Agenda of Local Traffic Committee - Monday, 14 April 2025

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

14 April 2025

Minutes of Meeting held on 17 March 2025

Meeting commenced at 11:00 AM

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

Victor Macri	Councillor – Midjuburi – Marrickville Ward (Chair)
Bill Holliday	Representative for Kobi Shetty MP, Member for Balmain
Graeme McKay	Representative for Jo Haylen MP, Member for Summer Hill
Miriama Tamata	Representative for Jenny Leong MP, Member for Newtown
Sgt Charles Buttrose	NSW Police – Leichhardt Police Area Command
Nina Fard	Transport for NSW (TfNSW)


NON VOTING MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE

Col Jones	Inner West Bicycle Coalition (IWBC)
Michael Takla	Representative for Transit Systems
Sunita Sheril	Representative for Transit Systems
Manod Wickramasinghe	IWC’s Traffic and Transport Planning Manager
Sunny Jo	IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Engineering Services (North)
George Tsaprounis	IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Engineering Services (South)
Christy Li	IWC’s Business Administration Officer

VISITORS

Melissa Zeitouni	Public Speaker (Item 10)
Julie Waters	Public Speaker (Item 10)
Amanda Vine	Public Speaker (Item 10)

APOLOGIES:

Ben Walters	NSW Police – Inner West Police Area Command

DISCLOSURES OF INTERESTS:

Nil.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

That the Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee held on Monday, 17 February 2025 be confirmed.

MATTERS ARISING FROM COUNCIL’S RESOLUTION OF MINUTES

The Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee meeting held on 09 December 2024 were adopted at Council’s meeting held on 18 February 2025 subject to the following amendments:

Item 4: Re-exhibition of proposed permanent road closure Jaggers Lane, Balmain - Approve permanent full road closure of Jaggers Lane, between Caroline and Duncan Street (option 1); and
Item 18: Resident parking scheme Croydon - conduct a post-implementation review of the resident parking scheme in Croydon after six months and give specific consideration to including Edwin Street (North), between Anthony Street to dead end and Edwin Street (North), between Elizabeth Street and Anthony Street in the Resident Parking Scheme.

The Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee meeting held on 17 February 2025 were adopted at Council’s meeting held on 11 March 2025.

LTC0325(1) Item 1 Lilyfield Road, Rozelle - Nike After Dark Tour - Traffic Management Plan at Rozelle Parklands (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

The Nike After Dark Tour event is scheduled to take place on a 21 km running path across Inner West Council and the City of Sydney on Saturday 12 April 2025, to promote women’s sport.

A Traffic Management Plan (TMP) has been prepared to ensure safe pedestrian access routes for event participants. This plan outlines various aspects of traffic arrangements related to the event, including road closures for through traffic, proposed traffic measures on shared paths and footpaths, available public transport services within the event area and on-street parking management strategies.

Officers Recommendation:

That the Traffic Management Plan (TMP) for Nike After Dark Tour 2025 proposed on Saturday 12 April 2025 be approved subject to the following conditions:

a) the event organisers must provide at least two weeks advance notification to the affected community of the proposed event, changes to traffic and parking in the area;

b) all barricades and necessary signposting shall be provided by the event organisers and maintained during the period of the event by TfNSW-accredited marshals engaged by the applicant;

c) all traffic control facilities are to be installed in accordance with Australian Standard 1742.3;

d) the event organisers shall indemnify Inner West Council against all claims for damage or injury that may result from the activity or occupation of part of the public way during the activity. The event organiser must provide documentary evidence of public risk insurance cover of at least $20,000,000 indemnifying Council; and

e) the event organisers shall be responsible for the reimbursement for the cost of repair of any damage caused to the public way, or as a result of the activities.

DISCUSSION:

The Representative for the Leichhardt Police Command noted that the police have concerns regarding this proposal due to this being the first event of this size using the proposed route. It was noted that in the stakeholder engagement meetings, Leichhardt PAC, City of Sydney, and Transport for NSW have raised their concerns regarding the event within the City of Sydney LGA.

Council Officers noted that they attended the stakeholder engagement meetings and that the event organisers propose to have 12 groups of 500-700 runners going out at staggered times to avoid congestion. The Representative for the Leichhardt Police Command noted that there will be another major event at the White Bay Power Station on Saturday, 12 April at 4pm with approximately 4,000 patrons estimated to attend.

Council Officers advised that the Rozelle Parklands is due to be handed over from Transport for NSW to the Inner West Council to manage and that there should be minimal impact on local roads within Inner West Council except for drop-off pickup in Lilyfield Road.

The Representative for Transport for NSW suggested amending the recommendation to include that relevant TMPs and ROLs be provided to Transport for NSW for review.

The Representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition and the Representative for the Member of Balmain raised concerns with the proposal noting that the applicant intends to block cyclist access along the existing shared path from Easton Park to the Anzac Bridge and that alternative measures to include access for cyclists and pedestrians were not properly investigated. Council Officers advised that they will request the event organisers provide as many options possible for detours for pedestrians and cyclists not taking part in the event.

It was noted that the event organisers plan to issue further correspondence including Traffic Management Plans to residents closer to the event day. Council Officers also advised that variable message signs (VMS) will be placed around the affected area to advise people of the upcoming changes.

The Committee agreed on the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the Traffic Management Plan (TMP) for Nike After Dark Tour 2025 proposed on Saturday 12 April 2025 be approved subject to the following conditions:

a) the event organisers must provide at least two weeks advance notification to the affected community of the proposed event, changes to traffic and parking in the area;

b) all barricades and necessary signposting shall be provided by the event organisers and maintained during the period of the event by TfNSW-accredited marshals engaged by the applicant;

c) all traffic control facilities are to be installed in accordance with Australian Standard 1742.3;

e) the event organisers shall be responsible for the reimbursement for the cost of repair of any damage caused to the public way, or as a result of the activities; and

f) the event organisers submit and obtain approval for the Traffic Management Plan and Road Occupancy Licences from TfNSW prior to the event commencement date.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0325(1) Item 2 Elswick Street North and William Street, Leichhardt - Proposed Angle Parking and Raised Pedestrian Crossing (Gulgadya Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning to increase parking availability and improve safety in Elswick Street North and William Street by constructing new angled parking spaces, a raised pedestrian crossing and a continuous footpath treatment. The proposal aims to increase parking availability, improve pedestrian safety by better defining safe pedestrian crossing points and improving the public domain at this location.

The angle parking proposal will increase the parking spaces in Elswick Street North by 11 spaces. The raised pedestrian crossing will reduce parking by two (2) spaces due to the required ‘No Stopping’ zones. Additional Yellow ‘No Stopping’ lines are proposed at the reserve between Elswick Street and Elswick Street North, which will improve intersection sight distance for all road users.

Officers Recommendation:

That the attached detailed design plan (Design Plan 10316-A) for the following treatments be approved:

· Proposed angle parking and slow points in Elswick Street North, Leichhardt

· Raised pedestrian crossing in William Street between Charles Street and Elswick Street

· Continuous footpath treatment across the unnamed lane adjacent to the proposed raised pedestrian crossing at William Street, Leichhardt

DISCUSSION:

The Chairperson tabled in correspondence from a resident raising concerns regarding the technical data in the report. Council Officers advised that the line-marking detail will be reviewed to ensure it is appropriate and complies with the standards. If appropriate Council will review, modify and make changes to the alignment of the spaces.

Council Officers tabled in correspondence from a resident raising concerns that the project was initially proposed for construction this financial year and that in the report notes that construction will be completed in the next financial year. Council Officers advised it is expected that the project commence this financial year and be completed early in the 2025/26 financial year.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the attached detailed design plan (Design Plan 10316-A) for the following treatments be approved:

· Proposed angle parking and slow points in Elswick Street North, Leichhardt

· Raised pedestrian crossing in William Street between Charles Street and Elswick Street

· Continuous footpath treatment across the unnamed lane adjacent to the proposed raised pedestrian crossing at William Street, Leichhardt

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0325(1) Item 3 Parsons Street, Rozelle - Proposed Raised One Lane Slow Point (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning to provide traffic calming measures to improve safety in Parsons Street by constructing a one lane slow point through a new raised concrete threshold with landscaped kerb blisters in Parsons Street east of Moore Lane, Rozelle. This proposal aims to slow traffic and improve road safety in this section of Parsons Street whilst providing a physical separation between the industrial and residential areas of Parsons Street.

This project is one of the recommendations from the Balmain Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) study adopted by Council on 10 October 2023.

The project will require new ‘No Stopping’ zones adjacent to the new raised threshold which will result in loss of one (1) existing on-street parking spaces in Parsons Street, Rozelle.

Officers Recommendation:

That the attached detailed design plan No.10328 for the proposed raised one lane slow point at Parsons Street east of Moore Lane in Rozelle be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the attached detailed design plan No.10328 for the proposed raised one lane slow point at Parsons Street east of Moore Lane in Rozelle be approved.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0325(1) Item 4 Terrace Road, Dulwich Hill – one-month Temporary Full Road Closure during day shifts of Rail Overbridge north of Ewart Street roundabout - Sydney Metro works (Djarrawunang - Ashfield Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

An application has been received from John Holland Laing O’Rourke Joint Venture on behalf of Sydney Metro (C&SW) for the temporary full road closure of the rail underpass on Terrace Road / Ness Avenue just north of the roundabout at Ewart Street, Dulwich Hill for a one-month period (28 April 2025 to 25 May 2025) during day shifts (7am to 5pm) in order to carry out overhead protection beam works on the Rail bridge. The road will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic during day shifts if a contraflow operation cannot be achieved. Trafficable steel plates fixed to the road surface will be in place overnight. It is recommended that the proposed temporary full road closures be approved should they be required subject to the conditions outlined in this report.

Officers Recommendation:

That the proposed temporary full road closure of Terrace Road, Dulwich Hill at the rail overbridge for a one-month period (28 April 2025 to 25 May 2025) during day shifts (7am to 5pm) be approved, in order to carry out errant and hostile vehicle mitigation works on the Rail Overbridge subject to, but not limited to, the following conditions:

a) The application and TMP be submitted to RMS for approval;

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

c) All affected residents and businesses, including the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Fire & Rescue NSW and the NSW Ambulance Services 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 stakeholders; and

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

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the proposed temporary full road closure of Terrace Road, Dulwich Hill at the rail overbridge for a one-month period (28 April 2025 to 25 May 2025) during day shifts (7am to 5pm) be approved, in order to carry out errant and hostile vehicle mitigation works on the Rail Overbridge subject to, but not limited to, the following conditions:

a) The application and TMP be submitted to RMS for approval;

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

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

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0325(1) Item 5 Margaret, Sarah and Simmons Streets, Enmore - Proposed 'No Stopping' restrictions and 'Shared Path' proposal (Damun-Enmore Ward/Inner West PAC/Newtown Electorate)

SUMMARY

This report outlines a proposal to address safety issues at the road closure junction of Simmons, Margaret and Sarah Streets, Enmore. The proposal involves installing a shared path treatment, landscaping and ‘No Stopping’ restrictions to improve sight lines and turning movements, reduce speed and define a shared space that is used between pedestrians and cyclists.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That the concept design plan no.2025-100-JN for the shared path treatment at the road closure junction of Simmons, Sarah and Maragaret Streets, Enmore be approved in principle and a detailed design be bought back to the Committee for consideration.

