Decision details

A scheme to introduce traffic management measures including 2 zebra crossings, and a speed table, was publicly advertised from 1^st December 2011. Objections were received so will be considered by the Cabinet member and a decision taken on whether to implement the scheme

The Cabinet member agrees:

(1) The proposals are implemented as advertised, with the following minor modification:

·  the zig-zag lines on the southern kerbline of Julian Road, to the west of the zebra crossing near Ballance Street, to be shortened to allow vehicles to load/unload on the existing double yellow lines

(2) To re-advertise the location of the Crescent Lane zebra crossing at a point 5 metres to the east of the position originally advertised, and to delegate the decision regarding the installation of the Crescent Lane zebra crossing to the Divisional Director (Environmental Services), following the re-advertisement of that proposal, and his consideration of any comments/objections that might be received.

(3) The respondents are informed accordingly.

The proposals were drafted in response to local people’s desire for formal pedestrian facilities to be provided on Julian Road. The response to formal consultation/public advertisement suggests that the proposals are generally welcomed.

Extension of the current ‘shared space’ scheme was considered, however the necessary funding to make meaningful improvements, plus the cost of ongoing maintenance of the existing scheme, is not available at the present time. The condition of Julian Road is currently such that early carriageway reconstruction is imperative, to prevent a rapid increase in the rate of deterioration of the road structure. Implementation of the current proposals, however, would in no way prejudice the consideration of a wider scheme for the area, should funding permits.

Local opinion indicates a strong desire to effect improvements at the Marlborough Buildings/Weston Road/Crescent Lane junction, to reduce approach speeds, aid pedestrians and cyclists, and allow for safer vehicle turning movements. Including this junction within the current scheme was also considered, however the resurfacing programme does not stretch as far west as this point, and the funding to make the requisite improvements is not available at the current time. The Council has made a commitment, however, to draft and cost some design options for this junction in 2012/13, with the intention of bidding for funding in the following year.