Larkhall Area July 2016 Contents

Quietway 5 – Waterloo to Croydon Consultation

London Borough of Lambeth Response to consultation for Larkhall area July 2016 Contents

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ...... 3 1 BACKGROUND ...... 6 1.1 About Quietways 6

1.2 London Borough of Lambeth Council, TfL, and Sustrans 7

1.3 Schemes in the first series of consultations 7

2 INTRODUCTION ...... 8 2.1 Purpose of the schemes 8

2.2 Description of the scheme proposal 8

2.3 Q5 Route map 9

3 THE CONSULTATION ...... 10 3.1 Who Lambeth Council consulted 11

3.2 Consultation material, distribution and publicity 11

3.3 Meetings 11

3.4 Consultation questions 11

4 OVERVIEW OF CONSULTATION RESPONSES ...... 12 4.1 Larkhall Rise/Union Road - responses received by public and stakeholders 12

4.2 Larkhall Rise/Union Road - analysis of consultation responses 13

4.3 Larkhall Rise/Union Road - summary of stakeholder responses 14

From 4.4 to 4.13 schemes two to five replicate the above three sections 15

4.14 Larkhall area - responses on the Q5 route 23

4.15 Larkhall area - responses on the quality of the consultation 23

4.16 Larkhall area - how did you hear about this consultation 24

5 CONCLUSIONS AND NEXT STEPS ...... 25 APPENDIX A – RESPONSES TO ISSUES RAISED ...... 37 APPENDIX B – CONSULTATION LETTER AND DESIGNS ...... 37 APPENDIX C – LETTER DISTRIBUTION AREA ...... 44 APPENDIX D – LIST OF 218 STAKEHOLDER GROUPS CONSULTED ...... 45 APPENDIX E – EMAIL SENT TO STAKEHOLDERS ...... 51

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Executive Summary

Between 8 September and 4 October 2015, Transport for London (TfL) on behalf of the London Borough of Lambeth consulted on proposals for 13 schemes in four consultation areas on the Quietway 5 route – Waterloo to Croydon.

This report summarises the background and responses to consultation on five of those schemes in the Larkhall area, along with the Council’s response to issues raised, conclusion and anticipated construction dates.

Below are the three main issues raised by consultation respondents for each of the five schemes in the Larkhall area:

Larkhall area (five schemes)

1. Larkhall Rise/Union Road

Summary of responses There were 29 responses to the consultation for this scheme: 17 (59%) supported or partially supported the proposals, 11 (38%) said they did not/were unsure and 1 (3%) said they had no opinion. Of the 29 responses, 27 (93%) were received by the public, and 2 (7%) by stakeholder groups.

Issues commonly raised by respondents a) Concerns about removal of traffic lights at the junction b) Concerns about the perceived ‘Left Hook’ hazard to those on bikes from eastbound motor traffic turning left from Larkhall Rise into Union Road to travel to Wandsworth Road c) Concerns about potential ‘pinch-points’ created as part of the scheme

How Lambeth Council plans to proceed Having considered all responses to the consultation and reviewed the proposals, the officer recommendation is to proceed with the implementation of the scheme at this junction, subject to detailed design and statutory consultation. However, it is acknowledged that further consideration of the proposed junction improvements is required during detailed design to ensure that the scheme provides a suitable Quietway route for people on bikes and appropriate access for other road users at the junction.

Construction of this scheme is scheduled to start in January 2017 and is expected to take six weeks to complete.

2. Larkhall Rise/Albion Avenue

Summary of responses There were 21 responses to the consultation for this scheme: 15 (71%) supported or partially supported the proposals, 5 (24%) said they did not/were unsure and 1 (5%) had no opinion. Of the 21 responses, 19 (90%) were received by the public, and 2 (10%) by stakeholder groups.

Issues most commonly raised by respondents

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a) Requests for the segregation of cycle lanes b) Concerns about the positioning of the proposed cycle lanes on the carriageway c) Calls for better road markings

Construction of this scheme is planned to begin in September 2016 and is expected to take three weeks to complete.

3. Larkhall Rise/Gauden Road

Summary of responses There were 27 responses to the consultation for this scheme: 15 (55%) supported or partially supported the proposals, 11 (41%) said they did not/were unsure and 1 (4%) said they had no opinion. Of the 27 responses, 25 (93%) were received by the public, and 2 (7%) by stakeholder groups.

Issues most commonly raised by respondents a) Changing of waiting restrictions b) Volumes of traffic c) Banned right-turn at the junction of Edgeley Road Larkhall Rise

Construction of this scheme is planned to begin in September 2016 and is expected to take three weeks to complete.

4. Larkhall Rise bridge and Edgeley Road

Summary of responses There were 30 responses to the consultation for this scheme: 18 (60%) supported or partially supported the proposals, 10 (33%) said they did not/were unsure and 2 (7%) said they had no opinion. Of the 30 responses, 28 (93%) were received by the public, and 2 (7%) by stakeholder groups.

Issues most commonly raised by respondents a) Banned right-turn at the junction of Edgeley Road / Larkhall Rise would increase traffic on surrounding streets b) Traffic volumes c) Position of proposed cycle lanes

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Construction of this scheme is planned to begin in September 2016 and is expected to take three weeks to complete.

5. Cresset Street

Summary of responses There were 17 responses to the consultation for this scheme: 14 (82%) supported or partially supported the proposals, 2 (12%) said they did not/were unsure and 1 (6%) said they had no opinion. Of the 17 responses, 15 (88%) were received by the public, and 2 (12%) by stakeholder groups.

Issues most commonly raised by respondents a) Request for improvements on Clapham Manor Street b) Cycle hire station c) Better pedestrian crossing provision

How Lambeth Council plans to proceed Having considered all responses to the consultation and reviewed the proposals, the officer recommendation is to proceed with the scheme as presented in the consultation material, subject to detailed design and statutory consultation.

Construction of this scheme is planned to begin in September 2016 and is expected to take three weeks to complete.

Lambeth Council will write to local residents and businesses with details of the above planned works.

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1 Background

1.1 About Quietways

Quietways are a network of high quality, well signed cycle routes throughout London, mostly using the backstreets. The routes will link key destinations and are designed to appeal to new and existing cyclists who want to use quieter, low-traffic routes. Quietways will complement other cycling initiatives in London, such as the Cycle Superhighways.

Quietways are more than just cycle routes. They also provide the opportunity to make streets and neighbourhoods safer and more pleasant for everyone by reducing the speed and dominance of motor traffic, improving air quality and investing in the urban realm.

Transport for London (TfL) is working in partnership with the London boroughs and managing authorities to deliver seven Quietways routes by the end of 2016. The first seven routes, boroughs and partners, are:

 Q1 – Waterloo to Greenwich (Lambeth, Southwark, Lewisham, Greenwich)  Q2 – Bloomsbury to Walthamstow (phase 1 – Islington to Mare Street) (Camden, Islington, Hackney, Waltham Forest, Lea Valley Regional Park)  Q3 – Regents Park to Gladstone Park (Dollis Hill) (City of Westminster, Camden, Brent)  Q4 – Clapham Common to Wimbledon (Lambeth, Wandsworth, Merton)  Q5 – Waterloo to Croydon (via Clapham Common) (Lambeth, Wandsworth, Croydon)  Q6 – Aldgate to Hainault (phase 1 – Mile End to Barkingside) (Tower Hamlets, Hackney, Newham, Redbridge, and the London Legacy Development Corporation)  Q7 – Elephant & Castle to Crystal Palace (Lambeth, Southwark)

The first route (Q1 Waterloo to Greenwich) was launched on 14 June, and the second route (Q2 Bloomsbury to Walthamstow – phase 1 Islington to Mare Street) is due to be complete in January 2017.

