Agenda of Local Traffic Committee - Monday, 17 March 2025

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

17 March 2025

Minutes of Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on 17 February 2025

Meeting commenced at 11:01 AM

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY BY CHAIR

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
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

Col Jones	Inner West Bicycle Coalition (IWBC)
Michael Takla	Representative for Transit Systems
Nalin Rajapaksha	Representative for U-Go Mobility
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)
Jason Scoufis	IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Investigations & Road Safety
Christy Li	IWC’s Business Administration Officer

VISITORS

Robel Chowdhury	TfNSW/Sydney Metro (Item 3)
Nick Windmiller	TfNSW/Sydney Metro (Item 3)
Ahsanul Amin	TfNSW/Sydney Metro (Item 3)
Brendan Russell- Cooper	Public Speaker (Item 13)
Anne-Marie Smith	TfNSW (Item 15)

APOLOGIES:

Nil.

DISCLOSURES OF INTERESTS:

Nil.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

That the Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee held on Monday, 9 December 2024 be confirmed.

MATTERS ARISING FROM COUNCIL’S RESOLUTION OF MINUTES

Nil.

LTC0225(1) Item 1 Lower Railway Parade, Sydenham – Temporary medium-term 12P parking changes during major rail shutdown of T3 line for Sydney Metro Upgrade works (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

From Monday 30 September 2024, the T3 Bankstown Line from Sydenham to Bankstown was closed for a 12-month period to enable the final conversion of the 130-year-old line to modern metro standards. A report went to the August 2024 Local Traffic Committee meeting detailing various temporary medium-term parking changes associated with the 12-month T3 shutdown.

Transport for NSW (TfNSW) have notified Council that local businesses along Lower Railway Parade, Sydenham have indicated they are in favour of changing the unrestricted parking in Lower Railway Parade to timed parking to increase availability of spaces for use by customers and employees of the businesses for the remainder of T3 shutdown period.

Specifically, TfNSW is requesting approval for the medium-term conversion of 109 metres (40 parking spaces) 90 degree angled ‘unrestricted parking’ on the southeast kerb of Lower Railway Parade (between Gleeson Avenue and Marrickville Road) to ‘12P’ restrictions.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That the following temporary medium-term parking / traffic changes be approved:

a) Lower Railway Parade (40 parking spaces) - The medium-term conversion of 109 metres (40 parking spaces) 90 degree angled ‘unrestricted parking’ on the southeast kerb of Lower Railway Parade (between Gleeson Avenue and Marrickville Road) to ‘12P’ restrictions; and

b) Temporarily converting Lower Railway Parade into a single direction entry / exit, subject to implementation of the Traffic Management Plan for the proposed access changes.

2. That the cost of all works of the statement and/or reinstatement of any/all signage will be borne by TfNSW.

3. That the applicant and Council Rangers be advised in terms of this report.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the following temporary medium-term parking / traffic changes be approved:

b) Temporarily converting Lower Railway Parade into a single direction entry / exit, subject to implementation of the Traffic Management Plan for the proposed access changes.

2. That the cost of all works of the statement and/or reinstatement of any/all signage will be borne by TfNSW.

3. That the applicant and Council Rangers be advised in terms of this report.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0225(1) Item 2 Charlotte Avenue, Marrickville at Myrtle Street and Victoria Road - Temporary full road closure and temporary regulatory signage changes– Sydney Water sewer upgrade works Marrickville CTMP (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West Pac)

SUMMARY

An application has been received from D4C for the temporary full road closure of Charlotte Avenue, Marrickville at its junction with Myrtle Street and Victoria Road, for an approximate 6-month period beginning 1 April 2025 to 1 September 2025 in order to facilitate Sydney Water’s sewer upgrade works. As per the supplied Sydney Water sewer upgrade works Marrickville CTMP the road will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic and there is a proposed temporary regulatory signage change at the northern end of Charlotte Avenue to facilitate U-turns. It is recommended that the proposed temporary full road closure and temporary signage change be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in this report.

Officers Recommendation:

That the proposed temporary full road closure (ENRC/2024/0069) of Charlotte Avenue, Marrickville at its junction with Myrtle Street and Victoria Road, for an approximate 6-month period beginning from 1 April 2025 to 1 September 2025 be approved, in order to facilitate Sydney Water’s sewer upgrade works subject to, but not limited to, the following conditions:

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

2. 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;

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

4. The applicant is to bear all costs and works associated with the installation/removal of the temporary “No Parking’ restrictions at the northern end of Charlotte Avenue, Marrickville.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the proposed temporary full road closure (ENRC/2024/0069) of Charlotte Avenue, Marrickville at its junction with Myrtle Street and Victoria Road, for an approximate 6-month period beginning from 1 April 2025 to 1 September 2025 be approved, in order to facilitate Sydney Water’s sewer upgrade works subject to, but not limited to, the following conditions:

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

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

4. The applicant is to bear all costs and works associated with the installation/removal of the temporary “No Parking’ restrictions at the northern end of Charlotte Avenue, Marrickville.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0225(1) Item 3 Illawarra Road, Marrickville - Proposed roadside barrier (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

This report presents the protective measure works proposed by Sydney Metro as part of the Sydney Metro Southwest project, at the existing bridge on Illawarra Road between Schwebel and Arthur Streets, Marrickville. It outlines the scope of work and the implications to the existing footpath and road.

Officers Recommendation:

That the protective measure works proposed by Sydney Metro as part of the Sydney Metro Southwest project at the existing bridge on Illawarra Road between Schwebel and Arthur Streets, Marrickville be approved including associated amendments to the travel lanes.

DISCUSSION:

Public Speakers Ahsanul Amin, Nick Windmiller and Robel Chowdhury entered the meeting at 11.05am

Mr Windmiller advised that the proposal is to provide bridge and road barriers along the links of the Bankstown Corridor to protect errant vehicles entering the corridor. It was noted that a barrier was required following a risk assessment conducted on Illawarra Road Bridge and the approaches to the bridge. Mr Windmiller advised that Sydney Metro has proposed to build out the footpath 300 millimetres towards the centre of the road (in order to accommodate a barrier) which will result in a 300 millimetres reduction in the northbound lane width. He noted that the proposed changes would have minimal impact on the carriageway as a 3.2m lane would be maintained and that the current footpath widths will be maintained.

Public Speakers Ahsanul Amin, Nick Windmiller and Robel Chowdhury left the meeting at 11.09am

The Representative for Transport for NSW noted that the minimum lane width for buses was 3.2 meters.

The Representative for Transit Systems stated his concerns regarding buses and heavy vehicle side mirrors being swiped as 3.2 metre lane widths on both sides is at the minimum if two larger vehicles were to pass simultaneously.

The Representative for Transport for NSW noted the concerns raised by the Representative for Transit Systems and advised that various options were explored however this was the compromise they had come to noting the limited width available on the bridge.

Council Officers noted that in the original proposal, the footpath was to be narrowed to 1.5 metres to allow for the road barriers to be installed, however, this is substandard for the amount of pedestrians expected to use the footpath on the bridge and would be insufficient for higher numbers of pedestrians to pass each other in comfort and therefore the design was amended to the current width (1.8 meters) which is the minimum acceptable width for this footpath.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the protective measure works proposed by Sydney Metro as part of the Sydney Metro Southwest project at the existing bridge on Illawarra Road between Schwebel and Arthur Streets, Marrickville be approved including associated amendments to the travel lanes.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0225(1) Item 4 182-189 Victoria Road and 28-30 Faversham Street, Marrickville (Wicks Park) - Traffic intersection assessment (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

This report outlines the traffic intersection assessment at Victoria Road and the private access road of Wicks Place, Marrickville. The assessment found low right turning volumes and low levels of queuing at this intersection and no further right turn restrictions are necessary at this stage.

