Policy information sourced from The Waltham Forest Blackhorse Lane Area Action Plan

BHL12 Transport

A) Major new developments will be required to:

  • incorporate a network of streets designed for all users, that prioritises pedestrians, cyclists, and public transport users, following the guidance in the Urban Design Framework;
  • incorporate appropriate traffic calming measures within the street network to encourage pedestrian and cycle permeability and discourage rat-running by vehicles;
  • consider access to shops and services and public transport accessibility to inform the density of new developments;
  • take opportunities to enhance pedestrian and cycle access to the Lee Valley Regional Park and Walthamstow Wetlands including the proposed extension to the National Cycle Network (NCN) Route 1 between Lockwood Way and Coppermill Lane;
  • accord with the maximum car parking and minimum cycle parking standards set out in Appendix 4 of the Development Management Policies DPD;
  • make a financial contribution towards proposed improvements to pedestrian crossings at the Standard Junction and/or other sustainable transport projects in the area;
  • provide and comply with a Travel Plan in order to minimise private car use and harmful emissions, whilst also meeting the operational and servicing needs of the development;
  • secure adequate provision for buses and taxis to meet the needs of the proposed development, which may include financial contributions.

B) On sites within easy walking distance of Blackhorse Road Station, car free developments will be encouraged.

C) The Council will support in principle other sustainable transport measures that encourage a modal shift including; the removal of unnecessary street clutter, new secure cycle parking at public transport hubs, road narrowing and pavement widening, Home Zones and DIY streets, Advance Stop Lanes, Greenways and the introduction of bus priority measures.

D) The Council will work in partnership with the Greater London Authority , Transport for London, London Legacy Development Corporation , and the Lee Valley Regional Park Authority to explore opportunities for improved sustainable transport up the east side of the Lee Valley, drawing together a string of development clusters and enhanced leisure activities.

For more information please see the Area Action Plan