AGENDA R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

 

TUESDAY 2 OCTOBER 2018

 

10.00am


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Function of the Local Traffic Committee

Background

Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) is legislated as the Authority responsible for the control of traffic on all NSW Roads. The RMS has delegated certain aspects of the control of traffic on local roads to councils. To exercise this delegation, councils must establish a local traffic committee and obtain the advice of the RMS and Police. The Inner West Council Local Traffic Committee has been constituted by Council as a result of the delegation granted by the RMS pursuant to Section 50 of the Transport Administration Act 1988.

 

Role of the Committee

The Local Traffic Committee is primarily a technical review and advisory committee which considers the technical merits of proposals and ensures that current technical guidelines are considered. It provides recommendations to Council on traffic and parking control matters and on the provision of traffic control facilities and prescribed traffic control devices for which Council has delegated authority. These matters are dealt with under Part A of the agenda and require Council to consider exercising its delegation.

In addition to its formal role as the Local Traffic Committee, the Committee may also be requested to provide informal traffic engineering advice on traffic matters not requiring Council to exercise its delegated function at that point in time, for example, advice to Council’s Development Assessment Section on traffic generating developments. These matters are dealt with under Part C of the agenda and are for information or advice only and do not require Council to exercise its delegation.

 

Committee Delegations

The Local Traffic Committee has no decision-making powers. The Council must refer all traffic related matters to the Local Traffic Committee prior to exercising its delegated functions. Matters related to State Roads or functions that have not been delegated to Council must be referred directly to the RMS or relevant organisation.

The Committee provides recommendations to Council. Should Council wish to act contrary to the advice of the Committee or if that advice is not supported unanimously by the Committee members, then the Police or RMS have an opportunity to appeal to the Regional Traffic Committee.

 

Committee Membership & Voting

Formal voting membership comprises the following:

·            one representative of Council as nominated by Council;

·            one representative of the NSW Police from each Local Area Command (LAC) within the LGA, being Newtown, Marrickville, Leichhardt and Ashfield LAC’s.

·            one representative from the RMS;  and

·            State Members of Parliament (MP) for the electorates of Summer Hill, Newtown, Heffron, Canterbury, Strathfield and Balmain or their nominees.

 

Where the Council area is represented by more than one MP or covered by more than one Police LAC, representatives are only permitted to vote on matters which effect their electorate or LAC.

Informal (non-voting) advisors from within Council or external authorities may also attend Committee meetings to provide expert advice.

 

Committee Chair

Council’s representative will chair the meetings.

 

Public Participation

Members of the public or other stakeholders may address the Committee on agenda items to be considered by the Committee. The format and number of presentations is at the discretion of the Chairperson and is generally limited to 3 minutes per speaker. Committee debate on agenda items is not open to the public.

 

 

 

   


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

 

AGENDA

 

 

1          Apologies  

 

2          Disclosures of Interest

 

3          Confirmation of Minutes

Minutes of 4 September 2018 Local Traffic Committee Meeting                                    5

 

4          Matters Arising from Council’s Resolution of Minutes

 

5          Part A – Items Where Council May Exercise Its Delegated Functions

 

Traffic Matters

 

ITEM                                                                                                                                    PAGE #

 

LTC1018 Item 1       Wells Street, Annandale - Christmas Street Party (Road Occupancy) (Leichhardt Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)                                          32

LTC1018 Item 2       Heighway Avenue, Ashfield-Annual Road Occupancy (Christmas Street Party) on Saturday 8 December 2018. (Ashfield Ward/Stathfield Electorate/Ashfield LAC)       35

LTC1018 Item 3       Anthony Street, Croydon-Annual Road Occupancy (Christmas Street Party) on Saturday 22 December 2018.                                                                38

LTC1018 Item 4       James Street, Leichhardt - Christmas Street Party (Road Occupancy) (Leichhardt Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)                                          41

LTC1018 Item 5       Manning Street at Darling Street, Rozelle - Pedestrian and Traffic Improvements LATM (Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)               44

LTC1018 Item 6       Wharf Road, Lilyfield - Temporary Road Closure for Balmain Fun Run 2018 (Leichhardt Ward / Balmain Electorate / Leichhardt LAC)                     47

LTC1018 Item 7       Pidcock Street, Camperdown - Proposed footpath reconstruction and formalisation of existing angled parking – Design Plan 6203 (Stanmore Ward /Newtown Electorate/ Inner West LAC)                                                                                     62

LTC1018 Item 8       Local Bicycle Route 3 (LR3) - Detailed Design Plans (Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West LAC)                                                                   70

LTC1018 Item 9       Temporary Road Closure to carryout sewer works on Applebee Street, St Peters (Marrickville Ward/ Heffron Electorate/ Newtown LAC)                     109

LTC1018 Item 10     Temporary road closure to carry out sewer works - North Street, Balmain (Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)                                        112

 

 

 

 

 

 

Parking Matters

 

ITEM                                                                                                                                    PAGE #

 

LTC1018 Item 11     Fitzroy Street, Marrickville - Proposed  Permit Parking (Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West LAC)                                                                 115

LTC1018 Item 12     Cowper Street, Marrickivlle  - proposed 10m 'No Stopping' (Stanmore Ward/ Newtown Electorate/ Inner West LAC)                                                                118

LTC1018 Item 13     Victoria Road, Marrickville - Proposed 1P restrictions (Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West LAC)                                                                 121

LTC1018 Item 14     Marian Street at Cross Lane, Enmore - Proposed 10m  'No Stopping' (Stanmore Ward/ Newtown Electorate/ Inner West LAC)                                     124

LTC1018 Item 15     Petersham Area M5 extension of Permit Parking (Stanmore Ward/Newtown Electorate/Inner West LAC)                                                                 128

LTC1018 Item 16     Darling Street, Balmain - Modification of Taxi Zone Operational Hours (Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)                                                   134

LTC1018 Item 17     Wharf Road, Birchgrove - 'No Parking' restrictions (Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)                                                                 136

LTC1018 Item 18                         Minor Traffic Facilities (All Wards/ All Electorates/ All LACs)       138

LTC1018 Item 19     Church Street, St Peters - Proposed 'No Parking' restrictions (Marrickville Ward/Heffron Electorate/Inner west LAC)                                           141

 

 

Late Items

 

Nil at time of printing.

 

Part B - Items for Information Only

 

Nil at the time of printing.

Part C - Items for General Advice

 

ITEM                                                                                                                                    PAGE #

 

LTC1018 Item 20     Carlisle Street, Leichhardt - Road Occupancy (Leichhardt Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt LAC)                                                                  144

LTC1018 Item 21     2018 Spring Cycle Event (Leichhardt and Balmain Ward/ Balmain and Summer Hill Electorate/ Leichhardt and Ashfield LAC)                                            150

 

 

6          General Business 

 

 

7          Close of Meeting


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

Minutes from 4 September 2018

 

Minutes of Local Traffic Committee Meeting

Held at Petersham Service Centre on 4 September 2018

 

Meeting commenced at 10.03am

 

 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY BY CHAIRPERSON

 

I acknowledge the Gadigal and Wangal people of the Eora nation on whose country we are meeting today, and their elders past and present.

 

COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES PRESENT

 

Clr Julie Passas

Chair, Deputy Mayor – Ashfield Ward

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

Sgt John Micallef

NSW Police – Burwood Police Area Command

A/Sgt Charles Buttrose

NSW Police – Leichhardt Police Area Command

Sgt Paul Vlachos

NSW Police – Inner West Police Area Command

Mr Ryan Horne

Roads and Maritime Services

 

 

OFFICERS IN ATTENDANCE

 

 

SC Anthony Kenny

NSW Police – Inner West Police Area Command

SC Sam Tohme

NSW Police – Burwood Police Area Command

Mr Asith Nagodavithane

Transit Systems – Inner West  Bus Services

Mr Bob Moore

Inner West Bicycle Coalition

Clr Marghanita Da Cruz

Leichhardt Ward

Mr John Stephens

IWC’s Traffic and Transport Services Manager

Mr Manod Wickramasinghe

IWC’s Coordinator Traffic and Parking Services (North)

Mr George Tsaprounis

IWC’s Coordinator Traffic and Parking Services (South)

Mr David Yu

IWC’s Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services

Mr Boris Muha

IWC’s Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services

Ms Jenny Adams

IWC’s Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services

Mr Joe Di Cesare

IWC’s Coordinator Design Services

Mr Davide Torresan

IWC’s Civil Engineer

Ms Ranji Nadarajah

IWC’s Civil Engineer 

Ms Mary Bailey

IWC’s Parking Planner

Ms Christina Ip

IWC’s Business Administration Officer

 

 

VISITORS

 

 

 

Mr Phillip Lineham

Item 10 - Resident

Mr John Golinelli

Item 10 - Resident

Mr Luc Streit

Item 10 - Resident

Mr Ron Page

Item 10 - Resident

 

 

APOLOGIES:    

 

 

 

Mr Wal Petschler

IWC’s Group Manager, Roads, Traffic and Stormwater

 

 

 

 

DISCLOSURES OF INTERESTS:

 

The representative for the Member for Heffron declared a non-pecuniary interest in Item 8  as he resides in one of the streets adjacent to Blamire Lane.

 

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

 

The Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on Tuesday, 7 August 2018 were confirmed.

 

MATTERS ARISING FROM COUNCIL’S RESOLUTION OF MINUTES

 

The Local Traffic Committee recommendations of its meeting held on 7 August 2018 were adopted at Council’s meeting held on 28 August 2018, with the exception of LTC0818 Item 4 in which Council requested that the alternative plan devised for a resident be referred to the September Local Traffic Committee meeting for its consideration.

 

 

LTC0918 Item 1 Traffic Management Plan for the 2018 New Year's Eve Event (Balmain Ward / Balmain Electorate / Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

 

As instructed by the Police, access to the Balmain peninsula is closed to vehicular traffic every New Year’s Eve. This report outlines the traffic management associated with the event.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT:

 

1.         the Traffic Management Plan (Attachment 1) detailing the traffic arrangements for the 2018 New Year’s Eve be supported;

2.         the Traffic Management Plan (Attachment 1) be forwarded to Council’s Parks and Streetscapes Coordinator, Transport Management Centre and the Major Events & Incidents Group (NSW Police);

3.         a temporary ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the eastern side of Montague Street between Darling Street and Beattie Street, Balmain;

4.         That the following modifications to bus stops be approved:

a.         On the northern side of Darling Street:

i.          Install temporary ‘Bus Zones’ between  Mort Street and Ford Street 

ii.         Extend the ‘Bus Zone’ between Ford Street and McDonald Street

iii.        Extend the ‘Bus Zone’ between McDonald Street and Curtis Road, outside Nos.217-223 Darling Street

b.         On the southern side of Darling Street:

i.          Install a temporary ‘Bus Zone’ between Booth Street and Beattie Street, outside No. 244-270 Darling Street.

5.         The Police representative be requested to provide bike unit resources to improve traffic/crowd controls around the Darling Street/Curtis Road intersection (roundabout);

6.         The Police be requested to liaise directly with the Roads and Maritime Services in regards to the installation of variable message signs (“Balmain Peninsula is closed” and “Alcohol Free Zone”) on the main access roads into Balmain Peninsula a few days in advance of the event;

7.         Confirmation be sought regarding the areas to be declared alcohol free and the Police and Transit Systems representatives be advised;

8.         The Transit Systems representative be requested to place adequate notices on buses regarding the establishment of an alcohol free zone in the Balmain East area (details to be provided by Council);

9.         The taxi/hire car access to the Peninsula be restricted from 7:00pm.

10.       Taxis/hire cars carrying mobility impaired or infirmed residents be permitted access at all hours into the Peninsula; and

11.       The NSW Taxi Council be advised of the Committee’s recommendation.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The representative for Transit Systems stated that, in regards to part 8 of the recommendation, notices on buses is not the most appropriate channel to communicate messages about an alcohol free zone as this space is used by Transport for NSW to advertise transport messages for the Christmas and New Year period. The representative advised that a request for notices for the establishment of an alcohol free zone should be submitted to Transport for NSW.

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation with an amendment to part 8 to reflect comments from the Transit Systems representative.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.         the Traffic Management Plan (Attachment 1) detailing the traffic arrangements for the 2018 New Year’s Eve be supported;

2.         the Traffic Management Plan (Attachment 1) be forwarded to Council’s Parks and Streetscapes Coordinator, Transport Management Centre and the Major Events & Incidents Group (NSW Police);

3.         a temporary ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the eastern side of Montague Street between Darling Street and Beattie Street, Balmain;

4.         That the following modifications to bus stops be approved:

a.         On the northern side of Darling Street:

i.          Install temporary ‘Bus Zones’ between  Mort Street and Ford Street 

ii.         Extend the ‘Bus Zone’ between Ford Street and McDonald Street

iii.        Extend the ‘Bus Zone’ between McDonald Street and Curtis Road, outside Nos.217-223 Darling Street

b.         On the southern side of Darling Street:

i.          Install a temporary ‘Bus Zone’ between Booth Street and Beattie Street, outside No. 244-270 Darling Street.

5.         The Police representative be requested to provide bike unit resources to improve traffic/crowd controls around the Darling Street/Curtis Road intersection (roundabout);

6.         The Police be requested to liaise directly with the Roads and Maritime Services in regards to the installation of variable message signs (“Balmain Peninsula is closed” and “Alcohol Free Zone”) on the main access roads into Balmain Peninsula a few days in advance of the event;

7.         Confirmation be sought regarding the areas to be declared alcohol free and the Police and Transit Systems representatives be advised;

8.         Transport for NSW be requested to place adequate notices on buses regarding the establishment of an alcohol free zone in the Balmain East area (details to be provided by Council);

9.         The taxi/hire car access to the Peninsula be restricted from 7:00pm.

10.       Taxis/hire cars carrying mobility impaired or infirmed residents be permitted access at all hours into the Peninsula; and

11.       The NSW Taxi Council be advised of the Committee’s recommendation.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0918 Item 2 Batty Street, Rozelle - Proposed Kerb Extension Design Plan (Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

 

A detailed design plan has been finalised for the proposed treatment in Batty Street, Rozelle at its intersection with Mansfield Street.

 

The proposal includes installing kerb extensions to reinforce the existing ‘No Entry’ restriction that prohibits northbound entry into Batty Street from Mansfield Street, and to install pedestrian kerb ramps to improve pedestrian safety.

 

Consultation was undertaken with the owners and occupiers of properties adjacent to the intersection regarding the proposal. A summary of the consultation results are presented in this report for consideration.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT the detailed design plan for the kerb extensions and associated signs and line markings at the intersection of Batty Street and Mansfield Street, Rozelle (as per the attached design plan no.10025) be approved.

 

DISCUSSION

 

Clr Da Cruz stated that she was concerned that the  proposed kerb extensions will be in the middle of the road and that there will be wide space on the other side of the kerb extensions. Clr Da Cruz believed that the road needed to be blocked off as the proposed kerb extensions will not indicate to motorists that there is no entry into Batty Street from Mansfield Street.

 

Council Officers advised that a wider kerb extension on the western side of the street had been investigated. It was found that this would have limited vehicle manoeuvrability along the street and would result in the removal of some parking spaces. Moving the kerb blisters towards the centre of the road allowed parking to be retained.

 

The RMS representative suggested installing a ‘No Entry’ sign on the western side of the intersection, in addition to the proposed ‘No Entry’ sign on the eastern side. This could increase awareness to motorists travelling in both directions on Mansfield Street that they cannot access Batty Street.

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT the detailed design plan for the kerb extensions and associated signs and line markings at the intersection of Batty Street and Mansfield Street, Rozelle (as per the attached design plan no.10025) be approved.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

 

LTC0918 Item 3 Booth Street Bridge Widening over Johnston Creek, Annandale

SUMMARY

 

A detailed design plan has been prepared for the Booth Street Bridge widening over Johnston Creek. The proposal adds a separated unidirectional cycleway in the southbound direction as well as footpath and linemarking amendments.

 

It is recommended that the proposed detailed design plans be approved.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT:

 

1.         The design plans for the proposed Booth Street Bridge Widening over Johnston Creek, Annandale (as per the attached design plans No. C101.3 and C101.5) be approved; and

 

2.         Additional PS-2 bicycle logos be provided in the northbound direction on both approach and departure to the proposed treatment.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition stated that the Booth Street Bridge has not been treated for cyclists and is a missing link of the East West Cycle Route. The representative asked whether the bike lane on Booth Street Bridge would be extended further north.

 

Council Officers advised that the northern section of Booth Street was under the jurisdiction of the City of Sydney. Council Officers had made enquiries with the City of Sydney to find out why the bike lane ends before the roundabout. City of Sydney advised Council Officers that funding was not yet available and there are constraints to extending the bike lane due to existing trees. However, City of Sydney have identified that there is a possibility of extending the bike lane to the roundabout and further south.

 

The Inner West Bicycle Coalition representative stated that the shared path near the roundabout does not have signage indicating the end of the shared path. Council Officers suggested raising this issue with the City of Sydney as this section of road is within its jurisdiction.

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.         The design plans for the proposed Booth Street Bridge Widening over Johnston Creek, Annandale (as per the attached design plans No. C101.3 and C101.5) be approved; and

 

2.         Additional PS-2 bicycle logos be provided in the northbound direction on both approach and departure to the proposed treatment.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

 

LTC0918 Item 4 Boomerang Street, Haberfield - Haberfield North LATM - Traffic calming improvements (Leichhardt Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Ashfield LAC)

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.

 

Officer’s 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. 10041, 10013B & 10014) be approved.

 

 

DISCUSSION

 

The representative for the Member for Summer Hill asked what criteria must be met in order for Boomerang Street to be converted to a School Zone. The RMS representative advised that a school needs to directly front the street and the street must provide direct access to the school.

 

The representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition stated that:

 

  • the proposed green bike lane for the northbound direction of Boomerang Street is not necessary.
  • the marking of a bike lane close to the doors of parked cars would create a dangerous environment for cyclists.
  • cyclists would be safer staying in the middle of the lane instead of using the bike lane as cars would likely veer over to the bike lane when travelling over the speed cushion.
  • experienced cyclists can use the road and cycle over the speed cushion.
  • the kerb could be extended to narrow the section of road where the speed cushion is proposed.

 

The representatives for the Member for Summer Hill and the Member for Balmain agreed that the proposed bike lane will be unsafe for cyclists. The representative for the Member for Summer Hill added that it is likely that a motorist will attempt to overtake a cyclist in the proposed bike lane when going over the speed cushion.

 

NSW Police representatives stated that cyclists will likely veer to the left of the speed cushion regardless of the presence of a bike lane in the northbound direction. 

 

Council Officers advised that the design attempts to cater for all road users and that the green bike lane signals to drivers to stay in the traffic lane and crossing into the bike lane would be breaching road rules. Council Officers also stated that many cyclists prefer not to ride over speed cushions and if there was no bike lane, cyclists would likely ride around the speed cushion.

 

The Transit Systems representative requested that the maximum height of the proposed pedestrian crossing be 75mm as per STA and Transit Systems Guidelines, rather than the 75mm to 90mm as noted in the Council Officer’s report. Council Officers stated that the intent is for the pedestrian crossing to be constructed at a maximum height of 75mm.

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

 

COMMITTEE 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. 10041, 10013B & 10014) be approved.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

 

LTC0918 Item 5 Victoria Road at Leicester Street, Marrickville – Revised Proposed Kerb Extensions Design Plan – No.10016 (Marrickville Ward / Newtown Electorate / Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

 

A revised design plan has been finalised for the proposed traffic calming improvements in Victoria Road at Leicester Street, Marrickville as part of the Marrickville East LATM study implementation. The revised 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 and Leicester Street regarding the revised proposal. It is recommended that the revised proposed detailed design plan be approved.

 

In addition, pedestrian counts in Victoria Road at Leicester Street, Marrickville have been undertaken and RMS warrants for a pedestrian crossing cannot be met at this location; however, the proposed kerb blisters will facilitate safe crossing for pedestrians by reducing crossing widths providing pedestrians a shorter distance to cross the road.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

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

 

 

DISCUSSION

 

Councillor Da Cruz stated that she was concerned that pedestrians would still need to wait for both lanes of traffic to clear before crossing Victoria Road after the road is narrowed.

 

Council Officers advised that traffic volumes are low in the street at all times and there are adequate opportunities for pedestrians to cross the street safely.

 

RMS commented that the proposed treatment would be acceptable for the volumes of traffic in the street.

