In a recent government meeting, officials discussed the findings of a comprehensive traffic study related to a proposed residential development. The study focused on site access, projected traffic volumes, safety reviews, and recommendations for off-site improvements.

The proposed development will consist of six residential buildings, with access primarily through Trask Lane. Emergency vehicle access points will be maintained via existing routes on Oberlin Road and Manor Way. The study area included critical intersections, particularly the interchange at Route 128 and Elliott Street, which is expected to experience significant traffic as residents access the site.

Traffic volume projections indicate that the development could generate approximately 22,100 vehicle trips daily, with peak hours seeing an additional 200 vehicles. Notably, 70% of the traffic is anticipated to come from Route 128, with the remaining 30% utilizing local roadways. The study also highlighted minimal expected increases in traffic on Liberty and Elliott Streets, estimating only a few additional vehicles during peak hours.

Safety assessments revealed two high-crash locations within the study area, but the anticipated traffic patterns suggest that the new development will not significantly impact these intersections. Recent improvements at the Route 128 northbound ramps with Elliott Street are expected to further reduce collision occurrences.

The traffic study, conducted in accordance with MassDOT standards, collected data during peak periods in 2023 and projected traffic growth over the next seven years. The findings will be submitted for review as part of the Development Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA).