Many individuals have asked what the benefits are for scenic byway designation. While some are more important than others, I think this list summarizes the benefits.
Scenic Byway Benefits -
Although the Scenic Byways program is administered through NJDOT, byways must be locally nominated and supported. This grass-roots approach ensures a strong local commitment to the promotion and long-term preservation of a highway corridor that is officially designated as a scenic byway. Benefits of scenic byway designation can include:
- Supports tourism and economic development in communities along a designated byway.
- Unique signs and ongoing promotional efforts can enhance a community’s “marketability.”
- State scenic byways can potentially be designated a National Scenic Byway or All-American Road.
o Such byways are marketed to national and international travelers, bringing additional recognition and economic benefits to area communities.
o Both state or nationally-designated scenic byways are eligible to compete for federal discretionary scenic byway funds.
- Promotes partnerships between local governments, businesses, civic groups and community leaders.
- Strengthens civic pride and makes communities an even more attractive place to live and work.
- Serves to identify an area’s scenic, historical and recreational treasures for the enjoyment of future generations.
- Greater local participation in decisions that affect the quality of life and local economy of the corridor.
- Access to federal funds for enhancements.
- The opportunity to create public-private partnerships for the stewardship of the corridor.
- Preserve the rural scenic character of the corridor and important viewsheds.
- Protect the character of historic districts and village centers along the corridor.
- Preserve and enhance the natural resources along the route.
- Promote greater awareness of the Byway and its recreational, historic, and cultural resources.
- Maintain and enhance the quality of recreational experiences available to Byway users.
- Promote educational opportunities for students and the general public related to Byway Resources.
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