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1.2 London Borough of Lambeth Council, TfL and Sustrans

The consultation for the Larkhall area was led by Lambeth Council and all decisions on the scope, scale and process of the consultation were determined by Lambeth Council.

In August 2015, due to Lambeth Council’s limited resources and the scale of the programme of consultations on sections of two Quietway routes Q5 (Waterloo to Croydon) and Q7 (Elephant & Castle to Crystal Palace), Lambeth Council requested the assistance of TfL to provide consultation resources in order to keep the delivery and launch of the Quietway routes on schedule.

It was agreed that TfL would act under the instruction of Lambeth Council in providing resources and assistance in the consultation process.

Sustrans was instructed by Lambeth Council to design the proposals contained in the consultation and a Lambeth Council officer approved each design.

This consultation is part of a series of five on Quietway 5 in the Lambeth Council area, with the other areas as state below:

Quietway 5

• 8 Sept to 4 Oct – Ingram/Larkhall/St Leonards/Streatham south (13 schemes) • 22 Oct to 19 Nov – Clapham Common area (five schemes + TfL) • 20 Nov to 20 Dec – Baylis/Hercules Road (four schemes) • 10 Feb to 10 Mar – Cavendish Road (four sections/schemes) • 10 Feb to 10 Mar – Estreham Road (one scheme)

1.3 Schemes in the first series of consultations

In September 2015, Lambeth Council and TfL consulted on 13 schemes in the areas below:

1. Ingram Close (one scheme)

2. Larkhall area (five schemes)

3. St Leonard’s area (three schemes)

4. Streatham south area (four schemes)

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2 Introduction

2.1 Purpose of the schemes As part of the Quietway 5 route, Lambeth Council is developing proposals to enhance facilities primarily for people that cycle, but also for other road users such as pedestrians. Improvements are being proposed for Q5 through investment in traffic calming measures, and new pedestrian crossings providing the route with safety features for all road users.

The Lambeth Council section of the Q5 route starts at Baylis Road through to Tooting Bec common and extends to the border of the London Borough of Croydon. Wandsworth and Croydon Councils have consulted on proposals for their sections of Q5.

2.2 Descriptions of the five scheme proposal

Larkhall area 1. Larkhall Rise/Union Road 2. Larkhall Rise/Albion Avenue 3. Larkhall Rise/Gauden Road 4. Larkhall Rise bridge and Edgeley Road 5. Cresset Street

Proposals for these sections of the route include:

1. Larkhall Rise/Union Road  Remove the traffic lights and create a standard give-way junction  Reduce the dimensions of the junction and create more pavement space  Install a new raised zebra crossing on Larkhall Lane and informal crossing points with shortened crossing distances on Union Road  Potential for tree planting, residential cycle parking hangars, and Cycle Hire docking station

2. Larkhall Rise/Albion Avenue  Widen the uphill cycle lane and move 0.5 metres away from the existing parking spaces  Change existing single yellow line parking restrictions to double yellow lines

3. Larkhall Rise/Gauden Road  Change existing single yellow lines to double yellow lines  Create new on-street parking bay or residential cycle parking hangar on Larkhall Rise

4. Larkhall Rise bridge and Edgeley Road  Proposed right turn ban for vehicles exiting Edgeley Road onto Larkhall Rise  Realignment of the cycle segregation to a more central location on the bridge  Install a green surfaced cycle lane across the junction to highlight the presence of people on bikes approaching from Larkhall Rise bridge

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2.3 Q5 Route map (as at 8 September 2015)

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3 The consultation

The Larkhall area consultation ran from 8 September to 4 October 2015. It was intended to enable Lambeth Council to understand opinion about the proposed scheme changes.

The potential outcomes of the consultation are that:

 Lambeth Council decides the consultation raises no issues that should prevent us from proceeding with the scheme as originally planned  Lambeth Council modifies the scheme in response to issues raised in consultation  Lambeth Council abandons the scheme as a result of issues raised in the consultation

The objectives of the consultation were:

 To give stakeholders and the public easily-understandable information about the proposals and allow them to respond  To understand the level of support or opposition for the change  To understand any issues that might affect the proposal of which we were not previously aware  To understand concerns and objections  To allow respondents to make suggestions

3.1 Who Lambeth Council consulted

The public consultation intended to seek the views of people most likely to use the scheme location, such as those who live close or those who travel through the junction regularly. We also consulted stakeholder groups including the affected councils, traffic police, London TravelWatch, Members of Parliament, Assembly Members, road users, and local interest groups.

A list of the stakeholders consulted is shown in Appendix D.

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3.2 Consultation material, distribution and publicity

The consultation material was available at www.Lambethenvironment.co.uk/quietway-consultation and publicised via letter drop to the public and email to the stakeholder groups and individuals. Materials included an overview letter, along with a detailed drawing of the schemes showing the proposals, and a route map of Quietway 5 showing the consultations and schemes in context. The public were invited to respond via an online survey on the TfL website, by letter, telephone, by email via Lambeth Council online and via [email protected]

Consultation was promoted through multiple channels:

Letter: A consultation letter, designs and route plan was distributed to 3,984 residents and businesses within a catchment area for this consultation. A copy of the letter is shown in Appendix B and the letter drop area is shown in Appendix C.

Email: 218 emails were sent to stakeholder individuals and groups. A list of these stakeholders is shown in Appendix D of this report, and a copy of the email is available in Appendix E.

3.3 Meetings Lambeth Council regularly liaised with local Ward Councillors along the route via correspondence and also via a quarterly cycling councillor forum at Lambeth Council Town Hall on the following dates:

 Wednesday 8th July 2015  Thursday 3rd September 2015

At these meetings it was agreed that a FAQ on questions would be produced and shared with Councillors and that consultation material would be shared with Councillors before the launch of public consultation. The forum members are in favour of the proposals as Quietways are set to delivery many of the 10 Headings from Lambeth Council Council’s Cycling Strategy (2013).

3.4 Consultation questions The consultation asked two questions; do you support the proposed changes to each of the 13 named schemes on Quietway route 5?

The options to choose to reply from were

 Yes  Partially  Not sure  No  No opinion

The second question asked respondents to leave comments on the proposals.

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4 Overview of consultation responses

4.1 Larkhall Rise/Union Road – responses received by public and stakeholders

1. Number/type of responses received

There were 29 responses to the consultation for this scheme: 17 (59%) supported or partially supported the proposals, 11 (38%) said they did not/were unsure and 1 (3%) said they had no opinion. Of the 29 responses, 27 (93%) were received by the public, and 2 (7%) by stakeholder groups.

Fig.1 Consultation responses by respondent type:

Larkhall Rise/Union Road: responses by respondent type

(2) 7%

Stakeholder groups Public

(27) 93%

Fig. 2 Response to- Do you support the scheme:

Larkhall Rise/Union Road: Do you support the proposed changes? (1) 3%

(8) 28% (10) 35% Yes Partially Not sure No No opinion (9) 31% (1) 3%

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4.2 Larkhall Rise/Union Road – analysis of consultation responses

Of the 29 people who answered the closed question (‘Do you support the proposed changes?’), 21 provided comments. The issues they raised are summarised below. This summary includes comments from stakeholder organisations, but those responses are also summarised separately.

a. Traffic impacts on motorists There were 45 comments that were categorised under this theme, with a range of views for and against different aspects of the proposed changes.

There were various suggestions concerning Union Road. Some felt that the proposed cycle route was too close to ‘give-way’ lines on side roads. One suggested a new zebra crossing or continuous pavement at the mouth of Union Road, and another suggested closing the road to motor traffic altogether. Others took a different perspective and were opposed to the notion of restricting motor vehicle accessibility on Union Road. Two people disagreed with the plan to change single yellow lines to double, and one person suggested that there should be more residential parking on that road. There was a separate concern that widening the pavement on Union Road would restrict the movement of buses.

There were also various comments related to Larkhall Lane. One view was that the road should be made more narrow; another that it is becoming increasingly busy for all modes of transport; and another that it should be closed to motor vehicles entirely. Two people expressed support for the new central islands on Larkhall Lane though five people opposed them; often on the basis that they create ‘pinch points’ on the road that are unhelpful to people on bikes. One person drew attention to the apparent problem of residential cars reversing onto Larkhall Lane (and thereby causing safety problems for people on bikes). Another view was that segregated cycle lanes rather than lanes painted onto the road would be preferable for Larkhall Lane.

Plans affecting the junction of Larkhall Lane with Union Road also generated several comments. Many of these comments were related to the proposal to remove traffic lights at the junction and replace them with give-way lines and a zebra crossing on Larkhall Lane. Where people expressed a preference for or against these proposals, there tended to be a balance of opinions. For example there were 8 comments in opposition to removing the lights, but 3 comments in favour of removing the traffic lights and another 2 in favour of the zebra crossing. Another respondent suggested that the plans for pedestrian crossings should be expanded, with a separate crossing point on all four branches of the junction.

b. Safety The issue of safety was also common among responses to this consultation proposal. Some were concerned by the risk of collisions involving vulnerable pedestrians (for example, children or older people) who needed to cross over the junction. One person said the hill on the approach to Larkhall Lane might accentuate the risk of high speed collisions at the junction, and another was concerned that the proposals retained a ‘left hook’ hazard for people on bikes passing inside motor vehicles attempting to turn onto side roads.

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c. Environmental impacts The assumed environmental impacts of the scheme, in particular the suggestion of new cycle hire and cycle storage facilities, were considered by several respondents. There was a suggestion that the potential siting of a bike hanger on Larkhall Lane might be too close to the proposed new speed bump, and another suggestion that the hanger would be vandalised. There were four comments arguing that there is not enough space on the pedestrian area around the junction for cycle hire facilities as well as some more general concerns that cycle hire facilities or hangers are not needed and not a good use of public money. An alternative perspective was offered by some respondents, with 2 comments in support of new cycle hangers on Union Road and 2 in support of cycle hire schemes.

4.3 Larkhall Rise/Union Road – summary of stakeholder responses There were two responses from stakeholder organisations. These are summarised below in alphabetical order.

Stakeholder group Summary of response

Lambeth Cyclists The organisation supported the removal of traffic lights but felt that the scheme should do more to protect people on bikes passing through the junction from motor vehicles making turn-offs. They provided a link to an alternative alignment for the junction, and summarised the key points. These included greater filtering of traffic

on Larkhall Rise to facilitate slower speeds and safer

shared use of the road. The organisation questioned the provision of a central island on Union Road and voiced a concern that roads which require traffic and speed calming measures might not be compatible with the principles of a Quietway.

Wheels for Wellbeing The organisation drew attention to the apparently high volumes of traffic making left turns onto Union Road. They proposed measures to reduce this, involving the

restriction or complete prohibition of motor vehicle access onto Union Road or Larkhall Rise bridge.

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4.4 Larkhall Rise/Albion Avenue – responses received by public and stakeholders

Number/type of responses received

There were 21 responses to the consultation for this scheme: 15 (71%) supported or partially supported the proposals, 5 (24%) said they did not/were unsure and 1 (5%) had no opinion. Of the 21 responses, 19 (90%) were received by the public, and 2 (10%) by stakeholder groups.

Fig.1 Consultation responses by respondent type:

Larkhall Rise/Albion Ave: responses by respondent type

(2) 10%

Stakeholder groups Public

(19) 90%

Fig. 2 Response to- Do you support the proposed changes?

Larkhall Rise/Albion Ave: Do you support the proposed changes?

(1) 5%

(8) 38% Yes (5) 24% Partially No No opinion

(7) 33%

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4.5 Larkhall Rise/Albion Avenue – analysis of consultation responses

All of the 21 people who answered the closed question about Larkhall Rise/Albion Avenue 11 also provided comments. The issues they raised are summarised below. This summary includes comments from stakeholder organisations, but those responses are also summarised separately in this section of the report. a. Traffic impacts on motorists There were 13 comments about different aspects of this theme. Three people suggested that it would be safer to move existing parking bays to the centre of the road- as is sometimes the case in European cities- so that cycle lanes were as far as possible from them. Others called for fully segregated cycle lanes on Larkhall Rise, or for restricted motor vehicle access to some or all parts of Larkhall Rise and Albion Avenue. One person opposed the removal of speed cushions on Larkhall Rise and there were 2 comments related to the idea that better road markings would be preferable to advisory cycle lanes.

b. Safety Safety concerns were raised 7 times. In each case, the concern was related to the positioning of cycle lanes close to parking bays. Some raised this as a general safety concern and others suggested that a distance of 0.5m from cycle lanes to parked cars is insufficient, with a risk of car doors being opened into the path of people on bikes.

c. General There were a range of other comments about the proposals or about cycle schemes in general. Five people expressed their opposition to advisory cycle lanes in general, and another respondent asked why Cycling Level of Service information had not been published in relation to this scheme. One person suggested that the scheme is not ambitious enough and another called for further consultation on traffic filtering through this area. 4.6 Larkhall Rise/Albion Avenue – summary of stakeholder responses

There were two responses from stakeholder organisations.

Stakeholder group Summary of response

Lambeth Cyclists The organisation called for a ‘bolder vision’ for Larkhall Rise in which motor vehicle access was restricted. They suggested that road markings related to the cycle scheme should be made more prominent, which would lead to better and safer use of the road than would be the case with advisory cycle lanes. There was support for changing existing single yellow lines to double lines.

Wheels for Wellbeing The organisation questioned whether the removal of the northbound cycle lane on Larkhall Rise weakened the case for having advisory cycle lanes on Quietways in general. They suggested moving parking bays towards the centre of the road and away from cycle lanes.

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4.7 Larkhall Rise/Gauden Road – responses received by public and stakeholders

Number/type of responses received

There were 27 responses to the consultation for this scheme: 15 (55%) supported or partially supported the proposals, 11 (41%) said they did not/were unsure and 1 (4%) said they had no opinion. Of the 27 responses, 25 (93%) were received by the public, and 2 (7%) by stakeholder groups.

Fig.1 Consultation responses by respondent type:

Larkhall Rise/Gauden Road: responses by respondent type

(2) 7%

Stakeholder groups Public

(25) 93%

Fig. 2 Response to- Do you support the scheme:

Larkhall Rise/Gauden Road: Do you support the proposed changes? (1) 4%

(8) 30% (9) 33% Yes Partially Not sure

No No opinion

(3) 11% (6) 22%

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4.8 Larkhall Rise/Gauden Road – analysis of consultation responses

Of the 27 people who answered the closed question, 16 provided comments. The issues they raised are summarised below. This summary includes comments from stakeholder organisations, but those responses are also summarised separately in in this section of the report. a. Traffic impacts on motorists 19 comments in this section were related to this theme.

Opposing single yellow lines to double yellow lines Seven people opposed the proposal to turn single yellow lines to double lines on Larkhall Rise. In each case this was linked to a concern that the street would no longer be able to accommodate demand for overnight and weekend parking spaces. There were a range of comments and suggestions about the volume of traffic on these roads and the potential effects these changes might have on them.

