Purpose

The purpose of this proposal is to introduce a 1.5 metre width restriction to create a safe route for pedestrians, equestrians, cycles and vehicles of less than 1.5m width.

The available width of Serpentine Road (byway BT1201057) does not allow safe passage of vehicles wider than 1.5m and other vulnerable users. The nature and width of the route means that normal road vehicles are unable to reverse safely to allow other users to pass.

It is proposed to limit vehicle widths to reduce the potential for accidents and improve the general safety of users.

Consultations
Formal consultation was carried out between 22 November-2024 and 20 December-2024 which included advertising in the local press and notices being displayed on site. Divisional county councillors were consulted along with the council's usual consultees and the consultation documents posted on the council's website.

Following formal consultation No Objections were received.

Decision

Peter Bell, Highway Regulation Manager, took the decision to approve the introduction of a 1.5 metre width restriction Serpentine Road (byway BT1201057).