Decision details

To seek approval for minor amendments to parking restrictions as part of plan to improve loading at the Sainsburys Store on Walton Street

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting and confirmed item 9 would be moved ahead of item 7 to allow as much time for public speakers to be able to address the meeting.

Officers confirmed that white zig-zag road markings were a no-stopping zone, and that unloading/loading could be undertaken on double yellow lines.

The Chair noted support for the scheme from the local Oxford City Councillor for Walton Manor.

Officers commented that some parking is beneficial to traffic calming.

The Chair noted that the scheme was fully developer-funded and would be of no cost to the County Council.

The Chair was confident that safety concerns had been addressed by officers and through the Road Safety Audit.

The Chair referenced concerns raised by Thames Valley Police, surrounding visibility concerns. Officers and the Chair confirmed that monitoring of the scheme would be undertaken if the need requires.

The Chair referenced to several consultation responses, particularly with regards to the local input provided by residents.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the reduction of the lining at the existing Zebra crossing on Walton Street (north of Observatory Street) in Oxford, as proposed.