Mobiliteitsvisie Mobiliteitsplan Albrandswaard – Sustainable Mobility Plan 2030
The Mobiliteitsvisie Mobiliteitsplan Albrandswaard, published in March 2024 by the Gemeente Albrandswaard, serves as the strategic framework for the municipality’s mobility transition leading up to the year 2030. This statutory document outlines the long-term vision for traffic, transport, and spatial design within the legal context of the Omgevingswet (Environment Act) and the Omgevingsvisie Albrandswaard op weg naar 2040. It defines the municipality's ambitions regarding accessibility, safety, and environmental impact, setting a roadmap for integrated sustainable development.
The document's scope covers seven distinct geographical zones: Rotterdam-Albrandswaard, Poortugaal-Noord, Rhoon-Noord, Rhoon-Zuid, Portland, Poortugaal-Zuid, and the Buitengebied Albrandswaard. It is structured into three primary components: Visievorming (Vision Formation), Toekomstscenario (Future Scenarios), and Concrete Beleidsambities (Concrete Policy Ambitions). Central to this framework are technical methodologies such as the Trias Mobilica and the STOMP-principe, which dictate the hierarchy of transport modes and the design of the physical living environment.
Professional stakeholders, including urban planners, traffic engineers, and developers, use this document to align projects with the municipality’s road categorization plans, parking standards, and multimodal accessibility requirements. The following sections detail the specific technical pillars of the Albrandswaard mobility strategy.
Trias Mobilica and Strategic Principles
The vision is anchored in the Trias Mobilica concept, a three-step model designed to achieve sustainable mobility. This model prioritizes the reduction of travel demand before addressing the efficiency of remaining movements.
- Step 1: Reduce travel demand through integrated spatial planning and proximity of residence, work, and services.
- Step 2: Shift to sustainable modes by promoting public transport, cycling, and walking (Modal Shift).
- Step 3: Deploy clean technologies and efficient vehicles for the remaining traffic demand.
The document also introduces the Vier V’s (Four V's) to address local challenges: Versterken (strengthening strengths), Verbeteren (improving weaknesses), Verbinden (ensuring an integrated approach), and Verenigen (balancing conflicting interests).
The Chosen Scenario: Duurzame versterking
After evaluating three potential paths, the municipality has adopted Scenario 2: Duurzame versterking (Sustainable Strengthening) as the guiding policy for 2030.
- Balance: Seeks equilibrium between functional car use and discouraging non-functional car use.
- Role: The municipality acts in a combined capacity as a driver and a facilitator depending on the specific neighborhood profile.
- Infrastructure: Focuses on strengthening the living environment while increasing freedom of choice across different transport modes.
Implementation of the STOMP Principle
The STOMP-principe is the leading guideline for area development and road design in Albrandswaard. It establishes a fixed hierarchy for prioritizing transport modes.
- S (Stappen): Walking and pedestrian safety are given the highest priority in residential and recreational areas.
- T (Trappen): Cycling is promoted through improved networks for functional and recreational trips.
- O (Openbaar vervoer): Strengthening metro stations as multimodal nodes.
- M (Mobility as a Service): Integrating shared mobility (cars and bikes) into new developments.
- P (Privéauto): The private car is considered the final link, with car use discouraged where it impacts livability.
Wegencategorisering and Traffic Safety
The Wegencategoriseringplan defines the functional classification of the road network. A primary goal is the widespread implementation of 30 km/h as the standard speed limit within built-up areas.
- 30 km/u limit: Targeted as the standard to reduce braking distance and improve safety, with 50 km/h only permitted where safety allows.
- Entree-punten: Strengthening metro stations as primary gateways to the regional network.
- Multimodal Network: Creating fine-meshed walking and cycling routes that minimize barriers like railways or waterways.
Parking Standards and Development Norms
The Parkeernota addresses high car ownership and parking pressure in village centers. It establishes new standards for spatial efficiency and multi-use infrastructure.
- Mobility Norms: Parking requirements for new developments are based on the area profile and multimodal accessibility.
- P+R Facilities: Strengthening Park & Ride locations near metro stations to reduce through-traffic.
- Shared Mobility: Promoting car-sharing as an alternative to second or third car ownership to free up public space.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary goal of the Albrandswaard Mobility Plan 2030?
The primary goal is to achieve more sustainable and future-proof mobility by reducing car dependency and prioritizing active transport modes like walking and cycling.
What does the STOMP principle stand for in this plan?
STOMP stands for the priority order: Stappen (Walking), Trappen (Cycling), Openbaar vervoer (Public Transport), Mobility as a Service (Shared Mobility), and Privéauto (Private Car).
What is the standard speed limit proposed for built-up areas?
The municipality strives for a 30 km/h speed limit within built-up areas to enhance traffic safety and livability, with 50 km/h being the exception.
How are new housing developments handled regarding mobility?
New developments should ideally be planned near metro stations and must comply with specific mobility norms that balance parking capacity with accessible sustainable transport alternatives.
Which future scenario has Albrandswaard selected for 2030?
The municipality selected Scenario 2: Duurzame versterking, which focuses on a balance between functional car use and the promotion of sustainable alternatives.
How does the plan address logistics and freight traffic?
It aims to limit the impact of freight by promoting local economies, utilizing delivery hubs at the edges of town centers, and encouraging zero-emission zones (ZE-zones).
What are the seven neighborhood profiles mentioned in the document?
The profiles are Rotterdam-Albrandswaard, Poortugaal-Noord, Rhoon-Noord, Rhoon-Zuid, Portland, Poortugaal-Zuid, and the Buitengebied.
What role do metro stations play in the mobility vision?
Metro stations are designated as crucial gateways and multimodal nodes where cycling, public transport, and shared mobility are integrated.
