While this document provides context-specific guidance on street design for Surrey, it builds on existing national guidance including the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), the National Model Design Code (NMDC) and Manual for Streets 1 and 2 and the forthcoming update. It has also learnt from the SCC Local Transport Plan 2022-2032, Transport for London’s (TfL) streetscape guidance and London’s Healthy Streets manual and is in line with the Movement for Change principles shaping the work of Active Travel England and Active Travel Surrey.
This document should be read in parallel with Surrey County Council’s relevant Technical Guidance including the Developers S278/S38 Guidance Notes.