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

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

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0918 Item 6 Pedestrian Safety - Balmain East Transport Interchange - Darling Street, Balmain East (Balmain Ward / Balmain Electorate / Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

 

Concerns have been raised regarding pedestrian safety at the Balmain East Transport Interchange. In order to address these concerns it is proposed to relocate and redesign the existing pedestrian ramps to provide a diagonal crossing point which would improve sight distance for pedestrians and motorists.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT:

 

1.         The 15m of the existing ‘Bus Zone’ restrictions on the northern side of Darling Street, immediately west of the dead-end be signposted as ‘Bus Zone 2 Minutes Parking Maximum’;

 

2.         That the existing pedestrian ramp on the northern footpath of Darling Street, east of Weston Street opposite be relocated approximately 10m east; and

 

3.         That the existing pedestrian ramp on the southern footpath of Darling Street, east of Weston Street be redesigned to allow the ramp grade to match the new direction of travel to the relocated pedestrian ramp on the northern footpath.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The RMS representative raised an issue with the proposed ‘Bus Zone 2 Minutes Parking Maximum’ sign. The representative stated that according to NSW Road Rules, a bus cannot stop in a bus zone unless dropping off or picking up passengers. He suggested for the signage to state ‘No Parking, Buses Excepted’ and have a designated bus zone to pick up and drop off passengers.

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.         The 15m of the existing ‘Bus Zone’ restrictions on the northern side of Darling Street, immediately west of the dead-end be signposted as ‘No Parking, Buses Excepted’;

 

2.         That the existing pedestrian ramp on the northern footpath of Darling Street, east of Weston Street opposite be relocated approximately 10m east; and

 

3.         That the existing pedestrian ramp on the southern footpath of Darling Street, east of Weston Street be redesigned to allow the ramp grade to match the new direction of travel to the relocated pedestrian ramp on the northern footpath.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0918 Item 7 Edgar Street, Tempe - Proposed '2P Permit Holders Excepted' Parking (Marrickville Ward/Heffron Electorate/Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

 

A petition was received from residents requesting permit parking be introduced in Edgar Street, Tempe. Council undertook parking surveys and consultation with all affected residents and owners. As a result of the investigations, Council is now proposing a permit parking scheme in Edgar Street, Tempe to increase parking opportunities for residents.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT conversion of unrestricted parking to ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M18’ in Edgar Street, Tempe (southern side) between Unwins Bridge Road and the cul-de-sac, be approved.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The representative for the Member for Heffron commented that the Member supported the proposal as he had received a number of representations from residents in Edgar Street who struggled to park in the street due to commuters utilising parking spaces during the day.

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT conversion of unrestricted parking to ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M18’ in Edgar Street, Tempe (southern side) between Unwins Bridge Road and the cul-de-sac, be approved.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

 

 

LTC0918 Item 8 Blamire Lane, Marrickville - Proposed 'No Parking ' (Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

 

Council has received representations seeking parking restrictions in Blamire Lane. Concerns have been expressed by residents regarding access and safety issues at the intersection of Unnamed Lane and Blamire Lane. It is proposed to implement ‘No Parking’ in Blamire Lane (both sides) and Statutory 10m 'No Stopping’ restrictions at Blamire Lane and the unnamed lane in order to improve access and safety. The results from the community consultation process indicated that there is support for a proposal to install ‘No Parking’ and ‘No Stopping’ restrictions in Blamire Lane.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT:

 

1.         ‘No Parking’ restrictions be installed in Blamire Lane (both sides) between unnamed lane and the rear of property no 34-36 Grove Street, and

 

2.         ‘No Stopping’ signs be installed in Blamire Lane (both sides) from the intersection of the Unnamed Lane for the statutory distance of 10m.

 

DISCUSSION

 

(The representative for the Member for Heffron left the meeting at 11.38am during discussion on this Item)

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

(The representative for the Member for Heffron re-entered the meeting at 11.40am)

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.         ‘No Parking’ restrictions be installed in Blamire Lane (both sides) between unnamed lane and the rear of property no 34-36 Grove Street, and

 

2.         ‘No Stopping’ signs be installed in Blamire Lane (both sides) from the intersection of the Unnamed Lane for the statutory distance of 10m.

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0918 Item 9         Rowley Lane, Camperdown - Proposed 'No Parking'     restrictions(Stanmore Ward/Newtown Electorate/Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

 

Following community representations, Council is proposing to convert ‘unrestricted’ parking’ in Rowley Lane to ‘No Parking’. Community consultation has been carried out and the proposal has been assessed against the current Laneway Guidelines (December 2015). Given the narrowness of the lane, reported damage by service vehicles and the obstruction to off-street parking spaces by parked vehicles, it is recommended to restrict parking in Rowley Lane, Camperdown.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT the proposal to install ‘No Parking’ restrictions in Rowley Lane (both sides) between Kingston Lane and St Marys Lane be approved.

 

 

DISCUSSION

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT the proposal to install ‘No Parking’ restrictions in Rowley Lane (both sides) between Kingston Lane and St Marys Lane be approved.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

 

LTC0918 Item 10    Elswick Street North, Charles Street, Hubert Street, Francis Street,       James Street, Leichhardt - Resident Parking Scheme (Leichhardt        Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

 

Council has received correspondence from a number of residents of Elswick Street North, Charles Street, Hubert Street, Francis Street, and James Street, requesting 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 Elswick Street North, Charles Street, Hubert Street, Francis Street, and James Street, Leichhardt. It also provides the results of the investigation for the proposed truck ban bounded by Darley Road – James Street – William Street – Elswick Street North.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT:

 

1.         The proposed Resident Parking Scheme in Elswick Street North, Charles Street, Hubert Street, Francis Street, and James Street, Leichhardt not be supported at the present time due to less than 50% support received from the consulted residents; and

 

2.         The proposed truck bans in the streets bounded by Darley Road – James Street – William Street – Elswick Street North, Leichhardt be approved, subject to RMS approval of the TMP.

 

DISCUSSION

 

Public speakers: Mr Phillip Lineham, Mr John Golinelli, Mr Luc Streit, Mr Ron Page attended at 10.05am.

 

Mr Page stated that he supported the recommendation for the Resident Parking Scheme to not proceed in Hubert Street and made the following comments:

 

  • As the WestConnex dive site is no longer proceeding, there would not be a need for a Resident Parking Scheme in Hubert Street.
  • Residents on the eastern side of Hubert Street, who do not have rear lane access, would be disadvantaged by the introduction of a Scheme in the street as residents who are not eligible for a permit or have excess number of cars would park on the unrestricted eastern side of the street.

 

Mr Golinelli expressed support for the recommendation and requested that angle parking be considered for Hubert Street due to limited parking, speeding and rat running in the street.

 

Council Officers advised that this is being considered as a separate issue and traffic counts are currently being undertaken on some of the streets in the area.

 

Mr Lineham stated he supported the recommendation and commented that Francis Street receives high traffic volumes from City West Link who use the road to avoid Norton Street. Mr Lineham stated that he spoke to residents of Francis Street and they would like to make a proposal to Council to half close Francis Street so vehicles can only exit into Darley Road.

 

(Mr Lineham, Mr Golinelli, Mr Streit and Mr Page left at 10.18am)

 

Councillor Da Cruz advised that she received three submissions from residents requesting for angle parking in Charles Street and notified the Committee of her intention to make a Notice of Motion at Council to investigate this request.

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.         The proposed Resident Parking Scheme in Elswick Street North, Charles Street, Hubert Street, Francis Street, and James Street, Leichhardt not be supported at the present time due to less than 50% support received from the consulted residents; and

 

2.         The proposed truck bans in the streets bounded by Darley Road – James Street – William Street – Elswick Street North, Leichhardt be approved, subject to RMS approval of the TMP.

 

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0918 Item 11    Margaret Street at Yara Avenue, Rozelle - Proposed 'No Stopping'        Restrictions (Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

 

Council has received a request to signpost the statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions at the corners of the Margaret Street and Yara Avenue (Rozelle) intersection, in order to prevent illegal parking and improve sight lines.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT:

 

1.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Yara Avenue, west of Margaret Street, Rozelle;

 

2.         A 14m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the northern side of Yara Avenue, west of Margaret Street, Rozelle;

 

3.         An 11m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the western side of Margaret Street, north of Yara Avenue, Rozelle; and

 

4.         A 7m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the western side of Margaret Street, south of Yara Avenue, Rozelle.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Yara Avenue, west of Margaret Street, Rozelle;

 

2.         A 14m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the northern side of Yara Avenue, west of Margaret Street, Rozelle;

 

3.         An 11m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the western side of Margaret Street, north of Yara Avenue, Rozelle; and

 

4.         A 7m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the western side of Margaret Street, south of Yara Avenue, Rozelle.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0918 Item 12    Weynton Street at Piper Lane, Annandale - Proposed 'No Stopping'      Restrictions (Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

 

Council has received a request to signpost the statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions at the corners of the Weynton Street and Piper Lane (Annandale) intersection, in order to prevent illegal parking and improve sight lines.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT:

 

1.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Weynton Street, east of Piper Lane, Annandale; and

 

2.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Weynton Street, west of Piper Lane, Annandale.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Weynton Street, east of Piper Lane, Annandale; and

 

2.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Weynton Street, west of Piper Lane, Annandale.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

 

LTC0918 Item 13    O'Neill Lane, Lilyfield (rear of No. 9 O'Neill Street) - Proposed     Extension of 'No Stopping' Zone (Balmain Ward/Balmain   Electorate/Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

 

Council has received concerns regarding parked vehicles obstructing access to off-street parking in O’Neill Lane (between Grove Street and Grove Lane), Lilyfield.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT a 18m ‘No Stopping’ zone (including the statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone from an intersection) be installed on the southern side of O’Neill Lane, west of Grove Lane, Lilyfield.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT a 18m ‘No Stopping’ zone (including the statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone from an intersection) be installed on the southern side of O’Neill Lane, west of Grove Lane, Lilyfield.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

 

LTC0918 Item 14    Reynolds Street at Evans Street, Balmain - Proposed 'No Stopping'      zones (Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

 

Council has received a request to signpost the statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions in Reynolds Street at the intersection of Evans Street, Balmain in order to prevent illegal parking and improve sight lines.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT:

 

1.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the northern side of Reynolds Street, east of Evans Street, Balmain; and

 

2.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Reynolds Street, east of Evans Street, Balmain.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the northern side of Reynolds Street, east of Evans Street, Balmain; and

 

2.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Reynolds Street, east of Evans Street, Balmain.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0918 Item 15    Annesley Street at Balmain Road, 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 intersection of Annesley Street and Balmain Road, Leichhardt in order to prevent illegal parking and improve sightlines.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

 

THAT:

 

1.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the northern side of Annesley Street, east of Balmain Road;

 

2.         A 10 ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Annesley Street, east of Balmain Road; and

 

3.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the eastern side of Balmain Road, north of Annesley Street.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the northern side of Annesley Street, east of Balmain Road;

 

2.         A 10 ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Annesley Street, east of Balmain Road; and

 

3.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the eastern side of Balmain Road, north of Annesley Street.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0918 Item 16       Minor Traffic Facilities (All Wards/ All Electorates/ All LACs)

SUMMARY

 

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

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT:

 

1.         A 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be removed in front of No.48 Smith Street, Balmain as it is no longer required;

2.         A 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.47 St Davids Road, Haberfield;

3.         A 3.7m (60-degree angle parking) ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.23 Charlotte Street, Lilyfield;

4.         A 9m (2 x 45-degree angle parking spaces) ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.213 Elswick Street, Leichhardt (St Columba’s Church), south of the existing pedestrian (zebra) crossing;

5.         ‘Disabled Parking’ signs be installed in the Marrickville and District Hardcourt Tennis Club car park at No.33 Centennial St, Marrickville, to supplement the existing line marked ‘Disabled Parking’ bays;

6.         A 10m ‘Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon – Fri and 7.00am – 1.00pm Sat’ be installed in front of No.114 and No.116 Louisa Road, Birchgrove;

7.         An 11m ‘Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon – Fri and 7.00am – 1.00pm Sat’ be installed in front of No.300 and No.302 Darling Street, Balmain; and

8.         A 12m ‘Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon – Fri and 8.00am – 1.00pm Sat’ be installed in front of No.2 Dougan Street, Ashfield.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.         A 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be removed in front of No.48 Smith Street, Balmain as it is no longer required;

2.         A 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.47 St Davids Road, Haberfield;

3.         A 3.7m (60-degree angle parking) ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.23 Charlotte Street, Lilyfield;

4.         A 9m (2 x 45-degree angle parking spaces) ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.213 Elswick Street, Leichhardt (St Columba’s Church), south of the existing pedestrian (zebra) crossing;

5.         ‘Disabled Parking’ signs be installed in the Marrickville and District Hardcourt Tennis Club car park at No.33 Centennial St, Marrickville, to supplement the existing line marked ‘Disabled Parking’ bays;

6.         A 10m ‘Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon – Fri and 7.00am – 1.00pm Sat’ be installed in front of No.114 and No.116 Louisa Road, Birchgrove;

7.         An 11m ‘Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon – Fri and 7.00am – 1.00pm Sat’ be installed in front of No.300 and No.302 Darling Street, Balmain; and

8.         A 12m ‘Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon – Fri and 8.00am – 1.00pm Sat’ be installed in front of No.2 Dougan Street, Ashfield.

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

 

LTC0918 Item 17    2018 Norton Street Italian Festa - Special Event (Leichhardt Ward/         Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

 

The proposed event, the Norton Street Italian Festa, is a street festival held annually celebrating the traditional Italian culture that is considered an essential part of the Leichhardt community.

 

To facilitate the event, it is proposed to close the following roads in the area between 3.00am and 8.00pm on Sunday, 28 October 2018.

 

·          Norton Street from Marion Street to William Street;

·          Marlborough Street from Norton Street to Cromwell Street;

·          Short Street from Norton Street to Balmain Road;

·          Carlisle Street from Norton Street to Cromwell Street;

·          Allen Street from Cromwell Street to Derbyshire Road;

·          Arthur Street from Allen Street to Short Street.

 

It is recommended that the 2018 Italian Festa Event to be held on Sunday, 28 October 2018 be supported, subject to complying with the following conditions:

 

The TMP and TCP being approved by the RMS as well as the Transport Management Centre, installation of a ‘Special Event Clearway’ restriction in Norton Street prior to the event, parking for the event be reserved in Short Street on both sides between Norton Street and the unnamed lane for Emergency Service vehicles, approval to conduct a public assembly be obtained from the NSW Police, all affected businesses, residents and other occupants be notified of the road closures, proposed event being forwarded to the appropriate authorities, including emergency services and a current Public Liability Insurance Policy be provided to Inner West Council, nominating Council as an interested party.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT:

 

1)         The road closure application for the ‘Norton Street Italian Festa 2018’ on Sunday, 28 October 2018 be supported subject to the following conditions:

a)         The road closures be restricted to occur between 3:00am and 8:00pm on Sunday, 28 October 2018 at the following locations:

i.          Norton Street from Marion Street to William Street;

ii.         Marlborough Street from Norton Street to Cromwell Street;

iii.        Short Street from Norton Street to Balmain Road;

iv.        Carlisle Street from Norton Street to Cromwell Street;

v.         Allen Street from Cromwell Street to Derbyshire Road; and

vi.        Arthur Street from Allen Street to Short Street.

b)         Approval from RMS for the TMP and to install a ‘Special Event Clearway’ restriction in Norton Street be obtained prior to the event;

c)         Wetherill Street (Norton Street – Balmain Road) and Macauley Street (Cromwell Street – Norton Street) function as two way roads when Norton Street is closed to provide access for residents etc;

d)         Parking for the event be reserved in:

·          Short Street on both sides between Norton Street and the unnamed lane for Emergency Service vehicles;

·          William Street on the southern side between Norton Street and Derbyshire Road (Pioneers Memorial Park side). The angle parking in this area will be temporarily amended to allow parallel parking for Police horse floats etc;

e)         Approval from the Transport Management Centre to close the roads is obtained prior to the event;

f)          A three (3) metre unencumbered passage be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section of Norton Street at all times;

g)         Approval to conduct a public assembly be obtained from the NSW Police prior to the event. A copy of the NSW Police approval must be forwarded to Council’s Traffic Section prior to the event.

h)         The applicant be requested to provide free bicycle valet parking at a central location (i.e. Short Street or Allen Street) including adequate ‘way finding’ signage to the public and include the availability of this service in promoting the event;

i)          Additional signs indicating ‘Bicycles Expected’ and ‘cyclists dismount’ be included with the road closure signs provided at the road closure points;

j)          The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been formally closed;

k)         That the set up and break down times occur at 3:30am and 7:00pm respectively and include additional waste staff at the break down to expedite the road openings;

l)          The entrance to the access way into Pioneers Memorial Park in Allen Street opposite Arthur Street be temporarily closed by barricades for security purposes during the event;

m)        All advertising of the event must encourage the use of Public Transport;

n)         All affected businesses, residents and other occupants be notified of the road closures, activities, parking changes and changes to public transport arrangements. Any concerns or requirements raised by business proprietors, residents and other occupants must be resolved or reasonably accommodated. The notification shall involve the following, at minimum an information letterbox drop distributed two weeks prior to the commencement of the event. The proposed information, distribution area and distribution period is to be submitted to Council’s Traffic Section for approval one week prior to distribution;

o)         The approved Traffic Management Plan must be implemented at the applicant’s expense;

p)         Where applicable, that the applicant provides and erects barricades and signage in accordance with Australian Standard AS 1742.3-1996: Traffic Control Devices for Works on Roads;

q)         All traffic controllers must hold RMS certification;

r)         The areas to be used for the activities must be maintained in a clean and tidy condition to the satisfaction of Council’s Group Manager Roads and Stormwater, or else the applicant will be required to reimburse Council for any extraordinary cleaning costs;

s)         Council’s Manager Resource Recovery Services must be notified of the cleanup arrangements;

t)          The conduct of any activities or use of any equipment required in conjunction with the road closures must not result in any “offensive noise” as defined by the Protection of Environment Operations Act 1997;

u)         Copies of approvals from Council, NSW Police, RMS and the approved Traffic Management Plan must be available on the site for inspection by NSW Police, WorkCover Inspectors, RMS Inspectors, or Council Officers;

v)         Applicant shall comply with any reasonable directive from Council’s Officers;

w)        A notice of the proposed closure be forwarded by the applicant to the NSW Police, Fire and Rescue NSW and the NSW Ambulance Services;

x)         Council and RMS must be indemnified against all claims for damage or injury that may result from either the activities or from the occupation of part of the public way during the road closures. The applicant must produce evidence of public risk insurance cover (under which the Council and RMS are indemnified) with a minimum policy value of at least $20,000,000;

2)         The following measures be provided to accommodate buses:

i.          Install temporary ‘Bus Zones’ to accommodate two buses on both sides of William Street between Norton Street and James Street;

ii.         Place barricades within 10m at the south-eastern corner of the Flood Street/William Street intersection to assist buses; and

iii.        No trucks (Festa) to be parked in the Marion Street ‘Bus Zone’ at the Norton Street intersection, outside the Town Hall.

