.8%

Time of Day #ACC % Day o fweek #ACC % 07:30 ~ 09:30: 5 8.9% Sunday: 6 10.7% 09:30 ~ 11:30: 5 8.9% Monday: 11 19.6% 11:30 ~ 13:30: 5 8.9% Tuesday: 5 8.9% 13:30 ~ 16:00: 9 16.1% Wednesday: 6 10.7% 16:00 ~18:30: 9 16.1% Thursday: 11 19.6% 18:30 ~ 07:30: 23 41.1% Friday: 8 14.3% Unspecified: 0 0.0% Saturday: 9 16.1%

Weather Condition #ACC % Surface Condition #ACC % Clear: 47 83.9% Dry: 43 76.8% Rain: 8 14.3% Wet: 10 17.9% Snow: 0 0.0% Snow/Ice: 0 0.0% Sleet/Hail: 0 0.0% Slush: 0 0.0% Fog/Mist: 1 1.8% Water/Sand: 0 0.0% Crosswind/Blowing Sand: 0 0.0% Repairing: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 3 5.4%

Type of Vehicle #VEH % Accident Severity Type #ACC % Passenger Car: 74 66.7% Fatal Collision: 0 0.0% Bus: 5 4.5% Injury Collision: 23 41.1% Truck: 5 4.5% PDO Collision: 33 58.9% Taxi: 4 3.6% Light Condition #ACC % Minivan: 0 0.0% Daylight: 35 62.5% Police/Emergency Vehicle: 3 2.7% Dawn/Dusk: 3 5.4% Motorcycle/Moped: 1 0.9% Dark(Lighted): 16 28.6% Bicycle: 4 3.6% Dark(Not Lighted): 0 0.0% Fixed Object: 0 0.0% Dark(Unknown Lighting): 0 0.0% Unspecified: 15 13.5% Unspecified: 2 3.6%

Contributing Factor #VEH % Pedestrian Actions #ACC % Driver: Speed: 2 1.8% In Crosswalk with Signal: 0 0.0% Driver: Alcohol/Drug: 1 0.9% In Crosswalk against Signal: 0 0.0% Driver: Electronic Device: 0 0.0% In Crosswalk no Signal: 0 0.0% Driver: Others: 22 19.8% In Unmarked Crosswalk: 0 0.0% Vehicle: 1 0.9% Not in Crosswalk: 0 0.0% Roadway: 0 0.0% From Between Parked Cars: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 85 76.6% Unspecified: 2 100.0%

Year Accidents Fatalities Injuries Disabling Injuries Pedestrians Bicycles Motorcycles 2010 20 0 11 3 0 ZONING 1COMMISSION 1 2011 21 0 12 0 2 District1 of Columbia 0 2012 15 0 4 1 0 2 0 Case No. 12-02 40 Records are not approved as of 5/9/2013 10:27:36 AM 26

E-1 DC Department of Transportation - Traffic Accident Reporting and Analysis System Accident Summary Report (R-7)

Intersection: FLORIDA AVE and P ST, NE Time Period Covered: From 01/01/2010 To 12/31/2012 Prepared By: Victorine Gwei Prepared Date: 5/9/2013

Total Number of Accident: 26 Collision Type #ACC % Collision Type #ACC % Total Number of Fatalities: 0 Right Angle: 2 7.7% Fixed Object: 0 0.0% Total Number of Injuries: 10 Left Turn: 3 11.5% Ran Off Road: 1 3.8% Total Number of Disabling Injuries: 0 Right Turn: 1 3.8% Ped. Involved: 1 3.8% Total Number of NonDisabling Injuries: 0 Rear End: 7 26.9% Backing: 1 3.8% Total Number of Pedestrians Involved: 0 Side Swiped: 8 30.8% Non Collision: 1 3.8% Total Number of Bicycles Involved: 1 Head On: 0 0.0% Under/Over Ride: 1 3.8% Total Number of Motorcycles Involved: 0 Parked: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 0 0.0%

