{"id":14264,"date":"2023-04-18T09:39:20","date_gmt":"2023-04-18T08:39:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roadsandtransport\/?post_type=dcc_docs_document&#038;p=14264"},"modified":"2025-05-20T17:01:21","modified_gmt":"2025-05-20T16:01:21","slug":"annex-8-signs-and-other-traffic-assets","status":"publish","type":"dcc_docs_document","link":"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/document\/annex-8-signs-and-other-traffic-assets\/","title":{"rendered":"Annex 8 &#8211; Signs and Other Traffic Assets"},"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-8\">Annex 8<\/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-civil-parking-enforcement-inc-pay-and-display-machines\">2.1 Civil Parking Enforcement inc Pay and Display machines<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#2-2-road-signs-general\">2.2 Road Signs (General)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#2-3-road-signs-regulatory\">2.3 Road Signs (Regulatory)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#2-4-vehicle-activated-signs\">2.4 Vehicle Activated Signs<\/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-civil-parking-enforcement-inc-pay-and-display-machines\">3.2 Civil Parking Enforcement inc Pay and Display machines<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#3-3-road-signs-general\">3.3 Road Signs (General)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#3-4-road-signs-regulatory\">3.4 Road Signs (Regulatory)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#3-5-vehicle-activated-signs\">3.5 Vehicle Activated Signs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#4-maintenance-strategy\">4. Maintenance Strategy<\/a><ul><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-decommissioning-of-the-asset\">4.4 Decommissioning of the asset<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#4-5-maintenance-service-standards\">4.5 Maintenance Service Standards<\/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-levels-of-service\">5.1 Levels of Service<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#5-2-investment-strategy\">5.2 Investment Strategy<\/a><\/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><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#7-1-civil-parking-enforcement-inc-pay-and-display-machines\">7.1 Civil Parking Enforcement inc Pay and Display machines<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#7-2-road-signs-general\">7.2 Road Signs (General)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#7-3-road-signs-regulatory\">7.3 Road Signs (Regulatory)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#7-4-vehicle-activated-signs\">7.4 Vehicle Activated Signs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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-682ca74e87e86\"><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=\"2023-04-18T09:39:20+00:00\">18\/04\/2023 9:39am<\/time><\/p><p class=\"dcc-documents-updated\"><span>Last Updated<\/span> <time datetime=\"2025-05-20T17:01:21+00:00\">20\/05\/2025 5:01pm<\/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-8\">Annex 8 <\/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; <a class=\"button form editor-content\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/document\/annex-9-park-and-ride-sites\/\">Continue to Annex 9<\/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\">The primary purpose of traffic signs, road markings and other traffic management assets is to improve road safety and inform highway users of any hazards or requirements as they move around the network.<\/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\">There is a statutory requirement to maintain traffic signs and road markings in relation to the mandatory requirements set for road users, including those set out by Traffic Regulation Orders.<\/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\">Traffic signs, road markings and other traffic management assets are critical not only to keeping the network safe but for the Council to meet its statutory requirements under the Highways Act and the Traffic Management Act to keep the network moving.<\/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\">These assets will communicate requirements relating to speed, hazards in the road ahead, where to park, load, or unload, and facilitate the payment for parking sessions maintaining an important income stream of approximately \u00a33m per annum.<\/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\">By not maintaining these assets there is a risk to drivers and associated litigation against the Authority.<\/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\">With increasing levels of autonomy in vehicles on our network the importance of road signs in guiding driver and vehicle is likely to require a higher level of investment.&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\">Changes to the Safety Defect Maintenance Policy in December 2020 has reduced the number of signing types that are inspected and maintained reactively.<\/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\">These assets have not previously been recognised in the Authorities Highway Infrastructure Asset Management Plan. However, to maintain the network and make informed decisions on budget setting it is important to do so. This Annex outlines a proposal to develop asset management principles for this area over the next 5 years.<\/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\">It is considered that Electric Vehicle charging facilities may be within the scope of this annex, however at this time the ambition to investigate solutions funded and maintained by third party partners.<\/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 impact of not maintaining our signing and traffic management asset is an increased risk of claims against the Authority, failed enforcement (including enforcement undertaken using new Moving Traffic Enforcement powers), and reputational damage.<\/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<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/04\/Annex-8-Signs.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"243\" height=\"509\" src=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/04\/Annex-8-Signs.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14265\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/04\/Annex-8-Signs.png 243w, https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2023\/04\/Annex-8-Signs-143x300.png 143w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 243px) 100vw, 243px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187851825 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW187851825 BCX8\">Extent of asset,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187851825 BCX8\"> may be split into different asset types<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187851825 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW187851825 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW98237666 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW98237666 BCX8\">The Council has historically held limited information relating to traffic signs, road markings and other traffic management assets.