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Please note that contributions to this engagement are now closed for evaluation and review. Further information will be posted here when available. You can also use the tools on the right hand side to sign up to our mailing list to be kept informed about the development of this project or register to be added to the Your Voice community where you will receive information on opportunities to have your say on a variety of projects.
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Background
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), located on the Bradford and Leeds boundary, is the primary airport for Yorkshire with nearly 70% of current passengers originating from the Leeds city region.
LBA is one of the UK’s fastest growing airports, supporting over 5,000 jobs and contributing £336m to the city region economy each year. In 2018 the airport handled over 4 million passengers, an increase of nearly 13% in just 12 months. The Department for Transport (DfT) has forecast that this may increase to 7.1 million by 2030 and to approximately 9 million passengers a year by 2050.
Tourism is an important sector for the region, estimated to be worth £7 billion to the Yorkshire economy and had an economic impact of £1.75 billion annually for Leeds in 2017. There is potential to expand the airport’s route network to open up new international connections, supporting international trade, tourism, and doubling the number of supported jobs to over 10,000 by 2030.
The growth in passengers, and in employment around the airport, means an increase in travel to the airport. Leeds City Council is seeking your views regarding road and train developments in order to address traffic and congestion, which will worsen as the number of trips to the airport doubles unless we act soon.
What are the issues we want to address?
For further information on the existing issues please click here.
Forecast population, employment and LBA passenger growth are likely to result in traffic growth and worsening congestion. Without any improvements the current issues will worsen.
The current and forecast constraints on the transport network is likely to have a negative impact on the ability of LBA to grow and for employment growth in the wider area. This would impact not only on the local area but the City Region as a whole.
The Proposals
Leeds City Council, West Yorkshire Combined Authority and partners Bradford Council and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) are now in a position to consult on further detailed options for improved access to the airport.
These are:
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) Parkway Station
A new Parkway rail station located on the existing Harrogate line, with a regular shuttle bus link to Leeds Bradford Airport's terminal building. The station would also have a park and ride facility for journeys in to Leeds or North Yorkshire, and improve accessibility to existing and proposed businesses in North West Leeds.
Click here for more information on the LBA Parkway Station.
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) Link Route Proposals
Views are being sought on three road proposals:
Option A: Building a new road and footway/cycleway from the A65, running along the eastern edge of the airport before joining the A658 to the north.
Option B: Building a new road and footway/cycleway following the same initial route as Option A, from the A65 but running to the south west of the airport, joining the A658 before the tunnel under the runway.
Option C: Upgrading the existing A65 and A658 around Rawdon and Yeadon to the airport. This would see junctions upgraded and, where needed, some localised road widening to deliver the junction improvements.
Click here for more information on the LBA Link Route (road)
LBA Proposed Employment Allocation
In addition, there are proposals for an employment site to the north of LBA. This is provided for information only and does not form part of this consultation.
Wider Strategy
The LBA Link Route and Parkway Station are included within the Leeds Transport Strategy. Further information on Leeds Transport Policy can be found here. In addition, there are projects underway as part of the West Yorkshire Transport Fund at A660 / A658 Dyneley Arms, A6120 Fink Hill, and A6120 Dawsons Corner, all of which aim to reduce congestion. Further information on current schemes and consultations see the Connecting Leeds webpage.
Have your say
This phase of consultation is now closed. More information will be posted here when available.
You can also sign up to be kept informed about the development of this project or register to be added to the Your Voice community where you will receive information on opportunities to have your say on a variety of projects.
Please note that contributions to this engagement are now closed for evaluation and review. Further information will be posted here when available. You can also use the tools on the right hand side to sign up to our mailing list to be kept informed about the development of this project or register to be added to the Your Voice community where you will receive information on opportunities to have your say on a variety of projects.
______________________________
Background
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), located on the Bradford and Leeds boundary, is the primary airport for Yorkshire with nearly 70% of current passengers originating from the Leeds city region.
LBA is one of the UK’s fastest growing airports, supporting over 5,000 jobs and contributing £336m to the city region economy each year. In 2018 the airport handled over 4 million passengers, an increase of nearly 13% in just 12 months. The Department for Transport (DfT) has forecast that this may increase to 7.1 million by 2030 and to approximately 9 million passengers a year by 2050.
Tourism is an important sector for the region, estimated to be worth £7 billion to the Yorkshire economy and had an economic impact of £1.75 billion annually for Leeds in 2017. There is potential to expand the airport’s route network to open up new international connections, supporting international trade, tourism, and doubling the number of supported jobs to over 10,000 by 2030.
The growth in passengers, and in employment around the airport, means an increase in travel to the airport. Leeds City Council is seeking your views regarding road and train developments in order to address traffic and congestion, which will worsen as the number of trips to the airport doubles unless we act soon.
What are the issues we want to address?
For further information on the existing issues please click here.
Forecast population, employment and LBA passenger growth are likely to result in traffic growth and worsening congestion. Without any improvements the current issues will worsen.
The current and forecast constraints on the transport network is likely to have a negative impact on the ability of LBA to grow and for employment growth in the wider area. This would impact not only on the local area but the City Region as a whole.
The Proposals
Leeds City Council, West Yorkshire Combined Authority and partners Bradford Council and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) are now in a position to consult on further detailed options for improved access to the airport.
These are:
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) Parkway Station
A new Parkway rail station located on the existing Harrogate line, with a regular shuttle bus link to Leeds Bradford Airport's terminal building. The station would also have a park and ride facility for journeys in to Leeds or North Yorkshire, and improve accessibility to existing and proposed businesses in North West Leeds.
Click here for more information on the LBA Parkway Station.
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) Link Route Proposals
Views are being sought on three road proposals:
Option A: Building a new road and footway/cycleway from the A65, running along the eastern edge of the airport before joining the A658 to the north.
Option B: Building a new road and footway/cycleway following the same initial route as Option A, from the A65 but running to the south west of the airport, joining the A658 before the tunnel under the runway.
Option C: Upgrading the existing A65 and A658 around Rawdon and Yeadon to the airport. This would see junctions upgraded and, where needed, some localised road widening to deliver the junction improvements.
Click here for more information on the LBA Link Route (road)
LBA Proposed Employment Allocation
In addition, there are proposals for an employment site to the north of LBA. This is provided for information only and does not form part of this consultation.
Wider Strategy
The LBA Link Route and Parkway Station are included within the Leeds Transport Strategy. Further information on Leeds Transport Policy can be found here. In addition, there are projects underway as part of the West Yorkshire Transport Fund at A660 / A658 Dyneley Arms, A6120 Fink Hill, and A6120 Dawsons Corner, all of which aim to reduce congestion. Further information on current schemes and consultations see the Connecting Leeds webpage.
Have your say
This phase of consultation is now closed. More information will be posted here when available.
You can also sign up to be kept informed about the development of this project or register to be added to the Your Voice community where you will receive information on opportunities to have your say on a variety of projects.
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Thank you for your comments, these will be considered as part of the consultation analysis. At this stage, it is unlikely that a direct rail link will be affordable and offer value for money. WYCA commissioned some outline options appraisal work in 2016. The report indicated that a heavy rail link cannot be achieved without extensive tunnelling and cuttings which would incur significant costs. There is potential for a light rail or tram-train link option to link the Airport terminal to the existing Harrogate line. However, the cost for a tram-train / light rail link would be significant and would necessitate bespoke vehicles for a tram–train system. Although the costs for delivering the proposed Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station are still being refined it is anticipated that a Parkway Station will be able to deliver significant benefits at a significantly lower total cost. |
Thank you for your comments and questions. The project team are looking through your comments and will provide a response. |
Thank you for your comments. These will be considered as part of the consultation analysis. |
Thank you for your comments. These will be considered as part of the consultation analysis. The LBA Link Route proposals are being progressed in the wider context of strategic transport improvements across NW Leeds. Leeds City Council are progressing work to investigate the strategic case, implications and opportunities arising from dualling the A6120 Leeds Outer Ring Road between Horsforth and Rodley and capacity enhancements at Horsforth Roundabout.
