Central US Route 1
Neighborhood Compatibility Study

Welcome!

The Prince George’s County Planning Department is kicking off a community engagement and corridor planning initiative to assess the compatibility of the 2022 Zoning Ordinance with desired land uses. This evaluation will focus on economic growth, housing stability, and environmental sustainability in the North College Park area. The study will analyze development activity, existing land use patterns, economic threats challenges and opportunities, environmental considerations, flooding, traffic issues, and community perspectives on the future growth of impacted neighborhoods, particularly along the Route 1/Baltimore Ave corridor, Autoville Drive, and in the Hollywood Commercial District.

The study will make recommendations for land uses and development patterns compatible with future growth and the existing neighborhood character of the Study Area. It will also recommend strategies that bolster economic growth, urban design interventions that enhance walkability, infrastructure improvements, and environmental protection strategies. Community input is critical to shaping the future of this project and it ensures that recommendations reflect resident interests.

To learn more about this study and other opportunities to engage visit the Central US 1 Neighborhood Compatibility Study webpage:

pgplan.org/CentralUS1Study

This survey should take about 10 minutes to complete. All information collected here will be anonymous, and all questions are optional. The survey will be open until early November.

Please submit your responses before the survey closes. Please spread the word and share the survey link with your neighbors, relatives, colleagues, and any other stakeholders that live, work or play in the Study Area.

Note: The map above shows the specific boundaries of the Study Area (outlined in red). The isolated red outline in the upper right is the Hollywood Commercial District.

If the answers provided don’t perfectly address your thoughts, please answer to the best of your ability. In some cases, you will be asked to select only one option, in some cases exactly three options, and in some cases all that applies (Only select the choices you support and leave the others blank). Although you may want to select more, this will help us understand priorities. There is an opportunity at the end of the survey to add additional comments, if desired.

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* 1. Which of the following best describes where you live? Select one.

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I live in Area A (blue): Seven Springs or the portion of the Study Area (within the red outline) west of Baltimore Avenue and north of Erie Street.

I live in Area B (green): the portion of the Study Area (within the red outline) west of Baltimore Avenue, along Autoville Drive, and south of Erie Street.

I live in Area C (purple); east of Baltimore Avenue and/or within close proximity of the Hollywood Commercial District.

I live within the City of College Park, but outside the Study Area and not in any of these 3 areas.

I do not live in College Park.

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* 2. Which of the following best describes you? Select all that apply.

I work within and/or adjacent to the Study Area.

I own a business within the Study Area.

I shop, eat, or use services within the Study Area.

I use parks, trails, or recreation facilities within and/or adjacent to the Study Area.

I belong to a faith-based organization within and/or adjacent to the Study Area.

None of the above.

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* 3. Which of the following best describes how you most commonly get to places WITHIN and around the Study Area? Select one.

I drive a car.

I carpool.

I walk or bike.

I use public transportation.

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* 4. Which of the following best describes how you most commonly get to places OUTSIDE the Study Area? Select one.

I drive a car.

I carpool.

I walk or bike.

I use public transportation.

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* 5. If you use public transportation, which bus routes and stops do you most frequently use? Select all that apply.

Route 17 (The Bus)

Route 83 (Metrobus)

Route 86 (Metrobus)

Route C2 (Metrobus)

Route 141 (Shuttle-UM)

Route 142 (Shuttle-UM)

I don't take public transportation.

Other Route (please specify)

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* 6. I frequently walk and/or bicycle to/from… Select all that apply.

The Hollywood Commercial District and Shopping Center.

The Marketplace Shopping Center on Cherry Hill Road.

Business establishments on Baltimore Avenue.

Bus stops along Baltimore Avenue.

Parks, trails, or recreation areas within and/or nearby the Study Area.

Along the sidewalks on Baltimore Avenue for leisure.

Along the sidewalks or service lanes on Rhode Island Avenue for leisure.

I do not walk or bike to any of these destinations.

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* 7. Which areas of the map, or intersections, have the greatest pedestrian or bicycle connectivity or safety concerns? Select all that apply.

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Along Cherry Hill Road.

At the Baltimore Avenue and Edgewood/Beltway ramp intersection.

At the Baltimore Avenue, Cherry Hill, BP Gas Station intersection.

Along all of Baltimore Avenue.

Along Baltimore Avenue, but mostly in the southern portion of the Study Area.

Around the Hollywood Commercial District.

Along Rhode Island Avenue.

I don’t know.

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* 8. Which of these transportation improvements would you consider a priority for the Study Area? Select up to three.

