Guidelines for the Preparation of Transportation Impact Studies - 8th ...

FOREWORD
A transportation impact study is a valuable source of information for Halifax Regional Municipality
staff and others reviewing development and redevelopment applications. Not only does such a study
contain an evaluation of the effects of a new development or redevelopment on the transportation
system, but it also suggests any transportation improvements necessary to accommodate travel
generated by the development.
These guidelines outline the steps to produce a comprehensive transportation impact study.
However, depending upon individual circumstances, not all of these requirements will have to be
met. It is important for applicants for planning approvals to contact Halifax Regional Municipality
staff, as early as possible in the preparation of a development or redevelopment application, to
determine if a transportation impact study is necessary and to confirm the required elements of that
study. By doing this and, if required, having a transportation impact study available early in the
process, the review of the transportation aspects of the application by Halifax Regional Municipality
staff can proceed with minimum delay.
These guidelines have been developed in the context of experience with transportation impact studies
and with the assistance of other municipalities. Any objectives, policies, or standards referred to
were current at the time of preparation. The guidelines will be reviewed and updated as necessary
to reflect changes in policy and practice.
TISGUIDE8.WPD September 1, 2007 page 1