Officers Recommendation:

That no further right turn restrictions outside the current morning peak period (7am-9.30am Mon-Fri) be implemented from Victoria Road into the private road at Wicks Place.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That no further right turn restrictions outside the current morning peak period (7am-9.30am Mon-Fri) be implemented from Victoria Road into the private road at Wicks Place.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0225(1) Item 5 Albermarle Street, Marrickville – Temporary Full Road Closure of Rail Overbridge south of Challis Street - Sydney Metro SWM4 works CTMP (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West Pac)

SUMMARY

An application has been received from Martinus on behalf of Sydney Metro (SWM4) for the temporary full road closure of the rail over bridge on Albermarle Street just south of Challis Avenue, Marrickville for a 56-hour period in alignment with Rail Possession Weekend 39, occurring from Friday 28th March to Monday 31st March 2025. It is recommended that the proposed temporary full road closure be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in this report.

Officers Recommendation:

That the proposed temporary full road closure of Albermarle Street (between Challis Avenue and Kays Avenue East), Marrickville for a 56-hour period in alignment with Rail Possession occurring from Friday, 28th March to Monday, 31st March.2025 (contingency period of two weeks) 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:

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

3. 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 Albermarle Street (between Challis Avenue and Kays Avenue East), Marrickville for a 56-hour period in alignment with Rail Possession occurring from Friday, 28th March to Monday, 31st March.2025 (contingency period of two weeks) 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:

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

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

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0225(1) Item 6 Beattie Street at Mullens Street, Balmain - Proposed Raised Pedestrian Crossing (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning to improve safety in Beattie Street, Balmain by constructing a raised pedestrian crossing west of Mullens and Montague Streets to replace two existing kerb ramps. 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.

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

The proposal will require a new ‘No Stopping’ sign to be installed in Beattie Street on the south side of the new raised pedestrian crossing as per attached plan. This will result in the loss of one (1) on street parking space in Beattie Street.

Officers Recommendation:

That the attached detailed design plan (Design Plan No.10321-A) for the proposed new raised pedestrian crossing on Beattie Street west of Mullens Street, Balmain be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the attached detailed design plan (Design Plan No.10321-A) for the proposed new raised pedestrian crossing on Beattie Street west of Mullens Street, Balmain be approved.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0225(1) Item 7 Renwick Street & Marion Street, Leichhardt - Proposed Intersection Line Marking Upgrades (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

This report outlines safety concerns raised by residents at the intersection of Renwick Street and Marion Street, Leichhardt. A high volume of parents, students and children can be observed by the public using this crossing point due to the proximity of the childcare and public school. A review has been undertaken and proposes to upgrade the existing line marking at the intersection, which improves driver visibility and clarity for pedestrians and vehicle movements at this intersection.

Officers Recommendation:

That the proposed intersection line marking upgrades at the Renwick Street and Marion Street, Leichhardt intersection shown in Attachment 1 be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the proposed intersection line marking upgrades at the Renwick Street and Marion Street, Leichhardt intersection shown in Attachment 1 be approved.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0225(1) Item 8 Robert Street, Rozelle - Ministry of Sound Traffic Management Plan (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Ministry of Sound 2025 event is scheduled to take place at White Bay Power Station (WBPS) on Roberts Street Rozelle, which will host a music party on four separate dates Fridays and Saturdays 4-5 April, and 11-12 April 2025.

The Traffic Management Plan (TMP) was prepared and aims to provide safe pedestrian access routes to the site through a proposed pedestrian crossing point in Robert Street, pick-up and drop-off zone for private vehicles and taxis along Robert Street and Mullens Street.

Officers Recommendation:

That the Traffic Management Plan (TMP) for Ministry of Sound 2025 at the White Bay Power Station proposed on 4-5 April and 11-12 April 2025 be approved subject to the following conditions:

a) the event organisers notify the community including residents and businesses of the proposed event, changes to traffic and parking in the area;

b) road closures are only implemented by order of NSW police to ensure public safety during event egress;

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

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

e) the event organiser 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

f) the event organiser 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 Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the Traffic Management Plan (TMP) for Ministry of Sound 2025 at the White Bay Power Station proposed on 4-5 April and 11-12 April 2025 be approved subject to the following conditions:

a) the event organisers notify the community including residents and businesses of the proposed event, changes to traffic and parking in the area;

b) road closures are only implemented by order of NSW police to ensure public safety during event egress;

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

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

f) the event organiser 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.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0225(1) Item 9 Lilyfield Road, Lilyfield - Bus Zone Removal (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has been advised that the two Bus Stops in Lilyfield Road between Perry Lane and Rayner Street are now redundant due to revised bus routes in the area. As these stops are no longer operational, it is proposed that the Bus Zones be removed and reinstated as unrestricted parking.

Officers Recommendation:

That removal of the existing Bus Zones on Lilyfield Road, in front of No.147 and No.158 Lilyfield Road, Lilyfield be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Representative for Transit Systems advised that the Bus Stop J-stems have been removed.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That removal of the existing Bus Zones on Lilyfield Road, in front of No.147 and No.158 Lilyfield Road, Lilyfield be approved.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0225(1) Item 10 Robert Street at Holden Street, Ashfield- New at-grade pedestrian (zebra) crossing- amended plan (Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

Council at its meeting on the 18 March 2024 (through its Traffic Committee 11 December 2023) approved in principle a series of proposed pedestrian (zebra) crossings and kerb extension treatments (under concept) with other auxiliary works (relocation of bus stops, inclusion of raised platform thresholds) for improved pedestrian and road safety around and near to the Cardinal Freeman (Retirement) Village, Ashfield.

This report describes and shows the amended detailed design plan of one of the proposed treatments involving the placing of a pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Robert Street, at the intersection of Holden Street, Ashfield. This work is programmed and envisaged to be constructed in the 2025/2026 financial year, subject to funding.

Officers Recommendation:

That the detailed amended design plan (10302-A) for a proposed new at-grade pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Robert Street at its intersection with Holden Street, Ashfield, with associated signs and line marking (as shown in Attachment 1) be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0225(1) Item 11 Goodsell Street, St Peters - Request for an extension to times and days of the existing residential parking scheme (Midjuburi - Marrickville Ward / Heffron Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

A petition has been received from 41 residents of Goodsell Street, St Peters for an extension to times and days of the existing Resident Parking Scheme (RPS) in their street. Concerns were also raised with possible greater demands for parking in the area after current Camdenville Oval Upgrade works are completed.

This report provides the results of the recent resident parking scheme investigation in Goodsell Street, St Peters and recommends the modification of existing resident parking restrictions from ‘2P 8.30am-6pm Mon-Fri, Permit Holders Excepted Area M12’ to a combination of ‘2P 8am-10pm, Permit Holders Excepted Area M12’, ‘2P 8am to 10pm Mon-Fri, Permit Holders Excepted Area M12’and ‘2P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri, Permit Holders Excepted Area M12’.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That the existing ‘2P 8.30am-6pm Mon-Fri’, Permit Holders Excepted Area M12’ resident parking restrictions on the northern side of Goodsell Street between Council Street and the units at no. 1 Goodsell Street be amended to ‘2P 8am to 10pm, Permit Holders Excepted Area M12’ to provide all week parking opportunities for local residents.

2. That the existing ‘2P 8.30am-6pm Mon-Fri’, Permit Holders Excepted Area M12’ resident parking restrictions on the southern side of Goodsell Street between Council Street and May Lane be amended to ‘2P 8am to 10pm Mon-Fri, Permit Holders Excepted Area M12’ to provide weekday parking opportunities for local residents and to provide opportunities for other users of local facilities as well.

3. That the ‘2P 8.30am-6pm Mon-Fri, Permit Holders Excepted Area M12’ parking adjacent to no. 1 Goodsell Street to be amended to ‘2P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri, Permit Holders Excepted Area M12’.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

3. That the ‘2P 8.30am-6pm Mon-Fri, Permit Holders Excepted Area M12’ parking adjacent to no. 1 Goodsell Street to be amended to ‘2P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri, Permit Holders Excepted Area M12’.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0225(1) Item 12 Leichhardt Oval Special Event Parking Scheme 2025 (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

The existing signs on streets surrounding Leichhardt Oval that read ‘1P during sporting fixtures at Leichhardt Oval, Authorised Residents Vehicles Excepted Area LY’, are being replaced with ‘1P Special Events Permit Holders Excepted Area SE’ restrictions, in order to update the signs to the latest TfNSW requirements.

