Comment
Issues and Options for the Ipswich Local Plan Review
Representation ID: 24983
Received: 25/10/2017
Respondent: Northern Fringe Protection Group
A northern relief road to accommodate the IGS development and ease current congestion. Road improvements to alleviate the existing congestion in the town centre. Deliver IGS SPD infrastructure requirements. Cross-boundary Transport Assessments for the draft Local Plans. No further development if it increases congestion, or worsens air quality, without appropriate remedial measures. Enforce planning conditions about transport infrastructure/travel plans. Better sequencing of traffic lights and pedestrian crossings. A roadworks permit system. Specific walking/cycling measures e.g. improving cross-town cycling infrastructure. Allow cars to use bus lanes outside peak times. Reinstate Norwich Rd Park and Ride. Assess the viability of direct cross-town bus routes. Improve Westerfield Railway Station and the Ipswich-Felixstowe line. Assess the viability of a further station at Futura Park.
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