Route 59 and the Nanuet Hamlet Center Charrette

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1 Route 59 and the Nanuet Hamlet Center Charrette presented to Residents, Businesses, and Land Owners of the Town of Clarkstown presented by Joe Simoes, Town of Clarkstown Chris Titze, Cambridge Systematics May 18, 2013

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3 Project Objectives Project Overview Review Business/Landowner Surveying Effort Review Route 59 and the Nanuet Hamlet Center Areas Existing Conditions and Zoning Break Out Session Feedback and Synthesis Next Steps 3

4 Review corridor studies purpose and objectives Present study teams understanding of existing conditions along Route 59 and the Nanuet Hamlet Center commercial corridors Present business/landowner survey results Review existing zoning and land uses along Route 59 and the Nanuet Hamlet Center commercial corridor Work with local citizens in developing a corridor concept and vision for Route 59 and the Nanuet Hamlet Center Receive feedback and input from public in order to advance corridors concepts in future work efforts 4

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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Economic Development Environmental Resources Health Safety and Welfare Historic and Cultural Resources Housing Recreation, Parks & Open Space Transportation IMPLEMENTATION Special

6 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Economic Development Environmental Resources Health Safety and Welfare Historic and Cultural Resources Housing Recreation, Parks & Open Space Transportation IMPLEMENTATION Special Boards Transportation Committee Housing Committee Community Character/Design Committee Environmental Committee Recreation & Parks Committee Historical & Cultural Resources Committee Cost Benefit Analysis Committee Legislative Committee Mapping Committee Hamlet Center Revitalization Corridor Studies CORRIDOR STUDIES Route 9W Route 303 Route 304 Route 59 (East) Route 59 (West) 6

7 CS has been charged to collaborate with the Town of Clarkstown in updating the land use regulations and zoning codes along the Town s major transportation corridors to align with the Comprehensive Plan s goals and objectives. Ensure future development and growth are appropriate and coincide with community needs and activities. Provide an opportunity for flexible and creative zoning that addresses the operation of modern businesses and protects land owners. Make sound decisions on transportation infrastructure improvements along State corridors that reduce vehicle miles traveled, mitigate congestion, improve access management, and support the accessibility and use of all modes of transportation. Ensure appropriate environmental stewardship. Maintain the economic prosperity and mobility needs of a critical community asset. 7

8 Examined Existing Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan Goals and Objectives Performed Parcel Level Analysis of Historical and Current Land Uses and Zoning Along the Corridors Surveyed Corridor Businesses and Landowners to Determine Land Development and Transportation Infrastructure Needs Developed Corridor Concepts and Examined Alternative Land Use and Zoning Code Opportunities Analyze Alternative Land Use Tools and Transportation Investments to Support Corridor Concepts Coordinate with Rockland County, NYSDOT, and the Thruway Authority Submit Final Report and Proposed Zoning Code Amendments 8

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10 Route 59 and the Nanuet Hamlet Center Study Area Exit 14 NYS Thruway Rockland Bakery Shops at Nanuet Nanuet Train Station Nanuet Senior High School 10

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12 General Facilities Operations Transport Freight Corridor Type of Industry Tenure History Number of employees, etc. Adequate Space and Amenities Past or Future Zoning Variance or Permit Requests Parking and Delivery Needs, etc. Volume Hours of Operation Accessibility and Usage of Transportation Modes Travel patterns, etc. Volume Shifts Accessibility and usage of Transportation Modes Travel Patterns, etc. Volumes Delivery Types and Hours Adequate Access (Ingress/Egress) to Facilities, etc. Corridor Vision Corridor Congestion Roadway Safety Past Experiences Future Business Needs, etc. 12

13 » Mailings distributed to 113 businesses and/or landowners» Surveys where completed with business/landowners such as: Petco, Rockland Hyundai, Target, Rockland Bakery, ToyWiz, T.J.Maxx, Michaels, Bryn Mawr TV, Leader Carpet, All Transmissions, Nanuet Animal Hospital, and Nanuet Chamber of Commerce» Areas of concern include: Traffic congestion Lack of parking Unsafe pedestrian crossings Power outages/flooding Potential impacts of Nanuet Mall redevelopment Relationship between Nanuet Mall, Main Street, Train Station, and Route 59 Lack of design standards 13

14 » Traffic congestion can be attributed to: Numerous entrances or exits to retail establishments Large amount of commerce along the corridor: Big Box Retail (i.e. Michaels, T.J.Maxx, Home Depot) Older Strip Mall Developments Smaller retail establishments on single lots (i.e. ToyWiz) Limited number of shared and/or transparent boundaries between retail establishments 14

15 » Lack of parking in close proximity to transportation and retail destinations of travelers/shoppers Nanuet Hamlet Center and Nanuet Train Station Rockland Plaza and Spring Valley Marketplace» Drivers do not acknowledge pedestrian crosswalks at intersections causing unsafe conditions for pedestrians Particularly at the intersection of Old Turnpike Road (Co. Road 52) and Route 59» Storm related power outages and flooding along Route 59 are more frequent in recent years posing safety issues 15

16 » Potential impacts of Nanuet Mall redevelopment Additional Traffic and Congestion Relationship with Hamlet Center» Relationship between: Shops at Nanuet Main Street (Middletown Road) Nanuet Train Station, and Route 59» Lack of design standards throughout the corridor 16

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21 Commercial/Industrial Uses CS Community Shopping LIO Light Industrial Office PO Professional Office Residential Uses MF-3 Multi-Family 21

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25 Commercial/Industrial Uses RS Regional Shopping LIO Light Industrial Office PO Professional Office Residential Uses MF-3 Multi-Family 25

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32 Commercial/Industrial Uses RS Regional Shopping CS Community Shopping Residential Uses MF-3 Multi-Family RG-2 General Residence, _ Medium Density 32

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37 Commercial/Industrial Uses RS Regional Shopping CS Community Shopping LIO Light Industrial Office PO Professional Office Residential Uses MF-1 Multi-Family MF-3 Multi-Family RG-2 General Residence, _ Medium Density 37 R-10 Medium High Density _ Residence

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Formally develop area concepts and visions that reflect ideas, recommendations, and comments provided at tonight s meeting Develop land use and zoning opportunities that support newly developed

45 Formally develop area concepts and visions that reflect ideas, recommendations, and comments provided at tonight s meeting Develop land use and zoning opportunities that support newly developed corridor concepts and Comprehensive Plan goals and objectives Submit recommended zoning map(s), zoning text change, and transportation improvements for Route 59 West Area and the Nanuet Hamlet Center to Town for review and comment Complete analysis and provide final recommendations to conclude the Transportation Corridor Land Use/Zoning Study 45

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Citizen Advisory Group Meeting #1 December 8, 2011 6:00 p.m.

Citizen Advisory Group Meeting #1 December 8, 2011 6:00 p.m. Meeting Agenda 1. Background Information 2. Policy Framework 3. Plan Development Process 4. Public Input Results 5. Vision Statement 6. Group