Decision details

5.1

The Executive Director, Place submitted a report describing the proposed programme of 20mph areas for 2015/16 and changes to the boundaries of some of these areas. It also included recommendations for the prioritisation of 20mph schemes and the issue of whether to include classified roads.

5.2

RESOLVED: That:-

(a)

the 2015/16 programme of proposed 20mph areas described in paragraph 4.12 of the report be approved;

(b)

the introduction of future 20mph schemes be prioritised by both their road injury collision record and the potential to co-ordinate their introduction with the Streets Ahead maintenance programme;

(c)

each classified road within a proposed 20mph area be assessed for inclusion or exclusion on a case by case basis;

(d)

the boundary review be continued for all the remaining potential 20mph areas in the City.

5.3

Reasons for Decision

5.3.1

Reducing the speed of traffic in residential areas will, in the long term, reduce the number and severity of accidents, reduce the fear of accidents, encourage sustainable modes of travel and contribute towards the creation of a more pleasant, cohesive environment

5.3.2

The introduction of a 20mph speed limit in these areas would be in-keeping with the City’s approved 20mph Speed Limit Strategy.

5.4

Alternatives Considered and Rejected

5.4.1

That speed limits in residential areas across the City remain the same. However, this would lead to the same level of road accidents and vehicle speeds in residential areas.

5.5

Any Interest Declared or Dispensation Granted

None

5.6

Reason for Exemption if Public/Press Excluded During Consideration

None

5.7

Respective Director Responsible for Implementation

Simon Green, Executive Director, Place

5.8

Relevant Scrutiny and Policy Development Committee If Decision Called In

Economic and Environmental Wellbeing