Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)·Page 215·Policy TRAN 1

Active travel – walking and cycling policy

Development proposals for major residential, jobs, shopping, leisure, services, and educational uses must provide safe and convenient walking and cycling access, secure cycle parking, and links to existing networks and public transport.

Planning permission will be granted for development proposals providing major residential, jobs, shopping, leisure and services including educational and community uses which take account of the needs of walkers and cyclists. In such cases provision of the following will be required: a. Safe and convenient walking and cycle access; b. Safe, convenient and secure cycle parking having regard to the DfI's published standards; and c. Safe, accessible and convenient walking and cycle links to existing or programmed networks and public transport services where they adjoin the development site. In addition major employment generating development will be required to make appropriate provision for shower and changing facilities.

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