It would be irresponsible to assert that auto-dependency would decrease substantially in this area due to its lack of adequate transportation infrastructure.

IMPORTANT TO NOTE:

Per 2030 Comprehensive Plan p. 3-23

3.4 Land Use and Transportation Coordination

Outside of Raleigh’s inner core- downtown and its adjacent neighborhoods- the majority of Raleigh’s populace lives, works, and socialized within an auto-dependent land use framework. To reduce vehicle miles traveled and improve air quality, Raleigh’s land use and transportation coordination policies focus on:

… * Directing density toward transit-rich mixed-use centers and corridors or areas adjacent and accessible to them via sidewalks, trails, or transit.

[the subject area is not located in a transit-rich mixed-use center or corridor.]

Transit-oriented Development

Transit-oriented development (TOD) is defined as a moderate- to high density mix of uses- such as residences, retail shops, offices, and civic and entertainment uses- located within one-half mile of a TRANSIT STATION and designed to support transit use. The typical “ station area” is considered to be a half-mile radius, which is an acceptable 10-minute walking distance for most transit users if the area contains a destination, provides dedicated walking routes, and is safe and visually appealing. If a transit corridor contains a station once every mile, TOD could extend along the entire corridor with the highests densities and intensities of uses occurring near each station. Within the U.S., TOD is typically associated with rail transit; however, TOD could occur with other fixed guideway transit service, such as bus rapid transit, if it provides facilities and service levels similar to rail transit.

Per 2030 Comprehensive Plan, p. 2-14

“Bus Rapid Transit Area: Defined as the areas within one-quarter mile of streets where Bus Rapid Transit service is proposed.”

Per Transportation page (Wake County Transit Plan) this area will NOT provide Bus Rapid Transit (BRT). BRT is the infrastructure needed to provide adequate transportation option to decrease vehicle dependency.

Based on a review of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan, p. 2-15, West Millbrook might be considered a Parkway Corridor as it is also an avenue, 4-lane, divided street like Lynn Road.

"Parkway corridors are suburban roadways characterized by thick tree canopies and abundant landscaping. Buildings are generally set back further from the street, and pedestrian and transit access are not as prominent as on other corridors, although bus service may be present along parkways. Adjoining land uses are primarily residential with locally-serving commercial. An example of such a corridor is Lynn Road."