3)         The Leichhardt Bus Depot be notified of the road closure and associated activities. Any concerns or requirements raised by the Leichhardt Depot manager must be resolved or accommodated by the applicant; and

4)         Council reserves the right to cancel the road closure approval at any time.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1)         The road closure application for the ‘Norton Street Italian Festa 2018’ on Sunday, 28 October 2018 be supported subject to the following conditions:

a)         The road closures be restricted to occur between 3:00am and 8:00pm on Sunday, 28 October 2018 at the following locations:

i.          Norton Street from Marion Street to William Street;

ii.         Marlborough Street from Norton Street to Cromwell Street;

iii.        Short Street from Norton Street to Balmain Road;

iv.        Carlisle Street from Norton Street to Cromwell Street;

v.         Allen Street from Cromwell Street to Derbyshire Road; and

vi.        Arthur Street from Allen Street to Short Street.

b)         Approval from RMS for the TMP and to install a ‘Special Event Clearway’ restriction in Norton Street be obtained prior to the event;

c)         Wetherill Street (Norton Street – Balmain Road) and Macauley Street (Cromwell Street – Norton Street) function as two way roads when Norton Street is closed to provide access for residents etc;

d)         Parking for the event be reserved in:

·          Short Street on both sides between Norton Street and the unnamed lane for Emergency Service vehicles;

·          William Street on the southern side between Norton Street and Derbyshire Road (Pioneers Memorial Park side). The angle parking in this area will be temporarily amended to allow parallel parking for Police horse floats etc;

e)         Approval from the Transport Management Centre to close the roads is obtained prior to the event;

f)          A three (3) metre unencumbered passage be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section of Norton Street at all times;

g)         Approval to conduct a public assembly be obtained from the NSW Police prior to the event. A copy of the NSW Police approval must be forwarded to Council’s Traffic Section prior to the event.

h)         The applicant be requested to provide free bicycle valet parking at a central location (i.e. Short Street or Allen Street) including adequate ‘way finding’ signage to the public and include the availability of this service in promoting the event;

i)          Additional signs indicating ‘Bicycles Expected’ and ‘cyclists dismount’ be included with the road closure signs provided at the road closure points;

j)          The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been formally closed;

k)         That the set up and break down times occur at 3:30am and 7:00pm respectively and include additional waste staff at the break down to expedite the road openings;

l)          The entrance to the access way into Pioneers Memorial Park in Allen Street opposite Arthur Street be temporarily closed by barricades for security purposes during the event;

m)        All advertising of the event must encourage the use of Public Transport;

n)         All affected businesses, residents and other occupants be notified of the road closures, activities, parking changes and changes to public transport arrangements. Any concerns or requirements raised by business proprietors, residents and other occupants must be resolved or reasonably accommodated. The notification shall involve the following, at minimum an information letterbox drop distributed two weeks prior to the commencement of the event. The proposed information, distribution area and distribution period is to be submitted to Council’s Traffic Section for approval one week prior to distribution;

o)         The approved Traffic Management Plan must be implemented at the applicant’s expense;

p)         Where applicable, that the applicant provides and erects barricades and signage in accordance with Australian Standard AS 1742.3-1996: Traffic Control Devices for Works on Roads;

q)         All traffic controllers must hold RMS certification;

r)         The areas to be used for the activities must be maintained in a clean and tidy condition to the satisfaction of Council’s Group Manager Roads and Stormwater, or else the applicant will be required to reimburse Council for any extraordinary cleaning costs;

s)         Council’s Manager Resource Recovery Services must be notified of the cleanup arrangements;

t)          The conduct of any activities or use of any equipment required in conjunction with the road closures must not result in any “offensive noise” as defined by the Protection of Environment Operations Act 1997;

u)         Copies of approvals from Council, NSW Police, RMS and the approved Traffic Management Plan must be available on the site for inspection by NSW Police, WorkCover Inspectors, RMS Inspectors, or Council Officers;

v)         Applicant shall comply with any reasonable directive from Council’s Officers;

w)        A notice of the proposed closure be forwarded by the applicant to the NSW Police, Fire and Rescue NSW and the NSW Ambulance Services;

x)         Council and RMS must be indemnified against all claims for damage or injury that may result from either the activities or from the occupation of part of the public way during the road closures. The applicant must produce evidence of public risk insurance cover (under which the Council and RMS are indemnified) with a minimum policy value of at least $20,000,000;

2)         The following measures be provided to accommodate buses:

i.          Install temporary ‘Bus Zones’ to accommodate two buses on both sides of William Street between Norton Street and James Street;

ii.         Place barricades within 10m at the south-eastern corner of the Flood Street/William Street intersection to assist buses; and

iii.        No trucks (Festa) to be parked in the Marion Street ‘Bus Zone’ at the Norton Street intersection, outside the Town Hall.

3)         The Leichhardt Bus Depot be notified of the road closure and associated activities. Any concerns or requirements raised by the Leichhardt Depot manager must be resolved or accommodated by the applicant; and

4)         Council reserves the right to cancel the road closure approval at any time.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0918 Item 18    Dixson Avenue, Dulwich Hill –Traffic Calming Design Plan 10005 –        Intersection narrowing and threshold treatment at Old Canterbury   Road (Ashfield Ward /Summer Hill Electorate/ Ashfield & Inner     West LAC)

SUMMARY

 

A detailed design plan for the proposed traffic calming improvements in Dixson Avenue, Dulwich Hill at its intersection with Old Canterbury Road, as part of the Dulwich Hill North LATM study implementation, was finalised and presented at the 7 August 2018 Traffic Committee meeting (LTC0818 Item 4) for approval. A resident of Dixson Avenue attended and objected to the proposal as it resulted in the loss of two parking spaces. The resident stated that there is the potential to retain one of the parking spaces if the kerb extension was reduced. The resident also attended Council’s meeting of 28 August 2018 and Council resolved to resubmit the matter back to the Committee for consideration.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

For the Traffic Committee to consider.

 

 

DISCUSSION

 

Council Officers presented the alternative design plan (Option 2) for the proposed traffic calming improvements as first presented by the resident at the Council meeting. Council Officers explained the differences between the two design plans:

 

 

Option 1 (the original design presented at August LTC meeting):

  • There will be a loss of two parking spaces.
  • The centre line remains as is.
  • Service vehicles can make left and right turns without crossing the centre line.
  • First car parking space not located within 10m of the intersection.

 

Option 2:

  • There will be a loss of one parking space.
  • One parking space will be within the statutory 10m zone.
  • It is proposed that the centre line be moved 1m across to accommodate turning circles. However, service vehicles turning left or right would still cross the centre line.

 

Council Officers explained in relation to Option 2 that the parking space, although closer than 10m to the intersection, it would be indented and on the downstream to traffic so sightlines to pedestrians was clear.

 

The RMS representative stated that he had no concerns with retaining a parking space in the ‘No Stopping’ zone in Option 2 as the sight distance is adequate at the corner. However, the representative was concerned with vehicles having to negotiate a more complex turn and vehicles crossing the centre line.  The representative suggested removing the parking space outside No.5 Dixson Avenue as it appears this space causes vehicles to cross the centre line.

 

The RMS representative also stated that the proposed at-grade threshold at the entry of Dixson Street is not necessary. The representative advised that at-grade thresholds are typically used for gateway treatments for 40km/h zones with high pedestrian activity. He stated that black asphalt is more appropriate for Dixson Street as it is a 50km/h zone and a low pedestrian activity area. The representative raised a concern that entry threshold treatments used in high pedestrian areas could lose their effect if they became a common treatment for streets with low pedestrian activity.

 

Council Officers commented that the proposed threshold treatment came from the Dulwich Hill North Local Area Traffic Management study which recommended encouraging slower speeds in the area and is not a treatment for every street. Council Officers stated that Dixson Street would have relatively few truck movements.

 

The Police representative supported Option 2 given the low usage of the streets by trucks and the retention of an extra parking space.

 

The Committee members agreed to endorse Option 2 and agreed with the removal of the at-grade threshold at the entry to Dixson Street.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

  1. Option 2 of the detailed design plan of the kerb extension and associated signs and line markings at the intersection of Dixson Avenue and Old Canterbury Road, Dulwich Hill be APPROVED.
  2. The new at-grade threshold be removed from the design plan.  

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0918 Item 19    Petersham Area M5 extension of Permit Parking (Stanmore        Ward/Newtown Electorate/Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

 

Following representation to Council a proposal for an extension of the existing M5 permit parking area was circulated to residents for comment. Given the feedback from residents a revised proposal has been developed. The revised proposal addresses concerns raised by residents and offers a balanced approach to providing permit parking and unrestricted parking in the area.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT:

 

1.         ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M5’ be installed on Brighton Street (southern side) between property no. 93 and West Street;

 

2.         ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M5’ be installed on Brighton Street (southern side) between Palace Street and Station Street;

 

3.         ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M5’ be installed on Brighton Street (northern side) between property no. 92 and Station Street;

 

4.         ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M5’ be installed on Wentworth Street (western side) between Brighton Street and the cul de sac;

 

5.         ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M5’ be installed on West Street (western side) between Brighton Street and the cul de sac; and

 

6.         Implement Statutory No Stopping in conjunction with resident parking where required.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The Committee members agreed to defer the item to allow time for Committee members to consider the item.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT the Item be deferred and considered at the 2 October 2018 meeting.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0918 Item 20    Seaview Street and Yeo Avenue, Ashfield - Installation of statutory       'No Stopping' restrictions. (Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Ashfield LAC)

SUMMARY

 

Statutory 10 metre length ‘No Stopping’ restrictions are proposed on the Seaview Street corners of the intersection of Seaview Street and Yeo Avenue, Ashfield. The signage would assist to regulate parking and improve sight view and vehicle access in and out of Yeo Avenue.

 

 

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT:

 

1.         A 10m length ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Seaview Street, west of Yeo Avenue; and

 

2.         A 10 m length ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Seaview Street, east of Yeo Avenue.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.         A 10m length ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Seaview Street, west of Yeo Avenue; and

 

2.         A 10 m length ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Seaview Street, east of Yeo Avenue.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0918 Item 21    Eliza Street, Newtown – Temporary Road Closure For The Newtown    Good Food Fair 2018 – Sunday 14 October 2018 (Stanmore          Ward/Newtown Electorate/Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

 

A Section 68 application has been submitted to Council by the Newtown Precinct Business Association (NPBA), in collaboration with Council’s Economic Development Unit for the holding of the Newtown Good Food Fair in Eliza St, Newtown on Sunday 14 October 2018. The event will necessitate the temporary road closure of Eliza Street for the section between King Street and Lennox Street, Newtown from 6.00am to 8.00pm.

 

It is recommended that the proposed temporary road closure of Eliza Street on Sunday 14 October 2018 be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in this report.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

THAT:

 

1.         The proposed temporary road closure of Eliza Street, Newtown for the section between King Street and Lennox Street from 6:00am to 8.00pm on Sunday 14 October 2018 for the holding of the Newtown Good Food Fair be APPROVED subject to the approval of the Section 68 Development Application and the applicant complying with the following conditions:

 

a.                     A fee of $1,578.50 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 in the local newspaper providing 28 days’ notice for submissions;

c.                     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 Controllers certification number attached to the plan, not less than 5 days prior to implementation of the closure;

d.                     A Road Occupancy License be obtained by the applicant from the Transport Management Centre (TMC);

e.                     Notice of the proposed event is forwarded to the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Transit Systems, Fire & Rescue NSW and Ambulance Service of NSW;

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

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

h.                     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;

i.                      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; and

j.                      Water filled barriers be placed at the road closure 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.

 

 

DISCUSSION

 

Council Officers advised that the closure was advertised in the local paper.

 

The RMS representative requested the Traffic Management Plan for the road closure be submitted to RMS for its approval.

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.         The proposed temporary road closure of Eliza Street, Newtown for the section between King Street and Lennox Street from 6:00am to 8.00pm on Sunday 14 October 2018 for the holding of the Newtown Good Food Fair be APPROVED subject to the approval of the Section 68 Development Application and the applicant complying with the following conditions:

 

a.                     A fee of $1,578.50 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 in the local newspaper providing 28 days’ notice for submissions;

c.                     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 Controllers certification number attached to the plan, not less than 5 days prior to implementation of the closure;

d.                     A Road Occupancy License be obtained by the applicant from the Transport Management Centre (TMC);

e.                     Notice of the proposed event is forwarded to the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Transit Systems, Fire & Rescue NSW and Ambulance Service of NSW;

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

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

h.                     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;

i.                      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; and

j.                      Water filled barriers be placed at the road closure 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.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

 

LTC0918 Item 22    Parking in Lewisham Street, Dulwich Hill

 

The representative for the Member for Summer Hill stated that the Member was copied in on an email that was sent to Council regarding parking in Lewisham Street, Dulwich Hill. The representative asked if there was an update on the matter. Council Officers advised that they will follow up and advise the representative on the matter.

 

 

LTC0918 Item 23    Bicycle logos in Nelson Street, Annandale

 

The representative for Inner West Bicycle Coalition advised that the bicycle logos and linemarking in Nelson Street, Annandale have faded and need re-marking. In addition, a section of the Nelson Street, between Booth Street and The Crescent, was dug up during electrical works and bicycle logos that were on the road surface were removed in the process. Council Officers advised that they would refer the issues to Council’s Maintenance section.

 

 

LTC0918 Item 24    Closure of Chandos Street, Haberfield

 

Clr Passas stated that currently there is a temporary road closure on Chandos Street at Parramatta Road in Haberfield due to WestConnex works and asked whether the road could eventually close permanently.

 

Council Officers advised that Council received a request on this same issue and Council’s WestConnex unit has been asked to provide a response. Council Officers will advise of the response when received.

 

 

LTC0918 Item 25    School Zone flashing lights on Marrickville Road, Marrickville

 

The representative for the Member for Summer Hill advised that one of the School Zone flashing lights on Marrickville Road, near the Waranara Centre has been obscured by a tree and requested for the tree to be pruned. Council Officers will forward this request to the Council’s Tree Management section.

 

 

LTC0918 Item 26    Funding for pedestrian facilities on Darley Road, Leichhardt

 

The RMS representative advised that following a number of requests received for pedestrian facilities on Darley Road, Leichhardt, the representative submitted an application for funding to build pedestrian refuges. The application was unsuccessful and the representative is exploring other avenues for funding.

 

Council Officers advised that Council has written to the Minister for Roads, Maritime and Freight and the Minister for Transport and Infrastructure requesting:

 

  • urgent funding to install traffic signals in Darley Road at the Hawthorne Light Rail Station
  • pedestrian crossings in Darley Road at Charles Street
  • a review of existing pedestrian crossing facility at the Leichhardt North Light Rail Station

 

 

 

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Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 1

Subject:              Wells Street, Annandale - Christmas Street Party (Road Occupancy) (Leichhardt Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)         

Prepared By:     Felicia Lau - Engineer - Traffic and Parking Services  

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

Council has received an application for approval of an annual Christmas street party in Wells Street between Booth Street and Collins Street, Annandale to be held on Sunday, 25 November 2018 between 4:00pm and 7:00pm.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.   The temporary road closure of Wells Street between Booth Street and Collins Street, Annandale on Sunday, 25 November 2018 between 4:00pm and 7:00pm be supported;

2.   All residents and businesses in and around the affected area will be notified in advance (28 days prior to the event) of the temporary road closure;

3.   A minimum four (4) metre unencumbered passage be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section of Wells Street, Annandale;

4.   The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed;

5.   The barbeque activities be undertaken on the footpath, subject to no fire restrictions;

6.   The applicant notifies all affected businesses, residents and other occupants of the temporary road closure. Any concern raised by business proprietors, residents and other occupants must be resolved or accommodated. The notification shall involve at the minimum an information letterbox drop distributed one week prior to the commencement of the event. The proposed information, distribution area and period must be submitted to Council’s Traffic section for approval two weeks before the event;

7.   The supported Traffic Control Plan (TCP) be implemented at the applicant’s expense;

8.   Fire and Rescue NSW (Glebe) be notified of the intended closure by the applicant;

9.   The applicant to provide and erect barricades and signs, in accordance with the current Australian Standard AS1742.3: Traffic Control Devices for Works on Roads. As a minimum the following must be erected at both ends of the road closure area:

a.    Barrier Boards

b.    Road Closed (T2-4) signs

c.    Detour (T5-1) signs;

10. The applicant be advised that Council provides barricades and ‘Road Closed’ signs free or at minimum cost. The applicant is required to arrange delivery by Council at cost, or arrange pickup from and return to Council’s Depot at no cost. Any non-standard signs may be provided at cost;

11. The areas to be used for the activities must be maintained in a clean and tidy condition to the satisfaction of Council’s Group Manager Roads & Stormwater, or else the applicant will be required to reimburse Council for any extraordinary cleaning costs;

12. The conduct of any activities or use of any equipment required in conjunction with the road occupancy and temporary road closure not results in any ‘offensive noise’ as defined by the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997;

13. A copy of the Council approval be available on site for inspection by relevant authorities;

14. Council reserves the right to cancel the approval at any time;

15. The applicant complies with any reasonable directive from Council Officers and NSW Police; and

16. The applicant be advised of the Committee’s recommendation.

 

 

 

BACKGROUND

Council has received an application for approval of an annual Christmas street party in Wells Street between Booth Street and Collins Street from a resident of Wells Street, Annandale.

 

The street party is proposed to be held on Sunday, 25 November 2018 between 4:00pm and 7:00pm. The applicant is seeking permission for a temporary full road closure of Wells Street between Booth Street and Collins Street, and also to use a barbeque for the event which will be placed on the footpath of Wells Street, similar to previous years’ event.

 

The Traffic Control Plan for the Closure is enclosed.

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The street party coordinator will bear all costs associated with the road closure.

 

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

This is an annual event and no significant issues have occurred in the past.

 

Council’s WHS Manager advised that Council’s Insurance Service Provider have confirmed that insurance cover is extended under Council’s Casual Hirer’s Liability protection in accordance with the terms, conditions, exclusions and limits of the wording of the cover.

 

According to the RMS ‘Guide to Traffic and Transport Management for Special Events’ (Version 3.4) a small street party is considered as a ‘Class 3’ event.

 

Council encourages properly conducted neighborhood street parties as a means of building community spirit and improving neighborhood security. Fees for road occupancy are waived by Council for small community street parties.

 

Where the following conditions apply, organisers are only required to obtain approval for a street party involving a temporary road closure:

 

·    The party is to be held outdoors for fewer than 100 people.

·    No temporary structures or jumping castles are to be erected.

·    Participants are to bring their own food and drinks, and food and drinks are not for sale.

·    There will be no performers or amplified music involved.

 

For approved street parties, Council will provide barricades and ‘Road Closed’ signs free or at minimum cost. Any non-standard signs may be provided at cost. The street party coordinator will need to arrange delivery by Council at cost, or arrange pickup from and return to Council’s depot at no cost.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

The proposed closure of Wells Street, Annandale between Booth Street and Collins Street has been advertised in the local newspaper for a period of 28 days commencing Tuesday, 14 August 2018.

 

No responses were received.

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 2

Subject:              Heighway Avenue, Ashfield-Annual Road Occupancy (Christmas Street Party) on Saturday 8 December 2018. (Ashfield Ward/Stathfield Electorate/Ashfield LAC)        

Prepared By:     Boris Muha - Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services 

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

Council seeks the support of the committee for a temporary full road closure of Heighway Avenue Ashfield, between Walter Street and Frederick Street, to conduct an annual Christmas Street party on Saturday, 8 December 2018 as recommended below.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

Support be provided for the temporary full road closure of Heighway Avenue, Ashfield, between Walter Street and Frederick Street, to conduct an annual Christmas Street Party on the Saturday 8 December 2018, from 5.00pm – 9.00pm, subject to the following conditions:

 

1.   The organiser is responsible to erect the signs and barricades in accordance of the Traffic Control Plan (TCP) attached, and arrange the management of the closure with RMS accredited traffic controllers;

 

2.   Council Rangers be requested to oversee the event to assure that the traffic control arrangements are correctly in place;

 

3.   The event would only entail the placement of tables and chairs upon the public footway or street, and that it be covered under Council (Casual Hire) insurance;

4.   A clear passage of at least 4.0m must be provided for emergency vehicle access as required by Police;

 

5.   The organiser is to arrange waste bins for litter control and make the area neat and tidy prior to the re-opening of the road;

 

6.   The organiser is to arrange the dismantling of the temporary signs and barricades, and place the material in a designated area for Council to pick up after the completion of the event;

 

7.   The organiser be responsible for notifying the residents in the area at least one week prior to the event; and

 

8.   Council will arrange notification of the temporary full road closure of Heighway   Avenue in the local newspaper, for a period of at least 28 days prior to the event.

 

 

 

BACKGROUND

Correspondence has been received from a resident of Heighway Avenue on behalf of residents requesting the temporary full road closure of Heighway Avenue, between Walter Street and Frederick Street, to conduct an annual Christmas Street party on the Saturday, 8 December 2018. 

This event is held annually with road closure arrangements being no different to past years. The road closure is a category type “Class 3” minor event under the RMS format for special events. Concurrence is only required from the Council and Police and that RMS be only notified of the event.

 

Heighway Avenue between Walter Street and Frederick Street is a narrow one-way Local Road, which carries low volumes of traffic in the easterly direction from Walter to Frederick Street. Detouring can be made via the surrounding streets of Thomas Street and Frederick Street. Local traffic access can be maintained in the adjoining section of Heighway Avenue and Walter Street.

 

Resident access through the closed easterly one-way section of Heighway Avenue can be maintained from the Walter Street end.-see the attached Traffic Control Plan.

                

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Council will supply material (signs and barricades) to the event organiser. Funds will be provided under Council budget.

 

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

This event is of similar arrangements as in previous years and approved by the Traffic Committee. Police and RMS have raised no objection in the past to the above special event road closure.

 

For this type Class 3 minor event the main conditions of the road closure are:

 

·  Council supplies material (signs and barricades) to the event organiser. The organiser is responsible to erect the signs and barricades according to the Traffic Control Plan (TCP), and arrange the management of the closure with RMS accredited traffic controllers. Council Rangers would be requested to oversee the event to assure that the traffic control arrangements are in order.

·  The event only entails the placement of tables and chairs upon the public footway or street, and is assessed as a low risk event to have it requested and covered under Council (Casual Hire) insurance.

 

·  A clear passage of at least 4.0m is provided for emergency vehicle access. (Police condition)

 

·  The organiser is responsible to arrange bins for litter control, and make the area neat and tidy following the re-opening of the road.

 

·  The organiser is responsible to dismantle the signs and barricades and place the material in a designated area for Council to pick up after the completion of the event.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

The organiser is responsible for notifying the residents in the area at least one week prior to the event. Council will arrange notification of the temporary full road closure of Heighway Avenue in the local newspaper, for a period of at least 28 days prior to the event.  The proposal was advertised in the local paper on Tuesday 11 September 2018 and no comments have been received to date.

 

CONCLUSION

It is recommended that support be provided for the temporary full road closure of Heighway Avenue, Ashfield, between Walter Street and Frederick Street, to conduct an annual Christmas Street Party on Saturday, 8 December 2018, from 5.00pm - 9.00pm. The closure will be subject to relevant conditions as imposed by Council together with any other conditions from the RMS and Police.

