CROYDON PUBLIC REALM DESIGN GUIDE
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2019 PUBLISHED BY Croydon Council Bernard Weatherill House 8 Mint Walk Croydon CR0 1EA
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IMAGES Image credits are contained within the ‘Photo Credits’ appendix of this document.
EXTERNAL GUIDANCE When refering to external guidance, always refer to the most up-to-date version equivalent of the guidance stated, where it exists.
Adopted by Cabinet: 21 January 2019 © Croydon Council 2019 CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION 1 1.1 Why a design Guide? 3 1.2 Where does it apply? 7 1.3 Status 10
2.0 DESIGN GUIDELINES 11 2.1 Principles 12 2.2 Sustainability 18 2.3 Activating the public realm 23 2.4 Public Realm ‘in waiting’ and meanwhile uses 25 2.5 Play 28 2.6 Public Art 31 2.7 Counter terrorism 35
3.0 ROAD GEOMETRY 41 3.1 Pedestrians 43 3.2 Cyclists 51 3.3 Parking 54
4.0 PALETTE OF MATERIALS 55 4.1 Surface materials 57 4.2 Street furniture 71 4.3 Signage and wayfinding 85 4.4 Cycling 95 4.5 Trees and soft landscaping 99 4.6 When to depart from the Guide? 110
5.0 THE LIFE OF THE PUBLIC REALM 113 5.1 Delivery of the public realm 115 5.2 Whole Life Costing 123 5.3 Management and maintenance 127
6.0 APPENDIX 131 6.1 Key references 123 6.2 Glossary 135 6.3 Photo credits 136
1.0 INTRODUCTION The London Plan describes the public realm as “all the publicly-accessible space between buildings, whether public or privately owned, from alleyways and streets to squares and open spaces” (Draft London Plan, Greater London Authority, 2018).
The public realm should accommodate a variety of uses and users. It should be designed for people of all backgrounds, ages, pedestrians, cyclists and for any social activities whether temporary or regular, during different times of the day and night. It should be functional, accessible, safe and facilitate movements through it.
Restaurants spilling on Integrated play elements at Temporary Crazy Golf in topavement along South End New Addington Exchange Square 2 1.1 WHY A DESIGN GUIDE? Croydon is one of the most populous Boroughs in London and its population is expected to grow considerably in the coming years. The Croydon Local Plan 2018 anticipates 33 000 new homes to be built between 2016 and 2036 to accommodate this growth. A growing population will place greater demands on the Borough’s physical infrastructure but will also attract investment and create opportunities to improve existing public realm areas and create new ones. 3 The Croydon Local Plan 2018 states that the Council with its partners will improve Croydon’s public realm to respect, enhance, create local character and distinctiveness, and integrate with the historic environment.
Croydon Public Realm Design Guide (Croydon PRDG) establishes guidelines for materials and layout for the public realm as part of the borough’s public realm framework.
The aim of Croydon PRDG is to:
▪▪ Secure quality ▪▪ Ensure consistency ▪▪ Simplify maintenance ▪▪ Facilitate discharge of planning conditions ▪▪ Help secure best rates
SECURE QUALITY
Croydon Council expects the design approach applied to any public realm proposals to be of a high quality. The palette of materials and street furniture set in this Guide is simple, fit for purpose and timeless, but also offers a sufficient range to allow designs to respond to the character of an area. 16 Places of Croydon as defined in Croydon’s Core Strategy ENSURE CONSISTENCY
Improvements will be delivered by various parties (Croydon Council as well as public and private sector partners) in phases.
There is therefore a need to coordinate these projects, as well as the ‘business as usual’ renewal of the public realm.
Although the public realm will be in public or private ownership, with different management regimes, there is an ambition to create a seamless environment that is conducive to social interaction,
4 walking and cycling. Masterplans in Croydon Opportunity Area Croydon Council has developed a set of Masterplans for the Croydon Opportunity Area (COA). Together they provide a framework for
WEST improvements in the Opportunity Area and ensure CROYDON public realm schemes are joined up at a strategic EAST level in the COA. CROYDON
The role of the Croydon Public Realm Design Guide is to ensure that public realm schemes are joined up at a detailed design level, as well as cover areas not included in the Masterplans like District Centres.
East Croydon SIMPLIFY MAINTENANCE (Interim Planning Guidance, 2011) The quality of the public realm has a lot to do with how it looks and feels after a few years of use, and West Croydon Croydon Council is responsible for the maintenance (Interim Planning Guidance, 2011) of most areas of public realm. Fairfield (Interim The palette of materials and street furniture Planning Guidance, presented in this Guide is robust, low maintenance, 2012) easily repairable and replaceable, vandal resistant and affordable. Mid-Croydon (Interim Planning Guidance, 2012) The limited palette ensures that Croydon Council Highways department can either store limited Old Town amounts of materials for quick replacements or (Supplementary source products simply '"off the shelf". Planning Document, 2014) Where a material has a long lead time or has a minimum order quantity associated to it, the Council should seek to reach an agreement with the supplier for them to store an amount on behalf of the Council. This will facilitate future maintenance and relieve the pressure on the Council's storage facilities.
5 Input DESIGN DELIVERY MAINTENANCE
Time
Inception Delivery
Interdependencies between design, delivery and maintenance of public realm projects FACILITATE DISCHARGE OF PLANNING CONDITIONS
While Croydon Council will deliver a large proportion of the planned improvements to the public realm in both the Croydon Opportunity Area and the rest of the Borough, this will be complemented by schemes delivered by public and private sector partners.
The Croydon Public Realm Design Guide should be used by all those who are involved in either shaping or looking after Croydon’s public realm, including developers and their consultants.
The Guide will provide these teams with certainty as to what the Council’s expectations are for the public realm in Croydon, thus easing their work and facilitating discharge of planning conditions.
PROCURE BEST RATES
Croydon Public Realm Design Guide will be used as a Guide to appoint Croydon Council’s term contractor and secure standard rates.
Large orders of standard material will also ensure best value is secured. 6 1.2 WHERE DOES IT APPLY? The Public Realm Design Guide sets out a consistent approach and a palette of materials and street furniture for the entire Borough. In addition, three sub-area types within the Borough have also been identified in order to respond to specific circumstances: Croydon Opportunity Area, District and Local Centres, Conservation Areas.
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This Guide is concerned with both the public realm Sevenoaks A227 managed by Croydon Council (whether delivered A road by the Council or adopted), and areas that are owned and/or managed by a private body but TfL Road Network remain publicly accessible. There may be some flexibility in the application of this Guide depending on the specific performance and maintenance requirements of a proposed scheme.
URBAN PARKS AND OPEN SPACE
This Guide covers urban parks, ‘pocket parks’ created in the public realm and some of the hard infrastructure in parks. Design of natural and semi-natural landscapes such as woodlands or heathlands are not managed through this Guide, 8
HamptonFinchleyHarefieldIckenhamHillingdonUxbridgeSouthallWandsworthBarnesSurbitonMordenDagenhamEastIlfordRomfordWansteadWestMaryleboneFinsburyHornseyIslingtonHammersmithKensingtonBeckenhamBromleyCroydonMitchamTheQUEENKentonWillesdenPinnerStepneyWoldinghamTatsfieldBigginWarlinghamKnockholtHalsteadDartfordFriern Ham Ham BarnetHill Dome ELIZABETH II Court Common BRIDGE Park & & Fulham Chelsea but through specific action plans and green space management plans.
Public Realm Areas
CRYSTAL PALACE
NORBURY
Beulah Road Pollards Hill
SOUTH NORWOOD Thornton Heath THORNTON Pond HEATH
Broad Green ADDISCOMBE
Shirley
Brighton Road Selsdon Road
Brighton Road Sandersted Road
NEW ADDINGTON SELSDON
PURLEY Sandersted
Hamsey Green COULSDON
Borough
Croydon Opportunity Area
District Centre
Local Centre
Conservation Area
TfL Road Network 9 1.3 STATUS Croydon Public Realm Design Guide is non- statutory formally adopted Corporate Guidance for all interventions within the public realm.
The Guide is a supplementary document to the relevant British standards, national and regional policies and the Croydon Local Plan.
The Croydon Public Realm Design Guide should be used by all those who are involved in either shaping or looking after Croydon’s public realm including: Croydon Council teams involved in design, delivery and maintenance of public realm projects; developers and their consultants. The Guide is obligatory for all future Council projects.
The application of this guidance will be monitored and, if necessary, the Guide will be reviewed in order to accommodate lessons learnt and new guidance. This is the second edition of the Guide.
10 2.0 DESIGN GUIDELINES 2.1 PRINCIPLES Croydon’s Public Realm Design Guide is underpinned by a set of core principles. It is important that anyone involved in shaping or looking after Croydon’s public realm understands and follows these principles in the work that they do.
12 DESIGNED FOR PEOPLE ATTRACTIVE
SUSTAINABLE
MAINTAINED TO HIGH STANDARDS Croydon public realm will be
PLACE SPECIFIC SAFE AND WELCOMING
13 ATTRACTIVE
▪▪ Projects should be designed to be attractive; to attract users, enhance places, encourage civic pride and care and attract inward investment. ▪▪ A simple palette of quality materials will be delivered through high quality workmanship. ▪▪ The future maintenance regime of any scheme will be considered from the outset to ensure that the public realm remains attractive. ▪▪ Professionals involved in the design of the public realm should normally cooperate and include a landscape architect, architect, engineer or suitably qualified designer as part of the design team.
SUSTAINABLE
▪▪ Materials will be durable, energy efficient and sourced from sustainable, reclaimed, recycled or renewable supplies when possible. ▪▪ The whole life cost of materials will be considered, Croydon including shipping. ▪▪ Designs will prioritise pedestrians, cyclists and public public transport, helping to provide mode choice, realm will especially for local journeys. ▪▪ Open space will be conserved and protected to be encourage biodiversity and natural habitats. ▪▪ SUDS will be retrofitted when possible and incorporated in the design of new spaces.
SAFE AND WELCOMING
For instance: ▪▪ The public realm should be well connected with natural surveillance secured by active frontages, mixed use developments and good sight lines. Cul-de-sacs and blind corners should be avoided. ▪▪ Designed to reduce crime and anti-social behaviours and maintained to stay safe, welcoming and inclusive. ▪▪ Counter terrorism measures will be installed when appropriate.
14 DESIGNED FOR PEOPLE
▪▪ More pedestrian space will be sought in the Croydon Opportunity Area and District and Local Centres. Existing pedestrian space will be protected and enhanced. ▪▪ Designs will encourage more active lifestyles, social interaction and physical and mental wellbeing. ▪▪ Access for disabled people and those with mobility impairments will be provided. ▪▪ Where appropriate, community involvement in the design, maintenance and retrofitting of the public realm will be encouraged. ▪▪ Public realm will be flexible and designed to cater for various uses, including cultural activities and play.
MAINTAINED TO HIGH STANDARDS
▪▪ Streets will be cleaned to a high standard. Croydon ▪▪ Enforcement will be used if necessary to public deter people from littering or other negative environmental actions. realm will ▪▪ Schemes will be designed to be practical to maintain over the medium to long term. be ▪▪ Maintenance programmes will be developed to ensure incremental improvement over time.
PLACE SPECIFIC
▪▪ The public realm will respond to heritage, local character and sense of place. ▪▪ Public art will be sensitively and imaginatively incorporated in high quality architecture or public realm settings; it will be accessible and integrate. ▪▪ Public realm work located in or near heritage assets (Conservation Areas, LASCs, listed and locally listed buildings) should consider the significance of the affected heritage asset and should seek to preserve, enhance and/or better reveal that significance and setting.
15 HEALTHY STREETS FOR LONDON
In 2017 Transport for London (TfL) published a new approach for London streets, focusing on improving air quality, reducing congestion and helping make London's diverse communities greener, healthier and more attractive places to live, work, play and do business.
The document sets out how to put people and their health at the centre of public realm decisions, helping everyone to use cars less and to walk, cycle and use public transport more.
Croydon Council is committed to follow TfL's Healthy Streets principles.
A more detailed guidance on Healthy Streets and wider10 transport Healthy strategy is contained in the adopted Pedestrians from all walks of life Easy to cross Mayor's Transport Strategy (2018). London’s streets should be welcoming Making streets easier to cross is important Streets Indicators places for everyone to walk, spend time to encourage more walking and to connect in and engage in community life. communities. People prefer direct routes and being able to cross streets at their People choose to walk, cycle convenience. Physical barriers and and use public transport fast moving or heavy traffic can make 10 Healthy Streets Indicators (Source: TfL, 2017) streets difficult to cross.
Walking and cycling are the healthiest and Places to stop and rest most sustainable ways to travel, either for whole trips or as part of longer journeys estrians fro destrians from Ped m Pe on public transport. A successful transport A lack of resting places can limit mobility for alks of alks of all w life all w life system encourages and enables more certain groups of people. Ensuring there are Ea Ea r sy r sy ai t ai t people to walk and cycle more often. This places to stop and rest benefits everyone, n o n o a cr a cr will only happen if we reduce the volume including local businesses, as people will be le o le o C ss C ss and dominance of motor traffic and improve more willing to visit, spend time in, or meet the experience of being on our streets. other people on our streets.
S S d h d h Clean air Shade and shelter e a e a x d x d a e a e l l e a e a r r n n l d l d Improving air quality delivers benefits Providing shade and shelter from high winds, e e e s e s for everyone and reduces unfair heavy rain and direct sun enables everybody f h f h e e e e health inequalities. to use our streets, whatever the weather. l l l l t t p p e e o o r r e e People feel safe People feel relaxed P P
T T The whole community should feel A wider range of people will choose to walk h p h p i o n i o comfortable and safe on our streets at all or cycle if our streets are not dominated t n t t a t g s a s g s n s times. People should not feel worried about by motorised traffic, and if pavements and s n e s d o e r d o t t r t t road danger or experience threats to their cycle paths are not overcrowded, dirty, o d s d o d s d o s e n o s e n personal safety. cluttered or in disrepair. e c a e c a e a e a l l P P Not too noisy Things to see and do
P P e e o o Reducing the noise impacts of motor People are more likely to use our streets p sy y l i p is e o le o traffic will directly benefit health, when their journey is interesting and fe n f n e o ee o improve the ambience of street stimulating, with attractive views, buildings, l s to l to af Peopl e to ot sa Pe o t environments and encourage active planting and street art and where other e e choos N fe ople choose t No w travel and human interaction. people are using the street. They will be less alk, cycle and walk, cycle and us t u dependent on cars if the shops and services e public transpor se pub nsport lic tra they need are within short distances so they do not need to drive to get to them. 16 Source: Lucy Saunders
12 10 Healthy Streets Indicators Healthy Streets for London 13 AGREEING A VISION
In 2013 Transport for London's Roads Task Force Wellesley Road, Croydon was highlighted in the Roads developed a Street Types Matrix, illustrated below. Task Force's report (2013) It is a useful tool when agreeing a common vision as having the potential to for a place. A specific street does not necessarily become a "City Street". Steps need to fulfil the same functions pre and post were taken towards delivering this vision (before and after project. However, it is key to the success of a photos below). given project that all stakeholders understand and commit to the vision and that the delivery strategy is coherent overall – all elements are important. For example, both the choice of materials and road geometry should reflect the agreed vision.
Understanding what the final goal is will help shift some streets from one end of the Place spectrum to another, thus supporting the Healthy Streets agenda.
Street Types Matrix (Source: Roads Task Force, 2013)
M3 M3 M3 Movement P1 P2 P3
eg Core eg High eg City Road Road Hub
M2 M2 M2 P1 P2 P3
eg High eg City eg Connector Street Street
M1 M1 M1 P1 P2 P3
eg Local eg Town eg City Street Square Place
Place 17 2.2 SUSTAINABILITY The Croydon Local Plan sets the scene for a sustainable Croydon. In particular, Croydon has a target to achieve a 34% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions on 2005 levels by 2025. Interventions within the public realm should support the creation of an environment that is sustainable through its whole life cycle. An environment that: 1. uses recycled materials and recycles its waste; 2. has a low energy consumption; 3. addresses its own impacts; 4. encourages environmentally friendly behaviours; 5. lasts longer; and finally that - 6. takes into account socioeconomic sustainability.
18 USES RECYCLED MATERIAL AND RECYCLES ITS WASTE Tree trunks provide informal REUSE ANY WASTE THAT IT PRODUCES play opportunities in St John's Memorial Garden Existing paving, kerbs and street furniture should be reused wherever possible, depending on specifics of a scheme, brief and design concept.
For example, waste arising from tree works should be converted into either usable millable timber, cordwood or wood chips.
USE MATERIAL WITH LOW EMBODIED ENERGY
Preference should be given to materials with a low embodied energy using recycled and local materials.
For example asphalt with recycled aggregates will be favoured. While natural stone will be used in sensitive contexts, man made paving is often better for environmental reasons. Solar powered parking meters in Queen’s Gardens HAS A LOW ENERGY CONSUMPTION
The need for power supply should be eliminated where possible.
Intelligent infrastructures should be powered from renewable energy sources.
Lighting should be energy efficient.
ADDRESSES ITS OWN IMPACT
SUDS PROVISION
Croydon is ranked the 4th settlement in England most susceptible to surface water flooding (Defra, 2009). Croydon Local Plan states that flood risks
19 should be tackled "by making space for water and SUDS components in the utilising sustainable urban drainage systems." street may include: ▪▪ Permeable pavement Croydon Strategic Flood Risk Assessment or ▪▪ Tree planting SFRA (joint with the Boroughs of Wandsworth, ▪▪ Tree trenches Merton and Sutton) and Croydon Surface Water ▪▪ Bioretention systems Management Plan can be used to guide which (rain gardens) ▪▪ Filter drains to collect SUDS will be the most suitable based on site water and treat specific considerations. Specific SUDS related pollution policies and considerations can be found in the ▪▪ Detention basins Croydon Local Plan (adopted in early 2018), as well ▪▪ Hard ‘basins’ ▪▪ Swales as in the London Plan. The Croydon Lead Local ▪▪ Pools, ponds, canals, Flood Authority (LLFA) has also produced further rills and runnels guidance on the requirements for sustainable ▪▪ Surface water drainage proposals supporting planning drainage soakaways and infiltration systems permissions (available on Croydon Council's website: https://www.croydon.gov.uk/environment/ flood-water/advice-to-planning-applicants ).
Croydon Council 's SUDSguidance should be applied alongside the ones contained in TfL's 2016 SUDS in London Guide and Ciria's SUDS manual.
All public realm schemes should explore early on whether it would be beneficial to have SUDS integrated in the design in collaboration with relevant Croydon's flood and drainage officers.
If SUDS are to be successfully incorporated in public realm proposals, a SUDS consultant should Deculverting the River be brought on board as this is a specialised area of Wandle in Wandle Park expertise. helped to restore the river's ecosystem. DEALS WITH POLLUTION AND CONTRIBUTES TO A HEALTHY ECOSYSTEM
Proposals should seek to maximise the provision of soft landscaping including green walls, green roofs and trees.
