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Link Volume Factor Method (Cont’d)
► Example (Cont’d):
This screenshot
depicts the
distribution pattern
of the Big Box trips
when they are
analyzed using the
Special Generator
Method.
Note the encircled
areas compared to
the previous slide.
Note: These slides are not
representative of the different
methodologies and their distribution
patterns. No conclusions can be
drawn based on these slides as to
which method best serves one’s
needs.
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Land Use Conversion Rates for Traffic Impacts
► Data for coding a site into the model may not be
available in a format relevant to the model’s s structure.
► Developers typically provide data on proposed
developments in terms of dwelling units for residences
and square footage for employment centers.
► Local sources, such as MPOs, may have developed
conversion rates for their areas in terms of persons per
dwelling unit for residences or number of employees per
square footage for commercial properties.
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