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Speed Limit Reduction Request
Speed limits for thoroughfares and major collector streets are established based upon recognized engineering criteria related to roadway design. Some of the variables include street width, lane width, sight distance, number and type of driveways, and vertical/horizontal alignments. Changing conditions may dictate a review of posted speed limits from time to time. NCDOT is involved in the process on most thoroughfare streets. By State statute, streets within the Charlotte city limits have a speed limit of 35 mph unless otherwise posted. That includes neighborhood streets. There are circumstances where a 25 mph speed limit is more appropriate. CDOT staff will review citizen requests to lower the speed limit on a neighborhood street to 25 mph. Evaluations will focus on sight distance, street width and usage, sidewalks, curves, hills and the depth of residential frontages. The proximity of schools, parks and other pedestrian generators will be considered. Neighborhood residents may contact CDOT to have their street evaluated for a reduced speed limit. The investigation should be complete within 30 days and you will be contacted with the results. To request a speed limit reduction, complete this form and submit it electronically. It will be delivered to: Charlotte Department of Transportation |