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Maps Thursday, March 11, 2010 

Maps
The Existing Land Use Map is a graphic map of what is on the ground at a given point in time. It is color coded based on current land uses determined by field surveys undertaken in the summer 2006, analysis of aerial photography, and tax assessor data. Its function is to act as a base map, a starting point towards the future development map to be drafted in the spring 2007.

The Character Area Map contains specific geographic areas within the community that 1) have unique or special characteristics that need to be preserved; 2) have potential to evolve into unique areas; or 3) require special attention because of unique development issues. Each character area is a planning sub-area within the community where more detailed, small-area planning and policy implementation may be applied in order to preserve, improve, or otherwise influence future development patterns in a manner consistent with the community vision.

The Special Attention Map summarizes the locations most likely to be impacted by growth, including areas where growth should be avoided. As the City continues to grow and develop, it will have significant impacts on the existing residents, natural and cultural resources, community services and facilities, and infrastructure. The map shows where these areas are located.

The Future Land Use Map for the City of Snellville is a parcel-specific map that is intended to serve as a guide in making rezoning decisions.  The map assigns a future land use designation to every parcel in the city.  These land use designations are not definite but rather a blueprint that reflects anticipated land use needs.  Land use changes will ultimately depend on the changing needs and overall desires of the community.

The Future Development Map illustrates several major features that are intended to help guide rezoning and capital investment decisions.  These features include character areas and key development areas.  A description of each character area, as well as corresponding development strategies, is available on this website under Comprehensive Plan documents.

 

General Transportation Maps
The Roads and Highway Network Map identifies the transportation system in Snellville including bridges, principal arterials (US 78 & SR 124), major arterials (Oak Road, Highpoint Road), minor arterials (Lenora Church Road, Henry Clower Boulevard), major collectors (Wisteria Drive, Pinehurst Road), and residential streets.

The Signal Locations, Volumes and Congestion Map identifies the locations of traffic signals and the major congestion areas.

The Safety Concern Areas Map identifies the areas of dangerous intersections and safety concerns.

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Facility Inventory Map identifies locations of existing sidewalks, proposed public sidewalks, permitted sidewalks and a proposed multi-use path.


Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) Projects
The Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) Improvement Map identifies planned projects within Snellville including the addition of turn lanes, bike and pedestrian facilities, the creation of a Transportation Management Association (TMA) Area, the construction of High Occupancy Vehicle lanes (HOV), a new interchange, a park and ride lot, the removal of the reversible lanes on US 78, and the widening of a portion of SR 124.

The Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) Improvement Map identifies planned regional projects that would affect Snellville including a US 78 Corridor Study, a US 78/SR 124 interchange reconstruction, US 78 widening, a new connector, the widening of a portion of SR 124, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) corridors (US 78/SR 124), and bike and pedestrian improvements.

The 2007 SPLOST Improvement Map identifies projects to be funded through the 2007 SPLOST and include Brooks Drive parking, US 78/SR 124 interchange preliminary engineering, Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) design, Mt. View sidewalks, Summit Chase sidewalks, Timberline drainage project, and City-wide drainage projects.

 



Jordan, Jones & Goulding, Inc., 2010