Description
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Guidelines
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Spacing Buffer Method
Compares buffers of existing and proposed routes to determine the extent to which the proposed route overlaps with buffers of existing parallel routes, or fills existing gaps between RBTN routes. RBTN route buffers are based on preferred minimum spacing distances between RBTN alignments and corridors that vary with Met Council community designation types. |
- Significant overlap should not occur (except in cases where routes converge like in CBDs or suburban development centers)
Preferred minimum spacing between RBTN routes1:
- Urban Center cities: ½ mile
- Urban cities: ¾ mile
- Suburban communities: 1 mile
- Rural areas: 2 miles
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1 As determined through meetings with the RBTN Guidelines and Measures Study's technical advisory work group.