Minutes of Local Traffic Committee - Monday, 21 July 2025

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

Minutes 21 July 2025

Minutes of Meeting held on 21 July 2025

Meeting commenced at 11:02 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
Sgt Charles Buttrose	NSW Police – Leichhardt Police Area Command
Todd Leach	NSW Police – Inner West Police Area Command
Ben Simpson	NSW Police – Inner West Police Area Command
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
Nina Fard	Transport for NSW (TfNSW)

NON VOTING MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE

Michael Takla	Representative for Transit Systems
Julius Villanueva	Representative for Transit Systems
George Tsaprounis	IWC’s Acting Traffic and Transport Planning Manager
Felicia Lau	IWC’s Acting Coordinator Traffic Engineering Services (North)
Jason Scoufis	IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Investigations & Road Safety
Kurt Henkel	IWC’s Team Leader Public Domain Planning
Christy Li	IWC’s Business Administration Officer

VISITORS

Avryl Lattin	Public Speaker – Item 10
Bryony Weiss	Public Speaker – Item 12
Kathryn Welch	Public Speaker – Item 12
James Buckman	Public Speaker – Item 12
Norma Speechley	Public Speaker – Item 12
Doug Rosser	Public Speaker – Item 12
Nick Rippon	Public Speaker – Item 12

APOLOGIES:

Nil

DISCLOSURES OF INTERESTS:

Nil.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

That the Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee held on Monday, 16 June 2025 be confirmed.

MATTERS ARISING FROM COUNCIL’S RESOLUTION OF MINUTES

Nil.

LTC0725(1) Item 1 Tempe Station - Proposed shared path (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Inner West PAC/Summer Hill Electorate)

SUMMARY

This report outlines a proposal to install a shared path within the Tempe Station car park to provide separation for cyclists and pedestrians. There is no loss of parking, and a gain of one (1) additional parking space. The proposal will improve safety and connectivity within the car park, whilst also minimising impacts to the existing car parking spaces.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That a concept shared path within the Tempe Station car park as per plan no.10352, be supported in-principle and included in Council’s Capital Works program subject to support from Transport for NSW and/or relevant rail authority body.

2. That the detailed design for the proposed shared path in Tempe Station car park be brought back to the Traffic Committee for consideration.

DISCUSSION:

The Representative for Transport for NSW advised that the land on which the shared path is proposed to be installed is owned by Transport for NSW and is currently being leased out to Council. The Representative for Transport for NSW advised Council will have to prepare a separate submission outside the Local Traffic Committee to obtain permission to undertake the works before the proposal can proceed.

The Representative for Transport for NSW suggested that the report be moved to part b of the agenda – for information only instead of voting, as relevant authority approvals need to be received before the recommendation can be considered.

The Committee members agreed with the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That Council receives and notes this report.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0725(1) Item 2 Renwick Street at Illawarra Road, Marrickville - Proposed raised pedestrian crossing (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Inner West PAC/Summer Hill Electorate)

SUMMARY

This report outlines the pedestrian crossing investigation completed at the intersections of Illawarra Road and Renwick Street, and Renwick Street and Excelsior Parade, Marrickville. The pedestrian and vehicle volumes were assessed, and it was found that the volumes were met at the intersection of Illawarra Road and Renwick Street, and the volumes were not met at the intersection of Renwick Street and Excelsior Parade.

Accordingly, a pedestrian crossing is proposed at the intersection of Illawarra Road and Renwick Street. It is recommended that, if possible, the design development of the proposed pedestrian crossing across Renwick Street be integrated with the Marrickville Town Centre Master Plan.

Furthermore, it is also recommended that a pedestrian crossing be investigated across the northern leg of Illawarra Road and reported back to the Local Traffic Committee for consideration.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That a raised pedestrian crossing on Renwick Street, just east of Illawarra Road, Marrickville, as per plan no.10350, be supported in-principle, and included in Council’s Capital Works program subject to community consultation.

2. That the detailed design for the proposed raised pedestrian crossing on Renwick Steet, just east of Illawarra Road, Marrickville be brought back to the Traffic Committee for consideration.

3. That a raised pedestrian crossing across Renwick Street at Excelsior Parade, Marrickville not be supported.

4. That a raised pedestrian crossing across Illawarra Road, north of Renwick Street be investigated and brought back to the Traffic Committee for consideration.

