New 20mph consultation launched for roads in village

Hertfordshire County Council wants residents to say where new speed limits should go in Bricket Wood.

Consultation documents note that Mount Pleasant Lane, Ashridge Drive and Oakwood Road have been identified as potential roads for new limits based on past resident feedback.

Documents go on to say: “We are therefore seeking views on whether a 20mph speed limit would be appropriate on local roads and whether it could help support everyday journeys to destinations such as the railway station, schools, shops and community facilities.

“The proposal would also help connect key destinations including Bricket Wood Station, BRE and the National Cycle Network.”

The council added: “We are not proposing a 20mph speed limit on Park Street Lane. However, if the wider proposal is supported, we would introduce a Speed Reduction Zone with a 30mph speed limit between Bricket Wood and How Wood to provide a gradual transition into the village environment.

“We would also implement Speed Reduction Zones on the approaches from Drop Lane and Smug Oak Lane.”

The council generally proposes 20mph limits on residential streets, in town centres and around schools.

Residents have until midnight on November 22 to respond to the consultation.

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