Item No. 5
SUBJECT: 40 MPH SPEED LIMIT B4598 AT LLANFAIR KILGEDDIN
MEETING: Cabinet Member for County Operations DATE: 15th January 2014 DIVISION/WARDS AFFECTED: Bryn y Cwm, Llanover
1. PURPOSE:
To consider the proposed Order subsequent to representations received following advertisement in accordance with the Local Authorities Traffic Orders (Procedure) (England and Wales) Regulations 1994.
2. RECOMMENDATIONS:
Not to hold an inquiry into the proposal
To approve the proposed Order as consulted and advertised upon to implement the Order.
3. KEY ISSUES:
Following numerous concerns raised by representatives of the local community regarding road safety and inappropriate vehicular speeds on the B4598 in the vicinity of the school at Llanfair Kilgeddin, Monmouthshire County Council has undertaken a review and assessed that the B4598 in the vicinity of the school would be appropriate for a 40 mph speed limit as set out in the Welsh Government’s Setting Local Speed Limits policy. Automated vehicular speed and volume counts were undertaken at two locations over a 7 day continuous period and the mean speeds recorded over both directions at each of the two count locations were 42 mph and 41 mph respectively and are deemed to satisfy the current guidance on setting a 40 mph speed limit.
The local elected member, Local Community Council and Heddlu Gwent Police have confirmed their support in writing for the proposed 40 mph speed limit.
A single objection has been received from a member of the general public.
4. REASONS:
The new Traffic Regulation Order is desirable to provide a more appropriate speed limit on the B4598 adjacent to the school at Llanfair Kilgeddin and enhance the level of road safety for all highway users in particular those using the main junction of the B4598 with Llanover Road (R53).
Regulation 9 of the Local Authorities’ Traffic Orders (Procedure) (England and Wales) Regulations 1996 enables the Council to hold a public inquiry into the proposal if there are unresolved objections. The purpose of such an inquiry would be for the proposal to be explained and subjected to examination; and for the public to be given the opportunity to make their views known. Should a public inquiry be held then it would not be possible for it to be implemented for at least six months.
Officers consider that in view of the fact that the objections received have been considered and addressed as set out in the report, that the Council’s proposals do not warrant the holding of any inquiry.
5. RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS:
The costs of the proposed Traffic Regulation Order, road markings and signage are being funded by Monmouthshire County Council and are included in the current road safety and traffic management programme.
6. SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND EQUALITY IMPLICATIONS
There are no sustainability issues regarding lowering the speed limit at this location.
7. CONSULTEES: Senior Leadership Team County Councillor B Jones, Cabinet Member for County Operations County Councillor Mrs S Jones Llanover Community Council
8. BACKGROUND PAPERS:
Proposed Order Schedule and Statement of Reasons, Notice of Intention, Schedule of Objections/Comments, Proposed 40 mph speed limit scheme drawing, Summary of automated speed count survey data, Equalities Impact Assessment.
9. AUTHOR:
Paul Keeble Traffic & Network Manager
10. CONTACT DETAILS:
E-mail: [email protected] Telephone: 01633 644733
Schedule of Objections/Comments
Name/Address Support Comments 1.Heddlu Gwent Police Has confirmed its support in writing by Noted. letter
Name/Address Support Comments Councillor Mrs.S Jones Has confirmed her support in writing by Noted. email.
Name/Address Support Comments Llanover Community Has supported the proposed 40mph The northern extent of the proposed 40 mph speed limit as Council however have commented that the extent consulted upon provides excellent forward visibility to the start of of the proposed speed limit be extended the 40 mph speed limit thereby giving highway users sufficient 50 metres further north and also further time to reduce their speed accordingly and also there is south by approximately 20 metres nearer insufficient verge widths to accommodate highway signage and the bend in the carriageway. posts safely further north than the proposed extent of the 40 mph speed limit. The southern boundary of the proposed 40 mph is on a relatively straight section of highway and affords good forward visibility to allow highway users to reduce their approach speeds. The junction of the B4598 with Llanover Road ( R53) to the west of Llanfair Kilgeddin school is clearly defined within the boundary and will benefit from the proposed 40mph limit however the opportunity to locate the sign and post closer to Usk will be considered at the time of erection on site subject to adequate verge clearance.
