Minutes of Local Traffic Committee - Monday, 14 April 2025

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

Minutes 14 April 2025

Minutes of Meeting held on 14 April 2025

Meeting commenced at 11:03 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)
Liz Atkins	Councillor – Damun - Stanmore Ward
Bill Holliday	Representative for Kobi Shetty MP, Member for Balmain
Miriama Tamata	Representative for Jenny Leong MP, Member for Newtown
Nina Fard	Transport for NSW (TfNSW)

NON VOTING MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE

Michael Takla	Representative for Transit Systems
Jason Scoufis	IWC’s Acting 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

Rebecca Bestic	Public Speaker (Item 11)
Resident Of 26 Empire Street	Public Speaker (Item 12)
James Pullar	Public Speaker (Item 13)
George Piazza	Public Speaker (Item 13)
Bernhard Huber	Public Speaker (Item 14)
Jon Farry	Public Speaker (Item 14)

APOLOGIES:

Sgt Charles Buttrose	NSW Police – Leichhardt Police Area Command
Graeme McKay	Representative for Jo Haylen MP, Member for Summer Hill

DISCLOSURES OF INTERESTS:

Nil.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

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

MATTERS ARISING FROM COUNCIL’S RESOLUTION OF MINUTES

Nil.

LTC0425(1) Item 1 Inner West LGA - Proposal for GoGet car share parking spaces (All wards, all electorates, all PACs)

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.

Officers 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.

DISCUSSION:

The Chairperson tabled in some correspondence received from a resident regarding point 11 of the recommendation. The resident noted that they opposed the recommendation to have a GOGET carshare restriction in Middleton Street due to the existing parking issues and pressures on the street. The resident noted that there is already limited parking available on Middleton Street, and residents often compete for parking spaces with the students and teachers from the nearby Newington College. It was noted that the parking issues are often exacerbated during school sports days. The resident notes that although they have off-street parking, they often experience people parking across their driveway and are unable to access their property.

The Representative for TfNSW requested a copy of the correspondence sent in by the resident.

The Chairperson raised concerns regarding what processes are in place for carshare companies to follow before Council can approve a carshare space. The Chairperson questioned whether the process should be similar to Council’s requirements for Resident Parking Scheme (RPS) investigations, it was noted that the carshare companies do the community consultation themselves, and often, the response rates from the consultation are low.

Council Officers noted that as Resident Parking Schemes usually affect the whole street, Council requires a minimum number of responses to be received to determine what the majority of the residents of the street want. It was noted that with carshare proposals, it is usually just one parking space that is affected, which is why the response rate is usually lower as there is less direct impact to the people in the surrounding area. Council Officers also noted that the carshare operators also often do community consultation a little further than the required area as a marketing strategy to advertise their carshare business to the nearby residents. Council Officers noted that the guidelines for Resident Parking Schemes may not be required due to the lower impact of the proposal when compared with Resident Parking Schemes.

The Chairperson noted that his concerns regarding the consultation processes and questioned if Council oversees their processes. Council Officers advised that Council liaise with the carshare operators and review their draft letters before they are sent out to the residents. Council Officers noted that they provide guidelines on what needs to be reported back to Council, i.e. how many responses were sent and how many responses were received etc. as well as the consultation parameters. Council Officers also noted that the carshare operators also provide survey data regarding their proposed carshare spots.

The Chairperson noted that there should be a better system in place for the community consultation process for the proposed carshare spaces and suggested the possibility of the carshare operators doing community consultation via door knocking to ensure a clearer response is provided.

Council Officers questioned that if the surveys provide the details of the person undertaking the survey and whether they are directly impacted by the parking space. It was noted that survey submissions were submitted to a website, and the person providing feedback could either choose to supply their details or do so anonymously.

Councillor Atkins requested the proposed carshare space in Wemyss Street south of Newington Road be reviewed due to similar objections received as tabled earlier by the resident regarding Middleton Street.

The Chairperson suggested amending the recommendation to remove parts 9 and 11 in the officer's recommendation relating to the approval of the carshare space on the eastern side of Wemyss Street south of Newington Road (adjacent to the side boundary of 70 Newington Road), Marrickville and the carshare space on the western side of Middleton Street north of Newington Road, Petersham.

The Committee members agreed with the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE 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/

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.

9. 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.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. 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.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0425(1) Item 2 Cobar Street at Old Canterbury Road, Dulwich Hill – Proposed Kerb Extensions and Kerb Ramps - Design Plan 10334A (Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning to improve safety for pedestrians and other road users in Cobar Street, Dulwich Hill at its intersection with Old Canterbury Road by constructing kerb extensions and two kerb ramps. The works aim to improve pedestrian safety by better defining pedestrian crossing points and reducing the crossing width.

