Decision details

The Panel considered representations  which had been received to a decision recommending the introduction of a 20mph Speed Limit and Traffic Calming measures through use of Section 106 planning obligations on Foxdenton Lane and Lydia Becker Way which was approved on 6 July 2023. Following the advertisement of legal notices, objections and comments have been raised by residents.

In summary, objections identified the position of measures affecting access/egress to properties and that speed cushions encourage vehicles to straddle the measures with no impact on vehicle speeds. Speed cushions also encourage motorist to drive in the centre of the carriageway, which contributes to increased safety hazard.

In response to the objection officers reported that Foxdenton Lane is a bus route and the use of speed cushions on this type of route was well established throughout Greater Manchester. All features had been positioned so as to not impact on access/egress from properties.

Options Considered:

Option 1: Introduce the proposed measures as advertised

Option 2: Review the locations of the Traffic Calming measures to ensure that no vehicle accesses are directly impacted, prior to installation

Option 3: Do not introduce the proposed restrictions

RESOLVED that the traffic calming measures and speed limit reductions be introduced but that officers review the locations of the Traffic Calming measures to ensure that no vehicle accesses are directly impacted, prior to installation.