Agenda of Local Traffic Committee - Monday, 19 February 2024

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

19 February 2024

Minutes of Meeting held on 11 December 2023

Meeting commenced at 11.00am

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

Mayor Darcy Byrne	Councillor – Baludarri-Balmain Ward (Chair)
Bill Holliday	Representative for Kobi Shetty MP, Member for Balmain
Graeme McKay	Representative for Jo Haylen MP, Member for Summer Hill
Kate Wheatley	Representative for Jenny Leong MP, Member for Newtown
Nina Fard	Transport for NSW (TfNSW)

NON VOTING MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE

Colin Jones	Inner West Bicycle Coalition (IWBC)
Michael Takla	Representative for Transit Systems
Sunny Jo	IWC’s Acting Traffic and Transport Planning Manager
George Tsaprounis	IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Engineering Services (South)
Jason Scoufis	IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Studies and Road Safety
Amir Falamarzi	IWC’s Traffic Engineer
James Nguyen	IWC’s Traffic Engineer
Jennifer Adams	IWC’s Traffic Engineer
Zara Helal	IWC’s Traffic Engineer
Boris Muha	IWC’s Traffic Engineer
Christy Li	IWC’s Business Administration Officer

VISITORS

Sally Hamilton	Placemaking NSW, Director Planning, Environment and Sustainability (Item 2)
Tim Barker	Representative of Biennale of Sydney (Item 2)
Ian West	Resident (Item 8)
Gisele Mesnage	Resident (Item 8)
Alexandra Baudinet	Resident (General Business- Item 12)

APOLOGIES:

Jason Yat-sen Li	Member for Strathfield
Ben Walters	NSW Police – Inner West Police Area Command
Germaine Grant	NSW Police – Burwood Police Area Command
Shannon Burns	NSW Police – Leichhardt Police Area Command
Manod Wickramasinghe	IWC’s Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

DISCLOSURES OF INTERESTS:

Nil.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

That the Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee held on Monday, 20 November 2023 be confirmed.

MATTERS ARISING FROM COUNCIL’S RESOLUTION OF MINUTES

The Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee meeting held on 16 October 2023 were adopted at Council’s meeting held on 5 December 2023.

The Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee meeting held on 20 November 2023 were adopted at Council’s meeting held on 5 December 2023, with the exception of:

Item 11 (Collins Street, Tempe - Proposed 'No Parking' restrictions at dead-end), which is to be deferred for further consideration by the traffic committee.

That the Item 21 regarding Smith Street be deferred for further consultation with Inner Sydney Montessori School (ISMS).

LTC1223(1) Item 1 Hancock Lane, Rozelle - Permanent Road Closure (Baludarri- Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Hancock Lane is one of the projects in Council’s Main Streets Program, aiming to improve the vibrancy and safety of public spaces and local streets. The proposal was previously considered by the Traffic Committee on 18 September 2023, with Council providing in-principle support of the closure, subject to community engagement.

Community engagement was undertaken between 23 October to 20 November 2023 on a concept plan closing off Hancock Lane at Darling Street, Rozelle, and rationalizing the space as a public plaza for people to visit and stay.

Key comments received showed support for the creation of the plaza space, acknowledging the new space as a good addition to the footpath, which will make it more friendly and safer for pedestrians and outdoor dining. About 90% of respondents expressed support for the proposal, with a range of feedback received which is outlined in this report and provided in Attachment 2.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That the proposed permanent road closure of Hancock Lane, Rozelle at Darling Street be approved, subject to the Transport for NSW approval of the Traffic Management Plan (TMP).

2. That the two (2) existing speed cushions and associated signs in Hancock Lane be removed, and a ‘No Through Road’ sign be installed as part of the Hancock Lane closure.

DISCUSSION:

The Representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition questioned if there was the necessary 1.8 meters space between the shops and the proposed outdoor dining space.

Council Officers advised that this will be considered in the development of the detailed design plans which will be reported back to the Traffic Committee at a later stage.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the proposed permanent road closure of Hancock Lane, Rozelle at Darling Street be approved, subject to the Transport for NSW approval of the Traffic Management Plan (TMP).

2. That the two (2) existing speed cushions and associated signs in Hancock Lane be removed, and a ‘No Through Road’ sign be installed as part of the Hancock Lane closure.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC1223(1) Item 2 Biennale of Sydney 2024 Traffic Management Plan - Robert Street, Rozelle (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

The Biennale of Sydney 2024 is being proposed to be undertaken at the NSW State Heritage-listed White Bay Power Station (WBPS) located at 28 Robert Street Rozelle. Placemaking NSW has undertaken extensive remediation and conservation work to repurpose the site as an arts, cultural and community hub. This 24^th Biennale of Sydney will take place between the dates 9 March to 10 June 2024.

The Traffic Management Plan (TMP) was prepared on behalf of Placemaking NSW and aims to provide safe pedestrian access routes to the site through a proposed signalised pedestrian crossing point in Robert Street, onsite pick-up and drop-off zone for private vehicles, taxis, and shuttle bus services, including to and from bus nearby bus stops to the WBPS. A Transport Access Guide (TAG) has also been prepared for the event.

Officers Recommendation:

That the Traffic Management Plan (TMP) for the Biennale of Sydney 2024 at the White Bay Power Station proposed during 9 March to 10 June 2024 be approved subject to the following conditions:

a) the existing ‘1P 6am-4pm Mon-Fri’ spaces and ‘Motorbike Parking’ space on the south side of Robert Street be temporarily relocated further east during the proposed event dates, and undertaken by the event organisers;

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

c) the event organiser shall close the roads in accordance with the approved Traffic Management Plan (TMP) unless otherwise directed by Police/authorised Council Rangers;

d) 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;

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

f) 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

g) 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:

Public Speakers Sally Hamiliton and Tim Barker entered the meeting at 11:03AM

Ms Hamilton and Mr Barker both supported the recommendation for the Traffic Management Plan to be approved for the Biennale of Sydney. Mr Barker outlined their approach to deal with the traffic impacts and how they plan on getting pedestrians to and from the WBPS. He also explained that the Biennale is looking into getting a dedicated shuttle bus service to get patrons to and from Town Hall station to the front of WBPS, where a one way internal road will enable buses and rideshare services to drop off patrons and exit out left onto Robert Street. Mr Barker also explained that they have looked into the impacts on the existing bus and light rail services and have placed some provisions into place to assist during the busier periods to allow patrons to safely get to and from the transport services.

In addition to the proposed changes, the possibility of a temporary ferry service was being considered with plans to stop at the cruise ship terminal further down Robert Street. Ms Hamilton explained that as the ferry service is still currently under discussion and consideration, they will come back to the Local Traffic Committee with an additional Traffic Management Plan for a pedestrian route connecting the temporary ferry wharf to the WBPS if that becomes a viable option. Ms Hamilton explained that it was anticipated for the first night of the Biennale to be the busiest night during the duration of the event. Ms Hamilton explained it was predicted that with a more steady flow of attendees during the 3 months with busiest days being Sundays using data from previous events on other sites. Ms Hamilton also explained that there will not be parking available onsite except for some accessible parking to encourage patrons to use public or active transport options.

Ms Hamilton also noted that they have been monitoring the traffic near the Rozelle Interchange for the past few weeks and will continue to monitor up until and during the event. Ms Hamilton also noted that the operation times of the Biennale is outside of the peak hour traffic in Victoria Road noting that the Biennale opens at 11:00AM each day.

Council Officers asked if there were other location options considered for shuttle buses pickups/drop-offs than from Town Hall station. Mr Barker explained that they had looked into various train station locations and Town Hall was by far the closest location.

The Representative for the Inner West Bike Coalition asked if the Biennale were able to move their fence back further to allow more area for the patrons to wait for the bus at the Robert Street bus stop. Ms Hamilton responded that they propose to have a marshal to assist during peak periods.

Council Officers raised a number of issues regarding the implications of a walking path arising from the potential ferry option. One of the issues was the impact to on-street parking spaces and Council Officers advised that this needs to be articulated to nearby business owners.

The Mayor suggested that Mr Barker and Ms Hamilton be invited back to the February meeting for an update on the progression of the Biennale TMP. Mr Barker and Ms Hamilton agreed to come back in February to discuss.