Officers Recommendation:

That the detailed design plan for the proposed new kerb extensions and kerb ramps in Cobar Street at its intersection with Old Canterbury Road, Dulwich Hill and associated signs and line markings (as per Design Plan No.10334A) be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the detailed design plan for the proposed new kerb extensions and kerb ramps in Cobar Street at its intersection with Old Canterbury Road, Dulwich Hill and associated signs and line markings (as per Design Plan No.10334A) be approved.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0425(1) Item 3 Gower Street, Summer Hill - Proposed Kerb Extensions (Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Burwood PAC.)

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.

Officers 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.

DISCUSSION:

The Representative for Transport for NSW requested that the BB line marking be modified to comply with the relevant delineation guidelines.

The Committee agreed with the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0425(1) Item 4 Mary Street, Lilyfield - Proposed Raised Pedestrian Crossing (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC

SUMMARY

Council is planning to improve safety for pedestrians in Mary Street, Lilyfield by constructing a new raised pedestrian crossing and kerb extensions in Mary Street at Perry Street. The proposal aims to improve pedestrian and motorist safety by formalising a pedestrian crossing point, improving pedestrian access to existing Bus Stop in Mary Street, and links to footpath to the Orange Grove Public School.

This project was identified as one of the priority projects in Council’s Capital Works program.

It is proposed to replace the existing raised threshold in Mary Street, Lilyfield and replace with a raised pedestrian crossing including landscaped kerb extensions near the crossing.

The proposed crossing will result in no loss of legal on-street parking.

Officers Recommendation:

That the attached detailed design plan (No.10336) for the proposed new raised pedestrian crossing and kerb extension on Mary Street, Lilyfield at Perry Street be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the attached detailed design plan (No.10336) for the proposed new raised pedestrian crossing and kerb extension on Mary Street, Lilyfield at Perry Street be approved.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0425(1) Item 5 Final Draft Annandale LATM Study (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

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.

Officers 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.

DISCUSSION:

Council Officers noted that they had received feedback from Transport for NSW advising that the Wells Street and Whites Creek Lane ‘Shared Zones’ will require a ‘Road Safety Audit’ to be undertaken and that the proposal for the 3-tonne load limit restriction in John Street, Hill Street and Emma Street will need to be approved by Transport for NSW prior to implementation.

Council Officers also noted that on page 67 of the agenda, the dot point ‘Request TfNSW install a 6-metre length of No Stopping 7am-10am, 3pm-6pm Mon-Fri,’ should read ‘Request TfNSW install a 6-metre length of No Stopping 7am-10am, 3pm-6pm Mon-Fri on the eastern side of Johnston Street, north of Piper Street South.’

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE 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.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0425(1) Item 6 Darling Street at Nelson Street, Rozelle- Proposed Kerb Extensions & Relocation of Mobility Parking (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning to improve safety by providing a new landscaped kerb extension and modify the existing accessible parking arrangements at the intersection of Darling Street and Nelson Street, Rozelle. The site is adjacent to the Hannaford Community Centre, which offers a range of welling and social activities for people 55 and over. The proposal aims to improve access to the Hannaford Centre and the surrounding retail shops, including road safety for pedestrians and motorists. This proposal was identified as one of the recommendations from the Rozelle North and Balmain Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) studies.

This proposal will result in the loss of approximately 3m length Motor bike Parking zone.

Officers Recommendation:

That the attached detailed design plan (Design Plan No.10322) for the proposed relocation of a mobility parking space, kerb extensions and associated signposting and linemarking on Darling Street at Nelson Street, Rozelle be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0425(1) Item 7 Allen Street, Leichhardt - Proposed Raised Pedestrian Crossing (Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning to enhance pedestrian safety at the intersection of Allen Street and Norton Street by constructing a new Raised Pedestrian Crossing on Allen Street west of Norton Street with kerb blisters on both the approach and departure sides of the proposed crossing. The proposal aims to improve pedestrian accessibility along the Norton Street shopping area and improve safety for pedestrians and vehicle conflicts at this location.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That the installation of a raised pedestrian crossing on Allen Street at Norton Street, Leichhardt be supported in-principle and included in Council’s Capital Works program subject to detailed design investigations and community consultation.