Schemes should seek to maintain, repair or create a new healthy ecosystem where the original one had been interfered with or damaged.
20 Schemes that include trees and soft landscaping The Connect2 between dealing with some of the pollution created by vehicle Wandle Park and Park Hill encourages walking and movement within the public realm will be preferred. cycling
ENCOURAGES ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY BEHAVIOURS
MOVEMENTS
Sustainable transport modes should be encouraged. This might be done through - but is not limited to - the provision of continuous, accessible walking and cycling routes; wayfinding and cycle parking facilities; infrastructure for electric vehicles, by providing more space for car clubs and improving the bus network.
RECYCLING
Recycling bins should be part of an agreed layout for street furniture and be integrated into the design from early stages.
LASTS LONGER
ROBUST
Consideration should be given to supply, durability, longevity and ease of replacement or replication of the materials and products being used.
ADAPTABLE (INCLUDING CLIMATE CHANGE)
Schemes should be designed to address their current use but also take into account that this use might change in the near future.
Adequate measures should be put in place to manage higher temperatures and reduce impact of weather extremes (both heat and cold conditions), including:
21 ▪▪ the provision of street trees, small open spaces and green or living roofs and walls; ▪▪ natural water resources such as ponds, rivers and flood balancing lakes should be protected and upgraded; ▪▪ low water use planting and landscaping reducing or eliminating the need for supplementary water from irrigation; ▪▪ parking areas for over 10 places should be shaded by trees as good practice for climate change mitigation and introduce greenery into the streetscape.
TAKES INTO ACCOUNT SOCIOECONOMIC SUSTAINABILITY
Social and economic aspects should be considered in the design of public realm to ensure that places and connections will support local economic development, equality and diversity; as well as being safe and helping to prevent anti-social behaviour. In line with these aims the design of the public realm should:
▪▪ consider the wider urban context to identify key uses of the relevant spaces; ▪▪ create a sense of ownership; The temporary "Ideas' Shop" along South End helped build ▪▪ strive to enhance and support local economic a sense of ownership of the activities; public realm proposals that ▪▪ support diversity of use by taking into account were about to be delivered. the needs of all ages, backgrounds and physical abilities; ▪▪ recognise the multiplicity of overlapping land uses that occur in urban areas; ▪▪ support accessibility and connectivity - by helping to create permeable, joined up places ▪▪ accommodate change.
Food Festival along South End. The built programme was adjusted to allow the yearly festival to happen.
22 2.3 ACTIVATING THE PUBLIC REALM Croydon’s public realm should create the conditions to facilitate diverse uses, during the day and evening, weekdays and weekends, summer and winter. The design of the public realm should consider how it can enable activity, for example by providing lasting infrastructure such as power, water, digital connectivity or access facilities to support temporary and regular events. Proposed uses should build on existing activities, and work with what is already there. 23 MAKING THE SPACE
▪▪ Croydon’s public realm should provide a variety of spaces that can host a diverse range of activities.
▪▪ The scale, size and form of spaces should be designed with future uses in mind, to complement rather than replicate the Temporary Crazy Golf on surrounding offer. Caithness Walk
▪▪ Design considerations should include how public realm can support adjacent occupiers, for example by providing space for outdoor eating, performances, play or respite.
PROVIDING THE INFRASTRUCTURE
▪▪ The infrastructure necessary to host activities or hold events should be integrated into public Market Day along New realm schemes from the start. This should range Addington’s Central Parade from stages and shelters to power and water supplies.
▪▪ Access to and use of utilities should be integrated with management and maintenance plans.
PROGRAMMING USES
▪▪ The public realm should be designed to help Wandle Park opening day enable community events and business activity. WHAT’S ON IN CENTRAL PARADE You are invited IN THE SQUARE 13TH – 18TH DECEMBER ALL EVENTS FREE COME OUTSIDE FOR A WEEK OF EVENTS Little Stars Nursery ▪▪ Proposed activities should be heldsocially on Family Cinema Carols in the Square
With SingCR0nise, Saturday 17th December Father Christmas LET’S GET MOVING Dance with Grace Sunday 18th December The Snowman and more! TUESDAY 13TH DECEMBER sustainable, self-sufficient, and viable. They 11AM & 1.15PM Central Parade hot drinks & ginger bread BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE PEOPLE’S CARNIVAL should respond to existingTuesday needs 13th – Monday 19th and December build on ᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐ New Addington is full of things to do, for young and old 4'((C&D6,&B)(%(*'%& alike. For one week, many of the events and activities that go on established initiatives. around the area are coming outside and into the square. Tea Dance MAN OF STEEL !"#$%&'"(&%')#*+(%'&,-* Thursday 15th December: 11am – 1pm .*&/(0&122.*+'#*3 All activities free and family friendly 4-'5)2-6&78'"&9(:(,;()&&&&&&&&&&<=>?@AB, Newcomers and beginners welcome ᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐᪐ ▪▪ Public realm should open up opportunities for HEALTHY LIVING AND EATING small entrepreneurial ventures by activating Good Food Matters 8.9/*01&!,314565%75. !"#$% LAUNCH LUNCH TUESDAY 13TH DECEMBER social networks such as markets and music. +*,-./*01&2,314565%75.1 &'()'*%"#$% 11AM 1.30PM
MARKET OPEN AS USUAL MOUVA BROWN OF C.A.L.A.T. PRESENTS THE ProgrammeEvery Tuesday & Friday of events in NewOUTER LONDON Addington’s CentralCake Decorating ParadeFUND !"#$%&'(%#$$)%)*$ Wednesday 14th December 10am PARADE PASTORS &%+,-$'(./%0,$1$'!$ -'%!$'),&.%0&,&($ 2-3pm Tuesday 13th December From 13th–18th December many of the activities that go on in and around 24 6pm Friday 16th December Central Parade are coming outside and into the square welcoming regulars, newcomers and passersby alike. Pick up a leaflet in one of the shops or drop by the Octagon for a full calendar. Hot drinks, heat lamps and shelter provided so come along whatever the weather!
Dancersize with YELO Dance Studio Assemble, the OLF design team currently working on improvements to the Central Parade area will be there every day and look forward to meeting you to hear your thoughts about the changes you would like to see in your Town Centre.
Extra details & events released on-line on Monday 12th: Wednesday 14th December 6pm www.newaddingtontoday.co.uk 2.4 PUBLIC REALM ‘IN WAITING’ AND MEANWHILE USES Significant areas of Croydon’s public realm are set to be transformed through regeneration, but it is just as important that areas awaiting transition contribute positively to the public realm in the interim. The provision of temporary public realm both before and during construction is encouraged where it acts as a stepping stone to something more permanent.
25 TRIALLING PUBLIC REALM PROJECTS
When it is possible and necessary to organise a temporary trial before delivering a permanent solution it should be done.
Likewise, if a series of similar projects are being progressed, their delivery should be staggered so that pilot scheme(s) inform the larger programme.
In both cases, the trial and precursor project(s) should be used as an opportunity to test and refine options, limiting risk for the completed project(s).
Precursors can also act as a platform for meaningful community engagement and in turn build a sense of ownership and improve patterns of behavior.
Far left: testing the closure of Croydon High Street to vehicles, including temporary installations.
Left: pilot ground art by Ruskin Square. This was delivered as part of a larger programme of Ground Art.
DEVELOPMENT SITES
Where sites are awaiting redevelopment, meanwhile uses should be considered to help fill the gap. Temporary uses that can help test demand for certain aspects of the planned development will be especially supported.
These two sites at Reeves Corner have been have been identified for infill developments in the Old Town Masterplan.
26 CONSTRUCTION SITES
Where development is phased over long periods, interim uses should be considered.
Hoardings should do more than advertise, by for example testing building lines, opening vistas into future routes, becoming usable features for seating, play or as an opportunity for temporary public art installations.
Wayfinding and lighting should be integrated into imaginative hoarding designs.
Far left: Box Park occupies part of the Ruskin Square redevelopment site, activating this key frontage while it lies vacant.
Left: Saffron Central Growing Community project on the former site of Taberner House.
VACANT BUILDINGS
Vacant buildings, particularly ground floor retail units, impact negatively on the public realm. Bringing these spaces back into use restores active frontages, makes a positive contribution to the public realm, and invigorates retail areas. Cultural, enterprise and educational uses are encouraged in partnership with existing local organisations.
Temporary use of shops opposite Croydon Minster (consultation and community activities) and along Church Street (startups).
27 2.5 PLAY The public realm is for everyone and therefore provision should be made for play. This can be through formally designated spaces or informal provision. Play provision should be inviting, imaginative and stimulating. Street furniture can be designed to double-up as play equipment. Natural objects and planting should be integrated into play space so children are given the chance to enjoy their shapes, colours and textures. When designing play equipment, the maintenance responsibility and adequate inspection and repair budgets should be identified and planned.
28 EDUCATION AND WELLBEING
▪▪ Play is fun and good for people as it involves physical and mental exertion, socialising and getting some fresh air if it occurs outside.
▪▪ Forms of physical play should encourage experiences of swinging, jumping, climbing, balancing and the built environment.
▪▪ Play spaces are designed to provide challenging physical experiences for children and children should be able to make their own Skate park in Wandle Park risk assessments when it comes to using play equipment.
▪▪ Reasonable safety standards still apply to all play provisions and appropriate impact absorbing surfaces should be installed where required.
INCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE
▪▪ The public realm is for people of all ages and therefore provisions should be made to encourage a variety of play options within the public realm. Outdoor gym in Lloyd Park ▪▪ Play spaces that appeal to children of all ages should be designed to provide a variety of play opportunities from the more physically demanding to the more gentle and intellectual.
▪▪ A significant proportion of inclusive play equipment should be provided for different needs and types of disabilities/abilities. Furthermore, parents and carers who are themselves disabled should also be able to gain access to play spaces if they are to accompany their children.
▪▪ Outdoor gyms that test balance and strength, designed for teens and adults should be Play area in Wandle Park considered in parks. Their provision is
29 recommended as a way of promoting healthy living.
▪▪ When designing horizontal surfaces in the public realm, patterns can be used to enable playing chess and other board games in order to encourage people of all ages to spend time outdoors, socialise, have some fun and gain some mental stimulus.
FORMS OF PLAY Informal play element along ▪▪ Natural materials and surfaces are preferred in Caithness Walk play areas borough wide. Natural features such as logs, planting and rocks should be integrated into play areas. This gives children the chance to enjoy the shapes, colours and textures of natural elements and increase the visual attractiveness of play spaces for all to enjoy.
▪▪ Designing play opportunities into public realm in addition to formally designated play areas is supported. Multifunctional play objects integrated in the built environment are especially encouraged in Croydon Opportunity Area, district and local centres. Integration of street art and play is especially encouraged in these A boulder provides an locations. informal opportunity for play in St John Memorial Garden ▪▪ Play areas should also incorporate educational elements related to local heritage and natural resources.
AREA SPECIFICS
▪▪ Hard, abrupt boundaries to play areas should be minimized when possible to assist the integration of a play space in to its surroundings balanced against the need to ensure that play spaces are appropriately safe and secure.
Play street event in Croydon
30 2.6 PUBLIC ART Art plays the role of enriching the public realm. Through visual expression, it can stimulate the mind and surprise and delight the senses. Public art should be commissioned sensitively so that it sits appropriately within and responds to its surroundings. However those who commission it should be prepared for the fact that for art to achieve a depth of expression, it sometimes must break with convention. 31 ART IN THE PUBLIC REALM
▪▪ Public art is a means of bringing art to everyone so that it is not just experienced by people who visit museums and galleries but becomes part of everyday life with no financial charge. ▪▪ Public Art is encouraged in new developments and Croydon Council supports the introduction of innovative art components in public realm Stimulating the imagination: schemes and into landscape design proposals. window into the past on Gillett Road, Thornton Heath ▪▪ Art in the public realm should enhance the visual and spatial experience of the public realm and stimulate the imagination. ▪▪ It can be two or three dimensional and can appeal to the senses through imaginative use of colour, light, proportions, texture, sounds and movement. Interactive and participatory art installations are encouraged. ▪▪ Multifunctional installations integrated into the overall design narrative and design concept will Interactive art: peeping be preferred (for example art as paving, seating through St Michael’s Church’s or play element). rose window, West Croydon ▪▪ Art installations that address specific issues and its context as part of the overall design will be particularly supported. ▪▪ Murals (paint only) that cannot be interpreted as advertisements are permitted development and do not need planning permission or advertisement consent. Usual consents for listed buildings still apply. Three dimensional art along Surrey Street
Temporary interactive 'Light Light and mural to brighten Art to deal with unsightly Art Trail' along St George's the space below the Jubilee conditioning units along Walk bridge at Reeves’ Corner Surrey Street
32 PLACE AND COMMUNITY SPECIFIC
Good public art contributes positively towards local character and distinctiveness of areas. It should be designed to respond to its context.
Far left: Village bell at Broad Green, London Road
Right: wall art by Ruskin Parade, Selsdon Road. The graphics allude to aspects of local history and landscape
The process of creation of an artwork provides opportunities to engage with the local communities, whether in its design, construction or production. As well as being a valuable experience in itself, it can increase the sense of ownership and pride in the artwork, the wider public realm and the place in which it is located.
Far left: famous Croydon residents chosen by public vote stand by this bench
Right: involving the community in creating artwork in Thornton Heath
Existing bespoke elements often already exist in the public realm. Priority should be given to restoring historic art features before delivering new ones.
Far left: existing memorial wall integrated in the streetscape at Surrey Street
Right: existing hand made clay plate along Wellesley Road 33 BESPOKE ELEMENTS AND LIFE SPAN
Any bespoke element will be treated as an art installation and the following will apply:
▪▪ It should be robust and vandal-proof.
▪▪ If the art installation is the Council’s responsibility and no specific agreement has been put in place This piece of granite in South it should be assumed that no maintenance will Norwood has been designed to stand the test of time be carried out to it and it will be removed once damaged.
▪▪ If a standard replacement needs to be provided (bespoke seating needing to be replaced by a standard bench when at the end of its life) this should be planned for from the outset and the standard replacement type specified.
▪▪ Public art can be a permanent or temporary Bespoke pavers in South End to be replaced by standard ones at feature of the urban realm. Arrangements to the end of their life remove temporary art installations after their agreed life span comes to an end must be in place from the start.
Far left: bespoke pavers in South End. They will be replaced by standard ones at the end of their life.
Bespoke seating on Dingwall roundabout. If damaged they will need to be replaced by an off-the-shelf element
Robust and vandal-proof Year of the Bus 2014. 2011 Riots’ anniversary. bespoke street furniture at Sculptures were installed in The House of Reeves was College Square Croydon after having been in covered with photos from the Central London community . 34 2.7 COUNTER TERRORISM Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) has emerged as a pressing challenge with significant consequences on public realm design, particularly for Croydon’s key civic spaces. The guiding principle should always be to ensure HVM strategies and measures are fully integrated into the public realm design in a holistic manner which ensures the appropriate level of security while avoiding the creation of hostile urban environments.
35 WHEN TO CONSIDER HVM MITIGATION MEASURES?
▪▪ Key stakeholders should be engaged at the earliest opportunity to assess whether HVM measures are needed for a specific project or site.
▪▪ These must include the appropriate regional or national Metropolitan Police Counter Terrorism Security Adviser, Croydon Council’s Planning and Strategic Transport teams and TfL if measures are proposed on the Transport for JASPAR principles London Road Network. J ustifiable A ppropriate ▪▪ The development of mitigation strategies should S ustainable be guided by the JASPAR principles. P ractical ▪▪ HVM strategies must be integrated into the A ffordable design from an early stage to avoid retrofitting R easonable when possible.
HOLISTIC AND LAYERED
Any HVM strategy must be holistic and layered to ensure it is robust and integrated to create safe and welcoming spaces.
▪▪ Holistic - it should combine a set of measures of different types: physical (e.g. bollards, fencing, furniture, public art), electronic (e.g. CCTV) and procedural (e.g. bag search, liquids and gel ban, metal detector, traffic management).
▪▪ Layered - it should be implemented (if practical) Layered approach principles (Source: CPNI, 2014)
36 on a series geographical layers - district /site / threshold /asset.
EXAMPLES OF COMPONENTS PART OF A HVM STRATEGY
Design approach will need to consider any adverse impacts upon pedestrian flows.
Below are some examples of physical components of a HVM strategy. This list is not exhaustive.
VERTICAL ELEMENTS: STREET FURNITURE, PUBLIC ART (TEMPORARY OR PERMANENT)
Purpose built off the Customisation of Entirely bespoke shelf HVM barriers and existing approved bollards product /clad version
They are tested and Bollards that contribute Approach is supported. meet specific HVM positively to the public Designers should factor standards. Use of off realm will be preferred in potentially longer lead the shelf HVM barriers times and higher costs. and bollard should be It might be prohibitive if minimised needs to meet specific HVM standards
1200mm max Spacing of HVM bollards. (measured at 600mm or highest point if object <600mm) This is the only case where it is desirable and necessary to have obstructions less than 1500mm apart as normally 500mm required (see Chapter 3.0 (minimum) Road Geometry)
37 VERTICAL, TOPOGRAPHICAL CHANGES AND PUBLIC ART
A combination of vertical elements, topographical changes and public art might offer the best opportunity to integrate successfully HVM in the public realm.
The water feature in Darling Example of topographical The water feature on Market Harbour, Sydney changes changes integrated in the Square in Nottingham, in levels, creating an HVM landscape to create an HVM combines vertical elements barrier barrier and changes in levels, creating an HVM barrier TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
This might include for example vehicle exclusion zone, traffic calming methods, or looking at the street pattern.
HVM STANDARDS International IWA The standards IWA 14, PAS68 and PAS170 set 14-1:2013 out the testing requirements for HVM objects. Due to the high cost and extensive site preparation, meeting these will only be appropriate to protect BSi PAS 68 particularly high risk assets. NON-HVM OBJECT: PAS 170-1:2017 38 DESIGNER CHECKLIST
The Centre for Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) has put together the following checklist for HVM mitigation strategies.
