What will this policy do?-
This policy will set out how the development of delivery hubs should be considered, and how development proposals should provide space for servicing, storage and deliveries.
Proposed policy direction-
We propose to seek opportunities to reduce the number of freight and servicing vehicles and their environmental impact on , particularly at peak times, while promoting movement of freight by rail and sustainable transport modes.
We propose to support development/enhancement and safeguarding of local delivery hubs that help consolidate deliveries into Cambridge and reduce vehicle traffic, where they accord with other policies in the plan, provided they do not cause unacceptable impacts on ’s strategic road networks, and:
- reduce road danger, noise and emissions from freight trips
- enable sustainable last-mile movements, including by cycle and electric vehicle
- deliver mode shift from road to rail where possible (without adversely impacting existing or planned passenger services).
We propose to require development to facilitate safe, clean, and efficient deliveries and servicing. Provision of adequate space for servicing, storage and deliveries should be made off-street, with on-street loading bays only used where this is not possible.