Purpose

SECTION 66(4) AND 65(1) of the HIGHWAYS ACT
1980
The proposal is to convert a section of the existing footway to
enable cyclists/scooters to link between the Parallel crossing,
Mulberry Way and Combe Road. This will be an unsegregated cycle
track for shared use by cyclists/scooters and pedestrians.
The locations are:
•on the south side of Bradford Road between Mulberry Way and
Combe Road;
•and on the north east side of the roundabout on Mulberry Way
at the junction of Bradford Road.
In order to convert a footway to cycle track, the footway must be
removed under Section 66(4) of the Highways Act 1980 and a cycle
track ‘constructed’ under Section 65(1) of the Act. No
physical construction is necessary here, however there needs to be
clear evidence that the power has been exercised. This evidence
will come from the recording of the decision making process.

Decision

Under the delegated authority granted to the
Director of Place Management authorisation is given to convert a
footway to a cycle track (sections 66(4) and 65(1) of the Highways
Act 1980). The conversion of the area of footway is shown in green
on the accompanying drawing.

Alternative options considered

Option 1 - Provide a cycle track within the
carriageway. The carriageway is not wide enough for this
facility.