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Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to you on behalf of the Burleigh Drive Residents Association to register our strong opposition to a proposed Traffic Regulation Order, which would require the removal of a 67m section of double yellow lines from the side of Cuckoowood Avenue bounded by Cuckoo Wood. As_____________ has stated in his letter dated October 10th, local residents campaigned, for a number of years for double yellow lines to be put down, because of the safety hazzard caused by vehicles that were parked at, or close to, the junction with Sandling Lane. Given that these lines were only put in place towards the end of last year, and that the campaign was supported by Wendy Hinder of Maidstone Borough Council, on safety grounds, it is difficult to understand why the proposed scheme is even being considered. As ____________ has said, if these lines are removed, it will be of little benefit to the residents of Boarley Court, because experience has shown that any parking spaces in Cuckoo Wood Avenue are used, mainly, by residents of Sandling Place, as an overflow car park for their commercial vehicles. All the problems that existed before these parking restrictions were put in place, e.g. safety hazzards, restricted access for emergency vehicles, and litter, will almost certainly reoccur, if the restrictions are removed. Furthermore, even if double yellow lines are retained, at junction between Cuckoowood Avenue and Sandling Lane, there is a real danger that large commercial vehicles will, once again, park at, or near, the junction, which presents a particular danger, because vehicles emerging from Cuckoowood Avenue have little or no visibility of traffic passing along Sandling Lane. This danger is exacerbated when the roads are wet or icy, and could easily lead to a serious accident. In the event that this proposal is approved by the Council, you may be sure that local residents will campaign to have the preset parking restrictions reinstated. Furthermore, if the safety of any resident is endangered, as a result of their removal, we will ensure that the cause receives maximum publicity. Yours faithfully, |
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Dear Sirs / Madam As a resident in Sandbourne Drive I would like to voice my objections to the proposed removal of yellow lines. This will result in the problem of not being able to see when either coming into Cuckoowood road or when pulling out, as before. Many of the parked cars overflow into both Burleigh Drive and Sandbourne Drive thus encouraging more cars to be left there that have nothing to do with Boarly Court. Most are vans and commercial vehicles, usually an overflow from Sandling Court. The problems had been removed when the yellow lines we're put in. Yours Sincerely |
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Dear Sir/Madam, We had campaigned for double yellow lines for several years and through assistance from Wendy Hinder, the double yellow lines were put down late last year. The main reason for this application were due to how dangerous it was becoming to leave Cuckoowood Avenue onto Sandling Lane with cars & Vans parked on either side of the Road. In addition, residents of Sandling Park parked on Cuckoowood Avenue. These were mainly residents that drove commercial vehicles as these are not allowed to be parked in their estate. Removing the yellow lines will not necessarily benefit the residents of Boarley Court flats at all. Commuters left vehicles in Cuckoowood Avenue in the morning for car share purposes, due to the proximity to the M20. In addition, the entrance to Sandbourne Drive was quite often obstructed which is a concern, due to the fact that an emergency vehicle could be potentially restricted into Sandbourne Drive. Since the double yellow lines there has been much less litter and the road can now be swept on a regular basis. The lines have dramatically improved Safety, as drivers have full visibility in and out of the road when manouvering, especially in snowy/icy conditions. The whole point of the double yellow lines is that it makes the road safe travelling into and out of it, and by taking up the lines this still will cause a safety issue because of the gradient of the hill in question. In addition, the extra spaces that you are hoping to be able to give to the residents of Boarley Court flats will no doubt be taken up by Sandling Park residents and others that use this road for commuting purposes which will completely defeat the object. I hope you will consider these factors when considering the proposal. Yours Sincerely, |
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Subject: Proposed removal of double yellow lines to Cuckoowood Avenue Dear Mr Corcoran, I am writing to object in the strongest possible terms to the above. As you may or may not know, we have campaigned for double yellow lines for several years and through persistence and help from Wendy Hinder our local councillor, the double yellow lines were put down late last year. The reason for the double yellow lines was for a safety perspective. Vehicles coming in and out of the road because of the location being on a hill, do not have any visibility and it has always been an issue when vehicles are parked on one side. The residents felt an accident was waiting to happen. In addition, residents of Sandling Park have regularly parked on Cuckoowood Avenue. These were mainly residents that drove large signed vans as these are not allowed to be parked in their estate. We also noted that cars were dropped in Cuckoowood Avenue in the morning for a car share as we are close to the M20. In addition, the entrance to Sandbourne Drive was quite often obstructed which was also one of the residents' concerns due to the fact an emergency vehicle could be potentially restricted into Sandbourne Drive. Sandbourne Drive is also home to children and with the winter approaching we are concerned for their well-being. Since the double yellow lines there has been very little litter and the road can now be swept on a regular basis. It is a pleasure being able to have full visibility in and out of the road and is now completely safe. I understand that the proposal is to ensure that one side of Cuckoowood Avenue remains as double yellow lines and the other side has the lines removed (apart from a few metres at the top). The whole point of the double yellow lines is that it makes the road safe travelling into and out of and by taking up the lines this still will cause a safety issue because of the gradient of the hill in question. In addition, the extra spaces that you are hoping to be able to give to the residents of the flats will no doubt be taken up by Sandling Park residents and others that use this road for commuting purposes which will completely defeat the object. I have noticed and have photos to show that in the evening (when the majority of the residents of the flats require parking) that cars manage to park in the flats car park. All flats also have a garage which can be used. I look forward to a favourable response. Yours faithfully |
