Construction Logistics Plan Guidance PDF

Construction Logistics Plan Guidance
July 2017 - v3.0

Thank you to the following for their contribution and support in the creation of
this document.
CLP guidance
Introduction This CLP Guidance will help to ensure that TfL requirements
are met and that planning applications can be reviewed
CLP GUIDANCE
The purpose of this Construction Logistics Plan (CLP) and assessed comprehensively. The guidance is designed CLP introduction
guidance is to ensure that CLPs of high quality are produced to integrate with all activity undertaken throughout the
Policy
to minimise the impact of construction logistics on the road planning process and construction programme.
network. Well-planned construction logistics will reduce: Writing a CLP
What is a CLP?
• Environmental impact: Lower vehicle emissions and Planned measures
A CLP is an important management tool for planners,
noise levels
developers and construction contractors. The CLP focuses Glossary
• Road risk: Improving the safety of road users
specifically on construction supply chains and how
• Congestion: Reduced vehicle trips, particularly in peak
their impact on the road network can be reduced. The
periods
construction supply chain covers all movements of goods,
• Cost: Efficient working practices and reduced deliveries
waste and servicing activity to and from site.
The guidance deals specifically with the construction
A CLP differs from a Construction Management Plan (CMP)
logistics element of the planning permission process
or Construction and Environmental Management Plan
and aims to support local borough guidance on CLPs and
(CEMP) in that CLPs are developed earlier in the planning
Transport Assessments (TAs).
process and focus specifically on logistics. The information
This guidance aims to: and planned measures identified in the CLP can also be
included in the CMP or CEMP.
• Establish a standardised approach to assessing the CLP
element of planning applications How to use this guidance
• Inform developers of the technical requirements of CLPs
This interactive pdf has been designed to be used
• Describe the Planned Measures that should be considered
electronically. The links on the right-hand side and top of
within a CLP
this page allow the reader to navigate through the guidance.
• Provide detail on the implementation and monitoring of
Where appropriate links and cross references are provided.
CLPs
The document can also be printed but will lose some
• Introduce the concept of Community Considerations and
functionality.
their relevance to the CLP process
For any questions on the guidance please contact:
A well-prepared CLP ensures that construction logistics is
Freight@tfl.gov.uk.
considered during the planning permission process.
CLP introduction Policy Writing a CLP Planned measures
CLP introduction
Introduction to CLPs A CLP provides the framework for understanding and

managing construction vehicle activity into and out of a
CLP GUIDANCE
The construction phase of a development will have proposed development. A full assessment of all phases of CLP introduction
environmental, safety and congestion impacts on the construction should be included and detail:
Planning permission process
road network. It will also have impacts on the surrounding
• The amount of construction traffic generated
community. The impacts can vary depending on the size, Outline & Detailed CLPs
• The routes the construction vehicles will use and
timescale and location of the development and, for larger
consideration of local impacts CLPs & the planning process
developments that may take many years to construct, the
• The impact on relevant Community Considerations
construction phase can have a greater impact than the Who is involved?
• Any traffic management that will be in place
operational phase.
There are two types of CLPs that may be required: Accreditation
This guidance uses the umbrella term ‘Community
Considerations’ to address the main concerns faced by Outline CLP accompanies the planning application and gives Policy
construction logistics activities, particularly at the local the planning authority an overview of the expected logistics Writing a CLP
level. Such activity can have a significant impact on the activity during the construction programme.
surrounding community especially when residential areas Planned measures
and/or facilities like schools, hospitals, health centres, Detailed CLP is submitted to a planning authority at the
community centres, sports facilities, transport hubs, Cycle post-granted discharge of conditions stage and provides Glossary
Super Highways, etc are located near the work site. the planning authority with the detail of the logistics
activity expected during the construction programme.
CLP introduction Planning permission process
Planning permission process CLP GUIDANCE

These include, amongst others:
Local Planning Authorities (LPA) are responsible for CLP introduction
approving planning applications. As the CLP typically forms • The CLP policies of the Local Plan (if any) Planning permission process
part of a planning application, LPAs are also responsible • The TfL CLP Guidance (this guidance)
for approving the CLP. For applications where TfL has an • The scale of the proposed development and its potential Outline & Detailed CLPs
interest, TfL will provide comments to the LPA. for construction impacts
CLPs & the planning process
• Community considerations
LPAs must make a judgement on a case by case basis as to
• Programme and the duration of scheduled works Who is involved?
whether a development proposal will generate significant
• Impact on other priorities/strategies (such as promoting
impacts on the road network. For illustrative purposes, Accreditation
walking and cycling)
the table below shows the level of impact and the
• The cumulative impacts of multiple developments within
corresponding level of development associated with that Policy
a particular area
impact level.
Writing a CLP
Referable applications are those considered to have
Community Considerations will also affect the level of
potential strategic importance to London. They are Planned measures
anticipated impact. This table is indicative and the actual
automatically considered to be high impact developments.
level of impact could be higher or lower depending on a Glossary
For information on referable applications and TfL’s pre-
number of considerations.
application service, see the Mayor of London’s website.
Level of Impact
Considerations Low Medium High
Approximate construction
< £2m > £2m > £23m
cost
Community Considerations Low Medium High
100+ residential units or creation/

All developments falling outside of 10+ residential units or creation/change of
Size change of use of 10,000+ m2
‘High’ and ‘Medium’ definitions use of 1,000+ m floorspace
2
floorspace
CLP introduction Outline & Detailed CLPs
Outline and Detailed CLPs For medium impact developments, the Outline CLP only
needs to contain details that are available at the planning
CLP GUIDANCE
There are two stages in the planning process when drafting stage of development. For high impact developments, CLP introduction
a CLP: additional details are required with input from a
construction logistics specialist.
1. The Outline CLP is written during the planning and design
Outline & Detailed CLPs
stage and is submitted with the planning application. The planned measures that are committed to in the Outline
CLP will be written into the Section 106 agreement with CLPs & the planning process
2. The Detailed CLP is written during the pre-construction/ reference to the Detailed CLP which will be produced prior
construction stage and is implemented and monitored to construction. Who is involved?
throughout the construction programme.
Detailed CLPs are extensive plans that are required to Accreditation
The requirements for CLPs differ depending on the level be produced for medium and high impact sites. They are
of impact the development is expected to have. As shown Policy
produced during the pre-construction stage and need to be
in the table below, developments deemed to have a low updated throughout construction. An up to date CLP should Writing a CLP
impact are not required to produce a CLP, although to be maintained as a live document throughout construction.
produce one would be best practice. Medium and high Detailed CLPs are a requirement as a condition of the Planned measures
impact developments need an Outline CLP and a Detailed planning approval. Updating the CLP will be covered in Glossary
CLP. more detail in the implementing, monitoring and updating
Outline CLPs are required during the planning approval section of this guidance.
stage for medium and high impact developments. As
detailed design has likely not occurred and a contractor has
likely not been commissioned at this stage, the Outline CLP
will contain fewer details than the Detailed CLP.
Level of impact
Planning stage Low Medium High
No CLP required
Planning approval Outline CLP Outline CLP
No CLP required
Pre-construction Detailed CLP Detailed CLP
CLP introduction CLPs & the planning process
CLPs and the planning process CLP GUIDANCE
The two stages are shown below with the activities that CLP introduction
typically occur during each stage. Depending on the
circumstances of certain projects, the activities shown
below may not occur in the order specified. Outline & Detailed CLPs
CLPs & the planning process
Who is involved?
Planning / design stage Pre-construction / Construction stage
Accreditation
Policy
Writing a CLP
Pre-planning Outline CLP Planning Contractor Detailed CLP Construction Planned measures
meeting completed submission / procured / completed and begins
Glossary
approval appointed approved
Determine if the Outline CLP drafted Commitments made Contractor drafts Planning condition CLP is implemented
development is as part of planning in the Outline CLP the Detailed satisfied and and monitored
low, medium or documentation. must become part CLP and aids construction is throughout
high impact. If low, of the construction the developer in able to proceed. construction.
no CLP is required. methodology. determining if the Commitments made
If medium or high, proposed measures in the Detailed CLP
a CLP must be are able to be must become part
produced. implemented. of the construction
methodology.
CLP introduction Who is involved?
Who is involved? Logistics operators provide haulage services to the

