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07
Oct
Double yellow lines set to be introduced on two roads in Ripon
Double yellow lines look set to be painted on two roads in Ripon at the request of local councillor Andrew Williams.
North Yorkshire Council, which is responsible for highways, is expected to approve the parking restrictions on Old Park Mews and King Street at a meeting this week.
According to a report prepared for councillors ahead of the meeting, parking in the areas causes obstruction and restricts visibility.
An unnamed resident on Wellington Street objected to the proposals, put forward by Cllr Williams, a member of the Conservative and Independents group who represents Ripon Minster and Moorside on the council and who is also the leader of Ripon City Council.
They said double yellow lines on King Street would exacerbate congestion for people living on the street as well as nearby homes on Skellgarths, and suggested introducing permit-only parking.
The report, written by council project engineer Jake Woodward, responded:
While we acknowledge the objector's concerns regarding the impact of parking restrictions on residents of Wellington Street, Skellgarths, and the surrounding area, it is important to address the underlying safety issues that necessitate these measures.
After thorough consideration, the recommendation is to proceed with the installation of the new parking and waiting restrictions, avoiding danger to persons or other traffic using the road or any other road and preventing the likelihood of any such danger arising.
The current situation presents hazards due to obstructed visibility and causing vehicles to encroach on the opposite side of the road. Implementing these restrictions would be prioritising the well-being of the community and proactively addressing safety risks that could otherwise result in serious harm.
The report adds alternative options, such as traffic calming measures, resident parking zones and a new pedestrian crossing were considered but they “do not address the fundamental problem of parked vehicles obstructing sightlines and creating dangerous situations for both pedestrians and drivers”.
Painting the double yellow lines is estimated to cost £1,500.
Councillors on the Conservative-controlled council’s environment directorate will meet on Friday (October 11) to decide whether to agree with the recommendation to approve the double yellow lines. The agenda for the meeting is here.
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