Speed Control on the Existing Road Network

Where speed-control measures are required on the existing highway network, for example, to help minimise development impacts or to achieve safe site access, there must be additional public consultation (even where the development has received planning permission) distinct from the planning process. The consultation should include the advertising of control features and where appropriate a where speed limit changes are proposed. 

The consultation process can often be lengthy, particularly where statutory procedures such as Traffic Regulation Orders are involved. The developer is expected to fund all costs associated with these consultations.

Early advice should be sought on the likely timescale and procedures involved for proposals. This information should be considered when programming development and during any negotiations that may be held with the landowner of the development site.

The council will normally seek to secure the speed-control measures and the funding of any associated costs through an appropriate legal agreement. 

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