Transport affects each and every one of us. It influences where we live, work, shop, enjoy leisure pursuits and where our children are educated. It also has a major impact on the environment.
In 1999 Hampshire County Council and Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council, in partnership with key stakeholders in the local community, jointly prepared the Basingstoke Environmental Strategy for Transport (BEST). The document provides a framework to address the future transport needs of Basingstoke and the surrounding area in a sustainable way, taking a long-term view up to 25 years ahead.
The guiding principles of BEST will co-ordinate the future development and transport policy key decisions of both Councils and guide the investment plans of our two authorities, local businesses, property developers and public transport operators.
BEST will bring forward and influence proposals for:
- Public Transport
- Walking
- Cycling
- Road Safety
- Roads and Traffic
- Car Parking
- Freight movement
- Planning and the Environment
- Public involvement and Travel Awareness
The full version of BEST can be downloaded below
For further information relating to planning obligations and contributions to transport improvements associated with building developments in the borough please follow the link Section 106 Planning obligations