Time of Day #ACC % Day o fweek #ACC % 07:30 ~ 09:30: 1 3.8% Sunday: 5 19.2% 09:30 ~ 11:30: 4 15.4% Monday: 8 30.8% 11:30 ~ 13:30: 5 19.2% Tuesday: 3 11.5% 13:30 ~ 16:00: 6 23.1% Wednesday: 0 0.0% 16:00 ~18:30: 5 19.2% Thursday: 4 15.4% 18:30 ~ 07:30: 5 19.2% Friday: 3 11.5% Unspecified: 0 0.0% Saturday: 3 11.5%

Weather Condition #ACC % Surface Condition #ACC % Clear: 24 92.3% Dry: 24 92.3% Rain: 2 7.7% Wet: 2 7.7% Snow: 0 0.0% Snow/Ice: 0 0.0% Sleet/Hail: 0 0.0% Slush: 0 0.0% Fog/Mist: 0 0.0% Water/Sand: 0 0.0% Crosswind/Blowing Sand: 0 0.0% Repairing: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 0 0.0%

Type of Vehicle #VEH % Accident Severity Type #ACC % Passenger Car: 35 67.3% Fatal Collision: 0 0.0% Bus: 1 1.9% Injury Collision: 6 23.1% Truck: 7 13.5% PDO Collision: 20 76.9% Taxi: 1 1.9% Light Condition #ACC % Minivan: 0 0.0% Daylight: 20 76.9% Police/Emergency Vehicle: 1 1.9% Dawn/Dusk: 0 0.0% Motorcycle/Moped: 0 0.0% Dark(Lighted): 6 23.1% Bicycle: 1 1.9% Dark(Not Lighted): 0 0.0% Fixed Object: 0 0.0% Dark(Unknown Lighting): 0 0.0% Unspecified: 6 11.5% Unspecified: 0 0.0%

Contributing Factor #VEH % Pedestrian Actions #ACC % Driver: Speed: 0 0.0% In Crosswalk with Signal: 0 0.0% Driver: Alcohol/Drug: 2 3.8% In Crosswalk against Signal: 0 0.0% Driver: Electronic Device: 0 0.0% In Crosswalk no Signal: 0 0.0% Driver: Others: 12 23.1% In Unmarked Crosswalk: 0 0.0% Vehicle: 1 1.9% Not in Crosswalk: 0 0.0% Roadway: 0 0.0% From Between Parked Cars: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 37 71.2% Unspecified: 0 0.0%

Year Accidents Fatalities Injuries Disabling Injuries Pedestrians Bicycles Motorcycles 2010 9 0 7 0 0 ZONING 0COMMISSION 0 2011 10 0 2 0 0 District0 of Columbia 0 2012 7 0 1 0 0 1 0 Case No. 12-02 14 Records are not approved as of 5/9/2013 10:29:04 AM 26

E-2 DC Department of Transportation - Traffic Accident Reporting and Analysis System Accident Summary Report (R-7)

Intersection: FLORIDA AVE and PORTER PL, NE Time Period Covered: From 01/01/2010 To 12/31/2012 Prepared By: Victorine Gwei Prepared Date: 5/9/2013

Total Number of Accident: 3 Collision Type #ACC % Collision Type #ACC % Total Number of Fatalities: 0 Right Angle: 0 0.0% Fixed Object: 0 0.0% Total Number of Injuries: 0 Left Turn: 0 0.0% Ran Off Road: 0 0.0% Total Number of Disabling Injuries: 0 Right Turn: 0 0.0% Ped. Involved: 0 0.0% Total Number of NonDisabling Injuries: 0 Rear End: 2 66.7% Backing: 0 0.0% Total Number of Pedestrians Involved: 0 Side Swiped: 1 33.3% Non Collision: 0 0.0% Total Number of Bicycles Involved: 0 Head On: 0 0.0% Under/Over Ride: 0 0.0% Total Number of Motorcycles Involved: 0 Parked: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 0 0.0%