construction industry. They are responsible for abiding by
CLP GUIDANCE
Local Planning Authorities (LPA) are responsible for the measures outlined in the CLP. CLP introduction
reviewing and approving the Outline and the Detailed
Transport for London is the local government body Planning permission process
CLP. LPAs are also responsible for ensuring construction
responsible for transport in London. They are the authors
is carried out according to the terms of the CLP. They will Outline & Detailed CLPs
of this guidance and are responsible for reviewing planning
respond to complaints raised by the community and follow
applications that are deemed to have a significant impact on CLPs & the planning process
them up with the developer.
the transport network.
Developers hold overall responsibility for the management Who is involved?
of the development. They are responsible for agreeing Accreditation
the terms of the CLP and ensuring that their contractors
conform with the agreed measures. Policy
Planning specialists typically write the Outline CLP for Writing a CLP
planning approval. They are responsible for working with the
Planned measures
developer and local authority planners to help define which
planned measures can be agreed at the planning stage. Glossary
Contractors typically write the Detailed CLPs which

reflect the actual plans for the construction of the
site. Contractors are responsible for the day-to-day
management of the construction site. They are responsible
for ensuring that the CLP and the agreed Planned Measures
are implemented on the site.
CLP introduction Accreditation
Accreditation Practitioner CLP GUIDANCE
To support all parties involved in the preparation and Those who also attend the second training day will acquire CLP introduction
assessment of CLPs, TfL have developed two one-day Practitioner status. Completion of the Foundation training is
training courses. These courses have been designed a prerequisite for those who wish to obtain the Practitioner
specifically to support individuals from any organisation. qualification. Completion of the Practitioner training will Outline & Detailed CLPs
provide an understanding of:
Foundation CLPs & the planning process
Those who attend the Foundation training will leave with an • The CLP review stages
Who is involved?
understanding of; • How the CLP may be tailored to align with the 6 phases of
construction Accreditation
• The new CLP requirements and their relevance • How to utilise the CLP Tool
• The context of freight and construction in London • How to implement planned measures through CLP Policy
• The complexity of construction and construction logistics development Writing a CLP
• The purpose of CLPs and the benefits they offer • How to review and re-assess the CLP
• The CLP planning process • How to justify and implement changes to CLPs Planned measures
• The different roles of those involved in the production
Glossary
and approval of CLPs Successful completion of Practitioner training will earn
• CLP structure and content attendees the Construction Logistics Planning Practitioner
• Community Considerations Certificate.
• Planned Measures
• The standardised approach to development of a CLP
Successful completion of Foundation training will earn

attendees the Construction Logistics Planning Foundation
Certificate.
Policy
Policy CLP GUIDANCE

The Mayor’s Transport Strategy (MTS) (2010)
This section explains why CLPs are used in planning and CLP introduction
The MTS promotes the use of CLPs that are ‘focused on the
outlines the key national and London strategic planning
design and construction phases of premises, supporting and Policy
policies.
improving the efficiency and sustainability of construction
Writing a CLP
National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) supply chains. They are seen as key to encouraging modal
The NPPF promotes the use of sustainable transport shift for large-scale developments.’ – MTS 2010, p.259 Planned measures
throughout the UK, safe road design, and the efficient and
Local Planning Authority policy Glossary
sustainable delivery of goods and supplies.
Local authorities have a statutory responsibility to minimise
The NPPF sets out the long term strategy for spatial
disruption to nearby residents and the local economy
sustainable development.
during the construction stage of a development. This is
Traffic Management Act (2004) captured in a range of statutory requirements and best
Part 2 of the Traffic Management Act sets out the practice guidance, some of which apply to the planning
responsibility of local authorities to manage traffic process. An element of these requirements includes
networks within their geographical area of responsibility. producing CLPs as part of a suite of plans designed to
This includes efficient use of the network and the ensure sustainable development.
requirement to take measures to avoid contributing to
Opportunity Area Planning Framework (OAPF) areas
traffic congestion. Part 5 outlines the responsibility of local
development requirement
authorities in Greater London to manage the strategic route
There are a significant number of OAPFs in London, plus
network. This includes TfL’s role to manage certain areas of
areas where extensive development is expected in line with
the Greater London route network.
the objectives of the London Plan. CLPs can be effective at
The London Plan (2011) significantly reducing construction transport movements in
and around OAPF developments as they can cover multiple
The London Plan makes specific reference to CLPs as a way sites, and should be considered as part of the OAPF
of making more efficient use of the road network. Chapter process. In these areas of high construction activity, the
6 of the London Plan (policies 6.3 and 6.14) encourages use of freight consolidation is more likely to be considered
developers to submit CLPs and consider freight. CLPs are and can be effective at reducing the overall impact of
secured for applications which are referable to the Mayor, construction activity.
where there are construction impacts. In addition, they
are encouraged on all other applications where there are
construction issues.
Writing a CLP
Writing a CLP CLP GUIDANCE
The following structure is used when preparing both the CLP introduction
Outline CLP and Detailed CLP.
Policy
This section of the guidance describes the details required
Writing a CLP
in each CLP. It is split into two sections: Outline CLP and
Detailed CLP. Within these sections, the strategies to Outline CLP
reduce impacts section differentiates between medium and
high impact developments. Detailed CLP
1. Introduction Planned measures

2. Context, considerations and challenges Glossary
3. Construction programme and methodology
4. Vehicle routing and site access
5. Strategies to reduce impacts
6. Estimated vehicle movements
7. Implementing, monitoring and updating
The CLP toolkit includes this guidance, a Construction
Logistics Planning Tool (CLP Tool) spreadsheet and a CLP
template to help ensure consistency across CLPs (See
Appendix A).
Please click Outline CLP or Detailed CLP below to select
the correct guidance.
Outline CLP Detailed CLP

Writing a CLP Outline CLP Introduction
Outline CLP - Introduction CLP GUIDANCE
The introduction should provide high level information CLP introduction

including the developer name, the existing site location
Policy
and land use and a summary of works. The individual
responsible for preparing the CLP must be identified in this Writing a CLP
section and on the title page of the CLP, as shown in the
CLP Template (See Appendix A). The individual responsible Outline CLP
for approving the CLP must also be identified in this Introduction
section.
Context, considerations & challenges
The following information should also be included, under
these headings: Construction programme & methodology
• Objectives of the CLP Vehicle routing & site access

• Site context
Strategies to reduce impacts
• Development proposals
• CLP structure Estimated vehicle movements
Implementing, monitoring & updating
Planned measures
Glossary
Writing a CLP Outline CLP Context, considerations & challenges
Outline CLP - Context, This chapter should also include three clearly legible maps
that show the current context of the site. The three maps
CLP GUIDANCE
considerations and challenges should include the following details: CLP introduction
This section describes the current situation on and around Regional plan with a scale smaller than 1:15,000 showing: Policy
the site. It should briefly describe the relevant local
Community Considerations and land uses that may have an • The location of the work site(s) in the context of main Writing a CLP
impact on construction. roads, routes, water ways, railways and other key
Outline CLP
infrastructure
Relevant infrastructure owners and operators (i.e. Network • Freight delivery infrastructure (e.g. consolidation centres) Introduction
Rail, TfL, National Grid etc.) should be consulted if the
construction is expected to have an impact on their assets. Local context plan with a scale of between 1:2,000 and Context, considerations & challenges
1:3,000 showing:
The headings in this sections are described in more detail in Construction programme & methodology
the CLP template (see Appendix A) and must include: • The location of the site in the context of surrounding
Vehicle routing & site access
roads, footways, cycle routes and other infrastructure
• Policy • Potential marshalling areas Strategies to reduce impacts
• Plans • Freight delivery infrastructure (e.g. consolidation centres)
• Local access including highways, public transport, cycling • Community considerations Estimated vehicle movements
and walking
• Community Considerations Site boundary plan with a scale of between 1:500 and
1:1,000 showing: Planned measures
• The local context of the area with a fine level of detail (OS Glossary
data) as currently provisioned highlighting the extent of
footways, other buildings, cycle lanes and road markings
• Community considerations
Please see examples of these maps in Appendix B.

