{"id":14177,"date":"2023-04-18T09:42:14","date_gmt":"2023-04-18T08:42:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roadsandtransport\/?post_type=dcc_docs_document&#038;p=14177"},"modified":"2024-08-12T11:23:25","modified_gmt":"2024-08-12T10:23:25","slug":"annex-3-cycleways","status":"publish","type":"dcc_docs_document","link":"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/document\/annex-3-cycleways\/","title":{"rendered":"Annex 3 &#8211; Cycleways"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#annex-3\">Annex 3<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#1-introduction\">1. Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#2-inventory\">2. Inventory<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#2-1-hierarchy\">2.1 Hierarchy<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#2-2-inventory\">2.2 Inventory<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#3-performance\">3. Performance<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#3-1-current-and-historical-condition\">3.1 Current and historical condition<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#3-2-current-performance\">3.2 Current performance<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#4-maintenance-strategy\">4. Maintenance Strategy<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#4-1-creation-of-a-new-asset\">4.1 Creation of a new asset<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#4-2-routine-maintenance\">4.2 Routine maintenance<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#4-3-renewal-or-replacement\">4.3 Renewal or replacement<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#4-4-network-upgrade\">4.4 Network Upgrade<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#4-5-decommissioning\">4.5 Decommissioning<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#5-levels-of-service-and-investment-strategy\">5. Levels of Service and Investment Strategy<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#5-1-investment-strategies\">5.1 Investment Strategies<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#5-2-levels-of-service\">5.2 Levels of service<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#6-programme-development\">6. Programme Development<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#6-1-identifying-schemes-for-an-initial-works-programme\">6.1 Identifying Schemes for an Initial Works Programme<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#6-2-prioritising-the-works-programme\">6.2 Prioritising the Works Programme<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#6-3-selecting-and-optimising-schemes-for-the-forward-programme\">6.3 Selecting and Optimising Schemes for the Forward Programme<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#7-risks\">7. Risks<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#8-improvement-actions\">8. Improvement Actions<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#version-control\">Version Control<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\t<div class=\"dcc-documents-cpt-fixed dccdocs-sticky dccdocs-hidden\">\r\n    <div class=\"grid-container\">\r\n        <div class=\"grid-x grid-margin-x\">\r\n            <div class=\"cell medium-12\">\r\n                <a class=\"back-to-top hide-for-print\" href=\"#content\"><svg class=\"app-c-back-to-top__icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"13\" height=\"17\" viewBox=\"0 0 13 17\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M6.5 0L0 6.5 1.4 8l4-4v12.7h2V4l4.3 4L13 6.4z\"><\/path><\/svg> Contents<\/a>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:41.333%\"><div class=\"document-meta-acf-block clearfix \" id=\"block_acf-block-66b9e29cc4a69\"><div class=\" dcc-documents-meta\"><div class=\"dcc-documents-widget dcc-documents-widget-block\"><div class=\"dcc-documents-widget-box2\"><p class=\"dcc-documents-published\"><span>Published<\/span> <time datetime=\"2023-04-18T09:42:14+00:00\">18\/04\/2023 9:42am<\/time><\/p><p class=\"dcc-documents-updated\"><span>Last Updated<\/span> <time datetime=\"2024-08-12T11:23:25+00:00\">12\/08\/2024 11:23am<\/time><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58.666%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"annex-3\">Annex 3<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"button form editor-content\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/hiamp\/\">Back to Main Menu<\/a>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; <a class=\"button form editor-content\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/document\/annex-4-drainage\/\">Continue to Annex 4<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-introduction\">1. Introduction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In previous revisions of the Highway Infrastructure Asset Management Plan (HIAMP) the cycleway asset has been merged with others. In this revision of the plan cycleways have been separated in a first stage effort to highlight the increased importance of the asset, which is likely to gain more traction in years to come.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cycleways are an important part of the highway network and contribute to the Councils overall strategic aims of allowing the residents of Devon to Grow up, Live Well and Prosper.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cycleways are a diverse part of the network which can require varying levels of maintenance.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Since the Government published its Gear Change plan in 2020, there has been additional focus and funding made available for active travel. \u00a32 billion of funding has been committed for active travel over 5 years with the aim for 50% of all journeys in towns and cities to be walked or cycled by 2030. In support of these aims, local authorities are expected to produce Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plans (LCWIPs) to enable a long-term approach to developing local cycling and walking networks.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In Devon, The Council is developing LCWIPs for the major urban growth areas where there is greatest scope to secure developer contributions to enable delivery of the scheme as well as for our leisure network of trails, which are an important part of improving peoples\u2019 health and wellbeing and supporting our rural economy.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The development of LCWIPs will have an impact on the nature and maintenance requirements of the County\u2019s cycleway asset group, and as such consultations with key stakeholders will continue to best understand this.&nbsp; Where possible the Council will also look for opportunities when undertaking planned maintenance to link into LCWIPs in order to maximise efficiencies and value for money.