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Local Traffic Committee Meeting

                          

MONDAY 20 MARCH 2023

 

11.00am

 


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

20 March 2023

 

Function of the Local Traffic Committee

Background

Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) is legislated as the Authority responsible for the control of traffic on all NSW Roads. The RMS has delegated certain aspects of the control of traffic on local roads to councils. To exercise this delegation, councils must establish a local traffic committee and obtain the advice of the RMS and Police. The Inner West Council Local Traffic Committee has been constituted by Council as a result of the delegation granted by the RMS pursuant to Section 50 of the Transport Administration Act 1988.

 

Role of the Committee

The Local Traffic Committee is primarily a technical review and advisory committee which considers the technical merits of proposals and ensures that current technical guidelines are considered. It provides recommendations to Council on traffic and parking control matters and on the provision of traffic control facilities and prescribed traffic control devices for which Council has delegated authority. These matters are dealt with under Part A of the agenda and require Council to consider exercising its delegation.

In addition to its formal role as the Local Traffic Committee, the Committee may also be requested to provide informal traffic engineering advice on traffic matters not requiring Council to exercise its delegated function at that point in time, for example, advice to Council’s Development Assessment Section on traffic generating developments. These matters are dealt with under Part C of the agenda and are for information or advice only and do not require Council to exercise its delegation.

 

Committee Delegations

The Local Traffic Committee has no decision-making powers. The Council must refer all traffic related matters to the Local Traffic Committee prior to exercising its delegated functions. Matters related to State Roads or functions that have not been delegated to Council must be referred directly to the RMS or relevant organisation.

The Committee provides recommendations to Council. Should Council wish to act contrary to the advice of the Committee or if that advice is not supported unanimously by the Committee members, then the Police or RMS have an opportunity to appeal to the Regional Traffic Committee.

 

Committee Membership & Voting

Formal voting membership comprises the following:

·         one representative of Council as nominated by Council;

·         one representative of the NSW Police from each Local Area Command (LAC) within the LGA, being Newtown, Marrickville, Leichhardt and Ashfield LAC’s.

·         one representative from the RMS;  and

·         State Members of Parliament (MP) for the electorates of Summer Hill, Newtown, Heffron, Canterbury, Strathfield and Balmain or their nominees.

 

Where the Council area is represented by more than one MP or covered by more than one Police LAC, representatives are only permitted to vote on matters which effect their electorate or LAC.

Informal (non-voting) advisors from within Council or external authorities may also attend Committee meetings to provide expert advice.

 

Committee Chair

Council’s representative will chair the meetings.

 

Public Participation

Members of the public or other stakeholders may address the Committee on agenda items to be considered by the Committee. The format and number of presentations is at the discretion of the Chairperson and is generally limited to 3 minutes per speaker. Committee debate on agenda items is not open to the public.

 

 

 

   


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

20 March 2023

 

 

 

AGENDA

 

 

1          Apologies

 

2          Disclosures of Interest

 

3          Confirmation of Minutes

Minutes of 20 February 2023 Local Traffic Committee Meeting                                                                                                   5

Minutes of 28 February 2023 Extraordinary Local Traffic Committee Meeting                                                                 21

 

4          Matters Arising from Council’s Resolution of Minutes

 

5          Part A – Items Where Council May Exercise Its Delegated Functions

 

Traffic Matters

 

ITEM                                                                                 Page

 

LTC0323(1) Item 1  Balmain LATM Study (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)                                                     24

LTC0323(1) Item 2  Alfred Street, Annandale - Angled Parking Conversion (Gulgadya - Annandale/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)                187

LTC0323(1) Item 3  Stevens Lane, Marrickville - Proposed installation of 'No Parking' restrictions along both sides of the laneway (Midjuburi – Marrickville Ward / Newtown Electorate / Inner West PAC) 190

LTC0323(1) Item 4  Edgeware Road, Enmore (at the Intersection of Alice Street and Llewellyn Street) - Proposed Traffic Signal Upgrade (Plan No. 10227) – Project 303097 (MIDJUBURI - MARRICKVILLE WARD / NEWTOWN ELECTORATE / INNER WEST PAC) 193

LTC0323(1) Item 5  Dudley Street, Dulwich Hill; Burrows Avenue, Railway Road, Gleeson Avenue and (Lower) Railway Parade, Sydenham - Temporary Parking Changes During Major Rail Shutdown Of T3 Line For Sydney Metro Upgrade Works - Bus Replacements For 4 Days Between Thursday 20 April To Sunday 23 April 2023 (MIDJUBURI - Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC)                                          197

 

Parking Matters

 

ITEM                                                                                 Page

 

LTC0323(1) Item 6  Leichhardt West Precinct – Stage 1 (Allen Street) Resident Parking Scheme (Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)                206

LTC0323(1) Item 7  Henry Street, St Peters – Sydenham Precinct (Area M4) Resident Parking Scheme Extension (Heffron Electorate / Inner West PAC)                                211

LTC0323(1) Item 8  Maney Street, Rozelle - drop off and pick up zone (Baludarri - Rozelle/Balmain/Leichhardt PAC)      214

LTC0323(1) Item 9  Myrtle Street, Leichhardt - 10km/h Shared Zone and Line-Marked Parking Bays (Gulgadya - Leichhardt/Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)               217

 

 

 

Late Items

 

Nil at time of printing.

 

6         Part B - Items for Information Only

 

Nil at the time of printing.

7          Part C - Items for General Advice

 

Nil at the time of printing.

 

 

8          General Business

 

9          Close of Meeting


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

20 March 2023

 

 

Minutes of Local Traffic Committee Meeting

Held on 20 February 2023 at Ashfield Service Centre

 

Meeting commenced at 11.03am

 

 

 

 

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

 

Manod Wickramasinghe

IWC’s Traffic and Transport Planning Manager (Chair)

Bill Holliday

Representative for Jamie Parker MP, Member for Balmain

Graeme McKay

Representative for Jo Haylen MP, Member for Summer Hill

Patricia Arcilla

Representative for Jenny Leong MP, Member for Newtown

Sgt Charles Buttrose

NSW Police – Leichhardt Police Area Command

John Begley

Transport for NSW (TfNSW)

 

 

OFFICERS IN ATTENDANCE

 

 

Solon Ghosh

Transport for NSW (TfNSW)

Colin Jones

Inner West Bicycle Coalition (IWBC)

Sunny Jo

IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Engineering Services (North)

George Tsaprounis

IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Engineering Services (South)

Jason Scoufis

IWC’s Traffic and Parking Planner

Mohammed Haque

IWC’s Civil Engineer

Jalal Uddin

IWC’s Civil Engineer

Christina Ip

IWC’s Business Administration Officer

 

 

VISITORS

 

 

 

Helen Russell

Resident – Item 4

 

 

APOLOGIES:    

 

 

 

Mayor Darcy Byrne

Councillor – Baludarri-Balmain Ward

Cr Chloe Smith

Councillor – Damun-Stanmore Ward

 

DISCLOSURES OF INTERESTS:

 

Nil.

 

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

 

The Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee meeting held on 5 December 2022 were confirmed.

 

MATTERS ARISING FROM COUNCIL’S RESOLUTION OF MINUTES

 

The Local Traffic Committee recommendations of its meeting held on 21 November 2022 were adopted at Council’s meeting on 13 December 2022 subject to the following amendment:

 

a)    LTC1122(1) Item 3 (5) be amended to ‘Council will retain the no-left turn restriction from Wardell Road onto Riverside Crescent, installed in early 2021 as part of the Greenway Project, and will investigate further measures that protect pedestrian and cyclist safety and alleviate traffic on Wardell Road.’ 

 

The IWBC representative requested that cyclists be excepted at the no left turn restriction from Wardell Road. Council Officers will investigate this request separately.

 

The Local Traffic Committee recommendations of its meeting held on 5 December 2022 were adopted at Council’s meeting on 14 February 2023 subject to the following additions to Item 2 Tempe Reserve, Tempe – Temporary Road Closures for Sydney IGLFA Soccer Tournament 20-23 February 2023 – (Midjuburi - Marrickville Ward/Heffron Electorate/Newtown LAC):

 

That:

 

1.    no objection be raised to the Soccer Tournament over the four day period between 11 February to 5 March 2023 subject to the applicant complying with the following conditions:

 

a)    the Traffic Management Plan (TMP) be reviewed and updated accordingly to address issues raised in this report.

Reason – to ensure the event runs safely and efficiently throughout this period and to address any unforeseen issues arising;

 

b)    the applicant is to provide an estimate of expected traffic volume figures attending the event. This shall include details about the average arrivals/departures per day as well as peak hour arrivals/departures. Furthermore, direction(s) of traffic flow needs to be included in this analysis (ie. of where traffic is going to and coming from).                                       

Reason - This information is required for each day to assess the impact of any possible traffic congestion at the signalised intersection of Holbeach Avenue and Princes Highway;

 

c)    an updated TMP be sent to TfNSW for their review and comment.
Reason – to ensure TfNSW is aware of the event series and can provide comment on any impact(s) on the operation of the signalised intersection of Highway and Holbeach Avenue, Tempe;

 

d)    notification of the proposed event be forwarded to the NSW Police, Transit Systems and State Transit Authority (Kingsgrove Depot), the NSW Fire Brigade and the NSW Ambulance Services.
Reason – so emergency services and transport services are aware of the event series and can plan around the event;

 

e)    affected residents and/or businesses are notified in writing at least two weeks prior to event and the event organiser and traffic control company contact details and names be included in the notification letters.
Reason – so residents and businesses are aware of the event series and can plan around event;

 

f)     adequate vehicular traffic control shall be provided for the protection and convenience of pedestrians and motorists including appropriate signage and flagging. TCP must be implemented on the day(s) by an appropriate certified traffic controller (designer of TCP or similar certification). Workers shall be specially designated for this role (and carry appropriate certificates), as necessary to comply with this condition. This is to be carried out in accordance with the Australian Standard AS 1742.3   - Traffic Control Devices for works on roads.
Reason – to ensure that the management of pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles and road other users is undertaken in a safe and efficient manner.

