Cycle storage and amenity space design guidance consultation

Overview

Leicester City Council aims to be one of the leading cycle cities across the country. The increase in cycling uptake has benefits to health, the environment and to travel costs. Provision of secure cycle parking is key to achieving this vision, to encourage more people to cycle and increasing security of cycle infrastructure. 

Economically, recent studies show that cycle parking contributes 5 times the retail spend per square metre in comparison to the same area for a car parking space (Department for Transport; The Value of Cycling, 2016). The inclusion of cycle parking in developments uses space more efficiently. 

The proposed cycle storage and design guidance document is designed to provide applicants and developers with advice on the provision of good quality cycle parking. To help with planning approval, proposals should ensure that they are:

• Convenient
• Secure
• Inclusive
• Affordable
• Promote healthy lifestyles

We welcome comments on the guidance document from members of the public and any interest groups.