2. That the installation of ‘No Stopping’ restrictions on the northern side of Sarah Street, Enmore for a distance of 10m west of Simmons Street be approved.

3. That the installation of ‘No Stopping’ restrictions on the southern side of Margaret Street for a distance of 10m east of Simmons Street be approved.

4. That the installation of ‘No Stopping’ restrictions on the southern side of Sarah Street from electric light pole adjacent to no. 76 Simmons Street to immediately west of Marian Lane be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

2. That the installation of ‘No Stopping’ restrictions on the northern side of Sarah Street, Enmore for a distance of 10m west of Simmons Street be approved.

3. That the installation of ‘No Stopping’ restrictions on the southern side of Margaret Street for a distance of 10m east of Simmons Street be approved.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0325(1) Item 6     Frazer Street, Marrickville - Proposed 'No Stopping' restrictions
        (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Inner West PAC/Summer Hill
        Electorate)

SUMMARY

This report outlines safety concerns at the intersection of Frazer Street and Miller Lane, Marrickville which forms part of the signposted walking and cycling routes installed to support alternative transport modes during the 12-month closure of the T3 line (Sydenham to Bankstown). The existing adjacent central median on Frazer Street is currently utilised by both pedestrians and cyclists and is proposed to be converted to a pedestrian refuge island in the future, as identified in the Inner West Council’s Pedestrian Access Management Plan (PAMP).

Currently, it is proposed to install ‘No Stopping’ restrictions on either side of this central island to improve sight lines for pedestrians and cyclists.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That ‘No Stopping’ restriction on the northern side of Frazer Street, Marrickville commencing from the eastern kerb of Miller Lane and extending 14 metres west of Miller Lane be approved.

2. That the existing ‘No Stopping’ restriction on the southern side of Frazer Street, Marrickville (immediately east of Lawson Avenue) be extended a further 14 metres east.

DISCUSSION:

Council Officers stated that the proposal was part of the active transport link and temporary cycle route as part of the T3 closures. It was noted that concerns had been raised to Council regarding this particular crossing point and that Transport for NSW had led an investigation into improving bicycle safety in that area.

The Chairperson questioned if the changes to the cycle link would stay once the T3 line reopens. Council Officers advised that this will likely be a permanent modification as it is part of one of Council’s existing routes.

Council Officers suggested amending the recommendation to include that Council commence a review of this intersection to provide some permanent infrastructure which aims to incorporate a reduction in the loss of parking.

The Committee members agreed with the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That ‘No Stopping’ restriction on the northern side of Frazer Street, Marrickville commencing from the eastern kerb of Miller Lane and extending 14 metres west of Miller Lane be approved.

That the existing ‘No Stopping’ restriction on the southern side of Frazer3 Street, Marrickville (immediately east of Lawson Avenue) be extended a further 14 metres east.

That Council Officers investigate a crossing facility the intersection of Frazer Street and Miller Lane, Marrickville which aims improve bicycle safety as well as minimising the loss of parking for residents and park users.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0325(1) Item 7 Smith Street, Summer Hill – Greenway Project – Proposed splitter island upgrade works at the roundabout with Carlton Crescent, Longport Street and Grosvenor Crescent (Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

Detailed design plans have been prepared for Greenway On-Road works. The detailed design plans for the proposed Smith Street splitter island upgrade works are based on the Greenway Concept Designs endorsed by Council in May 2019. Consultation was undertaken across the corridor during the Concept Design phase. Specific consultation to affected residents and owners was undertaken on the draft detailed design plans. It is recommended that the detailed design plans are approved for construction.

Officers Recommendation:

That the detailed design plans (Gartner Rose – Greenway in-corridor works Control Zone 1 - 211583-TTW-11-DR-CI-07014-2 and 211583-TTW-11-DR-CI-07015-3) for the proposed splitter island upgrade works for the Greenway on-road works be approved for construction.

DISCUSSION:

The Representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition noted that he supported the proposal in principle however had some questions regarding whether the lane splitters are going to be wide enough to store bicycles in them. Council Officers noted that the refuge islands are proposed to be 2 meters minimum so that at the narrowest point the width will be 2 meters, which is sufficient for typical bicycle storage.

The Representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition questioned if Council was going to widen the shared path between Longport Street and Malthouse Way.

Council Officers requested that the Representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition forward his correspondence so that the Greenway team can advise of the work plans in the area.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the detailed design plans (Gartner Rose – Greenway in-corridor works Control Zone 1 - 211583-TTW-11-DR-CI-07014-2 and 211583-TTW-11-DR-CI-07015-3) for the proposed splitter island upgrade works for the Greenway on-road works be approved for construction.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0325(1) Item 8 Hurlstone Avenue, Summer Hill - Proposed kerb blister islands/narrowing of Hurlstone Avenue at Prospect Road and 'No Left Turn 7.30-9.30am, 3:00-5:00pm Mon-Fri, Bicycles Excepted' from Prospect Road into Hurlstone Avenue (Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning to improve safety in Hurlstone Avenue, Summer Hill by constructing new landscaped kerb blister islands at its intersection with Prospect Road. The proposal aims to improve pedestrian and motorist safety by reducing the width of the roadway which will better define safe pedestrian crossing paths and addresses pedestrian safety and driver behaviour at this location.

It is similarly proposed to introduce ‘No Left Turn ‘No Left Turn 7.30am-9.30am, 3-5pm Mon-Fri, Bicycles Excepted’ ban restrictions from Prospect Road into Hurlstone Avenue. The restrictions aim to relieve traffic volume pressure along Hurlstone Avenue, given that the street caters for by-passing traffic during AM and PM peak periods. The part-time No left Turn ban would be subject to TfNSW approval. Council in addition, resolved that the restrictions, if approved, be trialled for a period of 6 months from the date the restrictions are implemented.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That the detailed design plan (10315 sheet 1) for the proposed new kerb blister island/narrowing of Hurlstone Avenue at Prospect Road, Ashfield with associated pram ramps, signs and line marking (as shown in Attachment 2) be approved.

2. That ‘No Left Turn; 7.30am-9.30am, 3pm-5pm Mon-Fri, Bicycles Excepted’ restriction be installed at the intersection of Prospect Road and Hurlstone Avenue, Summer Hill, subject to approval of a Traffic Management Plan for the part-time ‘No Left Turn’ ban being approved by Transport for NSW.

DISCUSSION:

The Representative for the Member of Summer Hill raised a request from a constituent requesting that a trial of the traffic restrictions be undertaken at the intersection of Hurlstone Avenue and Prospect Road to review the impact of the proposed changes on the intersection of Prospect Road and Old Canterbury Road.

Council Officers advised that a review can be undertaken to review the outcome of the implemented restrictions 6 to 12 months after installation. It was noted that Prospect Road is a collector road, and Council hopes that the trail shows that motorists are using Prospect Road more after the proposed restrictions are implemented as the intention behind the proposal was to shift motorists away from local roads and into collector and major roads.

The Representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition questioned if there was data on the accident history at Hurlstone Avenue and Old Canterbury Road. Council Officers advised that during the original proposal.

The Representative for the Member of Summer Hill questioned if there has been any consideration for traffic lights to be installed at the corner of Prospect Road and Old Canterbury Road. Council Officers advised that there have been requests made in the past to Transport for NSW, however, no further feedback has been provided to Council regarding that review.

The Representative for Transport for NSW (TfNSW) noted that Council had sent through the Transport Management Plan (TMP) and has received approval for the TMP from TfNSW and requested that Council advise of the timeframe for the proposed review period so that TfNSW can update the TMP to reflect the agreed timeframe in their systems.

The Committee members agreed with the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

3. That a 12-month review of the implemented restrictions be undertaken

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0325(1) Item 9 Phillip and Bay Street, Birchgrove - Proposed 'No Parking 7am-7pm Motor Vehicles under 4.5T GVM Excepted' Restriction (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received concerns from residents in Phillip Street, Birchgrove regarding the long-term parking of trailers, boats and caravans on Phillip Street and Bay Street, Birchgrove.

In response, Council is proposing to install ‘No Parking 7am-7pm Motor Vehicles under 4.5t GVM Excepted’ restrictions on Phillip Street and Bay Street between Cameron and Short Street in the areas as shown within the plan in Figure 2.

Officers Recommendation:

That the proposed ‘No Parking 7am-7pm Motor Vehicles under 4.5t GVM Excepted’ restriction on Phillip Street and Bay Street between Cameron and Short Street, Birchgrove within the areas shown in the enclosed plan be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0325(1) Item 10 Proposed EV Kerbside Charging Locations (All Wards / All Electorates / All PACs)

SUMMARY

Council is committed to supporting and encouraging the use of electric vehicles (EVs) in the Inner West. On 26 May 2024, Council’s kerbside EV charging providers (Providers) successfully secured funding for 136 public charging ports. The proposed initial network of EV kerbsides charging port locations was publicly exhibited in July 2024 and was presented to LTC on 21 October 2024.

Since then, a total of 11 sites were deemed unsuitable for EV chargers or not recommended for changes to the parking restrictions. Alternative locations were proposed for these sites and were publicly exhibited from 29 January 2025 to 2 March 2025. In response to community feedback, officers have recommended the proposed parking restriction “No Parking 8am-10pm EV Vehicles Excepted While Charging” for 6 sites (Table 2) with no changes to the parking restrictions for the remaining 5 sites.

Officers Recommendation:

That the EV charging sites identified in Table 2 be supported for installation as per the signage and line marking plans provided in Attachment 1.

DISCUSSION:

Public Speaker Melissa Zeitouni entered the meeting at 11.01am

Ms Zeitouni advised that she is supportive of EV chargers in the Inner West however did not support the proposed installation of an EV charger opposite 1 Station Street due to the location being a known flood zone and suggested that Council investigate an alternate location on Station Street for the charger to be installed. Ms Zeitouni advised that when it rains, all the water converges down to the area near 1 Station Street and that she has previously had vehicular damage due to the flooding in the area. Ms Zeitouni noted that her house was also flooded and that the inadequate gutter and drainage systems in the area causes serious safety concerns if the proposed EV charger were to be installed in Station Street due to the likelihood of the chargers being waterlogged and damaged in the event of flooding.

Public Speakers Melissa Zeitouni left the meeting at 11.06am

Public Speaker Julie Waters entered the meeting at 11.07am

Ms Waters noted that she was speaking on behalf of the Strata Committee for the Colgate Palmolive building and advised that she supports the Council’s EV project, however, was not fully supportive of having a second power pole installed for the proposed EV charger at Cooper Street. She advised that residents were happy that Cooper Street was identified for a proposed EV charger as currently there is no option to charge their EVs at in their residential building due to not having a sufficient power source for EV charging.

Public Speaker Julie Waters left the meeting at 11.09am

Public Speaker Amanda Vine entered the meeting at 11.10am

Ms Vine advised that she was supportive of the recommendation to not have the proposed EV charging on Cooper Street. Ms Vine suggested that Council to investigate alternative options for installing a power pole such as potentially going underground with the power supply. Ms Vine noted that she was supportive of having a charger in Cooper Street but was not supportive of having a new power pole installed.

Public Speaker Amanda Vine left the meeting at 11.13am

Council Officers tabled in additional comments from 4 residents. The first resident’s comments were consistent with Public Speaker Ms Zeitouni’s comments advising their concerns for the proposed EV charger to be installed opposite 1 Station Street due to the area being prone to flooding.