Time of Day #ACC % Day o fweek #ACC % 07:30 ~ 09:30: 1 33.3% Sunday: 0 0.0% 09:30 ~ 11:30: 0 0.0% Monday: 0 0.0% 11:30 ~ 13:30: 0 0.0% Tuesday: 0 0.0% 13:30 ~ 16:00: 0 0.0% Wednesday: 2 66.7% 16:00 ~18:30: 1 33.3% Thursday: 0 0.0% 18:30 ~ 07:30: 1 33.3% Friday: 1 33.3% Unspecified: 0 0.0% Saturday: 0 0.0%

Weather Condition #ACC % Surface Condition #ACC % Clear: 3 100.0% Dry: 3 100.0% Rain: 0 0.0% Wet: 0 0.0% Snow: 0 0.0% Snow/Ice: 0 0.0% Sleet/Hail: 0 0.0% Slush: 0 0.0% Fog/Mist: 0 0.0% Water/Sand: 0 0.0% Crosswind/Blowing Sand: 0 0.0% Repairing: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 0 0.0%

Type of Vehicle #VEH % Accident Severity Type #ACC % Passenger Car: 4 66.7% Fatal Collision: 0 0.0% Bus: 0 0.0% Injury Collision: 0 0.0% Truck: 0 0.0% PDO Collision: 3 100.0% Taxi: 0 0.0% Light Condition #ACC % Minivan: 0 0.0% Daylight: 2 66.7% Police/Emergency Vehicle: 0 0.0% Dawn/Dusk: 1 33.3% Motorcycle/Moped: 0 0.0% Dark(Lighted): 0 0.0% Bicycle: 0 0.0% Dark(Not Lighted): 0 0.0% Fixed Object: 0 0.0% Dark(Unknown Lighting): 0 0.0% Unspecified: 2 33.3% Unspecified: 0 0.0%

Contributing Factor #VEH % Pedestrian Actions #ACC % Driver: Speed: 0 0.0% In Crosswalk with Signal: 0 0.0% Driver: Alcohol/Drug: 0 0.0% In Crosswalk against Signal: 0 0.0% Driver: Electronic Device: 0 0.0% In Crosswalk no Signal: 0 0.0% Driver: Others: 2 33.3% In Unmarked Crosswalk: 0 0.0% Vehicle: 0 0.0% Not in Crosswalk: 0 0.0% Roadway: 0 0.0% From Between Parked Cars: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 4 66.7% Unspecified: 0 0.0%

Year Accidents Fatalities Injuries Disabling Injuries Pedestrians Bicycles Motorcycles 2010 1 0 0 0 0 ZONING 0COMMISSION 0 2011 1 0 0 0 0 District0 of Columbia 0 2012 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 Case No. 12-02 1 Records are not approved as of 5/9/2013 10:29:52 AM 26

E-3 DC Department of Transportation - Traffic Accident Reporting and Analysis System Accident Summary Report (R-7)

Intersection: 1ST ST and FLORIDA AVE, NE Time Period Covered: From 01/01/2010 To 12/31/2012 Prepared By: Victorine Gwei Prepared Date: 5/3/2013

Total Number of Accident: 37 Collision Type #ACC % Collision Type #ACC % Total Number of Fatalities: 0 Right Angle: 2 5.4% Fixed Object: 0 0.0% Total Number of Injuries: 10 Left Turn: 5 13.5% Ran Off Road: 0 0.0% Total Number of Disabling Injuries: 0 Right Turn: 2 5.4% Ped. Involved: 0 0.0% Total Number of NonDisabling Injuries: 2 Rear End: 8 21.6% Backing: 0 0.0% Total Number of Pedestrians Involved: 1 Side Swiped: 16 43.2% Non Collision: 0 0.0% Total Number of Bicycles Involved: 0 Head On: 2 5.4% Under/Over Ride: 0 0.0% Total Number of Motorcycles Involved: 0 Parked: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 2 5.4%