1 ▪▪ Identify stakeholders 2 ▪▪ Consider liability and due diligence 3 ▪▪ Assess threat to the site and its adjacent buildings 4 ▪▪ Seek advice from CPNI, CTSAs and / or security professionals where necessary 5 ▪▪ Walk the site to gain first hand experience as a user - consider desire lines 6 ▪▪ Apply appropriate tools & techniques to understand pedestrian movement 7 ▪▪ Understand the importance of site observation work and other assessment
STAGE 1 PREPARATION 1 STAGE methods 8 ▪▪ Consider the strengths and weaknesses of computer modelling 9 ▪▪ Review planning implications for wider area scheme 10 ▪▪ Trial pedestrian flows on site alongside a computer simulation to ‘stress test’ design layouts 11 ▪▪ Consider wider strategic security proposal if applicable 12 ▪▪ Explore options for asset re-location to mitigate the threat 13 ▪▪ Assess possibility of security measures extending beyond the client’s ownership boundary 14 ▪▪ Liaise with adjacent landowners to explore wider scale opportunities 15 ▪▪ Review requirement for security as an integral part of the design brief
16 ▪▪ Sympathetic approach to public realm function and appearance 17 ▪▪ Holistic approach to HVM, consider future flexibility and evolving threats 18 ▪▪ Remember Four Cs - Capacity, Comfort, Convenience and Conflict 19 ▪▪ Ensure strategic site planning and layout doesn’t compromise security 20 ▪▪ Develop proposals in the context of existing or proposed local security strategies and plans STAGE 2 DESIGN 2 STAGE 21 ▪▪ Explore opportunities for play, arts and culture 22 ▪▪ Explore potential for multi-functional elements 23 ▪▪ Clearly define boundaries to publicly accessible areas 24 ▪▪ Review opportunities for vehicular approach and access management 25 ▪▪ Consider the adoption of proposals and potential implications of ongoing maintenance 26 ▪▪ Design with maintenance in mind
27 ▪▪ Implement continual assessment of HVM measures against current threats 28 ▪▪ Consider preparation of formal management plan 29 ▪▪ Coordinate management plan with other local strategic plans 30 ▪▪ Periodically review measures against changing threats or other varying circumstances STAGE 3 USE 3 STAGE 31 ▪▪ Fully inform management and operators of site maintenance requirements 32 ▪▪ Consider contingency plans
39 40 3.0 ROAD GEOMETRY
41 This chapter does not intend to replace existing guidance but highlights key aspects designers should have particular regard to when designing public realm projects.
42 3.1 PEDESTRI ANS Design tools should be used to create environments which will encourage people to use outdoor facilities and shift towards sustainable modes of transport. Croydon is committed to inclusive design in accordance with the London Plan: public realm should be accessible to all regardless of age or ability.
43 INCLUSIVE MOBILITY AND WIDTHS
Minimum width requirements of various users (Source: DfT, 2002, Inclusive Mobility).
700mm Person using no walking aid.
750mm Person with a walking stick.
900mm Person with crutches, walking frame or wheelchair user.
1100mm Person with long cane or assistance dog.
1200mm Person being guided by another one. Parent walking with a child.
1500mm Wheelchair user and pedestrian either side by side or passing each other. If 2,000 width is not ▪▪ In compliance with the 2010 Equality achievable because of physical constraints 1500mm Act Croydon’s public realm should could be regarded as the not be unreasonably difficult for minimum acceptable under disabled persons to make use of it. most circumstances. 2000mm Two wheelchairs can pass ▪▪ An absolute minimum clear footway one another comfortably. width of 1.5m should be left to This should be regarded as allow unobstructed pedestrian use. the minimum under normal circumstances. Where narrower paths already exist that cannot be widened, 3000mm Minimum desirable width by suitable alternatives will need to be bus stops. considered, including the creation of 3500mm Minimum desirable width by a shared surface. shops. 44 STREET FURNITURE AND LAMP COLUMNS POSITIONING
▪▪ Street furniture will be positioned at least 450mm from the kerb face (at least 800mm for lamp columns).
▪▪ Street lighting should ideally be located at the back of the footway in order to future-proof any kerb alignment change and provide adequate illumination to pedestrian areas.
▪▪ Priority should be given to have a clear space between buildings and the street furniture zone ≥ 1200mm and preferably ≥ 2000mm . Once this minimum clear width is reached, it becomes Diagram showing positioning acceptable to locate street furniture up to and dimensions of clear zone 800mm from the kerb face. and street furniture zone
▪▪ By bus stops and shops the clear width needs to be 3000 and 3500mm respectively before it becomes acceptable to locate street furniture up to 800mm from the kerb face. More detail is contained within the TfL Accessible Bus Stop Design Guidance (2017).
45 PEDESTRIAN COMFORT Next page: Pedestrian comfort levels on footways in ▪▪ Pedestrians will be given at least the same level people per metre per minute (ppmm) (Source: TfL, 2010, of consideration than vehicles. A road would Pedestrian Comfort Guidance not be designed under capacity. The same for London). principles will be applied to pedestrians on Croydon’s streets.
▪▪ Levels of pedestrian comfort as listed in TfL’s 2010 document (Pedestrian Comfort Guidance for London) will be met. Where they are not, footways should be widened, decluttered or Guidance on applying Pedestrian Comfort Levels in different area types suitable alternatives will need to be considered.
▪▪ DeclutteringFigure 9 summarises of unnecessary, which Pedestrian Comfort damaged Level isand suitable poor for differentGuidance area types for differentfor use areas qualityin the peak elements hour, and for is the encouraged Average Maximum to helpActivity creating level. This table informstype (Source: the comments TfL, 2010, agenerated more accessible by the spreadsheet. and welcoming environment. Pedestrian Comfort Guidance for London).
HIGH STREET OFFICE AND RESIDENTIAL TOURIST TRANSPORT RETAIL ATTRACTION INTERCHANGE
Peak Ave of Peak Ave of Peak Ave of Peak Ave of Peak Ave of
Max Max Max Max Max
A COMFORTABLE COMFORTABLE COMFORTABLE COMFORTABLE COMFORTABLE B+ B ACCEPTABLE ACCEPTABLE ACCEPTABLE B- AT RISK ACCEPTABLE AT RISK ACCEPTABLE C+ UNACCEPTABLE/ AT RISK AT RISK UNACCEPTABLE/ C- UNCOMFORTABLE AT RISK AT RISK UNCOMFORTABLE AT RISK AT RISK D UNACCEPTABLE/ E UNCOMFORTABLE Peak and Average The “at risk” The “at risk” Peak and Average The “at risk” of Maximum level is set at a level is set at a of Maximum level is set at a Activity levels lower PCL during lower PCL than Activity levels lower PCL during have similar the Average of peak flows in have similar the Average of guidance as Maximum Activity Residential Areas guidance as Maximum Activity people visiting than peak flows. to reflect the people visiting than peak flows. retail areas This is because short time this tourist areas This is because stated they of the greater is likely to occur. are likely to of the greater were particularly number of single A site visit to be particularly number of single sensitive to travellers and the Residential sites sensitive to travellers and the crowding. short duration of is particularly crowding short duration of maximum activity. important to maximum activity. check if there is school activity or a bus stand in the area. Figure 9 Guidance for different area types 46
14 Pedestrian Comfort Levels (PCL) on Footways
PCL A COMFORTABLE FOR COMFORTABLEALL AREAS FOR ALL AREAS Comfortable
A+ < 3ppmm A 3 to 5 ppmm A- 6 to 8 ppmm < 3% Restricted Movement 13% Restricted Movement 22% Restricted Movement
The pedestrian pedestrian environment environment is very comfortableis very comfortable at PCL A+ to with A- with plenty plenty of of spacespace for for people people to walk to walk at the at speed the and speedthe route and that thethey routechoose. that they choose. PCL B B+ RECOMMENDED B+ RECOMMENDED MINIMUM FOR MINIMUM ALL AREAS FOR ALL AREAS
B+ 9 to 11ppmm B 12 to 14ppmm B- 15 to 17 ppmm 31% Restricted Movement 41% Restricted Movement 50% Restricted Movement
PCL B+ is the recommended level of comfort for all area types. This level provides enough space for normal walking B+speed provides and some enough choice in space routes taken.for normal walking speed and some choice in routes taken. At B and B- normalAt PCL B walkingand PCL B-speed normal is walkingstill possible speed is but still possibleconflicts but conflictsbecome are more becoming frequent. more frequentIn retail and, areas, in retail people areas, startpeople avoiding start to consider the area. avoiding the area.
PCL C INCREASINGLY UNCOMFORTABLEINCREASINGLY UNCOMFORTABLE
C+ 18 to 20ppmm C 21 to 23 ppmm C- 24 to 26 ppmm 59% Restricted Movement 69% Restricted Movement 78% Restricted Movement The pedestrian pedestrian environment environment is becoming is increasingly increasingly uncomfortable,uncomfortable, with thewith majority the majority of people of experiencing people conflict or experiencingcloseness with other conflict pedestrians with andother bi-directional pedestrians movement and lack becoming of personal difficult. space. Bidirectional movement become difficult.
PCL D or EVERY UNCOMFORTABLE VERY UNCOMFORTABLE AtPeople PCL D walking have veryspeeds little are restricted andpersonal reduced spaceand there and are speed difficulties in bypassingand movement slower pedestrians is very or moving in reverse flows. restricted. Bypassing slower pedestrians becomes At PCL E people have very little personal spacedifficult. and speed Extreme and movement difficulties is very restricted.are experienced Extreme difficulties if moving are in
Uncomfortable experienced if moving in reverse flows. D 27 to 35ppmm E >35 ppmm reverse flows. 100% Restricted Movement 100% Restricted Movement
Figure 8 Pedestrian Comfort Levels on Footways 47 13 impaired users impaired accessible for all for accessible with carriagewaywith present to guide him) guide to present Thornton Heath library: be straight and at grade. Far left: a kerb should be crossings to help visually included on all staggered find the second part of the second part of the find Left: a guide dog unable to staggered crossing (no kerb kerb staggered crossing (no Pedestrian crossingsPedestrian should Refuge island should be level
A A should be applied. be should
A A A A Where a staggered crossing is necessary, a kerb should be included in the design help to visually impaired users. Where possible pedestrian crossings should be straight, subject safety to audit. Pedestrians a possibility should have grade at of withoutmovement, clutter and architectural barriers in the form stairs, e.g. steps, of street clutter or poor quality surfaces. Thedesign public of realm and buildings should support social inclusion. The guidance in Inclusive Mobility (DfT, 2002) When an aspect a public of realm prevents suitable a it, from benefiting from people some alternative should be provided. ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS PEDESTRIAN LEVELS AND DISABLED USERS ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ 48
A A CROSSFALLS
▪▪ Crossfall on footways, while necessary to provide drainage, can make it difficult for wheelchair users if too great. The following guidelines should be followed:
▪▪ The minimum crossfall for a footway being within public highway is 1:40 and the maximum permissible is 1:20 (although this is to be avoided where possible). Precise detailing at vehicle crossovers can allow to minimise extent of the ▪▪ Crossfalls shallower than 1:40 will result crossfall change in poor drainage of surface water form the footway surface.
▪▪ Variable crossfall, such as may be found when travelling along a street with vehicle cross-overs, can be irritating as it affects the steering of wheelchair users and can also cause problems for people with walking difficulties. Solutions that allow to minimise this will be supported.
KERB HEIGHTS
▪▪ Kerbs and pavement levels along public transport facilities should be elevated in order to enable level access to vehicles such as buses or taxis.
▪▪ A kerb of 60mm or greater is recommended to ensure it is detectable by blind and partially sighted people. (UCL, 2009)
Kerb heights Where Kerb height tram stops to be determined by TfL Trams. bus stops 100 to 140mm (ideally 125-140mm) dropped kerbs max 5mm bullnose (square edge if flush) all other kerbs max 125mm standard 115mm below 60mm design needs to consider alternative solution for blind & visually impaired 49 ▪▪ Where a kerb lower than 60mm is proposed, close consultation with the Access Officer and relevant disability groups will need to inform the design.
▪▪ Design solution might include the creation of a "safe space" also sometimes called "comfort space" (DfT, 2011).
▪▪ Where the carriageway is levelled with the footway, it should be delineated through colour contrast and /or change of texture, as well as appropriate warning tactile paving at either end of the area.
Far left: New Street, Brighton. Gully and tactile paving create a "safe zone"
Left: Lansdowne Road. A strip of tactile paving ensures visually impaired users will know they are about to cross the carriageway
50 3.2 CYCLISTS Croydon has the greatest potential for cycling and walking. This is because we make a great many short journeys by car that could easily be walked or cycled given the right conditions. To help put this right, improved and progressive cycle provision must be integrated into all public realm improvement schemes and new developments. 51 KEY DIMENSIONS FOR CYCLING
▪▪ A maximum cross fall of 1:40 is recommended for paths used for cycles (as for pedestrians, see previous chapter).
▪▪ The minimum height clearance for cyclists should be 2.4 metres.
▪▪ Mandatory cycle lanes should be at least 1.5m wide to accommodate all types of cyclists safely including disabled cyclists.
▪▪ A 0.5m safety zone to prevent ‘dooring’ by motorists is also desirable where a cycle route is located along parking spaces.
▪▪ Where bollards or kerb upstands are used across a pathway to prevent access to motor vehicles the distance between two bollards, or gaps between kerb upstands, should be of 1.5m.
▪▪ Where cyclists share the space with general motor traffic the preferred lane dimension is either: ▪▪ >4 meters (enough space for a motorised vehicle and a cyclist to pass one another comfortably); or: ▪▪ <3.2 meters (so overtaking is not possible).
▪▪ Where lane widths are between 3.2 and 4 metres due to existing constraints and other priorities, consideration should be given to discouraging dangerous overtaking through design and other speed management measures.
52 SUPPORTING GUIDANCE ON CYCLING
CROYDON’S For matters not covered by this Guide, the CYCLING STRATEGY 2018-23 publications below can be used as further guidance on designing cycling facilities: ON OUR BIKES ▪▪ Croydon’s Cycling Strategy 2018-23 (Croydon Realising Croydon’s cycling potential Council, 2018) CROYDON CYCLING STRATEGY 2018-2023 ▪▪ A Guide to Inclusive Cycling (Wheels for Wellbeing, 2017) 2014 EDITION ▪▪ London Cycle Design Standards (Transport for London, 2014) LONDON CYCLING DESIGN STANDARDS MAYOR OF LONDON
Cycle and pedestrian crossing opposite the Minster
53 3.3 PARKING For parallel parking, parking bays on Croydon streets will be designed using the following requirements: Cars parked on London Road PARALLEL PARKING
▪▪ Parking bay length should be: locations preferred mimimum High Street
intermediate bays 5.5m 5.8m 6m end bays 4.5m 5m 5.5m
Parking bay length, parallel parking
▪▪ On High Street type locations and especially on bus routes the parking bays are longer in order to minimise the delay to traffic when drivers are manoeuvring into the bays.
PARALLEL PARKING BAY WIDTH
Parking bay width should be mimimum 2m. However in special circumstances and in discussion with LBC Highways, 1.8 metres width might be considered.
54 4.0 PALETTE OF MATERIALS The following chapter sets out the specific palette of materials that all schemes delivered in Croydon should use. This is critical to achieving a consistent, high quality and well-maintained public realm in Croydon.
56 4.1 SURFACE MATERI ALS Surface materials should be seen as an integral element of creating, regenerating and revitalising places and spaces, ensuring cohesion and continuity. In order to achieve this, a limited palette with materials that are simple, robust, appropriate to the local character and fit for purpose should be used. 57 GENERAL GUIDELINES ▪▪ The selection of surface material should support a place’s local identity and choice should take in to account safety, maintenance regime, and coherence with a wider public realm context.
▪▪ Where possible, significant historic surfaces should be refurbished and retained.
▪▪ Vehicle overrun on footways should be designed out where possible. However, in areas where it might happen, reinforced materials and adequate technical solutions should be applied, such as: reinforced paving, widened kerbs, an increased flag thickness, alternative bedding and jointing type, mesh reinforcement or grass cells.
▪▪ Where appropriate, skid resistance should be assessed, for example when using natural stone on trafficked areas.
▪▪ Resurfacing schemes should include areas of private forecourt where the public are able to walk across freely (in dialogue with the relevant landowner). This will ensure footway materials are unified from the back of the kerb to the Areas of footways along building edge. Future maintenance will accord Lansdowne Road where with the Council’s model. Where this happens, vehicular overrun was the boundary between public and private space anticipated were treated should be subtly marked. accordingly with granite setts
▪▪ Wherever possible, replaced surface materials should be reused on site or recycled.
PAVING
▪▪ Clear detailing and high quality workmanship are essential to minimise the cutting of paving units.
▪▪ Where mortar infill is applied, natural sand and cement, free from dye, should be used. Cutting should be very precise and kept to minimum to avoid large infills. 58 Corners should be tiled in the simplest way to keep cutting to absolute minimum. Junctions should be at the right angle. Surface pattern should strengthen the priority direction of pedestrian movement
Dropped kerbs should be designed as shown on the photograph far left. If this is not possible due to level changes, a specific detail that might include smaller paving units should be produced by the design team to address this
▪▪ Where paving is used on vehicular surfaces, care should be taken to ensure that the colour chosen do not easily show oil staining.
▪▪ Paving substructure used on vehicular surfaces should be suitably strong to avoid cracking.
▪▪ In Croydon Opportunity Area, District and Local Centres, and in Conservation Areas, consideration should be given to choose a surface finish that complement the footway materials for vehicular surfaces such as parking bays or entry treatments.
▪▪ Mortar bedding should be used for edgings, drainage channels, ramps, gradients steeper than 1 in 10 and where paving is continuously wet. ▪▪ Consideration should be given to the cleaning regime (for example whether the area is likely to be jet washed on a regular basis) when deciding the type of construction.
59 GRANITE
Flags Sett ▪▪ Sizes: 600x400mm 200x100mm 600x200mm 100x100mm 400x200mm ▪▪ Where? Croydon Opportunity Area (COA) (in Borough) District & Local Centres Conservation Areas ▪▪ Where? Footways only Footways and (in street) carriageway ▪▪ Thickness Minimum 65mm. In areas with vehicular overrun it should be not less than 100mm. ▪▪ Finish: Flamed on footways Flamed on footways fine picked on carriage way ▪▪ Edge Square with rigid construction, chamfered with flexible
▪▪ Preferred colours:
Silver grey Mid grey Dark grey
YORKSTONE PAVING ▪▪ Where: Can be used in Conservation Areas in the context of specific heritage assets
Sizes and applications as for Granite.
60 ARTIFICIAL STONE PAVING
Where concrete paving is used, high quality pavers should be used.