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-inventory\">2. Inventory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-1-hierarchy\">2.1 Hierarchy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW249266622 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW249266622 BCX8\">For the purpose of<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW249266622 BCX8\">identifying<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW249266622 BCX8\"> where certain cycleways exist, Devon has adopted 3 main categories to guide maintenance and inspection.&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW249266622 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Category A \u2013 Part of Carriageway<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/Fig-3.1-Cat-A.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"553\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/Fig-3.1-Cat-A.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14179\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/Fig-3.1-Cat-A.png 553w, https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/Fig-3.1-Cat-A-300x189.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 553px) 100vw, 553px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW234095726 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234095726 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"caption\">Fig 3.1 Cycleway a part of a carriageway<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW234095726 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Category B \u2013 Remote of Carriageway<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/Fig-3.2-Cat-B.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"551\" height=\"357\" src=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/Fig-3.2-Cat-B.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14180\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/Fig-3.2-Cat-B.png 551w, https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/Fig-3.2-Cat-B-300x194.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 551px) 100vw, 551px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW172844028 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW172844028 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"caption\">Fig 3.2 Cycleway remote of a carriageway<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW172844028 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Category C \u2013 Cycle Trail (including off road sections of the National Cycle Network)<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/Fig-3.3-Cat-C.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"540\" height=\"366\" src=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/Fig-3.3-Cat-C.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14181\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/Fig-3.3-Cat-C.png 540w, https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/Fig-3.3-Cat-C-300x203.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW44937911 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW44937911 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"caption\">Fig 3.3 Cycle trail<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW44937911 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-2-inventory\">2.2 Inventory<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Obtaining an accurate inventory of all the cycleways in Devon has proven a challenge to the Council due to the diversity of the network. This is something the Council aims to improve in the future.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Informal data does exist that gives an indication of the lengths of network within the main settlements of Devon however, confidence in the accuracy of this data is not absolute.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Type<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Total length (km)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Exeter<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Barnstaple<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Exmouth<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Newton Abbot<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tiverton<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Traffic-free routes<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">362<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">92<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">26<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">14<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">11<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">10<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">On-road cycle lanes<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">53<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">30<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">10<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Advisory cycle routes<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">809<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">67<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">39<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">19<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">13<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">30<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Footpaths &amp; Bridleways<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1,218<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">8<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">9<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Byways<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">114<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Total<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2,556<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">197<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">76<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">34<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">26<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">51<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fig.3.4: Lengths of cycle network by main settlement<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For accessibility, the Council provides maps of the current cycle network though links on the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/maptest.devon.gov.uk\/portaldvl\/apps\/webappviewer\/index.html?id=48832162372544a693edba4147790ef5\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">website.<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-performance\">3. Performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-1-current-and-historical-condition\">3.1 Current and historical condition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Asset Condition<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The establishment of an effective regime of inspection, assessment and monitoring of asset condition is an essential component of an effective asset plan.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Inspections are particularly important in the case of network safety where information may be crucial in respect to legal actions. A robust inspection regime therefore forms part of the Council\u2019s defence against claims and legal proceedings.