Integrated Transport Plan

An Integrated Transport Plan is a strategic document designed to coordinate the diverse types or modes of transport (such as private vehicles, buses, trains, cycling and walking) and ensure they work together efficiently to meet the needs of those that live, work and visit City of Prospect.

Integrated transport refers to a system where multiple modes of transportation - such as buses, trains, cycling, and walking - are efficiently interconnected to function as a cohesive network. This ensures seamless, door-to-door travel for individuals, groups and families, enhancing overall mobility and accessibility.

As City of Prospect continues to grow, we're slowly experiencing the effects of this growth on our transport network, with more people and vehicles on our streets and roads and increasing competition for parking spaces.

To address these changes and challenges, Council is developing an Integrated Transport Plan that will deliver a cohesive transport network catering for our growing community by improving accessibility, reducing congestion, enhancing safety and encourage sustainable travel options. This will ensure that our community can continue to work, live, and play in City of Prospect.

The development of the Integrated Transport Plan will include data collection, community and stakeholder consultation and engagement, analysis of current and future transportation needs, and the formulation of strategies and actions to address our community’s issues and aspirations regarding transport and accessibility, creating a cohesive transport network for all users.

The Integrated Transport Plan will contain a clear vision and objectives, an analysis of the current transport system, predictions of future demand across various transportation modes (like public transport, cycling, and walking), and a 10-year action plan for implementation. Additionally, it will also address safety and accessibility for all users and consider the integration of technology to enhance services.

The Integrated Transport Plan will provide a long-term framework for creating a safe, accessible, and sustainable transport system, tailored to meet the community's needs now and in the future. This means improved mobility options, reduced congestion, and a focus on environmentally friendly transport solutions that enhance your daily travel experience.

The Integrated Transport Plan will take into consideration anticipated future demand and include strategies to accommodate growth and emerging trends.

The Integrated Transport Plan will investigate ways to reduce traffic congestion by improving access to public transport, upgrading infrastructure to make it easier and safer to walk and cycle around the city and identify ways to implement smart traffic management solutions.

The Integrated Transport Plan will investigate parking demand and identify solutions to reduce the parking pressure in the heavily impacted areas throughout the city. In some instances, the ITP may recommend more detailed site-specific investigations to determine the best solution.

Council is aiming to have the first draft of the Integrated Transport Plan completed by April 2024, with the final draft completed and endorsed by the Council in June 2025.

Integrated Transport Plans are typically reviewed and updated every 5 to 10 years. This regular review cycle allows Council to address emerging priorities and adapt to changing needs, technological advancements, and evolving transportation trends.

The feedback we received from our community and key stakeholders throughout the Phase 1 consultation period has helped us to identify issues and opportunities for improvement. This information will then be used to inform the draft vision, themes, strategies and action plans, which will be released for community consultation and stakeholder engagement, as part of the second stage of consultation.

Improved transport options resulting in better accessibility and connectivity can often make an area more desirable, potentially increasing property values.