Flags Block pavers ▪▪ Range Marshalls’ conservation Aggregate Industries' paving (or equivalent) Vianova or Hardscape's Kellen Breccia/Liscio or equivalent ▪▪ Sizes: 600x450mm 200x200mm 200x100mm ▪▪ Where? COA (in Borough) District & Local Centres Conservation Areas Borough-wide ▪▪ Where? Footways only Footways and (in street) carriageway ▪▪ Thickness 63mm 80mm ▪▪ Finish: Smooth on footways Smooth on footways fine picked on carriageway ▪▪ Edge Square with rigid construction, chamfered with flexible ▪▪ Preferred colours:
Silver grey Light grey
Charcoal Charcoal ▪▪ Other: Fibre reinforced -
61 ASPHALT SURFACES
▪▪ Where? COA Borough-wide Borough-wide (in Borough) District & Local Centres Conservation Areas ▪▪ Where? Carriageway only Footways and On footway (in street) carriageways segregated cycle tracks
▪▪ Colour No surface colour No surface colour Clear binder and should be applied should be applied coloured aggregate unless a specific preferred risk needs to be highlighted. In this case an asphalt with a clear binder, coloured aggregate and eventually added pigment will be preferred ▪▪ Repairs Cuts should be neat and discrete. To prevent unsightly scarring areas, larger than an immediate patch may require resurfacing
62 RESIN BOUND GRAVEL
▪▪ Where? Tree surround Cycle paths (in street)
▪▪ Aggregate size 10mm 6mm ▪▪ Colour
mix of mid grey and buff such SureSet Barley Beach or as SureSet Norwegian Pearl or equivalent equivalent A colour with a minimum of 20 % luminance difference with surrounding surfacing should be used to aid the partially sighted. Resin colour should be clear ▪▪ Construction All resin bound gravel surfacing paths should be built fully permeable ▪▪ Edging Steel edging or appropriate paving detailing
63 SELF-BINDING GRAVEL SURFACES INCLUDING LIMEDUST AGGREGATES PATH
▪▪ Where? Parks and some Conservation Areas (special consideration should be given to people with mobility difficulties when using this material)
▪▪ Edging Timber pressure treated softwood 200mm x 25mm fixed with galvanised nails to 400mm x 50mm x 50mm long softwood pegs driven into the ground. Steel edging. Or no edging can also be acceptable depending on the circumstance
▪▪ Note The lifecycle of self-binding surfaces tends to be significantly shorter than for bound surfaces due to issues of overgrowing vegetation, ponding and pothole development, which very quickly make paths unacceptable to many cyclists and walkers (unless repaired quickly)
64 TACTILE PAVING
▪▪ Type of Controlled crossings Uncontrolled crossings crossing ▪▪ Colours Can be red but not Must not be red. Can be buff or a necessarily natural shade
Red blister tactile paving Natural blister tactile paving
Charcoal blister tactile paving Natural or charcoal tactile should be used in place of red if more compatible to the character of a particular area and meeting the contrast requirements. Chosen colour should be consistent across an area ▪▪ Contrast to Contrasting colour with Can match or be in a contrasting surrounding minimum 30 points of tone to the paving surface within luminance difference which they are located (BS8300)
▪▪ Size 400x400mm ▪▪ Material Same material as the surrounding paving (granite tactile with granite paving, concrete tactile with concrete paving or asphalt). The use of metal stud tactile paving is not permitted as they become slippery when wet.
65 KERBS
▪▪ Where? COA Borough-wide District & Local Centres Conservation Areas ▪▪ Material Granite Concrete conservation ▪▪ Reuse Kerbs should not be mixed but consolidated (material and width) when re-used
▪▪ Colour Silver grey ▪▪ Finish Fine picked ▪▪ Kerb width 300mm 150mm/300mm (150mm for Conservation (to be consistent with Areas outside COA, existing) District & Local Centres) ▪▪ Upstand See Kerb Heights table in chapter 3.1 ▪▪ Edge 10mm bullnose radius on full upstand or low kerbs. Square on flushed kerbs
▪▪ Specials The use of specials that make kerbs less prone to damage and reduce the number of paving cuts needed will be supported
Granite quadrant at vehicle SUDS detailing crossovers in the COA
66 SURFACE DRAINAGE
▪▪ Linear, open channels are the Council’s preferred means of surface drainage.
Open channels, simple and easy to maintain are preferred means of surface drainage
A A A A
A A
A A ▪▪ Crossfalls should go away from buildings and draining to gully or linear channels.
▪▪ Drainage channels should be located in the carriageway. Footway drainage channels should be avoided. If it is not possible to do so, gullies and channels should be incorporated into the paving design.
Open channels incorporated into the paving design at West Croydon and South End
▪▪ The number of manholes and junctions should be kept to the required minimum.
67 INSPECTION & UTILITY COVERS
▪▪ Inspection covers must be clearly labelled to identify the relevant utility company.
▪▪ Preference is given to the use of inlaid inspection covers where practical and in agreement with utility companies, allowing for uninterrupted paving patterns. Inlaid inspection covers filled with concrete or mortar are not acceptable.
▪▪ Inspection/utility covers should be laid square to the pavement coursing to enable close cutting, avoiding messy infills.
▪▪ Cast iron covers are also acceptable in the footway, and required on the carriageway.
▪▪ In areas which are vulnerable to vehicular over- run, highway specification inlays should be used.
▪▪ Cast iron heritage covers, including coal hole covers, fire hydrants and drain and vale covers will be retained and restored.
Historic metal covers manufactured locally in Croydon Patterned coal hole cover 68 4.2 STREET FURNITURE Street furniture, both contemporary and historic, is an integral part of the public realm. It is representative of a place and its individual identity. Croydon’s palette consists of a restricted range of street furniture that is simple, usable, durable and easy to maintain. It is important that the selection of street furniture makes a positive contribution to each area, does not impede access or add to visual clutter, reflects and enhances its distinctive local character. 69 GENERAL GUIDELINES
The following applies to all pieces of street furniture discussed in more detail thereafter:
Durability - All street furniture should be durable and vandal proof.
Colour - All metal elements should be either stainless steel or factory powdercoated in black RAL 9004 Signal Black. If not available choose nearest black (for example RAL 9005 Jet Black). This applies to all street furniture including third parties ones (bus shelters and utility cabinets), the only exception being Legible London signs and charging points for electric cars.
Positioning - Street furniture should be located so as to not cause an obstruction towards the front of the footway (refer to "Street furniture and lamp columns positioning" in 3.0 Road Geometry chapter). At least 1.2m clear footway for pedestrians needs to be maintained before adding nonessential street furniture.
Avoid clutter - Only add street furniture and signage that is either needed or improves the user experience. Consolidate street furniture locations. Combine street furniture functions when possible and consider street furniture zoning. Where digital infrastructure is provided, it should be integrated within street furniture, for example smart lighting, smart benches, smart waste.
Heritage - Where possible historic street furniture should be refurbished, retained and re-sited close to their original location.
Robustness - All street furniture should be secured to the ground and any fixings should be flush to avoid becoming a trip hazard. If paving needs to be cut to install a piece of street furniture it should be done neatly. Consider street furniture type and size of foundation and how it might interfere with existing utilities.
Bad, better, good 70 LITTER BINS
▪▪ What? Hartecast Furnitubes Broxap Bigbelly HC2057 COV722 LR BX 2319 or equivalent or equivalent or equivalent
▪▪ Where? COA COA COA Not District & District & District appropriate Local Centres Local Centres & Local for Conservation Centres Conservation Areas Conservation Areas Borough-wide Areas or Local Borough- Heritage wide Areas ▪▪ About To be used To be used Smart, solar- as a pair only where powered, only with Furnitubes waste relevant logos COV722 LR compacting (recycling or equivalent and general does not fit waste) ▪▪ Colour Black RAL 9004 Signal Black or nearest Grey/black colour ▪▪ Extras A stub plate should be provided to extinguish Ashtray cigarettes in all cases included
▪▪ The number of bins needed varies depending on footfall and maintenance regime. A sufficient number should be provided to ensure pedestrian routes are clean and litter free.
▪▪ Bins should have a slam shut door with a robust low maintenance lock.
▪▪ Bins should have galvanised steel pull out liners and a hood to prevent litter from being blow out of the bin. Liners should be able to withstand high pressure water cleaning for a period of up to 5 years without degradation.
71 SEATING
▪▪ Material Metal framed seating with wooden slats for seating and backrest are preferred.
Seating made entirely of wood can be considered in green spaces and parks. Hardwood should be sourced from sustainable providers.
Granite blocks might be considered where there is a need for a vehicle deterrent. ▪▪ Location Seating should be located close to waiting places considerations and places with high pedestrian flows.
When heritage assets exist in an area, seating should be positioned opposite if possible.
Care should be taken to locate seating in sunny positions, however close to shade and away from windy areas. ▪▪ Inclusive design Seats should be functional and inclusive. Armrests should be provided.
The location of seats should enable wheelchair users to pull up next to them and to be able to have a conversation with the seat’s user without obstructing the passage.
Seats should be at least 0.5m above floor level with backrest at 0.75m above floor level. ▪▪ Maintenance Seats should be easily to maintain and economical to replace.
The number of structural legs should be kept to a minimum so as to limit the need for cleaning the areas around the base of seats.
▪▪ Integrated design Opportunities to provide seating integrated with other elements, for example digital connectivity or public art or steps (if a level difference exists) should be explored. 72 ▪▪ What? Metal frame, Wooden frame Granite block wooden seat and seat ▪▪ Examples Broxap's Memorial Corallo granite Eastgate Cast bench cube bollard by Iron Framed Artform Urban Seat BX 2020 Furniture or equivalent
or Montseny Seat or equivalent (bench & chair)
or equivalent ▪▪ Where? COA Green spaces Where there District & Local and parks is a need Centres for a vehicle Conservation deterrent Areas Borough-wide ▪▪ Metal colour Black RAL N/A N/A 9004 Signal Black or nearest colour. Stainless steel can be considered in the COA
73 BOLLARDS AND GUARDRAIL
▪▪ What? Modern Cannon style Timber bollard bollard, for ex bollard, for ex. 125 x125mm Furnitubes' Broxap BX 1575 or Zenith bollard or Furnitubes' 100 x100mm or equivalent HOL520 SC or equivalent
▪▪ Where? COA Borough-wide Parks Green verge ▪▪ Material Stainless steel Cast iron Timber ▪▪ Colour Stainless steel Factory Natural or factory finished black finished black ▪▪ Height In accordance with DfT’s Inclusive Mobility guidance (2002) these bollards should be min 1000mm high. (The same minimum height applies to other freestanding objects on the highway)
▪▪ NB Colour contrasted bands (150mm deep) on bollards to be considered to help partially sighted people depending on context
▪▪ The use of bollards and guardrail should be kept to an absolute minimum. They may only be used in places where it is essential to protect pedestrian areas from vehicular traffic. However alternative design approaches should be explored and exhausted first; for example: raising kerb heights or using trees or cycle stands to prevent motor vehicles accessing pedestrian areas.
▪▪ When bollards are absolutely necessary, they should be installed minimum 1.5m apart to allow for the passage of wheelchairs, trolleys, cycles and pedestrians while restricting passage of motor vehicles. Exceptions to this rules can be made for Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) bollards, however 74 BOLLARDS AND GUARDRAIL
▪▪ What? Modern Cannon style Timber bollard What? Bell bollard, Mallatite Furnitubes' Simple profile bollard, for ex bollard, for ex. 125 x125mm for example DuraFlex - Capital bollard post and rail Furnitubes' Broxap BX 1575 or Furnitubes' Retro reflective with integrated system such Zenith bollard or Furnitubes' 100 x100mm BELL100 Bell or Self Righting cycle signage. as Visirail or or equivalent HOL520 SC equivalent Traffic Bollard equivalent or equivalent or equivalent
▪▪ Where? COA Borough-wide Parks Where? Borough-wide Borough-wide Borough-wide Borough-wide Green verge Material Cast iron Cast iron Galvanised ▪▪ Material Stainless steel Cast iron Timber steel ▪▪ Colour Stainless steel Factory Natural Colour Factory In black. Dark Factory Factory or factory finished black finished black finish on the finished black finished black finished black rear face ▪▪ Height In accordance with DfT’s Inclusive Mobility guidance (2002) these bollards should be min after exhausting ways to integrate holistic design measures (refer to 2.7 1000mm high. (The same minimum height applies Counter terrorism chapter). to other freestanding objects on the highway) ▪▪ Vehicle access to pedestrian areas should be controlled with drop or ▪▪ NB Colour contrasted bands (150mm deep) on removable bollards. Gates should not be used to control vehicular access to bollards to be considered to help partially sighted pedestrian areas. people depending on context ▪▪ Croydon Council is committed to the removal of pedestrian guardrail where possible, subject to safety audit. Preference will always be given for traffic schemes that design-out the need for guard rails.
▪▪ When a guardrail is absolutely necessary, a guardrail that does not obstruct people and enable drivers to see through it should be specified.
▪▪ Please note that Keep Left bollards are usually non-mandatory, especially where it is clear which side of the road feature road users should pass (DfT,2013 - Traffic Advisory Leaflet 3/13). They should be omitted unless requested by a safety audit, which should in particularly assess the impact of not having one in regards to motorcycle usage (TfL, 2016 - the Urban Motorcycle Design Handbook). Please also refer to Chapter 4.3 Signage and wayfinding. 75 LIGHTING Lanterns and columns from the Skanska PFI contract that have been rolled out across Croydon Phillips Iridium DW Windsor's DW Windsor DW Windsor's Ely DW Windsor DW Windsor's ▪▪ The quality of urban lighting Rio Milano (standard arc) Strand Windsor has a major bearing on the
perception and attractiveness Lantern of a place. A good light level promotes a sense of security within the public realm and helps to stimulate the night time economy. Urban lighting also plays an important Matallite column Tapered with Cardiff Cardiff column Cardiff column Cardiff columns role in reducing vandalism, (see table in next spike column (with crossbar) crime and other anti-social
Column pages) behaviour. COA COA COA Conservation Areas: Conservation Areas: Conservation Areas: Borough-wide ▪▪ Excessive lighting will not be ▪▪Dingwall ▪▪Queen's ▪▪Chatsworth Rd ▪▪Addington Village ▪▪Central Croydon acceptable in green areas. Roundabout Gardens ▪▪Church Rd (Upper ▪▪Bradmore Green ▪▪Church Street The negative impacts of ▪▪College Norwood) ▪▪Croydon Minster lighting on wildlife in natural Green ▪▪East India Estate ▪▪The Webb and semi-natural landscape ▪▪Harold Road Estate & Upper must be considered as well ▪▪Norbury Estate Woodcote Village ▪▪Norwood Grove (excl. ▪▪Norwood Grove as the potential for promoting Where? anti-social behaviour. Copgate path) (Copgate Path only) ▪▪South Norwood & ▪▪The Waldrons ▪▪ Footway and highway lighting Upper Norwood should replicate daylight Triangle (excl. St Aubyn’s Rd) conditions.
▪▪ Croydon's streetlights are being managed through a PFI with Skanska. It should be assumed that any new lighting delivered on public highway will be added to Croydon's PFI management contract (ending 2036) and therefore strictly conform to the palette. A specific management agreement will have to be put in place for any new lighting provided.
▪▪ Architectural and feature lighting are considered bespoke items and need specific budget and maintenance arrangements, approval of the Street Lighting Contract Manager is required. Oak Columns and historic ▪▪ The height and spacing of lamp columns should lanterns retained on not solely be determined by light calculations but Woodcote Village Green
76 Lanterns and columns from the Skanska PFI contract that have been rolled out across Croydon Phillips Iridium DW Windsor's DW Windsor DW Windsor's Ely DW Windsor DW Windsor's Rio Milano (standard arc) Strand Windsor Lantern
Matallite column Tapered with Cardiff Cardiff column Cardiff column Cardiff columns (see table in next spike column (with crossbar)
Column pages) COA COA COA Conservation Areas: Conservation Areas: Conservation Areas: Borough-wide ▪▪Dingwall ▪▪Queen's ▪▪Chatsworth Rd ▪▪Addington Village ▪▪Central Croydon Roundabout Gardens ▪▪Church Rd (Upper ▪▪Bradmore Green ▪▪Church Street ▪▪College Norwood) ▪▪Croydon Minster Green ▪▪East India Estate ▪▪The Webb ▪▪Harold Road Estate & Upper ▪▪Norbury Estate Woodcote Village ▪▪Norwood Grove (excl. ▪▪Norwood Grove Where? Copgate path) (Copgate Path only) ▪▪South Norwood & ▪▪The Waldrons Upper Norwood Triangle (excl. St Aubyn’s Rd)
also by the character of the area.
▪▪ Height of lamp columns should be in proportion with the surrounding buildings and the space they inhabit.
▪▪ As with all street furniture, historic street furniture should be retained and refurbished. Conservation Areas ▪▪ The Conservation Areas to the right were designated since start of designated after the start of the Skanska PFI Skanska PFI contract contract and therefore currently have the Beulah Hill 2008 standard Phillips Iridium lantern and Matallite Croham Manor Rd 2008 columns installed. Should the lighting equipment Kenley Aerodrome 2006 be replaced in the future, efforts should be made St Bernards 2008 to select it from the Conservation Areas palette, where appropriate to do so. Wellesley Rd North 2008 77 Mallatite columns ▪▪ What? Standard Standard Oversized column Heavy duty column column ▪▪ Dimensions base 168.3mm base 168.3mm base 219.1mm shaft 114.3mm shaft 114.3mm shaft 168.3mm ▪▪ Height 6 or 10m 6 or 10m 10m (To be determined by lighting calculations and character of the area) ▪▪ Where? Borough-wide Borough-wide To be avoided ▪▪ Attachments Small signage Small signage Signage only and one extra Banners attachment Festive deck hanging baskets (To be confirmed on a case by case basis with site specific calculations)
CCTV
▪▪ The provision of CCTV in public areas should be balanced against other aspects of public realm. It should not determine the design.
▪▪ Preference is given to cameras being mounted on buildings or integrated onto lighting columns.
▪▪ Preference will be given to accommodating control cabinets inside buildings or below ground. When neither options are possible, they should be placed in an unobtrusive location.
▪▪ Cameras should be as small and discrete as modern technology allows.
▪▪ Associated signage should be kept to a minimum and mounted on buildings or on existing poles.
▪▪ Lighting requirements should be carefully considered. For instance, too little light or glare from adjacent lighting will affect the recording quality. 78 BUS SHELTERS
▪▪ Croydon Council will work with TfL and other external agencies to ensure the design and location of bus shelters within the Borough is appropriate to the areas they are located in.
▪▪ Where footway space is restricted, preference Bus stop waiting facilities on a will be given to open sided bus shelters with a wide footway (West Croydon) cantilevered roof, located either at the rear of the footway or backing onto the carriageway.
▪▪ Where footway width allows for at least 1.5 m wide clear zone, it is acceptable for bus shelters to have side panels.