DISCUSSION:

The Representative for Transport for NSW (TfNSW) advised that the crossing needs to be at least a car length clear of the stop line or that amend the ‘Stop’ control to a ‘Giveway’ control to meet the Australian Standard requirements. The TfNSW representative also stated that if the ‘Stop’ control was to be changed to a ‘Giveway’ control, then a traffic safety assessment on the change would need to be undertaken and submitted to TfNSW as part of the proposal. Council Officer advised that this is the conceptual design stage and that a submission to change the current controls can be submitted with the detailed design.

The Committee members agreed with the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1. That a raised pedestrian crossing on Renwick Street, just east of Illawarra Road, Marrickville, as per plan no.10350, be supported in-principle, subject to the ‘Giveway’ controls replacing the current ‘Stop’ controls and included in Council’s Capital Works program subject to community consultation.

2. That the detailed design for the proposed raised pedestrian crossing on Renwick Street, just east of Illawarra Road, Marrickville be brought back to the Traffic Committee for consideration including an assessment to change the current ‘Stop’ controls to ‘Giveway’

3. That a raised pedestrian crossing across Renwick Street at Excelsior Parade, Marrickville not be supported.

4. That a raised pedestrian crossing across Illawarra Road, north of Renwick Street be investigated and brought back to the Traffic Committee for consideration.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0725(1) Item 3 Woodland Street, Holmesdale Street and Centennial Street, Marrickville – Temporary Road Closures for up to eight (8) separate weekend days to hold AFLW matches at Henson Park - (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward /Summer Hill Electorate /Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

An application has been received from AFL NSW/ACT to hold up to eight (8) AFLW matches at Henson Park Oval. The events require the temporary full road closure of Woodland Street, between Illawarra Road and dead-end; Holmesdale Street, between Sydenham Road and Woodland Street, and Centennial Street, between Sydenham Road and the entrance to Henson Park and Marrickville & District Hardcourt Tennis Club car park, Marrickville to allow for pedestrian entry to Henson Park on the AFLW match days. It is recommended that Council agree to the temporary full road closures subject to the applicant complying with Council conditions and obtaining concurrence from Transport for NSW as the closure of Centennial Street is adjacent to a signalised intersection on Sydenham Road, Marrickville (a State Road).

Officers Recommendation:

1. That the proposed temporary full road closure (ENRC/2025/0043) of Woodland Street between Illawarra Road and dead-end; Holmesdale Street between Sydenham Road and Woodland Street, and Centennial Street between Sydenham Road and the entrance to Henson Park and Marrickville & District Hardcourt Tennis Club car park, Marrickville on the following dates and times:

a) Saturday 30 August 2025, 10:45 – 15:45;

b) Sunday 07 September 2025, 08:45 – 13:45;

c) Sunday 21 September 2025, 08:45 – 13:45;

d) Saturday 04 October 2025, 08:45 – 13:45;

e) Sunday 12 October 2025, 08:45 – 13:45;

f) Saturday 18 October 2025, 10:45 – 15:45;

g) Saturday 25 October 2025, 08:45 – 13:45; and

h) Saturday 01 or Sunday 02 November 2025,

i) Date & Time TBC (contingency period of one month) for the purpose of holding up to eight (8) AFLW matches at Henson Park be approved, subject to the applicant complying with, but not limited to, the following conditions:

2. That a Road Occupancy License application be obtained by the applicant from the Transport Management Centre.

3. That all affected residents and businesses, including NSW Police Local Area Commander, Transit Systems, Fire and Rescue NSW and NSW Ambulance Services, shall be notified in writing by the applicant of the proposed temporary road closure at least 7 days prior to the event, with the applicant making reasonable provision for residents and businesses.

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

5. That the occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.

6. That subject to written concurrence from Transport for New South Wales.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the proposed temporary full road closure (ENRC/2025/0043) of Woodland Street between Illawarra Road and dead-end; Holmesdale Street between Sydenham Road and Woodland Street, and Centennial Street between Sydenham Road and the entrance to Henson Park and Marrickville & District Hardcourt Tennis Club car park, Marrickville on the following dates and times:

a) Saturday 30 August 2025, 10:45 – 15:45;

b) Sunday 07 September 2025, 08:45 – 13:45;

c) Sunday 21 September 2025, 08:45 – 13:45;

d) Saturday 04 October 2025, 08:45 – 13:45;

e) Sunday 12 October 2025, 08:45 – 13:45;

f) Saturday 18 October 2025, 10:45 – 15:45;

g) Saturday 25 October 2025, 08:45 – 13:45; and

h) Saturday 01 or Sunday 02 November 2025,

i) Date & Time TBC (contingency period of one month) for the purpose of holding up to eight (8) AFLW matches at Henson Park be approved, subject to the applicant complying with, but not limited to, the following conditions:

