✨ Traffic Control Devices
NEW ZEALAND GAZETTE, No. 54 — 25 MAY 2017
a. Enable the installation of directional cycle traffic signal displays that incorporate an arrow in the same signal aspect with the cycle symbol, as an alternative to the requirements for traffic signal displays in 6.3(1)(a), 6.4(1) and Schedule 3 of the Rule;
b. evaluate the safety and effectiveness of traffic signal displays that allow cyclists on the same approach to an intersection to move in different directions at different times; and
c. assess cyclists’ and other road users’ understanding of and compliance with traffic signals that control directional movement of cyclists at intersections with cycle traffic signals.
Schedule 2—Form and layout of directional cycle traffic signals
a. Each red, yellow and green directional cycle traffic signal display must comprise a cycle symbol above an arrow to indicate the controlled movement;
b. directional cycle traffic signal displays must be at least 200mm diameter;
c. the sequence of directional cycle traffic signals must comply with 6.4(3) of the Rule;
d. the operation of the signals must comply with clauses 6.4(4)–6.4(8) of the Rule; and
e. directional cycle traffic signals may only be installed at an intersection in conjunction with standard displays of traffic signals for vehicles.
Note: The example directional cycle traffic signal display is conceptual only and is not intended to be the design standard used for the trial.
Schedule 3—Location
The locations approved for this trial are:
| Road Controlling Authority | Location |
|---|---|
| Auckland Transport | Beach Road and Te Taou Crescent intersection |
| Auckland Transport | Nelson Street and Victoria Street intersection |
| Christchurch City Council | Antigua Street and St Asaph Street intersection |
| Christchurch City Council | High Street, Madras Street and St Asaph Street intersection |
Schedule 4—Period of trial
The trial may begin after 1 July 2017 and, unless terminated earlier, must end by 30 June 2019.
Schedule 5—Evaluation
An evaluation and analysis must be undertaken and reports prepared as described in the trial application dated February 2017, received from the Christchurch City Council. The evaluation must include:
a. Measurement of cyclists’ compliance with the directional cycle signals;
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