2000 01-17 Special Called Workshop Meeting

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a. On single, short blocks (300 to 500 ft), a single hump positioned near midpoint is usually sufficient. b. On single blocks of moderate length (500 to 1,000 ft), a two-hump configuration is adequate. c. On long blocks (over 1,000 ft), three or more humps may be necessary. d. On lengthy continuous street segments or for humps provided over a series of blocks, interior humps may be placed 400 to 600 feet apart. e. Traffic humps shall not be located in front of a driveway or within 100 feet of an intersection. 6. Traffic humps should not be located over, or contain, manholes or storm sewer inlets or be located adjacent to fire hydrants. For humps located near drainage inlets the hump should be placed just downstream of the inlet. 7. The advantage of existing or planned street lighting should be considered when determining hump locations. 8. Placement of no-parking signs within 50 feet of traffic humps may be necessary to ensure warning signs are visible. G. TRAFFIC HUMP REMOVAL AND ALTERATION The City Council may authorize removal or alteration of traffic humps. With the exceptions stated herein, the process for traffic hump removal or alteration by residents is the same process for installation. 1. A petition to remove a traffic hump may not be submitted within one year of the installation. 2. The City of La Porte may initiate removal or alteration of traffic humps with final approval by the City Council. H. DESIGN STANDARDS AND PROCEDURES The Director shall prepare and maintain current design standards and installation procedures for traffic humps in accordance with this policy. I. REASSESSMENT The City staff will reassess this Policy on an annual basis for three years from the effective date of adoption of this policy. The first reassessment is due one year after the installation of the first traffic hump under the provisions of this policy.