2. That a Road Occupancy License application be obtained by the applicant from the Transport Management Centre.

5. That the occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.

6. That subject to written concurrence from Transport for New South Wales.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0725(1) Item 4 Burrows Avenue, Sydenham - Proposed installation of 'No Parking' restrictions to provide one drop-off space on the southern side opposite Sydenham Station (Midjuburi - Marrickville Ward / Heffron Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is proposing to install a short 5 metre length drop-off zone (in the form of ‘no Parking’ restrictions) on the southern side of Burrows Avenue to compliment the main ‘drop-off’ zone on the northern side of Burrows Avenue adjacent to Sydenham Station, Sydenham

Officers Recommendation:

That the installation of a short 5 metre length of full-time ‘No Parking drop off/pick up zone’ restrictions on the southern side of Burrows Avenue, west (of existing No Stopping restrictions in Burrows Ave) and of Hogan Avenue, Sydenham be approved, to provide a drop-off space opposite Sydenham Station.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0725(1) Item 5 Permit Plug Play Project – Global TMPs - Temporary Full Time Road Closures for community events - up to six Sunday events per year at three locations (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward and Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward /Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West LAC and Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

The Permit/Plug/Play Pilot Program is a coordinated effort by Transport for NSW, state partners, and local councils to develop tailored, local solutions that address the complexity of approval processes, and the high costs associated with street-based events. It aims to help streamline approval processes for temporary road-closure enabled events and deliver enabling place infrastructure.

Inner West Council received $500,000 grant from Transport for NSW to simplify temporary road closures and promote local street events. The program seeks to activate public spaces by supporting community events, enhancing local business, and fostering social and cultural connections.

The primary goal of the project is to make it easier for councils and event organisers to host street events in urban areas by means of the creation of standard TMPs valid for 5 years across three locations that will be enacted during events, plus the provision of infrastructure improvements such as bollards, lighting, and signage to support these events.

Approval is requested from the Local Traffic Committee for the endorsement of the standard use of the three attached TMPs with a validity of 5 years to enable the program’s objectives of creating active and engaging public spaces through regular community events by reducing the burden, responsibility and expense of individual event holders having to obtain individual TMP’s for each event held at these specific locations.

Officers Recommendation:

THAT the Local Traffic Committee supports the approval of the Global Traffic Management Plans for up to six Sunday events for a period of five years at the following three locations: Illawarra Lane and the Calvert Street carpark in Marrickville; on Railway Parade (Lower), Marrickville and Hercules Street, Ashfield subject to (1) approval of the TMPs by TfNSW, (2) the applicant complying with the submitted TMPs and TGSs, (3) Council standard and specific (if required) conditions for a road closure and (4) the following conditions as listed below:

a) A temporary full road closure application is lodged with Council in a timely manner for each proposed road closure.

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

c) All affected residents and businesses, including NSW Police Local Area Commander, Transit Systems, Fire and Rescue NSW and NSW Ambulance Services, shall be notified in writing by the applicant of the proposed temporary road closure at least 14 days prior to the event, with the applicant making reasonable provision for residents and businesses;

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

e) A 4-metre-wide emergency vehicle access be maintained through the area during the course of the event; and

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

DISCUSSION:

Council Officers tabled in comments from the Public Domain team noting that the Pitagones barriers are no longer included in the TMP; however, Council will still have the Pitagones barriers stored in a Council depot so event organisers can hire if required.

The Representative for Transport for NSW noted that no road closures for the events are to occur at Railway Parade (lower) during the conversion of Railway Parade (lower) to a one-way west-to-eastbound movement and during rail shutdown periods as the environment will be different from the Traffic Management Plan submitted.

The Representative for Transport for NSW also suggested that the closure of Railway Parade be at Sydenham Road and Marrickville Road, as opposed to being set back from the intersections. The reason is that there would be insufficient turning area for vehicles

The Representative for Transit Systems requested that they be provided 28 days’ notice prior to works commencing.

Council Officers suggested the recommendation be amended to include that no events are held during rail works are being undertaken at Railway Parade and that the closure of Railway Parade be done at Sydenham Road and Marrickville Road.

