Some of the most scenic stretches of the Rt. 5 and 20 corridor are located in Ontario County. The corridor itself is becoming an important visitor destination valued for its rural quality, scenic landscapes, antique shops, and links to the Finger Lakes. The corridor communities both east and west of Canandaigua have became increasingly concerned that, bit by bit, the very qualities that their residents and visitors value could easily disappear. Each project is summarized below.

Both studies were completed with federal funded administered by the Genesee Transportation Council.

To the East In the late 1990’s, the Ontario County Planning Department obtained a federal grant through the Genesee Transportation Council to prepare a corridor management plan in partnership with the Towns of Seneca and Hopewell. The ‘eastern corridor’ study was completed in 2002. (to view the entire report click here)

To the West With a second grant, the western Ontario County Towns of Canandaigua, East Bloomfield and West Bloomfield, and the Village of Bloomfield along with the Town of Lima and Village of Lima in Livingston County completed a corridor plan in February, 2004. This project was completed as partnership with the two counties with Ontario County providing coordination. (to view the entire report please click here)

Enjoy a drive on America’s Main St.

For visitor information to help you to enjoy a drive along the corridor, go to www.routes5and20.com

Hopewell to Seneca

- Report -

Project Summary

Corridor Study

A sewer extension to transport leachate from the Seneca landfill to either the Geneva or Canandaigua treatment plant created a heightened public awareness of the growth and development issues that this infrastructure can stimulate (Click here for project report.)

This study was prepared to review existing land use regulations in the Towns of Hopewell and Seneca, determine a community vision for the corridor, make recommendations for alternative development scenarios, and list the implementation steps the communities would have to undertake.

HIGHLIGHTS

Alternative development pattern types were prepared which could be implemented along the corridor. They included the following types: 1) Agricultural Land Development, 2) Agricultural Mixed-Use Development, 3) Hamlet Development, 4)Regional Mixed-Use, and, Light Industrial. The intent was to show how these types could be implemented in a manner in keeping with corridor development goals.

Three scenarios for overall corridor development combining the various development pattern types were prepared to demonstrate the options the towns had when they proceeded to detailed planning.

Click here to go to the Corridor Workbook which summarizes the findings of the project.

NEXT STEPS

The Town of Seneca updated its comprehensive plan and is currently revising their zoning ordinance following the recommendations of the study.

The Town of Hopewell is going to begin a comprehensive plan update in 2004 and will utilize the findings of this study during that process.

Canandaigua to Lima

- Report -

Project Summary

Corridor Study

The six communities along the 22-mile 5 and 20 corridor from Canandaigua through Lima worked together with Livingston and Ontario Counties, the NYS Department of Transportation, and the Genesee Transportation Council to develop a guide for development along the corridor. The municipalities included are the towns of Lima, W. Bloomfield, East Bloomfield and Canandaigua, and the Villages of Bloomfield and Lima.

The intent of the project was to assure that any future development fully integrates traffic and safety considerations and is appropriately scaled and in keeping with the corridor's unique character and defining qualities.

The study:

Assessed the build-out scenario under existing regulations and the impact on transportation that scenario would have;
Conducted an interview of natural and cultural resources, scenic views, and other important corridor assets;
Developed a vision for the corridor along with goals and objectives for future development;
Provided specific recommendations needed to implement the development vision identified;
Identified and presented access and traffic management techniques and improvements that would minimize safety hazards, congestion points, and property access problems; and
Made recommendations/’to do list” for each municipalities.

Recommendations

The report made general and community specific recommendations as follows:

General Recommendations for Corridor

a. Physical Improvements

b. Municipal Coordination Efforts

c. Legislative Changes

Specific Recommendations for Municipalities

a. Town/Village of ……

1) Roadway Improvements

2) Pedestrian Related Improvements

3) Gateway Improvements

4) Viewshed Preservation

As important as all the technical information prepared for this project is, perhaps the most significant impact was the increased awareness by both private citizens and public officials of the important role each play in the development of a safe and viable corridor for residents, businesses and those just passing through.

Next Steps

Now that the study is complete, the communities are going to work together on implementing the recommendations for the corridor.

To learn more about the steps that lead to the development of the plan go to the links below.

October 1, 2003 Meeting Presentation

Summer 2003 Traffic Counts

June 5, 2003 Agenda

June 5, 2003 Meeting Presentation

5 & 20 Corridor Survey

NYS Route 5&20 Corridor Study Lima to Canandaigua (Full Plan)

June 5th Discussion Group Summaries:

Agricultural Community

Business Owners

Historic Preservation/Multi-modal

Residents

Contact Information

For additional information about the corridor projects contact:

Maria Rudzinski
Senior Planner
Ontario County Department of Planning
20 Ontario Street
Canandaigua, NY 14424
voice: (585) 396-4455
fax: (585) 393-2960
e-mail: Maria.Rudzinski@co.ontario.ny.us

For questions about a particular Ontario County localities, go to http://www.co.ontario.ny.us/municipalities.asp for contact information.

