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FELTHAM ISLEWORTH BRENTFORD SRB

Policy: IMP.3.1

BRENTFORD REGENERATION AREA

The Council will work in association with the Brentford Regeneration Partnership (now succeeded by Grand Union Community Development) to support and encourage the regeneration of the physical environment and improvements to the local economy in order to achieve wider social and community benefits.

Proposals which contribute to the objectives of the regeneration programme will be viewed favourably provided that they are consistent with other UDP policies. The primary objectives which the regeneration programme seeks to achieve include:

(i) the maintenance and support of existing business whilst focusing on the creation of new jobs and encouraging new investment;

(ii) environmental improvements to the area generally, with specific attention being given to the town centre, the Thames and canal side and conservation areas;

(iii) to reduce crime and increase community safety;

(iv) to improve the existing housing stock and provide new accommodation which meets the needs of the community, including the provision of affordable housing;

(v) to provide a range of community, cultural and leisure facilities and seek to attract visitors to the area; and

(vi) to provide a high quality built environment in terms of building design and urban design.

Policy: IMP.3.2

FELTHAM REGENERATION AREA

The Council will work in partnership with Feltham First Regeneration Partnership (now succeeded by Feltham Area Renewal) and other key players to promote development and investment which creates employment opportunities and equips local residents to compete effectively for jobs, improves the environment and facilities for residents and businesses, particularly in the town centre and the adjoining Green Belt land and engenders a sense of community and pride within the area.

Proposals which contribute to the objectives of the regeneration programme will be viewed favourably provided that they are consistent with other UDP policies. The primary aims which the regeneration programme seeks to achieve include:

(i) the creation of new and innovative business areas which provide a high quality and wide range of jobs and make a significant contribution to the demands of Heathrow airport and the aspirations of the West London economy. Of particular importance is the development of the Bedfont Lakes Technopark together with its associated benefits. This is a signature project and its delivery will be a key measure of the overall success of the regeneration programme;

(ii) the creation of a thriving town centre, offering new opportunities for retail, employment, leisure and community facilities in a high quality and safe environment;

(iii) substantial improvements to accessibility including a new rail interchange, measures to reduce congestion and prioritise pedestrians in an attractive traffic calmed environment, within the town centre;

(iv) increase the academic attainment and skill levels of the existing and future workforce in order to enhance their employment opportunities and in turn improve their quality of life; and

(v) encourage and assist the local community to recognise and fulfil the different needs and values of all its members, seeking opportunities for all and social equity.

Policy: IMP.3.3

ISLEWORTH REGENERATION AREA

The Council has facilitated and delivered the Isleworth Capital Challenge Programme, making substantial improvements to existing local authority housing, improving the environment, reducing crime and providing improved education, training, business and leisure opportunities to all people living in the area.

Proposals which contribute to continued regeneration will be viewed favourably provided that they are consistent with other UDP policies. The primary objectives which the programme seeks to achieve include:

(i) to improve community safety and reduce crime;

(ii) to enhance employment prospects and promote local competitiveness;

(iii) to combat below average educational achievement and skill levels;

(iv) to combat poor health and social exclusion through enhancing and strengthening leisure opportunities for residents; and

(v) to combat poor health through local health care support and improvement of people’s living conditions and environment.

Policy: IMP.3.4

HOUSING ESTATE REGENERATION

The Council is committed to the provision of an adequate supply of affordable housing, and will give particular consideration to specific initiatives and continue to work in partnership to look at innovative ways of upgrading existing dwellings and improving estates, and creating mixed communities. Works proposed will vary between specific estates, but are likely to include elements of the following:

improvements to or redevelopment of existing dwellings;

improvements to existing communal areas on estates, i.e. improvements to safety and security, landscape schemes and the quality of all open spaces including poorly designed spaces, such as car parking areas;

traffic management and parking schemes;

provision of additional housing, (including affordable housing) within the estate on former garage areas and/or under-utilised spaces within or adjacent to the estate; and

in some cases, demolition of existing poor quality housing and replacement with better quality housing in order to improve the quality of life on existing estates.

