Decision details

To present the outcome of the Harrogate (West) 20mph petition review and seek approval to recommended implementation.

Approval given to allow officers to proceed;
with the necessary consultations and Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) process to seek to implement a 20mph speed limit, together with associated traffic calming measures as identified in the residential roads as outlined in Appendix A of the report and
with signing and lining reviews of Hookstone Road, Hookstone Drive and Wetherby Road.
It was noted that Officers are to provide the Harrogate and Knaresborough Area Constituency Committee with a progress update in Spring 2024.

The recommendation aligns with several of the Council’s priorities linked with Highway Safety, Place and Environment and Health and Well Being. By introducing a reduced speed limit from 30mph to 20mph in these areas it is hoped that a safer and healthier environment will encourage enhanced active travel opportunities for all ages of the community, this may be walking, wheeling, accessibility to the bus or cycling. The introduction of such measures is subject to satisfactory consultation and the completion of the formal Traffic Regulation Order advertising process.

Several strategic roads (highlighted red on the plan in Appendix A) have also been considered, each location has been considered in line with local policy and national guidance, it is not recommended that the speed limits are reduced at these locations. A commitment to review signing, lining, and crossing points at several key locations have been identified and presented within this report.