Other traffic related suggestions One person felt that prohibiting right turns onto Edgeley Road would encourage the use of Gauden Road as a rat run. Two people asked for a ban on right turns at the junction of Gauden Road and Clapham High Street, and another shared their concern that traffic on Larkhall Rise is increasing. There were two requests for more traffic filtering on Larkhall Rise, and other calls for cycle segregation in that area.

b. Safety Safety was mentioned in six comments on these proposals. There were concerns over the widening of the cycle lane at the junction of Larkhall Rise and Sibella Road and another that increased traffic on Gauden Road would lead to accidents. The proximity of cycle lanes to parked cars was also cited as a safety concern related to these proposals.

c. General Among the general comments on these proposals were suggestions that our cycle schemes should not prioritise motor traffic or lead to an increase in parking spaces. There was another request for Cycling Level of Service information about this scheme and an opinion that the route was inappropriate for a Quietway.

Summary of stakeholder responses There were 2 responses from stakeholder organisations. These are summarised below in alphabetical order.

Stakeholder group Summary of response

Lambeth Cyclists The organisation felt that the plans may improve conditions for pedestrians and people on bikes. They suggested that better traffic filtering would yield greater benefits.

Wheels for Wellbeing The organisation offered support for the removal of pinch points.

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4.9 Larkhall Rise bridge/Edgeley Road – responses received by public and stakeholders

Number/type of responses received

There were 30 responses to the consultation for this scheme: 18 (60%) supported or partially supported the proposals, 10 (33%) said they did not/were unsure and 2 (7%) said they had no opinion. Of the 30 responses, 28 (93%) were received by the public, and 2 (7%) by stakeholder groups.

Fig.1 Consultation responses by respondent type:

Larkhall Rise bridge/Edgeley Road: responses by respondent type

(2) 7%

Stakeholder groups

Public

(28) 93%

Fig. 2 Response to- Do you support the proposed changes?

Larkhall Rise bridge/Edgeley Road: Do you support the proposed changes? (2) 7%

Yes (9) 30% (11) 37% Partially Not sure

No No opinion

(1) 3% (7) 23%

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4.10 Larkhall Rise bridge/Edgeley Road – analysis of consultation responses

Of the 30 people who answered the closed question, 20 provided comments. The issues they raised are summarised below. This summary includes comments from stakeholder organisations, but those responses are also summarised separately in in this section of the report. a. Traffic impacts on motorists There were 24 comments that were categorised under this theme.

Ban on right turns and potential increased traffic Six of those comments related to the proposed ban on right turns from Edgeley Road onto Larkhall Rise, which it was thought would give rise to increased traffic on nearby Gauden Road. Some respondents felt that Gauden Road was not equipped to deal with this increase. One respondent expressed support for the right turn ban, on the basis that it would improve conditions for people on bikes.

Traffic filtering There were other concerns over the generally high levels of traffic in this area, with suggested solutions of traffic filtering or extended segregated cycle lanes on Larkhall Rise Bridge.

Positioning of advisory cycles lanes There were three comments in support for the proposed width of 1.5m for segregated tracks on the bridge, though some respondents questioned whether they would in fact be built to these specifications. Two people were concerned by the positioning of advisory cycle lanes; one suggested that they should be closer to the centre of the road to enable safer turns onto side roads.

b. Safety

Nine comments on the scheme were related to safety issues, and often addressed some of the same features or effects that were reported under Traffic Management. Many suggested that the presumed increase of traffic on Gauden Road (resulting from the ban on right turns from Edgeley Road to Larkhall Rise) would increase the risk of traffic accidents. Two people drew attention to dangerous driving on the approach to Larkhall Rise Bridge and another person expressed the opinion that cycle lanes next to parked cars are inherently unsafe.

c. General There were a range of General comments in responses to these proposals. These included opinions that the proposals do not address the volume of traffic in the area or that they prioritise motor vehicles over other modes. One person asked for the provision of better cycling routes on Clapham Manor Street and another asked that a consultation be undertaken on traffic filtering on Larkhall Rise and Union Road.

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4.11 Larkhall Rise bridge/Edgeley Road – summary of stakeholder responses

There were two responses from stakeholder organisations. These are summarised below in alphabetical order.

Stakeholder group Summary of response

Lambeth Cyclists The organisation called for Larkhall Rise bridge to be filtered in both directions but pointed out their concern that banning right turns from Edgeley Road would increase traffic volumes on a road- Clapham Manor Street- that is already unpleasant to cycle on. They support the proposed use of road markings for cycle lanes; the width of segregated cycle lanes; and also the width of the general traffic lane over the bridge.

Wheels for Wellbeing The organisation was in favour of the proposed width of segregated cycle lanes.

4.12 Larkhall/Cresset Street – responses received by public and stakeholders

Number/type of responses received

There were 17 responses to the consultation for this scheme: 14 (82%) supported or partially supported the proposals, 2 (12%) said they did not/were unsure and 1 (6%) said they had no opinion. Of the 17 responses, 15 (88%) were received by the public, and 2 (12%) by stakeholder groups.

Fig.1 Consultation responses by respondent type:

Cresset Street: responses by respondent type

(2) 12%

Stakeholder groups Public

(15) 88%

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Fig. 2 Response to- Do you support the proposed changes?

Cresset Street: Do you support the proposed changes? (1) 6% (1) 6% (1) 6% Yes Partially (8) 47% Not sure No (6) 35% No opinion

4.13 Larkhall/Cresset Street – analysis of consultation responses

Of the 17 people who answered the closed question, 7 provided comments. The issues they raised are summarised below. Comments were spread across different themes and are presented here together rather than separated as has been the case in earlier chapters of the report. One person expressed support for the proposed raised table on Cresset Street but felt that it was not enough to calm traffic speeds on the road. Another respondent requested a cycle hire station on or near Cresset Street. A respondent asked for better pedestrian crossing facilities at Clapham Manor Street and, on that same road, one person asked for better cycling provisions. There were concerns that issues affecting Clapham Manor Street should have been included in this consultation, and that the residents of that street would not have known about these proposals and been able to respond to them. Summary of stakeholder responses

There were 2 responses from stakeholder organisations but neither provided comments.

Stakeholder group Summary of response

Lambeth Cyclists Answered ‘Yes’ to the question: ‘Do you support the proposed changes?’

Wheels for Wellbeing Answered ‘Yes’ to the question: ‘Do you support the proposed changes?’

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4.14 Responses received about the Quietway 5 cycle route

Two people provided feedback to the question: “Do you support the overall proposals for the Quietway 5 cycle route in Lambeth?” One person submitted an objection to what they perceived to be the arbitrary closing of major roads in order to develop Quietway routes. They felt that the disadvantages caused to users of vehicles other than bicycles were unwarranted and that the consultation process on Quietways was biased towards those with an interest in cycle schemes. The other person who responded to this question was in favour of Quietway 5 and felt that the scheme would promote the interests of all road users in Lambeth Council; not only people on bikes. The need to deal with environmental issues such as air and noise pollution were cited as reasons to support Quietway 5.

4.15 Responses received about the quality of the consultation

There were 17 comments in response to the question: “Please tell us what you think about the quality of this consultation.”

There were comments that addressed the consultation process directly. Seven people made positive remarks about the process as a whole or about particular aspects of it, such as the standard of graphic information on offer. Two people suggested that they would have preferred to receive information about the consultation via email, rather than printed material in the post. One respondent reported that not all residents of Gauden Road had received notification of the proposals and felt that this warranted an extension to the consultation period. Two people felt that the level of information provided for the scheme was insufficient and made specific references to vehicle per day counts and Cycling Level of Service ratings. One person suggested that Sustrans should have organised a cycling tour of the route with local cycle groups in order to generate feedback and improvements. Some respondents used this question to make general remarks about the Quietway scheme itself, often in the same terms that were used in responses to specific proposals from this consultation. For example, there were suggestions that the Quietway scheme should be more focused on the needs of people on bikes over other road users, and that cycle lanes next to car parking spaces are unsafe. Another person made the point that speed cushions have the potential to tip over tricycles that have to pass over them.