Thank you for your comments. These will be considered as part of the consultation analysis.
Thank you for your comments. A number of alternative routes in this area have been considered, with studies looking into the feasibility of a link route initially undertaken in the late 1990s. A wider connectivity study has recently been undertaken which considered a number of alternative link road options including those to the north, east and west of LBA. Assessment found that whilst these alternative options aligned well with some of the objectives, potential link routes in those locations generally served areas with relatively low population density and were unlikely to provide as many benefits. Given the various constraints such as undulating topography, location/position of airport infrastructure and environmental sensitivities, the three corridors identified are considered to be the best options. The additional work undertaken since the previous engagement has added more detail to the routing, including consideration of issues such as junction requirements, walking and cycling facilities and impacts on existing environmental sensitivities amongst others.
There is potential for a light rail or tram-train link option to link the Airport terminal to the existing Harrogate line. However, the cost for a tram-train / light rail link would be significant and would necessitate bespoke vehicles for a tram–train system. Although the costs for delivering the proposed Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station are still being refined it is anticipated that a Parkway Station will be able to deliver significant benefits at a significantly lower total cost. |
Thank you for your comments. The mechanism for restricting rail related parking in Cookridge will be explored further as the project progresses. |
Thank you for your comments. Previous studies have been undertaken which explored options for a direct rail link. Building a station at the Airport Terminal building requires an additional heavy rail link from the existing railway line to the Airport. WYCA commissioned some outline options appraisal work in 2016. The report indicated that a heavy rail link cannot be achieved without extensive tunnelling and cuttings which would incur significant costs. There is potential for a light rail or tram-train link option to link the Airport terminal to the existing Harrogate line. However, the cost for a tram-train / light rail link would be significant and would necessitate bespoke vehicles for a tram–train system. Although the costs for delivering the proposed Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station are still being refined it is anticipated that a Parkway Station will be able to deliver significant benefits at a significantly lower total cost. |
Bus
services to the airport (and in the vicinity) are operated by commercial bus
operators. Any future amendments to existing routes or new services,
including utilisation of any future Link Route Option, would require
discussions with commercial bus operators once a preferred option is
identified / as the scheme progresses. The proposed parkway station is for a new rail station on the Harrogate line between the Bramhope Tunnel and Horsforth Rail Station. Development of a suitable train service timetable on this route will be a continuous process throughout the development of this project. |
Thank you for your comments. These will be considered through the consultation analysis. A business case for the scheme needs to be submitted to, and approved by, WYCA for funding to be allocated to the scheme. This work is underway and a value for money case will need to be presented as part of the business case. If WYCA is not satisfied that the scheme will provide sufficient value for money funding will not be awarded. Noise and air quality impacts, associated with the creation of a proposed LBA Link Route and LBA Parkway Station, are being assessed as part of the development of the Outline Business Case (OBC) for the schemes. Further details will be provided when available. |
At
this stage, it is unlikely that a direct rail link will be affordable and
offer value for money. Building a station at the Airport Terminal building
requires an additional heavy rail link from the existing railway line to the
Airport. WYCA commissioned some outline options appraisal work in 2016. The
report indicated that a heavy rail link cannot be achieved without extensive
tunnelling and cuttings which would incur significant costs. There is
potential for a light rail or tram-train link option to link the Airport
terminal to the existing Harrogate line. However, the cost for a tram-train /
light rail link would be significant and would necessitate bespoke vehicles
for a tram–train system. Although the costs for delivering the proposed Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station are still being refined it is anticipated that a Parkway Station will be able to deliver significant benefits at a significantly lower total cost. |
Lantwood House on Scotland Lane is approximately 600m away from the section of rail line where the proposed parkway station would be located. |
The terminology used here relates to that used in the draft Site Allocation Plan - There is an area of land (36ha) adjacent to the airport which is a 'Proposed New Employment Allocation' for general employment. |
Thank you for your comments. These will be considered as part of the consultation analysis. |
Thank you for your comments. Leeds City Region and Leeds Bradford Airport are forecast to grow significantly over the coming years. Leeds is expected to outperform the national economy over the next 20 years and the airport is forecast to double its current passenger numbers by 2040. Growing passenger numbers with limited travel options will have to use existing roads meaning areas around the airport will increase in congestion, and cause further delays. The plans we are currently consulting on will improve the ways in which passengers can get to and from the airport and to cater for anticipated demand. |
Thank you for your comments - these will be taken into account through the consultation analysis. Extensive traffic modelling work has been undertaken throughout the work to date on the Leeds Bradford Airport Link Route and this has been validated using traffic survey data. Further detailed transport modelling work is being finalised to establish the scale of change resulting from the different options being considered. Further details will follow when available, and will be presented at further public engagement later in 2019. Leeds City Region and Leeds Bradford Airport are forecast to grow significantly over the coming years. Leeds is expected to outperform the national economy over the next 20 years and the airport is forecast to double its current passenger numbers by 2040. Growing passenger numbers with limited travel options will have to use existing roads meaning areas around the airport will increase in congestion, and cause further delays. The plans we are currently consulting on will improve the ways in which passengers can get to and from the airport and to cater for anticipated demand. |
Thank
you for your comments. These will be considered through the consultation
analysis. A number of alternative routes in this area have been considered. A
wider connectivity study has recently been undertaken which considered a
number of alternative link road options including those to the north, east
and west of LBA. Assessment found that whilst these alternative options
aligned well with some of the objectives, potential link routes in those
locations generally served areas with relatively low population density and
were unlikely to provide as many benefits. Given the various constraints such as undulating topography, location/position of airport infrastructure and environmental sensitivities, the three corridors identified are considered to be the best options. The additional work undertaken since the previous engagement has added more detail to the routing, including consideration of issues such as junction requirements, walking and cycling facilities and impacts on existing environmental sensitivities amongst others. |
Thank
you for your comments. These will be considered as part of the consultation
analysis. LBA is required to work in partnership to manage the impacts of its operation and potential future expansion. Air quality and Greenhouse Gas impacts, associated with the creation of a proposed LBA Link Route and LBA Parkway Station, are being assessed as part of the development of the Outline Business Case (OBC) for the schemes. Further details will be provided when available. |
Thank you for your comments. These will be fed into the consultation analysis. |
Bus
services to the airport (and in the vicinity) are operated by commercial bus
operators. Any future amendments to existing routes or new services,
including utilisation of any future Link Route Option, would require
discussions with commercial bus operators once a preferred option is
identified / as the scheme progresses. The proposed parkway station is for a new rail station on the Harrogate line between the Bramhope Tunnel and Horsforth Rail Station. Development of a suitable train service timetable on this route will be a continuous process throughout the development of this project. |
This
consultation is concerned with surface access to the airport. LBA is required
to work in partnership to manage the impacts of its operation and potential
future expansion. LBA's masterplan sets out the airport’s likely growth and development to 2030 and refers to mitigation of noise. Further details are available here: https://www.leedsbradfordairport.co.uk/about-leeds-bradford-airport/development |
This
consultation is concerned with surface access to the airport. Leeds City
Council (LCC), the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) and the Leeds
City Region Enterprise Partnership support LBA in its current location. LBA
is required to work in partnership to manage the impacts of its
operation and potential future expansion. LBA's masterplan sets out the airport’s likely growth and development to 2030 and refers to mitigation of noise. Further details are available here: https://www.leedsbradfordairport.co.uk/about-leeds-bradford-airport/development |
Indicative
estimated costs have been provided in the consultation materials for the link
route options and are as follows: Option A - £90m-£100m, Option B - £60m-£70m, Option C - £30m-£40m. The anticipated cost of the LBA Parkway Station is still being determined as part of the development process. |
Thank you for your message. Due to the volume of comments we receive, the team cannot reply individually to each feedback email, however, any comments on the scheme will be taken into consideration and will be accepted as feedback. |
Options
A and B for the proposed new road involve construction that will impact on
the openness of the green belt. As part of the business case and any
subsequent planning application, there will be a need to demonstrate special
circumstances to justify development, these will need to highlight the
requirement for the road and appropriate constraints - including construction
constraints and a lack of alternative routes that would provide the required
functionality and traffic improvements. Route C is unlikely to impact the
openness of the green belt. Whilst bringing benefits to existing routes, it is recognised that Link Route Options A and B will introduce some adverse impacts. Areas have been identified and indicative mitigation measures outlined including steeply sloped verges, allowing the road to sit below eye level, and tree/hedge planting to lessen visual and noise impacts. |
The
option of serving Horsforth rail station with an airport shuttle bus services
was previously considered. The overall journey time of this option is less
attractive than a LBA parkway option. Also, due to the constraints of the
local highway network near Horsforth station, it would be a challenge to
provide a reliable shuttle bus services between Horsforth station and LBA.