The Committee members agreed with the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

a) A temporary full road closure application is lodged with Council in a timely manner for each proposed road closure.

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

e) A 4-metre-wide emergency vehicle access be maintained through the area during the course of the event; and

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

g) The road closure of Railway Parade (Lower) must not occur during TTP works on Railway Parade or rail shutdown periods

h) The Traffic Management Plan be updated so that the road closure of Railway Parade (Lower) be set to the intersection of Railway Parade at Sydenham Road and Marrickville Road.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0725(1) Item 6 Victoria Street, Ashfield - Installation of a 'Keep Clear' zone at the front of Ashfield Fire Station (Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

This report outlines current emergency vehicle accessibility issues at Victoria Street between Liverpool Road and Norton Street and proposes the appropriate road treatment to improve emergency response operations of Ashfield Fire Station

Officers Recommendation:

That the installation of a ‘Keep Clear’ zone on Victoria Street, Ashfield at the main driveway for Ashfield Fire Station be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the installation of a ‘Keep Clear’ zone on Victoria Street, Ashfield at the main driveway for Ashfield Fire Station be approved.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0725(1) Item 7 Railway Parade, Annandale - Proposed Road and Streetscape Upgrade (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning to undertake works to upgrade the existing road and streetscape along Railway Parade, Annandale between Brenan Street and Bayview Crescent. The project intends to formalise the existing 90-degree angle parking and reduce localised flooding by improving stormwater drainage. Additionally, upgrades and renewals including a new footpath, existing road and footpath works, driveway and layback reconstruction, and landscaping works will improve the overall amenity of the street.

The proposed upgrades will result in no loss of existing on-street parking spaces.

Officers Recommendation:

That the attached detail design plan (No. 10283) for the proposed road and streetscape upgrade along Railway Parade, Annandale be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the attached detail design plan (No. 10283) for the proposed road and streetscape upgrade along Railway Parade, Annandale be approved.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0725(1) Item 8 Anthony Street, Croydon - Proposed installation of statutory 'No Stopping' restrictions at the junction of the unnamed laneway and Anthony Street between Robinson Street and Edwin Street, Croydon (Gulgadya - Leichhardt Ward / Strathfield Electorate / Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

Residents of Edwin Street, Croydon, have raised concerns with vehicles using the pickup / drop off zone associated with PLC School and obstructing residential access to the unnamed laneway. To address the large volumes associated with PLC School during the peak pickup / drop off times and preventing residential access to the laneway, Council proposes to signpost the departure and approaching corners with statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ signs. Council also proposes to relocate the ‘No Stopping’ sign on Burwood Council’s boundary to create an additional parking space.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That Anthony Street next to the unnamed laneway between Robinson Street and Edwin Street, Croydon be signposted with statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ restrictions on both corners.

2. That the ‘No Stopping’ sign on the northern side of Anthony Street at Burwood Council’s boundary be relocated 3m west to create an additional parking space.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1. That Anthony Street next to the unnamed laneway between Robinson Street and Edwin Street, Croydon be signposted with statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ restrictions on both corners.

2. That the ‘No Stopping’ sign on the northern side of Anthony Street at Burwood Council’s boundary be relocated 3m west to create an additional parking space.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0725(1) Item 9 Carrington Street, Lilyfield - Temporary full road closure and associated construction Traffic Management Plan (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Inner West City Council has received a Temporary Road Closure and Traffic Management Plan (TMP) application from Modscape (Attachment 1) seeking an approval for delivering a modular building to No.12 Carrington Street, Lilyfield in the week commencing 11 August 2025. As part of this road closure, there will be full road closure on Carrington Street (between Joseph Street and Balmain Road), The Boulevarde (between Joseph Street and Balmain Road) and partial temporary on-street parking removal along Balmain Road (between Helena Street and Grove Street).

This TMP and road closure application was previously considered and approved by the Local Traffic Committee on 18 November 2024.

