435 Atlantic Blvd --Email from Chief regarding line of sight for signFrom:Gualillo, Victor
To:Askew, Amanda
Cc:Williams, Scott; Cameron, David
Subject:FW: 435 Atlantic Blvd
Date:Tuesday, March 12, 2024 1:15:03 PM
Attachments:FDOT Design Standards Sight Distance at Intersections 2013.pdf
Scott and I met with Randy Taylor at Laura Plaza. I explained to him that I was using the FDOT Design
Manual standards for line of sight on a four lane divided road with a design speed of 35 MPH. The existing
condition created by the building at the S.E. corner of the property creates an obstruction to the line of
sight for drivers at the Sylvin St and Atlantic Blvd intersection at one hundred and forty-four feet. We
agreed that if the sign that Randy is requesting does not create more of an obstruction than the existing
building creates I could approve his request. I believe he is going to try and reach an agreement with the
property owner to place the sign parallel to Atlantic Blvd and set it back far enough to the north not to
block the intersection line of sight any more than the building already does, when viewed seven feet from
the rearward edge of the Stop Bar at Sylvin and Atlantic Blvd. as required by FDOT standards.
Randy said that he will resubmit his permit when he reaches an agreement with his client.
Victor L. Gualillo
Chief of Police
Atlantic Beach Police Department
850 Seminole Rd
Atlantic Beach FL 32233
(904)247-5859
Vgualillo@coab.us
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From: Gualillo, Victor
Sent: Thursday, March 7, 2024 3:06 PM
To: Askew, Amanda <aaskew@coab.us>; Williams, Scott <swilliams@coab.us>
Subject: 435 Atlantic Blvd
Ok now that I have spent way too much time on this, attached are the reference that I have found. I feel
pretty confident in saying that the sign is going to violate FDOT standards for safe line of sight at an
intersection of a 35 MPH roadway.
Meeting request to follow shortly.
FL Green Book
C.9 Intersection Design
The requirements and design criteria contained in this section are applicable to all
driveways, intersections, and interchanges. All entrances to, exits from, or
interconnections between streets and highways are subject to these design
standards.
C-9a
· Adequate sight distance should be provided to present the driver a clear view of the intersection and to
allow for safe execution of crossing and turning maneuvers.
· The design of all intersection elements should be consistent with the design speeds of the approach
roadways
· Special attention should be directed toward the provision of safe roadside clear zones.
· The requirements for bicycle and pedestrian movements should receive special consideration.
C.9.b Sight Distance
Inadequate sight distance is a contributing factor in the cause of a large percentage of intersection crashes.
The provision of adequate sight distance at intersections is absolutely essential and should receive a high
priority in the design process.
C.9.b.1 General Criteria
General criteria to be followed in the provision of sight distance include the following:
· Approaches to school or pedestrian crossings and crosswalks should have sight distances exceeding the
minimum values. This should also include a clear view of the adjacent pedestrian pathways or shared use
paths.
C.9.b.2 Obstructions to Sight Distance
The provisions for sight distance are limited by the highway geometry and the nature and development of
the area adjacent to the roadway. Where line of sight is limited by vertical curvature or obstructions,
stopping sight distance shall be based on the eye height of 3.50 feet and an object height of 0.50 feet. At
exits or other locations where the driver may be uncertain as to the roadway alignment, a clear view of the
pavement surface should be provided. At locations requiring a clear view of other vehicles or pedestrians
for the safe execution of crossing or entrance maneuvers, the sight distance should be based on a driver's
eye height of 3.50 feet and an object height of 3.00 feet (preferably 1.50 feet). The height of eye for truck
traffic may be increased for determination of line of sight obstructions for intersection maneuvers.
Obstructions to sight distance at intersections include the following:
· Any property not under the highway agency's jurisdiction, through direct ownership or other regulations,
should be considered as an area of potential sight distance obstruction. Based on the degree of obstruction,
the property should be considered for acquisition by deed or easement.
· Large (or numerous) poles or support structures for lighting, signs, signals, or other purposes that
significantly reduce the field of vision within the limits of clear sight shown in Figure 3 - 8 may constitute
sight obstructions. Potential sight obstructions created by poles, supports, and signs near intersections
should be carefully investigated.
In order to ensure the provision for adequate intersection sight distance, on-site inspections should be
conducted before and after construction, including placement of signs, lighting, guardrails, or other objects
and how they impact intersection sight distance.
C.9.b.4
Sight Distance for Intersection Maneuvers Sight distance is also provided at intersections to allow the
drivers of stopped vehicles a sufficient view of the intersecting highway to
decide when to enter or cross the intersecting highway. Sight triangles, which are specified areas along
intersection approach legs and across their included corners, shall, where practical, be clear of obstructions
that would prohibit a driver’s view of potentially conflicting vehicles. Departure sight triangles shall be
provided in each quandrant of each intersection approach controlled by stop signs. Figures 3 - 8 and 3 - 9
show typical departure sight triangles to the left and to the right of the location of a stopped vehicle on a
minor road and the intersection sight distances for the various movements.
Victor L. Gualillo
Chief of Police
Atlantic Beach Police Department
850 Seminole Rd
Atlantic Beach FL 32233
(904)247-5859
Vgualillo@coab.us
COURAGE * INTEGRITY * EXCELLENCE
Please note: Florida has a very broad public records law. Most written communications to or from government officials are public records available
to the public and media upon request. Your e-mail communications may be subject to public disclosure under the Florida Public Records Law (F.S.S.
119.07).