Decision details

9.1

The Executive Director, Place submitted a report setting out the public response to the advertised Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) to introduce parking restrictions on the junction of Cliffefield Road and Meersbrook Avenue to prevent vehicles parking in areas that restrict visibility for motorists and other road users.

9.2

RESOLVED: That the Committee:-

(a)

overrules the objection to the proposed traffic regulations on Cliffefield Road and Meersbrook Avenue and introduce the restrictions as shown in the plan in Appendix A to the report;

(b)

resolves that the Traffic Regulation Order be made in accordance with the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984; and

(c)

requests that all respondents be informed of the Committee’s decision.

9.3

Reasons for Decision

9.3.1

The Traffic Regulation Order for this scheme was necessary to introduce the proposed parking restrictions with a view to resolving problems which have been raised by a local people and Members.

9.3.2

Community Assembly Members and officers had given due consideration to the views of the respondents in an attempt to find an acceptable solution. The recommendation was considered to be a balanced attempt to address residents concerns and aspirations.

9.4

Alternatives Considered and Rejected

9.4.1

This scheme had been designed to meet local needs/priorities as identified by South Community Assembly Members. The proposals put forward were considered to deliver the required outcomes to resolve the problems which have been brought to the attention of the Assembly.

9.4.2

A reduction in the length of the proposed restriction to 5 metres on each length of the junction was an option which could be considered. This course of action had been adopted previously by Members in similar circumstances. However, it was not something which it was felt could be justified on this occasion because of the narrow road widths and tightness of the corners.

9.4.3

A further option would be to do nothing at all but this would result in a potentially dangerous situation remaining unresolved.

9.5

Any Interest Declared or Dispensation Granted

None

1.6

Reason for Exemption if Public/Press Excluded During Consideration

None

1.7

Respective Director Responsible for Implementation

Simon Green, Executive Director, Place

1.8

Relevant Scrutiny and Policy Development Committee If Decision Called In

Economic and Environmental Wellbeing