Perth and Kinross Council is set to introduce a series of traffic calming measures in villages to mitigate the anticipated increase in traffic following the opening of Destiny Bridge and the New Kingsway.
The measures, devised in conjunction with community representatives and local Elected Members, aim to reduce vehicle speeds within each village and deter unnecessary commercial traffic along certain routes.
The work will be completed in phases, starting with the installation of ramps across the main roads at the entrances to the villages of Abernyte, Balbeggie, Burrelton/Woodside, Guildtown, and Meigle.
This work is scheduled to take place throughout March, ahead of the new road's opening.
The Council will monitor vehicle speeds and consult with each community before deciding on the installation of additional ramps or speed cushions within the villages.
In addition, the 20mph speed limits in the centres of Burrelton, Coupar Angus, Meigle, and Scone will be extended to cover all residential streets, aligning with other communities in the area.
Further measures will include the installation of Puffin crossings and electronic vehicle-activated signs in communities currently lacking these safety features. The Council will continue to assess and prioritise future road safety projects in consultation with local elected members and community councils.
Councillor Eric Drysdale, Convener of Perth and Kinross Council's Economy and Infrastructure Committee said: "The opening of Destiny Bridge and New Kingsway will make a huge difference to traffic flow and reduce journey times but will lead to a rise in traffic in some areas.
"We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents. These traffic calming measures are essential to manage the expected increase in traffic and to maintain the quality of life in our villages.
"We will work closely with the communities to monitor the effectiveness of these measures and make any necessary adjustments."
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