Issue details

Scarborough Bridge – Footbridge Replacement and Upgrade

Purpose of Report: The report will outline the proposals to replace and upgrade the existing footbridge spanning the river Ouse adjacent to ‘Scarborough (Railway) Bridge’. The new bridge will be substantially wider to enable shared pedestrian and cycle use and feature ramped access from all sides, providing a continuous traffic-free and step-free route from York Station to the northern embankment of the river, in addition to the city centre itself. Network Rail willbe further commissioned to lead on the design and full construction of this asset, to be delivered during 2018.


Members will be asked to:

1. Approve in principle the replacement and upgrade of the Scarborough Bridge footbridge.
2. Subject to relevant planning consent being granted, give permission to proceed to construction of the upgraded bridge and associated ramps / structures.
Grant the Assistant Director for Transport, Highways & Environment delegated powers to make any future required amendments to the scheme as a result of emerging detailed design etc.

 

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Cabinet Decision - a 'Key Issue' - decision leading to savings or expenditure of £500,000 or above;

Decision status: Decision Made

Wards affected: Clifton Ward; Guildhall Ward; Holgate Ward; Micklegate Ward;

Notice of proposed decision first published: 19/06/2017

Decision due: 31/08/17 by Executive

Lead member: Executive Member for Transport and Planning

Lead director: Corporate Director of Economy and Place

Department: Directorate of Economy and Place

Contact: Richard Holland Tel No. 01904 551401 Email: Richard.Holland@york.gov.uk.

Consultation process

Public consultation on the proposed scheme is due to take place over 2 to 3 weeks, launching the week commencing 03 July 2017, concluding Friday 21 July 2017. The public and all interested parties will be invited to comment on the proposed bridge replacement.

Making Representations: Please contact the report author for further details.

Decisions

Agenda items

Documents

  • Scarborough Bridge – Footbridge replacement and upgrade  

 

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