A controversial decision on reopening a popular Harbourside walking route to cars has been delayed at the last minute. Bristol City Council chiefs are now considering alternative options for the future of Avon Crescent, which has been shut to through-traffic for three years.
Plans to reopen Avon Crescent had caused road safety fears and were opposed by local residents, walking and cycling campaigners and councillors. The development control B committee was originally due to vote on approving the plans on Wednesday, May 10.
But hours before the committee meeting, the council withdrew the planning application. Council staff are now understood to be “making further enquiries” about Avon Crescent, before the future of the road is decided.
