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Hampshire County Council Executive Member - Environment 10 September 2001 Farnborough Road, Aldershot - Proposed Toucan Crossing Report of the County Surveyor |
Item 8 |
Contact: Peter Rayment, ext 6894
1. Summary
1.1 The following decision is sought:
That approval be given for the installation of a Toucan Crossing in Farnborough Road, Aldershot.
2. Reason
2.1 To improve the cycle network in the area and help pedestrians and cyclists cross this busy road.
3. Other Options Considered and Rejected
3.1 No other suitable option.
4. Conflicts of Interest Declared by the Decision Maker or a Member or Officer consulted - Not applicable.
5. Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee - Not applicable.
6. Reason(s) for the Matter being dealt with if Urgent - Not applicable.
Approved by: Date:
Councillor K B Estlin
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HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE MEMBER - ENVIRONMENT |
ROADS PROJECT APPRAISAL (Externally Funded) |
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10 SEPTEMBER 2001
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PROJECT: |
FARNBOROUGH ROAD, ALDERSHOT - TOUCAN CROSSING |
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COMMENCEMENT DATE: |
SEPTEMBER 2001 |
COMPLETION DATE: |
NOVEMBER 2001 |
PLANNED YEAR OF START IN ACCORDANCE WITH CAPITAL PROGRAMME: 2001/02 |
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7. |
Scheme |
7.1 |
Introduction On 26 October 1998 the former Roads and Development Sub-Committee resolved that an Agreement be entered into with Berkley Commercial Developments Limited, the developers of the Royal Pavilion site, Aldershot. This Agreement included a financial contribution of £85,000 towards the implementation of the cycle strategy for the area, including the provision of a signal controlled crossing on the A325. A Toucan crossing is considered the most appropriate to help both cyclists and pedestrians crossing this busy main road (see attached location plan). (A detailed plan of the proposed scheme will be displayed at the meeting.) |
7.2 |
Standards The crossing design adheres to the Department for Transport, Local Government and the Regions and Hampshire County Council's standards, and has been safety audited at the appropriate stages in the design process. |
7.3 |
Statutory Procedures and Consultation Public notices have been posted on site for 28 days giving details of the proposal. No objections have been received. |
7.4 |
Policy Considerations The proposal is consistent with the County Council's transport strategy, ie to reduce accident potential and improve facilities for pedestrians and cyclists. |
7.5 |
Environmental Impacts The proposal has negligible consequences for the environment. |
7.6 |
Land Requirement A small area of land on the west side of Farnborough Road has been dedicated by the Ministry of Defence to enable the crossing to be located in the most suitable position. |
7.7 |
Alternative Arrangements There are no suitable alternatives. |
7.8 |
Local Member's View The local Member, Councillor Kimber, is supportive of the scheme. |
7.9 |
Crime and Disorder Act 1998 No areas of concern have been identified. |
7.10 |
Facilities for the Disabled The proposed crossing incorporates tactile paving and audible warnings for the visually impaired and flush kerbs at the crossing point for wheelchairs, prams and the less mobile. |
7.11 |
Sustainability The scheme will encourage cycling and walking which are environmentally friendly. |
8. |
Financial Arrangements |
8.1 |
Expenditure |
£'000 |
Funds Available |
£'000 | |
Design Fee |
4.5 |
Developer Funding |
55 | ||
Supervision |
2.0 |
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Project Works |
48.5 |
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Land |
Nil |
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Total |
55 |
Total |
55 | ||
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8.2 |
Revenue Implications |
£'000 |
% Variation to Committee's budget | ||
Net increase in current expenditure |
1 |
0.002 | |||
Capital Charge |
Nil |
Nil | |||
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Total Expenditure |
1 |
0.002 | |||
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Section 100 D - Local Government Act 1972 - background papers | |
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NB the list excludes: | |
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Published works. |
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Documents which disclose exempt or confidential information as defined in the Act. |
TITLE |
LOCATION |
File Pel/6128 |
County Surveyor's Department ITS Group, Monument House |
6660/PJR