Council Officers tabled comments from 2 additional residents which were consistent with Public Speaker Ms Vines’ comments advising they were against the proposed EV charger on Cooper Street due to concerns with increased traffic flow, an increase to the existing parking issues in the area as well as the impact to the streetscape if the proposed power pole were to be installed. They requested that Council consider alternate sites nearby such as Darling Street and Jubilee Place for potential EV installation locations. Council Officers also tabled comments from a resident advising they were supportive of having an EV charger installed on Cooper Street due to nearby residential buildings not being able to offer off-street charging.

Council Officers requested that the proposed EV charging site opposite 1 Station Street be supported in principle noting that the suitability of the site from a stormwater perspective was still being investigated as a separate matter.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the EV charging sites identified in Table 2 be supported for installation as per the signage and line marking plans provided in Attachment 1.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0325(1) Item 11 Addison Road, Marrickville – Proposed short term parking restrictions in existing section of redundant ‘No Parking’ restrictions (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

A request has been received from the owner of a small business on Addison Road, Marrickville, for the provision of short-term parking restrictions outside their property to provide parking opportunities for visitors to the local businesses.

It is recommended to remove the existing ‘No Parking’ restrictions on the southern side of Addison Road, Marrickville west of Shepherd Street and convert these parking spaces to ‘1P 8.30am-6pm Mon-Fri’ restrictions, in order to provide parking opportunities for visitors to the local businesses and in line with other parking restrictions along Addison Road, Marrickville adjacent to businesses.

Officers Recommendation:

That the existing 15-metre length of ‘No Parking’ restrictions outside businesses on the southern side of Addison Road, Marrickville west of Shepherd Street be converted to ‘1P 8:30am-6pm (Mon-Fri)’ restrictions (two car parking spaces) in order to provide parking opportunities for visitors to the area and in line with other parking restrictions outside businesses along Addison Road, Marrickville.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the existing 15-metre length of ‘No Parking’ restrictions outside businesses on the southern side of Addison Road, Marrickville west of Shepherd Street be converted to ‘1P 8:30am-6pm (Mon-Fri)’ restrictions (two car parking spaces) in order to provide parking opportunities for visitors to the area and in line with other parking restrictions outside businesses along Addison Road, Marrickville.

For Motion: Unanimous

General Business

Item 12 – Frederick Street and John Street, Ashfield traffic signal update

The Representative for Transport for NSW advised that the Frederick Street and John Street traffic signals are still currently in the detailed design phase of the project. The Representative for Transport for NSW advised that they have recently received grant funding for construction of the traffic signals over the next 2 financial years (FY25/26 & FY26/27). It was noted that TfNSW will try to construct the signals over one financial year however, this would be dependent on the complexity of the site, the timeline for construction may need to be revised.

Item 13 – Parking concerns on Burrows Road South, St Peters

The Chairperson tabled in correspondence from a business owner advising their concerns regarding trucks parking in the street and impeding their ability to park and operate. The business owners requested consideration for 12P parking to be implemented to prevent people from parking their cars for extended periods whilst they go overseas. Council Officers advised that there have been previous requests in the area regarding the parking on boats, trailers and trucks in the area. Council had investigated the concerns and advised that there was very little boat, trailer and truck parking when they went onsite to review so they could not substantiate those concerns however, Council can re-investigate the concerns.

Item 14 – Concerns regarding the vehicular access from Carrington Road, Marrickville

The Chairperson tabled in correspondence from a resident noting concerns regarding vehicular access at the intersection of Carrington Road onto Richardson’s Crescent noting the difficulty of turning right from Carrington Road into Richardson’s Crescent and requested Council to investigate potential treatments to mitigate the issue. Council Officers advised they are currently reviewing the issue and can update the Chairperson on the outcome of that investigation.

Item 15 – Update on investigation relating to Schwebel Street, Marrickville

The Chairperson requested an update on the investigation relating to the conversion Schwebel Street, Marrickville into ‘One Way’. Council Officers advised they have collected the data and are currently analysing the data and coming up with potential treatment options. It was noted that a report would be brought back to the Traffic Committee for potential options prior to public engagement on the preferred option.

Item 16 – Trial of ‘No Right Turn’ from Ramsey Street into Wolseley Street, Haberfield

The Representative for the Member of Summer Hill advised Jo Haylen’s office have received a letter from Transport for NSW regarding the trial of a ‘No Right Turn’ from Ramsey Street into Wolseley Street, Haberfield between 7am and 9am during weekdays. It was noted that Transport for NSW would be door-knocking and letter-box-dropping residents to advise them of the upcoming changes. Council Officers advised that this had arisen as part of the Road Network Reviews that TfNSW was undertaking following the completion of the WestConnex works. It was noted that traffic in Wolseley Street has increased following the closure of the adjacent Northcote Street which was undertaken in order to place a site compound for WestConnex. On completion of the WestConnex project, the closure of Northcote Street was made permanent by TfNSW, resulting in Wolseley Street continuing to carry the additional traffic. It was noted that the residents of Wolseley Street had raised concerns with Council and the local members of parliament and that the concerns were raised with Transport for NSW as they have committed to undertake 12 months and 5-year road network reviews following the completion of Stage 2 and 3 of WestConnex. It was noted that the implementation of the ‘No Right Turn’ restriction is to minimise traffic impact to Wolseley Street residents during peak hours.

Item 17 – Concerns regarding a raised speed hump in Lackey Street, Summer Hill

The Representative for the Member of Summer Hill advised he had received correspondence from a resident noting their concerns about a raised speed hump near Lackey Street, Summer Hill which pedestrians often mistake/ use as a pedestrian crossing. Council Officers advised that they have also received correspondence from the resident regarding their concerns and are currently investigating potential solutions to discourage the use of that speed hump as a pedestrian crossing.

CHAIRPERSON

Councillor Macri

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

14 April 2025

Item No: LTC0425(1) Item 1

Subject: Inner West LGA - Proposal for GoGet car share parking spaces (All wards, all electorates, all PACs)

Prepared By: Jennifer Adams - Traffic Engineer and Amir Falamarzi - Traffic Engineer

Authorised By: Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

RECOMMENDATION

That the following ‘No Parking Authorised Car Share Vehicle Expected, Area GOGET’ restrictions be approved:

1. A 5.5m restriction in the first parking space after statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ restriction sign on the northern side of Albert Parade east of Frederick Street, Ashfield/

2. A 3.5m wide angled parking space on the western side of Nelson Street, Annadale, immediately south of the driveway of No.22 Nelson Street. To minimise the impact on the adjacent driveway, a small GoGet vehicle allocation is proposed.

3. A 5.5m restriction in the first parking space after the statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ restriction sign on the southern side of Alt Street west of Charlotte Street, adjacent to side boundary of No.92 Charlotte Street, Ashfield.

4. A 5.5m restriction in the first parking space after the statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ sign on northern side of Thomas Street east of Edwin Street, Ashfield (adjacent to side boundary of No.45 Edwin Street) after the kerb blister.

5. A 5.5m restriction in the first parking space after the statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ restriction sign on the eastern side of Burfitt Street south Allen Street, adjacent to side boundary of No. 102 Allen Street, Leichhardt.

6. A 6.6m restriction in the first legal parking space on the western side of George Street south of Treadgold Street Road, Leichhardt, adjacent to side boundary of No. 30-40 George Street, Leichhardt.

7. A 5.5m restriction in the first legal parking space on the western side of Justin Street south of O’Neill Street, Lilyfield, adjacent to side boundary of No. 29 O'Neill Street, Lilyfield.

8. A 5.5m restriction in the first legal parking space on the eastern side of Harrison Street north of Marrickville Road, Marrickville (adjacent to the side boundary of 343 Marrickville Road). The statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ sign will also be included 10m from the intersection of Harrison Street from Marrickville Road.

9. A 5.5m restriction in the first space after statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ sign on the eastern side of Wemyss Street south of Newington Road (adjacent to the side boundary of 70 Newington Road), Marrickville.

10. A 5.5m restriction in the first parking space after the statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ restriction sign on the western side of Station Street north of Enmore Road (adjacent to the side boundary of 47 Enmore Road, Newtown.

11. A 2.5m wide restriction in the first 90° angle parking space after the ‘Mobility’ parking space on the western side of Middleton Street north of Newington Road, Petersham.

12. A 5.5m restriction in the first parking space after the statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ sign on southern side of May Street east of Applebee Street, St Peters.

13. A 5.5m restriction in the first legal parking space on the first legal parking space on the western side of Bruce Street south of Albany Road, Stanmore (adjacent to the side boundary of 147 Albany Road). The statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ sign will also be included 10m from the intersection of Bruce Street and Albany Road.

14. A 5.5m restriction in the first parking space after the statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ sign on western side of Holt Street north of Cavendish Street (adjacent to boundary of No.16 Holt Street) after the kerb blister, Stanmore.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE

This report supports the following strategic directions contained within Council’s Community Strategic Plan:

2: Liveable, connected neighbourhoods and transport

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A request has been received from a GoGet Car Share representative for the installation of Fifteen (15) on-street dedicated ‘Car Share’ parking spaces for existing floating car share vehicles around the Inner West. Due to community feedback and opposition to one location only fourteen of the fifteen nominated car share spaces are recommended for installation.

BACKGROUND

Car sharing is well established in the Inner West. Car sharing services provide an additional transport option for the growing population in the Inner West LGA.

Car share parking is an efficient use of parking spaces because one shared vehicle can replace several private vehicles that would otherwise compete for local parking. Car share also reduces overheads for residents who don't need to own a car.

Council supports car sharing as a part of its drive to:

· reduce greenhouse gas emissions;

· reduce on-street parking demand;

· reduce congestion and the competition for parking spaces; and

· encourage active lifestyles by reducing dependency on private cars.

Users of car share schemes in the Inner West report reduced car ownership and greater use of other transport options including public transport, walking and cycling

The following hierarchy of preferred locations for designated car share spaces will be considered when assessing suitability of locations: 

a. Within immediate proximity to public transport services such as a rail/metro station/stop. 

b. Adjacent to public land such as a park.  

c. Adjacent to a public facility such as a leisure centre or library.

d. Within high/medium density residential areas.

e. In or immediately adjacent to retail / commercial streets. 

f. Adjacent to the side boundary of single dwellings. 

g. Other locations.   

Car share parking spaces located in front of single dwellings will be given low priority and avoided in most circumstances.

Consultation will be carried out with residents and businesses in the immediate vicinity of a proposed parking space.

Inner West Council reserves the right to reject, or determine by refusal, any application for a car share parking space. 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Costs associated with the installation, removal, maintenance and administration of dedicated car share bays/spaces including non-statutory features such as painted road markings will be met by the relevant car share company in accordance with the Schedule of Fees and Charges.

GoGet’s Proposed Locations

A request has been received from GoGet representative for the installation of on-street dedicated car share parking spaces within Inner West. The nominated GoGet locations are:

1. Ashfield - Albert Parade near Frederick Street – GoGet notes that this current floating location on Albert Parade is highly utilised, with an average use of 3.0 hours per day between November 2023 and January 2024. The location has been in use approximately 9 months and there are 174 members within 400m of the site.

2. Annandale - Nelson Street near Albion Street - GoGet notes that the current nearby floating location on Chester Street is highly utilised, with an average use of between 5.7 - 6.2 hours per day between November 2023 and January 2024. The location has been in use approximately 57 months and there are 498 members within 400m of the site.

