Decision details

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the installation of a continuous footpath treatment across Parkham Place, Surry Hills, just north of Parkham Street;

It is also recommended that the Committee support the installation of a Shared Zone in Surry Hills at the following locations:

(A)      Parkham Place between Parkham Street and Parkham Lane; and

(B)      Parkham Lane between Parkham Place and Wimbo Park.

Voting Members for this Item

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

As part of the development of the City to South East Light Rail (CSELR), Parkham Lane was converted to one-way westbound and a new park, named Wimbo Park, was constructed at the western end of the lane. Wimbo Park has a 'right of way' signposted as 10km/h allowing drivers to continue along Parkham Lane to access Bourke Street.

A Shared Zone including coloured paving is proposed to provide a consistent pedestrian priority with a 10km/h speed limit along the laneway, prioritising safe access for pedestrians, reducing vehicle speeds and maintaining access to properties.