Comment
Greater Cambridge Local Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 57978
Received: 12/12/2021
Respondent: Mr Daniel Lister
The plan should take a realistic view on the high hurdle required to achieve a modal shift away from private car use. A large investment is required in active travel routes and public transport alternatives before they become desirable to use by the majority of people. Just limiting parking on new estates only causes problems and tension amongst residents rather than forcing them to give up their second cars. Safe and permeable cycle infrastructure and joined up public transport is required.
The plan should take a realistic view on the high hurdle required to achieve a modal shift away from private car use. A large investment is required in active travel routes and public transport alternatives before they become desirable to use by the majority of people. Just limiting parking on new estates only causes problems and tension amongst residents rather than forcing them to give up their second cars. Safe and permeable cycle infrastructure and joined up public transport is required.