Object
Solihull Local Plan (Draft Submission) 2020
Representation ID: 14102
Received: 14/12/2020
Respondent: Transport for the West Midlands
Legally compliant? Yes
Sound? Not specified
Duty to co-operate? Yes
Need to ensure walking and cycling infrastructure is integral to new development.
Include separate Walking and Cycling Policy to state:
- All new development planned and constructed with walking and cycling as primary means of local access;
- Fully integrate new development with existing walking and cycling infrastructure, and public transport network
- State how new site infrastructure will be included in Solihull's LCWIPs
- Walking and cycling routes should be safe, attractive, direct and navigable, with dedicated separate space for pedestrians and cyclists wherever possible
- Green infrastructure such as canals and parkways should be used to enhance opportunities for walking and cycling.
See Attached Letter and Representation Form.