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Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

AGENDA

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

Minutes from 1 May 2018

Clr Julie Passas

Deputy Mayor – Ashfield Ward (Chair – 10am – 12pm)

Mr Bill Holliday

Representative for Jamie Parker MP, Member for Balmain

Mr Chris Woods

Representative for Ron Hoenig MP, Member for Heffron

Ms Sarina Foulstone

Representative for Jo Haylen MP, Member for Summer Hill

Mr Kristian Calcagno

Roads and Maritime Services

Acting Sgt Charles Buttrose

NSW Police - Leichhardt Area Command

Sgt Paul Vlachos

NSW Police - Inner West Area Command – Traffic Supervisor

Sgt J. Micallef

NSW Police - Burwood and Campsie Area Command

COUNCILLORS AND OFFICERS IN ATTENDANCE

Clr Marghanita Da Cruz

Leichhardt Ward (Chair – 12pm – 12:41pm)

Mr Wal Petschler

IWC’s Group Manager FRTS

Mr Boris Muha

IWC’s Engineer – Traffic and Projects

Mr Colin Jones

Inner West Bicycle Coalition

Mr David Torreson

IWC’s Civil Engineer

Mr David Yu

IWC’s Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services

Mr Emilio Andari

IWC’s Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services

Mr George Tsaprounis

IWC’s Coordinator Traffic and Parking Services (South)

Mr John Stephens

IWC’s Traffic and Transport Services Manager

Mr Manod Wickramasinghe

IWC’s Coordinator Traffic and Parking Services (North)

Sen Const Sam Tohme

NSW Police - Burwood and Campsie Area Command

Ms Brigid Meehan

IWC’s Business Improvement and Support Officer

Mr Ryan Hawken

IWC’s Project Manager Greenway Delivery

Sen Const Anthony Kenny

NSW Police - Inner West Area Command

Mr Robin Becdache

State Transit Authority

Ms Libby Bassey

IWC’s Business Administration Officer

VISITORS

Mr Paul Burgis

Item 1

Ms Kylie Squires

Item 2

Ms Laura Phemister

Item 2

Ms Marta Tambasco

Item 2

Ms Anna Connellan

Item 2

Ms Tania Ferfolja

Item 2

Ms Dianne Friar

Item 2

Ms Wendy Johnson

Item 2

Mr Greg Bar

Item 2

The Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on Tuesday, 10 April 2018 were confirmed.

LTC0518 Item 1 Croydon Road, Croydon-Proposed Pedestrian and Road Safety Improvements (Leichhardt Ward/Strathfield Electorate/Ashfield LAC) 

SUMMARY

This report provides an update in response to Council's resolution dealing with Notice of Motion C1017 Item 14 – Pedestrian safety on Croydon Road, Croydon of its 12 October 2017 Council Meeting. An on-site meeting was conducted on 7 December 2017.

The report evaluates traffic survey data collected on speeding, vehicle volumes, pedestrian vs volume counts (for pedestrian crossing warrants), accidents, and examines, if required,  measures to improve the safety of school children, pedestrians and motorists along Croydon Road.        

The analysis of results apart from traffic volumes, show speeding and accidents (in the last five years) to be low along Croydon Road. Pedestrian numbers crossing at various locations along Croydon Road and side streets to Croydon Road are below that required to warrant a pedestrian crossing. It should also be noted that no pedestrian accidents have occurred along Croydon Road in the last five years. As an outcome of the data collection and analysis of the data, the results do not support additional traffic calming measures and major pedestrian facility works in the area at the present with the exception to only place a speed hump device, north of Church Street, which is under separate investigation as part of the design proposal for the intersection of Church Street and Croydon Road.   

However, it is considered that providing pedestrian cross over points along Croydon Road would be beneficial to enhance pedestrian safety and provide a link to destinations either side of Croydon Road. With reference made to the Ashfield Pedestrian Access and Mobility Plan (PAMP) and the Former Ashfield Local Government Area Traffic Management Strategy (ATMS), the following conceptual (major) traffic facility works are recommended below. Support in principal is sought for these proposals, subject to detailed design investigation and resident consultation.

Minor traffic facility and maintenance works would be undertaken in the form of remarking of line marking, relocation/replacement of faded or missing signs, and the provision (if not existing) of new give-way line marking and signage to side streets. Pram ramps will be installed/upgraded on the side streets to Croydon Road. Existing speed hump markings would be adjusted where necessary along Croydon Road to prevent   the perception of these devices as being crossings. Rather than physical barriers, (e.g. fencing) pedestrian prohibited type (Symbolic) markings could be placed at certain speed humps along Croydon Road to warn and deter pedestrians from using the speed humps to cross the road.  

A report was submitted to the March, 2018 Traffic Committee (and adopted by Council at its meeting on the 27 March 2018) to place solid yellow lines governing ‘No Stopping’ around the corners of the intersection of Anthony Street and Croydon Road.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.   The report be received and noted;

2.   That support in principal be granted for Council to pursue the following conceptual traffic facility proposals, subject to further detail design and resident consultation:

(a)  Provide a speed cushion in Croydon Road on the approach to Elizabeth Street per figure 1;

(b) Widen the north-west corner of Anthony Street and Croydon Road, provide a refuge facility in Croydon Road south of Anthony Street, and speed cushion in Croydon Road north of Anthony Street per figure 2 in this report;

(c)  Provide kerb-blisters in Edwin Street North at the intersection to Anthony Street per figure 3;

(d) Remove the horizontal deflection device and replace it with a pedestrian refuge island facility in Croydon Road between Kenilworth Street and Gregory Avenue, and provide speed cushions in Croydon Road on both approaches to Kenilworth Street and Gregory Avenue per figure 4;

(e)  Provide a pedestrian refuge in Croydon Road between Ranger Road and John Street, and a central median-island with an at-grade entry threshold treatment in John Street at the intersection with Croydon Road per figure 5;

(f)  Provide a pedestrian refuge opening in the splitter island in Croydon Road, north of the roundabout intersection with Church Street, and provide a speed cushion in Croydon Road on  the southern end approach to Queen Street per figure 6;

(g) Provide short length painted double white centre lines in Bay Street at the approach to Croydon Road, and in Croydon Road south of Bay Street. Also provide an at-grade entry threshold treatment in Bay Street at the intersection of Croydon Road per figure 7; and

(h) Provide a central median island in Dalmar Street at Croydon Road per figure 8.

3.   Give-way signs and markings (if not existing) be provided to all side road intersections to Croydon Road, and that short length double white centrelines be painted in Croydon Road in approaches to both Dalmar Street and Bay Street;

4.   An audit be undertaken on the existing conditions of line making and signposting, and that maintenance be undertaken to remark any line marking and relocate/replace faded or missing signage;

5.   Existing pram ramps be investigated for upgrade where required, and ramps be included/upgraded where required in line with the above works (item 2) on side street intersections to Croydon Road; and

6.   Piano key markings on speed humps be remarked where required and provide or remark pedestrian prohibited (symbolic) markings on certain (or wider platform) speed humps along Croydon Road.