Whilst it may be feasible to operate a bus link between Horsforth station and
Leeds Bradford Airport, doing so would not meet all the objectives of the LBA
Parkway Station. Further detailed transport modelling work is being finalised on the LBA Link Route options to establish the scale of change resulting from the different options being considered. Further details will follow when available as part of the next Phase of consultation (Phase 1b). |
Thank
you for your comments. These will be considered as part of the consultation
analysis. Leeds City Council (LCC), the West Yorkshire Combined
Authority (WYCA) and the Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership support
LBA. LBA is required to work in partnership to manage the impacts of its
operation and potential future expansion. Monitoring of air quality is a
requirement of the airport’s planning conditions and this is reviewed
regularly by Leeds City Council. Air quality and Greenhouse Gas impacts, associated with the creation of a proposed LBA Link Route and LBA Parkway Station, are being assessed as part of the development of the Outline Business Case (OBC) for the schemes. Further details will be provided when available. |
At
this stage, it is unlikely that a direct rail link will be affordable and
offer value for money. Building a station at the Airport Terminal building
requires an additional heavy rail link from the existing railway line to the
Airport. WYCA commissioned some outline options appraisal work in 2016. The
report indicated that a heavy rail link cannot be achieved without extensive
tunnelling and cuttings which would incur significant costs. There is
potential for a light rail or tram-train link option to link the Airport
terminal to the existing Harrogate line. However, the cost for a tram-train /
light rail link would be significant and would necessitate bespoke vehicles
for a tram–train system. Although the costs for delivering the proposed Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station are still being refined it is anticipated that a Parkway Station will be able to deliver significant benefits at a significantly lower total cost. |
The
anticipated cost of the LBA Parkway Station is still being determined as part
of the development process. Indicative costs for the LBA Link Route are Option A (£90-100million), Option B (£60-70m) and Option C (£20-30m). LBA is currently served by bus services mainly connecting to Leeds, Bradford and Harrogate. These services are operated by commercial bus operators. It is possible that any Link Route (Option A or B) could accommodate rerouted or new bus services but this would need discussions with commercial bus operators once a preferred option is identified / as the scheme progresses. |
At this stage the value of the land is not considered to be affected by proposals under consultation. Town and Country Planning Act 1990 Schedule 13 gives 22 categories of land to which the planning blight procedures apply. In summary, the project is at an early stage and there has been no resolution by the Local Authority or Secretary of State to build the scheme or safeguard the land and therefore blight does not apply. |
This consultation is concerned with surface access to the airport. Information relating to facilities within the terminal building would need to be directed to LBA. |
Initial traffic modelling work has been undertaken to identify the highway standard required for a proposed Link Route option (otions A or B). The results of the tests identified that a single carriageway would be the most appropriate standard for the link route given the forecast demand resulting from growth at LBA and the wider NW Leeds area and the need to minimise impacts resulting from development of a new road. |
Thank you for your comments. These will be fed into the consultation analysis. |
Thank you for your comments. These will be fed into the consultation analysis. |
This consultation is concerned with surface access to the airport. Information relating to facilities within the terminal building would need to be directed to LBA. |
Thank you for your comments. These will be fed into the consultation analysis. |
The car parking regime and associated costs are managed by LBA, this includes a wide range of parking costs based on duration and location of parking, there is also a one hour free parking area. Comments relating to parking charges should be directed towards LBA. |
The car parking regime and associated costs are managed by LBA, this includes a wide range of parking costs based on duration and location of parking, there is also a one hour free parking area. Comments relating to parking charges should be directed towards LBA. |
Bus services to the airport (and in the vicinity) are operated by commercial bus operators. LBA's Surface Access Strategy makes reference to current and future bus links. Any specific queries on new bus routes will be subject to discussions between LBA and commercial bus operators. |
The
government is currently consulting on its UK aviation strategy - further
details are available here: https://aviationstrategy.campaign.gov.uk/ This document highlights that local and regional airports attract tourism and businesses to the areas in which they are located due to the air road and rail access links that support the airport. It is noted that these airports act as a gateway to international opportunities and play a crucial economic role in the area they are situated. |
The car parking regime and associated costs are managed by LBA, this includes a wide range of parking costs based on duration and location of parking, there is also a one hour free parking area. Comments relating to parking charges should be directed towards LBA. |
Thank you for your comments. These will be considered as part of the consultation analysis. |
The car parking regime and associated costs are managed by LBA, this includes a wide range of parking costs based on duration and location of parking, there is also a one hour free parking area. Comments relating to parking charges should be directed towards LBA. |
Thank you for your comments. These will be considered through the consultation analysis. |
Further
detailed transport modelling work is being undertaken to establish the scale
of change and potential impacts resulting from the different options
being considered. The methodology follows the appropriate Department for Transport / West Yorkshire Combined Authority guidance. Further details will follow when available as part of the next Phase of public engagement (Phase 1b). |
This is not being considered as part of this proposal, however Leeds City Council has proposals for introducing a Clean Air Charging Zone - further details are available here: https://www.leeds.gov.uk/business/environmental-health-for-business/air-quality |
Thank you for your comments - these will be considered as part of the consultation analysis. This consultation is focussing on surface access to the airport. The internal operation of the airport is managed by LBA. LBA's masterplan and Surface Access Strategy sets out the airport’s likely growth and development to 2030. A terminal extension project is currently underway that will improve amenities, provide better gate access and improved baggage reclaim operations. This will be completed by summer 2020. Further details are available here: https://www.leedsbradfordairport.co.uk/about-leeds-bradford-airport/development |
Thank
you for your comments. These will be considered through the consultation
analysis. At this stage, it is unlikely that a direct rail link will be affordable and offer value for money. Building a station at the Airport Terminal building requires an additional heavy rail link from the existing railway line to the Airport. WYCA commissioned some outline options appraisal work in 2016. The report indicated that a heavy rail link cannot be achieved without extensive tunnelling and cuttings which would incur significant costs. There is potential for a light rail or tram-train link option to link the Airport terminal to the existing Harrogate line. However, the cost for a tram-train / light rail link would be significant and would necessitate bespoke vehicles for a tram–train system. Although the costs for delivering the proposed Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station are still being refined it is anticipated that a Parkway Station will be able to deliver significant benefits at a significantly lower total cost. There are EV charging points at the airport already, but more are planned as part of the airports Travel Plan obligations. |