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4.16 Answers received to question – How did you hear about this consultation? (Public and Stakeholder Groups)

50 respondents answered this question.

How did you hear about this consultation? 30 25

20 15 10

5 0 Saw details Through a Received a At an event Email from on Lambeth representative letter from held by TfL Council organisation Lambeth Lambeth website Council Council

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5 Conclusion and next steps

This section of the report provides the conclusion and next steps for the five schemes in the Larkhall area consultation:

1. Larkhall Rise/Union Road 2. Larkhall Rise/Albion Avenue 3. Larkhall Rise/Gauden Road 4. Larkhall Rise bridge and Edgeley Road 5. Cresset Street

5.1 Larkhall Rise/Union Road Of the 29 responses received regarding the proposed Larkhall Rise/Union Road scheme 17 (59%) stated that they supported or partially supported the scheme; 10 (35%) stated that they did not support the scheme.

Having considered all responses to the consultation and reviewed the proposals, the officer recommendation is to proceed with the implementation of the scheme, subject to detailed design and statutory consultation. However, it is acknowledged that further consideration of the proposed junction improvements is required during detailed design to ensure that the scheme provides a suitable Quietway route for people on bikes and appropriate access for other road users at the junction.

Construction of the scheme is scheduled to start in January 2017 and is expected to take six weeks.

5.2 Larkhall Rise/Albion Avenue Of the 21 responses received regarding the proposed Larkhall Rise / Albion Avenue scheme 15 (71%) stated that they supported or partially supported the scheme; 5 (24%) stated that they did not support the scheme.

Having considered all responses to the consultation and reviewed the proposals; the officer recommendation is to proceed with the implementation of the scheme, subject to detailed design and statutory consultation. Although minor amendments may be required during further development of design no significant changes are anticipated following consultation.

Construction of the scheme is scheduled to commence in September 2016 and is anticipated to take three weeks to complete.

5.3 Larkhall Rise/Gauden Road Of the 27 responses received regarding the proposed Larkhall Rise / Gauden Road scheme 15 (56%) stated that they supported or partially supported the scheme; 8 (30%) stated that they did not support the scheme.

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are anticipated to be required during the development of detailed design although some issues will require further consideration.

Construction of the scheme is scheduled to commence in September 2016 and is anticipated to take three weeks to complete.

5.4 Larkhall Rise bridge/Edgeley Road Of the 30 responses received regarding the proposed Larkhall Rise Bridge/ Edgeley Road scheme 18 (60%) stated that they supported or partially supported the scheme; 9 (30%) stated that they did not support the scheme.

Having considered all responses to the consultation and reviewed the proposals; the officer recommendation is to proceed with the implementation of the scheme, subject to detailed design and statutory consultation. No significant amendments to the design are anticipated.

Construction of the scheme is scheduled to commence in September 2016 and is anticipated to take three weeks to complete.

5.5 Larkhall/Cresset Street Of the 17 responses received regarding the proposed Cresset Street scheme 14 (82%) stated that they supported or partially supported the scheme; 1 (6%) stated that they did not support the scheme.

Having considered all responses to the consultation and reviewed the proposals, the officer recommendation is to proceed with the scheme as presented in the consultation material, subject to statutory consultation. Lambeth Council believes the scheme balances the needs of all road users whilst providing considerable benefits to vulnerable road users.

Construction of the scheme is scheduled to commence in September 2016 and is anticipated to take three weeks to complete.

Lambeth Council will write to local residents and businesses with details of any planned closures and ensure that inconvenience during construction is kept to a minimum.

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Appendix A – Responses to issues raised

1. Larkhall Rise/Union Road

a. Traffic impacts on motorists

Advisory cycle lane One respondent stated that they were concerned that the advisory cycle lane is too close to Give Way markings at the junction. The advisory cycle lane has been installed across the junction on Larkhall Lane to highlight the presence of people on bikes in this location. The Quietway route will be designed in accordance with the London Cycle Design Standards and road markings at the junction will be reviewed during the development of detailed design.

Zebra crossing There was a request for a zebra crossing on Union Road. These comments will be reviewed during the review of the junction design. Further work is required in detailed design to ensure that the removal of traffic signals is feasible and that adequate provision is made for pedestrian movements at the junction.

Banned turns Filtered permeability has been considered in this location to restrict traffic movements but has not been deemed to be necessary for the implementation of the Quietway. Some banned turns are proposed at key locations on the Quietway route but this location has not been included. It is not anticipated that additional filtered permeability will be implemented in this location.

Waiting restrictions On the basis that the traffic signals are removed, additional waiting restrictions will be required to prevent parking that could cause an obstruction close to the junction. The installation of waiting restrictions will allow parking enforcement officers to take action if vehicles are parked at the junction.

Additional residential parking One respondent requested additional residential parking. The concept drawings show potential additional car parking spaces or space for a cycle parking hanger on Union Road. Further consideration will be given to the use of this space during detailed design and comments received during consultation will be considered to assist in determining the appropriate use.

Widening footways One respondent suggested that widening of footways may restrict the movement or buses or other large vehicles at the junction. Swept path analysis has been carried out for this junction to ensure that all required vehicle movements are possible for the proposed kerb alignment.

Narrowing the carriageway in Larkhall Lane One respondent requested that the carriageway in Larkhall Lane should be made narrower. The existing carriageway is deemed to be acceptable for the implementation of the Quietway route. Narrowing or widening the entire length of Quietway Q5 | London Borough of Lambeth – Larkhall area 27

the carriageway on Larkhall Lane would be expensive and achieve limited benefits for users. Build outs could potentially be used to narrow the carriageway at specific locations but this approach has not been proposed as it may create pinch points creating unnecessary conflict between people on bikes and motor vehicles.

Pedestrian refuge Some of the responses received indicated support for the installation of a pedestrian refuge on Larkhall Lane while others were concerned that this would create ‘pinch points’ and a potential hazard for people on bikes due to increased conflict with motor vehicles in this location. It should be noted that there is sufficient width to provide advisory cycle lanes in the location of the pedestrian refuge. There should not be unnecessary conflict between people on bikes and motor vehicles in this location. The installation of a pedestrian refuge to facilitate staged crossing of Larkhall Lane will be beneficial for pedestrians if the traffic signals are removed and therefore it is intended that this will be retained within the design.

The design must maintain existing access for residential properties. Concern has been raised regarding vehicles reversing out of residential properties and creating a potential hazard for road users. Any vehicles exiting residential properties will be required to give way to people on bikes on Larkhall Lane and no amendments to the design are considered necessary with regard to this issue.

Segregated cycle lane on Larkhall Lane One response requested the provision of segregated cycle lanes on Larkhall Lane. This scheme will be designed in accordance with the London Cycle Design Standards. Due to existing traffic volumes and vehicles speeds segregated lanes are not considered necessary in this location and Lambeth Council do not intend to amend the design to include segregated cycle lanes in this location.

Removal of traffic signals There were mixed responses to the proposed removal of traffic signals at the junction. Eight responses stated that they were opposed to the removal of traffic signals with three responses supporting the proposal and two further responses in favour of the zebra crossing. Following consultation for this scheme the proposal to remove the traffic signals at this junction will be reviewed. Further investigation will be required to determine whether the removal of traffic signals is feasible in this location prior to the development of detailed design. While the removal of traffic signals would provide improved priority for the Quietway route it may make cycle movements onto or off the route more difficult in the location and pedestrian crossing facilities are also impacted. The provision of controlled pedestrian crossing facilities on all four approaches to this junction will not be delivered unless traffic signals are retained but alternative provision has been considered including the provision of a zebra crossing north-east of the junction on Larkhall Lane and a new pedestrian refuge to allow pedestrians to cross Larkhall Lane in two stages to the south-west of the junction.

