Environmental quality integration through land use and transport planning

The LDP will also seek to improve environmental quality, including air and water quality, through the integration of land use planning and transport, promotion of sustainable travel modes and the provision of a network of green and blue infrastructure. The council has prepared more detailed reports, strategies and guidance on environmental quality, including in connection with air quality, noise and contaminated land, and these should inform new development proposals. Pre-application discussions should also be used to identify the particular issues relating to environmental protection that are relevant to each development site.