The human version (we wrote this, not the council)
This policy requires development to prioritise walking, cycling and public transport to encourage a shift away from private car use, with sustainable transport made inclusive and accessible to all. Proposals must be in sustainable locations that minimise travel distances and maximise sustainable travel, with safe and convenient links that integrate with existing networks. They must be backed by transport evidence, such as Transport Statements or Assessments and Travel Plans, demonstrating that opportunities for sustainable transport are delivered.
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Policy ID.5
Sustainable Transport Accessibility
In addition to the safeguarding of sustainable transport initiatives set out in Policy
ID.3, development proposals must prioritise walking, cycling and public
transport, to encourage a modal shift away from the private car and ensure
that sustainable transport options are inclusive and accessible to all users having
regard to the infrastructure requirements within the IDS.
A. Requirements
Proposals will be supported where they:
1. Demonstrate that they are in sustainable locations where travel distances can
be minimised, and the use of sustainable travel modes maximised. This means
minimising additional travel demand and where demand is generated, maximising
the use of sustainable travel modes through safe, secure, and convenient public
transport, walking, and cycling links, and ensuring effective integration with
existing infrastructure.
2. Are supported by suitable Transport Statements or Transport Assessment and
Travel Plans or Framework Travel Plans, along with additional supporting
documents as required. These must provide robust evidence that opportunities