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I-75 Beautification

I-75 Beautification. NAHBA 2006 Presentation By: John L. Garner. Initial Draft Pilot Project. Project characteristics 3.257 mile segment of I-75 in Marion County Signs on west side (southbound) 32 sign structures Average spacing of 554 feet Project goals

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I-75 Beautification

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  1. I-75 Beautification NAHBA 2006 Presentation By: John L. Garner

  2. Initial Draft Pilot Project • Project characteristics • 3.257 mile segment of I-75 in Marion County • Signs on west side (southbound) • 32 sign structures • Average spacing of 554 feet • Project goals • 50% reduction in number of structures • Average spacing of 1,000 feet • Enhanced appearance of remaining structures • Landscaping on R/W and at structures

  3. Why did we stop? • Inability to achieve buy-in from all stakeholders • FHWA position that project could not include relocation of signs to nonconforming locations

  4. The New Approach Interstate 75 Highway Beautification Projects

  5. The Concept • Create “beautification zones” along selected areas of I-75. • Design Right of Way landscaping to enhance the appearance of the roadway and blend with surrounding vegetation. • Purchase nonconforming signs which are located within the beautification zone and are incompatible with the project goals. • Purchase “scenic easements” where necessary to prevent reinstallation of signs.

  6. First Steps • Undertake a study of the full corridor to determine focus areas. • Program $3 Million per year over 5 years for the removal of nonconforming signs.

  7. Project Highlights • Landscaping will emphasize native species which require minimal maintenance. • Full compensation will be paid for nonconforming signs removed. • Normal acquisition processes will be followed. • Condemnation may be used as necessary to carry out a project.

  8. Questions or comments?

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