Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I find out if my property is going to be needed for the Suncoast Parkway 2 project?
Please contact Joanne Hurley, Florida's Turnpike Enterprise's Public Information Officer at (813) 558-1117 Ext. 12 or by email at joanne.hurley@dot.state.fl.us for information on impacts to your property.

2. I see several people in the vicinity of the Suncoast Parkway 2 alignment. Who are they and what are they doing?
The Suncoast Parkway 2 project is moving forward to the design phase. Several design consultants have been contracted to perform the design and prepare construction plans for the project. The people in the field are performing field survey, data collection, geotechnical borings, and similar functions required to design the project. The consultants working for the Florida's Turnpike Enterprise will be carrying a letter stating their purpose along with contacts for further information. The consultants are required to give advance notice to property owners prior to performing work on their property.

3. What is the FIHS System?
The Florida Intrastate Highway System (FIHS) was established in 1990 by the Florida Legislature and includes interstate highways, Florida's Turnpike, certain urban expressways, and major arterial highways. It serves high-speed and high-volume traffic movements and is considered the backbone of Florida's State Highway System. Additional information on the FIHS System can be found at http://www.dot.state.fl.us/planning/systems/fihs

4. When will the “Build” vs “No-Build” decision be made?
The 1998 SEIR determined that the project was feasible and a “Build” option was chosen. The recommended alignment was included in the approved 1998 SEIR. Based on the recommended alignment the design process has started. However due to the amount of time that has elapsed since the approval of the 1998 PD&E study; a reevaluation is being performed in conjunction with the design of the project.

5. Am I still on the mailing list if I had previously added my name for the Suncoast Parkway 2 project?
The project database is being updated for the design process. We would recommend adding your name to the new database by going to Mailing List.

6. Does the Citrus County Board of County Commissioners determine if the project will move forward to construction?
Yes. The Board of County of Commissioners constitutes the local support which is required for the project to move forward to construction.

7. I have concerns about traffic noise. Will sound barrier walls be built as part of the Suncoast Parkway 2 project ?
Noise analysis will be performed as part of the design process. This analysis will identify any proposed sound barrier walls along the alignment. The results of the noise analysis for the Suncoast Parkway 2 project will be presented at the Public Hearing which is scheduled for Spring 2009.

For more information on the noise impact assessment process, click on the link below to view an informative video. http://www.floridasturnpike.com/EMO/noisewall_300.wmv

8. Have traffic and revenue studies been completed to determine the financial feasibility of the project?
The Suncoast Parkway 2 project is in the early stages of design. A financial feasibility study will be performed in Summer 2009 after 60% design plans have been completed. The feasibility study will include evaluating traffic and revenue projections. Please continue to periodically check the Web site www.suncoast2online.com for updated project information. Thank you for your interest in the Suncoast Parkway 2 project.

9. Will there be a public meeting for the Suncoast Parkway 2 design project?
A Design Public Information Meeting is scheduled for July 24, 2008 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Citrus County National Guard Armory, 8551 W. Venable St., Crystal River, FL 34429. For more details please click here.