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b. Safety

Pedestrian crossing Concerns have been raised regarding pedestrian safety at the junction if the traffic signals are removed. As stated above further investigation will be required prior to the completion of detailed design to ensure that the removal of traffic signals is feasible. If the removal of traffic signals is retained within the detailed design drawings for the scheme then additional provision for pedestrians will be required. The concept plan includes the provision of a new zebra crossing and a pedestrian refuge on Larkhall Lane and widening of footways to create shorter crossing distances on either side of the junction on Union Road.

Traffic calming One response highlighted that there is a steep gradient on the approach to the junction from the south and this could lead to increased vehicle speeds and greater potential for accidents at the junction following removal of traffic signals. A cycle-friendly speed bump has been proposed on Larkhall Lane to replace the existing speed cushions to help control speed in this location.

c. Environmental impacts

Cycling hire docking stations The concept drawings show potential locations for a cycle hire docking station or a covered bicycle parking hanger. There were several responses regarding this issue with some in support of the facilities and some questioning the need for facilities and whether there is space to install them in this location. It should be noted that the location of cycle hire docking facilities is dealt with under a separate programme controlled by TfL. Further consideration would need to be given to whether this location would be suitable for any future expansion of cycle hire. The comments received regarding the potential bicycle parking hanger or additional car parking spaces will require further consideration during the development of detailed design to ensure that the proposals are feasible and are suitable for this location.

2. Larkhall Rise/Albion Avenue

a. Traffic impacts on motorists

Relocation of parking Three responses indicated that residents would like the design to be amended so that parking is located in the centre of the road maximising separation between cycle lanes and parked vehicles. Due to the constraints of the existing carriageway width and requirements for other road users locating parking in the centre of the street away from the kerb line is not considered to be required in this location. The existing design has been developed in accordance with the London Cycle Design Standards and provides an acceptable clearance between the advisory southbound cycle lane and parking bays. No amendments to the design are anticipated with regard to this issue.

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Segregated cycle lanes on Larkhall Lane One response requested the provision of segregated cycle lanes on Larkhall Lane. The scheme will be designed in accordance with the London Cycle Design Standards. The provision of segregated cycle lanes in this location would require the removal of a significant number of on-street parking bays and due to existing traffic volumes and vehicles speeds segregated lanes are not considered necessary in this location. Therefore, Lambeth Council does not intend to amend the design to include segregated cycle lanes in this location.

Filtered permeability Filtered permeability has been considered during the development of the concept design for this location to restrict movements for motor vehicles but has not been deemed to be necessary for the implementation of the Quietway route. Some turning bans are proposed at key locations on the Quietway route but this location has not been included. It is not anticipated that filtered permeability will be implemented in this location.

Traffic calming One respondent stated that they are opposed to the removal of the speed cushions on Larkhall Lane. It is proposed that the speed cushions will be replaced with a cycle-friendly (sinusoidal) speed bump that will be located closer to the junction of Larkhall Lane with Union Road. The replacement traffic calming measures are not shown on these drawings but are included in the consultation drawings for the junction of Larkhall Lane with Union Road and no design amendments are considered to be necessary with regard to this issue.

Road markings vs advisory cycle lanes Two comments were received stating that they believe better road markings would be preferable to advisory cycle lanes on Larkhall Rise. The advisory cycle lane will benefit people on bikes traveling south west, towards Sibella Road, providing additional space for people on bikes on the uphill gradient where the difference in speed between people on bikes and motor vehicles will be greater. This proposal will have limited impact on other road users and it is not anticipated that alternative road markings would achieve a similar benefit for people on bikes. Careful consideration will be given to the use to signage and road markings on this route but it is anticipated that the advisory cycle lane will be included in detailed design. b. Safety

Additional clearance requested Seven respondents stated that they are concerned about cycle safety and believe that additional clearance is required between the proposed advisory cycle lane and parking bays. The design allows clearance of 0.5 metres between the edge of the advisory cycle lane and the parking bays. This is in accordance with the London Cycle Design Standards and while it is acknowledged that additional clearance may be beneficial the design is also constrained by the width of the existing carriageway. No changes are anticipated to the design of the cycle lane or clearances to the parking bay in this location.

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c. General

Advisory cycle lanes Five respondents stated that they are opposed to the use of advisory cycle lanes. Appropriate situations for the installation of advisory cycle lanes are set out in Chapter 4 of the London Cycle Design Standards. In this location an advisory cycle lane is considered to be an appropriate facility for people on bikes and therefore no amendment to the design for the advisory cycle lane is anticipated.

CLoS One respondent asked why Cycle Level of Service (CLoS) information has not been published with the consultation drawings. The Cycling Level of Service assessment is a design tool to check alignment of proposals with the London Cycling Design Standards (LCDS). Other design considerations include value for money, traffic impact assessment requirements, deliverability in the context of programme risks and constraints, stakeholder support, consents (e.g. planning permission) and alignment with wider TfL and Borough objectives.

Cycling Level of Service (CLoS) scores have not been produced for this/these designs, however, the principles in the LCDS have been applied and the CLoS assessment tool used to aid the design process.

Lambeth Cyclists In their response Lambeth Cyclists stated that they believe that the routes are not ambitious enough and that a bolder vision is required. It should be noted that this Quietway route is being developed in accordance with the Mayor’s Vision for Cycling and the London Cycle Design Standards. The Mayor’s vision is that cycling in London will become an integral part of the transport network. It should be a normal part of everyday life, something people hardly think about and feel comfortable doing in ordinary clothes.

Quietways are identified as an important part of this vision and this route has been prioritised as one of the first seven routes to be delivered in London. In developing these routes it is essential that Lambeth Council consider not only the needs of people on bikes but also the potential implications for other road users to create better places for everyone and we will continue to do this through the development of detailed design for this project.

Wheels for Wellbeing Wheels for Wellbeing asked whether the removal of the advisory cycle lane on the north-bound carriageway weakens the case for advisory cycle lanes elsewhere on Quietway routes. In this location the advisory cycle lane has been removed for a short section on the northbound carriageway due to existing constraints. This will allow additional space for clearance between the advisory cycle lane on the southbound carriageway and parking bays. There is a relatively steep gradient in this location with southbound traffic travelling uphill. This requires additional space and protection for people on bikes on the uphill gradient who may be moving considerably more slowly than traffic travelling in the same direction. People on bikes travelling northbound will be travelling

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downhill and in this location advisory cycle lanes are not considered essential due to traffic volumes and speeds.

3. Larkhall Rise/Gauden Road

a. Traffic impacts on motorists

Installation of ‘no waiting’ time Seven respondents are opposed to the proposed installation of additional no waiting at any time restrictions close to the junction. These restrictions will ensure that vehicles do not park at the junction improving safety for users and ensuring additional carriageway width at the junction for people on bikes and vehicles. It is proposed that the existing parking bay to the north-east of the junction will be extended allowing a short additional space for parked vehicles. However, the proposed changes to waiting restrictions will be reviewed during detailed design to ensure that the changes are justified. Changes to waiting restrictions require an amendment to the relevant traffic order which will be subject to statutory consultation.

Filtered permeability A number of responses were received that requested additional bans on right turns from Gauden Road and Clapham Manor Street and filtered permeability for Larkhall Rise. Bans on right turns from Gauden Road and Clapham Manor Street are not considered necessary for the delivery of the Quietway route. Filtered permeability has been considered in this location but has not been deemed necessary for the implementation of the Quietway route. Some turning bans are proposed at key locations on the Quietway route but this location has not been included. It is not anticipated that filtered permeability will be implemented in this location.

Restricted right turns A restriction on right turns is proposed from Edgeley Road onto Larkhall Rise. It must be noted that the existing right turn movement is difficult to make due to the existing road layout on the bridge and this problem will be exacerbated by the proposed realignment of the cycle lanes on the bridge. While this may lead to a very small increase in traffic volumes on adjacent streets the turning restriction is considered to be necessary at the junction of Edgeley Road and Larkhall Rise.