Officers Recommendation:

That the Special Event Parking Scheme (SE) in the roads surrounding Leichhardt Oval be activated for the following three days during the times of 12:00 pm – 8:00pm for NRL Fixtures in 2025:

a) Sunday 27 April 2025;

b) Sunday 20 July 2025; and

c) Sunday 24 August 2025.

DISCUSSION:

Councillor Atkins questioned whether residents with permits will still be able to park in the surrounding area during the Special Event Parking Scheme.

Council Officers advised residents with permits will still be able to park in the area during the Special Event Parking Scheme.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the Special Event Parking Scheme (SE) in the roads surrounding Leichhardt Oval be activated for the following three days during the times of 12:00 pm – 8:00pm for NRL Fixtures in 2025:

a) Sunday 27 April 2025;

b) Sunday 20 July 2025; and

c) Sunday 24 August 2025.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0225(1) Item 13 Proposed Parking Restriction Operational Hours Extension - Rozelle South Precinct (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

This report outlines the results of the Community Engagement undertaken regarding changes to the existing resident parking scheme operational hours in Rozelle South precinct as shown in Figure 1 below.

Officers Recommendation:

That the existing parking restriction in the Rozelle South precinct currently signposted as ‘2P 8am-8pm Area R1 Permit Holder Excepted’, ‘2P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri Area R1 Permit Holder Excepted’ and ‘2P 8am-10pm Mon-Fri Area R1 Permit Holder Excepted’ be changed to ‘2P 8am-10pm Area R1 Permit Holder Excepted’ on the following streets:

• Evans Street between Denison Street and Victoria Road

• Catherine Street

• Keniff Street

• Elizabeth Street

• Prince Street

• Gordon Street between Lilyfield Road and Victoria Road

• Maney Street

• Graham Street

• Quirk Street

• Hornsey Street

• Burt Street between No.30 and Gordon Street

• Lilyfield Road between No.65 and Victoria Road

DISCUSSION:

Public Speaker Brendan Russell-Cooper entered the meeting at 11.10am

Mr Russell-Cooper raised concerns for the proposed recommendation noting that removal of parking on both sides of Charlotte Street and the growth of Totti’s restaurant has made it difficult for residents to find parking near their homes. Mr Russell-Cooper noted that this causes difficulties when he goes grocery shopping and often times he would decide not to go out as he would be left with nowhere to park when he returns. Mr Russell- Cooper advised that he has a visitors permit however often his visitors can rarely find a spot to park. Mr Russell- Cooper advised that the Rozelle South Parking Precinct consisting of parking zones ‘R1’ and ‘R2’ and noted that the response to the proposal from the Rozelle South parking precinct was 67% in favour of the changes and one of the reasons Council decided to pursue these changes. Mr Russell-Cooper noted that the votes from the ‘R2’ residents may have favourably skewed the results for the overall precinct and requested that the Committee review what percentage was in favour of the changes in the ‘R1’ zone. Mr Russell- Cooper suggested that Council consider reinstating parking on both side of Charlotte Street if the proposal were to go ahead and noted that both sides of Elizabeth Street which has the same width of Charlotte Street at its narrowest point allows for parking on both sides of the street. Mr Russell-Cooper requested that more consideration be given to how residents can cope with the potential issues if the recommendation is adopted.

Public Speaker Brendan Russell-Cooper left the meeting at 11.15am

Council Officers advised that in relation to Mr Russell-Coopers query regarding the survey results, area ‘R2’ had a support rate of 74% noting 27 responses with 20 in support and the area ‘R1’ had a 58% support rate with 15 responses and 8 in support of the proposal.

Council Officers noted that the intention of the restrictions was to further restrict both people working and visiting Totti’s restaurant from parking for extended periods of time. It was noted that currently the restrictions conclude at 8pm meaning people without permit can park in the area from 6pm as it becomes unrestricted parking from 8pm onwards. Council Officers noted that by increasing the restrictions, it limits parking for Totti’s patrons to 2 hours and is in line with the resident parking schemes in Balmain and Rozelle.

Council Officers noted that ‘No Parking’ restrictions were put into Charlotte Street as residents with properties with off-street parking that back onto Charlotte Street often had difficulties accessing their driveways when cars were parked on the adjacent footpath.

The Representative for the Member of Summer Hill noted that there was not a significant response rate from the residents and questioned if this could be trialled and reviewed over a 12-month period to assess the outcome of the implemented restrictions.

Council Officers noted that in a new Resident Parking Scheme investigation, Council seeks a 60% support rate and a 30% response rate, however, as there was already an existing scheme and there was a minor amendment in the proposed restrictions, Council did not advise residents that this specific support rate was required for changes to be implemented. Council Officers noted that although the response rate was not high, there were also few submissions opposing the restrictions. Council Officers also noted that this investigation commenced as an action following an on-site meeting with approx. 50 residents, Totti’s management and the Mayor requesting an increase in restrictions.

Council Officers tabled additional correspondence sent by residents. Council Officers noted that one resident was not against the recommendation but raised concerns regarding the effectiveness of the current proposal. The resident questioned whether the extension of restrictions would translate into more frequent patrols during key hours of 6-9pm evenings and if 1P parking had been considered as this would disincentivise patrons from driving and encouraging the use of public transport taxis and Ubers, improving existing parking issues in the area.

Council Officers tabled in correspondence from a resident advising they were opposed to the recommendation stating that patrons often abuse the 2-hour parking preventing residents from being able to park near their homes. The resident also noted that the Totti’s website mentions that there is ‘plenty of street parking in the local area’ when that was not the case. The resident noted concerns regarding numerous car accidents and incidents of drunk driving from patrons in the area causing damage to residents’ vehicles and that lack of parking near their homes translated to difficulty unloading items from their vehicles and potential safety issues for residents with young children.

Council Officers advised that they had contacted Merivale and have requested to have the website amended to advise there was limited parking in the area and encourage to take public transport. Council Officers confirmed the website has been updated to reflect the correct information.

Council Officers tabled correspondence from another resident noting that the impact of parking has increased markedly due to the opening of Rozelle Parklands, events at the White Bay Power Station and since the opening of a theatre on Gordon Street. The resident noted that traffic survey was conducted leading up to Christmas and the holidays and that timing of the surveys would have affected the results of the surveys. The resident requested for parking restrictions to be extended from 8am to 10pm as per the other streets in the local area.

The Chair requested that the recommendation be amended so that a review be undertaken in 12 months’ time to assess the outcome of the implemented parking restrictions.

The Committee members agreed with the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the existing parking restriction in the Rozelle South precinct currently signposted as ‘2P 8am-8pm Area R1 Permit Holder Excepted’, ‘2P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri Area R1 Permit Holder Excepted’ and ‘2P 8am-10pm Mon-Fri Area R1 Permit Holder Excepted’ be changed to ‘2P 8am-10pm Area R1 Permit Holder Excepted’ on the following streets:

· Evans Street between Denison Street and Victoria Road

· Catherine Street

· Keniff Street

· Elizabeth Street

· Prince Street

· Gordon Street between Lilyfield Road and Victoria Road

· Maney Street

· Graham Street

· Quirk Street

· Hornsey Street

· Burt Street between No.30 and Gordon Street

· Lilyfield Road between No.65 and Victoria Road

That a 12 month post implementation review be undertaken in the Rozelle South precinct after the implementation of the parking restrictions.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0225(1) Item 14 Brighton Street, Petersham - Heavy Vehicle Access (Damun - Stanmore Ward/ Newtown Electorate/ Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council at its meeting held on 3 September 2024 considered a Notice of Motion regarding Pedestrian Safety on Brighton Steet, Petersham and resolved to write to Transport for NSW seeking advice on how existing heavy vehicle restrictions on Brighton Street can be better enforced and what other measures Council can take to deter heavy vehicle through access. This report summaries advice from Transport for NSW, Council’s Regulatory Services team and provides an update on capital works.