2. That the detailed design for the proposed raised pedestrian crossing be brought back to the Traffic Committee for consideration.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

2. That the detailed design for the proposed raised pedestrian crossing be brought back to the Traffic Committee for consideration.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0425(1) Item 8 Myrtle Street, Leichhardt - Proposed 10km/H Shared Zone and Line-Marked Parking Bays (Gulgadya -Leichhardt/Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

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.

Officers 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.

DISCUSSION:

The Representative for Transport for NSW advised that a Road Safety Audit will need to be undertaken as part of the project and submitted to TfNSW.

The Committee members agreed with the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE 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 and undertaking a Road Safety Audit and submitted to TfNSW.

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

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0425(1) Item 9 Review of pedestrian crossings in various locations in Marrickville (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Inner West PAC/Summer Hill Electorate)

SUMMARY

This report presents findings from investigations completed in response to the Notice of Motion (C0924(1) Item 40) raised at the Council meeting on 22 October 2024. This Notice of Motion raised concerns in relation to motorists speeding through the pedestrian crossings in the Marrickville Town Centre along Marrickville Road and Illawarra Road.

A site assessment has been completed to assess the existing condition of the at-grade pedestrian crossing and works orders have been issued to address any deficiencies identified.

Officers Recommendation:

That the report be received and noted.

DISCUSSION:

The Chairperson questioned if Council could investigate potential treatments for motorists doing illegal right turns from Calvert Street into Illawarra Road. Council Officers advised they will investigate the matter and examine potential treatments such as additional signage.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the report be received and noted.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0425(1) Item 10 Elizabeth Street, Rozelle - Proposed 'No Stopping' Zone (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received concerns regarding parked vehicles near the intersection of Elizabeth Street and Catherine Street, Rozelle causing damage to property and impacting vehicle accessibility. It is proposed that a 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone is installed at the corner of this intersection to prevent damage to the adjacent property and improve vehicle accessibility.

Officers Recommendation:

That the proposed 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Catherine Street, Rozelle be approved.

DISCUSSION:

Council Officers noted that during the community consultation for the proposed ‘No Stopping Zone’, Council had sent out 19 letters and received 7 responses, 1 in support and 6 against the proposal. Council Officer’s noted that although there was strong opposition for the proposal, it was recommended to proceed with the proposal due to there being inadequate space for vehicle access in Elizabeth Street with vehicles parked on both sides of the street.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the proposed 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Catherine Street, Rozelle be approved.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0425(1) Item 11 Catherine Street, Leichhardt - Proposed 'No Stopping' Zone (Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

This report outlines the consultation undertaken for a 7m length ‘No Stopping’ zone adjacent to the driveway of No.233 Catherine Street, Leichhardt. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has identified that the on-site 150mm large bore suction was installed in a position that does not facilitate fire brigade pumping appliance access and recommended that a hardstand 9.5m No Stopping zone be installed. Consultation was undertaken on a 7m No Stopping Zone, and due to concern received regarding loss of on-street parking, it is recommended that the 7m No Stopping zone on Catherine Street not be supported.

Officers Recommendation:

That the requested 7m ‘No Stopping’ zone adjacent the driveway for No.233 Catherine Street, Leichhardt not be supported.

DISCUSSION:

Public Speaker Rebecca Bestic entered the meeting at 11.06am

Ms Bestic noted she represented the owners of 233 Catherine Street, Leichhardt and opposed the recommendation to not support the proposed ‘No Stopping’ zone in Catherine Street. Ms Bestic advised that the development of 233 Catherine Street had previously been approved for 8 small industrial units across 2 levels with main street access from Catherine Street. It was noted that the parking criteria for the development was to provide 19 off-street parking spaces and that the developers had provided 28 off-street parking spaces onsite. Ms Bestic also noted that during the development, two driveways were removed, reinstating two on-street parking spaces back to the community and requested the ‘No Stopping’ zone to be granted for the purpose of allowing FRNSW to access their booster pumps.

Ms Bestic advised that it was originally intended for the fire truck could be positioned within the site across the driveway; however, due to an issue with high voltage substation, which had to be relocated onto the upper level of the development as requested by Ausgrid. As such the fire truck located onsite or at the driveway would make it non-compliant with FRNSW guidelines as they required a 10m distance from the high voltage substation.

Public Speaker Rebecca Bestic left the meeting at 11.12am

The Chairperson noted that due to the changes to the plan and having to move the substation as required by Ausgrid, it would be unfair to penalise the applicant. The Chairperson suggested that the 7m ‘No Stopping’ zone adjacent to the driveway for No.233 Catherine Street, Leichhardt be supported in principle, granted that documentation can be provided to show that all other options were exhausted due to unforeseen circumstances.