Public Speakers Sally Hamiliton and Tim Barker left the meeting at 11:17AM

The Representative for the Member of Summer Hill asked if there had been any consideration to reopen the old Glebe Island bridge for pedestrian access. The Mayor advised that there would be issues relating to the bridge condition, and understand there are financial and time limitations to rebuild in time for the Biennale event.

The Representative for Transit Systems questioned if the TMP had been presented to Bus Approvals and the Transport Management Centre. The Representative for Transport for NSW advised that the TMP had been provided to representatives for Bus Approval and the Transport Management Centre.

The Representative for Transit Systems questioned if this will affect existing bus services. Council Officers responded stating that there bus will be off-loading patrons on-site so there will be no changes to existing bus services on Robert Street.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the Traffic Management Plan (TMP) for the Biennale of Sydney 2024 at the White Bay Power Station proposed during 9 March to 10 June 2024 be approved subject to the following conditions:

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

c) the event organiser shall close the roads in accordance with the approved Traffic Management Plan (TMP) unless otherwise directed by Police/authorised Council Rangers;

d) 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;

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

g) 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

LTC1223(1) Item 3 Pedestrian Crossing Warrant Policy

SUMMARY

This is a report recommending endorsement of the Pedestrian Crossing Warrant Policy.

Council has prepared a Pedestrian Crossing Warrant Policy as detailed in Attachment 1 to be used when assessing the suitability of locations on local and regional roads for pedestrian (zebra) crossings. This Policy sets out a warrant for the installation of a pedestrian (zebra) crossing on local and regional roads.

Council undertook public exhibition of the draft Pedestrian Crossing Warrant Policy. After considering the comments, a review of the draft policy was undertaken with adjustments made to finalise the Pedestrian Crossing Warrant Policy.

Officers Recommendation:

That the Pedestrian Crossing Warrant Policy be supported and adopted.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the Pedestrian Crossing Warrant Policy be supported and adopted.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC1223(1) Item 4 Riverside Crescent, Dulwich Hill - Proposed Traffic Calming and Pedestrian Devices (Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/ Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

The concept designs as per Attachments 1, 2 and 3 have been developed as recommended in part at the Local Traffic Committee meeting held on 21 November 2022 and subsequently resolved at the Council meeting held on 6 December 2022. The proposed traffic calming and pedestrian devices aim to improve pedestrian accessibility at Riverside Crescent, Dulwich Hill, at its intersections with Tennyson Street, Balfour Street and Ewart Street, and also provide a traffic calming function.

Officers Recommendation:

That the following concept designs be approved and listed for consideration in Council’s Traffic Facilities Program:

a) Proposed traffic calming in the form of kerb extensions at the Tennyson Street/Riverside Crescent intersection as per Attachment 1.

b) Proposed traffic calming in the form of kerb extensions at the Riverside Crescent/Balfour Street intersection as per Attachment 2.

c) Proposed upgraded pedestrian refuge in Riverside Crescent at Ewart Street as per Attachment 3.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the following concept designs be approved and listed for consideration in Council’s Traffic Facilities Program:

a) Proposed traffic calming in the form of kerb extensions at the Tennyson Street/Riverside Crescent intersection as per Attachment 1.

b) Proposed traffic calming in the form of kerb extensions at the Riverside Crescent/Balfour Street intersection as per Attachment 2.

c) Proposed upgraded pedestrian refuge in Riverside Crescent at Ewart Street as per Attachment 3.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC1223(1) Item 5 Lands Lane, Newtown - Proposed extension to road closure (Damun-Newtown Ward/Newtown Electorate/Inner West)

SUMMARY

Lands Lane, Newtown is a narrow laneway that connects to Oxford Street at a dead-end. The footpaths on either side of the laneway are narrow, and subsequently, people are walking along the road to and from Oxford Street. A pram ramp is proposed at this dead-end to improve pedestrian accessibility to the footpath on Oxford Street which will require a 1.5m extension to the physical road closure.

Officers Recommendation:

That the proposed 1.5m extension to the road closure at the dead-end of Lands Lane, Newtown be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the proposed 1.5m extension to the road closure at the dead-end of Lands Lane, Newtown be approved.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC1223(1) Item 6 Arthur Street, Marrickville - Proposed continuous footpath treatment (Midjubiri-Marrickville Ward/Newtown Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council’s Pedestrian Access and Mobility Plan (PAMP) identified a ‘high’ priority opportunity to install a raised continuous footpath treatment across Arthur Street, Marrickville, at the intersection of Illawarra Road. The intersection of Arthur Street, at Illawarra Road is located along a key pedestrian link connecting pedestrians to the Marrickville Train Station and Marrickville Town Centre.

Council has subsequently completed a concept plan to improve pedestrian safety and connectivity. This proposal consists of installing a continuous footpath treatment, kerb extensions and adjusting the existing parking spaces on Arthur Street. Accordingly, it is recommended that the concept design plan for the proposed changes be approved in principle and that the proposal progress to a detailed design phase.

Officers Recommendation:

That the following be approved in principle and subject to the detailed design:

a) installation of a raised continuous footpath treatment across Arthur Street at Illawarra Road;

b) widening of the kerb extension on the southern side of Arthur Street from 2 metres to 5 metres;

c) reduction of the kerb extension width on the northern side of Arthur Street from 5 metres to 2 metres;

d) conversion of the 90-degree angle parking on the northern side of Arthur Street, between Illawarra Road and Ann Street to parallel parking; and

e) conversion of the parallel parking on the southern side of Arthur Street, between Illawarra Road and Ann Street to 90-degree rear to kerb angle parking.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the following be approved in principle and subject to the detailed design:

a) installation of a raised continuous footpath treatment across Arthur Street at Illawarra Road;

b) widening of the kerb extension on the southern side of Arthur Street from 2 metres to 5 metres;

c) reduction of the kerb extension width on the northern side of Arthur Street from 5 metres to 2 metres;

d) conversion of the 90-degree angle parking on the northern side of Arthur Street, between Illawarra Road and Ann Street to parallel parking; and

e) conversion of the parallel parking on the southern side of Arthur Street, between Illawarra Road and Ann Street to 90-degree rear to kerb angle parking.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC1223(1) Item 7 Thornley Street carpark, Marrickville - Formalise 'P15 7.00am- 9.00am and 3.00pm-6.00pm Monday to Friday' restrictions outside Yirran Gumal Early Learning Centre along with other parking restrictions within the carpark (MIDJUBURI - MARRICKVILLE WARD/ SUMMER HILL ELECTORATE / INNER WEST PAC)

SUMMARY

Parents and carers have noticed an increase in the number of people using the Council car park adjacent Yirran Gumal Early Learning Centre and are experiencing difficulties picking-up and dropping- off their children. In order to alleviate this, it is proposed to formalise the current drop-off zone in Thornley Street carpark, Marrickville.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That the existing signage ‘Drop off / Pick up Childcare Centre Parking Only 7am – 9am 3pm – 6pm Mon – Fri Except Public Holidays’ signage on the western side of Thornley Street carpark adjacent to Yirran Gumal Early Learning Centre, Marrickville be amended to ‘15-minute Parking 7.00am-9.00am and 3.00pm-6.00pm Monday to Friday’ restrictions (eight car parking spaces), to assist parents/carers with the drop-off and pick-up of children and address development conditions.

2. That the ten parking spaces on the eastern side of the car park and two spaces at the south-eastern side be sign posted with ‘2P 8am – 6pm Mon – Sun’ restrictions be approved, to provide short stay parking for the public.

3. That Council’s Parking Rangers be informed of the decision.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the existing signage ‘Drop off / Pick up Childcare Centre Parking Only 7am – 9am 3pm – 6pm Mon – Fri Except Public Holidays’ signage on the western side of Thornley Street carpark adjacent to Yirran Gumal Early Learning Centre, Marrickville be amended to ‘15-minute Parking 7.00am-9.00am and 3.00pm-6.00pm Monday to Friday’ restrictions (eight car parking spaces), to assist parents/carers with the drop-off and pick-up of children and address development conditions.

3. That Council’s Parking Rangers be informed of the decision.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC1223(1) Item 8 Victoria Street, Queen Street, Clissold Street, Seaview Street and surrounding streets, Ashfield/Summer Hill - Proposed pedestrain (zebra) crossings and traffic calming around and near the Cardinal Freeman Village, Ashfield.
(Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

Council at its meetings on the 14 March 2023 and 8 August 2023 raised pedestrian safety issues via a Notice of Motion and resolved that Council officers investigate improved pedestrian safety around the Cardinal Freeman (Retirement) Village, Ashfield.

