Members considered a report which updated them on the results of a parking survey carried out in December 2017 and outlined recommendations of any potential parking restrictions.

The Chairman used his discretion and allowed two residents, Mr. Macdonald of The Rise, and Mr. Mills of Shenden Way to address the Board with their concerns on safety and parking issues.

County Cllr Mrs. Crabtree offered to pay for ‘dog bone’ white lines for driveways from her allocated members’ budget, however Officers advised that these were not legally enforceable and would need to take advice as to whether they could be done.

Action 1: KCC Officers to carry out further investigation with the local County Councillor on possible parking restriction measures at The Rise and Shenden Way.

Resolved:  That

a)     parking restrictions be introduced in Weald Road between Turners Gardens and Lea Road, to include corner protection in Lea Road. To improve the safety at this point, improve traffic flow and prevent obstruction.

b)        no parking restrictions be introduced in The Rise or Shenden Way, as there must be a lawful reason for making a Traffic Regulation Order for parking restrictions and as there is no loss of amenity or issues related to safety here, KCC would not be in a position to lawfully introduce restrictions.