Transport Planning Insights
Expert commentary, planning updates, and project insights from the Fotom Consulting team.
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Transport and highway matters are among the most frequent reasons applications are delayed or refused. How transport influences the decision, and how to strengthen your case.
A Travel Plan sets out how people will travel to and from a development once it is occupied. We explain when one is required, what it contains and how it is monitored.
A TIA shows how a development's traffic can be accommodated on the surrounding network. We explain what it covers, when one is needed, and when a Transport Statement will do.
From site due diligence to swept path analysis — four transport considerations that shape whether a development is practical, affordable and likely to gain approval.
From the NPPF and Town and Country Planning Act to the Highways Act and CDM Regulations — a practical guide to the legislation shaping development in England.
Transport is often the last matter a developer turns to and the first a highway authority asks about. Three considerations worth settling before you submit.
From active travel and EV charging to Mobility as a Service, the transport landscape is shifting fast. Here's what developers need to know.
Transport planning is often a fundamental part of the planning process. We explain what it involves, when it's required, and how it supports a successful application.
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.
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 is fast becoming an essential part of modern development design. We look at why it matters for developers and how transport planning fits in.
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.
Section 106 agreements can make or break a planning application. We break down what they are and how to navigate negotiations effectively.
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 are a key part of highway design. This guide walks through each stage and explains what's involved at every step.
Travel plans are increasingly required by local planning authorities. We explain what they cover and how to develop an effective one.
The quality of transport planning evidence can be decisive at appeal. We explain what inspectors look for and how to strengthen your case.
Getting your parking survey right is critical. We walk through the different survey types, when to do them, and common mistakes to avoid.