Increase public transportation service.

Increase micro or other transit options (bike share, car share, scooters, etc.).

Establish additional shared-use paths, trails, and/or bike paths that are better connected to Baltimore Avenue, to nearby communities, to recreation and parks, and to the regional trail network.

Additional traffic calming (speed humps, raised crosswalks, on-street parking, signage, bike lanes, and similar).

Ensure sidewalks, crosswalks, ramps, and pathways are wide, clear, and accessible for all.

Include electric vehicle charging stations in parking areas.

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* 9. What do you believe are the greatest strengths and assets of the Baltimore Avenue Corridor and your neighborhood? Select all that apply.

The people, my neighbors, the neighborhood, and sense of community.

Walkability and pedestrian and bicycle safety within the neighborhood.

Walkability and pedestrian and bicycle safety along Route 1.

Proximity to local shops, grocery stores, restaurants, and neighborhood-focused services.

Opportunities for small local businesses.

Access to public transportation.

Proximity and access to parks, trails, and recreation facilities.

Proximity to schools.

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* 10. What do you believe are the greatest weaknesses and concerns of the Study Area? Select all that apply.

Incompatibility of recent or potential development density and building heights.

Traffic and/or lack of pedestrian and bicycle safety along Baltimore Avenue.

Traffic and/or lack of pedestrian and bicycle safety on my neighborhood streets.

Lack of quality shops, restaurants, and services.

Lack of bus routes where I need to go and/or safety at the bus stop.

Flooding and stormwater.

Lack of parks, trails, community amenities, and/or recreation.

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* 11. What are your top priorities for the future of the area? Select up to three.

Attract higher end and neighborhood-serving retail, services, offices, and small locally-owned businesses to the area.

Limit the impact of development on existing neighborhoods.

Increase the variety of housing options in the area.

Increase options for entertainment, leisure, and recreational amenities within the area.

Improve transit connectivity/service, routes, and facilities within the area.

Improve pedestrian and bicycle facilities within the area.

Improve the quality/appearance of streetscapes (with streetlights, shade trees, sidewalks, etc.) within the area.

Improve the environment (flooding, stormwater, tree cover, etc.) of the area.

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* 12. Which areas have the greatest flooding or stormwater issues? Select all that apply to you.

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Area 1: The area of Seven Springs around and behind the low-rise buildings in the back.

Area 2: Park Drive and Kiernan Road.

Area 3: Along Autoville Road, near Cherry Hill.

Area 4: Along Autoville Road, in the southern portion of the Study Area, between Erie and Cherokee Streets.

Area 5: Along Rhode Island Avenue within the Hollywood Commercial District.

Area 6: Along Narragansett Parkway.

None of the above have major flooding issues, that I am aware of.

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* 13. Of the areas you identified as having the greatest flooding or stormwater issues, how frequently do they occur? Select one.

Rarely.

Only when there is a significant amount of rain.

Every time it rains, regardless of the amount.

I don’t know.

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* 14. Of the areas you identified as having the greatest flooding or stormwater issues, how quickly does the rainwater dissipate. Select one.

Almost immediately.

Within a few hours.

Within one day.

Sometimes the water stays for several days.

I don't know.

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* 15. What are your greatest concerns regarding development compatibility? Select up to three.

Building heights are too tall when backing up to, or adjacent to existing homes.

Setbacks, buffers, and/or fences are inadequate where adjacent to homes.

The general scale and mass of a building backing up to, or adjacent to existing homes, is not compatible.

Architectural character and design quality is not of a high standard.

Noise or lights are a major impact, especially at night.

Traffic or parking impacts on the neighborhood.

None of the above

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* 16. Which of the following best describes your thoughts regarding the long-term vision for Baltimore Avenue in the Study Area? Select up to three.

Baltimore Avenue should be more pedestrian and bike friendly.

Baltimore Avenue should continue to emphasize the efficient movement of vehicles.

The development character should include 4 to 6-story residential and mixed-use buildings within a more walkable environment.

The development character should limit new buildings to 3 or 4-stories and maintain the current corridor character.

Building heights should transition to lower heights and less density adjacent to existing homes.

I would like to see a mix of uses, including multifamily, commercial, and neighborhood serving retail, restaurants and services.

I would like to see uses remain predominantly commercial.

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* 17. Which of the following best describes your thoughts regarding the long-term vision for the Hollywood Commercial District in the Study Area. Select up to three.

This area and Rhode Island Avenue should be more pedestrian and bike friendly.