Time of Day #ACC % Day o fweek #ACC % 07:30 ~ 09:30: 0 0.0% Sunday: 4 10.8% 09:30 ~ 11:30: 4 10.8% Monday: 7 18.9% 11:30 ~ 13:30: 5 13.5% Tuesday: 6 16.2% 13:30 ~ 16:00: 10 27.0% Wednesday: 7 18.9% 16:00 ~18:30: 5 13.5% Thursday: 2 5.4% 18:30 ~ 07:30: 13 35.1% Friday: 6 16.2% Unspecified: 0 0.0% Saturday: 5 13.5%

Weather Condition #ACC % Surface Condition #ACC % Clear: 33 89.2% Dry: 31 83.8% Rain: 3 8.1% Wet: 3 8.1% Snow: 0 0.0% Snow/Ice: 0 0.0% Sleet/Hail: 0 0.0% Slush: 0 0.0% Fog/Mist: 0 0.0% Water/Sand: 0 0.0% Crosswind/Blowing Sand: 0 0.0% Repairing: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 1 2.7% Unspecified: 3 8.1%

Type of Vehicle #VEH % Accident Severity Type #ACC % Passenger Car: 45 60.0% Fatal Collision: 0 0.0% Bus: 7 9.3% Injury Collision: 8 21.6% Truck: 10 13.3% PDO Collision: 29 78.4% Taxi: 1 1.3% Light Condition #ACC % Minivan: 0 0.0% Daylight: 24 64.9% Police/Emergency Vehicle: 1 1.3% Dawn/Dusk: 0 0.0% Motorcycle/Moped: 0 0.0% Dark(Lighted): 12 32.4% Bicycle: 0 0.0% Dark(Not Lighted): 0 0.0% Fixed Object: 0 0.0% Dark(Unknown Lighting): 0 0.0% Unspecified: 11 14.7% Unspecified: 1 2.7%

Contributing Factor #VEH % Pedestrian Actions #ACC % Driver: Speed: 0 0.0% In Crosswalk with Signal: 1 100.0% Driver: Alcohol/Drug: 0 0.0% In Crosswalk against Signal: 0 0.0% Driver: Electronic Device: 0 0.0% In Crosswalk no Signal: 0 0.0% Driver: Others: 10 13.3% In Unmarked Crosswalk: 0 0.0% Vehicle: 0 0.0% Not in Crosswalk: 0 0.0% Roadway: 1 1.3% From Between Parked Cars: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 64 85.3% Unspecified: 0 0.0%

Year Accidents Fatalities Injuries Disabling Injuries Pedestrians Bicycles Motorcycles 2010 9 0 5 1 0 ZONING 0COMMISSION 0 2011 16 0 5 1 1 District0 of Columbia 0 2012 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 Case No. 12-02 28 Records are not approved as of 5/3/2013 10:48:06 AM 26

E-4 DC Department of Transportation - Traffic Accident Reporting and Analysis System Accident Summary Report (R-7)

Intersection: ECKINGTON PL and FLORIDA AVE, NE Time Period Covered: From 01/01/2010 To 12/31/2012 Prepared By: Victorine Gwei Prepared Date: 5/3/2013

Total Number of Accident: 17 Collision Type #ACC % Collision Type #ACC % Total Number of Fatalities: 1 Right Angle: 1 5.9% Fixed Object: 1 5.9% Total Number of Injuries: 10 Left Turn: 1 5.9% Ran Off Road: 1 5.9% Total Number of Disabling Injuries: 0 Right Turn: 0 0.0% Ped. Involved: 3 17.6% Total Number of NonDisabling Injuries: 1 Rear End: 3 17.6% Backing: 0 0.0% Total Number of Pedestrians Involved: 1 Side Swiped: 4 23.5% Non Collision: 0 0.0% Total Number of Bicycles Involved: 2 Head On: 0 0.0% Under/Over Ride: 1 5.9% Total Number of Motorcycles Involved: 1 Parked: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 2 11.8%

Time of Day #ACC % Day o fweek #ACC % 07:30 ~ 09:30: 0 0.0% Sunday: 0 0.0% 09:30 ~ 11:30: 3 17.6% Monday: 0 0.0% 11:30 ~ 13:30: 2 11.8% Tuesday: 3 17.6% 13:30 ~ 16:00: 2 11.8% Wednesday: 3 17.6% 16:00 ~18:30: 4 23.5% Thursday: 4 23.5% 18:30 ~ 07:30: 6 35.3% Friday: 5 29.4% Unspecified: 0 0.0% Saturday: 2 11.8%