 

2.    additional traffic controllers to be situated at:

 

a)    the western end of South Street;

 

b)    Bay Street east of Princes Highway;

 

c)    Station Street east of Princes Highway; and

 

d)    Hart Street east of Princes Highway.

 

3.    the above comments of the Local Traffic Committee be received and noted;

 

4.    note the request from ten or more residents for a resident parking scheme in the area bounded by the Princes Highway and South Street, Smith Street and Holbeach Avenue, Tempe, and commence investigation of such a scheme; and

5.    at the conclusion of that investigation, commence a Parking Study of the area around Tempe Reserve as noted in the Tempe Reserve Plan of Management. 

 

 

LTC0223(1) Item 1     Darling Street between Mort Street and Curtis Road, Balmain -    Road Occupancy - ANZAC Day Dawn Service (Baludarri -         Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

 

In preparation to mark the ANZAC Day Dawn Service 2023 on Tuesday, 25 April 2023, Inner West Council is organising the ANZAC Day dawn Service at the Loyalty Square War Memorial, Balmain. To facilitate the event, it is proposed to close Darling Street between Mort Street and Curtis Road between 2:30am and 9:30am.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

That the temporary road closure of Darling Street (Mort Street to Curtis Road), Balmain on Tuesday, 25 April 2023 between 2.30am – 9.30am be supported, subject to the following conditions:

 

1.   All affected residents and businesses, including the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Fire & Rescue NSW and NSW Ambulance Services be notified in writing, by the applicant, of the proposed temporary road closure at least 14 days in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders;

 

2.   That an unencumbered passage minimum 3.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section of Darling Street, Balmain; and

 

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 temporary road closure of Darling Street (Mort Street to Curtis Road), Balmain on Tuesday, 25 April 2023 between 2.30am – 9.30am be supported, subject to the following conditions:

 

1.   All affected residents and businesses, including the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Fire & Rescue NSW and NSW Ambulance Services be notified in writing, by the applicant, of the proposed temporary road closure at least 14 days in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders;

 

2.   That an unencumbered passage minimum 3.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section of Darling Street, Balmain; and

 

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

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

LTC0223(1) Item 2     The Terrace, Birchgrove - Proposed Kerb Extension and                   Landscaped Garden Bed (Baludarri - Balmain Ward/ Balmain         Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

 

Council is planning to improve the streetscape in The Terrace Birchgrove by formalising the existing kerb blister constructed from temporary materials by constructing a new landscaped and integrated kerb blister island. The proposal aims to improve pedestrian and motorist safety by better defining the existing traffic lane and parking arrangements in the street, providing a more accessible footpath and improve the visual amenity by providing additional landscaping.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

That the attached detail design plan (Design Plan No.10217-A) for the proposed kerb extension and garden bed at the entrance of Birchgrove Oval on The Terrace, Birchgrove be approved.   

 

DISCUSSION

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

​That the attached detail design plan (Design Plan No.10217-A) for the proposed kerb extension and garden bed at the entrance of Birchgrove Oval on The Terrace, Birchgrove be approved.   

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0223(1) Item 3     Balmain Road, Leichhardt (At Hill Street) - Proposed Pedestrian       Improvement Works (Gulgadya - Leichhardt Ward/ Balmain         Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

 

Council is planning to improve pedestrian safety in Balmain Road, Leichhardt by reconstructing and relocating the existing raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing and providing a landscaped footpath to better align the pedestrian crossing point in Hill Street where it intersects with Balmain Road. The proposal aims to improve pedestrian and motorist safety by relocating the pedestrian crossing away from the intersection which is intended to reduce conflicts with traffic movements and improve pedestrian safety at this location.   

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

That the attached detailed design plan (Design Plan No.10237) for the proposed pedestrian crossing improvements on Balmain Road, Leichhardt at Hill Street be approved.  

 

DISCUSSION

 

Council Officers tabled a late submission from a resident who supported the proposal.

 

The TfNSW representative asked if bus operators have commented on the design. Council Officers advised that they were provided an opportunity to comment but have not provided any. Council Officers will follow up with Transit Systems to confirm if there are any issues.

 

The IWBC representative requested ‘Bicycles May Use Full Lane’ signage on Balmain Road. Council Officers will investigate this request.

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

​That the attached detailed design plan (Design Plan No.10237) for the proposed pedestrian crossing improvements on Balmain Road, Leichhardt at Hill Street be approved.  

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0223(1) Item 4     Balmain Road, Leichhardt (At Stanley Street) - Proposed                        Pedestrian Improvement Works (Gulgadya - Leichhardt Ward/          Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

 

Council is planning to improve pedestrian safety in Balmain Road by upgrading the existing at-grade crossing to a raised (zebra) pedestrian crossing. The proposal aims to improve pedestrian and motorist safety by replacing the existing two speed cushions on each approach with a single raised crossing and reduce vehicle speeds.   

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

That the attached detail design (Design Plan No.10238) for the proposed raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing on Balmain Road, Leichhardt at Stanley Street be approved.

 

DISCUSSION

 

Public speaker: Helen Russell entered at 11.07am.

 

Ms Russell supported the recommendation and suggested that Council consider:

 

  • more traffic calming measures to slow vehicles on approach to the Balmain Road pedestrian crossing, particularly to slow traffic coming from the Marion Street intersection;
  • extending the Leichhardt Public School and Sydney Secondary College school zones to the section of Balmain Road between Wetherill Street and the Derbyshire Road intersection; and
  • making signage more visible by trimming trees obstructing signs and making signs larger and higher.

 

(Ms Russell left at 11.12am.)

 

In response to Ms Russell’s suggestions, Council Officers advised that speed cushions on approach to the pedestrian crossing was previously installed to slow approach traffic. This treatment for the crossing has not had the desired traffic calming effect which has led to the current proposal being considered.

 

Council Officers can investigate increasing visibility of signage on Balmain Road and check whether any trees require maintenance. It was noted that Council Officers were on site recently and did not observe any trees obstructing pedestrian crossing signage. 

 

TfNSW will assess whether the school zones can be extended as suggested by the resident.

The TfNSW representative advised that the length of the ‘No Stopping’ zone from the departure side of the pedestrian crossing should be 10m rather than 7.5m as per technical directions.

 

Committee members asked why the height of the raised pedestrian crossing is proposed to be 90-100mm even though Balmain Road is part of a bus route. Council Officers advised that the design was constrained due to site conditions as the footpath level needs to transition to the height of the pedestrian crossing. A crossing height of 75mm would create a steep and inappropriate transition which is not desirable to pedestrians. To accommodate the 90-100mm pedestrian crossing, the design also lengthened the ramps on each side of the crossing to 2m to provide an appropriate ramp grade for buses. Council Officers will discuss this further with Transit Systems.

 

Council Officers also tabled an amended design plan (Attachment 1) which incorporates a kerb extension on the north east corner of the Balmain Road / Stanley Street intersection to create a narrowing prior to the intersection, as requested by a resident and the IWBC, to keep cyclists central to the carriageway and shorten the crossing distance for pedestrians across Stanley Street.

 

The IWBC representative asked if the garden bed could be widened so that the narrowing of the intersection could start further up in Balmain Road. Council Officers advised that the garden beds have been widened as much as possible and further widening is restricted by turn movements from Short Street.

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

That the attached detail design (Design Plan No.10238-A) for the proposed raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing on Balmain Road, Leichhardt at Stanley Street be approved.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0223(1) Item 5     Gow Street at Punch Street and Fitzroy Avenue, Birchgrove -       Proposed Kerb Extension and New Footpath (Baludarri -                 Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

 

Council is planning to improve pedestrian safety by constructing a new landscaped kerb extension and footpath in Punch Street and Gow Street, Birchgrove. The proposed works is intended to improve pedestrian and motorist safety in the area.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

That the attached detail design plan (Design Plan No.10224-A) for the proposed kerb extension and footpath on Gow Street at Fitzroy Avenue and Punch Street, Birchgrove be approved. 

 

DISCUSSION

 

Council Officers advised that a late submission was received from a resident who did not support the proposal with comments similar to those already provided to the Committee.

 

The TfNSW representative requested for the ‘No Stopping’ line to be extended into Gow Street. Council Officers stated this may impact parking so consultation would need to be undertaken to extend the line.

 

TfNSW representatives also stated that the existing School Zone sign has been twisted to face the wrong direction. They requested that Council turn the sign back 90 degrees when they are undertaking the kerb extension and footpath works.

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

That the attached detail design plan (Design Plan No.10224-A) for the proposed kerb extension and footpath on Gow Street at Fitzroy Avenue and Punch Street, Birchgrove be approved. 

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0223(1) Item 6     Challis Avenue at Albermarle Street, Dulwich Hill – Proposed Kerb Extension and New Footpath (Design Plan No.10225)
        (Midjuburi – Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner       West PAC)

SUMMARY

 

A design plan has been finalised for the proposed kerb extension and new footpath in Challis Avenue, Dulwich Hill, at its intersection with Albermarle Street. The proposal includes the construction of a new concrete kerb and gutter, new concrete footpath with associated kerb ramps and a new kerb blister island with low level plantings. It is anticipated that this proposal will improve pedestrian and motorist safety by defining the existing traffic lanes and traffic movements and will provide a more accessible footpath and safer crossing facility.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

That the design plan for the proposed kerb extension and new concrete footpath in Challis Avenue at the intersection of Albermarle Street, Dulwich Hill (Design Plan No.10225) be approved.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The representative for the Member for Summer Hill commented that while residents are generally supportive of the proposed kerb extension, there are concerns with its impact to parking and suggested that Ausgrid be requested to remove the power poles obstructing the pathway. Council Officers advised that submissions have been made to remove the poles and stated that even with the provision of kerb extension, the poles will still be in the way.

 

The IWBC representative commented that dark coloured power poles, signposts and bollards obstruct pedestrians and cyclists as they are not visible in low light and requested that they be marked in colours more visible in low light. Council Officers noted this request.