Writing a CLP Outline CLP Construction programme & methodology
Outline CLP - Construction Infrastructure Phases: CLP GUIDANCE
programme and methodology 1. Site establishment, clearance and alterations – Includes CLP introduction
establishing welfare accommodation, clearing the site of
This section outlines the construction programme and the Policy
debris and existing buildings and alterations to existing
methodology. The CLP Tool should be used to generate a
infrastructure (e.g. utilities). Writing a CLP
construction programme diagram to be accompanied by an
2. Excavation and foundations – Typically includes
explanatory narrative (see Appendix A). The construction Outline CLP
removing excavated material from the site and
methodology must be described for the duration of the
excavating the basement. As the basement is being
development using the following six phases of construction, Introduction
dug, piling is required to form the basement walls and
Phases for Buildings and Infrastructure projects have been
structural footings. Context, considerations & challenges
identified.
3. Sub-structure – Below ground works include foundations
and basement walls. Plant installation can also occur. Construction programme & methodology
Buildings Phases:
4. Super-structure – Includes the above ground structural Vehicle routing & site access
1. Site setup and demolition – Includes establishing welfare elements of the infrastructure.
accommodation, demolishing existing buildings and 5. Services and systems installation – Infrastructure Strategies to reduce impacts
clearing the site of debris. projects typically have extensive and complex systems.
2. Basement excavation and piling – Typically includes Estimated vehicle movements
These can include mechanical, electrical and plumbing
removing excavated material from the site and (MEP) systems, but also specialised systems (e.g. Implementing, monitoring & updating
excavating the basement. As the basement is being signalling, electrical, water).
dug, piling is required to form the basement walls and 6. Fit-out, testing and commissioning – Includes all Planned measures
structural footings of the building. mechanical, electrical, and plumbing installation and Glossary
3. Sub-structure – Below ground works include foundations testing of newly installed systems.
and basement walls. Plant installation can also occur.
4. Super-structure – Above ground works including the
structural elements of the building including floors.
5. Cladding – Cladding includes the external elements of
the building including the façade, roof and glazing.
6. Fit-out, testing and commissioning – This stage includes
all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing installation and
testing of newly installed systems.
Writing a CLP Outline CLP Construction programme & methodology
Outline CLP - Construction CLP GUIDANCE
programme and methodology CLP introduction
Medium impact site Policy
For developments with a medium impact, the overall Writing a CLP

programme will need to be identified including the start of
Outline CLP
demolition/enabling works and the peak period of activity.
Introduction
High impact site
For developments with a high impact, the pre-contract
engagement of a contractor or construction logistics expert Construction programme & methodology
is suggested to ensure the Outline CLP is as accurate and
realistic as possible. The programme for the works should Vehicle routing & site access
be defined, including start and end dates for each phase of
construction and a description of how works are expected
to occur during each phases. Estimated vehicle movements
Planned measures
Glossary
Writing a CLP Outline CLP Vehicle routing & site access
Outline CLP - Vehicle routing and Site plan with a scale of between 1:500 and 1:1,000
CLP GUIDANCE
site access showing: CLP introduction
This section consists of maps and associated text • Local access to the site Policy
describing the vehicle routing and site access plans. The • Hoarding lines with site access gates (vehicle, pedestrian
Writing a CLP
plans should be marked up versions of the plans included to and cyclist)
illustrate the sites, context considerations and challenges. • Pedestrian and cycle access and routes both into and on Outline CLP
The plans at the three difference scales should include site
those items listed below. • Changes to highway (including footway and road closures) Introduction
• Vehicle routing to site (including swept paths) Context, considerations & challenges
Regional plan with a scale smaller than 1:15,000 showing: • Vehicle pit lanes, marshalling and loading areas
• Strategic roads that are likely to be used to access the site • Vehicle routing on to and within the site (including swept Construction programme & methodology
• Freight delivery infrastructure (e.g. consolidation centres). paths)
• Crane location(s)
Local context plan with a scale of between 1:2,000 and • Potential areas of conflict and traffic marshal locations Strategies to reduce impacts
1:3,000 showing: • Parking (vehicle and cycle), loading and unloading
arrangements. Estimated vehicle movements
• Local area routing including turn back routes • Community Considerations
• Local access roads required to be used for the last stages
of a journey to site. Specific access routes on the local Medium impact sites require a single plan showing the Planned measures
roads should be identified. The connection to/from local typical site layout.
roads to the strategic road network should also be shown Glossary
• Routes that are off-limits to site traffic High impact sites require multiple plans showing the site
• Freight delivery infrastructure (e.g. consolidation centres). layout during the different phases of construction.
• Community Considerations Examples of these maps can be found in Appendix B.
Writing a CLP Outline CLP Strategies to reduce impacts
Outline CLP - Strategies to reduce Proposed – indicates a measure that is feasible and
should be studied further to determine its practicality. If a
CLP GUIDANCE
impacts measure is not feasible, the CLP should contain justification CLP introduction
and evidence as to why it has been rejected. Proposed
This section describes measures that can be implemented Policy
measures should be discussed with potential contractors
to ensure the CLP is effective in achieving the aims of
during the procurement stage with a view to including them Writing a CLP
reducing environmental impact, road risk, congestion and
in the contract and agreeing to them in the Detailed CLP.
cost. Outline CLP
Considered – indicates a measure that is not currently
Planned measures are specific techniques that are agreed Introduction
relevant but may be in the future. These measures should
to through the planning process. Planned measures need to
be proposed if suitable, but the CLP does not need to
be SMART (Specific, Measurable, Agreed, Realistic, Timely), Context, considerations & challenges
mention them if they are not appropriate.
easily interpreted, implemented and monitored. They are
Construction programme & methodology
agreed in outline during planning permission process and The suggested requirements differ slightly depending
the detail is defined prior to starting construction activities. on the impact of the site. The tables in the links below Vehicle routing & site access
represent the baseline measures that are expected to be
The measures are categorised as follows: Strategies to reduce impacts
committed to. Any deviation from these will need to be
Committed - indicates a measure that will be implemented justified in the CLP. Estimated vehicle movements
as part of the CLP, secured through the Section 106
agreement. These measures should be included in
any tendering documents for the contract to build the Click here for the strategies to reduce impact for: Planned measures
development. If the developer’s contractors do not
comply with these requirements, it will be classified as a Glossary
material breach of their contract and could lead to them Medium impact site High impact site
being refused access to the site. It is the developer’s
responsibility to ensure their requirements are part of
the main contractor and subcontractor contracts. The
main contractor is responsible for ensuring that all sub-
contractors conform to these contractual requirements.
Outline CLP - Planned measures for Medium impact site CLP GUIDANCE
a medium impact site Planned Measures Checklist Committed Proposed Considered CLP introduction
A medium impact site should consider the following Measures influencing construction vehicles and deliveries
Policy
planned measures in the Outline CLP: Safety and environmental standards
X Writing a CLP
and programmes
The following planned measures should be committed to:
Adherence to designated routes X Outline CLP
• Safety and environmental standards and programmes
• Adherence to designated routes Delivery scheduling X Introduction
Re-timing for out of peak deliveries X
The following planned measures should be proposed for Context, considerations & challenges
Re-timing for out of hours deliveries X
further study/detail:
• Delivery scheduling Use of holding areas and vehicle call
X
off areas
• Re-timing for out of peak deliveries Vehicle routing & site access
• Re-timing for out of hours deliveries Use of logistics and consolidation
X
centres Strategies to reduce impacts
• Use of holding and vehicle call off areas
• Use of logistics and consolidation centres Measures to encourage sustainable freight
Estimated vehicle movements
• Smart procurement Freight by Water* X
• Implement a staff travel plan Freight by Rail* X
The following planned measures should be considered if Material procurement measures Planned measures
circumstances change: DfMA and off-site manufacture X
Glossary
• Freight by Water Re-use of material on site X
• Freight by Rail Smart procurement X
• Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) and off-site
Other measures
manufacture
• Collaboration with other sites in the area. Collaboration with other sites in the
X
area
• Re-use of material on site
Implement a staff travel plan X
* If site, logistics and consolidation centre, or holding area are near to the foreshore of a navigable water-way
or rail freight siding.
Outline CLP - Planned measures for High impact site CLP GUIDANCE
a high impact site Planned Measures Checklist Committed Proposed Considered CLP introduction
A high impact site should consider the following planned Measures influencing construction vehicles and deliveries Policy
measures in the Outline CLP: Safety and environmental standards
X
and programmes Writing a CLP
The following planned measures should be committed to: Adherence to designated routes X Outline CLP
• Adherence to designated routes Delivery scheduling X
Introduction
• Delivery scheduling Re-timing for out of peak deliveries X
• Collaboration with other sites in the area Context, considerations & challenges
• Implement a staff travel plan
Use of holding areas and vehicle call
X
The following planned measures must be proposed for off areas
further study/detail: Use of logistics and consolidation
X
centres
• Re-timing for out of peak deliveries Strategies to reduce impacts
• Re-timing for out of hours deliveries Measures to encourage sustainable freight
• Use of holding and vehicle call off areas Freight by Water* X
• Use of logistics and consolidation centres Implementing, monitoring & updating
Freight by Rail* X
• Freight by Water
• Freight by Rail Material procurement measures Planned measures
• Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) and off-site DfMA and off-site manufacture X Glossary
manufacture
Re-use of material on site X
• Re-use of material on site
• Smart procurement Smart procurement X
The following planned measures should be considered if Other measures
circumstances change: Collaboration with other sites in the