▪▪ Lighting should be incorporated into the design to enable safe use during evenings and at night. Bus stop backing onto the carriageway to make the most of a narrow footway (South End)
While the palettes of bus stops are set by external agencies such as TfL, the choice is sufficient to ensure response to local constraints. Below: some of the bus shelters configurations in TfL's palette
2.2 Configurations 2.3 Configurations 2.5 Configurations Ad Cant/ 2 bay shelter/ BTK Ad Cant/ 3 bay shelter/ BTK Advertising MK1/ 3 bay shelter
5075 1550 5075 1550 3680 1550
2630 2630 2630
4260 2870 4260
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LBSL Landmark London confiiguration standards LBSL LandmarkBack London confiiguration2.2 standards LBSL LandmarkBack London confiiguration2.3 standards Back 2.5
2630 2630 2630
4260 2870 5650
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LBSL Landmark London confiiguration standards LBSL LandmarkBack London confiiguration2.9 standards LBSL LandmarkBack London confiiguration2.1 7 standards Back 2.4
2630 2630 2630
5650 4260 4260
Mk1 cantilever shelter, four bay unit, comprising: Construction: Glazing panel options: refer to 2.1 Mk1A cantilever shelter, three bay unit, Construction: Glazing panel options: refer to 2.1 Non-advertising cantilever shelter, three bay unit, Construction: Glazing panel options: refer to 2.1 fully glazed half end screen Mild steel framework and cladding/ silver polyester Seating options: refer to 3.1 comprising: Mild steel framework and cladding: silver grey/ Seating options: refer to 3.1 comprising: Mild steel framework and cladding: silver grey/ Seating options: refer to 3.1 fully glazed panel with priority perch seat with arm powder coated/ optional stainless steel fully glazed half end screen optional stainless steel fully glazed panel with priority perch seat with arm optional stainless steel info panel with QR display and rest seat GRP roof/ dark grey fully glazed panel with priority perch seat with arm GRP roof: dark grey info panel with QR display and rest seat GRP roof: dark grey fully glazed panel with perch seat Mild steel roof interior ceiling/ light grey polyester79 info panel with QR display and rest seat Mild steel roof interior ceiling: light grey fully glazed panel with perch seat Mild steel roof interior ceiling: light grey fully glazed panel powder coated double sided illuminated six sheet advertising GRP seat: red/ other seat colours available to GRP seat: red/ other seat colours available to double sided illuminated six sheet advertising GRP seat/ red/ other seat colours available to display replacing end screen match transport modes Shown located Centre Of Path quad royal display, on reverse of info panel match transport modes Shown located Centre Of Path display replacing end screen match transport modes Shown located Centre Of Path All dimensions in millimetres All dimensions in millimetres All dimensions in millimetres Quad royal display on reverse of info panel Quad royal display on reverse of info panel LBSL Landmark London confiiguration standards LBSL LandmarkBack London confiiguration2.1 0 standards LBSL LandmarkBack London confiiguration2.7 standards Back 2.6 TELEPHONE KIOSKS
▪▪ The Council will not support the installation of any new telephone boxes unless it can be demonstrated that there is demand for a public payphone in a specific location.
▪▪ The Council will work together with payphone operators to remove existing boxes.
▪▪ Any remaining listed or historic telephone kiosks should be retained, regardless of their location. Above: Historic telephone kiosks should be retained and maintained
Left: telephone box in South End Local Heritage Area detracting from recently completed public realm improvements (as shown on the photograph far left) and blocking views to heritage assets included locally listed Swan and Sugar Loaf
POST BOXES
▪▪ The Council will work with external agencies to ensure post boxes are kept in good repair.
▪▪ Any remaining listed or historic post boxes should be retained if possible.
▪▪ For new installations, preference is given to post boxes integrated into buildings and walls.
Far left: post box integrated in the wall
Left: historic post box
80 VEHICLES CHARGING POINTS
▪▪ The UK government's objective is that by 2040 no new cars and vans sold in the UK will be conventional petrol or diesel (Defra, 2017). On current technological trends this means a significant proportion of cars and vans will be fully electric or plug-in hybrid by that time.
▪▪ Evidence indicates that most plug-in vehicle owners will wish to do the largest proportion of their charging at home. The availability of affordable and accessible domestic charging options is therefore key to increasing the uptake of plug-in vehicles in the UK. However many areas in Croydon have houses without off-street parking, presenting a barrier to choosing a plug- in vehicle.
▪▪ Vehicle charging points should be provided in Vehicle charging points in all public realm schemes located in residential Wandle Road car park areas that do not have off-street parking, in line with the Croydon Local Plan.
▪▪ The presumed placement of freestanding residential charging points will be groups of 2-5, serving one or more road, rather than ad hoc.
▪▪ Provision of vehicle charging points should be considered at main destination points (transport hubs, shopping centres etc).
▪▪ In Conservation Areas, vehicle charging points should be sited discreetly avoiding impact on listed buidlings or other sensitive heirtage locations. Vehicle charging point fitted in ▪▪ Department for Transport requirements are that lamp column vehicle charging points have to be 2m from any other street furniture with a power supply. To avoid street clutter charging points should be aligned with other street furniture but always comply with the 2m rule.
81 ▪▪ Consolidation of street furniture and its use for multiple functions at the same time is encouraged (see 4.2 Street Furniture, General Guidelines). Charging points can be retrofitted at low cost in existing lamp columns when these are located at the front of the footway and by agreement with the lighting PFI Partner. This approach will be supported.
▪▪ Rapid charging points feeder pillars, which can be up to 2 cubic meters, will be discouraged in most public realm situations. However in some particular cases, for example in car parks, petrol stations or near taxi ranks located in generous areas, they might be considered acceptable.
UTILITY CABINETS (CONTROL BOXES)
▪▪ The design and location of these cabinets are led by external agencies. The Council will take a proactive approach in working closely with external agencies to ensure that a consistent approach is taken in determining their location and design.
▪▪ It is preferable to install cabinets underground when possible, particularly in Conservation Utility cabinet located at the Areas. This should be explored as new rear of the street, painted technologies become available. black
▪▪ Where an underground location is not possible, cabinets should be located to the rear of the footway, preferably against a solid vertical feature such as boundary wall. Consideration should be given to designing-out posting, for example by incorporating fluting into the design of the cabinets.
WATER FOUNTAINS
▪▪ Water fountains should be provided in main Water fountain in Ruskin public realm. Square 82 4.3 SIGNAGE AND WAYFINDING Though not always immediately obvious, many of Croydon’s key destinations are within easy walking distance. The addition of carefully sited signage and well designed wayfinding can play an important role in ensuring Croydon’s streets and footways are safe, accessible and legible. Elements of signage and wayfinding can range from road traffic signs and street name plates to “A” Boards and other temporary or integrated signage. However, overuse, inappropriate siting and outdated information or signage can result in street clutter and be confusing. 83 TRAFFIC SIGNS AND ROAD MARKINGS
▪▪ To prevent the creation of clutter and avoid ‘sign fatigue’ careful consideration should be given to the sitting of new signs and road markings. The rule of ‘Less is More’ should be applied.
▪▪ The revised Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016 (TSRGD 2016) relaxes many previous requirements on the use and TSRGD 2016. Examples of placing of signs and road markings. some of the changes
▪▪ Where previously two terminal signs were needed to show the start of a traffic restriction, only one is now required to be compliant.
▪▪ Fewer signs now have a statutory requirement that they be lit.
▪▪ The requirement for a sign and marking to be used together has been removed in some cases. For example the placing of upright parking signs in combination with bay markings is no longer required. In addition, traffic authorities now have the freedom to use alternative methods to create bays and spaces on the carriageway. This may include either colour-contrasting surfacing, or paving in a different pattern or appearance, to distinguish parking areas from the surrounding carriageway.
▪▪ The requirement to place repeater signs has been removed.
▪▪ All traffic signs and road markings to be designed and lit in accordance with the TSRGD 2016.
▪▪ Regardless of compliance with the TSRGD 2016, all highways proposals will also need to be approved by Croydon Highways, whose requirements may be above those imposed by the TSRGD 2016.
▪▪ Any enquiries about non-standard traffic sign and markings or the application of the regulations should be directed to traffic.signs@ dft.gsi.gov.uk.
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▪▪ The general guidelines contained in 4.2 Street Furniture apply.
▪▪ Preference will be given for traffic signs to be mounted on existing street furniture (including lamp columns) rather than install an additional post.
▪▪ The London Local Authorities and Transport for London Act 2013 (section 4), if adopted, enables Local Authorities to affix traffic signs and street lighting to buildings by following a notice Combining signs - loading procedure rather than having to obtain consent and no cycling sign fixed on lamp column from the building owner.
▪▪ London Council's code of practice for affixing traffic signs and street lighting to buildings in London (2015) explains the legislation and outlines good practice procedures that London authorities should follow to ensure that they fully comply with the legislation.
▪▪ Traffic signs that sit perpendicular to the highways such as parking and loading restrictions should preferably be fixed on existing structures and buildings.
▪▪ Where it is necessary to have illuminated signs, consideration should be given to combining Unnecessary clutter detract from recent improvements signs with lighting columns or to locate signs on an existing illuminated post.
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▪▪ The design of junctions should be kept as simple as possible to minimise the number of signals required.
▪▪ The use of cranked signal poles will be avoided and will only be used as a last resort.
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▪▪ Designers should be aware of horizontal and vertical clutter.
▪▪ For example "Look Both Ways" or "Look Left" and "Look Right" marking at pedestrian crossings is not a requirement and should only be used when traffic is coming in an unexpected direction.
▪▪ Neither the Traffic Signs Manual, Chapter 5: Road Markings (DfT, 2003) nor the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions (Crown, 2016) prescribe a specific yellow. A muted yellow (also called primrose) is recommended to be used in Conservation Areas or in an area of special character where it fits in with surrounding markings.
▪▪ Where lines are necessary, they should be the narrowest available under the TSRGD.
Far left: Minimum road marking used Left: coloured red bus lane
▪▪ Bus and cycle lanes will not be coloured unless a specific risk needs to be highlighted, in which case a coloured bound surface should be used.
Far left: bespoke cycling flag Left: thermoplastic marking on Artificial Stone Paving peeling away
▪▪ In paved footways areas where road markings are needed, they should be integral to the paving and not a painted finish.
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▪▪ Preference will be given to street name plates being located on buildings or existing boundary structures. London Building Acts (Amendment) Act 1939 gives London Councils powers to fix street name plates to buildings without owner Modern aluminium plate fixed consent. Good practice suggest sending a on building just above ground notification letter to property outlining rationale floor level for fixing to property (NB: please note that Network rail structures are exempt from this).
▪▪ To aid wayfinding and ensure street name plates are easy to find, they should be located in close proximity to street corners and just above ground floor level.
▪▪ Where name plates need to be mounted on Printed aluminium plate fixed posts, with the exception of those located within on black posts, referencing the Transport for London Road Network, the the name of the Conservation posts should be RAL 9004 Signal black and not Area extend above the name plate.
▪▪ Traditional die-pressed aluminium plates are preferred above printed aluminium ones. Plastic plates are not acceptable. Cast iron plates are preferred above aluminium ones in Conservation Areas.
▪▪ The design of street name plates should consist of black lettering in Helvetica bold (89mm) on Historic cast iron street name a white background. A postal code and/or an plate in Croydon indication of building numbers may also be included.
▪▪ Historic street name plates (for example pre- 1965 Metropolitan Borough name plates) should be preserved.
▪▪ Within Conservation Areas, the street name plates can reference the name of the Conservation Area. For these, the design already used in East India Estate and Chatsworth Rd Conservation Areas should be used. 87 WAYFINDING
▪▪ Chapter 3.2 - General Guidelines applies.
▪▪ Disabled access – consider wheelchair positioning to view a map based sign and the proximity to a busy road.
▪▪ All wayfinding signs and fingerposts should be located in a way that does not obstruct the footway. Install fingerpost slats on existing columns where possible to avoid street clutter.
Wayfinding in Croydon ▪▪ What? TfL's Legible TSRGD signage Black metal post London on black metal and slates. post* White font
▪▪ Where? COA & District Cycle routes Borough wide Centres, included Borough-wide outside COA & when wayfinding is District Centres provided on private developments ▪▪ What? Wooden post and TSRGD signage slates. on wooden post Black font and slates* ▪▪ Where?
*TSRGD stands for Traffic Signs Some Parks and Cycle routes Regulations Green spaces in some parks and General and open spaces Directions
88 ▪▪ Historic finger posts and way markers should be retained and restored.
Historic finger posts and way markers Historic way marker signs should be retained and restored opposite East Croydon station
▪▪ Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions (TSRGD) allows bespoke route information to be inserted about the route. For example red numbers indicates a National Cycle route while blue numbers should be used for Regional Various TSRGD cycle signs routes. Other logos can be inserted.
▪▪ Where cycle routes follow pedestrian and equestrian ones, wayfinding information should be combined.
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E O T The A R S V L N 1 E E 0 3 B E Street of Italy N L R 3 4 T Asprey & Fitch ’ O 1 M B3 A2 C2 M n P A L T U Embassy T S S O G R E T W S Malawi High S D D4 D4 B5 E1 E T S A Roosevelt O E L A D Y N E T Connaught N N N P B1 R T R U N I E T ’ S O Steps N O W E L 64 F S D B M T D B1 A1 C5 A Memorial Commission 39 M DA M R R O C C1 E2 C5 B5 O O R E L D L B1 E T A B B5 A5 L A1 Y T R E D 9 S Canadian High 34 B B5 C2 B4 D6 OOK 55 E N D L R R M B R L E R G r o s v e n o r Commission D T I L B5 B1 L P H P A S U 53 O R 14 E2 C1 D A4 L D6 R T N C3 V V E T 9 1 I E M M E R O S E B3 B3 G B Street finder S q uare 150 A2 B3 A4 B3 L fi STR ES R O T L fi A B4 M U B R 78 C5 B3 M AL D L fi O N S B6 C2 A4 B4 O L N D A1 George Street E1 Lisson Grove C6 Park Lane A2 Somers Crescent 43 N F5 Admiral Court C1 Cabbell Street E5 C3 C K Embassy of D A UR B4 M A2 M P O E T L C A6 C3 D2 B4 B U L R C3 D A the United B A A4 Albion Close B2 Cambridge Square E4 Gloucester Place A1 London Mews D6 Park Street B3 Southwick Yard B3 D 13 P L A2 B4 M arP k R States 48 N C4 B6 D4 C3 A N O L A C4 R M B3 D 4 T Castlereagh Street E4 Gloucester Place Mews F5 Manchester Square C3 Park West Place A1 Southwick Mews C2 5 R Albion Mews D3 E B4 C U A5 B2 M K ’ 2a R S E2 C6 B6 B4 e e t A B T L A4 S M E C2 R E B3 Albion Street D2 Cato Street A2 Gloucester Square F5 Manchester Street F6 Picton Place B1 Southwick Street B1 T W L O R M B4 M L R S J T B C2 O C1 B1 D3 E3 N T R O S A F M M C5 E N B1 S O U C N R D1 Chapel Street E6 Granville Place E1 Marylebone Road B3 Porchester Place B1 St Michael’s Street B1 E M E B4 Archery Close A 13 S O T P L B3 C3 M M R T O E2 B1 B6 A1 P S F M L L A1 T T U E Millennium E 1 W B1 E A R E1 Circus Mews F1 Great Central Street F1 Melcombe Place E5 Portman Close B4 Stanhope Place T R 37 N B F4 Baker Street R M S C 2 B3 B2 M R 48 T 2 P D5 B2 A2 C6 O Hotel E E F M N 48 A3 56 V E R R M O S 30 F5 Baker’s Mews A3 Clarendon Close D4 Great Cumberland Mews D2 Molyneux Street E5 Portman Square B1 Star Street C3 GR SD to complete scheme documents, including checklist, 1:200 C5 A1 M R D5 B5 F D5 M C2 C4 C3 F1 Balcombe Street A3 Clarendon Mews D5 Great Cumberland Place F3 Montagu Mews North E6 Portman Street D4 Stourcliffe Street B4 M A2 B2 M A6 A2 F A6 M A5 M L LEA VALLEY B4 M A4 Bayswater Road A3 Clarendon Place D6 Green Street D4 Montagu Mews South C3 Portsea Mews A2 Strathearn Place A1 C2 M C5 N C2 E2 B3 M B2 A1 E5 Berkeley Mews D4 Clenston Mews C4 Hampden Gurney Street E4 Montagu Mews West E6 Portman Mews South B1 Sussex Gardens B2 C2 N Street finder B6 A5 B4 M D2 Street finder E3 Montagu Place C3 Portsea Place E2 Tarrant Place C6 D1 B3 C1 E3 Beverston Mews A3 Connaught Close D1 Harcourt Street C4 R M A1 A5 N A C3 A A3 D M A5 M L M C4 R M A3 F2 Bickenhall Street C5 Connaught Place E1 Harewood Avenue E3 Montagu Square A1 Praed Mews C2 The Water Gardens A4 B3 A5 N R C3 A A3 D M A5 M L A3 E1 A2 Y A3 M D3 A4 B1 A M A4 D M A5 M M A1 F4 Blandford Street C4 Connaught Square E1 Harewood Row E4 Montagu Street A2 Praed Street F2 Thornton Place C5 N B1 A M A4 D M A5 M M D6 D2 D1 M A1 R B5 D B1 B3 A C1 D A5 M A1 WALK C5 A3 D4 C3 A1 N C2 Brendon Street B3 Connaught Street D2 Harrowby Street D5 New Quebec Street A2 Radnor Mews B3 Titchborne Row A1 C2 D B1 N B3 A C1 D A5 M A1 N A1 B5 A A3 D M B4 M R B3 F4 Broadstone Place E1 Cosway Street D1 Homer Row B2 Norfolk Crescent A1 Radnor Place D1 Transept Street A3 C5 D B1 O B5 A A3 D M B4 M R B3 A5 B1 R C3 N Y B3 A3 C4 A1 D C4 M C4 D3 Brown Street C2 Crawford Place D1 Homer Street A1 Norfolk Place B1 Rainsford Street C5 Tyburn Way C4 C1 D M A5 O C4 A1 D C4 M C4 A6 A3 B3 N A5 M C4 C2 M A5 D C1 N D2 Crawford Street B2 Hyde Park Crescent A1 Norfolk Square D6 Red Place D4 Upper Berkeley Street M D N B4 A2 A5 N R C6 D4 Brunswick Mews C1 D M B2 O C12 A25 D M AC51 N and 1:500 location plans for each sign. L fi B5 A4 N A4 N C6 E3 Bryanston Mews East E2 Crawford Street A3 Hyde Park Gardens A1 Norfolk Square Mews F5 Robert Adam Street F2 Upper Montagu Street C1 D A5 O C1 A2 D M A5 NN A L fi Horseshoe A5 C5 D A3 D1 C5 A4 B4 D3 Bryanston Mews West C5 Cumberland Gate A3 Hyde Park Garden Mews A4 North Ride F4 Rodmarton Street E2 Virgil Place C1 D M B1 A5 C5 D A3 N A C3 D A N C5 M C5 D M C5 N R C3 D A A5 A1 E3 A4 D2 Bryanston Place F1 Dorset Square A3 Hyde Park Square D6 North Row B1 Sale Place E2 Walmer Place C1 D B1 C5 M C5 D M C5 N R B3 D N C5 A2 D M C4 N B3 D D5 B6 C4 B3 E3 Bryanston Square F3 Dorset Street A2 Hyde Park Square Mews C3 Nutford Place F2 Salisbury Place D2 Watson’s Mews A2 D B4 C5 A2 D M C4 N C2 N B5 M C5 M A4 N C2 C4 A D3 C4 O B2 D5 Bryanston Street F6 Duke Street A4 Hyde Park Street C1 Old Marylebone Road F6 Seymour Mews C3 West Garden Place B4 D M A3 B5 M C5 M A4 N B1 N A2 B5 F C4 O B1 A3 A5 C4 B4 C2 Burwood Place F6 Duke’s Mews C1 Junction Mews D5 Old Quebec Street E3 Seymour Place F6 Wigmore Street B4 D A4 N A2 B5 F C4 O B1 O Y M L Bridge A2 B1 A1 O B1 C5 A3 O A2 M D6 Dunraven Street B1 Junction Place E6 Orchard Street E5 Seymour Street E3 Wyndham Mews C1 D M C3 A A2 B1 A1 O R M A1 C1 A3 O R M A2 O Y D6 C3 Edgware Road B3 Kendal Street B3 Oxford Square D2 Sherwood Court E3 Wyndham Place A1 D M A3 R A A1 C1 A3 O C3 A5 C5 A1 O C3 A3 E6 Edwards Mews F4 Kendall Place D6 Oxford Street E1 Shillibeer Place E2 Wyndham Street C4 M C5 A5 C5 A1 O B4 M A5 B3 A1 E5 Enford Street F2 Knox Street D2 Shouldham Street D4 Wythburn Place AB41 M E2 14 A3 F A4 M A5 B3 A1 A4 B4 B3 A1 E4 F5 Fitzhardinge Street E2 York Street A1 M A4 B4 B3 A5 M B2 C4 A6 C3 Forset Street C5 M A5 M B2 C4 C4 R M Client to complete Task Order form provided by TfL and C4 C2 B4 C4 R M D1 B4 Frederick Close B3 C4 C2 B4 A4 A1 C4 C1 A4 B4 A1 C4 C1 C5 C5 M B4 M A5 A C5 B2 C5 M B4 M A5 A A1 C3 A4 A4 R A A1 B5 C3 A4 A4 R A A3 C1 A2 A3 CA43 B3 BC41 BA32 BA53 M M C4 C1 B54 B43 B5 M M C5 B15 M B4 L B5 M M L M B51 CB43 L CB52 B5 C3 L C2 B3 A4 M M C2 M M CB34 CA14 M AC12 issue it back with scheme documents to TfL (for record) and C4 C1 M A1 B3 D A4 M A1 N D M CB35 D BA24 M CA31 N C5 D B2 M C3 C1 D C1 M A1 C1 D C1 M A1 1 manufacturer (instruction to install foundations and produce frames NOT panels yet as the artwork will be finalised later). 15 Manufacturer to apply for work permits. Approximate lead time: 2 weeks from permit request. 16 Manufacturer to install foundations according to Task Order dates and relevant timelines of work permits. 17 SD to review base maps via TfL LLAMA system with Client's input. Submit necessary updates to TfL. 18 TfL to provide base maps for the map based signs. 19 SD to provide finalContent Schedule document to Client (now includes all directional information). 20 Manufacturer to produce and install artwork panels and all sign components. Waymarker Bollard Minilith A Minilith B Midilith C Monilith D Finger21 Future Post map updates are optional. Can be either includedFinger Post solar powered Central London Outer London Standardin the initial purchase package or via new purchase ofHeadline services. 22 Maintenance of signage such as cleaning and repair of damaged panels. 90 Transport for London WELCOME SIGNS Far left: new welcome signs into specific neighbourhood WELCOME SIGNS TO NEIGHBOURHOODS will not be permitted. Middle and right: ▪▪ New, high quality welcome signs to specific alternative ways to mark neighbourhoods /areas are encouraged only the entrance to a given neighbourhood (South End when integrated in urban landscape e.g. public supergraphics and Broad art. Green bell)
Key location information ("Bernard Weatherill House" and "Access Croydon") can be clearly seen on the building itself, limiting the need to provide addtitionnal information WELCOME SIGNS TO BUILDINGS
▪▪ The design of buildings should remove the need to provide stand alone welcome signs.