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

That the design plan for the proposed kerb extension and new concrete footpath in Challis Avenue at the intersection of Albermarle Street, Dulwich Hill (Design Plan No.10225) be approved.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0223(1) Item 7     Church Street, St Peters – Proposed Marked Parking Bays                   (Midjuburi – Marrickville Ward / Heffron Electorate / Inner West           PAC)

SUMMARY

 

Council is proposing to formalise the existing footpath parking in the cul-de-sac section of Church Street east of Victoria Street, St Peters to allow this parking behaviour to occur whilst retaining adequate travel lane width for emergency service vehicles and adequate footpath width for pedestrians.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

That:

 

1.   ‘Park in Bays Only’ restrictions be approved and installed in Church Street, east of Victoria Street, St Peters; and

 

2.   Parking bay line marking be installed on Church Street, St Peters, east of Victoria Street, as shown on the signposting and linemarking plan, including:

a.   The 5-space section of footpath parking on the north side of Church Street, St Peters, between the school entrance opposite Victoria Street and eastern boundary of property No.95 Church Street;

b.   On street parking on the south side of Church Street in front of property Nos. 138-148, 150,154,156.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The TfNSW representative raised concerns that the proposed footpath parking will reduce the footpath width to 1.2m which does not comply with technical directions for a 1.8m path on both sides of the street and creates unsafe parking behaviour close to the school.

 

Council Officers advised that the proposed footpath parking is in the cul-de-sac section of Church Street that receives low vehicle and pedestrian volumes as it was also located away from the school gate and does not include any of the drop-off/pick-up restrictions. It was noted that St Peters Public School was consulted and did not raise any issues with the proposal.

 

The TfNSW representative requested that because the footpath width is not compliant with technical directions, Council review the parking six months after installation. The Committee members agreed to incorporate this request in the recommendation.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

That:

 

1.   ‘Park in Bays Only’ restrictions be approved and installed in Church Street, east of Victoria Street, St Peters;

 

2.   Parking bay line marking be installed on Church Street, St Peters, east of Victoria Street, as shown on the signposting and linemarking plan, including:

a.   The 5-space section of footpath parking on the north side of Church Street, St Peters, between the school entrance opposite Victoria Street and eastern boundary of property No.95 Church Street;

b.   On street parking on the south side of Church Street in front of property Nos. 138-148, 150,154,156; and

 

3.  The changes be reviewed six months following installation and the outcome be reported to the Traffic Committee.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

LTC0223(1) Item 8     437 – 439 Illawarra Road, Marrickville – ENR1/2020/0157                Condition 3 – Signs and Line Markings Plan - DA 201800560         (Midjuburi - Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner       West PAC)

SUMMARY

 

A detailed signs and line marking plan for 437-439 Illawarra Road, Marrickville has been submitted as part of ENR1/2020/0157 approval special condition 3 “Loading Zone” prior lodgement of the ‘Roadworks – Step 2 Permit to Construct’. It is recommended that the submitted plan be supported in principle subject to Transport for NSW’s (TfNSW) concurrence.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

 

That:

 

1.   The detailed line marking and signage plan for the proposed 437-439 Illawarra Road development located on Illawarra Road at its corner with Warren Road, Marrickville showing new ‘No Stopping’ restrictions and amended loading zone restrictions (as per the attached Plan B) be approved, subject to TfNSW’s concurrence; and

2.   The costs of the supply and installation of the associated signage are to be borne by the applicant in accordance with Council’s Fees and Charges.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

That:

 

1.   The detailed line marking and signage plan for the proposed 437-439 Illawarra Road development located on Illawarra Road at its corner with Warren Road, Marrickville showing new ‘No Stopping’ restrictions and amended loading zone restrictions (as per the attached Plan B) be approved, subject to TfNSW’s concurrence; and

2.   The costs of the supply and installation of the associated signage are to be borne by the applicant in accordance with Council’s Fees and Charges.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0223(1) Item 9     Intersection of Edward Street and Mungo Scott Place/                                   Wellesley         Street, Summer Hill - Proposed Kerb Blister Islands       and      New     Pram Ramps
        (Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electrorate/Ashfield PAC)

SUMMARY

 

Council has finalised design plans to construct new landscaped kerb blister islands and kerb ramps in Edward Street, Summer Hill (at its intersection with Mungo Scott Place & Wellesley Street). The proposal aims to further improve pedestrian and motorist safety by better defining the existing traffic and parking lanes through the provision of constructed landscaped islands which also provides safer refuge/shorter distance width for pedestrians wishing to cross Edward Street.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

That the detailed (amended) design plan for new kerb blisters and pram ramps with associated signs and line marking, with the provision to accommodate any future proposed pedestrian crossing at the intersection of Edward Street and Wellesley Street/Mungo Scott Place, Summer Hill be approved as per the amended plan 10228 in Attachment 2.

 

DISCUSSION

 

Council Officers tabled a late submission from a resident requesting the existing ‘No Parking’ on Flour Mill Way be changed to a loading or pick-up/drop-off zone. It was noted that the existing ‘No Parking’ zone is located on a private road.

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

That the detailed (amended) design plan for new kerb blisters and pram ramps with associated signs and line marking, with the provision to accommodate any future proposed pedestrian crossing at the intersection of Edward Street and Wellesley Street/Mungo Scott Place, Summer Hill be approved as per the amended plan 10228 in Attachment 2.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

LTC0223(1) Item 10   Traffic Management Investigation Policy

SUMMARY

 

This is a report recommending endorsement of the Traffic Management Investigation Policy. 

 

Council has prepared a Traffic Management Investigation Policy to be used when assessing the suitability of locations on local and regional roads for traffic management devices. This policy as detailed in Attachment 1 provides guidance regarding when to initiate investigation and assistance in assessing the need for traffic calming measures to control speeding.    

 

Council has recently undertaken public exhibition of the draft Traffic Management Investigation Policy. The response results indicate that the community generally support the policy.  After considering the comments, a review of the draft policy was undertaken with some adjustments to finalise the Traffic Management Investigation Policy.

  

The Policy aligns with the Strategic Plan Objective 2: Unique, liveable, networked neighbourhoods.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

That the Traffic Management Investigation Policy be supported and adopted.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

That the Traffic Management Investigation Policy be supported and adopted.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

LTC0223(1) Item 11   Harriet Street, Marrickville - Resident Parking Scheme Proposal           (Midjuburi - Marrickville Ward/ Summer Hill Electorate/ Inner           West PAC)

SUMMARY

 

In response to a community petition received by Council from several residents of Harriet Street, Marrickville, Council has investigated the proposal for a Residential Parking Scheme. This report provides the result of the residential parking scheme investigation in Harriet Street, Marrickville.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

That a proposed ‘2P 8am -4pm Mon -Fri Permit Holders Excepted Area M2’ Residential Parking Scheme in Harriet Street, Marrickville, be approved for the north side of Harriet Street between Charlotte Ave and no’s 22-26 Harriet Street to provide increased opportunities for residents to park within Harriet Street.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

That a proposed ‘2P 8am -4pm Mon -Fri Permit Holders Excepted Area M2’ Residential Parking Scheme in Harriet Street, Marrickville, be approved for the north side of Harriet Street between Charlotte Ave and no’s 22-26 Harriet Street to provide increased opportunities for residents to park within Harriet Street.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

LTC0223(1) Item 12   Nelson Street, Rozelle - Proposed 'Motor Bike Only' Parking            Restrictions (Baludarri - Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/         Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

 

Council has received concerns regarding obstructed resident access in George Street for No.58 and No.60 Nelson Street, Rozelle. In order to prevent vehicles impeding resident access whilst making use of this redundant space it is proposed to install 3.7m of ‘Motor Bike Only’ parking.  

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

That a 3.7m length of ‘Motor Bike Only’ parking be installed on the southern side of Nelson Street between the driveways of No.58 and No.60 Nelson Street, Rozelle.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

That a 3.7m length of ‘Motor Bike Only’ parking be installed on the southern side of Nelson Street between the driveways of No.58 and No.60 Nelson Street, Rozelle.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0223(1) Item 13   Kingston Road, Camperdown – proposal to formalize ‘Mail              Zone’ outside 21-25 Kingston Road (Damum - Stanmore              Ward / Newtown Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

 

Australia Post have requested that Council formalise an existing Mail Zone adjacent to their Street Post Box (SPB) on Kingston Road, Camperdown outside property No. 21-25 Kingston Road to allow Australia Post staff to safely park to clear mail from their SPB. They have specified operational hours for clearing the SPB as 12pm to 3pm Monday to Friday. The proposal to formalise the ‘Mail Zone 12pm - 3pm Mon – Fri’ restrictions and ‘P30 8.30am-12pm 3pm-6pm Mon – Fri 8.30am-12.30pm Sat’ restrictions will provide a space for Australia Post vehicles to safely continue to service their post box and also open the space for additional short term parking for the public.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

That a 6.0 metre length ‘Mail Zone 12pm - 3pm Mon – Fri’ restrictions and ‘P30 8.30am-12pm 3pm-6pm Mon-Fri 8.30am-12.30pm Sat’ restrictions be installed outside No.21-25 Kingston Road, Camperdown.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The TfNSW representative commented that the existing ‘No Stopping’ distance on the departure side of the adjacent pedestrian crossing is not compliant, noting that it is not part of the proposal.

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

That a 6.0 metre length ‘Mail Zone 12pm - 3pm Mon – Fri’ restrictions and ‘P30 8.30am-12pm 3pm-6pm Mon-Fri 8.30am-12.30pm Sat’ restrictions be installed outside No.21-25 Kingston Road, Camperdown.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

 

LTC0223(1) Item 14   Pedestrian Crossings Review - All Wards

SUMMARY

 

This report summarises the audit undertaken on existing pedestrian crossings on public roads examining signage and gutter guards that can provide a level access for all pedestrians from the footpath to the platform of the raised pedestrian crossing.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

That the report be received and noted.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The representative for the Member for Summer Hill requested that the sign on the corner of Bland Street and Denman Avenue indicating there is a pedestrian crossing 25m down Bland Street be made larger. Council Officers will investigate the matter.

 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

That the report be received and noted.

