LATM process: some observations and influencing factors

The start of the LATM process is really represented by the selection of one or more local areas in which local area (residential street) traffic management is proposed. Once an area is selected for treatment the process of developing an LATM scheme will usually involve the following general stages: establishment of the local area boundaries and local road hierarchy; identification of the nature and extent of traffic-related problems as perceived by residents; clarification of the attitudes of residents towards such things as MOBILITY, ACCESSIBILITY and AMENITY; perceptions of residents about traffic-related impacts; and expectations in relation to the general nature of remedial measures that might be appropriate; investigation of local traffic patterns and operations in and around the area; identification of the causes (both within the area and around it) of the perceived problems; development of socially acceptable, economic and equitable remedial traffic management strategies to deal with both causes and symptoms where appropriate; performance assessment to determine the efficacy of the measures and to identify the need for and nature of any amending or additional measures.