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 3

Subject:              Anthony Street, Croydon-Annual Road Occupancy (Christmas Street Party) on Saturday 22 December 2018.            

Prepared By:     Boris Muha - Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services 

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

Council seeks the support of the Committee for a temporary full road closure of Anthony Street, Croydon, between Croydon Road and Etonville Parade, in order to conduct an annual Christmas Street party on Saturday, 22 December 2018 as recommended below. 

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

Support be provided for the temporary full road closure of Anthony Street, Croydon, between Croydon Road and Etonville Parade, to conduct an annual Christmas Street Party on the Saturday 22 December 2018 from 4.00pm - 9.00pm, subject to the following conditions:

 

1.   The organiser is responsible to erect the signs and barricades in accordance of the Traffic Control Plan (TCP) attached, and arrange the management of the closure with RMS accredited traffic controllers;

 

2.   Council Rangers be requested to oversee the event to assure that the traffic control arrangements are correctly in place;

 

3.   The event would only entail the placement of tables and chairs upon the public footway or street, and that it be covered under Council (Casual Hire) insurance;

 

4.   A clear passage of at least 4.0m must be provided for emergency vehicle access as required by Police;

 

5.   The organiser is to arrange waste bins for litter control and make the area neat and tidy prior to the re-opening of the road;

 

6.   The organiser is to arrange the dismantling of the temporary signs and barricades, and place the material in a designated area for Council to pick up after the completion of the event;

 

7.   The organiser is responsible for notifying the residents in the area at least one week prior to the event; and

 

8.   Council will arrange notification of the temporary full road closure of Anthony Street in the local newspaper, for a period of at least 28 days prior to the event. 

 

 

 

BACKGROUND

Representation has been received from a resident in Anthony Street, Croydon, requesting the temporary closure of Anthony Street, Croydon, between Croydon Road and Etonville Parade, to conduct an annual Christmas Street party from 4.00pm-9.00pm on Saturday 22 December 2018.

This Christmas street party closure has been held the last few years. The road closure is a category type “Class 3” under the RMS format for special events. Concurrence is only required from the Council and Police and that RMS be only notified of the event.

The above section of Anthony Street is two way Local Road that carries low volumes of traffic. Detouring of traffic can be made via the surrounding streets of Croydon Road/Elizabeth Street and Etonville Parade/Hunt Street. Resident access will be allowed from the Etonville Parade end of the closure - see attached Traffic Control Plan.

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Council will supply material (signs and barricades) to the event organiser. Funds will be provided under Council budget.

 

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

This event is of similar arrangements as in previous years and approved by the Traffic Committee. Police and RMS have raised no objection in the past to the above special event road closure.

 

For this type Class 3 minor event the main conditions of the road closure are:

 

·  Council supplies material (signs and barricades) to the event organiser. The organiser is responsible to erect the signs and barricades according to the Traffic Control Plan (TCP), and arrange the management of the closure with RMS accredited traffic controllers. Council Rangers would be requested to oversee the event to assure that the traffic control arrangements are in order.

 

·  The event only entails the placement of tables and chairs upon the public footway or street, and is assessed as a low risk event to have it requested and covered under Council (Casual Hire) insurance.

 

·  A clear passage of at least 4.0m is provided for emergency vehicle access. (Police condition)

 

·  The organiser is responsible to arrange bins for litter control, and make the area neat and tidy following the re-opening of the road.

 

·  The organiser is responsible to dismantle the signs and barricades and place the                  material in a designated area for Council to pick up after the completion of the event.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

The organiser is responsible for notifying the residents in the area at least one week prior to the event. Council officers will arrange notification of the temporary full road closure of Anthony Street in the local newspaper, for a period of at least 28 days prior to the event.     The proposal was advertised in the local paper on Tuesday 11 September 2018 and no comments have been received to date.

 

CONCLUSION

It is recommended that support be provided for the temporary full road closure of Anthony Street, Croydon, between Croydon Road and Etonville Parade, to conduct an annual Christmas Street Party on Saturday, 22 December 2018, from 4.00pm - 9.00pm. The closure will be subject to relevant conditions as imposed by Council together with any other conditions from the RMS and Police.

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 4

Subject:              James Street, Leichhardt - Christmas Street Party (Road Occupancy) (Leichhardt Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)         

Prepared By:     Felicia Lau - Engineer - Traffic and Parking Services  

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

Council has received an application for approval of a Christmas Street Party in James Street between William Street and Allen Street, Leichhardt to be held on Saturday, 15 December 2018 between 2:00pm and 7:00pm.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.   The temporary road closure of James Street between William Street and Allen Street, Leichhardt on Saturday, 15 December 2018 between 2:00pm and 7:00pm be supported;

2.   A minimum four (4) metre unencumbered passage be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section of James Street, Leichhardt;

3.   The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed;

4.   The applicant notifies all affected businesses, residents and other occupants of the temporary road closure. Any concern raised by business proprietors, residents and other occupants must be resolved or accommodated. The notification shall involve at the minimum an information letterbox drop distributed one week prior to the commencement of the event. The proposed information, distribution area and period must be submitted to Council’s Traffic section for approval two weeks before the event;

5.   The supported Traffic Control Plan (TCP) be implemented at the applicant’s expense;

6.   NSW Fire and Rescue (Leichhardt) be notified of the intended closure by the applicant;

7.   The applicant to provide and erect barricades and signs, in accordance with the current Australian Standard AS1742.3: Traffic Control Devices for Works on Roads. As a minimum the following must be erected at both ends of the road closure area:

a.   Barrier Boards.

b.   Road Closed (T2-4) signs.

c.   Detour (T5-1) signs.

8.   The applicant be advised that Council provides barricades and ‘Road Closed’ signs free or at minimum cost. The applicant is required to arrange delivery by Council at cost, or arrange pickup from and return to Council’s Depot at no cost. Any non-standard signs may be provided at cost;

9.   The areas to be used for the activities must be maintained in a clean and tidy condition to the satisfaction of Council’s Group Manager Roads & Stormwater, or else the applicant will be required to reimburse Council for any extraordinary cleaning costs;

10. The conduct of any activities or use of any equipment required in conjunction with the road occupancy and temporary road closure not results in any ‘offensive noise’ as defined by the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997;

11. A copy of the Council approval be available on site for inspection by relevant authorities;

12. Council reserves the right to cancel the approval at any time;

13. The applicant complies with any reasonable directive from Council Officers and NSW Police; and

14. The applicant be advised of the Committee’s recommendation.

 

 

BACKGROUND

Council has received an application for approval of an annual Christmas street party in James Street between William Street and Allen Street from a resident of James Street, Leichhardt.


The street party is proposed to be held on Saturday, 15 December 2018 between 2:00pm and 7:00pm. The applicant is seeking permission for a temporary full road closure of James Street between William Street and Allen Street.

 

The Traffic Control Plan for the temporary road closure is shown in Attachment 1.

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The street party coordinator will bear all costs associated with the road closure.

 

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

According to the RMS ‘Guide to Traffic and Transport Management for Special Events’ (version 3.4) a small street party is considered as a ‘Class 3’ event.

 

Council encourages properly conducted neighborhood street parties as a means of building community spirit and improving neighborhood security. Fees for road occupancy are waived by Council for small community street parties.

 

Where the following conditions apply, organisers are only required to obtain approval for a street party involving a temporary road closure:

·    The party is to be held outdoors for fewer than 100 people.

·    No temporary structures or jumping castles are to be erected.

·    Participants are to bring their own food and drinks, and food and drinks are not for sale.

·    There will be no performers or amplified music involved.

 

For approved street parties, Council will provide barricades and signs free or at minimum cost. Any non-standard signs may be provided at cost. The street party coordinator will need to arrange delivery by Council at cost, or arrange pickup from and return to Council’s depot at no cost.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

The proposed road closure of James Street, between William Street and Allen Street, Leichhardt has been advertised in the local newspaper for a period of 28 days commencing Tuesday, 11 September 2018.

 

Any responses received will be tabled at the meeting.

 

ATTACHMENTS

1.

Traffic Control Plan

  


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 5

Subject:              Manning Street at Darling Street, Rozelle - Pedestrian and Traffic Improvements LATM (Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)          

Prepared By:     David Yu - Engineer - Traffic and Parking Services  

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

Detailed design plans have been finalised for the proposed pedestrian and traffic improvements in Manning Street, Rozelle as part of the Pedestrian Access and Mobility Plan (PAMP) adopted by the former Leichhardt Council in February 2014.

 

The proposed works includes kerb extension with garden beds, pedestrian ramps with associated signposting and line marking on Manning Street at Darling Street, Rozelle.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT the detailed design plan for the kerb extension with associated garden beds, pedestrian ramps, associated signposting and line marking in Manning Street, Rozelle (as per the attached plan No. 10029) be approved.

 

 

BACKGROUND

At the Traffic Committee meeting held on 6 February 2014, the Final Draft Pedestrian Access and Mobility Plan was supported and subsequently adopted by Council.

 

The intersection of Manning Street and Darling Street was identified in the PAMP as requiring kerb ramps to allow pedestrian access across Manning Street. There is currently no kerb ramp on the northern side of the intersection due to the presence of service pits on the footpath in close proximity to the kerb alignment.

 

The proposed works on Manning Street at Darling Street include road narrowing with a kerb extension with garden beds, pedestrian ramps with associated signposting and line marking.

 

The detailed design plans have been finalised for the proposed works together with community consultation and are presented in this report for consideration.

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Funding of $25,000 has been allocated to this project for construction in the 2018/19 Financial Year.

 

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

This detailed design plan shown in Attachment 1 outlines the proposed works on Manning Street at Darling Street and includes the following treatments:

 

·    Construction of kerb extensions with associated garden beds

·    Relocation of existing speed cushion

·    Construction of new kerb ramps

·    Installation of associated line-marking and signage

 

All current vehicular access to adjoining properties will be retained.

 

There will be no loss of parking spaces associated with the construction of the kerb extensions and associated works.

 

It has been noted that the existing speed cushion would need to be relocated in Manning Street to fit with the new kerb alignment.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

A letter outlining this pedestrian improvement proposal was mailed out to the affected properties (39 properties) in Manning Street, Darling Street and Moodie Street, Rozelle, requesting residents’ views regarding the proposal (as indicated on the below plan). 

 

 

A total of one (1) response was received, in support of the proposal.

 

Residents’ Comments

Officer Comments

A resident in Manning Street commented on their support for proposal to improve pedestrian safety and reduce traffic speed.

Support noted.

 

CONCLUSION

It is recommended that the detailed design plan of the proposed treatments and associated

signs and line markings be approved, to improve pedestrian conditions at the intersection of Manning Street and Darling Street, Rozelle.

 

ATTACHMENTS

1.

Manning Street at Darling Street, Rozelle - Design Plan

  


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 6

Subject:              Wharf Road, Lilyfield - Temporary Road Closure for Balmain Fun Run 2018 (Leichhardt Ward / Balmain Electorate / Leichhardt LAC)         

Prepared By:     Felicia Lau - Engineer - Traffic and Parking Services  

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

Council has received an application for approval of a temporary road closure in Wharf Road, Lilyfield north of Balmain Road on Sunday, 18 November 2018 between 6:30am and 10:30am.

 

The road closure has been requested to facilitate the Balmain Fun Run through Callan Park.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.   The temporary road closure of Wharf Road, Lilyfield north of Balmain Road be supported, subject to the following conditions:

a.       That an unencumbered passage minimum 4.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section of Wharf Road, Lilyfield.

b.      The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.

c.       That the organiser be advised to arrange accredited traffic controllers to manage the road closure.

d.      That the applicant notifies all affected businesses, residents and other occupants of the temporary road closure prior to the event. Any concerns or requirements in relation to the road closure raised by business proprietors, residents and other occupants must be resolved or accommodated. The notification shall involve at the minimum an information letterbox drop distributed one week prior to the commencement of the event. The proposed information, distribution area and period must be submitted to Council’s Traffic section for approval two weeks before the event.

e.       That the supported Traffic Control Plan (TCP) be implemented at the applicant’s expense.

f.       That Fire and Rescue NSW (Leichhardt) be notified of the intended closure by the applicant.

g.      That the applicant provide and erect barricades and signs, in accordance with the current Australian Standard AS1742.3: Traffic Control Devices for Works on Roads. As a minimum the following must be erected at both ends of the road closure area:

I.      Barrier Boards.

II.     ‘Road Closed’ (T2-4) signs.

III.    ‘Detour’ (T5-1) signs.

h.      All traffic controllers must hold RMS certification.

i.        That the areas to be used for the activities must be maintained in a clean and tidy condition to the satisfaction of Council’s Group Manager Roads & Stormwater, or else the applicant will be required to reimburse Council for any extraordinary cleaning costs.

j.        That the conduct of any activities or use of any equipment required in conjunction with the road occupancy and temporary road closure not results in any ‘offensive noise’ as defined by the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997.

k.       Copies of approvals from Council, NSW Police, RMS and the approved Traffic Management Plan must be available on the site for inspection by NSW Police, WorkCover Inspectors, RMS Inspectors, or Council Officers.

l.        Council and RMS must be indemnified against all claims for damage or injury that may result from either the activities or from the occupation of part of the public way during the road closures. The applicant must produce evidence of public risk insurance cover (under which the Council and RMS are indemnified) with a minimum policy value of at least $20,000,000.

m.     That Council reserves the right to cancel the approval at any time.

n.      That the applicant complies with any reasonable directive from Council Officers and NSW Police; and

 

2.   The applicant be advised of the Committee’s recommendation.

 

 

 

BACKGROUND

A request for approval to conduct a temporary road closure for the Balmain Fun Run on Sunday, 18 November 2018 between 6:30am and 10:30am has been received from the organiser of the event, Balmain Public School P&C and Mildren Events.

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The supported Traffic Control Plan (TCP) be implemented at the applicant’s expense.

 

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

This event involves the temporary closure of Wharf Road, north of Balmain Road. It should be noted that only the first 170m of Wharf Road, north of Balmain Road is public road. After this point Wharf Road forms part of Callan Park (under the jurisdiction of the Office of Environment and Heritage).

 

In accordance with the RMS “Guide to Traffic and Transport Management for Special Events”, and based on information supplied by the organiser, the event is classified as a Special Event Class 3.

 

A Traffic Control Plan and Traffic Management Plan are attached.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

The proposed temporary full road closure has been advertised in the local newspaper for a period of 28 days commencing 28 August 2018. No submission was received during this period.

 

All affected businesses, residents and other occupants will be notified of the road closure. The notification will be distributed at least two weeks prior to the commencement of the event. The proposed information, distribution area and distribution period will be reviewed and approved by Inner West Council’s Traffic Section two weeks prior to distribution.

 

 

ATTACHMENTS

1.

Balmain Fun Run 2018 Traffic Management Plan

  


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 7

Subject:              Pidcock Street, Camperdown - Proposed footpath reconstruction and formalisation of existing angled parking – Design Plan 6203 (Stanmore Ward / Newtown Electorate/ Inner West LAC)          

Prepared By:     Jennifer Adams - Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services 

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

A detailed design plan has now been finalised for the proposed footpath reconstruction and formalisation of the existing angled parking improvements in Pidcock Street, Camperdown along its entire length as part of Council’s identified asset improvements program.

 

Consultation was undertaken with owners and occupiers of properties in Pidcock 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 plan be approved.

 

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

That the detailed design plan (Design Plan No.6203) for the proposed footpath reconstruction and formalisation of the existing angled parking improvements in Pidcock Street, Camperdown along its entire length be APPROVED.

 

 

 

BACKGROUND

Council is proposing to construct new footpaths and formalise the existing angled parking using in-road landscape kerb blisters in Pidcock Street, Camperdown to improve access for pedestrians and streetscape. The project was identified during asset inspections in 2013/14 as being in poor condition and was prioritised based on adopted Asset Planning criteria.

 

The street was identified as being in poor condition, in need of footpath reconstruction, greening opportunities and formalisation of the existing angled parking using in-road landscape kerb blisters and line marking. 

 

The design plan has now been finalised for the proposed works and public notification of the works went out for consultation in August 2018. The plan and the results of the consultation are presented in this report for consideration.

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Funding of $190,000 has been allocated in Council’s 2018/19 capital works program for the projects.

 

OFFICER COMMENTS

Site location & road network

 

Pidcock Street is a two-way local residential street, running east-west between Mallet Street and a dead-end. Pidcock Street is approximately 75 metres in length and 12.8 metres in width. At present, a mixture of 90 degree angle and parallel parking time-limit restrictions are in place on both sides of the street (Refer to the attached locality maps).

 

 

 

In 2000, Council installed '1P - 8.30AM-6.00PM Mon-Fri - Permit Holders Excepted - Area M1' parking restrictions on the northern side of Pidcock Street (90 degree angle parking) accommodating 22 parking spaces and on the southern side of the street (parallel to kerb) accommodating 8 parking spaces, including one ‘mobility parking’ space.

 

Existing land use in Pidcock Street includes 19 residential dwellings on the northern side and bowling greens, tennis courts and the Chrissie Cotter Art Gallery on the southern side. Camperdown Primary School is located at the western end of Pidcock Street. The residential dwellings in Pidcock Street have no off-street parking facilities accessed from Pidcock Street however a number have off-street parking facilities accessed off Victory Lane, Camperdown.

 

In 2010 Council installed "1P - 8.30am-10.00pm Mon-Sun 7 Days - Permit Holders Excepted - Area M1" parking restrictions on only the northern side of Pidcock Street, Camperdown.

 

Design plan No. 6203

 

The proposed works include:

 

·    Replace damaged sections of the footpath on both sides of the street and widen a small section of footpath on the southern side of Pidcock Street that intersects at Mallet Street to improve accessibility;

·    Expand the pits around all street trees to create landscaped verge gardens;

·    Re-lay sandstone kerb, provide new concrete gutter, and replace or relocate existing street signs;

·    Resurfacing the road in the vicinity of the works;

·    Provide two in-road landscaped traffic islands to define angled parking zone and improve streetscape;

·    Constructing kerb ramps at the kerb extension locations;

·    Line mark angle parking bays on the northern side of Pidcock Street to maximise parking availability; and

·    Adjust “No Parking” restrictions at the end of the street to provide space for vehicles to turn around.

 

This proposal would result in the loss of three on-street parking spaces. Please refer to the attached plan for more details.

 

 

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

Consultation was conducted between 20 August 2018 and 31 August 20118. A letter as well as a copy of the design plan was sent to the local residents in Pidcock Street, Camperdown. A total of 31 letters were distributed.

 

There were four (4) responses generally supporting the proposed footpath improvement works in Pidcock Street, Camperdown however all objected to the loss of three on-street parking spaces. The results received are detailed below.

 

Residents’ Comments

Officer’s Response

 

A resident of Pidcock Street is supportive of the general upgrading works however opposes the loss of three on-street car parking spaces and having the “No Parking” zone extended.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Parking concerns with the current parking restrictions in Pidcock Street have been raised by the resident. It is stated that it is already extremely difficult to park in Pidcock Street in the evenings (around 6pm) or on weekends. This situation is compounded with visitors often overstaying the allocated time.  So to lose 3 car spaces will increase residents problems not ameliorate them.

 

 

 

The resident proposes that Council do an audit of how many cars are parked in Pidcock Street overnight (about 10) and reserve a zone for “Permit Only” parking for peak times.  Failing this, parking should be reduced to 30 minute parking.

 

 

Improvement of the streetscape and pedestrian safety and accessibility were major considerations during the development of the design plans. The proposal aims to upgrade and extend the footpath in order to accommodate a kerb ramp to improve accessibility and safety for pedestrians in Pidcock Street.

 

The purpose of extending the ‘No Parking’ zone is to provide manoeuvring space at the cul-de-sac end of Pidcock Street for various vehicle types to undertake a safe 3-point-turn at the end of Pidcock Street without being obstructed by parked vehicles. 

 

Council has provided a Residential Permit Parking Scheme in the street since 2000 where eligible properties can apply for up to two permits per household subject to off-street parking availability. The restrictions were put into place to assist residents with parking issues and those with no off-street parking facilities. Residents with valid permits may park their vehicles indefinitely within these ‘M1’ sign posted zones.  Non permit-holders may only park for a one-hour period. 

 

Council commissioned the Parramatta Road Corridor and Camperdown Parking Study which was reported in July 2016. Parking utilisation surveys were undertaken in Pidcock Street. It should be noted that the survey shows that the parking in the street on a weekday varied between 50-85% utilisation and parking during weekends predominantly were between 75-85% utilisation, peaking on Sunday when utilisation was greater than 85%. It is also noted that there was little feedback from the public exhibition from the affected properties in Pidcock Street.

 

A resident of Pidcock Street objects to having the “No Parking” zone extended and has issues with the current parking restrictions at Pidcock Street.

