TMR to release revised traffic calming plan for Palmwoods
Proposed improvements and locations Three locations have been identified for pedestrian improvements including: 1. an upgrade to the existing informal crossing point near the Post Office (costing 7 car parks); 2. an upgrade to the existing crossing point near Rick’s Garage (costing one car park); 3. a new crossing point near Palmwoods Bakery (costing 6 car parks).
Business concerns raised as proposals cost parking spaces
The Department of Transport and Main Roads is finalising a revised concept design aimed at calming heavy traffic and parking concerns in Palmwoods.
TMR’s plans will be released to the community for further comment in the coming month.
This follows concerns raised about the initial proposal which would have seen 14 valuable carparks lost to a main street that only has 50 marked spaces.
A Transport and Main Roads spokesperson said the department considered community input on the initial proposal which identified three potential locations for pedestrian improvements in Palmwoods.
“The proposal included traffic calming devices, upgrades to existing crossing points near the Post Office and Rick’s Garage, along with a new crossing point near the Palmwoods Bakery. As part of this proposal, a number of car parks were identified for removal at each location in order to achieve clear sight lines and ensure the safety of all road users.
“More than 270 people provided feedback as part of this initial consultation, which provided greater local knowledge and understanding of the community’s preferences and key issues.
“In particular, we acknowledge the community’s concerns about impacts to car parking and the current limited availability of car parking in general in Palmwoods, which featured heavily in the feedback received.
“In response, we are closely reviewing the parking arrangement on Margaret Street and investigating opportunities to improve car parking capacity and convenience for locals and visitors, while also ensuring safety for pedestrians and other road users.”
A revised concept design is currently being finalised and will be released to the community for further comment this month (March).
“Late last month (February), the Australian and Queensland governments announced funding for 46 road safety projects across the state, including $1 million towards improved safety in Palmwoods.”