This document, commissioned by the UK Government, is aimed at all those involved in the planning, design and construction of new housing developments. It sets out advice on how to build an effective sustainable transport system in new developments, from the planning to the implementation stage. It recommends a variety of transport options to integrate and adopt according to the location and needs of the individual development.

Sustainable transport and planning
In order to influence travel behaviour it is imperative that the future needs of a community are considered and captured through good quality planning before infrastructure is put in place. Destination analysis and planning software will enable developers to predict travel behaviour and trip generation. This should ensure that, from inception to maturity, appropriate sustainable travel choices can be provided both within and beyond Growth Points and Eco-towns.

Opportunities must be taken within the planning process to make cycling, walking and public transport the modes of choice. Theses modes must be made more convenient for the majority of journeys than car usage, in order to promote genuine modal shift. They should be supported by the necessary management and regulatory measures (e.g. Traffic Regulation Orders).

Developer checklist
In the planning process, developers will need to:

• Endeavour to provide a variety of employment opportunities and other community facilities (such as schools, health centres etc) on site. Integration of housing, employment needs and transport facilities is central to both the sustainability of a development and its economic well-being.
• Ensure that Growth Points and Eco-towns are planned to best integrate with existing land-use.
• Consider the location of Growth Points and Eco-towns in terms of their connectivity to large urban areas, major zones of employment, retail/leisure facilities and the existing road and rail network.
• Provide facilities within the development that will reduce the need to travel. These include flexible work/office space within the town and office space/broadband in homes.
• Consult with stakeholders and the general public on plans for the development.

For more information you can download the document from our website:
https://www.nrsdc.com.au/index.php?option=com_docman&task=cat_view&gid=175&&Itemid=238