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Proposed 20mph speed limit - Cambridge Road area

Update - 24 July 2009

Following the formal consultation carried out in November 2008, representations were received from residents regarding the proposals, of which a majority did not support the introduction 20mph speed limit within the proposed boundary. There was however support for measures to limit vehicular speeds in some roads. The representations received along with officers’ recommendations were presented in a report to the Cabinet Member for Planning and Traffic Management on 17 June 2009, who has agreed to proceed with the implementation of the proposals.

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Update - 19 December 2008

Due to the confusing nature of the initial consultation newsletter distributed in the Cambridge Road area, letters of clarification were sent to all residents on 19 December 2009 and in turn the consultation period was extended to 9 January 2009, see below for a copy of the letter.

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Consultation - 21 November 2008

In line with Merton’s commitment to reduce vehicular speeds through 20 mph zones or 20 mph speed limits, funding has been allocated for 2008/09 financial year to convert existing traffic calmed roads within the borough into 20mph zones/limits. Cambridge Road area bounded by Cottenham Park Road (inclusive) in the north; Coombe Lane in the south; Arterberry Road in the east; Oakwood Road (inclusive) in the west has been identified as one that is suitable for a 20mph speed limit. A drawing is enclosed showing the boundary.

A 20mph speed limit is a dedicated area where improving safety and maintaining the quality of life for local residents takes precedence over the general objective to ease traffic movement. Traffic speeds within the area are not to exceed 20 mph.

To convert this area into a 20mph zone in accordance with the legal requirements, additional traffic calming measures would be required on the following roads:

  • Richmond Road (4 sets of speed cushions)
  • Oakwood Road (12 sets of speed cushions)
  • Melbury Gardens (4 sets of speed cushions)
  • Spencer Road (1 set of speed cushions)
  • Avenue Road ( 2 sets of speed cushions)
  • Cottenham Drive (3 sets of speed cushions)
  • Laurel Road (1 set of speed cushions)
  • Hunter Road (1 set of speed cushions)
  • Conway Road (2 sets of speed cushions)
  • Langham Road (3 sets of speed cushions)
  • Pendarves Road (1 set of speed cushions)
  • Kenwin Road (1 set of speed cushions)
  • Rosevine Road (1 set of speed cushions)
  • Tolverne Road (2 sets of speed cushions)
  • Trewince Road (2 sets of speed cushions)
  • Devas Road (2 sets of speed cushions)
  • Montana Road (1 set of speed cushions)
  • Dunmore Road (2 sets of speed cushions)
  • part of Cambridge Road (6 speed humps in line with the existing speed humps)

Due to the large number of additional features required for a zone, it has been agreed to consider a limit for this area.

Proposal

To convert this area into a 20 mph speed limit, additional traffic calming features would not be required. The introduction of a 20mph limit would require the appropriate signage and road markings within the area. The approximate locations of the signs are shown on the enclosed drawing. No additional traffic calming features would be introduced as part of the proposal.

What happens next

A Notice of the Council’s intentions to make the Traffic Management Order (TMO) for the above measures will be published in the local newspaper and the London Gazette. Notices will also be posted on lamp columns in the vicinity. Representations for and against must be done in writing to the Head of Street Scene and Waste Management Division, Merton Civic Centre, London Road, Morden, Surrey, SM4 5DX by no later than 12 December 2008, quoting reference ES/SGE/CAMBRIDGERD20MPH.

Anyone who opposes the scheme must state the grounds upon which their objection is made. Those who support the scheme are also encouraged to make representations.

Please note that responses to any representation received will not be made until a final decision is made by the Cabinet Member. The Council is required to give weight to the nature and content of your representations and not necessarily the quantity. Your reasons are, therefore, important to us.

The outcome of the consultation, along with officer’s recommendations will be reported to the Cabinet Member for a decision. Once a decision is made, you will be informed accordingly via a newsletter.

A plan identifying the area affected by the proposal can be inspected at Raynes Park Library, Approach Road, Raynes Park, London, SW20 8BA and at Merton Link, Merton Civic Centre, London Road, Morden, Surrey during the Council’s working hours, Monday to Friday, between 9am and 5pm.

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Traffic & Parking
Merton Civic Centre
London Road
Morden
SM4 5DX

Telephone: 020 8545 3208
Fax: 020 8545 4865
Email: trafficandhighways@merton.gov.uk

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