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Reporting by the public<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A valuable source of condition data is the information the Council gather from the public when cycleway defects are reported. The provision of location of defects enables the contractor to optimise gangs in organising repairs in an efficient manner. This condition data is used together with other data sources to identify potential treatment sites.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Safety Inspections<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Our standards for the frequency of cycleway safety inspections consider national guidelines and legislation such as:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Highways Act 1980<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Well-Managed Highway Infrastructure: A Code of Practice (October 2016) (NCoP)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Well Managed Highway Liability Risk (March 2017)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The current safety inspection regime can be found in the current Highway Safety policy, a link to which can be found <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/document\/highway-safety-policy-vers-6-1\/#section-7-safety-inspection-routes-and-frequencies\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">here<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Serviceability Inspections<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In relation to Trails a<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> key guide is the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/devoncc.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/PublicDocs\/Highways\/ES79nKRqVZ1CpQ8DqP5jTXEBk4bDBWFcMKk9qRBtlH04RQ?e=dhoXtl\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Public Rights of Way Condition Criteria<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> which informs annual inspection and identification of maintenance and improvement works.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-2-current-performance\">3.2 Current performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Due to the nature of the network, particularly where cycleways are part of the carriageway, or locally shared footway, it is difficult to isolate the condition of this asset from others.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">On dedicated cycle trails it is easier to understand the performance through recorded defects. Over the last 2 years, the recorded defects for maintenance category 16 linking cycleways is as follows:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2021 \u2013 1,388<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2022 \u2013 1,174<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This represents a reduction of approximately 15.5%.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Nation Highways and Transport Network (NHT) survey is another resource that can be used to measure the performance of the authority over particular assets. In the 2022 survey it was highlighted that the most popular area of the service getting better was Cycle routes\/lanes. Which reinforces the limited specific data available from defects.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-maintenance-strategy\">4. Maintenance Strategy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-1-creation-of-a-new-asset\">4.1 Creation of a new asset<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">New cycleways can be created in a number of ways:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">New developments \u2013 As part of travel plans associated with new development planning permission. Many new housing developments are being obliged to provide high quality sustainable travel infrastructure, which often includes cycleways. These often link in to existing infrastructure that may require improvement\/upgrading.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Strategic upgrading of existing infrastructure \u2013 linked with the above, the local authority currently uses government incentives and capital funding to upgrade existing network to make it more accessible and appealing for sustainable travel. A good example of this would be the E4 cycle route that connects residential and travel hubs to the East of Exeter with the City Centre and the University.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/E4-Cycle-Route.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"522\" height=\"371\" src=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/E4-Cycle-Route.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/E4-Cycle-Route.png 522w, https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/E4-Cycle-Route-300x213.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 522px) 100vw, 522px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW13494363 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13494363 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"caption\">Fig. 3.5: E4 Cycle Route Plan<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW13494363 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW180360823 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW180360823 BCX8\">Asset re-purposing \u2013 Another method of creating cycleway infrastructure is through the re-purposing of existing assets. This could include the prohibition of vehicular traffic along certain roads to ease sustainable and safer travel. In Exeter, during COVID, certain roads were subject to this very process, some of which have since been made permanent. An example of this is Magdalen Street in Exeter where <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW180360823 BCX8\">two way<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW180360823 BCX8\"> vehicular traffic has now been made one-way in favour of a dedicated cycleway <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW180360823 BCX8\">adjacent to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW180360823 BCX8\"> the footway.&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW180360823 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-2-routine-maintenance\">4.2 Routine maintenance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There are various forms of routine maintenance that can occur on the cycleway network, including:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Surface defect\/pothole repairs&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Surface patching<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Surface cleaning through sweeping \u2013 in conjunction with partner authorities<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Vegetation cutting<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Joint\/Crack repairs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Resurfacing\/reconstruction<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Slurry repairs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Treatment Options<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The location of the cycleway, along with the surrounding environment and current construction will dictate the routine treatment and frequency that is required. A cycleway in an urban setting set alongside other assets such as footways or carriageways may be subject to less vegetation clearance but more sweeping as part of a District or City council\u2019s cyclic operations. In contrast, a cycle trail that is remote from the carriageway may require more in the way of vegetation management to ensure the cycle trail is not restricted.