Decision details

Further to the Lead Member approval for Eastbourne Town Centre Movement and Access Package Phase 2a to progress to detailed design and construction, a further decision is required on the proposal to implement an Experimental Traffic Regulation Order (ETRO) on Phase 2a. This would facilitate a trial of the operating hours for the local traders and/or residents and pedestrians to identify the most suitable hours.

57.1     The Lead Member considered a report by the Director of Communities, Economy and Transport.

DECISIONS

57.2        The Lead Member RESOLVED to:

(1) note the previous development work that has been undertaken in relation to the Eastbourne Town Centre Movement and Access Package 2a, Terminus Road (Cornfield Road to Langney Road); and

(2) agree that Experimental Traffic Regulation Orders are advertised post construction in relation to vehicular access and timings within the Eastbourne Town Centre Movement and Access Package Phase 2a project.

REASONS

57.3     The Eastbourne Town Centre Movement and Access Package: Phase 2a scheme, has received substantial South East Local Enterprise Partnership Local Growth Fund funding to enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility in Eastbourne’s town centre. The County Council is acting as the project deliverer for the scheme, which must be delivered by August 2026.

57.4     Based on continued stakeholder engagement and feedback received and to ensure the County Council meets its statutory duties for consultation on Traffic Regulation Orders, the Experimental Traffic Regulation Order is to be advertised on completion of construction in relation to vehicular access and timings on the scheme.

57.5     Following the outcomes of the Experimental Traffic Regulation Order consultation a further report detailing any unresolved objections will be presented to the County Council’s Planning Committee for its consideration.