Decision details

HTW-04-17: Speed Limit, Durley - 40mph

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Transport, Street Scene and Flooding

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: Yes

Purpose:

To consider the comments received following the formal advertisement of speed limit changes associated with the request for a 40 mph speed limit in Durley, and to recommend an appropriate way forward.

Decision:

I approve that:

 

(i)            The proposals be implemented as advertised.

 

(ii)          The objectors be informed accordingly.

 

 

This decision was published on 4 July 2017 and will come into force on 12 July 2017.           

 

 

Reasons for the decision:

The proposals have been assessed and are in accordance with the guidance provided by the Department for Transport, Circular 01/13 ‘Setting Local Speed Limits’, and Wiltshire Council’s own adopted policy for 40 mph restrictions.

Alternative options considered:

To:

 

(i)         Implement the advertised changes.

 

(ii)        Abandon the proposals and retain the existing restriction.

 

Other reasons / organisations consulted

The proposals have been developed following prioritisation of this request by the Pewsey Area Board.  The assessment report has been considered and supported by Burbage Parish Council.

Contact: 07747 790517 email:  richarda.lewis@wiltshire.gov.uk.

Publication date: 02/06/2017

Date of decision: 02/06/2017

Effective from: 12/07/2017

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