Comments opened: Mon 14 Oct 2024
Comments close: Sun 24 Nov 2024
Council are aiming to improve local streets for everyone in the Narrabeen area.
Council are proposing to implement speed limits and new traffic infrastructure treatments, to make local residential streets places to live and visit with calmer and quieter traffic, as well as making it safer for people walking, bike riding and driving in the Narrabeen beach area.
Community drop-in session - Coastal Environment Centre (Pelican Path, North Narrabeen)
Saturday 2 November 2024 09:00 am to 11:00 am
Chat to the project team about the proposed speed limit changes in your area and concept designs.
Council are proposing to install new infrastructure treatments such as raised pedestrian crossings, kerb build outs, traffic calming devices, line marking and signage in Narrabeen, especially along Ocean Street, Sydney Road, and Narrabeen Park Parade so that our streets are designed for safer speeds.
Council are proposing a 40km/h speed limit on all local streets east of Pittwater Road, from Narrabeen Beach to Mona Vale Hospital (see zone map below). A comprehensive 40km/h zone, and implementing traffic calming infrastructure treatments, would help ensure our streets are safer for our community.
Council propose to make some streets one-way to improve traffic flow, enhance safety, and improve liveability of the area. This includes a section of Wellington Street and Lagoon Street, spanning Loftus Street intersection to Wellington Street intersection, and Lagoon Street spanning from Waterloo Street to Albert Street.
The proposal includes 30 degree angled parking along Waterloo Street and Lagoon Street and reinstating parking on the southern side of Wellington Street to improve parking efficiency in high density locations, improve visibility of drivers, encourage safer speeds and increase safety for pedestrians.
Council's updated on Friday October 18 2024 concept plans are available in full resolution at: yoursay.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/safer-neighbourhoods-local-road-safety-program-narrabeen#Viewtheplans - and below:
To ensure safer intersections and adequate sight lines, by implementing this proposal there would be some localised reductions in on-street parking at some intersections and around the new pedestrian crossings as per statutory requirements. However, we would introduce angled parking in some adjacent streets to provide additional parking spaces.
Raised pedestrian crossings are more visible to motorists. They provide an opportunity for people to cross a street safely, making pedestrians more visible to drivers and reduce vehicle speed at the conflict point. The treatment clearly indicates pedestrian priority, increasing accessibility for elderly, children or people with a disability.
This project is funded by the NSW Government in association with Northern Beaches Council.
Construction is anticipated to commence in 2025 pending outcomes of community feedback and subject to approval of the Local Traffic Committee.
Council will provide a more detailed timeline of construction closer to this period.
Key features
- Raised pedestrian crossings at strategic locations to make it easier and safer for people to cross the road, while also helping to encourage safer traffic speeds.
- One-way streets in some areas to improve flow and safety, while allowing for wider lanes and more parking.
- Local streets for local residents: encouraging through traffic to remain on main roads and key movement corridors, would help create quieter and more pleasant streets for people living in and visiting the area.
Key benefits
- Improved safety with safer speed limits and enhanced crossings
- Improved ease and safety for people walking and bike riding, providing better transport options for local trips
- Enhanced overall travel experience in the area
- Improved access to important locations like Narrabeen Beach and Mona Vale Hospital
- Increased community connectivity to schools and shops
- Better quality of life for both residents and visitors
Why it matters
Research shows that when people drive at safer speeds, there is a significant decrease in the likelihood and severity of crashes and injuries. Safer speeds would also make our streets friendlier for people living in and visiting the area, with less noise and fewer emissions. It would improve transport options by making it easier and safer to walk and ride a bike in the local neighbourhood to local destinations.
This is not Council's only work in this area. Visit: Avalon to Palm Beach: Proposed Roads and Walkways Safety Changes - Feedback to Council Closes November 24
Council is also proposing a Safer Neighbourhoods Program - North Balgowlah. For details, please visit: https://yoursay.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/safer-neighbourhoods-north-balgowlah - North Balgowlah proposals and changes closes for feedback on Sunday 24 November 2024
Council has also just completed (October 2024) Traffic Calming at Frenchs Forest. Visit: https://yoursay.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/traffic-calming-frenchs-forest
All documents for the Narrabeen to Mona Vale proposals available, and provide feedback, at: yoursay.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/safer-neighbourhoods-local-road-safety-program-narrabeen