Proposals which contribute to housing estate regeneration will be viewed favourably provided that they consider the comprehensive treatment of estates, and result in good quality building and urban design, and are consistent with other UDP policies, specifically ENV-B.1.1 and H.4.1. Such proposals should take account of the role of open land in securing a good quality urban environment. Open space within estates should not normally be lost, particularly if it provides a valuable amenity or landscaped area for the local community and within an area of open space deficiency. Where the proposal satisfies the objectives of estate regeneration and land is genuinely suitable for development the quality and accessibility of the retained open space within the estate should be improved to enhance its overall value.

METROPOLITAN GREEN BELT (Ref ENVI)

Policy: ENV-N.1.1

PURPOSES OF INCLUDING LAND IN AND OBJECTIVES FOR THE USE OF LAND IN THE GREEN BELT

The main aim of the Green Belt in Hounslow is to prevent urban sprawl by keeping land permanently open. The four purposes of including land in the Green Belt in Hounslow are:

(a) to prevent neighbouring built-up areas from merging into one another;

(b) to check the unrestricted sprawl of Greater London;

(d) to assist in urban regeneration by encouraging the recycling of derelict and other urban land.

The Green Belt also offers opportunities to enjoy the open countryside.

The Green Belt in Hounslow, because of its location on the fringe of London, and its fragmented nature is subject to intense development pressure and thus very vulnerable. The Council will therefore safeguard the permanence and integrity of the Green Belt (as defined on the Proposals Map) by ensuring it is kept permanently open and by measures including land restoration, maintenance and management to fulfil the following objectives for the use of land in the Green Belt: retaining and enhancing land in agricultural, forestry and related uses; retaining and enhancing attractive landscapes; nature conservation interest and ecological value; providing opportunities for outdoor sport and recreation; maximising public access to and enjoyment of the open areas.

Policy: ENV-N.1.2

ACCEPTABLE DEVELOPMENT IN THE GREEN BELT

There is a general presumption against inappropriate development within the Green Belt (see detailed criteria below). The open low-lying character of Hounslow’s Green Belt provides opportunities for a diverse range of land uses including outdoor recreation, landscape amenity and nature conservation. In order to protect and enhance its open character, land within the Green Belt should be retained only as open land and kept free from built development. The visual amenities of the Green Belt should not be injured by proposals for development within the Green Belt which, although they would not prejudice the purposes of including land in Green Belts, might be visually detrimental by reason of their siting, materials or design.

The Council will not permit except in very special circumstances, any development which is not compatible with the principal purposes of the Green Belt.

A. The construction of new buildings inside the Green Belt is inappropriate unless it is for:

(i) agriculture and forestry;

(ii) essential facilities for outdoor sport and outdoor recreation, for cemeteries, and for other uses of land which preserve the openness of the Green Belt; or

(iii) limited extension, alteration or replacement of existing dwellings.

B. In addition, Kempton Water Treatment Works is designated as a major existing developed site within the Green Belt. Within the boundary of the site as defined on the Proposals Map, limited infilling for purposes related to the continuance of the existing use of the site will normally be permitted provided such infilling:

(i) represents the filling of a small gap between existing built development;

(ii) will have no greater impact on the purposes of including land in the Green Belt than the existing development; and

(iii) will not exceed the height of the existing buildings on the site or lead to a major increase in the developed proportion of the site.

C. The re-use of buildings inside a Green Belt is not inappropriate development providing:

(i) it does not have a materially greater impact than the present use on the openness of the Green Belt and the purposes of including land in it;

(ii) strict control is exercised over the extension of re-used buildings, and over any associated uses of land surrounding the building which might conflict with the openness of the Green Belt and the purposes of including land in it (e.g. because they involve extensive external storage, or extensive hardstanding, car parking, boundary walling or fencing);

(iii) the buildings are of permanent and substantial construction, and are capable of conversion without major or complete reconstruction; and

(iv) the form, bulk and general design of the buildings are in keeping with their surroundings. (Conversion proposals may be more acceptable if they respect local building styles and materials, though the use of equivalent natural materials that are not local should not be ruled out).

Mineral extraction need not necessarily be incompatible with the purposes of including land within the Green Belt, provided that high environmental standards are maintained and that the site is well restored (See also Policy ENV-P.3.1).