Officers Recommendation:

That the report be received and noted.

DISCUSSION:

Councillor Atkins noted that the report was great and questioned if there would be a possibility of changing Brighton Street from ‘Priority B’ in the Inner West @ 40 implementation to ‘Priority A.’

Council Officers advised that as part of the Inner West @ 40 study, the LGA had been broken up into different priorities with Newtown, Marrickville and Enmore being in ‘Priority A’ with intention to expand so that there are no gaps between areas of implementation subject to funding availability.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the report be received and noted.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0225(1) Item 15 Temporary No Parking Restrictions proposed on Marrickville Road, Marrickville (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Transport for NSW (Transport) has identified increased traffic congestion westbound on Marrickville Road caused by vehicles turning right into Silver Street at an unsignalised filter turn.

Transport proposes to introduce temporary parking restrictions during weekday AM peak times to reduce congestion on Marrickville Road, improve bus reliability and journey times and make right turns into Silver Street safer and more efficient.

Officers Recommendation:

That temporary ‘Keep Clear’ linemarking be introduced on Marrickville Road at Silver Street (eastbound lane) and ‘No Parking 6am-10am Mon-Fri’ restrictions be introduced on Marrickville Road, opposite Silver Street replacing 4x 1/4P restrictions, to reduce congestion on Marrickville Road, improve bus reliability and journey times and make right turns into Silver Street safer and more efficient.

DISCUSSION:

Public Speaker Anne-Marie Smith entered the meeting at 11.16am

Ms Smith advised that Transport for NSW had a SCATS (Sydney Coordinated Adaptive Traffic System) SME (Subject Matter Expert) who has observed traffic flows in the Inner West and has noticed issues with vehicles turning right into silver street from Marrickville Road blocking through traffic. It was noted that the quarter hour parking spaces on Marrickville Road, opposite Silver Street causes congestion on Marrickville Road as it prevents vehicles from going around cars that are queued to turn right into Silver Street. Ms Smith advised that there were 2 options which were reviewed to treat the issue, one was to restrict quarter hour parking and the other was to ban the right turn onto Silver Street. It was noted that banning the right turn onto Silver Street would inconvenience residents living in the area so restricting the quarter hour parking during morning peak hours was the preferred option. It was noted that in the traffic survey conducted, there is high traffic flow from 6am in the morning through to 9pm in the evening, however, the highest combined traffic flow in both directions coincides predominantly in the morning peak, which is the reason as to the ‘No Parking’ restrictions being proposed during morning peak times. Ms Smith advised that the Community and Place team within Transport for NSW were engaged to consult with the nearby businesses through doorknocking and letter box drops and noted 9 written submissions from the community ranging from neutral to supportive of improving the traffic flow in the area.

The Chair noted that Garners Avenue and Frampton Avenue experience similar issues as the intersection of Marrickville Road and Silver Street from his observations and questioned why the treatment options were only considered for Silver Street as Garners Avenue experiences more issues due to there being a public carpark located on that street. The Chair also stated that he had spoken to some businesses nearby and was advised that the businesses had not been consulted nor received any flyers regarding the proposal.

The Representative for the Inner Bicycle Coalition questioned what provisions were going to be make for the removal of quarter hour parking between 6am and 10am. Ms Smith advised that were no alternative arrangements for the quarter hour parking spaces and noted that the survey/ camera observations conducted on the quarter hour parking spaces showed cars parking in those spots for over 15 minutes and that the spaces were not being ultilised as they were intended for.

The Chair noted it may be better to place ‘Keep Clear’ signage and markings at the intersection of Marrickville Road with Garners Avenue, Frampton Avenue and Silver Street and do a review after implementation to see if that alleviates the traffic issues. Ms Smith noted that the issue they are specifically trying to address is vehicles not being able to pass the vehicle wishing to turn right as this ultimately blocks the traffic flow.

Public Speaker Anne-Marie Smith left the meeting at 11.30am

The Chair advised the committee members he was not convinced that this was the best solution to address the issues on Marrickville Road and noted that treating other surrounding streets in the area such as Garners Avenue may have a potentially have a bigger impact than treating Silver Street alone.

Council Officers noted that they had expressed similar concerns to the project manager and noted from the surveys conducted that the quarter hour parking spots were typically occupied. Council Officers noted that they could not see any major benefits to Marrickville Road if only one intersection was treated.

The Representative for Transport for NSW suggested the possibility of reducing the proposed hours to 6am to 9am to benefit the local businesses and trial it for 6 months instead of the 12 months.

Council Officers suggested to defer the item so that Transport for NSW have more time to develop alternate proposal(s) for consideration.

The Chair and majority of Committee members agreed with the amended recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the proposed parking and linemarking changes at the intersection of Marrickville Road and Silver Street, Marrickville be deferred for further investigation.

For Motion: Council and Representative for Summer Hill

Against Motion: Transport for NSW

General Business

Item 16- Request for Parking Patrols near Wilkins Public school and ‘No Parking’ signs.

The Representative for the Member of Newtown noted that a resident had written into Jenny Leong’s office requesting for parking patrols to take place near Wilkins Public school as there were multiple instances of illegal parking. The Representative for the Member of Newtown requested that Council amend the speed limit in Bay Lane to 40km/h as well as install ‘No Parking’ signs on the corner of Coronation Avenue and Rose Street as well as on Rose Street and Bay Lane.

Council Officers requested that the Representative for the Member of Newtown forward the correspondence to Council so the relevant team can investigate and advise the resident of the outcome.

Item 17- Pedestrian Safety on Railway Terrace and West Street, Lewisham

The Representative for the Member of Newtown advised a resident had concerns regarding the pedestrian safety at the intersection of Railway Terrace and West Street, Lewisham. The Representative for the Member of Newtown noted that in 2022 the Roads Minister advised that best option would be to widen the pathways. The Representative for the Member of Newtown also suggested the potential of a scramble crossing at the intersection may help alleviate the issues at this intersection.

Council Officers advised that they had previously met with Transport for NSW and the school and discussed the potential of a scramble crossing. Council Officers noted that they had received written correspondence that a scramble crossing was not supported.

The Representative for Transport for NSW advised that there is a new program called ‘Safer Routes to School’ and that the program has been looking at the crossing to Petersham Public School as well the intersection of Railway Terrace and West Street, Lewisham in more detail. It was noted that a road safety assessment on the intersection has been completed and is to be reviewed and discussed with Council.

Item 18- Onsite Meeting for Parking issues around Carrington Road, Marrickville

The Chair questioned when the onsite meeting to discuss the parking issues around Carrington Road, Marrickville will be held. Council Officers advised that no date has been set as of yet, but they are planning on having the meeting within the next month.

Item 19- Request for timed parking in Gerald Street, Marrickville

The Chair raised concerns regarding commuters parking in Gerald Street, Marrickville making it difficult for residents and nearby businesses to find parking nearby. The Chair requested that Council investigate restricted parking in Gerald Street.

Item 20- Pedestrian Safety at the intersection of Smith Street and Victoria Road, Marrickville

The Chair raised concerns regarding pedestrian safety at the intersection of Smith Street and Victoria Road, Marrickville advising that due to the footpaths being wide apart, when vehicles travel down that road, pedestrians are often blindsided and stuck in the middle of the road. The Chair requested that Council investigate ways to improve pedestrian safety at the intersection of Smith Street and Victoria Road, Marrickville.