Rhode Island Avenue should emphasize the efficient movement of vehicles.

I would like to see development investment that creates a more welcoming and walkable character.

I like it the way it is; it just needs some enhancements, beautification, and fully leased stores.

I would like to see more shops, retail, and restaurants that better serve the neighborhood.

I would like to see uses remain predominantly commercial.

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* 18. What would you like to see more of in the Study Area? Select up to three.

Neighborhood serving businesses like convenience stores, salons, dry cleaners, and household goods.

Healthy food and unique or ethnic grocery options.

Food and drink establishments, restaurants, bars, cafes, arts and entertainment places.

Healthcare, wellness, fitness, childcare, and medical businesses.

Outdoor public space for community gatherings and festivals, playgrounds, courts, ballfields or active recreation, and/or markets and events.

Leisure or natural space, trails, community gardens, sitting areas, and natural environmental features or rain gardens.

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* 19. What is your age?

Under 18

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65-74

75+

Prefer not to answer.

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* 20. How do you identify? Please select all that apply.

American Indian or Alaska Native

Asian or Asian American

Black or African American

Hispanic, Latino/a/x

Middle Eastern or North African

Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander

White

Prefer not to answer

None of the above

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* 21. What language(s) do you speak at home? Please select all that apply.

Chinese - Mandarin

Chinese - Cantonese

English

Japanese

Korean

Russian

Spanish

Tagalog

Vietnamese

Other (please specify)

Prefer not to answer

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* 22. What is your highest level of education completed?

No high school diploma.

High school diploma or GED.

Associate's degree, occupational or academic.

Bachelor's degree.

Master's degree or higher.

Other (please specify).

Prefer not to answer.

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* 23. What was your household income before taxes in 2023? Your best guess is fine.

Under $30,000

$30,000 to $49,999

$50,000 to $74,999

$75,000 to $99,999

$100,000 to $149,999

$150,000 to $199,999

$200,000 to $249,999

$250,000 or more

Prefer not to say.

Central US Route 1 Neighborhood Compatibility Study

Welcome!

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* 1. Which of the following best describes where you live? Select one.Refer to this map:

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* 2. Which of the following best describes you? Select all that apply.

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* 3. Which of the following best describes how you most commonly get to places WITHIN and around the Study Area? Select one.

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* 4. Which of the following best describes how you most commonly get to places OUTSIDE the Study Area? Select one.

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* 5. If you use public transportation, which bus routes and stops do you most frequently use? Select all that apply.

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* 6. I frequently walk and/or bicycle to/from… Select all that apply.

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* 7. Which areas of the map, or intersections, have the greatest pedestrian or bicycle connectivity or safety concerns? Select all that apply.Refer to this map:

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* 8. Which of these transportation improvements would you consider a priority for the Study Area? Select up to three.

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* 9. What do you believe are the greatest strengths and assets of the Baltimore Avenue Corridor and your neighborhood? Select all that apply.

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* 10. What do you believe are the greatest weaknesses and concerns of the Study Area? Select all that apply.

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* 11. What are your top priorities for the future of the area? Select up to three.

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* 12. Which areas have the greatest flooding or stormwater issues? Select all that apply to you.Refer to this map:

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* 13. Of the areas you identified as having the greatest flooding or stormwater issues, how frequently do they occur? Select one.

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* 14. Of the areas you identified as having the greatest flooding or stormwater issues, how quickly does the rainwater dissipate. Select one.

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* 15. What are your greatest concerns regarding development compatibility? Select up to three.

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* 16. Which of the following best describes your thoughts regarding the long-term vision for Baltimore Avenue in the Study Area? Select up to three.

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* 17. Which of the following best describes your thoughts regarding the long-term vision for the Hollywood Commercial District in the Study Area. Select up to three.

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* 18. What would you like to see more of in the Study Area? Select up to three.

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* 19. What is your age?

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* 20. How do you identify? Please select all that apply.

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* 21. What language(s) do you speak at home? Please select all that apply.

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* 22. What is your highest level of education completed?

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* 23. What was your household income before taxes in 2023? Your best guess is fine.

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* 24. Additional comments: Use this space to provide any additional comments. (Limit 300 characters)

Central US Route 1
Neighborhood Compatibility Study

* 1. Which of the following best describes where you live? Select one.

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* 7. Which areas of the map, or intersections, have the greatest pedestrian or bicycle connectivity or safety concerns? Select all that apply.

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* 12. Which areas have the greatest flooding or stormwater issues? Select all that apply to you.

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