Street Closures: Diagonal Diverter
Diagonal diverters are barriers placed diagonally across an intersection, blocking through movement; they are sometimes called full diverters or diagonal road closures. These types of street closures are most appropriate for neighborhood areas with grid network streets where cut-through traffic is a significant problem.
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Advantages
- Maintains full pedestrian and bicycle access
- Reduces the volume of vehicles
Disadvantages
- Reduces access options for local residents and emergency services
- Reconstruction of corner curbs may be necessary
- Local street drainage may be impacted
- Requires approval of the entire neighborhood
Eligibility Considerations
- Cut-through traffic should represent 25 percent or more of the total daily street volume
- Signs and vegetation must conform to the Clear Vision Area ordinance
- Neighborhood Association Landscape Maintenance Agreement required if landscaping is included
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