Decision details

The Local Committee (Mole Valley):

(i)    Noted the results of the speed limit assessments undertaken.        

(ii)   Agreed that, based upon the evidence, the speed limit be reduced from 50mph to 40mph in the section of the A25 Reigate Road, Betchworth, between the junction of Station Road at the Betchworth roundabout and a point 47.5m west of the centre line of Tranquil Dale, in accordance with current policy; 

(iii)   Authorised the advertisement of a notice in accordance with the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, the effect of which will be to implement the proposed speed limit change, revoke any existing traffic orders necessary to implement the change, and, subject to no objections being upheld, that the order be made;

(iv)  Authorised delegation of authority to the Area Highway Manager (or equivalent designated officer) in consultation with the Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the Local Committee and the local divisional member to resolve any objections received in connection with the proposal.

(v)  Noted that if the scheme has not been successful, then further engineering measures or a return to the original higher speed limit may be necessary.

Reasons for recommendations:

To enable changes to the speed limit on the A25 Reigate Road, Betchworth in accordance with Surrey’s speed limit policy.