 

For motion: Unanimous

 

General Business

 

LTC0223(1) Item 15  Update on improvements to the Frederick Street, Ashfield     crossing

 

The TfNSW representative advised that they are working through the early design for the Frederick Street and John Street signalised intersection. The speed zone change on Frederick Street is tentatively set for mid-March. Formal notifications will go out when the date is confirmed.

 

 

LTC0223(1) Item 16  Pedestrian safety at the intersection of Edgeware Road, Alice     Street and Llewellyn Street, Newtown

 

The representative for the Member for Newtown asked for an update on pedestrian safety improvements at the Edgeware Road/Alice Street/Llewellyn Street signalised intersection. The TfNSW representative advised that the traffic signal design for the red arrow pedestrian protection proposed for the intersection is in the design review process.

 

 

LTC0223(1) Item 17  Request for ‘No Stopping’ zone in rear lane of Edgeware Road, Newtown

 

Residents of Edgeware Road, Newtown have raised concerns with vehicles parked in Edgeware Lane obstructing access to their properties, and the lack of enforcement from Council Rangers in the area. The representative for the Member for Newtown asked if there was any recourse for this issue. Council Officers advised that ‘No Parking zones for the laneway can be investigated. It was noted that enforcement in laneways can be triggered on request; however, the comments about enforcement will be passed onto Council’s Rangers.

 

 

LTC0223(1) Item 18  Impacts to residential permit parking around Enmore Road       Special Entertainment Precinct

 

Residents around the Enmore Road Special Entertainment Precinct have raised concerns with the unintended impacts its extension has had on resident permit parking, particularly on Edgeware Road. The representative for the Member for Newtown stated that residents are concerned that when they leave between 6pm-10pm, they cannot find parking when they return and requested special parking provisions for residents in affected streets. Council Officers will investigate the matter.

 

 

LTC0223(1) Item 19 Pedestrian crossing button on Station Street at Enmore Road,   Newtown

 

The representative for the Member for Newtown requested TfNSW review the location of the pedestrian crossing button for the southern side of Station Street (at Enmore Road) crossing in the direction of the Enmore Theatre. Residents have commented that the button is difficult to find as it shares the same pole as the button for the perpendicular crossing on Enmore Road. TfNSW will investigate this issue.

 

 

LTC0223(1)  Item 20  Missing ‘No Stopping’ sign on Charles Lane, Lilyfield

 

The representative for the Member for Balmain stated that a statutory ‘No Stopping’ sign is missing from Lilyfield Road at the north-western side of Charles Lane and requested that the sign be replaced. Council Officers will investigate this matter.

 

 

 

LTC0223(1)  Item 21 Request for more ‘Kiss and Ride’ spaces outside Balmain   Public School

 

 The representative for the Member for Balmain received a request from a resident asking for more ‘Kiss and Ride’ spaces outside Balmain Public School. The resident had suggested ‘Kiss and Ride’ spaces be on Darling Street and Curtis Road. It was noted that the suggested streets are in a residential area and further away from the school. Council Officers will review the existing ‘Kiss and Ride’ zone outside the school.

 

 

 

LTC0223(1)  Item 22  Converting one-way streets to two-way for cyclists

 

The representative for the Member for Balmain commented that City of Sydney has proposed 158 one-way streets becoming two-way for cyclists only. The representative suggested that a lot of one-way streets in the Inner West LGA can also be made two-way for cyclists and he can provide a list of suggested streets in the former Leichhardt LGA that can be made two-way for cyclists using only signage. Council Officers advised that this can be reviewed on a street-by-street basis and that during LATM studies, one-way streets are made two-way for cyclists where appropriate.

 

 

LTC0223(1)  Item 23   Parking on Kensington Road at Liverpool Road, Summer Hill

 

The IWBC representative requested that statutory ‘No Stopping’ be signposted on Kensington Road at Liverpool Road, Summer Hill to prevent vehicles parking too close to the corner. Council Officers are currently investigating a part-time ban on right turns from Kensington Road into Liverpool Road during peak hours. The IWBC representative suggested also removing the ‘No Right Turn’ from Liverpool Road into Kensington Road.

 

 

LTC0223(1)  Item 24  Change of TfNSW representative on Traffic Committee

 

The Committee thanked Solon Ghosh for his advice to Council and the Committee during his time as TfNSW representative and wished him well in his new role. The Committee welcomed the new TfNSW representative, John Begley.

 

 

Meeting closed at 12.11pm.

 

 


 

Attachment 1

 


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

20 March 2023

 

Minutes of Extraordinary Local Traffic Committee Meeting

held electronically on 28 February 2023

 

 

COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES PRESENT

 

 

 

Manod Wickramasinghe

IWC’s Traffic and Transport Planning Manager (Chair)

PC Ben Walters

NSW Police – Inner West Police Area Command

John Begley

Transport for NSW (TfNSW)

Graeme McKay

Representative for Jo Haylen MP, Member for Summer Hill

 

 

NON VOTING MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE

 

 

George Tsaprounis

IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Engineering Services (South)

 

 

VISITORS

 

 

 

Nil.

 

 

 

APOLOGIES:    

 

 

 

Nil.

 

 

 

DISCLOSURES OF INTERESTS:

 

Nil.

 

LTC0223 Item 1  Wardell Road, Dulwich Hill - Proposed Temporary Pedestrian (Zebra) Crossing (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward and Djarrawunang-Ashfield/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

 

Council has received an application from its contractor CA&I Pty Ltd for the temporary full closure of Dudley Street at Wardell Road, Dulwich Hill for a 5 week period from 1 March 2023 to 7 April 2023 in order for them to undertake signalisation works to the intersection of Wardell Road and Dudley Street. The works will necessitate the relocation of a pedestrian crossing on Wardell Road, south side of the railway bridge (Dulwich Hill Railway Station) to the north side. It is recommended that Council endorse a proposal for a temporary pedestrian crossing with conditions.

 

Officer’s Recommendation

 

That Council endorse the installation of a temporary pedestrian (zebra) crossing on Wardell Road, immediately south of Bedford Crescent (north side of railway bridge) with the following conditions;

 

1.     The new temporary pedestrian crossing to be signposted and delineated as per Australian Standards;

 

2.     Statutory No Stopping restrictions to be provided;

 

3.     Street lighting at the temporary crossing be reviewed and upgraded to if required to provided satisfactory lighting for the use of the crossing in the evenings and night by pedestrians;

 

4.     Access to the temporary crossing to be provided for all class of users through the provision of pram ramps;

 

5.     Changed Traffic Conditions Ahead signage to be provided on both approaches;

 

6.     Pedestrians exiting from Dulwich Hill Station to be directed to use the new temporary crossing;

 

7.     Pedestrian crossing on the southern side of bridge to be removed entirely;

 

8.   Kerb blister island on the east side of the road be cut back in line with the pedestrian crossing bar and dish grate on the western side of the road be covered adequately so that it does not create a trip hazard whilst allowing for water to drain;

 

9.   At completion of intersection improvement works, the temporary pedestrian crossing and all accompanying signage and line marking be removed; and

 

10. All above conditions to be completed to the satisfaction of Council.

 

DISCUSSION

 

The TfNSW representative and NSW Police indicated support for the proposed temporary crossing.

 

The Officer’s recommendation received majority support.

 

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

 

That Council endorse the installation of a temporary pedestrian (zebra) crossing on Wardell Road, immediately south of Bedford Crescent (north side of railway bridge) with the following conditions;

 

1.     The new temporary pedestrian crossing to be signposted and delineated as per Australian Standards;

 

2.     Statutory No Stopping restrictions to be provided;

 

 

3.     Street lighting at the temporary crossing be reviewed and upgraded to if required to provided satisfactory lighting for the use of the crossing in the evenings and night by pedestrians;

 

4.     Access to the temporary crossing to be provided for all class of users through the provision of pram ramps;

 

5.     Changed Traffic Conditions Ahead signage to be provided on both approaches;

 

6.     Pedestrians exiting from Dulwich Hill Station to be directed to use the new temporary crossing;

 

7.     Pedestrian crossing on the southern side of bridge to be removed entirely;

 

8.   Kerb blister island on the east side of the road be cut back in line with the pedestrian crossing bar and dish grate on the western side of the road be covered adequately so that it does not create a trip hazard whilst allowing for water to drain;

 

9.   At completion of intersection improvement works, the temporary pedestrian crossing and all accompanying signage and line marking be removed; and

 

10. All above conditions to be completed to the satisfaction of Council.

 

For motion: TfNSW and NSW Police

 

 

 

 


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Item No:         LTC0323(1) Item 1

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

Prepared By:          Jason Scoufis - Traffic and Parking Planner 

Authorised By:       Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

 

 

SUMMARY

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

 

The recommendations aim to align with Council policies and strategies, with an emphasis on

improving pedestrian and cyclist movements, whilst retaining safe and acceptable traffic

volume and speeds in local streets.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

That:

 

1.      The final draft Balmain Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Study be endorsed for community consultation; and

 

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

 

 

 

BACKGROUND

As part of Council’s Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Strategy Review Program Council engaged TEF Consulting to prepare the Balmain LATM study.

The Balmain LATM (area L9) precinct is bounded by Darling Street, Mullens Street, Montague Street, Robert Street and Victoria Road. The final draft report is provided in Attachment 1.

The objective of the study is to reduce traffic volumes and speeds in local streets to increase liveability and improve safety and access for pedestrians and cyclists. It also includes a review of the original LATM Study which was completed in the year 2000.

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

·    Reduction in vehicle speeds.

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

·    Minimise crash risk.

·    Improve local amenity by:

Reducing car use

Increasing use of public transport

Increasing walking and cycling

Improving the streetscape

 

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

A summary of the recommendations is detailed below.

·    Install kerb extensions at Evans Street/Roseberry Street intersection

·    Install kerb extensions at Evans Street/Carrington Street intersection

·    Install kerb extensions at Evans Street/Henry Street intersection

·    Install kerb extensions at Evans Street/Goodsir Street intersection

·    Install kerb extensions at Evans/Hanover Street, Hanover Stret/Collins Street and introduce one way northbound/westbound restriction.