Leeds City Council is committed to supporting the growth of LBA,
recognising the long term local and regional economic benefits it brings. A
better connected airport will help to promote business growth in our key
sectors and other industries, and to attract more investment. The ability of
businesses to access international markets is needed to support the economy
of the city and the wider region. LBA will be required to work in partnership with LCC and local communities to ensure that economic opportunities are realised, and any adverse consequences of the airport’s growth are managed and mitigated. Park and Ride schemes have been considered across Leeds - further details are available here: https://www.leeds.gov.uk/parking-roads-and-travel/connecting-leeds-and-transforming-travel/bus-travel. The LBA Parkway station will provide park and ride (rail) opportunities for people to travel to and from local urban centres. |
Leeds
City Council is committed to supporting the growth of LBA, recognising the
long term local and regional economic benefits it brings. A better connected
airport will help to promote business growth in our key sectors and other
industries, and to attract more investment. The ability of businesses to
access international markets is needed to support the economy of the city and
the wider region. LBA will be required to work in partnership with LCC and local communities to ensure that economic opportunities are realised, and any adverse consequences of the airport’s growth are managed and mitigated. |
Thank you for your question. The LBA parkway station is still at an early stage of development. Work is currently underway to consider the likely passenger demand for LBA parkway station. This information will inform the design of the station and its connection to the highway network as the project progresses. |
Thank you for your question. Yes, as part of the rail station a new footbridge will be constructed over the existing rail line. This footbridge will provide cross platform access and open up pedestrian and cycle links between the station and Cookridge. |
In
2018 the airport handled over 4 million passengers, an increase of nearly 13%
in just 12 months. The Department for Transport (DfT) has forecast that there
is the potential to increase this to 7.2 million by 2030 and to approximately
8 million passengers a year by 2040. The option of serving Horsforth rail station with an airport shuttle bus services was previously considered. The overall journey time of this option is less attractive than a LBA parkway option. Also, due to the constraints of the local highway network near Horsforth station, it would be a challenge to provide a reliable shuttle bus services between Horsforth station and LBA. Whilst it may be feasible to operate a bus link between Horsforth station and Leeds Bradford Airport, doing so would not meet all the objectives of the LBA Parkway Station. |
Funding, if approved, would be provided by the West Yorkshire Plus Transport Fund (WYPTF). A contribution will be sought from LBA (although this has not yet been agreed). It is important to note that LBA brings significant benefit to the regional economy which justifies the use of WYPTF monies for scheme(s) that improve surface access to the airport. |
Option
C involves an upgrade to the following junctions on the existing
highway. The junction improvements would cater for the predicted future volume of traffic but are not expected to reduce congestion from its current levels. It is recognised that they will require land acquisition, including possible demolition of a small number of properties. |
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is already integrated into the existing transport network, not only locally but also nationally. Leeds City Council (LCC), the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) and the Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership support LBA in its current location and to manage the impacts of its operation and potential future expansion. It is not deemed practical to relocate the airport, or for the council to develop an additional one at an alternative site |
This consultation is concerned with surface access to the airport. Information relating to flight schedules would need to be directed to LBA. |
This consultation is concerned with surface access to the airport. Information relating to flight schedules would need to be directed to LBA. |
Access to Belmont Grove can be made from Green Lane and Harrogate Road (to the north of the junction). Provision of traffic signals will enable access to Belmont Grove to be made safely. It is recognised there may be some inconvenience to residents on Belmont Grove but overall the junction will better cope with forecast future traffic growth. |
The
link route forms part of a wider strategic plan for the north-west area of
Leeds. In addition to this, Leeds City Council is progressing work to investigate options for improvements which could be delivered to enhance the strategic orbital route of the A6120 Leeds Outer Ring Road (A6120) between Dawson’s Corner (A647) and Horsforth Roundabout (A65). It is recognised there has been support for a rail link at LBA, however a rail link alone will not solve the current or forecast congestion issues that respondents were concerned about. Manchester Airport has a direct rail link, yet only 16% of passengers use rail to access it. This is why road access must be considered too. At this stage, it is unlikely that a direct rail link will be affordable and offer value for money. Building a station at the Airport Terminal building requires an additional heavy rail link from the existing railway line to the Airport. WYCA commissioned some outline options appraisal work in 2016. The report indicated that a heavy rail link cannot be achieved without extensive tunnelling and cuttings which would incur significant costs. There is potential for a light rail or tram-train link option to link the Airport terminal to the existing Harrogate line. However, the cost for a tram-train / light rail link would be significant and would necessitate bespoke vehicles for a tram–train system. Although the costs for delivering the proposed Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station are still being refined it is anticipated that a Parkway Station will be able to deliver significant benefits at a significantly lower total cost. |
There are a number of longstanding transport problems in North-West Leeds currently, including congestion, which is one of the main constraints to affect accessibility to the airport. The congestion results from the road network within the vicinity of the airport having high traffic flows during peak times, resulting in longer and increasingly unreliable journey times. A lack of intervention will likely result in increased amounts of congestion and delay on the network, exacerbated by future growth at the airport and surrounding area. A new access road to LBA will provide more capacity on the road network to accommodate the current and forecast future congestion and create improved resilience and journey times. |
Further
detailed transport modelling work is being finalised to establish the scale
of change resulting from the different options being considered. Further
details will follow when available as part of the next Phase of consultation
(Phase 1b). It is recognised that Link Route Options A and B will introduce some adverse impacts. Areas have been identified and indicative mitigation measures outlined including provision of steeply sloped verges, allowing the road to sit below eye level, and tree/hedge planting to lessen visual and noise impacts. Relevant compensation will be considered, as appropriate, when a preferred option is identified. |
The questionnaire provides the opportunity for respondents to indicate support or not for each option allowing for all views to be accounted for. |
The
link route forms part of a wider strategic plan for the north-west area of
Leeds. In addition to this, Leeds City Council is progressing work to investigate options for improvements which could be delivered to enhance the strategic orbital route of the A6120 Leeds Outer Ring Road (A6120) between Dawson’s Corner (A647) and Horsforth Roundabout (A65). |
The
Link Road scheme is not proposed to support new developments. There is
