Guidance

Active Travel England: sustainable development advice notes

How planning applications should be considered when Active Travel England does not undertake a detailed assessment of development proposals.

Applies to England

Documents

Standing advice note: active travel and sustainable development

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Standing advice note: active travel and sustainable development for planning applications in London

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Details

These standing advice notes provide guidance for local planning authorities on how planning applications should be considered when Active Travel England (ATE) will not undertake a detailed assessment of development proposals.

Two advice notes have been produced to reflect the different considerations that apply within and outside of London.

When making a planning application assessment, you should also refer to:

Published 3 July 2023