·    Install raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Evans Street between Napoleon Street and Mansfield Street

·    Install kerb extensions at Evans Street/Brent Street intersection

·    Install a 10 km/h Shared Zone in Clare Lane

·    Install a 10 km/h Shared Zone in northern section of Prosper Lane

·    Install a speed hump in Beattie Street between Elliott Street and Mullens Street

·    Install raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Beattie Street west of Mullens Street

·    Install a raised threshold in Mullens Street south of Roseberry Street

·    Install two raised thresholds in Mullens Street between Goodsir Street and Reynolds Street

·    Upgrade existing raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Mullens Street north of Mansfield Street

·    Install a raised threshold in Mullens Street south of Parsons Street

·    Install a speed hump in Evans Street between Brent Street and Victoria Road

·    Install a mobility parking space in Llewellyn Street west of Montague Street

·    Linemark parking bays in Darling Street between Wisbeach Street and Beattie Street

·    Remark and install rumble strips at Mansfield Street/Crescent Street intersection

·    Install a raised threshold on Darling Street between Norman Street and Thornton Street

·    Install a raised threshold on Darling Street between Young Street and Hampton Street

·    Upgrade existing raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Mullens Street north of Reynolds Street

·    Install one lane slow point in Parsons Street east of Moore Lane

·    Install a 10 km/h Shared Zone in Ellen Street

·    Install raised pedestrian(zebra) crossing in Beattie Street east of Darling Street

·    Install a speed hump in Beattie Street between Ewell Street and Wisbeach Lane

·    Potential installation of traffic signals at Robert Street/Mullens Street intersection

·    Install kerb extensions at Montague Street/Llewellyn Street intersection

·    Modify on street parking along frontage of Hannaford Centre in Nelson Street to improve access for visitors

·    Install ‘Cyclists Excepted’ signposting in the one-way streets of Prosper Lane, Ewell Street and Bruce Street

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The cost of proposed treatments as listed in the draft proposed treatments arising from the Balmain LATM Study is estimated to cost approximately $1,037,300 (including GST). This cost takes into consideration 10% contingency. Once the LATM Study is adopted, detailed design and construction will be scheduled.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

Council undertook a survey through Council’s Yoursay website with invitation letters mailed out to stakeholders and residents within the study area. A total of 245 responses were received. The results of the consultation are detailed in the attached report.

The final public exhibition will commence following adoption of draft Balmain Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Study.

 

ATTACHMENTS

1.

Balmain LATM Final Draft Report

 

 


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Item No:         LTC0323(1) Item 2

Subject:          Alfred Street, Annandale - Angled Parking Conversion (Gulgadya - Annandale/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)           

Prepared By:          Charbel El Kazzi - Graduate Civil Engineer 

Authorised By:       Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

 

 

SUMMARY

Concerns have been raised regarding the lack of visibility for drivers exiting the 45° front to kerb angled parking on the western side of Alfred Street between Booth Street and Styles Street, Annandale. It has been reported that drivers reverse into oncoming traffic and parked vehicles especially at night. It is proposed to convert the existing 45° front to kerb angled parking into a 45° rear to kerb angled parking, including changing the direction of parking to support rear to kerb parking.

In addition, parking on the south side of Whites Creek Lane adjacent to property No.40 & 42 has been found to restrict vehicle movements, including trucks. It is prosed to implement full time ‘No Parking’ and ‘No Stopping’ on both sides of the lane to address this issue.

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

That:

 

1.   The existing ‘45° Angle Parking Front to Kerb parking’ signage in Alfred Street between Booth Street and Styles Street be replaced with ‘45° Angle Parking Rear to Kerb parking’ as per attached plan;

 

2.   Parking control linemarking be installed as shown in the attached plan to support rear to kerb parking; and

 

3.   A ‘No Parking’ zone be installed on both sides of Whites Creek Lane along the side boundary of No.40 and 42 Alfred Street, with 10m ‘No Stopping’ zones from Alfred Street and Whites Creek Lane as per attached plan.

 

 

 

BACKGROUND

Currently, the western side of Alfred Street, Annandale is signposted with 45-degree front to kerb angled parking. However, several residents have raised concerns on the lack of visibility when exiting the angle parking area. It is proposed to convert the existing 45° front to kerb angled parking into a 45° rear to kerb angled parking, including changing the direction of parking to support rear to kerb parking.

In addition, vehicles parked in Whites Creek Lane along properties No.40 and 42 Alfred Street have been reported to restrict vehicles accessing driveways along Whites Creek Lane. A parking restriction on both sides of this section of Whites Creek Lane will improve access to both residential and industrial properties.

Currently only the north side of Whites Creek Lane along the No.42 Alfred Street is signposted as ‘No Stopping’.

These two proposals are shown on Attachment 1.

 

 

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Nil.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

A consultation letter was issued to 81 properties in Alfred and Young Street and a total of five (5) responses were received at the time of this report. The results of the consultation for the proposed changes are outlined below. 

 

 

Support

Opposed

Alfred Street, Annandale

Proposed rear to kerb angle parking

4 (80%)

1 (20%)

 

Some of the comments raised by the residents who opposed the proposal are:

·    Exhaust fumes will be going into houses from parked vehicles

·    Street will become narrower reducing manoeuvrability of vehicles

 

It should be noted that no parking spaces will be lost as a result of this change.

 

 

ATTACHMENTS

1.

Alfred Street, Annandale Plan

 

 


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20 March 2023

 

Item No:         LTC0323(1) Item 3

Subject:          Stevens Lane, Marrickville - Proposed installation of 'No Parking' restrictions along both sides of the laneway (Midjuburi – Marrickville Ward / Newtown Electorate / Inner West PAC)           

Prepared By:          Jennifer Adams - Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services 

Authorised By:       Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

 

 

SUMMARY

Concerns have been raised with Inner West Council regarding the inconsistency of ‘No Parking’ restrictions along Stevens Lane, Marrickville especially after recent development in the area. This situation has been reviewed and a proposal has been developed which will provide a consistency of restrictions along the laneway. The proposal is to install full time ‘No Parking’ restrictions along both sides of the laneway.

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

That statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ restrictions and full-time ‘No Parking’ restrictions be installed along both sides of Stevens Lane, Marrickville between Philpott Street and Fotheringham Lane in order to provide consistency of ‘No Parking’ restrictions along the laneway.

 

 

BACKGROUND

In December 1990 a 40-metre length of ‘No Standing’ restrictions were installed along the northern side of Stevens Lane opposite the premises of 53-55 Philpott Street, Marrickville to permit the unimpeded access to trucks to their dockway.

 

In October 1996 ‘No Parking 8.00am – 5.00pm Monday – Friday’ restrictions were installed along the southern side of Stevens Lane for a length of 42 metres east of Philpott Street to provide unimpeded access to the active dockways of 53-55 Philpott Street, Marrickville.

It is noted that the premises at 53-55 Philpott Street, Marrickville are now vacant.

 

Condition 100 of the Section 96 Development Application DA201300025.01 for 23-29 Addison Road, Marrickville required the widening of Stevens Lane and Fotheringham Lane. A report went to the Local Traffic Committee on 5 October 2017 detailing the proposed raised entry threshold treatment adjacent the proposed development site. The report involved a detailed lines and signs plan which included new proposed statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions in Fotheringham Lane and Stevens Lane as well as ‘No Parking’ restrictions surrounding the development site in these lanes.

 

Due to current inconsistencies of parking restrictions along Stevens Lane, Marrickville a proposal was developed to install full time ‘No Parking’ restrictions along both sides of the laneway.   

 

Local residents have been notified of the proposal to install “No Parking” restrictions along both sides of Stevens Lane. Please refer to the diagram below.

 

‘No Parking’ restrictions prohibit motorists from parking within the specified zone, however, motorists may legally stop for the purposes of loading/unloading passengers and/or goods.

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

Stevens Lane is approximately 4.9 metres in width at its western end and 6.0 metres wide at its eastern end. With the recent development at 23-29 Addison Road the lane was widened at its eastern part of the development. Stevens Lane provides access to a number of properties / developments along both sides of the laneway.

 

The laneway has no formal footpaths and pedestrians and motorists share the laneway. Any parked cars in the laneway create pinch points for pedestrians and motorists.

 

Further, it should be noted that laneways were generally built to provide service access for commercial properties and access into off-street parking facilities. Prohibiting parking in the laneway will help achieve this goal.

 

In order to provide consistency of ‘No Parking’ restrictions along both sides of Stevens Lane, Marrickville it is recommended that full-time ‘No Parking’ restrictions along both sides of Stevens Lane, Marrickville between Philpott Street and Fotheringham Lane be supported with the addition of statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ restrictions.

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The costs of installation of the ‘No Parking’ restrictions as recommended can be funded within Council’s signs and line marking budget.

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

A notification letter was hand delivered on 6 February 2023 to owners and occupiers of all residences / businesses having frontage to the laneway regarding the proposal to install a full-time ‘No Parking’ restriction along both sides of the laneway. The closing date for submissions ended on 22 February 2023. 85 letters were distributed.

Five (5) responses were received, four (4) in support of the proposed restrictions and one (1) in objection.

 

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.

 


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

20 March 2023

 

Item No:         LTC0323(1) Item 4

Subject:          Edgeware Road, Enmore (at the Intersection of Alice Street and Llewellyn Street) - Proposed Traffic Signal Upgrade (Plan No. 10227) – Project 303097 (MIDJUBURI - MARRICKVILLE WARD / NEWTOWN ELECTORATE / INNER WEST PAC)           

Prepared By:          Jennifer Adams - Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services 

Authorised By:       Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

 

 

SUMMARY

Inner West Council is proposing to upgrade the existing traffic control signals at the intersection of Edgeware Road, Alice Street and Llewellyn Street, Enmore. This project does not affect signs or line marking on Council’s road network and work will only be carried out on signal posts / lanterns, therefore this report is provided for information purposes.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

That the detailed Concept TCS Plan (303097 – TCS Concept Design Plan) and Civil Works Plan (303097 – 10227 Concept Civil Design) be noted.

