Project Objectives:
To undertake a Traffic Impact Assessment and produce a Proof Of Evidence (called a “Precognition” in Scotland and Annexes were called “Productions”); to represent David Lloyd Leisure and attend as Expert Witness at a Planning Inquiry.
Client:
David Lloyd Leisure
Location:
The Gyle, Edinburgh
Design Project completed:
1996
Background:
- Existing playing fields
- Proposed David Lloyd Tennis Centre
- Planning Permission had been refused by City of Edinburgh Council
Project Description:
A Planning Application for a David Lloyd Tennis Centre (10600 sq m) had been refused by City of Edinburgh Council, on the grounds of Traffic Attraction. A successful argument was constructed, undertaking comparison surveys with other DLL sites throughut the UK. We showed that the likely trips would add approximately 0.8% to traffic levels on the A8 Gyle Road. We also showed that the proposed junction improvements would ensure adequate capacity and safety, notwithstanding the recently introduced “Greenways” Bus Lane Scheme.