DISCUSSION

Mr Paul Burgis, principal of Presbyterian Ladies’ College

Mr Burgis stated that he supports the recommendation and added the following:

• Concerns regarding future planning for timed parking in the vicinity. He referred to the expected growth of student population over the coming decade and outlined that schools will need to increase in size to accommodate for additional students, which puts additional pressure on the road network.
• Noted that the school has provided 34 new parking spaces on-site recently and has long term future plans to provide more.
• Noted the issues with turning left only at roundabout of Croydon Road and Anthony Street is causing traffic delay
• Noted support of pedestrian safety on both Burwood Road and Croydon Road
• Pedestrian crossing on Boundary Street has a crossing supervisor working in the after school period.

The Chair advised that it is not advisable to remove parking spaces from residents.

It was noted the treatment of the Church Street/Croydon Road intersection was considered by Council at it’s March meeting. Consultation on that proposal will occur at the same time as the Croydon Road proposed treatments.

A Committee member raised concerns with regard to the concrete median on the north side of Croydon Road at Anthony Street and asked if the median could have a gap provided for pedestrians. Council Officers advised that any changes to the existing median (to cater for pedestrians)  would require redesign of the median to a pedestrian refuge which would result in a loss of parking. It was indicated that the proposed pedestrian refuge on the southern side of the intersection will provide for pedestrians. Council Officers did however indicate that they would review this median as part of the detailed design process.

Council Officers explained the use of speed cushions to Committee members and explained that they are typically used on routes with trucks and buses to reduce noise from such vehicles. The Committee members were also advised that these devices are effective in reducing the speed of vehicles, although motorcyclists and bicycle rides can travel between the gap.

The Committee members agreed with the officers recommendation noting that the next step would be to undertake public consultation on the proposals

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.   The report be received and noted;

2.   That support in principal be granted for Council to pursue the following conceptual traffic facility proposals, subject to further detail design and resident consultation:

(a)  Provide a speed cushion in Croydon Road on the approach to Elizabeth Street per figure 1;

(b) Widen the north-west corner of Anthony Street and Croydon Road, provide a refuge facility in Croydon Road south of Anthony Street, and speed cushion in Croydon Road north of Anthony Street per figure 2 in this report;

(c)  Provide kerb-blisters in Edwin Street North at the intersection to Anthony Street per figure 3;

(d) Remove the horizontal deflection device and replace it with a pedestrian refuge island facility in Croydon Road between Kenilworth Street and Gregory Avenue, and provide speed cushions in Croydon Road on both approaches to Kenilworth Street and Gregory Avenue per figure 4;

(e)  Provide a pedestrian refuge in Croydon Road between Ranger Road and John Street, and a central median-island with an at-grade entry threshold treatment in John Street at the intersection with Croydon Road per figure 5;

(f)  Provide a pedestrian refuge opening in the splitter island in Croydon Road, north of the roundabout intersection with Church Street, and provide a speed cushion in Croydon Road on  the southern end approach to Queen Street per figure 6;

(g) Provide short length painted double white centre lines in Bay Street at the approach to Croydon Road, and in Croydon Road south of Bay Street. Also provide an at-grade entry threshold treatment in Bay Street at the intersection of Croydon Road per figure 7; and

(h) Provide a central median island in Dalmar Street at Croydon Road per figure 8.

3.   Give-way signs and markings (if not existing) be provided to all side road intersections to Croydon Road, and that short length double white centrelines be painted in Croydon Road in approaches to both Dalmar Street and Bay Street;

4.   An audit be undertaken on the existing conditions of line making and signposting, and that maintenance be undertaken to remark any line marking and relocate/replace faded or missing signage;

5.   Existing pram ramps be investigated for upgrade where required, and ramps be included/upgraded where required in line with the above works (item 2) on side street intersections to Croydon Road; and

6.   Piano key markings on speed humps be remarked where required and provide or remark pedestrian prohibited (symbolic) markings on certain (or wider platform) speed humps along Croydon Road.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0518 Item 2 Old Canterbury Road, Dulwich Hill - Proposed Traffic Signals Concept Design Plans (Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Ashfield & Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

Concept design options have been prepared for the signalisation of Old Canterbury Road, Weston Street and Edward Street. Consultation was undertaken with owners and occupiers of properties regarding the options. A summary of the consultation results and traffic modelling results are presented in this report for consideration.

It is recommended that detail design of the traffic signals and intersection of Old Canterbury Road, Weston Street and Edward Street proceed based on a road closure to traffic at Weston Street, and consideration be given to improvements to traffic safety in Windsor Road, Edward Lane and Weston Street to be implemented in tandem with the proposed traffic signals.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.   The concept design of the traffic signals and intersection of Old Canterbury Road, Weston Street and Edward Street based on a full road closure to traffic at Weston Street as shown in Option 3, be APPROVED, and inform the detailed design;

2.   Specific measures to improve traffic safety at the intersection of Old Canterbury Road and Windsor Road and in Edward Lane be considered in tandem with the detailed design and be presented to a future Local Traffic Committee for consideration with the detailed design plans for the signalised intersection; and

3.   The detailed design plans be forwarded to the Roads & Maritime Services for consideration and approval.

DISCUSSION

A summary of issues raised by residents are listed below;

Residents confirmed that:

·         They preferred Option 1 because of difficulties accessing Old Canterbury Road via Windsor Road, including excessive vehicular speeds along Old Canterbury Road, conflict and confusion with traffic coming out of Spencer Street, pedestrian refuge island on OId Canterbury Road at Windsor Road restricting vehicular movement (right turns) from Windsor Road onto Old Canterbury Road, heavy vehicular volume along Old Canterbury Road making it difficult to access safely and limited sight distances when coming out of Windsor Road.

·         They wanted a facility which would allow them to make a right turn onto Old Canterbury Road safely and without fear of an accident.

·         They also indicated that signals at this location would allow pedestrians to cross the road safely.

·         Option 2 (exit only onto Old Canterbury Road) was not supported by the residents due to concerns that it would result in additional traffic using Edward Lane, which may create safety issues for residents.

·         Option 3 (closure of Weston Street at Old Canterbury Road) was not supported by the residents because of similar issues as Option 2; however , it would be used by residents of Weston Street to access their street.

·         Concerns were raised regarding the extra vehicles attempting to turn right from Windsor Road into Old Canterbury Road with school children using the pedestrian refuge to cross. It was stated that the pedestrian refuge is being hit on a regular basis.

·         Concerns were raised that the survey questionnaire did not have a wider circulation. They indicated that residents from only one side of Windsor Road received the survey.

The Chair made the following observation in relation to Old Canterbury Road at this location;

• there is a fair distance between signals on Old Canterbury Road and that signals are needed;
• Edward Street is a dangerous location for turning because of the limited sight distances at this location and the speed of vehicles;
• the new development at the old flour mills at Summer Hill will result in an increase in traffic; the pedestrian refuge should be reviewed in terms of safety.

There was a discussion on whether a right turn bay could be provided on Old Canterbury Road for vehicles to turn into Spencer Street (opposite) to avoid traffic congestion. Council Officers indicated that the road was too narrow to provide a right hand turn bay. It was also noted that signals will be coordinated so there will be a gap between platooning vehicles on Old Canterbury Road at Windsor Road for vehicles to enter from Windsor Road. The Officer further stated that Options 2 and 3 would allow access to the service road (adjacent to properties 115-123 Old Canterbury Road).

