West Street Project Update

The engagement for the West Street, Reigate, Road Safety Scheme has now concluded and we would like to thank everyone who took part, provided comments and visited the drop in session. 

The outcome of the engagement exercise supports progressing the scheme (with some small amendments) and the decision has been taken to proceed with the scheme. A majority of respondents were in favour of the proposals, this included those who lived on or close to West Street. In response to the feedback Officers are proposing some small amendments to the proposals. These include a reduction in the number of "Wands" (upright flexible posts) being used on the bolt down kerbs to segregate cyclists from motor traffic. A section of mandatory cycle lane will be changed to advisory cycle lane so that vehicles can still pass on the inside of vehicles waiting to turn right into Upper West Street. The position of some "WandOrcas" will be amended to allow householders to reverse into their driveways.  A report showing the results of the engagement can be downloaded below. 

The work will take place from 23 September for approximately 4 weeks (excluding weekends) from 8pm – 6am. The works will NOT take place on the following dates:

• 26 – 30 September 
• 4 – 7 October

We will make sure that local people will be able to get to and from their house or business when it is safe to do so. Please talk to a member of our staff on site if you need help – they are keen to deliver the work with minimal disruption to you. It is essential to keep the road free from parked vehicles to enable the work to proceed as planned. The work is weather dependant and can be delayed by bad weather or other factors. Please look at our information boards on site for date changes. 

Working overnight is necessary on traffic sensitive roads to reduce disruption during peak times. It also enables longer uninterrupted working before the closure is lifted for daytime traffic, and results in a shorter period of traffic congestion. There will be some noise, but we will try to carry out the bulk of the noisiest works before midnight. We thank you for your patience while we carry out these works and apologise for any inconvenience caused.  

To view the engagement report please click here