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This is draft guidance for designing high-quality, people-focused public transport throughout New Zealand. We welcome your feedback.
Bus dimensions and tracking
Critical dimensions and performance characteristics of buses which typically operate in New Zealand.
Corridor clearance
Clearance requirements to support safe public transport operation in our transport corridors.
Bus layover and driver facilities
Guidance related to planning, design, implementation and monitoring for bus layovers and driver facilities.
Getting to and from public transport
First and last mile connections are critical to a viable and enjoyable public transport journey experience.
Bus stop
Guidance for the planning, design and integration of bus stops including the physical stop and associated infrastructure.
Public transport priority and optimisation
Tools to support more efficient and reliable public transport services. Includes bus lanes, signal priority, service design interventions and more.
Battery electric bus charging infrastructure
Key operational and infrastructure considerations to support battery electric bus charging.
Interchanges and stations
Guidance for the planning, design and implementation of public transport interchanges.
Training and capability
Webinars, training courses and other resources to upskill the planning, design and construction sectors.
