Truro Northern Access Road Traffic Restrictions

Decision following consultation?

Comments were generally supportive of the proposals, welcoming the extra road to the west of Truro and its associated cycle facilities.

The only objective comment was concerned about the 20mph limit hindering emergency response times. However, the road is designed to serve a large residential development and therefore 20mph is appropriate, based on Cornwall Council’s policy to introduce 20mph in towns and villages countywide, whilst the parallel A390 remains the major thoroughfare with a higher speed limit.

After consideration of all responses received, it has been resolved that the proposals will be implemented as advertised.

What are we consulting on?

We are proposing to introduce and amend various restrictions on waiting and a 20mph speed limit along the new Northern Access Road (NAR) to the west of Truro.

The Truro NAR is a 3.5km link road, to the north of the A390 from Penstraze to Treliske. A new roundabout will be constructed at the western end, whilst the road will tie into the RCH Treliske estate roads and Penventinnie Lane at the eastern end. This road will run parallel to the A390 and act as the spine road for the Langarth Garden Village (LGV) development. Link roads will be provided to the A390 at Maiden Green and to Oak Lane at Treliske.

A segregated cycle track will run alongside the carriageway with footways on both sides. Zebra crossings will be provided at three locations with numerous uncontrolled crossings at various points along the road. Raised tables will be provided at the majority of road junctions to act as a form of traffic calming. Parking bays will be provided at key locations.

This is not a consultation on the overall scheme as a whole, just the TRO elements.

Why are we doing this?

Overall, the proposed restrictions and crossing/cycle facilities will promote safety for all road users, and prevent obstructive/inappropriate parking, whilst creating provision for parking where needed.

To view details of the scheme & the legal Traffic Order, please visit our Appyway Platform (Link located on the right, under Traffic Order Details).

Next steps

Any comments received will be collated and considered by senior officers before a decision is made on the proposals.

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