The primary issues raised under Notice of Motion would be that Council engage with the residents of Cardinal Freeman Village to identify and implement pedestrian safety improvements and support a reduced warrant approach in line with Inner West Council policy for pedestrian crossings at or near Cardinal Freeman Retirement Village.

Council has since developed a scheme to address key concerns raised regarding pedestrian and road safety issues in the streets surrounding and near vicinity to the Cardinal Freeman Retirement Village.

The scheme has been developed using information from:

·initial community consultation in August 2023- Refer to report in Attachment 1

·ongoing correspondence from the community about issues in the area

·a review of traffic volumes, vehicle speeds and crash statistics in the area

The scheme proposes recommended treatments at locations shown in the attached locality map Diagram 1 on page 4, which includes raised pedestrian crossings, kerb extension pedestrian facilities and raised threshold traffic calming devices. The various proposed treatments (under concept design) are further shown in Attachment 2. The treatments are also developed for the benefit and safety of the general community.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That the following proposed pedestrian (zebra) crossings, kerb extensions. and traffic calming treatments around and near the Cardinal Freeman Village with associated removal or installation of parking (as shown under concept design in Attachment 2) be approved in principle, subject to final detailed design and funding:

(a) Plan 1- Victoria Street, mid-block between Clissold Street and Seaview Street. Install new raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in line with existing kerb extensions outside premises No.126 and relocate and construct a new in lane Bus Stop platform (full-bus length) outside premises No. 128. This will result on the loss of approximately 4 parking spaces.

(b) Plan 2- Victoria Street and Seaview Street.

Install a new raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Seaview Street, west of Victoria Street, provide kerb extensions to all corners of Victoria Street and bring out the ‘STOP’ lines from both ends of Seaview Street.

Install new raised platform (threshold) in Seaview Street, west of Yeo Avenue with pedestrian fencing.

(d) Plan 4- Queen Street at Seaview Street & Hillcrest Avenue

Install new raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing (in lieu of existing refuge) in Queen Street, north of Seaview Street and relocate Bus Stop forward on the western side of Queen Street. This will result in the loss of one parking space

Install new raised threshold (platform) with garden beds (back of kerb) in Queen Street, north of Hillcrest Avenue and remove parking for improved sight view of traffic out of gate 8 and 9 of the village. This will result in loss of 1 parking space to each approach sides to Gate 8 and 9 of the Cardinal Freeman Village. Gain if and where possible, approximately 3 parking spaces to the eastern side of Queen Street near Seaview Street.

(e) Plan 5- Queen Street at Clissold Street.

Install new raised threshold (platform) with garden beds (back of kerb) in Queen Street, north of Clissold Street. Install new raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Queen Street, south of Clissold Street and relocate Bus stop on the western side south of its original location. Remove chicane islands outside premises No.77. Remove narrow central median islands in Clissold Street and replace with BB centre line marking or painted median. This will result in the loss of approximately 3-4 parking spaces and gain of up to 8 parking spaces.

(f) Plan 6- Clissold Street and Victoria Street.

Remove existing (at road level) zebra crossing in Clissold Street east of Gate 12 of the Cardinal Freeman Village and install new raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing east of Gate 11 to the Cardinal Freeman Village. Install physical and painted kerb extensions to all corners of Victoria Street and bring out the ‘STOP’ lines on both sides of Clissold Street.

(g) Plan 7- Clissold Street crossing- Clissold Street at Holden Street.

Install new raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Clissold Street, east of Holden Street (outside premises No. 28 Clissold Street).

(h) Plan 8- Robert Street at Holden Street.

Install new raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Robert Street, east of Holden Street.

(i) Plan 9- Victoria Street at Robert Street.

Install new raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Robert Street, south of Victoria. This will result in the loss of approximately 2 parking spaces.

(j) Plan 10- Drynan Street at Prospect Road.

Install new raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Drynan Street, east of
Prospect Road. This will result in loss of approximately 1-2 parking spaces to the north side of Drynan Street, and loss of 1-2 spaces to relocate part of the ‘No Parking’ (school times) drop-off and pick up zone towards the east

(k) Plan 11- Henson Street at Smith Street.

Install new pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Henson Street, south of Smith Street. This will result in the loss of approximately 1-2 resident parking spaces for relocation of the ‘No Parking Wedding and Funeral Vehicles Excepted’ reserve further south of its original location on the eastern side of Henson Street.

2. That the new raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Holden Street, south of Clissold Street be approved in principle, subject to obtaining concurrence from Canterbury Bankstown Council prior to final design.

DISCUSSION:

Public Speakers Ian West and Gisele Mesnage entered the meeting at 11:20AM

Ms Mesnage supported the proposed recommendation for the traffic calming treatments around Cardinal Freeman Village. Ms Mesnage wanted to clarify the proposed recommendation; which states “Install new raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Robert Street, south of Victoria Street. This will result in the loss of approximately 2 parking spaces.” Ms Mesnage wanted to clarify if this pedestrian crossing will be built on Robert Street, south of Victoria Street or if it will be built on Victoria Street, south of Robert Street. Council Officers acknowledged there was an error in the recommendation and that the plans shown are for the pedestrian crossing to be built on Victoria Street, south of Robert Street. Council Officers agreed to update the recommendation to reflect the plan.

Ms Mesnage also stated she would like Council to investigate the possibility of a pedestrian crossing in Smith Street, Summer Hill as well as Moonbie Street, Summer Hill as this will assist her in navigating around the area more safely. Ms Mesnage indicated her support for raised crossings however she expressed concerns that these crossings needed to be built with pram ramps rather than a continuous footpath. Ms Mesnage is concerned about the safety issues that may arise from this plan especially for pedestrians who may be vision impaired like herself as she stated that guide dogs are not trained to stop at the start of continuous pathways and wide cane users cannot detect a road crossing when it is continuous with the footpath and with kerb ramp removed. Ms Mesnage requested Council to review the submissions made by Guide Dogs Australia, Dr Ben an Ophthalmologist and Susan Thompson, an Urban Planner at University of New South Wales and for Council to consult with those organisations and individuals regarding the plans for the proposed crossings.

Ms Mesnage also raised concerns regarding the time frame for the construction of the pedestrian crossings as she noted that the all the crossings except for the Victoria Street crossing, are planned to be constructed in the 2025/2026 financial year. She stated that construction is to occur too far into the future and also stated that she currently spends money from her NDIS funding to get to destinations when she would be able to get to with her guide dog if the pedestrian crossing were provided earlier and urged Council to consider bringing the timeframe forward.

Mr West supported the proposed recommendation for the traffic calming treatments around Cardinal Freeman Village and expressed the importance of getting these pedestrian crossing built to assist residents around the area. He noted that his wife uses a walker and has difficulties with crossing Victoria Road, Queen Street, Seaview Street and Clissold Street and expressed it was imperative these crossings be built. Mr West also requested to have in place a system to update residents on the progress of the implementation of the proposed crossings. Mr West stated that this would allow residents to keep track and monitor the progress as well as ensure that the proposed crossings will be implemented accordingly.

Public Speakers Ian West and Gisele Mesnage left the meeting at 11:28AM

Council Officers tabled written correspondence from a resident opposing the proposal at Holden Street, south of Clissold Street.. The resident raised concerns regarding loss of parking, the exacerbation of existing parking and traffic issues in the area should the proposed pedestrian crossing be approved, impacts to business surrounding the area and the impact on the elderly residents whose driveways are adjacent to the proposed crossing (and who already struggle to safely reverse into the street). The resident suggested that Council put a hold on the Holden Street pedestrian proposal in order to undertake targeted consultation regarding the proposed crossing with all residents and businesses in the wider area and develop a proposal to respond to the concerns raised as well as investigate the option to convert the existing pedestrian island to the north on Holden Street (between Palace and Park) into a pedestrian crossing.

Council Officers noted that the proposed pedestrian crossing on Holden Street is on the boundary line with the Canterbury Bankstown Council and would require approval from Canterbury Bankstown Council before commencement of any works. Council Officers advised that the Holden Street pedestrian crossing be treated as a separate matter for investigation but still recommended that the proposal be approved in principle subject to obtaining concurrence from Canterbury Bankstown Council prior to final design.