3. Ashfield - Charlotte Street near Alt Street - GoGet notes that the current floating location on Charlotte Street is highly utilised, with an average use of between 3.9 - 6.3 hours per day between November 2023 and January 2024. The location has been in use approximately 59 months and there are 295 members within 400m of the site.

Proposed location not supported. The existing P15 short term parking is to support the local businesses.

Alternative location – Alt Street near Charlotte Street - first legal parking space around the corner on Alt Street (adjacent to side boundary of No.92 Charlotte Street)

4. Croydon - Thomas Street near Edwin Street - GoGet notes that this current floating location on Thomas Street is highly utilised, with an average use of between 4.4 – 9.9 hours per day between November 2023 and January 2024. The location has been in use approximately 47 months and there are 123 members within 400m of the site.

5. Leichhardt - George Street near Treadgold Street – GoGet notes that the current floating location on George Street is highly utilised, with an average use of between 3.4 – 5.8 hours per day between November 2023 and January 2024. The location has been in use approximately 48 months and there are 245 members within 400m of the site.

6. Leichhardt - Burfitt Street near Allen Street - GoGet notes that the existing local GoGet bay is highly utilised with an average use of 5.6 - 10.9 hours per day between November 2023 and January 2024. The age of the nearest GoGet bay is approximately 53 months and there are 230 members within 400m of the site.

7. Lilyfield - Justin Street near O'Neill Street - The current floating location on Justin Street is highly utilised, with an average use of 4.3 hours of use per day between November 2023 and January 2024. The location has been in use approximately 87 months and there are 210 members within 400m of the site.

8. Marrickville - Harrison Street near Marrickville Road - GoGet notes that the current floating location on Woodcourt Street is highly utilised, with an average use between 3.3 - 3.9 hours per day between November 2023 and January 2024. The location has been in use approximately 77 months and there are 344 members within 400m of the site.

9. Marrickville - Wemyss Street near Newington Road - GoGet notes that the current floating location on Perry Street is highly utilised, with an average use of between 3.3 - 5.8 hours per day between November 2023 and January 2024. The location has been in use approximately 139 months and there are 437 members within 400m of the site.

10. Newtown - Station Street near Wilford Lane – GoGet notes that the current floating location on Gladstone Street is highly utilised, with an average use of between 4.6 – 6.0 hours per day between November 2023 and January 2024. The location has been in use approximately 133 months and there are 768 members within 400m of the site.

11. Petersham - Middleton Street near Newington Road - GoGet notes that the current floating location on Newington Road is highly utilised, with an average use of 4.4 hours per day between November 2023 and January 2024. The location has been in use approximately 57 months and there are 291 members within 400m of the site.

12. St Peters - May Street near Princes Highway - GoGet notes that the current floating location on Applebee Street is highly utilised, with an average use of between 5.3 - 5.6 hours per day between November 2023 and January 2024. The location has been in use approximately 155 months and there are 519 members within 400m of the site.

13. Stanmore - Bruce Street near Albany Road - GoGet notes that the current floating location on Charles Street is highly utilised, with an average use of 3.0 hours per day between November 2023 and January 2024. The location has been in use approximately 113 months and there are 294 members within 400m of the site.

14. Stanmore - Holt Street near Cavendish Street - GoGet notes that the current floating location on Cavendish Street is highly utilised, with an average use of between 3.3 - 5.6 hours per day between November 2023 and January 2024. The location has been in use approximately 134 months and there are 337 members within 400m of the site

15. Summer Hill - Dover Street near Kensington Road - GoGet notes that this current floating location on Dover Street is highly utilised, with an average use of 3.8 hours per day between November 2023 and January 2024. The location has been in use approximately 88 months and there are 351 members within 400m of the site.

Public Consultation

Community consultation was led by GoGet representatives during the period between 18 November 2024 and 2 December 2024. Letters were distributed to local residents within 100 metres of each proposed space. A copy of GoGet’s community consultation evaluation is attached at the end of this report.

Officers Comments

A summary of each location is presented below. As necessary details are listed regarding any alternative locations suggested.

Location

Letters sent - Responses

Resident comments

Supported / not supported

Ashfield - Albert Parade near Frederick Street

Currently unrestricted parking.

-33.882197, 151.121745

50 letters sent

3 responses

Response rate = 6%

3 support (100%)

No objections

It is very convenient knowing that the car will always be at the same location if needed

I use Goget, would be nice to not have to go looking for the car or walk further when in a rush

It’s close to where I live

Proposed site meets Council’s car share Policy – on side boundary and within medium density residential area

Supported – first space after statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ sign on northern side of Albert Parade east of Frederick Street

Annandale - Nelson Street between Collins Street and Albion Street

Alternative location was investigated as the original proposed location was not supported – as unrestricted parking is preferred over RPS parking.

Currently unrestricted - ‘45° ANGLE PARKING Rear to Kerb Vehicles under 6m ONLY’

33.886446, 151.171692

30 letters sent

2 responses

Response rate = 7%

2 support - but in alternative location and/or with conditions (not too close to driveway) (100%)

No objections

It is already extremely difficult to park at the corner of Albion and nelson for local residents …..it is not feasible or appropriate in the proposed location. Possibly Trafalgar Street is a better option.

If the parking sign was moved further away from the driveway I would consider supporting this… but currently any vehicles, especially vans, make it impossible to see oncoming traffic from my driveway.

Proposed site meets Council’s car share Policy – within high/medium density residential area.

Supported – A 3.5m wide angled parking space on the western side of Nelson Street, Annadale, immediately south of the driveway of No.22 Nelson Street. To minimise the impact on the adjacent driveway, a small vehicle allocation is proposed.

Ashfield - Charlotte Street near Alt Street

Proposed location not supported. The existing P15 short term parking is to support the local businesses.

Alternative location – Alt Street near Charlotte Street - first legal parking space around the corner on Alt Street (adjacent to side boundary of No.92 Charlotte Street)

Presently unrestricted

-33.881789, 151.126177

50 letters sent

2 responses

Response rate = 4%

2 support (100%)

No objections

I support the idea of the car share bay moving to Alt St in front of the public phone. This is the ideal location for the car share bay as it is not in front of a residential property and the spot is often vacant. Charlotte Street is often parked out, so having the Go Get car in Charlotte Street just makes it harder for anyone who lives in the street to get a parking spot.

It’s very convenient to have the van in a dedicated spot so it’s easy to find

Proposed site meets Council’s car share Policy –

adjacent to the side boundary of single shop / dwelling

Supported – Alt Street near Charlotte Street - first legal parking space around the corner on Alt Street (adjacent to side boundary of No.92 Charlotte Street) south side of Alt Street

Croydon - Thomas Street near Edwin Street

Currently unrestricted.

-33.885013, 151.115505

15 letters sent

2 responses

Response rate = 13%

2 support (100%)

No objections

I am a frequent carshare user, and it comforts me to know this is available.

Proposed site meets Council’s car share Policy –

adjacent to the side boundary of single dwelling

Supported – first space on northern side of Thomas Street east of Edwin Street (adjacent to side boundary of No.45 Edwin Street) after kerb blister and statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ sign.

Leichhardt - George Street - near Treadgold Street

Currently unrestricted

-33.887729, 151.148951

100 letters sent

11 responses

Response rate = 11%

6 support (55%)

1 support – but in alternative location (9%)

4 objections (36%)

There’s already a massive lack of parking space in the area. Most residents of the buildings in George Street are not entitled to a carapace or council permit.

There are already roughly only 15 free parking spots to accommodate hundreds of apartments. George street is the only street around the area that has free parking….

Parking is already a difficult issue for the unit residents and this will not alleviate it. If anything is required it would be more free parking in surrounding streets or at least some parking permits.

reconsider this location and explore more suitable alternatives, such as: The dead-end of George St at Lords Rd, western side of Flood St near Treadgold St, Upward St, Within the nearby Marketplace Leichhardt car park

Proposed site meets Council’s car share Policy – Within high/medium density residential area.

Supported – George Street near Treadgold Street - first legal parking space on the western side of George Street south of Treadgold Street Road, Leichhardt, adjacent to side boundary of No. 30-40 George Street, Leichhardt

Leichhardt - Burfitt Street near Allen Street

Currently unrestricted

-33.880489, 151.148796

40 letters sent

9 responses

Response rate = 23%

4 support (44%)

3 Support – but in alternative location (33%

2 objections (22%)

There is now limited parking available since the new large unit complex has been built recently on the corner of Allen St & Flood St especially in the evening. If there needs to be a Go Get then perhaps on Flood St in front of the Unit complex on the corner of Allen St & Flood St.

Taking an extra space for Go Get cars is unreasonable and will add extra stress on the community

It’s a good location suitable for me

As a resident of over 30 years in this street, I object to a car share in our street. There are already 2 GoGet cars available 2 mins walk away in Darley Road near the Hawthrone Light Rail stop and these cars are usually present when I walk by.

Proposed site meets Council’s car share Policy – Within high/medium density residential area.

Supported - first parking space after the statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ restriction sign on the eastern side of Burfitt Street south Allen Street, adjacent to side boundary of No. 102 Allen Street, Leichhardt

Lilyfield - Justin Street near O'Neill Street

Currently unrestricted

-33.869910, 151.164725

20 letters sent

4 responses

Response rate = 20%

3 support (75%)

1 support – but in alternative location (25%)

No objections

Because using GoGet, is used by all the community and we need a dedicated space. We can't assume there is somewhere to park, because of other people have multiple vehicles.

Parking in Justin Street is already restricted by the 15 minute only allocated parking for the Child Care Centre. 7.00 - 9.30am / 2.30-6pm. This causes residents to park in the side lanes which creates access and safety issues.

Close access to my home

Proposed site meets Council’s car share Policy – within high / medium density residential area.

Supported – Justin Street near O’Neill Street - first legal parking space on the western side of Justin Street south of O’Neill Street, Lilyfield, adjacent to side boundary of No. 29 O'Neill St, Lilyfield

Harrison Street near Marrickville Road, Marrickville - East side of Harrison Street north of Marrickville Road

Currently unrestricted

33.907743

151.150067

50 letters sent

8 responses

Response rate = 16%

4 support (50%)

4 object (50%)

There is limited parking in Harrison St already. The house on the corner has been approved for demolition and units which will result in more cars and no more parking.

Currently not enough parking spaces on this street.

There is inadequate space for a car share bay towards the Marrickville Road end of Harrison Street due to lack of car spaces for residents on this street.

I don't understand why the car is moving from Woodcourt to Harrison?

Convenience.

I use it every week

Lack of a dedicated bay makes things quite difficult when wishing to use the car.

Proposed site meets Council’s car share Policy – on side boundary and within medium density residential area

Supported - the first legal parking space on the eastern side of Harrison Street north of Marrickville Road, Marrickville (adjacent to the side boundary of 343 Marrickville Road). The statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ sign will also be included 10m from the intersection of Harrison Street from Marrickville Road.

Marrickville - Wemyss Street near Newington Road - South side of Newington Road east of Wemyss Street

Currently Unrestricted

33.900598

151.165262

35 letters sent

9 responses

Response rate = 26%

4 support (44%)

4 support – but in alternative location (44%)

1 objection (12%)

Parking is challenging enough on Wemyss St, especially as there are already 3 or more mobility parking spots on this half of the street. This will be taking away another parking spot from residents. An alternative spot a short walk away would be more appropriate.

issues are exacerbated on Saturdays when Newington College has sporting and other events, as well as Sundays when the Addison Road markets are in operation.