currently no intention to provide junctions along the Link Route Options A
and B other than those connecting to existing highways i.e. A65, A658,
Whitehouse Lane and potential for access to the Parkway Station as
appropriate. LCC’s (draft) Site Allocations Plan, expected to be adopted in
Summer 2019, sets out the locations for development across Leeds. A proposed
employment site is located to the north of Whitehouse Lane. There are no
other proposed employment and housing sites in the Aireborough and North
Leeds area that directly result from the provision of a link route. Further detailed transport modelling work is being finalised to establish the scale of change resulting from the different options being considered. Further details will follow when available. The link route forms part of a wider strategic plan for the north-west area of Leeds. In addition to this, Leeds City Council is progressing work to investigate options for improvements which could be delivered to enhance the strategic orbital route of the A6120 Leeds Outer Ring Road (A6120) between Dawson’s Corner (A647) and Horsforth Roundabout (A65). |
Leeds
City Council, West Yorkshire Combined Authority and partners realise the
potential the airport’s growth can bring to the Leeds City Region and are
aware that access improvements are needed in order to cater for growing
passenger numbers. The Link Road scheme is not proposed to support new developments. There is currently no intention to provide junctions along the Link Route Options A and B other than those connecting to existing highways i.e. A65, A658, Whitehouse Lane and potential for access to the Parkway Station as appropriate. LCC’s (draft) Site Allocations Plan, expected to be adopted in Summer 2019, sets out the locations for development across Leeds. A proposed employment site is located to the north of Whitehouse Lane. There are no other proposed employment and housing sites in the Aireborough and North Leeds area that directly result from the provision of a link route. |
The internal operation of the airport is managed by LBA. LBA's masterplan and Surface Access Strategy sets out the airport’s likely growth and development to 2030. A terminal extension is planned to improve the customer experience at LBA. Further details are available here: https://www.leedsbradfordairport.co.uk/about-leeds-bradford-airport/development |
The
link route forms part of a wider strategic plan for the north-west area of
Leeds. In addition to this, Leeds City Council is progressing work to investigate options for improvements which could be delivered to enhance the strategic orbital route of the A6120 Leeds Outer Ring Road (A6120) between Dawson’s Corner (A647) and Horsforth Roundabout (A65). It is anticipated that the link route options would encourage traffic to reroute from existing local routes that are unsuitable for large volumes of traffic, such as Scotland Lane. |
This consultation is considering surface access improvements to the airport. Suggested improvements to the management and operation of the airport itself would need to be directed towards LBA. LBA's masterplan and Surface Access Strategy sets out the airport’s likely growth and development to 2030. Further details are available here: https://www.leedsbradfordairport.co.uk/about-leeds-bradford-airport/development |
The
link route forms part of a wider strategic plan for the north-west area of
Leeds. In addition to this, Leeds City Council is progressing work to investigate options for improvements which could be delivered to enhance the strategic orbital route of the A6120 Leeds Outer Ring Road (A6120) between Dawson’s Corner (A647) and Horsforth Roundabout (A65). |
The link route forms part of a wider strategic plan for the north-west area
of Leeds. In addition to this, Leeds City Council is progressing work to investigate options for improvements which could be delivered to enhance the strategic orbital route of the A6120 Leeds Outer Ring Road (A6120) between Dawson’s Corner (A647) and Horsforth Roundabout (A65). |
Consideration of types of formal provision for various road users has been
given taking account of likely use of the route. None of the proposed link route options cross a bridleway or sever existing links and as such no formal equestrian provision is included. However, the proposed link route options provide improvements that seek to encourage traffic to reroute away from unsuitable local roads, such as Scotland Lane and Bayton Lane, which would benefit non-motorised road users such as equestrians. Where the link route options do cross Public Rights of Way appropriate crossing provision will be provided. Further consideration for all users of a new route will be considered when a preferred option is identified. |
The
link route forms part of a wider strategic plan for the north-west area of
Leeds. In addition to this, Leeds City Council is progressing work to investigate options for improvements which could be delivered to enhance the strategic orbital route of the A6120 Leeds Outer Ring Road (A6120) between Dawson’s Corner (A647) and Horsforth Roundabout (A65). |
Consideration of types of formal provision for various road users has been
given taking account of likely use of the route. None of the proposed link route options cross a bridleway or sever existing links and as such no formal equestrian provision is included. However, the proposed link route options provide improvements that seek to encourage traffic to reroute away from unsuitable local roads, such as Scotland Lane and Bayton Lane, which would benefit non-motorised road users such as equestrians. Where the link route options do cross Public Rights of Way appropriate crossing provision will be provided. Further consideration for all users of a new route will be considered when a preferred option is identified. |
Consideration
of types of formal provision for various road users has been given taking
account of likely use of the route. None of the proposed link route options cross a bridleway or sever existing links and as such no formal equestrian provision is included. However, the proposed link route options provide improvements that seek to encourage traffic to reroute away from unsuitable local roads, such as Scotland Lane and Bayton Lane, which would benefit non-motorised road users such as equestrians. Where the link route options do cross Public Rights of Way appropriate crossing provision will be provided. Further consideration for all users of a new route will be considered when a preferred option is identified. |
The internal operation of the airport is managed by LBA. LBA's masterplan and Surface Access Strategy sets out the airport’s likely growth and development to 2030. A terminal extension is planned to improve the customer experience at LBA. Further details are available here: https://www.leedsbradfordairport.co.uk/about-leeds-bradford-airport/development |
Further detailed transport modelling work is being finalised to establish the scale of change resulting from the different options being considered. Further details will follow when available as part of the next Phase of consultation (Phase 1b). |
LBA is
currently served by bus services operated by commercial bus operators. It is
anticipated that potential for bus improvements will be discussions with
commercial bus operators once a preferred option is identified / as the
scheme progresses. LBA's Surface Access Strategy makes reference to
encouraging public transport vehicles to be low emission vehicles and
providing electric vehicle charging points to aid environmental sustainability as part of its planned growth. |
Further detailed transport modelling work is being finalised to establish the scale of change resulting from the different options being considered. Further details will follow when available as part of the next Phase of consultation (Phase 1b). |
Options
A and B seek to provide benefits to Rawdon by removing through-traffic from
the A658 in Rawdon (trips to the airport and the wider area). Option C seeks
to accommodate the future forecast increase in traffic flows along existing
routes (general traffic and airport trips).
It is considered that preventing direct traffic access to Rawdon from A65 would not be appropriate as it would reduce overall accessibility to the village and likely increase traffic demands on Green Lane. |
Initial
junction modelling work has been carried out to test the operation of the
junction and the proposed junction layout.