Councillor Passas left at 12:00 and passed the Chair to Councillor Da Cruz.

Committee members were advised that the signals were tied to a development approval and this matter was required to be resolved as the development was nearing completion. The developers have also made a contribution in relation to the project.

The Committee noted concerns in relation to the extent of community engagement, and additional traffic using Edward Lane but considered Option 3 to be the preferred option.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.   The concept design of the traffic signals and intersection of Old Canterbury Road, Weston Street and Edward Street based on a full road closure to traffic at Weston Street as shown in Option 3, be APPROVED, and inform the detailed design;

2.   Specific measures to improve traffic safety at the intersection of Old Canterbury Road and Windsor Road and in Edward Lane be considered in tandem with the detailed design and be presented to a future Local Traffic Committee for consideration with the detailed design plans for the signalised intersection; and

3.   The detailed design plans be forwarded to the Roads & Maritime Services for consideration and approval.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0518 Item 3 Edith Street at Regent Street, Leichhardt - Proposed 'No Stopping' zones (Leichhardt Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt LAC) 

SUMMARY

Council has received a request to signpost the statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions at the corners of the Edith Street and Regent Street intersection (Leichhardt) in order to prevent illegal parking and improve sight lines.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.       10m ‘No Stopping’ zones be installed on the northern side of Regent Street, east and west of Edith Street;

2.       A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the eastern side of Edith Street, north of Regent Street; and

3.       A 9m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the western side of Edith Street, north of Regent Street.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.       10m ‘No Stopping’ zones be installed on the northern side of Regent Street, east and west of Edith Street;

2.       A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the eastern side of Edith Street, north of Regent Street; and

3.       A 9m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the western side of Edith Street, north of Regent Street.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0518 Item 4 Denman Avenue, Haberfield – Proposed Traffic Calming Design Plans (Leichhardt Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Ashfield LAC)

SUMMARY

Detailed design plans have been finalised for the proposed traffic calming improvements in Denman Avenue, Haberfield, as part of Council’s Capital Works Program for Traffic Facilities. The proposal for the kerb blister islands and entry treatment pavement markings with associated signs and line markings, and associated signs and line markings to existing speed humps will improve traffic conditions at these locations. 

Consultation was undertaken with owners and occupiers of properties adjacent to Denman Avenue, regarding the proposals. A summary of the consultation results are presented in this report for consideration. It is recommended that the proposed detailed design plans be approved.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the detailed design plans of the kerb blister islands and entry treatment pavement markings with associated signs and line markings, and associated signs and line markings to existing speed humps in Denman Avenue, Haberfield, between Dalhousie Street and Alt Street (as per the attached design plan Nos. 10007, RC543A & RC543B) be APPROVED.

DISCUSSION

An updated detailed design plan was tabled at the meeting. The amended plan removed the entry treatment pavement markings as requested by RMS prior to the meeting.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the detailed design plans of the proposed kerb blister islands and existing speed humps with associated signs and line markings in Denman Avenue, Haberfield, between Dalhousie Street and Alt Street (as per the attached design plan Nos. 10007_A, RC543A & RC543B) be APPROVED.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0518 Item 5 Minor Traffic Facilities (All Wards / All Electorates / All LACs)

SUMMARY

This report considers minor traffic facility applications received by Inner West Council, and includes ‘Disabled Parking’ and ‘Works Zone’ requests.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.   The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No.29 Starling Street, Lilyfield be removed as it is no longer required;

2.   A 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.18 Kays Avenue West, Dulwich Hill;

3.   A 5.4m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.76 Sloane Street, Haberfield adjacent to the existing driveway;

4.   A 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.33 Annesley Street, Leichhardt;

5.   A 28m 'Works Zone 7.00am - 5.00pm Mon-Fri, 7.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed in front of No.17-19 Gower Street, Summer Hill (including the property's driveway) for 12 weeks;

6.   A 10m 'Works Zone 7.00am - 5.00pm Mon-Fri, 7.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed in front of No.30 Morris Street, Summer Hill for 6 months;

7.   An 18m 'Works Zone 7.00am - 5.00pm Mon-Fri, 7.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the western side of Catherine Street, Lilyfield adjacent to War Memorial Park for 6 weeks;

8.   A 12m 'Works Zone 7.00am - 5.30pm Mon-Sat' be installed in Mary Street, St Peters, along the side boundary of No. 293 Princes Highway, St Peters for 6 months; and

9.   A 12m 'Works Zone 7.00am - 5.30pm Mon-Sat' be installed in Warren Road, Marrickville, along the side boundary of No. 392-396 Illawarra Road, Marrickville for 6 months.

DISCUSSION

RMS requested photos of the site location be provided in any Minor Traffic Facility report to assist with consideration. Also, it was requested by RMS that the proposed ‘Works Zone’ in Mary Street, St Peters be deferred for further investigation (to ensure queuing doesn’t occur across Princes Highway from Canal Road).

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.   The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No.29 Starling Street, Lilyfield be removed as it is no longer required;

2.   A 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.18 Kays Avenue West, Dulwich Hill;

3.   A 5.4m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.76 Sloane Street, Haberfield adjacent to the existing driveway;

4.   A 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.33 Annesley Street, Leichhardt;

5.   A 28m 'Works Zone 7.00am - 5.00pm Mon-Fri, 7.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed in front of No.17-19 Gower Street, Summer Hill (including the property's driveway) for 12 weeks;

6.   A 10m 'Works Zone 7.00am - 5.00pm Mon-Fri, 7.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed in front of No.30 Morris Street, Summer Hill for 6 months;

7.   An 18m 'Works Zone 7.00am - 5.00pm Mon-Fri, 7.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the western side of Catherine Street, Lilyfield adjacent to War Memorial Park for 6 weeks; and 

8.   The request for a 12m 'Works Zone 7.00am - 5.30pm Mon-Sat' in Mary Street, St Peters, along the side boundary of No. 293 Princes Highway, St Peters be deferred for further investigation.

9.   A 12m 'Works Zone 7.00am - 5.30pm Mon-Sat' be installed in Warren Road, Marrickville, along the side boundary of No. 392-396 Illawarra Road, Marrickville for 6 months.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0518 Item 6 Nelson Lane (between Piper Street and Rose Street), Annandale - Extension of 'No Parking' zone (Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received concerns regarding obstructed driveway access in Nelson Lane opposite Nos.295 and 297 Nelson Street, Annandale.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the existing ‘No Parking; 8am-6pm; Mon-Fri’ zone on the eastern side of Nelson Lane, Annandale be extended to include the 11m unrestricted parking area opposite the rear boundaries of Nos. 295 and 297 Nelson Street, Annandale.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the existing ‘No Parking; 8am-6pm; Mon-Fri’ zone on the eastern side of Nelson Lane, Annandale be extended to include the 11m unrestricted parking area opposite the rear boundaries of Nos. 295 and 297 Nelson Street, Annandale.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0518 Item 7 Kingston Lane, Camperdown - Proposed 'No Parking' Restrictions (Stanmore Ward/Newtown Electorate/Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

