Purpose

To consider 1 representation in connection with the proposed introduction of a 30mph speed limit on a section of the A3102 Lyneham, extending the existing 30mph speed limit by approximately 47m to the northeast of the existing speed limit (see Appendix 2). This is to enable a safe new access designed to Manual for Streets Standards to the permitted development by enabling the required visibility splay at the access, this would reduce the speed limit from 40mph in the location indicated.

Decision

DECISION MADE

I approve that:

(i)  The proposals be implemented as advertised.

(ii)  The objectors be advised accordingly.

This decision was published on 8 December 2025 and will come into force on 16 December 2025.

Reasons for the decision

To regulate the speed of traffic along a section of the A3102 and provide safe access to permitted development 20/02387/OUT and PL/2021/09817, in the interests of highway safety.

The need for an amendment to the speed limit was identified following the submission and subsequent approval of a development for the provision of new access.

The development requires the formation of a new access. The reduction in the speed limit, together with road markings and surface treatment, has been considered appropriate, and necessary.

Objections made to the advertised draft Order listed in Appendix 2 have been considered. Whilst the proposal for a 30mph speed limit, as advertised, is considered to reflect the actual speeds on this section of road and improve the visibility for vehicles exiting the approved access, there is a desire to reduce the speed of traffic on this section for a longer distance to the northeast of the proposed new limit.

The guidance contained within Setting Local Speed Limits (gov.uk) has been considered with regard to a further extension to the proposed reduction in the speed limit to 30mph, but this is considered not to fit the criterion for a road of this nature. Consideration has also been given to DfT Traffic Advice Leaflet 01/04 with regard to village speed limits.

Alternative options considered

To:

      I.         Implement the proposals as advertised.

    II.         Not implement the proposals.

   III.         Implement the proposals with amendments.