Holmesdale CHN:Holmesdale Road

Existing and proposed changes to the Holmesdale Healthy Neighbourhood in.

This page provides information on the existing and proposed changes to the Holmesdale  Croydon Healthy Neighbourhood (CHN) in Holmesdale Rd.

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The updated schemes respond directly to feedback from residents asking for improved warning signs. The experimental schemes are expected to become operational from 30 September,2022 and run for up to 18 months, with a decision on their future taken before the end of that period. During the first six-months, objections to the scheme can be formally submitted.

Holmesdale Healthy Neighbourhood: Holmesdale Road 

The previous temporary Holmesdale Road Healthy Neighbourhood CHN was  improved to make the scheme more accessible to residents, emergency services and other motorists with agreed permits and exemptions.

The previous road closure (enforced by planters) was  removed and replaced with ’No Motor Vehicle’ restrictions and signs. Vehicles that are not exempt may not drive through . To ensure the restriction points are kept clear of parked vehicles to allow vehicle turning, short lengths of yellow line 'No Parking' restrictions were introduced.

All properties and streets within the neighbourhood remain accessible for those motorists without an agreed permit/exemption, however this may be via an alternative route.

Local residents are able to apply for a permit for up to three vehicles, the CHN map accessible. Exemptions will be made for some vehicles such as buses, black taxis, local school staff, blue badge holders and designated carers.

Apply for exemption

For enquiries relating to permits and exemptions only please email chnpermits@croydon.gov.uk.

Details of the modified scheme can be found in the map below:

Download the Holmesdale Road Area CHN map (PDF, 1.3MB)

Next Steps: period of listening and period of objection

A decision has been made to implement the changes as proposed, and this will be done using an Experimental Traffic Regulation Order (ETRO) for up to a maximum period of 18 months. As the name suggests, following implementation by 30 September 2022, the effects of the experiment will be monitored. During the experiment we will be talking with and listening to local people. More detail on the planned monitoring and listening will be published here shortly.

When making ETROs, the first 6 months is a period of ‘statutory consultation’ during which anyone affected by the experimental scheme can submit an objection to the scheme being made permanent. All objections received during that 6 month statutory period will be considered, together with our findings from listening and the monitoring, along with other matters, before taking a decision to either remove the scheme in its entirety or to keep it in place. An option to amend the scheme also exists but depending on the level of amendment this could require a further consultation period.

Details about the upcoming public engagement and the period of objection will be available in the coming weeks on the council website and residents will receive another letter.

Updates

Events planned between February and April:

Drop-in sessions 

Stanley Arts Café 12 South Norwood Hill, SW25 6AB   Dates:  15 and 16   February  between 5pm and 8pm 

Street Audits

Street Audits with residents March,  if you wish to take part please contact us : Holmesdale.hn@croydon.gov.uk 

Independent Resident survey  during April 

We may also hold workshops to co-design any improvements residents wish to see introduced. We will publish details of any workshop planned  here when they are  arranged and confirmed.