Proposed Camley Street Zebra Crossing

Overview

We are writing to seek your views on the Council’s proposal to install a zebra crossing outside the new residential development at 102 Camley Street (Onyx development). This development has resulted in an increase in the number of pedestrians in the area.

The development provides direct and step free access to the Regent’s canal towpath via a new ramp . However, where pedestrians cross Camley Street to get to the new ramp, it is often blocked by parked vehicles and has been raised as a road safety concern by officers and parents of pupils from the nearby Kings Cross Academy school.

The proposed zebra crossing will provide a safe crossing point across Camley Street for pedestrians including parents/carers and school children. It will be raised to the same level as the footway which will help those using pushchairs and wheelchairs and help slow down vehicles as they approach the crossing.

The proposal will not incur a loss of marked parking bays, however there will be a loss of sections of single yellow line which will reduce the opportunity for overnight parking. Officers consider this loss necessary as it will allow for the provision of a much needed crossing at this location. A diagram is attached to this page (see link at the bottom of this page) to further illustrate the proposal.

Who are we consulting?

All properties located close to the proposal, local groups, statutory groups and ward councillors.

While it will not be possible to reply to your individually, all comments will be taken into account. At the end of this consultation period, officers will consider all responses received and write a report with recommendations. This report will be presented to the Director of Regeneration and Planning (Supporting Communities Directorate) who will make a decision whether or not to proceed with implementing the proposals.

Under the Local Government Access to Information Act 1985, your consultation response will be available for inspection if required; however, your personal details will remain confidential. Please only write to us with matters associated with this consultation. If you do have any further questions or require clarification about the proposed scheme, please do not hesitate contact Adam Iqbal on the above contact details.