It is considered that the proposals provide the optimal layout to accommodate forecast traffic growth and
represent a significant improvement of the forecast junction operation if no
improvements are implemented. Further detailed transport modelling work is being finalised to establish the scale of change and potential adverse impacts resulting from the different options being considered. Further details will follow when available as part of the next Phase of consultation (Phase 1b). |
The plans included in the consultation are for illustrative purposes. The link route section plans (available here: https://www.yourvoice.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/linkroute/documents) are 1:500 scale at A0. If you have specific queries please feel free to email connectinglba@leeds.gov.uk. |
Civil
Aviation Authority data shows that the predominant mode of transport to any
UK airport is via car. The new rail station will not cater for the additional
forecast growth at LBA and it is therefore proposed as part of the integrated
approach to provide both road and rail access improvements. Further technical work is ongoing and details will be provided when available. |
The number of passenger numbers at LBA is forecast to grow and LBA has a masterplan and a Surface Access Strategy setting out how it plans to grow and improve access to the airport. As part of the surface access strategy, in line with the forecast growth of LBA the need for additional car parking provision is being considered. |
Thank you for your comments. LBA Parkway will provide better connectivity to Leeds Bradford Airport from Leeds, Harrogate, York and beyond. We are currently working on the demand forecast for LBA Parkway to establish how the station will be used by residents across Leeds and the wider region. Once complete this will inform the business case for the station. |
Thank you for your questions. Proposals for LBA Parkway have been developed in partnership with train operators, Network Rail, and Rail North. The platform length has been designed with partner input to meet their potential requirements for train services operating on this line. With respect to your second question, early feasibility studies have been undertaken which indicated a parkway station could be a viable, deliverable solution that would serve both Leeds Bradford Airport and the commuter market. As proposals are progressed the demand forecast work must be revised for input in to the Parkway station outline business case. |
Demand
forecast work is underway to establish the expected levels of demand for LBA
parkway from air passengers. Once complete this will inform the business case
for the project. Development of a suitable train services timetable on this route will be a continuous process throughout the development of this project. Our current intention is to achieve a minimum of a two trains per hour service pattern at this location. We will continue to work with the relevant train operators and Transport for the North to deliver the most appropriate timetable that meets the needs of passengers based on the network capacity and the availability and suitability of the rolling stock. |
Thank
you for your comments. The current proposals for improving connectivity to
Leeds Bradford Airport include plans for a new rail station on the Harrogate
line, south of the Bramhope tunnel. Building a station at the Airport Terminal building requires an additional heavy rail link from the existing railway line to the Airport. The Combined Authority commissioned some outline options appraisal work in 2016. The report indicated that a heavy rail link cannot be achieved without extensive tunnelling and cuttings which would incur significant costs. There is potential for a light rail or tram-train link option to link the Airport terminal to the existing Harrogate line. However, the cost for a tram-train / light rail link would be significant and would necessitate bespoke vehicles for a tram–train system. Although the costs for delivering the proposed Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station are still being refined it is anticipated that a Parkway Station will be able to deliver significant benefits at a significantly lower total cost. |
Thank
you for your comments. Building a station at the Airport Terminal building
requires an additional heavy rail link from the existing railway line to the
Airport. The Combined Authority commissioned some outline options appraisal
work in 2016. The report indicated that a heavy rail link cannot be achieved
without extensive tunnelling and cuttings which would incur significant
costs. There is potential for a light rail or tram-train link option to link
the Airport terminal to the existing Harrogate line. However, the cost for a
tram-train / light rail link would be significant and would necessitate
bespoke vehicles for a tram–train system. Although the costs for delivering the proposed Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station are still being refined it is anticipated that a Parkway Station will be able to deliver significant benefits at a significantly lower total cost. |
Thank you for your comments. These will be considered as part of the consultation analysis. |
Thank
you for your comments. Building a station at the Airport Terminal building
requires an additional heavy rail link from the existing railway line to the
Airport. The Combined Authority commissioned some outline options appraisal
work in 2016. The report indicated that a heavy rail link cannot be achieved
without extensive tunnelling and cuttings which would incur significant
costs. There is potential for a light rail or tram-train link option to link
the Airport terminal to the existing Harrogate line. However, the cost for a
tram-train / light rail link would be significant and would necessitate
bespoke vehicles for a tram–train system. Although the costs for delivering the proposed Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station are still being refined it is anticipated that a Parkway Station will be able to deliver significant benefits at a significantly lower total cost. |
Thank
you for your comments. Building a station at the Airport Terminal building
requires an additional heavy rail link from the existing railway line to the
Airport. The Combined Authority commissioned some outline options appraisal
work in 2016. The report indicated that a heavy rail link cannot be achieved
without extensive tunnelling and cuttings which would incur significant
costs. There is potential for a light rail or tram-train link option to link
the Airport terminal to the existing Harrogate line. However, the cost for a
tram-train / light rail link would be significant and would necessitate
bespoke vehicles for a tram–train system. Although the costs for delivering the proposed Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station are still being refined it is anticipated that a Parkway Station will be able to deliver significant benefits at a significantly lower total cost. |
Thank
you for your questions. The detail of the bus service is still to be agreed,
however it is anticipated this would be timed to suit trains serving LBA
Parkway. Current plans for LBA Parkway include a station building with a waiting area and retail facilities, as well as a covered footbridge and stairs to provide sheltered access to platforms. |
Thank you for your comments. These will be considered as part of the consultation analysis. |
The detail regarding the operation of the shuttle bus is still to be agreed, however it is anticipated that this will be a direct service with a journey time of between 5-10 mins. It is not expected that the shuttle bus will call at bus stops on the main highway. |
Thank you for your comments. A heavy rail link at LBA was ruled out based on gradient issues, viability, and potential costs. Whilst a dedicated tram-train link to LBA is technically viable, affordability and Value for Money will remain to be very challenging in the long term. LBA parkway station is an appropriate solution to implement in the short to the medium term given the affordability issues and viability in technical, economic and financial terms. |
Thank you for your comments. These will be considered through the consultation analysis. |
Thank you for question. There are no proposals to build a car park in Cookridge as part of the LBA Parkway project. A park and ride car park will be built to the west of the rail line, with vehicular access from Scotland Lane. There will be no vehicular access to LBA Parkway from Cookridge, however pedestrian links from Cookridge will be provided. |
Thank
you for your question. Work on the outline business case for LBA parkway is
underway at present. Information relating to the economic performance of LBA
parkway will be considered in the business case, this is still to be
completed. Building a station at the Airport Terminal building requires an additional heavy rail link from the existing railway line to the Airport. The Combined Authority commissioned some outline options appraisal work in 2016. The report indicated that a heavy rail link cannot be achieved without extensive tunnelling and cuttings which would incur significant costs. There is potential for a light rail or tram-train link option to link the Airport terminal to the existing Harrogate line. However, the cost for a tram-train / light rail link would be significant and would necessitate bespoke vehicles for a tram–train system. Although the costs for delivering the proposed Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station are still being refined it is anticipated that a Parkway Station will be able to deliver significant benefits at a significantly lower total cost. |
Thank you for your question. The option of serving Horsforth rail station with an airport shuttle bus services was previously considered. The overall journey time of this option is less attractive than a LBA parkway option. Also, due to the constraints of the local highway network near Horsforth station, it would be a challenge to provide a reliable shuttle bus services between Horsforth station and LBA. Whilst it may be feasible to operate a bus link between Horsforth station and Leeds Bradford Airport, doing so would not meet all the objectives of the LBA Parkway Station. |
At
this stage, it is unlikely that a direct rail link will be affordable and
offer value for money. Building a station at the Airport Terminal building
requires an additional heavy rail link from the existing railway line to the
Airport. The Combined Authority commissioned some outline options appraisal
work in 2016. The report indicated that a heavy rail link cannot be achieved
without extensive tunnelling and cuttings which would incur significant
costs. There is potential for a light rail or tram-train link option to link
the Airport terminal to the existing Harrogate line. However, the cost for a
tram-train / light rail link would be significant and would necessitate
bespoke vehicles for a tram–train system. Although the costs for delivering the proposed Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station are still being refined it is anticipated that a Parkway Station will be able to deliver significant benefits at a significantly lower total cost. |
At
this stage, it is unlikely that a direct rail link will be affordable and
offer value for money. Building a station at the Airport Terminal building
requires an additional heavy rail link from the existing railway line to the
Airport. The Combined Authority commissioned some outline options appraisal
work in 2016. The report indicated that a heavy rail link cannot be achieved
without extensive tunnelling and cuttings which would incur significant
costs. There is potential for a light rail or tram-train link option to link
the Airport terminal to the existing Harrogate line. However, the cost for a
tram-train / light rail link would be significant and would necessitate
bespoke vehicles for a tram–train system. Although the costs for delivering the proposed Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station are still being refined it is anticipated that a Parkway Station will be able to deliver significant benefits at a significantly lower total cost. |
At this stage, it is unlikely that a direct rail link will be affordable and offer value for money. Building a station at the Airport Terminal building requires an additional heavy rail link from the existing railway line to the Airport. The Combined Authority commissioned some outline options appraisal work in 2016. The report indicated that a heavy rail link cannot be achieved without extensive tunnelling and cuttings which would incur significant costs. There is potential for a light rail or tram-train link option to link the Airport terminal to the existing Harrogate line. However, the cost for a tram-train / light rail link would be significant and would necessitate bespoke vehicles for a tram–train system. |
At
present WYCA has no plans to opening new rail lines and we are developing a
new station to serve Leeds Bradford Airport which is more affordable.
