scope:

The 400 series of design modules covers the design of Operational, non-public buildings in the Network Rail national estate. This includes maintenance depots, rail operating centres, staff accommodation and trackside buildings.

This standard and the associated modules may be applied to all Network Rail operational buildings and building assets across the UK.

Purpose

This manual provides advisory guidance which supports Network Rail's broad objectives, goals, strategies and policy requirements for station design and planning. It references UK legislation and British Standards and provides a framework for design processes, assurance systems and specified controls that will encourage good design, assurance and control at all levels of station and infrastructure development.