URL: https://democratic.trafford.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1436

Decision Maker: Executive Member for Highways, Environmental, and Traded Services

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: The Firs Primary School has increased from a 2-form entry school to a 3-form entry school, and after the expansion the school will cater for an additional 210 pupils. To accommodate the increase of pupils a new pedestrian access onto Firs Road has been included as part of the expansion works. Firs Primary School have asked the Council to install a School Keep Clear marking to prevent vehicles from parking directly outside the new access to maintain pedestrian safety. The proposal includes a length of No Waiting Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. By introducing the proposed restrictions, it will provide a clear path for pedestrians to access the school without vehicular conflict maintaining pedestrian safety. The formal consultation took place on 17th December 2024 – 7th January 2025. A total of 2 objections to the proposal. Having considered the representations received, approval is sought to introduce the scheme as shown on drawing E9352-02 and described in the schedule within this report.

Content: The Firs Primary School has increased from a 2-form entry school to a 3-form entry school, and after the expansion the school will cater for an additional 210 pupils. To accommodate the increase of pupils a new pedestrian access onto Firs Road has been included as part of the expansion works. Firs Primary School have asked the Council to install a School Keep Clear marking to prevent vehicles from parking directly outside the new access to maintain pedestrian safety. The proposal includes a length of No Waiting Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. By introducing the proposed restrictions, it will provide a clear path for pedestrians to access the school without vehicular conflict maintaining pedestrian safety. The formal consultation took place on 17th December 2024 – 7th January 2025. A total of 2 objections to the proposal. Having considered the representations received, approval is sought to introduce the scheme as shown on drawing E9352-02 and described in the schedule within this report. 1)    That the results of the consultation and objections received be noted.   2)    That following careful consideration of the objections and comments received, authorisation be given to make and introduce the Traffic Regulation Order as advertised, as detailed in the Schedules to this report and shown on drawing E9352-01 as so as is practicable.   3)    That the objectors be informed of the decision made. To introduce waiting restrictions, in the interests of highway safety and to discourage obstruction of the highway.   Not progressing the proposals would be detrimental to road safety around the school.

Date of Decision: June 10, 2025