MCU14/0056 - Attachment K -Traffic Impact Assessment

Transport, Roads and Drainage Code
Specific Outcomes                                               Acceptable Solutions/Probable Solutions                                        Compliance

e) to allow equitable access to public areas and community      Council specifications and assessed for compliance with local                  within the development
facilities;                                                     government cycling facility design standards.
f) with adequate lighting where subject to high night time
usage;
                                                                S5.4 Pathways are provided to cater for shared use and cater for both          Not applicable
g) in locations where there is casual surveillance;
                                                                commuting and recreational usage and exceed minimum standards.
h) or widened at potential conflict points;
i) to incorporate—
i) street tree planting to enhance the streetscape;
ii) directional signage that is visible under all conditions.


                                                                S6.1 Pedestrian and cycle path infrastructure is designed and                  Not applicable
O6 Pedestrian and cycle path infrastructure is designed and     constructed –
constructed to –                                                a) in accordance with AUSTROADS Part 14 - Bicycles, Section 6;
a) provide a stable, smooth surface, including across           b) to comply with local government design standards.
driveways, sections and joins;                                  c) to have navigational signs in accordance with Council ‘Wayfinding’
b) be easily maintained;                                        signage specifications.
c) a width and longitudinal gradient to cater for projected     d) to incorporate –
usage, including nearby—                                        i) kerb ramps at all intersections and designated crossings;
i) high activity nodes;                                         ii) refuge islands on all roads with median strips;
ii) public transport;                                           iii) holding rails for cyclists at the intersection of trunk collector, sub-
iii) centres;                                                   arterial and arterial roads that are positioned in accordance with –
d) provide clear sight-lines for safe use;                      A. Australian Standard 1742.9: 2000 - Manual of Uniform Traffic Control
e) be free of any obstructions such as fences, signage and      Devices - Bicycle Facilities; and
bollards.                                                       B. AUSTROADS Part 14 - Bicycles - Section 9; and
                                                                C. AUSTROADS Part 13 – Pedestrians.

                                                                Advisory Note
                                                                All pathways are considered shared use pathways, which Cyclists can
                                                                legally use, unless bicycles are specifically prohibited through signs or
                                                                markings (such as in town centres).


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