Weather Condition #ACC % Surface Condition #ACC % Clear: 15 88.2% Dry: 14 82.4% Rain: 1 5.9% Wet: 1 5.9% Snow: 1 5.9% Snow/Ice: 1 5.9% Sleet/Hail: 0 0.0% Slush: 0 0.0% Fog/Mist: 0 0.0% Water/Sand: 0 0.0% Crosswind/Blowing Sand: 0 0.0% Repairing: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 1 5.9%

Type of Vehicle #VEH % Accident Severity Type #ACC % Passenger Car: 22 66.7% Fatal Collision: 1 5.9% Bus: 3 9.1% Injury Collision: 7 41.2% Truck: 5 15.2% PDO Collision: 9 52.9% Taxi: 0 0.0% Light Condition #ACC % Minivan: 0 0.0% Daylight: 13 76.5% Police/Emergency Vehicle: 0 0.0% Dawn/Dusk: 1 5.9% Motorcycle/Moped: 1 3.0% Dark(Lighted): 2 11.8% Bicycle: 2 6.1% Dark(Not Lighted): 0 0.0% Fixed Object: 0 0.0% Dark(Unknown Lighting): 0 0.0% Unspecified: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 1 5.9%

Contributing Factor #VEH % Pedestrian Actions #ACC % Driver: Speed: 1 3.0% In Crosswalk with Signal: 1 100.0% Driver: Alcohol/Drug: 0 0.0% In Crosswalk against Signal: 0 0.0% Driver: Electronic Device: 0 0.0% In Crosswalk no Signal: 0 0.0% Driver: Others: 7 21.2% In Unmarked Crosswalk: 0 0.0% Vehicle: 0 0.0% Not in Crosswalk: 0 0.0% Roadway: 0 0.0% From Between Parked Cars: 0 0.0% Unspecified: 25 75.8% Unspecified: 0 0.0%

Year Accidents Fatalities Injuries Disabling Injuries Pedestrians Bicycles Motorcycles 2010 8 0 7 1 1 ZONING 1COMMISSION 0 2011 5 1 2 0 0 District1 of Columbia 1 2012 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 Case No. 12-02 12 Records are not approved as of 5/3/2013 10:51:17 AM 26

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BackgroundZONING COMMISSIONDevelopment InformationDistrict and of ComputationsColumbia Case No. 12-02 26

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2016 Base TrafficZONING Situation COMMISSION O. R. GEORGE & ASSOCIATES, INC. District of Columbia Traffic Engineers – Transportation Planners 50 Florida Avenue Northeast,Case No. 12-02 Washington, D.C. 26 Planned Unit Development Application (Case No. 12-02) F-1 SITE

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F-3 Square 3584, Washington Gateway Transportation Impact Study Washington, D.C.

Table 3-2 indicates that the New York Avenue intersections with Florida Avenue, 1st Street, Penn Street, and the N Streetll 5t Street intersection would operate beyond capacity (volume to capacity ratio greater then 1.0) during both the AM and PM peak hours, both with and without the planned New York Avenue and Florida Avenue Circle.

The New York Avenue/Florida Avenue intersection would operate at a volume to capacity ratio of 1.49 during the AM peak hour and 1.53 during the PM peak hour, with the planned New York Avenue and Florida Avenue Circle. The New York Avenue/Florida Avenue intersection operates at a volume to capacity ratio of 1.11 during the AM peak hour and 1.57 during the PM peak hour. The N Streetll st Street intersection would operate at a volume to capacity of 2.02 during the AM peak hour and 1.24 during the PM peak hour.

The New York Avenue-Florida Avenue-Gallaudet University Metro Station, Metrobus service, the Metropolitan Branch Trail, and improved sidewalks in NoMa would provide facilities for transportation modes other than a private automobile. Road network improvements in NoMa and congestion management strategies are being evaluated per the NoMa Vision Plan & Development Strategy.