 

 

BACKGROUND

Inner West Council has completed a concept design plan for the proposed traffic signal upgrade at the intersection of Edgeware Road, Alice Street and Llewellyn Street, Enmore as part of Traffic Facilities Capital Programs for financial year 2022/23.  This project includes installation of new left-turn and right-turn arrow signal lanterns at the intersection on all applicable approaches for additional pedestrian protections.

 

Council is aiming to deliver the construction work for this project by June 2023 with funding of $234,300 through the Blackspot Grant.  It should be noted that community consultation is not proposed for this project as there are no changes to the existing parking arrangements. 

 

Relevant stakeholder approvals have been obtained regarding the proposal as part of the concept and detail design development stages of the project.

 

The proposed upgrade works are to improve safety of pedestrians at this location.

 

Council is currently awaiting TfNSW approval of the TCS Plan. TfNSW will be provided a copy of the detailed design plan so that they can consider it as part of the TCS plan approval.

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The project is fully funded via Blackspot grant to improve safety outcome for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists.

OFFICER COMMENTS         

The proposal includes the following main components:

 

Traffic Facilities Works:

 

·    Install new arrow signal lanterns on existing signal posts where shown in civil and TCS

(TCS 0860_Edgeware Rd_Alice St_R1) plans provided by TCS Consultant (B-Line Drafting)

·    Re-install 8 traffic signal sensor loops on all approaches to the intersection where

shown in civil and TCS plans

 

Road Works:

 

·    Construct new concrete gutter at locations as shown in civil plan

·    Resurface existing asphalt roadway over existing concrete slabs as shown in civil plan

·    Heavy patch existing asphalt roadway as shown in civil plan

·    Remove existing line markings fully and provide new line markings where shown in civil and TCS plans

 

It is considered that the above construction activities would take approximately two (2) weeks to complete, weather permitting and depending on subcontractor availability.

There will no change to parking.

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

It is noted that no public consultation for the design stage has been undertaken as the proposed works are asset renewal in nature only.  Residents, however, will be notified as part of the usual pre-construction notification process prior to any works commencing.

 

 

ATTACHMENTS

1.

303097-TCS Concept Design

2.

303097-10227-Concept Civil Design

 

 


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Item No:         LTC0323(1) Item 5

Subject:          Dudley Street, Dulwich Hill; Burrows Avenue, Railway Road, Gleeson Avenue and (Lower) Railway Parade, Sydenham - Temporary Parking Changes During Major Rail Shutdown Of T3 Line For Sydney Metro Upgrade Works - Bus Replacements For 4 Days Between Thursday 20 April To Sunday 23 April 2023 (MIDJUBURI - Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC)           

Prepared By:          Jennifer Adams - Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services 

Authorised By:       Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

 

 

SUMMARY

 

Council has been notified by Transport for NSW (TfNSW) that Sydney Metro works will require a major rail shutdown of the Sydenham to Bankstown rail line (T3) for a 4 day period between Thursday, 20 April to Sunday, 23 April 2023 (inclusive). During the shutdown buses will replace train services along the T3 line and to accommodate the increased bus movements and necessary holding areas some short-term parking changes are required at a number of locations.

Specifically, TfNSW is requesting approval for the temporary conversion of multiple parking spaces at the following locations: Dudley Street, Dulwich Hill; Burrows Avenue, Railway Road, Gleeson Avenue and (Lower) Railway Parade, Sydenham. It is recommended that no objections be raised, and Council approves the temporary short-term parking changes at the identified locations during the rail shutdowns. 

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

That this report be received and noted and the following temporary short-term parking changes from Thursday 20 April to Sunday 23 April 2023 (inclusive) be approved and implemented by TfNSW:

 

Dulwich Hill Station Precinct - Dudley Street (4 parking spaces)

1.    The short-term conversion of 7m (1 parking space) ‘Loading Zone 8:30 am – 6 pm Mon – Fri & 8:30 am – 12:30 pm Sat​’ on the northern side of Dudley Street (between Wardell Road and School Parade) to a ‘Bus Zone’ be approved in order to provide an additional bus bay with adequate draw-in length; 

2.    The short-term conversion of 18m (3 parking spaces) ‘P30 min 8:30 am – 6 pm Mon – Fri & 8:30 am – 12:30 pm Sat​’ on the northern side of Dudley Street (between Wardell Road and School Parade) to a ‘Bus Zone’ be approved in order to provide an additional bus bay with adequate draw-in length; 

 

Sydenham Station Precinct - Burrows Avenue (23 parking spaces)

 

3.    The short-term conversion of 50m (14 parking spaces) rear to kerb ‘unrestricted parking’ on the northern kerb of Burrows Avenue (west of Gleeson Avenue) to a ‘Bus Zone’ be approved in order to provide additional bus bays for adequate bus draw-in/draw-out length; 

 

4.    The short-term conversion of 58m (9 parking spaces) ‘unrestricted parking’ on the southern kerb of Burrows Avenue (west of Gleeson Avenue) to a ‘Bus Zone’ be APPROVED in order to provide additional bus bays for bus layover purposes; 

 


Sydenham Station Precinct – Railway Road (3 parking spaces)

 

5.    The short-term conversion of 18m (3 parking spaces) ‘2P 8:30 am – 10 pm Mon - Fri’ on the eastern side kerb of Railway Road (between Burrows Avenue and Gleeson Avenue) to a ‘Bus Zone’ be approved in order to provide additional bus bays for bus layover purposes;

Sydenham Station Precinct - Gleeson Avenue (2 parking spaces)

 

6.    The short-term conversion of 12m (2 parking spaces) ‘1P 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Mon - Fri​ and No Parking 6 am-9 am & 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm’ on the eastern kerb of Gleeson Avenue (between Burrows Avenue and Unwins Bridge Road) to a ‘Bus Zone’ be approved in order to provide a bus stop extension with adequate draw-in/draw-out length;

Sydenham Station Precinct - Item xxLower Railway Parade (57 parking spaces)

 

7.    The short-term conversion of 122m (46 parking spaces) 45 degree angled ‘unrestricted parking’ on the southern side kerb of Lower Railway Parade (between Sydenham Road and Marrickville Road) to a ‘Bus Zone’ be approved in order to provide additional layover and standby bus bays; 

 

8.    The short-term conversion of 32m (11 parking spaces) 45 degree angled parking ‘4P 8:30 am – 6 pm Mon - Fri​’ on the southwest kerb of Lower Railway Parade (between Gleeson Avenue and Marrickville Road) to a ‘Bus Zone’ be approved in order to provide additional layover bus bays with adequate draw-in length; and

 

9.    The applicant and Council Rangers be advised in terms of this report.

 

 

BACKGROUND

Sydney Metro City & Southwest - Sydenham to Bankstown project will upgrade all 10 stations between Marrickville and Bankstown to meet metro standards before converting the T3 Bankstown Line to Metro operations.

During this possession, rail services on the T3 Bankstown Line will not operate and Temporary Transport Plan (TTP) buses will operate instead necessitating some short-term changes in parking at a number of locations. To support this closure TTP buses and additional T8 Airport & South Line trains will operate from Thursday 20 April to Sunday 23 April 2023 (inclusive).

All changes to street signage will be made by TfNSW contractor(s) from 10pm the night before the closures and will be reinstated at the completion of the planned shutdowns. 

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

  There are no financial implications for Council associated with this matter. The cost of the work will be borne by Transport for NSW.

 

OFFICER COMMENTS

Each of the locations will be detailed separately.

 

 

 

 

Dulwich Hill Station Precinct (4 parking spaces)

 

 

1.   Section A of Dulwich Hill Station, Dudley Street, northern side (Stop ID: 20433) - Bus stop extension (1 parking space) 

 

·    Dudley Street (northern kerb between Wardell Road and School Parade)

·    Currently signed ‘Loading Zone 8:30am – 6pm Mon – Fri & 8:30am – 12:30pm Sat’​

·    Proposed Bus Zone extension is required for all days of the TTP bus operation 

·    Proposed temporary change will impact approximately one parking space (7m)

·    This change is proposed to create the extra space required for the additional TTP buses using the stop.

 

2.   Section B of Dulwich Hill Station, Dudley Street, northern side (Stop ID: 220433) - Bus stop extension (3 parking spaces)

 

·    Dudley Street (northern kerb between Wardell Road and School Parade)

·    Currently signed ‘P30 min 8:30am – 6pm Mon – Fri & 8:30am – 12:30pm Sat’​ ​

·    Proposed Bus Zone extension is required for all days of the TTP bus operation

·    Proposed temporary change will impact approximately 3 parking spaces (18m)

·    This change is proposed to create the extra space required for the additional TTP buses using the stop.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sydenham Station Precinct (85 parking spaces)

 

 

3.   Burrows Avenue, Sydenham (Stop ID: 204421) Rear to kerb parking – Bus Zone Extension (14 parking spaces)

·    Burrows Avenue (northern kerb west of Gleeson Avenue)

·    Currently ‘Unrestricted parking’

·    Proposed Bus Zone is required for all days of the TTP bus operation 

·    This proposed change is to create the space required for buses to layover and to provide adequate space for draw-in/draw-out purposes.

·    Proposed temporary change will impact approximately 14 rear to kerb parking spaces (50 m).​

 

4.   Burrows Avenue, Sydenham – (Southern kerb) – Bus Zone (9 parking spaces)

·    Burrows Avenue (southern kerb west of Gleeson Avenue)

·    Currently ‘Unrestricted parking’

·    Proposed Bus Zone is required for all days of the TTP bus operation 

·    This proposed change is to create the space required for buses to layover safely.

·    Proposed temporary change will impact approximately 9 parking spaces (58 m).​

 

5.   Railway Road, Sydenham NSW 2204 – (Northeastern kerb) – Bus Zone (3 parking spaces)

·    Railway Road (northeastern kerb between Gleeson Avenue and Burrows Avenue)

·    Currently ‘2P 8am – 10pm Mon-Fri’

·    Proposed Bus Zone is required for all days of the TTP bus operation 

·    This proposed change is to create the space required for buses to layover safely and to provide adequate turning circle space.

