Bus Stop Design Guide
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| BUS STOP DESIGN GUIDE 8. CARRIAGEWAY INFRASTRUCTURE FOR BUS STOPS BUS LAY-BYS 8.14 Bus lay-bys can present inbuilt problems for buses in that • Many existing lay-bys are built to dimensions that do not allow buses to stop close to the kerbside and do not accommodate all modern bus types • Bus drivers experience delays rejoining the traffic stream from the lay-by and can be reluctant to make proper use of them and, • They are often used by motorists seeking a parking space, thereby frustrating proper use by buses. 8.15 For these reasons bus lay-bys are generally not recommended for typical urban streets with ab 30mphb (or less) speed limit. Different considerations apply to trunk roads and rural areas where higher traffic speed makes it desirable to move the bus out of the main traffic stream in the interests of road safety. Bus lay-bys may also be justified at stops where buses maybe stationary for longer than usual, such as terminal points for the bus service or for specific journeys e.g. routes accommodating schools. 8.16 Where problems have been experienced such as those described in point 8.13 or where other safety issues arise, consideration should be given to having the lay-by removed or remodelled to upgraded dimensions as funding becomes available. 59 |