Support

Representation ID: 4875

Received: 22/12/2023

Respondent: Burley Parish Meeting

Yes to all - but open up NEW footpaths and public rights of way. If you wanted to walk on foot paths across the county from East to West you cannot succeed without walking along road sides.

Noted. Enhancements to walking and cycling network across the County are identified in the Local Cycling and Walking Improvement Plan and Neighbourhood Plans.

Support

Representation ID: 4883

Received: 22/12/2023

Respondent: Kevin Hawkes

Stretton is cut off from the rest of the County. It requires the already started path / cycle route from GREETHAM to the Ram Jam Completing.
This only requires the last leg completed from the Golf course crossing to the ram jam

This particular section has got to be one of the most dangerous stretches of road in the entire County

Noted. This project is identified both within the Greetham Neighbourhood Plan as a priority and within the IDP as a priority project.

Support

Representation ID: 5122

Received: 03/01/2024

Respondent: Natural England

Natural England is supportive of the inclusion of provision for walking and cycling. We suggest there is a strong link to Green Infrastructure, for example cycle and pedestrian routes should incorporate verges or boundaries of natural habitat and street trees to connect to other habitats and green spaces.

Noted and Agreed.

Support

Representation ID: 5224

Received: 03/01/2024

Respondent: Mr Frank Brett

Supported

Support Noted.

Support

Representation ID: 5670

Received: 05/01/2024

Respondent: Mary Cade

More cycle paths are needed as there are many roads where cyclists are at risk because of traffic speed and volume, and roadwidths. Cross border cooperation to join up and create longer distance cyclepaths/routes is essential in such a small county, since many people work or are educated outside the county, or wish to access trains for commuting or leisure from Stamford. Cycle paths that join the Rutland Water cycle circuit would encourage people to cycle, rather than drive to Rutland Water. Once created cycle paths, like roads, need to be maintained.

Noted. The LCWIP sets out the priority walking and cycling improvements within the County. Cross border cooperation on strategic network planning with Leicestershire and Lincolnshire are also recognised in the LCWIP.

Support

Representation ID: 5900

Received: 07/01/2024

Respondent: Ms Carol Brys

Supported with the caveat that the County Council focus on improving the safety of our village for pedestrians and cyclists. You should be leading by example, and your example is poor.

Noted. Road safety is consistently a priority within the majority of Neighbourhood Plans across the County and where possible enhancements to highways, as well as off road alternative routes have been identified through the Neighbourhood Plans.

Support

Representation ID: 6370

Received: 08/01/2024

Respondent: Mr Chris Read

There is so much opportunity in this county to develop a great network of safe cycling that would benefit so many other policies and objectives in this draft plan. A long term plan to do this and create safe cycling (and walking) routes between towns and villages would make this policy worthwhile.
Currently in many areas, no matter what a developer does to comply with this policy - once outside the development the safe routes will come too an end.

Support noted. Full details of proposed walking and cycling network enhancements are set out in the Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) prepared in August 2023. The LCWIP sets out an evidence-led network plan so that future investment in cycling and walking infrastructure can be informed by a coherent vision of how cycling and walking can contribute to the overall transport strategy for the County. LCWIP's are not a requirement for local authorities, however the adoption of the Rutland LCWIP positions the County well for taking advantage of future active travel funding opportunities or the use of S106 or CIL funding. In early 2024 the County has secured £100k of Active Travel England grant funding and integrated transport capital programme budget from DfT to to progress the desin of priority schemes identified in the LCWIP (Oakham Road and Burley Road).



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Support

Representation ID: 6393

Received: 08/01/2024

Respondent: Mr David Lewis

I support this policy. Cycling and walking are the most sustainable methods of transport. Electric bikes are making cycling a more viable method of transport for large sections of the population. The main barrier to people switching from cars to bikes is concern over safety. Ensuring that the needs of cyclists are addressed in development proposals can play a big part in encouraging more cycling.

Support noted. Full details of proposed walking and cycling network enhancements are set out in the Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) prepared in August 2023.

Object

Representation ID: 6500

Received: 08/01/2024

Respondent: Mr Ron Simpson

While not disagreeing with the thrust of this policy it is vital that the Local Plan acknowledges the updated 20231 census statistics on cycle (5%)/vehicle (95%) ownership in Uppingham and the vital part played by the motor vehicle in the town and local economy.
The draft Plan appears silent on any positive action to address the need for improved vehicular access and parking to support the planned economic growth.

The role of the motor car is noted and forms part of an integrated transport strategy to support the vision and strategic objectives of the new Local Plan. Cars remain a key component of a complementary package of alternative transport modes for the County given the dispersed nature of existing residents and planned growtn and the limitations to the frequency and coverage of a viable public transport service. The transition to electric vehicles is being supported. RCC is working in partnership with Midlands Connect and several local authorities across the Midlands region to install more electric vehicle charge points for public use. This work is being carried out as part of a national Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) project funded by the Government’s Office for Zero Emissions Vehicles (OZEV). Further details on the support the Council is providing for electric vehicles can be found in the Alternative Fuels Plan. Parking standards for residential and non residential settings are covered under Appendix 5 of this Local Plan.

