How we're providing for walking and cycling
We plan for walking and cycling by:
- working with, and providing guidance to, local government to achieve integrated walking and cycling networks
- working with, and providing guidance to, local government to plan for walking and cycling networks that are most appropriate for a region
- seeking consistency between local and regional cycling strategies, and the relevant regional land transport strategies and plans
- encouraging the development of model communities, which address congestion through creating user-friendly environments for walking and cycling
- addressing walking and cycling requirements in our:
- integrated transport planning
- funding priorities
- state highways strategies - they need to be consistent with agreed walking and cycling strategies
- planning for cyclists and pedestrians on state highways that represent engineering best practice, quality urban design and value for money.
Tailored solutions
Providing cycling and walking facilities is not a one-size-fits-all approach. The solution we develop for a particular location depends on:
- the surrounding land use - existing and planned
- the transport corridor type and function
- safety issues
- the numbers and specific needs of cyclists and pedestrians
- the local priorities and the approach taken by other relevant stakeholders.
Find out more
For guidance on planning walking and cycling facilities on state highways and local roads see:
- Pedestrian planning and design guide
- Economic appraisal of local walking and cycling routes (PDF, 102 KB) (external link)
- Pedestrian planning and design guide – additional resources
- Cycle network and route planning guide
- New Zealand walking and cycling strategies – best practice
- New Zealand walking and cycling strategy stocktake
- Cycle counting in New Zealand
- Continuous cycle counting trial
- State highway planning policy manual
- The NZ supplement to the Austroads guide to traffic engineering - part 4 bicycles
- Neighbourhood accessibility plans (NAP)
- Guide to undertaking community street reviews
Contact your nearest office to speak to our walking, cycling and motorcycling champions.