Officers Recommendation:

That the temporary full road closure of Carrington Street (between Joseph Street and Balmain Road), The Boulevarde (between Joseph Street and Balmain Road) and partial temporary on-street parking removal along Balmain Road (between Helena Street and Grove Street), be approved for the purpose of the installation of a modular building at No.12 Carrington Street, Lilyfield for a two-day period in the week commencing 11 August 2025, with a four week contingency period, subject to the following conditions and all standard Council conditions for temporary full road closures:

a) A Road Occupancy License application be obtained from the Transport Management Centre for road closure on Balmain Road.

b) Temporary parking arrangements must be provided for the existing disabled parking bays on Balmain Road, Carrington Street and The Boulevarde which will be affected during the work and should be located as close as possible to their original locations.

c) NHVR permit to be obtained prior to the work.

d) Notice of the proposed event be forwarded to the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Transit Systems, the NSW Fire Brigades and the NSW Ambulance Services.

e) All residents and businesses in and around the affected area are to be notified of the temporary road closure in writing by the applicant in advance (at least 7 days prior to the event) with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders.

f) On-street parking to be maintained for residents along the east side of The Boulevarde (between Joseph Street and the laneway south of Balmain Road).

g) Vehicular access to the laneway south of Balmain Road to be maintained within the road closure zone.

h) Authorised pilot vehicles to accompany and manage the trucks at major intersections including City West Link Road at Balmain Road, Balmain Road at Perry Street, Balmain Road at The Boulevarde and Balmain Road at Carrington Road.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

a) A Road Occupancy License application be obtained from the Transport Management Centre for road closure on Balmain Road.

c) NHVR permit to be obtained prior to the work.

d) Notice of the proposed event be forwarded to the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Transit Systems, the NSW Fire Brigades and the NSW Ambulance Services.

f) On-street parking to be maintained for residents along the east side of The Boulevarde (between Joseph Street and the laneway south of Balmain Road).

g) Vehicular access to the laneway south of Balmain Road to be maintained within the road closure zone.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0725(1) Item 10 College Street, Balmain - Proposed One Way Restriction (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received concerns from several residents about the narrow road width with frequent reports of near miss incidents in College Street between Cameron Street and Curtis Road. In response investigation and consultation was undertaken for a one-way westbound traffic flow, including associated signage and line marking in College Street, between Cameron Street and Curtis Road as illustrated in Attachment 1.

Officers Recommendation:

That the proposed one-way westbound traffic in College Street, Balmain between Cameron Street and Curtis Road, be supported in-principle, subject to Transport for NSW approval of the Traffic Management Plan.

DISCUSSION:

Public Speaker Avryl Lattin entered the meeting at 11.22am

Ms Lattin supported the proposal noting that the proposal will improve safety in the area. Ms Lattin noted that there was strong support from the community in favour of the proposal, and if the Committee were to disagree with the proposal, that the outdoor dining area at the Dry Dock Hotel be reviewed as it impedes sightlines for vehicles turning left onto Cameron Street.

Public Speaker Avryl Lattin left the meeting at 11.25am

The Representative for the Member for Balmain requested that the one-way restriction on College Street be made ‘Bicycles excepted’ and that Council investigate ‘Bicycles excepted’ when Council proposes to turn two-way streets into one-way.

Council Officers noted the Representative for the Member for Balmain’s request to investigate ‘Bicycles excepted’ signs for one-way streets and advised that a safety review will need to be undertaken prior to the installation of the ‘Bicycles excepted’ signage being installed to ensure it is compliant with the safety regulations.

Council Officers suggested amending the recommendation to include that Council investigate the implementation of a ‘Bicycles excepted’ sign, subject to the safety review being undertaken.

The Committee members agreed with the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the proposed one-way westbound traffic in College Street, Balmain between Cameron Street and Curtis Road, be supported in-principle, subject to Transport for NSW approval of the Traffic Management Plan.

2. That a ‘Bicycles excepted’ sign be included, subject to a safety review being undertaken.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0725(1) Item 11 Percival Road and Temple Street, Stanmore – Temporary full road closure for Stanmore Music Festival – Saturday 15 November 2025 (Damun-Stanmore Ward / Newtown Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Inner West Council is presenting Stanmore Music Festival on Saturday 15 November 2025 from 12:00noon until 7:00pm. To facilitate the event there will be a temporary full road closure of Percival Road, between Salisbury Road and Myrtle Street and Temple Street between Percival Lane West and Percival Road, Stanmore (ENRC/202/0041). This will require some road detours in surrounding streets. Road closure and event bump in will occur from 6:00am and bump out will conclude by 9:30pm.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That the proposed temporary full road closure of Percival Road, between Salisbury Road and Myrtle Street, and Temple Street between Percival Lane West and Percival Road, Stanmore be APPROVED for the purpose of holding the ‘Stanmore Music Festival’ Event on Saturday 15 November 2025 between 6.00am and 9.30pm as per the submitted TMP and TGSs and subject to the following conditions and all standard Council conditions for temporary full road closures:

2. That a Road Occupancy License application be obtained from the Transport Management Centre.

3. That notice of the proposed event be forwarded to the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Transit Systems, the NSW Fire Brigades and the NSW Ambulance Services.