 

The resident is concerned about the loss of 3 parking spaces stating that residents already struggle for resident parking in the street.

 

The resident suggested that it would be great to have total residential parking restrictions in the street only or at least for the weekends and evenings when it is impossible for residents to park their cars due to all the non-local visitors to Acre/Camperdown Commons.

 

 

The purpose of extending the ‘No Parking’ zone is to provide manoeuvring space at the cul-de-sac end of Pidcock Street for various vehicle types to undertake a safe 3-point-turn at the end of Pidcock Street without being obstructed by parked vehicles. 

 

 

 

Council has provided a Residential Permit Parking Scheme in the street since 2000 where eligible properties can apply for up to two permits per household subject to off-street parking availability. The restrictions were put into place to assist residents with parking issues and those with no off-street parking facilities. Residents with valid permits may park their vehicles indefinitely within these ‘M1’ sign posted zones.  Non permit-holders may only park for a one-hour period. 

 

 

A resident of Pidcock Street generally supports the footpath improvement works however objects to the loss of three on-street car parking spaces and the extension to the “No Parking” restrictions.

 

 

 

 

The resident has issues with the current parking restrictions at Pidcock Street stating that residents struggle now with finding parking in Pidcock Street. The resident also states that drivers seem to be able to turn around fairly easily in the street as it is and that parking rear to kerb may increase safety.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The resident states that narrowing the entrance of Pidcock Street in front of No. 42 and 44 will also create issues as currently the larger width enables some cars to turn left while some are stationary waiting to turn right onto Mallet Street.  Having only 6m in width will not work for example when a delivery truck drives in and has to pass a car.

 

 

 

 

The resident states that the T-junction at Pidcock Street and Mallett Street is quite dangerous for multiple reasons:

- pedestrians walk up and down Mallet Street, crossing Pidcock Street without looking and/or as if they had right of way; and

- when drivers leave Pidcock Street wanting to turn right onto Mallet Street, there is very poor visibility to the right, due to cars parked on Mallet Street blocking the vision and suggested that a mirror may enhance visibility.

 

 

 

 

Improvement of the streetscape and pedestrian safety and accessibility were major considerations during the development of the design plans. The proposal aims to upgrade and extend the footpath in order to accommodate a kerb ramp to improve accessibility and safety for pedestrians in Pidcock Street.

 

The purpose of extending the ‘No Parking’ zone is to provide manoeuvring space at the cul-de-sac end of Pidcock Street for various vehicle types to undertake a safe 3-point-turn at the end of Pidcock Street without being obstructed by parked vehicles. 

 

It is noted also that there are a number of unobstructed off-street parking facilities with access from Victory Lane for 13 properties located on the northern side of Pidcock Street.  Rear to kerb parking is typically reserved for areas that have high level of conflict with pedestrians, motorists and cyclists.  Since Pidcock Street is a short street leading to a dead-end, rear to kerb parking is not recommended.

 

A swept path analysis has determined that the proposed 6m carriageway at the street entrance can accommodate 2 delivery trucks entering and leaving Pidcock street simultaneously while keeping in their lanes.  

 

The kerb blisters are proposed to protect parked vehicles at the end of the parking zone, shorten the pedestrian crossing distance and to provide additional landscaping. 

 

Pedestrian safety was a major consideration during the development of the design plans.

Both motorists and pedestrians have a responsibility to exercise due caution at all times when walking across the road and/or entering/exiting a road where pedestrian cross.

Statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions are in place on Mallett Street to aid sightlines for motorists exiting Pidcock Street and the new kerb blister will improve safety for pedestrians.

The kerb blisters are also proposed to protect parked vehicles at the end of the parking zone, shorten the pedestrian crossing distance and to provide additional landscaping. 

 

Council does not install traffic mirrors, as convex mirrors provide a distorted image of on-coming vehicles, possibly leading to misinterpretation by the reliant motorist. Also, at night, the lights from travelling vehicles and other sources, being reflected from these types of mirrors can cause confusion for motorists as to the location of oncoming traffic. This is exacerbated by the unnatural way these convex mirrors reflect images.

 

 

The resident notes that losing 3 parking spots at the end of Pidcock Street would be a major inconvenience for all residents.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The resident also notes that reversing out of nose-to-kerb parking is particularly dangerous, as you are reversing uphill and many pedestrians choose to walk on the street, including with prams, small children and dogs. There have been quite a few near misses and accidents between cars.

The resident notes also that turning right out of Pidcock Street into Mallett Street is incredibly tricky with pedestrians continuously crossing and the last couple of cars parked on Mallett Street blocking out all visibility to the right.

 

Improvement of the streetscape and pedestrian safety and accessibility were major considerations during the development of the design plans. The proposal aims to upgrade and extend the footpath in order to accommodate a kerb ramp to improve accessibility and safety for pedestrians in Pidcock Street.

 

The purpose of extending the ‘No Parking’ zone is to provide manoeuvring space at the cul-de-sac end of Pidcock Street for various vehicle types to undertake a safe 3-point-turn at the end of Pidcock Street without being obstructed by parked vehicles. 

 

Rear to kerb parking is typically reserved for areas that have high level of conflict with pedestrians, motorists and cyclists.  Since Pidcock Street is a short street leading to a dead-end, rear to kerb parking is not recommended.

 

 

The kerb blisters are proposed to protect parked vehicles at the end of the parking zone, shorten the pedestrian crossing distance and to provide additional landscaping. 

 

 

CONCLUSION

It is recommended that the design of the proposed footpath upgrade works and formalisation of the existing angled parking and associated signs and line markings be approved in Pidcock Street, Camperdown to improve pedestrian safety and traffic conditions.

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 8

Subject:              Local Bicycle Route 3 (LR3) - Detailed Design Plans (Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West LAC)        

Prepared By:     Predrag Gudelj - Project Manager

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

SUMMARY

In November 2016, Council approved final concept plan for proposed improvement to Local Route 3 (LR3) bicycle route, identified in Council’s Bicycle Plan. LR3 is located along Livingstone Road, from Randall Street to Marrickville Park. The aim of the proposal is to make LR3 bicycle route safer, 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.

 

It is recommended that the detail design for LR03 to enhance bicycle connectivity to public transport, local shops and other destination be APPROVED, and subsequently, Council submits Traffic Signal Design plans for Marrickville Road intersection to RMS for consideration and approval.

 

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.   The  detailed design plan  (Design  Plan  No  6176)  for  Local  Bicycle Route 3 be APPROVED; and

 

2.   Council submits design plans to the Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) for bicycle upgrades to the signalised intersection of Marrickville Road and Livingstone Road for their consideration and approval.

 

 

BACKGROUND

In February and March 2016, Council invited the community to provide feedback about riding a bike along this route. The feedback received, along with technical assessments of the study area, was used to develop a draft concept plan. The community was then invited to give feedback on the draft concept plan in June and August 2016 and the comments received informed a final concept plan. The final concept plan was then considered and approved by Council in November 2016.

Following approval of the concept plans draft detailed design plans were developed for community engagement. The community was again invited to provide feedback on the plans from 6 August 2018 to 7 September 2018. The feedback received was predominantly positive and, with a few exceptions, only minor adjustments to the plans were requested.

Detailed design plans (excluding traffic signal designs for Marrickville Road/Livingstone Road intersection) are presented in this report for Committee consideration.

 

PROPOSED WORKS

The draft design plans are based on the approved concept plan and proposed works include:

 

·    Provision of a 2m wide bi-directional separated cycleway on the western side of Livingstone Road. The cycleway would be built between the nature strip and the road to provide a dedicated space for people to ride bikes. It would occupy part of the parking lane while retaining most of the existing parking.  The location of the parking and traffic lanes would move toward the eastern side of the road to allow for the cycleway. Traffic lanes in both directions would be retained.

·    Widening sections of footpath to create shared paths

 

Shared paths would be created near the intersections of Livingstone Road at Randall Street Robert Street, Marrickville Road, Enfield Street, George Street and Pile Street. This would provide continuity of the route in places where there isn’t enough space to build a separated cycleway. The width of the shared path is generally 2.5m, although there are some isolated sections which have been reduced along the length to account for existing trees and other constraints. Where site conditions allow, the path width is increased up to 3.3m.

 

·    Installing shared environment intersections

Shared environments would be created at the intersections of Livingstone Road at Marrickville Avenue, Hollands Avenue, Hastings Lane and Hastings Street to improve safety and convenience for people walking and on bikes. At these intersections motorists need to give way to pedestrians and cyclists.

·    Increasing safety outside Kidsville Early Learning Centre

A textured, yellow surface would be installed on the path outside Kidzville near Marrickville Road to warn bike riders that they need to slow down. Signs and pavement markings would reinforce the message for cyclists to reduce speed.

 

·    Improving access and safety on the eastern side of Livingstone Road

 

The grass verge would be lowered in places where it is too high for people to safely and easily park near the kerb.

 

·    Extending kerbs

Kerb extensions would be built at the intersections of Livingstone Road at Robert Street, George Street and Pile Street to reduce the crossing distances for pedestrians and cyclists.

Other proposed features:

·    Street tree replacement and removal trees that are ailing or have been identified by Council for replacement would be removed as part of this proposal. New trees and additional landscaping would be investigated to balance the impact of any trees removed.

·    Bus stops – the location of bus stops will be mostly unaffected however some will be slightly repositioned which is outlined in the table below.

 

 

Location

Comment

Parish of St Nicholas, Livingstone Rd

Relocated closer to intersection of Robert St and realigned to new kerb

Livingstone Rd, opposite Brigid’s Church

Location unaffected, realigned to new kerb

Livingstone Rd at Enfield St

Relocated further from intersection and realigned to new kerb

Livingstone Rd at Pile St

Relocated closer to intersection and realigned to new kerb

Livingstone Rd opposite Pile St

Relocated to be opposite bus stop on other side of the road

 

·    Signs and road marking – would be installed to improve motorists’ awareness of people on bikes and keep pedestrians and bike riders aware of each other on shared paths.

·    Lighting – some sections of lighting will be upgraded on this route to improve safety.

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The concept design and detail design of this project has been funded (75%) by the NSW Government’s Active Transport Program (Priority Cycleways) and (25%) by Council. Council will also be seeking funding from RMS for construction.

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

 

Approximately 350 consultation letters were mailed out on 5 August 2018 to all property owners and occupiers to potentially directly affected residents and stakeholders. Community consultation concluded on 7 September 2018. During the 4 week community consultation period, the draft detail design plans were available for viewing by community members on Council’s website and at two drop-in sessions held at Marrickville Town Hall. Council received 68 submissions of which 49 indicated support, 15 support with changes and 4 submissions objecting proposal.

 

Full details on the outcomes of the Public Engagement can be found in the attached LR3 - summary of feedback from public exhibition report.

 

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

The road characteristics are outlined below.

Road name

Local road

AADT

veh/day

Posted speed limit

Km/h

Road width

Bus route

Heavy traffic (%)

Kerb height

mm

Proposed cycleway treatment

Livingstone Road

yes

12,000 -   18, 500

50

12.8m

Yes

3.7

150-220

Separated cycleway

 

As Livingston Road has high traffic volumes bi -directional separated cycleway treatment has been proposed (refer to Figure 1)


Figure 1: Typical cross-section on Livingstone Road (LR3) with 2.0m bike path and 2.1m parking lanes.

 

Parking close to the kerb on the eastern side

 

The kerb height was identified as a potential risk which might encourage drivers to park far away from the kerb which would decrease the safe buffer zone between parked vehicles and vehicular traffic.

 

An assessment of the kerb heights on eastern side of Livingstone Road (opposite of proposed cycle way) has been undertaken and remedial measures have been identified and discussed below.

 

Given the existing road width of 12.8m and the requirement to maintain 3.2m traffic lane width, parking lane of 2.1m is proposed. AS2890 states that 2.1m parking lane width is within the acceptable range.

 

Assessment of the eastern Livingstone Road kerbline

In modifying the cross-sectional profile of the parking lanes and traffic lanes on Livingstone Road, an assessment of the kerb heights on the eastern side (opposite the proposed cycleway) has been undertaken.

 

The assessment concluded that, whilst kerb heights were generally acceptable, there were situations where an increased kerb height, together with the presence of a rolled grass verge meant that vehicle door opening may be an issue. The rolling of the verge resulted in an elevated section of grass immediately behind the kerb which would potentially compound any kerb height issue. Refer to table below and attached plans for locations.

 

The assessment found that the locations with higher kerbs had kerb heights in the order of 200- 220 mm. This height in itself is not considered an issue for the majority of standard vehicles, but when combined with a rolled verge with an increased level immediately behind the kerb, full door opening could be problematic.

 

The presence of trees immediately adjacent the kerb also created an issue, by either the trunk restricting full door opening, or the tree roots resulting in an elevated grass verge adjacent.

 

Remedial measures

 

Remedial measures have been identified to improve the ability of car doors to open when parked on the eastern side of Livingstone Road. In most situations, re-grading the grass verge was identified as feasible and has been proposed as part of the design plans (refer to attached Design Plans No 6176). This would result in a reduced height behind the kerb and facilitate improved door opening. On some sections where this measure is proposed, existing mature trees would limit the extent of any verge re-grading, but it is considered that these trees cause a similar issue for the current road layout.

 

In one location, immediately south of Hawkhurst Street, the “No Stopping” zone has been extended, resulting in the loss of two car parking spaces. Verge re-grading was considered less feasible at this location as there are a number of mature trees closely spaced. The loss of parking at this location also improves the visibility to and from the adjacent pedestrian refuge where the existing “No Stopping” setbacks are below current standards.

 

Below is summary of the proposed measures to improve the overall accessibility to and from vehicles parked adjacent to the eastern kerbline. The assessment only considers locations where an issue has been identified, at all other locations there is considered to be no issues with car door opening.

 

 

Location

Remedial Measure

Comment

Arthur St to Frances St

Re-grade grass verge to achieve a constant cross fall 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 car parking spaces.

Trees here are tightly spaced so re-grading 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

Re-grade grass verge to achieve a constant cross fall 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

Re-grade grass verge to achieve a constant cross fall 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

 

 

Parking Impact

The proposed route improvements have been carefully considered to minimise/avoid parking impacts where possible, in response to community concerns raised in previous consultation.

 

The draft plans would create some new on-street parking and remove some existing parking spaces. All vehicle access to properties along the route will remain. The following represents the parking impact of the scheme after the kerb height assessment:

The below table indicates that there is now a net loss of 1 parking space across the whole of the proposed project.

 

 

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

0

-     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

 

 

Pedestrian refuge Impacts

 

The detailed design plans propose no amendments to the existing pedestrian refuge islands along Livingstone Road as they are not impacted by the cycleway proposal. However, following feedback from the community and stakeholder engagement process it was found that a proposed kerb extension at the corner of Arthur Street and Livingstone Road could exacerbate a storm water issues at this intersection. Therefore, Council is proposing to amend the existing proposal to alleviate the stormwater flooding issue. To accommodate the required changes a kerb line on north corner of Robert Street and Livingstone Road intersection will be extended into Livingstone Road together with an upgrade of the existing pedestrian refuge island to the current RMS standards. A slight shift of the new island further south-east is proposed. The new proposal will result in a gain of one parking space from the current arrangement. A sketch of the new proposal is shown below:

 

 

 

It is to be noted that residents directly affected by this amendment will be notified about the changes. 

 

Shared environment Intersections

Shared environment intersections (SEI) are proposed along this route at few locations: Marrickville Avenue, Hollands Avenue, Hastings Lane and Hastings Street. This was previously communicated to RMS at concept design stage. The following traffic counts for these intersections were collected previously and the summary is below:

 

 

RMS did not have objections to these SEIs; however RMS advised that two intersections (at Hollands Avenue and Hastings Street) would require a trial of this treatment at those intersections before final approval is issued.

 

Traffic Signal Design

 

As part of the LR03 bike route improvement, traffic signalised intersection between Livingstone Road and Marrickville Road is proposed to be upgraded to improve cyclist and pedestrian safety at the crossing. During the concept design development RMS requested modelling of any changes to the intersections, which potentially could affect traffic flows. Council completed modelling and submitted plans to RMS for approval. RMS accepted the proposed signalized intersection changes in general subject to final RMS approval. Council will be submitting final Traffic Signal design plans to RMS in due course for final approval.

 

CONCLUSION

It is considered that the proposed Livingstone Road Cycleway (LR3) will assist to complete the missing links within the bicycle network for this area. It will also enhance bicycle connectivity to public transport, local destinations and shops and provide a safer cycling environment for those who will use the facility.

Accordingly, it is recommended that the detail design for the Livingstone Road Cycleway (LR3) as per the Design Plan 6176 be approved. Following the completion of Traffic Signal design plan for Marrickville Road/Livingstone Road intersection, a separate report will be prepared and presented to a future Traffic Committee meeting for consideration and approval.

 

ATTACHMENTS

1.

Attachment 1 LR3 - summary of feedback from public exhibition

2.

Attachment 2 LR3 Consultation Plans

3.

Attachment 3 LR3 Signage and Line Markings Plan

  


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

 

LOCAL ROUTE 3 (RANDALL STREET TO MARRICKVILLE PARK) DRAFT DETAILED PLAN:  CONSULTATION SUMMARY

 

The Local Route 3 (LR3) draft detailed plan was placed on public exhibition from 06 August to 07 September 2018. Following public exhibition, issues raised in submissions were considered, and where feasible have informed modifications to the proposal.

Issues raised in submissions from community members and other stakeholders, are outlined in this report, along with a Council officer response.

 

PUBLIC EXHIBITION OF THE DRAFT DETAILED PLAN

 


During the public exhibition period:

 

·    Approximately 350 letters were sent to residents, businesses and property owners along the proposed route

·    Public exhibition of the draft detailed plan was advertised to the wider community on Council’s website and via Council’s social media

·    Information about the proposal was accessed 443 times from Council’s website

·    68 community submissions were received by Council

 

94% of all respondents stated “support” (72%) or “support with changes” (22%) for the proposal. 6% of respondents stated they did “not support” the proposal

 

Of the 68 submissions received, 25 (37% of all submissions) were from residents in Marrickville. Of these, 84% indicated either “support” (56%) or “support with changes” (28%) for the draft detailed plan. 16% of respondents from the local area indicated they did “not support” the changes.

 

Do you support the LR3 draft concept plan?

 


 

ISSUES RAISED IN COMMUNITY SUBMISSIONS DURING PUBLIC EXHIBITION

 

94% of submissions by community members during the public exhibition period indicated support for the draft concept plan. The issues most frequently raised in submissions by community members were:

 

·    Other more quieter routes should be considered

·    More separated bicycle paths should be provided – remove shared path sections

·    The proposed shared paths will be unsafe for pedestrians

·    Cycleway needs to be designed to give priority to cyclist at side streets intersections 

·    Loss of parking along Livingstone Road

 

Issues raised in public exhibition submissions, and a Council officer response, have been tabled in the following pages to accompany the revised concept plan, for review by Council’s Local Traffic Committee and decision by Council on whether to approve the proposal.


 

 

 

COMMUNITY FEEDBACK RECEIVED DURING PUBLIC EXHIBITION

Topic

Community comments

Council officer response

Route options

 

 

 

Proposal fails to address the fundamental flaw that the road will be too narrow as a result of the changes and will gridlock at school drop off and pick up times.  The route to Marrickville Park to link with the regional route should use Wardell Road which has no buses, only one school and is an existing route.

LR03 Route was nominated in Marrickville Bicycle Strategy as one of the main north-south Local Routes. The route aims to encourage more people to travel by bicycle for short trips to local destinations (such as parks, schools, shops and train stations). This route was designed in line with Council’s Marrickville Bicycle Strategy principles. The proposed improvements are intended not only for those already riding, but also for new riders of all ages and abilities. Council’s Marrickville Bicycle Strategy acknowledges that in instances confident or experienced riders will prefer the use of current infrastructure.

The proposed route would not preclude the use of other local street options by riders as desired. Marrickville Bicycle Strategy proposes Wardell Road to be used for designated Regional route. Wardell Road would offer a circuitous route to Marrickville station and Marrickville south that would not encourage trips to be taken by bike given the detour and time delays involved.

It is considered that there is already some form of gridlock at school drop off and pick up times and that the design will have a negligible impact on this.  The design does not alter the lane configurations, but does reduce the traffic lane width.  Parking lane and traffic lane widths are compliant, and should allow for drop off and pick up without impacting through traffic movements.

Council acknowledges that fitting new cycleways within current infrastructure is challenging task. While every effort was made to minimise impacts to the current users, a minor compromise had to be made to have the proposal designed in accordance with minimum standards’ requirements.

It was considered that the benefits for the community would significantly prevail over the minor compromise other users had to make to fit the separated cycleway.  

 

 

This is an important connecting route for school students and many others.

Noted. The proposed route would connect to a number of local destinations along the route, including train stations, parks, schools and local shops.

