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Asda Roundabout Improvements, Havant

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Introduction: Why Here and Why Now?

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The junction of Purbrook Way and Hulbert Road, known as Asda Roundabout, is a key junction for east-west

traffic in Havant and for access to the A3(M). The junction is currently congested and combined with anticipated

levels of local housing and employment development there is expected to be increased traffic delays.

To address the problem the County Council has identified an improvement scheme

and successfully bid to the Department for Transport for a ‘pinch point’ grant to fund

improvements. The grant is only available until end of March 2015.

Earlier public consultations identified local concerns about the improvements and the purpose of

this consultation is to show how these concerns have been incorporated into the scheme design.

Objectives

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The primary objectives of the scheme are to:

• reduce delays

• improve traffic capacity at the roundabout

• accommodate future traffic growth.

The proposed scheme also aims to improve road safety and facilities for

pedestrians, cyclists and bus users. It includes measures at the junction

of Park House Farm Way and Purbrook Way, which will be improved to

slow traffic and improve access for all road users.

The local area is important for wildlife and the scheme

includes substantial landscaping, with improvements to

help wildlife and support biodiversity.

Scheme Outline

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• The proposed scheme

significantly enlarges the

existing roundabout using

land to the northeast

made available by

Portsmouth City Council

• The circulatory

carriageway is increased

from two to three lanes

• There are increased

numbers of traffic lanes

on and off the roundabout• Traffic light controls are proposed

on the Purbrook Way approaches

• Shared-use pedestrian and cycle

facilities are provided east west

through the junction

• Existing provisions for bus users

are maintained

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Proposals Drawing

• Three lanes onto

roundabout

• Two lanes off

Bus stops relocated

New signal crossings

• Three lanes onto roundabout• Two lanes off

• Bus lane added• Bus stop relocated

Parking lay-by for residents

Existing accesses for

residents maintained

Legend

Proposed (shared) footway / cycleway

Proposed carriageway

Proposed maintenance hard-standing

Existing building

Existing/proposed tree

Proposed grassed / landscaped area

Proposed flower bed (daffodils / bluebells)

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Three lanes at north section

• Two lanes onto roundabout• Two lanes off

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Park House Farm Way Improvements

• Bus lane added• Bus stop relocated

Parking lay-by for residents

Raised table junction to moderate traffic speeds and help people cross the road

Legend

Proposed (shared) footway / cycleway

Proposed carriageway

Existing building

Existing/proposed tree

Proposed grassed / landscaped area

Proposed flower bed (daffodils / bluebells)

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Existing accesses for residents maintained

Amended road markings to make it easier to turn right

• EC to provide MAP?

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Improvements for Pedestrians, Cyclists & Bus Users

Proposed new bus lane

and relocated bus stop

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Key to above plan

Existing shared cycle / footway

Proposed shared cycle / footway

Proposed new direction signs

Proposals address existing

“difficult junction” on

Havant’s cycle network

The Asda roundabout is on the major east-west link

between Purbrook, Leigh Park and Havant, which aims to

provide a safe and effective link using off-road paths and

quiet roads to join together major destinations, including

colleges, retail and transport hubs.

A comprehensive and

legible cycle and

walking network is a

key part of the Havant's

'Active Travel Strategy'.

Environmental Considerations

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Legend

Existing vegetation to be retained

Existing/proposed tree

Proposed woodland edge planting

Proposed lowland meadow grass

Proposed amenity grass

Proposed pond and planting

Proposed flower bed (daffodils / bluebells)

Hibernacula

• The scheme requires the use of land to the northeast of the roundabout. It is a

Site of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINC) that has been identified as

suitable for dormice.

• We are working with Portsmouth City Council, the landowner, who have pledged

the land required for the road scheme, to implement wildlife habitat mitigation

measures suitable for dormice, bats, reptiles and ground nesting birds.

• Surveys to establish whether dormice are present are

ongoing. If dormice are found, then the works will

require a licence from Natural England.

• The land required for the scheme has been identified

as having low to medium archaeological interest. Work

to assess and record any discoveries that might be

present are planned and will be carried out during the

works on an ongoing basis

Environmental Considerations

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View towards new roundabout from Purbrook Way west

View towards new roundabout from Purbrook Way east View towards new roundabout from Hulbert Road south

New path through centre of roundabout

Simulation Images of Proposed Scheme

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• The vegetation clearance work has been largely completed.

• Utility diversion work has started and will be completed over the

summer.

• Main works are expected to start in October for approximately 13

months. A precise programme of works will be available when the

contractor has been appointed.

What Happens Next?

• The roundabout will remain operational throughout the works, although

some off-peak restrictions and night working may be required, while

observing the noise restrictions of the Local Environmental Health Officer.

• Liaison with the Highways Agency will ensure the motorway is unaffected

• Local highway improvement and utility works will be coordinated to

reduce any multiple disruptions during the main works.

Keeping You Up To Date

For the latest information on scheme progress and to view and

download the latest scheme drawings, please visit our website:

http://www.hants.gov.uk/havant-asda-roundabout.htm

You can register there to receive email notification

of updates to our website

Thank you for taking the time to view our

exhibition. We hope you found it informative

and look forward to receiving your comments

Have Your Say

Let us know what you thinkPlease complete a comments form to let us know your views

on what is proposed and post it in the box at the exhibition.

Alternatively:

Write or telephone us at the following address:

Strategic Transport (FAO Tom Robison)

Economy, Transport and Environment Department

Hampshire County Council

The Castle

Winchester

SO23 8UD

E-mail us at: Asda.Roundabout@hants.gov.uk

Please can we have all comments back as soon as

possible and by 24 June at the latest.

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