Satchell Lane, Vissim

Satchell Lane, Vissim

At Satchell Lane, a VISSIM model was created following a refusal of planning permission for a proposed 61 residential units. The applicant decided to challenge the refusal at Appeal which included highway reasons. Although not involved in the original application,  Director, John Wilde as Expert Witness amongst other colleagues, were tasked with enhancing the evidence base by preparing a detailed VISSIM microsimulation model.

A comprehensive evidence base of traffic counts, queue lengths and journey times, coupled with on-site observations was gathered. This ensured that the model reflected observed conditions as closely as possible including junction interaction and the influence of pedestrian flows.

This model was used effectively and successfully to the satisfaction of the Planning Inspector. Highways reason for refusal were removed and the Local Highway Authority’s claims that the traffic impact would be severe were rejected.