The Council is set to approve a further length of cycle route in the city.
The London Road North Scheme involves the installation of a new segregated cycle track on London Road stretching from the ASDA Roundabout to its junction with Abbey Road.
The improvements will include new pavement surfacing, bus stop relocations and one signalised crossing near Tonbridge Road.
The cycle track will cost £2.375m and is to be funded through the £21 million Coventry South Sustainable Transport Package, which forms part of the Council’s CRSTS (City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement) programme which was approved by Cabinet in August 2022.
The cycle way has been designed to protect the existing verge and mature trees. Pedestrians and cyclists will be separated along this stretch, with the cycle way situated on the vehicle side of the verge. The existing carriageway width permits the introduction of the cycle track primarily within the carriageway itself, minimising alterations to the verge.
All trees will be preserved, and any tarmac encroaching onto the verge will be permeable to ensure the maintenance of adequate drainage to the tree roots. The scheme will involve the narrowing of the carriageway, traffic. Modelling indicates narrowing will not create any safety or congestion issues.
The proposal and the results of public consultation will be considered by the Cabinet Member for City Services on 18th September. If approved the scheme will be constructed in the 24/25 financial year.