HIGHWAYS AGENCY AREA 4 A259 GUESTLING BRADSHAW PRIMARY SCHOOL

HIGHWAYS AGENCY AREA 4

A259 GUESTLING BRADSHAW PRIMARY

SCHOOL SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT

NOTICE OF DETERMINATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 105 B (1) OF THE HIGHWAYS ACT 1980 (AS AMENDED)

The Secretary of State for the Department for Transport gives notice that he has determined that the A259 Guestling Bradshaw Primary School Safety Improvements (8164) is a relevant project within the meaning of section 105A(1) of the Highways Act 1980 (as amended), and is not to be made subject to an Environmental Impact Assessment, in accordance with Part VA of the Highways Act 1980 implementing Directive 85/337/EEC as amended by Directive 97/11/EEC codified by DIRECTIVE 2011/92/EU.

The scheme comprises installation of 10 new signs within the village limits. 8 powered flashing signs warning of a variable speed restriction and 2 unlit repeater signs. The powered signs will flash only at peak school hours during term time. Verge stabalisation and a footpath will be established opposite the school. The existing bus stop will be upgraded to meet DDA regulations. All changes will be made within the Highways Agency boundary in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Any comments regarding this notice should be sent to the Highways Agency at the address given below. Comments should be made as soon as possible and received by the Highways Agency no later than 6 weeks from the date of publication of this notice. Further information on the project and about this notice may be obtained from: Robert MacKenzie: Telephone: 01306 878319 robert.mackenzie@highways.gsi.gov.uk or from:
Highways Agency, Area 4 Team, Federated House, London Road, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 1SZ