Development control policy 1.5 - Bicycle planning

The objectives of this policy to:

• make cycling safer and more convenient through the provision of end-of-trip facilities and by the provision of better cycle route networks
• ensure that the needs of cyclists are recognised and provided for by planning and road construction authorities
• encourage more work, school and shopping trips to be made by bicycle through the provision of more (and better) cycling facilities
• increase the general awareness of the benefits of cycling
• ensure adequate consideration is given to the provision of cycling facilities in planning studies and in the implementation of statutory planning controls.