Segregated cycle lanes on Larkhall Rise A request was received for the provision of segregated cycle lanes on Larkhall Rise. The scheme will be designed in accordance with the London Cycle Design Standards. The provision of segregated cycle lanes in this location would require the removal of a significant number of on-street parking bays and due to existing traffic volumes and vehicles speeds segregated lanes are not considered necessary in this location. It is not intended that the design will amended to include segregated cycle lanes in this location.

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b. Safety

Removal of northbound cycle lane Several respondents stated that they are concerned about the removal of the northbound cycle lane on Larkhall Rise at the junction with Sibella Road. This has been proposed to allow the southbound cycle lane to be widened and is consistent with the treatment that is proposed on Larkhall Rise between Sibella Avenue and Union Street. The treatment at the junction will be reviewed during detailed design following the comments raised during consultation.

Potential increase in traffic on Gauden Road One respondent stated that they believe increased traffic volumes on Gauden Road will cause more accidents. Some respondents have raised concerns regarding the restriction on right turns at the junction of Edgeley Road with Larkhall Rise as stated above. While this may lead to small increases in traffic volumes on adjacent streets the turning restriction is considered to be necessary at the junction of Edgeley Road and Larkhall Rise due to the layout of the junction and changes to cycle lanes on the bridge. As part of the boroughs roll out of 20mph programme additional traffic calming measures are being considered for Gauden Road to address the concerns raised in this consultation.

Proximity of cycle lanes to parked vehicles There were concerns raised regarding the proximity of cycle lanes to parked vehicles. In this location dedicated cycle lanes are not proposed. Quietway routes are intended to be on streets with low traffic volumes and low vehicle speeds and therefore dedicated cycle facilities will not always be required. There are also constraints in this location regarding the existing width of the carriageway. As there is no dedicated cycle lane people on bikes will be able to ride away from the edge of parked vehicles within the carriageway to reduce the risk of being hit by car doors. c. General

Improvements for all transport modes One respondent stated that they did not believe that cycle projects should prioritise motor traffic or lead to an increase in parking spaces for motor vehicles. The design proposes a short section of potential additional car parking spaces. During the development of the Quietway route we have aimed to provide a consistent, safe route for people on bikes but also make improvements for all transport modes where possible including pedestrians and in some cases improvements for motor vehicles which will enhance road safety. Some additional car parking spaces could be provided on Larkhall Lane as shown on the consultation drawings as there is sufficient available space in this location.

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programme risks and constraints, stakeholder support, consents (e.g. planning permission) and alignment with wider TfL and Borough objectives.

Suitability of route Some respondents expressed an opinion that they believe that this route is not suitable as a Quietway. It should be noted that this Quietway route is being developed in accordance with the Mayor’s Vision for Cycling and the London Cycle Design Standards. The Mayor’s vision is that cycling in London will become an integral part of the transport network. It should be a normal part of everyday life, something people hardly think about and feel comfortable doing in ordinary clothes. Quietways are identified as an important part of this vision and this route has been prioritised as one of the first seven routes to be delivered in London. In developing these routes it is essential that Lambeth Council consider not only the needs of people on bikes, but also the potential implications for other road users to create better places for everyone and Lambeth Council will continue to do this through the development of detailed design for this project.

4. Larkhall Rise bridge/Edgeley Road

a. Traffic impacts on motorists

Restriction on right turns Concerns have been raised during the consultation regarding the ban on right turns for vehicles at the junction of Larkhall Rise with Edgeley Road. A restriction on right turns is proposed at this junction as the right turn movement is difficult to make due to the existing road layout and this problem will be exacerbated by proposed realignment of the cycle lanes on the bridge adjacent to the junction. While this may lead to small increases in traffic volumes on adjacent streets the turning restriction is considered to be necessary at the junction of Edgeley Road and Larkhall Rise.

Filtered permeability Filtered permeability has been considered in this location but has not been deemed to be necessary except for the restriction on right turns from Edgeley Road which is required to enhance safety for people on bikes exiting the bridge and as the road layout makes it difficult to make this movement. It is not anticipated that other filtered permeability measures will be implemented in this location or further along Larkhall Rise.

Segregated cycle lanes A response was received requesting the extension of segregated cycle lanes on the bridge on Larkhall Rise. Existing segregated cycle lanes on the bridge will be retained but will be realigned to provide consistent width for people on bikes travelling in both directions. Due to existing traffic volumes and vehicles speeds segregated lanes are not considered to be necessary on other sections of

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Larkhall Rise and Lambeth Council do not intend to amend the design to include additional sections of segregated cycle lanes in this location.

Location of advisory cycle lanes One respondent stated that they believe the advisory cycle lanes should be positioned closer to the centre of the road to enable safer turns onto side roads. The Quietway route is designed in accordance with the London Cycle Design Standards and the positioning of the proposed advisory cycle lanes is considered to be suitable in this location.

b. Safety

Driving behaviour Several responses indicated concern regarding dangerous driving behaviour on the approach to the bridge. Segregation is already provided between the cycle lane and the traffic lane on the bridge to provide a safe facility for people on bikes in both directions. If residents have concerns about specific dangerous driving behaviours displayed by a small minority of road users in this location then these concerns should be reported to the Police so that enforcement can take place if necessary. Further information would also be required regarding the specific driving behaviours that residents have observed.

c. General

Volume of traffic on Larkhall Rise Additional responses were received stated that the proposals do not address the volume of traffic on Larkhall Rise. As stated previously modal traffic filtering has been considered in this location but has not been deemed to be necessary for the implementation of the Quietway except for the restriction on right turns from Edgeley Road.

Traffic calming measures No significant works are proposed on Clapham Manor Street, there are a number of recently installed traffic calming measures located along the length of Clapham Manor Street. Additional wayfinding will be implemented but no new interventions are proposed.

5. Larkhall/Cresset Street

a. Traffic impacts on motorists

One respondent stated that they believe the proposed raised table will not be enough to control vehicle speeds on Cresset Street and that additional measures should be considered. Cresset Street is only approximately 140 metres in length. It is a residential street with marked on street parking bays which restrict the width of the carriageway making it necessary for westbound vehicles to give way to oncoming traffic. As well as the proposed raised table at the junction with Clapham Manor Street there is a raised table approximately half way along the street at the junction with Prescott Place. This issue has been considered during the development of the concept drawings for the scheme and

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the proposed interventions are considered to be adequate to control speeds on Cresset Street. b. Cycle hire docking station

One respondent requested a cycle hire docking station at Cresset Street. Any future expansion of the cycle hire scheme and locations for new docking stations is dealt with under a separate programme controlled by TfL. Project officers are working closely with the team responsible for the cycle hire programme to ensure coordination between Quietway and cycle hire where possible. However, no additional cycle hire facilities are proposed at Cresset Street as part of the implementation of this scheme. Comments received during the consultation process will be shared with other key stakeholders where these are relevant to other projects and programmes. c. Pedestrian crossings

There were several requests for additional improvements on Clapham Manor Street including requests for improved pedestrian crossing facilities and additional facilities for people on bikes. The proposals for Cresset Street include a raised crossing point at the junction with Clapham Manor Street that will provide a level footpath crossing for pedestrians and the additional measures will improve the conditions for people on bikes. .