4. That all residents and businesses in and around the affected area are to be notified of the temporary road closure in writing by the applicant in advance (at least 7 days prior to the event) with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders.

5. That a minimum four (4) metre unencumbered passage be available for emergency vehicles through the closed sections.

6. That 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:

1. That the proposed temporary full road closure of Percival Road, between Salisbury Road and Myrtle Street, and Temple Street between Percival Lane West and Percival Road, Stanmore be APPROVED for the purpose of holding the ‘Stanmore Music Festival’ Event on Saturday 15 November 2025 between 6.00am and 9.30pm as per the submitted TMP and TGSs and subject to the following conditions and all standard Council conditions for temporary full road closures:

2. That a Road Occupancy License application be obtained from the Transport Management Centre.

3. That notice of the proposed event be forwarded to the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Transit Systems, the NSW Fire Brigades and the NSW Ambulance Services.

5. That a minimum four (4) metre unencumbered passage be available for emergency vehicles through the closed sections.

6. That the occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0725(1) Item 12 London Street and Simmons Street, Enmore - Updated Report for the Proposed Temporary Road Closure and Part Road Closure (Damun-Stanmore Ward / Newtown Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

On 18 March 2024, a Local Traffic Committee report was submitted to Council for the proposed temporary road closure and part road closure of London Street and Simmons Street, Enmore. Council’s decision at the time included the deferral of approval of the closures subject to the approval of the Traffic Management Plan (TMP) was by Transport for NSW for full/part road closure London Street and Simmons Street, Enmore.

Since the adoption of the Traffic Committee recommendation in March 2024, Transport for NSW has provided their approval for Council’s proposed temporary road closure and part road closure for London Street and Simmons Street, Enmore. Council has addressed the further requirements that were provided as a condition of the TfNSW approval. Therefore, Council officers are proposing to undertake the implementation of the road closure trial with a Council officer being nominated for any community enquiries during the notification and work period.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That Council note the approval of the Traffic Management Plan by Transport for NSW.

2. That Council approve the implementation of the proposed temporary road closure at London Street and the temporary part road closure at Simmons Street for a trial period of 6 months.

3. That the amended signs and linemarking plan for London Street (Parking changes plan) be approved.

4. That the amended signs and linemarking plan for Simmons Street (Parking changes plan) be approved.

DISCUSSION:

Public speakers, Bryony Weiss, Kathryn Welch, James Buckman, Norma Speechley, Doug Rosser, and Nick Rippon entered the meeting at 11.05 am

Ms Welch raised concerns regarding the impacts on the traffic in the neighbouring streets and the limited plans currently in place to mitigate current and proposed traffic issues in the area. Ms Welch noted that the concerns raised by various residents regarding rat running in the area tabled at the 18 March 2024 Local Traffic Committee meeting still persist. Ms Welch noted that Council’s traffic study acknowledges that the street closures will redistribute much of the traffic that would utilise London Street into nearby local streets. It was also noted that the Council’s traffic study concludes that 90% of the traffic passing through the neighbourhood is through traffic, highlighting the residents' concerns regarding rat running. Ms Welch requested that Council review potential traffic calming measures and develop a comprehensive traffic management plan for the triangle bounded by Liberty Street, Enmore Road, and the railway line to address the rat-running issues in the neighbourhood.

Ms Weiss advised that she supported the vision of the London and Simmons Streets projects; however, she raised concerns regarding the traffic and safety impacts this project will have on Belmore Street. Ms Weiss noted that motorists regularly speed down Belmore Street, and with Council’s studies and traffic data showing that 30% of the London Street traffic is predicted to flow through Belmore Street, she is concerned that the additional traffic will add to the existing issues currently experienced in the street. Ms Weiss noted her concerns that Belmore Street being excluded from the current rollout of the InnerWest@40 program will make Belmore Street more attractive to speeding motorists seeking to bypass the slower surrounding streets. Ms Weiss requested that the Council include Belmore Street in the InnerWest@40 speed reduction program, incorporate traffic calming measures to physically slow down vehicles and improve pedestrian safety, as well as commit to monitoring traffic impacts and implementing additional measures where needed.