As a result, until the Inner West Council provides alternative options we do not support a car sharing bay on Wemyss Street

It will severely impact parking for residents as street parking is at a premium in that location.

Yes but in an alternate location

There need to be more local spots in the Inner West. And not having to cross a major road is important.

I live close by and would like to be able to access this go get car at times

Easy access and more availability

Proposed site meets Council’s car share Policy – on side boundary of a single dwelling

Supported - first space after statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ sign on eastern side of Wemyss Street south of Newington Road

(adjacent to the side boundary of 70 Newington Road)

Station Street north of Enmore Road, Newtown – west side north of Enmore Road and south of Wilford Lane, Newtown

Currently unrestricted

-33.898383, 151.176332

30 letters sent

12 responses

Response rate = 40%

11 support (92%)

1 objection (8%)

I am an intermittent GoGet user but the availability of the service means I don't need to have a car. However at times the distance to the nearest bay is difficult particularly carrying heavy objects.

Very useful service

Convenience

more carshare options is a good thing

There is a strong demand for the service in this area

I don't own a car and rely on goget when I need to get around.

My residence doesn’t qualify for a parking permit so having car share nearby alleviates that inequality

There are barely enough spaces for residents, workers clog the street and park during the day and commute, tradespeople clog the parking all day etc I would support this if you were to offer a compromise and put in a disability spot as well

Proposed site meets Council’s car share Policy – in or immediately adjacent to retail / commercial street and on side boundary of a shop top dwelling

Supported - first space after statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ sign on western side of Station Street north of Enmore Road (adjacent to the side boundary of 47 Enmore Road)

Petersham - Middleton Street near Newington Road - East side of Middleton Street north of Newington Road.

Proposed location is not supported – the proposed location is outside the front of property No.1 Middleton Street

Alternative location - the first 90° angle space after the ‘Mobility’ parking space on the opposite (western) side of Middleton Street north of Newington Road.

Currently unrestricted - ‘90°ANGLE PARKING Rear to Kerb Vehicles under 6m ONLY’

-33.898301, 151.160414

20 letters sent

4 responses

Response rate = 20%

4 support (100%)

No objections

I own a car but used GoGet for many years and support car sharing, as it helps reduce the need for personal car ownership.

We don’t own a car and use GoGet instead. We save a spot in the street, and the GoGet service is essential to us and the neighbourhood.

GoGet is a great service. Please make this car pet friendly.

This GoGet vehicle pod is the closest to my home address in William St Marrickville…..I fully support a dedicated pod parking space be allocated by council to encourage carshare service usage in the area

Proposed site meets Council’s car share Policy – other location (sufficient number of angle parking spaces available)

Supported - first 90° angle parking space after the ‘Mobility’ parking space on the western side of Middleton Street north of Newington Road.

St Peters - May Street near Princes Highway

Proposed location not supported.

Alternative location – the last space before the ‘No Stopping’ sign west of proposed location (approximately 4 spaces west of proposed location).

Currently unrestricted.

-33.908833, 151.180587

50 letters sent

10 responses

Response rate = 20%

8 support (80%)

2 objections (20%)

I use this car regularly, and it's in a high-use area; it needs a dedicated car bay

WE use this frequently;

The current car share in Applebee Street doesn’t have a dedicated spot which makes it difficult to return. I fully support putting this space in as it is well located on the surround road network.

This car spots are important to the neighborhood

There is not enough parking in the area for local residents, business's and people living and working in the area who need the use of a vehicle.

Not enough parking as it currently stands and they would be removing one of the few all day parks

Proposed site meets Council’s car share Policy – adjacent to retail / commercial street and within medium / high density residential area

Supported – first space after statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ sign on southern side of May Street east of Applebee Street, St Peters

Stanmore - Bruce Street near Albany Road

West side of Bruce Street, south of Albany Road near Budds Lane

Currently unrestricted

-33.891479, 151.161908

30 letters sent

2 responses

Response rate = 7%

2 support (100%)

No objections

I have used the vehicles parked in Gordon Crescent - van & car. Good alternative to having your own vehicle.

GoGet is a great service. Please make this car pet friendly

Proposed site meets Council’s car share Policy – on side boundary

Supported - the first legal parking space on the western side of Bruce Street south of Albany Road, Stanmore (adjacent to the side boundary of 147 Albany Road). The statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ sign will also be included 10m from the intersection of Bruce Street and Albany Road.

Stanmore - Holt Street near Cavendish Street

West side of Holt Street north of Cavendish Street, near Stanmore station.

Currently ‘1P 8:30am-6pm Mon-Fri, 8:30am-12:30pm Sat’ restrictions

-33.895658, 151.163873

40 letters sent

9 responses

Response rate = 22%

7 support (78%)

2 objections (22%)

I'm a regular GoGet user and I would love there to be a permanent bay on my street.

Sharing a resource (cars) that is otherwise not used a lot of the time is better for everyone

My partner and I use Go Get a lot and more convenient places to pick up a car would be amazing.

Please make this car pet friendly.

Holt Street and the surrounding streets have already had too many parking spots removed, for either bus zone, school zones, or corner vegetation to assist with visibility. Parking is extremely limited and on weekends when Newington host sporting events, it is even harder for local residents or customers of the shopping precinct to park

My submission (attached) opposes the GETGO proposal because of the number of residents, organisations and consequent volume of traffic using the street.

Proposed site meets Council’s car share Policy – within medium density residential area

Supported - A 5.5m restriction in the first parking space after the statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ sign on western side of Holt Street north of Cavendish Street (adjacent to boundary of No.16 Holt Street) after the kerb blister, Stanmore

Summer Hill - Dover Street near Kensington Road

Existing parking restrictions – ‘2P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri’

-33.890262

151.143382

40 letters sent

6 responses

Response rate = 15%

2 support (33%)

4 objections (77%)

There is limited unrestricted parking in Dover St on the east side for residents and visitors.

It will reduce the parking space for the residents in the street which is already very limited thanks to the two hour parking restrictions.

There are significant parking challenges in Dover street today. Primarily due to (public transport commuters-tram and rail, Norman house, NAPF & baby Gym and flats.

There are also commuters who park in the street given its proximity to Summer Hill Station…. There are many local businesses along my end of Dover Street and Parramatta Road where employees park in the street…. a baby gymnastics place opened recently. I can’t go out between 10am and 2pm weekdays if I expect to get a parking space on the street upon my return…. I have seen one go get car parked twice. I would suggest that demand is not that high in our area.

Not Supported – due to the overwhelming number of concerns raised by the community it is recommended that this location not be supported at this time

Conclusion

Due to community feedback and opposition to one location only fourteen of the fifteen nominated GoGet car share spaces are recommended for installation. The Dover Street near Kensington Road, Summer Hill car share location is recommended not to proceed.

It is recommended that the installation of the proposed other fourteen on-street dedicated GoGet car share parking spaces be approved in order to provide improved parking opportunities for local residents who participate in the car share scheme.

Concept Diagrams

Supported locations are shown graphically below:

Location

Concept Diagram for signage location

Location 1 - Ashfield - Albert Parade near Frederick Street

Location 2 – Nelson Street, Annadale near Albion Street

Location 3 – Ashfield - Alt Street near Charlotte Street

Location 4 - Croydon - Thomas Street near Edwin Street

Location 5 – Leichhardt - George Street - near Treadgold Street

Location 6 – Leichhardt - Burfitt Street near Allen Street

Location 7 - Lilyfield - Justin Street near O'Neill Street

Location 8 – Marrickville - Harrison Street near Marrickville Road,

Location 9 - Marrickville - Wemyss Street near Newington Road

Location 10 – Station Street north of Enmore Road, Newtown

Location 11 – Petersham - Middleton Street near Newington Road

Location 12 –May Street near Princes Highway, St Peters

Location 13 –Bruce Street near Albany Road, Stanmore

Location 14 – Holt Street, Stanmore

GoGet’s Consultation Summary

The following GoGet summary of the consultation results was presented to Council:

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

14 April 2025

Item No: LTC0425(1) Item 3

Subject: Gower Street, Summer Hill - Proposed Kerb Extensions(Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Burwood PAC.)

Prepared By: Boris Muha - Traffic Engineer

Authorised By: Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

RECOMMENDATION

That the detailed design plan (10327) for proposed new kerb extensions to the corners of Gower Street at Sloane Street, with associated pram ramps, signs, line marking, and drainage (as shown in Attachment 1) be approved.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE

This report supports the following strategic directions contained within Council’s Community Strategic Plan:

2: Liveable, connected neighbourhoods and transport

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Council is planning to improve safety in Gower Street, Summer Hill, proposing both sides kerb extension, pits, and new stormwater pipelines along with a set kerb ramps in Gower Street at its intersection with Sloane Street. The proposal aims to improve pedestrian and motorist safety by better defining safe pedestrian crossing points and addresses pedestrian safety and driver behaviour at this location.

BACKGROUND

The proposed kerb extension road narrowing treatment is captured under the Pedestrian Access Mobility Plan (PAMP) 2020 to facilitate and improve pedestrian safety and similarly contribute to traffic calming/control of the area.

DISCUSSION

The following information is provided in discussion.

Figure 1. Locality Plan

Street Name	Gower Street
Carriageway width (m) kerb to kerb	12.8
Carriageway type	Two-way, one travel lane each direction.
Classification	Local
Speed Limit km/h	50 and start of 40 kph High Pedestrian Activity to the east of the intersection.
85^th percentile speed km/h	45.1
Vehicles per day (vpd)	1500
TfNSW available reported crash history (last 5 years)	NIL at or in vicinity of the intersection.
Parking arrangements	Unrestricted parking both sides
Side intersecting street	Sloane Street

Street Name	Sloane Street (at Gower Street)
Carriageway width (m) kerb to kerb	12.8
Carriageway type	Two-way, one travel lane each direction.
Classification	Local
Speed Limit km/h	50 and start of 40 kph High Pedestrian Activity to the north of the intersection.
85^th percentile speed km/h	41.2
Vehicles per day (vpd)	3000
TfNSW available reported crash history (last 5 years)	NIL at or in vicinity of the intersection.
Parking arrangements	Unrestricted parking to both sides,
Side intersecting street	Gower Street.

Table 1. Road Network detail.

The Plan

The following works are proposed and are illustrated on the attached plans in Attachment 1.

Gower Street (at Sloane Street), Summer Hill (Plan No. 10327):

· Reconstruction of two (2) existing stormwater pits,

· Removal of two (2) sets of existing pit’s EKIs and grates-changes existing pits as junction pits,

· Install two (2) new precast concrete encased infill pits’ covers,

· Construction of three (3) new stormwater pits and connect these pits to the exiting stormwater system by laying 375mm diameter of 25m length concrete pipes,

· Reconstruction of existing driveway with layback, extend driveway up to new kerb face,

· Create three (3) new garden beds with native plants,

· Construction of two (2) concrete kerb ramps, at each side of the Gower Street only,

· Realign existing kerb returns as needed to fit kerb extension/garden beds,

· Reconstruction of adjacent concrete footpaths as required to match existing footpath,

· Construction of new kerb and gutter along new kerb extension lines,

· Replacement and lay existing paved footpath adjacent to the south side of Gower Street, pavers size and colour will be matched,

· Install one (1) new ‘No Stopping’ signs and other signs shown in the attached plan,

· Install associated pavement line marking as required, refer to attached plan,

· Proposed to installation of two (2) yellow colour safety steel bollards, for pedestrian, to prevent against vehicles movement from the adjacent off-street parking spaces,

· Some area of road re-sheeting works will be carried out and will define later.

