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Visibility Splays in Development Design
The Importance of Visibility Splays in Development Design
Inadequate visibility at an access point is one of the most common reasons for planning refusal on highway grounds. Here's what visibility splays are and why they matter.
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Construction Traffic Management Plan
Planning Guidance
What is a Construction Traffic Management Plan (CTMP)?

A CTMP keeps construction traffic safe and disruption to a minimum. We explain what it covers, when it's required, and how transport planners can help.

EV Charging Infrastructure
Sustainable Transport
Why Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Matters for New Developments

EV charging is fast becoming an essential part of modern development design. We look at why it matters for developers and how transport planning fits in.

Understanding Transport Assessments
Planning Guidance
Understanding Transport Assessments: What Every Developer Needs to Know

A transport assessment is often one of the most critical documents in a planning application. Here's what it involves, when you need one, and how to get it right.

S106 Agreements
Planning Law
S106 Agreements Explained: Obligations, Negotiations, and What to Expect

Section 106 agreements can make or break a planning application. We break down what they are and how to navigate negotiations effectively.

Car-Free Developments
Sustainable Transport
Car-Free Developments in London: Planning Considerations and Best Practice

More London developers are opting for car-free schemes. We explore the transport planning implications and how to make the case to your LPA.

Road Safety Audits
Road Safety
Stage 1 to Stage 4: A Complete Guide to Road Safety Audits

Road safety audits are a key part of highway design. This guide walks through each stage and explains what's involved at every step.

Planning Guidance
What Is a Travel Plan and When Does Your Development Need One?

Travel plans are increasingly required by local planning authorities. We explain what they cover and how to develop an effective one.

Planning Appeals
How Transport Evidence Can Win (or Lose) a Planning Appeal

The quality of transport planning evidence can be decisive at appeal. We explain what inspectors look for and how to strengthen your case.

Data & Surveys
Parking Surveys for Planning Applications: Methods, Timing, and Pitfalls

Getting your parking survey right is critical. We walk through the different survey types, when to do them, and common mistakes to avoid.

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