Ms Welch also tabled in comments on behalf of resident Andrew Kennelly noting his concerns for the proposal. It was noted that the disadvantages to residents are considerable, including pollution from increased emissions and noise, which will impact the mental and physical health of residents. It was noted that there are existing traffic issues in Belmore Lane and the surrounding areas, which will be amplified with the road closures.

Mr Rosser raised concerns noting the traffic data provided from the studies were not detailed enough advised that further investigation and studies should be undertaken to address the issues raised at the 18 March 2024 Local Traffic Committee meeting. It was noted that there was no data provided on traffic during morning and afternoon peak hours, and that was when most of the traffic concerns arose.

Ms Speechley raised concerns regarding the parking and traffic issues that would arise from this proposal, given the existing traffic issues during events at Enmore Theatre.

Mr Rippon agreed with the concerns raised by Ms Welch, Ms Weiss, Mr Rosser and Ms Speechley and noted that the traffic is projected to increase by 63% in the AM peak hour and 106% during the PM peak hour, and that the traffic studies previously undertaken do not consider those predictions. Mr Rippon advised that he is not opposed to the objective of the proposal to create additional community spaces but does not want that to come at the cost of safety in the neighbourhood. Mr Rippon requested that Belmore Street and Phillip Street be included in the initial phase of the InnerWest@40 project that had recently commenced and noted there were very few traffic calming measures put forward in the proposal. Mr Rippon also noted the proposal should include additional signage in surrounding streets to advise motorists of the change in traffic conditions and to shift traffic movements around the proposed closure in London Street.

The Chairperson advised that the InnerWest@40 project will be implemented across the whole Inner West Council LGA, and that Belmore Street and Phillip Street will be included as part of that project.

Public speakers, Bryony Weiss, Kathryn Welch, James Buckman, Norma Speechley, Doug Rosser, and Nick Rippon left the meeting at 11.20 am

Council Officers advised that this report reflects some minor changes to the Transport Management Plan (TMP) and parking controls and responds to the points made by Transport for NSW. It was noted that there were objections from residents due to concerns about changes in traffic movements in the local area and in response to that Council did change the proposal for Simmons Street from a full road closure to a one-way exit. It was noted that the original report had gone through the Local Traffic Committee and has been endorsed by Council and that this report addresses TfNSW matters raised through the TMP approval and brings in line the minor traffic and parking changes.

Council Officers advised that a study had been undertaken to investigate the redistribution of traffic in the local areas and the impacts on the wider road network with the proposed closure, which was tabled at the previous meeting. Council Officers advised they will be looking into additional measures to stop rat running and will undertake another study a couple of months into implementation, to gather data for review of the closures

Councillor Atkins noted that the residents weren’t necessarily objecting to the road closures, but they would like Council to have a careful look into the potential implications that may arise from this project. Councillor Atkins suggested that additional wayfinding signage be implemented, and that Council note the concerns of residents and review the area for potential traffic calming treatments to reduce traffic issues in the area.

Council Officers noted that the next phase of the InnerWest@40 rollout will be implemented in the section of Newtown that the residents previously raised concerns about, and that Council is currently developing signage for the InnerWest@40 project in this area which will be submitted to Transport for NSW for review and approval. Council Officers could not provide an estimated date of implementation owing to the involvement of external agency in the approval process.

Council Officers tabled correspondence from a resident advising they supported the proposal.

The Committee members agreed with the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1. That Council note the approval of the Traffic Management Plan by Transport for NSW.

2. That Council approve the implementation of the proposed temporary road closure at London Street and the temporary part road closure at Simmons Street for a trial period of 6 months.

3. That the amended signs and linemarking plan for London Street (Parking changes plan) be approved.

4. That the amended signs and linemarking plan for Simmons Street (Parking changes plan) be approved.

5. That Council notes the concerns of residents and investigates potential traffic calming treatments in the surrounding streets of London and Simmons Streets.

6. That additional advisory signs be placed on Liberty Street advising that London Street is closed and to use Stanmore Road to Access Enmore Road.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0725(1) Item 13 Salisbury Road, Stanmore - Request for a residential parking scheme (Damun-Stanmore Ward / Newtown Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Upon receiving a petition from residents of Salisbury Road, Stanmore Council initiated an investigation for implementing residential parking restrictions on the southern side of Salisbury Road, between properties No.75 and No.101 Salisbury Road. Recent parking occupancy surveys conducted by Council Officers have indicated a high parking demand in the above-mentioned section of Salisbury Road during peak hours of the day.