X
area
• n/a.
Writing a CLP Outline CLP Estimated vehicle movements
Outline CLP - Estimated vehicle CLP GUIDANCE
movements CLP introduction
As part of the Outline CLP, the number of trips associated Policy

with the construction of the development should be
Writing a CLP
estimated. This estimate will vary based on the type
of construction, the programme and the phasing of Outline CLP
construction.
Introduction
The applicant will use their own methods to develop an
initial estimate of the number of vehicles arriving on site Context, considerations & challenges
during each of the six phases of construction. The data
presented in the CLP should, for consistency, be
submitted as the CLP Tool. This information will be Vehicle routing & site access
important for target-setting and measuring actual road
activity. Vehicle movement numbers provided must be Strategies to reduce impacts
realistic and proportionate to the size of the development. Estimated vehicle movements
As part of the estimation exercise, the size of any vehicle Implementing, monitoring & updating
holding areas and capacity of any vehicle unloading points
should also be reported. The peak number of vehicles Planned measures
arriving on site should never exceed the site’s capacity to
Glossary
accommodate said vehicles.
Writing a CLP Outline CLP Implementing, monitoring & updating
Outline CLP - Implementing, Breaches and complaints CLP GUIDANCE
monitoring and updating • Community concerns about construction activities CLP introduction
• Vehicle routing
The Outline CLP should include a description of how the • Unacceptable queuing Policy
CLP will be implemented, monitored and updated. Although • Unacceptable parking
Writing a CLP
many details and defined strategies will be unavailable • Compliance with safety and environmental standards and
at the planning stage, the intention and output of the programmes Outline CLP
implementation, monitoring and updating strategy should • Low Emissions Zone (LEZ) compliance
be reported. This section should include the following: • Anti-idling Introduction
• The job title of the people responsible for approving and Safety Context, considerations & challenges
implementing the CLP
• Description of the contractor’s handbook • Logistics-related incidents
• Description of the driver’s handbook • Record of associated fatalities and serious injuries Vehicle routing & site access
• Data that will be collected • Methods staff are travelling to site
• Vehicles and operators not meeting safety requirements Strategies to reduce impacts
The data collected should include:
Number of vehicle movements to site
• Total
Planned measures
• By vehicle type/size
• Time spent on site Glossary
• Origin and destination of vehicles arriving at or leaving site
• Delivery/collection accuracy compared to schedule
Writing a CLP Detailed CLP Introduction
Detailed CLP - Introduction CLP GUIDANCE
The introduction should provide information about the CLP introduction

development and the construction including:
Policy
• Site location and use
Writing a CLP
• Developer name
• Name and contact information of individual responsible Detailed CLP
for preparing the CLP
• Name and contact information of individual responsible Introduction
for approving the CLP Context, considerations & challenges
• Site contact details (in hours)
• Site contact details (out of hours) Construction programme & methodology
• Summary of works
• Hours of operation
• Scope and size of development Strategies to reduce impacts
• Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) that may be required
• Events / temporary overlay Estimated vehicle movements
This section should be organised using the following Implementing, monitoring & updating
headings: Planned measures
• Objectives of the CLP Glossary
• Site context
• Development proposals
• CLP structure
Writing a CLP Detailed CLP Context, considerations & challenges
Detailed CLP - Context, Site boundary plan with a scale of between 1:500 and
1:1,000 showing:
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considerations and challenges CLP introduction

• The local context of the area with a fine level of detail (OS
This section describes the current situation on and data) as currently provisioned highlighting the extent of Policy
around the site. It must include a brief description of any footways, other buildings, cycle lanes and road markings
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changes that have occurred to relevant local Community • Community Considerations
Considerations and land uses since completion of the Detailed CLP
Outline CLP.
Introduction
Relevant infrastructure owners and operators (i.e. Network
Rail, TfL, National Grid etc.) should be consulted if the Context, considerations & challenges
construction is expected to have an impact on their assets.
Regional plan with a scale smaller than 1:15,000 showing:
• The location of the work site(s) in the context of main
roads, cycle routes, water ways, railways and other key
infrastructure Estimated vehicle movements
• Freight delivery infrastructure (e.g. consolidation centres)
Local context plan with a scale of between 1:2,000 and Planned measures
1:3,000 showing:
Glossary
• The location of the site in the context of surrounding
roads, footways, cycle routes and other infrastructure
• Marshalling areas
• Residential/commercial population approximate numbers
• Community Considerations
Writing a CLP Detailed CLP Vehicle routing & site access
Detailed CLP - Vehicle routing and Site plan with a scale of between 1:500 and 1:1,000
showing:
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site access • Local access to the site

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This section consists of maps and associated text • Hoarding lines with site access gates (vehicle, pedestrian Policy
describing the vehicle routing and site access plans. These and cyclist)
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plans should be marked up versions of the plans included in • Pedestrian and cycle access and routes both into and on
Section 3 of the CLP site Detailed CLP
• Changes to highway (including footway and road closures)
These plans should also be similar to those submitted in the • Vehicle routing to site (including swept paths) Introduction
Outline CLP with any relevant updates incorporated. The • Vehicle pit lanes, marshalling and loading areas
plans at the three different scales should include: Context, considerations & challenges
• Vehicle routing on to and within the site (including swept
Regional plan with a scale smaller than 1:15,000 showing: paths) Construction programme & methodology
• Crane location(s)
• Strategic roads that are likely to be used to access the • Potential areas of conflict and traffic marshal locations
site. • Parking (vehicle and cycle), loading and unloading Strategies to reduce impacts
• Freight delivery infrastructure (e.g. consolidation centres) arrangements.
• Community Considerations Estimated vehicle movements
Local context plan with a scale of between 1:2,000 and
1:3,000 showing: Medium impact sites require a single plan showing the
typical site layout. Planned measures
• Local area routing including turn back routes
• Local access roads may be required to be used for the last High impact sites require multiple plans showing the site Glossary
stages of a journey to site. Specific access routes on the layout during the different phases of construction.
local roads should be identified. The connection to/from
local roads to the strategic road network should also be
shown
• Routes that are off-limits to site traffic
• Community Considerations
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Detailed CLP - Construction Medium impact site CLP GUIDANCE
programme and methodology For developments with a medium impact, the overall CLP introduction
programme and the peak period of activity need to be
This section outlines the construction programme and the identified. Policy
methodology. The CLP Tool should be used to generate
a construction programme diagram and this should High impact site Writing a CLP
be accompanied by a narrative (see Appendix A). The For developments with a high impact, the developer should Detailed CLP
construction methodology must be described for the engage with the contractor to either provide information
duration of the development using the following six phases or assist in writing the Detailed CLP. The construction
Introduction
of construction, Phases for Buildings and Infrastructure methodology should be described including the types of Context, considerations & challenges
projects have been identified: materials that will be used. The construction programme
should be defined including: Construction programme & methodology
Buildings:
• Start and end dates for each phase of construction Vehicle routing & site access
1. Site setup and demolition
2. Basement excavation and piling • A description of how works will occur at the different Strategies to reduce impacts
3. Sub-structure phases
4. Super-structure • The types of materials to be used and the methodology Estimated vehicle movements
5. Cladding for bringing materials to site.
6. Fit-out, testing and commissioning
Planned measures
Infrastructure:
Glossary
1. Site establishment, clearance and alterations
2. Excavation and foundations
3. Sub-structure
4. Super-structure
5. Services and systems installation
6. Fit-out, testing and commissioning
For more details on these phases please follow this link.
Writing a CLP Detailed CLP Strategies to reduce impacts
Detailed CLP - Strategies to reduce Proposed – indicates a measure that is feasible and
should be studied further to determine its practicality. If a
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impacts measure is not feasible, the CLP must contain justification CLP introduction
and evidence as to why it has been rejected. Proposed
This section describes measures that can be implemented Policy
measures should be discussed with potential contractors
to ensure the CLP is effective in achieving the aims of
during the procurement stage with a view to including them Writing a CLP
reducing environmental impact, road risk, congestion and
in the contract and agreeing to them in the Detailed CLP.
cost. Detailed CLP
Considered – indicates a measure that is not currently
Planned measures are specific techniques that are agreed Introduction
relevant but may be in the future. These measures should
to through the planning process. Planned measures need to
be proposed if suitable, but the CLP does not need to
be SMART (Specific, Measurable, Agreed, Realistic, Timely), Context, considerations & challenges
mention them if they are not appropriate.
easily interpreted, implemented and monitored. They are
agreed in outline during planning permission process and The suggested requirements differ slightly depending
the detail is defined prior to starting construction activities. on the impact of the site. The tables in the links below Vehicle routing & site access
represent the baseline measures that are expected to be
The measures are categorised as follows: Strategies to reduce impacts
committed to. Any deviation from these will need to be
Committed - indicates a measure that will be implemented justified in the CLP. Estimated vehicle movements
as part of the CLP, secured through the Section 106
agreement. These measures should be included in
any tendering documents for the contract to build the Click here for the strategies to reduce impact for: Planned measures
development. If the developer’s contractors do not
comply with these requirements, it will be classified as a Glossary
material breach of their contract and could lead to them Medium impact site High impact site
being refused access to the site. It is the developer’s
responsibility to ensure their requirements are part of
the main contractor and subcontractor contracts. The
main contractor is responsible for ensuring that all sub-
contractors conform to these contractual requirements.
Detailed CLP - Planned measures Medium impact site CLP GUIDANCE
for a medium impact site Planned Measures Checklist Committed Proposed Considered CLP introduction
A medium impact site should consider the following Measures influencing construction vehicles and deliveries Policy
planned measures in the Outline CLP: Safety and environmental standards
X Writing a CLP
and programmes
The following planned measures should be committed to:
Adherence to designated routes X Detailed CLP
• Implement a staff travel plan Re-timing for out of peak deliveries X
The following planned measures should be proposed for Re-timing for out of hours deliveries X
further study/detail: Use of holding areas and vehicle call
X
off areas
• Delivery scheduling Vehicle routing & site access
• Re-timing for out of peak deliveries Use of logistics and consolidation
X
centres Strategies to reduce impacts
• Re-timing for out of hours deliveries
• Use of holding and vehicle call off areas Measures to encourage sustainable freight
• Use of logistics and consolidation centres Freight by Water* X
• Re-use of material on site Implementing, monitoring & updating
Freight by Rail* X
• Smart procurement
Material procurement measures Planned measures
• Collaboration with other sites in the area
DfMA and off-site manufacture X Glossary
The following planned measures should be considered if
circumstances change: Re-use of material on site X
• Freight by Water Smart procurement X
• Freight by Rail
Other measures
• Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) and off-
site manufacture Collaboration with other sites in the
X
area