Site Trip Generation Analysis

The numbers of trips that will be generated by 250 residential condominium apartments, a 170 room hotel, and 580,315 S.F. of office were estimated based on: (I) ITE trip generation rates, (2) the proximity of the project to the New York Avenue-Florida Avenue- Gallaudet University station, and (3) experience with other comparable projects in Washington, D.C. Trips for three (3) development plans were estimated and are shown in Table 3-5.

Table 3-6 shows that the Washington Gateway project will generate 410 (308 in and 100 out) AM peak hour trips, and 424 (131 in and 293 out) PM peak hour trips. These estimates assume that approximately 59 percent of all residents, 21 percent of the hotel guests, and 58 percent of the office workers would use Metro or some other non-auto mode during peak hours.

Vehicles using the Sunoco gas station which currently occupies the site were not discounted from the trip generation or the road network. Therefore, this report presents a conservative analysis.

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Case No. 12-02 26 25 F-4 Table 3-6 Washington Gateway Site-Trip Generation Analysis

Land Use AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour Land Use Size Units Code In Out Total In Out Total

ITE Vehicle-Tril2s (1) Condominiums 250 DU 220 25 101 126 101 54 155 Hotel 170 ROOMS 310 48 31 79 53 47 100 Office 580,315 SF 710 674 92 766 124 605 729 Subtotal 747 224 971 278 706 984

ITE Person-Tril2s {2l Condominiums 250 DU 220 29 116 145 116 62 178 Hotel 170 ROOMS 310 58 37 95 64 56 120 Office 580,315 SF 710 741 101 843 136 666 802 Subtotal 828 254 1,083 316 784 1,100

Sguare 3584 Vehicle Tri~s {3l Condominiums 250 DU 220 10 41 51 41 22 63 Hotel 170 ROOMS 310 38 24 63 42 37 79 Office 580,315 SF 710 260 35 296 48 234 282 Total 308 100 410 131 293 424

Notes: (1) Based on Trip Generation, 7th Edition, Institute of Transportation Engineers. (2) Assumptions: Residential Non-auto mode split: 0% 0% 0% Average vehicle occupancy 1.15 1.10 1.2 (persons per vehicle) (3) Assumptions: Residential Hotel Non-auto mode split: 59.3% 57.9% 21% Average vehicle occupancy 1.15 1.20 1.2 (persons per vehicle) Non-auto mode splits were adapted from the U.S. Census 2000 Data Summary File 3 and the Development-Related Ridership Survey /I, Washington Metropolitian Area Transit Authority, December 1989.

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Wells & Ass.ociates, lLC McLean, VirginiaF-5 Table 3-7 Washington Gateway Site-Trip Generation Comparison

Land Use AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour Land Use Size Units Code In Out Total In Out Total

Existing By-right Development

ITE Vehicle-Trips (1) Office 874,842 SF 710 935 128 1063 180 879 1059

ITE Person-Trips (2) Office 874,842 SF 710 1029 141 1169 198 967 1165

Vehicle Trills (3) Office 874,842 SF 710 361 49 410 70 339 409

ProQosed Washington Gateway Condominiums 250 DU 220 10 41 51 41 22 63 Hotel 170 ROOMS 310 38 24 63 42 37 79 Office 580,315 SF 710 260 35 296 48 234 282 Total 308 100 410 131 293 424

Change -53 51 a 61 -46 15 Percent Change -14.7% 104.1% 0.0% 87.1% -13.6% 3.7%

Notes: (1) Based on Trip Generation, 7th Edition, Institute of Transportation Engineers. (2) Assumptions:

Non-auto mode split: 0% Average vehicle occupancy 1.10 (persons per vehicle) (3) Assumptions: Office Non-auto mode split: 57.9% Average vehicle occupancy 1.20 (persons per vehicle) Non-auto mode splits were adapted from the U.S. Census 2000 Data Summary File 3 and the Development-Related Ridership Survey If, Washington Metropolitian Area Transit Authority, December 1989.