Following community representations and site investigations a proposal to extend an existing section of ‘No Parking’ restrictions in Kingston Lane, Camperdown. Given the support for the proposal, it is recommended to proceed with the ‘No Parking’ restrictions in order to allow for vehicular access to off-street car parking spaces within Gilpin Lane accessed via Kingston Lane.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the installation of full-time ‘No Parking’ restrictions (20 metres in length) on the western side of Kingston Lane, Camperdown, between the rear of property no. 54 Kingston Road, Camperdown, and the rear of property no. 62 Kingston Road, Camperdown, be APPROVED, in order to allow for vehicular access to off-street car parking spaces within Gilpin Lane accessed via Kingston Lane.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the installation of full-time ‘No Parking’ restrictions (20 metres in length) on the western side of Kingston Lane, Camperdown, between the rear of property no. 54 Kingston Road, Camperdown, and the rear of property no. 62 Kingston Road, Camperdown, be APPROVED, in order to allow for vehicular access to off-street car parking spaces within Gilpin Lane accessed via Kingston Lane.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0518 Item 8 Melville Lane, Newtown - Proposed  'No Parking' Restrictions (Stanmore Ward/ Newtown Electorate/Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

Following community representations and site investigations a proposal to implement a section of ‘No Parking’ restrictions in Melville Lane, Newtown. Given the support for the proposal, it is recommended to proceed with the ‘No Parking’ restrictions in order to allow for vehicular access to off-street car parking spaces within Mulqueeny Lane accessed via Melville Lane.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the installation of full-time ‘No Parking’ restrictions (10 metres in length) on the southern side of Melville Lane, Newtown, between the rear of property no. 23 Bedford Street, Newtown, and the rear of property no. 29 Bedford Street, Newtown, be APPROVED, in order to allow for vehicular access to off-street car parking spaces within Mulqueeny Lane accessed via Melville Lane.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the installation of full-time ‘No Parking’ restrictions (10 metres in length) on the southern side of Melville Lane, Newtown, between the rear of property no. 23 Bedford Street, Newtown, and the rear of property no. 29 Bedford Street, Newtown, be APPROVED, in order to allow for vehicular access to off-street car parking spaces within Mulqueeny Lane accessed via Melville Lane.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0518 Item 9 Louisa Street, Summer Hill – Resident Parking Scheme (Leichhardt Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/ Ashfield LAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received correspondence from a number of residents of Louisa Street, Summer Hill requesting the extension of Area 13 Residential Parking Scheme (RPS) restrictions into their street to deter commuter/long stay parking.

This report provides the results of the RPS investigation in Louisa Street, Summer Hill.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the proposed Resident Parking Scheme in Louisa Street, Summer Hill not be supported at the present time due to less than 50% support received from the consulted residents.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the proposed Resident Parking Scheme in Louisa Street, Summer Hill not be supported at the present time due to less than 50% support received from the consulted residents.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0518 Item 10  Brown Street, Ashfield- Proposed bay line marking for motorcyles in parking space. (Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Ashfield LAC)

SUMMARY

A Councillor request has been made to consider measures to emphasis and deter vehicles from parking in a dedicated (indented) motorcycle area outside the unit block at No.1 Brown Street, Ashfield, just north of a private laneway.

Motorcycle bay lines will be provided to emphasis the area to be used by motorcycles and correct any signposting for the visual awareness and enforcement of the area. 

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.   Motorcycle 90 degree angled bay lines measuring 1.2-1.3m x 2.5 metres be painted in the dedicated (indented) motorcycle parking area signposted “1P Motor Bikes only” outside No.1 Brown Street, Ashfield, just north of the private laneway; and

2.   That the signposting be adjusted at the location to improve visual awareness and enforcement of restrictions.

DISCUSSION

Councillor Da Cruz questioned if a stencil could be painted to highlight the motorbike area. Council officers advised the Committee members that the signs will be installed in the first instance and these would be reviewed for effectiveness prior to further works. Any stencilling to be considered would also need to comply with RMS guidelines

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.   Motorcycle 90 degree angled bay lines measuring 1.2-1.3m x 2.5 metres be painted in the dedicated (indented) motorcycle parking area signposted “1P Motor Bikes only” outside No.1 Brown Street, Ashfield, just north of the private laneway; and

2.   That the signposting be adjusted at the location to improve visual awareness and enforcement of restrictions.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0518 Item 11  Esk Lane, Marrickville - Proposed Statutory 'No Stopping' Restrictions (Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate, Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

An amendment to the ‘No Parking’ restrictions in Esk Lane, Marrickville, at its intersection with Frede Lane, is proposed to ensure the restriction complies with statutory requirements.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT an amendment to convert the ‘No Parking’ restrictions (10 metres in length) to ‘No Stopping’ restrictions (10 metres in length) on the western side of Esk Lane, Marrickville, at Frede Lane, be APPROVED.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT an amendment to convert the ‘No Parking’ restrictions (10 metres in length) to ‘No Stopping’ restrictions (10 metres in length) on the western side of Esk Lane, Marrickville, at Frede Lane, be APPROVED.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0518 Item 12  Fenwick Building - Illoura Reserve, Balmain East - Car Park Conditions (Balmain Ward / Balmain Electorate / Leichhardt LAC)  

SUMMARY

Inner West Council will soon be undertaking construction of a café at Nos.2-8 Weston Street, Balmain. As part of the works, the Illoura Reserve car park, accessed via Weston Street, Balmain East will be upgraded.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the proposed parking restrictions and layout for the Illoura Reserve Car Park, Balmain East shown in Attachment 1 be supported. This will include:

• One 2.5m wide ‘Disabled Parking’ space and associated shared space (45 degree angle parking front to kerb) on the southern side of the car park;
• Four 2.5m wide ‘4P; 8:30am-6pm Mon-Fri’ spaces (45 degree angle parking front to kerb) on the southern side of the car park;
• One 2.5m wide ‘No Parking; Authorised Care Share Vehicles Excepted’ space (45 degree angle parking front to kerb) on the southern side of the car park;
• Four 1.2m wide ‘Motor Cycle Only’ spaces (45 degree angle parking front to kerb) on the southern side of the car park; and
• 33m ‘No Parking’ restriction on the northern side of the car park.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the proposed parking restrictions and layout for the Illoura Reserve Car Park, Balmain East shown in Attachment 1 be supported. This will include:

• One 2.5m wide ‘Disabled Parking’ space and associated shared space (45 degree angle parking front to kerb) on the southern side of the car park;
• Four 2.5m wide ‘4P; 8:30am-6pm Mon-Fri’ spaces (45 degree angle parking front to kerb) on the southern side of the car park;
• One 2.5m wide ‘No Parking; Authorised Care Share Vehicles Excepted’ space (45 degree angle parking front to kerb) on the southern side of the car park;
• Four 1.2m wide ‘Motor Cycle Only’ spaces (45 degree angle parking front to kerb) on the southern side of the car park; and
• 33m ‘No Parking’ restriction on the northern side of the car park.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0518 Item 13  Nos. 826-836 Princes Highway, Tempe - DA201700497 – Demolish Existing Improvements and Construct a 3 Storey Building Containing 22 Serviced Apartments with Basement Car Parking and Ground Floor Level Tenancy

SUMMARY

A development application (DA 201700497) has been received to demolish existing improvements and construct a 3 storey building containing 22 serviced apartments with basement car parking and ground floor level tenancy.

