Issue - meetings

The report before the Committee detailed responses received to the advertised proposals to introduce a change of times of operation in part of the RO1 parking zone, along with junction protection to alleviate congestion issues.

The report informed the Committee that the statutory consultation was undertaken between 27 January and 17 February 2017, responses were appended to the report.

The Committee noted officers view that due to the proximity of Gidea Park Station and Romford Station being a 12 minute walk there was a high risk of perceived non-resident parking. The report stated that if implemented, the area would be monitored and be reviewed after six months to consider if there were any detrimental effects to traffic flow or residential parking within the area

In accordance with the public speaking arrangements the Committee was addressed by a resident who was in favour of the proposed scheme.

The resident stated that he was speaking on behalf of most residents of Brentwood Drive. The Sub-Committee was informed that nothing had changed but the situation was getting worse as commuter parking was of concern.

The resident stated that the quality of life of local residents had been adversely impacted as commuters were parking indiscriminately leading to congestion and safety concern at road junctions and also damaging residents’ vehicles.

A Member commented that all day restrictions may not be required, it was suggested that implementing a limited restrictions as a means of deterring commuter parking be considered.

Another Member stated that he had been in correspondence with the resident for a period of time and was in support of the scheme.

The Committee considered the report and RESOLVED to recommend to the Cabinet Member for Environment, Regulatory Services and Community Safety that:

·         The proposed changes to the operational times of the parking restrictions in Lodge Avenue, Glenwood Drive and Carlton Road to Monday to Saturday 8.30am – 6.30pm be implemented as advertised;

·         The effects of implementation be monitored for a period of six months and in the event of any identifiable parking issues within adjacent roads, authority be granted for the commencement of a stage 2 detailed consultation to identify suitable measures, to deal with these issues.

Members noted that the estimated cost of the scheme was £5000, which would be funded from the Capital Parking Strategy Investment Allocation 2016/2017.

The voting was 10 votes in favour to one abstention.