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3Non-Technical Summary1

31.1 Introduction and Background41.2 Local Plan Pre-Publication - Themes and Policies61.3 Conclusions

9Background and Methodology2

92.1 Introduction112.2 Stages of Sustainability Appraisal122.3 The Local Plan

17Sustainability Appraisal Framework3

173.1 SA Framework for the Local Plan

20Findings and Recommendations4

204.1 Short, Medium and Long-term Effects204.2 Summary of Sustainability Appraisal Assessment

26Testing the Objectives of the Local Plan5

265.1 The Local Plan Vision285.2 The Local Plan Objectives315.3 Testing the Objectives

35Testing the Policies of the Local Plan6

94Testing the Site Allocations of the Local Plan7

Contents

Sustainability Appraisal - Local Plan Pre-Publication

Non-Technical Summary 1Sustainability Appraisal - Local Plan Pre-Publication

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1 Non-Technical Summary

1.1 Introduction and Background

1.1.1 This report investigates the likely significant impacts on the borough in terms of thecontribution towards sustainability that might arise if the policy approaches proposed (2016)for the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames Local Plan (LP) are implemented.

1.1.2 The Government requires that all local planning authorities test their plans usingSustainability Appraisal to ensure that they do not conflict with the aims of sustainabledevelopment.

1.1.3 Each policy is assessed in terms of the overall balance of impacts on an agreed setof Sustainability Appraisal objectives. This methodology is outlined in the SustainabilityAppraisal Scoping Report (2016) (1) and has been developed through consultation. Thisappraisal is part of a process, which seeks to achieve policies that are in line with the principlesof sustainable development.

1.1.4 Each proposal site set out in the draft Local Plan has also been subject toSustainability Appraisal. This draft SA Progress report investigates the likely significantimpacts on the borough and the wider area in terms of the contribution towards sustainabilitythat might arise if the proposals set out are implemented. The appraisal of the options formany of the proposal sites were already set out in previous Sustainability Appraisal Reports,which have been produced in 2013 and 2014 to support the then emerging Site AllocationsPlan.

What is the Local Plan?

1.1.5 The Local Plan (previously known as Local Development Framework) sets out thepriorities for the development of the borough and will be used for making decisions on planningapplications. It consists of a number of planning documents and guidance. We commencedthe process of reviewing our existing planning policies within the adopted Core Strategy(2009) and Development Management Plan (2011) as well as considering the allocation ofkey sites for development. This report accompanies the formal consultation on the first draftLocal Plan (referred to as the pre-publication version) in early summer 2016, where therewill be an opportunity to comment on the priorities and policies. The Pre-Publication LocalPlan will also allocate sites for development.

1.1.6 The Council has put forward 45 borough-wide development polices. They are in linewith our previous Core Strategy strategic objectives that are under three themes: ProtectingLocal Character, A Sustainable Future, and Meeting People’s Needs, which provide thegolden thread throughout the Local Plan.

1.1.7 The development and appraisal of the Plan is an iterative process, with the policiesbeing refined to take account of the appraisal and consultation process. The policies mustbe in accordance with national and regional policies unless there is good evidence to support

1 Local Plan Sustainability Appraisal Scoping Report (2016) available at http://www.richmond.gov.uk/sustainability_appraisal_local_plan.htm

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a different approach. They have been subject to Sustainability Appraisal, developed andmodified to ensure that the chosen options are the most sustainable. More detailed informationon the individual policies is contained in Section 6 and on the site allocations in Section 7.

1.2 Local Plan Pre-Publication - Themes and Policies

1.2.1 The Local Plan has three inter-related themes of ‘Protecting Local Character’, ‘ASustainable Future’ and ‘Meeting People’s Needs’, which provide the golden thread throughoutthe Local Plan. The policies to deliver these themes are set out below:

1. PROTECTING LOCAL CHARACTER

Local Character and Design:

LP 1 Local Character and Design QualityLP 2 Building HeightsLP 3 Designated Heritage AssetsLP 4 Non-Designated Heritage AssetsLP 5 Views and VistasLP 6 Kew World Heritage SiteLP 7 ArchaeologyLP 8 Amenity and Living ConditionsLP 9 FloodlightingLP 10 Local Environmental Impacts, Pollution and Land ContaminationLP 11 Subterranean Developments and Basements

2. A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

Green Infrastructure:

LP 12 Green InfrastructureLP 13 Green Belt and Metropolitan Open LandLP 14 Other Open Land of Townscape ImportanceLP 15 BiodiversityLP 16 Trees and LandscapeLP 17 Green Roofs and WallsLP 18 River CorridorsLP 19 Moorings and Floating Structures

Climate Change:

LP 20 Climate Change AdaptationLP 21 Flood Risk and Sustainable DrainageLP 22 Sustainable Design and ConstructionLP 23 Water Resources and InfrastructureLP 24 Waste Management

3. MEETING PEOPLE’S NEEDS

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Town Centres:

LP 25 Development in CentresLP 26 Retail FrontagesLP 27 Local Shops, Services and Public Houses

Community Facilities:

LP 28 Social and Community InfrastructureLP 29 EducationLP 30 Health and WellbeingLP 31 Public Open Space, Play Space, Sports and RecreationLP 32 Allotments and Food Growing SpacesLP 33 Telecommunications

Housing:

LP 34 New HousingLP 35 Housing Mix and StandardsLP 36 Affordable HousingLP 37 Housing Needs of Different GroupsLP 38 Loss of HousingLP 39 Infill, Backland and Backgarden Development

Employment and Local Economy:

LP 40 Employment and Local EconomyLP 41 OfficesLP 42 Industrial Land and Business ParksLP 43 Visitor Economy

Transport:

LP 44 Facilitating Sustainable Travel ChoicesLP 45 Parking Standards and Servicing

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SITE ALLOCATIONS:

SA 1 Hampton Square, HamptonSA 2 Platts Eyot, HamptonSA 3 Hampton Traffic Unit, 60-68 Station Road, HamptonSA 4 Hampton Delivery Office, Rosehill, HamptonSA 5 Telephone Exchange, TeddingtonSA 6 Teddington Delivery Office, TeddingtonSA 7 Strathmore Centre, Strathmore Road, TeddingtonSA 8 St Mary's University, TwickenhamSA 9 Richmond upon Thames College, TwickenhamSA 10 The Stoop (Harlequins Rugby Football Club), TwickenhamSA 11 Twickenham Stadium, TwickenhamSA 12 Mereway Day Centre, Mereway Road, TwickenhamSA 13 Telephone Exchange, WhittonSA 14 Ham Close, HamSA 15 Cassel Hospital, Ham Common, HamSA 16 St Michael’s Convent, Ham Common, including new OOLTI designationSA 17 Ryde House, East TwickenhamSA 18 Richmond Station, RichmondSA 19 Friars Lane Car Park, RichmondSA 20 Sainsbury's, Lower Richmond Road, RichmondSA 21 Pools on the Park and surroundings, RichmondSA 22 Richmond Rugby and Richmond Athletic Ground, RichmondSA 23 Stag Brewery, Lower Richmond Road, MortlakeSA 24 Mortlake and Barnes Delivery Office, MortlakeSA 25 Kew Biothane Plant, Mellis Avenue, KewSA 26 Telephone Exchange and 172-176 Upper Richmond Road West, East SheenSA 27 Barnes Hospital, East SheenMOL boundary change at Harrodian School, Barnes

1.3 Conclusions

1.3.1 The findings of the Sustainability Appraisal process as set out in this report concludethat the draft Local Plan, both its policies and its site allocations, are well designed to deliversustainable development. The policies and site-specific proposals set out how the vision,spatial strategy and objectives of the draft Local Plan will be delivered. The objectives of theLocal Plan have been tested and assessed against the Sustainability Appraisal objectives.

1.3.2 Overall, the Local Plan objectives are very supportive of the delivery of theSustainability Appraisal objectives. The policies in the draft Local Plan aim to provide for thenecessary growth of the borough within its environmental, social and economic capacity andconstraints. In particular there are policies to reduce developments' contributions to climatechange, and make new and existing development more sustainable and more resilient to

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the effects of climate change. Detailed polices seek the minimisation and mitigation of climatechange in respect of flooding in particular, the protection of open space, historic parks,landscape and townscape, and preservation of heritage assets.

1.3.3 While the provision of new housing and social infrastructure, support for businessand requirements for different types of transport provision, may occasionally appear tothreaten the protection of the borough’s special environment, the Local Plan, taken as awhole, will ensure that the borough’s unique historic environment and character continue tobe protected throughout the Plan period.

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Background and Methodology 2Sustainability Appraisal - Local Plan Pre-Publication

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2 Background and Methodology

2.1 Introduction

2.1.1 A Sustainability Appraisal (SA) is required as an integral part of the process ofpreparing Local Plans (LPs). The purpose of a SA is to appraise the social, environmentaland economic effects of the spatial planning strategies and policies to ensure that they accordwith sustainable development principles (for more information see the NPPG Guidance onSustainability Appraisals). Sustainability Appraisal incorporates the requirements of theEuropean Directive 2001/42/EC on the “assessment of effects of certain plans andprogrammes on the environment” or the strategic environmental assessment or SEA Directive.Through the SA process, it is possible to highlight the sustainability implications of the chosenpolicies, and put forward mitigation measures where applicable

2.1.2 The five stages to the SA process are set out in the figure below.

2.1.3 This report accompanies Stage B, the public consultation on the Pre-publicationVersion Local Plan, and appraises whether, and how much the Pre-publication Versionpolicies and proposals contribute to or detract from meeting the SA objectives.

2.1.4 A final SA Progress Report will be prepared to support the Local Plan Publicationversion, before the documents are submitted for Examination In Public in 2017.

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2.2 Stages of Sustainability Appraisal

First Stage (A): Sustainability Appraisal Scoping Report

2.2.1 The first stage of the SA process (Stage A) was the production of a Scoping Report,which sets out the method of appraisal, and should be read in conjunction with this report.A copy can be downloaded from the Council’s website athttp://www.richmond.gov.uk/sustainability_appraisal_local_plan.htm

2.2.2 It contains all the relevant and detailed information about the borough and identifieskey indicators for monitoring purposes. The Scoping Report was consulted on in January2016. It was sent to the three statutory consultees as well as to other relevant interestedparties, and it was made available more widely as part of the consultation on the scope ofthe review of the policies.

2.2.3 The SA framework was set out in the Scoping Report and has been amended inresponse to comments received. These comments received and how they have been takeninto account can be viewed on the Council’s website via the above link.

2.2.4 The final revised Scoping Report, which took account of the responses submitted,was published in May 2016. This also took account of any new and emerging policies andprogrammes, changes to legislation and updated background data. The baseline andcharacteristics of Richmond upon Thames and the issues highlighted are kept under review. The Sustainability Appraisal Framework is therefore considered appropriate for the LocalPlan.

Second Stage (B): Developing and improving the options for policies and assessingtheir effects - Current stage/this report

2.2.5 Stage B involves:

comparing the aims of plans developed as part of the Local Plan with the 15 sustainabilityobjectives developed as part of the sustainability appraisal;developing alternatives for emerging proposals and policies within the plan; andproducing a first draft of a sustainability appraisal of those policies.

2.2.6 The options and alternatives for the policies as well as proposal sites to be includedin the draft Local Plan were assessed against the 15 sustainability objectives; the results ofthis assessment are contained within this report. The Sustainability Appraisal results havebeen used to inform which policy options, sites and proposals should be included in the draftLocal Plan.

2.2.7 This SA Progress report shows the results of the assessment and the extent to whichthe options and alternatives for the policies and specific sites in the borough help to achievethe relevant sustainability objectives. See Sections 6 and 7 of this report.

Third Stage (C): Preparing the SA report

2.2.8 Stage C (Preparing the SA Report) will involve:

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Predicting and assessing the environmental, social and economic effects of the preferredproposals and policies of the draft Plan – this will be on the Council’s Publication Versionof the Site Allocations Plan.Developing proposals for monitoring.Producing the Sustainability Appraisal / Environmental Report.

2.2.9 The final policies and proposals for the Local Plan will be informed by the SustainabilityAppraisal Progress Report (i.e. this report) and any consultation responses received on thisSA Report and Pre-Publication Version of the Plan. The final proposals and uses for specificsites will be assessed against the 15 sustainability objectives and the results will be presentedin the final SA report (Stage D).

Fourth Stage (D): Consulting on the draft plan (Publication) and SA report

2.2.10 Stage D will involve:

1. D1: Public participation in the SA Report and draft Plan2. D2: Assessing significant changes

Consultation on the draft Plan, which will be the Council’s Publication Version of the SiteAllocations Plan.

2.2.11 At this stage the Council will consult on the draft Local Plan and accompanyingSustainability Appraisal to find out whether the SA is acceptable, or if policies or proposalsfor sites contained within the Plan could be made more sustainable.

2.2.12 Stage D2 will be carried out following the consultation on the Pre-Publication of theLocal Plan, at which stage it will be determined whether any further changes are required tothe Plan. Any subsequent changes will then be incorporated into the Publication version ofthe Plan, which will be again consulted on and accompanied by the final SustainabilityAppraisal / Environmental Report.

2.3 The Local Plan

The existing Local Plan

2.3.1 The existing Local Plan for the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames sets outhow and where development in the borough will be delivered in the future and is currentlymade up of a series of documents, as shown in the table below. All existing Local Plandocuments are available to view on the Council's website at: www.richmond.gov.uk/local_planand have been subject to Sustainability Appraisal.

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StatusFunctionPlan

Adopted in April 2009Vision and strategic policiesCore Strategy

Adopted in November2011

Detailed policies for themanagement of development

Development ManagementPlan

Adopted in July 2013Policies and proposals forTwickenham

Twickenham Area ActionPlan

Adopted in July 2015Planning for wasteJoint West London WastePlan

Adopted in March 2005Saved site-specific proposalsSaved Unitary DevelopmentPlan

2.3.2 The Core Strategy outlines the vision, spatial strategy and includes 20 core planningpolicies on topics such as climate change, housing, employment and retailing. It providesthe framework for the development of other Development Plan Documents (DPDs) withinthe Local Plan to build upon.

2.3.3 The Development Management Plan (DMP) builds on the objectives and principlesof the Core Strategy and includes more detailed policies for the management of development.The DMP was adopted in November 2011.

2.3.4 The Council adopted the Area Action Plan (AAP) for Twickenham Town Centre in2013, which sets out detailed policies and proposals for Twickenham town centre.The NPPFwas fully taken into account during the development of the AAP, and due to its relativelyrecent adoption, the AAP will not be reviewed or amended as part of the Local Plan Review.

2.3.5 The six west London Boroughs (Brent, Ealing, Harrow, Hounslow, Hillingdon andRichmond upon Thames) and latterly the Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation,have jointly prepared the West London Waste Plan (WLWP). It sets out a strategy for thesustainable management of waste and also allocates sites for managing West London'swaste over the period up to 2031.

2.3.6 The saved Unitary Development Plan has been largely replaced by the Local Plan(i.e. the Core Strategy, Development Management Plan and West London Waste Plan). Theonly parts of the UDP that remain saved and have not been superseded are the site-specificProposals.

2.3.7 The Council commenced work on the Site Allocations Plan in December 2012 witha ‘Call for Sites’ consultation. Subsequently, pre-publication consultations were undertakenin 2013 and 2014. The Council will no longer pursue a separate Site Allocations DPD andtherefore any site-specific allocations will be taken forward alongside the review of the existingpolicies. This enables the Council to align the sites available with the needs of the boroughas identified through the Local Plan Review.

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2.3.8 The Borough Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL), although not a formal DPD, is ofrelevance to the Local Plan as it sets out the Council’s rates of CIL that apply to certain typesof development in the borough.

The draft Local Plan

2.3.9 Between 4 January and 1 February 2016, the Council undertook a consultation onthe rationale and scope for the review of the Core Strategy and DMP policies as well as theproposed sites to be allocated for development. This was an additional stage of consultationby the Council (not prescribed by the Town and Country Planning (Local Planning) (England)Regulations 2012) to provide the opportunity for early engagement with interested parties,including Duty to Cooperate bodies.

2.3.10 As part of the early consultation, the Council prepared an assessment of eachexisting planning policy of the Core Strategy and DMP against relevant national and regionalpolicies and guidance, as well as local evidence and identified needs. This was used toindicate whether there was a need to review the policy and what that scope of the reviewmight involve.

2.3.11 The Council received 80 responses to the scoping consultation. All responses havebeen analysed and considered as part of the preparation of this Pre-Publication version ofthe Local Plan. A record of all responses submitted including a full analysis of the consultationr e s p o n s e s a r e ava i l a b l e o n t h e C o u n c i l ' s we b s i t e a t :www.richmond.gov.uk/local_plan_review.htm.

2.3.12 Public consultation on this Pre-Publication version is to be carried out from 8 Julyuntil 19 August 2016 for a 6-week period in line with Regulation 18 of the Local PlanningRegulations.

2.3.13 The indicative timetable for the Local Plan Review is set out in the table below.

WhenWhat

4 January - 1 February 2016(completed)

Consultation on scope of review of policies and draftsite allocations – this consultation

8 July - 19 August 2016 (currentstage)

First consultation on the draft Local Plan('Pre-publication')

Late Autumn 2016Second consultation on the draft Local Plan('Publication') that the Council intends to submit toSecretary of State

Spring/Summer 2017Submission of the draft Local Plan to the Secretary ofState

Autumn/Winter 2017/18Independent Examination in Public

Spring 2018Adoption of the Local Plan

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2.3.14 The assessment of the policies and options is contained within Section 6 and Section7 of this report. Short, medium and long-term impacts are assessed. Any uncertainties,unknown factors, and initial suggestions for reducing negative impacts (called mitigationmeasures) are included in the commentary boxes in the table. As a brief overview, a summaryof the findings and recommendations is set out within Section 4 of this document.