Due to kerb extensions, pedestrians’ walking distance will reduce from 12.8m to 8.4m.

Parking Changes

The proposal will not result any on-street parking spaces both in Gower Street and Sloane Street. Please refer to the attached plans.

Streetlighting

The preliminary investigation revealed that there is sufficient intensity of light due to the existing streetlights in the vicinity, therefore no additional streetlights have been proposed. Additional lights will result lighting spillages to the adjacent properties.

Other Information

The kerb extensions in this case are integrated into the footpath for improved street scape presence in the shopping centre of Summer Hill to the northside of the railway station. Drainage changes are involved with the proposed kerb extensions being integrated into the footpath.

The proposal improves pedestrian safety with pedestrians crossing over a shorter distance in the view of traffic. The proposal also calms and controls traffic moving around the intersection. The GIVE-WAY lines are moved out in line with the proposed painted islands on the Sloane Street corners of the intersection.

Various design vehicle turning paths are provided in Attachment 2.

Consultation

A letter outlining the proposal was mailed out to (11) properties (155 letters (inclusive of unit apartment residents and non-residing owners)) in Gower Street and Sloane Street, Summer Hill. (see also map of consultation area Figure 2).

Figure 2- Consultation Area - One (1) resident submission was received in support with concerns.

The resident concerns are tabled below together with the officer’s response.

Residents Comments

Officers Response

· Will the proposal improve the sightline for east-bound drivers on Gower Street? Currently, vehicles that park on the NW corner of Gower & Sloane Streets can impede the vision of these drivers of southbound traffic. This results in Gower St users edging forward into Sloane Street to confirm safe progress. Near misses with south bound Sloane Street traffic have occurred because of this.

· Will pavement marking reminding pedestrians to <look> be added in the design?

· Is the lighting of the proposed pedestrian accessway sufficient? The nearest street lamp appears to be some distance away on Sloane Street, and the nearest on Gower Street (north side) is obstructed by vegetation. With the new crossing location being set back from the intersection, this may result in pedestrians not being seen. It may be feasible to put a street lamp on the southern side of Gower Street.

· Sight Distance – The current proposal is to bring forward the give-way line by 2.2m, in line with the parked cars. This will improve the line of sight of vehicles coming out of Gower Street and the traffic in Sloane Street.

‘No stopping’ at the statutory distance of 10 metres is added on the northwestern corner of Sloane Street to prevent illegal parking (close to the intersection) and similar improve the line of sight of vehicle coming out of Gower Street.

· <LOOK> pavement marked wording has been added to the pram ramps in the design.

· The current lighting at this location is deemed sufficient.

Conclusion

In view of the above, it is recommended that the detailed design plan (10327) for proposed new kerb extensions to the corners of Gower Street at Sloane Street, with associated pram ramps, signs, line marking, and drainage (as shown in Attachment 1) be approved.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The project is listed in Council’s Traffic Facilities Capital Works program to be carried out in 2025/2026, subject to funding and programming. The work is estimated to be around $125,000.

ATTACHMENTS

1.⇩	Proposed kerb extensions in Gower Street at Sloane Street, Summer Hill.
2.⇩	Various design vehicle turning paths (6 Sheets)

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

14 April 2025

Item No: LTC0425(1) Item 5

Subject: Final Draft Annandale LATM Study(Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

Prepared By: Jason Scoufis - Coordinator Traffic Investigations and Road Safety

Authorised By: Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

RECOMMENDATION

1. That the final draft Annandale Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Study be endorsed for community consultation.

2. The report be placed on Public Exhibition, providing a minimum 28 days for community feedback and the results be reported back to the Traffic Committee.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE

This report supports the following strategic directions contained within Council’s Community Strategic Plan:

2: Liveable, connected neighbourhoods and transport

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Council has prepared the final draft Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) study to address key community concerns about traffic, pedestrian and cycling facilities in the Annandale LATM precinct area.

The recommendations aim to align with Council policies and strategies, with an emphasis on improving pedestrian and cyclist movements, whilst retaining safe and acceptable traffic volume and speeds in local streets.

BACKGROUND

As part of Council’s Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Strategy Review Program Council has prepared the final draft Annandale LATM study.

The study area is bounded by City West Link, Parramatta Road, Balmain Road, The Crescent, Johnstons Creek, Wigram Road and Mallett Street.

The final draft report is provided in Attachment 1 and the Engagement Outcomes Report is provided in Attachment 2.

In developing recommendations for the LATM Study, consideration was given to incorporate the following principals of Local Area Traffic Management:

· Reduction in vehicle speeds.

· Minimise traffic levels and intruding traffic in a local street.

· Minimise crash risk.

· Improve local amenity by:

o Reducing car use

o Increasing use of public transport

o Increasing walking and cycling

o Improving the streetscape

Traffic tube counts and intersection counts were collected, and crash history was reviewed to assist the study. Further site observations and review of community engagement outcomes also assisted to determine what type of facility was warranted in specific locations.

Booth Street

It should be noted that Booth Street and its intersections, has been separately assessed as part of the 40km/h High Pedestrian Activity areas (HPAAs) investigation report which was recently submitted to TfNSW for formal review. A number of proposed traffic calming and pedestrian improvements are included in the HPAA Study of Booth Street, and it includes a recommendation to extend the 40 km HPAA to Alfred Street and Alexandra Drive.

Hinsby Park Future Park Improvements

Council at its meeting held 18th February 2025 considered a report on the Community Engagement Outcomes for Hinsby Park Future Park Improvements and recommended in part:

That as part of its development of a Local Area Traffic Management study for Annandale, Council include consideration of the traffic management engagement outcomes which have been highlighted in the report.

Key community issues which were raised during the engagement process for Hinsby Park which related specifically to traffic impacts included:

· Consideration for pedestrian crossing and/or traffic calming on Piper Street South and Piper Street North.

· Requests to make Piper Street South and Piper Street North a one way pair.

· Requests for a traffic safety audit with the need to undertake such a study in the immediate period when the school finishes (Annandale North Public School-3pm)

· Addressing boat and trailer parking in the area (loss of car parking spaces)

· Options and investigations for improving visibility crossing the road between the Park and the residential area (both sides of Piper Street North and South).

Regarding the above community issues, the draft LATM report includes a number of recommendations to improve pedestrian safety and amenity around Hinsby Park. These include installing raised pedestrian crossings in Piper Street North at Johnston Street, Piper Street South at View Street and Trafalgar Street at Piper Street South. Kerb extensions are also proposed in Piper Street North at View Street as part of the recommendations. Council has also requested TfNSW install a one car space ‘No Stopping 7am-10am, 3pm-6pm Mon-Fri’ in Johnston Street north of Piper Street South along the Hinsby Park frontage to improve sight lines in peak times for vehicles exiting Piper Street South sighting southbound vehicles in Johnston Street. These recommendations have taken into consideration observations by Council’s traffic engineers including during school finishing time at Annandale North Public School of 3pm.

It is not proposed to implement a one way pair in Piper Street North and South, as it will lead to an increase in speeds in both streets as there will be no opposing traffic flow. It will also significantly restrict access for vehicles heading northbound in Johnston Street who would not be able to turn right if Piper Street North was converted to one way eastbound and Piper Street South one way westbound as per a conventional road traffic flow due to the concrete median island in Johnston Street. This would redistribute northbound traffic from Johnston Street to View Street and Trafalgar Street. Under the alternative arrangement, where Piper Street South was one way eastbound and Piper Street North one way westbound, it would not be able to head northbound into Johnston Street from either of these roads as right turns would not be permitted, thereby redistributing this traffic onto View Street and Trafalgar Street to access The Crescent.

The issue relating to boat and trailer parking lies outside of the scope of the LATM and will be investigated by Council’s Traffic Team.

Summary of Recommendations

A summary of the recommendations is detailed below.

· Install a 10 km/h Shared Zone including conversion to one way northbound in Wells Street subject to TfNSW approval.

· Convert the full length of Whites Creek Lane and Macquarie Street between Albion Street and Whites Creek Lane to a 10 km/h Shared Zone subject to TfNSW approval.

· Install pedestrian/cyclist crossing in Styles Street at Whites Creek Lane.

· Install pedestrian/cyclist crossing in Piper Street at Whites Creek.

· Install pedestrian/cyclist crossing in Brenan Street at Whites Creek (between White Street and Railway Parade).

· The existing sections of linemarked median island in Styles Street between Alfred Street and Mackenzie Street be remarked and infilled with a painted treatment.

· Install kerb blisters in Annandale Street at Parramatta Road.

· Install kerb extensions and widen median islands in Reserve Street at Annandale Street.

· Install raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Piper Street west of Annandale Street.

· Install kerb extensions on all 4 legs of the Annandale Street/Albion Street intersection.

· Undertake kerb realignment works in Hutchinson Street at Pritchard Street.

· Widen existing median islands at the Collins Street/Annandale Street intersection.

· Widen existing pedestrian refuge islands in all 4 legs of the Rose Street/Trafalgar Street intersection.

· Realign the kerb extensions and square off the View Street/The Crescent intersection.

· Widen the existing median island in Trafalgar Street at The Crescent to provide a wider gap for pedestrians and modify the adjacent kerb extensions.

· Install a roundabout at Young Street/Albion Street.

· A raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing be provided on the eastern leg (Styles Street) of the Leichhardt Street/Mackenzie Street/Styles Street intersection.

· A No Right Turn vehicles over 6 metres restriction be installed facing southbound vehicles in John Street at Hill Street.

· Install a road closure in Nelson Street at The Crescent (cyclists excepted).

· Install a raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Piper Street South immediately west of View Street.

· Replace the two rubber speed humps in Brenan Street between Catherine Street and Percival Street.

· Install a continuous footpath treatment to cross Prospect Street at Balmain Road.

· Install a raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Trafalgar Street (southern leg) at Albion Street.

· Convert Piper Lane between Piper Street and Rose Street to a 10km/h Shared Zone subject to TfNSW approval.

· Install indented parking bays in White Street between Moore Street and Brenan Street.

· Continuous footpath treatments be provided to cross Johnstons Lane at Collins Street (both sides) including kerb extensions at the intersection.

· Install a roundabout at Young Street/Reserve Street intersection.

· Install No Stopping in John Street at both unnamed laneways.

· Undertake audit of signs to reduce signs and stems impacting on footpaths in Styles Street.

· Upgrade pedestrian refuge to a pedestrian crossing in Railway Parade west of Rozelle Bay Light Rail Station including speed cushions.

· Install No Parking on northern side of Bungay Street.

· Convert Hutchinson Lane to a 10kmh Shared Zone.

· Convert Prospect Street & Pine Square to a 10kmh Shared Zone.

· Install continuous footpath treatments at Albion Lane intersections with Johnston Street, Annandale Street, Young Street and Macquarie Street.

· Request TfNSW investigate improvements to vehicle and pedestrian safety in The Crescent between View Street and William Street.

