Extensions to waiting restrictions in two areas of South Holland are set to be discussed next week.
There had been plans to extend restriction at Lime Court in Spalding and at Broad Lane, Moulton, near the village school.
The county council had planned to introduce both orders, but objections mean they will be back before members of the Planning Regulation Committee on Monday.
Deputy leader Rob Gibson had requested a review of the non-enforceable school safety zone and layby outside the John Harrox Primary School in Moulton.
During a site visit it was seen vehicles frequently parking within the layby outside the school which prevented coaches and taxis from accessing the area safely.
“It was also noted that vehicles were parking close to junctions, resulting in reduced visibility and creating potential road safety issues for all road users,” says the report.
Two objections have been received, one saying the reduction of zig-zags would cause difficulties while the other says the proposals don’t go far enough.
“The proposed restrictions have been designed to strike a balance between improving road safety and maintaining the availability of on-street parking in the village,” says the report.
“It is considered that the proposals provide a balanced and proportionate solution that will improve road safety for all road users.”
Another proposal to issue No Waiting at Any Time restrictions on the narrow entrance to Lime Court in Spalding.
“It was found that when vehicles are parked in this location, access is significantly restricted for all vehicles,” says the report.
But the owners of a local business have objected at the loss of space for potential customers and adversely impact their trade and viability.
A second objection was from a resident who said the concerns were predominantly related to school traffic.
They were concerned that unrestricted parking demand would just move onto Alexandra Road if the proposed restrictions were introduced by the county council.
“It was considered that waiting restrictions are required at all times due to the narrow nature of the road leading from the junction and the need to maintain unobstructed access for residents of Lime Court,” said the report.
“The needs of the local business have been carefully considered during the development of the proposal and the extent of the restrictions has been kept to the minimum necessary to address the identified issues.2
The report concludes that the planned restrictions were appropriate and proportionate in maintaining a balance between safety and access.