The Committee members agreed with the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the requested 7m ‘No Stopping’ zone adjacent the driveway for No.233 Catherine Street, Leichhardt be supported subject to the applicant providing documentation and details justifying the inability to provide an alternate arrangement that did not result in the loss of on street parking, noting that this is not the desired outcome.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0425(1) Item 12 Empire Street, Haberfield - Proposed Landscaped Island (Galgadya-Leichhardt Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

A review has been undertaken regarding the obstructed driveway access from parking of vehicles between the driveways of No.24 and 26 Empire Street, Haberfield, which was previously considered at the Local Traffic Committee meeting on 9 December 2024.

At this meeting, a ‘Motor Bike Parking’ zone proposal was deferred by the Traffic Committee to allow officers to undertake investigation into other options.

After liaison with nearby residents, it is proposed to construct a narrow strip (2m x 1m) landscaped island between the two driveways to deter parked vehicles from encroaching on the driveway of No.26 Empire Street.

Officers Recommendation:

That the proposed landscaped island between the driveway of No.24 and No.26 Empire Street, Haberfield as shown in the attached concept plan be approved.

DISCUSSION:

Public Speaker Resident of 26 Empire Street entered the meeting at 11.13am

The resident of 26 Empire Street advised that they supported the recommendation as it will assist with safe access to both driveways at all times. They advised that the current proposal retains some parking outside No.24 without impeding access, as well as allowing for Motorbike parking as originally proposed by Council.

Public Speaker Resident of 26 Empire Street left the meeting at 11.22am

Council Officers tabled in correspondence from a resident noting they are not opposed to the proposed recommendation although it is not their preferred outcome. The proposed dimensions of the island provides 2.9m which is acceptable. The resident further requested the possibility of having the landscaped island width reduced by 0.5m so that it would lessen the negative impact whilst allowing for adequate planting.

Council Officers advised that reducing the width of the island could pose as a trip hazard and may be insufficient for planting.

The Chairperson suggested amending the recommendation to note that this is an exceptional circumstance and that the kerb space between the driveways of No.24 and No.26 is not deemed as a sufficient parking space by Council.

The Committee members agreed with the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the proposed landscaped island between the driveway of No.24 and No.26 Empire Street, Haberfield as shown in the attached concept plan be approved.

2. That the proposed landscaped island is noted as an exceptional circumstance and that the 3.9 metre length space does not comply with a standard car parking space.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0425(1) Item 13 Easter Street, Leichhardt - Proposed Parking Changes (Gulgadya-Leichhardt/Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received several concerns from businesses along Parramatta Road regarding the lack of on-street parking and the impact of the existing ‘No Parking’ zone in Easter Street on business operations. It is also understood that consistent illegal parking behaviour in Easter Street has prevented vehicular access to some residential properties along Easter Street.

In response, Council has investigated reinstating sections of permissible on-street parking spaces in Easter Street between Flood Street and National Street, Leichhardt. These spaces would not prevent vehicular access to all properties on Albert Street, Leichhardt.

Officers Recommendation:

That the proposed parking changes in Easter Street between National Street and Flood Street, Leichhardt as shown within the attached plan be not supported due to concerns received from residents.

DISCUSSION:

Public Speaker James Pullar entered the meeting at 11.23.

Mr Pullar advised that he partially supported the recommendation if parking is enforced by Council and driveways are not obstructed. Currently, with the signposting there are high levels of illegal parking in the street. Mr Pullar noted the businesses' needs for parking but did not want cars parking across his garage and impeding on access to residential properties. He suggested that additional No Parking signage may need to be implemented in the middle of the street to avoid confusion.

Public Speaker James Pullar left the meeting at 11.26am.

Public Speaker George Piazza entered the meeting at 11.27am.

Mr Piazza opposed the recommendation to not support the proposed parking changes in Easter Street as he would prefer to have the flexibility to park near his business without being penalised. Due to a bus zone in Parramatta Road, parking is not possible at the front of his business. Mr Piazza noted that there are limited parking options and is difficult to conduct business. Mr Piazza advised that his business does not obstruct access to properties and request that the proposed parking changes be supported.

Public Speaker George Piazza left the meeting at 11.39am.

The Chairperson asked if time restricted parking for the proposed parking spots should be considered to prevent long-term parking.

Council Officers also noted that during the consultation period, Council received a high level of anonymous submissions which made it challenging to understand resident’s views.

The Chairperson suggested deferring the item to allow Council to further consultation of nearby residents and businesses of a proposal to include a time limited parking restriction of the proposed parking in Easter Street.