·    Proposed temporary change will impact approximately 3 parking spaces (18 m).​

 

6.   Gleeson Avenue, Sydenham (Eastern kerb) Bus Zone extension (2 parking spaces)

·    Gleeson Avenue (eastern kerb between Burrows Avenue and Railway Road)

·    Currently ‘1P 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Mon – Fri’

·    Proposed Bus Zone extension is required for all days of the TTP bus operation 

·    Proposed temporary change is to create additional space required for buses to adequately draw in/out from the bus stop.​

·    Proposed temporary change will impact approximately 2 parking spaces (12m).

7.   Section A of Lower Railway Parade, Sydenham 90-degree angled parking, Sydenham – Layover Bus Zone and Standby area (46 parking spaces)

·    Lower Railway Parade Parallel Parking (southern side between Sydenham Road and Marrickville Road)

·    Currently’ Unrestricted parking’

·    Proposed Bus Zone is required for all days of the TTP bus operation 

·    Proposed temporary change will impact approximately 46 angled parking spaces (122 m).​

·    This proposed change is to create the space required for buses to layover.  This location is proposed as it is (i) reasonably close to the active bus stop; (ii) located along the route path used between the last and first stops; and (iii) as far as removed from residential dwellings.

 

8.   Section B of Lower Railway Parade, Sydenham 90-degree angled parking, Sydenham - Layover Bus Zone (11 parking spaces)

·    Lower Railway Parade Parallel Parking (southern side between Gleeson Avenue and Marrickville Road)

·    Currently ‘4P 8:30 am – 6 pm Mon – Fri’​ restrictions

·    Proposed Bus Zone is required for all days of the TTP bus operation 

·    Proposed temporary change will impact approximately eleven angled parking spaces (32 m).​

·    This proposed change is to create the space required for buses to layover.  This location is proposed as it is (i) reasonably close to the active bus stop; and (ii) located along the route path used between the last and first stops.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

Transport for NSW propose the temporary parking changes and will carry out consultation with local businesses and residents during March 2023.

 

A Consultation Outcomes Report will be prepared collating feedback and TfNSW’s comment on that feedback received as part of TfNSW consultation process.  The report will be submitted to April 2023 Local Traffic Committee Meeting.

 

 

ATTACHMENTS

1.

Dulwich Hill Station Notification April

2.

Sydenham Station Notification April

 

 


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

20 March 2023

 




Local Traffic Committee Meeting

20 March 2023

 



 


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

20 March 2023

 

Item No:         LTC0323(1) Item 6

Subject:          Leichhardt West Precinct – Stage 1 (Allen Street) Resident Parking Scheme (Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)           

Prepared By:          Felicia Lau - Engineer - Traffic and Parking Services 

Authorised By:       Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

 

 

SUMMARY

Council at its meeting on 12 April 2022 adopted the Leichhardt West Precinct Parking Study. The outcome of the study recommended a Resident Parking Scheme (RPS) expansion to residential streets within the Epicure Residential Complex Precinct. This report provides details of the proposed parking changes.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

That:

 

1.   ‘2P 8am-6pm (Mon-Fri) Permit Holders Excepted Area L1’ be installed on sections of Elswick Street, Edith Street, Flood Street, Burfitt Street, Athol Street, Whiting Street, Lyall Street, Kalgoorlie Street and Allen Street, as shown in the attached plan;

 

2.   Any existing restricted parking zones such as ‘Bus Zone, Mobility Parking Zone, ‘No Parking’ zone and others, be retained;

 

3.   Council’s Compliance Manager be informed of the parking changes in Leichhardt; and

 

4.   Council undertake investigation into a RPS expansion to Stage 2 (Marketplace) 6-12 months after the operation of the Stage 1 (Allen Street) RPS.

 

 

 

BACKGROUND

Council at its meeting on 12 April 2022 adopted the Leichhardt West Precinct Parking Study which examined parking utilization in Leichhardt. The study strategy recommends expanding the Resident Parking Scheme (RPS) in Leichhardt to the residential streets of the Stage 1 (Allen Street) area generally bounded by Foster Street, Regent Street, Elswick Street, Athol Street and Whiting Street.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The cost to implement the Leichhardt West Precinct Parking Study Strategy will be funded from Council’s operational budget.

 

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

The attached plan presents the proposed Resident Parking Scheme (RPS) expansion for Leichhardt West. During development of the RPS expansion, some street frontages were retained as unrestricted parking to offer opportunities for those who may not be eligible for parking permits, this includes some education precincts and reserves. Any existing mobility parking zones, timed restriction zones, ‘No Parking’ zones, bus zones and others will be retained.

 

Residents will be notified prior to the signage installation to give adequate time to understand the Scheme and apply for permits. Information on parking permit eligibility, hot to apply for permits and other information will be distributed to the community. The eligibility of resident parking permits will be in accordance with the Leichhardt Resident Parking Schemes Policy and is outlined below:

 

Number of Off-street Parking Spaces at Property

Number of Eligible Permit Type

Resident Parking Permit

Visitor Parking Permit

0

2

1

1

1

1

2 or more

0

1

            Note:

1.   Dual occupancies, multi dwelling housing and residential flat buildings, subdivisions into two or more lots and the strata subdivision of residential flat buildings, approved after January 2001, are NOT eligible to participate in Council’s Parking Permit Scheme.

2.   Multi-dwelling units with visitor parking within the premises will not be issued visitor parking permits.

 

Any parking permit issuance anomaly that was historical will continue with the existing arrangement for the existing owner and will revert to the above eligibility for any future changes to the property ownership or development.

 

For new RPS areas, statutory ‘No Stopping’ zones must also be signposted at all intersections (as per NSW Road Rules).

 

Notes:

1

Unrestricted parking is proposed to be retained in this area to allow parking for properties that are not eligible to participate in the Resident Parking Scheme (RPS). Properties that are not eligible includes dual occupancies, multi dwelling housing and residential flat buildings, subdivisions into two or more lots and the strata subdivision of residential flat buildings, approved after January 2001.

2

Unrestricted parking is proposed along the frontage of the educational institution as they are not eligible for residential parking permits. This also provides some unrestricted parking for different type of users.

3

There are limited parking spaces, and most properties in this section have some off-street parking. Since it is also at the fringe of the RPS boundary, it is proposed to retain as unrestricted parking area to allow a better transition between restricted and unrestricted areas. Residential properties in this section are proposed to be included in the RPS and have the same permit allocation.

4

Since this section is at the fringe of the RPS boundary, it is proposed to retain as unrestricted parking area to allow a better transition between restricted and unrestricted areas. Residential properties No. 274, 276 and 278 on the western side are proposed to be included in the RPS and have the same permit allocation.

5

Unrestricted parking is proposed in this area to allow parking for properties that may not be eligible to participate in the RPS. Residential property No.3, 5 and 7 are proposed to be included in the RPS and have the same permit allocation.

 

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

During the Public Exhibition of the Leichhardt West Precinct Parking Study, Council posted 4,319 letters to residents, businesses, organisations and institutions in September 2021 inviting to participate in an online questionnaire on the study. Members of the public could also request a paper-based copy of the questionnaire.

 

A total of 265 submissions were received, with the main findings as follows:

·    The lack of support for introduction of pricing on second residential parking permit in Leichhardt West.

·    Support for Resident Parking Scheme (RPS) to be introduced around the Stage 1 (Allen Street) area.

·    Support for introduction of angle parking in sections of Edith Street and Elswick Street North.

·    Mixed opinions about visitor permit reform and long-term option of extending the Resident Parking Scheme into the Market Place Precinct and Taverners Hill Precinct within the study area. An investigation into Stage 2 (Market Place precinct) will be underway after 6-12 months following the operation of Stage 1 (Allen Street precinct).

 

CONCLUSION

It is recommended that the proposed ‘2P 8am-6pm (Mon-Fri) Permit Holders Excepted Area L1’ be installed on sections of Elswick Street, Edith Street, Flood Street, Burfitt Street, Athol Street, Whiting Street, Lyall Street, Kalgoorlie Street and Allen Street, as shown in the attached plan.

 

ATTACHMENTS

1.

Stage 1 (Allen Street) Resident Parking Scheme Signage Plan

 

 


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

20 March 2023

 



Local Traffic Committee Meeting

20 March 2023

 

Item No:         LTC0323(1) Item 7

Subject:          Henry Street, St Peters – Sydenham Precinct (Area M4) Resident Parking Scheme Extension (Heffron Electorate / Inner West PAC)           

Prepared By:          Jennifer Adams - Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services 

Authorised By:       Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

 

 

SUMMARY

Council has received concerns regarding the increase in difficulty in finding available car parking spaces in the eastern section of Henry Street, St Peters. Henry Street has parking spaces which are unrestricted but is between streets which have existing 2P restrictions. In order to provide a consistency in restrictions Council is proposing to convert a section of ‘unrestricted’ parking in Henry Street, St Peters between Grove Street and Sutherland Street, to 2P Permit Holders Excepted parking.

This report provides the results of a localised ‘resident parking scheme survey’ relating to the extension of the M4 residential permit parking scheme into Henry Street, St Peters. There was a low response rate for the survey however, due to many localised issues, it is recommended that the proposed M4 extension be supported.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

That the proposed extension of the M4 Residential Permit Parking Scheme of ‘2P 8.30am-6.00pm Mon-Fri Permit Holders Excepted Area M4’ restrictions on the southern side of Henry Street, St Peters between Grove Street and Sutherland Street (as outlined in Figure 1 – Option B) be approved.

 

 

BACKGROUND

The five (5) effected residents in Henry Street, St peters were given two options in regard to this proposal. The proposal, with the two options, is illustrated on the map below.

·    OPTION A: Convert ‘unrestricted’ parking to ‘2P 8.30am-6pm, Monday to Friday, Permit Holders Excepted M4’ restrictions on the northern side of Henry Street, between Grove Street and Sutherland Street, St Peters.