Comments of the Local Traffic Committee will be referred to Council’s Development Assessment Section for consideration in determining the Development Application.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the report be received and noted.

DISCUSSION

The representative for the Member for Heffron read a letter from Ron Hoenig MP:

The letter stated; “The Member for Heffron has serious concerns about the provisions for parking in the proposal to construct a 3 storey building containing 22 serviced apartments at 826-836 Princes Highway Tempe, DA201700497.

The Hon Ron Hoenig acknowledges that while the development broadly complies with planning requirements, he notes that the application doesn’t meet Councils minimum car and vehicle parking requirements.

Decisions about parking are crucial to residents in his block between the Highway and the Airport. He spoke to a number of local residents as recently as last weekend and their major concern was the problem they face every day, finding on street parking.

This area is an early residential area with very narrow streets, much of it designed before motor vehicles, with narrow frontage housing with no off street parking. The convenient proximity to the airport and public transport to the City has placed huge demand on local Streets for parking.

The Committee’s observations;

Any proposed new development needs to provide at least the minimum off-street parking requirement for the proposed use so as not to compound existing demand for on-street parking. Each development preferably needs to provide ample parking provision to fully absorb the potential parking demands of all its users P.135

It would be reasonable to request any loss of on-street parking to be made up within the proposed development (further increasing the on-site parking requirements) P135

Have the full support of the Member. The 5 issues raised by Council in its Conclusion/Recommendations not to support the application (P.139), are also noted and endorsed by Ron Hoening.

He also notes that the Greater Sydney Commission opposes any further conversion of employment generating land for residential purposes and that this proposal would be inconsistent with the GSC’s planning framework.

Further, the Princes Highway is an inappropriate location for residential development as it would be detrimental to resident amenity.”

Councillor Da Cruz commented that the last two points of the letter may impact future development plans along the Princes Highway.

The Committee members noted the Local Member’s letter and agreed with the Officers conclusion.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the report be received and noted.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0518 Item 15    Request for investigation into compression brakes by heavy vehicles on Old Canterbury Road, Lewisham

Council Officers were requested to investigate the use of compression brakes by heavy vehicles on Old Canterbury Road, Lewisham, particularly between Barker Street and Great Western Highway. As Old Canterbury Road is a classified road under RMS jurisdiction, Council Officers have forwarded this request to RMS for investigation.

LTC0518 Item 16    Frederick Street, Ashfield

RMS advised that Consultation letters had been sent out to the community regarding Frederick Street works near John Street.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

SUMMARY

A Development Application was received from the Music & Booze Company together with the Newtown Rugby League Football Club to hold the Beer, Footy & Food Festival 2018 on Saturday 28 July 2018 at Henson Park Oval and on Centennial Street, Marrickville between Sydenham Road and the entrance gate to Henson Park Oval.

It is recommended that Council agree to the temporary full-road closure of the subject section of Centennial Street, Marrickville on Saturday 28 July 2018 (weather permitted) or alternatively on Saturday 18 August 2018 subject to complying with the following conditions; apply to the RMS for consent to close the subject road, subject to the event being advertised, a Traffic Management Plan be submitted to the RMS for approval, a Road Occupancy License be obtained from the Transport Management Centre and advice of the proposed event being forwarded to the appropriate authorities including emergency services.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.   The proposed temporary full-road closure of Centennial Street, Marrickville between Sydenham Road and the entrance gate to Henson Park Oval on Saturday 28 July 2018 between 8.00am and 8.00pm (weather permitted) or Saturday 18 August 2018 between 8.00am and 8.00pm, for the holding of the Beer, Footy & Food Festival 2018 at Henson Park Oval, be APPROVED, subject to the approval of the Development Application and the applicant complying with the following conditions:

a)   A fee of $1,540.00 for the temporary road closure is payable by the applicant in accordance with Council’s Fees and Charges;

b)   The temporary full road closure be advertised by the applicant in the local newspaper providing 28 days’ notice for submissions, in accordance with the Roads Act;

c)   A Traffic Management Plan (TMP) be submitted by the applicant to the Roads and Maritime Services for consideration and approval;

d)   A Traffic Control Plan (TCP) which has been prepared by a certified Traffic Controller, is to be submitted to Council for review with a copy of the Traffic Controller’s certification number attached to the plan, not less than 5 days prior to implementation of the closure;

e)   A Road Occupancy License application be obtained by the applicant from the Transport Management Centre;

f)    Notice of the proposed event is forwarded by the applicant to the NSW Police Local Area Commander, State Transit Authority, NSW Fire Brigades and NSW Ambulance Services;

g)   Advance notifications signs advising of the proposed road closure and traffic diversions to be strategically installed and maintained by the applicant at least two (2) weeks prior to the event;

h)   A 4-metre wide emergency vehicle access must be maintained through the closed road areas during the course of the event;

i)    All affected residents and businesses shall be notified in writing by the applicant of the proposed temporary road closure at least two (2) weeks prior to the event, with the applicant making reasonable provision for residents and businesses;

j)    Adequate vehicular traffic control shall be provided for the protection and convenience of pedestrians and motorists including appropriate signage and flagging. Workers shall be specially designated for this role (and carry appropriate certificates), as necessary to comply with this condition. This is to be carried out in accordance with the Australian Standard AS 1742.3 – Traffic Control Devices for works on roads;

k)   Water filled barriers be placed at the road closure points to protect against any possible errant vehicles; and

2.   The applicant be advised in terms of this report and that all costs for advertising the event and implementation of the road closure are to be borne by the applicant.

Street Name

Centennial Street

Section

Between Sydenham Road and to an end

Carriageway Width (m)

12.8

Carriageway Type

Two-way road with one travel lane in each direction, in addition to kerbside parking lanes.

Classification

Local

85^th Percentile Speed (km/h)

42.5

Vehicles Per Day (vpd)

367

Reported Crash History

(July 2011 – June 2016)

No crashes recorded.

Heavy Vehicle Volume (%)

2.2

Parking Arrangements

Unrestricted parking along both sides of the road.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

SUMMARY

On November 2016, Council approved a final concept plan for improvement to Local Route 3, bicycle route identified in Council’s Bicycle Plan. LR3) is located on Livingstone Road, from Jersey Street to Marrickville Park.The aim of the proposal was to make LR3 bicycle route more safe, convenient and more enjoyable for people of all ages and ability to ride.

The draft design plans are based on the approved concept plan and are presented in this report for the Local Traffic Committee’s consideration. The proposed improvements will complete missing links in Council’s bicycle network and enhance bicycle access to public transport, local shops and other destinations.

This report recommends that the detail plans for LR3 be endorsed for community consultation for 28 days, with a further report to be prepared detailing outcomes of the consultation and the final detail design.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.   The draft detail plan (Design Plan No 6176) for Local Bicycle  Route 3 be endorsed  for community consultation; and

2.   Following community consultation, a further repot be prepared detailing outcomes of consultation and the final detail design plan.

Location

Remedial Measure

Comment

Arthur St to Frances St

Regrade grass verge to achieve a constant crossfall and to reduce height of the verge immediately behind the kerb.