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW98237666 BCX8\" 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=\"2-1-civil-parking-enforcement-inc-pay-and-display-machines\">2.1 Civil Parking Enforcement inc Pay and Display machines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There is a robust inventory of Traffic Regulation Orders relating to parking restrictions, these are digitised in both text and map-based formats in the Buchanan ParkMap software suite. A public facing <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/devon.traffweb.app\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">map-based viewer<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> for these restrictions is also available:&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\">There is no detailed inventory of signing however sufficient information to understand the amount and quality of signing on the network.<\/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\">There is a robust inventory relating to Pay &amp; display machine asset across the County.<\/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=\"2-2-road-signs-general\">2.2 Road Signs (General)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW178384019 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW178384019 BCX8\">There is no up-to-date inventory currently held relating to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW178384019 BCX8\"> general road signs.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW178384019 BCX8\" 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=\"2-3-road-signs-regulatory\">2.3 Road Signs (Regulatory)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There is an inventory of Traffic Regulation Orders relating to restrictions that is under development, this will include digitised records in both text and map-based formats in the Buchanan ParkMap software suite.&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\">There is no detailed inventory of signing relating to these restrictions, however this is identified as a priority as Moving Traffic Enforcement powers are adopted.<\/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=\"2-4-vehicle-activated-signs\">2.4 Vehicle Activated Signs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW136907986 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW136907986 BCX8\">There a partial inventory of Vehicle Activated Signs, work is being undertaken to complete this inventory currently.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW136907986 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=\"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<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW74752203 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW74752203 BCX8\">There is no overall condition assessment of traffic signs \/ road markings and other traffic assets, this is an identified area for improvement. There is a need to gather more information to plan routine maintenance programmes for future years and inform areas of investment.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW74752203 BCX8\" 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=\"3-2-civil-parking-enforcement-inc-pay-and-display-machines\">3.2 Civil Parking Enforcement inc Pay and Display machines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There are no comprehensive records of signing and lining condition in respect to the CPE asset. However, there are regular inspections as part of enforcement activities and the Council is able to respond well to reactive issues identified by Civil Enforcement Officers (CEOs).<\/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\">These measures are deemed to be adequate.<\/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\">There is a live reporting system which ensures the functionality of the Pay &amp; Display machine asset, identifying whether machines are functioning correctly and when cash collections are required.<\/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 current performance in terms of pay &amp; display machine asset is not deemed to be adequate, there are significant vulnerabilities due to the mechanical nature of the machines, such as coin and ticket jams. Cash collection also presents risks due to current recruitment issues within the contractor\u2019s team. Ongoing maintenance is costly.<\/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 medium-term ambition is that a greater reliance on cashless infrastructure is investigated, reducing maintenance liability and costs and encouraging use of \u201cpay by phone\u201d apps etc.<\/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=\"3-3-road-signs-general\">3.3 Road Signs (General)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There is no comprehensive record of sign condition, ad-hoc surveys are undertaken and there is also scope for the public to report issues with damaged or missing signs.&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\">These measures are deemed to be adequate.<\/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=\"3-4-road-signs-regulatory\">3.4 Road Signs (Regulatory)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There is no comprehensive record of sign condition, ad hoc surveys are undertaken and these signs are also included in Safety Defect surveys. There is also scope for the public to report issues with damaged or missing signs&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 general, these measures are deemed to be adequate. However, additional audits will be desirable with the adoption of moving traffic enforcement powers.<\/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=\"3-5-vehicle-activated-signs\">3.5 Vehicle Activated Signs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There is no comprehensive record of sign condition, ad-hoc surveys are undertaken and there is also scope for the public to report issues with damaged or missing signs.&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\">These measures are deemed to be adequate.<\/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=\"4-maintenance-strategy\">4. Maintenance Strategy<\/h2>\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<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Civil Parking Enforcement inc Pay and Display machines<\/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\">These assets are created in association with new parking schemes and improvements. All new assets (and changes to existing assets) will require a new Traffic Regulation Order.&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\">Source of requests may 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\">Annual HATOC Waiting Restriction Programme,<\/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\">Highway schemes with Capital funding,<\/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\">New developments \/ S106 \/ S278 monies, and<\/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 \/ Member requests.<\/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\">New assets will be discussed with Local Member and HATOC chair at a minimum.<\/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\">More information on our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/parking\/traffic-regulation-orders\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Traffic Regulation Orders (including the Annual HATOC Waiting Restriction Programme can be found here<\/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<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Road Signs (General)<\/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\">These assets are created in association with highway improvement schemes or new developments. These 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\">Highway schemes with Capital funding,<\/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\">New developments \/ S106 \/ S278 monies,<\/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 \/ Member funded schemes,<\/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\">Road safety audits, and<\/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 \/ Member requests.