Name/Address Objection Comments Member of the general Contends that the proposals have not The proposed Traffic Regulation Order has been fully consulted public been adequately advertised. Contends upon and advertised as required. A copy of the notice of that the proposed speed limit does not Intention was inserted in the local press and public notices were comply with the Guidance as set out in erected on site for public viewing for the required 28 day period. Setting Local Speed Limits in Wales. Statutory consultees have also been notified of the proposals Contends that the proposed 40 mph speed and consulted by letter. limit is unreasonably low and will not The mean speeds recorded of 42 mph and 41 mph during the enhance the level of road safety. Contends automated count confirmed that a 40 mph speed limit would not that the length of the proposed speed limit be unreasonably low or inappropriate. is unreasonably short. Key objectives Setting Local Speed Limits in Wales is a guidance document stated in Setting Local Speed limits in only and not a statutory Instrument or Act and the minimum Wales include improved quality of life for lengths of speed limits indicated in this document are for local communities especially rural guidance purposes only. communities and improved respect for speed limits and in turn improved self compliance.
SECTION 84 - ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO MAKE A PERMANENT ORDER
MONMOUTHSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL CYNGOR SIR FYNWY (40MPH SPEED LIMIT B4598 NEAR LLANFAIR KILGEDDIN)
TRAFFIC REGULATION ORDER 2013 GORCHYMYN RHEOLAETH TRAFFIG 2013
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Monmouthshire County Council of County Hall, Rhadyr, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1GA ("the Council") propose to make a Road Traffic Regulation Order as follows:
Effect of the Order: to introduce a mandatory 40mph speed limit on the B4598 near Llanfair Kilgeddin in order to raise the level of road safety.
Further details of the proposed Order comprising a plan, statement of reasons for proposing to make the Order may be examined during normal office hours at County Hall, Rhadyr, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1GA and the Councils Abergavenny One Stop Shop, Market Hall, Cross Street, Abergavenny, NP7 5HD. If you wish to telephone to obtain further information about this proposal please telephone 01633 - 644026.
Any objections in respect of this proposal should be made in writing, stating the grounds on which the objection is being made and should be sent to Head of Legal Services, Monmouthshire County Council, PO Box 106, Caldicot, NP26 9AN not later than the 18th of November 2013. Please quote reference CW/H45/60.0791 on any correspondence.
Date: 30th of September 2013
R Tranter
Head of Legal Services/Pennaeth Gwasanaethau Cyfreithiol
Proposed 40 Mph Speed Limit B4598 near Llanfair Kilgeddin
Schedule: The B4598 from a point 65 metres north‐east of it’s junction with St.Mary’s Close to a point 30 metres south‐west of it’s junction with Llanover Road ( R53). The unnamed road between St.Marys Close and the R53 (Llanover Road) from it’s junction with St.Marys Close in a generally south‐westerly direction for a distance of 20 metres.
Statement of Reasons:
Following concerns received from the local community regarding the level of road safety and vehicular speeds on the B4598 near the hamlet and school in Llanfair Kilgeddin, Monmouthshire County Council undertook further investigations and is proposing to provide a mandatory 40 mph speed limit on the B4598 as per the attached plan in order to raise the level of road safety.
The “Equality Challenge” (Screening document) Name of the Officer Paul Keeble To introduce a reduced speed limit on the highway by means of a Traffic Regulation Order. Name Traffic and Network Management Date 12th December 2013
Protected characteristic Negative impact Neutral impact Positive Impact affected Please give details Please give details Please give details Age x Disability x Marriage + Civil x Partnership Pregnancy and x maternity Race x Religion or Belief x Sex (was Gender) x Sexual Orientation x Transgender x Welsh Language x
What are the potential negative Impacts. Ideas as to how we can look to MITIGATE the negative impacts (include any reasonable adjustments or engagement with affected parties).