Detailed CLP - Planned measures High impact site CLP GUIDANCE
for a high impact site Planned Measures Checklist Committed Proposed Considered CLP introduction
A high impact site should consider the following planned Measures influencing construction vehicles and deliveries Policy
measures in the Outline CLP: Safety and environmental standards
X Writing a CLP
and programmes
The following planned measures should be committed to: Adherence to designated routes X Detailed CLP
• Delivery scheduling Re-timing for out of peak deliveries X Context, considerations & challenges
• Collaboration with other sites in the area
• Implement a staff travel plan Construction programme & methodology
Use of holding areas and vehicle call
X
The following planned measures should be proposed for off areas Vehicle routing & site access
further study/detail: Use of logistics and consolidation
X
• Re-timing for out of peak deliveries centres Strategies to reduce impacts
• Re-timing for out of hours deliveries Measures to encourage sustainable freight
• Use of holding and vehicle call off areas Freight by Water* X
• Use of logistics and consolidation centres Implementing, monitoring & updating
Freight by Rail* X
• Freight by Water
Planned measures
• Freight by Rail Material procurement measures
• Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) and off-site DfMA and off-site manufacture X Glossary
manufacture
• Re-use of material on site Re-use of material on site X
• Smart procurement Smart procurement X
The following planned measures should be considered if Other measures
circumstances change: Collaboration with other sites in the

X
• n/a area

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Detailed CLP - Estimated vehicle CLP GUIDANCE
movements CLP introduction
As part of the Detailed CLP, the contractor should Policy

provide an estimate of the number of trips associated
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with the construction of the development. This will vary
between phases and will require close cooperation with all Detailed CLP
subcontractors.
Introduction
The applicant will use their own methods to develop an
initial estimate of the number of vehicles arriving on site Context, considerations & challenges
during each of the six phases of construction. The data
presented in the CLP should, for consistency, be
submitted as the CLP Tool. This information will be Vehicle routing & site access
important for target-setting and measuring actual road
activity. Vehicle movement numbers provided must be Strategies to reduce impacts
realistic and proportionate to the size of the development. Estimated vehicle movements
As part of the estimation exercise, the size of any vehicle Implementing, monitoring & updating
holding areas and capacity of any vehicle unloading points
should also be reported. The peak number of vehicles Planned measures
arriving on site should never exceed the site’s capacity to
Glossary
accommodate said vehicles.
Writing a CLP Detailed CLP Implementing, monitoring & updating
Detailed CLP - Implementing, The following information should be recorded to aid in

monitoring the CLP.
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monitoring and updating CLP introduction

The job title of the people responsible for approving and
The Detailed CLP should be implemented throughout the implementing the CLP. Policy
construction programme to ensure it is effective. The CLP
is expected to be a ‘living document’ and so should be Indicators and data format - The format of the data will Writing a CLP
updated during construction if any significant changes to depend on the extent and capability of the monitoring tools
Detailed CLP
the scope or programme of construction occur. Although used. The following list is a suggested starting point for the
the CLP can be reviewed at any time, CLPs are typically type of information that could be collected and reviewed: Introduction
reviewed prior to the start of a new phase of construction. Number of vehicle movements to site Context, considerations & challenges
Where there is a concentration of construction activity, it is • Total Construction programme & methodology
good practice to set up a construction working group, with • By vehicle type/size/age
representatives from all interested parties, including TfL • Time spent on site Vehicle routing & site access
and the Local Planning Authority. The working group should • Consolidation centre utilization
share the results of the CLPs, broken down so that people Strategies to reduce impacts
• Delivery/collection accuracy compared to schedule
can see the impact for each individual development phase Estimated vehicle movements
and the numbers and types of vehicles in use. There is an Breaches and complaints
expectation that the contractor will participate and work Implementing, monitoring & updating
together with others in the area to minimise impacts. • Vehicle routing
• Unacceptable queuing or parking Planned measures
Online delivery booking, tracking systems and gate checks • Adherence to safety & environmental standards &
Glossary
also provide detailed evidence about the number and type programmes
of delivery vehicles, and the efficiency and accuracy of • Low Emissions Zone (LEZ) compliance
the deliveries made. All this information will help highlight
actual impacts of deliveries against predictions, and help Safety
set targets for future impact assessments. • Logistics-related incidents
• Record of associated fatalities and serious injuries
• Ways staff are travelling to site
• Vehicles and operators not meeting safety requirement
Writing a CLP Detailed CLP Implementing, monitoring & updating
Detailed CLP - Implementing, Contract compliance CLP GUIDANCE
monitoring and updating Contractors must report on any requirements that are CLP introduction
part of the planning condition and / or the CLP. This must
Contractors’ handbook happen at a pre-agreed time, such as daily, weekly or Policy
monthly. The complexity and frequency of the reporting
A Contractor and Driver Handbook can be used to distribute Writing a CLP
will reflect the scale and duration of the construction
information to to those responsible for abiding by the CLP.
programme. The responsibility for managing and monitoring Detailed CLP
They are recommended to aid in implementing the CLP.
is usually with the developer. The planning authority will not
take an active role in monitoring and managing individual Introduction
The CLP should contain details of the contractors'
handbook. Producing a handbook is an effective way to CLPs but will become involved should an incident occur Context, considerations & challenges
ensure that all contractors are aware of their obligations. or complaints be registered. The records kept by the
This should include the following: developer (or contractor if delegated) could be scrutinised. Construction programme & methodology
Should serious defects become apparent, a ‘stop work’
• Safety toolbox talk – setting out how and when these Vehicle routing & site access
order could be issued in extreme circumstances.
will take place, including frequency and duration and
an outline of topics to be included. These should be Drivers’ handbook
environmental and safety orientated. Estimated vehicle movements
Owing to the subcontracted nature of the construction
• Anti-idling toolbox talk – setting out how and when
industry, it is important that all drivers are aware of their Implementing, monitoring & updating
these will happen for all drivers, including frequency and
obligations. Therefore, a drivers’ handbook should include
duration. Planned measures
essentials relating to environment and safety. It should be
• Vehicle routing and delivery scheduling system – an
concise, specific to the individual construction programme,
explanation to contractors of the routing and delivery Glossary
and should include:
system in use, contractors’ access and their requirement
to utilise the schedule deliveries system. • Authorised routes to and from the site
• Driver training – an outline of how and when this will • Site opening times
happen during the contract, and the company that will • Booking and scheduling information
carry out the training. • Site entry and exit points, and other information relating
• Safety and environmental standards to access
• Anti-idling
• Vulnerable road user safety
Planned measures
Planned measures CLP GUIDANCE
Planned measures are specific techniques that are agreed CLP introduction
and committed to through the planning permission
Policy
process. They are used to influence behaviours that reduce
environmental impact, road risk and congestion. Planned Writing a CLP
measures need to be SMART (Specific, Measurable, Agreed,
Realistic, Timely) easily interpreted, implemented and Planned measures
monitored. Safety & environmental
standards & programmes
They are agreed in the Outline CLP during planning
permission process. They are revisited when the Detailed Adherence to designated routes
CLP is defined prior to commencing construction activity.
Delivery scheduling
Holding areas
Use of logistics & consolidation centers
Freight by rail and / or by water
DfMA and off-site manufacture
Re-use of materials on site
Smart procurement
Collaboration
Staff travel
Glossary
Planned measures Safety and environmental standards and programmes
Safety and of a CLP, details of site access and

