Policy information sourced from the Hertsmere Local Plan Core Strategy
CS24 Development and accessibility to services and employment
The Council will work towards Hertfordshire County Council’s vision of providing a safe, efficient and affordable transport system that allows access for all to everyday facilities.
To obtain the best use of the existing highway network, major trip generating development should be focused principally on Transport Development Areas and town centres, as indicated on the Key Diagram. Major developments will only be permitted where:
- it does not conflict with the Transport Objectives of the Hertfordshire Local Transport Plan (as amended);
- it is accompanied by a suitable Travel Plan (where required by the Hertfordshire Local Transport Plan (as amended)), prepared in accordance with guidance set out in the Parking Standards Supplementary Planning Document and DfT guidance on preparing travel plans;
- it is in accordance with Hertfordshire County Council guidance and relevant Local Plan (as amended) policies relating to the operation of the Highways network and the achievement of vehicular, pedestrian and equestrian safety;
- it contributes, where required, to the provision or funding of new infrastructure or improved public transport services and non-motorised routes; and
- the cumulative impact on the highways network can be adequately mitigated.
For more information please see the Hertsmere Core Strategy