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3 Sustainability Appraisal Framework

3.1 SA Framework for the Local Plan

3.1.1 In order to help assess the sustainability of the policies in the Local Plan, and tomonitor its achievement in sustainability terms, sustainability objectives and indicators aredeveloped in order to measure the operation of the Local Plan. The objectives are, wherepossible expressed in terms of targets, the achievement of which should be measurableusing indicators selected.

3.1.2 The Sustainability Appraisal (SA) objectives are based on the issues, which areaffecting the borough, as identified in the SA Scoping Report.

3.1.3 The SA objectives for the Site Allocations Plan, as shown in the table below, areintended to compliment the Local Plan objectives, and are not designed to supersede orreplace these. The SA objectives purely provide the framework for assessment. They aredesigned to provide a balance between the three pillars of sustainable development: theenvironment, the economy and society. The actual numbers of social, environmental andeconomic objectives are not the same because they reflect the key issues in the borough.

3.1.4 The SA objectives have been initially developed for the Sustainability Appraisal ofthe Core Strategy. They were subsequently reviewed for the DMP, then again for theTwickenham AAP and the Site Allocations Plan. They have lastly been reviewed as part ofthe Scoping Report for the Local Plan to take account of changes to baseline information aswell as policies, plans and programmes.

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Sustainability Appraisal Framework for the Local Plan

SocEconEnv

x1) To prevent and reduce the amount of waste that is produced and increase theproportion that is reused, recycled and composted, recovered (including energy recovery)before lastly disposal.

x2) To reduce pollution (such as air, noise, light, water and soil) from any source andensure air and water quality improves and safeguard soil quality and quantity.

xx3) To reduce the need for travel, encourage alternatives to the car, make best use ofexisting transport infrastructure and improve public transport integration.

xx4) To mitigate climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promotingsustainable energy use through maximising energy efficiency, use of zero- and lowcarbon technologies and renewable energy, and provide satisfactory water and sewerageinfrastructure.

xxx5) To ensure resilience to the effects of climate change through effective adaptation,in particular avoiding or reducing flood risk from all sources and conserving water.

x6) To conserve and enhance biodiversity, avoid damage and irreversible losses todesignated sites and protected species, adding to the abundance of non-designatedbiodiversity features and habitats (such as trees, gardens, green roofs and otherfeatures).

xxx7) To promote high quality places, spaces and buildings and conserve and enhancethe borough’s landscape and townscape character and its heritage assets and theirsettings.

xx8) To protect and enhance the quality and range of parks and open spaces and planpositively for the creation, protection and enhancement of the green infrastructurenetwork.

xxx9) To make best and efficient use of previously developed land and existing buildings,implement sustainable design and construction practices and remediate and reusecontaminated land.

xx10) To provide new housing opportunities and sufficient affordable housing that meetslocal needs.

x11) To facilitate and improve the health and well-being of the population, reduce healthinequalities and deliver safer and more secure communities.

xx12) To promote the independence of people and communities by improving the quality,range and accessibility of services and facilities, such as health, transport, education,training, employment, environment, leisure, sport and recreation opportunities.

xx13) To increase the vitality and viability of existing town centres, local centres andparades.

xx14) To promote and strengthen a buoyant, diverse and resilient local economy andfacilitate inward investment that will secure sustainable economic growth.

xx15) To increase the amount and quality of commercial development opportunities tomeet the needs of the local and sub-regional economy.

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4 Findings and Recommendations

4.1 Short, Medium and Long-term Effects

4.1.1 The SA procedure was to appraise the each of the policies against the SA objectivesand identify the effects over the short, medium and long term using the key shown in thetable below.

Very sustainable++

Sustainable+

Neutral/uncertain?

Unsustainable-

Very unsustainable- -

4.1.2 +/-/? In some instances, the option could have both positive and negative effectsagainst a sustainability objective. The reasons for including both pluses and minuses in theappraisal are explained in the commentary. In other instances, where there is someuncertainty as to whether the effect will occur, a question mark may be added.

4.1.3 The assessment looks at key discernible effects - but there may be other impactson the environment e.g. increase in the need to travel will in all likelihood have a wide rangeof effects on the environment including on water quality because of contaminants and onbiodiversity through land take. The system does not attempt to score or weight options, butto flag up significant impacts. The impact of an option identified as having significant adverseeffects on a sustainability objective may, with appropriate mitigation, be modified to reduceits negative effects.

4.1.4 For this exercise short term is considered to be a 5 year period from 2018 to 2023;medium term from 2024 to 2029; long term from 2030 to 2035 and beyond.

4.1.5 In some cases, knowledge of the potential impacts of a policy may be limited,particularly where cumulative effects are concerned and the appraisal therefore involvesmaking a certain amount of subjective judgements of the likely sustainability impacts ofproceeding with any option over the short, medium and long term. The judgement is madeby reference to what the sustainability objective is trying to achieve and the possible impacta proposed action may have.

4.1.6 The full findings of this SA are set out within Sections 6 and 7 of this report.

4.2 Summary of Sustainability Appraisal Assessment

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4.2.1 The following provides a summary of the Sustainability Appraisal assessment carriedout for the relevant Local Plan policies and site allocations.


Design and Character (policies LP 1, 2 and 39)

4.2.2 The draft Local Plan policies on design and character seek to protect the borough'soutstanding built, historic and natural environment. The approach of protecting the differentvillage areas and their distinctiveness scores very positively against the objectives relatingto the borough's townscape, landscape and open spaces.The SA assessment acknowledgesthat the borough is characterised by its densely populated areas and large expanses ofprotected open space, all of which constrain opportunities for housing and large scalecommercial development. This approach scores positively in relation to the objective onmaking best and efficient use of previously developed land. The benefits of high-qualitycharacter and a well-designed environment will in turn bring about indirect benefits in termsof safer, more cohesive communities as well as health and well-being. In addition, an attractive,well-designed environment and public realm may also encourage inward investment andbenefit the local economy.

Heritage (policies LP 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7)

4.2.3 Maintaining and, where possible, enhancing the borough’s heritage assets cancontribute to quality of life by maintaining the high quality built environment, thus meetingthe landscape/townscape objectives. The environment is not only attractive for businessesbut also visitors and tourists and thus has a positive effect on the economy by attractinginward investment.

Open Land and River Corridors (policies LP 12, 13, 14, 18 and 19)

4.2.4 A strategy of protecting open land and rivers and encouraging play, sport andrecreation will have a positive effect on all environmental objectives, with a direct positiveimpact on biodiversity, landscape/townscape and health and well-being objectives, and amore indirect positive impact on the vitality of the town centres and local economy objectivesby maintaining an attractive natural environment which encourages people to visit and invest.It has also been assessed as positive that the Spatial Strategy demonstrates that housingneeds can be met without releasing protected open land.

Biodiversity and Urban Greening (policies LP 15, 16 and 17)

4.2.5 A strategy of protecting and enhancing the borough's high quality environment, treesand landscape as well as the unique biodiversity value of the borough can contribute toquality of life and protect the natural environment. It has been assessed as very positive thatthe biodiversity policies are not just aimed at protecting sites designated for their biodiversityand nature conservation value, but also the non-designated sites and the connecting greenspaces and stepping stones between habitats.

2. FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

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Pollution, waste and residential amenity (policies LP 8, 9, 10 and 11)

4.2.6 Protecting amenity and living conditions of existing and future residents scorespositively against the objective relating to health and wellbeing of the population. In addition,managing local environmental impacts, pollution and land contamination scores very positivelyagainst a variety of environmental objectives.

Climate Change mitigation (policies LP 22, 23 and 24)

4.2.7 The policies that seek to minimise the likely effects of climate change, in particularreducing carbon dioxide emissions, and help people and property to adapt to a changingclimate by reducing their vulnerability, score positively against the environmental objectivesof the SA Framework. The SA assessment demonstrates that the Local Plan will contributeto ensuring developments will be constructed in a sustainable manner, for example byincorporating energy efficiency measures, utilising renewable energy and reducing waste.

Climate Change adaptation, including water resources (policies LP 20, 21 and 23)

4.2.8 Policies to reduce flood risk by locating new development in areas of lower risk,encouraging sustainable drainage and maintaining flood defences have a direct positiveimpact on the water sustainability objective, as do the policies to protect water resourcesand infrastructure and ensure water and sewerage provision.

Transport and travel choice (policies LP 44 and 45)

4.2.9 The Spatial Strategy seeks to locate larger scale developments in locations withconvenient access to facilities and employment thereby, minimising the need to travel, whichscore positively against the relevant environmental objective on travel and reducinggreenhouse gas emissions. Promoting cycling and walking, which contribute significantlytowards creating an attractive and pleasant environment, is a key theme of the Plan that runsthrough various policies. This has not only positive impacts in relation to congestion and airpollution, but cycling and walking has also been shown to be beneficial to an individual'shealth and wellbeing as well as bringing economic benefits to the borough’s centres. It isnoted that the parking standards will be developed and further refined for the Publicationversion of the Plan. At that later stage, a further Sustainability Appraisal in relation to theparking standards and the different options will be carried out. Restricting forecourt parkinghas been assessed as having beneficial impacts on both the landscape and townscape inaddition to reducing surface water flooding.


The Borough’s centres (policies LP 25, 26 and 27)

4.2.10 The policies on the borough's centres, including the approach of locating higherdensity and larger development as far as possible in the borough’s main centres, scorepositively in relation to landscape, townscape, open spaces, heritage and health and wellbeingobjectives. Whilst the approach of protecting the provision of a range of facilities within thelocal area may prevent more housing development from coming forward, it scores very

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positively against the economic and social objectives, particularly as it enables theindependence of people including the older population. In addition, it should reduce the needto travel by car and therefore be beneficial for the environment.

Housing (policies LP 34, 35, 36, 37, 38 and 39)

4.2.11 The policies on housing have been assessed as having very positive impacts onthe social objectives of the SA framework, particularly the objective relating to housingopportunities and affordable housing. Existing housing stock will be protected and opportunitiesfor new housing to cater for local needs will be maximised, taking account of other policieswhich seek to protect character and the environment. It is also very positive that the policiesseek to maximise affordable housing opportunities and for specific groups that meet localneeds.

Social Infrastructure (policies LP 28, 29, 31, 32 and 33)

4.2.12 Encouraging provision of new and restricting the loss of existing social infrastructure,including educational uses, should ensure provision that benefits communities, meeting theneeds of users and ensuring modern, flexible provision for the future. These policies scorevery positively against the social objectives of the SA framework. The most sustainablecommunity services and facilities are those that meet the needs of communities locally, wherepossible. New development will need to be supported by adequate infrastructure provision,particularly schools and health facilities, and also by transport, communications such asbroadband, and utilities, as well as other services and facilities essential for the quality of lifeof residents. Whilst the continued protection of play spaces, sports and playing fields in theborough may potentially score negatively against the objectives relating to the provision ofnew housing and commercial development, overall, these policies have been assessed ashaving a positive impact, particularly in relation to the health and wellbeing of the population,reducing health inequalities and contributing to active lifestyles.

Health and wellbeing and tackling obesity (policy LP 30)

4.2.13 Although Richmond residents are one of the most active participants in sports inthe UK, there are communities within the borough with lower levels of good health. Thepolicies promoting health and wellbeing, including the restriction on fast food take-aways,score very positively against the social objectives of the SA framework. Whilst this restrictiveapproach to take-aways may prevent some commercial development opportunities, particularlywithin the borough's centres and in proximity to schools, overall, it has been assessed asvery positive.

Local Business (policies LP 40, 41, 42 and 43)

4.2.14 Developments will be required to meet the employment needs of the borough andenable retention of economically active people within a balanced community. Retaining landfor employment will provide scope for expansion and relocation of existing businesses, manyof whom provide a service for local residents e.g. builder’s yards and car repair garages.However, encouraging both the visitor economy and the provision of larger employmentsites needs to be balanced against possible negative impacts associated with attracting

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in-commuting. Cumulative impacts of losses of employment land throughout the borough willhave a significant effect upon the economy and quality of life of the borough. The sequentialapproach seeks to manage the possible alternative uses on existing employment land inorder to maintain and support a vibrant local economy and the well-being of residents.

4.2.15 It is important to strike a balance between protecting the environment for futuregenerations and enabling the economy to thrive today. Protecting 'Key Office Areas' of theborough as well as industrial land and business parks has been assessed as having positiveimpacts because they identify and protect locally important employment land, thus ensuringthat local communities continue to have access to local jobs. Through the designation of the'Key Office Areas' and the protection of employment land within policies, the long-term futureof these sites, including their contribution to the local economy and the provision of jobs, canbe secured.

4.2.16 Any likely impacts from new commercial development on the environment will bemitigated by measures designed to reduce impacts in the long term, such as tree planting,structural landscaping, design, travel plans etc. In addition, proposals will be required to meetthe latest requirements in terms of energy efficiency, resource use, recycling etc.

SITE ALLOCATIONS

4.2.17 The large majority of the draft proposal sites as set out in the Local Plan are likelyto have positive impacts, particularly as they will be addressing identified needs and demandsin the borough.

4.2.18 Some proposal sites may potentially have positive as well as negative impacts.Generally speaking, the positive as well as negative impacts increase the more action andintervention is taken on sites. For example, an intensification of uses on sites would makemore efficient and better use of previously developed land, thus contributing to the protectionof the borough’s parks and open spaces. However, an intensification in uses may havepotential negative impacts on traffic, parking and on waste.

4.2.19 In addition, a small number of sites are within flood risk areas, where new and/orintensified uses could potentially put more users/residents at risk of flooding. Wherever theSustainability Appraisal identified potential negative impacts or dis-benefits, the SustainabilityAppraisal makes recommendations on how mitigation measures could be incorporated intothe Local Plan's proposals to reduce or mitigate some of these impacts, or subsequentlyduring the planning application process. Any potential negative impacts or consequences ofproposals need to be understood and mitigated prior to the development of the detaileddesign.

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5 Testing the Objectives of the Local Plan

5.1 The Local Plan Vision

5.1.1 A draft vision has been developed for the Local Plan, which is based on the existingvision contained within the Core Strategy, and is set out in the following:

The Local Plan Strategic Vision

Our vision for the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames over the next 15 yearsis to build on the success of maintaining and enhancing the borough's villages, its uniquecharacter and developing a strong and varied sense of place, in partnership with localcommunities and other key stakeholders.


Villages and historic environment

The borough's villages and their special and distinctive characters will have beenprotected, with each being unique, recognisable and important to the community and tothe character of the borough as a whole. Villages will continue to maintain and enhancetheir distinctiveness in terms of the community, facilities and local character. ListedBuildings and Conservation Areas, which contribute so significantly to the character ofthis borough, will have been protected and enhanced.

Residential quality of life

Richmond borough will be the best place in London to live as a result of the quality ofthe built environment and the high quality design of new development that respects andenhances its distinctive character. The amenity of residents and local neighbourhoodswill have been protected and action taken on environmental issues and pollution. Thequiet and peaceful nature of the borough, alongside its breathtakingly beautiful parksand open spaces, will continue to ensure that all Richmond borough residents cherishtheir local area as a place to live.

Natural environment, open spaces and the borough's rivers

The outstanding natural environment and green infrastructure network, including theborough's parks and open spaces, biodiversity and habitats as well as the uniqueenvironment of the borough's rivers and their corridors will have been protected andenhanced where possible. Residents will continue to highly value and cherish theborough's exceptional environmental quality.

2. A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

Sustainable growth and transport

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The borough's main centres will have accommodated the majority of higher density andlarger scale developments, thus enabling people to walk to shops and services or usepublic transport. New development will be of exceptional design quality and will haverespected the borough's environmental capacity and constraints through the optimisationof land. Development opportunities outside of the main centres will have been realisedand well integrated within existing communities, the environment and infrastructure.Local communities will enjoy the new village heart in Mortlake and residents will haveaccess to a choice of new and improved homes in Ham Close.

Whilst cars will still be a crucial part of our future, the borough's improved transportnetwork and interchanges will encourage many residents as well as those who work andvisit the borough to make journeys using high quality public transport and walking andcycling routes. The built environment, spaces and public realm will be attractive andpleasant, and residents will have increasingly adopted active and healthy lifestyles andenjoy the borough's cycling and walking networks.

The borough and its interrelationship with Greater London and the South East

The borough will continue to relate in a sustainable way to Greater London and the SouthEast in terms of providing homes, jobs, shops and services. Local communities andresidents from neighbouring and other London boroughs as well as the wider region willenjoy the borough's exceptional parks, open spaces and recreational and culturalopportunities. The borough's reputation and role in providing the green lung for southwest London will be recognised and cherished in Greater London and beyond.

The borough will continue to be an attractive and inviting place, and visitors will cometo the borough to enjoy the many tourist attractions, including the unique, historic andcultural assets that are connected by the River Thames.

A sustainable and smart borough

The Council will have played its part in minimising vulnerability of people and propertyto a changing climate, including mitigating and adapting to the effects of climate changeand supporting the move towards zero carbon. The borough will be a place whereinnovation and Smart City technology is harnessed to enable smart digital andcommunications infrastructure, enabling businesses to respond to customer demand,and to support the borough on its path to becoming smarter.


Facilities to meet needs

Residents will have a choice of new homes, including affordable homes, as well as theinfrastructure required to support their daily needs. They will have access to a range ofexceptional educational and training facilities, including a choice of schools and nurseries,community facilities, shops and services as well as employment and recreational activities.

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Residents will have benefited from local training and employment opportunities, and theywill continue to enjoy the strong sense of community and inclusiveness as well as socialinteraction and cohesion.