The next steps If you have assessed the proposal/s as having a positive impact please give full details below:
If you have assessed the proposal/s as having a Negative Impact could you please provide us with details of what you propose to do to mitigate the negative impact:
Signed P.Keeble Designation Traffic and Network Manager Dated 12th December 2013
Equality Impact Assessment Form
and
Sustainable Development Checklist
EQUALITY IMPACT ASSESSMENT FORM
Name of policy or change to service (Proposal) Directorate: Department: 40 Mph Speed Limit on B4598 by Llanfair Kilgeddin Regeneration and Culture Traffic and Network Management
Policy author / service lead Name of assessor Date of assessment: th Kellie Beirne P.Keeble 12 December 2013
1.Have you completed the Equality Challenge form? Yes / No. If No please explain why Yes.
2.What is the Aim/s of the Policy or the proposed change to the policy or service (the proposal) To improve the level of road safety and quality of life of local residents and address the concerns of the local community and their representatives.
3. From your findings from the “Equality Challenge” form did you identify any people or groups of people with protected characteristics that this proposal was likely to affect in a negative way? Please tick appropriate boxes below.
Age Race Disability Religion or Belief Gender reassignment Sex Marriage or civil partnership Sexual Orientation Pregnancy and maternity Welsh Language
4. Please give details of any consultation(s) or engagement carried out in the development /re-development of this proposal.
Formal legal consultation procedure undertaken in accordance with the requirements for a proposed permanent Traffic Regulation Order.
5. Please list the data that has been used for this proposal?eg Household survey data, Welsh Govt data, ONS data, MCC service user data, Staff personnel data etc.
7 day automated vehicular speed and volume count undertaken in April 2013.
6. As a result did you take any actions to mitigate your proposal? Please give details below.
No.
7. Final stage – What was decided? No change made to proposal/s– please give details The proposed lower speed limit does not adversely affect any specific group or individual in terms of equality legislation.
Slight changes made to proposal/s – please give details
Major changes made to the proposal/s to mitigate any significant negative impact – please give details
Signed………P.Keeble…………Designation……Traffic and Network Manager………Dated……12th December 2013………
The “Sustainability Challenge” Name of the Officer P.Keeble To introduce a reduced speed limit on the highway by means of a Traffic Regulation Order.
Name Date 12th December 2013 Traffic and Network Management
Aspect of sustainability Negative impact Neutral impact Positive Impact affected Please give details Please give details Please give details PEOPLE Ensure that more x people have access to healthy food Improve housing quality x and provision Reduce ill health and x improve healthcare provision Promote independence x Encourage community x participation/action and voluntary work Targets socially x excluded Help reduce crime and x fear of crime Improve access to x education and training Have a positive impact x reduction in vehicular exhaust noises due on people and places in to lower legal speed limit. other countries PLANET Reduce, reuse and x recycle waste and water x mandatory lower speed limit will lower Reduce carbon dioxide carbon dioxide emissions compared to emissions current derestricted speed limit. Prevent or reduce x pollution of the air, land and water Protect or enhance x wildlife habitats (e.g. trees, hedgerows, open spaces) Protect or enhance x visual appearance of environment PROFIT Protect local shops and x services Link local production x with local consumption Improve environmental x awareness of local businesses Increase employment x for local people Preserve and enhance x local identity and culture Consider ethical x purchasing issues, such as Fairtrade, sustainable timber (FSC logo) etc Increase and improve x access to leisure, recreation or cultural facilities
What are the potential negative Impacts Ideas as to how we can look to MITIGATE the negative impacts (include any reasonable adjustments)
The next steps If you have assessed the proposal/s as having a positive impact please give full details below
Quality of life for local residents will rise due to reduction in vehicle exhaust noise and in lower carbon dioxide emissions at the reduced mandatory speed limit of 40 mph.
If you have assessed the proposal/s as having a Negative Impact could you please provide us with details of what you propose to do to mitigate the negative impact:
Signed Dated P.Keeble 12th December 2013