New Costco store would shorten distance its members travel to shop.
Despite some concerns about needed roadway improvements and potential traffic congestion, a proposed Costco warehouse south of Lone Tree Plaza Drive easily won the Brentwood Planning Commission’s approval Tuesday.“We look forward to becoming a part of the Brentwood community,” said Pari Holliday, Costco real estate development director.
But some residents and commissioners were wary about traffic and access points, especially with the main entrance planned at the intersection of Lone Tree Plaza Drive and Canada Valley Road. Four additional driveways would be on Lone Tree Plaza Drive, and a pedestrian bridge and trail being built would give people access from the south, she added.
Zeigler also noted that the extension of those two roads would help decrease traffic on Lone Tree Way by at least 38%, according to the traffic study. Lopez said they were found “to be less than significant,” noting that some drivers would be traveling fewer miles with the new Costco more centrally located. Far East Contra Costa County Costco members now travel to Antioch or Tracy to shop.
Some residents agreed, saying the community has waited years for a large retailer to locate in Brentwood, pointing out the infusion of tax money – estimated at about $1 million a year.
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