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In terms of surface repair, cycleways that are remote of other assets, especially carriageways will be less prone to defects associated with vehicles. As such the surface types may range from bound surfaces to loose, granular material. The routine treatment of these surfaces will again be tailored to the need and the local environment.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Winter Service<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As part of the commitment to encourage sustainable travel and make it safer, the authority has started a trial to proactively pre-salt strategic cycle routes around Exeter when sub-zero surface temperatures are forecast. To facilitate this the authority has commissioned the use of specialised equipment and solution. The effectiveness and cost benefit of the trial will be assessed after the winter period.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/Cycle-Salting-Machine.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"412\" height=\"304\" src=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/Cycle-Salting-Machine.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14184\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/Cycle-Salting-Machine.png 412w, https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/03\/Cycle-Salting-Machine-300x221.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW7348153 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7348153 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"caption\">Fig. 3.6: Cycleway Pre-salting Vehicle<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW7348153 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-3-renewal-or-replacement\">4.3 Renewal or replacement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When the cycleway is associated with other assets, such as carriageways or footways, then the options for renewal or replacement are generally linked with the associated asset.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Where cycleways are also part of the carriageway, the treatment methods and selection criteria contained within the Carriageway Annex can be referred to. As it is the carriageway that is likely to deteriorate more quickly than the cycleway it will often be that treatment method that takes precedent. The same can be said for cycleways that are remote of carriageways but associated with footways.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cycle trails tend to comprise a more varied range of methods reflecting factors such as levels and types of use, landscape and heritage setting, and biodiversity and wildlife value.&nbsp; Some routes include access for horse riding (with a commitment to encouraging and supporting shared use) and so need to consider methods best suited to this combination of uses.&nbsp; An added factor is that the route may be permissive rather than by right and so could be subject to requirements linked to agreements with 3<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">rd<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> party landowners.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-4-network-upgrade\">4.4 Network Upgrade<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whilst undertaking renewal or replacement activities opportunities to upgrade or improve the cycleway are often explored. This can take the form of:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bringing the cycleway up to current standards<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improving usability and accessibility&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improving safety&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improving asset durability and sustainability<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Such work is often undertaken with Transport Planning teams within the authority who will have a strategic understanding on the need. Such examples include the widening of the on-road cycleway along Pinhoe Rd, Exeter and the upgraded footway\/cycleway in Burnthouse Lane, Exeter.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Transport Planning team are also involved in identifying schemes for enhancing the cycle trail network.&nbsp; This includes close liaison with Sustrans as part of managing and developing the National Cycle Network (ref. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sustrans.org.uk\/national-cycle-network\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The National Cycle Network<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">).&nbsp; Priorities are also informed by the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/prow\/rights-of-way-improvement-plan\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rights of Way Improvement Plan and Policy<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, with a steer provided through the Devon Countryside Access Forum (ref. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/prow\/devon-countryside-access-forum\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Devon Countryside Access Forum<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-5-decommissioning\">4.5 Decommissioning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW167262258 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW167262258 BCX8\">With the emphasis on promoting and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW167262258 BCX8\">providing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW167262258 BCX8\"> access to sustainable transport, cycleways are very unlikely to be decommissioned by the authority. Assets may be superseded by new developments, which will be seen as an improvement\/upgrade.&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW167262258 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-levels-of-service-and-investment-strategy\">5. Levels of Service and Investment Strategy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-1-investment-strategies\">5.1 Investment Strategies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There is currently a focus on investment to encourage and enable active travel through the creation of high-quality cycleway networks. Whilst this investment is directed at the creation of infrastructure, there is little provision for the ongoing maintenance.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Although a robust asset deterioration model exists for carriageways a similar model has not been developed for cycleways.