Decision details

Proposed consolidation of existing highway layout to cater for tourist coach drop-off and pick-up.  The Cabinet Member will be asked to consider and approve the previous experimental scheme TRO's with some minor changes.

The Cabinet member is asked to agree that the Traffic Regulation Orders are approved in accordance with the advertised scheme.

That dedicated enforcement, through a local event security firm is retained as an additional aid to the Council’s Parking Services civil enforcement team to manage the area.

The initial purpose for relocating the coach drop-off and pick-up from Orange Grove to Terrace Walk was to accommodate the High St Public Realm & Highway Improvement Scheme.

The provision of a coach drop-off/ pick-up point within close proximity to the major tourist attractions of the Pump Rooms, Roman Baths and Abbey is seen as a key aspect for the city’s tourist economy. 

However, the emerging Transport Strategy recommends that a replacement location for coach drop-off/ pick-up to Terrace Walk is sought, that will provide similar access requirements, but improved capacity.  This is in addition to a coach park requirement, which could be further from the city centre.

Following suggestions, consideration has also been given to a layout with a reversal of traffic flow through North Parade and Terrace Walk.

Whilst the proposal has some benefits, there are a number of deficiencies and as a result the Highway Authority is unable to recommend this option.