Support

Representation ID: 7456

Received: 08/01/2024

Respondent: Sarah Gresty

Speeding is a major concern for residents in our villages and country lanes. More could be done to encourage healthy active lives, to improve peoples well being and ultimately reducing the drain on the NHS. All Rutland’s facilities seem to be centric on Rutland Water, obviously this is a fantastic assets for cycling but more could be done countywide.

Noted. Full details of proposed walking and cycling network enhancements are set out in the Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) prepared in August 2023

Support

Representation ID: 7471

Received: 07/01/2024

Respondent: Cottesmore Parish Council

Support the aspirations and the approach to new development set out in Policy INF3. However we would strongly object to this if it were to be as far as it goes. We would like much more emphasis on seeking to address the problems that exist for pedestrians and cyclists in many localities across Rutland.
We would like to see Policy INF3 strengthened to demand the identification and use of more creative approaches to the control of road traffic, to focus far more on the safety of pedestrians and cyclists. It should set out challenges to the conventional interpretation of some highway regulations, particularly around traffic and speed signing. Otherwise the aspirations that underpin sustainable transport and travel policies will remain as just that – aspirations without delivering any significant changes or improvements.

Noted. The issues raised are covered outwith the Local Plan under : Moving Rutland Forward (Local Transport Plan (4) for the County (2019-36) sets out a vision to deliver a transport network and services that (a) facilitates delivery of sustainable population and economic growth; (b) meet the needs of our most vulnerable residents; and (c) supports a high level of health and wellbeing (including combating rural isolation). Full details of proposed walking and cycling network enhancements are set out in the Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) prepared in August 2023. The Council also commits through the strategic objectives for the LTP4 to make our roads safer by implementing a safe systems approach to road safety and adopting ‘vision zero’ – through which we will strive to continually reduce the number of deaths and injuries on our County’s roads.

Object

Representation ID: 7476

Received: 05/01/2024

Respondent: The British Horse Society

There appears to be no connection between policies relating to active travel, green and blue infrastructure, open spaces and other obligations of the authority such as the Rights of Way Improvement Plan.
Again, the phrase 'walking and cycling' is exclusive, therefore criteria g. consider the needs of all users through inclusive design is insincere.
Providing sufficient opportunity through connected off-road routes for activity of at least 30 minutes will help to achieve health and wellbeing targets.
Several categories of public rights of way (bridleways, restricted byways and byways) and minor public roads are already shared by cyclists and other user groups. Thus, as a general principle, we believe that, for maximum public benefit and fairness, the reciprocal approach should be implemented, i.e. that new cycle paths should be shared with other user groups unless there is a specific, unresolvable reason not to do so. Designing equestrians into development plans will enhance equestrian access and activity, reaping benefits for safety, health and wellbeing. Monsall Trail in Derbyshire given as good example.

Comments noted. Agreed that all forms of active transport, including equestrian use, should be encouraged. The Local Plan is to be read in conjunction with the Rights of Way Improvement Plan (ROWIP) (2019 -29). This acknowledges that provision for horse riders across the County is unevenly distributed and the network available to them is highly fragmented, making it difficult to make a continuous meaningful route without either using sections of road, or trespassing on footpaths. We acknowledge that horse riders remain concerned about the safety of our roads. Progress with the identified actions within the ROWIP Implementation Plan including better maintenance of unclassified county roads present opportunities to enhance the safety of the existing network.

Support

Representation ID: 7812

Received: 08/01/2024

Respondent: Edith Weston Parish Council

Policy INF3 is welcomed.

Support Noted.

Support

Representation ID: 7971

Received: 08/01/2024

Respondent: Ryhall Parish Council

INF3 Walking & Cycling - Support

Speeding is a major concern for residents in our villages and country lanes. There will be may residents who will not take up this option, unless safety concerns are properly addressed.

Noted. Moving Rutland Forward (Local Transport Plan (4) for the County (2019-36) sets out a vision to deliver a transport network and services that (a) facilitates delivery of sustainable population and economic growth; (b) meet the needs of our most vulnerable residents; and (c) supports a high level of health and wellbeing (including combating rural isolation). Full details of proposed walking and cycling network enhancements are set out in the Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) prepared in August 2023. The Council also commits through the strategic objectives for the LTP4 to make our roads safer by implementing a safe systems approach to road safety and adopting ‘vision zero’ – through which we will strive to continually reduce the number of deaths and injuries on our county’s roads.

Object

Representation ID: 7981

Received: 07/01/2024

Respondent: CPRE Rutland

While new developments might well minimise the need for car use, overall need will increase, as existing
homes and businesses can be expected to continue at their current levels of usage. It is not clear that this is effectively
factored in to overall transport infrastructure requirements.

This falls outside the scope of the Local Plan. The challenges of the future in rural mobility alongside a framework for a bespoke ‘Smart Countryside’ approach across Rutland are recognised, placing need for place-based approaches to mobility. A rural mobility strategy for the County, supported by emerging digital and transport technologies is advocated within the Local Transport Plan (4) to support the well being and inclusivity of residents is at the forefront of decision making. Provision for the private vehicle will remain a key component of this strategy given the dispersed nature of existing residents, planned growth and the limitations in frequency and coverage of a viable public transport service.