· Linemark angled parking bays in Trafalgar Street between Booth Street and Rose Street.

· Install raised pedestrian crossing in Trafalgar Street between Piper Street South and Piper Street North.

· Install raised pedestrian crossing in Piper Street North at Johnston Street.

· Install kerb extensions in Rose Street at Piper Lane.

· Install 3 tonne load limit restriction in John Street, Hill Street and Emma Street.

· Install kerb extensions in Emma Street at Styles Street.

· Upgrade median island in Alfred Street at Styles Street.

· Install a Continuous Footpath Treatment in Bayview Crescent at Pritchard Street.

· Install kerb extensions Piper Street North and View Street.

· Install 90-degree angle parking in Annesley Street between Mackenzie Street and Catherine Street.

· Request TfNSW install a 6-metre length of No Stopping 7am-10am, 3pm-6pm Mon-Fri.

· Install raised pedestrian crossings on the northern leg and eastern leg of the Rose Street/Annandale Street intersection.

Public Consultation

Council undertook a survey through Council’s Yoursay website with invitation letters mailed out to stakeholders and residents within the study area in November 2023. A total of 237 participants completed the online survey and made 581 contributions. A further 73 contributed via email.  An additional 3 responses were received from key stakeholders and community groups and one petition was received.

The main outcomes of the first stage of consultation are that the problems identified by the greatest number of respondents are pedestrian safety issues, followed by driver behaviour and the third most raised issue was parking behaviour.

Regarding specific streets, The Crescent and Johnston Street (both State Roads) and Annadale Street have the highest level of concern for pedestrian safety. In terms of driver behaviour issues The Crescent (State Road) near Trafalgar Street and View Street is raised as Wells Street, Styles Street and Young Street. In relation to parking behaviour, Wells Street and Trafalgar Street have been raised as well as illegal parking outside of Annandale Public School.

The results of the consultation are included in the Engagement Outcome Report as provided in Appendix A of the Final Draft LATM Report.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The cost of proposed treatments as listed in the draft proposed treatments arising from the Annandale LATM Study is estimated to cost approximately $3,633,300 (including GST). This cost takes into consideration 10% contingency. This includes a total of $2,312,200 (including GST and contingency) in High Priority Works. Once the LATM Study is adopted, detailed design and construction will be scheduled.

The recommendations will be addressed on a priority basis and matters requiring linemarking and signposting only will be funded through existing operational budgets. Capital works projects will need to prioritised within Council’s limited Traffic Facilities Budget competing with other traffic projects for funding. Some projects may also be submitted for various State government and Federal Government Funding opportunities.

ATTACHMENTS

1.⇩	Annandale LATM Final Draft Report
2.⇩	Annandale LATM Appendix A Traffic Counts
3.⇩	Annandale LATM Engagement Outcomes Report

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

14 April 2025

Item No: LTC0425(1) Item 8

Subject: Myrtle Street, Leichhardt - Proposed 10km/H Shared Zone And Line-Marked Parking Bays (Gulgadya -Leichhardt/Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

Prepared By: Charbel El Kazzi - Traffic Engineer

Authorised By: Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

RECOMMENDATION

1. That the attached detailed design plan (No. 10311) for the Proposed 10km/h Shared Zone and associated linemarking and signage in Myrtle Street between Elswick and Ivory Street, Leichhardt be approved, subject to TfNSW approval of the reduced speed limit.

2. That a review be undertaken 6 months after the implementation of the 10km/h Shared Zone in Myrtle Street, Leichhardt.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE

This report supports the following strategic directions contained within Council’s Community Strategic Plan:

2: Liveable, connected neighbourhoods and transport

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Council has prepared a detailed design plan for a 10 km/hr Shared Zone and marked footpath parking for Myrtle Street, Leichhardt (between Elswick Street and Ivory Street). The proposal aims to improve safety for pedestrians and motorists and was developed through previous community consultation to formalise parking on the footpath within marked parking bays, whilst maintaining a clear travel lane and improving pedestrian amenity.

BACKGROUND

Concerns were raised through a petition from residents of Myrtle Street regarding the current speed and volume of vehicles in the street. The issue was exacerbated due to the narrow width of the road and vehicles parking on the footpath on both sides of the street between Elswick Street and Ivory Street, resulting in pedestrians being forced on the road and creating a safety issue.

Subsequently Council undertook community engagement on a 10km/h Shared Zone and footpath parking scheme between Ivory Street and Elswick Street. The proposal was intended to legalise parking of vehicles partially on the footpath within marked bays while maintaining a clear travel lane and providing a 1.2m width for pedestrian amenity. The proposal also featured two sections with pavement surface treatment intended to reduce vehicle speeds.

Two options for Myrtle Street were proposed in January 2023 and was considered by the Local Traffic Committee on 20 March 2023. At the time, 21 responses were received with five (24%) in support of footpath parking bays, fourteen (67%) in support of a 10km/h Shared Zone and footpath parking. Two (2) responses were undecided/supporting neither option.

Council subsequently adopted Option 2, and the project was included in Council’s Capital Works program. A detailed design plan has now been prepared with the following works as illustrated on the attached plan:

· Provide new marked parking bays on footpath, except for in front of No.1 to 17 Myrtle Street (north Side) where new marked parking bays are at kerb side.

· Reconstruct existing sections of damaged concrete footpath with new concrete footpath.

· Provide new heritage red pavement surface and “10” patch at entry points into Myrtle Street from Ivory Street and Elswick Street.

· Provide new asphalt roadway with heritage red Duratherm street print in front of No. 16 Myrtle Street.

· Install associated pavement line markings and signage as shown in plan.

DISCUSSION

A letter outlining the detailed design was issued to the properties shown in the distribution map below. Four (4) submissions were received in response, with two (2) in support and two (2) objections. A summary of the comments with officer’s response is summarized within the below table.

Resident Concerns

Officer Feedback

Resident asks that parking bays in front of 19 and 19a Myrtle Street to not be on footpath but instead on roadway.

Relocating the proposed footpath parking bays clear of the footpath will result in the road carriageway being less than 3.0m in width which will be inadequate for general vehicular traffic. The parking bays are generally 2.1m width and it may be possible for small vehicles or motorbikes to be parked within the parking bay and within the roadway.

While a 10km/hr speed limit is a sensible measure, it relies solely on voluntary compliance rather than physical speed control. Our observations indicate that vehicles frequently exceed 60 to 70 km/hr, particularly at the section where Myrtle Street transitions from a wide road at Flood Street to a single lane from Ivory Lane to Elswick Street.

Without stringent enforcement against parking along boundary fences that block pedestrian access, Shared Zones will continue to force pedestrians onto the road. This results in frequent emergency braking and near-misses, predominantly involving children due to the proximity of the park.

Weekly speed counts data collected in Myrtle Street indicate no vehicles were captured travelling higher than 60km/h, with the 85th percentile speed being 39km/h. The implementation of a 10km/h Shared Zone is expected to reduce non-local traffic by reducing vehicle speeds and requiring drivers to give way and utilise existing driveways in order to pass opposing vehicles. Additionally, Council will undertake a review 6 months following the implementation and determine if additional measures are required.

The implementation of a 10km/h Shared Zone with footpath parking has been had a 67% support in the previous consultation in January 2023.

The intention of a Shared Zone is to have vehicles give way to pedestrians as separation in not feasible due to the narrow road environment, and require vehicle speeds to be limited to 10km/h.

Establish a no-stopping or no-parking zone on one side of Myrtle Street. This would eliminate the need for extensive infrastructure work, requiring only the installation of appropriate signage.

Implement a two-hour parking limit for non-residents. This will reduce the volume of parked cars on either side of the road, creating safer spaces for both pedestrians and vehicles to pass each other.

There have been careful considerations of the street layout in the detailed design, and having parking removed on one side of the street will create a car-centric road environment which would not be suitable for ensuring pedestrian safety. This will also reduce available parking for the community.

Requests for a 2P resident parking scheme should be made separately to Council in writing. Investigation work on these can commence when multiple requests from the subject street is received.

The road carries a significant volume of traffic, especially during peak hours which overlaps with peak pedestrian activity. The street is used as a rat tun to avoid traffic lights on both Marion Street and Parramatta Road. The width of the road reserve is only suitable for local traffic (or one way).

The existing streetscape encourages vehicles to accelerate and does not look like an area of pedestrian prioritisation over vehicles with the absence of street trees, planted verges etc and Large building setbacks to the southern side of street

The existing linemarking on the western portion of Myrtle Street (near ivory lane) funnels vehicles at speed. The double centre linemarking is not consistent with an area that prioritises pedestrians over cars, or an area where a driver should anticipate pedestrian to be occupying the street.

Elswick/Myrtle/Reuss St’s is the only 4-way intersection on Elswick Street or Flood Street that doesn’t have a roundabout or lights. This intersection also sits at the bottom of a hill in both directions. People dangerously run this intersection, especially from Reuss to Myrtle without stopping. Nothing in this plan addresses this safety issue.

Refer to above response.

The implementation of a one-way restriction will encourage higher vehicle speeds and a car-centric road environment as it won’t require vehicles to slow down and navigate approaching vehicles within the narrow street.

The Myrtle Street/Reuss Street intersection will be included in the 6 month post-implementation review of Myrtle Street.

The existing footpath width being 1.4m-1.6m is insufficient to include tree pits for street trees as a footpath width of 1.8m is typically required. Street tree planting would only be possible if on-street parking is removed.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The project is estimated to cost $62,000 and is to be funded under Councils Capital Works program to be completed in the 2025/26 financial year.

ATTACHMENTS

1.⇩

Proposed 10 km/h Shared Zone and Footpath Parking Scheme - Myrtle Street Plan

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

14 April 2025

Item No: LTC0425(1) Item 14

Subject: Shepherd Street, Marrickville - Proposed '1P 6pm-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area M9' (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Inner West PAC/Summer Hill Electorate)

Prepared By: James Nguyen - Traffic Engineer

Authorised By: Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

RECOMMENDATION

That the proposed parking restrictions signposted as ‘1P 6pm-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area M9’ and ‘No Stopping’ on the northern side of Shepherd Street between Chapel Lane and Handley Street be approved.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE

This report supports the following strategic directions contained within Council’s Community Strategic Plan:

2: Liveable, connected neighbourhoods and transport

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Upon receiving a petition from residents of Shepherd Street, Marrickville. Council initiated an investigation for implementing residential parking restrictions in Shepherd Street, Marrickville.

A parking utilisation survey was carried out and it was found that there were high parking occupancies on Shepherd Street during the evening period.

Accordingly, Council officer’s proposed timed permit parking restrictions on the northern side of Shepherd Street, signposted as ‘1P 6pm-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area M9’, and consulted on this proposal with households and businesses. This report provides the results of this survey. Consultation with owners and occupiers in Shepherd Street indicated that there was sufficient support to implement the proposed ‘1P 6pm-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area M9’ restrictions.

BACKGROUND

Council received a petition from households in Shepherd Street, Marrickville during the community consultation of the Marrickville Special Entertainment Precinct proposal. Households on Shepherd Street raised concerns that this proposal will affect parking opportunities on Shepherd Street during the evening and nighttime. Furthermore, concerns were also raised about vehicles from nearby business occupying parking spaces overnight.

