Agenda item

Consideration was given to a report of the Director of the Built Environment which sought consideration of the detailed design and authority to start work (Cheapside Stage 4A Gresham Street).

During discussion, reference was made to the use of ‘silver grey’ granite which Members noted had been used in the City for some time and had proven to be effective.  Further reference was made to ensuring adequate safety measures were in place at the junction and the need to include signage for the benefit of cyclists crossing into Gresham Street from the shared use area on the west side of St Martin’s le Grand.  It was also noted that by narrowing the entrance to Gresham Street, southbound traffic turning left from Aldersgate Street into Gresham Street would be slowed, which should improve safety.

RESOLVED – That,

a)     the detailed design be approved;

b)     Officers be authorised to implement the detail design, subject to the City Surveyor approving strengthening works to the pipe subway; and

c)     a trail of the raised crossing be undertaken and Officers be required to report back to Members after 12 months of operation.