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MEMORANDUM

TO: Jamie Henson, District Department of Transportation Bryon White, District Department of Transportation

COPY: Brook Katzen, JBG Christy Shiker, Holland & Knight

FROM: Jami L. Milanovich, P.E. Kyle L. Brown

RE: Hyatt Place Hotel, 33 New York Avenue, NE – BZA Case No. 18344 Transportation Assessment

DATE: March 23, 2012

INTRODUCTION

JBG/New York Avenue Hotel, LLC, the Applicant, proposes to redevelop property located at 33 New York Avenue, NE with a 200-room Hyatt Place hotel. The subject site currently is occupied by a vacant night club and is located on the south side of New York Avenue, approximately midblock between North Capitol Street and 1st Street, NE, as shown on Figure 1. The site currently is zoned C-3-C and is located within the North Capitol TDR Receiving Zone. Hotels are permitted as a matter-of-right in the C-3-C zone; however, the Applicant is seeking two areas of relief: (1) a variance related to the number of required parking spaces and (2) a special exception related to the roof structure, including walls of unequal height and setbacks. The Applicant is scheduled to appear before the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA) on May 8, 2012. This memorandum has been prepared in support of the requested parking variance and to address your request for additional information regarding various transportation elements of the site.

As shown on Figure 2, the Applicant proposes to raze the existing site and construct a new hotel with approximately 200 rooms. The hotel will be a select service hotel; that is, the proposed on-site facilities, such as meeting rooms and the restaurant, will be for the express purpose of serving the guests staying at the hotel. As such, the meeting space will be minimal, approximately 1,300 SF, and the restaurant located in the hotel will not be a destination restaurant.

Based on the unique size and configuration of the lot (the width of the property on its western edge is only 67 feet), providing parking on the site is not practical given the constraints discussed herein. Originally, below-grade parking was proposed for the hotel, with a right-in/right-out driveway on New York Avenue. Under this original plan, very few of the parking spaces were zoning compliant, based on size, location and accessibility. The plan showed 20 parking spaces within private property and 19 spaces located within vault spaces in the two proposed below-grade levels. BasedZONING on COMMISSION written feedback, District of Columbia

Case No. 12-02 1420 Spring Hill Road, Suite 600  McLean, Virginia 22102  703 / 917-6620  Fax: 70326 / 917-0739

F-8 Jamie Henson Bryon White March 23, 2011 Page 7 of 13

Table 3 Trip Generation Summary

AM PEAK HOUR PM PEAK HOUR TRIP TYPE Inbound Outbound Total Inbound Outbound Total Trip Generation 20 20 40 22 21 43 based on Field Calibrated Rates1 Trip Generation 59 38 97 63 55 118 based on ITE Equations/Rates2

Non-auto Mode Split (trips) 39 18 57 41 34 75

Non-auto Mode Split (%) 66% 47% 59% 65% 62% 64%

1 Inbound and outbound distributions for the AM and PM peak hour determined to be average of inbound and outbound distributions for the three similar hotel sites. 2 Inbound and outbound distributions for the AM and PM peak hours from ITE Trip Generation, 8th Edition.

In urban environments, the percentage of site-generated trips that would utilize non-auto modes of transportation is dependent on the proximity of the site to rail and bus stops and other alternative transportation options, such as Zipcar stations, BikeShare stations, pedestrian amenities, and bicycle amenities.

The Hyatt Place Hotel site is considered to be “very walkable” with “excellent transit” according to the Walk Score website (www.walkscore.com). In fact, the site scores an 85 out of a possible 100 on the walk score scale and an 82 out of a possible 100 transit score scale. The walk score considers how close various amenities, such as coffee shops, grocery stores, schools, parks, and banks, are to the site. The transit score considers how close rail and bus services are to the site. It should be noted that these scores are likely to improve as the area continues to redevelopment and additional amenities come on- line. The scales utilized by Walk Score are shown in Table 4.