▪▪ Where an additional welcome sign is necessary it should be either attached to the structure or located in an area where it does not obstruct the footway.
▪▪ Welcome signs to Croydon Council buildings Corporate signage should follow Croydon’s corporate branding.
91 INFORMATION BOARD AND HERITAGE Simple information board attached directly to railings SIGNAGE
▪▪ Information boards should be coordinated with the style of the surrounding street furniture and where possible fixed on adjacent structures.
▪▪ Heritage interpretation should be integrated into the public realm, public art or on-site structures (e.g. play equipment) where possible to do so.
▪▪ Should a palette of heritage plaques and signs be developed for Croydon, all heritage signs should then follow the agreed palette. Oversized A-board blocking the footway ADVERTISING
▪▪ Free-standing advertising in the public realm should be discouraged.
▪▪ Preference will be given to integrating signage into premises frontages rather than the use free- standing advertising.
▪▪ Preference will be given to advertising integrated into bus shelter panels. Cluster of A boards ▪▪ The Council will discourage advertising on footways within high footfall areas and in Conservation Areas.
▪▪ Enforcement will be taken to eliminate ‘A’ boards in Croydon Opportunity Area, District and Local Centres and in Conservation Areas.
▪▪ Where “A” boards have been permitted, this should be limited to only 1 per premises and an unobstructed footway width.
▪▪ “A” boards should be located where they do not block the footway, for example located on a forecourt close to the building line, or within the allocated street furniture zone.
92 4.4 CYCLING Cycle routes should be seamlessly integrated into the urban fabric and public realm designs. TfL's London Cycling Design Standards (TfL, 2016) should always be applied unless it conflicts with a recommendation made in this document in which case the latter takes precedence. Consideration should also be given to disabled cyclists (WheelsForWellbeing, 2017). 93 ON FOOTWAY AND OFF ROAD CYCLE ROUTES
e e + e + What ? What Segregated: Shared, Shared, pedestrians priority pedestrians priority (includes stepped tracks) -(only where a segregated cycle track is not appropriate)
generally in the COA and Borough wide Parks and green open district centres spaces Where?
A combination of texture No specific cycle route should be suggested as this (ex. row of setts or may suggest cyclists have priority along this path tactile paving), colour and encourage them to speed up contrast (minimum of 20% luminance Demarcation difference) and /or level change
Resin bound 6mm To match footway Asphalt (clear binder gravel SureSet Barley and coloured aggregate Beach or equivalent preferred) Surfacing Asphalt may be used Resin bound gravel only where adjoining footway material is also Self-binding surfaces asphalt, in which case are acceptable only an asphalt with a clear where low cycle traffic is binder plus coloured expected/not on a main aggregate will be commuter route preferred
94 ON CARRIAGEWAY CYCLE ROUTES
e + Shared e What ? What cycle lanes, ASLs Segregated and advisory cycle cycle tracks markings Borough wide COA & district centres Outside COA & district centres. COA & district centres: Where? only as a temporary solution or to test a permanent solution
White thermoplastic Profiled granite kerb. Recycled rubber lining. Minimum width 200mm, separators or preferred 300mm "defenders" laid continuously (Rosehill Highways Demarcation lane separators or equivalent)
Wands might be used in combination with the separators where absolutely necessary to tackle parking or overrun issues (black and white Jislon TSRGD Highway or equivalent) Asphalt. No surface colour should be applied unless a specific risk needs to be highlighted. In this case an asphalt with a clear binder, coloured aggregate
Surfacing and eventually added pigment will be preferred
95 CYCLE SIGNAGE
▪▪ General Guidelines on street furniture (3.2) and traffic signs (3.3) applies. Signage should not be unnecessarily duplicated and where possible it should be combined with other street furniture. Posts and bollards used to display cycle information should be painted black.
▪▪ Simple directional cycle signage (with cycle route number) should be provided.
▪▪ Capital bollards by Furnitubes or equivalent with integrated cycle signage will be used to demarcate shared pedestrian/cycle surfaces (also see Bollards and Guardrail in chapter 4.2). Where existing posts exist in a suitable location, this information may be attached to them in an appropriate size.
Far left: Capital bollard by Furnitubes with integrated cycle signage Left: oversized signs on new posts should not be used to indicate shared pedestrian / cycle facilities
▪▪ Where road markings are necessary on paved or resin bound areas, inset elements will be used instead of thermoplastic lining where possible.
Far left: bespoke cycling flag (Marshalls') Left: Thermoplastic lining on paving
96 CYCLE STANDS
▪▪ Cycle stands should always be located in safe and easily accessible areas.
▪▪ Sheffield type cycle stands must be used across the Borough. They should be either stainless steel or powdercoated in black RAL 9004 Signal black. If not available choose nearest black.
▪▪ Consideration should be given to include a tapping rail at either end of a row of Sheffield stands when placed perpendicular to the footway in busy pedestrian environments to help the partially sighted. This is only necessary on the end stands. It is not necessary for cycle stands to have any signage incorporated at each end.
Far left: powder coated black Sheffield cycle stands. End stand has a tapping rail. NB: it is not necessary to include signage
Left: stainless steel Sheffield cycle stands. Stands positioned parallel to the kerb won't need a tapping rail
ACCESSORIES
▪▪ The provision of accessories supporting cycling will be encouraged in key locations (for example train stations) .
Far left: public bike pump bolted to the ground
Left: repair stand - a robust multifunction amenity providing a selection of tools for minor, on the go cycle repairs. Bolted to the ground
97 CYCLE CANOPIES AND ENCLOSURES
▪▪ All key interchanges should be supported with sufficient cycle parking infrastructure. Left: covered cycle area by East Croydon station ▪▪ Covered or enclosed cycle parking may be beneficial to provide additional security for longer stay cycle parking at locations such as Middle: custom cycle public transport interchange points, workplaces enclosure or high density residential developments. Such measures will be supported. Below: Cyclehoop's bike hangar
▪▪ Bike storage designed to make use of a parking space should be supported to provide cycle parking to residents of existing terraced housing where space for cycle storage is often in short supply. They should not be used for new developments, which should provide integrated cycle storage.
▪▪ Bike storage should be subject to consideration of visual impact on streetscene, particularly in Conservation Areas.
▪▪ Cycle storage units, such as lockers and hangers, often exclude disabled cyclists because they are too small to accommodate the dimensions of nonstandard cycles. Specially allocated spaces for nonstandard cycles should be installed within proposed cycle parking facilities.
98 4.5 TREES AND SOFT LANDSCAPING Trees and soft landscaping form a fundamental part of Croydon’s public realm, enhancing the sense of place and local identity, offering seasonal character, providing habitats for a rich array of urban and suburban wildlife and creating valuable summer shade for the public as well as for adjacent buildings. It is critical that we look after the green spaces, trees and planting that already make up part of Croydon’s public realm, and important that we seek to introduce new trees and soft landscape in urban areas. 99 Landscape character areas (Source: GLA, 2012, The All London Green Grid Area 7 - London's Downlands)
CRYSTAL PALACE
Beulah NORBURY Road
Pollards Hill
Thornton THORNTON SOUTH Heath HEATH NORWOOD Pond
Broad Green
ADDISCOMBE
Shirley
Brighton Road Selsdon Road
Brighton Road Sandersted Road
NEW ADDINGTON SELSDON
PURLEY Sandersted
Hamsey KEY Green COA, DISTRICT CENTRES COULSDON & Local centres Floodzone
Woodland
Farmland
Strategic walks
Viewpoints
LANDSCAPE CHARACTER AREAS
Great Northwood
Heathland
Chalk downlands
100 CROYDON NATURAL LANDSCAPES
Schemes should consider as a starting point whether reinforcing the natural landscape is appropriate on any particular project. Croydon character areas are as follows, as defined in the London Green Grid policy framework documents.
▪▪ The Great Northwood was a semi natural forest that stretched as far south as Croydon and as far north as Camberwell. Fragments of the wood remain and its memory lingers on in suburban place names such as Norwood. Typical Planting: Oaks, Hornbeams, Hazels.
▪▪ A Heathland ridge made of heath and acid grassland extends into the Downlands area. Typical Planting: Oak, Aspen, Silver birch, Gorse and Heather.
▪▪ Chalk Downlands rolling hills countryside punctuated by river valleys and chalks. Typical Planting: Yews, chalk grasslands and meadow species. Grasslands cover the southern half of the Borough. Ancient woodlands can be found as well including rare yew woodlands. Left: Grangewood Park is a remnant of the Great North Wood, with veteran oak trees and an extensive woodland. The Great Northwood project aims to link remnant sites together, including through street trees
Right: typical heathland species have been brought along Wellesley Road ▪▪ Further information on Croydon's natural signatures can be found in The London Landscape Framework (Natural England, 2011).
▪▪ Design teams should also refer to the Croydon Biodiversity Action Plan once published (draft expected autumn 2018). 101 SCHEME DESIGN AND EXISTING VEGETATION ▪▪ Incorporating existing healthy vegetation, natural habitats or other existing landscape features within proposals will give schemes an instant maturity and assist their integration into the local area.
▪▪ Careful consideration should be given before removing any mature trees. The current version of British Standard 5837 (British Standard for trees in relation to design, demolition and construction) and Capital Asset Value for Amenity Trees (CAVAT) method should be used to grade and value existing tree stock that is considered for removal. Development proposals should be adapted to retain ▪▪ Any queries, works and issues in relation to the most valuable trees the protection of private trees, trees under Tree Preservation Orders and trees in Conservation Areas should be directed to Croydon Council Planning Department.
SCHEME DESIGN AND FUTURE MAINTENANCE
▪▪ Tree and woodlands teams, as well as the ground maintenance team, need to be involved from the early stages of any project where planting is considered on public highway or any other Council land.
▪▪ The standard of aftercare is a key consideration in determining the types and proportions of any landscape elements proposed. If responsibility for future ownership and maintenance is unclear, it is unrealistic to propose large expanses of new landscape.
▪▪ Consideration should be given to future maintenance requirements. Accessibility for the maintenance of landscape elements should be considered at the design stage.
102 ▪▪ Consideration should be given at the design stage to the future growth of any trees planted, especially when in proximity to lighting, signage, buildings or other trees.
SPECIES SELECTION AND SOURCING
▪▪ Planting schemes containing a variety of species will be encouraged in order to reduce any impact of specific pest and disease. Soft landscape in urban ▪▪ Trees should be specified to suit and enhance the areas: Queen’s Gardens character and local distinctiveness of a particular area. Where possible varieties of native species will be planted.
▪▪ New trees planted in COA and district and local centres should be semi-mature specimens, 20- 25cm girth with a clear stem of 2m. New trees planted in the rest of the Borough can be standard (8cm girth) and upwards.
▪▪ Planting larger sizes can help suppress weed growth.
▪▪ Where new trees and shrubs are planted, more care is needed in the initial stages of maintenance (especially watering).
▪▪ All plant stock should be obtained from UK nurseries. If imported it should have had at least one growing seasons quarantine to avoid pests and diseases spread from further afield. Tree sizes at planting
103 STREET TREE SPECIES
Tree species guidance list. Please note that this list is not exhaustive . Acer campestre avoid: ▪▪ Acer saccharinum as it has brittle branches, vigorous growth and is high maintenance. Aesculus species pre-approved species: ▪▪ Aesculus x carnea Plantierensis ▪▪ Aesculus flava ▪▪ Aesculus indica however, avoid: ▪▪ Aesculus hippocastanum as creates mess and has numerous pest & disease issues. Ailanthus altissima has brittle branches and suckering. Alnus species creates mess and issues with roots damaging highway infrastructure (particularly A. glutinosa). Amelanchier arborea Robin Hill Araucaria has very brittle limbs, hazardous to climb by rope araucana and harness. Betula species pre-approved species: ▪▪ Betula ermanii ▪▪ Betula nigra Heritage ▪▪ Betula utilis Calocedrus decurrens Carpinus betulus however, avoid: species ▪▪ Carpinus betulus Frans fontaine as relatively short lived. ▪▪ Carpinus betulus Fastigiata if after a columnar tree as not at all fastigated when mature Castanea sativa prone to pest and disease (chestnut blight). Fruit mess. Fraxinus species concerns over Chalara fraxinea. Ginkgo biloba pre-approved species: ▪▪ Ginkgo biloba Lakeview ▪▪ Ginkgo biloba Princeton Sentry avoid: ▪▪ any female Ginkgo biloba trees as smells when shedding leaves and berries. 104 Gleditsia safety and maintenance issue. Thornless triacanthos versions available however prone to wind damage. Koelreuteria paniculta Ligustrum japonica Liquidamber styraciflua Worplesdon Malus species creates fruit mess. Plantanus x hispanica Poplar species suckering roots. Common in subsidence claims. Prunus species only for wide grass verges. Please utilise less aggressive rootstock where possible as it is a common species for damage to highway infrastructure. Pyrus calleryana avoid fruiting variants due to mess. Chanticleer Robinina species thorns, suckering causing infrastructure damage and insurance claims, basal growth. Too vigorous growth. Difficult to remove effectively. Sorbus species caution over using heavy fruiting varieties due to mess. Thuja plicata Tilia species pre-approved species: ▪▪ Tilia Americana Redmond preferred due to reduced aphid load/ honeydew and associated issues. avoid: ▪▪ Tilia tomentosa as flowers area are toxic to bees. Ulmus lutece need to be Dutch Elm Disease (DED) resistant. Zelkova species prone to major limb failure when mature due to tight branch unions.
105 TREE PIT DESIGN
▪▪ Where? COA Borough-wide District & Local Centres
▪▪ Surfacing Resin bound gravel At least 1 metre (a mix of grey and buff diameter kept clear such as around the base of the SureSet Norwegian trunk with a mulch of Pearl, composted or shredded DekorGrip Pearl Grey or bark to retain moisture equivalent in 10mm) and help suppress weeds. Regularly topped up to a depth of 75mm in the first year of planting NB: Tree pit grilles are not acceptable for trees on the public highways maintained by the Council as they cause numerous problems long term ▪▪ Tree support Under-ground guying Tree staking using bio-degradable materials such as GreenMax's Bio Anchoring or Natural Plastics' keeper system are preferred NB: No metal parts to be included in the tree pit 600mm down from the surface as it can cause serious health and safety problems as well as practical issues and increased costs when a tree stump is to be removed
106 SOIL
▪▪ Plants need to be given enough space, both Soil volume /root area needed above and below ground to establish and (source: GreenBlue Urban) perform their intended function. The creation Small Medium Large of narrow and tapered planting beds that have trees trees trees insufficient soil, food and moisture to support 5-15³ 20-40³ >50m³ healthy plant growth should be avoided.
Recommended topsoil depth grass areas 150mm shrub and whip areas 400mm
Tree pit size minimum tree pits 1000mm x 1000mm x 1000mm desirable tree pits 1200mm x 1200mm x 1000mm
▪▪ As much as possible, uncompacted soil volume should be created for roots when planting new trees so that they can thrive. All heavy equipment should be kept off tree planting areas. The use of soil cells is encouraged.
▪▪ New trees should be planted in tree pits, not tree planters unless it is not technically possible to do otherwise (for example planting on decks).
▪▪ Planting requires good quality topsoil. It should comply with the latest version of British Standard 3882 (British Standard for the Specification for topsoil)
▪▪ There should be adequate preparation of the subsoil prior to the topsoil being placed. Topsoil may be enriched with soil improvers and composted materials, but the use of non- sustainable resources such as peat should be avoided.
107 PLANTING
▪▪ Ideal tree planting time is between October through to March. Other times of year lead to a significantly higher risk of tree planting failures.
▪▪ Roots should be kept covered to avoid desiccation from the wind / sun when awaiting planting.