Item 21- Review of Shared Path signage along West Street, Petersham

The Representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition requested that the ‘Shared Path’ signage along West Street, Petersham be reviewed as there seems to be missing signs along the path. Council Officers advised that West Street is not currently a Shared Path, but Council is currently working on the design for the West Street Cycleway which will review this matter

Item 22- Safety of pedestrians when moving from the new bus stops on Edinburgh Road to Marrickville Metro

Council Officers raised concerns regarding pedestrian movements outside of Marrickville Metro due to pedestrians being dropped off on the south side of Edinburgh Road and crossing the road near the new roundabout to access Marrickville Metro. It was noted that there was a new bus stop on Edinburgh Road on both the north and south side of the street. It was noted that buses pull into the southern bus stop, drop off passengers and then undertake a U-turn at the roundabout to pick up passengers on the north side before departing. Council officers asked why pedestrians were not dropped off on the north side of Edinburgh Road which would remove the conflict with pedestrians wanting to cross the road to get to Marrickville Metro which is the primary pedestrian generator in the area. Council Officers wanted to get clarification as to what the intended design was for that drop off.

The Representative for Transport for NSW advised she will pass on the query to the relevant team for review.

Item 23- Review of vegetation on the roundabout at the corner of Ramsay Street and St Davids Road, Haberfield

The Representative for the Member of Summer Hill raised concerns regarding the vegetation on the roundabout at the corner of Ramsay Street and St Davids Road, Haberfield advising the vegetation on the roundabout impedes the sightlines of oncoming vehicles using the roundabout. Council officers advised that this can be investigated.

Item 23- Road condition of Ramsay Street, Haberfield

The Representative for the Member of Summer Hill raised the road condition on Ramsay Street, Haberfield near Ocean Foods restaurant noting that due to the repeated rain over the past weeks, the roadway has subsided. The Representative for the Member of Summer Hill noted that the road was re-patched recently but advised the whole road should be reviewed as there may be leakages in the water pipes underneath the road causing erosion. Council Officers advised that Council’s drainage team are currently investigating this issue.

Meeting closed at 12.38pm.

CHAIR

Councillor Macri

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

17 March 2025

Item No: LTC0325(1) Item 1

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

Prepared By: Amir Falamarzi - Traffic Engineer

Authorised By: Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

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.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE

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

2: Liveable, connected neighbourhoods and transport

EXECUTIVE 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.

BACKGROUND

Nike aims to host the proposed event to promote women’s sport. The total length of the running path is 21km spanning the road network within Inner West Council and the City of Sydney Council.

The event is scheduled for Saturday 12 April 2025, commencing at 16:30 and finishing at 21:10. Approximately 7,500 participants are expected to take part in the run. The event will begin at Rozelle Parklands and conclude at Tumbalong Park, Darling Harbour.

Figure 1 shows the event course map spanning across the City of Sydney and Inner West Council areas, and areas within the

Figure 1: Nike After Dark Tour course map

DISCUSSION

The proposed Traffic Management Plan (TMP) in Attachment 1 includes key information about the event, including the event date and time, proposed traffic arrangements such as road closure locations, traffic control plans and parking management strategies as well as available public transport services for event visitors.

Additionally, the relevant Traffic Guidance Schemes for the areas within the Inner West Council local government area (LGA) are provided in Attachment 2.

Temporary Road closures

The following temporary road closures are proposed within Rozelle from 3:30pm to 7:30pm on the event date:

· Port Access Road between Sommerville Road and the White Bay Cruise Terminal

· Solomons Way between Sommerville Road and Port Access Road

· Sommerville Road between James Craig Road and Port Access Road

The above roads are managed by Port Authority of NSW.

Stop/Slow Traffic Control

Stop/Slow traffic control will be performed at the following locations:

· James Craig Road between Waterways Court and Maritime Court, Rozelle Traffic Controllers to create a ‘gate system’ to allow a constant flow of runners crossing from the northern footpath to the southern footpath whilst maintaining managed access for vehicles. Traffic will be held in both directions at the eastern end and the runners will cross the road between those two traffic controllers. After a certain period of time the traffic will be stopped in both directions at the western end and runners will be directed up to that location to cross over the road. Traffic can then be released at the eastern end. This system will run on rotation for the duration that runners are travelling along James Craig Road. Refer to TGS 09.

· Anzac Bridge Shared Path, Rozelle Traffic Controllers to contraflow cyclists on the Anzac Bridge between the Australian ANZAC monument and the Rozelle Parklands intersection. Pedestrians will be asked to keep to the left of the lane that has been dedicated for general public use. Refer to TGS 02A.

Temporary Shared Path and Footpath Arrangements

Additional temporary arrangements will be utilised at the following locations:

· Rozelle Parklands Shared Path, Rozelle. The Rozelle Parklands shared path will be closed between the Easton Park pedestrian crossing and the turn off to Victoria Road. Pedestrians and cyclists will be detoured via Lilyfield Road and the Victoria Road shared path. Pedestrians will be instructed to use the footpaths whilst cyclists will utilise the bicycle lanes on Lilyfield Road. Refer to TGS 01D, TGS 10A & TGS 10B.

· Anzac Bridge Shared Path, Rozelle. Event runners and general public to be separated on this path. The path will be split down the centre line with a row of bollards stung together with nightline. Traffic Controllers will be positioned at each of the three entrances to this path, asking pedestrians to keep to the left of the general public lane. Cyclists will operate under a contraflow arrangement. Refer to TGS 02A.

· James Craig Road Shared Path, Rozelle. Both shared paths on either side of James Craig Road will be closed between City West link and the Anzac Bridge. Pedestrians and cyclists will be instructed to detour via the City West Link and Victoria Road footpaths along with the Rozelle Parklands shared path. Refer to TGS 02A, TGS 02B, TGS 10A, TGS 10B & TGS 10C.

· City West Link & The Crescent Shared Path. Event runners and general public to be separated on this path. The path will be split down the centre line with a row of bollards stung together with nightline. Traffic Controllers will be positioned at each of the three entrances to this path, asking pedestrians to keep to the left of the general public lane and asking cyclists to proceed slowly with caution. Refer to TGS 10B, TGS 10C, TGS 11 & TGS 12.

Participant Drop-off and Management of Parking Spaces

There will be a number of locations along the course where Traffic Controllers will need to manage parking spaces from earlier in the dark in and effort to minimise the number of vehicles that are still parked on the course once the road closures are implemented, and the runners are on course.

This will occur in the southern side of Lilyfield Road between Burt Street and Denison Street, Rozelle from 4:00am 11 April, as shown in TGS 01A. A temporary drop off zone will be created for participants that are being driven to the event on the southern side of Lilyfield Road between Burt Street and Denison Street, Rozelle. This drop off zone will be managed by traffic controllers. Refer to TGS 01B & TGS 01C.

Start Venue Transport Arrangements

Due to the location of Rozelle Parklands, arrangements have been made to offer participants extra transport options to get to the start venue and deter from personal car and ride services in the area.

A ferry service running every 20 minutes from King Street Wharf, operated by Captain Cook Cruises will be on offer to a drop off location directly at the Cruise Terminal.

A shuttle bus service will operate from Town Hall (Bathurst Street) in the Sydney CBD that will drop participants within the temporary drop off zone on the southern side of Lilyfield Road between Burt Street and Denison Street, Rozelle. This will operate between approximately 2:00pm and 5:00pm. Refer to TGS 01B, TGS 01C & TGS 33.

Rozelle Bay Light Rail stop is a short 400 metre walk from the Rozelle Parklands. Given the close proximity, it would be expected that light rail will be a popular choice for event participants making their way to the event.

Participants utilising buses are encouraged to utilise 502 and 504 services operating between the Sydney CBD and Rozelle/Balmain. The nearest public bus stop is on Victoria Road near Lilyfield Road within walking distance to the event.

Traffic Control

Accredited Traffic Managers will oversee implementation of the Traffic Guidance Schemes, including road closures.

Temporary traffic control signage, barricades and equipment as per the supplied Traffic Guidance Schemes must be installed by TfNSW or SafeWork accredited traffic controllers with a current “Implement Traffic Control Plan” certificate. Any person operating a Stop/Slow bat onsite must hold a current “Traffic Controller” certificate.