inclusion of a procurement clause
a mechanism by which adherence to
the CLOCS standard can be assured CLP GUIDANCE
environmental specifying an operator’s quality and monitored. FORS accreditation
standards and standard - typically FORS Silver. confirms that a fleet operator can
demonstrate that appropriate systems
CLP introduction
programmes It is expected that, as part of your and policies exist to ensure drivers are
Policy
CLP, adoption of and adherence to the suitably fit, qualified and licenced to Writing a CLP
A commitment to follow established CLOCS standard are mandated by the operate vehicles which are properly
programmes will require suppliers procurement process. Planned measures
maintained, equipped and insured.
and contractors to be contractually
obligated to adhere to higher safety Visit clocs.org.uk to find out more. It is expected that, as part of your CLP,
Safety & environmental
and environmental standards. achievement of and adherence to the
FORS - Fleet Operator
Recognition Scheme FORS Silver standard is mandated via Adherence to designated routes
CLOCS - Construction
the procurement process for all fleet
Logistics and Community Delivery scheduling
FORS is a voluntary national fleet operators engaged to support the
Safety
accreditation scheme designed to help development. Holding areas
The CLOCS Standard (The Standard improve fleet operator performance
in key areas such as environmental Visit fors-online.org.uk to find out Use of logistics & consolidation centers
for construction logistics: Managing
performance, safety and operational more and see a list of accredited
work related road risk) draws together Freight by rail and / or by water
efficiency. operators.
emerging practice from a number
of individual standards, policies and DfMA and off-site manufacture
Its purpose is to raise the level of
codes of practice to form a single road
quality within fleet operations and to Re-use of materials on site
risk standard. This common standard is
recognise those operators that are
implemented by developers and can be Smart procurement
achieving the environmental, safety
adhered to in a consistent way by fleet
and efficiency requirements of the Collaboration
operators.
FORS standard.
The Standard aims to ensure that Staff travel
There are progressive requirements
construction companies follow safe
for achieving FORS accreditation Glossary
practices in the management of
at Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels.
their operations, vehicles, drivers
The FORS logo allows construction
and construction sites. Adherence
clients to readily distinguish FORS
will entail, for example, preparation
operators from other operators - it is
Planned measures Safety and environmental standards and programmes
Safety and to those HGVs considered ‘not suitable

for use in an urban environment’
operators, improved site conditions
also mean less damage to vehicles and CLP GUIDANCE
environmental because of the significantly higher reduced operating costs.
standards and potential risk of collision they pose.
TfL has developed an assessment
CLP introduction
programmes It is expected that as part of your CLP process which will provide a one to five Policy
you ensure that no vehicles deemed rating based on the ground conditions
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HGV Direct Vision Standard unsuitable for the urban environment at a particular site (approach angle,
are used to support your development rutting and bumps, water, material Planned measures
HGV blind spots have been shown
and that operators are encouraged type). A directory of rated sites is
to contribute to a large proportion Safety & environmental
to use the highest star rated vehicles available to allow vehicle operators to
of collisions with vulnerable road standards & programmes
practicable. match their vehicle specifications to
users. Recent research has shown that
the operational conditions of specific Adherence to designated routes
increased levels of direct vision - what For more information, visit sites. An exemplar site rated five on
a driver can see directly through the tfl.gov.uk/direct-vision-standard Delivery scheduling
the scale will be suitable to operate
windows of the cab – can improve
Operational conditions and site low entry vehicles whilst a site rated Holding areas
reaction times and reduce cognitive
standards for construction supply and one will only be suitable for some N3G
demand on the driver. Use of logistics & consolidation centers
waste sites classification of ‘off road’ vehicles
TfL has developed a Direct Vision variants and site plant only.
Standard (DVS) for HGVs. The DVS Many of the HGVs that pose the
greatest risk to vulnerable road users It is expected that as part of your CLP
is an objective, scientific measure of DfMA and off-site manufacture
are designed to be driven off-road, you will assess your development
how much a HGV driver can see from
with a high chassis designed to cope site, include the rating with the CLP Re-use of materials on site
their cab directly through windows,
with uneven or soft surfaces. and ensure that operators supporting
as opposed to indirectly through Smart procurement
the site are aware of the rating to
mirrors or camera monitoring systems.
The majority of off-road HGVs on allow them to select the vehicle most Collaboration
The DVS categorises vehicles using
London’s streets spend only a small suitable to the operating conditions.
a simple star rating system based on
proportion of their time operating in Staff travel
how much of the area of greatest risk
off-road conditions. If all construction
to vulnerable road users a driver can Glossary
sites, tips and quarries in and around
see. The higher the star rating, the
London had level driving surfaces,
more a driver can directly see of this
there would be no need for off-road
area. Three stars equate to a ‘good’
HGVs to be on our streets. For vehicle
rating, while zero stars will be awarded
Planned measures Adherence to designated routes
Adherence to designated routes These routes should be discussed and agreed with the
planning authority on a site-specific basis, taking into
CLP GUIDANCE
Designated routes form a key part of the CLP and must be account: CLP introduction
defined and adhered to by all vehicles accessing the site.
• Transport assessment results Policy
Strategic access routes • Local capacity constraints
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• Safety considerations
Unless materials are being transported from local suppliers, • Potential for multi-drop deliveries where neighbouring Planned measures
goods vehicles will be required to travel to site from other sites collaborate
locations in London or beyond. Such journeys should be • Likely site access and unloading points Safety & environmental
restricted, unless otherwise advised, to the Strategic Road standards & programmes
Network (SRN) and Transport for London’s Road Network Community Considerations
Adherence to designated routes
(TLRN). Both are best suited to this type of heavy traffic.
The route to the site should avoid areas that may increase
Use of strategic routes is less likely to create congestion Delivery scheduling
the traffic risk to vulnerable road users. For example, avoid
and will help minimise the impact on local air quality. These
routes that pass: Holding areas
strategic access routes must be recorded clearly on a map
and communicated to drivers and contractors using the CLP • Residential areas Use of logistics & consolidation centers
and handbooks. • Schools
• Hospitals Freight by rail and / or by water
Local access routes
• Health centres DfMA and off-site manufacture
The impact on local access roads may be essential for the • Community centres
last stages of a journey to site. One or more specific access • Sports facilities Re-use of materials on site
routes on the local distributor road network should be • Transport hubs
Smart procurement
specified as compulsory. You must also show how these • Cycle Super Highways
link to the strategic road network. Collaboration
If this is not possible, the area in question must be clearly
marked on the map and extra care taken when driving Staff travel
through it.
Glossary
Planned measures Delivery scheduling
Delivery scheduling and re-timing Out of Hours CLP GUIDANCE
for out of hours deliveries and out Deliveries and collections made outside of peak traffic CLP introduction
times are more likely to arrive on time which may in turn
of peak deliveries reduce on-site delays. They also have the potential to Policy
A commitment to careful manage site deliveries and reduce congestion in the vicinity of the development with
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collections by scheduling and re-timing them in a all of the associated safety, environmental and efficiency
manner that consciously avoids, where possible, the improvements this may entail. Consequently, where Planned measures
most congested times of the day. Doing so will reduce possible, off-peak movements are encouraged.
congestion, allowing site-related vehicles to operate more With the right level of support from stakeholders and when standards & programmes
efficiently while minimising the risk of collision, particularly carried out responsibly, deliveries can take place at different
with cyclists and pedestrians. Efficient delivery scheduling Adherence to designated routes
times selected to suit residents, businesses and operators
can also reduce cost and contribute to improved air quality. Delivery scheduling
Additional information can be found here.
Delivery Schedule Holding areas
Sites are encouraged to employ a Delivery Management Use of logistics & consolidation centers
System (DMS). This could be either electronic or paper
based. Whatever the format, such systems are vital to
the coordination of a site’s booking and delivery process. DfMA and off-site manufacture
Delivery management ensures that the flow of vehicles
to and from site is controlled ensuring that deliveries are Re-use of materials on site
expected to promote safe and efficient use of loading/
Smart procurement
unloading areas.
Collaboration
Delivery Management also provides surety of delivery for
critical items, which protects the integrity of the build Staff travel
schedule, and allows for accurate, efficient reporting of
delivery activity. Glossary
Planned measures Holding areas
Use of holding and vehicle call off CLP GUIDANCE
areas CLP introduction
A commitment to use holding and call off areas can reduce Policy
congestion, unacceptable parking and associated penalties.
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Holding and call off areas allow vehicles to wait and/or
Planned measures
queue at a suitable location near the site where they can be
called to site when appropriate and at short notice. Holding Safety & environmental
areas can be located on vacant sites, on under-used areas standards & programmes
of roadway or anywhere near the work site where vehicles
can be held with minimal adverse impacts.
Delivery scheduling
Holding and call off areas can only be used if approved by
the relevant authority. Inclusion in an approved CLP does Holding areas
not remove the right of the appropriate Highway Authority
to suspend such use if the area is on their network. Use of logistics & consolidation centers
Smart procurement
Collaboration
Staff travel
Glossary
Planned measures Use of logistics & consolidation centres
Use of logistics and consolidation CLP GUIDANCE
centres CLP introduction
A commitment to using a consolidation centre can help Policy

