[{"command":"openDialog","selector":"#drupal-modal","settings":null,"data":"\u003Ca href=\u0022\/laqm\/action-planning-resource\/6\u0022 class=\u0022flowchart-modal-link\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EOpen this content in a new window \u00bb\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Carticle data-history-node-id=\u0022428\u0022 role=\u0022article\u0022 about=\u0022\/laqm\/action-planning-resource\/6\u0022 class=\u0022node flowchart-parent flowchart-parent--modal\u0022\u003E\n  \n  \n\n      \n            \u003Cdiv class=\u0022flowchart-parent__body\u0022\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen preparing an air quality action plan, steering groups should initially undertake a provisional evaluation of all possible measures that could improve air quality within their AQMA(s). This provisional evaluation is required to demonstrate that the authority has considered all possible options when developing the plan. The list of all possible measures will be somewhat specific to the AQMA in question and the sources which it is targeting, however, a list of measures commonly considered within action plans can be found in the table below. \u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen developing the initial list of measures for initial evaluation, the steering group should use local knowledge but also information generated by the source apportionment exercise. The aim of the action planning process is to identify and prioritise practicable, feasible and acceptable actions\/measures that have the potential to improve air quality within the AQMA. Importantly, the review of existing local policy should feed into this process, as it may identify measures that are being progressed through ongoing work which could be incorporated or modified to help support the objectives of the air quality action plan.\u003C\/p\u003E\n \n\u003Cp\u003EThe Policy Guidance LAQM.PG(S)(16) states that Air Quality Action Plans must focus on \u2018effective, feasible, proportionate and quantifiable measures\u2019 and provide \u2018evidence that all available options have been considered on the grounds of cost effectiveness and feasibility\u2019.\u003C\/p\u003E\n \n\u003Cp\u003EBy discussing each of the initial list of all possible measures within the steering group and documenting reasons for exclusion or inclusion for further evaluation, it is should be possible to develop an initial short-list of measures for further evaluation.\u003C\/p\u003E\n \n\u003Ch4\u003EExample measures for initial consideration\u003C\/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESome examples of measures that could be considered when  developing an Air Quality Action Plan are provided in the list below, however,  the circumstances of each AQMA are usually site specific and a comprehensive  list of options for consideration within the action plan should be developed by  the Steering Group. \u003C\/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EOptions\u003C\/h3\u003E\n\n\u003Ch4\u003EStrategic Actions\u003C\/h4\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EImproving links with Local Transport Strategy\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EImproving links with Local Planning and Development framework\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESupplementary Planning Guidance\/Air Quality Guidance note for Developers\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EImproved signage \u2013 AQMA signs\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERoad user charging and workplace levy\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Ch4\u003EMove receptors away from AQMA\u003C\/h4\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ERemove homes and businesses\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Ch4\u003EMove sources away from AQMA\u003C\/h4\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ELow Emission Zone\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESelective Vehicle Routing\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERelief Road\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ELocal ban on freight, car or bus traffic\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPedestrianisation\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Ch4\u003EOptimise how sources transit the AQMA\u003C\/h4\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETraffic signal phasing\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EChanges to pedestrian crossings\/bus stops\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EChanges to junction layouts\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESpeed controls\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECommercial deliveries \u2013 loading\/unloading restrictions\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUrban Clearway\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Ch4\u003EReduce the emissions from sources by technical means\u003C\/h4\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EDevelopment of a Local Bus Quality Partnership\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETaxi Quality Partnership\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEncourage Private and Public Operators to pursue cleaner vehicles and abatement\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGreen Procurement (Council) \u2013 Council fleets and contract vehicles\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEco-driving training policy\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFleet\/fuel monitoring\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMonitoring new technology\/fuel additives\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EVehicle emissions testing\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIdling vehicle enforcement\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERetrofitting Council Fleet\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFreight quality partnerships\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDevelopment of infrastructure for cleaner vehicle fuels\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EParking Management and Control\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPlanning conditions policy\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ELobby for additional national policy\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EVehicle scrappage incentives\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Ch4\u003EReduce the emissions from sources by means of encouraging better travel choices\/behavioural change\u003C\/h4\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EProvision of information regarding air quality and travel options\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPromotion of alternative modes (cycling + walking)\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETravel Plans for large institutions and businesses\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERoad use charging and workplace parking levy\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBus lane\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHome Energy Efficiency\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEnvironmental Nuisance (including Bonfires)\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n      \n  \u003C\/article\u003E\n","dialogOptions":{"dialogClass":"flowchart-modal-popup","width":"50%","modal":true,"title":"Consider all available measures"}}]