Policy: ENV-N.1.3

GREEN BELT IMPROVEMENTS

The Council will pursue ways of improving the positive role of the Green Belt in providing attractive landscape, visual amenity and improvement of land for wildlife, including restoration, maintenance and management of land, enhanced provision of public access and use, on land in its ownership and on land in private ownership when opportunities occur.

Policy: ENV-N.1.4

DEVELOPMENT NEAR THE GREEN BELT BOUNDARY

Any development proposal in areas near the Green Belt and conspicuous from within it, must be designed so that it does not detract from the open aspect or visual amenities of the Green Belt. Particular attention needs to be paid to building siting, materials, height, design and landscaping sympathetic to the Green Belt (See also Policy IMP.5.3 Comprehensive Project Areas).

METROPOLITAN OPEN LAND

Policy: ENV-N.1.5

PROTECTION OF METROPOLITAN OPEN LAND

The Council will safeguard the permanence and integrity of the Metropolitan Open Land within the Borough, with special regard to conserving and enhancing its particular character, appearance, historic and cultural value and its ecological value, whilst increasing access to and enjoyment of these large open spaces. The areas of Metropolitan Open Land in the Borough are:

Osterley Park and Surrounding Areas

The main features of this area are: an historic house and grounds, areas of woodland, agricultural land and grasslands, recreational open space, a golf course, areas of nature conservation value, waterways and a public park.

Chiswick House and Grounds

The main features of this area are an historic house and grounds, an Italian garden, water features, wilderness area and woodland areas of nature conservation value, nature trails and buildings and features of importance.

Dukes Meadow

The main features of this area are expansive areas of open space, numerous sports grounds, boat houses and recreational facilities, allotment gardens, burial ground, sites of importance for nature conservation, access to and views of the river and a Thameside path. Specific policies for the future use of this area are included in Policy ENV-N.1.8.

Gunnersbury Park and Carville Hall Park

The main features of this area are an historic house with large formal gardens and lakes, extensive areas of recreational open space, a museum and cemetery.

Syon Park

The main features of this area are an historic house and grounds with significant water features, agricultural and pasture lands, a Site of Special Scientific Interest for nature conservation, a range of renowned tourist, conference and other facilities and excellent views to and from the river (See Syon Park Planning Brief).

Butts Farm

The main features of this area is its contribution to the public open space for the residential area, its value for wildlife and nature conservation, recreational open space and its location as a gateway to the Crane Valley.

Cole Park and the River Crane - Isleworth

This small but important area of Metropolitan Open Land (MOL) forms the northern tip of a much larger area of MOL. Cole Park lies north of an area of MOL in the London Borough of Richmond and creates an open link to the Thames area of MOL. The site is characterised by allotments and the River Crane, which flows through the site up to its confluence with the Thames, and its vegetated banks.

Thames Riverside

The Thames riverside is characterised by its banks, islands, areas of nature conservation value, its river related features e.g. piers, slipways, wharves, steps, docks etc and its river uses, e.g. boatyards, residential moorings, etc, particularly those uses on Lots Ait and Isleworth Ait which all contribute to the special character of the riverside.

Boston Manor Park

The main features of this area are an historic house, grounds and lake overlooking the wooded terraces of the Brent, recreational open space, areas of nature conservation value and views over the Brent and the Grand Union Canal.

Policy: ENV-N.1.6

METROPOLITAN LAND: ACCEPTABLE USES

Most of the Metropolitan Open Land in Hounslow comprises relatively large areas of encapsulated countryside within the urban fabric of the Borough frequently the grounds of historic country houses.

Planning permission will not be granted for any development within Metropolitan Open Land which is not compatible with its open character and the defined acceptable uses.

Within the Metropolitan Open Land (as defined on the Proposals Map) permission will not be granted, except in very special circumstances, for other than the following uses with ancillary buildings and structures, where necessary, provided that they do not detract from the open nature and special character of the area:

(i) public and private open space and playing fields;

(ii) agriculture, woodland and orchards;

(iii) open air recreational facilities;

(iv) nature conservation;

(v) allotments and nursery gardens;

(vi) cemeteries;

(vii) rivers, canals, reservoirs, lakes, docks and other open water.