reduce and control the number of deliveries to site.
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Such facilities can also be used for off-site ‘assembly’ of
materials and quality control purposes, Planned measures
The benefits of consolidation centre use include: Safety & environmental
• Reduced environmental impact through a reduction in
road miles run Adherence to designated routes
• Improved safety as a result of fewer vehicle movements
Delivery scheduling
• Increased security of supply through provision of a
‘storage buffer’ for long lead items Holding areas
• Reduced likelihood of damage or theft to materials as a
result of less on-site storage Use of logistics & consolidation centres
• Reduced construction and delivery costs through reduced
fuel costs
If a consolidation centre is to be used, the location, the Re-use of materials on site

anticipated number of deliveries to and from the centre
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and the nature of the vehicles involved (for example, the
potential use of electric vehicles) should be noted in the Collaboration
CLP.
Staff travel
Further details on consolidation can be found here.
Glossary
Planned measures Freight by rail and / or by water
Freight by rail and / or water CLP GUIDANCE
Movement of freight by rail or water can be a cost-effective CLP introduction

and efficient method of transporting a range of goods and
Policy
commodities. It is a sustainable approach that removes
construction vehicles from London’s roads, Movement of Writing a CLP
freight by rail or water can reduce the amount of harmful
emissions associated with a development and improve Planned measures
safety by reducing the likelihood of a construction vehicle Safety & environmental
being involved in a collision. standards & programmes
Freight by rail and/or water should be proposed and a Adherence to designated routes
feasibility study be completed for high impact sites if
either the site, logistics and consolidation centre or holding Delivery scheduling
area are near to a freight siding or foreshore of a navigable Holding areas
waterway.
For additional information, see delivering goods by water
and move freight by rail. Freight by rail and / or by water
Smart procurement
Collaboration
Staff travel
Glossary
Planned measures Off-site construction
DfMA and off-site manufacture CLP GUIDANCE
Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) and off-site CLP introduction
construction typically entail the application of factory,
Policy
or factory like, conditions to construction projects. This
may mean the assembly of a complete building from Writing a CLP
prefabricated components or the use of a manufactured
building components (façade, mechanical and engineering Planned measures
sub-assemblies, bathroom suite, kitchen, etc.) within a Safety & environmental
traditional build. standards & programmes
DfMA and off-site manufacture reduce the number of Adherence to designated routes
vehicles arriving to site and can minimise the amount
of waste generated, therefore reducing the overall Delivery scheduling
environmental impact of the site. Site safety is also Holding areas
improved and costs may be reduced by increasing the
speed of construction through productivity improvements. Use of logistics & consolidation centers
Smart procurement
Collaboration
Staff travel
Glossary
Planned measures Re-use of materials on site
Re-use of material on site CLP GUIDANCE
The benefits of re-using materials on-site are: CLP introduction
• A reduction in vehicle movements delivering new material Policy

to site
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• A reduction in vehicle movements removing waste
material from site Planned measures
A simple example of such re-use is the crushing of Safety & environmental

demolished structures to create aggregate. standards & programmes
Reusing materials on site can help to reduce costs, vehicles Adherence to designated routes
movements and environmental impact by reusing materials Delivery scheduling
that are already owned and on site. This reuse also reduces
the need for additional materials with the associated Holding areas
environmental and financial benefits that follow.
Smart procurement
Collaboration
Staff travel
Glossary
Planned measures Smart procurement
Smart procurement CLP GUIDANCE
Procurement of suppliers is an often overlooked means by CLP introduction

which the number of vehicle movements associated with
Policy
a development can be reduced. It is important to select
a supplier who can, via their approach to logistics, help Writing a CLP
minimise the number of vehicle movements. Environmental
benefit may be derived through their sourcing of materials, Planned measures
location of their freight delivery infrastructure, willingness Safety & environmental
to collaborate with other suppliers or use of alternative standards & programmes
delivery modes.
Smart procurement can also improve safety through
specification of the safest and most suitable vehicles, Delivery scheduling
process and equipment. Holding areas
Finally, smart procurement can reduce cost as consolidation Use of logistics & consolidation centers
of logistics activity can create economies of scale and the
management of fewer suppliers be more efficient. Freight by rail and / or by water
Smart procurement
Collaboration
Staff travel
Glossary
Planned measures Collaboration
Collaboration with other sites in the CLP GUIDANCE
area CLP introduction
Working with neighbouring developers to realise benefits Policy

such as consolidation of vehicle movements, common
Writing a CLP
procurement and shared-waste management can help
increase efficiency and reduce negative construction Planned measures
impacts.
The CLP requires a review of other sites in the area, an standards & programmes
assessment of their cumulative impact and the impact of
any collaborative planned measures considered. Planned
measures can be more efficient when incorporated by Delivery scheduling
multiple sites. Possible such planned measures include:
Holding areas
• Joint use of consolidation centres
• Shared holding areas Use of logistics & consolidation centers
• Shared cleaning and traffic control services Freight by rail and / or by water
• Supplier consolidation
• Driver training programmes DfMA and off-site manufacture
• Regular Communication and community engagement
• Shared facilities (for example messing and welfare
facilities) Smart procurement
• Reuse of materials
Collaboration
Within an OAPF, collaboration is a mandatory requirement Staff travel

and any collaborative agreement should be in line with the
Glossary
requirements described in the OAPF.
Planned measures Staff travel
Implement a staff travel plan Further detail on the preparation of a Travel Plan for a new
development, which may be of use, can be found here.
CLP GUIDANCE
During the construction process your workforce will, CLP introduction

necessarily, make a considerable number of journeys to and
Policy
from site. The workforce will have an impact that varies
based on the number of workers, mode they take and the Writing a CLP
timing of the trips.
Planned measures
Whilst it is not compulsory to complete a Travel Plan for the
construction period, your CLP should include confirmation Safety & environmental
that you have relayed pertinent information (for example,
the identity of your Travel Plan Coordinator, a site induction Adherence to designated routes
with detail of sustainable travel options and site-specific
travel information) to the workforce employed on or visiting Delivery scheduling
the site. It should also state the times at which you expect Holding areas
the highest numbers of your workforce to access/depart
the site; shift handovers, etc. A staff travel plan may have Use of logistics & consolidation centers
been written elsewhere and if so, the plan should only be
referenced in the CLP.
Your CLP should include:
• Confirmation that a summary of local public transport
options to access the construction site has been provided Smart procurement
to all staff via induction training
• A description of how the site will discourage the use Collaboration
of private transport by personnel employed in its Staff travel
construction
• Confirmation that Oyster Promotions will be publicised Glossary
• Confirmation that safe and secure cycle parking made
available at the construction site.
Glossary
Glossary Construction Management Plan (CMP) CLP GUIDANCE