·    OPTION B: Convert ‘unrestricted’ parking to ‘2P 8.30am-6pm, Monday to Friday, Permit Holders Excepted M4’ restrictions on the southern side of Henry Street, between Grove Street and Sutherland Street, St Peters.

 

Figure 1 – Proposed parking options

 

Typically, Council introduces Residential Parking Permit schemes outside of residential properties to minimise impacts to other properties in the street which also generate a need for parking (ie. residential, commuter, industrial, commercial, etc). In this case due to the configuration of properties the five residents were given the option to have it on the opposite side of the street from their properties. By putting the new restrictions on the opposite side to their residencies 8 parking spaces will be eligible for permit parking opposed to 4 car parking spaces (if adjacent to their properties). It is noted that Grove Street and Sutherland Street already have ‘2P 8.30 – 6pm Mon–Fri - permit holders excepted – Area M4’ parking restrictions currently in place. Refer to the map below.

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The cost to implement the new restrictions will be funded from Council’s operational budget.

 

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

A consultation letter was hand delivered on 6 February 2023 to owners / occupiers of the five (5) effected properties on Henry Street, St Peters. The closing date for submissions ended on 22 February 2023. One response was received in support of the proposal.

 

It is noted that 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%)".

 

The level of overall response is lower than Council’s adopted Policy and would typically be considered insufficient, however considering the many converging localised issues it is recommended that the proposed M4 extension be supported. It is noted that many of the residences in the locality do not have off-street parking facilities and rely on-street parking

 

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.

 


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

20 March 2023

 

Item No:         LTC0323(1) Item 8

Subject:          Maney Street, Rozelle - drop off and pick up zone (Baludarri - Rozelle/Balmain/Leichhardt PAC)           

Prepared By:          Charbel El Kazzi - Graduate Civil Engineer 

Authorised By:       Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

 

SUMMARY

As part of the consent conditions for the approved State Significant Development Application 27208140, St Aloysius College (48 Victoria Road and 2B Gordon Street, Rozelle) has applied for a ‘No Parking’ drop off and pick up (DOPU) zone on the west side of Maney Street between Quirk Street and Victoria Road, Rozelle.

The implementation of the 18m length DOPU zone will operate 8:00am-8:30am and 3:00pm-4:00pm during school days. Outside of these times, a ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted Area R1’ restriction will apply. ‘2P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri Permit Holders Excepted Area R1, Other Days’ will apply during non-school days.

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

That:

 

1.       A 18m length of ‘No Parking 8am-8:30am, 3pm-4pm School Days’, ‘2P 8:30am-3pm School Days, Permit Holders Excepted Area R1’, ‘2P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri Permit holders Excepted, Area R1 Other Days’ zone be provided on the west side Maney Street, commencing from the common boundary alignment of 38 Victoria Road and 2B Gordon Street, Rozelle as per attached plan; and

 

2.       It be noted that the St Aloysius College has applied for a School Zone to Transport for NSW. 

 

 

BACKGROUND

The applicant for St Aloysius College (48 Victoria Road and 2B Gordon Street, Rozelle) has made a request for a ‘No Parking’ zone drop off and pick up (DOPU) area on the west side of Maney Street between Quirk Street and Victoria Road, Rozelle.

The St Aloysius College State Significant Development Application was for a fit out and adaptive re-use of two existing buildings (on two separate sites) for a new school to accommodate a maximum 200 students (age group 13-15 years) and 15 staff members, with associated car parking, landscaping shuttle bus services and on-street drop-off/pickup zones.

The subject location in Maney Street currently has a ‘2P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri Permit Holders Excepted Area R1’ restriction.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The cost of these works will be funded by the applicant.

 

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

The relevant conditions of consent for the development included the development of an Operational Transport and Access Management Plan (OTAMP), which includes:

·    Pedestrian analysis including the identification of safe route options. The operation and management of the DOPU zone in Maney Street.

·    Information on the school shuttle services and ways to encourage use of this service.

·    Green Travel Plan and Transport Access Guide for students and staff.

 

The OTAMP also includes a monitoring and review process which is undertaken in consultation with Council’s Road Safety Education Officer.

 

It is also noted that the school has made an application to Transport for NSW for a School Zone on streets surrounding the school including Maney Street, which is expected to be installed prior to occupation.

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

A consultation letter was issued to residents on 16 February 2023 detailing the proposed changes. No feedback was received regarding this proposal.

 

ATTACHMENTS

1.

Maney Street, Rozelle - Plan

 

 

 

 


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

20 March 2023

 



Local Traffic Committee Meeting

20 March 2023

 

Item No:         LTC0323(1) Item 9

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

Prepared By:      Charbel El Kazzi - Graduate Civil Engineer 

Authorised By:  Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

 

SUMMARY

In response to concerns raised by residents regarding traffic safety in Myrtle Street, Leichhardt, Council is proposing to provide a 10km/h Shared Zone and footpath parking scheme in Myrtle Street between Elswick Street and Ivory Street, Leichhardt. The proposal was developed through community consultation to formalise parking on the footpath within marked parking bays, whilst maintaining a clear travel lane and improving pedestrian amenity.

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

That:

 

1.   A 10km/h Shared Zone and footpath parking be supported in principle in Myrtle Street, Leichhardt between Elswick and Ivory Street, Leichhardt as per attached plan, subject to TfNSW approval; and

 

2.   The project be listed for consideration on Council’s Capital Works Program.

 

 

BACKGROUND

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

 

In 2022, Council undertook an investigation of the traffic conditions in Myrtle Street with a view of considering a 10km/h Shared Zone. A summary of the assessment results is below.

 

Features

Shared Zone Criteria

Myrtle Street (Elswick St & Ivory St)

Criteria Met

Current Traffic Flow

≤100 vehicles per hour and 1000 vehicles per day)

1126 vehicles per day

Yes

Current Speed Limit

≤50 km /h

50km/h

Yes

85th percentile speed

N/A

38km/h

N/A

Length of Proposed Shared Zone

≤400 metres

135m

Yes

Current Speed limit of adjoining roads

≤50 km /h

50km/h

Yes

Current carriageway width

Minimum traffic width of 2.8m

3.0m

Yes

Route access

Must not be located along bus routes or heavy
vehicle routes except delivery or garbage trucks

No bus route or heavy vehicle route

Yes

Streets with narrow or no footpaths

where pedestrians are forced to use the road

Footpaths are narrow

Yes

Kerbs

Kerbs must be removed unless excepted by TfNSW

Category 2 shared zone can be implemented without removal of kerbs

Yes

All criteria met?

Yes

 

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

 

The feedback results received from the community was mixed with 9 in support (43%), 9 submissions for an alternate proposal (43%), and 3 (14%) objections. As the safety issues were still a concern, Council revised the proposal-based feedback and proposed two options for Myrtle Street in January 2023.  

 

Option 1 -This option would legalise parking on the footpath within marked parking bays, whilst maintaining a clear travel lane and maintaining 1.2m width pedestrian footpath width on the north side and a full width footpath on the southern side.

Option 2 - This option builds on option 1 however includes a 10km/h Shared Zone, which would require vehicles to give way to pedestrians. The proposal also includes Shared Zone signage and surface treatments on each approach.

 

A concept plan of the preferred option (Option 2) is included in Attachment 1 with the main features including: traffic calming devices, marked parking bays indicating where vehicles can park and pavement surface colouring to modify the street environment to make drivers and pedestrians aware of the different conditions.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The cost of the proposed Shared Zone is estimated at $33,000 including 10% contingency and 10% design costs. Works are to be considered as part of Council’s Capital Works Program.

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

A letter outlining the above proposal was mailed to the affected 47 properties in Myrtle Street, Elswick Street, National Street, Ivory Street and Edith Road requesting residents’ feedback regarding the options.

 

At the time of this report, 21 responses were received with five (5) in support of option 1, fourteen (14) in support of option 2, one (1) undecided and one (1) supporting neither option.

 

 

Option 1

Footpath parking marked bays

Option 2

Shared Zone with footpath parking bays

Neither/Undecided

Community Consultation Results

5 (24%)

14 (67%)

2 (10%)

 

Resident comments related to the proposal have been outlined below:

 

Residents' Comment

Officer Comments

Driveway and Pedestrian Access Comments

The sensible thing to me is the reverse of Option 1 where the northern side of the road is on-road parking, as the footpath has less driveways to deal with, so is a better path for pedestrians.

This was considered in the development of the concept design. There are more driveways on the south side, compared to the north side. Further consideration can be provided during detailed design.

Traffic and Parking Comments

Consider timed parking for non-residents using the Albert, Elswick, National and Myrtle Street block.

This has been reviewed as part of the Leichhardt West precinct parking study. Due to low support from community, stage 1 (Allen Street) will be implemented while Myrtle Street which is part of Leichhardt Marketplace precinct will be further investigated for RPS expansion after Stage 1 RPS is in operation.

OPTION 2 is a great idea as Myrtle St has become a rat run. Parked cars are frequently damaged by passing speeding cars. (3 similar comments)

The speed calming measures proposed in
option 2 will help reduce speeding and bypass traffic in Myrtle Street.

General Comments

I feel that it would be more appropriate to have footpath parking bays at all areas defined by lines rather than a mix of on road and footpath options.

A proposal to allow footpath parking on both sides of Myrtle Street would result in a wide carriageway and would encourage speeding. Further the limited width may at times force some pedestrians requiring additional width on to the road. Further consideration can be provided during detailed design.

I would suggest that Myrtle Street be made one-way as the street is very narrow (1 similar comment)

One-way restrictions reduce accessibility and encourage an increase in vehicle speeds which is not appropriate for a '10km Shared Zone’ environment.

Myrtle Street experiences low traffic volumes and passing opportunities are adequate to accommodate two-way movement.

 

CONCLUSION

Based on the above results, Option 2 for a Shared Zone and line marked car parking bays as per Attachment 1 is supported. The implementation of this option will formalise footpath parking whilst also maintaining pedestrian access and reducing vehicle speeds.

 

 

ATTACHMENTS

1.

Preferred Option (Option 2) - Shared Zone including Line-marked Car Parking bays

 

 


Local Traffic Committee Meeting

20 March 2023