What is traffic calming?
Traffic calming relates to physical features on roads used to reduce traffic speeds. It can be humps, cushions, build-outs or chicanes.
Who sets speed limits?
The council consults with the police and local community before introducing speed limits. The police are responsible for enforcing them.
Where can I find out more about safety cameras or speed cameras?
Follow the link on this page to the ‘Safer Roads Partnership in West Mercia’ website.
How are locations for pedestrian crossings selected?
Pedestrian crossings aim to improve pedestrian safety and access. Their locations are chosen after consultation with the local community
They tend to be installed as the result of surveys which count the number of cars using the road, and the number of people trying to cross at a specific point.
If you think there should be a crossing on a road near you, please contact us.
Who deals with road signs?
The traffic management engineers deal with signs and road markings for new projects.
How can I get a tourist sign put up?
Tourism signs help the public to find tourist attractions and some businesses. Attached to this page is a copy of the council’s policy on tourism signing and an application form. Alternatively you may complete the application form over the phone with a customer service adviser by dialling 0345 678 9006. There is a £75 charge for consideration of an application. We strongly advise applicants to speak to a traffic engineer before completing the application form.
Who looks after street furniture?
For all 'street furniture' enquires including:
- seating in public places
- flower beds and flower baskets
- litter bins
follow the link to Environmental Maintenance on this page.
What are structural and environmental weight limits?
In order to control the movement of lorries through the county a number of restrictions have been, and will continue to be, introduced. Structural weight limits are brought in when the condition of a bridge or road is inadequate to take the weight of lorries and their loads. Restrictions are normally set at 7.5 tonnes.
Environmental weight limits and lorry bans are introduced in close consultation with local communities and road haulage groups. These aim to improve the quality of life for communities by reducing the intrusion of lorries into residential areas.
What are disabled drivers' parking bays?
If a resident is disabled, has a Blue Badge and does not have a driveway, garage or off-street parking place, they may apply to have a parking bay marked on the highway outside their home (application forms are attached to this page). Alternatively you may complete the application form over the phone with a Customer Service adviser by dialling 0345 678 9006. Disabled bays are only advisory and other drivers may still use them if they wish. We make a non-refundable charge of £75 for consideration of each request, and a further charge of £175 if your application is successful. For further details on the charges we make, see the Charges for Traffic Management Services page.
Can I stop vehicles from parking and blocking my access?
You may request an "H-Bar" marking outside your property. These markings indicate to drivers that they should not park. They are only advisory however. We make a non-refundable charge of £75 for consideration of each request, and a further charge of £225 if your application is successful. For further details on the charges we make, see the Charges for Traffic Management Services page.