&nbsp; This is in line with the relatively low risk and low historical spend on cycleways however development of a less complex model may assist in determining budget splits for cycleway spending going forward.&nbsp; Budget allocation is currently based more on historical spend assessments and on a need\u2019s basis.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-2-levels-of-service\">5.2 Levels of service<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Current level of service, informed by condition assessments if available, against the stated Levels of Service in the Plan, funding and Risk assessments.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Levels of Service demonstrate the relationship between the Council\u2019s corporate objectives, including the Strategic Plan for 2021 \u2013 2025, and the performance of highway assets in terms of stakeholder requirements. The Levels of Service represent the fundamental service aimed at helping to deliver a road network which is as safe, reliable and as fit for purpose as possible within the current funding and resource constraints. Table 4.6 is an extract from the Strategy and shows the Levels of Service measures for Cycleways along with an indication of how they relate to the Council\u2019s Levels of Service Statements.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Due to the nature of the cycleway network, where a lot of the asset is associated with other assets, such a footways and carriageways, the maintenance standards, and the general condition of these cycleways will be linked with these assets. These service levels can be viewed in the carriageway and footway annexes.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Service standards for cycle trails are informed by the Public Rights of Way Condition Criteria as indicated in 3.1 above.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><span data-contrast=\"none\">Measure<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"none\">Responding to the&nbsp;climate emergency<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"none\">Be ambitious for children&nbsp;and young people<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"none\">Support sustainable\u00a0<\/span><br><span data-contrast=\"none\">economic recovery<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tackle poverty and inequality<\/span> <\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"none\">Improve health and wellbeing<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"none\">Help communities to be safe,&nbsp;connected and resilient<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Inspect footways and cycleway at set frequencies and prioritise repairs to safety defects in accordance with the Highway Safety Inspection Policy.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> \u221a<\/span><\/td><td><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> \u221a<\/span><\/td><td><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> \u221a<\/span><\/td><td><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> \u221a<\/span><\/td><td><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> \u221a<\/span><\/td><td><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> \u221a<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Develop and deliver an annual programme of footway and cycleway maintenance repairs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> \u221a<\/span><\/td><td><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> \u221a<\/span><\/td><td><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> \u221a<\/span><\/td><td><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> \u221a<\/span><\/td><td><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> \u221a<\/span><\/td><td><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> \u221a<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW201879687 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW201879687 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"caption\">Fig 3.7: Levels of Service<\/span><\/span><\/em><span class=\"EOP SCXW201879687 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-programme-development\">6. Programme Development<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-1-identifying-schemes-for-an-initial-works-programme\">6.1 Identifying Schemes for an Initial Works Programme<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For category A or Category B cycleways, the programme development will again be linked with the associated assets, such as footways and carriageways. This has been developed by the Local Asset Capital Programme (LACP), which places greater emphasis on identifying and understanding local priorities.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As well as understanding the local needs of communities through consultation, which can include a range of works across all assets, the local teams also consider a range of other data and information sources to identify potential works, this can include but not limited to:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Safety inspection reports and data<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Customer reports<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Visual inspections<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Alongside this, where works are programmed to other assets or infrastructure close by, opportunities may be sought to undertake maintenance or improvement to the cycleway network, which may otherwise prove too costly, or a lower priority.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cycle trail work programmes are predominantly informed through the annual inspection regime, with consultation through the Devon Countryside Access Forum, and also potentially through other fora such as the Parish Paths Partnership.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-2-prioritising-the-works-programme\">6.2 Prioritising the Works Programme<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For category A and B cycleways, the prioritisation of works will again depend largely on the associated assets. Due to the inherently low risk nature of cycleways and gradual deterioration, it is often the associated assets that dictate the need and the priority.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Factors included in this prioritisation will include but not limited to:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Asset category (Carriageway\/Footway Maintenance Category)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Asset use and location (Traffic Flows, Urban Routes)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Data condition (Scanner, Deflectograph etc.)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Defect data (Potholes)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Customer reports<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Community priority&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Public safety and ease of use are the main considerations in prioritising cycle trail works.&nbsp; However, Devon County Council also has wider land management functions to factor.