The Committee members agreed with the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the proposed parking changes in Easter Street between National Street and Flood Street, Leichhardt as shown within the attached plan be deferred to undertake consultation on a revised plan which includes time restricted parking of the proposed parking of spaces in Easter Street.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0425(1) Item 14 Shepherd Street, Marrickville - Proposed '1P 6pm-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area M9' (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Inner West PAC/Summer Hill Electorate)

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.

Officers 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.

DISCUSSION:

Public Speakers Bernhard Huber and Jon Farry entered the meeting at 11.40am

Mr Huber and Mr Farry supported the proposed recommendation, noting that the proposed restrictions will assist with the parking issues in the area. Mr Farry noted that with the success of local businesses in the area, residents often find themselves in competition for parking. Mr Farry advised that the proposed ‘1P 6pm-10pm’ parking restrictions will discourage people from misusing the parking spaces, whilst allowing the nearby businesses to utilise the spaces for their needs during business hours and allowing residents to find parking near their homes. Mr Huber and Mr Farry noted that there was broad support amongst the residents for the proposed changes and that they have also reached out to nearby businesses to ensure such changes will not adversely affect their operations.

Public Speakers Bernhard Huber and Jon Farry left the meeting at 11.47am

Councillor Atkins questioned if both businesses and residents were consulted regarding the proposal. Council Officers advised that both businesses and residents were consulted on either side of Shepherd Street.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE 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.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0425(1) Item 15 Goodsell Street, St Peters - Proposed line marking of parking spaces (Midjuburi-MarrickvilleWard/Heffron Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

This report outlines current parking problems at the existing unmarked angle parking spaces on Goodsell Street, St Peters and proposes line markings to maximise the number of parking spaces. In addition, wheel stops are also proposed at the angle parking spaces on the northern side of Goodsell Street to improve stormwater flow and reduce flooding.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That the existing 90 degree parking spaces on the south side of Goodsell Street, St Peters be linemarked to better delineate the parking spaces.

2. That wheel stops be installed and linemarking of the 90 degree spaces be approved for the northern side of Goodsell Street between no.3 and no.15.

DISCUSSION:

Council Officers noted that the minimum standard for 90 degree parking spaces was 2.4 meters and that Council had tried to widen as much spaces as possible to 2.7 meters to allow for extra leeway for those using the parking spaces.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the existing 90 degree parking spaces on the south side of Goodsell Street, St Peters be linemarked to better delineate the parking spaces.

2. That wheel stops be installed and linemarking of the 90 degree spaces be approved for the northern side of Goodsell Street between no.3 and no.15.

For Motion: Unanimous

General Business:

Item 16 – Review of Clearway restrictions on Parramatta Road

The Representative for the Member for Newtown advised that a constituent had written in to request an evaluation of the current clearway restrictions on Parramatta Road. It was noted that the constituent had reached out to the Local Members’ office regarding the Clearways from 6am to 10am and 3pm to 7pm between Phillip Street and Missenden Road, Petersham advising that the traffic flows do not necessitate these current restrictions being in place and that there is an impact to local businesses along Parramatta Road. The Representative for Transport for NSW noted the concerns raised by the Representative for the Member for Newtown and noted that there is currently a ‘Parramatta Road Integrated Transport Strategy’ being reviewed where the team will be looking at all the existing restrictions on Parramatta Road and how it benefits the local residents and through traffic on Parramatta Road. It was noted that the issues raised by the Representative of the Member of Newtown will be part of the review.

Item 17 – Request for enforcement of illegal parking in Hubert Street, Lilyfield

The Representative for the Member for Balmain noted that there have been instances of people illegally parking and blocking the footpaths and requested Council’s parking enforcement team to patrol the area. Council Officers advised they will pass on the information to the relevant team.

Item 18 – Update on the width of the angled parking spaces proposed for Elswick Street North and William Street Leichhardt

The Chairperson noted that he had received correspondence from a resident requesting an update on the width of the angled parking spaced proposed in the March LTC meeting; LTC0325(1) Item 2 - Elswick Street North and William Street, Leichhardt - Proposed Angle Parking and Raised Pedestrian Crossing. Council Officers advised they would follow up with the relevant team members and will provide an update to the Chairperson.

Item 19 – Request for additional speed limit signage along The Boulevarde, Lewisham

The Chairperson requested a review for additional speed limit signage along The Boulevarde, Lewisham and Dulwich Hill as there are a lot of motorists who speed down the street. It was also requested that Council investigate potential traffic counts to get some speed/traffic data along the street.

Meeting closed at 12.47pm.

CHAIRPERSON

Councillor Macri