The borough's centres

The borough's centres, including the main centres as well as local and neighbourhoodcentres and parades, will continue to perform well and flourish. Central Richmond willcontinue to thrive and a new and improved station will provide a welcoming and pleasantenvironment for all those that live, work and visit the borough. Twickenham, includingthe station and surrounding area as well as the riverside, will have been rejuvenatedand developed into a flourishing and vibrant business and cultural centre. Whitton,Teddington and East Sheen will have maintained and enhanced their role in providingshops, services and employment opportunities for local communities.

Jobs and the local economy

The borough's local economy will be successful. Jobs will be readily available and therewill be a choice of employment opportunities as the borough's Key Office Areas as wellas the industrial land and business parks will have been protected from encroachingresidential development. Employment space will have supported new business start-upsand enabled businesses to grow. There will continue to be a high proportion and varietyof small local businesses, offering local jobs, and further opportunities for residents toset up their own enterprise.

5.2 The Local Plan Objectives

5.2.1 The strategic objectives for the Local Plan outline what will need to be achieved todeliver the Local Plan's strategic vision (as set out above). The objectives also set out howthe key sustainability issues facing the borough, as identified in the Sustainability Appraisaland its Scoping Report, are addressed.

The following objectives set out how the key issues facing the borough as set out in theSustainability Appraisal, the strategic vision and the Spatial Strategy will be delivered:

Protecting Local Character

1. Maintain and enhance the borough's attractive villages, including the unique,distinctive and recognisable local characters of the different village areas and theirsub-areas.

2. Protect and, where possible, enhance the environment including historic assets,retain and improve the character and appearance of established residential areas,and ensure new development and public spaces are of high quality design.

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3. Protect and improve the borough's parks and open spaces to provide a high qualityenvironment for local communities and provide a balance between areas for quietenjoyment and wildlife and areas to be used for sports, games and recreation.

4. Protect and enhance the borough's network of green infrastructure that performs awide range of functions for residents, visitors, biodiversity and the economy.

5. Protect and enhance the borough's biodiversity, including trees and landscape, bothwithin open spaces but also within the built environment and along wildlife corridors.

6. Protect and improve the unique environment of the borough's rivers, especially theRiver Thames and its tributaries as wildlife corridors, as opportunities for recreationand river transport where possible, increasing access to and alongside the riverswhere appropriate, and gain wider local community benefits when sites areredeveloped.

A Sustainable Future

1. Minimise and mitigate the effects of climate change by requiring high levels ofsustainable design and construction including reductions in carbon dioxide emissionsby minimising energy consumption, promoting decentralised energy and the use ofrenewable energy as well as requiring high standards of water efficiency.

2. Promote and encourage development to be fully resilient to the future impacts ofclimate change in order to minimise vulnerability of people and property; this includesby risk of flooding, water shortages, subsidence and the effects of overheating.

3. Optimise the use of land and resources by ensuring new development takes placeon previously developed land, reusing existing buildings and encouraging remediationand reuse of contaminated land.

4. Reduce or mitigate environmental impacts and pollution levels (such as air, noise,light, odour, fumes water and soil) and encourage improvements in air quality,particularly along major roads and areas that already exceed acceptable air qualitystandards.

5. Ensure local environmental impacts of development are not detrimental to the health,safety and the amenity of existing and new users or occupiers of a development orthe surrounding area.

6. Promote safe and sustainable transport choices, including public transport, cyclingand walking, for all people, including those with disabilities.

7. Encourage improvements to public transport, including quality and connectivity oftransport interchanges, and support the use of Smart City technology and practices.

8. Promote sustainable waste management through minimising waste and providingsufficient land for the reuse, recycling and treatment of waste, and minimise theamount of waste going to landfill in line with the West London Waste Plan.

9. Support sustainable growth of the visitor economy for the benefit of local communitiesand promote the borough as an attractive and inviting place to visit and enjoy.

10. Enhance the borough's existing tourist attractions, including the unique, historic andcultural assets that are connected by the River Thames.

11. Create attractive and pleasant environments and spaces that promote active andhealthy lifestyles, including recognising their benefits to residents' social life andtheir economic benefits to the borough's centres.

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Meeting People’s Needs

1. Ensure there is adequate provision of facilities for community and social infrastructurethat are important for the quality of life of residents and which support the growingpopulation, by protecting existing and, where required, securing new facilities andservices that meet people's needs.

2. Ensure there is sufficient provision of facilities and services for education and trainingfor all age groups to help reduce inequalities and support the local economy; thisincludes school places as well as children’s centres and youth provision andpromoting local employment opportunities and training programmes.

3. Ensure there is a suitable stock and mix of high quality housing that reflects localneeds by providing a choice of housing types and sizes, with higher densitydevelopment located in more sustainable locations, such as the borough's centresand areas better served by public transport.

4. Pursue all opportunities to maximise affordable housing across the borough througha range of measures, including providing more choice in the different types ofaffordable housing and different levels of affordability.

5. Ensure there continues to be good provision of, and access to, shopping and otherlocal services and facilities that meet the needs of our communities.

6. Reinforce the role of Richmond, Twickenham, Teddington, Whitton and East Sheencentres, which play an important role in the provision of shops, services, employmentand housing as well as being a focus for community and cultural life.

7. Ensure that local and neighbourhood centres as well as parades of local importanceprovide a focus for local communities to meet, shop, work and spend leisure time.

8. Encourage opportunities for leisure, entertainment, sport, cultural activity and thedevelopment of community life.

9. Ensure there continues to be a wide variety of employment and training opportunitiesavailable to residents and support for businesses.

10. Protect and encourage land for employment use, particularly for affordable small /medium spaces, start-up and incubator units and flexible employment space, inorder to support the borough’s current and future economic and employment needs.

11. Facilitate inward investment and support businesses, particularly small andmedium-sized enterprises and creative industries to grow the employment base ofthe borough.

12. Encourage the creation of healthy environments and support healthy and activelifestyles, including through measures to reduce health inequalities. This includesensuring there is an appropriate range of health facilities that meet local needs, andtackling childhood obesity by restricting access to unhealthy foods, particularly fastfood takeaways, in proximity to schools.

13. Promote inclusive and sustainable communities, social interaction, cohesive, healthyand dementia-friendly communities, and enable the older population to remainindependent and active for longer.

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5.3 Testing the Objectives

5.3.1 The Local Plan objectives were tested against the sustainability framework to ascertainhow compatible the aims for the borough are with the principles of sustainable development.The results of the appraisal are shown in the tables below.

Protecting Local Character

++++1LOCAL PLANOBJECTIVES

+++++2

+?+++3

+++++++4

?++5

++++++++6

151413121110987654321

SUSTAINABILITY APPRAISAL OBJECTIVES

A Sustainable Future

??++?+1LOCAL PLANOBJECTIVES

+??+++??2

?+++3

+++++4

+?+5

++6

?++?+7

++8

?++++?9

?++++?10

++++11

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Meeting People’s Needs

151413121110987654321

+++?+1LOCAL PLANOBJECTIVES

++2

?++++3

?+4

++++5

+++++?+6

++?+7

++++8

++++9

+++??10

+++11

?++12

++13

151413121110987654321


Positively compatible+KEY

Uncertain?

Neutral

5.3.2 The above assessment demonstrates that the implementation of the aim andobjectives for the Local Plan is generally positively compatible with the SA objectives.

5.3.3 There are sometimes instances, where there are uncertainties or even potentialtensions amongst objectives. The key areas where this might arise are:

Traffic and transport: The Local Plan will support the redevelopment of existing sitesand bringing forward vacant and derelict sites. There is the risk that this will lead toincreased demand for car travel to access these new developments and services, whichin some cases might have an adverse impact on traffic and/or parking in the local area.Therefore, policies and site-specific proposals should encourage and support the mostsustainable travel options. Traffic, transport and accessibility considerations andarrangements should ensure that local communities have a choice in accessingsustainable modes of transport. Improvements to legibility, road safety, car parkingmanagement and a connected and well-integrated public transport can all play a role.The impact of existing road traffic also needs to be taken into account, especially anycumulative impacts of (re-)developments.

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Need for additional resources and potential for increased pollution: New developmentwill inevitably result in the consumption of additional natural resources, in particularenergy, building materials and water. Sustainable design and construction shouldtherefore be continued to be promoted. There will be a need to ensure that newdevelopment is energy and water efficient and that lower carbon energy sources areused wherever feasible. There should be an analysis of the feasibility of DecentralisedEnergy Networks and small scale renewable energy generation is encouraged wherepossible. In addition, in all redevelopment areas and proposal sites every attempt shouldbe made to retain existing buildings where this is considered to be the most sustainableoption, or at least, building materials should be re-used on the site.

The natural environment: Development in certain parts of the borough could have adverseimpacts on the natural environment, such as on rivers’ biodiversity as well as on thebiodiversity of sites designated for nature conservation purposes. Impacts could includepollution from water run-off, sewerage and direct disturbance of habitats. The potentialfor impacts and the need to avoid harm to habitats and species needs to be recognisedin the Local Plan.

Provision of housing (including affordable housing) versus the need for protection of uses appropriate in centres, employment land and other social infrastructure. Thenational shortage in housing, particularly affordable housing, puts increasing pressureon redeveloping vacant or existing sites for residential uses. The re-use of land andpremises for housing and mixed use development may be appropriate in circumstanceswhere there is an oversupply of employment land or if sites are no longer appropriatefor such uses. However, the priority for building new homes can lead to pressure forre-using existing employment sites or uses appropriate in centres even when they arein active use. This premature loss of sites can be harmful to the local economy, lead toa loss of local employment and create pressure for development in unsuitable locationsthat may also increase the need to travel. The need for local employment that is suitedto the skills of the local workforce as well as the needs for local services and other usesappropriate in centres needs to be balanced with the need to provide (affordable) housing.There is also a need to ensure that growth and new housing is accommodated in asustainable way. Therefore, Local Plan policies should ensure that the infrastructurerequirements of new developments are fully considered.There should be either capacitywithin the existing infrastructure, or appropriate new infrastructure, such as in relationto transport, utilities and social infrastructure including schools and GP surgeries, beingdelivered alongside new housing development.

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6 Testing the Policies of the Local Plan

Policy: LP 1 Local Character and Design Quality

Option A: Include a policy that sets out criteria to protect and enhance local environment and character, assessing designagainst Village Planning Guidance and other SPDs, and control shop fronts and advertising.

Commentary/explanationuncertainties, & proposedmitigation

Assessment /Length of effectGeographic scaleSA objectives

cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wasteNeutral2. pollution: air, noise,

light, water and soilNeutral3 travelWell informed designdecisions, such as theorientation of a building,

++++++4. energy

can reduce energyconsumption throughresponding positively toclimatic conditionsPolicy may encourage theprovision of anti-floodmeasures in areas of risk

++++++5.water

Neutral6. biodiversityPolicy will have a verypositive impact ontownscape

++++++++7. landscape &townscape

Neutral8.green spacesThe policy will have apositive impact on makingthe best use of land

++++++++9.best use of land &sustainableconstruction

Neutral10.housingNeutral11.safer & cohesive

communitiesPolicy will encourageaccess for all

+++++++12.health &well-being

Policy will have a positiveimpact on town centres

++++++++13.borough centres

Neutral14.economyNeutral15.commercial

developmentopportunitiesSummary : (likely sustainability impact of the option)

The option will be beneficial to the villages, centres and the townscape.

Possible Mitigation: (measures to mitigate likely negative effects and enhance positive effects

Not applicable


Option B: No policy and reliance on national, regional and local guidance

Option B is to have no further policy and to rely on national, regional and local guidance contained within NPPF, the London Planand SPDs.

Summary : (likely sustainability impact of the option)

Option B: No policy and reliance on national, regional and local SPD guidance.

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Option A: Include a policy that sets out criteria to protect and enhance local environment and character, assessing designagainst Village Planning Guidance and other SPDs, and control shop fronts and advertising.

It is not relevant to assess the likely sustainability impact of relying existing guidance.

Possible Mitigation: (measures to mitigate likely negative effects and enhance positive effects )

Not applicable

Conclusions: compare the different options

Option A is preferred as this will provide detailed policy backing to ensure that the benefits are realised.

Policy: LP 2 Building Heights

Option A: Include a policy that sets out criteria to resist new buildings that do not respect and strengthen the setting ofthe borough’s valued townscapes and landscapes, through appropriate building heights.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wasteNeutral2. pollution: air,

noise, light, waterand soil

Neutral3 travelNeutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityPolicy will have a verypositive impact ontownscape


Neutral8.green spacesThe policy will have apositive impact on makingthe best use of land and


Less potential for highrise accommodation

----10.housing

Seeks to reduce harmfulimpacts to residentialsurroundings, characterand amenity spaces.

++++11.safer & cohesivecommunities

Neutral12.health &well-being

Policy will have a positiveimpact on town centres




Policy will respect the local context, and where possible enhance the character of an area, through appropriate scale, height, mass,urban pattern, development grain, materials, streetscape, roof-scape and the wider town- and landscape, also taking account ofclimatic effects, including overshadowing, diversion of wind speeds at ground level, heat island and glare.


Appropriate building heights should be determined by an analysis and understanding of the local character of a street/area as setout in Village Planning Guidance SPDs.

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Option A: Include a policy that sets out criteria to resist new buildings that do not respect and strengthen the setting ofthe borough’s valued townscapes and landscapes, through appropriate building heights.


Option B: No policy and reliance on national and regional guidance

Option B is to have no further policy and to rely on national guidance contained within NPPF and the London Plan


Option B: No policy and reliance on national and regional guidance.



Not applicable


The policy Option A reinforces that any proposal for a tall or taller building should make a positive contribution to the existingtownscape, character and local distinctiveness of the area.

Policy: LP 3 Designated Heritage Assets

Option A: Include a policy development to conserve and protect, and where possible take opportunities to make a positivecontribution to, the historic environment of the borough







Neutral8.green spacesNeutral9.best use of land &

sustainableconstruction


communitiesNeutral12.health &

well-beingPolicy will have a positiveimpact on town centres


Policy may support thevisitor economy asvisitors enjoy the heritageassets of the borough

+++14.economy

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Option A: Include a policy development to conserve and protect, and where possible take opportunities to make a positivecontribution to, the historic environment of the borough

Neutral15.commercialdevelopmentopportunitiesSummary : (likely sustainability impact of the option)

Policy will protect the borough's Listed Buildings, some war memorials, four scheduled Ancient Monuments as well as 14 HistoricPark and Gardens that are on Historic England’s Register, Conservation Areas and the exceptional historic environment that makea significant contribution to the special character of the borough.


Applicants will be expected to demonstrate how a development proposal complies with the relevant Conservation Area appraisals,plans and studies, as well as the Village Planning Guidance SPDs, including any other relevant SPDs/SPGs adopted by the Council.








Not applicable


The policy is strongly protective of the heritage assets and character of the borough.

Policy: LP 4 Non-Designated Heritage Assets

Option A: Include a policy that seeks to preserve, and where possible enhance, the significance, character and setting ofnon-designated heritage assets, including Buildings of Townscape Merit, memorials, particularly war memorials, and otherlocal historic features







Neutral8.green spaces

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Option A: Include a policy that seeks to preserve, and where possible enhance, the significance, character and setting ofnon-designated heritage assets, including Buildings of Townscape Merit, memorials, particularly war memorials, and otherlocal historic features

Neutral9.best use of land &sustainableconstruction


communitiesNeutral12.health &

well-beingPolicy may have apositive impact on towncentres by retainingfeatures that make themattractive to visitors.

++++13.borough centres

May support the visitoreconomy

++++14.economy


The policy sets out that locally listed buildings, i.e. Buildings of Townscape Merit (BTM), and memorials as well as other local historicfeatures such as statues, plaques, horse and cattle troughs, historic bollards, post boxes and historic telephone boxes are historicassets worthy of protection and should be preserved. Should have positive impacts on townscape, town centres and an attractivehistorical environment.


A high standard of design that complements the surrounding local area will be required in any replacement building. Locally specificguidance on design and character is set out in the Council's Village Planning Guidance SPDs.








Not applicable


The policy should preserve non designated heritage assets.

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Policy: LP 5 Views and Vistas

Option A: Include a policy that seeks to protect the quality of views, vistas and gaps and will also seek opportunities tocreate attractive new views and vistas




light, water and soilNeutral3 travel.Neutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityPolicy will have a verypositive impact ontownscape and landscape


Potential to raise publicconsciousness of greenspaces.

++8.green spaces

Could have a negativeimpact on making thebest use of land if

----9.best use of land &sustainableconstruction

development is restrictedwithin designated viewsor vistas.Neutral10.housingNeutral11.safer & cohesive

communitiesNeutral12.health & well-beingNeutral13.borough centresNeutral14.economyNeutral15.commercial


Positive impacts for townscape and landscape.


Not applicable








Not applicable


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Option A: Include a policy that seeks to protect the quality of views, vistas and gaps and will also seek opportunities tocreate attractive new views and vistas

This policy complements other design and conservation policies. The overall landscape, views and vistas, particularly the viewsprotected in law, including those portrayed in art and literature, contribute to the unique character of the borough.

Policy: LP 6 Kew World Heritage Site

Option A: Include a policy that will protect, conserve, promote and where appropriate enhance the Royal Botanic GardensKew World Heritage Site, its buffer zone as well as its wider setting




light, water and soilNeutral3 travelNeutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityPolicy will have a verypositive impact on thelandscape


Protection of the WHSmay be beneficial to thenetwork of Green Spaces

++8.green spaces


May be negative in termsof housing opportunities

----10.housing

Neutral11.safer & cohesivecommunities

Policy will support aunique facility with accessfor all.


Neutral13.borough centresNeutral14.economyMay be negative in termsof commercialdevelopmentopportunities

----15.commercialdevelopmentopportunities


The buffer zone may have slight negative impacts on new development but this may be balanced by ensuring the WHS is protectedand, where possible enhanced, for the benefit of future generations.


