The ways in which highways and parking facilities are designed and used will need to be adaptable. Accompanying facilities, such as electric vehicle charging infrastructure and other technology, will need to be incorporated. Different needs must also be addressed through new development. This should include those experiencing disability, older people, and families with young children.

The Greater Manchester Transport Strategy outlines how significant investment in sustainable modes of transport will be essential. It is supported by the related Our Five Year Transport Delivery Plan119 and the Stockport District Local Implementation Plans. These plans set out the immediate and longer-term programme for transport interventions needed to support sustainable growth.

Central government funding and support from developers will be essential for the delivery of some of these transport interventions. It is anticipated that new developments will also help generate the demand for transport services that will make new investments viable.

To strengthen and maintain the integrated transport network, it is essential that new infrastructure manages transport related impacts from construction phase through to operation. Where additional transport infrastructure, facilities, or services are required to ensure development is accessible and to mitigate the impact of a development, developers will be required to provide or fund these. Examples of infrastructure, services, and initiatives could include:

Improvements to walking and cycling networks, including along canals, river valleys and in green spaces;

Off-site parking for cycles, scooters and/or disabled badge holders;

Electric vehicle charging infrastructure;

New and improved public transport infrastructure;

Junction and other highway improvements;

New or improved bus services;

Demand responsive transport services;

Car club vehicles;

Park and ride schemes;

Parking restrictions, residents parking zones or other appropriate schemes;

Travel plan initiatives and monitoring; and

Cycle hire facilities or other micro mobility solutions.