An alternative proposal has been developed in response to community safety concerns that have been brought to the attention of the Northern Beaches Council, Roads and Maritime Services and NSW Police.

In the interests of safety for both pedestrian's and drivers this proposal seeks to restrict access to the road network. This would be executed via Council issuing two types of permits:

1. Vehicle use on Scotland Island only
2. Vehicle providing service on Scotland Island

The ability for Council to issue these permits are subject to the creation of a Traffic Management Plan, and are required under Section 116 of the Roads Act 1993.