Policy information sourced from the Hertfordshire Waste Development Framework, Waste Core Strategy & Development Management Policies DPD

13: Road Transport & Traffic

New waste related development and the expansion of existing waste management facilities will be permitted where it is clearly demonstrated that the provision for vehicle movement within the site, the access to the site, or the conditions of the local highways network are such that the traffic impacts likely to be generated would not have a significant adverse impact on:

  1. highway safety;
  2. the effective operation of the highway network;
  3. amenity;
  4. human health; and
  5. the historic and natural environment.

In assessing the likely impact of traffic movements, account will be taken of:

  1. any highway improvements;
  2. traffic management; or
  3. other mitigating measures that may be provided in association with the development and included within a design and access statement.

Applicants must demonstrate, by a detailed transport appraisal, that the safest and least environmentally damaging methods of transporting waste are both practically achievable and will be used to minimise road miles and where appropriate, utilise more sustainable modes of transport such as by rail and water.

For more information please see Hertfordshire Waste Development Framework