Decision details

DfT announcement expected on BTP in December activating next stage on re-scoped scheme. An important element of this is to identify bus shelter design for the 10 routes. Early engagement on this is needed to inform design & allow for a procurement exercise. This  will give firm prices which are required, before any DfT funding would be released.

(1) To CONFIRM that the preferred shelter design options identified in the public consultation namely, green shelters, sloped roofs and bench style seats are to be procured for installation on the 9 bus routes which form a part of the Bath Transportation Project; and

(2) To AGREE that consideration should be given to installing or re-installing a litter bin at each bus stop, in conjunction with neighbourhood services, to match the design of the bus shelter.

Engagement on bus shelter design was considered appropriate to inform the choice of shelter since they will have a design life of around 15 years. The proposed shelters will improve the waiting environment for bus users throughout Bath.

Engaging with the public on the principles of the style of shelters was undertaken to enable members to make a decision on the design knowing that people have been given the opportunity to comment.  Any lack of engagement may have increased the possibility of future criticism on the type of shelter used when they are provided. Engagement minimises this risk, in particular from a heritage perspective as the concepts were developed from the earlier pattern book work with the 17 key stakeholders.