Council Officers noted Ms Mesnage’s concerns regarding level footpath crossings the inability for her guide dog to navigate footpaths and pedestrian crossings safely. Council Officers will contact Guide Dogs Australia to discuss alternatives measures that can be implemented into the plan to address concerns for those who are visually impaired.

Council Officers noted in the report that it was suggested that an additional raised pedestrian crossing on be installed on Smith Street, east of Henson Street to provide better linkage for pedestrians to go to various places and services in the area and recommended that this be amended to reflect in the recommendation. A full Engagement Outcome Report was tabled at the meeting and similarly provided through the Council website under ‘Your Say Inner West’. Having only one additional crossing in Smith Street is further explained under the Engagement Outcome report within the Council (tabled) response.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the following proposed pedestrian (zebra) crossings, kerb extensions. and traffic calming treatments around and near the Cardinal Freeman Village with associated removal or installation of parking (as shown under concept design in Attachment 2) be approved in principle, subject to final detailed design and funding:

(a) Plan 1- Victoria Street, mid-block between Clissold Street and Seaview Street. Install new raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in line with existing kerb extensions outside premises No.126 and relocate and construct a new in lane Bus Stop platform (full-bus length) outside premises No. 128. This will result on the loss of approximately 4 parking spaces.

(b) Plan 2- Victoria Street and Seaview Street.

(c) Plan 3- Seaview Street at Yeo Avenue.

Install new raised platform (threshold) in Seaview Street, west of Yeo Avenue with pedestrian fencing.

(d) Plan 4- Queen Street at Seaview Street & Hillcrest Avenue

(e) Plan 5- Queen Street at Clissold Street.

(f) Plan 6- Clissold Street and Victoria Street.

(g) Plan 7- Clissold Street crossing- Clissold Street at Holden Street.

Install new raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Clissold Street, east of Holden Street (outside premises No. 28 Clissold Street).

(h) Plan 8- Robert Street at Holden Street.

Install new raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Robert Street, east of Holden Street.

(i) Plan 9- Victoria Street at Robert Street.

Install new raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Victoria Street, south of Robert. This will result in the loss of approximately 2 parking spaces.

(j) Plan 10- Drynan Street at Prospect Road.

(k) Plan 11- Henson Street at Smith Street.

(l) Additional crossing- Smith Street, east of Henson Street.

Install new pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Smith Street, east of Henson Street (between the roundabout and the driveway of 139A Smith Street).This will result in the loss of 2-3 parking spaces, 1 parking space to the north side and 1-2 parking spaces to the south side of Smith Street.

3. That Council seek opportunities to fund the proposals sooner.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC1223(1) Item 9 Unnamed Lane, Summer Hill (adjacent Henson and Herbert Streets) - Proposed 'No Stopping' restrictions (Djarrawaunang- Summer Hill Ward/Summer Hill Electrorate/Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

The unnamed laneway running perpendicular to Henson and Herbert Streets, Summer Hill is utilised by Council’s waste vehicles to collect household waste of the properties on Henson Street. Currently, there are no existing ‘No Stopping’ restrictions at the entrance to the laneway at the intersections of Herbert and Henson Streets, and parked vehicles are subsequently, restricting access for Council’s waste vehicles, impacting weekly household waste collection. ‘No Stopping’ restrictions are proposed at the entrance to this laneway to ensure compliance with the NSW Road Rules and ensure vehicles do not park too close to the intersection. This will improve the turning movements into and out of the laneway for Council’s waste vehicles as well as any emergency vehicles that require access. In addition, it will also improve sight lines for pedestrians crossing the laneway, particularly school children from the nearby Summer Hill Public School.

Officers Recommendation:

1. That the installation of ‘No Stopping’ on the north side of Unnamed lane, Summer Hill extending 10m from its intersections of Herbert Street be approved.

2. That the installation of ‘No Stopping’ on the west side of Unnamed lane, Summer Hill extending 6m from its intersections of Henson Street be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the installation of ‘No Stopping’ on the north side of Unnamed lane, Summer Hill extending 10m from its intersections of Herbert Street be approved.

2. That the installation of ‘No Stopping’ on the west side of Unnamed lane, Summer Hill extending 6m from its intersections of Henson Street be approved.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC1223(1) Item 10 Traffic Committee Schedule 2024

SUMMARY

To assist Committee members with forward planning, the schedule of meetings of the Local Traffic Committee for 2024 is detailed below.

Officers Recommendation:

That the proposed schedule of meetings of the Local Traffic Committee for the 2024

calendar year be received and noted.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the proposed schedule of meetings of the Local Traffic Committee for the 2024

calendar year be received and noted.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC1223(1) Item 11 Local Traffic Committee Terms of Reference

SUMMARY

The Local Traffic Committee is run in accordance with “A Guide to the Delegation to Councils for the Regulation of Traffic (including the operation of Traffic Committees)” which was produced by the then Roads and Traffic Authority in 2009.

Governance and Risk is redeveloping Council’s Terms of Reference for Local Democracy Groups which includes advisory committees and working groups, to encompass additional governance mechanisms.

The Terms of Reference includes clauses on Conflicts of Interest and Model Code of Conduct requirements. Also included are acts of disorder and mutual respect clauses to align with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice and Council’s values and stance on mutual respect.

A review of the “Guide to the Delegation to Councils for the Regulation of Traffic (including the operation of Traffic Committees)” has been undertaken and it is recommended that it encompasses specific clauses on the above areas to ensure appropriate governance is upheld in the Local Traffic Committee.

It is recommended that the Local Traffic Committee Terms of Reference attached to the report be endorsed for Council to adopt.

Officers Recommendation:

That the Local Traffic Committee Terms of Reference attached to the report be endorsed for Council to adopt.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the Local Traffic Committee Terms of Reference attached to the report be endorsed for Council to adopt.

For Motion: Unanimous

General Business:

Item 12 – Request for Pedestrian Crossing in Curtis Road, Balmain

The Mayor received correspondence from a resident regarding a request for a Pedestrian Crossing in Curtis Road, Balmain.

Public Speaker Alexandra Baudinet entered the meeting at 11:30AM

Ms Baudinet proposed for Council to investigate the possibility of a Pedestrian Crossing in Curtis Road, Balmain. Ms Baudinet noted that there is significant vehicular traffic on Curtis Road and feature a four way intersection. Ms Baudinet also advised that there is a lot of foot traffic as well as there are schools, parks, ferry wharves and childcares nearby. Ms Baudinet stated that at there is an existing pedestrian island at the intersection that slightly assists with slowing down traffic but does very little in regard to pedestrian safety when crossing the road. She also raised that there is low visibility for pedestrians of the road when standing in the pedestrian refuge area. Ms Baudinet noted in regards to alternative places to cross; there is a Pedestrian Crossing 300 meters away on Curtis Road outside the Royal Oak Hotel, or another 330 meters away on Darling Street near the Balmain Watch House. She stated that these are both too far, as a loop back on oneself requires a detour of at least 600 meters to access these crossings. Ms Baudinet noted that she had seen the Before and After school care carers are crossing the children 40–50m east of this location and advised this may be a good place to access for a potential Pedestrian Crossing as there is better visibility for pedestrians crossing compared to where the current pedestrian island is located.

Public Speaker Alexandra Baudinet left the meeting at 11:35AM

The Mayor proposed for Council to receive a report to the February Traffic Committee meeting regarding the request for a new Pedestrian Crossing in Curtis Road, Balmain with an onsite meeting with residents to be held prior to the report being prepared.

Council Officers advised that there will be a traffic study conducted around the Balmain and Birchgrove area, and that a speed radar sign has been installed near St Andrews Congregational Church which was where Ms Baudinet proposed the crossing to be installed. Council Officers noted they will collect data during school term for review in the report.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That a report be prepared for the Traffic Committee meeting addressing the request for a new Pedestrian Crossing in Curtis Road, Balmain with an onsite meeting with residents held prior to the report being prepared.

For Motion: Unanimous

Item 13 – Vehicles queuing across Victoria Road and Darling Street, Rozelle

Council Officers table in correspondence from the Leichhardt Police Area Command regarding concerns of vehicles blocking the intersection or crossing over the painted white lines where pedestrians and children walk whilst waiting to cross the intersection causing safety concerns for pedestrians. The Police recommended the possibility of signage stating ‘Do Not Queue Across Intersection’ as a visual measure to deter motorists from queuing across the intersections. The Transport for NSW Representative noted they will take into consideration the potential of erecting ‘Do Not Queue Across Intersection’ signage.