▪▪ Trees need to be planted at the right depth (at the same level than they were in the nursery). If planted incorrectly trees will go into a state of decline but may fail only after the maintenance period has ended.
▪▪ The tree and woodlands team should be informed as to when new trees are planted and be given a chance to attend. They should be part of the snagging team and give their sign- off before a scheme is handed over from the contractor to the Council.
MANAGEMENT AND HANDOVER
▪▪ Management plans should be prepared to take into account the growth and life expectancy of the planting, including possible replanting, the wear and tear on the hard landscape Tree lined urban street - North elements and replacements in the future. This End is particularly important where the responsibility will rest with a different party after the works are complete. The management plan should be understood by the recipients prior to the handing over of responsibility.
▪▪ Maintenance should be appropriate for the type of planting and habitat which is being created and the desired appearance. Inappropriate maintenance at the wrong time of year can seriously damage or kill planting. Tree lined suburban street - ▪▪ Regular pruning should be planned in locations Webb Estate 108 where trees interact with signage, street lighting CCTV and furniture.
▪▪ All public realm schemes that are being handed over to the Council should include a standard management period by the contractor delivering the work of 3 years for all soft landscaping.
▪▪ A planning condition imposing a 5 years minimum maintenance period for all soft landscaping should be given to all public realm schemes that are delivered through the planning system and are to remain in private ownership and management.
▪▪ A date for the handover of the soft landscaping needs to be agreed between the project team, the tree and woodlands team, and the ground maintenance team at completion (also see chapter 5.1 Delivery of the public realm).
109 4.6 WHEN TO DEPART FROM THE GUIDE? The default choice on all public realm schemes should always be to chose materials included within the Croydon Public Realm Design Guide (or their equivalent) and follow its design guidelines. However, there may be cases when it might be acceptable to depart from it with the agreement of the Council's Spatial Planning and Highways' Services.
110 For example in circumstances including:
▪▪ Where there are site specific technical issue;
▪▪ Where there is an ambition to use higher quality materials combined with the commitment and resources to manage and maintain it in the long term;
▪▪ Where a proposed material is nonstandard, but if damaged can be replaced by a product from the standard PRDG palette;
▪▪ Where works are proposed in a particularly sensitive location for example a Conservation Area.
If a project team wants to propose a material that is nonstandard, they should go back to the reasons why the Guide was adopted and be able to make a strong justification for it, for instance:
WILL THE PROPOSAL ENSURE CONSISTENCY?
▪▪ Is there an argument why it should not be consistent with the surrounding area and stand apart? In most cases, the answer will be no.
WILL THE PROPOSAL SECURE QUALITY?
▪▪ Will the quality be as good or higher than by using one of the standard materials?
WILL THE PROPOSAL SIMPLIFY MAINTENANCE?
▪▪ Will it make the maintenance more costly or difficult? Will there be a long lead time if a replacement needs to be ordered? Can the term contractor maintain it or will a separate maintenance agreement be needed?
111 ▪▪ Could it be repaired by using a standard material even if it is nonstandard? For example, when paving an area using a mix of standard and nonstandard slabs to create interest and a nonstandard slab was to break, could it be replaced by a standard one without affecting the overall scheme?
▪▪ Can it be dealt with as an art installation and should only be removed not replaced if damaged or replaced by a standard element? See chapter on art.
WILL THE PROPOSAL FACILITATE DISCHARGE OF PLANNING CONDITIONS?
▪▪ Could departing from the Guide on this particular occasion compromise the use of the guide in the future?
WILL THE PROPOSAL PROCURE STANDARD RATES WITH TERM CONTRACTOR?
▪▪ Will the Council's appointed term contractor be installing or repairing the item? If yes, what is the impact on the cost?
112 5.0 THE LIFE OF THE PUBLIC REALM To help ensure that new public realm in Croydon is well delivered and cared for, the following chapter establishes a series of processes for the delivery, management and maintenance of the public realm.
114 5.1 DELIVERY OF THE PUBLIC REALM Investments in the public realm can be initiated by Croydon Council as well as public and private sector partners. It can be done through a specific project or part of the "business as usual" renewal of the public realm. When creating a new area of public realm or improving an existing one, it should be clear from the outset whether it is to be adopted by Croydon Council or privately maintained. The following chapter lists the various ways the public realm gets renewed. 115 1 2 3 4 5 HOW IS PUBLIC A private developer A private developer A private developer Croydon Council 'Business as usual' REALM CREATED? creates a new piece creates a new piece is given authority to deliver a scheme renewal of the public of public realm and of public realm and do work on public internally. realm. retains its ownership hands it over to highways and hand it and management Croydon Highway back once work has once completed. Authority when been completed. completed. Croydon Spatial Key consultees as Key consultees as Key consultees as Key consultees through Consult if guidance is Planning & Strategic part of the planning part of the planning part of the planning project if not fully needed. Transport application process. application process. application process. embedded in project team. Yes. Specifications Yes Yes Yes Yes can be upgraded if Design proposals to appropriate and long conform to this Guide term maintenance guaranteed. Separate engagement Separate engagement Separate engagement Key consultees through Usually leading the needed. Private needed. Private needed. Private project if not fully works. However this developer to enter a developer to enter a developer to enter embedded in project also applies to any utility Croydon Highway section 33 Agreement* section 38 Agreement a section 278 team. companies carrying out Authority with Croydon Highway *with Croydon Highway Agreement** with work in the borough. Authority. Authority. Croydon Highway (Local Gvt Miscellaneous (Highways Act 1980) Authority. Provisions Act 1982) (Highways Act 1980) Formal handover No Yes Yes Yes (from project team to No needed Croydon Highway Authority) No Yes. Part of the section Yes. Part of the section To be calculated to inform No Commuted sums 38 agreement. 278 agreement. future maintenance discussions.
**refer to Council's guidanace contained in ' Specification for Road and sewer works in new streets by Section 38/33 agreements'
Ruskin Square was delivered by private developers Stanhope who retain management
116 1 2 3 4 5 HOW IS PUBLIC A private developer A private developer A private developer Croydon Council 'Business as usual' REALM CREATED? creates a new piece creates a new piece is given authority to deliver a scheme renewal of the public of public realm and of public realm and do work on public internally. realm. retains its ownership hands it over to highways and hand it and management Croydon Highway back once work has once completed. Authority when been completed. completed. Croydon Spatial Key consultees as Key consultees as Key consultees as Key consultees through Consult if guidance is Planning & Strategic part of the planning part of the planning part of the planning project if not fully needed. Transport application process. application process. application process. embedded in project team. Yes. Specifications Yes Yes Yes Yes can be upgraded if Design proposals to appropriate and long conform to this Guide term maintenance guaranteed. Separate engagement Separate engagement Separate engagement Key consultees through Usually leading the needed. Private needed. Private needed. Private project if not fully works. However this developer to enter a developer to enter a developer to enter embedded in project also applies to any utility Croydon Highway section 33 Agreement* section 38 Agreement a section 278 team. companies carrying out Authority with Croydon Highway *with Croydon Highway Agreement** with work in the borough. Authority. Authority. Croydon Highway (Local Gvt Miscellaneous (Highways Act 1980) Authority. Provisions Act 1982) (Highways Act 1980) Formal handover No Yes Yes Yes (from project team to No needed Croydon Highway Authority) No Yes. Part of the section Yes. Part of the section To be calculated to inform No Commuted sums 38 agreement. 278 agreement. future maintenance discussions.
Queens Gardens will be Cherry Orchard /Addiscombe Croydon's public realm first handed back to Croydon Roads improvements are and foremost evolves through Council after having been being delivered by the Council business as usual minor relandscaped by HUB. Streets team changes. The combined and incremental impact on the **section 278 Agreements are borough's public realm is also used when a developer significant. It is therefore key pays for alterations to existing that the actors of this renewal public realm but these are not know and follow this Guide delivered by him 117 ▪▪ The table on the previous pages is a summary of the broad scenarios that can occur. In practice, further scenarios are possible, including those that are a combination of the scenarios represented.
▪▪ In particular, ownership, maintenance and management do not always go hand in hand. There are often formal or informal agreements put in place for:
▪▪ private parties to manage publicly owned land; for example a Business Improvement District (BID) organisation might manage Some of the term contractors and/or maintain an area of public highway and Public Private that it is in their interest to maintain above the Partnership agreements standard of the Council. (PPP) in place at the time of publishing: ▪▪ the Highways Authority might informally Cleaning and Veolia maintain a piece of private land; for example Waste when a private forecourt has been integrated Ground Idverde within the public realm. maintenance Highways FM Conway ▪▪ Distinction should also be made as to whether an Lighting Skanska area of public realm is part of the Public Highway Play areas FM Conway authority or part of Croydon Council assets. Play areas Idverde (visual ▪▪ Finally, if an area of public realm is to be inspections) maintained by the Council it is important to Trees City understand which team within the Council Suburban (and associated contractor if relevant) will be maintaining it.
118 GOVERNANCE (PROJECTS DELIVERED BY THE COUNCIL ONLY) Project concept and initiation
Project teams should consult with the Project Assurance team to ensure Projects are set in accordance to the Corporate Programme Office methodology and use its standard document templates for reporting. Additional reporting might be required to meet funder(s)' requirements.
Business PID EqIA XXX case ......
Design and construction (project delivery)
monthly Board Ongoing reporting meetings and sign (fill Project Management off or as required by documents) project governance
In addition to the ongoing reporting and meetings highlighted in the table to the right, the following may be required: ▪▪ Traffic Management Advisory Committee (TMAC); ▪▪ Cabinet approval; ▪▪ Statutory or other public consultations; ▪▪ Procurement (design team and/or contractor).
Defect period (closeout and handover)
Handover Maintenance Practical to Croydon by the completion "Business as Contractor Usual" teams The Handover process is key to the long term success of a project. The following pages detail this crucial step further.
In Use Ongoing management and maintenance by LBC's Streets service
119 HANDOVER (ALL PUBLIC REALM THAT WILL BE MAINTAINED AND/OR OWNED BY THE LOCAL HIGHWAY AUTHORITY IRRESPECTIVE OF WHO IS DELIVERING IT)
The handover process is key to the long term success of a project. It needs to be planned for from the onset of a project.
EARLY STAGES AND DESIGN RIBA stages
▪▪ Teams in LBC's Streets service who will Stage 0 ultimately maintain the public realm should be Strategic Definition Stage 1 involved from the earliest stages of a project. Preparation and Brief ▪▪ This should include the highway team and any other team(s) who will be responsible for some of the maintenance of the finished product (for example the Trees team for street trees).
▪▪ Checklist(s) of documents and requirements that will be requested at practical completion will be Stage 4 Technical Stage 2 provided by LBC's Streets service on request. Stage 3 Design Concept This request should be done at RIBA stage 3 or Developed Design before. Design
CONSTRUCTION
▪▪ For projects delivered by the Council, the project site will be regularly inspected throughout the construction stage.
▪▪ The Project Team should ensure that the relevant Council's services are consulted when any changes are made on site to previously agreed proposals. Stage 5 Construction
120 PRACTICAL COMPLETION Stage 6 Handover and ▪▪ The checklist(s) of requirements provided will be Close Out used to assess the scheme to ensure it is fit for purpose for handover.
▪▪ LBC's Streets service, after having inspected the works, will provide a written list of any apparent remedial works required to be carried out. Any issue rising from a Stage 3 Safety Audit will need to be adressed at this stage.
▪▪ Once the remedial works have been carried out, LBC's Streets service will issue a certificate of practical completion.
▪▪ The package of documents requested by the checklist(s) will be provided at this point.
▪▪ At practical completion a date will be agreed with all relevant teams in LBC's Streets service (highways, trees, etc.) to handover the scheme.
DEFECT CORRECTION PERIOD
▪▪ The defect correction period to be provided by the project contractor is shown in the table Stage 6 Handover and below. Close Out
carriageway minimum 5 years soft landscaping minimum 3 years metal work (drainage, street furniture) minimum 2 years all other highway minimum 1 year
▪▪ For projects delivered by third parties, reference should be made to the specific agreement, which states how any construction defects should be addressed for the whole of the defect correction period.
121 ▪▪ For projects delivered by the Council, a handover between the project team and LBC's Streets service will be agreed usually 1 year after practical completion/at the end of the defect period for the highway works. This means that there will be a period of 1 year for metalwork and 2 years for soft landscaping when LBC's Streets service will manage the project contractor who is still responsible for any repair work.
▪▪ There might be some overlap with day to day maintenance, and coordination with the relevant teams in LBC's Streets service will be needed (and their associated term contractors) .
Stage 6 HANDOVER Handover and Close Out ▪▪ On the date agreed at completion, the documents requested on the checklist(s) will be re-issued, together with any updates/additional documents that might have been produced during the defect period (for example Stage 4 Safety Audit).
▪▪ LBC's Streets service will give the final sign-off and issue a final certificate.
Stage 7 In use IN USE
▪▪ LBC's Streets service is now in charge of the day to day maintenance.
122 5.2 WHOLE LIFE COSTING Whole Life costing is “the systematic consideration of all relevant costs and revenues associated with the ownership of an asset." (National Platform for the Built Environment) It provides a tool to quantitatively assess and compare design proposals in order to identify the most economically advantageous option over a defined period. However, only options which meet the performance requirements for the asset should be considered. 123 WHAT SHOULD IT TAKE INTO ACCOUNT?
As the definition states, a Whole Life costing exercise needs to be systematic, and it is important that all costs and revenues, direct or indirect are taken into account for all options that are being compared. This include:
THE OBVIOUS:
1. initial investment capital.
2. maintenance - if a scheme with a high investment capital is being compared to a "do nothing" option, one should not forget to take into account the higher cost likely to be associated with reactive maintenance for this latter option. Unplanned and unexpected maintenance costs amount to a large portion of all money spent on public realm.
DIRECT REVENUES:
3. parking revenue (gain or loss).
4. street trading licenses.
INDIRECT REVENUES
5. increased business premises occupancy following a High Street regeneration project, leading to increased business rates collection.
6. increased house price (and therefore stamp duty) for houses located along tree lined streets.
REDUCED COSTS (DIRECT OR INDIRECT) ON THE HIGHWAY AUTHORITY AND OTHER SERVICES:
7. reduced cost associated with flooding risk if new asset provides SUDS.
8. reduced cost on policing if antisocial behaviours (including flytipping) are being tackled as part of the proposals.
9. reduced cost on health services where proposals encourage more people to walk, cycle, reduce the likelihood of accidents and improve air quality.
124 Please note that the list opposite is in no way exhaustive, and only aims to highlight the number and complexity of the parameters that need to be taken into account when carrying a meaningful Whole Life costing exercise.
HOW LONG DOES WHOLE LIFE MEAN?
Although in theory this should be calculated for the lifetime of the asset (until the asset is disposed of), for simplicity this will be done over a 10 year period to align with a commuted sums calculation.
COMMUTED SUMS
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This is an extremely simplified way to approximate EACA the costs associated with maintenance. It allows for FD a consistent, inexpensive and quick way to provide a cost for any given scheme.
A commuted sums calculation will be required ABACD for all public realm projects to be managed by the EDFDAFDCA Highway Authority. This will be used by Croydon Council Streets' service to inform maintenance budget conversation.
However, due to the simplified approach to commuted sums, this should not be used to inform design decisions, as it does not provide a systematic review of all costs and revenues associated with a given scheme.
125 CALCULATING WHOLE LIFE COSTING
Whole Life costing will not be systematically requested for public realm projects due to the likely difficulty, cost and time that would be associated with producing accurate and meaningful figures.
Should a project team be required or choose to do a Whole Life costing exercise, then it should be careful to include all costs and benefits and caveat it appropriately.
In addition to the list published by the Council of standard costs to calculate commuted sums, various tools exist to monetise the indirect revenues associated with public realm improvement schemes and might be helpful to inform a Whole Life costing exercise, for example:
▪▪ (TfL, 2015) Valuing the health benefits of transport schemes - monetises the revenues / health benefits of public realm schemes
▪▪ Health Economic Assessment Tool for Walking and Cycling (HEAT) - monetises the benefit from the deaths prevented in the population as Valuing the health benefits of a result of increases in physical activity (World transport schemes Health Organization). Guidance for London
▪▪ The Sickness Absence Reduction Tool (SART) - monetises the benefits from lower levels of sickness absence from work as a result of increases in physical activity
▪▪ Various research papers have been written and tools developed to assess the value of street trees and other green infrastructure. Some focus solely on their direct value (cost of planting and maintenance), others try and take into account the associated ecosystem value as well as the economic impact on house value and high street spending. The paper Green Infrastructure - Valuation Tools Assessment (Natural England, 2013) reviews several of these tools.
126 5.3 MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE The management and maintenance of Croydon’s public realm is fundamental to its success. Consideration of future management and maintenance should be at the heart of all public realm projects. This helps engender and communicate a sense of civic pride and belonging. 127 GENERAL GUIDELINES
▪▪ All schemes to be maintained by Croydon Highway Authority will need to be designed so that they are suitable for its established management and maintenance regime.
▪▪ For any proposals including an amount of soft landscaping, a Management Plan will need to be provided to ensure correct establishment of the planting.
▪▪ Consideration should be given to the opportunity schemes provide to make future savings on maintenance and management costs.
▪▪ Consideration should be given to storage of materials for future repair and replacement works.
▪▪ Opportunities should be explored for including in schemes income-generating activities that could supplement management and maintenance budgets.
▪▪ For schemes in Croydon Opportunity Area, Local and District Centres, a stepped change in the quality of public realm will be matched by an enhanced and dedicated management and maintenance processes that will ensure that the highest standards are met and maintained.
DESIGNED TO LAST
▪▪ Materials and construction methods should be designed to ensure durability and ease of cleaning.
▪▪ Costs of management and maintenance regimes need to be understood and secured in advance of new schemes being implemented.
▪▪ The teams responsible for management and
128 maintenance of public realm are integral to the design of any new scheme.
▪▪ Durability, longevity and future management and maintenance should be a fundamental consideration in specification of all materials.
▪▪ Consideration should be given to the maintenance and management of highways, footways and carriageways in all seasons and weather conditions.
▪▪ Management of vegetation for ecological / sustainability purposes as well as resourcing, including grass cutting, weeding and planting should be considered as part of the design process.
▪▪ Tree maintenance including thinning and periodic replacement should be considered as part of the design process.
▪▪ The type of impact absorbing surface in play areas should take account of maintenance requirements. Loose fill material should be used only where daily maintenance is available.
▪▪ Measures that reduce litter, and ease litter removal, including removal of chewing gum, should be considered as part of the design process.
▪▪ Minimising the potential for unauthorized graffiti, flytipping, vermin, illegal advertising including A-boards and flyposting should be considered as part of the design process.
▪▪ Natural surveillance, reducing the need for CCTV and an open, diverse and unintimidating public realm, should be promoted through the design of the scheme.
129 SHARED RESPONSIBILITIES
▪▪ Schemes promoted by the Council on private land will be required to establish their own maintenance management regimes that meet necessary minimum standards.