 

The cycle route planning needs to be integrated with other local traffic management.

Noted. Subject to available funding and proposed timeframes the construction of the cycleway will include other proposed traffic management facilities where possible.

 

Needs to extend to Albemarle street to link up with the existing route through to Dulwich Hill, especially now since the metro cycleway has been dropped

The proposal does not remove current link to Albemarle Street route. Council will continue working with state government agencies to pursue link through Randall St and along light line corridor which would provide safer and better cycleway.

Council is currently finalising plans for a route between Dulwich Hill and Marrickville stations that will connect the Livingstone Road bike path at Randall Street/Jersey Street to local shops and train stations.

 

 

Please extend this to at least Marrickville West Public School so local kids can ride there safely.

Proposed routes connecting to Marrickville West PS are identified in Council’s Bike Plan and may be considered at a later stage. It is also to be noted that road rules state that children under the age of 16 years can ride on the footpath unless there is a NO BICYCLES sign.

Route design and treatments

 

 

 

In front of 181 Livingstone Road there are currently 2 ample parking spaces. The Driveway entrance shared with 183 is too wide on the side of 181 Livingstone Road. Please adjust the plans to reflect the actual dimensions of the driveway

 

Noted. The final detailed plans will be amended to reflect the correct dimensions. 

 

The plan should also consider Bike parking racks near the corner of Marrickville and Livingstone Road as well in front of Casimir to encourage more kids to ride their bikes to school.

Noted. Opportunities for bike parking will be considered before finalising the detailed plans.

 

The design should support the road rule by continuing the cycleway and footpath across the side streets entrances.

This intersection arrangement is crucial to level of use & safety of the proposed cycleway.

Need to make sure there is space for 2 bikes going in opposite directions to get around behind a large car camped on the shared environment entry to Livingstone Rd.

People on bikes and people walking need to have greater priority when passing side streets.

The proposal exercised design in accordance with design criteria set out for such treatments, road rules and current standards. Wherever possible, the proposal includes “Shared Environment’ intersection treatment to give priority to cyclists and pedestrians. Shared environment intersections will improve pedestrian and bike rider safety and amenity. This treatment was not proposed due to the constraints which could not be eliminated, at locations where traffic volumes are higher than the design criteria and do not meet RMS criteria for such treatments. Alternative treatments have been provided and pedestrian and cycleway crossing distance was reduced to its maximum. All road users are expected to exercise courtesy and give way to other users as required.

 

The treatments feature raised thresholds to reduce vehicle speeds; and a distinctive pavement and signage to signify changed conditions and warn motorists of pedestrian and bicycle movements across the side streets.

Appropriate markings and signage will be used to increase awareness for motorists when crossing the shared environment intersections.

 

 

Shared paths will be great for the young and inexperienced riders. Those that are using the bike as a primary mode of transport will likely take the road instead of shared spaces.

 

I have some concerns about the safety of pedestrians and cyclists in the shared path areas. Consideration should be given to how this shared area can be made wider?

Shared paths should not be a part of the proposal. They create conflict between pedestrians and cyclists.

Shared pathways are extremely dangerous for visually impaired people.

Excessively wide road lanes near major intersections (eg Marrickville Rd) to be narrowed to widen the shared path, also at Marrickville Park;

The proposed bike path seems to change from dedicated bike path, to shared path a lot. This could cause a significant disincentive for cyclists to use the path because it will be significantly slower than the road.

Shared spaces don’t work well with pedestrians mostly on their phones and not aware of their surroundings.

 

The road width and presence of bus stops, combined with the need to maintain parking and trees as much as possible, mean that shared paths are required in some locations. The use of these has been minimised and they are proposed only where alternatives are not feasible without significant traffic or parking impacts or would deter less experienced bicycle riders from using the route. The current proposal aims to encourage more people to travel by bicycle for short trips by catering for riders of all ages and abilities, particularly more vulnerable, inexperienced and less confident riders. In such situation, the shared path is preferred as it would contribute to a continuous off-road link. A mixed traffic option would less adequately cater for vulnerable or inexperienced riders.

The approaches to Marrickville Road include 2 traffic lanes to accommodate for the turning movements.  It is not possible to reduce these without significantly impacting intersection operation.

Appropriate shared path markings and signage would be used to increase awareness for bike riders and pedestrians when sharing the path.

Widening of the footpath to sufficient width to accommodate pedestrians and bike riders would require extensive removal of street trees along most sections of Livingstone Road and reduce pedestrian amenity on the path. Shared paths are proposed only where sufficient widening of the path can be achieved without significant impacts to existing street trees.

Bicycle riders have the same rights and responsibilities on the road as other road users in NSW, therefore more experienced and confident riders are able to join the current mixed traffic where in accordance to these rules. 

 

 

Bi-directional paths are dangerous and should be avoided. Better solution - single direction on either side along traffic flow.

Separated cycle paths I would think would be the single biggest encouragement to get more people cycling than anything else.

Separated cycleways are great to encourage more people to take up sustainable transport and protect the most vulnerable road users.

I applaud council for building a separated cycleway.

Bi-directional separated cycle paths are the accepted treatment based on safety.

Providing separated bike infrastructure on Livingstone Road is consistent with RMS guidelines, given existing traffic volumes.

Consistent with Council’s Marrickville Bicycle Strategy, the proposed improvements are intended not only for those already riding, but also for new riders of all ages and abilities. The route aims to encourage more people to travel by bicycle for short trips to local destinations (such as parks, schools, shops and train stations). Council’s Marrickville Bicycle Strategy acknowledges that in instances confident or experienced riders will prefer to use current infrastructure.

 

 

It would be good if some of the areas around the bus stops and driveways had better defined markings to indicate where the bicycles should be going.

Noted. Bus stops are marked in accordance with the City of Sydney Shared Pathway Markings Guide.

A distinctive pavement and signage to signify changed conditions and warn motorists of pedestrian and bicycle movements across the driveways is used.

Motorists entering/exiting driveways are required to give way to bike riders when crossing the bike path just as they are required to give way to pedestrians when crossing the footpath and to vehicles when entering the roadway.

 

Remove reference to signage within Marrickville Park

Noted. The final plans will be amended to address the excessive signage. 

 

Refuges across the road to be wider to safely accommodate families riding;

Current infrastructure is proposed to be upgraded wherever possible to cater for the new proposed cycleway. Infrastructure upgrade is not proposed at the locations with current road configuration limitations.

Where not impacted by the design, existing refuges are retained. 

Once the cycleway is constructed, Council will monitor the operation of the cycleway to confirm the new infrastructure configuration adequacy.

 

Install major signage to reinforce that it is active transport priority.

Noted. Regulatory and direction signage is to be installed as per the design guidance.  

 

Maximize width of cycleway where possible to allow for wider bikes (cargo bikes/trikes etc) that are becoming more prevalent.

The 2.0m width is significantly below the minimum standard. It is appreciated that due to the bus route and the road's role and width between kerb means the space generally available is limited.  However there is some scope to widen the separated cycleway at approaches to some intersections and bend-out, in between some driveways to allow cyclists to pass each other more comfortably. 

Overall road width is limited, the cycleway has been provided at the maximum width possible in consideration of the site constraints.  The proposed bike path is consistent with RMS guidelines for two-way bike paths and allows two bike riders to safely pass one another. While a wider bike path would be more attractive for bike riders, it would require the removal of a parking lane and would not have the support of the local community. The proposed 2.0m wide bike path is wide enough to accommodate standard bicycles and most cargo bikes. Widening of the footpath would require extensive removal of street trees along most sections of Livingstone Road and reduce community and pedestrian amenity on the path. Also, it would require relocation of power poles, which would significantly increase cost of the project with limited budget.

Pedestrians

 

 

 

I think it is too dangerous opposite a school with kids around to have this cycleway.

The cycleway is located on the opposite side of two schools located on Livingstone Road. The proposal was designed in accordance to the current standards. The proposed bike path is consistent with RMS guidelines for two-way bike paths. It is to be noted that the proposal is not different to any other cycleway proposal in Sydney. 

It is suggested that the school undertake education of students and parents in relation to the cycleway.

It is considered that the provision of a cycle facility adjacent to a school provides safe cycling opportunities for students. 

Appropriate bike path markings and signage will be used to increase awareness for bike riders and pedestrians when using/crossing the path.

Residential amenity/safety

 

 

 

Proposal will improve cycling infrastructure around this area.

More work needed around DH - Marrickville - Sydenham as safe cycling is very patchy still.

Council has committed to encouraging bicycle riding and improving bicycle paths and networks.

Council’s Bike Plan sets out a network of proposed routes to provide improved links to local destinations including shops, schools, parks and train stations. The Bike Plan identifies a number of routes that will link with the Livingstone Road bike path such as LR16, LR18 and RR02.

 

This project is an excellent step towards improving the safety and appeal of healthy transport options in the Inner West, especially for children and less confident riders.

Noted. Council has committed to encouraging bicycle riding and improving bicycle paths and networks.

 

Very supportive of this. It would encourage me and others in Petersham to cycle to Marrickville instead of to Newtown

Noted. Council has committed to encouraging bicycle riding and improving bicycle paths and networks.

 

Streetscape /

Trees

 

 

 

Consideration should be used to improve streetscape/trees for existing residences

New landscaping and potential locations for tree plantings are proposed at numerous locations along Livingstone Road route. New landscaped areas are proposed at the following integrations with Livingstone Road – Randall Street, Marrickville Avenue, Hollands avenue, Robert St, Arthur Street, Hastings Lane, Hastings Street, Enfield Street, Georges Street, Pile Street and Marrickville Park. 

Parking

 

 

 

Consideration should be used to improve parking for existing residence impacted by all the approved high rise multiple residual developments

Parking will be on demand due to new residential towers which will flood our streets with hundreds of cars.

Parking is a serious issue with multi residential developments being approved. 

Parking will be impacted on side streets

 

Increase the width of proposed angle parking bays.

The concept plan has been amended in response to community concerns to reduce proposed parking impacts on Livingstone Road.  The final concept plan proposes an overall loss of 1 on-street parking spaces. Where removal of parking is proposed, new opportunities for parking have been identified nearby where feasible.

In addition, angled parking on Pile Street was recently installed by Council as a separate project which created approximately 20 new parking spaces on the northern side of Pile Street.

Council will be investigating opportunities to increase angle parking width from 2.5m to 2.7m.

 

There is fierce competition for car spaces and there will be loss of 3 parking spots on small stretch of Livingstone Rd between George St and Pile St.

There aren't enough car spots on Livingstone Rd, George St and Pile St for current residents and council continues to allow developments (see George St development) and there will only be increased demand for parking spots, as future developments are approved.

It is not realistic to think that future parking issues can be solved by getting residents to ride bicycles because no one who drives will give up their car for a bicycle. They are not practical in the rain, for carting shopping or for the elderly and the majority of residents don't have bikes that they use regularly.

The Leichardt cycle model uses quite residential streets that this doesn't pose a danger to cyclists or drivers and therefore if the buke route is to go ahead a quieter residential street should be used instead.

The actual number of new bike riders in numerical terms is very low and does not justify the cost and inconvenience.

The concept plan has been amended in response to community concerns to reduce proposed parking impacts on Livingstone Road.  The final concept plan proposes an overall loss of 1 on-street parking spaces. Where removal of parking is proposed, new opportunities for parking have been identified nearby where feasible.

Council acknowledges loss of 3 spots in front of No.113 Livingstone Road. To accommodate for parking loss in this section (between George St and Pile St) Council has recently introduced angle parking in Pile Street near Livingstone Road intersection which created approximately 20 additional parking spots. 

Alternative options have been considered. Routes using low-volume side streets nearby would be circuitous given the irregular and indirect layout of the side streets.

As routes become more connected and continuous, ease of travel by bike will improve and more local trips by bike become possible.

The NSW Government policy Sydney’s Cycling Future states that 70% of people in NSW would ride more if bike riding was made safer for them, and that more than half of residents in inner Sydney would ride a bike to work at least once a week if they could use a bike path that is separated from motor vehicles.

This is supported by evidence where other bike paths have been constructed in Sydney. For example, the number of bike riders on Carrington Road increased by nearly 50% in the first year following construction of the separated bike path in 2014. George Street, Redfern has seen the number of bike riders grow 400% since a separated bike path was installed; on Bowden Street Alexandria there has been a 250% growth in the number of bike riders in the last five years.

 

The angle parking in side streets must be rear to kerb.

Noted. This will be considered and specified on the final detailed plans.

Traffic

 

 

 

Traffic calm to reduce speed along Livingstone Rd to make up for changing pedestrian facilities.   Include landscaping.

It is considered that the reduction in traffic lane width will have a traffic calming impact on Livingstone Road.  Installation of the new separated cycleway along Livingstone Road would naturally slow traffic down by narrowing the traffic lane to 3.2m. This will be enhanced at the location of the current pedestrian refuges and kerb extensions. Additional landscaping will be provided where feasible, e.g. within proposed kerb extensions.   

 

Consideration needs to be given to minimising traffic in Pile St to make the intersection workable. Currently traffic at peak hours is pretty constant with people using it to avoid lights at Fraser St so in the mornings traffic bequest to turn left into Livingstone Road which will create a difficulty for cyclists to navigate

 

Council was proposing to install traffic management facilities in Pile Street to assist with management of traffic in this street. Unfortunately, Council was unsuccessful in receiving funding for it. Council will continue requesting funding support to undertake this project in the upcoming years.

Road rules

 

 

 

The government and/or council legislate that bicycles must use the dedicated bike paths/ bike lanes where they are provided.

NSW road rules states: “Bicycle riders must use a bicycle lane where one is available.‘ and ‘Where there is a marked bicycle lane in their direction, bicycle riders must use the lane - unless it is impracticable to do so.’ 

 

Inner West Council to fund bike safety programs in the local Primary Schools in proximity to the bike paths.

Council and the NSW Government continue to take part in education campaigns for all road users including bike riders.

Other

 

 

 

Some enforcement presence for the first few months.

Council aims to send this request to police once the cycleway is built.

 

 

 

 


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Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 9

Subject:              Temporary Road Closure to carryout sewer works on Applebee Street, St Peters (Marrickville Ward/ Heffron Electorate/ Newtown LAC)           

Prepared By:     Manod Wickramasinghe - Coordinator – Traffic and Parking Services and Helal (Henry) Uddin - Assistant Engineer  

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

SUMMARY

An application has been received from GJ Building and Contracting for the temporary full road closure of Applebee Street (between Lackey Street and Hutchinson Street), St Peters periodically between 6:00pm to 11:00pm from Hutchinson Street to Short Street and/or

7:00am to 5:00pm from Short Street to Lackey Street from 29/10/2018 till 16/11/2018, with a further 4 weeks contingency thereafter, in order to carryout sewer works on Applebee Street, St Peters. It is recommended that the proposed temporary road closure be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in this report.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT the proposed  temporary full road closure of Applebee Street (between Lackey Street and Hutchinson Street) St Peters periodically between 6:00pm to 11:00pm from Hutchinson Street to Short Street and/or 7:00am to 5:00pm from Short Street to Lackey Street from 29/10/2018 till 16/11/2018, with a further 4 weeks contingency thereafter, in order to carryout sewer works on Applebee Street, St Peters, subject to the following conditions:

 

a.   A fee of $1,578.50 for the temporary full road closure is payable by the applicant in accordance with Council’s Fees and Charges;

b.   The temporary full road closure be advertised in the local newspaper starting on 25 September 2018 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 Controllers certification number attached to the plan, not less than 5 days prior to implementation of closure;

e.   A Road Occupancy License be obtained by the applicant from the Roads and Maritime Services’ Transport Management Centre;

f.    Notice of the proposed closure be forwarded by the applicant to the NSW Police, the NSW Fire Brigades and the NSW Ambulance Services;

g.   Notification signs advising of the proposed road closures and new traffic arrangements to be strategically installed and maintained by the applicant at each end of the street at least 7 days prior to the closure;

h.   All affected residents and businesses shall be notified in writing, by the applicant, of the proposed temporary road closure at least 7 days in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for residents;

i.    Vehicular and pedestrian access for residents and businesses to their off-street car parking spaces be maintained where possible whilst site works are in progress;

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, 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.   The holder of this approval shall indemnify the Council against all claims, damages and costs incurred by, or charges made against, the Council in respect to death or injury to any person or damage in any way arising out of this approval. In this regard, a public liability insurance policy for an amount not less than $20,000,000 for any one occurrence is to be obtained and is to note the Council as an interested party. The holder of this approval shall inform its insurer of the terms of this condition and submit a copy of the insurance policy to the Council prior to commencement of the work the subject of this approval;

l.    The operator of any unit exercising this approval shall have this approval with them and produce it if required along with any other relevant authority approvals granted in the connection with the work;

m.  Mobile cranes, cherry packers or concrete boom pumps shall not stand within the public way for extended periods when not in operation under this approval;

n.   The operation of the mobile crane shall not give rise to an "offensive noise" as defined in the Protection of Environment Operations Act, 1997. Furthermore, vibrations and/or emission of gases that are created during its operations and which are a nuisance, or dangerous to public health are not permitted;

o.   All work is to be carried out in accordance with Work Cover requirements; and

p.   The costs to repair damages, as a result of these works, to Council's footway and roadway areas will be borne by the applicant.

 

 

BACKGROUND

An application has been received from GJ Building and Contracting for the temporary full road closure of Applebee Street (between Lackey Street and Hutchinson Street) St Peters periodically between (6:00pm to 11:00pm) from Hutchinson Street to Short Street and/or

(7:00am to 5:00pm) from Short Street to Lackey Street from 29/10/2018 till 16/11/2018, with a further 4 weeks contingency, in order to carryout sewer works on Applebee Street, St Peters.

 

Please note that the temporary full road closure of Applebee Street was previously approved from 30/7/2018 till 16/8/2018 with a further two weeks of contingency from 17/8/2018 till 31/8/2018, this period has now lapsed and a new contractor has been engaged to carry out the works.

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Under Council’s Fees & Charges, the applicant is to pay a fee of $1,578.50 for the temporary full road closure. This fee includes advertising the proposal in accordance with the Roads Act 1993.

 

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

 

Traffic Control Plan submitted by the applicant – Applebee Street, St Peters

 

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

The applicant is to notify all affected residents and businesses on 25 September 2018. The proposed road closure is to be advertised in the local newspaper in accordance with the Roads Act 1993.

 

CONCLUSION

It is recommended that the proposed temporary road closures be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in this report.

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 10

Subject:              Temporary road closure to carry out sewer works - North Street, Balmain (Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)         

Prepared By:     Manod Wickramasinghe - Coordinator – Traffic and Parking Services   

 

SUMMARY

An application has been received from Ozzy States Pty Ltd for the temporary full road closure of North Street (between Cardwell Street and Darling Street), Balmain between 7am and 5pm, Thursday, 25 October to Saturday, 24 November 2018 (approx. 4 weeks total, including 2 weeks of contingency) in order to carryout sewer works on North Street, Balmain. It is recommended that the proposed temporary road closure be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in this report.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT the proposed  temporary full road closure of North Street (between Cardwell Street and Darling Street), Balmain between 7am and 5pm, Thursday, 25 October to Saturday, 24 November 2018 (approx. 4 weeks total, including 2 weeks of contingency)  be approved, in order to carryout sewer works on North Street, Balmain, subject to the following conditions:

 

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

b.      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 Controllers certification number attached to the plan, not less than 5 days prior to implementation of closure;

c.       A Road Occupancy License be obtained by the applicant from the Transport Management Centre;

d.      Notice of the proposed closure be forwarded by the applicant to the NSW Police, Fire and Rescue NSW and the NSW Ambulance Services;

e.       Notification signs advising of the proposed road closures and new traffic arrangements to be strategically installed and maintained by the applicant at each end of the street at least 7 days prior to the closure;

f.       All affected residents and businesses shall be notified in writing, by the applicant, of the proposed temporary road closure at least 28 days in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for residents;

g.      Vehicular and pedestrian access for residents and businesses to their off-street car parking spaces be maintained where possible whilst site works are in progress;

h.      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, 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;

i.        The holder of this approval shall indemnify the Council against all claims, damages and costs incurred by, or charges made against, the Council in respect to death or injury to any person or damage in any way arising out of this approval. In this regard, a public liability insurance policy for an amount not less than $20,000,000 for any one occurrence is to be obtained and is to note the Council as an interested party. The holder of this approval shall inform its insurer of the terms of this condition and submit a copy of the insurance policy to the Council prior to commencement of the work the subject of this approval;

j.        The operator of any unit exercising this approval shall have this approval with them and produce it if required along with any other relevant authority approvals granted in the connection with the work;

k.       Mobile cranes, cherry pickers or concrete boom pumps shall not stand within the public way for extended periods when not in operation under this approval;

l.        The operation of the mobile crane shall not give rise to an "offensive noise" as defined in the Protection of Environment Operations Act, 1997. Furthermore, vibrations and/or emission of gases that are created during its operations and which are a nuisance, or dangerous to public health are not permitted;

m.     All work is to be carried out in accordance with Work Cover requirements; and

n.      The costs to repair damages, as a result of these works, to Council's footway and roadway areas will be borne by the applicant.