Item 14 – Report provided to Council regarding the Robert Street, Rozelle Bus Stop

The Representative for the member of Balmain raised that the report provided in the previous Traffic Committee meeting did not mention his three suggestions to improve the Bus Stop and would like to request an amended report be issued.

Item 15 – Update on Traffic Signal upgrade at the intersection of Fredrick Street and John Street, Ashfield.

The Representative for the Member of Summer Hill requested an updated regarding the intersection of Fredrick Street and John Street, Ashfield.

The Representative for TfNSW advised that there are no new updates from the previous meeting and that they are currently still in the tender process.

Meeting closed at 12:05pm.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

19 February 2024

Item No: LTC0224(1) Item 9

Subject: Railway Street, Petersham - Proposed 1/2P timed parking restrictions (Damun-Petersham Ward/Newtown Electorate/Inner West PAC)

Prepared By: James Nguyen - Traffic Engineer

Authorised By: Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

RECOMMENDATION

That the timed parking restriction signposted as ‘1P 8.30am-6pm MON-FRI; 8.30am-12.30pm SAT’ on the western side of Railway Street, Petersham, between Parramatta Road and Queen Street, be amended to ‘1/2P 8.30am-6pm MON-FRI; 8.30am-12.30pm SAT’.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE

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

2: Liveable, connected neighbourhoods and transport

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A business has requested Council consider changing the existing timed 1-hour parking space on the western side of Railway Street, Petersham, between Parramatta Road and Queen Street, to 1/2-hour parking to improve turnover of parking and deter long-term (unlimited) parking by motorists who hold a mobility parking permit.

This report provides background of the request, community consultation feedback, an assessment of the information collected and subsequent recommendation to change the 1-hour timed parking space to a 1/2-hour timed limit.

There are benefits to changing the requested 1-hour timed parking space to 1/2-hour timed parking as it will provide turnover of parking, provide a more flexible parking option for customers and deter long-term unlimited parking of motorists with a mobility parking permit, that may not be visiting the nearby businesses.

In addition, as there are nearby 1-hour parking spaces on Queen Street that can be used as alternatives, parking impacts to businesses as a result of this change are minimised.

BACKGROUND

Council has received a request to consider changing the existing 1-hour timed parking space on the western side of Railway Street between Parramatta Road and Queen Street to a 1/2-hour timed parking space. The NSW Road Rules allows for motorists with a mobility parking permit to park for an unlimited timeframe for parking spaces that are signposted to allow for more than 30 minutes of parking. The existing parking space is currently signposted as ‘1P 8.30am-6pm MON-FRI; 8.30am-12.30pm SAT’, and thus motorists with a mobility parking permit can park for an unlimited timeframe in this existing space. A concerned business has noted the above issue as it affects turnover of parking outside their premise.

DISCUSSION

Council Engineers have assessed the existing parking controls on Railway Street and nearby streets.

Figure 1 below presents a parking plan of the existing parking restrictions (this plan excludes ‘No Stopping’ restrictions to improve clarity).

Figure 1 - Parking plan, existing parking restrictions

Figure 1 indicates that the shortest parking duration that is applicable to nearby businesses on and adjacent to Parramatta Road (excluding the P5 minute restriction which is installed to provide drop-off and pick-up for Taverners Hill Infants School) is a 1-hour restriction between the hours of 8.30am-6pm Monday to Friday; and 8.30am-12.30pm on Saturday. These spaces are found in Queen Street which has eight (8) spaces, and one (1) space on Railway Street, which is the space of concern when a motorist with a mobility parking permit utilises the space.

Table 1 below shows the permissible parking duration in timed parking spaces for motorists who hold a valid mobility parking permit.

Table 1 - Time-limited parking areas (Source: NSW Government)

Signposted time limit	Disability parking time limit
More than 30 minutes	Unlimited
30 minutes	Up to 2 hours
Less than 30 minutes	Maximum 30 minutes

In this scenario, a motorist can park for an unlimited duration in the single 1-hour timed parking space on the northern western side of Railway Street between Parramatta Road and Queen Street, which can affect turnover of parking for businesses. Furthermore, a mobility permit holder may also not be utilising this space to access nearby businesses, as there is no condition or requirement for them to. To address this issue, it is necessary to consider changing the timed restriction from 1-hour to 1/2-hour which would allow for a motorist with a mobility parking permit to park in this space for up to two (2) hours whilst deterring all day parking.

Furthermore, a 1/2-hour parking limit at this location can better balance different customer needs to the current situation, as there are already existing 1-hour and 2-hour parking limits in Queen Streets, the 1/2-hour parking limit can create more flexibility to the parking operations.

Austroads Guide to Traffic Management Part 11: Parking Management Techniques provides further guidance on the appropriate locations for timed parking limits shown in Table 2 below.

Table 2 - Recommended application of various time limits (source: Austroads Guide to Traffic Management Part 11: Parking Management Techniques, p. 88)

Time limit	Recommended application
1/2-hour	· Directly outside local shops that rely on providing a reasonably high level of convenience to maintain a competitive market position. · There is usually a high demand and 1-hour parking would result in inadequate parking turnover. · A ½-hour restriction allows people to go to two or three shops.
1-hour	· Outside major shopping centres and in other locations where there is a demand for parking and the activity is likely to take longer than half an hour. · This type of parking is able to be diverted into off-street locations but parking access needs to be clearly visible from the frontage road.
2-hour	· Sometimes appropriate outside major shopping centres although it can result in enforcement difficulties with some motorists staying excessively long times. · It is more likely to be applicable in areas with developments containing professional and personal services. · It is also applicable in streets where a resident parking permit scheme applies and time limited parking is available for nonresidents. · The 2-hour limit results in commuter parking being removed.

Given, there is only one (1) timed parking space on Railway Street between Parramatta Road and Queen Street, this space outside businesses and nearby shops along Parramatta Road may likely experience high demand for parking and reflects the application noted in Table 2. The proposed 1/2-hour parking could improve upon current parking operations, and shown in Figure 2 below.

Figure 2 - Proposed parking changes

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

Council consulted with nearby businesses on the proposal. There were 13 letters sent with one (1) response supporting and one (1) response opposing the proposal.

The response supporting the proposal noted full support to change the 1-hour parking limit to 1/2-hour. The response opposing the proposal raised concerns that the proposed 1/2-hour parking would potentially affect some of their clients that require 15 to 45 minutes of time to complete their service needs. The response stated that the current 1-hour time limit is ideal for their clients.

Given there are already existing 1-hour parking restrictions in Queen Street, south of Railway Street, customers that require longer duration of parking can use these spaces. It is acknowledged that this is not as convenient of a location compared to the existing 1-hour parking space on Railway Street, however the distance to nearby businesses is adequate.

Furthermore, there is a higher impact to businesses by a motorist with a mobility parking space, who could potentially park in this space for an unlimited period. In addition, as there is a lack of existing mobility parking spaces nearby, changing this space from 1-hour to 1/2-hour provides parking for less-mobile person for up to 2-hours, which provides more equity of access to the nearby businesses whilst also providing turnover of parking.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

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

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

19 February 2024

Item No: LTC0224(1) Item 10

Subject: Wardell Road survey area, Dulwich Hill and Marrickville – Request for a residential parking scheme(Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward and Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC)

Prepared By: Jennifer Adams - Traffic Engineer

Authorised By: Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

RECOMMENDATION

1. That the findings of the parking utilisation survey be received and noted.

2. That a Resident Parking questionnaire survey be undertaken in Canonbury Grove, between Margaret Street and Beach Road; Beach Road between Macarthur Parade and Wardell Road; Wardell Road between Marrickville Road to Challis Avenue; Challis Avenue between Wardell Road and dead end and Margaret Street between Macarthur Parade and Wardell Road, Dulwich Hill as the results of the parking survey indicated that on-street parking utilisation was high in these streets and warrants further consideration of a proposed scheme which would have the following parking restrictions ‘2P 8am – 6pm Mon-Fri Permit Holders Excepted – Area M13’.

3. That the results of the Resident Parking survey questionnaire be referred to the Local Traffic Committee for consideration.