There will be a couple of locations where existing trees make the verge reduction less effective.

Immediately South of Hawkhurst St

Extend No Stopping to remove 2 x car parking spaces.

Trees here are tightly spaced so regrading the verge to achieve an improvement is difficult.  Suggest remove parking which will also improve visibility to the existing pedestrian refuge.  Parking is removed from in front of a single corner property, meaning the resident could still park outside their house, albeit on Hawkhurst St. 

Immediately North of Hawkhurst St

Regrade grass verge to achieve a constant crossfall and to reduce height of the verge immediately behind the kerb (outside No. 136 to 144).

There will be a few locations where existing trees make the verge reduction less effective.

North of Pile Street

Regrade grass verge to achieve a constant crossfall and to reduce height of the verge immediately behind the kerb (outside No. 92-96, 100 and 106).

There will be a few locations where existing trees make the verge reduction less effective

Location

Western Side of Road

Eastern Side of Road

Overall Parking Impact

Gain

Loss

Gain

Loss

Randall Street (north side)

3

0

+3

Livingstone Road;

-     Randall to Robert

5

4

0

0

+1

-      Robert to Marrickville

1

2

1

0

0

-     Marrickville to Enfield

0

2

0

0

-2

-       Enfield to Pile

0

4

1

1

-4

-     Pile to Marrickville Park

0

3

0

0

-3

Hastings Street (north side)

1

0

+1

Hastings Street (south side)

1

0

+1

Enfield Street

4

0

+4

Overall Parking Impact

+1

Location

Western Side of Road

Eastern Side of Road

Overall Parking Impact

Gain

Loss

Gain

Loss

Randall Street (north side)

3

0

+3

Livingstone Road;

-     Randall to Robert

5

4

0

0

+1

-       Robert to Marrickville

1

2

1

0

0

-     Marrickville to Enfield

0

2

0

0

-2

-     Enfield to Pile

0

4

1

3

-6

-      Pile to Marrickville Park

0

3

0

0

-3

Hastings Street (north side)

1

0

+1

Hastings Street (south side)

1

0

+1

Enfield Street

4

0

+4

Overall Parking Impact

-1

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LR3 Community Consultation Plan

2.⇩

LR3 Signage and Line Markings Plan

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

SUMMARY

Council seeks the support of the Committee for the temporary closures of Dalhousie Street and Ramsay Street, Haberfield, for the annual/bi-annual Haberfield (Festa) food festival event on the Sunday 25 November 2018, as recommended below. 

RECOMMENDATION

THAT the road closure application for the ‘ Haberfield Festa Food Festival’ on the Sunday 25 November 2018 be supported, subject to the following conditions:

1.   The road closure be restricted to occur from 6.00am and 6.00pm in Ramsay Street (between Gillies Avenue and St. David’s Road/Kingston Street) and Dalhousie Street (between Dickson Street and Winchombe Avenue);

2.   A Traffic Management Plan (TMP) be submitted to and approved by RMS, and an application for a road Occupancy License be forwarded to and approved by the Transport Management Centre;

3.   Notice of the proposed event is forwarded to the emergency services, i.e. NSW Police, Fire and Rescue NSW and NSW Ambulance Service;    

4.   A 4- metre wide emergency service access must be maintained through the closed road areas during the course of the event;

5.   Council through its ‘Community Service’ notify/consult with all affected residents and/or businesses in the area, and conduct a letter-box/leaflet drop notifying the local community of the road closure event at least two (2) weeks prior to the event;

6.   The temporary full road closure be advertised in the local newspaper providing 28 days’ notice for submissions, in accordance with the Roads Act;

7.   Advance notification signs for the event are strategically installed at least one (1) weeks prior to the event; and

8.   Adequate Vehicular traffic control shall be provided for the protection and convenience of pedestrians and motorists including appropriate signage and flagging. Workers shall be specifically designated for this role (and carry appropriate certificates), as necessary to comply with this condition. This is to be carried out in accordance with the Australian Standard AS 1742.3- Traffic Control Devices for works on roads.           

1.⇩

Traffic Management Plan

2.⇩

Traffic Control Plan

3.⇩

Diversion of Bus Routes

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

SUMMARY

Detailed design plans have been finalised for the proposed road and traffic improvements in Dalhousie Street, Haberfield between Denman Avenue and Ramsay Street as part of Council’s 2018/19 Capital Works Program for Traffic Facilites.

The proposed works on Dalhousie Street include kerb & gutter reconstruction works, footpath reconstruction, resurfacing of roadway, additional landscaping, construction of kerb extensions, construction of a landscaped central median island and installation of associated line marking and signage.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT the detailed design plans for the proposed landscaping works, maintenance works, construction of kerb extensions, construction of a landscaped central median island and installation of associated line marking and signage on Dalhousie Street, Haberfield between Denman Avenue and Ramsay Street (as per the attached plan No. 10019) be approved.

Street Name

Dalhousie Street, Haberfield

Section (s)

  Denman Avenue to Ramsay Street

Carriageway width (m)

12.9m

Carriageway type

Two-way road with one travel lane and one parking lane in each direction.

Classification

Local

85^th Percentile speed (km/hr)

n/a

(Closest speed count was at 11 & 18 Dalhousie Street, north of Parramatta Road on 5/11/13, recorded speed was 47.9 km/hr)

Vehicles Per Day (vpd-AADT)

5500

Reported Crash History (July 2012 – June 2017)

(1)  Dalhousie St at Denman Ave = 1 accident. Rum code: 13 – Right near (5/1/14). Accident resulted in injury.

(2)  58a Dalhousie St = 1 accident (Rum Code: 71 – Left off carriageway into object/parked vehicle (2/6/16). Crash resulted in towaway.

(3)  71 Dalhousie St (Carpark) = 1 accident (Rum Code: 7 – Driveway (20/6/13). Crash resulted in injury.

Heavy Vehicle Volume

2.0%

Parking arrangements

North side (Denman Ave to Winchcombe Ave): Unrestricted parking

South Side(Denman Ave to Winchcombe Ave): 2P 8:30am to 6pm, Mon – Fri, 8:30am – 12:30pm Sat

North Side(Winchcombe Ave to Ramsay St): 1P 8:30am to 6pm, Mon – Fri, 8:30am – 12:30pm Sat with disabled bus parking and motorcycle parking.

South Side(Winchcombe Ave to Ramsay St): 1P 8:30am to 6pm, Mon – Fri, 8:30am – 12:30pm Sat

3 bus zones as shown on the plans.

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Plan 10019 Dalhousie Street_7-5-18

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

SUMMARY

Detailed design plans have been finalised for the proposed road and traffic improvements in Boomerang Street, Haberfield as part of Council’s 2018/19 & 2019/20 Capital Works Program for Traffic Facilities.

The proposed works include the upgrade of an existing at-grade pedestrian (zebra) crossing to a raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing, introduction of speed calming devices and upgraded bicycle facilities with associated line marking and signposting.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT the detailed design plans for the raised pedestrian crossing, traffic calming devices, bicycle facilities and kerb blisters with associated signposting and line marking in Boomerang Street, Haberfield (as per the attached plan Nos. 10013 & 10014) be approved.