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Appendix B – Consultation letters and designs

Larkhall area location letter

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Larkhall area location designs (1 – Larkhall Rise/Union Road)

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Larkhall area location designs (2 – Larkhall Rise/Albion Avenue)

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Larkhall area location designs (3 – Larkhall Rise/Gauden Road)

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Larkhall area location designs (4 – Larkhall Rise bridge/Edgeley Road)

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Larkhall area location designs (5 – Cresset Street)

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Appendix C – Letter distribution area

Larkhall area (five schemes) 1. Larkhall Rise/Union Road 2. Larkhall Rise/Albion Avenue 3. Larkhall Rise/Gauden Road 4. Larkhall Rise bridge and Edgeley Road 5. Cresset Street

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Appendix D – List of 218 stakeholder groups consulted 1st Streatham Common Scout Group 229 Mitcham Lane Ltd Abbeyfield (Streatham) Society Action for Blind People Addison Lee Age Concern London Age UK London All Party Parliamentary Cycling Group Angolan African Cultural Association ASHA Asian Peoples Disabilities Alliance Association of Bikeability Schemes Association of British Drivers Association of Car Fleet Operators Association of Town Centre Management Astra Homes Automobile Association Automobile Association Motoring Trust Basaira Elderly Centre Becmead Avenue Residents Association BID - Brixton bikeworks bikeXcite Borough Cycling Officers Group (BCOG) British Cycling British Dyslexia Association British Motorcycle Federation British Motorcyclists' Federation British Retail Association British School of Cycling Brixton and Streatham Methodist Church Brixton Society Brockwell Park Community Greenhouses Campaign for Better Transport Canal River Trust Caretech Community Services Ltd Central London Cab Trade Section

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Central London CTC Central London Forward Central London Freight Quality Partnership Central London NHS Trust Centre for Accessible Environments Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Chauffeur and Executive Association Christ Church with St John's Church of the Holy Redeemer City Hall City of London Access Forum Clapham Park Time Bank Colmer Road Residents Association Computer Cab Confederation of British Industry (CBI) Confederation of Passenger Transport UK Crownwise Limited CTC ‘Right to Ride’ Network Cycle Confidence Cycle Confident Cycle Experience Cycle Training UK (CTUK) Cycling Embassy of Great Britain Cycling Instructor Ltd cycling4all Cyclists in the City Deepdene House Department for Transport Department for Transport Department for Transport (Director General, Roads and General) Department of Transport Design Plus Management Dial-a-Cab Disability Rights UK Disabled Persons Transport Advisory Committee Dr Ivor Ferreira Dr Wickremesinghe Drewstead Lodge East and South East London Thames Gateway Transport Partnership Quietway Q5 | London Borough of Lambeth – Larkhall area 46

Elim Pentecostal Church English Heritage Evergreen Evolution Cycle Training Express Networks Forum FISA Frances Taylor Foundation Freight Transport Association Friends of Agnes Riley Gardens - Clapham Park West Residents Association Friends of Hillside Gardens Park Friends of Streatham Vale Park Friends of the Earth Friends of Unigate Woods Friends of Windrush Square Gleneldon Road Management Co. Ltd Goldknight Trading Ltd Goldsborough Home Care Services Granton Association Greater London Authority Greater London Forum for Older People Healthcare Professionals Services Ltd Hyde Housing Association Hyderi Islamic Centre ICE -London Immanual and St Andrew's Church Immanuel & St Andres Church (& Rural Dean) In Streatham BID Inclusion London Independent Disability Advisory Group Jane`s House Limited Jessie Place Joint Committee on Mobility of Blind and Partially Sighted People (JCMBPS) Joint Mobility Unit Joybrook Khoja Shia Ithna-Ashri (South London) Jamaat La Rosa Residential care Home Lambeth Council Council Community of Refugees from Vietnam Lambeth Council Council Elderly Association from Vietnam Lambeth Council Council Vietnamese & Chinese Youth Association Quietway Q5 | London Borough of Lambeth – Larkhall area 47

Lambeth Council Council YMCA Laurels Nursing Care Centre Licenced Private Hire Car Association Licensed Taxi Drivers' Association Lifeways Community Care Ltd - Drewstead Road Living Streets London London Ambulance Service London Bike Hub London Borough of Lambeth Council

London Cab Drivers Club London Central Cab Section London Chamber of Commerce

London Councils London Cycling Campaign LCC London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority London Fire Brigade London First London Older People's Strategy Group London Parks and Green Spaces Forum London Parks Friendly Group London Private Hire Board London Strategic Health Authority London Tourist Coach Operators Association (LTCOA) London TravelWatch London Underground London Visual Impairment Forum Manna Christian Centre Members of Stanthorpe Triangle Residents Assoc. Metrobus Ltd, Metroline Ltd Metropolitan Police Traffic Management MIND Mode Transport Motorcycle Action Group National Autistic Society National Children's Bureau National Express National Grid National Motorcycle Council Quietway Q5 | London Borough of Lambeth – Larkhall area 48

National Trust - London New InitiativesYouth and Community Association New Testament Church of God-Brixton NHW Co-ordinator NoH Budget Films On Your Bike Cycle Training Park Centre Park View Residential Care Home Pre School Learning Alliance Prema House Prolific Foundation RAC Foundation RAC Foundation for Motoring Radio Taxis Rank and Highways Representative for Unite RNIB RNID (Royal National Institute for Deaf People) Road Danger Reduction Forum Road Haulage Association Roadpeace Royal London Society for Blind People Royal Mail Parcel Force Royal Parks Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) Sanctuary Care SCECO SCOPE Sense Shree Swaminarayan Centre Sixty Plus Somali Employment and Education Development Somali Humanitarian Aid South London Islamic Centre South London YMCA Southwark Cyclists Spires Centre St Bartholomew's Roman Catholic Church St Michaels Fellowship St. Leonard's CE Primary School Quietway Q5 | London Borough of Lambeth – Larkhall area 49

Stanthorpe Triangle Residents Association Stewarts Road Adventure Playgroup and Youth Club Streatham Action Streatham Baptist Church Streatham Christian Housing Ltd Streatham Common Group Practice Streatham Common Patient Participation Group Streatham Conservation Association Streatham Lodge Community Streatham Society Streatham Youth & Community Trust Sunnyhill Primary School Sustrans Swaminaryan Satsang Temple SWCMHT (Recovery & Support) Transport for All Transport for London* Trust Women's Project Unite The Union Unite the Union (Taxis) Westminster Cyclists Wheels for Wellbeing Woodmansterne Primary School Yeshua Trust Young People Matter

*Transport for London departments These departments within TfL were informed of the consultation and given the option to respond:

Access Road Safety, Behaviour Change, Borough Engagement, Borough Projects and Programmes, Buses, Contact Centre, Corporate Communications, Customer Service, Cycle Hire, External Relations, Freight, GLA Relations, Government Relations, House of Lords Relations, Marketing, Online, Network Planning, Outcomes Design Engineering, Outcome Modelling, Planning Projects, Projects and Programmes Directorate, Press Office, Road Space Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategy Outcome Planning, Strategic Affairs, Taxis, Traffic Infrastructure, Wayfinding.

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Appendix E – Email sent to stakeholders

This email was sent to the stakeholder database on Tuesday 8 September 2015.

Dear Stakeholder,

Transport for London is working with its partners the London Borough of Lambeth and Sustrans on Quietway 5 – a cycle route between Waterloo and Croydon. The Lambeth Council section of the route runs between Baylis Road, through to Tooting Bec Common and extends to the border with the London Borough of Croydon.

Lambeth Council is currently consulting on proposals for the route in four locations:

 Ingram Close (one scheme)  Larkhall area (five schemes)  St Leonard’s area (three schemes)  Streatham South area (four schemes)

Find out more and have your say

To view all the proposed changes and to have your say, please go to the London Borough of Lambeth Council Council’s website.

The consultation closes on Sunday 4 October 2015.

For details of other borough consultations please visit TfL’s consultation website.

Yours faithfully

Julie Vindis Consultation Team Transport for London

End of consultation report

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