4. That the head petitioner be advised in terms of this report.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE

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

2: Liveable, connected neighbourhoods and transport

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A petition has been received from residents in streets surrounding St Maroun’s College and the associated aged care facility for the provision of a Resident Parking Scheme in their streets due to the overspill parking demand created by these facilities. Council Officers recently carried out a parking utilisation survey in local streets surrounding St Maroun’s complex and the results are presented in this report for the Committee to consider.

BACKGROUND

A petition signed by 16 local residents in streets surrounding St Maroun’s College / Aged care facility has been received for the provision of a Resident Parking Scheme in their streets. The head petitioner stated that on-street parking spaces in the local streets are limited and often unavailable for local residents use due to staff from the school and aged care facility parking in the residential streets. This presents difficulties for residents to park their vehicles near their homes on weekdays.

The petition sought that Council carry out a traffic and parking study in the streets surrounding St Maroun’s College and Aged Care Facility, namely Challis Avenue, Margaret Street, Wardell Road, Pine Street, MacArthur Parade, Canonbury Grove, Beach Road and Marrickville Avenue. It is noted that Kays Avenue was also listed as a street to be surveyed however due to it already being within the M13 residential parking scheme it was not surveyed.

The petition also raised a number of concerns in relation to the drop-off /pick-up of students from St Maroun’s College, especially double parking, illegal U-turns and parking over driveways, which will not be elaborated upon in this report as they acknowledge that the school also acknowledges these issues and continue to remind parents/carers to do the right thing when dropping off and picking up their children.

Concerns related specifically to Marrickville Avenue were also raised especially in relation to trucks servicing the aged care facility, private mini skip bins being left at the facility’s gates for considerable periods of time and the general lack of staff parking for the school and aged care facility which are all management issues for St Maroun’s to handle and are outside the scope of this report on the parking situation around the school and aged care facility.

It is noted that in 2016 Council developed a parking strategy for Dulwich Hill using feedback from the community and a study of parking occupancy data. The report on the Dulwich Hill Parking Study was endorsed by Council in October 2016. The strategy recommended introducing permit parking to a number of streets in Dulwich Hill to protect parking for residents and maximise the use of available space. Parking permit areas were subsequently introduced in the following locations:

• Canonbury Grove (western side) between Keith Street and Margaret Street;

• Kays Avenue West (northern side) between Wardell Road and the railway line;

• Keith Street (northern side) between Wardell Road and Macarthur Parade;

• Macarthur Parade (western side) between Keith Lane and Blackwood Lane;

• Wardell Road (western side) between Keith Street and Margaret Street;

• Wardell Road (eastern side) between Wilga Avenue and Challis Avenue;

• Wardell Road (eastern side) between number 266 and number 274;

• Wardell Road (western side) between number 291 and number 297;and

• Wilga Avenue (southern side) between Wardell Road and the railway line.

DISCUSSION

The eight streets surveyed in this study are all local residential streets carrying less than 2,000 vehicles per day with the exception of Wardell Road, which is a regional road carrying around 13,750 vehicles per day.

Parking Utilisation Survey:

A parking utilisation survey was undertaken in Challis Avenue, Margaret Street, Wardell Road, Pine Street, MacArthur Parade, Canonbury Grove, Beach Road and Marrickville Avenue on Wednesday 18 October 2023 (between 7.00am and 5.00pm) to gauge on-street parking utilisation. The results of the survey are summarised in the following table:

On-street parking survey results (weekday)

Street Name (Section & side)	No. parking spaces	Parking Utilisation Rate
Street Name (Section & side)	No. parking spaces	7.00 AM	11.00 AM	2.00 PM	6.00 PM	Average utilisation rate
Macarthur Parade
Outside No35 Macarthur Pde to Beach Street (west side)	19	52.63%	73.68%	47.37%	78.95%	63%
Beach Street to Margaret Street (east side)	18	61.11%	72.22%	72.22%	83.33%	72%
Average utilisation rate		57%	73%	60%	81%
Beach Road
Macarthur Pde to Wardell Road (north side)	20	45.00%	90.00%	95.00%	55.00%	71%
Wardell Road to Macarthur Pde (south side)	18	83.33%	83.33%	83.33%	66.67%	79%
Average utilisation rate		64%	87%	89%	61%
Cannonbury Grove
Beach Road to Margaret Street (east side)	14	92.86%	64.29%	85.71%	92.86%	87.5%
Margaret Street to Beach Street (west side)	14	85.71%	92.86%	92.86%	78.57%	87.5%
Average utilisation rate		89%	79%	89%	86%
Margaret Street
Macarthur Pde to Wardell Road (north side)	20	50.00%	85.00%	85.00%	65.00%	71%
Wardell Road to Macarthur Pde (south side)	18	55.56%	94.44%	94.44%	77.78%	81%
Average utilisation rate		53%	90%	90%	71%
Wardell Road
Marrickville Road to Challis Avenue (east side)	34	55.88%	58.82%	79.41%	58.82%	63%
Margaret Street to Marrickville Road (west side)	28	75.00%	87.50%	91.67%	71.43%	81%
Average utilisation rate		38%	73%	86%	65%
Pine Street
Wardell Road to South Road (north side)	29	68.97%	82.76%	86.21%	79.31%	79%
Hollands Avenue to Wardell Road (south side)	31	51.81%	58.06%	45.16%	54.84%	53%
Average utilisation rate		60%	70%	66%	67%
Marrickville Avenue
End to Livingstone Road (north side)	19	68.42%	83.16%	83.16%	5.28%	60%
Livingstone Rd to End (south side)	22	18.18%	59.09%	54.55%	36.36%	42%
Average utilisation rate		43%	71%	69%	21%
Challis Avenue
Wardell Road to end (north side)	37	72.97%	81.08%	89.19%	70.27%	78%
From 36 Challis St to Wardell Rd (south side)	31	83.87%	90.32%	100.00%	61.29%	84%
Average utilisation rate		78%	86%	95%	66%

About half of the streets surveyed showed more than the 85% threshold for parking occupancy during the daytime period.

Street	Average daytime parking occupancy
Macarthur Parade	67%
Beach Road	88%
Cannonbury Grove	84%
Margaret Street	90%
Wardell Road	80%
Pine Street	71%
Marrickville Avenue	70%
Challis Avenue	91%

As the results of the parking survey indicated high utilisation of on-street parking spaces in Beach Road, Canonbury Grove, Margaret Street, Challis Avenue and Wardell Road (included as it would be affected as a result of any parking displacement as it is approaching 85% threshold) it is recommended that a Resident Parking survey be undertaken for all residential properties in the streets listed above (surveyed street sections) and that the results of the survey be reported to the Committee for consideration. The proposed scheme would have the following parking restrictions ‘2P 8am – 6pm Mon-Fri Permit Holders Excepted – Area M13’.

Council Policy/Guidelines

Council's adopted Policy for the introduction of a Permit Parking Area states "that before implementing a resident parking scheme in any area, a survey of residents be undertaken to ascertain the level of support for such a scheme and that such support should be in excess of 65% of submissions received provided that rate of return of submissions is reasonable (higher than 30%)".

CONCLUSION

Due to the high utilisation of on-street parking spaces in Beach Road, Canonbury Grove, Margaret Street, Challis Avenue and Wardell Road, it is recommended that a Resident Parking survey be undertaken in Canonbury Grove, between Margaret Street and Beach Road; Beach Road between Macarthur Parade and Wardell Road; Wardell Road between Marrickville Road to Challis Avenue; Challis Avenue between Wardell Road and dead end and Margaret Street between Macarthur Parade and Wardell Road, Dulwich Hill and that the results of the survey be reported to the Committee for consideration.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

19 February 2024

Item No: LTC0224(1) Item 11

Subject: St Peters area – Request for a residential parking scheme in Silver Street (Midjuburi - Marrickville Ward/ Heffron Electorate/ Inner West PAC)

Prepared By: Jennifer Adams - Traffic Engineer

Authorised By: Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

RECOMMENDATION

1. That the findings of the parking utilisation survey be received and noted.

2. That a Resident Parking questionnaire survey be undertaken in Silver Street, between Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Highway, St Peters as the results of the parking survey indicated that on-street parking utilisation was reasonably high in the street and warrants the consideration of a Resident Parking Scheme especially in light of surrounding streets being already treated with RPS and the redevelopment of Precinct 75. The proposed scheme would have the following parking restrictions ‘2P 8.30AM - 6PM, MON - FRI, PERMIT HOLDERS EXCEPTED, AREA M4’ on the western (south) side of Silver Street, between Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Highway, St Peters.