Community Notification

The event organisers have made arrangements for notification through:

· Letterbox drop will be conducted for impacted residents within and near the road closure precinct at least two weeks prior to the event.

· Road Closure and other traffic information will be advertised on the https://www.livetraffic.com website.

· Public Comms signage to be installed along the course to notify residents and businesses about the event. This signage to be installed two weeks prior to the event.

Portable Variable message signs

Approximately 8 portable Variable Message Signs (VMS) will be utilised across the event footprint to advertise road closures, shared path, footpath closures and changed traffic conditions.

Emergency Services

A minimum 4 metre emergency lane will be maintained along any road closures. Traffic controllers will be onsite to assist emergency vehicles through the closure points.

Fire and Rescue NSW, NSW Rural Fire Service and NSW Ambulance will be notified in writing of the event.

Hostile Vehicle Mitigation strategies may be undertaken within the road closure in accordance with the event risk assessment and NSW Police direction. This information is to remain confidential.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no financial implications associated with the implementation of the proposed recommendations outlined in the report.

ATTACHMENTS

1.⇩	Nike After Dark Tour Traffic Management Plan
2.⇩	Nike After Dark Tour Traffic Guidance Scheme Extract IWC area

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

17 March 2025

Item No: LTC0325(1) Item 8

Subject: 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)

Prepared By: Boris Muha - Traffic Engineer

Authorised By: Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

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.

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 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.

BACKGROUND

The proposed kerb blister/road narrowing treatment is developed under the Pedestrian Access Mobility Plan (PAMP) 2020 to facilitate and improve pedestrian safety and contribute to traffic calming/control of the area under the Ashfield Traffic Management Strategy (ATMS) 2017.

Council at its meeting on the 12 September 2023 approved in principle, and under concept, kerb extension/road narrowing treatment in Hurlstone Avenue at Prospect Road. Council also resolved at the meeting that ‘No Left Turn 7.30am-9.30am., 3-5pm Mon-Fri., Bicycles Excepted’ ban restrictions be included prohibiting traffic movement (at the above times) from Prospect Road into Hurlstone Avenue, subject that the ban is approved by Transport for NSW, and that the ban be trialled for a period of at least 6 months.

This report describes and shows the proposed detailed design plan treatment of the intersection together with the above part-time No Left Turn ban being incorporated. This work is programmed to be constructed in the 2025/2026 financial year, subject to funding.

DISCUSSION

The following information is provided in discussion.

Figure 1. Locality Plan

Street Name	Hurlstone Avenue
Carriageway width (m) kerb to kerb	12.8m
Carriageway type	Two-way, one travel lane each direction.
Classification	Local
Speed Limit km/h	50, 40 kph school zone at western end closer to Prospect Road.
85^th percentile speed km/h	46.4
Vehicles per day (vpd)	2080
TfNSW available reported crash history (last 5 years)	NIL- at the intersection with Prospect Road.
Parking arrangements	Unrestricted parking both sides
Side streets	Prospect Road to the west, and Old Canterbury Road to the east.

Street Name	Prospect Road (at Hurlstone Avenue)
Carriageway width (m) kerb to kerb	10.2m
Carriageway type	Two-way, one travel lane each direction.
Classification	Local-collector
Speed Limit km/h	50 and 40 kph school zone
85^th percentile speed km/h	32.6
Vehicles per day (vpd)	2143
TfNSW available reported crash history (last 5 years)	(1) Incident in 2020, north of Hurlstone Ave, RUM 63, vehicle door opening, serious injury, vehicles in southbound direction. NIL-at the intersection with Hurlstone Avenue
Parking arrangements	Unrestricted parking to both sides, full-time and part-time school zone Bus Zones.
Side streets	Hurlstone Avenue

Table 1. Road Network detail

The Plan

The following works are proposed and are illustrated on Attachment 2

Hurlstone Avenue (at Prospect Road), Summer Hill (Plan No. 10315 Sheet 1):

o Construct new landscaped kerb blister islands with integrated footpaths & kerb ramps in Hurlstone Ave (at its intersection with Prospect Rd) to narrow the roadway and improve safety for pedestrians crossing the road. ‘Gutter bridges’ comprising heel safe grating will allow safe access for pedestrians over existing kerb & guttering onto the new kerb buildouts.

o Reconstruct some sections of existing concrete footpath with new concrete footpath,

o Reconstruct some sections of existing kerb & guttering to allow the new works to integrate with existing assets,

o Install new ‘No Stopping’ in Hurlstone Avenue 8.5m from its intersection with Prospect Rd,

o Install two (2) ‘No Left Turn’ signs, restrictions operating 7:30-9:30am, 3-5pm along with ‘Bicycles Excepted’ signs (Note: The design states ‘School days’ which is not correct and is explained further below).

o Install signage and line marking associated with the works as required, as shown on Plans.

Parking Changes

The proposal will not result in the loss of any existing on-street parking spaces in Hurlstone Avenue and Prospect Road. Please refer to the attached plans.

Streetlighting

No new or additional streetlights are proposed as part of these works.

Other Information

The following points are made:

o A Traffic Management Plan (TMP) has since been submitted to TfNSW for its consideration on the proposed part-time No Left turn ban from Prospect Road into Hurlstone Avenue. The TMP addresses the impact of traffic diversion upon the area and the SIDRA level of (operating) performance modelling on the surrounding intersections with the proposed installation of the ban. Notwithstanding this the ban restrictions will be trialled for a period of at least 6 months following the installation of the signs.

o Consultation under this report was based on the ban being proposed on school days. However, the ban restrictions in plan 10315 as shown in Attachment 2 should read ‘Mon-Fri’ and without ‘School Days’ as resolved by Council at its meeting on 12 September 2024 (through the recommendation of its Traffic Committee on 21 August 2023). The report to the Traffic Committee on the 21 August 2023 and TMP correctly investigates and addresses the impact of traffic diversion upon the area with the proposed ban reading ‘No Left Turn 7.30am-9.30am., 3-5pm Mon – Fri., Bicycles Excepted’. The correction will be amended on the construction plans, with the recommendation identifying the correction.

o Various design vehicle swept path (i.e. buses, garbage trucks and cars) are shown in Attachment 1 (Plan 10315 Sheets 2-9) with the proposed kerb blister island road narrowing of the intersection.

o The existing trees on the corners of Hurlstone Avenue at the intersection with Prospect Road dictates the patterned 2-way traffic movement around the intersection.

o Narrowing the road facilitates to bring out the pram ramps. This design improves sightlines for pedestrians crossing, making it safer for them to move across the intersection at a shorter distance.

o The road narrowing serves a dual purpose—slowing down vehicle movement. By reducing the road width, drivers are more likely to slow down when approaching the intersection, improving safety.

o School Buses and Large Trucks, although less frequent or operating over a short duration of time, still navigate the intersection. The design accounts for their occasional presence, allowing them to move through the central part of the road but with caution.

o Cars are the most common vehicles using this intersection, and the road design ensures that they move around the intersection on the correct side of the road, reducing the potential for confusion or accidents.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The project is listed in Council’s Traffic Facilities Capital Works program to be carried out in 2025/2026, subject to funding. The work is estimated to be around $47,000.

CONSULTATION

A letter outlining the proposal was mailed out to (20) properties (20 letters) in Hurlstone Avenue, Summer Hill, including the Trinity Grammar School requesting residents’ and the school views regarding the proposal. (see also map of consultation area Figure 2).

Figure 2- Consultation Area

(2) resident submissions were received. (1) resident was concerned with congestion, delays and vehicles negotiating the wrong side of the road with the narrowing of the intersection, and the inclusion of the part -time ‘No Left Turn ban’ from Prospect Road into Hurlstone Avenue. (1) resident was very supportive of the proposals.

