During July we will be carrying out a full ward survey on a couple of topics and this includes whether you think any streets in Twerton/Whiteway should be considered as a Low Traffic or Liveable Neighbourhood.
A range of measures can be used to restrict vehicle access into residential neighbourhoods to bring about a safer and more attractive environment in which to walk or cycle. Importantly, these measures do not prevent vehicles from entering the neighbourhood, only from passing through or ‘rat running’. Residents can still drive, park and receive deliveries on their streets.
Measures should be proportionate to the issues experienced in the area and could include, but are not limited to the following:
• Road closures and modal filters, such as bollards, bus gates, attractive planters and no-entry signs
• One way streets
• Time-limited access restrictions with signage and enforcement, useful for school streets
• Width restrictions to stop HGVs passing through
• Traffic calming and speed limit restriction
• Residents parking schemes and parking restrictions
• Electric vehicle charging, to reduce the environmental impact of remaining vehicles
There are many pros and cons to Liveable Neighbourhoods and not every area may be suitable.
Our survey asks if you would like your street/area to be considered, if any are identified, we will then arrange a door to door conversation to explain what options are available, the positive and negative aspects of what has been requested and the impact on both your area and the neighbouring areas that may fall outside the requested Liveable Neighbourhood.
