Decision details

Oxford Airport – Langford Lane Toucan Crossing and The Boulevard Access Removal

Decision Maker: Delegated Decisions by Cabinet Member for Transport Management

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: Yes

Purpose:

Introduction of a Toucan crossing, shared used cycle paths and waiting restrictions associated with a nearby development.

Decisions:

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

 

It was noted that the changes were relatively minor and was connected with granted planning consent.

 

The Chair confirmed this proposal was aligned with the Kidlington LCWIP and noted support from one of the local District Councillors.

 

Officers confirmed that double yellow lines were need to ensure clarity and the ability of the Council to enforce these measures.

 

The Chair asked for the design agreed is consistent with the implementation of the scheme. Officers confirmed that engagement with designers to ensure the implementation of schemes are in line with design. The Chair asked for this process to continue to be robust and for detailed points to be shared if required.

 

The Chair thanked officers and agreed to the recommendations in the report.

 

RESOLVED to:

 

a) Approve the introduction of ‘No Waiting at Any Time’ prohibition (double yellow lines) on: i. the western side of The Boulevard, ii. on the northern side of Langford Lane,

 

b) Approve the introduction of ‘Time Limited 1hr No return within 2 hours’ parking provision on the western side of The Boulevard,

 

c) Approve the construction of a ‘Parallel signal-controlled’ crossing on Langford Lane, and

 

d) Approve the introduction of ‘Shared-Use foot & cycleway’ on the north side of Langford Lane & the western side of The Boulevard, as advertised.

 

 

Report author: Chloe Kirby

Publication date: 17/07/2025

Date of decision: 17/07/2025

Decided at meeting: 17/07/2025 - Delegated Decisions by Cabinet Member for Transport Management

Effective from: 23/07/2025

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