By carefully scrutinising development proposals for their likely effect on the site or its setting.





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Option A: Include a policy that will protect, conserve, promote and where appropriate enhance the Royal Botanic GardensKew World Heritage Site, its buffer zone as well as its wider setting




Not applicable


It is important to protect the Kew Gardens UNESCO World Heritage Site

Policy: LP 7 Archaeology

Option A: Include a policy that will seek to protect, enhance and promote archaeological heritage (both above and belowground), and encourage its interpretation and presentation to the public.




light, water and soilNeutral3 travelNeutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityNeutral7. landscape &

townscapeNeutral8.green spacesNeutral9.best use of land &





It is not thought that this policy would have any impact on sustainability objectives


Not applicable




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Option A: Include a policy that will seek to protect, enhance and promote archaeological heritage (both above and belowground), and encourage its interpretation and presentation to the public.





Not applicable


Inclusion of a local policy is preferred.

Policy: LP 8 Amenity and Living Conditions

Option A: Include a policy that requires new buildings and extensions to take careful account of the living conditions ofneighbours, with particular regard to natural light, light pollution, privacy, noise and disturbance.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wasteThis policy should ensurenew development doesnot cause air, noise orlight pollution

+++++++2. pollution: air,noise, light, waterand soil

Neutral3 travelNeutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityThis policy should ensurethat new developmenttake account of

+++++++7. landscape &townscape

neighbouring properties,which would be beneficialfor the townscape.Neutral8.green spacesNeutral9.best use of land &


Neutral10.housingThis policy should ensurethat new developmenttake account of

++++++++11.safer & cohesivecommunities

neighbouring properties,which would be beneficialfor cohesive communitiesThis policy should ensurethat new developmenttake account of


neighbouring properties,which would be beneficialfor health and well-beingNeutral13.borough centresNeutral14.economy

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Option A: Include a policy that requires new buildings and extensions to take careful account of the living conditions ofneighbours, with particular regard to natural light, light pollution, privacy, noise and disturbance.


This policy has a series of benefits


New buildings and extensions need to take careful account of the living conditions of neighbours, with particular regard to naturallight, light pollution, privacy, noise and disturbance. The Council's SPDs, including on Householder Extensions and ExternalAlterations, Residential Development Standards and on Small and Medium Housing Sites, provide further guidance and illustrationson how to assess sunlight/daylight, overshadowing, visual intrusion, privacy and space between buildings








Not applicable


A policy has a series of benefits both environmental and social.

Policy: LP 9 Floodlighting

Option A: Include a policy that sets out criteria to prevent demonstrable harm to character, biodiversity or residentialamenity



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wasteFloodlights increase potentialfor light and noise pollutionfrom users

?+/-+/-+/-2. pollution: air,noise, light, waterand soil

Neutral3 travelFloodlighting will involveenergy usage but energysaving technology will help.

----4. energy

Neutral5.waterLighting can disturb wildlife.However smart lightingtechnology and limits onhours of operation mayreduce negative impacts.

----6. biodiversity

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Option A: Include a policy that sets out criteria to prevent demonstrable harm to character, biodiversity or residentialamenity

Neutral7. landscape &townscape

Neutral8.green spacesThe policy will have a positiveimpact on making the bestuse of land as there can beuse of facilities after dark.

++++9.best use of land &sustainableconstruction

Neutral10.housingUse of floodlighting canincrease sense of safety.


Policy will encourage accessfor sports after the hours ofdarkness and longer times foroutside activity, especially inwinter.

++++12.health &well-being

Neutral13.borough centresCreate more viable sportsfacilities

+++14.economy

Provides some commercialdevelopment opportunities

+++15.commercialdevelopmentopportunitiesSummary : (likely sustainability impact of the option)

Would be mostly positive for social and economic impacts


Broadly a positive impact and can reduce the negative impacts by using the best available lighting technology to reduce glare andother harmful effects.








Not applicable


It would be more sustainable to have a policy.

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Policy: LP 10 Local Environmental Impacts, Pollution and Land Contamination

Option A: Include a policy that will seek to ensure that local environmental impacts of all development proposals do notlead to detrimental impacts on the health, safety and the amenity of existing and new users or occupiers of the site, or thesurrounding land. Potential impacts can include, but are not limited to, air pollution, noise and vibration, light pollution,odours and fumes as well as land contamination.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wastePolicy attempts to reduceair pollution, noise andvibration, light pollution,

++++++++2. pollution: air,noise, light, waterand soil

odours and fumes as wellas land contaminationimpacts of alldevelopments on usersand occupiers of a siteand its surroundingsNeutral3 travelNeutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityNeutral7. landscape &

townscapeNeutral8.green spacesThe policy will have apositive impact on makingthe best use of land

++++++9.best use of land &sustainableconstruction


communitiesPolicy attempts to reducehealth, safety andamenity impacts of


development on usersand occupiers of a siteand its surroundingsNeutral13.borough centresNeutral14.economyNeutral15.commercial


Highly sustainable option in the area of pollution, and health


A remediation strategy that sets out how any identified risks from the development are going to be addressed is required.







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Option A: Include a policy that will seek to ensure that local environmental impacts of all development proposals do notlead to detrimental impacts on the health, safety and the amenity of existing and new users or occupiers of the site, or thesurrounding land. Potential impacts can include, but are not limited to, air pollution, noise and vibration, light pollution,odours and fumes as well as land contamination.


Not applicable


Having a policy affords occupiers greater protection from noise, nuisance, disturbance, highway obstruction, vibration, dust andother pollutants.

Policy: LP 11 Subterranean developments and basements

Option A: Include a policy that resists subterranean and basement development and sets out criteria with which subterraneanand basement developments will be required to comply.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wastePolicy attempts to reduceissues relating to noise, dust,disturbance and structuralstability of surroundingproperties

++++++++2. pollution: air,noise, light, waterand soil

Neutral3 travelNeutral4. energyBasements are vulnerable toflooding and groundwaterentering through the wallsand floors. This policy seeksto address this.

++++5.water

Neutral6. biodiversityNeutral7. landscape &

townscapeNeutral8.green spacesPolicy seeks to ensure thatproposals do not lead toover-development orinappropriate intensificationof existing properties.


May maintain more smaller(& more affordable) familyhomes

++10.housing

Basement construction canaffect the quality of life,amenity and living

+++11.safer & cohesivecommunities

conditions, traffic andparking of nearby residentsand local communities. Thispolicy seeks to address this.Neutral12.health &

well-beingNeutral13.borough centresNeutral14.economyNeutral15.commercial

developmentopportunities

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Option A: Include a policy that resists subterranean and basement development and sets out criteria with which subterraneanand basement developments will be required to comply.


Policy should be positive in protecting amenity and cohesion in communities


A Construction Management Statement (CMS), as set out in the Council's Local Validation Checklist, will be required for all typesof basement developments.








Not applicable


A policy to control basement construction has positive impacts.

Policy: LP 12 Green Infrastructure

Option A: Include an overarching policy on Green Infrastructure that sets out the multiple benefits for people, nature andthe economy as well as the hierarchy of open spaces, which will be protected.




light, water and soilNeutral3 travelNeutral4. energyGreen infrastructure canhelp reduce flood risk;SuDS can be integrated into

++++5.water

green infrastructurenetwork, thereby reducingsurface water runoffMultiple benefits forbiodiversity by providinghabitats and linkagebetween sites

+++++++6. biodiversity

Policy will have a positiveimpact on townscape

++++7. landscape &townscape

Policy will protect hierarchyof open spaces

++++++++8.green spaces

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Option A: Include an overarching policy on Green Infrastructure that sets out the multiple benefits for people, nature andthe economy as well as the hierarchy of open spaces, which will be protected.


Less space for housingopportunities

---10.housing


Policy will encourageaccess for all to greenspaces and promote activeand healthy lifestyles

++++++++12.health &well-being

Neutral13.borough centresIncreases the attractivenessof the borough for visitorsand investors

++++14.economy


Very positive across economy, environment and social issues


None applicable








Not applicable


The inclusion of an overarching Green infrastructure policy is very positive.

Policy: LP 13 Green Belt and Metropolitan Open Land

Option A: Include a policy that sets out objectives to protect the designated areas, appropriate uses, exceptional casesand encouragement to improve or enhance the character and openness of the two designations.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.waste

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Only minor developmentis allowed so soil qualityand quantity will beprotected.

++++2. pollution: air,noise, light, waterand soil

Neutral3 travelNeutral4. energyRivers and bodies ofwater are included in MOL

++++5.water

Policy protects open landand biodiversity is anappropriate use.

++++6. biodiversity

Policy protects thelandscape


Policy protects thelandscape some of whichwill be part of the greeninfrastructure network

+++8.green spaces


Negative effects forhousing as it restrictshousing opportunities

---10.housing


A positive effect for healthand well-being, as itallows sports, leisure andrecreation.

++++++12.health &well-being

Neutral13.borough centresNeutral14.economyA negative effect forcommercial developmentas it restrictsopportunities.

---15.commercialdevelopmentopportunities


This policy has overall a positive impact, in particular in terms of environmental and social perspectives.


The likely negative effects of the policy are that it restricts opportunities for housing and commercial development. However, theGreen Belt and MOL continue to be protected by National and Regional policy. This policy sets out that there may be exceptionalcases where appropriate development is acceptable.

Policy: LP 5 2 Green Belt and Metropolitan Open Land


Option B is to have no further policy and to rely on guidance contained within NPPF and the London Plan



It is not relevant to assess the likely sustainability impact of relying existing guidance as they have already been subject to SA.


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Not applicable


Green Belt and MOL are protected open land. The policy goes into more detail and stipulates what are appropriate uses, and itwould allow exceptional small scale development, subject to criteria.

Policy: LP 14 Other Open Land of Townscape Importance

Option A: Include a policy on OOLTI. It will ensure that OOLTI is protected and enhanced. Policy details exceptional casesthat may be appropriate in OOLTI and outlines criteria for assessing appropriate development.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wasteThe policy safeguards soilquality and quantity


Neutral3 travelNeutral4. energyNeutral5.waterOOLTI contains trees,gardens, allotments andgreen areas: good forBiodiversity

++++6. biodiversity

Policy safeguards highquality places andprotects open or naturalareas


OOLTI form an importantpart of the multi-functionalnetwork of GreenInfrastructure

++++8.green spaces


Restricts housingopportunities

--10.housing


Neutral12.health &well-being

Neutral13.borough centresHaving valued openspaces within towns couldpotentially act asstimulators to theeconomy

??14.economy

May restrict commercialdevelopmentopportunities

??15.commercialdevelopmentopportunitiesSummary : (likely sustainability impact of the option)

The policy has an overall positive impact, in particular from an environmental perspective


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Option A: Include a policy on OOLTI. It will ensure that OOLTI is protected and enhanced. Policy details exceptional casesthat may be appropriate in OOLTI and outlines criteria for assessing appropriate development.

The possible negative effects arise from the fact that OOLTI designations restrict opportunities for housing and perhaps potentiallyfor commercial development. However, policy allows for exceptions where appropriate development could be considered acceptable.


Option B: No policy

Option B is to have no policy


Option B: No policy and reliance on national and regional guidance to protect areas of townscape importance, that contribute to thelocal character and are valued by residents as open spaces in the built up area.



Not applicable


OOLTI is protected open land. Many of these are of townscape importance, contributing to the local character and are valued byresidents as open spaces in the built up area. The criteria for designation include: Contribution to the local character and/or streetscene, by virtue of its size, position and quality; Value to local people for its presence and openness; Immediate or longer viewsinto and out of the site, including from surrounding properties; Contribution to a network of green spaces and green infrastructure;Value for biodiversity and nature conservation. These will have positive impacts in particular from an environmental and socialperspective.

Policy: LP 15 Biodiversity

Option A: this policy is to protect and enhance the biodiversity in, and adjacent to, the borough's designated sites as wellas other non-designated existing habitats and features of biodiversity value.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wasteMaintaining and enhancingbiodiversity can have positivecumulative impacts upon noiseand air quality

+++++2. pollution: air,noise, light, waterand soil

Neutral3 travelNeutral4. energy efficiencyPositive cumulative impactsas biodiversity includes waterfeatures.

+5.water and floodrisk

Very positive for biodiversity.++++++++++6. biodiversityMaintaining and enhancingbiodiversity contributespositively to townscape andlandscape character.


Maintaining and enhancingbiodiversity contributespositively to the green spacesnetwork


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Potential to limit the use ofland but does allow forredevelopment and fordesigning in of biodiversityfeatures.

+/-+/-9.best use of land &sustainableconstruction

Could potentially limit housingopportunities, but helps toensure high quality spacesand places

??10.housing

Can create more cohesivecommunities in the long-term(wildlife gardens, allotments,etc)

++11.safer & cohesivecommunities

Maintaining, enhancing andproviding new biodiversityfeatures has positive effects


on health and well-being. Extrabenefits accrue from theshading by trees on microclimate, overheating and theurban heat island effect.Good quality biodiversity canhave positive long term andcumulative effects on thevitality of town centres (e.g.Trees)

++13.borough centres



The policy has an overall very positive impact, in particular from an environmental and social perspective.


This policy may limit the opportunity to make the best use of previously developed land by requiring preservation and enhancementof existing habitats and biodiversity features.








Not applicable


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It is considered more sustainable to include a policy on Biodiversity This policy goes further than national and regional guidanceand protects and enhances biodiversity in non-designated sites, incorporating and creating new habitats or biodiversity features,ensuring new biodiversity features or habitats connect to the wider ecological and green infrastructure networks and complementthe surrounding habitats. It could have very positive effects as it allows species to migrate and helps to adapt to climate change.

Policy: LP 16 Trees and Landscape

Option A:The policy will require the protection of existing trees and the provision of new trees, shrubs and other vegetationto complement existing, or create new, high quality green areas that deliver amenity and biodiversity benefits.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wasteTrees can reduce levels ofairborne pollution such ascarbon dioxide, nitrogen


dioxide and harmfulparticulates; and dampennoise from traffic andcongestion.Neutral3 travelNeutral4. energyTrees can assist in reducingsurface water run off ratesand flash floods during heavyrainfall events throughabsorption and infiltration.

++++5.water

Trees, gardens, allotmentsand green areas are good forBiodiversity

++++6. biodiversity

They soften the hardness ofbuildings and streets, add life,colour and character to the


urban landscape and enhanceopen spaces and the riversidelandscapeTress form an importantcomponent of themulti-functional network ofGreen Infrastructure

++++8.green spaces



communitiesPositive impact creatingshade and urban cooling insummer time.


Neutral13.borough centresHaving valued open spaceswithin towns could potentiallyact as stimulators to theeconomy.

??14.economy

Neutral15.commercialdevelopmentopportunities

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Option A:The policy will require the protection of existing trees and the provision of new trees, shrubs and other vegetationto complement existing, or create new, high quality green areas that deliver amenity and biodiversity benefits.


The policy has an overall positive impact, in particular from an environmental perspective


Where trees are removed, appropriate replacement planting will normally be required. Where schemes result in a significant lossof trees, replacements must be proposed unless there is good reason such as the health of the trees.


Option B: No policy

Option B is to have no policy


Option B: No policy and reliance on national and regional guidance to protect areas of townscape importance, that contribute to thelocal character and are valued by residents as open spaces in the built up area.



Not applicable


A tree and landscape policy is very positive in terms of sustainability

Policy: LP 17 Green Roofs and Walls

Option A: Include a policy stating that Green roofs should be incorporated into new major developments, where technicallyfeasible and subject to considerations of visual impact.




+++++2. pollution: air, noise,light, water and soil

Neutral3 travel.Provide effectiveinsulation and coolingeffects.

+++++4. energy

Effective as SuDS to stopwater runoff and flooding

+++++5.water

Provides a habitat forwildlife

+++++6. biodiversity

Policy protects thelandscape


Policy provides greenspaces the some of whichwill be part of the greeninfrastructure network

+++++8.green spaces

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Policy: LP 17 Green Roofs and Walls

Option A: Include a policy stating that Green roofs should be incorporated into new major developments, where technicallyfeasible and subject to considerations of visual impact.

Sustainable constructionmeasure


Neutral10.housingIs a flood preventionmeasure


A positive effect for healthand well-being, as it.

++++12.health & well-being

Neutral13.borough centresNeutral14.economyNeutral15.commercial



Possible Mitigation: (measures to mitigate likely negative effects and enhance positive effects )Policy: LP 17 Green Roofs and Walls







Not applicable


Policy is very environmentally sustainable with a number of social benefits.

Policy: LP 18 River Corridors

Option A: Include a policy that protects the natural, historic and built environment of river corridors and watercourses.Enhance and improve the river environment, provide public access to the river corridors and foreshore and maintainriver-related and river dependent uses.





Neutral3. travelNeutral4. energySetting back built developmentfrom the borough's rivers,riverbanks and existing flood

++5.water

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defences will allow for themaintenance and futureupgrading of the

flood defences.

The rivers and their corridorsprovide valuable habitats forwildlife

++++6. biodiversity

The borough's rivers,++++7. landscape &townscape

contribute to the special anddistinctive character of thisborough

The rivers are importantcomponents of the wider GreenInfrastructure network

+++8.green spaces

Best use of land as policyensures river –relatedbusinesses are in the rightlocation and cannot bedisplaced by other uses.

++9.best use of land& sustainableconstruction

Restricts housingredevelopment opportunities onexisting built up land by theriver.

---10.housing

(All the borough’s rivers are indesignated MOL & are protectedfor openness)

Potential to maintain andimprove flood defences bysetting back development.


A positive effect for health andwell-being, as it seeks accessto the riverbank for leisure andrecreational opportunities

+++++12.health &well-being

for local communities.