<\/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\">Road Signing (Regulatory)<\/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\">These assets are created in association with highway improvement schemes or new developments. All new assets (and changes to existing assets) will require a new Traffic Regulation Order. These 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\">Highway schemes with Capital funding,<\/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\">New developments \/ S106 \/ S278 monies,<\/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 \/ Member funded schemes,<\/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\">Road safety audits, and<\/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 \/ Member requests.<\/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\">New assets will be discussed with Local Member and HATOC chair at a minimum.<\/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\">Vehicle Activated Signs<\/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\">These assets are created in association with highway improvement schemes or new developments. These 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\">Community \/ Member funded schemes,<\/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\">Road safety audits \/ Speed compliance action review forum (SCARF*), and<\/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 \/ Member requests.<\/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\">*More information can be found out about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/roads-and-transport\/safe-travel\/road-safety\/safer-roads\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">our SCARF process here<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:&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=\"4-2-routine-maintenance\">4.2 Routine Maintenance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Civil Parking Enforcement inc Pay and Display machines<\/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\">There is no formal serviceability service inspection regime, however all sites are regularly attended by Civil Parking Enforcement Officers and condition of the asset is checked before enforcement is carried out. Defects are recorded and reported to the technical team who arrange ad hoc maintenance of the 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\">There is a medium-term ambition to return to cyclic maintenance of this asset to reduce costs and improve condition.<\/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\">For Pay and Display machines there is a live reporting function to the back-office system (Smartfolio) which provides information of current status (for example if the machine is out of service or cash box full). There is a maintenance contract to keep machines in service and a replacement programme which sees machines typically replaced after 10 years service.<\/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\">Road Signs (General)<\/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\">There is no formal serviceability service inspection regime, routine maintenance is rarely undertaken (with the exception of triangular \u201cWarning Signs\u201d which would be identified as a Safety Defect).<\/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\">Cleaning of any sign is no longer undertaken by the Authority due to budgetary pressures.<\/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 treatment is identified by road users or via a route review maintenance would be considered against available budgets or communities encouraged to fund \/ self help. For example Chapter 8 trained Parish Wardens may choose to undertake sign cleaning.<\/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\">Road Signing (Regulatory)<\/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\">These signs are included in routine safety inspections and will be replaced or repaired accordingly.&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\">Treatment may also be identified by Police or Safety Camera Partnership when identifying defects during enforcement of speed limits or moving traffic offences.<\/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\">With the adoption of moving traffic offences regular audits of signing and lining will be required at any site identified (and signed off) for enforcement. It is anticipated that a 3 month inspection will be sufficient to ensure robust enforcement.<\/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\">Vehicle Activated Signs<\/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\">There is no formal serviceability service inspection regime, routine maintenance is rarely undertaken.<\/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 treatment is identified by road users or via a route review maintenance would be considered against available budgets or communities encouraged to fund in some instances.<\/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=\"4-3-renewal-or-replacement\">4.3 Renewal or replacement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Civil Parking Enforcement inc Pay and Display machines<\/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\">Signs are renewed and replaced as necessary when identified by inspection or report. In the instance of damage relating to a vehicle collision, costs are recovered from insurers if possible.<\/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\">Pay &amp; display machines are replaced as they end their serviceable life typically replaced after 10 years service.<\/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\">Road Signs (General)<\/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\">For signs that do not relate to mandatory instructions to drivers and that fall outside our Safety Defect Policy there is insufficient budget to renew or replace all signs when identified by inspection or report. A small budget is provided to Neighbourhood Highways Teams to prioritise \u201cnon-safety defect\u201d signs for replacement.<\/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 some instances, funding will be provided by communities to maintain local signing such as fingerposts.<\/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 the instance of damage relating to a vehicle collision, costs are recovered from insurers if possible.<\/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\">Road Signing (Regulatory)<\/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\">Signs are renewed and replaced as necessary when identified by inspection or report. In the instance of damage relating to a vehicle collision, costs are recovered from insurers if possible.<\/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\">Vehicle Activated Signs<\/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\">Signs are renewed and replaced as necessary when identified by inspection or report. This would be considered against available budgets or communities encouraged to fund in some instances.<\/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 the instance of damage relating to a vehicle collision, costs are recovered from insurers if possible.