Considering the field measured data and the availability of non-auto modes of transportation (especially public transportation) near the site, the non-auto mode splits of 59 percent for the AM peak hour and 64 percent for the PM peak hour are reasonable. Therefore, as shown in Table 3, the proposed 200- room hotel is predicted to generate 40 AM peak hour trips and 43 PM peak hour trips based on the data collected at similar sites. Additionally, based on the vehicle classification data gathered during the counts at each hotel, approximately 50 percent of the AM peak hour trips (or 20 trips) and 40 percent of the PM peak hour trips (or 17 trips) would not be from guests utilizing personal vehicles (i.e., they would arrive via taxi, limo, bus or other non-personal vehicle). Accordingly, only the remaining 20 trips in the AM peak hour and 26 trips in the PM peak hour would be made by guests and employees utilizing personal vehicles. As discussed in the following section, the excess parking capacity in the vicinity of the hotel would be more than sufficient to accommodate this limited number of vehicle trips.

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AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour Trip Rates In Out Total In Out Total • General Office Building (Land Use Code 710) 1.37 0.19 1.56 0.25 1.24 1.49 - With 30% auto 0.41 0.06 0.47 0.08 0.37 0.45 • Apartment (Land Use Code 220) 0.10 0.41 0.51 0.40 0.22 0.62 - With 35% auto 0.04 0.14 0.18 0.14 0.08 0.22 • Supermarket (Land Use Code 850) 2.11 1.29 3.40 4.83 4.65 9.48 - With 35% auto 0.74 0.45 1.19 1.69 1.63 3.32 Trip Generation Trips/330,000 Sq. Ft. 135 20 155 26 122 148 Trips/300 Dwelling Units 12 42 54 42 24 66 Trips/20,000 Sq. Ft. 15 9 24 34 33 67 Total Trips 162 71 233 102 179 281

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Table 9 Mode Share for All trips by Residential Site

Mode Residential Site Metrobus & Metrorail1 Auto3 Walk & Other4 Other Transit2 Ballston Station Area Lincoln Towers 50% 2% 38% 11% Randolph Towers 45% 1% 40% 15% Court House Station Area Arlington Courthouse Plaza 58% 0% 29% 14% Courtland Towers 46% 0% 39% 15% Crystal City Station Area Crystal Plaza Apartments 39% 0% 52% 9% Crystal Square Apartments 53% 0% 42% 5% Dunn Loring-Merrifield Station Area Merrifield Village 37% 1% 53% 9% Friendship Heights Station Area Highland House West 33% 2% 53% 12% North Park Apartments 32% 2% 57% 9% Gallery Place-Chinatown Station Area Meridian @ Gallery Place 61% 6% 15% 18% The Lansburgh 39% 6% 21% 34% Grosvenor-Strathmore Station Area Avalon at Grosvenor Station 39% 1% 57% 3% Grosvenor House Apartments 17% 0% 76% 7% Grosvenor Park I 30% 2% 64% 5% Stoneybrook 34% 1% 62% 4% Silver Spring Station Area Georgian Towers 42% 10% 35% 14% Twin Towers 49% 4% 27% 19% U-Street/African American Civil War Memorial/Cardozo Station Area Summit Roosevelt 31% 20% 22% 27% Average Among All Sites 41% 4% 43% 13%

Notes: 1 Includes multimodal trips that may have involved auto or bus use in combination with Metrorail. 2 Includes bus only trips, and commuter rail, such as MARC, VRE or Amtrak. 3 Includes trips as driver and passenger of a private automobile. 4 Includes cycling and any other form of transportation one may use.

When sorted by concentric location typology (CBD location, Inside the Beltway and Outside the Beltway) as shown in Table 10, modal splits did not vary as widely as modal splits at the surveyed office sites. For those sites in CBD locations, which only included the two sites in the Gallery Place station area, Metrorail usage averaged 50 percent of all trips. For those sites located in Inside the Beltway and Outside the Beltway locations, the Metrorail usage averages were 43 percent and 31 percent for all trips, respectively.

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What is your primary method of transportation to get to work?

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