 

 

BACKGROUND

An application has been received from Ozzy States Pty Ltd for the temporary full road closure of North Street (between Cardwell Street and Darling Street), Balmain between 7am - 5pm, Thursday, 25 October to Saturday, 24 November 2018 (approx. 4 weeks total, including 2 weeks of contingency) in order to carryout sewer works on North Street, Balmain.

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Under Council’s Fees & Charges, the applicant is to pay a fee of $1,540.00 for the temporary full road closure. This fee includes advertising the proposal in accordance with the Roads Act 1993.

 

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

The Traffic Control Plan submitted by the applicant is shown below:

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

The applicant is to notify all affected residents and businesses in writing at least 28 days prior to the commencement of works.

 


The proposed road closure has been advertised in the local newspaper in accordance with the Roads Act 1993.

 

CONCLUSION

It is recommended that the proposed temporary road closures be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in this report.

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.  


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 11

Subject:              Fitzroy Street, Marrickville - Proposed  Permit Parking (Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West LAC)         

Prepared By:     Mary Bailey - Parking Planner  

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

Fitzroy Street between Edinburgh Road and Smith Street contains a section of residential dwellings that are surrounded by a busy light industrial business area. Council has received recent representations from residents in Fitzroy Street, Marrickville regarding difficulty finding parking due to parking by businesses in the area, reducing parking opportunities for residents. There have also been historical issues reported regarding friction between the parking demands for residents and businesses in the area. Council is proposing to implement permit parking in the section of Fitzroy Street where there are residential dwellings.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.   ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-6:30pm Monday to Friday Area M19’’ in Fitzroy Street (western side) between Smith Street and Edinburgh Road, Marrickville;  and

 

2.   Statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ in Fitzroy Street (western side) at Smith Street, Marrickville; be approved.

 

 

 

BACKGROUND

The subject section of Fitzroy Street (between Edinburgh Road and Smith Street) contains residential dwellings and is significantly impacted by business related parking associated with a number of nearby businesses. Residents have made numerous complaints to Council regarding the impact of business related parking on the availability of parking for residents.

 

The majority of residences in the subject section of Fitzroy Street do not have access to any off-street parking at the front of the residence nor is there rear lane access.

 

In order to address the parking concerns of residents, Council is proposing permit parking restrictions 2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-6:30pm Monday to Friday Area M19’’ as illustrated in Figure 1 below.

 

The permit parking is proposed for one side of the street only, thereby providing a balance of parking for residents, visitors and business users.

 

Parking occupancy surveys were carried out on Wednesday 25 July 2018 and Thursday 26 July 2018. The threshold for the consideration of permit parking is 85% occupancy consistently across the hours of the proposed restrictions. The parking occupancy surveys indicated that on both days occupancy was high and there was sufficient parking demand across the period of the survey to consider permit parking. Parking occupancy is detailed in Figure 2 below.

 

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The costs of the supply and installation of the signage can be funded from Council’s signs and line markings budget.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

Council’s guidelines in relation to permit parking state that, “There should be a response rate of 30% of surveys sent out with 65% respondents supporting the proposal.”

 

Letters were sent to the residents and owners of the subject section of Fitzroy Street as well as nearby areas in Smith Street and Edinburgh. No responses were received from residents of Smith Street and Edinburgh Road. A total of fourteen (14) residences were canvassed in Fitzroy Street.

 

There were four (5) responses in total representing 35% response rate (exceeding the required 30% to support consideration). Of the 5 responses, four (4) supported the proposal and one (1) objected, representing a 80% support rate, which exceeds the required 65% support rate.

 

 

Respondents

Residents’ feedback

Officer Comments

Support (4)

Residents express support for the proposal due to  lack of parking near their homes as a result of business related parking during the hours of the proposed restrictions as well as long stay parking by commercial vehicles

The proposal will address residents need for increased parking opportunities near their homes and reduce the reported long stay parking by commercial vehicles

Object (1)

One resident was concerned that there would not be sufficient parking for visitors to their home

The proposal is for permit parking on one side of the street only and all parking in surrounding areas is unrestricted thereby allowing for a balance of uses by residents, visitors, and business related parking. Furthermore, visitor parking permits will also be available (at a cost) for extended stays within the permit parking zone by visitors.

 

CONCLUSION

Given the history of complaints from residents, and the high demand for parking as indicated by the parking occupancy surveys it is recommended that the proposal for permit parking be supported.

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 12

Subject:              Cowper Street, Marrickivlle  - proposed 10m 'No Stopping' (Stanmore Ward/ Newtown Electorate/ Inner West LAC)          

Prepared By:     Mary Bailey - Parking Planner  

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

Following community representation, Council is proposing to implement ‘No Stopping’ in Cowper Street to improve vehicle and pedestrian safety and access at the intersection. Due to the placement of a service pit, the kerb ramp is offset from the intersection and reportedly vehicles park too close to the intersection obstructing pedestrian access via the kerb ramp as well as creating access and safety issues for vehicles turning left and right from Enmore Road into Cowper Street. Following consultation with affected residents, there have been no objections received to the proposal.

 

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

That the installation of 10m ‘No Stopping’ restrictions in Cowper Street (northern side) at Enmore Road be approved.

 

 

BACKGROUND

Concerns have been raised to Council regarding vehicles parking too close to the intersection of Cowper Street and Enmore Road, Marrickville. The illegal parking behaviour obstructs sight lines as well as obstructing pedestrian access across the kerb ramp in Cowper Street at Enmore Road. See Figure 1.

 

Council is proposing to implement ‘No Stopping’ in Cowper Street at Enmore Road to improve vehicle and pedestrian safety and access at the intersection.

 

Cowper Street is a 5.5m wide kerb-to-kerb and is a ‘One Way’ street running east to west between Enmore Road and Perry Street. There is unrestricted parking on the northern side and ‘No Parking’ along the length of the southern side.

 

On Cowper Street at its intersection with Enmore Road there is a service pit which necessitates the kerb ramp to be offset from the intersection as shown in Figure 1. Concerns have been expressed that vehicles parking too close to the intersection obstruct the passage of pedestrians via the kerb ramp. Given the narrowness of Cowper Street, in order to allow for turning movements of vehicles (either left or right turns) it is proposed that a 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone on the northern side would improve safety and access for vehicles including service and emergency vehicles. The conditions and proposed restrictions are illustrated below in Figure 1 and 2.

 

Figure 1: Graphic illustration of proposed restrictions (showing location of kerb ramp)

 

 

Figure 2: Proposed restrictions in Cowper Street, Enmore

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The cost of the supply and installation of the signage will be funded from Council’s signs and line markings budget.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

On 28 August nineteen (19) letters were sent to affected properties as illustrated in Figure 3 below. Submissions closed at 5pm on Wednesday 12 September 2018.

 

There were no submissions received. The proponent did contact Council and express satisfaction that Council is considering this proposal.

 

Figure 3: Highlighted properties consulted on the proposal

 

CONCLUSION

Given the narrowness of the street and the reported obstruction of the pedestrians using the kerb ramp, the proposal to implement a 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone will improve safety and access for pedestrians and vehicles at the intersection.

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 13

Subject:              Victoria Road, Marrickville - Proposed 1P restrictions (Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West LAC)         

Prepared By:     Mary Bailey - Parking Planner  

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

Following representations from small business owners in Victoria Road, Marrickville; Council is proposing to implement a 13m section of “1P 9am to 3:30pm Monday to Friday’. The restrictions are proposed for the section of roadway directly outside the Marrickville Liquor Centre and in close proximity to a number of other small businesses in this section of Victoria Road. Small business owners have supported the proposal as a means to create parking turnover.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

That conversion of a 12m section of ‘No Parking 3:30pm-7pm Monday to Friday’ to ‘1P 9am-3:30pm Monday to Friday’ outside property Nos. 284A-286 Victoria Road, Marrickville be approved.

 

 

BACKGROUND

Council is proposing to convert a section of unrestricted parking in Victoria Road to 1P parking restriction (See Figure 1 for an illustration of the proposal and existing conditions in the subject section of Victoria Road).

 

The section of Victoria Road between Sydenham Road and Marrickville Road is a regional road which has clearway restrictions. Outside the ‘No Parking’ restrictions 7am-9am Monday to Friday’ (western side) and ‘No Parking 3:30pm-7pm Monday to Friday’ (eastern side) parking remains unrestricted on both sides (with the exception adjacent to business premises near Marrickville Road).

 

Council has received representations that there is insufficient turnover of parking to facilitate the small businesses in the area. A number of small businesses owners in the area have sought consideration from Council for short term parking to allow for more parking turnover for their businesses.

 

The proposal for ‘1P 9am-3:30pm’ will provide some turnover for a number of small businesses in the middle section of Victoria Road. The proposal does not have any significant impact on residential parking in the area as it is located directly outside a business.

 

Figure 1 – Proposed 1P parking restrictions

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The cost of the supply and installation of the signage can be funded from Council’s signs and line markings budget.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

On 3 September twenty nine (29) letters were delivered to affected residents and owners advising them of the proposal and seeking feedback. Two (2) responses were received in support of the proposal and there were no objections.  Both respondents supported the positive impact of additional short term parking for small businesses in the area. One respondent supported the proposal but indicated a desire to have short term parking of 1/4P for pickup and delivery.

 

CONCLUSION

The proposal for a ‘1P 9am-3:30pm’ restriction will provide some turnover for a number of small businesses in the middle section of Victoria Road. The proposal does not have any significant impact on residential parking in the area as it is located directly outside a business. The proposal will have a positive impact on the area and it is therefore recommended.

 

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 14

Subject:              Marian Street at Cross Lane, Enmore - Proposed 10m  'No Stopping' (Stanmore Ward/ Newtown Electorate/ Inner West LAC)          

Prepared By:     Mary Bailey - Parking Planner  

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

Council has received concerns which have been expressed by residents regarding access and safety issues at the intersection of Marian Street and Cross Lane, Enmore. Residents were seeking parking for parking restrictions to be implemented to improve safety and access at the intersection. Therefore, it is proposed to implement ‘No Stopping’ in Marian Street (western side) north and south of the intersection with Cross Lane.

 

The results from the community consultation process indicated that residents are concerned about the perceived loss of parking, however the implementation of the proposal is in keeping with the Australia Road Rules and will improve safety and access including for service and emergency vehicles.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT the installation of the below points be approved:

1.   10m ‘No Stopping’ restrictions in Marian Street (western side), north of Cross Lane; and

2.   10m ‘No Stopping’ restrictions in Marian Street (western side), south of Cross Lane.

 

 

BACKGROUND

Concerns have been raised to Council regarding vehicles parking too close to the intersection of Cross Lane and Marian Street, Enmore. The illegal parking behaviour obstructs sight lines as well as access into and out of Marian Street/Cross Lane.

 

Council is proposing to implement ‘No Stopping’ in Marian Street at Cross Lane to improve safety and vehicle access at the intersection.

 

The carriageway in Marian Street is 7.9m wide. Currently there is unrestricted parking on the western side and ‘1P Permit Holders Excepted 6pm-10pm’ on the eastern side. Given the narrowness of the street, the conditions are very constrained for vehicle, particularly at intersections.

 

Reportedly vehicles park too close to the intersection on a regular basis creating difficulty for access and safety at the intersection with Cross Lane. Previously restrictions have been introduced at the intersection of Cross Lane with Metropolitan Road, Edgeware Lane and Marian Lane. The introduction of ‘No Stopping’ at Marian Street and Cross Lane is consistent with the restrictions introduced at other intersections in the area and also reinforces the Australian Road Rules regarding stopping too close to intersections.

 

The conditions and proposed restrictions are illustrated below in Figure 1, 2 and 3.

 

 

Figure I: Graphic representation of proposed 10m ‘No Stopping’ Marian Street north of Cross Lane

 

Figure 2: Graphic representation of proposed 10m ‘No Stopping’ Marian Street south of Cross Lane

 

Figure 3: Proposed ‘No Stopping’ restrictions in Marian Street at Cross Lane

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The cost of the supply and installation of the signage can be funded from Council’s signs and line markings budget.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

On 28 August 2018, forty seven (47) letters were posted to owners and occupiers in Marian Street as illustrated in Figure 4 below. Recipients were advised that the closing date for submission was 12 September 2018.

 

Submissions were received from eight (8) households.

 

 

Figure 4: Mailing list for Marian Street proposals

 

A total of seven (7) submissions were received. Of those three (3) objected outright to any loss of parking in the area and four (4) agreed in principle that there were safety and access issues at the location but sought to mitigate the perceived loss of parking by calling for the introduction of a shorter ‘No Stopping’ zone. There was no submission from the proponent.

 

Submissions

 

 

3

Objected outright to any reduction in parking in the area

The proposal is in keeping with other intersections in the area and with the Australian Road Rules

4

Agreed that access and sightlines were an issue but sought to have a shorter ‘No Stopping’ zone implemented (3m-6m)

 

CONCLUSION

Introduction of ‘No Stopping’ zones in Marian Street at Cross Lane would improve safety and access at this location and is consistent with the requirements of the Australian road Rules.

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 15

Subject:              Petersham Area M5 extension of Permit Parking (Stanmore Ward/Newtown Electorate/Inner West LAC)         

Prepared By:     Mary Bailey - Parking Planner  

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

Following representation to Council a proposal for an extension of the existing M5 permit parking area was circulated to residents for comment. Given the feedback from residents a revised proposal has been developed. The revised proposal addresses concerns raised by residents and offers a balanced approach to providing permit parking and unrestricted parking in the area. To allow the committee additional time to review the proposal, the report has been deferred from the 4 September meeting of the Local Traffic Committee to be considered at the 2 October meeting.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.   ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M5’ be installed on Brighton Street (southern side) between property no. 93 and West Street;

 

2.   ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M5’ be installed on Brighton Street (southern side) between Palace Street and Station Street;

 

3.   ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M5’ be installed on Brighton Street (northern side) between property no. 92 and Station Street;

 

4.   ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M5’ be installed on Wentworth Street (western side) between Brighton Street and the cul de sac;

 

5.   ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M5’ be installed on West Street (western side) between Brighton Street and the cul de sac; and

 

6.   Implement Statutory No Stopping in conjunction with resident parking where required.

 

 

 

BACKGROUND

Council is proposing to introduce 2P Permit Holders Excepted parking in a number of streets in Petersham as an extension to the existing M5 permit parking area. The proposals are detailed in Table 1 below and illustrated in Figure 1 below.

 

Table 1: Proposed restrictions 

Convert unrestricted parking to

‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M5’

1.  Brighton Street (southern side) between property no. 93 and West Street

2.  Brighton Street (southern side) between Palace Street and Station Street

3.  Brighton Street (northern side) between property no. 92 and Station Street

4.  Wentworth Street (western side) between Brighton Street and the cul de sac

5.  West Street (western side) between Brighton Street and the cul de sac

Implement Statutory No Stopping in conjunction with resident parking where required

 

Council had developed a proposal which was circulated to affected residents for consideration,(see Figure 1 below). Based on the responses from residents, a revised proposal has been developed which is illustrated in Figure 2 below.

 

 


Figure 1: Original proposal for extension of M5 Permit parking area

 

 

Figure 2: Proposal for extension to M5 Permit Parking area

 

Parking Surveys

Parking surveys were carried out in West Street, Brighton Street and Wentworth Avenue in October 2017.  (See Table 2 and Table 3 and Figure 3 below). The pattern of occupancy shows that West Street between Brighton Street and the cul de sac has a high occupancy during the weekday daytime hours.

 

Table 2: Parking Survey Results Tuesday 24 October 2017

Street Section ID

Tuesday 24th October 2017

 

8:00 AM

12:00 PM

4:00 PM

8:00 PM

Average Spaces Occupied 8:00am - 8:00pm

Max Spaces Occupied 8:00am - 8:00pm

Description

Supply

Occ

%

Occ

%

Occ

%

Occ

%

1

West St from bus stop to opposite Brighton St

7

4

57%

6

86%

3

43%

2

29%

4

6

2

West St from bus stop to Brighton St

4

1

25%

1

25%

0

0%

0

0%

1

1

3

Brighton St from West St to Wentworth St

8

5

63%

8

100%

5

63%

6

75%

6

8

4

Wentworth St from Brighton St park entrance

15

6

40%

14

93%

14

93%

11

73%

11

14

5

Wentworth St from park entrance to Brighton St

15

8

53%

13

87%

13

87%

8

53%

11

13

6

Brighton St from Wentworth St to opposite The Avenue

21

18

86%

13

62%

19

90%

16

76%

17

19

7

Brighton St from The Avenue to West St

22

15

68%

13

59%

16

73%

15

68%

15

16

8

West St from Brighton St to end of street

8

8

100%

7

88%

7

88%

6

75%

7

8

9

West St (southern side)

11

10

91%

10

91%

11

100%

11

100%

11

11

 

 

 

Table 3: Parking Survey Results Thursday 26 October 2017

Street Section ID

Thursday 26th October 2017

 

8:00 AM

12:00 PM

4:00 PM

8:00 PM

Average Spaces Occupied 8:00am - 8:00pm

Max Spaces Occupied 8:00am - 8:00pm

Description

Supply

Occ

%

Occ

%

Occ

%

Occ

%

1

West St from bus stop to opposite Brighton St

7

3

43%

6

86%

3

43%

0

0%

3

6

2

West St from bus stop to Brighton St

4

0

0%

0

0%

0

0%

0

0%

0

0

3

Brighton St from West St to Wentworth St

8

5

63%

8

100%

7

88%

5

63%

6

8

4

Wentworth St from Brighton St park entrance

15

7

47%

10

67%

12

80%

11

73%

10

12

5

Wentworth St from park entrance to Brighton St

15

7

47%

13

87%

7

47%

11

73%

10

13

6

Brighton St from Wentworth St to opposite The Avenue

21

11

52%

13

62%

16

76%

14

67%

14

16

7

Brighton St from The Avenue to West St

22

12

55%

16

73%

16

73%

20

91%

16

20

8

West St from Brighton St to end of street

8

8

100%

7

88%

7

88%

6

75%

7

8

9

West St (southern side)

11

11

100%

11

100%

10

91%

10

91%

11

11

 

 

Figure 3: Map showing parking survey references

 

Parking surveys carried out in The Avenue and Station Street as part of the Petersham Parking Study which was endorsed by Council in October 2016, showed that parking occupancy in The Avenue and Station Street were between 50% and 75% during the weekday daytime hours and as a result no recommendations were made at that time to introduce permit parking in those streets. Given the proposal to extend permit parking in nearby streets, the option was presented to the residents to participate in the scheme but there is insufficient support from residents for that at this time.

 


FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The costs of the supply and installation of the signage can be funded from Council’s signs and line markings budget.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

One hundred and sixty four (164) letters were sent to owners and occupiers in the affected area of on 7 July 2018 with a closing date for submissions being 10 August 2018. A map of the distribution of the surveys is shown in Figure 4 below.

 


Figure 4: Map of survey distribution

 

Council’s guidelines for determining whether a proposal is supported sufficiently are that, “There should be a response rate of 30% of surveys sent out with 65% respondents supporting the proposal.”  Thirty (33) responses were received. There were twenty one (21) respondents in favour and twelve (12) respondents opposed.

 

One hundred and five (105) properties were canvassed as part of the consultation. The thirty three (33) responses represent a response rate of 32% which meets the criteria for consideration of a permit parking scheme.

 

On review of the resident responses, it was decided to remove Station Street and The Avenue from the proposal to address the objections raised by residents of those streets. The streets in which Council is proposing to introduce the 2P permit parking scheme did meet Council’s criteria for the number of respondents in support of the proposed scheme (i.e. 65% support rate). In total there was 83% support rate from the responding residents in these streets.

 

Reponses to the proposal were split with a low level of responses and support from residents of The Avenue and Station Street. There was a higher level of response and support from residents of West Street, Wentworth Street and Brighton Street (particularly in the western end). Details of the percentage of support from the respondents for each subject street are illustrated in Table 4 below:

 

Table 4: Total households and % of support by street

 

# Households

Total households responding

% of responses in support

% of responses against

Brighton  Street (btwn Station St @ West St

42

13

9 (69%)

4 (31%)

Brighton  Street (btwn Station St @ Palace St

7

1

0

1 (100%)

West Street

8

4

3 (75%)

1 (25%)

Wentworth Street

10

6

6 (100%)

0

The Avenue

17

3

2 (66%)

1 (33%)

Station Street

12

6

1 (16%)

5 (84%)

 

The pattern of response is reflected in the revised proposal illustrated in Figure 1.

 

Reasons given for supporting the proposal are that there is a high demand during the daytime weekday hours from the St Vincent’s de Paul complex at 2C West Street, Lewisham creating demand in the cul de sac of West Street, Wentworth Avenue and Brighton Street.

