Project overview
We're proposing a safer and more comfortable environment for residents walking, cycling, wheeling and spending time in the local streets and outdoor spaces of Corstorphine.
Project objectives
Our project objectives are to
- improve the safety of routes to schools in the area
- understand and address issues with speed and volume of traffic in residential streets
- improve walking and cycling routes and access in the area
- improve local air quality
- create a more attractive environment with new public realm spaces.
To meet these objectives, the Council’s Transport and Environment Committee has approved the development of trial changes in the area that will reduce the amount of traffic and prioritise anyone walking, wheeling or cycling.
As part of this, all residents' properties and businesses are still accessible by vehicle.
All of this work is driven by our which will help us deliver by 2030.
Project details
The scheme design highlights the overarching plan for the project area.
View the traffic operations plan of how the network of roads will operate from 24 May 2023, when the Experimental Traffic Regulation Order (ETRO) started.
Find out more about Corstorphine Connections in our .
Accessibility
The scheme takes account of the needs of anyone with a disability or impairment. An Integrated Impact Assessment (IIA) has been carried out and will be reviewed throughout the duration of the project.
Next steps
We are delivering phase two of the project and will continue with monitoring and engagement throughout the trial scheme.
- 8 January to 7 July 2024 - new six month ETRO consultation period
- 8 January - change to the ETRO to reduce the length of the morning ‘School Streets’ restriction from 8am to 10am to 8am to 9.30am, reinstate Manse Road parking
- March 2024 – update to the Council’s Transport and Environment Committee on the first 6 months consultation, monitoring and market research
- October 24, 2024 – report to the Traffic Orders Sub-Committee on all the consultation, monitoring and market research for the project. Committee to decide on permanent status of the project
- Winter 2024/2025 – Implement permanent scheme, if approved, under Traffic Regulation Order (TRO)