Development near to Metropolitan Open Land should respect the open nature and special character of that area (See also Policy ENV-N.1.7).

Residential moorings will be considered in accordance with Policies ENV-W.2.5 and ENV-W.2.6 Mineral extraction need not necessarily be incompatible with Metropolitan Open Land objectives, provided that high environment standards are maintained and that the site is well restored and that the special character of the area of MOL is not significantly adversely affected on a temporary or permanent basis (see also Policy ENV-P.3.1).

Policy: ENV-N.1.7

DEVELOPMENT NEAR THE METROPOLITAN OPEN LAND BOUNDARY

Any development proposal in areas near the Metropolitan Open Land boundary and conspicuous from within it must be designed so that it does not detract from the open aspect or visual amenities of the Metropolitan Open Land. Particular attention needs to be paid to building, siting, materials, height, design and landscaping sympathetic to Metropolitan Open Land.

Policy: ENV-N.1.8

DUKES MEADOWS/ RIVERSIDE LANDS, CHISWICK – SITE SPECIFIC MOL POLICIES

(A) Implementation of Policy ENV-N.1.6. on or immediately adjoining those parts of the University of Westminster Stadium, Riverside Racquet Club, Ibis Sports Ground and the Civil Service Sports Club containing buildings and hard surfaces the following will apply:

1. Subject to all other policies in the Plan, permission will normally be granted for clubhouses, buildings and structures ancillary to open air recreational facilities;

synthetic surfaced sports and associated areas;

floodlights;

associated car parking.

2. Preference will be given to the reuse and renewal of existing built development. (See also Policy IMP.1.2).

3. As a guide any built development should cover no more than 25% of the application site area, planning unit or curtilage, whichever is most appropriate, given the circumstances of the development proposed, synthetic surfaces should cover no more than 40% and 35% or greater should remain as open/grassed soft landscaped areas.

4. Development should normally be restricted to a height of four metres (single storey) or lower if greater harmonisation with the environment would be achieved. It should be of a high quality of design and utilise materials which would enhance the surrounding area (See Policy ENV-B.1.1).

5. Free standing spectator structures will generally not be permitted. Grassed areas, slightly raised or embankments may be considered for use as spectator areas so long as they do not detract from the visual amenity or character of the area.

6. Synthetic surfaces must be of a design, colour and materials so as to be compatible with the surrounding environment and enhance the amenity aspects of the area.

7. Any floodlights permitted must ensure that glare, spillage and the visual impact on the environment is minimal and adhere to the following criteria:

- The floodlighting columns should not exceed a height of seven metres.

- The lamps should be directed downwards so as to minimise glare and spillage.

- The lamps should have hoods of a suitable colour and design.

- Landscaping should be provided capable of screening the floodlights from neighbouring residents, other users of the area and to decrease the amount of glare and spillage.

- Reference should be made to Policy ENV-P.1.7 Light Pollution when proposing floodlighting in the area.

8. All development must be designed to create a safe and secure environment able to be utilised by all (See Policies ENV-B.1.8 and ENV-B.1.9). Design criteria must therefore also include public safety aspects such as lighting on public access ways and appropriate paving and landscaping.

9. Any development should comply with adopted car parking standards as set out in Appendix 3 and in particular those for recreation/leisure uses. It should be noted that these standards are maximum. Where a proposed use does not clearly fall within any development category specified in Appendix 3, then a special assessment of parking requirements will be required. Parking areas which are excessive either in terms of traffic generation or loss of open land will not be permitted (See Policies T.1.2 and T.1.4). High quality surfacing and landscape features/landscape appropriate to the character of the area should be provided with all parking proposals.

10. Any development should include traffic calming measures to ensure that vehicle speeds are restricted and that through traffic is discouraged and that unnecessary road capacity is not created. Measures must be implemented prior to the development becoming operational. The cumulative effect of increased traffic on the surrounding area will be taken into account when considering the appropriateness of a development. Action should be taken to improve the accessibility of the site by sustainable transport modes, such as walking, cycling and public transport (See Policies T.1.2 and T.1.4). Development resulting in additional road capacity and traffic which would adversely affect public safety, particularly that of pedestrians and cyclistscyclists or which would intrude into or detract from the open character of the area will not be permitted.