 

The reasons given for objecting to the proposal especially by residents in The Avenue and Station Street were that permit parking would impact on visitors and make it difficult for multiple car households.

 

By providing a revised proposal which caters for an extension of permit parking to address the area where there is a demand and support, but only introducing it on one side of the road; there is a balance of restricted and unrestricted parking which will allow for visitors, and residents who either are not eligible or choose not to participate in the scheme.

 

CONCLUSION

Following representations from the community, Council has undertaken consultation and parking surveys in the relevant streets. The original proposal (Figure 2) was not supported by residents of Station Street and The Avenue. A revised proposal (Figure 1)has been developed which addresses the concerns of respondents and provides both continuity of conditions with permit parking conditions in nearby streets in the M5 permit parking area; as well as providing a balance of unrestricted areas for those who are either not eligible or do not wish to participate in a permit parking scheme. With the majority of streets now surrounding The Avenue and Station Street being treated with 2P resident parking restrictions it is possible that ‘Knock on’ effects may eventually lead to Council Officers to undertaking a review of parking in these two streets. However, any review should be undertaken at least 6 months following implementation of the proposed restrictions within this report.

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.  


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 16

Subject:              Darling Street, Balmain - Modification of Taxi Zone Operational Hours (Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)         

Prepared By:     David Yu - Engineer - Traffic and Parking Services  

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

Council has received a request to change the existing operational hours of the ‘Taxi Zone’ in front of No. 366B Darling Street (Post Office / Court House), Balmain to increase the unrestricted parking between 7pm and 10pm.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT the existing ‘1/2P ticket, 8am-7pm’ and ‘Taxi Zone, At Other Times’ parking restrictions on the southern side of Darling Street outside No. 366B Darling Street, Balmain be modified to ‘1/2P ticket, 8am-7pm and Taxi Zone, 10pm-8am’ parking restrictions.

 

 

BACKGROUND

A resident raised concerns that the existing operational time of the ‘Taxi Zone’ in front of No. 366B Darling Street; Balmain does not cater for the current parking demands of the area. In particular, it was requested that the operational hours of the Taxi Zone be reduced to accommodate unrestricted parking when the Taxi Zone was not in use.

 

There are currently 3 car spaces in this subject section of the street, which is located on the southern side of Darling Street, west of Montague Street.

 

A previous car parking occupancy analysis identified that the peak demand for taxis at this location occurred between 11pm to 1:30am. The ‘Taxi Zone, At Other Times’ restriction was subsequently installed with the ticket parking restrictions, which operated from 8am to 10pm. The ‘Taxi Zone’ therefore effectively operated from 10pm to 8am, each day.

 

In early 2018, the parking meter operational hours were reduced in Darling Street at this location and are currently signposted with ‘1/2P ticket, 8am-7pm’. Therefore, the ‘Taxi Zone, At Other Times’ restriction effectively started operating from 7pm to 8am the next day. This prevents these spaces from being used by the general public between 7pm and 10pm which was previously possible when ticket parking restrictions operated to 10pm.

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The proposal can be funded from Council's operational budget.

 

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

Based on the peak demand for taxis at this location occurring between 11pm to 1:30am, it is proposed to alter the existing operational times of the ‘Taxi Zone’ to meet the actual on-site demands, as detailed below.

 

Current: “1/2P ticket, 8am-7pm’ and ‘Taxi Zone, At Other Times”

Proposed: “1/2P ticket, 8am-7pm’ and ‘Taxi Zone, 10pm-8am”

 

The location of the subject car spaces is shown in the following figure.

 

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

A letter outlining the above proposal was mailed out to the affected properties (7 properties) in Darling Street, Balmain.

No responses were received.

 

Council officers also consulted the NSW Taxi Council regarding the proposal and received no objection to the proposal, provided that there was no loss of car spaces available for taxis.

 

CONCLUSION

Nil.

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 17

Subject:              Wharf Road, Birchgrove - 'No Parking' restrictions (Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)         

Prepared By:     Manod Wickramasinghe - Coordinator – Traffic and Parking Services  

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

SUMMARY

Concerns have been raised regarding vehicles parking on the footpath and obstructing pedestrian access to No. 40 Wharf Road, Birchgrove.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT a 5.2m ‘No Parking’ zone be installed on the southern side of Wharf Road, Birchgrove extending east of the driveway of No. 40 Wharf Road, Birchgrove.

 

 

BACKGROUND

Concerns have been raised regarding vehicles parking on the footpath in Wharf Road and obstructing pedestrian access to No.40 Wharf Road, Birchgrove.

 

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Nil.

 

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

In order to alleviate this issue, it is proposed to install a 5.2m ‘No Parking’ zone on the southern side of Wharf Road. The zone would extend across the subject pedestrian access as well as the kerb space between the pedestrian access and driveway of No. 40 Wharf Street which would be too short to accommodate a standard vehicle. The restrictions are shown on the figure enclosed.

 

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

 

A letter outlining the above proposal was mailed out to the affected properties (35 properties) in Wharf Road, Birchgrove with consultation finishing Friday, 28 September 2018.

 

Any comments received will be tabled at the Traffic Committee meeting.

 

 

 

 

CONCLUSION

Nil.

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 18

Subject:              Minor Traffic Facilities (All Wards/ All Electorates/ All LACs)         

Prepared By:     Vinoth Srinivasan - Engineer - Traffic and Parking Services  

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

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

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.   A 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No. 84 Edith Street, Leichhardt; and

2.   A 12m ‘Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 7.00am – 1.00pm Sat’ be installed in front of No. 21 and No. 19 Hartley Street, Rozelle.

 

 

BACKGROUND

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

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Nil.

 

OFFICER COMMENTS

1.   Installation of a ‘Disabled Parking’ Restriction – Edith Street, Leichhardt

The resident of No. 84 Edith Street, Leichhardt has requested the installation of a ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of the resident’s property.

 

A site investigation has revealed the property does not have off street parking.

 

The applicant does require the use of a wheelchair.

 

It is recommended that a 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No. 84 Edith Street, Leichhardt.

 

No. 84 Edith Street, Leichhardt

 

 

2.   Installation of ‘Works Zone’ Restriction – Hartley Street, Rozelle

 

The applicant has requested the installation of a temporary 12m ‘Works Zone 7.00am – 5.00pm Mon-Fri, 7.00am – 1.00pm Sat’ in front of No. 21 and No. 19 Hartley Street, Rozelle.

 

It is recommended that a 12m “Works Zone 7.00am – 5.00pm Mon-Fri, 7.00am – 1.00pm Sat” be installed in front of No. 21 and No. 19 Hartley Street, Rozelle for 12 weeks subject to concurrence being received from the residents of No.19 Hartley Street, Rozelle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No. 21 Hartley Street, Rozelle

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

Nil.

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 19

Subject:              Church Street, St Peters - Proposed 'No Parking' restrictions (Marrickville Ward/Heffron Electorate/Inner west LAC)        

Prepared By:     Mary Bailey - Parking Planner 

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

Council received representations from residents in Church Street, St Peters indicating that parking on both sides of the street in some sections is obstructing the safe passage of vehicles including service vehicles and potentially emergency vehicles. Council is proposing to restrict parking in order to improve access and allow for service and emergency vehicles to pass safely along the road. The proposal will result in the loss of one permit parking space on the southern side of Church Street. The signposting of ‘No Parking’ on the northern side is largely to reinforce “No Parking’ as there is a practice of people parking across their own driveways obstructing the flow of traffic in the street.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

1.   Implementation of  ‘No Parking’ restrictions  from property No. 81 to property No. 91D Church Street, St Peters (northern side); and

2.   Conversion of one existing parking space from ‘‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-6:30pm Mon-Fri’ restrictions to ‘No Parking’ outside property No. 112 Church Street, St Peters be approved.

 

 

BACKGROUND

Church Street is a two-way street which is 6.8 meters wide. The carriageway width along Church Street is not sufficiently wide to accommodate parking on both sides. The proposal takes into account the narrowness of the street and the demand for parking in the area by allowing for parking in some sections and removing only parking that is obstructing access and the movement of vehicles along the thoroughfare.

 

Businesses in the street have provided photographic evidence to Council of the current parking restrictions and practices in the street preventing the passage of service vehicles.

 

The occupiers of one premise have also indicated that there is difficulty accessing their off street parking as a result on the current parking configuration. The proponent of this premise requested removal of 2-3 permit parking spaces on the northern side (opposite 110 Church outside 75-81 Church Street); however Council proposes to remove one space which is immediately to west of the driveway of 112 Church Street thereby allowing for access and egress for the off street parking at 110 and 112 Church Street and for the passage of vehicles including service and emergency vehicles along the thoroughfare.

 

The proposal to implement ‘No Parking’ on the northern side is largely along the driveways of properties no’s 81 and 91D Church Street. The proposal is designed to reinforce the Australian Road Rule prohibiting parking across driveways and obstructing the passage of vehicles including service and potential emergency vehicles. The proposal is illustrated in Figure 1 below.

 

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The cost of the supply and installation of the signage can be funded from Council’s signs and line markings budget.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

Letters were delivered to owners and occupiers of the affected properties in Church Street. Four (4) responses were received. None of the respondents were in support of the proposal as it stands. The residents who objected to any loss of parking cited the general lack of parking available in the Inner West area. One respondent requested that 2 parking spaces be removed outside 77-81 Church Street.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Responses

 

 

Support (0)

 

 

Object (4)

2 respondents requested that 2-3 permit parking spaces be removed outside 75-81 Church Street

 

2 respondent cited general loss of parking

By removing only one parking space immediately adjacent to the off street parking at 112 Church Street, the proposal will address access and egress to off street parking for that premises as well as allow for sufficient space in the thoroughfare for vehicles to pass, including service and emergency vehicles with the loss of the minimum number of parking spaces.

 

CONCLUSION

Given the narrowness of the street, the proposal addresses the need for access and the safe use of the thoroughfare with the loss of the minimum number of legal parking spaces; it is therefore recommended that the proposal be supported.

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.   


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 20

Subject:              Carlisle Street, Leichhardt - Road Occupancy (Leichhardt Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt LAC)         

Prepared By:     Vinoth Srinivasan - Engineer - Traffic and Parking Services  

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

Council has received an application from the licensee of the Royal Hotel in Leichhardt for approval of a temporary full road closure in Carlisle Street between Norton Street and the Unnamed Laneway adjacent to No. 2 Carlisle Street to be held on Saturday, 17 and Sunday, 18 November 2018 between the hours of 12pm-8pm and 12pm-6pm respectively.

 

The road closure has been requested to facilitate the Royal Hotel Inner West Beer festival.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

 

The temporary road closure of Carlisle Street, Leichhardt between Norton Street and the Unnamed Laneway adjacent to No. 2 Carlisle Street to be held on Saturday, 17 and Sunday, 18 November 2018 between the hours of 12pm-8pm and 12pm-6pm respectively be supported, subject to the following conditions:

 

a.   That an unencumbered passaged minimum of 4.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section of Carlisle Street, Leichhardt;

b.   The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed;

c.   That the organiser be advised to arrange accredited traffic controllers to manage the road closure;

d.   That the applicant notifies all affected businesses, residents and other occupants of the temporary road closure prior to the event. Any concerns or requirements in relation to the road closure raised by business proprietors, residents and other occupants must be resolved or accommodated. The notification shall involve at the minimum an information letterbox drop distributed one week prior to the commencement of the event. The proposed information, distribution area and period must be submitted to Council’s Traffic section for approval two weeks before the event;

e.   That the supported Traffic Control Plan (TCP) be implemented at the applicant’s expense;

f.    That Fire and Rescue NSW (Leichhardt) be notified of the intended closure by the applicant;

g.   That the applicant provide and erect barricades and signs, in accordance with the current Australian Standard AS 1742.3: Traffic Control Devices for Works on Roads. As a minimum the following must be erected at both ends of the road closure area:

(a)  Barrier Boards;

(b) ‘Road Closed’ (T2-4) signs; and

(c)  ‘Detour’ (T5-1) signs;

h.   All traffic controllers must hold RMS certification;

i.    That the areas to be used for the activities must be maintained in a clean and tidy condition to the satisfaction of Council’s Group Manager Roads & Stormwater, or else the applicant will be required to reimburse Council for any extraordinary cleaning costs;

j.    That the conduct of any activities or use of any equipment required in conjunction with the road occupancy and temporary road closure does not result in any ‘offensive noise’ as defined by the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997;

k.   Copies of approvals from Council, NSW Police, RMS and the approved Traffic Management Plan must be available on the site for inspection by NSW Police, WorkCover Inspectors, RMS Inspectors, or Council Officers;

l.    Council and RMS must be indemnified against all claims for damage or injury that may result from either the activities or from the occupation of part of the public way during the road closures. The applicant must produce evidence of public risk insurance cover (under which the Council and RMS are indemnified) with a minimum policy value of at least $20,000,000;

m.  That Council reserves the right to cancel the approval at any time;

n.   That the applicant complies with any reasonable directive from Council Officers and NSW Police; and

o.   That the applicant be advised of the Committee’s recommendation. 

 

 

BACKGROUND

A request for approval to conduct the annual Royal Hotel Inner West Beer festival on Saturday, 17 and Sunday 18 November 2018 between the hours of 12pm-8pm and 12pm-6pm respectively has been received from the organiser of the event, the Licensee of The Royal Hotel.

 

This event involves the temporary closure of Carlisle Street between Norton Street and the Unnamed Laneway adjacent to No. 2 Carlisle Street.

 

In accordance with the RMS “Guide to Traffic and Transport Management for Special Events V3.4 August, 2006”, and based on information supplied by the organiser, the event is classified as a Special Event Class 2.

 

A Traffic Control Plan and Traffic Management Plan are attached in Attachment 1.

 

Detour Routes

 

All traffic is expected to detour via Cromwell Street and Marlborough Street as shown on the attached TCPs.

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

 

Nil, the supported Traffic Control Plan (TCP) be implemented at the applicant’s expense.

 

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

Nil.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

All affected businesses, residents and other occupants will be notified of the road closure, activities, parking changes and changes to public transport arrangements. The notification will be distributed at least two weeks prior to the commencement of the event. The proposed information, distribution area and distribution period will be reviewed and approved by Inner West Council’s Traffic Section one week prior to distribution.

The proposed temporary full-road closure has been advertised in the local newspaper for a period of 28 days. No comments were received.

 

 

 

 

 


CONCLUSION

It is recommended that the temporary closure of Carlisle Street between Norton Street and the Unnamed Laneway be supported subject to the conditions listed in the recommendation.

 

ATTACHMENTS

1.

Traffic Control Plan

2.

Traffic Management Plan

  


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 


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2 October 2018

 


 


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018

 

Item No:              LTC1018 Item 21

Subject:              2018 Spring Cycle Event (Leichhardt and Balmain Ward/ Balmain and Summer Hill Electorate/ Leichhardt and Ashfield LAC)        

Prepared By:     Vinoth Srinivasan - Engineer - Traffic and Parking Services 

Authorised By:  John Stephens - Traffic and Transport Services Manager

 

SUMMARY

The Spring Cycle supported by Transport for NSW, is Sydney’s largest recreational mass community bike riding event and provides a unique opportunity to travel through Sydney by bike, capturing the city’s iconic attractions, landscape and views. Every year, around 10,000 people join the Spring Cycle for a celebration of cycling that starts in North Sydney and continues across the Sydney Harbour Bridge main deck through Glebe, Annandale, Leichhardt and Haberfield and onto the festival-style atmosphere at the finish at Sydney Olympic Park, Homebush.

 

The Spring Cycle is organised by Bicycle NSW with the support of the NSW Government, Transport for NSW, Transport Management Centre, Roads & Maritime Services, NSW Police, New South Wales Ambulance Service, St John First Aid, City of Sydney, Sydney Olympic Park, Local Councils and more than 500 trained Bicycle NSW volunteers.

 

Bicycle NSW has requested approval from the Local Traffic Committee and Council to conduct the 2018 Bicycle NSW Spring Cycle Event (its 35th year) on Sunday, 14 October 2018.

 

It is recommended that the 2018 Bicycle NSW Spring Cycle event to be held on Sunday, 14 October 2018 be supported.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

THAT:

1.   The 2018 Bicycle NSW Spring Cycle event to be held on Sunday, 14 October 2018 be supported, subject to:

(a)  The Traffic Management Plan and Traffic Control Plans being approved by the Transport Management Centre;

(b) The event organiser producing a current Public Liability Insurance Policy with Inner West Council being included as an Interested Party;

 

2.   The organiser of the event be requested to advise the affected properties in Canal Road, Leichhardt regarding the event details to discourage traffic movements through the narrow section of Canal Road during the critical period of the event; and

 

3.   The representative of Bicycle New South Wales be advised of the Committee’s recommendation.

 

 

BACKGROUND

This is the 35th running of the NSW Spring Cycle event. The event in 2018 will offer four options:

 

Sydney City Ride North Sydney to Pyrmont (10km)

Start: 8.00am-8.30am

Ideal for families and novice riders who want to experience the thrill of riding over the Harbour Bridge and past some of Sydney’s most iconic landmarks including the Sydney Opera House and historic Rocks area. Riders celebrate their Spring Cycle ride with a festival finish at Pirrama Park, Pyrmont.

 

Challenge Ride North Sydney to Olympic Park (105km)

Start: 6.30am-6.45am

This ride is for those looking to challenge their cycling performance by riding the greater Sydney. Riders will clock up 50kms riding across the Harbour Bridge, past the Sydney Opera House and traversing the diverse Inner West before heading out to Western Sydney Parklands via picturesque Parramatta and Prospect Dam, then back to Sydney Olympic Park.

 

River Ride Parramatta Park (16 Km)

Start: 10.00am-10.30am

This ride will be ideal for families out in the Western Suburbs of Sydney as it will explore the cycleway along the Parramatta River. The ride will start at Parramatta Park and conclude at the big finish festival site in Cathy Freeman Park, Sydney Olympic Park.

 

Classic Ride North Sydney to Sydney Olympic Park (50km)

Start: 7:00am-7:30am

For those looking for an adventure, this route takes in the best of the 10km Sydney City Ride over the spectacular Harbour Bridge, past the Opera House and historic Rocks area, before exploring the diverse Inner West and venturing out to Sydney Olympic Park.

 

Bicycle Route through Inner West Council

 

The route via Inner West Council is summarised below:

 

·    Arriving Annandale through Bicentennial Park (Glebe – City of Sydney)

·    Turn into Johnston Street from Chapman Road (Annandale)

·    Turn right onto Weynton Street (Annandale)

·    Turn left onto Annandale Street (Annandale)

·    Turn right onto Booth Street-Moore Street (Leichhardt)

·    Cross Balmain Road at the Balmain Road/Moore Street intersection (Leichhardt) –

·    BNSW to arrange opening of fence panels in Balmain Road opposite Moore Street as

per TCP 73, with RMS.

·    Use off-road shared path adjacent to the Leichhardt Secondary School (Leichhardt)

·    Turn right onto Derbyshire Road (Leichhardt)

·    Turn left onto William Street (Leichhardt) at bus depot entry/exit.

·    Turn right onto Charles Street (Leichhardt)

·    Cross Darley Road at Charles Street (Leichhardt)

·    Use Canal Road (Leichhardt)

·    Use the bridge across Hawthorne Canal to Hawthorne Parade

·    Turn right onto Waratah Street (Haberfield)

·    Turn right onto Boomerang Street (Haberfield) at the roundabout.

·    Turn left onto Mortley Avenue (Haberfield)

·    Cross Dobroyd Parade at the Mortley Avenue/Timbrell Drive intersection (Haberfield) continue onto Timbrell Drive (Five Dock – Canada Bay Council)

 

The TMP and TCPs submitted by the event organiser is attached and has been forwarded to RMS for approval.

 

All traffic signal intersections along the route will be supervised by Police.

 

The section of Canal Road which is part of the event route is relatively narrow and part of this section also has a ‘Shared Zone’. Currently parking is not permitted in the subject section of Canal Road.

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Nil, the supported Traffic Control Plan (TCP) be implemented at the applicant’s expense.

 

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

The Committee's recommendation will be reported to the 9 October 2018 Council Meeting to consider approving that section of the Event through Council's area.

 


PUBLIC CONSULTATION

The Bicycle NSW organisers have advised that as in previous years, a detailed community consultation and event notification strategy will be delivered and executed to ensure minimum disruption is caused and all non-event stakeholders are well informed about the potential impact and alternate arrangements can be made.

 

CONCLUSION

It is recommended that 2018 Bicycle NSW Spring Cycle event scheduled for Sunday, 14 October 2018 be supported as per the submitted TMP and TCPs.

 

ATTACHMENTS

1.

The Spring Cycle Event TMP

2.

The Spring Cycle Event TCP

  


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Local Traffic Committee Meeting

2 October 2018