<\/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-decommissioning-of-the-asset\">4.4 Decommissioning of the asset<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Civil Parking Enforcement inc Pay and Display machines<\/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\">Removal of signing would typically be as a result of a change in Traffic Regulation Order. In some instances, changes may be bought about by new national Legislation.<\/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\">Removal of pay &amp; display asset may be undertaken to reduce maintenance \/ replacement costs along with reducing impact on public realm. As noted, there is a strategy to reduce reliance on this technology and increase use of cashless and app-based services.<\/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\">Road Signs (General)<\/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\">It would be unusual for signing to be removed. In some instances, changes may be bought about by route review to ensure consistency of signing and minimise impact on public realm.&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\">Route reviews are undertaken as financial and staffing resources permit. Sites are identified using local knowledge and will normally be within our A &amp; B road network. The aim of a route review is to look at consistency of signing and remove any redundant signage.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Road Signing (Regulatory)<\/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\">Removal of signing would typically be as a result of a change in Traffic Regulation Order. In some instances, changes may be bought about by new national Legislation.<\/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\">Vehicle Activated Signs<\/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\">It would be unusual for signing to be removed. At time of replacement highway conditions would be considered to ensure the sign is still relevant and budget is available, in some instances communities would be encouraged to fund.<\/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-maintenance-service-standards\">4.5 Maintenance Service Standards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Maintenance Service Standards were developed which define the service of provision for each asset type based on three levels: Safety, Safety and Serviceability or Safety, Serviceability and Sustainability.\u202f These are defined in simple terms of what a road user could expect to see.\u202f This is very useful understanding the level of service in context of what is affordable.\u202f\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/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 pressures on budgets continue and become very restrictive, the ability of the Council to provide a service above that of safety is going to be severely impacted.\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/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 tables below show the maintenance standards for Road Signs on each road category.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\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\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Carriageway Hierarchy<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Road Signs (CPE &amp; Regulatory<\/span><\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">3<\/td><td style=\"background-color: #ffff99\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">4<\/td><td style=\"background-color: #ffff99\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5<\/td><td style=\"background-color: #ffff99\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">6<\/td><td style=\"background-color: #ffff99\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">7-10<\/td><td style=\"background-color: #ffff99\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">11+<\/td><td style=\"background-color: #ffff99\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr style=\"height: 65px\"><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Carriageway Hierarchy<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Road Signs (General)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">3<\/td><td style=\"background-color: #ffd966\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">4<\/td><td style=\"background-color: #ffd966\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5<\/td><td style=\"background-color: #ffd966\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">6<\/td><td style=\"background-color: #ffd966\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">7-10<\/td><td style=\"background-color: #ffd966\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">11+<\/td><td style=\"background-color: #ff5c33;color: #ffffff\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Key<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td style=\"background-color: #68ca68\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Maintenance Standard 1<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Provision of Safety, Serviceability and Sustainability<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td style=\"background-color: #ffff99\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Maintenance Standard 2<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Provision of Safety and intermediate level of Serviceability<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td style=\"background-color: #ffd966\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Maintenance Standard 3<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Provision of Safety and minimal level of Serviceability<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td style=\"background-color: #ff5c33;color: #ffffff\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Maintenance Standard 4<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Provision of Safety only&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:2900,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240,&quot;335559991&quot;:2900}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW116881991 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116881991 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"caption\">Fig.<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116881991 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"caption\">8.1<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116881991 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"caption\">: Maintenance Standards for Road Signs for each Road Category<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW116881991 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<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Road Signs<\/span><\/b><\/td><td style=\"background-color: #ff5c33;color: #ffffff\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Provision of safety related issues only<\/span><\/b><\/td><td style=\"background-color: #ffd966\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Provision of safety and minimal level of serviceability\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/td><td style=\"background-color: #ffff99\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Provision of safety and intermediate level of serviceability<\/span><\/b><\/td><td style=\"background-color: #68ca68\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Provision of safety, serviceability, and sustainability issues<\/span><\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What a road user would see<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Signing safe and looking untidy.<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Signing safe and in fair order.<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Signing safe and in good order.