Neutral13.borough centresSeeks to protect river- relatedindustries and river-dependentuses in the river corridors andhelps maintain a diverseeconomy.

++++14.economy

River-related commercial andrecreational opportunities areencouraged.

++++15.commercialdevelopmentopportunitiesSummary : (likely sustainability impact of the option)



The likely negative effects of the policy are that it restricts opportunities for housing at the waterside.

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Not applicable


The policy goes into detail and stipulates what are appropriate uses at the riverside. It would allow development of river-dependentstructures such as moorings and jetties and protects river-related uses that make an irreplaceable contribution to the character ofthe individual reaches.

Policy: LP 19 Moorings and Floating Structures

Option A: Include a policy that resists new proposals for houseboats, including extensions to existing houseboats andother moorings or floating structures designed for permanent residential uses.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wasteResisting new houseboatswill have positive impactsas they can cause problems

+++++2. pollution: air,noise, light, waterand soil

because of infrastructureprovision (such as sewage,waste, water, and washing).Neutral3 travelNeutral4. energyNeutral5.waterPolicy protects the river bankfrom change of use, whichshould be positive forbiodiversity

++++++6. biodiversity

Policy protects the viewslocal character andlandscape of the river

+++++7. landscape &townscape

Policy protects thelandscape and river bankssome of which will be part ofthe green infrastructurenetwork

++++8.green spaces


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Option A: Include a policy that resists new proposals for houseboats, including extensions to existing houseboats andother moorings or floating structures designed for permanent residential uses.

Possible negative effects forhousing as it restricts aparticular type of housingopportunity

-/?--10.housing


A positive effect for healthand well-being, as itprevents obstruction to


navigation and public accessto the river, and interferencewith the recreational use ofthe river and its foreshores.Neutral13.borough centresNeutral14.economyNeutral15.commercial


This policy has overall a positive impact, in particular in terms of the environment.


The likely negative effects of the policy are that it restricts opportunities for new house boats. However, this policy sets out thatthere may be exceptional cases where appropriate development is acceptable.


Option B: No policy and reliance on national and regional guidance and MOL policy

Option B is to have no further policy and to rely on guidance contained within NPPF, the London Plan and MOL policy


Option B: No policy and reliance on national and regional guidance and MOL policy protecting the open nature of the rivers.



Not applicable


The policy protects navigation, views, local character, biodiversity, green infrastructure and amenity of the river, while it would alsoallow exceptional small scale development, subject to strict criteria.

Policy: LP 20 Climate Change Adaptation

Option A: Include a policy that promotes and encourages development to be fully resilient to the future impacts of climatechange. New developments, in their layout, design, construction, materials, landscaping and operation should follow thecooling hierarchy and opportunities to adapt buildings to the effects of climate change will be supported.



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Neutral3 travel.Energy efficient designshould have positiveimpacts.

+++++4. energy

Use of green roofsincreases flood storage

+++++5.water

“Urban Greening” can bea cost effective approachas trees and

6. biodiversity

vegetation provideevapotranspirative coolingand shade and providehabitats.


Policy encourages urbangreening creating spaces which will become part ofthe green infrastructurenetwork

++++8.green spaces

Policy will have positiveimpacts due to design,materials, layout, etc.



communitiesA positive effect for healthand well-being, as itshould support cooling intimes of heat waves.






Not applicable





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Not applicable


New development should be planned to avoid increased vulnerability to the range of impacts arising from climate change. Thepolicy sets out the impacts, the cooling hierarchy and the acceptable measures to adapt new buildings to climate change.

Policy: LP 21 Flood Risk and Sustainable Drainage

Option A: Include a policy that guides development to areas of lower flood risk, sets out where basements will be acceptablegiven their potential vulnerability, promotes sustainable drainage and sets out the drainage hierarchy, and protects flooddefences.





Neutral3 travelNeutral4. energyPromotes SUDS whichshould have positiveimpacts

+++++5.water


townscapePolicy encouragescreating spaces whichwill become part of thegreen infrastructurenetwork

++++8.green spaces

Neutral9.best use of land& sustainableconstruction

May reduce opportunitiesfor new housing

---/?10.housing

Sequential test shouldhelp reduce risk tohumans from flooding andinundation.

++++++11.safer & cohesivecommunities

A positive effect for healthand well-being, as itshould reduce flooding.


Neutral13.borough centresFlood defences andSequential test shouldhelp reduce risk to

++++++14.economy

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Option A: Include a policy that guides development to areas of lower flood risk, sets out where basements will be acceptablegiven their potential vulnerability, promotes sustainable drainage and sets out the drainage hierarchy, and protects flooddefences.

humans and propertyfrom flooding andinundationNeutral15.commercial




In areas at risk of flooding, or on any other proposal where safe access/egress cannot be achieved, a Flood Emergency Plan mustbe submitted.






It is not relevant to assess the likely sustainability impact of relying existing guidance as they have already been subject to SA


Not applicable


New development should be planned to avoid increased vulnerability to the range of impacts arising from climate change, such asincreased risk of flooding. The policy sets out the Sequential Test to guide development to less risky locations and the ExceptionTest to allow redevelopment of existing developed sites in the higher risk flood zones. Development of basements in flood inundationzones are discouraged, and proposals should not prevent essential maintenance and upgrading of flood defences to be carried outin the future. Developments should also take into account the requirements of the Thames Estuary 2100 (TE2100) Plan in regardsto the implementation of current and future improvements to the River Thames tidal flood defences. The River Thames Scheme(Datchet to Teddington) is a proposed programme of projects and investment to reduce flood risk. SUDS will help reduce surfacewater flooding. This policy should make homes and communities more resistant or resilient to flooding.

Policy: LP 22 Sustainable Design and Construction

Option A: Include a policy that sets local standards of construction, water use, and energy efficiency for new development,redevelopment and change of use. It also promotes decentralised energy and retrofitting where possible. (See SPD,Sustainable Construction Checklist)



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wasteShould support lowerCO2 emissions.

+++2. pollution: air,noise, light, waterand soil

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Option A: Include a policy that sets local standards of construction, water use, and energy efficiency for new development,redevelopment and change of use. It also promotes decentralised energy and retrofitting where possible. (See SPD,Sustainable Construction Checklist)

Neutral3 travel.Energy efficient designshould have positiveimpacts.

++++++++4. energy

Policy promotes reducedwater usage

++++++++5.water


townscapeNeutral8.green spacesPolicy will have positiveimpacts due to design,materials, layout, etc.



communitiesA positive effect for healthand well-being, as itshould support lowerenergy bills


Neutral13.borough centresNeutral14.economyScope for installation ofrenewable energy




Renewables are becoming cheaper as they become more common. Reduction in operating cost for occupiers shortens the payback times.








Not applicable


New development should be sustainably constructed to avoid resource use and increased vulnerability to the range of impactsarising from climate change.

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Policy: LP 23 Water Resources and Infrastructure

Option A: Include a policy that protects water resources and supplies including water quality of rivers or groundwater andsewerage capacity.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wastePolicy seeks to preventpollution of land andwatercourses.

++++2. pollution: air,noise, light, waterand soil.

Neutral3 travelNeutral4. energyThe policy seeks to ensureexisting or secure newwater/sewerageinfrastructure

++++++++5.water

Positive for biodiversity asit protects and seeks toimprove water quality

+++6. biodiversity


The unpolluted watercourses can form part of thegreen Infrastructure

++8.green spaces


By restricting somedevelopments in areas within-adequate infrastructurecould mean lessopportunities for housing

---/??10.housing


If infrastructure is in placeahead of developmentshould avoid unacceptable


impacts on the environmentsuch as sewage flooding ofresidential and commercialproperty, pollution of landand watercourses pluswater shortages associatedwith low-pressure watersupply problems.Neutral13.borough centresNeutral14.economyNeutral15.commercial




While this policy may reduce housing opportunities in areas with inadequate infrastructure, it is more sustainable to only allowdevelopment in areas with adequate water and sewerage provision. Alternatively there may be unacceptable impacts on humanhealth and the environment such as sewage flooding, pollution of land and watercourses and low pressure water supply.


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Option A: Include a policy that protects water resources and supplies including water quality of rivers or groundwater andsewerage capacity.







Not applicable


There should be sufficient water and sewerage capacity. Where capacity does not exist and to avoid overloading of existinginfrastructure, a drainage strategy should be provided to show the required infrastructure will be provided. Option A, having a policy,details what is required locally, and therefore is preferred.

Policy: LP 24 Waste Management

Option A: Include a policy to ensure that waste collection and disposal arrangements are developed in accordance withthe Waste Management Hierarchy. Existing waste sites are safeguarded



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalSeeks to ensure that alldevelopment proposalsprovide adequate refuse

++++1.waste

and recycling storagespace. Aim to contributetowards the boroughbeing more self-sufficientin dealing with its waste.Neutral2. pollution: air, noise,

light, water and soil.Neutral3 travelNeutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityNeutral7. landscape &





developmentopportunities

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Option A: Include a policy to ensure that waste collection and disposal arrangements are developed in accordance withthe Waste Management Hierarchy. Existing waste sites are safeguarded


This policy has overall a positive impact, in particular in terms of the environment


Not applicable








Not applicable


It is considered more sustainable to have a local policy on waste management.

Policy: LP 25 Development in Centres

Option A: Include a policy to set out the centre hierarchy as required by the NPPF.The approach to developing each ofthe Borough’s centres is set out.The historic environment and river frontage will be protected.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wasteMore concentration, but mayreduce need to travel.

?+/-+/-2. pollution: air,noise, light, waterand soil.

A successful local centreprovides goods and services,employment & housingopportunities that result in areduced need to travel

++++3 travel

Neutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityDevelopment must respect thecharacter, environment andhistorical interest of the area.


Neutral8.green spacesPromotes town centres.Optimising use of the land.


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Option A: Include a policy to set out the centre hierarchy as required by the NPPF.The approach to developing each ofthe Borough’s centres is set out.The historic environment and river frontage will be protected.

There is scope to increasehousing stock in the centres,

+10.housing

such as through increaseddensities or introducinghousing in upper floorsWide improvements andconcentration of services


More accessible services.Provision of community focus.

+12.health &well-being

Policy steers majordevelopment into the five maincentres.


Policy supports thedevelopment of the economysubject to position of the centrein the borough hierarchy,

+++14.economy

Policy seeks to improveprovision in areas deficient inlocal shopping and develop

++++15.commercialdevelopmentopportunities

economic opportunities subjectto position of the centre in theborough hierarchy .


This policy has overall a positive impact, in particular in terms of the economy, the well-being of the community and the environment


Development must respect, improve and enhance the distinct character of each centre.








Not applicable

Conclusions: Having the policy option builds upon and fulfils Guidance in higher policy documents and in particular allows for theduty to plan to meet community needs to be met.

Policy: LP 26 Retail Frontages

Option A: policy is critical for managing the balance of uses in centres and ensuring that there is adequate shopping available to meet forecast needs.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocal

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Neutral1.wasteControls change of use andnuisance from A3, A4, A5

++2. pollution: air,noise, light, waterand soil.

Neutral3 travelNeutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityRetains and improveslegibility and viability ofcentres and streetscape

+++7. landscape &townscape

Neutral8.green spacesMight encourage vacancies---9.best use of land &


Neutral10.housingMore cohesiveconcentration of retail andother uses.


health and other potentialD uses allowed insecondary frontage. Access

+12.health &well-being

to services within walkingdistance is important forthose without access to avehicle.Depends on the prevailingeconomy but preserves andenhances balanceincentres, allows forappropriate growth

++/?+/?+/?13.borough centres

+++14.economyCreates developmentopportunities whereappropriate


This policy has overall a positive impact, in particular in terms of the environment and support for local economy


Good for the centres but need to implement flexibly in response to economic cycles.

Policy: 26 Retail Frontages







Not applicable

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It is considered to be more sustainable to have a policy on Retail Frontages which helps to ensure that identified need is met.

Policy: 27 Local Shops, Services and Public Houses

Option A: policy is designed to ensure that all residents have a shop and services within reasonable walking distance(defined as 400 metres). It will resist the loss of public houses and sets out the marketing requirements.




light, water and soil.Policy retains facilitieswithin walking distance.

++++3 travel.

Neutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityNeutral++7. landscape &



Reduces potentialopportunity for housing

---10.housing

Preservation of vitalcommunity services andfacilities.

++++++11.safer & cohesivecommunities

Encourages walking andcommunity

++12.health & well-being

Neutral13.borough centresGood for local economy+++14.economyNeutral15.commercial


This policy has overall a positive impact, in particular in social and economic terms.


Not applicable

Policy: LP 7.3 Local Shops, Services and Public Houses





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Policy: 27 Local Shops, Services and Public Houses

Option A: policy is designed to ensure that all residents have a shop and services within reasonable walking distance(defined as 400 metres). It will resist the loss of public houses and sets out the marketing requirements.



Not applicable


The policy could lead to more sustainable communities.

Policy: LP 28 Social and Community Infrastructure

Option A: Policy sets out to ensure the adequate provision of community services and facilities, especially in areas wherethere is an identified need or shortage. It resists loss, and the demise of Assets of Community Value will be stronglyresisted




noise, light, waterand soil.

Should reduce the needto travel far for services.

++++3. travel

Neutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityNeutral7. landscape &

townscapeNeutral8.green spacesCo-location, dual use &flexible buildings, verypositive


neutral10.housingProviding services insuitable places, to meetneeds at the heart of localcommunities shouldimprove cohesion.


Inclusive access allowspeople to stayindependent.


Depends on locations, iflocated in town centreswill add to vitality

??13.borough centres

Such facilities add towell-being of the area andemployment opportunities

+14.economy

New buildings have to bebuilt

++15.commercialdevelopmentopportunitiesSummary : (likely sustainability impact of the option)

This policy has overall a positive impact, in particular in terms of society and the economy


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Option A: Policy sets out to ensure the adequate provision of community services and facilities, especially in areas wherethere is an identified need or shortage. It resists loss, and the demise of Assets of Community Value will be stronglyresisted

To mitigate against the impacts of development on existing services financial contributions and / or planning obligations (also seethe Planning Obligations SPD), and / or where appropriate, on-site provision of community facilities could be required.








Not applicable


Largely positive impacts by protecting existing uses and considering alternative social uses

Policy: LP 29 Education and Training

Option A: Policy sets out how the council will provide a sufficiency and diversity of school places needed within theborough. Also the Council will promote local employment opportunities and training programmes, and will require LocalEmployment Agreements (LEA) in certain cases





Should reduce how farpeople need to travel

++++3 travel


townscapeNeutral8.green spacesDual use & flexiblebuildings should be anefficient use of the land

9.best use of land &sustainableconstruction

Neutral10.housingProviding schools andtraining within localcommunities shouldimprove cohesion.


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Policy: LP 29 Education and Training

Option A: Policy sets out how the council will provide a sufficiency and diversity of school places needed within theborough. Also the Council will promote local employment opportunities and training programmes, and will require LocalEmployment Agreements (LEA) in certain cases

Skills, employment andtraining opportunities tobe delivered. Multi use ofpremises could increasesports provision.


If located in town centrescould add to vitality

+/?+/?13.borough centres

Could add to employmentopportunities for localpeople

++++14.economy

Providing new buildings+++15.commercialdevelopmentopportunitiesSummary : (likely sustainability impact of the option)

This policy has overall a positive impact, in particular, if located in accessible locations


Multi-use and co-location of facilities contributes to optimising the use of land and can increase the wider community benefits ofeducational proposals. It might lead to increased public access, particularly of sports facilities (indoor and outdoor) through forexample the use of school playing fields, sport clubs, other schools and community groups.

Policy: LP 8.2 Education and Training







Not applicable


The policy has positive impacts.

Policy: LP 30 Health and Wellbeing

Option A: Policy supporting development that results in a healthy pattern of land uses and facilities.This includes resistingtake-away cafes near schools.




light, water and soil.

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Option A: Policy supporting development that results in a healthy pattern of land uses and facilities.This includes resistingtake-away cafes near schools.

Designed to retainfacilities within walkingdistance

++++3 travel.




Neutral10.housingAccess to parks andfacilities can encouragesocial interaction andcohesion.


Designed to encouragewalking


Neutral13.borough centresNeutral14.economyMay prevent take-awaysfrom opening

---15.commercialdevelopmentopportunitiesSummary : (likely sustainability impact of the option)

This policy has overall a slight positive impact, in particular in terms of the social impacts


Development should result in a pattern of land uses and facilities that make the healthy choice the most convenient and attractiveoption for residents, helping them to lead healthier lives more easily.








Not applicable


A policy may result in positive social impacts.

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Policy: LP 31 Public Open Space, Play Space, Sport and Recreation

Option A: Policy seeks to maintain, and where possible improve, the children’s and young peoples’ play facilities in theborough and the quality and provision of Public Open Space, particularly in areas identified as being deficient.This policyalso seeks to protect all public and private sports grounds including playing fields, playing pitches, recreational areas,outdoor swimming pools, outdoor 'green gyms', courts and greens as well as private open space in recreational use





Neutral3 travelNeutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityNeutral7. landscape &

townscapeSuch facilities and spacesmake a significantcontribution to the


borough's uniquecharacter, openness andthe wider GreenInfrastructure networkNeutral9.best use of land &


Neutral10.housingplay an important role increating social cohesion.


play an important role inencouraging andpromoting healthier andmore active lifestyles.

++++++++12.health &well-being



This policy has overall a positive impact, in particular in terms of the environment and society.


