Design and Layout of Highways and Accesses in New Development
8.21 Highway access and parking in new development must provide for safe and efficient movement by pedestrians, vehicles, and cyclists. It should take account of the Hierarchy of Consideration of POLICY GT 4 ‘HIERARCHY OF CONSIDERATION’. Design Bulletin 32 (1992) and the companion guide, ‘Places, Streets and Movement’ (1998), published by HMSO which provides helpful information regarding the layout of residential roads, whilst the former County Council’s Highway Design Guide (1985) is still valid and may provide help for industrial roads. The following Policy will apply:-
Policy BE 5
The Design and Layout of Highways and Accesses
The design and layout of highways and accesses should:-- ensure the safe and free flow of traffic (including provision for cyclists) in the interest of highway safety;
- allow access by public transport where appropriate;
- provide convenient pedestrian routes and connectivity within the site and with its surroundings;
- incorporate traffic calming, and speed management and reduction measures where appropriate;
- provide an attractive environment which respects the local character of the area;
- take account of the Hierarchy of Consideration of POLICY GT 4 ‘HIERARCHY OF CONSIDERATION’; and
- help to reduce opportunities for crime.