New access road to Brigsteer Rise Let's be constructive and achieve a result that will benefit everyone, now and for the future. All it needs is good sense and the will and determination to make things happen NOW at this juncture.
What you see is Brigsteer Road at the junction with Brigsteer Rise. The new junction is rapidly taking shape so this moment is critical. Constructing a needful continuous pavement on the direct route to Scout Scar is a simple step which would keep walkers safe. And it would enhance the look of the approach to Brigsteer Rise.
What you see is Brigsteer Road at the junction with Brigsteer Rise. The new junction is rapidly taking shape so this moment is critical. Constructing a needful continuous pavement on the direct route to Scout Scar is a simple step which would keep walkers safe. And it would enhance the look of the approach to Brigsteer Rise.
Yesterday, John left a comment on my blog To Brigsteer Rise, Pedestrians Beware.
' I see that a broad tarmac footpath has now been installed within the building site. I think it is indefensible that the builders have completed this before installing an equivalent footpath up Brigsteer road.'
There's time to rectify the situation, if HIghways work in close collaboration with Story Homes and act fast. Unfortunately, this hasn't been the case since February when roadworks associated with the site began here. Stuart Braithwaite, Highway Network, says
'We are aware that there is a request from residents to have the footway extended to the Stainbank Green jucntion to link with the existing footway along Brigsteer Road. This however, is outside of the scope of which the developer has to delivery(sic) as part of there 9sic) site. They should have requested the improvement during the planning process so that it could have been considered before the planning was granted.'
I have twice made clear that a continuous pavement along the Brigsteer Road was requested, both verbally and in writing, at development-brief consultations in March 2014. We believed our request would be implemented in planning.
Peter comments that the need should have been obvious to planners, even without a specific request 'It would tie in with the 'orphan' piece of footpath over the Kendal Bypass.' In a blog comment he poses a question that demands an answer.
'If it is financially viable to remove so much limestone to level an inherently unsuitable site to allow this development, surely the cost of a sorely needed footpath should not be prohibitive to the developers. Was there no Section 106 requirement to do this? If not, why not?'
We'd all like an answer to Peter's question please.
' I see that a broad tarmac footpath has now been installed within the building site. I think it is indefensible that the builders have completed this before installing an equivalent footpath up Brigsteer road.'
There's time to rectify the situation, if HIghways work in close collaboration with Story Homes and act fast. Unfortunately, this hasn't been the case since February when roadworks associated with the site began here. Stuart Braithwaite, Highway Network, says
'We are aware that there is a request from residents to have the footway extended to the Stainbank Green jucntion to link with the existing footway along Brigsteer Road. This however, is outside of the scope of which the developer has to delivery(sic) as part of there 9sic) site. They should have requested the improvement during the planning process so that it could have been considered before the planning was granted.'
I have twice made clear that a continuous pavement along the Brigsteer Road was requested, both verbally and in writing, at development-brief consultations in March 2014. We believed our request would be implemented in planning.
Peter comments that the need should have been obvious to planners, even without a specific request 'It would tie in with the 'orphan' piece of footpath over the Kendal Bypass.' In a blog comment he poses a question that demands an answer.
'If it is financially viable to remove so much limestone to level an inherently unsuitable site to allow this development, surely the cost of a sorely needed footpath should not be prohibitive to the developers. Was there no Section 106 requirement to do this? If not, why not?'
We'd all like an answer to Peter's question please.
The first image shows the new access road. The second shows that a pavement is planned, for new residents, leading into the development. The third image shows the western/upslope corner of that access road. At the moment, there's disturbed ground and rubble behind a barrier with a 5 mph sign on it. If that corner and the short stretch to Stainbank Green were paved that would keep pedestrians safe. Story Homes will want that western corner and the approach to Brigsteer Rise to look good, to mirror the eastern corner downslope. It would be simple, practical and would benefit everyone for there to be a continuous pavement.
The first and second images show the corner where we request a continuation of pavement. The verge is already fairly wide because all the trees were cut down by the developer in spring. It's a pavement in waiting and it's urgently needed. The image to the right shows that upslope corner, already with a space for a pavement and a kerb. We hope to see this opportunity seized, it's integral to the entrance to the site. In this image you can also see the wide pavement made for the new residents of Brigsteer Rise. It's time the existing community was considered. What are Highways for if not to plan for pedestrian safety, to serve the community?
The issue of pedestrian safety along the Brigsteer Road needs to be addressed and resolved. Better in every way, and less expensive, for it to be done now.
To hear the voices of local residents read
To Brigsteer Rise, Pedestrians Beware
and comments.
The issue of pedestrian safety along the Brigsteer Road needs to be addressed and resolved. Better in every way, and less expensive, for it to be done now.
To hear the voices of local residents read
To Brigsteer Rise, Pedestrians Beware
and comments.
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