Not applicable

Policy: LP 31 Public Open Space, Play Space, Sports and Recreation







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Policy: LP 31 Public Open Space, Play Space, Sport and Recreation

Option A: Policy seeks to maintain, and where possible improve, the children’s and young peoples’ play facilities in theborough and the quality and provision of Public Open Space, particularly in areas identified as being deficient.This policyalso seeks to protect all public and private sports grounds including playing fields, playing pitches, recreational areas,outdoor swimming pools, outdoor 'green gyms', courts and greens as well as private open space in recreational use

Not applicable


It is considered more sustainable to have a policy that protects public open spaces and play provision to ensure local communitiescan continue to make use of recreation and sporting opportunities.

Policy: LP 32 Allotments and Food Growing Spaces

Option A: Have a policy to protect existing allotments and support other potential spaces that could be used for commercialfood production or for community gardening, where possible



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wastePositive effects on soilquality.

++++2. pollution: air,noise, light, waterand soil.

Depends where theallotments are located andwhether allotment holdersneed to travel far.

-/?-/?-/?-/?3 travel.

Neutral4. energyPotential to soak uprainwater and prevent flashflooding

++5.water

Positive impacts onbiodiversity

++++6. biodiversity


Provides habitat and greenspaces for a green network

++++8.green spaces

Are an expensive land use& not the best use of land

?/-?/--9.best use of land &sustainableconstruction

Reduces opportunities forredevelopment of land forhousing

----10.housing

Create more cohesivecommunities


Positive impacts for healthand healthy foodproduction


Neutral13.borough centresNeutral14.economyPotentially limitdevelopment opportunities

15.commercialdevelopmentopportunitiesSummary : (likely sustainability impact of the option)

This policy has overall a positive impact, in particular in terms of the environment and society


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Option A: Have a policy to protect existing allotments and support other potential spaces that could be used for commercialfood production or for community gardening, where possible

Negative effects could be reduced by ensuring allotment holders live near their plots, and locating the sites in areas unsuitable forhousing or commercial development.








Not applicable


A policy has many positive impacts.

Policy: LP 33 Telecommunications

Option A: Policy sets out how applications for telecommunications development will be assessed.




light, water and soilNeutral3 travelNeutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityNeutral7. landscape &



Neutral10.housingHigh speed broadbandtechnology will enhancethe provision of localcommunity facilities andservices.


Policy seeksself-certification that thecumulative exposure of


the development will notexceed International

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Option A: Policy sets out how applications for telecommunications development will be assessed.

Commission onnon-ionising radiationprotection guidelinesNeutral13.borough centreshigh qualitycommunicationsinfrastructure is essentialfor sustainable economicgrowth

++++14.economy


This policy has overall a positive impact, as it ensures the continued economic and social success of the borough.


Visual impacts of telecommunications proposals should be minimised, in line with policies on Local Character and Design.








Not applicable


The Council policy will promote enhanced connectivity of the borough through supporting infrastructure for high speed broadbandand telecommunications

Policy: LP 34 New Housing

Option A: Policy sets out how to meet indicative housing need across broad areas. Housing land supply in the boroughpotentially provides over the next five years more than the target supply in the London Plan.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocal---1.waste--2. pollution: air, noise,

light, water and soil---3 travel

Neutral4. energy--5.water

Neutral6. biodiversity

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Option A: Policy sets out how to meet indicative housing need across broad areas. Housing land supply in the boroughpotentially provides over the next five years more than the target supply in the London Plan.




Policy seeks to provideadditional new housingopportunities

++++++++10.housing

.++11.safer & cohesivecommunities

++12.health &well-being



New housing opportunities will be provided across the borough to address local needs.


Need to ensure sustainable construction and protection of amenity of existing residents when new housing is considered.








Not applicable


It is considered to be more sustainable to have a policy to guide the broad amounts and location of new housing in order to ensurethat identified local needs are met.

Policy: 35 Housing Mix and Standards

Option A: Policy sets out guidance on housing mix and Standards, which should reflect current national and regionalguidance.




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Neutral2. pollution: air, noise,light, water and soil

Neutral3 travelNeutral4. energyNeutral5.waterTree plantingopportunities & communaland amenity green space

+6. biodiversity




Likely that there will beless opportunity forsmaller and higher densityunits

-10.housing

It is recognised thatadequate space in thehome has an effect oncommunity cohesion.


It is recognised thatadequate space in thehome has an effect on


Health, especially in termsof light, ventilation andsense of spaceNeutral13.borough centresNeutral14.economyNeutral15.commercial


Largely positive impacts particularly for occupants of the new homes, and addresses inclusive access, although it may slightlyreduce housing opportunities.


Not applicable

Policy: LP 35Housing Mix and Standards







Not applicable


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A policy will promote positive impacts for occupants of new homes.

Policy: LP 36 Affordable Housing

Option A: Policy sets out the proportion of affordable housing (strategic target of 50%), size and tenure mix that the Councilexpects.




light, water and soilNeutral3 travel.Neutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityNeutral7. landscape &



Policy seeks to maximisedelivery of affordablehousing to meet localneeds

++++++10.housing

Policy seeks mixed andbalanced communitiesthrough inclusion ofaffordable housing


++12.health & well-beingNeutral13.borough centresPolicy seeks to addressaffordability issues toprovide range of housingopportunities

++++14.economy


This policy has overall a positive impact, maximising delivery of a mix of affordable housing by size and tenure.


Policy takes account of viability.

Policy: LP 36 Affordable housing





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Policy: LP 36 Affordable Housing

Option A: Policy sets out the proportion of affordable housing (strategic target of 50%), size and tenure mix that the Councilexpects.



Not applicable


A policy is essential to maximise affordable housing delivery to meet priority local needs.

Policy: LP 37 Housing Needs of Different Groups

Option A: Different types of accommodation are recognised as important in the borough, particularly to provide affordableoptions and meet the needs of residents who may otherwise have difficulty finding alternative accommodation. Policyprotects and supports housing provided for an identified local need.




light, water and soil.Neutral3 travel.Neutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityNeutral7. landscape &



Policy seeks to providefor local priority needs

++10.housing

Policy seeks mixed andbalanced communities


Policy seeks to providerange of housing whichwill enable independent


living and address needsof different groups suchas older people.Neutral13.borough centresNeutral14.economyNeutral15.commercial


This policy has overall a positive impact, to address local priority housing needs.

Possible Mitigation: (measures to mitigate likely negative effects and enhance positive effects )Policy: LP 37 Housing Needs of Different Groups



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Policy: LP 37 Housing Needs of Different Groups

Option A: Different types of accommodation are recognised as important in the borough, particularly to provide affordableoptions and meet the needs of residents who may otherwise have difficulty finding alternative accommodation. Policyprotects and supports housing provided for an identified local need.





Not applicable


A policy will promote positive impacts for the housing needs of different groups.

Policy: LP 38 Loss of Housing

Option A: Policy seeks to retain existing housing and sets out criteria for redevelopment of Housing.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wasteExisting housing is valuedin the borough due to theconstraints

++++2. pollution: air, noise,light, water and soil

of limited land supply andhigh land values

Neutral3 travelNeutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversity


Neutral8.green spaces++9.best use of land &


Neutral10.housing++++11.safer & cohesive

communities++12.health & well-being

Neutral13.borough centres++++14.economy


This policy has overall a positive impact, protecting existing housing and guidance for assessing conversions, reversions orredevelopment.


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Policy: LP 38 Loss of Housing

Option A: Policy seeks to retain existing housing and sets out criteria for redevelopment of Housing.

Not applicable

Policy: 38 Loss of Housing







Not applicable


A policy will protect existing housing and guidance on conversions, reversions or redevelopment to ensure it is appropriate.

Policy: 39 Infill, Backland and Backgarden Development

Option A: Policy sets out how applications for infill and backland development should be addressed, and resists the lossof gardens.





Neutral3 travelNeutral4. energygardens help to reduce floodrisk and mitigate the effects ofclimate change including theheat island effect

+++5.water

features important to wildlifemust be retained orre-provided. Gardens supportwildlife.

++++6. biodiversity

It is important that infilldevelopment reinforces thecharacter of streets by


reflecting the scale, mass,height, form, fenestration andarchitectural details of itsneighbours. Gardenscontribute to local characterTrees, shrubs and wildlifehabitats – important tocharacter, appearance or

++++8.green spaces

wildlife must be retained or

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Option A: Policy sets out how applications for infill and backland development should be addressed, and resists the lossof gardens.

re-provided. Gardens supportbiodiversity and contribute tothe green networkNeutral9.best use of land &


May be less land available forhousebuilding

--10.housing

gardens provide safe andsecure amenity and playspace.


gardens provide safe andsecure amenity and playspace, help to reduce flood

+++12.health &well-being

risk and mitigate the effects ofclimate change including theheat island effectNeutral13.borough centresNeutral14.economyNeutral15.commercial


This policy has overall a very positive impact.


It is important that infill development reinforces the character of streets by reflecting the scale, mass, height, form, fenestration andarchitectural details of its neighbours.








Not applicable


The policy states all infill and backland development must reflect the character of the surrounding area and protect the amenity ofneighbours. Retaining gardens will promote enhanced connectivity for wildlife and provides safe and secure amenity and play space.

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Policy: LP 40 Employment and Local Economy

Option A: Policy sets out the principles by which the Council will support a diverse and strong local economy.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wasteMore concentration , butreduces need to travel

?+/-+/-2. pollution: air,noise, light, waterand soil

Should provide greateropportunities foremployment closer toresidential areas.

++++3 travel


townscapeNeutral8.green spacesPromotes town centres.Most efficient use of land

+++9.best use of land &sustainableconstruction

Potentially less landavailable for housing thoughwill be some provided aspart of mixed use schemes

-/?10.housing

Concentration of servicesand job opportunities


More locally based Jobopportunities and servicesnearer to peoples’ homes


Steering majordevelopments into the maintown centres should help

+++++++13.borough centres

reduce the amount of cartravel and encourage useof public transportNeutral++++++++14.economyNeutral++++++++15.commercial


This policy has overall a positive impact, as it ensures the continued economic success of the borough.


Visual impacts of employment proposals should be minimised, in line with policies on Local Character and Design.

Policy: LP40 Employment and local economy






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Policy: LP 40 Employment and Local Economy

Option A: Policy sets out the principles by which the Council will support a diverse and strong local economy.


Not applicable


The Council policy will promote a sustainable economy and add to economic diversity.

Policy: LP 41 Offices

Option A: Policy sets out how applications for office development will be assessed.There is a marketing requirement andsequential approach concerning redevelopment or change of use. In order to secure the long term future of office sitesin the borough there is a presumption against loss of any office space and Key Office Areas have been defined. New officedevelopment in appropriate locations to meet local needs is encouraged.





Less need to travel andpotentially commute intocentral London

++++3 travel




Potentially less landavailable for housing, butthere will be provision inmixed use schemes.

-/?10.housing

Concentration of servicesand job opportunities


More locally based jobsand services


Offices are steered to themain centres


Neutral++++++++14.economyNeutral+++++++15.commercial


This policy has overall a positive impact, in particular for the economy and society.


Visual impacts of office proposals should be minimised, in line with policies on Local Character and Design.


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Option A: Policy sets out how applications for office development will be assessed.There is a marketing requirement andsequential approach concerning redevelopment or change of use. In order to secure the long term future of office sitesin the borough there is a presumption against loss of any office space and Key Office Areas have been defined. New officedevelopment in appropriate locations to meet local needs is encouraged.







Not applicable


The Council policy will resist the loss of office floor space, which has an adverse effect on business, employment and the characterof the borough and will support the retention, enhancement and provision of new offices to support services, jobs and opportunitiesfor residents.

Policy: LP 42 Industrial Land and Business Parks

Option A: Policy protects, identifies and encourages provision of industrial space.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wastePossible concentration ofuses but less need totravel

-/?2. pollution: air, noise,light, water and soil

Less need to travel++++3 travelNeutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityNeutral7. landscape &



-/?10.housingprovision of localcommunity facilities andservices.


Local job and serviceopportunities


Neutral13.borough centreshigh quality industrialspace is one essential forsustainable economicgrowth

++++++++14.economy

Developmentopportunities

++++15.commercialdevelopmentopportunities

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Option A: Policy protects, identifies and encourages provision of industrial space.


This policy has overall a positive impact, as it ensures the continued economic success of the borough.


Visual, pollution and amenity impacts of industrial proposals should be minimised, in line with policies on Local Character andDesign.








Not applicable


The Council policy will support the local economy and help to retain those industrial-type services such as vehicle repair garagesfor local communities

Policy: LP 43 Visitor Economy

Option A: Policy seeks to support the sustainable growth of the tourist industry for the benefit of the local area.



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wastewill be mindful of the impactof development on amenity,living conditions, noise and

-/?-/?-/?2. pollution: air,noise, light, waterand soil.

light pollution, as well airpollution from parking,servicing and transportUncertain via which modevisitors will travel Councilwill continue to work with

?/--/?-3 travel.

partners, including publictransport operators andevent organisers, topromote sustainable travelchoicesNeutral4. energy

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Option A: Policy seeks to support the sustainable growth of the tourist industry for the benefit of the local area.

Often there is enormouswater usage in hotels butsustainable tourismmeasures can reduce dailytowel cleaning etc.

---5.water





communitiesHotels may allow publicaccess to spas, gyms andhealth suites


Visitors may add to retailspend and add to vitality oftown centres


Visitors may add to spendin the borough

++++++14.economy

Creates developmentopportunities

++15.commercialdevelopmentopportunitiesSummary : (likely sustainability impact of the option)

This policy has overall a positive impact, and it diversifies the economy.


Visual impacts of development proposals should be minimised, in line with policies on Local Character and Design. Sustainabletourism measures should reduce water consumption and waste. In determining applications for hotel development the Council willbe mindful of the impact of the development on amenity, living conditions, parking, servicing and transport. It will be taken intoaccount whether any ancillary facilities within the hotel, such as a gym, are open for public use








Not applicable


The policy recognises the value of the visitor economy both to the local and London economy

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Policy: LP 44 Facilitating Sustainable Travel Choices

Option A: The policy seeks to promote safe, sustainable and accessible transport solutions, which minimise the impactsof development such as congestion and air pollution, maximise opportunities for health benefits and provide access toservices, facilities and employment. Policy also encourages the use of the River Thames for passenger and freight transport



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wasteLikely noise and airpollution

--2. pollution: air,noise, light, waterand soil

Seeks to enhanceaccessibility and promotedifferent modes of travel

++++3 travel




Neutral10.housingImproved accessibility andtransport links wouldenhance quality of life


Should increase cyclingthrough provision of linksand enhancements toexisting networks.


improved transport links& a good walkingenvironment has been

++13.borough centres

shown to be not onlybeneficial to anindividual’s health andsocial life, but also tobring economic benefitsto the borough’s centres.Neutral14.economyNeutral15.commercial


This policy seeks the benefits of improved transport and mitigates some of the worst effects.


Mitigated through the provision of, or contributions towards, necessary and relevant transport improvements






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Option A: The policy seeks to promote safe, sustainable and accessible transport solutions, which minimise the impactsof development such as congestion and air pollution, maximise opportunities for health benefits and provide access toservices, facilities and employment. Policy also encourages the use of the River Thames for passenger and freight transport



Not applicable


It is considered more sustainable to have a local policy that facilitates sustainable travel choices.

Policy: LP 45 Parking Standards and ServicingOption A:New development to make proper provision for the accommodationof vehicles; resisting the provision of front garden car parking; car free housing developments in appropriate locationsonly, subject to criteria In addition, the Council is in the process of developing research to inform the review of the localparking standards policy, which will be based on the following options:

the adopted London Plan standards, including the flexible approach in areas of PTALs 0-1, with limited parts in PTAL2;the Council's current parking standards, as set out in the Development Management Plan; andnew borough-wide parking standards, as informed by the research and analysis of options



cumulativeLong termMedium termShort termTrans-boundaryLocalNeutral1.wasteIt is not clear at this stagewhether this policy is likely tolead to more fossil fuelled cars,

???2. pollution: air,noise, light, waterand soil.

which could in turn mean moreair and noise pollution. In thefuture, technology and electricvehicles may reduce suchimpacts.It is not clear at this stagewhether this policy is likely tolead to an increase in

????3 travel

congestion, travel and traffic.This will not be re-appraised forthe Publication version of theLocal Plan.Neutral4. energyNeutral5.waterNeutral6. biodiversityResisting front garden parkingis positive, but the provision of

????7. landscape &townscape

parking spaces in general couldnegatively impact thetownscape and local character.Parking must be sensitivelylocated and designed andsuitably landscaped to minimisevisual intrusion anddisturbance.Neutral8.green spacesUncertain as parking spacesmay take up land that could

????9.best use of land& sustainableconstruction otherwise be used for housing

or commercial developments.Restricting front gardenparkings is seen as beneficial.

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Policy: LP 45 Parking Standards and ServicingOption A:New development to make proper provision for the accommodationof vehicles; resisting the provision of front garden car parking; car free housing developments in appropriate locationsonly, subject to criteria In addition, the Council is in the process of developing research to inform the review of the localparking standards policy, which will be based on the following options:

the adopted London Plan standards, including the flexible approach in areas of PTALs 0-1, with limited parts in PTAL2;the Council's current parking standards, as set out in the Development Management Plan; andnew borough-wide parking standards, as informed by the research and analysis of options

Potentially less space forhousing developments

??10.housing

Potentially more road accidentsand effects of pollution if thepolicy is likely to encouragemore parking provision.

????11.safer &cohesivecommunities

Access to a choice of modes oftravel, including the car,increases mobility. Disabled

?12.health &well-being

parking standards will be set aspart of the Publication LocalPlan.Appropriate provision of carparking can support the viabilityof town centres

???13.boroughcentres



As the parking standards have not been finalised yet, it is difficult to assess the sustainability impact of this option.


Visual impacts of proposals, particularly of parking spaces, should be minimised, in line with policies on Local Character and Design.

Policy: LP 45 Parking Standards and Servicing





It is not relevant to assess the likely sustainability impact of relying existing guidance as they have already been subject to SA (i.e.


