Lecture 7 - Transport Planning Flashcards
What is the difference between a Law and Policy?
Law - is a system of rules proposed by a community or country and penalties can be issued if not followed
Policy - a course or principle of action adopted or proposed by an organisation or individual.
Examples of UK laws relating to highways and traffic?
- Highways Act 1980 – highway schemes.
- Traffic Management Act 2004 - was introduced to tackle congestion and disruption on the road network.
- Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 – traffic regulation orders.
- Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016 (TSRGD) – road signs and road markings.
Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) may be introduced for the following reasons:
- Avoidance of danger
- Prevention of damage
- Facilitation of passage
- Prevention of use
- Preservation of character
- Preservation of amenity
- Conservation of air quality
Examples of TROs include:
- Parking restrictions e.g. double yellow lines
- Speed limits
- One-way roads
- Bus lay-bys
- Statutory cycle lanes
Etc…
What is a Section 106?
The requirements of a Section 106 agreement are intended to make a development acceptable, that would otherwise be unacceptable in planning terms, and may take the form of actual works or of a financial contribution towards works to be carried out by others e.g.:
- Highway mitigation works
- Provision of amenities e.g. a school or a health facility
- Improvements to sustainable transport networks and facilities
What is the uk government policy?
The Government is responsible for policy on land use, finance, transport and the major road network.
What is sustainability?
Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
What is accessibility?
Accessibility is the extent to which individuals and households can access day to day services, such as employment, education, healthcare, food stores, leisure and town centres.
What is the National Planning Policy Framework?
The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) sets out the UK government’s planning policies for England and how these are expected to be applied.
Local Planning Authority role
Local Planning Authorities are responsible for preparing development plans and strategies for their area, setting out the local framework for development proposals, planning control and promotion of highway schemes.