▪▪ Opportunities for community and third party funding, management and maintenance of spaces should be explored.
▪▪ Wherever possible, cohesive public realm schemes will be delivered and can include extension to private forecourts if authorized by the land owner. The Council will maintain the public realm management for a year, after that maintenance responsibilities will be entrusted to the land owner (unless confirmed otherwise).
▪▪ Future running costs of activities and uses envisaged to enliven and activate the public realm such as markets, cafes, street performance stages etc. Potential funding mechanisms should be considered.
MAINTENANCE ROUTINE ▪▪ Future maintenance of street signs including cleaning, repair and replacement, either due to damage or to keep information up to date.
▪▪ Special consideration should be given to how materials will withstand regular cleaning and periodic deep cleaning.
▪▪ When power washing is applied on paving, the process should include reinstatement of joints if required.
▪▪ Consideration should be given to any scheduled and likely future streetworks.
▪▪ Future re-application and changes to road markings should be considered. 130 6.0 APPENDIX
131 6.1 KEY REFERENCES
As mentioned in the introduction, this Guide is a supplementary document to the relevant British standards, national and regional policies and the Croydon Local Plan, which all still apply. The following documents have been used in the making of this Guide and constitute useful further reading. When refering to external guidance, always refer to the most up-to-date version equivalent of the guidance stated, where it exists.
GENERAL
▪▪ (LBC, 2018) Croydon Local Plan ▪▪ (TfL, 2017) Streetscape Guidance ▪▪ (Greater London Authority, 2015) The London Plan ▪▪ (Homes and Communities Agency, 2013) Urban Design Compendium ▪▪ (Vernon and co, 2009) Landscape Architect's Pocket Book ▪▪ (DfT, 2007) Manual for Streets ▪▪ (Historic England, 2018) Streets of All ▪▪ (LBC) Conservation Area Appraisals and Management Plans ▪▪ (LBC) Conservation Area General Guidance
2.0 DESIGN GUIDELINES
2.1 Principles ▪▪ (GLA, 2018) Mayor's Transport Strategy ▪▪ (TfL, 2017) Guide to the Healthy Streets Indicators ▪▪ (TfL, 2017) Small Change, Big Impact ▪▪ (Roads Task Force, 2013) The vision and directions for London's streets and roads
2.4 Sustainability ▪▪ (CIRIA, 2017) Guidance on the construction of SUDS ▪▪ (TfL, 2016) SUDS in London - a Guide ▪▪ (2015) London Boroughs of Wandsworth, Merton, Sutton and Croydon Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) ▪▪ (Local United, 2011) Community led Reuse of Resources ▪▪ (Defra, 2011) Guidance on applying the Waste Hierarchy ▪▪ (LBC, 2011) London Borough of Croydon Surface Water Management Plan (SWMP) ▪▪ (Crown, 2010) Flood and Water Management Act 2010
132 2.9 Counter terrorism ▪▪ (DfT, 2017) Mitigating security vulnerabilities outside railway bus and coach stations ▪▪ (DfT+CPNI, 2017) Traffic Advisory Leaflet 01/11 - Vehicle Security Barriers within the Streetscape ▪▪ (CPNI, 2014) Integrated Security Guide - A Public Realm Design Guide for Hostile Vehicle Mitigation ▪▪ (HO, 2012) Protecting Crowded Places
3.0 ROAD GEOMETRY
3.1 Pedestrians ▪▪ (CIHT, 2018) Inclusive and Accessible Places - Reviewing Shared Space ▪▪ (TfL, 2017) Accessible Bus Stop Guidance ▪▪ (DfT, 2011) Local Transport Note 1/11 Shared Space ▪▪ (British Standard, 2009) BS 8300:2009 Design of buildings and their approaches to meet the needs of disabled people - Code of practice ▪▪ (TfL, 2010) Pedestrian Comfort Guidance for London ▪▪ (Crown, 2010) Equality Act 2010 ▪▪ (UCL for The Guide Dogs for the Blind, 2009) Effective Kerb Heights for Blind and Partially Sighted People ▪▪ (DfT, 2002) Inclusive Mobility ▪▪ (Crown, 1995) Disability Discrimination Act 1995
3.2 Cyclists ▪▪ (LBC, 2018) Croydon’s Cycling Strategy 2018-23 ▪▪ (Wheels for Wellbeing, 2017) A Guide to Inclusive Cycling ▪▪ (TfL, 2014) London Cycle Design Standards
4.0 PALETTE OF MATERIALS
4.1 Surface material ▪▪ (DfT, 2007) Guidance on the use of Tactile Paving Surfaces
4.2 Street furniture ▪▪ (DfT, 2018) Grants to provide residential on-street chargepoints for plug-in electric vehicles - Guidance for Local Authorities ▪▪ (Defra, 2017) UK plan for tackling roadside nitrogen dioxide concentrations
133 ▪▪ (GLA, 2015) An Ultra Low Emission Vehicle Delivery Plan for London - Cleaner vehicles for a cleaner city
4.3 Signage and wayfinding ▪▪ (DfT, various revision dates for various chapters) Traffic Signs Manual ▪▪ (Crown, 2016) Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016 ▪▪ (Crown, 2013) London Local Authorities and Transport for London Act 2013 ▪▪ (Sustrans, 2013) Cycle Network Signing - Technical Information Note No. 5 ▪▪ (DfT, 2016) Circular 01/2016 The Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016 ▪▪ (London Council, 2015) Code of practice for affixing traffic signs and street lighting to buildings in London ▪▪ (DfT,2008), Traffic Sign Manual, Chapter 3: Regulatory Signs ▪▪ (TfL, 2005) Improving Walkability ▪▪ (DfT,2003), Traffic Sign Manual, Chapter 5: Road Markings
4.4 Cycling ▪▪ (Sustrans, 2012) Cycle Path Surface options ▪▪ Mayor's Transport Strategy (2018)
4.5 Trees and soft landscaping ▪▪ (LBC, draft expected 2018) Croydon Biodiversity action plan. ▪▪ (British Standard, 2015) BS 3882:2015 Specification for topsoil ▪▪ (British Standard, 2014) BS 8545:2014 Trees: from nursery to independence in the landscape. Recommendations ▪▪ (British Standards, 2012) BS 5837:2012 Trees in relation to design, demolition and construction - Recommendations ▪▪ (GLA, 2012) The All London Green Grid Area 7 - London's Downlands. ▪▪ (Natural England, 2011) London’s Natural Signatures: The London landscape Framework. ▪▪ (British Standard, 2010) BS 3998:2010 Tree work. Recommendations ▪▪ (NJUG, 2007) Volume 4 - NJUG Guidelines for the Planning, Installation and Maintenance of Utility Apparatus in Proximity to Trees ▪▪ (DCLG, 2006) Tree roots in the built environment ▪▪ (British Standards, 1989) BS 4428:1989 Code of practice for general landscape operations (excluding hard surfaces)
5.0 THE LIFE OF THE PUBLIC REALM
5.1 Delivery of public realm ▪▪ (LBC, 2014) Specification for road and sewer works in new streets by section 38/33 agreements 134 5.2 Whole Life Costing ▪▪ (TfL, 2015) Valuing the health benefits of transport schemes ▪▪ (LBC, 2014) Specification for Road and sewer works in new streets by Section 38/33 agreements ▪▪ (Natural England, 2013) Green Infrastructure - Valuation Tools Assessment
5.3 Management and maintenance of public realm ▪▪ (UK Roads Liaison Group, 2016) Well Managed Highway Infrastructure, A code of Practice
6.2 GLOSSARY
ASL: Advanced stop line BID: Business Improvement District CAVAT: Capital Asset Value for Amenity Trees CIHT: Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation CNPI: Centre for Protection of National Infrastructure COA: Croydon Opportunity Area CTSA: Counter Terrorism Security Adviser DFT: Department for Transport GLA: Greater London Authority HE AT: Health Economic Assessment Tool for Walking and Cycling HO: Home Office HVM: Hostile Vehicle Mitigation LASC: Local Area of Specific Character LBC: London Borough of Croydon LLFA: Lead Local Flood Authority NJUG: National Joint Utilities Group PFI: Private Finance Initiative PPP: Public Private Partnership RIBA: Royal Institute Of British Architects PRDG: Public Realm Design Guide SART: Sickness Absence Reduction Tool SFRA: Strategic Flood Risk Assessment SUDS: Sustainable Drainage System TFL: Transport for London TLRN: Transport for London Road Network TSRGD: Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions
135 6.3 PHOTO CREDITS
© Jim Stephenson for © Jakob Spriestersbach for Croydon Council Croydon Council © Croydon Council (various officers) © Others 1.0 Introduction ▪▪Cover photo - Caithness Walk ▪▪Restaurants spilling on ▪▪Integrated play elements at New ▪▪Temporary Crazy Golf in pavement on South End Addington Exchange Square 2.0 Design Guidelines ▪▪©Ruth Ward - Cover photo - College Square 2.1 Principles ▪▪Sustainable - Caithness Walk ▪▪Attractive - South End, ▪▪©Ruth Ward - Designed for ▪▪Maintained to high standards opposite Swan and Sugar people - College Road Parklet - Dingwall Roundabout Loaf ▪▪Safe and welcoming - Jubilee ▪▪Place Specific - view towards Bridge St Michael Church from West ▪▪Wellesley Road - before and Croydon after
2.2 Sustainability ▪▪St John's Memorial Garden ▪▪Parking meter ▪▪©We Made That Architects - ▪▪Deculverted Wandle South End Idea shop ▪▪Connect2 over Roman Way ▪▪©White Label - South End food festival 2.3 Activating the public ▪▪Temporary Crazy Golf on ▪▪Market Day along New Addington’s realm Caithness Walk Central Parade ▪▪Wandle Park Opening Day 2.4 Public realm 'in waiting' ▪▪Development Sites ▪▪Parklet on Croydon High Street ▪▪©Ruth Ward - Trialling public and meanwhile uses ▪▪Construction Sites, BoxPark ▪▪Crossing near Crescent Primary School realm projects ▪▪©We Made That Architects - South End Idea shop ▪▪©Alaistair McKinlay - Saffron Central Growing on Taberner House site
2.5 Play ▪▪Informal play elements along ▪▪Skate Park in Wandle Park Caithness Walk ▪▪Outdoor gym in Lloyd Park ▪▪Play opportunity in St John ▪▪Play Area in Wandle Park Memorial Garden ▪▪Play Street event 2.6 Public Art ▪▪Mural at Jubilee bridge ▪▪Peeping through St Michael's ▪▪Window into the past, Thornton Heath ▪▪©Philip Dennis - involving the ▪▪Broad Green bell Church's rose window, West ▪▪Three dimensional art along Surrey Street community in Thornton Heath ▪▪Sustrans' Portrait bench on Croydon ▪▪Conditioning units along Surrey Street ▪▪©UAU - temporary interactive Charles' Street ▪▪Wall art by Ruskin Parade, ▪▪Memorial on Surrey Street light installation along St Selsdon Road ▪▪Hand made clay plate along Wellesley George's Walk ▪▪Bespoke pavers by the Tree Road ▪▪©Ruth Ward - Bespoke street House in South End ▪▪Engraved granite block in South Norwood furniture - College Square ▪▪Bespoke seating on Dingwall roundabout ▪▪2011 Riots anniversary ▪▪Year of the bus 2014
136 6.3 PHOTO CREDITS
© Jim Stephenson for © Jakob Spriestersbach for Croydon Council Croydon Council © Croydon Council (various officers) © Others 1.0 Introduction ▪▪Cover photo - Caithness Walk ▪▪Restaurants spilling on ▪▪Integrated play elements at New ▪▪Temporary Crazy Golf in pavement on South End Addington Exchange Square 2.0 Design Guidelines ▪▪©Ruth Ward - Cover photo - College Square 2.1 Principles ▪▪Sustainable - Caithness Walk ▪▪Attractive - South End, ▪▪©Ruth Ward - Designed for ▪▪Maintained to high standards opposite Swan and Sugar people - College Road Parklet - Dingwall Roundabout Loaf ▪▪Safe and welcoming - Jubilee ▪▪Place Specific - view towards Bridge St Michael Church from West ▪▪Wellesley Road - before and Croydon after
2.2 Sustainability ▪▪St John's Memorial Garden ▪▪Parking meter ▪▪©We Made That Architects - ▪▪Deculverted Wandle South End Idea shop ▪▪Connect2 over Roman Way ▪▪©White Label - South End food festival 2.3 Activating the public ▪▪Temporary Crazy Golf on ▪▪Market Day along New Addington’s realm Caithness Walk Central Parade ▪▪Wandle Park Opening Day 2.4 Public realm 'in waiting' ▪▪Development Sites ▪▪Parklet on Croydon High Street ▪▪©Ruth Ward - Trialling public and meanwhile uses ▪▪Construction Sites, BoxPark ▪▪Crossing near Crescent Primary School realm projects ▪▪©We Made That Architects - South End Idea shop ▪▪©Alaistair McKinlay - Saffron Central Growing on Taberner House site
2.5 Play ▪▪Informal play elements along ▪▪Skate Park in Wandle Park Caithness Walk ▪▪Outdoor gym in Lloyd Park ▪▪Play opportunity in St John ▪▪Play Area in Wandle Park Memorial Garden ▪▪Play Street event 2.6 Public Art ▪▪Mural at Jubilee bridge ▪▪Peeping through St Michael's ▪▪Window into the past, Thornton Heath ▪▪©Philip Dennis - involving the ▪▪Broad Green bell Church's rose window, West ▪▪Three dimensional art along Surrey Street community in Thornton Heath ▪▪Sustrans' Portrait bench on Croydon ▪▪Conditioning units along Surrey Street ▪▪©UAU - temporary interactive Charles' Street ▪▪Wall art by Ruskin Parade, ▪▪Memorial on Surrey Street light installation along St Selsdon Road ▪▪Hand made clay plate along Wellesley George's Walk ▪▪Bespoke pavers by the Tree Road ▪▪©Ruth Ward - Bespoke street House in South End ▪▪Engraved granite block in South Norwood furniture - College Square ▪▪Bespoke seating on Dingwall roundabout ▪▪2011 Riots anniversary ▪▪Year of the bus 2014
137 © Jim Stephenson for © Jakob Spriestersbach for Croydon Council Croydon Council © Croydon Council (various officers) © Others 2.7 Counter terrorism ▪▪©HVM - Vertical elements examples ▪▪Unknown - Topographical changes ▪▪Unknown - Water feature in Nottingham
3.0 Road Geometry ▪▪Park Lane Crossing 3.1 Pedestrians ▪▪Thornton Heath library ▪▪Unknown - Guide dog ▪▪Crossing over Brighton Road opposite East Croydon station ▪▪Dropped kerb on Mint Walk ▪▪Unknown - New Street, ▪▪Lansdowne Road Brighton.
3.2 Cyclists ▪▪Crossing over Roman Way 3.3 Parking ▪▪Cars parked on London Road 4.0 Palette of Materials ▪▪Cover photo - West Croydon ▪▪Lansdowne Road, various circus ▪▪Dropped kerbs, various 4.1 Surface Materials ▪▪Asphalt Surfaces, ▪▪Surface drainage ▪▪Asphalt Surfaces, footways and ▪▪Unknown - Asphalt Surfaces, carriageway only, London carriageways on footway segregated cycle Road ▪▪Resin Bound Gravel - Cycle Paths tracks ▪▪Resin Bound Gravel, tree ▪▪Kerbs, various ▪▪Sustrans - Asphalt Surfaces, surround ▪▪Inspection and utility covers, various cycle path ▪▪Unknown - self-binding gravel 4.2 Street Furniture ▪▪Telephone Kiosk in South ▪▪General Guidelines, various End, before ▪▪Lighting, Oak column on Woodcote Village Green ▪▪Bus Shelters, various ▪▪Telephone Kiosk in South End, after 4.3 Signage and Wayfinding ▪▪Tfl's Legible London ▪▪Welcome sign in South End ▪▪Combining signs ▪▪Broad Green bell ▪▪Unnecessary clutter ▪▪Road markings, various ▪▪Street name plates, various ▪▪Advertising, various 4.4 Cycling ▪▪Croydon Cycle Hub at east ▪▪Cycle signage, various ▪▪Unknown, various on footway Croydon station ▪▪Cycle stands, various and off road cycle routes 4.5 Trees and Soft ▪▪Park Lane crossing ▪▪Grangewood Park Landscaping ▪▪Queen's Gardens 5.0 the Life of the Public ▪▪Cover photo - Broad Green realm bell 6.0 Key references ▪▪Cover photo - St John's Memorial garden
138 © Jim Stephenson for © Jakob Spriestersbach for Croydon Council Croydon Council © Croydon Council (various officers) © Others 2.7 Counter terrorism ▪▪©HVM - Vertical elements examples ▪▪Unknown - Topographical changes ▪▪Unknown - Water feature in Nottingham
3.0 Road Geometry ▪▪Park Lane Crossing 3.1 Pedestrians ▪▪Thornton Heath library ▪▪Unknown - Guide dog ▪▪Crossing over Brighton Road opposite East Croydon station ▪▪Dropped kerb on Mint Walk ▪▪Unknown - New Street, ▪▪Lansdowne Road Brighton.
3.2 Cyclists ▪▪Crossing over Roman Way 3.3 Parking ▪▪Cars parked on London Road 4.0 Palette of Materials ▪▪Cover photo - West Croydon ▪▪Lansdowne Road, various circus ▪▪Dropped kerbs, various 4.1 Surface Materials ▪▪Asphalt Surfaces, ▪▪Surface drainage ▪▪Asphalt Surfaces, footways and ▪▪Unknown - Asphalt Surfaces, carriageway only, London carriageways on footway segregated cycle Road ▪▪Resin Bound Gravel - Cycle Paths tracks ▪▪Resin Bound Gravel, tree ▪▪Kerbs, various ▪▪Sustrans - Asphalt Surfaces, surround ▪▪Inspection and utility covers, various cycle path ▪▪Unknown - self-binding gravel 4.2 Street Furniture ▪▪Telephone Kiosk in South ▪▪General Guidelines, various End, before ▪▪Lighting, Oak column on Woodcote Village Green ▪▪Bus Shelters, various ▪▪Telephone Kiosk in South End, after 4.3 Signage and Wayfinding ▪▪Tfl's Legible London ▪▪Welcome sign in South End ▪▪Combining signs ▪▪Broad Green bell ▪▪Unnecessary clutter ▪▪Road markings, various ▪▪Street name plates, various ▪▪Advertising, various 4.4 Cycling ▪▪Croydon Cycle Hub at east ▪▪Cycle signage, various ▪▪Unknown, various on footway Croydon station ▪▪Cycle stands, various and off road cycle routes 4.5 Trees and Soft ▪▪Park Lane crossing ▪▪Grangewood Park Landscaping ▪▪Queen's Gardens 5.0 the Life of the Public ▪▪Cover photo - Broad Green realm bell 6.0 Key references ▪▪Cover photo - St John's Memorial garden
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