Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Transport, Street Scene and Flooding
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: Yes
To consider 7 representations (2 formally identified as objections) in connection with the proposed introduction of a 50-mph speed limit onthe B4039 Gibb Road between the existing 30-mph limit at the B4039/C71 crossroads at The Gibb and the existing 40-mph speed limit 70 metres north of the Castle Combe Golf Course access (see Appendix 1). This would reduce the speed limit from the current National Speed Limit.
I approve that:
(i) the proposal be implemented with amendments – specifically that the proposal is re-advertised and consulted as a 40-mph limit and
(ii) the objectors be advised accordingly.
This decision was published on 24 October 2023 and will come into force on 1 November 2023.
The need for an amendment to the speed limit was identified following the submission and subsequent approval of a development for the renovation, preservation and re-use of World War II buildings at the site adjacent to Woodbury Hill House.
The development requires the formation of a new access. The reduction in the speed limit, together with road markings, has been considered appropriate, and necessary.
Representations made to the advertised draft Order listed in Appendix 2 have been considered. Whilst the proposal for a 50-mph speed limit, as advertised, is considered to reflect the actual speeds on this section of road, there is a strong community desire to reduce the speed of traffic on this section of road to 40-mph.
To:
(i) Implement the proposals as advertised.
(ii) Not implement the proposals.
(iii) Implement the proposals with amendments.
Other reasons / organisations consulted
Consultations have been undertaken with the Fire Service, Police and Ambulance Service, and also with the relevant bus companies, the Town Council and the Local Member. Advertisements have been posted in the local press and notices were posted in prominent positions at the site (see Appendix 1A).
Contact: Amanda Hall 01225 713323 Email: amanda.hall@wiltshire.gov.uk.
Publication date: 10/10/2023
Date of decision: 24/10/2023
Effective from: 01/11/2023
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