3.7.1

Fantastic! Who would not want this?

I wish to comment as follows on this Consultation:

1. I welcome plans to make this junction more friendly to pedestrians and cyclists and in so doing to slow down the traffic speed.

2. The proposed green area in the centre of the development will become a focus for the local community, which is much needed, and engender a greater community spirit.

3. The creation of local access only roads is a major step in the improvement to benefit folk who live and work (shops, etc.) on the current gyratory system.

4. However, if traffic lights are required at the junctions with Milton Road and Victoria Avenue these may contribute to continued congestion - why not consider a small round about?

5. Overall I think the proposed development will lead to much improvement in the Mitcham's Corner area.

Low speed highway design a good idea but only if enforced,

"Urban Space" outside Portland Arms excellent but not likely to be used if two lanes of traffic cross it.

Please improve cycle crossing as currently I avoid Mitcham's Corner altogether when cycling. Also no allowance made currently for journeys south down Milton Road and right along Chesterton Road. Rerouting traffic coming down Milton Road to turn left at roundabout down Elizabeth Way and then right along Chesterton Lane would mean you could dispense with the traffic crossing the "Urban Space" altogether.

If the "Urban Space" does have traffic crossing it, could there be some kind of "pedestrian friendly crossing" (traditional crossings at traffic junctions are not pleasant places to stand and wait).

Please keep hard standing to a minimum. It is not pleasant to walk on, particularly in winter when icy. It increases flooding. The new development behind the Portland Arms is already causing flooding on the road in front of the Portland Arms. Grass is cooler in summer and not icy in winter and helps absorb surface water.
Good luck - it's a great idea to try and improve an area that's a nightmare for pedestrians and cyclists.