Transport assessments will normally be required if your proposed  development will impact the transportation system in the surrounding  area. The transport assessment (TA) will need to accompany your planning  application.For example if your development includes a change of  use; or extensions to places of worship, educational buildings and  community facilities, then a TA may be required.What information should be included in a transport assessment?
A transport assessment should include the following information:

• a description and analysis of the existing transport conditions
• details  of the expected (economic, environmental and social) impact of the  proposed development on the local transportation system
• details of the proposed approach to limit the expected impact of the proposed development on the local transportation system
• details  of existing and proposed journeys to and from the proposed development  site by all modes of transport (both vehicular and pedestrian)
• a construction management plan
• a  travel plan outlining the measures that will be put in place to improve  access to public transport and reduce the need for parking at the  proposed development site
• details of proposed loading areas,  arrangements for manoeuvring, servicing and parking should cross  reference any scale drawings and plans

The scope of the  transport assessment should reflect the size of the proposed development  and the extent of the expected implications on the transport system.Contact our members to assist you with your transport assessments
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For further information visit Guidance on Transport Assessment