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

Residents Comments

Officers Response

· Narrowing the intersection will make the turn from Hurlstone Avenue into Prospect Road more difficult. Vehicles turning left into Prospect Road will need to cross the centre line of Prospect Road to make the turn. This is clearly dangerous, particularly when vehicles such as buses are parked in Prospect Road.

· Hurlstone Avenue will not be wide enough to allow vehicles to turn left and right at the same time- further increasing the congestion and resulting from narrowing both the intersections of Hurlstone Avenue and Prospect Road with Old Canterbury Road. These changes, particularly at the Prospect Road with Old Canterbury Road intersection, have led to more traffic delays. This then causes it to be more difficult for pedestrians to safely cross Prospect Road.

· By preventing vehicles turning into Hurlstone Avenue from Prospect Road the congestion in Prospect Road will be increased. The times proposed for this restriction are when Prospect Road is most likely to already have heavy traffic, in particular busses, as students arrive and leave Trinity Grammar School.

· The simplest solution to improve safety and amenity in Prospect Road/ Hurlstone Avenue would be to direct the traffic associated with Trinity Grammar School, in particular buses, into Victoria Road. This is a much wider street which is also not a through road.’

· The changes at the Prospect Road with Old Canterbury Road intersection have made it extremely difficult for vehicles leaving Prospect Road to turn left into Old Canterbury Road if another vehicle is attempting to turn right. Prospect Road is too narrow to easily accommodate two vehicles side-by-side. If it is not possible to turn left from Prospect Road into Hurlstone Avenue this will further worsen the delays at the Prospect Road with Old Canterbury Road intersection as more vehicles use this route.

· As damage to the surface of Hurlstone Road is an issue, I would suggest that the weight limit on vehicles using Hurlstone Avenue be extended to buses, thereby lessening the impact on the road surface. This would also be consistent with using Victoria Street for the arrival and departure of buses for Trinity Grammar School.

· Note the comments in ‘Other Information’ above.

Various design vehicle swept path (i.e. buses, garbage trucks and cars) are shown in Attachment 1 with the proposed kerb blister island road narrowing of the intersection.

· Existing 2-way traffic movement around the intersection is bounded by the trees. Vehicles turning left and right out of Hurlstone Avenue currently do so safely under one line of traffic.

· A Traffic Management Plan (TMP) has since been submitted to TfNSW for its consideration on the proposed part-time No Left turn ban from Prospect Road into Hurlstone Avenue. The results identify, under modelling with the ban in place, that the intersection of Prospect Road and Old Canterbury Road would operate at a Level of Service B* which is considered acceptable in delays with spare capacity provided in queuing. Notwithstanding this the ban restrictions will be trialled for a period of at least 6 months following the installation of the signs.

Note: * Sourced under Guide to Traffic Engineering developments/Transport for NSW

· Pedestrians can still cross safely in Prospect Road under the protection of the (wide) pedestrian refuge in Prospect Road at Old Canterbury Road, and the raised pedestrian crossing midblock between Hurlstone Avenue and Old Canterbury Road.

· Council cannot deny Trinity Grammar School traffic from using Hurlstone Avenue. Buses can be exempted through road weight limits under the Road Rules, if on route to and from a destination.

· Buses servicing Trinity Grammar currently stop adjacent to the school on Prospect Road and then turn right into Hurlstone Avenue and exit onto Old Canterbury Road. Hurlstone Avenue is the most direct and shortest route back onto the state road network as well as being sufficiently wide to cater for bus movements in comparison to other nearby streets. Buses mainly turn right out onto Old Canterbury Road destined towards Dulwich Hill. Buses would be forced to use narrower and less desirable (convoluted) streets to reach back onto Old Canterbury Road, if denied access through Hurlstone Avenue.

· See above relating to intersection performance of Old Canterbury Road and Prospect Road.

· Other School Bus routes service the school via Victoria Street however these buses come from Ashfield. Bus operation is well distributed between Victoria Street and Prospect Road.

CONCLUSION

In view of the above, it is recommended that the detailed design plan (10315 sheet 1) for 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.

The proposed ‘No Left Turn; 7.30am-9.30am, 3pm-5pm School Days, Bicycles Excepted’ ban as shown in plan 10315 be altered (under construction plans) and be recommended to read No Left Turn; 7.30am-9.30am, 3pm-5pm Mon-Fri, Bicycles Excepted’.

The committee be made aware and note that a Traffic Management Plan has been issued to Transport for NSW seeking approval for the above part-time ‘No Left Turn’ ban, and that the ban, if approved by Transport for NSW, be placed on a trial period of at least 6 months from the date of installation.

ATTACHMENTS

1.⇩	Various design vehicle swept path movements -Plan Number 10315(Sheets 2-9).
2.⇩	Proposed kerb blister extension/road narrowing at Hurlstone Avenue and Prospect Road, Summer Hill. (Plan 10315 sheet 1)

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

17 March 2025

Table 1: Targeted consultation and responses

Location

Support Rate

What we heard

Council Response

146-152 Flood Street, Leichhardt

56%

9 responses

Too many EV chargers in the LGA

High parking demand and loss of parking

Residents want to be included in the existing RPS. Parking is limited in this section of Flood Street, with many residents with no off-street parking.

ICE vehicles block EV chargers. It is necessary to make the space dedicated to EV only while charging within the LGA.

The aim of this proposal is to assist our community to transition to electric vehicles. Any approved public EV charger locations will be monitored to justify the public demand for public EV charging, where locations with low utilisation will be reviewed and further adjustment can be undertaken.

RPS consultation was undertaken separately. Council received very low response rate for RPS and hence at that time was not proposed to extend to this section of Flood Street.

Line marking is installed to assist EV users with identifying and locating charging spaces.

Officers will not recommend the proposed signposted changes to the parking restrictions due to the support rate and low support rate.

The location will be modified to an undedicated EV charging location and installed under the SEPP.

216-218 Darling Street, Balmain

33%

9 responses

Existing restricted EV charging spaces on Darling Street is mostly vacant.

High parking demand and loss of parking affecting businesses on Darling Street.

ICE vehicles block EV chargers. It is necessary to make the space dedicated to EV only while charging within the LGA.

Line marking is installed to assist EV users with identifying and locating charging spaces.

Noting that are 5 EV charging spaces on Darling Street and the low support rate, the proposed changes to the parking restrictions will not be recommended.

3 Gladstone Street, Newtown

100%

3 responses

Supportive of proposed location

ICE vehicles block EV chargers. It is necessary to have marked EV charging sites in the Inner West

Restrictions should be altered to allow EV parking 24 hours a day

Line marking is installed to assist EV users with identifying and locating charging spaces.

EV charging spaces are proposed to be operational between 8am-10pm, this seeks to maximise parking for households to use the unrestricted hours (10pm-8am) for parking.

Based on the survey results, this location is recommended.

2 Tebbutt Street, Leichhardt

100%

1 response

ICE vehicles block EV chargers. It is necessary to make the space dedicated to EV only while charging within the LGA.

Restrictions should be altered to allow EV parking 24 hours a day

It is important to future proof the Inner West

Line marking is installed to assist EV users with identifying and locating charging spaces.

EV charging spaces are proposed to be operational between 8am-10pm, this seeks to maximise parking for households to use the unrestricted hours (10pm-8am) for parking.

Based on the survey results, this location is recommended.

Note that this location has been supported by LTC in its October 2024 meeting, subject to targeted consultation.

768 and 770 Darling Street, Rozelle

50%

2 responses

Local businesses have concern due to already limited parking in Darling Street.

Clients regularly run late to appointments due to lack of parking

Council is urged to consider alternate locations, with minimal disturbance to businesses.

ICE vehicles block EV chargers. It is necessary to make the space dedicated to EV only while charging within the LGA.

The conversion of parking spaces to EV charger do not remove any available parking spaces on-street, it allows for a better turnover for EV vehicles that may already be in the nearby streets between 8am-10pm.

