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Southend-on-SeaCore Strategy Development
Plan DocumentRegulation 25
Consultation on alternative approaches to delivering strategic
objectives
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What is the Core Strategy DPD?
a Development Plan Document (DPD) part of the statutory development plan
the first of a series of documents that make up the Local Development Framework
must comprise: a Spatial Vision & Strategic Objectives a Spatial Strategy Core Policies a Monitoring & Implementation framework for delivery
monitored Annually It is not a Replacement Borough Local
Plan
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How does it fit within the Town’s Local Development Framework
(LDF)?
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Consultation on alternative approaches
inviting views and comments on: the suggested approach and possible
alternatives; and the Initial Sustainability Appraisal/SEA
use these to develop a second consultation document setting out the preferred approach
the findings of the SA/SEA will also influence development of preferred options
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The national, regional and local strategic policy
context
And Planning Policy Statements, Good Practice Guides etc
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The Core Strategy must address spatially the
delivery of: regeneration of Southend as a cultural and
intellectual hub and a centre of education excellence
jobs-led regeneration and growth: 13,000 additional jobs 2001-2021 6,000 additional dwellings 2001-2021
a step change in infrastructure investment and improved accessibility
High quality urban and natural environments
Urban Renaissance
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The structure of the Core Strategy DPD:
Section1An Aim and 16 Strategic Objectives Section 2Three over-arching Key Polices dealing with
broad spatial, development and implementation principles
Section 3-11Nine Core Policies setting out more specific
development principles for specific themes
all new development must accord with these principles
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Section 2: Key Policies
Key Policies cover the following issues: Spatial Strategy – where? Development Principles – how? Implementation and Resources –
who?
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Key Spatial Strategy Options
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Key Development Principles delivering the Spatial Strategy in a
sustainable manner ensuring all new development contributes
to: economic, social and physical regeneration and
Southend’s role as a cultural and intellectual hub making the best use of previously developed
land and buildings a step change in the design and quality of
buildings and spaces in the town respect for the natural, urban and historic
environments
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Implementation and Resources
clear planning guidance – Area Action Plans and SPDs
investment and resources – including the use of planning obligations
assembly of ‘clean sites’ - including use of Council land holdings, partnership arrangements and CPOs
fast track planning applications for employment generating development
Successful delivery of regeneration will depend on:
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Sections 3 – 11 Core (Thematic) Policies
3: Employment Generating Development – building on the town’s economic strengths
4: Town Centre and Retail Development – town centre/existing centres/new locations
5: Transport and Accessibility – improved and sustainable transport infrastructure
6: The Environment and Urban Renaissance – achieving a high quality, sustainable urban environment
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Section 3 – 11 Core (Thematic) Policies
7: Minerals and Soils Resources – protecting minerals and soils; restoring contaminated land
8: Community Infrastructure – ensuring education, health and well-being
9: Sport, Recreation and Green Space – safeguarding existing and securing new facilities
10: Dwelling Provision – meeting housing needs and securing affordable housing
11: Monitoring and Review – appraising effectiveness
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Above all it’s about people…….
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Buildings and places………..
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and the environment!
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What happens next?
Key Stage Date
Preferred Options Consultation
July 2005
Consideration of representations & discussions with community stakeholders
August – October 2005
Submission of Core Strategy DPD to SoS
March 2006
Pre examination meeting July 2006
Target date for Public Examination
September – October 2006
Adoption and Publication March – April 2007
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Consultation deadline
16th March 2005 www.southend.gov.uk