Can I drive to and from my property during the works?
If your property is within the work zone for a particular night, vehicle access will continue to be permitted for residents whose driveways are located within the works area. Access to and from these properties will be managed under escort by the site team to ensure it can be carried out safely. Please be aware that there may be delays while works are ongoing.
Where possible, access requirements should be arranged in advance by emailing [email protected]. This will help the site team plan access safely and minimise any delays.
Residents whose properties are within the works area but do not have private driveways should park outside the closure during the working hours, as vehicle access through the active works zone will not be permitted.
For safety reasons, all access arrangements will be managed by the site team and may be subject to short delays while construction activities are taking place.
What if I need to leave home during the night for work or an emergency?
If you need to leave or return to your property during the overnight works, residents whose driveways are located within the works area will still be permitted vehicle access to and from their properties. Access will be managed by the site team and, depending on the activities being undertaken at the time, short delays may be experienced.
To help avoid potential delays, we recommend that residents who anticipate needing vehicle access during the overnight works park outside the closed section where possible before the road closure comes into effect.
Please note that all on-street parking bays within the closed section will be suspended for the duration of the works and must be kept clear to allow the works to be undertaken safely and efficiently.
Pedestrian access will be maintained wherever possible.
Emergency service access will be maintained at all times. In the event of an emergency, emergency vehicles will be escorted safely through the works area as required.
Can carers, district nurses, taxis and visitors still access properties within the closure? Vehicle access through the active works area will not be possible while works are taking place each night. This means carers, healthcare professionals, taxis and visitors may be unable to reach properties located within the live work zone during working hours.
Residents expecting essential visits are advised to make arrangements in advance where possible and ensure any vehicles requiring overnight access are parked outside the works area before the road closure comes into effect.
Who should I speak to if I have special access requirements? Access should be arranged in advance of the works by contacting [email protected]. You will need to provide your name, address, vehicle details and times and dates when access will be required.
Businesses
Will local businesses remain open during the works?
Local businesses will remain open throughout the project. However, businesses located within the active works area will not be accessible by vehicle during working hours. Customers, staff and deliveries should therefore plan accordingly and use parking available outside the works area before continuing their journey on foot. Pedestrian access will be maintained wherever possible. Businesses Open As Usual signs will be installed at hard closure points, and outside the immediate construction zone area during the working period.
Will deliveries to businesses still be possible?
Businesses can remain open throughout the works; however, deliveries to properties located within the active works area may be affected during working hours when the road is closed. Where possible, deliveries should be scheduled outside of the overnight closure period or alternative arrangements made in advance.
Parking
Where should I park if my usual parking space falls within the work area?
If your usual parking space is located within the active works area, please note that no on-street parking will be permitted within the closed section for the duration of the works. All vehicles must be removed from the affected area before works commence each evening.
Residents with private driveways within the works area will still be permitted vehicle access to and from their properties under the management of the site team. However, depending on the activities being undertaken, delays are likely and access may need to be temporarily held to ensure it can be carried out safely.
If you anticipate making multiple journeys during the overnight works, we recommend parking outside the signed road closure and parking restriction extents where possible to avoid potential delays.
How much notice will residents receive before parking restrictions are introduced?
Details of the restrictions will be communicated through this webpage local information signs and on-site signage. In addition, ‘No Parking’ cones and restriction signs will be placed in advance of each phase to clearly indicate the areas affected and when restrictions will apply. We kindly ask residents to check the signage regularly and move any vehicles from the restricted areas before works commence each evening to help us complete the works safely and efficiently
What happens if a vehicle is left within the works area?
Vehicles must not be parked within the signed works area during the overnight closures. Any vehicle left within the work zone may prevent the works from being carried out safely and could result in delays to the programme.
Where possible, we will attempt to contact and locate the vehicle owner to arrange for the vehicle to be moved.
We therefore ask all residents and visitors to move their vehicles to an alternative parking location outside the works area before the parking restrictions come into effect each evening. Parking restrictions will be clearly indicated through advance signage and No Parking cones.
Noise and disruption
Which activities are likely to be the noisiest? The noisiest activities are typically those associated with removing the existing road surface, adjusting or replacing ironwork such as manhole covers and drainage grates, and laying the new surfacing material. These operations require the use of specialist heavy plant and machinery and may generate increased noise levels.
We understand that overnight works can be disruptive and we will do what we can to minimise noise impacts on nearby residents. Wherever possible, the noisiest operations will be completed by 11:00pm. However, this does not mean there will be no noise after this time, as construction activities will continue throughout the overnight working period. We will continue to make every effort to keep noise and disruption to a minimum while completing these essential works safely and efficiently.
Will reversing alarms and heavy machinery be used overnight? Heavy machinery will be used throughout the overnight works, including equipment required for surfacing, excavation, ironwork adjustments and road-marking activities.
Vehicles and plant operating within the works area may also use reversing alarms. These are an essential safety feature designed to protect roadworkers and members of the public by warning when vehicles are manoeuvring.
While we will take reasonable steps to minimise noise wherever possible, some noise associated with construction activities and safety equipment is unavoidable during works of this nature.
All site contractors will be briefed on working considerately and will receive a Being a Good Neighbour toolbox talk to ensure noise disruption is minimised by completing the noisiest operations by 11pm, switching engines off whenever possible, turning off directional noise indicators in between activities if possible, keeping drop heights to a minimum and will be traveling at reduced speeds.
Road users
Why is a full road closure necessary?
A full road closure is required to allow the works to be carried out safely and efficiently. The nature of the resurfacing works involves large construction vehicles, specialist machinery and operatives working across the full width of the carriageway. This means there is insufficient space to safely maintain traffic through the works area while construction activities are underway.
By using overnight road closures, we can complete the works in fewer shifts, helping to minimise the overall duration of disruption to residents, businesses and road users.
The works have been programmed using three specific work zones to reduce the overall impact.
Why can’t the works be completed during the day?
Carrying out the works during the day would result in significantly greater disruption to residents, businesses and road users due to the higher traffic volumes on the A985 through Rosyth.
By undertaking the works overnight, when traffic levels are lower, we can safely complete the resurfacing and associated ironwork improvements while reducing the impact on journey times and helping to maintain access to local businesses during normal trading hours.
Construction programme
What happens if bad weather causes delays?
The programme has been carefully planned; however, some activities are weather dependent and may need to be postponed if conditions are unsuitable for carrying out the works safely or to the required quality standard.
Should adverse weather result in delays, the programme may be adjusted and any changes will be communicated through this webpage and local information signs.
When was the road last resurfaced? The road was last resurfaced in 2011. The main reason for the planned works is to address the reduction in microtexture (road surface grip) identified through routine monitoring of the road network.
Microtexture naturally reduces over time as the road surface wears, particularly affecting grip in wet conditions. The resurfacing works will improve the road surface and help maintain safe driving conditions for road users.
How long is the new road surface expected to last? The new road surface is expected to have a service life of approximately 15 to 20 years, although this will depend on factors such as traffic levels, weather conditions and general wear over time.
The new surfacing will provide improved grip for vehicles, particularly in wet conditions, helping to maintain road safety and provide a durable surface for years to come.
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