(B) Beyond the areas defined in (A) the following will apply:

1. Planning permission will normally only be granted for the following:

- Open field/grassed sports use;

- Pavilions;

- Allotments;

- Parkland/public open space.

2. Synthetic surfaces will not normally be permitted.

3. Floodlights will not normally be permitted.

4. Limited car parking may be provided for operational purposes (See Appendix 3).

5. Any pavilion must:

- Be associated with the open field sports use and therefore utilised primarily for the purpose of providing facilities such as changing rooms;

- Development shall be restricted to four metres (single storey) or lower if greater harmonisation of the environment would be achieved; and

- Be of a high quality of design and utilise materials which would enhance the surrounding area.

6. Along the Thames riverside, only the following uses and development will be permitted subject to compliance with all other relevant UDP policies:

- River-related recreational uses, such as a boat-house;

- Passive recreational facilities such as footpaths, cycle paths, and associated seating and landscape features;

- Children’s playground and picnic area; and

- Possible cafe/restaurant use on the bandstand site subject to appropriate environmental, design and traffic considerations.

7. The established ecological habitats and wildlife must be conserved and enhanced through appropriate means and protection.

8. All development must be designed to create a safe and secure environment able to be utilised by all. Design criteria must therefore include public safety aspects such as lighting on public access ways and appropriate paving, landscaping and street furniture (See Policies ENV-B.1.8 and ENV-B.1.9).

9. In dealing with traffic in this area, arising from development proposals, priority will be given to pedestrians and cyclists as the primary use of this area is for passive and low key recreation. Measures to ensure this continued emphasis must be implemented prior to the development becoming operational. Increases in road capacity and traffic will be opposed because of their intrusion into the open character of the area (See Policy T.4.2). Improvements to the safety of pedestrians and cyclists will be sought in connection with relevant development proposals and decreases in through traffic and the speed of traffic by traffic calming measures will be sought where possible.

Policy: ENV-N.1.9

METROPOLITAN OPEN LAND IMPROVEMENTS

The Council will pursue ways of improving the positive role of Metropolitan Open Land in providing attractive landscape, visual amenity and improvement of land for wildlife, including restoration, maintenance and management of land, enhanced provision of public access and use, on land in its ownership and on land in private ownership when opportunities occur.

CONSERVATION AREA

Policy: ENV-B.2.1

DESIGNATION OF CONSERVATION AREAS AND BOUNDARY REVIEW OF EXISTING AREAS

The Council will continue to protect areas of special quality by designating further conservation areas and review the boundaries of existing areas.

The Planning (Listed Building and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 empowers local authorities to designate as conservation areas those areas that are considered to have special historic or architectural interest, the character or appearance of which it is desirable to preserve and enhance.

The criteria for designation or review to which the Council will have regard are in particular:

(i) that the whole area, or connected parts, have a distinct physical identity such that they are usually distinguishable from surrounding development;

(ii) that the area possesses environmental and/or architectural cohesiveness;

(iii) that the area forms an entity of some size such as a street, a group of streets or a square, (as opposed to a single terrace or one or two buildings); or a well-defined and extensive area of open space;

(iv) that buildings within the area are of a high standard of architectural or townscape quality, often including listed buildings, but also buildings that are worthy of protection but would not qualify for listing, such as important landmarks in the local scene or examples of good local or vernacular style or materials;

(v) that the landscape, spatial quality or general layout exhibits some special environmental character derived for instance, from a natural or topographical feature, historic open space, landscaping or historic street pattern;

(vi) that the area possesses a sense of character that derives from land use, social, economic or historic associations.

