Agenda and decisions

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This report presents results of an informal consultation and representations received from residents regarding a proposed Respark area to be known as R67: Huntington Road, which includes properties on Huntington Road, Kitchener Street, Oakville Street, Ashville Street, Oakville Court and Yearsley Crescent.

The report also considers representations received from residents of Haley’s Terrace and Somerset Road regarding their views on being added to the proposed scheme if progressed.

Resolved:   To approve Option 3, advertising an amendment to the Traffic Regulation Order to introduce new Resident’s Priority Parking restrictions to the whole consultation area, and to also include Haleys Terrace within the proposed scheme, and to operate 24 hours Monday to Sunday.

Reason:      From the response received, a majority (60%) of respondents were in favour of the proposal but the low response rate meant it was not possible to interpret non-engagement as either supporting or opposing the proposal. The Executive Member will work with Ward Councillors to increase the response rate on the statutory consultation for a clearer view of local residents views on this matter.

This report concerns an application, made by the land owner, to divert a section of the public bridleway Heworth (Without) 1 and 2 away from Cow Moor Farm buildings, on to a wider and longer route mainly passing through mixed woodlands.

Resolved:   To approve Option 1, which authorises the making of a public path order to divert part of public bridleway Heworth (Without) 1 and 2, by creating a new public path and extinguishing the current public path, that public notice of the making of the order be given and if no objections are received within the period specified, or if received objections are subsequently withdrawn, authorises the confirmation of the order. If objections are received and not withdrawn, then the matter will be referred back to the Executive Member to decide whether it is sent to the Secretary of State for a final decision.

Reason:     This option is in the interests of the landowner, and the council is satisfied that the legislative requirements have been met. Those in support of the order have commented that the new section of bridleway will be more pleasant for horse riders and walkers, although some may be wary of using a circuitous woodland path for personal safety reasons. The increased length of the bridleway is seen as a positive change as is the increased width which will enable all users to safely pass one another while using the path – an ongoing issue with the existing path. There were no objections at pre-order consultation stage.

This report provides feedback and officer recommendations following a feasibility study into residents’ concerns over the “risk of a serious accident due to vehicles driving at an inappropriate speed and the increasing volume of large vehicles using the lane”, as well as from a subsequent consultation exercise.

Resolved:        To approve Option 1, comprising:

(i)             A complete refresh of all road markings along Black Dike Lane and replacement of all faded or damaged signs, as well as hedge trimming to improve visibility of the signage;

(ii)            The introduction of additional signs and road markings to further reinforce the existing signs and markings and better highlight existing hazards to ensure motorists drive appropriately in compliance with the signed speed limits, and to dissuade larger goods vehicles from using Black Dike Lane; and

(iii)          The reduction of the 60mph speed to 30mph under an Experimental Traffic Regulation Order for up to 18 months, after which a further decision will be sought about whether to make the ETRO permanent.

(iv)          The reduction of the 30mph speed limit to 20mph under an ETRO for up to 18 months, after which a further decision will be sought about whether to make the ETRO permanent.

Reason:               To carry out a number of complimentary measures to improve road safety on Black Dike Lane and Manor Close.