LEGAL
IMPLICATIONS
7. The relevant powers are contained in the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1994, as amended. The procedure for introducing Traffic Regulation Orders is set out in the Local Authorities Traffic Orders (Procedure) (England & Wales) Regulations 1996.
8. In so far as the imposition of restrictions on road use represent restrictions of the human rights of individuals under Article 8 and Protocol 1 of the European Convention on Human Rights, those restrictions are proportionate to the legitimate objective of enhancing the ability of other road users to safely exercise their rights to pass and re-pass along the highway.
9. The recommended Traffic Regulation Orders are, in part, designed to increase road safety by reducing both the incidents of traffic crime and consequences to other road users of traffic crime. The recommendations are made with regard to the duty to reduce incidents of crime and disorder contained within s17 Crime and disorder Act 1998. However consideration needs to be given to some of the objections raised by residents. Vehicle speed is likely to show a marginal increase when on-street parking is removed and where appropriate, measures should be taken to address this. Consideration should also be given to the impact on surrounding roads, as displacement of parking is likely. If natural surveillance or street lighting is not to the same standard this may result in a higher level of vehicle crime, or a reduction of vehicle crime if natural surveillance and or street lighting is improved.
SUMMARY(1)
10.
Royal Crescent,
Sandown No Waiting at Any Time
11.
On the west side from
point 13.7 metres south of its junction with Melville Street to a point 7.6
metres north of its junction with Beachfield Road.
12.
Objections
13.
One letter of objection
has been received from the owners of Carisbrooke House Hotel, who have
expressed concerns that the introduction of the proposed restrictions would
migrate parked vehicles on to Beachfield Road, which would increase congestion
and the probability of vehicles being vandalised.
EVALUATION
/ RISK MANAGEMENT
14.
The
proposed restriction was advertised in an attempt to address congestion in the
road as a result of parking being available, on the west side of the road, from
1st October to 30th May each year.
15.
Royal
Crescent, Sandown is a residential road that is located between Beachfield Road
and Mellville Street and by definition is curved over its entire length. A
significant number of hotels are located along the route, particularly on the
west side, most of which have large open frontages with off street parking.
16.
With the
exception of a 13.7 metre section at either end, parking is permitted, all year
round, on the east side of the road, with a seasonal no waiting restriction on
the west side on the road.
17.
As a result
of the extended summer season and the subsequent increase in vehicle movements,
the road is subject to congestion as a result of vehicles parking on the west
side of the carriageway. The proposed alteration, changing the seasonal
restriction to one that applies all year round, is designed to address
congestion and improve road safety in the area.
18.
Following
the above representation a further inspection of the site has been undertaken
and as a result of this it is proposed to amend the extent of the proposed
restrictions and create two unrestricted parking spaces, on the west side of
the carriageway, outside the Carisbrooke House Hotel.
Royal Crescent, Sandown view
from Beachfield Road
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RECOMMENDATIONS
19.
It is recommended
that the proposed restriction be implemented with the following amendments. 20.
Royal Crescent on the
north-east side from its junction with Beachfield Road to a point 13.7 metres north thereof 21.
Royal Crescent on the
east side from the junction with Melville Street to a point 7.6 metres south
thereof 22.
Royal Crescent on the
south-west from the junction with Beachfield Road to a point 13.7 metres
north-west thereof 23.
Royal Crescent on the
west side from a point 23.7 metres north of its junction with Beachfield Road
to its junction with Melville Street |
SUMMARY(2)
24.
Beachfield Road,
Sandown Implement Limited Waiting of 30 minutes in any hour from Monday
to Saturday from 8.00 am to 6.00 pm
25.
On the north-west side from
a point 47.2 metres north-east to a point 73.2 metres north-east of its
junction with Royal Street
26.
Objection
27.
One letter of objection has
been received and the grounds for the objection are that the proposed
restriction will not allow sufficient time to complete transactions in the post
office and other areas of the town.
EVALUATION
/ RISK MANAGEMENT
28.
The
proposed restriction was advertised following a request from the operators of
the post office who have asked that the existing one-hour restriction be
reduced to 20 minutes.
29.
As is the
case across the Island, the Post Office in Avenue Road Sandown has been closed
down, with all the trade in the area being redirected to the Post Office in
Beachfield Road. This has resulted in a significant increase in customer
numbers and a subsequent demand for parking, albeit for short periods of time.
30.
There
would, however, seem to be a difference of opinion between the operators of the
site and the gentleman who has raised objection to the proposals. The letter of
representation refers to the fact the increase trade at the Post office has
resulted in longer delays, and that transactions often take in excess of half
an hour to complete. In contrast the operators of the Post Office feel that it
is essential to reduce the waiting period so that a higher turnover of parking
spaces is achievable.
31.
The
proposed restriction of 30 minutes forms a compromise between the opposing
views, which enables most transactions to be undertaken whilst maximising the
potential to park out side the Post Office.
Beachfield Road, Sandown
outside Post Office
RECOMMENDATIONS
32.
