Tara Phoenicia is a residential/commercial mixed-use development, which will be constructed on the north side of U.S. 441 approximately ½ mile east of I-75. Tara Phoenicia proposes an access connection to an existing full access median opening that does not meet current FDOT spacing requirements. To meet FDOT spacing requirements, the 149th Terrace median opening will be modified to be a directional median opening (allowing eastbound and westbound left turns but restricting left turns from the access points on either side of U.S. 441), and the median opening to the west of NW 149th Terrace will be closed. These modifications will provide a safer movement by directing traffic to turn right and then make a U-turn at the next median opening. Also, a new right turn lane will be added for one limited access driveway on U.S. 441. Information about the project, including the traffic study and site plan for the development, is available for review at nflroads.com by selecting “Alachua County” and clicking on “Future Projects.”

With this notification, FDOT is seeking input from property owners who may be impacted by the proposed changes. If you would like to comment on the proposed median modifications, please send your comments to Permit Manager Bradley Adams at (352) 381-4316, Bradley.Adams@dot.state.fl.us or by traditional mail at 5301 NE 39th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32609.

Public comments regarding the proposed median modifications will be accepted through Jan. 21, 2023. Mail-in comments must be postmarked on or before Jan. 21, 2023.