Development funding is already secured for the development of the Parkway
Station up to the completion of the Outline Business Case. However, we will in due course be developing a new rail policy and reviewing network gaps, including reopening lines, new stations, services and infrastructure will be part of WYCA’s considerations. |
The
West Yorkshire Combined Authority is aware that availability of train
capacity and seating is a key challenge in this area in particular during
peak hours. We are working with the operators on the route through Rail North
to influence their timetable and deployment of rolling stock so that trains
are deployed in the way that benefits passengers. In the medium and longer
terms, WYCA will work closely with the Department for Transport and Transport
for the North to support a case for further investment on rolling stock and
train capacity. LBA parkway station has is being designed to accomodate 6-car trains. |
Demand
forecast work is underway to establish the expected levels of demand for LBA
parkway from air passengers. Once complete this will inform the business case
for the project. Development of a suitable train services timetable on this route will be a continuous process throughout the development of this project. Our current intention is to achieve a minimum of a two trains per hour service pattern at this location. We will continue to work with the relevant train operators and Transport for the North to deliver the most appropriate timetable that meets the needs of passengers based on the network capacity and the availability and suitability of the rolling stock. |
The station car park will be for rail passengers only. Suitable management arrangements will be put in to place to ensure parking is restricted to airport passengers travelling to LBA by car. |
Thank you for your comments. These will be considered as part of the consultation analysis. |
Thank you for your comments - these will be taken into account during the analysis of consultation feedback. Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is already integrated into the existing transport network, not only locally but also nationally. Leeds City Council (LCC), the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) and the Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership support LBA in its current location and to manage the impacts of its operation and potential future expansion. It is not deemed practical to relocate the airport, or for the council to develop an additional one at an alternative site. |
Thank you for your comments. These will be considered through the consultation analysis. |
Thank
you for your comments - these will be taken into account during the analysis
of consultation feedback. Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is already integrated into the existing transport network, not only locally but also nationally. Leeds City Council (LCC), the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) and the Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership support LBA in its current location and to manage the impacts of its operation and potential future expansion. It is not deemed practical to relocate the airport, or for the council to develop an additional one at an alternative site. |
Thank you for your comments. These will be considered through the
consultation analysis. Ecological surveys have been indertaken to inform the development of these proposals and to inform the subsequent design stages. A Green Bridge is being considered as part of the design for LBA Link Route Option A to provide for mixed use habitat and people crossing point (maintaining connectivity of Public Rights of Way). All three options include new roads or road widening that will impact on existing trees / woodland. Replacement of trees / woodland and supplementary provisions are being considered as part of the design strategy. Further details will be included in subsequent design stages once a preferred option is identified. |
Thank
you for your comments. These will be considered as part of the consultation
analysis. Link Route proposals are being developed in the wider context of transportation across NW Leeds. LCC have commissioned an initial feasibility study into options for improvements to the A6120 Leeds Outer Ring Road (A6120) between Dawson’s Corner (A647) and Horsforth Roundabout (A65), including capacity improvements at the Horsforth roundabout. The study will take into account planned capacity/connectivity improvements including Dawson’s Corner, Fink Hill/A6120 and the Leeds Bradford Airport Link route and also works already planned on the A6120 elsewhere. The study is currently programmed for completion later in 2019. |
Thank you for your message. Your comments will be considered in the consultation analysis. LBA is currently served by bus services operated by commercial bus operators. It is possible that any Link Route (Option A or B) could accommodate rerouted or new bus services but this would need discussions with commercial bus operators once a preferred option is identified / as the scheme progresses. |
Thank
you for your comments - these will be considered through the consultation
analysis. Link route proposals are being considered in the wider context of transport issues across NW Leeds. Leeds City Council is progressing work to investigate the strategic case, implications and opportunities arising from dualling the A6120 Leeds Outer Ring Road and capacity enhancements at Horsforth Roundabout. |
Thank
you for your comments. These will be considered through the consultation
analysis. Noise and air quality impacts, associated with the creation of a proposed LBA Link Route and LBA Parkway Station, are being assessed as part of the development of the Outline Business Case (OBC) for the schemes. Further details will be provided when available. Monitoring of air quality is a requirement of the airport’s planning conditions and this is reviewed regularly by Leeds City Council. |
Thank
you for your comments. These will be considered through the consultation
analysis. LCC have commissioned an initial feasibility study into options for improvements to the A6120 Leeds Outer Ring Road (A6120) between Dawson’s Corner (A647) and Horsforth Roundabout (A65), including capacity improvements at the Horsforth roundabout. The study will take into account planned capacity/connectivity improvements including Dawson’s Corner, Fink Hill/A6120 and the Leeds Bradford Airport Link route and also works already planned on the A6120 elsewhere. The study is currently programmed for completion later in 2019. Bus services to the airport (and in the vicinity) are operated by commercial bus operators. Any future amendments to existing routes or new services, including utilisation of any future Link Route Option (A or B), would require discussions with commercial bus operators once a preferred option is identified / as the scheme progresses. |
Thank
you for your comments - these will be considered through the consultation
analysis. We will get back to you with any more information if possible in the near future. |
Thank
you for your comments - these will be considered through the consultation
analysis. Initial traffic modelling work was undertaken to identify the highway standard required for a proposed Link Route option. This testing considered the need for accommodating changes in demand as well as environmental and financial impacts of constructing a wider route option. The results of the tests identified that a single carriageway would be the most appropriate standard for the link route given the forecast demand resulting from growth at LBA and the wider NW Leeds area and the need to minimise impacts resulting from development of a new road. Link route proposals are being considered in the wider context of transport issues across NW Leeds. LCC have commissioned an initial feasibility study into options for improvements to the A6120 Leeds Outer Ring Road (A6120) between Dawson’s Corner (A647) and Horsforth Roundabout (A65). The study will take into account planned capacity/connectivity improvements including Dawson’s Corner, Fink Hill/A6120 and the Leeds Bradford Airport Link route and also works already planned on the A6120 elsewhere. The study is currently programmed for completion later in 2019. |
Thank
you for your message. There is currently no intention to provide junctions
along the Link Route Options A and B other than those connecting to existing
highways i.e. A65, A658, Whitehouse Lane and potential for access to the
Parkway Station as appropriate. The Link Road scheme is not proposed to
support new developments. LCC’s (draft) Site Allocations Plan, expected to be adopted in Summer 2019, sets out the locations for development across Leeds. A proposed employment site is located to the north of Whitehouse Lane. There are no other proposed employment and housing sites in the Aireborough and North Leeds area that result from the provision of a link road. Details around parking restrictions will be clarified through the subsequent design processes. |
Thank
you for your comments - these will be considered through the consultation
process. There are a number of longstanding transport problems in North West Leeds currently, including congestion, which is one of the main constraints to affect accessibility to the airport. This is due to the road network within the vicinity of the airport operating at high capacity during peak times, resulting in longer and increasingly unreliable journey times. A lack of intervention will likely result in increased amounts of congestion and delay on the network, exacerbated by future passenger growth at the airport and the proposed development sites set out in LCC’s emerging Sites Allocation Plan. The proposals have been developed to provide more capacity on the road network to accommodate the current and forecast future congestion and create improved resilience and journey times. Whilst bringing benefits to existing routes, it is recognised that Link Route Options A and B will introduce some adverse impacts. Areas have been identified and indicative mitigation measures outlined including steeply sloped verges, allowing the road to sit below eye level, and tree/hedge planting to lessen visual and noise impacts. Please note, Option C proposals are to upgrade the existing A65 and A658 around Rawdon and Yeadon to the airport (no new link road). This would see junctions upgraded and, where needed, some localised road widening to deliver the junction improvements |
