Our Transport Mode Hierarchy puts people first and assists in delivering safe, connected streets where healthier active options are more available, and supports the aims of our Active Transport Plan.

The Transport Mode Hierarchy prioritises consideration of people’s movement on our streets in the following order:

1. People walking
2. People using public transport
3. People riding bicycles
4. People using shared mobility or delivering freight
5. People using private vehicles

Examples of how the Transport Mode Hierarchy will be applied when designing our streets include:

• prioritising putting in pedestrian crossings to improve the safety and movement of people who are walking;
• allowing consideration of lower speeds along certain local roads near schools and local centres to reduce the risk of collisions and increase chances of survival for people;
• expanding footpaths along higher pedestrian movement areas;
• linking bicycle networks to promote heathier living and better connections to our surrounding Councils;
• supporting better public transport services; and
• providing accessible ramps for those that require them.