Proposed 20mph Zone - Braunstone Avenue Area
October 9, 2024 Assistant City Mayor - Environment and Transport (Cabinet member) Awaiting outcome View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Assistant City Mayor - Environment and Transport approved the implementation of a 20mph zone in the Braunstone Avenue area on 09/10/2024. This decision also included the advertisement of the 20mph Speed Limit Order and required entry treatment features.
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Full council record
Purpose
To seek approval to implement a 20mph zone in the Braunstone Avenue area.
Decision
To approve the:
- Implementation of the proposed 20mph zone in the Braunstone Avenue Area.
- Advertisement of the 20mph Speed Limit Order and Entry Treatment features required to implement the scheme.
Reasons for the decision
To seek approval to implement a 20mph zone in the Braunstone Avenue Area.
Supporting Documents
Details
| Outcome | For Determination |
| Decision date | 9 Oct 2024 |
| Effective from | 17 Oct 2024 |
| Subject to call-in | Yes |