Policy information sourced from Camley Street Neighbourhood Development Plan

CS TR2 - Encouraging Walking and Cycling

Development proposals within the NP area should maximise the quality of walking and cycling conditions by respecting the principles below: Connecting the Network:

Proposals should connect to existing cycle and walking routes and to key areas and assets such as public transport hubs, the Jubilee Greenway and Regent’s Canal tow-path, King’s Cross development and Cedar Way.

Creating an inclusive Network: Proposals should be designed to improve physical accessibility throughout the Neighbourhood Plan Area and remove existing barriers to mobility, particularly for people with physical and learning disabilities and older people. Design measures should include: step free access, use of high quality materials for road surfaces and to provide clear distinctions between pedestrian only footways and cycle and vehicular routes, clear and understandable signage and provision of seating along routes for those who tire easily.

Improving and Upgrading the Network: Existing footway space should be maintained and, where possible, increased as a result of development. Opportunities to enhance the Regents Canal corridor should be explored and pedestrian crossings, particularly along Camley Street, should be upgraded. Proposals should create ‘leisure’ spaces and routes in order to create an enjoyable walking experience that promotes health and well-being.

Creating a Legible Network: Cycle and pedestrian routes should be made clear and legible, through the provision of directional signage (such as Legible London, providing street names and local landmarks), particularly at key entrances into the NP area at Barker Drive/St. Pancras Way, along the tow-path next to The Constitution pub, at the Co-op convenience store and along Camley Street.

Ensuring an Integrated Network: Parking facilities for cyclists should, as a minimum, meet the emerging London Plan standards. Public cycle parking should be integrated within the public realm at key points along the cycle network. Both walking and cycling routes should integrate well within the street scene and minimise conflict with other transport modes. Private cycle storage should be provided in safe, sheltered and secure locations. All non-residential cycle parking areas should also provide adequate levels of changing and showering facilities.

For more information please see the Neighbourhood Plan