3. Tha tthe results of the Resident Parking survey questionnaire be referred to the Local Traffic Committee for consideration.

4. That the head petitioner be advised in terms of this report.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE

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

2: Liveable, connected neighbourhoods and transport

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A petition has been received from residents in Silver Steet, St Peters for an extension of the M4 residential parking scheme into their street, Concerns were raised also in relation to the Precinct 75 redevelopment, when built, compounding parking issues in surrounding streets. Council Officers recently carried out a parking utilisation survey in Silver Street and other local streets surrounding Precinct 75 and the results are presented in this report for the Committee to consider.

BACKGROUND

A petition signed by 29 local residents in Silver Street has been received for the provision of a Resident Parking Scheme in their street. Silver Street is a local residential street carrying around 805 vehicles per day. It has traffic lanes in both directions and runs between Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Highway. Parking in the street is currently unrestricted. Streets east of Silver Street and surrounding the Precinct 75 site have residential parking restrictions in operation now.

The Precinct 75 development proposal at 73 & 67 Mary Street, 50 & 52 Edith Street and 43 Roberts Street, St Peters (DA/2021/0800) seeks to redevelop Precinct 75 into a mixed-use build-to-rent residential (206 dwellings - 15,205m² - 49% GFA) and commercial/light industrial (16,041m² - 51% GFA) precinct. Vehicular parking provision for the residential component will be 104 spaces with 182 spaces provided for the Commercial / light industrial / Artist studio component equating to a total on-site provision of 286 parking spaces in two basement levels.

Under Marrickville DCP (Part 2.10) the parking provision for the non-residential use was estimated to be 310 spaces required for the non-residential uses and 236 spaces for the residential component equating to 546 spaces for the development. The shortfall of parking (originally around 260 spaces or 48% of total requirement) was identified and discussed with the developer in early PDA meetings attended by Council’s Team Leader of Development Engineering and Co-ordinator of Traffic Engineering Services.

It is noted however that under SEPP ARH the residential component of the development denotes car parking at a rate of 0.5 spaces per dwelling which reduced (by more than half) the residential requirement from 236 to 104 spaces. Moreover, the notable shortfall was identified and communicated to the developer as being a poor outcome in terms of impacts on the adjacent residential streets due to the potential spillover of parking from the development and a request for the developer to provide ‘on-street’ parking surveys was stipulated.

Results of that survey conducted, by the developer, in February 2022 states nominally that more on street parking was available on surrounding streets on a weekday, compared to Saturday and that:

· on the Wednesday, Roberts Lane, Alfred Street and Albion Lane were all over 85% occupied, although parking was available in most other streets;

· on the Thursday, the parking occupancy was also over 85% in some sections of Silver Street and Grove Street, but lower elsewhere;

· during the Saturday survey, most of the streets had over 85% occupancy; and

· a comparison of restricted and unrestricted side of the street indicates:

- in Edith Street, parking occupancies were generally found to be higher in the time restricted side, which indicates possible residential or short term visitor parking in this section of the road (western side). However, it should be noted that on the restricted side (western side), there are significantly more kerbside parking than the unrestricted side due to the narrowness of the street on the southern end of the street;

- in Grove Street, there were higher occupancies on the unrestricted section of the street which possibly indicates there were more all day parking demand; and

- in Roberts Street (north), the unrestricted and restricted parking had similar occupancy rate across the three survey days indicating there was potentially mainly for short term parking.

Overall, there are some vacant spaces (between 10% to 20%) on the unrestricted side of the street.

DISCUSSION

Parking Utilisation Survey:

A parking utilisation survey was undertaken in Silver Street, Edith Street, Roberts Street, Roberts Lane, Mary Street, Grove Street, Sutherland Street, Henry Street and Unwins Bridge Road on Wednesday 25 October 2023 (between 7.00am and 5.00pm) to gauge current on-street parking utilisation. The results of the survey are summarised in the following table:

It is noted that M4 residential parking scheme has ‘2P 8.30AM - 6PM, MON - FRI, PERMIT HOLDERS EXCEPTED, AREA M4’ restrictions in place in a number of the streets surveyed.

On-street parking survey results (weekday)

Street Name (Section & side)	No. parking spaces	Parking Utilisation Rate
Street Name (Section & side)	No. parking spaces	7.00 AM	11.00 AM	2.00 PM	5.00 PM	Average utilisation rate
Silver Street (unrestricted parking both sides)
Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Hwy (east side)	46	100.00%	73.91%	80.43%	86.96%	85%
Princes Hwy and Unwins Bridge Road (west side)	57	70.18%	75.44%	82.46%	77.19%	76%
Average utilisation rate		85%	75%	81%	82%
Edith Street (residential parking 2P restrictions on west side)
Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Hwy (east side)	17	70.59%	88.24%	52.94%	52.94%	66%
Princes Hwy and Unwins Bridge Road (west side)	49	73.47%	61.22%	46.94%	46.94%	57%
Average utilisation rate		72%	75%	50%	50%
Roberts Street (residential parking 2P restrictions on east side)
Roberts Lane and End (east side)	17	70.59%	41.18%	52.94%	52.94%	54.5%
Roberts Lane and End (west side)	14	64.29%	57.14%	57.14%	57.14%	59%
Average utilisation rate		67%	49%	55%	55%
Roberts Lane (unrestricted - south side unsigned 90° parking)
Mary Street and Edith Street (north side)	11	81.82%	90.91%	100.00%	72.73%	84%
Edith Street and Mary Street (south side)	27	48.15%	88.89%	85.19%	62.96%	71%
Average utilisation rate		65%	90%	93%	68%
Mary Street (residential parking 2P restrictions on east side with some short term parking east and west side near Unwins Bridge Road)
Robert Street and Unwins Bridge Road (east side)	37	62.16%	64.86%	51.35%	48.65%	57%
Rolfe Lane and Albion Lane (west side)	6	100.00%	66.67%	66.67%	100.00%	83%
Average utilisation rate		53%	66%	59%	74%
Alfred Street (both sides – existing residential 2P restrictions – M4)
Rolfe Lane and Princes Hwy (east side)	27	85.19%	85.19%	77.78%	81.48%	82%
Albion Lane and Rolfe Lane (west side)	15	86.67%	33.33%	26.67%	46.67%	48%
Average utilisation rate		86%	59%	52%	64%
Grove Street (residential parking 2P restrictions on west side)
Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Hwy (east side)	44	77.27%	77.27%	72.73%	75.00%	76%
Princes Hwy and Unwins Bridge Road (west side)	43	39.53%	48.84%	41.86%	58.14%	47%
Average utilisation rate		59%	63%	57%	67%
Sutherland Street (residential parking 2P restrictions on east side and section between Henry Street and Unwins Bridge Road on west side)
Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Hwy (east side)	54	50.00%	48.15%	53.70%	50.00%	50%
Princes Hwy and Unwins Bridge Road (west side)	42	83.33%	64.29%	66.67%	76.19%	73%
Average utilisation rate		67%	56%	60%	63%
Henry Street (residential parking 2P restrictions on south side)
Sutherland Street and Grove Street (north side)	4	25.00%	50.00%	75.00%	75.00%	56%
Grove Street and Sutherland Street (south side)	5	100.00%	100.00%	40.00%	20.00%	65%
Average utilisation rate		63%	75%	58%	48%
Unwins Bridge Road – south side only (clearway 4-6pm)
Silver Street and Sutherland Street (south side)	41	78.05%	53.66%	39.02%	0%	57%
Average utilisation rate		78%	54%	39%	0%

The results of the parking surveys show that there is available parking capacity in the streets surveyed. As previously noted most of the streets surveyed already have residential parking restrictions in place keeping occupancy levels moderate. It is noted that Silver Street, St Peters had an average overall occupancy of 80.5% which did not meet Council’s 85% threshold for parking occupancy for consideration for implementation of a residential parking scheme however, parking occupancy was high in the morning, throughout the day and into the evening. Any additional on-street parking which would likely result from the Precinct 75 development would tip Silver Street over the 85% threshold. It is therefore recommended that a Resident Parking questionnaire survey be undertaken in Silver Street to gauge resident’s support of a scheme due to possible future overspill into their street due to Precinct 75 redevelopment.

