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3.2.10 Bus standing facilities are therefore as important as bus stops for the smooth
operation of the bus network in Barking Town Centre. The number of stands
required is related to the amount and frequency of bus routes. Future growth in
the town centre bus network may therefore require provision of additional bus
standing facilities in the Station Masterplan area. The Council will work with
Transport for London to decide where this provision should be best located during
the lifetime of the SPD.
Cars
3.2.11 Limited provision will be made outside the station for pick up/drop off. A car club
already operates in the town centre and developments will be expected to
consider the provision of car club bays. Given the excellent accessibility of the
area (PTAL 6) schemes also have the potential to be car-free. Electrical vehicle
charging points should be provided, where viable, within any new or enhanced
parking provision.
Taxis
3.2.12 The proposals as part of the improvements to Barking Station Forecourt (BS2)
include the relocation of the taxi lay-by to Wakering Road. Two bays will remain
at the front of the station; these will also act as an accessible drop off point and
loading bay. The re-provision of the majority of the taxi lay-by to Wakering Road
will not only reduce pedestrian, vehicle conflict on Station Parade but will also
provide a complimentary service to the proposed hotel development at site
allocation BS5.
Barking Town Centre Transport Model
3.2.13 Transport for London and the Council have developed a transport model of the
Barking Town Centre area. The VISSIM micro simulation traffic model is available
to developers as a resource to test the transport impact of schemes proposed in
the town centre area. The model will provide the Council with a consistent basis
for assessing Transport Assessments and allow for a cumulative impact
assessment approach. Transport for London (TfL) sub-regional models (highway
and public transport) can also be utilised for testing the impact of large
developments on the highway and public transport networks.
Planning Policy Reference
Core Strategy
CM4: Transport Links
Barking Town Centre Area Action Plan
BTC7: Improving Public Transport
BTC8: Traffic Management / Abbey Road Home Zone
BTC9: Town Centre Car Club
BTC10: Pedestrian Movement
BTC11: Cycling Facilities
BTC12: Off-Street Public Car Parking
Borough Wide Policies
BR9: Parking
BR10: Sustainable Transport
BR11: Walking and Cycling
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