Object
Local Plan Review: Preferred Approach 2016-2035
Representation ID: 943
Received: 05/02/2019
Respondent: Mr Pieter Montyn
The concept that the effects of new development can be mitigated for in isolation from existing traffic problems is fundamentally flawed.
The problems arising from the already seriously conflicted strategic/local A27, have become so severe (among worst 10% for accidents/ 3rd worst for congestion after 2 sections of the M25), that the PBA mitigation measures will be insignificant by comparison. The PBA concepts have been recycled and found wanting so many times. There is nothing to suggest that will now be different. Road users will look for respite and for a long term solution in vain.
5.16 .'..and the strategic road link between Havant and Eastbourne'
-it is the strategic road link connecting the south with the major south coast ports of Portsmouth and Southampton (major reasons for the HGV volume experienced).
- it is also a local road with long distance and local traffic competing for space.
5.18 ....'discouraging HGVs from using unsuitable roads': the Link Road combined with turning restrictions on the A27 will bring about the opposite.
5.27 behavioural change : Mott McDonald and SYSTRA consider effects on congestion, air quality, travel times, accident rates marginal
5.29 P&R benefits marginal (Mott McDonald and SYSTRA)