This report provides the results of the recent resident parking scheme investigation in Salisbury Road, Stanmore.

Officers Recommendation:

That the proposal to implement Resident Parking Scheme restrictions ‘2P 8.30am to 6pm Monday – Friday Permit Holders Excepted Area M15’ in Salisbury Road, Stanmore on the southern side between No.75 and No.101 Salisbury Road not be supported at this time due to insufficient resident support.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0725(1) Item 14 Baltic and Bedford Streets, Newtown- Proposed 'No Stopping' restrictions (Damun-Stanmore Ward/Inner West PAC/Newtown Electorate)

SUMMARY

This report outlines a ‘No Stopping’ restriction proposal to improve access to Baltic Street at the intersection of Bedford Street. The proposal will improve parking compliance and ensure vehicles park away from the intersection. Community consultation revealed strong objection to the proposal due to loss of parking. Accordingly, Council officers are proposing a reduced 6-metre ‘No Stopping’ restriction which will require the completion of a risk assessment, that will subsequently be referred to Transport for NSW for approval.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That the proposed ‘No Stopping’ restrictions on both sides of Baltic Street, 6 metres north from the intersection of Bedford Street be approved subject to the completion risk assessment by Council and approval of a risk assessment by TfNSW.

2. That the proposed ‘No Stopping’ restriction on the northern side of Bedford Street, 6 metres west of Bedford Street be approved, subject to the completion risk assessment by Council and approval of a risk assessment by TfNSW.

3. That the ‘No Stopping’ restriction on the northern side, east of Bedford Street be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the proposed ‘No Stopping’ restrictions on both sides of Baltic Street, 6 metres north from the intersection of Bedford Street be approved subject to the completion risk assessment by Council and approval of a risk assessment by TfNSW.

2. That the proposed ‘No Stopping’ restriction on the northern side of Bedford Street, 6 metres west of Bedford Street be approved, subject to the completion risk assessment by Council and approval of a risk assessment by TfNSW.

3. That the ‘No Stopping’ restriction on the northern side, east of Bedford Street be approved.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0725(1) Item 15 Allen Street, Leichhardt - Safety at Driveway of 141-143 Allen Street (Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward/Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

The strata management of 141-143 Allen Street, Leichhardt has reported that drivers exiting the site driveway located in Flood Street, Leichhardt are having difficulty exiting the driveway as sight lines are obstructed due to parked vehicles. They further requested 4-5m sections of ‘No Parking’ restrictions each side of the driveway which result in a loss of two (2) on-street parking spaces.

A review has been undertaken on the subject driveway at Flood Street. As on-street parking is highly utilised and valued by the community, the installation of parking restrictions is not supported. Alternate possible measures to improve safety would be to install a speed hump inside of the property boundary, and additional signs for vehicles exiting the ramp and driveway would be recommended, which is a standard measure undertaken at other similar driveways within the Inner West. It is also recommended to relocate the existing ‘2P 8am-6pm Permit Holders Excepted Area L1’ (L) sign located approximately 4.5m north of the subject driveway closer to this driveway to prevent vehicles partially obstructing the driveway and attempting to park within the unrestricted section.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That Council write to the Strata Management at 141-143 Allen Street, Leichhardt advising of the outcome of this report and requesting the Strata Management to consider the installation of a speed hump inside the property boundary with ‘Giveway to Pedestrians’ and ‘Stop’ signage leading up to and at the exit of the driveway.

2. That the existing ‘2P 8am-6pm Permit Holders Excepted Area L1’ (L) signage north of the driveway be relocated south by approximately 3.9m.

DISCUSSION:

Council Officers noted that there was an error in the recommendation that the second point on the recommendation should read “That the existing ‘2P 8am-6pm Permit Holders Excepted Area L1’ (R) signage north of the driveway be relocated south by approximately 3.9m.”

The Committee members agreed with the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

2. That the existing ‘2P 8am-6pm Permit Holders Excepted Area L1’ (R) signage north of the driveway be relocated south by approximately 3.9m.

For Motion: Unanimous

Meeting closed at 11.59pm.

CHAIRPERSON

Councillor Victor Macri