Future Land Use Map (CURRENTLY Planned FOR Commercial)
Commercial Development - Key Impacts
- Generates 6-18× more vehicle trips per acre
- High traffic volume and congestion
- Continuous public activity throughout the day
- Higher noise and outdoor activity levels
- Large paved parking lots increase runoff and heat
- Higher emissions and significant light pollution
- Greater demand on police, EMS, and traffic control
- Higher water/sewer usage for public facilities
- Creates congestion near neighborhoods
- Provides limited long-term economic value
Industrial Development - Key Impacts
- Low and predictable traffic; employee-based
- Freight and deliveries can be scheduled off-peak
- Controlled, enclosed operations reduce noise
- Minimal outdoor activity or public presence
- Less pavement and engineered stormwater controls
- Lower overall emissions and reduced light pollution
- Lower demand on public services and infrastructure
- Lower water/sewer usage compared to commercial uses
- Controlled access reduces neighborhood impact
- Provides stable jobs and long-term tax revenue