Object
Solihull Local Plan (Draft Submission) 2020
Representation ID: 14133
Received: 14/12/2020
Respondent: Transport for the West Midlands
Legally compliant? Yes
Sound? Not specified
Duty to co-operate? Yes
- Support reference to Transport Assessments & Travel Plans for all new development, but should do more than mitigate highway issues, need to also enable walking, cycling & public transport usage & deliver high quality, attractive, liveable and sustainable environments.
- Recommend using and referring to WMCA's Design Charter, which promotes good design initiatives and quality place-making in region.
- All Transport Assessment/Transport Statements/Travel Plans should be fully required for all new development; ensuring good walking, cycling and public transport usage and support in the delivery of high quality, attractive, liveable and sustainable environments.
- Policy P8 should note importance of WMCA's Design Charter.
See Attached Letter and Representation Form.