Not applicable


Once the parking standards research is available, a full sustainability assessment of this policy and the parking standards will becarried out and this will inform the Publication version of the Local Plan.

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Proposal Site: SA1 Hampton Square

Partial redevelopment and improvement for community, retail and local services, employment and residential uses, includingaffordable units and car parking.

Commentary/explanation,uncertainties, proposed mitigation


CumulativeLong- termMedium-term

Short- termTrans-boundaryLocal

Neutral1. WasteNeutral2. Pollution & soilNeutral3. TravelNeutral4. Climate change

mitigationNeutral5. Climate change

adaptation, flood risk &water

Neutral6. BiodiversityEnvironmental improvements andbetter links of civic space to

++7. Landscape & townscape

residential area and open spacesis likely to make a positivecontribution to the local characterImprovement to existing PublicOpen Space is likely to improvethe quality of the open space

++8. Parks & open spaces

The area is run down and someshops have closed; unlikely to

++++9. Best use of land &sustainableconstruction make the most efficient use of

landAdditional affordable residentialdevelopment

++10. Housing

Some existing community usesbut lacks cohesion

++11. Health, well-being,secure communities

Improvements to existing localservices, particularly shops andcommunity premises

++12. Accessible localservices

Designed as a local centre butnow showing some vacancies,

++13. Borough centres

though environmental quality hasbeen improvedVacant shops do not contributeto the local economy

++14. Local economy

Potential for new commercialdevelopment opportunities,including retail and business units

++15. CommercialdevelopmentopportunitiesSummary of assessment: (likely sustainability impact of the option)

Overall very positive impacts, particularly due to the environmental and design improvements; likely to create a more attractive localcentre that will benefit the local residents in providing local services; it would reinforce the local centre’s role and provide someopportunities for commercial development and meet local business needs.

Possible Mitigation: (measures to mitigate likely negative effects and enhance positive effects)

No negative impacts have been identified.

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Unlikely to increase the wastestream of this site

1. Waste

Neutral2. Pollution & soilIt is an island in the RiverThames, with a car park to the

----3. Travel

north of the River. Intensificationof uses on the island could leadto more traffic in the local areaand potential parking issues asthere is only a footbridgeconnecting it to the main land.Potential for more energy efficientbuildings, but also increase inenergy consumption

+/?+/?+/?4. Climate changemitigation

The island does not have safeaccess/egress in the event of a

------5. Climate changeadaptation, floodrisk & water flood. Occupiers, residents, users

and visitors of/to the island couldpotentially be put at risk byredeveloping the site. The islanditself is also at risk of flooding, butbuildings could be designed toremain safe during a flood event.Wholly OSNI – intensification ofuses including residential uses

------6. Biodiversity

could potentially be harmful to thebiodiversity. Would lead to adegradation of green spaces;over 120 individual treesCould improve and enhance thecharacter of the Conservation

++++++7. Landscape & townscape

Area and address heritage at riskassets, subject to detailed design.Neutral, as long as it does notlead to a loss or degradation ofdesignated Green Belt

8. Parks & openspaces

It would make better use andbring back into use existing

++++9. Best use of land& sustainableconstruction buildings and previously

developed land. Opportunity forremediating potentiallycontaminated land.Some limited opportunities forcreating a few new homes.

++10. Housing

At risk of flooding----11. Health,well-being, securecommunities

Neutral12. Accessible localservices

Neutral13. Borough centres

Positive as it would retain andimprove river-related and otherindustries

++++14. Local economy

Opportunity to provide suitablespace for commercial uses, in

++++15. Commercialdevelopmentopportunities support of the existing island

industriesSummary of assessment: (likely sustainability impact of the option)

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This option has positive and negative impacts. The island does not have safe access/egress in the event of a flood and the islanditself is also at risk of flooding. Intensification of uses would result in more traffic and parking issues on the mainland, apart from theriver-related uses which utilise waterborne transport. Any redevelopment scheme would need to take account of the biodiversityvalue, trees and designated open land, ensuring that these designations are not impacted upon. Redevelopment and new developmentshould enhance the character and appearance of the island, and heritage at risk should be addressed. This option would also havepositive impacts for the local economy and working community and provide some commercial development opportunities.


A flood risk assessment including assessment of safe access/egress arrangements and a flood emergency plan could potentiallyaddress the issue of safe access/egress. Alternative means of access other than car would need to be provided. It is understoodthat the Council will be preparing a Site Brief at an appropriate time in partnership with the owners.

SA 3 Hampton Traffic Unit, 60-68 Station Road, Hampton

Appropriate land uses include business (B1), employment generating and other commercial or social and communityinfrastructure uses.The Building of Townscape Merit has to be retained and a pedestrian link should be provided throughthe site.

Commentary/explanation,uncertainties, proposedmitigation




New and intensified uses wouldbe likely to increase the wastestream from this site

-----1. Waste

Neutral2. Pollution & soilAs the existing use involves atraffic unit, overall, it is likely

?/+?/+?/+3. Travel

that traffic would decrease as aresult of this optionOpportunity to incorporatelow/zero carbon and renewableenergy technologies

+++++4. Climate changemitigation

Potential to rebuild facilities withclimate change adaptation

+++5. Climate changeadaptation, flood risk& water measures; potential for green

roofsAdjacent to OSNI;redevelopment proposals

?????6. Biodiversity

should take account ofadjoining land with highbiodiversity valuePreservation of the BTM andcreating a more attractive

?/+?/+?/+7. Landscape & townscape

frontage could positivelyenhance the ConservationArea, but this will depend on thedetailed design schemeAdjacent to Public Open Space;could improve access andconnectivity between sites

?/+?/+8. Parks & openspaces

Redevelopment would allowsustainable design andconstruction techniques

++++9. Best use of land &sustainableconstruction

Provision of housing includingaffordable homes

++++10. Housing

Loss of police infrastructure,which may lead to a perceptionof a less secure area.

-/?-/?-/?11. Health,well-being, securecommunities

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SA 3 Hampton Traffic Unit, 60-68 Station Road, Hampton

Appropriate land uses include business (B1), employment generating and other commercial or social and communityinfrastructure uses.The Building of Townscape Merit has to be retained and a pedestrian link should be provided throughthe site.

This proposal would lead to theloss of a police service but

+/?+/?+12. Accessible localservices

there are plans to re-provideother local servicesNeutral13. Borough centresNeutral14. Local economyOpportunity for commercialdevelopment

+++15. CommercialdevelopmentopportunitiesSummary of assessment: (likely sustainability impact of the option)

Overall considered to have many positive sustainability impacts, with some negative impacts on waste. It would provide somehousing, which should also improve the townscape, enhance the Conservation Area and improve the BTM.There are some potentialuncertainties in relation to biodiversity, OOLTI and OSNI, which can be mitigated by careful design.


It is recommended that the potential for re-using or redeveloping part of these sites for social infrastructure should be instigated andthat some provision of a local social/community service is re-provided on this site if feasible. Waste – more activity and developmenton this site will inevitably generate more waste but this can be mitigated through the application of waste hierarchy and reuse ofdemolition waste. Biodiversity – ensure that the proposal will not lead to any harm by providing the appropriate biodiversity assessmentand ensuring the design and layout takes full account of the adjacent designations.

SA 4 Hampton Delivery Office, Rosehill, Hampton

If the site is declared surplus to requirements, appropriate land uses include employment generating or social and communityinfrastructure uses.






-----1. Waste

Neutral2. Pollution & soilAs the existing use involvessome vehicle movements, it is

???3. Travel

uncertain whether there wouldbe a net increase or decreaseas a result of this optionOpportunity to incorporatelow/zero carbon and renewableenergy technologies




roofsNeutral6. BiodiversityPotential to enhance theConservation Area, but this will


depend on the detailed designscheme

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SA 4 Hampton Delivery Office, Rosehill, Hampton

If the site is declared surplus to requirements, appropriate land uses include employment generating or social and communityinfrastructure uses.

Neutral8. Parks & openspaces

Uncertain because of loss ofcommunity infrastructure, but if

????9. Best use of land &sustainableconstruction surplus to requirements,

redevelopment would allowsustainable design andconstruction techniquesProvision of housing includingaffordable homes

++++10. Housing

Neutral11. Health, well-being,secure communities

This proposal would lead to theloss of a social infrastructure

-/?-/?-/?12. Accessible localservices

and there are no plans tore-provide other local postalservicesNeutral13. Borough centresNeutral14. Local economyLoss of opportunity forcommercial development

----15. CommercialdevelopmentopportunitiesSummary of assessment: (likely sustainability impact of the option)

Overall considered to have some positive sustainability impacts, with some negative impacts on waste, commercial developmentopportunities and loss of local service. It would provide some housing, which should also improve the townscape and enhance theConservation Area.


It is recommended that the potential for re-using or redeveloping part of this site for social infrastructure should be further investigatedand that some provision of a local social/community service is re-provided on this site if feasible. Waste – more activity anddevelopment on this site will inevitably generate more waste but this can be mitigated through the application of waste hierarchyand reuse of demolition waste.

SA 5 Telephone Exchange,Teddington

If the site is declared surplus to requirements, appropriate land uses include commercial / retail on the ground floor,especially in the designated key shopping frontage facing the high street. Any proposal should provide for employmentfloorspace, such as B1 offices. A mixed use scheme with housing (including affordable housing) in upper floors and tothe rear of the site could be considered.





Amount of waste is likely toincrease; operation of waste

----1. Waste

hierarchy shouldminimise/mitigate any potentialnegative impactsNeutral2. Pollution & soilDepending on the developmentproposal, it may lead to anincrease in traffic and congestion

-/?-/?-/?-/?-/?3. Travel

Opportunity to incorporate low-& zero carbon technologies and

+++4. Climate changemitigation

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SA 5 Telephone Exchange,Teddington

If the site is declared surplus to requirements, appropriate land uses include commercial / retail on the ground floor,especially in the designated key shopping frontage facing the high street. Any proposal should provide for employmentfloorspace, such as B1 offices. A mixed use scheme with housing (including affordable housing) in upper floors and tothe rear of the site could be considered.

renewable energy; buildingsshould be more energy efficientNeutral5. Climate change

adaptation, flood risk& water

Neutral6. BiodiversityRedevelopment proposal couldcontribute to enhancement of

+++++7. Landscape & townscape

Conservation Area by creating amore attractive frontageNeutral8. Parks & open

spacesProviding a mix of uses in a towncentre location would maximise

++++++++9. Best use of land &sustainableconstruction the potential of previously

developed land; potential forincorporation of sustainableconstruction measuresOpportunity for some provisionof homes, including affordableunits

++++10. Housing


Access to a range of town centrefacilities and services for newusers of this site

++++12. Accessible localservices

A mixed use scheme would addto the vitality and viability of thetown centre

++++++13. Borough centres

Contribution to local economyincluding provision of jobs

++++++14. Local economy

Some opportunity to providemodern, flexible commercialunits.


Overall, mainly positive impacts, particularly in relation to vitality of town centres, local economy and provision of homes.


Travel – ensure any redevelopment proposal would have no impacts on local parking provision. More activity and development onthis site will inevitably generate more waste but this can be mitigated through the application of waste hierarchy and reuse ofdemolition waste.

SA 6 Teddington Delivery Office,TeddingtonIf the site is declared surplus to requirements, appropriate land uses includecommercial / retail on the ground floor, especially in the designated key shopping frontage facing the high street. Anyproposal should provide for employment floorspace, including B1 offices. A mixed use scheme with housing (includingaffordable housing) in upper floors and to the rear of the site could be considered.





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SA 6 Teddington Delivery Office,TeddingtonIf the site is declared surplus to requirements, appropriate land uses includecommercial / retail on the ground floor, especially in the designated key shopping frontage facing the high street. Anyproposal should provide for employment floorspace, including B1 offices. A mixed use scheme with housing (includingaffordable housing) in upper floors and to the rear of the site could be considered.


-----1. Waste

Neutral2. Pollution & soilAs the existing use involvessome vehicle movements, it is

???3. Travel

uncertain whether there wouldbe a net increase or decreaseas a result of this optionOpportunity to incorporatelow/zero carbon and renewableenergy technologies




roofsNeutral6. BiodiversityPotential to enhance the settingof the Conservation Area and


BTM, but this will depend on thedetailed design schemeNeutral8. Parks & open

spacesUncertain because of loss ofcommunity infrastructure, but if

????9. Best use of land& sustainableconstruction surplus to requirements,

redevelopment would allowsustainable design andconstruction techniquesSome provision of housingincluding affordable homes

++++10. Housing

Neutral11. Health,well-being, securecommunities

This proposal would lead to theloss of a social infrastructure

-/?-/?-/?12. Accessible localservices

and there are no plans tore-provide other local postalservicesImprovements to the frontageand provision of some

++++13. Borough centres

retail/commercial uses on theground floor could add to thevitality of Teddington towncentrePotential contribution to morediverse economy due to

+++14. Local economy

retail/commercial offer andprovision of jobsOpportunity for commercialdevelopment


Overall considered to have some positive sustainability impacts, with some negative impacts on waste and loss of local service.Redevelopment may contribute to the vitality and viability of the town centre and provide some opportunity for commercial development,thus resulting in a more diverse economy. It would also provide more housing, which should also improve the townscape, enhancethe Conservation Area and improve the BTM.


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SA 6 Teddington Delivery Office,TeddingtonIf the site is declared surplus to requirements, appropriate land uses includecommercial / retail on the ground floor, especially in the designated key shopping frontage facing the high street. Anyproposal should provide for employment floorspace, including B1 offices. A mixed use scheme with housing (includingaffordable housing) in upper floors and to the rear of the site could be considered.It is recommended that the potential for re-using or redeveloping part of this site for social infrastructure should be further investigatedand that some provision of a local social/community service is re-provided on this site as part of a mixed use scheme (if feasible).Waste – more activity and development on this site will inevitably generate more waste but this can be mitigated through theapplication of waste hierarchy and reuse of demolition waste.

SA 7 Strathmore Centre, Strathmore Road,Teddington

Social and community infrastructure uses are the most appropriate land uses for this site.





Amount of waste would increase;operation of waste hierarchy

----1. Waste

should minimise/mitigate anypotential negative impactsNeutral2. Pollution & soilDepending on the developmentproposal, it may lead to an

-----3. Travel

increase in traffic and congestion;one-way access road, shared withschool; poor PTAL however closeto Stanley Road with bus routes;all the car parking would have tobe provided on-siteOpportunity to incorporate low- &zero carbon technologies and




Neutral6. BiodiversityRedevelopment proposal couldcontribute to enhancement of localarea and character


The area is public open spacedeficient; development proposal

++8. Parks & openspaces

could incorporate a new openspace or improve access to asuitable nearby open spacePotential for incorporation ofsustainable construction

+/?+/?+/?9. Best use of land &sustainableconstruction measures. Depends on final

proposal.Some housing may be part of ancommunity use led mixed-usescheme.

+/?10. Housing

Redeveloping a vacant/derelictsite adds to the delivery of saferand more secure communities

++11. Health,well-being, securecommunities

Good access to education facilitiesand within 400m of a local centre;

+++12. Accessible localservices

Neutral13. Borough centresNeutral14. Local economy

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SA 7 Strathmore Centre, Strathmore Road,Teddington


Opportunity for commercialredevelopment


Whilst there may potentially be some negative impacts in relation to waste and transport, this site could provide needed communityfacilities; it would replace a partly vacant/derelict site, thus making better use of previously developed land and contributing to thelocal character and area.


Travel – ensure any redevelopment proposal would have no impacts on local parking provision. More activity and development onthis site will inevitably generate more waste but this can be mitigated through the application of waste hierarchy and reuse ofdemolition waste. It must be ensured that the existing on-site social infrastructure use (i.e. nursery) can be relocated either on theexisting site or on another nearby site prior to redevelopment of the whole site.

SA 8 St Mary's University,Twickenham

Retention and upgrading of St Mary’s University and its associated teaching, sport and student residential accommodation.Upgrade works to include refurbishment, adaptation, extensions and new build elements on site where appropriate. AMasterplan and/or site development brief, together with new estates and student accommodation strategies, will be preparedin conjunction with the Council.This will guide future development for St Mary’s University, both on and off site.





Subject to no intensification of useson the site. Operation of waste

---1. Waste

hierarchy should minimise/mitigateany potential negative impactsNeutral2. Pollution & soilNeutral, subject to nointensification of uses on the site

3. Travel

Opportunity to incorporate somelow/zero carbon and renewable

++++4. Climate changemitigation

energy technologies, subject to thepreservation of historic assetsPotential to rebuild facilities withclimate change adaptationmeasures; potential for green roofs

+++5. Climate changeadaptation, flood risk& water

Neutral6. Biodiversityadjacent to Strawberry Hill Houseand Gardens (Grade I Listed

?????7. Landscape & townscape

Building); it will depend on thedetailed design scheme whether itwill have positive or negativeimpactspartly within and adjacent toStrawberry Hill Historic Park &

?????8. Parks & openspaces

Garden; large majority of sitedesignated as MOL; there shouldbe no new buildings on designatedlandVery limited potential fordevelopment without encroaching

?????9. Best use of land &sustainableconstruction into MOL or Historic Park &

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SA 8 St Mary's University,Twickenham

Retention and upgrading of St Mary’s University and its associated teaching, sport and student residential accommodation.Upgrade works to include refurbishment, adaptation, extensions and new build elements on site where appropriate. AMasterplan and/or site development brief, together with new estates and student accommodation strategies, will be preparedin conjunction with the Council.This will guide future development for St Mary’s University, both on and off site.