DISCUSSION

Council officer’s completed parking occupancy surveys on Shepherd Street, Marrickville to assess parking utilisation during the evening period on Thursday 8 August 2024. The results are shown in Table 1 below:

Table 1 - Parking survey results

Street	Between	Side	Occupancy rate (7pm)
Shepherd Street	Chapel Lane and Handley Street	Northern	88%
Shepherd Street	Chapel Street and Jabez Street	Southern	85%

The parking occupancy rates shown in Table 1 indicates the parking utilisation on Shepherd Street exceeds the 85 per cent threshold to warrant consideration of parking restriction implementation during the evening period. Site inspections completed also revealed there may be long-term parked or abandoned vehicles along Shepherd Street, which could occupy parking spaces during the evening.

Council introduces Residential Parking Schemes (RPS) outside of residential properties to minimise impacts from other uses in the street or nearby streets which also generate a need for parking (i.e., commuter, industrial, commercial, parks, churches etc). RPS are introduced for the benefit of residents of an area given that the availability of on-street parking is limited in relation to the demand. The scheme ensures that residents are provided with the best opportunity to find parking. Where implemented a residential parking scheme is generally placed on one side of the street. This approach aims to give eligible households in the scheme area, who take up a permit, a greater chance of finding parking closer to their property whilst still providing parking opportunities for other users such as businesses in the area, their patrons, visitors to the area and households that are not eligible to participate in the scheme.

To balance the needs of daytime parking for nearby businesses and employees with resident parking during the evening, and turnover of parking to support the Marrickville Special Entertainment Precinct, a timed permit parking restriction signposted as ‘1P 6pm-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area M9’ is proposed on the northern side of Shepherd Street, between Chapel Lane and Handley Street with approximately 23 spaces proposed. Whilst parking utilisation is also high on the southern side of Shepherd Street, this side of Shepherd Street is proposed to remain unrestricted, for households and businesses with longer term parking or those that may not wish to obtain a parking permit.

Public Consultation

A total of 49 consultation letters were sent out households and businesses on Shepherd Street between Chapel Lane and Handley Street on Monday 24 February 2025.

There were a total of 21 responses received with 13 responses supporting and eight (8) responses opposing the proposal. The overall response rate was 43% of which 62% were in support and 38% opposed. The support rate is just under the required 65 per cent support rate required. However, given the higher response rate, the support falling just short of 65% (i.e. one (1) more response in support received would have increased the support rate to 67 per cent) and thus is considered acceptable in this case. Comments which were received during the community engagement phase are listed below

Resident’s comments	Officer’s response
There is typically parking available at night after 6pm except for Friday and Saturday night. Parking issues are experienced during the daytime	Residential parking demand during the daytime is typically lower. Accordingly, the proposed timed permit parking restrictions of ‘1P 6pm-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area M9’ were proposed to increase parking opportunities during the evening period when households return home from work.
Please consider rear to kerb angle parking on Shepherd Street to increase parking spaces	Council previously consulted on angle parking in Shepherd Street in 2017. It was found that the majority of residents in Shepherd Street did not support the angle parking proposal.
Parking conditions are acceptable on Shepherd Street during the daytime and night time. Installing timed parking will affect daytime businesses and nightlife. All day parking is more flexible and accessible for businesses and residents	The proposed parking restrictions are during the evening and only on one-side of Shepherd Street. The timed restrictions will free up parking from long-term vehicles to improve parking opportunities for households and nearby businesses.
The issue is dumped cars and buses that occupy parking spaces and households that have multiple cars.	Timed permit parking restrictions on one-side of Shepherd Street will reduce the possibility of the dumped cars and long-term parked vehicles which current unrestricted spaces allow opportunity for.
Most residents already have rear lane garage access. Permit parking restrictions will make the parking conditions on Shepherd Street unfair.	Households may have an additional car, which cannot be accommodated off-street within their single garage. Council permits these households to a single parking permit, to park within timed areas with exemptions. The timed parking permit restrictions are also proposed on one-side of the street to allow for those who require longer term parking to use the other side of Shepherd Street.
Permit parking restrictions will make the street exclusive to residents and unfair to businesses and trades people who need access to properties on the street to work as well. The restrictions will make Marrickville less inclusive and a great place to live.	Timed permit parking restrictions are proposed on one-side of the street, with the other side left unrestricted. This seeks to balance the parking needs of both residents and businesses.
There is difficulty finding parking in the day and night	Residential parking demand during the daytime is typically lower. Accordingly, the proposed timed permit parking restrictions of ‘1P 6pm-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area M9’ were proposed to increase parking opportunities during the evening period when households return home from work and minimise impacts to businesses that may require longer term and flexible parking during the daytime.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The installation of the proposed signs is to be funded under the signs and linemarking budget.

ATTACHMENTS

1.⇩

Proposed parking changes - Shepherd Street Marrickville

Street Name	Mary Street Lilyfield
Kerb to Kerb Width (m)	10.3m
Carriageway Type	Two-way, one travel lane each direction
Classification	Local
Speed Limit	50km/h
85^th Percentile Speed	40km/h
Average Traffic Volume	2,090 veh/day
Available TfNSW recorded crash history last 5 years (2018-2023)	No reported crashes near the intersection of Mary Street and Perry Street
Parking Arrangements	Parking permitted on both sides

Street Name	Darling Street
Kerb to Kerb Width (m)	12.6m
Carriageway Type	Two-way, one travel lane each direction. Bicycle logo mixed traffic arrangement.
Classification	Regional Road
Speed Limit	40km/h
85^th Percentile Speed	35.3km/h
Average Traffic Volume	11,000 veh/day
Available TfNSW recorded crash history last 5 years (2018-2023)	2020 – RUM code 0 – Vehicle-Pedestrian - Minor injury – Darling Street at Nelson Street
Parking Arrangements	Parking permitted on both sides

Date	Location	Degree	Road User Movement code Description
June 2020	Allen St, on the spot of Norton St Leichhardt	Injury Pedestrian involved	0: Pedestrian near side
January 2021	Allen St, on the spot of Norton St Leichhardt	Injury	37: Left turn sideswipe
August 2022	Allen St west of Norton St Leichhardt	Injury	44: Parking vehicles

Pedestrian and vehicle count Allen Street at Norton Street, Leichhardt
Date	Time	Pedestrian	Bike	Vehicle
5 March 2024	13:00 – 14:00	33	1	265
5 March 2024	9:00 – 10:00	51	8	225

Item	Assessment (Good, Fair, Poor)	Comments	Recommendation
Sight lines	Fair	Narrow footpath and high wall. Large power pole obstructing sight lines	· Replace existing advance warning signs · Note: Increasing footpath width or set back of property line not feasible
Signage condition	Poor	Damaged warning (W6-2) sign, bent parking stem and obscured warning (R3-1) sign	· Replace existing advance warning sign (W6-2) · Straighten bent stem for R3-1 sign · Relocate R3-1 sign
Line marking condition	Fair	Faded ‘LOOK’ logo and zebra line marking	· Repaint ‘LOOK’ patch and zebra line marking

1.⇩	Calvert Street at Illawarra Road - Works Plan
2.⇩	Marrickville Road at Frampton Avenue - Works Plan

Easter Street Parking Proposal
Yes	4 (28.5%)
Yes, on the condition that Council can guarantee increased enforcement	2 (14.3%)
No	8 (57.1%)
Total	14

Resident Comments	Officers Response
My concern is that the street is currently zoned as no parking, and this isn’t adhered to or enforced. As it stands today, we aren’t able to either get out or in from our garage consistently as it is often blocked by parked cars. I know other residents have similar issues. (4 similar comments)	Council has noted a history of illegal parking within the street with records showing Compliance officers have taken action against illegal parking. Council’s rangers operate a combination of routine patrolling regime and respond to specific requests for individual reports.
I operate a business that relies on regular deliveries from large commercial trucks, as well as the timely pickup of commercial garbage bins. With the current illegal parking situation on both streets already causing significant issues, such as blocked access for deliveries and garbage collection, I am extremely concerned that the removal of parking restrictions will exacerbate these problems. (Anonymous submission)	Council’s intention was to provide parking areas where deliveries and servicing of commercial bins would be possible. Currently deliveries are permissible in a No Parking zone.
Allowing unrestricted parking will likely lead to more vehicles parking illegally. This is a sensitive area and residents prefer the ‘No Parking’ zone to remain in place (7 similar comments).	Council has noted residents’ concerns with a potential that this will have on increasing existing and persistent illegal parking behaviour.
Nowhere in Leichhardt currently allows unrestricted parking, meaning vehicles could be left in place 24/7, 365 days a year. This opens the street to all types of vehicles, including semi-trailers, caravans, boats, and large haulers, creating serious congestion in an already busy area. It is not appropriate to convert Easter Street into a parking zone.	Unrestricted parking can be found in many streets in the area including Flood Street and sections of National Street.
Please be advised that we have been operating out of these premises since 2019 and have seen the parking issue go from good to worse. It is essential for me and my clients to be able to park on or along Easter St. Flood St, National St and Parramatta Road is usually fully parked. I hope you will consider parking on Easter St for it is important for the viability of my business. (4 similar comments)	Parking is already not permissible in Easter Street and has been for many years. Unrestricted parking is currently available in Flood Street and in sections of National Street. If the proposed parking arrangement is to be implemented in Easter Street, support from both residents and businesses is required.

Resident’s comments	Officer’s response
The proposal will maximise parking and make a big difference in the area	Noted.
Consider line marking the parallel parking spaces	Line marking parallel parking spaces generally reduces the number of parking spaces as the length of bays are required to be longer, which may not gain spaces and formalise current parking conditions. Line marking parallel spaces are not recommended in this instance
Consider line marking the angle parking spaces between no.3 and no.7 Goodsell Street as well	These spaces have been included in the final revised plan.
Consider line marking the seven (7) spaces on Council Street as well	The seven (7) spaces on Council Street are parallel parking spaces. Line marking of parallel parking spaces generally result in a reduction of parking as the length of bays are longer. It is not recommended to line mark the parallel spaces on Council Street.
Request that the grass be reinstated between no.3 and no.7 as part of the works	This request has been raised with the relevant team
Can wheel stops be considered at parallel parking locations?	Wheel stops cannot be considered at parallel parked locations.
Wheel stops will only partially address the stormwater overland flow issues and there is a lack of adequate stormwater infrastructure. Can the relevant team at Council investigate the stormwater issues further?	Council’s Stormwater and Asset Planning team have advised to install wheel stops as part of the line marking proposal to reduce flooding impacts. They will be advised of the on-going issues and to investigate further a permanent solution.
The wheel stops will increase the stormwater flow rate and allow flash flooding to flow faster and make the problem worse. The stormwater problems occurred as a result of the development of the units at no.1 Goodsell Street as it increased the stormwater runoff. Council should consult its flood management plans and mitigation strategies and not address this as a residential parking problem. This problem should be properly addressed by council outside the scope of this proposal by the IWCs flood management plans.	Council’s Stormwater and Asset Planning team have advised to install wheel stops as part of the line marking proposal to reduce flooding impacts. They will be advised of the flash flooding concerns and of the on-going issues to investigate further a permanent solution.
For the proposal to mark 2.5m 90 degree parking places on the south side of Goodsell Street, the placement of trees and other herbaceous areas prevents access to car boots/trunks and enforcement of placement of cars using painted lines will impede the utility of the area. Currently there is a degree of organic organisation which manages this.	Parking bays are proposed to be 5.4 metres deep which allows for a buffer between the kerb line and trees that may impact rear boot access.