Policy: ENV-B.2.2

CONSERVATION AREAS

The Council will preserve and enhance the character or appearance of existing (and proposed) conservation areas by ensuring that:

(i) any development within or affecting a conservation area preserves or enhances the character and appearance of the conservation area, any development should respect the character of the existing architecture in scale, design and materials;

(ii) there will be a presumption in favour of retaining any building in a conservation area, which makes a positive contribution to the character or appearance of the area. Where a building makes little contribution to the area, consent for demolition will not be given unless there are approved plans for redevelopment or re-use of the land;

(iii) any development proposal takes account of the Council’s specific conservation areaconservation area guidelines;

(iv) the Council will consider making Article 4 directions under the Town and Country Planning Development Order 1988, in those Conservation where such a direction is considered to be appropriate, subject to the availability of resources.

TOWN CENTRE BOUNDARY

Policy: S.1.1

MAIN SHOPPING AREAS

The Council will seek to maintain and enhance the main shopping areas Hounslow, Chiswick, Feltham, Brentford, Hounslow West and Bedfont - see Shopping Hierarchy Table S.1) by allowing expansion of shopping facilities and resisting non-retail uses in inappropriate locations (See Policies S.1.2, S1.3 and S.1.4). All proposals will be considered having regard to the existing hierarchy of centres within the Borough and West London generally.

PRIMARY SHOPPING FRONTAGE

Policy: S.1.2

NON-RETAIL USES IN PRIMARY FRONTAGES

Within primary frontages in main shopping areas (as defined on the Proposals Map and in Tables S.1 and S.2) the Council will generally resist a change of use from retail where the proposed use would not contribute to the character, vitality and viability of the centre. The acceptability of further non-retail use will not be made solely by reference to the number of outlets, proportions of floorspace or lengths of frontages but will take account of the following criteria:

(i) the likely impact on the retail function of the parade and its effect on the character, vitality and viability of the centre within the prime shopping area. Non-retail uses, generally or that of a particular non-retail use, should not be allowed to dominate primary areas so as to undermine the retail function;

(ii) the provision of a shop window display or other frontage complementary to the character of the shopping area;

(iii) the effect of the proposed use, either individually or cumulatively, on the environment, the amenity of adjoining occupiers and access and highway considerations particularly relating to on street parking;

(iv) that access is provided to and within the building for people with disabilities and for shoppers with prams or pushchairs.

SECONDARY SHOPPING FRONTAGE

Policy: S.1.3

NON-RETAIL USES IN SECONDARY FRONTAGES

In secondary shopping frontages in main shopping areas (as defined on the Proposals Map and in Tables S.1 and S.2) change from retail to non-retail use will be acceptable where the proposed use would not harm the character, vitality and viability of the centre. The acceptability of further non-retail uses will not be made solely by reference to the number of outlets, proportions of floorspace or lengths of frontages but will take into account the following criteria:

(i) the likely impact of the proposed use on the variety and activity in the shopping parade. Non-retail uses generally, or that of a particular non-retail use, should not be allowed to dominate the secondary area so as to undermine the retail function;

(ii) the provision of a shop window display or other frontage complementary to the character of the shopping centre;

(iii) the effect of the proposed use, either individually or cumulatively, on the environment, the amenity of adjoining occupiers and on access and highway considerations, particularly relating to on street parking;

(iv) that access is provided to and within the unit for people with impaired mobility and for shoppers with prams and pushchairs.

Policy: S.1.4

NON-RETAIL USES IN LOCATIONS OUTSIDE PRIMARY AND SECONDARY FRONTAGES WITHIN THE MAIN SHOPPING AREAS

The Council will normally allow the change of use from retail to non-retail use outside primary and secondary frontages having regard to the following criteria:

(i) the proposed use would not adversely affect the remaining retail function of the parade;

(ii) that the proposed use would not, either individually or cumulatively, have an adverse effect on the environment, residential amenity and on access and highway considerations particularly relating to on street parking;

(iii) that there is an appropriate shop window display or frontage complementary to the character of the area;

(iv) that there is satisfactory provision to and within the proposed use for people with disabilities and others with mobility problems including shoppers with pushchairs.

HERITAGE LAND

Policy: ENV-N.1.15

HERITAGE LAND (PARKS OF HISTORIC INTEREST)

The Council will protect the individual quality and character of and promote suitable public access to, each area of Heritage Land as shown on the Proposals Map.