&nbsp; In addition to routine vegetation cuts, surface maintenance, and drainage, this can include activities such as habitat management, tree works, boundary fencing, car parks, waymarking and information signage.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-3-selecting-and-optimising-schemes-for-the-forward-programme\">6.3 Selecting and Optimising Schemes for the Forward Programme<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The selection and optimising of cycleway schemes currently dependant on works programmes associated with other assets. Opportunities are taken to maximise these opportunities when funding allows however, with a reduction in overall funding, these opportunities to focus on the cycleway network may become more difficult.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Work has also taken place to work with other strategic teams to maximise the opportunities gained through new development, or strategic government funding grants. This work has be sporadic at times but with greater coordination could be maximised further in the future.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-risks\">7. Risks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A big threat to achieving the maintenance objectives on cycleways is funding and overall prioritisation. Without sufficient focus and funding for the maintenance of this asset type the condition of the network is likely to deteriorate. In turn, this could have an impact on the overall objectives of promoting sustainable travel through the provision of high-quality routes.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In conjunction with the lack of funding for targeted maintenance, there is also increased activity in the creation of new assets. This is creating a much larger liability for the authority to maintain however; no additional provision has been made for the ongoing maintenance of these assets. This again could lead to a reduction in quality of the asset and may result in reputational damage to the authority.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Further identified risks can include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Availability of suitable surfacing materials with correct PSVs,&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Less frequent Serviceability inspections being undertaken may be exposing the authority to risks, such as more complaints, claims and customer dissatisfaction etc,<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Climate change with more rainfalls and frequent storm events may cause more damage to our footways,<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Availability of specialist contractors to carry out maintenance activities,&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Increasing costs of materials and labour.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reduction in the net book value of the asset,<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reputational damage to the authority<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">More frequent disruption to users due to increased emergency unplanned maintenance due to neglected or poorly maintained assets.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-improvement-actions\">8. Improvement Actions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Alongside the Highway Infrastructure Asset Management Plan, this Annex is a live document. It will be subject to continuous improvement and ongoing development with input from Council Officers and Stakeholder feedback. Areas for improvement are identified within the Annex which are summarised as Improvement Actions in this section. These Actions are aligned with Strategic Goals and are assessed as part of a wider cross-asset prioritisation process that prioritises their implementation taking account of the framework of funding and resource availability.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The actions that have been identified as being required to ensure the Cycleways asset management objectives are achieved are:&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hierarchy and Inventory \u2013 <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A primary focus for the authority is to make improvements in the data that is held on the cycleway inventory. It has been noted in section 2 that the data held on lengths of cycleway is sparse, unreliable and does not clearly indicate the inventory held across the 3 categories. Improvements in this area will create a better understanding of the network along with links to other assets, thus facilitating greater focus and prioritisation on the maintenance, bringing it more in line with a risk-based approach of asset management.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This may also lead to a review of the categories creating further opportunities for focus and prioritisation.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Travel Developments \u2013 <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whilst cycling remains a focus for sustainable travel, there are other developments that may have an impact on the network and the way it is used. An example of which is the increased use of E-bikes, as well as the trial of E-scooters to facilitate shorter, urban journeys.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Identify the impacts of these developments as there could be an increased liability on the cycleway network. This in turn means that funding for these assets may need to become a greater priority to ensure the network is of sufficient quality and avoid reputation damage.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Training \u2013 <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With the improved links to other areas of the authority, there may be opportunities to undertake training and professional development for existing practitioners to better understand the importance of these assets and the impact on the network as a whole.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Identify training requirements to ensure suitable competency levels.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"version-control\">Version Control<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Version<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Date<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Summary of Changes<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1.0<\/td><td>12 April 2023<\/td><td>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"button form editor-content\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/?page_id=14106&amp;preview=true\">Back to Home Page<\/a>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; <a class=\"button form editor-content\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/?post_type=dcc_docs_document&amp;p=14189&amp;preview=true\">Continue to Annex 4<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Annex 3 Back to Main Menu&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Continue to Annex 4 1. 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