A CMP details the procedures, sequencing and
CLP Tool CLP introduction
methodology for a construction project with the aim of
Spreadsheet tool developed by TfL to produce consistent demonstrating how the impact of construction can be Policy
outputs for CLPs. minimised in relation to both on site activity and the
Writing a CLP
transport arrangements for vehicles servicing the site.
Construction and Environmental Management Plan (CEMP)
Planned measures
Construction phase(s)
A CEMP outlines how a construction project will avoid, Glossary
minimise or mitigate effects on the environment and For consistency, this guidance refers to 6 distinct
surrounding area. construction phases associated with buildings and
infrastructure projects. Within each phase, the nature of
Construction Logistics construction logistics activity will differ. It should be noted
The planning, organisation and management of services and that phases may run concurrently.
movement of materials to and from the construction site. Consolidation centre
Construction Logistics and Community Safety (CLOCS) A consolidation centre is a facility used to consolidate
The CLOCS standard was devised in collaboration with numerous small loads of supplies intended for the same
construction clients, logistic operators and industry final destination into fewer, larger loads. Consolidation
associations. It aims to ensure that construction companies centres typically offer additional value add services such
follow safe practices in the management of their as waste collection, stevedoring, off-site construction and
operations, vehicles, drivers and construction sites. security screening.
Construction Logistics Plan (CLP) Contractor’s handbook
A Construction Logistics Plan is an important management This a component of a CLP which sets out the requirements
tool for planners, developers and those working in for all operatives on the construction site.
construction companies. It focuses specifically on
construction supply chains and how their impact on the
road network can be reduced.
Glossary
Community Considerations Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) CLP GUIDANCE
Relates to facilities and locations over which care should be FORS is a voluntary, national fleet accreditation scheme CLP introduction
taken to understand and minimise the negative impacts of designed to help improve fleet operator performance in key
construction logistics activity. areas such as fuel efficiency, vehicle emissions, safety and Policy
compliance.
Detailed CLP Writing a CLP
Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV)
Submitted to a planning authority at the post-granted Planned measures
discharge of conditions stage. Provides the planning Any vehicle with a gross combination mass over 3500kg. Glossary
authority with the detail of the logistics activity expected
during the construction programme. Local Planning Authorities (LPAs)
Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) These are the local authorities or councils that are
empowered by law to exercise statutory town planning
DfMA is a combination of two methodologies – Design for functions for a particular area of the United Kingdom,
Manufacture and Design for Assembly – which are both making them responsible for deciding whether a
used to minimise production cost and simplify product development can go ahead.
structure through design and process improvements.
Local Plan
Direct Vision Standard (DVS)
These are developed by local planning authorities and
The Direct Vision Standard for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) are a critical tool in guiding decisions about individual
assesses and rates how much an HGV driver can see development proposals. They set out a vision and a
directly from their cab in relation to other road users. It framework for the future development of the area,
aims to improve the safety of all road users by banning or addressing needs and opportunities in relation to housing,
restricting vehicles with low rating from entering London. the economy, community facilities and infrastructure – as
well as a basis for safeguarding the environment, adapting
Driver’s handbook to climate change and securing good design.
This is a component of a CLP which details the obligations
of all drivers working on the construction programme.
Glossary
London Plan (2011) Operational phase CLP GUIDANCE
This is the overall spatial development strategy for the This begins once the construction phase has ended and the CLP introduction
entirety of London and is legally part of the development project has been completed, and continues throughout the
Policy
plan that has to be taken into account when planning duration of the development’s use.
decisions are taken in any part of London. Writing a CLP
Opportunity Area Planning Framework (OAPF)
Low Emissions Zone (LEZ) Planned measures
OAPFs are documents that are used to specify how an
The Low Emission Zone (LEZ) was introduced in 2008 to ‘opportunity area’ (an area of brownfield land identified in Glossary
encourage the most polluting heavy diesel vehicles driving the London Plan as having capacity for development) can be
in the Capital to become cleaner by levying a charge on developed.
vehicles entering Greater London which do not comply with
LEZ standards. Outline CLP
Mayor’s Transport Strategy (MTS) (2010) Accompanies the planning application and gives the
planning authority an overview of the expected logistics
The current Mayor’s Transport Strategy (MTS) was published activity during the construction programme.
in 2010. It sets out goals for transport in London and details
how we intend to deliver the plan between now and 2031. Planned Measures
A new MTS will be published in 2017. These are specific techniques that are agreed and
Mechanical, Electrical Plumbing (MEP) committed to through the planning permission process.
They are used to influence behaviours that reduce
MEP stands for ‘mechanical, electrical and plumbing’ in environmental impact, road risk and congestion.
building design and construction.
Planning application
National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)
A planning application is a formal request to a local planning
This framework acts as guidance for local planning authority for permission to build something new or add to
authorities and decision-makers, both in drawing up plans an existing building.
and making decisions about planning applications, by
setting out the Government’s planning policies for England
and how these are expected to be applied.
Glossary
Section 106 agreement Strategic Road Network (SRN) CLP GUIDANCE

A section 106 agreement is a legal agreement between a The Strategic Road Network (SRN) comprises approximately CLP introduction
developer and the local authority that enables planning 4,300 miles of motorways and major ‘trunk’ A-roads in
permission to be granted for a development that would England. It is managed by Highways England (HE) Policy
otherwise be unacceptable in planning terms. They
can prescribe the nature of the development; require Traffic Management Act (2004) Writing a CLP
the developer to compensate for loss resulting from This act was introduced to tackle congestion and disruption Planned measures
the development; or ask for actions to mitigate the on the road network. The TMA places a duty on local
development’s impact. Glossary
authorities to make sure traffic moves freely and quickly on
SMART their roads and the roads of nearby authorities.
‘SMART’ targets are targets that are specific, measurable, Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs)
achievable, relevant and time-bound. Police or local authorities can place temporary,
Smart procurement experimental or permanent restrictions on traffic within
their areas by way of a TRO.
Where procurement decisions are made with the aim of
providing the optimal logistics solution for goods coming to Transport Assessments (TAs)
site. Transport Assessments are thorough assessments of the
Staff travel plan transport implications of a development.
A staff travel plan is a management strategy for an Transport for London (TfL)
organisation or site that seeks to deliver sustainable TfL is the local government body responsible for
transport objectives articulated in a document that is the integrated transport system in Greater London.
regularly reviewed. They are based on evidence of the
anticipated transport impacts of development and set Transport for London’s Road Network (TLRN)
measures to promote and encourage sustainable travel.
The TLRN is made up of the London’s ‘red routes’ which are
the capital’s main routes and are marked with either single
or double red lines.

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July 2017 - v3.0

Introduction to CLPs A CLP provides the framework for understanding and

Planning permission process CLP GUIDANCE

100+ residential units or creation/

Planning stage Low Medium High

CLPs and the planning process CLP GUIDANCE

CLPs & the planning process

Who is involved? Logistics operators provide haulage services to the

Contractors typically write the Detailed CLPs which

Accreditation Practitioner CLP GUIDANCE

Successful completion of Foundation training will earn

Policy CLP GUIDANCE

Writing a CLP CLP GUIDANCE

1. Introduction Planned measures

Outline CLP Detailed CLP

Outline CLP - Introduction CLP GUIDANCE

The introduction should provide high level information CLP introduction

• Objectives of the CLP Vehicle routing & site access

Implementing, monitoring & updating

Please see examples of these maps in Appendix B.

Outline CLP - Construction Infrastructure Phases: CLP GUIDANCE

Outline CLP - Construction CLP GUIDANCE

programme and methodology CLP introduction

Medium impact site Policy

For developments with a medium impact, the overall Writing a CLP

Implementing, monitoring & updating

site access showing: CLP introduction

The following planned measures should be considered if Other measures

circumstances change: Collaboration with other sites in the

Outline CLP - Estimated vehicle CLP GUIDANCE

movements CLP introduction

As part of the Outline CLP, the number of trips associated Policy

Outline CLP - Implementing, Breaches and complaints CLP GUIDANCE

Detailed CLP - Introduction CLP GUIDANCE

The introduction should provide information about the CLP introduction

considerations and challenges CLP introduction

site access • Local access to the site

Detailed CLP - Construction Medium impact site CLP GUIDANCE

Detailed CLP - Planned measures Medium impact site CLP GUIDANCE

Implement a staff travel plan X

Detailed CLP - Planned measures High impact site CLP GUIDANCE

• Smart procurement Smart procurement X

The following planned measures should be considered if Other measures

circumstances change: Collaboration with other sites in the

Implement a staff travel plan X

Detailed CLP - Estimated vehicle CLP GUIDANCE

movements CLP introduction

As part of the Detailed CLP, the contractor should Policy

Detailed CLP - Implementing, The following information should be recorded to aid in

monitoring and updating CLP introduction

Detailed CLP - Implementing, Contract compliance CLP GUIDANCE

Planned measures CLP GUIDANCE

Use of logistics & consolidation centers

Freight by rail and / or by water

DfMA and off-site manufacture

Re-use of materials on site

Safety and of a CLP, details of site access and

Safety and to those HGVs considered ‘not suitable

Delivery scheduling and re-timing Out of Hours CLP GUIDANCE

Use of holding and vehicle call off CLP GUIDANCE

areas CLP introduction

Freight by rail and / or by water