THAMES POLICY AREA

Policy: ENV-W.1.1

DESIGN IN THE THAMES POLICY AREA

All development proposals within the Thames Policy Area as designated on the Proposals Map should normally:

(i) respect the scale, mass, height, silhouette, skyline, layout, materials and colour of buildings adjacent to and in the vicinity of the River;

(ii) optimise locational advantage by establishing and reflecting a relationship with the River;

(iii) treat the River as a frontage to create an attractive and inviting environment with a compatible River bank edge;

(iv) take account of the relationship with buildings and structures of particular sensitivity, including listed buildings and prominent landmarks;

(v) foster good urban design and wherever possible, open up views and create pedestrian routes, squares and open spaces which allow safe and secure public access to and along the River;

(vi) have regard to the potential prominence and visibility of the development and seek to protect local views along and across the Thames, (See Map ENV-B2 and Policies ENV-B.1.2. and ENV-B.1.3 on buildings and high structures);

(vii) be accompanied by a design statement prepared by the applicant for significant development proposals;

(viii) comply with other relevant UDP policies, including ENV-B1.1 ‘New Development'.

Policy: ENV-W.1.2

MIXED USES IN THE THAMES POLICY AREA

The Council will encourage a mixture of uses within the Thames Policy Area at a scale appropriate to a riverside setting, including public uses, especially on the lower floors of buildings fronting the river with access to and from the River front with attractive frontages.

Policy: ENV-W.1.3

IMPORTANT VIEWS AND STRUCTURES IN THE THAMES POLICY AREA

The Council will seek to protect the important Thameside views listed in Table ENV-B.1, together with the following structures and their settings which are associated with the River Thames and its history, from inappropriate development:

ISLEWORTH

"Nazareth House", Richmond Road

"The London Apprentice Public House"

58/60/62 Church Street

49/51/53 Church Street

55/57 Church Street

59 Church Street

61 Church Street

"Butterfield House", 63/65 Church Street

All Saints Church, Church Street

Syon Pavilion Boathouse, Syon Park

Syon House Conservatory, off Park Road

Syon House off Park Road

The Old Green School, Park Road

Ferry House

Holland House

BRENTFORD

Peerless Pumps, Ferry Lane

Former St. George's Church (now the Musical Museum), Brentford High Street

Former Metropolitan Water Board Pump House Tower (part of the Steam Museum), Kew Bridge Road

Kew Bridge, Kew Road

Pump Alley Cottages

66/68 High Street

Public House and adjoining Cottage, Ferry Square

The Old Fire Station, High Street

60 High Street

Old Sewerage Pump House, Chimney Base and associated period buildings in Town Meadow