Street Name

Boomerang Street, Haberfield

Section (s)

 Waratah Street to Crane Avenue

Carriageway width (m)

12.8m

Carriageway type

Two-way road with one travel lane and one parking lane in each direction.

Classification

Local

85^th Percentile speed (km/hr)

48.7 km/hr (27/5/15)

Vehicles Per Day (vpd-AADT)

7200

Reported Crash History (July 2012 – June 2017)

(1)  At pedestrian crossing = 2 accidents. RUM code: 44, Parking vehicles – resulted in tow-away (21/5/13); RUM code: 71, Off road left => object – resulted in tow-away (26/5/17).

(2)  At Boomerang St and Crane Ave = 1 accident. RUM Code: 40, U-turn – resulted in tow-away  (11/4/15).

Heavy Vehicle Volume

3.5%

Parking arrangements

Unrestricted parking

1.⇩

10013 - 300522 Haberfield North LATM - LTC Plan - Site 1_B

2.⇩

10014 - 300522 Haberfield North LATM - LTC Plan - Site 2_B

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

SUMMARY

A detailed design plan has been finalised for the proposed traffic calming improvements in Davis Street, Dulwich Hill, between Windsor Road and Denison Road, as part of the Dulwich Hill North LATM study implementation. The proposal for line markings with associated signs on Davis Street will improve safety and calm traffic.

Consultation was undertaken with owners and occupiers of properties adjacent to Davis Street, regarding the proposal. A summary of the consultation results are presented in this report for consideration. It is recommended that the proposed detailed design plans be approved.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT the design plans for the proposed line markings with associated signs in Davis Street, Dulwich Hill, between Windsor Road and Denison Road (as per the attached design plan No. 6202) be APPROVED.

Street Name

Davis Street

Section

Between Windsor Road and Denison Road

Carriageway Width (m)

12.8-10.3

Carriageway Type

Two-way road with one travel lane in each direction, in addition to kerbside parking lanes.

Classification

Local

85^th Percentile Speed (km/h)

42.5

Vehicles Per Day (vpd)

1,311

Reported Crash History

(July 2012 – June 2017)

No crashes recorded.

Heavy Vehicle Volume (%)

1.8

Parking Arrangements

Unrestricted parking along both sides of the road.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

SUMMARY

A detailed design plan has been finalised for the proposed traffic calming improvements in Dulwich Street, Dulwich Hill, between Denison Road and New Canterbury Road, as part of the Dulwich Hill North LATM study implementation. The proposal for line markings with associated signs on Dulwich Street will improve safety and calm traffic.

Consultation was undertaken with owners and occupiers of properties adjacent to Dulwich Street, regarding the proposal. A summary of the consultation results are presented in this report for consideration. It is recommended that the proposed detailed design plans be approved.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT the design plans for the proposed line markings with associated signs in Dulwich Street, Dulwich Hill, between Denison Road and New Canterbury Road (as per the attached design plan No. 6201) be APPROVED.

Street Name

Dulwich Street

Section

Between Denison Road and New Canterbury Road

Carriageway Width (m)

12.9

Carriageway Type

Two-way road with one travel lane in each direction, in addition to kerbside parking lanes.

Classification

Local

85^th Percentile Speed (km/h)

(Year 2003)

55.2

Vehicles Per Day (vpd)

1,877

Reported Crash History

(July 2012 – June 2017)

No crashes recorded.

Heavy Vehicle Volume (%)

4.5

Parking Arrangements

Timed permit parking restrictions along the northern side of the road and unrestricted parking along the southern side of the road.

Residents’ Comments (supporting the proposal)

Officer’s Response

A resident of Dulwich Street is in support of the proposal. The resident raised concerns regarding speeding and suggested that speed display signage be installed in the street to encourage motorists to slow down.

Received and noted.

The local road speed limit is 50km/hr. Dulwich Street is not warranted for a speed limit reduction. It should be noted that the proposed traffic calming measures for Dulwich Street will reduce average traffic speed.

Residents’ Comments (opposing the proposal)

Officer’s Response

A local resident is opposing to the proposal. Concerns were raised regarding speed within the street and suggestions were made to install speed limit signs. The use of the existing timed ‘Bus Zone’ and section of ‘No Parking Wedding and Funeral Vehicles Excepted’ restrictions were in question by the resident.

The local road speed limit is 50km/hr. Dulwich Street is not warranted for a speed limit reduction. It should be noted that the proposed traffic calming measures for Denison Road will reduce average traffic speed.

The existing timed ‘Bus Zone’ and section of ‘No Parking Wedding and Funeral Vehicles Excepted’ restrictions are in use and it has been confirmed with the adjacent property and nearby schools.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

SUMMARY

A detailed design plan has been finalised for the proposed traffic calming improvements in Black Street, Marrickville, at Llewellyn Street, as part of the Marrickville East LATM study implementation. The proposal for kerb extensions with a new kerb and gutter alignment and associated signs and line markings will improve pedestrian safety and traffic conditions at this location.

Consultation was undertaken with owners and occupiers of properties adjacent to Black Street and Llewellyn Street, regarding the proposal. A summary of the consultation results are presented in this report for consideration. It is recommended that the proposed detailed design plans be approved.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT the design plans for the proposed kerb extensions with a new kerb and gutter alignment and associated signs and line markings in Black Street, Marrickville, at Llewellyn Street (as per the attached design plan No. 10015) be APPROVED.

Street Name

Black Street

Llewellyn Street

Section

Between Llewellyn Street and Victoria Road

Between Enmore Road and Juliett Street

Carriageway Width (m)

11.8

12.8

Carriageway Type

Two-way road with one travel lane in each direction, in addition to kerbside parking lanes.

Two-way road with one travel lane in each direction, in addition to kerbside parking lanes.

Classification

Local

Regional

85^th Percentile Speed (km/h)

29.9

50.4

Vehicles Per Day (vpd)

1,296

6,784

Reported Crash History

(July 2012 – June 2017)

1 crash (Rum Code: 95). Crash resulted in tow away.

No crashes recorded.

Heavy Vehicle Volume (%)

3.6

3.2

Parking Arrangements

Timed parking restrictions along the western side of the road and unrestricted parking along the southern side of the road.

90 degree angle, rear-to-kerb parking restrictions along the southern side of the road and unrestricted parking along the northern side of the road.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

SUMMARY

A detailed design plan has been finalised for the proposed traffic calming improvements in Victoria Road, Marrickville, at Leicester Street and at Bourne Street, as part of the Marrickville East LATM study implementation. The proposal for kerb extensions with a new kerb and gutter alignment and associated signs and line markings will improve pedestrian safety and traffic conditions at this location.

Consultation was undertaken with owners and occupiers of properties adjacent to Victoria Road, Leicester Street and Bourne Street, regarding the proposal. A summary of the consultation results are presented in this report for consideration. It is recommended that the proposed detailed design plans be approved.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT the design plans for the proposed kerb extensions with a new kerb and gutter alignment and associated signs and line markings in Victoria Road, Marrickville, at Leicester Street and at Bourne Street (as per the attached design plan No. 10016) be APPROVED.