- Director -
20 Ontario Street
Canandaigua, NY 14424
585.396.4455 (fax) 585.393.2960

Page Last Updated On: Tuesday, December 20, 2011




		- Route 5&20 Corridor - America's Main Street
		Some of the most scenic stretches of the Rt. 5 and 20 corridor are located in Ontario County. The corridor itself is becoming an important visitor destination valued for its rural quality, scenic landscapes, antique shops, and links to the Finger Lakes. The corridor communities both east and west of Canandaigua have became increasingly concerned that, bit by bit, the very qualities that their residents and visitors value could easily disappear. Each project is summarized below. Both studies were completed with federal funded administered by the Genesee Transportation Council. To the East In the late 1990’s, the Ontario County Planning Department obtained a federal grant through the Genesee Transportation Council to prepare a corridor management plan in partnership with the Towns of Seneca and Hopewell. The ‘eastern corridor’ study was completed in 2002. (to view the entire report click here) To the West With a second grant, the western Ontario County Towns of Canandaigua, East Bloomfield and West Bloomfield, and the Village of Bloomfield along with the Town of Lima and Village of Lima in Livingston County completed a corridor plan in February, 2004. This project was completed as partnership with the two counties with Ontario County providing coordination. (to view the entire report please click here) Enjoy a drive on America’s Main St. For visitor information to help you to enjoy a drive along the corridor, go to www.routes5and20.com Hopewell to Seneca - Report - Project Summary Corridor Study A sewer extension to transport leachate from the Seneca landfill to either the Geneva or Canandaigua treatment plant created a heightened public awareness of the growth and development issues that this infrastructure can stimulate (Click here for project report.) This study was prepared to review existing land use regulations in the Towns of Hopewell and Seneca, determine a community vision for the corridor, make recommendations for alternative development scenarios, and list the implementation steps the communities would have to undertake. HIGHLIGHTS Alternative development pattern types were prepared which could be implemented along the corridor. They included the following types: 1) Agricultural Land Development, 2) Agricultural Mixed-Use Development, 3) Hamlet Development, 4)Regional Mixed-Use, and, Light Industrial. The intent was to show how these types could be implemented in a manner in keeping with corridor development goals. Three scenarios for overall corridor development combining the various development pattern types were prepared to demonstrate the options the towns had when they proceeded to detailed planning. Click here to go to the Corridor Workbook which summarizes the findings of the project. NEXT STEPS The Town of Seneca updated its comprehensive plan and is currently revising their zoning ordinance following the recommendations of the study. The Town of Hopewell is going to begin a comprehensive plan update in 2004 and will utilize the findings of this study during that process. Canandaigua to Lima - Report - Project Summary Corridor Study The six communities along the 22-mile 5 and 20 corridor from Canandaigua through Lima worked together with Livingston and Ontario Counties, the NYS Department of Transportation, and the Genesee Transportation Council to develop a guide for development along the corridor. The municipalities included are the towns of Lima, W. Bloomfield, East Bloomfield and Canandaigua, and the Villages of Bloomfield and Lima. The intent of the project was to assure that any future development fully integrates traffic and safety considerations and is appropriately scaled and in keeping with the corridor's unique character and defining qualities. The study: Assessed the build-out scenario under existing regulations and the impact on transportation that scenario would have; Conducted an interview of natural and cultural resources, scenic views, and other important corridor assets; Developed a vision for the corridor along with goals and objectives for future development; Provided specific recommendations needed to implement the development vision identified; Identified and presented access and traffic management techniques and improvements that would minimize safety hazards, congestion points, and property access problems; and Made recommendations/’to do list” for each municipalities. Recommendations The report made general and community specific recommendations as follows: General Recommendations for Corridor a. Physical Improvements b. Municipal Coordination Efforts c. Legislative Changes Specific Recommendations for Municipalities a. Town/Village of …… 1) Roadway Improvements 2) Pedestrian Related Improvements 3) Gateway Improvements 4) Viewshed Preservation As important as all the technical information prepared for this project is, perhaps the most significant impact was the increased awareness by both private citizens and public officials of the important role each play in the development of a safe and viable corridor for residents, businesses and those just passing through. Next Steps Now that the study is complete, the communities are going to work together on implementing the recommendations for the corridor. To learn more about the steps that lead to the development of the plan go to the links below. October 1, 2003 Meeting Presentation Summer 2003 Traffic Counts June 5, 2003 Agenda June 5, 2003 Meeting Presentation 5 & 20 Corridor Survey NYS Route 5&20 Corridor Study Lima to Canandaigua (Full Plan) June 5th Discussion Group Summaries: Agricultural Community Business Owners Historic Preservation/Multi-modal Residents Contact Information For additional information about the corridor projects contact: Maria Rudzinski Senior Planner Ontario County Department of Planning 20 Ontario Street Canandaigua, NY 14424 voice: (585) 396-4455 fax: (585) 393-2960 e-mail: Maria.Rudzinski@co.ontario.ny.us For questions about a particular Ontario County localities, go to http://www.co.ontario.ny.us/municipalities.asp for contact information.