The Cottage, Town Meadow

56 High Street

STRAND ON THE GREEN

97/96/95 Strand on the Green

"Pier House", Strand on the Green

"Cafe Rouge", 85 Strand on the Green

"Rose Cottage", 84 Strand on the Green

83 Strand on the Green

"Bell and Crown Public House", 13 Thames Street

71 Strand on the Green

"Zachary House", 70 Strand on the Green

68 & 69 Strand on the Green

66 & 67 Strand on the Green

"Zoffany House", 65 Strand on the Green

"Magnolia House", 64 Strand on the Green

1/2/3/4 The Moorings, Strand on the Green

"Compass House", 61 Strand on the Green

57/59/60 Strand on the Green

"Old Ship House", 56 Strand on the Green

52/53/53a/54/55 Strand on the Green

50 Strand on the Green

49 Strand on the Green

46/47 Strand on the Green

"Picton House", 45 Strand on the Green

"Wisteria House", 44 Strand on the Green

28 & 29 Strand on the Green

"The City Barge", 27 Strand on the Green

20/21/22 Strand on the Green

Kew Railway Bridge

"The Bull's Head Public House", 17 Strand on the Green

10/11/12/13/14 Strand on the Green

"Hopkin Morris Cottages", Strand on the Green

4/5/7 Strand on the Green

2 & 3 Strand on the Green

"Strand on the Green House", 1 Strand on the Green

78 Grove Park Road

72/74 Grove Park Road

70 Grove Park Road

68 Grove Park Road

Former Redcliffe College, Grove Park Road

University of London Boathouse, Hartington Road

"Hartington Court", Hartington Road

DUKE'S MEADOWS

Chiswick Bridge, Great Chertsey Road

Barnes Railway Bridge

OLD CHISWICK

St. Nicholas's Church, Church Street

"The Vicarage", Church Street

"Woodroffe House", Chiswick Mall

Policy: ENV-W.1.5

NATURE CONSERVATION IN THE THAMES POLICY AREA

The Council will protect, conserve and enhance the River Thames natural environment, including natural landscapes, habitats and species of nature conservation interest and habitats associated with the Thames and its islands. An assessment of the likely effect of development proposals on the ecology of the River Thames will be sought where these are likely to have a significant impact. An Environmental Impact Assessment will be required where appropriate (See Policy ENV-P.1.1).

NATURE CONSERVATION AREA

Policy: ENV-N.2.1

SITES OF NATIONAL NATURE CONSERVATION IMPORTANCE

Development will not be permitted within defined Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs), (as identified by English Nature and shown on the Proposals Map and listed in Table ENV-N.2) unless it can be shown that it would not be harmful to nature conservation interests at the defined site.

Development adjoining sites of national nature conservation importance will not be permitted unless it can be shown that there would be no damage to the nature conservation interests of the defined site. English Nature will be consulted on planning applications in, around or likely to affect a SSSI.

LOCAL NATURE RESERVE

Policy: ENV-N.2.2

SITES OF REGIONAL / LOCAL NATURE CONSERVATION

The Council will encourage the protection and sensitive management of these sites for regional, metropolitan and local nature conservation (As depicted on the Proposals Map). Development will only be permitted when it can be shown that it would not be harmful to nature conservation interests at the defined site and should include:

(i) built facilities for interpretation and nature study together with their ancillary uses;

(ii) other open air facilities where appropriate such as picnic areas and nature trails.

LOCAL OPEN SPACE

Policy: ENV-N.1.11

PROTECTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF LOCAL OPEN SPACE

Local Open Spaces are public and private open areas outside the Green Belt and MOL which provide essential visual breaks in built up areas, contribute to local amenity, and meet, or are capable of meeting recreational needs. These Local Open Spaces also often have an important nature conservation role. Planning permission will not, except in very special circumstances, be granted for development on Local Open Spaces, especially where it would lead to a deficiency in publicly accessible open space. It is important not only to protect open space from development, but also to ensure that opportunities are taken to improve the amenity value and to increase public access within areas identified as having an Open Space Deficiency. New buildings, infill development, extensions or the change of use of existing buildings are only acceptable for purposes ancillary to open air sport and recreation activities that preserve the predominately open character of the area and comply with other relevant UDP policies.

Planning permission will not normally be granted for any development or change of use which would result in the loss of, encroachment upon or form an intrusive element in, the overall open aspects of:

(i) public open space, including public parks, gardens and nature conservation areas (See also Table ENV-N.2);

(ii) playing fields, (private, public and those in educational use) and sports grounds, (See also PolicyENV-N.1.12);

(iii) private open space, particularly where this forms part of a larger open area, and is of benefit to the local community;

(iv) allotments and leisure gardens (See also Policy ENV-N.1.13).

SPECIAL PROTECTION AREA/RAMSAR SITE

Policy: ENV-N.2.0

SITES OF INTERNATIONAL NATURE CONSERVATION IMPORTANCE

Proposals for development or land use which may affect a European site, a proposed European site or a Ramsar site will be subject to the most rigorous examination. Development or land use change not directly connected with or necessary to the management of the site and which is likely to have significant effects on the site (either individually or in combination with other plans or projects) and which would affect the integrity of the site will not be permitted unless the authority is satisfied that:

(i) there is no alternative solution; and

(ii) there are imperative reasons of over-riding public interest for the development or land use change.

Where the site concerned hosts a priority natural habitat type and/or a priority species, development or land use change will not be permitted unless the authority is satisfied that it is necessary for reasons of human health or public safety or for beneficial consequences of primary importance for nature conservation.

HISTORIC PARKS AND GARDENS

Policy: ENV-N.1.16

HISTORIC PARKS AND GARDENS

Development will not normally be permitted which would adversely affect the site, setting or views to and from historic parks and gardens.

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