Street	Number of on-street parking spaces	Average overall parking occupancy	Spare spaces
Silver Street	103	80.5%	20
Edith Street	66	61,5%	25
Roberts Street	31	57.5%	13
Roberts Lane	38	77.5%	14
Mary Street	43	70%	13
Alfred Street	42	65%	15
Grove Street	87	61.5%	33
Sutherland Street	96	61.5%	37
Henry Street	9	60.5%	4
Unwins Bridge Road	41	57%	18

Council Policy/Guidelines

CONCLUSION

The Precinct 75 redevelopment will be short of Council’s parking provision requirements and this shortfall will create a demand in surrounding streets and these streets could easily reach capacity and therefore need to be protected for residents. It is noted that some development / new uses are excluded from participating in permit parking schemes.

Due to the relatively high utilisation of on-street parking spaces in Silver Street, St Peters it is recommended that a Resident Parking survey be undertaken in Silver Street, between Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Highway, St peters and that the results of the survey be reported to the Committee for consideration.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.

1.⇩	Concept plan
2.⇩	Swept path 1
3.⇩	Swept path 2
4.⇩	Swept path 3

Feedback received during consultation	Response from Council Engineer
The response raised concerns that there was no survey of residents about the changes and that there were several options previously proposed on Warren Road between Illawarra Road and Carrington Road with no implemented changes	· A consultation letter for the proposed ‘No Stopping’ signs and line marking was sent to residents on 7 December 2023. · This letter provided residents with the opportunity to provide their views (support or object) on the proposed “No Stopping” signs and centre line markings at the intersection of Warren Road and Moyes Street, Marrickville in regards to safety issues that were raised. · Previous investigations on Warren Road between Illawarra Road and Carrington Road included the completion of a Local Traffic Management (LATM) Plan of the area undertaken in 2014, and considered a one-way request and speed cushions. At the time no changes were adopted by Council. However, later on Council did proceed with a one way proposal for Warren Road.
The response suggested to make Warren Road between Illawarra Road and Carrington Road one-way with speed humps to reduce vehicle speeds	As noted above. In relation to the section of Warren Road west of Illawarra Road, traffic count data collected for Warren Road for this section shows the recorded an 85th percentile speed limit of 41 km/h, 4,868 vehicles per day of which 2.8% were heavy vehicles, with Warren Road being classified as a collector road, and within acceptable limits. The 85^th percentile speed of 41km/h is unlikely to increase significantly, given there has been no changes to the current road width. Furthermore, Given that Warren Road through this section provides a critical link in the road network, changes to traffic flow are unlikely to be supported in the foreseeable future.
The response raised concerns about replacement buses that will soon be traveling down Warren Road for up to 12 months or more, due to construction work on the T3 line	These proposals are to improve safety for traffic at this intersection and are not associated to any temporary bus routes that Transport for NSW may be proposing on Warren Road as part of works required on the T3 line.
The response raised concerns about the impact to on-street parking from the proposal as some residents do not have off-street parking	The “No Stopping” signs are proposed to restrict stopping or parking along areas that are not legal parking spaces. There is no loss of legal on-street parking outside the 10 metre “No Stopping” zones.
The response raised concerns about the impact to parking outside 30, 32, and 34 (will the changes allow for parking outside these homes)	There is no loss of parking or impact to existing parking outside houses 30, 32, 34, or any parking spaces on the southern side of Warren Road.

1.⇩	Darling Street - Signage Plan
2.⇩	Hancock Lane - Detailed Design Plan

1.⇩	ANZAC 2024 Traffic Management Plan
2.⇩	ANZAC 2024 Traffic Guidance Scheme

Resident’s comments	Officer’s comments
Two residents separately queried why the both sides of the street are not being considered for residential parking.	One of the key objectives of Council’s Parking strategy is to balance the often competing needs of both residents and businesses in the precinct. As a result, the resident parking scheme, where implemented, has generally been placed on one side of street. This approach aims to give eligible households in the scheme area, who take up a permit, a greater chance of finding parking closer to their property whilst still providing parking opportunities for other users such as businesses in the area, their patrons, and visitors to the area and residents who do not participate in the scheme.
The proposed 10m no stopping restrictions at either end of the street seem excessively large.	The statutory ‘No Stopping’ zones at intersections will be signposted as per the requirements of NSW Road Rules (170).
This section of Audley Street south of New Canterbury Road is used as a rat run and cars often speed up and down the street….. It would be good if Council could investigate options to reduce these impacts.	Council will need to examine these issues outside of this report.

Item no.	Item for investigation	Team	Resolution
1a	Poor visibility of, lighting and signage for zebra crossings	Traffic and Transport	Council officers inspected the pedestrian crossings on Murray Street, north of Smidmore Street and Victoria Road between Edgeware Road and Empire Lane. The site inspections identified the need to repaint faded crossing bars at these pedestrian crossings as well as ‘BB’ centre line marking on Victoria Road at Empire Lane, which has now been completed. Furthermore, additional advanced pedestrian crossing warning signs have been installed to increase the awareness of the pedestrian crossings ahead. In addition, a proposal to upgrade the existing pedestrian crossing on Murray Street, north of Smidmore Street to a raised pedestrian crossing with improved lighting has been developed and has now been submitted for inclusion into Council’s capital works program.
1b	Uneven footpaths around the Centre, particularly on Victoria Road and Edinburgh Road	Asset Planning	Council officers have now replaced the footpath in Murray Street and Smidmore Street and have undertaken restoration of sections of Edinburgh Road that were impacted by Sydney Metro operations. The footpath in Victoria Road is heritage brick path, which has some natural undulation. It is in overall good condition, however, Council officers have identified some areas that are impacted by tree roots which will be repaired within the next three months.
1c	Potholes on the roads around the Centre	Asset Planning	Edinburgh Road underwent substantial deterioration during the construction activities associated with both Sydney Metro and Marrickville Metro. Now that these projects have been completed construction and associated traffic facilities are being restored. Restoration has been undertaken to the road surface in Edinburgh Road. Murray Street and Smidmore Street have been previously identified by Council Engineers for renewal and are included in Council’s draft program of works for FY25. Council’s Engineers are currently liaising with Marrickville Metro to correct road and footpath levels around the entry to the loading dock in Smidmore Street ahead of these renewal works.
1d	The need for bus stop upgrades	Asset Planning	Permanent bus stops on Edinburgh Road are being delivered as part of the upgrades on Edinburgh Road in conjunction with the construction works for Marrickville Metro and Sydney Metro. It is understood that Transport for NSW will likely remove the temporary bus stops on Smidmore Street once the upgrades on Edinburgh Road are completed. The temporary bus stop on the southern side of Smidmore Street has already been removed and the 355 bus route now operates via the upgraded permanent bus stop on Edinburgh Road.
1e	Plantings around the zebra crossing on the Edgeware Road side of the Centre is inadequate (one side is planted, one is often washed away) and requires attention	Parks and Streetscape	Council Officers have completed the landscape maintenance work at the zebra pedestrian crossing on Murray Street at the intersection of Edgeware Road.
1f	The prevalence of shopping trolleys left on local streets around the Centre	Parking and Regulatory	Under the Public Spaces (Unattended Property) Act, which came into force last November. Council has the ability to impound shopping trolleys that remain in the public domain for more than 4 days after the operator being notified. It should be noted that Council Officers have not had cause to impound many shopping trolleys at this time from the surrounds of Metro. Anecdotally it is believed that Supermarkets are collecting their trolleys within the legislative time frames, but that users continue to deposit trolleys at the common locations which creates the impression of lack of action. Trolleys can be reported to Council via the normal methods for investigation by Rangers.
1g	The left hand turn only lane from Edinburgh Road to Smidmore Street continues to cause confusion and concern, with motorists often using the lane to proceed ahead and turn immediately left into the upgraded Centre.	Traffic and Transport	Council Officers have investigated the concern of the left hand turn only lane from Edinburgh Road to Smidmore Street causing confusion with motorists often using the lane to proceed ahead to turn immediately left into the upgraded centre. Currently, there is an approval to add a fourth leg into the intersection as part of a state development consent which may affect the possibility of implementing a left only turn for this intersection. As Transport for NSW has jurisdiction and the expertise in dealing with such issues, Council Officers have requested Transport for NSW consider the concerns raised.