Street Name

Victoria Road

Leicester Street

Bourne Street

Section

Between Enmore Road and Bourne Street

Between Victoria Road and an end

Between Victoria Road and an end

Carriageway Width (m)

12.8

12.8

12.8

Carriageway Type

Two-way road with one travel lane in each direction, in addition to kerbside parking lanes.

Two-way road with one travel lane in each direction, in addition to kerbside parking lanes.

Two-way road with one travel lane in each direction, in addition to kerbside parking lanes.

Classification

Local

Local

Local

85^th Percentile Speed (km/h)

38.9

36.0

-

Vehicles Per Day (vpd)

1,139

185

-

Reported Crash History

(July 2012 – June 2017)

2 crashes (Rum Code: 46 & 46). Crashes resulted in tow away.

No crashes recorded.

No crashes recorded.

Heavy Vehicle Volume (%)

2.9

4.6

-

Parking Arrangements

90 degree angle parking restrictions along the northern side of the road and unrestricted parking along the southern side of the road.

90 degree angle, rear-to-kerb parking restrictions along the western side of the road and unrestricted parking along the eastern side of the road.

90 degree angle, rear-to-kerb parking restrictions along the western side of the road and unrestricted parking along the eastern side of the road.

Residents’ Comments (supporting the proposal)

Officer’s Response

Five local residents within the precinct are in support of the proposal but raised concerns and consideration for a pedestrian crossing on Victoria Road, west of its intersection with Leicester Street.

Received and noted.

As part of the Marrickville East LATM study, survey counts including vehicle and pedestrian counts were undertaken for Victoria Road within the vicinity of Enmore Park at Leicester Street, Bourne Street and Black Street.  None of the surveyed intersections met the RMS warrant for a marked pedestrian crossing. Therefore, the proposed kerb extensions are an alternate traffic calming measure which will improve pedestrian safety and calm traffic at these intersections. It should also be noted that the proposed treatment will not result in the loss of any legal on-street car parking spaces.

Two local residents within the precinct are in support of the proposal but raised concerns and consideration for a pedestrian crossing on Victoria Road, north of its intersection with Black Street.

Received and noted.

As part of the Marrickville East LATM study, survey counts including vehicle and pedestrian counts were undertaken for Victoria Road within the vicinity of Enmore Park at Leicester Street, Bourne Street and Black Street.  None of the surveyed intersections met the RMS warrant for a marked pedestrian crossing. Therefore, the proposed kerb extensions are an alternate traffic calming measure which will improve pedestrian safety and calm traffic at these intersections. It should also be noted that the proposed treatment will not result in the loss of any legal on-street car parking spaces.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

SUMMARY

Council has received concerns regarding vehicles obstructing sight lines and manoeuvring space by parking too close to the intersection of Dudley Street at Waratah Street, Haberfield.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.   A 7.5m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the eastern side of Dudley Street, north of Waratah Street; and

2.   A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the northern side of Waratah Street, east of Dudley Street.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

SUMMARY

This report considers minor traffic facility applications received by Inner West Council, and includes ‘Disabled Parking’ and ‘Works Zone’ requests.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.       The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of property No.2 Lonsdale Street, Lilyfield, be removed as it is no longer required;

2.       The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of property No.25A Shaw Street, Petersham, be removed as it is no longer required; and

3.       A 20m 'Works Zone 7.00am - 5.30pm Mon-Sat' be installed in front of No.31-33 Lewisham Street, Dulwich Hill for 6 months.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

SUMMARY

Council has received correspondence from a number of residents of Trafalgar Street, Rose Street, Nelson Street and Nelson Lane, requesting Area A1 Residential Parking Scheme (RPS) restrictions in their streets to deter commuter/long stay parking.

This report provides the result of the resident parking scheme investigation in Trafalgar Street, Rose Street, Nelson Street and Nelson Lane, Annandale.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT the proposed Resident Parking Scheme in Trafalgar Street, Rose Street, Nelson Street, and Nelson Lane not be supported at the present time due to less than 50% support received from the consulted residents.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

SUMMARY

A request has been received from a local resident for the provision of ‘No Stopping’ restrictions to deter illegal parking on the western side of Philpott Street, Marrickville, at its intersection with Gordon Street. The resident has advised that vehicles are regularly parked too close to the intersection, restricting sightlines for motorists turning into Philpott Street.

It is recommended that statutory 'No Stopping' restrictions be installed on the western side of Philpott Street, both north and south from its intersection with Gordon Street for a distance of 10 metres in order to deter illegal parking, increase safety and improve visibility and access for turning motorists.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.  The installation of a statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions on the western side of Philpott Street, Marrickville, for a distance of 10 metres, both north and south from its intersection with Gordon Street (adjacent to property no. 11-23 Gordon Street & property no. 2 Gordon Street) be APPROVED, in order to deter illegal parking, increase safety and improve motorist visibility and access for turning motorists; and

2.  The applicant, affected residents and Council Rangers be advised in terms of this report.

Street Name

Philpott Street

Section

Between Cowper Street and Addison Road

Carriageway Width (m)

6.4

Carriageway Type

Two-way road with one travel lane in each direction, in addition to kerbside parking lanes.

Classification

Local

85^th Percentile Speed (km/h)

26.6

Vehicles Per Day (vpd)

655

Reported Crash History

(July 2011 – June 2016)

No crashes recorded.

Heavy Vehicle Volume (%)

4.0

Parking Arrangements

Unrestricted parking on both sides of the road.

Residents’ Comments (supporting the proposal)

Officer’s Response

A resident of Philpott Street strongly supports the proposal. The resident also stated that the proposal will also improve vehicular access into their driveway.

Received and noted.

A resident of Gordon Street are in support of the proposal as this will reduce congestion and improve sight lines for turning motorists at this particular intersection.

Received and noted.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

5 June 2018

SUMMARY

A request has been received from a local resident for the provision of ‘No Parking’ restrictions in Samuel Lane, Tempe, to address concerns regarding vehicles obstructing access to and from residential garages and to allow access through the laneway for vehicles.

It is recommended that statutory 'No Stopping' restrictions be installed on both sides of Samuel Lane, at its intersection with Samuel Street and its intersection with Lymerston Street, and that ‘No Parking’ restrictions be installed along both sides of Samuel Lane, between Samuel Street and Lymerston Street, in order to provide unobstructed vehicular access to the off-street car parking spaces, and to allow access through the laneway for vehicles and increase safety.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.  The installation of a statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions (10 metres in length) on both sides of Samuel Lane, Tempe, at its intersection with Samuel Street and its intersection with Lymerston Street, be APPROVED, in order to provide unobstructed vehicular access into the laneway, as well as to allow access through the laneway for vehicles and improve safety;

2.  The installation of a ‘No Parking’ restrictions (55 metres in length) along both sides of Samuel Lane, Tempe, between Samuel Street and Lymerston Street, be APPROVED, in order to provide unobstructed vehicular access to the off-street car parking spaces, as well as to allow access through the laneway for vehicles and increase safety; and

3.  The applicant, affected residents and Council Rangers be advised in terms of this report.

Street Name

Samuel Lane

Section

Between Samuel Street and Lymerston Street

Carriageway Width (m)

3.8-4.1

Carriageway Type

Two-way road with one travel lane.

Classification

Local

85^th Percentile Speed (km/h)

–

Vehicles Per Day (vpd)