What is a Delivery and Servicing Plan (DSP)?

A DSP outlines strategies to:

• Minimise delivery disruptions to pedestrians, cyclists, and road users.

• Reduce emissions and environmental impact.

• Improve the efficiency of deliveries and servicing for businesses and residential buildings.
   

When is a DSP Needed?

• For new developments or change of use sites as part of a planning application.

• For existing sites to optimise delivery operations, reduce costs, and enhance safety.

DSPs are often required under Section 106 obligations or planning conditions but can be implemented voluntarily to improve efficiency.

Why Do You Need a DSP?

Effective DSPs provide numerous benefits:

• Cost Savings: Optimised deliveries save time and operational expenses.

• Environmental Impact: Reduce emissions through cleaner, consolidated delivery schedules.

• Improved Safety: Protect pedestrians and cyclists with safe vehicle access and unloading zones.

• Regulatory Compliance: Meet TfL and local authority planning requirements.

• Reduced Congestion: Minimise traffic disruption with strategic delivery routing and scheduling.
   

Whether for new developments or existing sites, a well-prepared DSP contributes to improved operations, compliance, and sustainable growth.

What’s Included in Our DSPs?

At Capital Transport Planning, we tailor DSPs to meet the specific needs of your site. Our DSPs include:
1. Site Layout and Infrastructure Analysis

• Designated loading and unloading zones.

• Swept-path analysis to ensure safe vehicle movements.

• Future-proof solutions such as electric vehicle charging point provisions.
   

2. Delivery Vehicle Management

• Forecasting trip rates for delivery and servicing vehicles.

• Optimised routing to minimise congestion and emissions.

• Measures to encourage low or zero-emission delivery vehicles.
   

3. Objectives and Targets

• Setting SMART targets (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Timely) to reduce delivery trips and emissions.

• Strategies for continuous improvement over time.
   

4. Safety Measures

• Prioritising road safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users.

• Integrating TfL’s Vision Zero and Healthy Streets principles into delivery operations.
   

5. Ongoing Monitoring and Updates

• Regular monitoring of delivery and servicing activity.

• Updates following changes in building use, new tenants, or expanded operations.

• Annual reviews to ensure continuous compliance and efficiency.
   

Benefits of Implementing a DSP with CTP

By partnering with Capital Transport Planning, you will:
 

• Save Time and Money: Reduce operational delays and improve delivery efficiency.

• Enhance Safety: Prevent accidents and reduce risks for pedestrians and cyclists.

• Support Sustainability Goals: Lower carbon emissions and align with environmental targets.

• Ensure Compliance: Meet requirements set by Local Authorities, TfL, and CLOCS.

• Improve Site Operations: Streamline deliveries with minimal disruption to tenants and surrounding areas.
   

Who Needs a DSP?

Our Delivery and Servicing Plans are ideal for:

• Developers: Required as part of planning applications.

• Landlords and Property Managers: Optimising logistics for existing or multi-tenant buildings.

• Businesses: Improving cost-efficiency and reducing environmental impact.

• Local Authorities: Ensuring safe and efficient delivery operations in their areas.