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Dear Sirs I am writing to object to the above. As you may or may not know, we have campaigned for double yellow lines for several years and through persistence and help from Wendy Hinder our local councillor, the double yellow lines were put down late last year. The reason for the double yellow lines was for a safety perspective. Vehicles coming in and out of the road because of the location being on a hill, do not have any visibility and it has always been an issue when vehicles are parked on one side. The residents felt an accident was waiting to happen. In addition, residents of Sandling Park parked on Cuckoowood Avenue. These were mainly residents that drove large signed vans as these are not allowed to be parked in their estate. We also noted that cars were dropped in Cuckoowood Avenue in the morning for a car share as we are close to the M20. In addition, the entrance to Sandbourne Drive was quite often obstructed which was also one of the residents' concerns due to the fact an emergency vehicle could be potentially restricted into Sandbourne Drive. There was also some thought that drug trafficking may have been allowed to happen as syringes and associated paraphernalia have been found in the past in Cuckoowood Avenue. Since the double yellow lines there has been very little litter and the road can now be swept on a regular basis. It is a pleasure being able to have full visibility in and out of the road and is now completely safe. I understand that the proposal is to ensure that one side of Cuckoowood Avenue remains as double yellow lines and the other side has the lines removed (apart from a few metres at the top). The whole point of the double yellow lines is that it makes the road safe travelling into and out of and by taking up the lines this still will cause a safety issue because of the gradient of the hill in question. In addition, the extra spaces that you are hoping to be able to give to the residents of the flats will no doubt be taken up by Sandling Park residents and others that use this road for commuting purposes which will completely defeat the object. I have noticed and have photos to show that in the evening (when the majority of the residents of the flats require parking) that cars manage to park in the flats car park. All flats also have a garage which can be used. I look forward to a favourable response. Yours sincerely |
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Dear Sirs, |
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Good Afternoon
I appreciate that the double yellow lines on one side of Cuckoowood Avenue would remain but it does concern me that they are to be removed on the opposite side of the road.
One of my concerns would be access for emergency vehicles. There doesn't seem to me to be enough turning room if there are cars parked on one side of Cuckoowood Avenue as it doesn't seem to be wide enough to allow parking and for, say a fire engine to access and turn. There is very limited access to turn in Burleigh Drive and Sandbourne Drive.
My other concern is when you are exiting by car from Burleigh Drive and Sandbourne Drive the restrictions cars parking along one side of Cuckoowood Avenue would have on visibility.
There are at least 15 children who live in both Burleigh and Sandbourne Drives and parked cars would also affect their visibility when crossing Cuckoowood Avenue.
My other concern is vandalism and theft of cars if they are parked along that road overnight. Cuckoowood Avenue is very secluded by the woods around it and myself and other residents fear that these types of incdients would increase.
The above are my concerns so yes, i do feel it appropriate to object to the proposed traffic regulation order.
Many thanks.
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Message----- Dear Sir/Madam
The actual junction markings at Sandling Lane will be retained. But yes, it is probable that there will be overnight parking on the unrestricted section. Please see the attached.
I have looked at the 10 year crash history. There has been one reported crash. This occurred on Sandling Lane, a vehicle, waiting to turn right into Cuckoowood Avenue, was struck from behind. So parked vehicles were not a contributory factor.
Are you objecting to this proposed Traffic Regulation Order?
Michael Heath Traffic Engineer Safety Schemes Maidstone and Tonbridge & Malling 08458 247800
-----Original Message----- From: Traffic Regulation Orders - EE KH Sent: 08 October 2013 13:11 To: Heath, Michael - EE KH Subject: FW: double yellow lines in CuckooWood Avenue
-----Original Message----- From: _________________________________________ Sent: 07 October 2013 16:22 To: Traffic Regulation Orders - EE KH Subject: double yellow lines in CuckooWood Avenue
I believe you are proposing to remove the double yellow lines along Cuckoowood Avenue.
I live in Burleigh Drive and have 2 small children. To remove these lines would be disastrous as huge vans and cars could once again park along there which would make vision whilst exiting our close extremely dangerous.
As well, when you are trying to come in and get out onto the main road to Peneden Heath - which is extremely busy - it wont be safe if you are trying to get around park cars and vans as well.
I would urge you to rethink removing them - you have only just put them in!
I fear if you remove them that an accident will be imminent.
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