A loading bay ban to improve traffic flow and safety outside a seafront restaurant in Ventnor has been given the go-ahead by County Hall this week.
County Hall has made the decision to introduce a restriction outside The Mill Bay on The Esplanade in Ventnor after being told of vehicles with blue badges parking regularly on the double yellow line at the passing point in front of the premises.
A decision report said this has been causing ‘delays’ to traffic, reducing visibility and ‘posing danger’ to pedestrians.
After a site visit with ward councillor Ed Blake, Island Roads and parking services, the council agreed to introduce a No Loading At Any Time restriction, subject to public consultation.
“This new restriction was designed to prevent drivers stopping or parking, even for loading/unloading purposes, at the passing point; it is aiming to improve the traffic flow and safety in front of the restaurant,” the report said.
“It is not anticipated that the new regulations would have a negative impact
on protected characteristics.“There are designated blue badge holders’ parking spaces on the Esplanade, also, improving the traffic flow and visibility will benefit them too.”
No representations were received during the consultation. The estimated cost of introducing the policy is around £1,472.41 and will be funded by the Isle of Wight Council.