It is recommended that
the proposed restriction be implemented as advertised.
SUMMARY(3)
33.
Esplanade,
Sandown Implement No Waiting at Any Time
34.
On the north-west side
from its junction with Pier Street to the south-western corner of the Esplanade
35.
Esplanade, Sandown
Revoke No Waiting at Any time between 1st May to 30th
September
36.
On the north-west side
from its junction with Pier Street to the south-western corner of the Esplanade
37.
Objection
38.
One letter of objection has
been received, with the grounds for the objection being that the proposed
restriction would reduce the ability for residents to park outside the main
summer season, and enjoy the local surroundings.
EVALUATION
/ RISK MANAGEMENT
39.
The
proposed restriction was advertised as a result of a number of concerns that
have been expressed by the police regarding the obstruction of through traffic
as a result of indiscriminate parking outside the Napoleons Landing
development. This has been compounded by the construction of a new footway on
the landward side of the Esplanade.
40.
The
remaining carriageway width is such that parked vehicles prevent those opposite
from being able to enter and exit the parking spaces and restricts access for
through traffic.
Esplanade, Sandown outside
Napoleans Landing
RECOMMENDATIONS
41.
It is recommended
that the proposed restriction be implemented as advertised.
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41.
It is recommended
that the proposed restriction be implemented as advertised. |
SUMMARY(4)
42.
Avenue Road,
Sandown Revoke Limited Waiting of 1 hour in any 2 hours from Mondays
to Saturdays 8.00 am to 6.00 pm
43.
On the east side from
its a point 27.4 metres south to a point 36.6 metres south of its junction with
Fort Street
44.
Avenue Road,
Sandown Revoke the No Waiting at Any Time between 1st May
to 30th September
45.
On the east side from a
point 9.1 metres north of its junction with Crescent Road to a point 36.6
metres south of its junction with Fort Street
46.
Avenue Road, Sandown Implement No Waiting at Any Time
47.
On the east side from a
point 27.4 metres south to a point 66.5 metres south of its junction with Fort
Street
48.
On the east side from a
point 88.5 metres south of its junction with Fort Street to a point 9.1 metres
north of its junction with Crescent Road
49.
Avenue Road, Sandown Implement Limited Waiting of
30 minutes in any hour from 8.00 am to 6.00 pm
50. On the east side from a point 66.5 metres south to a point 88.5 metres south of its junction with Fort Street
51.
Objections
52.
Four letters of objection
have been received. The main points raised are:
53.
The proposed restriction will
make it more difficult to load and unload. (2)
54.
The proposed restriction will
make more difficult to park, particularly in the summer months. (1)
55.
Residents parking should be
introduced (2)
56.
Alternative measures such as
a one way system should be introduced. (2)
57.
The proposed restriction will
devalue properties in the area.
EVALUATION
/ RISK MANAGEMENT
58.
The
proposed restriction was advertised following representations from a local resident,
the local bus operators and the police.
59.
Avenue Road
forms part of the main route from Ryde to Sandown town centre and carries in
the region of 6700 vehicle movements per day (May 2004). It is also the main
bus route in and out of the town.
60.
No waiting
at any time restrictions are currently in place on the western side of the
carriageway, over its entire length, and either side of each of the junctions
on the east side of the road. The remaining area is currently covered by a
seasonal, no waiting restriction, with exception of five spaces in the area of
the, now closed down, Post Office.
61.
As a result
of the extended summer season and the subsequent increase in vehicle movements,
the road is subject to congestion, particularly during the autumn and spring.
The proposed alteration, changing the seasonal restriction to one that applies
all year round, is designed to address congestion and improve road safety in
the area.
62.
The
existing five on street parking spaces will be retained, albeit some 47 metres
further to the south, which will provide better parking for the adjacent
convenience store, and improve road safety in the area. In addition the removal
of parked vehicles from the inside of the long left hand bend, will address the
restrictions to forward visibility, and improve road safety.
63.
The
problems in Avenue Road have been debated for some time, with a number of
various options considered to address the various traffic management and road
safety deficiencies. To date all other options have been discounted, no least
of all because of the constraints of the highway infrastructure. The issue of
pavement parking was also considered, but was found to impracticable as a
result of the number of trees, private vehicle accesses and existing street
furniture.
64.
The
proposed change in restrictions is considered to be the most appropriate to
address the existing traffic management and road safety issues.
Avenue Road, Sandown view from
Fort Street
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Avenue Road, Sandown view from
Fort Street |
RECOMMENDATIONS
65.
It is recommended
that the proposed restrictions are implemented as advertised.
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65.
It is recommended
that the proposed restrictions are implemented as advertised. |
BACKGROUND
PAPERS
66.
Letters of objection
addressed to the Director of Executive Services, copies of which are attached.
67. Contact Point: Kevin Burton Traffic & Transportation Tel: 823777 / Email: [email protected]
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STEVE MATTHEWS Head of Engineering Services |
PETER HARRIS Portfolio Holder for Transport |