Thank
you for your message. Your comments will be fed into the consultation
analysis. Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is already integrated into the
existing transport network, not only locally but also nationally. Leeds City
Council (LCC), the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) and the Leeds
City Region Enterprise Partnership support LBA in its current location and to
manage the impacts of its operation and potential future expansion. It is not
deemed practical to relocate the airport, or for the council to develop an
additional one at an alternative site. Funding, if approved, would be provided by the West Yorkshire Plus Transport Fund (WYPTF). A contribution will be sought from LBA (although this has not yet been agreed). It is important to note that LBA brings significant benefit to the regional economy which justifies the use of WYPTF monies for scheme(s) that improve surface access to the airport. Link route proposals are being considered in the wider context of transport issues across NW Leeds. LCC have commissioned an initial feasibility study into options for improvements to the A6120 Leeds Outer Ring Road (A6120) between Dawson’s Corner (A647) and Horsforth Roundabout (A65). The study will take into account planned capacity/connectivity improvements including Dawson’s Corner, Fink Hill/A6120 and the Leeds Bradford Airport Link route and also works already planned on the A6120 elsewhere. The study is currently programmed for completion later in 2019. |
Thank
you for your message. Your comments will be fed into the consultation
analysis. Noise and air quality impacts, associated with the creation of a proposed LBA Link Route and LBA Parkway Station, are being assessed as part of the development of the Outline Business Case (OBC) for the schemes. Further details will be provided when available. |
Thank you for your message. LBA is currently served by bus services mainly connecting to Leeds, Bradford and Harrogate. These services are operated by commercial bus operators. It is possible that any Link Route (Option A or B) could accommodate rerouted or new bus services but this would need discussions with commercial bus operators once a preferred option is identified / as the scheme progresses. |
Thank you for your comments - these will be considered as part of the consultation analysis. |
Thank you for your comments - these will be considered as part of the consulation analysis. Funding, if approved, would be provided by the West Yorkshire Plus Transport Fund (WYPTF). A contribution will be sought from LBA (although this has not yet been agreed). It is important to note that LBA brings significant benefit to the regional economy which justifies the use of WYPTF monies for scheme(s) that improve surface access to the airport. |
Thank
you for your comments. Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is already integrated
into the existing transport network, not only locally but also nationally. Leeds City Council (LCC), the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) and the Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership support LBA in its current location and to manage the impacts of its operation and potential future expansion. It is not deemed practical to relocate the airport, or for the council to develop an additional one at an alternative site. |
Thank you for your comments - these will be considered as part of the consultation consultation analysis. |
Thank you for your comments - these will be considered as part of the analysis |
Thank you for your comments. Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is already integrated into the existing transport network, not only locally but also nationally. Leeds City Council (LCC), the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) and the Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership support LBA in its current location and to manage the impacts of its operation and potential future expansion. It is not deemed practical to relocate the airport, or for the council to develop an additional one at an alternative site. |
Thank
you for your comments - these will be considered as part of the consultation
analysis. At this stage, it is unlikely that a direct rail link will be
affordable and offer value for money. Building a station at the Airport
Terminal building requires an additional heavy rail link from the existing
railway line to the Airport. WYCA commissioned some outline options appraisal
work in 2016. The report indicated that a heavy rail link cannot be achieved
without extensive tunnelling and cuttings which would incur significant
costs. There is potential for a light rail or tram-train link option to link
the Airport terminal to the existing Harrogate line. However, the cost for a
tram-train / light rail link would be significant and would necessitate
bespoke vehicles for a tram–train system. Although the costs for delivering the proposed Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station are still being refined it is anticipated that a Parkway Station will be able to deliver significant benefits at a significantly lower total cost. Evidence suggests that the predominant mode of transport to any UK airport is via car (private car journey or taxi). Airports with rail connections (either direct or parkway) are known to be accessed by car over 80% of the time (car accounts for 80% of the mode share), highlighting that road access is critical for any airport. A new rail station will not cater for the additional forecast growth at LBA. It is therefore proposed as part of the integrated approach to provide both road and rail access improvements. |
Thank
you for your message. Your comments will be considered as part of the
consultation analysis. Leeds City Council is progressing work to investigate the strategic case, implications and opportunities arising from dualling the A6120 Leeds Outer Ring Road (A6120) between Dawson's Corner (A647) and Horsforth Roundabout (A65), and capacity enhancements at Horsforth Roundabout. The Link Road scheme is not proposed to support new developments. There is currently no intention to provide junctions along the Link Route Options A and B other than those connecting to existing highways i.e. A65, A658, Whitehouse Lane and potential for access to the Parkway Station as appropriate. LCC’s (draft) Site Allocations Plan, expected to be adopted in Summer 2019, sets out the locations for development across Leeds. A proposed employment site is located to the north of Whitehouse Lane. There are no other proposed employment and housing sites in the Aireborough and North Leeds area that result from the provision of a link road. |
Thank
you for your message. Your comments will be considered as part of the
consultation analysis. Please note that the Report of Initial Consultation is available here: https://www.yourvoice.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/linkroute/documents. Building a station at the Airport Terminal building requires an additional heavy rail link from the existing railway line to the Airport. WYCA commissioned some outline options appraisal work in 2016. The report indicated that a heavy rail link cannot be achieved without extensive tunnelling and cuttings which would incur significant costs. Although the costs for delivering the proposed Leeds Bradford Airport Parkway Station are still being refined it is anticipated that a Parkway Station will be able to deliver significant benefits at a significantly lower total cost. Options for providing highway access to the rail station are being considered as part of this work. A new spur road will need to be built which would connect the rail station to Scotland Lane. If link route Option A emerges as the preferred link route option, then there is the potential to connect to it from the spur road at a later stage. If link route option A is not delivered one option would be to undertake significant works to widen Scotland Lane to the north of the station spur road to accommodate station traffic, both rail passenger and airport shuttle buses. An alternative option may be to construct a new section of highway from Scotland Lane to the LBA long stay car park. |
Thank you for your message. Further details of the impact of the proposals on Public Rights of Way (PRoW) can be viewed on the 'section plans' for options A and B (available here https://www.yourvoice.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/linkroute/documents). This details the potential development of connections, including bridges, to provide continuity of access for PRoWs that may be severed by a proposed link road. Furthermore, both Options A and B include high quality segregated footway / cycleway along the length of the link road proposals.
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Thank you for your message. Your comments will be considered as part of the consultation analysis. Currently, it is anticipated that the Parkway Station would be built before any link route. Options for providing highway access to the rail station are being considered as part of this work. A new spur road will need to be built which would connect the rail station to Scotland Lane. If link route Option A emerges as the preferred link route option, then there is the potential to connect to it from the spur road at a later stage. |
Thank you for your message. Your comments have been captured and will be considered as part of the consultation analysis. This consultation is to gauge feedback on the designs of the link route. We will be consulting again later in 2019 on these plans, which will include analysis of benefits and reduction in journey times/delays.
Thanks for your question. Outside of this scheme the council does have plans to improve traffic flows around Horsforth Roundabout including the consideration of two lanes along this section of the Outer Ring Road. Your comments on wider issues of congestion in this area will be considered as part of this consultation.
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Thank you for your message. Your comments have been captured and will be considered as part of the consultation analysis.
This consultation is open for contributions.
Contributions to this consultation are closed for evaluation and review. The project team will report back on key outcomes.
The final outcomes of the consultation are documented here. This may include a summary of all contributions collected as well as recommendations for future action.