<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">All signing in good order.<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Maintenance standards and activities<\/span><\/b><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Undertake safety inspections and react to defects that represent an immediate or imminent hazard.<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Undertake safety inspections and react to defects that represent an immediate or imminent hazard.<\/span><br><br><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Limited routine maintenance based on hierarchy.<\/span><\/p><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Undertake safety inspections and react to defects that represent an immediate or imminent hazard.\u00a0<\/span> <p>\u00a0<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Risk-based service and specialist inspection prioritising condition led scheduled routine maintenance based on hierarchy.<\/span><\/p><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Undertake safety inspections and react to defects that represent an immediate or imminent hazard.\u00a0<\/span> <p>\u00a0<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Service &amp; specialist inspections of signs and development of a risk-based programme for renewal\/removal based on fit for purpose and condition analysis.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Impact<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">No condition assessment to assess whether fit for purpose leading to increased possibility of failure and potential claims.<\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Limited programme of renewal\/removal based on risk rating.\u00a0<\/span> <p>\u00a0<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Some improvement to asset reducing the likelihood of failure and reducing claim potential.<\/span><\/p><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Limited programme of renewal\/removal based on risk rating.\u00a0<\/span> <p>\u00a0<span style=\"font-family: inherit;font-size: 1rem;font-weight: inherit;color: initial\"> <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">General\u00a0 improvement to asset reducing the likelihood of failure and reducing claim potential.<\/span><\/p><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improvement to asset reducing the likelihood of failure and minimising claim potential.<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW195972393 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW195972393 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"caption\">Fig 8.2: Maintenance Standards for Road Signs<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW195972393 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<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-levels-of-service\">5.1 Levels of Service<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW218898392 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\" data-ccp-charstyle-defn=\"{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;5cba85e4-938c-43a6-a67e-f2443251064b|226&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[469775450,&quot;normaltextrun&quot;,201340122,&quot;1&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,469778129,&quot;normaltextrun&quot;,335572020,&quot;1&quot;,134224900,&quot;false&quot;,201342447,&quot;5&quot;,201342448,&quot;1&quot;,469777841,&quot;Arial&quot;,469777842,&quot;Arial&quot;,469777843,&quot;Calibri&quot;,469777844,&quot;Arial&quot;,469769226,&quot;Arial,Calibri&quot;,335551500,&quot;4278190080&quot;,268442635,&quot;24&quot;,469778324,&quot;Default Paragraph Font&quot;]}\">Levels of Service <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">demonstrate<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\"> the relationship between the Council\u2019s corporate <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">objectives<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">, 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, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">reliable<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\"> and as fit for purpose as possible within the current funding and resource constraints. <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\">Table 8.3 is an extract from the Strategy and shows the<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\">Levels of Service <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\">measures <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\">for<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\">Traffic Signs<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\"> along with <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\">an indication<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\"> of how they relate to the Council\u2019s Levels of Service Statements.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218898392 BCX8\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW218898392 BCX8\" 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><thead><tr><th scope=\"col\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Asset<\/span><\/th><th scope=\"col\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Service<\/span><\/th><th scope=\"col\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Measure<\/span><\/th><th scope=\"col\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Responding to the&nbsp;climate emergency&nbsp;<\/span> <\/th><th scope=\"col\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Be ambitious for children&nbsp;and young people&nbsp;<\/span> <\/th><th scope=\"col\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Support sustainable&nbsp;economic recovery&nbsp;<\/span> <\/th><th scope=\"col\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tackle poverty and inequality&nbsp;<\/span> <\/th><th scope=\"col\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improve health and wellbeing&nbsp;<\/span> <\/th><th scope=\"col\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Help communities to be safe,&nbsp;connected and resilient&nbsp;<\/span> <\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Traffic<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Signs and Road Markings<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Traffic Signs&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Repair or replace any safety signs knocked down or damaged by routine traffic accidents<\/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}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&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}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><td><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&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><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW174582337 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174582337 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"caption\">Fig. 8.3: Levels of Service for Traffic Signs<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW174582337 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<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-2-investment-strategy\">5.2 Investment Strategy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Civil Parking Enforcement inc Pay and Display machines<\/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\">There is currently no <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">investment<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> strategy in place for the renewal of signing due to limited financial resource available. The maintenance of signs is reliant on identification by inspection or report.