DEPARTMENT FOR INFRASTRUCTURE
PEDESTRIAN REFUGE ISLAND AND UNLOADING BAY ON THE ESPLANADE
Purpose of the Report
To provide a pedestrian refuge and unloading bay on the Esplanade.
Background
Building No 4 of the Jersey International Finance Centre on the site of the Esplanade surface car park has been completed and work has recently commenced on the construction of Building No 5. In order to accommodate the construction site, the long stay parking on the Esplanade car park has been re-located to the temporary car park by Jardin de la Mer. The remaining 194 spaces within the Esplanade Car Park have been converted to “shopper” 3 hour parking spaces. Approved plans for Building No.4 include an unloading bay on the Esplanade and in discussions with SOJDC it has been agreed that the developer should provide a temporary pedestrian refuge as an interim measure to assist pedestrians crossing the Esplanade prior to future landscaping proposals.
Discussion
Many commuters who park in the temporary car park will walk to town via the Esplanade car park underpass. The number of pedestrians trying to cross the Esplanade is likely to increase, both at peak times and throughout the day with the introduction of shopper parking on the Esplanade car park. The refuge will enable pedestrians to cross the road in two halves making it safer. It will also reduce the need for pedestrians to walk in front of the site access to Building No.5.
The island can be accommodated within the existing road space. However, it will mean the removal of approximately three on-street one hour scratch card parking spaces with parking being prohibited east of a point 38 yards west of Payn Street. These will be offset by the creation of the 194 shopper parking bays within the car park.
The unloading bay is required to enable large vehicles who are unable to use the basement parking area to unload from the Esplanade for Building No 4, or other offices in the area. It will be designated an unloading bay with a 20 minute time limit at all times, to discourage overnight parking.
In accordance with the Highways Encroachment Regulations (Jersey) 1957, and Article 68 of the Road Traffic (Jersey) Law 1956 the Connétable has been consulted and confirmed his support.
Conclusion
The pedestrian refuge island can be accommodated within the highway to provide better pedestrian safety. The loss of on-street parking is offset by the new arrangements within the car park. The unloading bay is required to facilitate servicing to the area.
Recommendation
The Minister is recommended to approve the installation of a pedestrian refuge island and unloading bay and removal of on-street parking to the west of Payn Street on The Esplanade as shown on the attached plan.
Reason(s) for Decision
To improve pedestrian safety and facilitate servicing.
Resource Implications
The works will be funded by States of Jersey Development Company as part of the Jersey International Finance Centre development.
Action Required
Article 68 Notice by Traffic and Surveying team.
Officers to liaise with SOJDC to arrange implementation of the pedestrian refuge, signage and road markings.
Written by: | Manager – Transport Policy |
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Approved by: | Director of Transport |
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Attachments: | Road signs and markings drawing |