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Closing of side roads with light traffic allows the footway of
the main road to be continued across the side roads without interruption at
footway level. This has benefits for all pedestrians, but especially those with
visual or mobility impairments. Through-traffic on the main road also benefits
from fewer junctions, reducing the risk of conflict.
Side road closures need to be considered as part of an overall
approach to area traffic management which should also include consideration
of providing signal control at the remaining junctions.
The closing of side roads provides an opportunity to create parking
for Blue Badge holders at the head of the cul-de-sac formed by the closures.
The possible layout of parking spaces is dependent on the need to provide a
turning area for any vehicle that has entered the road.
The practicality of side road closures will depend on the availability
of a turning area within the closed road. Where a turning area cannot be created,
for example on a narrow street, it may still be possible tosubordinate the side
road, giving pedestrians priority. In such cases the main road footway would
be continued across the side road at footway level, forming a ramped platform.
Surface materials and colours for the footway/platform would need
careful selection to warn people with visual impairments of the possible presence
of vehicles. Strong colour contrasts and tactile paving should be used.
Changes in level, texture and colour should encourage side road drivers to be
cautious and give way to pedestrians.
Pedestrian
advantage and traffic calming schemes, Subordinated
side roads
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