The Transportation Consultancy contributes to Award-winning Social Housing Development

The Transportation Consultancy (‘ttc’) is delighted to have contributed to the 2024 LABC Building Excellence Award-winning project, ‘Pond House, Thornton Heath’ in Croydon, which won the award for “Best Small Social Housing Development.

‘ttc’ were instructed by Building Associates Limited to prepare a Travel Plan to successfully discharge planning conditions in respect of the development proposals at the site which involved demolition of the existing public house and construction a 5-story mixed-use development with retail/business space on the ground floor, 20 residential units, and basement storage and parking.

The scope of the Travel Plan included:

• Review of National and Local Transport Policies in regard to travel planning
• Identify existing sustainable transport network including; Public Transport, Walking and Cycling and establish the current and future PTAL rating for the site
• Set out the vehicle and cycle parking situation
• Determine modal split and modal shift targets
• Outline sustainable measures to achieve modal shift
• Determine monitoring and implementation
• Preparation of an Action Plan

Why a travel plan was essential for this project

In this project, developing a robust Travel Plan was essential not only for meeting planning requirements but also for supporting the broader goals of the development. Encouraging sustainable, safe, and accessible transport options plays a key role in fostering healthy, thriving communities. By helping users shift their travel habits towards more sustainable modes of transport, Travel Plans can significantly reduce the reliance on private car journeys, leading to a host of benefits. These include reduced congestion, improved air quality, and environmental gains, as well as promoting active lifestyles, enhancing public health, and offering cost savings and better accessibility for all.

The successful development will be operated by Hexagon Housing Association to provide much needed high quality affordable homes in south London. ‘ttc’ were proud to also work along sde the rest of the project team, Prime Building Consultants Limited, Hexagon Housing Association and 3DReid Ltd.

Need a Travel Plan for your next project?

Looking for help with your Travel Plan or need to successfully discharge a planning condition? We have a wealth of experience in preparing Residential Travel Plans, Workplace Travel Plans, School Travel Plans and BREEAM Travel Plans and have many active roles as Travel Plan Coordinator (TPC) for a number of sites across the UK.

Get in touch with us today, and let us help you achieve your project goals.