Expertly Crafted Travel Plans for Sustainable Development

Travel Plans (including for BREEAM accreditation), post-inauguration monitoring and sustainable travel target review

A Travel Plan is a strategic framework designed to promote sustainable transportation choices and reduce reliance on private vehicles. Whether for residential developments, office buildings, schools, retail centres, or other land uses, a well-structured Travel Plan makes sustainable travel options more accessible, convenient, and appealing.

By encouraging walking, cycling, public transport, and car-sharing, a Travel Plan helps to:

  • Reduce traffic congestion

  • Improve air quality and lower carbon emissions

  • Enhance accessibility for all users

  • Support healthier lifestyles through active travel options

  • Comply with planning regulations and sustainability targets

  • The Role of Travel Plans in Development Proposals

A Travel Plan is an integral part of the planning process, ensuring that new developments incorporate sustainable travel solutions. According to the UK Government’s National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF):

“All developments which generate significant amounts of movement should be required to provide a Travel Plan.”

This means that developers must demonstrate how they will minimize transport impacts while maximizing accessibility through sustainable travel initiatives. A well-prepared Travel Plan benefits not only developers but also local authorities, businesses, and the wider community by fostering a more efficient and environmentally friendly transport system.

Key Elements of a Travel Plan

A comprehensive Travel Plan typically includes:

  • Walking & Cycling Initiatives – Provision of safe and convenient pedestrian routes, cycle parking, and incentives to encourage active travel.

  • Public Transport Integration – Ensuring easy access to buses, trains, or trams, along with travel information and subsidies.

  • Car-Reduction Strategies – Car-sharing schemes, electric vehicle (EV) charging points, and parking management policies.

  • Monitoring & Management – Ongoing assessment of the plan’s effectiveness, with periodic reviews and updates.

Expert Travel Plan Services

At Transport & Traffic Consultancy, we specialize in creating tailored Travel Plans that align with planning requirements and sustainability objectives. Our experienced team works closely with developers, businesses, and local authorities to design and implement practical, results-driven transport strategies.

Whether you need a Travel Plan for a new development, an existing site, or as part of a planning application, we provide expert guidance and support throughout the process.

📞 Contact us today to find out how we can help develop a Travel Plan that meets your needs while supporting sustainable transport solutions.

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