The aim of this proposal is to assist our community to transition to electric vehicles. Any approved public EV charger locations will be monitored to justify the public demand for the charger, where locations with low/high utilisation will be reviewed and further adjustment can be undertaken.

Noting that are 5 EV charging spaces on Darling Street and the low support rate, the proposed changes to the parking restrictions will not be recommended.

14 Cooper Street, Balmain

47%

15 responses

High parking demand and loss of parking.

Concerns relating to proximity of EV charger to living quarters of 14 Cooper Street, including increased noise and loss of amenity from the additional pole proposed blocking the views from both windows.

Concerns including traffic congestion, safety of pedestrians, children and beachgoers were raised.

ICE vehicles block EV chargers. It is necessary to make the space dedicated to EV only while charging within the LGA.

The conversion of parking spaces to EV charger do not remove any available parking spaces on-street, it would displace EV vehicles that may already be in the nearby streets between 8am-10pm.

Any approved public EV charger locations will be monitored to justify the public demand for the charger, where locations with low/high utilisation will be reviewed and further adjustment can be undertaken.

Line marking is installed to assist EV users with identifying and locating charging spaces.

However, officers will not be recommending this location due to the high response and low support rate.

12-14 Myra Road, Dulwich Hill

20%

5 responses

High parking demand and loss of parking.

There are already four (4) charging stations on Myra Road

ICE vehicles block EV chargers. It is necessary to have marked EV charging sites in the Inner West

Restrictions should be altered to allow EV parking 24 hours a day

The original EV charging proposal for four (4) charging spaces outside no.32-34 Myra Road, Dulwich Hill could not be installed due to conflicts with the adjacent bus zone.

The two (2) EV charging spaces proposed outside 12-14 Myra Road is the revised location and two (2) unrestricted parking spaces are retained from the original proposal.

The low support rate (20%) in this instance may have been due to concerns about an additional two (2) EV charging spaces proposed, in addition to the four (4) spaces.

Despite the low support rate (20%) received during consultation, the original proposal outside no.32-34 Myra Road has a support rate of 100%.

Accordingly, it is recommended to install the revised two (2) EV charging spaces outside no.12-14 Myra Road.

Opposite 2 Pigott Street, Dulwich Hill

2 response

Loss of parking

Concerns about double parking whilst waiting to charge, and causing congestion

ICE vehicles block EV chargers. It is necessary to have marked EV charging sites in the Inner West

Restrictions should be altered to allow EV parking 24 hours a day

The original proposal for two (2) EV charging spaces opposite no.79 Pigott Street was the preferred location as it was located outside a park and less impact to timed, resident parking. However, it was found that the power pole at this location was unsuitable. This location has a support rate of 94% from the previous consultation.

The revised location opposite no.2 Pigott Street, Dulwich Hill is more appropriate as it is located at the side of a property, within proximity to the shops on New Canterbury Road.

Whilst there is a loss of two (2) 1P parking spaces, the EV charging spaces are an acceptable alternative for short to medium term timed parking for visitors to the nearby shops and businesses and are recommended to proceed.

Double parking and congestion would unlikely occur as users are able to check for availabilities on platforms such as PlugShare. The proposed parking restrictions will discourage petrol vehicles from parking and improve the reliability of platforms like PlugShare. This seeks to prevent issues such as double parking on the road.

Line marking is installed to assist EV users with identifying and locating charging spaces.

EV charging spaces are proposed to be operational between 8am-10pm, this seeks to maximise parking for households to use the unrestricted hours (10pm-8am) for parking.

Opposite 1 Station Street, Petersham

1 response

This location floods during heavy rain periods with gutters overflowing, and vehicles under water

Concerns were raised about safety of EV charger during flooding and heavy rainfall

ICE vehicles block EV chargers. It is necessary to have marked EV charging sites in the Inner West

Restrictions should be altered to allow EV parking 24 hours a day

Council officer’s will assess further with the EV charging provider whether the charging unit will be affected by the existing nearby flooding issues. Should it be found that there are safety issues due to flooding with this location, a revised location will be considered. However it is recommended that this location be supported in-principle.

Line marking is installed to assist EV users with identifying and locating charging spaces.

EV charging spaces are proposed to be operational between 8am-10pm, this seeks to maximise parking for households to use the unrestricted hours (10pm-8am) for parking.

Opposite 67 Boomerang Street, Haberfield

2 response

Residents experience anti-social behaviour from park goers, taxis, party buses and drivers idling around their vehicles, disturbing residents. There are concerns that this behaviour will increase during periods where EV drivers are waiting for the EV charger to become available.

The proposed site is considered a dangerous location due to previous accident history.

ICE vehicles block EV chargers. It is necessary to make the space dedicated to EV only while charging within the LGA.

The proposed location is in front of a park where parking is unrestricted. Having a dedicated public EV charger in this location may increase parking turnover and improve passive surveillance.

EVs waiting for a charge would unlikely occur as users are able to check for availabilities on platforms such as PlugShare. The proposed parking restrictions will discourage petrol vehicles from parking and improve the reliability of platforms like PlugShare. This seeks to prevent issues such as double parking on the road.

Officers will not recommend the proposed changes to the parking restrictions due to the low support rate.

287 Ramsay Street

N/A

0 responses

This location is recommended for installation.

Table 2: Proposed changes in parking restrictions

Address	No. of bays	Existing restriction	Proposed restriction	Image ref.
3 Gladstone Street, Newtown	1	Unrestricted	No Parking 8am-10pm EV Vehicles Excepted While Charging	A1
2 Tebbutt Street, Leichhardt	2	Unrestricted	No Parking 8am-10pm EV Vehicles Excepted While Charging	A2
12-14 Myra Road, Dulwich Hill	2	Unrestricted	No Parking 8am-10pm EV Vehicles Excepted While Charging	A3
Opposite 2 Pigott Street, Dulwich Hill	2	1P 8.30am-6pm Mon-Fri; 8,30am-12.30pm Sat	No Parking 8am-10pm EV Vehicles Excepted While Charging	A4
Opposite 1 Station Street, Petersham	2	Unrestricted	No Parking 8am-10pm EV Vehicles Excepted While Charging	A5
287 Ramsay Street	1	unrestricted	No Parking 8am-10pm EV Vehicles Excepted While Charging	A6

Pedestrian Counts undertaken in 2021 William Street, Leichhardt
Count Type	Weekday AM Count (8-9am)	Weekday PM Count (3-4pm)	Pedestrian Crossing Warrant	TfNSW Warrant Met?
Pedestrian (P)	38	11	≥30	Yes, AM only No - PV<60,000
Traffic (V)	247	261	≥200	Yes No - PV<60,000
Pedestrian Counts undertaken in 2024 William Street, Leichhardt
Count Type	Weekday AM Count (8-9am)	Weekday PM Count (3-4pm)	Pedestrian Crossing Warrant	Council Warrant Met?
Pedestrian	41	31	≥30	Yes
Traffic	234	215	≥200	Yes

Resident Comments	Officer Feedback
Residents already struggle to find parking in this area, and the removal of two parking spaces may further contribute to congestion in the local community	The proposed show point does not fundamentally change the existing arrangement, as on-street parking along Parsons Street is at a very high occupancy rate and due to the narrow road width, does not allow for two way passing with parking on both sides of the road. The plan has now been amended to remove the consulted 7m ‘No Stopping’ zone on the eastbound approach.
Is the proposed raised threshold necessary to reduce speed in this area? Have there been any complaints or specific reasons justifying the installation of a one lane slow point	The proposed raised thresholds were based on safety assessment and community feedback during the Balmain Local Area Traffic Management Study, undertaken in 2023. Traffic data and safety concerns were examined as part of the study.
Resident is concerned that the one lane slow point will cause traffic congestion, as only one vehicle will be able to pass at a time	Traffic calming devices such as a raised slow point are intended to discourage rat running through residential streets and is not expected to worsen existing traffic delays as the current arrangement with parking on both sides of the street already acts as a single lane slow point.

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