URL: https://moderngov.southwark.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=8247

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Clean Air, Streets and Waste

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: To approve the implementation of the Streetspace Planter Replacement project set out in the report.

Content: To approve the implementation of the Streetspace Planter Replacement project set out in the report.     1.  That representations received from the public consultation (summarised at Appendix 1) for the Walworth Streetspace Planter Replacement project to take place on Iliffe Street and Merrow Street (“Streetspace Planter Replacement”) as shown on the three drawings at Appendix 2 be considered.   2.  That it be noted that most respondents for the Iliffe Street proposal expressed concernabout the existing permanent road closures, and that the location of the existing road closure is making it difficult for drivers to access the area.   3.  That it be noted that most respondents from Merrow Street are in support of the proposal. Suggestions given will be reflected in the detailed design phase.   4.  That the Equalities Impact and Needs Analysis (“EINA") (see Appendix 3) and the summary equalities assessment set out in this report in accordance with the council’s Public Sector Equality Duty (“PSED”) be considered.   5.  That the implementation of the Streetspace Planter Replacement project be approved.   6.  That officers be authorised to proceed to implement the Streetspace Planter Replacement project by way of powers under the Highways Act 1980 (“1980 Act”), and permanent Traffic Management Orders (“TMOs”) made pursuant to sections 6, 29, 45, 49, 63 and 124 (and other powers) of the 1984 Act, subject to statutory consultation carried out in accordance with the Local Authorities Traffic Orders (Procedure) (England and Wales) Regulations 1996 (“1996 Regulations”).   7.  That it be noted that officers will present a further report to the Cabinet Member should the council receive any objections (that are not subsequently withdrawn) during statutory consultation.   8.  That officers be authorised to take steps to hold a public inquiry pursuant to regulation 9(1) of the 1996 Regulations in relation to the proposed TMOs where considered expedient to do so.  

Date of Decision: January 16, 2025