<\/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 exception is the investment in new Pay and Display machines, approximately \u00a3100,000 per annum is allocated for the replacement of machines on a \u201cworst first\u201d basis. This level of investment remains insufficient to maintain a suitable condition of asset. It is intended to reduce this budget with reduced reliance over the next 5 years on physical infrastructure and increase investment and promotion of cashless options.<\/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\">Road Signs (General)<\/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\">There is currently no investment strategy in place for the renewal of signing due to limited financial resource available. The maintenance of signs is reliant on identification by inspection or report.<\/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\">Road Signing (Regulatory)<\/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\">There is currently no investment strategy in place for the renewal of signing due to limited financial resource available. The maintenance of signs is reliant on identification by inspection or report.<\/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\">Vehicle Activated Signs<\/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\">There is currently no investment strategy in place for the renewal of signing due to limited financial resource available. The maintenance of signs is reliant on identification by inspection or report.<\/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 some instances, communities will fund signing if the site has not been identified as a priority for treatment or budget is not available.<\/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=\"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\">In the case of new assets relating to traffic management schemes or developer projects the programme will be dictated by the availability of budgets (typically on an annual basis) and Member \/ Developer expectation.<\/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\">For other matters relating to maintenance, reports will be considered against available budget and added to programme as appropriate.<\/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\">In the case of new assets relating to traffic management schemes or developer projects the programme will be dictated by the availability of budgets (typically on an annual basis) and Member \/ Developer expectation.<\/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\">For other matters relating to maintenance, works orders are created and provided to contractors to programme efficiently with other works.<\/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 class=\"TextRun SCXW126374039 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW126374039 BCX8\">There is limited scope for optimisation <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW126374039 BCX8\">outside those signs identified as safety defects.<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW126374039 BCX8\">The scope of works exceeds available budgets, forward programme is developed on engineering judgement and with the aim to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW126374039 BCX8\">provide<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW126374039 BCX8\">an equitable<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW126374039 BCX8\"> service across the county focusing on our main conurbations and A&amp;B road network. W<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW126374039 BCX8\">orks orders are created and provided to contractors to programme efficiently with other works.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW126374039 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=\"7-risks\">7. Risks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW34267922 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW34267922 BCX8\">Issues which may prevent asset management <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW34267922 BCX8\">objectives<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW34267922 BCX8\"> being achieved<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW34267922 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW34267922 BCX8\" 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=\"7-1-civil-parking-enforcement-inc-pay-and-display-machines\">7.1 Civil Parking Enforcement inc Pay and Display machines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Limited funding (increasing supply chain costs),<\/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\">Limited inventory, and<\/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\">Vulnerability due to aging machine stock.<\/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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-2-road-signs-general\">7.2 Road Signs (General)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Limited funding (increasing supply chain costs), and<\/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\">No inventory.<\/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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-3-road-signs-regulatory\">7.3 Road Signs (Regulatory)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Limited funding (increasing supply chain costs),<\/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\">Limited inspection regime, and<\/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\">No inventory.<\/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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-4-vehicle-activated-signs\">7.4 Vehicle Activated Signs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Limited funding (increasing supply chain costs),<\/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\">Limited inspection regime, and<\/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\">No inventory.<\/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 Signs and Other Traffic Assets 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<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gathering and maintaining an appropriate inventory of assets (priority to be given to enforceable \u201cmoving traffic\u201d signing),<\/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\">Digitisation of Traffic Regulation Orders relating to regulatory signing,<\/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\">Inspection regime for sites identified for \u201cmoving traffic\u201d enforcement,<\/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\">Investigate capacity within Safety Inspection Team to identify non safety defects to inform future programme \/ investment,<\/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\">Investment in (and promotion of) cashless technology, along with decommissioning of physical pay &amp; display infrastructure, and<\/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\">Monitor and consider needs of future autonomous vehicles.<\/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=\"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 main 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; &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=14280&amp;preview=true\">Continue to Annex 9<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Annex 8 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; Continue to Annex 9 1. 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