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| The council is unhappy with the extent of parking alongside a busy road outside a school |
VERGE-parking restrictions are likely to be extended along a stretch of Station Road outside Waltham Tollbar Academy.
In addition, the 40mph speed limit will be replaced with a 30mph limit elsewhere on the same road.
This current 30mph limit will be extended 150 metres towards the western end of the road.
A report states: "The amendments to the verge parking, clearway and 30/40mph speed limit restrictions are proposed in order to support the new car park and drop-off area opposite Tollbar Academy.
"The prevention of all parking within the carriageway and on the verge in favour of using the new off-street parking and drop-off facility, coupled with an extension to the current 30mph speed limit in front of the school, will ensure the safety of all road users.
"This will in turn ensure clear visibility for drivers, pedestrians and cyclists in the area on the approach to and around the academy."
At a meeting next week, the report is expected to be signed off by portfolio holder for highways Cllr Stewart Swinburn.
One serious and four slight personal injury collisions have been reported on Station Road over the last five years.
Some highway improvements have previously been made in the area to try to mitigate against road safety risks.
These have included the introduction of controlled crossing facilities and changes to the road layout during the Wigmore Park housing estate development.
According to the council, verge parking on Station Road has resulted in widespread damage and has created issues with visibility and access to properties .
It has also created a road safety risk for pedestrians and cyclists on both the carriageway and the adjacent segregated cycle/footway.
NELC hopes the proposed measures will encourage more walking and cycling as an alternative travel option
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| The grassy site adjacent to Wigmore Park housing estate which has been designated for car parking |
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