Garden as the majority of the siteis designated; some potential forincorporating sustainableconstruction techniquesNeutral10. HousingNeutral11. Health, well-being,

secure communitiesPotential for dual use and makingsome services accessible to the

+++12. Accessible localservices

local community, but this willdepend on the details of theschemeNeutral13. Borough centresNeutral14. Local economyNeutral15. Commercial

developmentopportunitiesSummary of assessment: (likely sustainability impact of the option)

Overall some positive impacts but also some uncertainties, which will depend on the details of any scheme and scale of new build.

Possible Mitigation: (measures to mitigate likely negative effects and enhance positive effects

MOL, Historic Park & Garden – no new development and ensure no harm to the setting of the Grade I Listed Building and Gardens

SA 9 Richmond upon Thames College,Twickenham





Additional and intensified useswould increase the waste stream.

-----1. Waste

Uncertain but there might be aloss of soil quantity and quality

??2. Pollution & soil

due to more development on thesitePotentially significant increase oftraffic due to many additional new

----------3. Travel

uses, particularly officeresidential and educational uses;poor PTALPotential to incorporate zero-/lowcarbon and renewable energytechnologies



+++5. Climate changeadaptation, floodrisk & water measures; potential for green

roofsNeutral; but need to take accountof adjacent OSNI

6. Biodiversity

Potential for improved buildingsthat enhance and make a positive

??7. Landscape & townscape

contribution to the localcharacter, but this will depend on

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SA 9 Richmond upon Thames College,Twickenham

the overall development/designand intensification on this siteLoss of the playing field / openspace to the north of the site

----------8. Parks & openspaces

The proposal is likely to includesustainable design andconstruction techniques

++9. Best use of land& sustainableconstruction

Opportunities for new homes+++10. HousingLoss of a playing field and asports club on this site could

-----11. Health,well-being, securecommunities potentially have a negative

impactLoss of leisure, sport andrecreation opportunities, but it will

-/+-/+-/+-/+-/+12. Accessible localservices

provide a new and improvedcollege, secondary school,special school including accessto employmentNeutral13. Borough

centresProvision of new HQ officebuilding would make a very

++++++++++14. Local economy

positive contribution to the localeconomy by providing new jobs;provision of jobs as part of theeducational uses on the siteProposal would provide land forcommercial development,

+++++15. Commercialdevelopmentopportunities although not in a town centre

location, but will increase trainingand skilled employment

Summary of assessment: (likely sustainability impact of the option)

Overall, there are many positive as well as negative impacts. Provision of modern HQ offices in a prominent location should boostthe local economy and provide jobs. Improvements to the educational facilities are considered positive as they increase the quality,range and accessibility of training, employment and education opportunities. There will also be some opportunity for housing.However, the loss of the playing field to the north is considered to have a negative impact depending on whether there is appropriatealternative provision or other arrangements to upgrade nearby space.Transport/travel impacts could be detrimental to the local/strategicnetwork unless mitigated.


Travel – access to the trunk and local road network needs to be addressed to mitigate the problems of increased travel in conjunctionwith the intensification and additional development on this site.Open space – Some open areas should be provided in the newscheme as well as the opportunity taken to upgrade nearby playing areas.Need to take account of adjacent development proposalsand cumulative impacts on local area.

SA 10 The Stoop (Harlequins Rugby Football Club),Twickenham

The Council supports the continued use of the grounds for sports uses. Appropriate additional facilities including a newnorth stand, indoor leisure, hotel or business uses, may be supported provided that they are complementary to the mainuse of the site as a sports ground.






-----1. Waste

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SA 10 The Stoop (Harlequins Rugby Football Club),Twickenham

The Council supports the continued use of the grounds for sports uses. Appropriate additional facilities including a newnorth stand, indoor leisure, hotel or business uses, may be supported provided that they are complementary to the mainuse of the site as a sports ground.

Neutral2. Pollution & soilPotential increase of traffic due toincreased use of leisure, hotel and sports facilities

----3. Travel

potential to incorporate zerocarbon and renewable energytechnologies




roofsNeutral6. BiodiversityPotential for improved buildingsthat enhance and make a positive


contribution to the local character(including Rosecroft ConservationArea)Site is Public open space POS,OOLTI – proposed redevelopment


should be located outside OOLTI;adjacent to Public Open Space;could improve connectivitybetween sites; need to protect theRiver Crane corridorProposal is likely to make betteruse of previously developed land

+++9. Best use of land &sustainableconstruction and buildings, including

sustainable design andconstruction techniquesNeutral10. HousingSecuring club facilities on this sitehas a positive impact and would

++++11. Health,well-being, securecommunities potentially be for the benefit of the

publicInclusion of upgraded clubfacilities will lead to increased


leisure, sport and recreationopportunities.Neutral13. Borough centresLikely to contribute to the localeconomy and provision of newjobs

++14. Local economy

Possible new sports developmentand new hotel facilities


Overall positive impacts; would make better use of previously developed land, particularly on the large car parking area. Positiveimpacts in relation to securing the future of the sports clubs in the borough. There would however potentially be some significantimpacts on local transport provision, which would require mitigation.


Travel – a signalised junction between Langhorn Drive and the A316 would be required to mitigate the problems of increasedcar/coach travel. Need to take account of adjacent development proposals and cumulative impacts on local area. Conservation –need to preserve the setting and character of the Rosecroft Conservation Area and the River Crane corridor.

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SA 11 Twickenham Stadium,Twickenham

The Council supports the continued use of the grounds for sports uses. Appropriate additional facilities including a neweast and north stand, indoor leisure, hotel or business uses, as well as hospitality and conference facilities, may besupported provided that they are complementary to the main use of the site as a sports ground.





Additional and intensified useswould increase the wastestream.

-----1. Waste

Potential opportunity to improvesoil quality and water quality;

+/-+/-+/-2. Pollution & soil

but an intensified use may alsolead to an increase in noise andlight pollution; adjacent toMogden sewerage treatmentplant, which may cause odourissues on this sitePotentially significant increaseof traffic due to increased use

----------3. Travel

of leisure, mixed uses andhousingPotential to incorporate zero-&lowcarbon and renewableenergy technologies



+/-+/-+/-+/-5. Climate changeadaptation, floodrisk & water measures; potential for green

roofs/walls and reduction inimpermeable areas; need toavoid building in the floodplainNeed to ensure the adjacentDuke of Northumberland River


is protected and enhancedwhere possibleUncertain; will depend ondetailed design

?????7. Landscape & townscape

A strip of land adjacent to riveris MOL; any development needs


to be outside of MOL; POSdeficientProposal is likely to make betteruse of previously developed

++++9. Best use of land& sustainableconstruction land and buildings, including

sustainable design andconstruction techniques,remediation of contaminatedlandNeutral10. HousingNeutral11. Health,

well-being, securecommunities

Neutral12. Accessible localservices

Uncertain how intensified useson this site would impact uponTwickenham town centre

???13. Borough centres

Likely to contribute to the localeconomy and provision of newjobs


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SA 11 Twickenham Stadium,Twickenham

The Council supports the continued use of the grounds for sports uses. Appropriate additional facilities including a neweast and north stand, indoor leisure, hotel or business uses, as well as hospitality and conference facilities, may besupported provided that they are complementary to the main use of the site as a sports ground.

Possible new leisuredevelopment and mixed use


Overall positive impacts; would probably make better use of previously developed land. There would however be significant impactson local transport provision and road network, particularly with intensified uses, which would require mitigation. Uncertain impactsin relation to biodiversity, landscape, townscape, and parks & open spaces – would depend on the detailed design of a scheme andhow it would impact upon the river, MOL etc.


Sufficient parking needs to be retained, particularly for coaches, to mitigate the problems of increased travel.Need to take accountof cumulative impacts on local area, amenity and neighbouring properties if there is a large increase in uses on this site. Biodiversity– a buffer strip to along the Duke of Northumberland River should remain free from development and should be protected forbiodiversity and allow for an upgrade of the riverside walk. POS deficient – site could include some new public open space andpotential for improving connectivity between existing spaces. More activity and development on this site will inevitably generatemore waste but this can be mitigated through the application of waste hierarchy and reuse of demolition waste.

SA 12 Mereway Day Centre, Mereway Road,Twickenham






Amount of waste would increase;operation of waste hierarchy should

----1. Waste

minimise/mitigate any potentialnegative impactsOpportunity to improve soil qualityas there maybe some potentiallycontaminated land

++2. Pollution & soil

Depending on the developmentproposal, it may lead to an increase

-----3. Travel

in traffic and congestion;MerewayRoad is a residential cul-de-sac;poor PTAL; all the car parking wouldhave to be provided on-siteOpportunity to incorporate low- &zero carbon technologies and


renewable energy; buildings shouldbe more energy efficientAt medium probability of flooding;potentially more residents/userscould be put at risk of flooding

--5. Climate changeadaptation, flood risk& water

Neutral; adjacent to River Crane andMereway Nature Park

6. Biodiversity

Redevelopment proposal couldcontribute to enhancement of local


area, character and environmentalquality

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SA 12 Mereway Day Centre, Mereway Road,Twickenham


Neutral; adjacent to MOL and POS(Kneller Gardens, Mereway NaturePark)


Redevelopment may be consideredto make better use of existing

++++9. Best use of land &sustainableconstruction vacant/derelict land; potential for

incorporation of sustainableconstruction measuresSome new housing may be part ofa mixed use redevelopment

?-/?10. Housing

Redeveloping a vacant/derelict sitethat is partly vandalised adds to the

++11. Health,well-being, securecommunities delivery of safer and more secure

communitiesIn a residential area with goodaccess to education facilities andwithin 400m of a local centre


Neutral13. Borough centresNeutral14. Local economyNeutral15. Commercial


Whilst there may potentially be some negative impacts in relation to waste and transport, refurbishment /redevelopment wouldreplace a partly vacant/derelict site, thus making better use of previously developed land and contributing to the local character ofa largely residential area.


Travel – ensure any redevelopment proposal would have no impacts on local parking provision. More activity and development onthis site will inevitably generate more waste but this can be mitigated through the application of waste hierarchy and reuse ofdemolition waste. Flood risk – opportunities to achieve a net reduction in flood risk as part of the redevelopment of the site.

SA 13 Telephone Exchange, Whitton

If the site is declared surplus to requirements, appropriate land uses include employment and social infrastructure or otherappropriate town centre uses. Any proposal should provide for employment floorspace, including B1 offices. A mixed usescheme with housing, including affordable housing, could be considered.






----1. Waste

hierarchy should minimise/mitigateany potential negative impactsNeutral2. Pollution & soilDepending on the developmentproposal, it may lead to an increase

-/?-/?-/?-/?-/?3. Travel

in traffic and congestion in the localarea, but this could be mitigated byensuring no off-street parkingimpactsOpportunity to incorporate low- &zero carbon technologies and


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SA 13 Telephone Exchange, Whitton

If the site is declared surplus to requirements, appropriate land uses include employment and social infrastructure or otherappropriate town centre uses. Any proposal should provide for employment floorspace, including B1 offices. A mixed usescheme with housing, including affordable housing, could be considered.

renewable energy; buildings shouldbe more energy efficientNeutral5. Climate change


Neutral6. BiodiversityRedevelopment proposal couldcontribute to enhancement of town


centre by creating a more attractivebuildingThe area is public open spacedeficient; it could include some

+++++8. Parks & openspaces

on-site amenity space and/orarrangements to improve accessto an existing open space ifappropriateProviding a mix of town centre useswould maximise the potential of

++++9. Best use of land& sustainableconstruction previously developed land;

potential for incorporation ofsustainable construction measuresOpportunity for providing newhomes, including affordable unitsin mixed use scheme.

++++10. Housing

Occupancy would increasesurveillance and overlooking and

+++11. Health,well-being, securecommunities thus potentially contribute to a

reduction in the fear of crime in thispart of the town centreAccess to a range of town centrefacilities and services to and from


this site, also possible newprovision of additional localservices on this siteOption includes new town centreor retail uses and may increasefootfall


Potential for employment andsocial infrastructure uses.

++14. Local economy

Commercial developmentopportunity

+++++15. CommercialdevelopmentopportunitiesSummary of assessment: (likely sustainability impact of the option)

Overall largely positive impacts through the provision of new, town centre, social and commercial uses, affordable homes, and visualand environmental enhancements to the town centre. As the proposal is in a POS deficient area, it should incorporate some provisionfor a new public open space, possibly in conjunction with the other nearby sites (Iceland store and Whitton Library) or improvedaccess to existing public open space.


More activity and development on this site will inevitably generate more waste but this can be mitigated through the application ofwaste hierarchy and reuse of demolition waste.Travel – ensure any redevelopment proposal would have no impacts on local parkingprovision and would not lead to increase in congestion/traffic.

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SA 14 Ham Close, Ham

The Council supports the regeneration of Ham Close and will work in cooperation with Richmond Housing Partnership inorder to rejuvenate Ham Close and its surrounding area. A comprehensive redevelopment of this site, including demolitionof existing buildings and new build re-provision of all residential and non-residential buildings, plus the provision ofadditional enabling new residential accommodation, will be supported.





New and intensified useswould be likely to increase thewaste stream from this site

-----1. Waste

Opportunity to improve soilquality

?-/+2. Pollution & soil

Demolition and rebuilding theexisting buildings and

-/?-/?-/?-/?-/?3. Travel

intensifying the use of this siteis likely to lead to an increasein traffic, particularly as the sitehas a “very poor” PTAL ratingand therefore very limitedpublic transport accessibility.There may be an opportunityto incorporate low/zero carbon

-/?-/?-/?-/?-/?4. Climate changemitigation

and renewable energytechnologies. An increase intraffic would also lead to anincrease in CO2 emissions.Neutral5. Climate change

adaptation, floodrisk & water

An intensification in uses couldimpact on biodiversity.


A proposal for new residentialmay improve the generalcharacter of the local area.

+/?+/?+/?+/?+/?7. Landscape & townscape

Possibly new public openspace and communal areascould be provided

+/?+/?8. Parks & openspaces

It could be considered that itwould make better use of landdepending upon the density

+/?+/?9. Best use of land& sustainableconstruction

Opportunity for more new andaffordable homes

+++++++10. Housing

Potentially some communityprovision will be re-providedon this site.

???11. Health,well-being, securecommunities

This area is poorly providedwith local services as it is

-----12. Accessible localservices

outside of (including outsidethe 400m of) town centres andareas of mixed use.Neutral13. Borough centresNeutral14. Local economyNeutral15. Commercial


Overall some positive as well as some negative impacts but also some uncertainties, which will depend on the details of any scheme.Although it would lead to a loss of a social infrastructure, it would provide for some new homes and for community use.The proposalshould contribute to the preservation and enhancement of the Conservation Area and the Listed Building, including taking accountof the sensitive local character.

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SA 14 Ham Close, Ham

The Council supports the regeneration of Ham Close and will work in cooperation with Richmond Housing Partnership inorder to rejuvenate Ham Close and its surrounding area. A comprehensive redevelopment of this site, including demolitionof existing buildings and new build re-provision of all residential and non-residential buildings, plus the provision ofadditional enabling new residential accommodation, will be supported.


To mitigate the loss of the social infrastructure, there should be some reprovision on this site, possibly in the form of communityuse.There should be no new development on designated OOLTI. Biodiversity – this is a very sensitive site and designated OSNI;any proposal needs to ensure that it will conserve and enhance the on-site biodiversity. Travel – ensure any proposal would haveno impacts on local traffic and parking provision. Waste – more activity and intensification on this site will inevitably generate morewaste but this can be mitigated through the application of waste hierarchy and reuse of demolition waste.

SA 15 Cassel Hospital, Ham Common, Ham

If the site is declared surplus to requirements, social and community infrastructure uses are the most appropriate landuses for this site. Conversion or potential redevelopment for residential uses could be considered if it enables the protectionand restoration of the Listed Buildings.






-----1. Waste

Neutral2. Pollution & soilConverting the existing buildingsand intensifying the use of this site

-/?-/?-/?-/?-/?3. Travel

is likely to lead to an increase intraffic, particularly as the site hasa “very poor” PTAL rating andtherefore very limited publictransport accessibility.Although there may be anopportunity to incorporate low/zero


carbon and renewable energytechnologies, this is likely to belimited due to historic buildingconstraints. An increase in trafficwould also lead to an increase inCO2 emissions.Neutral5. Climate change


This site is designated OSNI andan intensification in uses couldimpact on the biodiversity.


A proposal for residential /community use is likely to


contribute to the preservation ofthe Conservation Area, ListedBuilding and general character ofthe local area.This site is designated OOLTI andlocated opposite Ham Common,


which is designated MOL, PublicOpen Space, and which alsoincludes a Historic Park andGarden. There should be no new

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SA 15 Cassel Hospital, Ham Common, Ham


buildings on any designated landand no harmful impacts from theconversion onto the character ofthe area.If the site is declared surplus, itcould be considered that it wouldmake better use of land.


Opportunity for more new homes,possibly affordable homes

+++10. Housing

Potential loss of socialinfrastructure, although it is

???11. Health,well-being, securecommunities expected that some community

provision will be re-provided onthis site.This area is poorly provided withlocal services as it is outside of


(including outside the 400m of)town centres and areas of mixeduse.Neutral13. Borough

centresNeutral14. Local economyNeutral15. Commercial




To mitigate the loss of the social infrastructure, there should be some re-provision on this site, possibly in the form of communityuse.There should be no new development on designated OOLTI. Biodiversity – this is a very sensitive site and designated OSNI;any proposal needs to ensure that it will conserve and enhance the on-site biodiversity. Travel – ensure any proposal would haveno impacts on local traffic and parking provision. Waste – more activity and intensification on this site will inevitably generate morewaste but this can be mitigated through the application of waste hierarchy and reuse of demolition waste.

SA 16 St Michael’s Convent, Ham Common







-----1. Waste

Neutral2. Pollution & soilConverting the existing buildingsand intensifying the use of this site

-/?-/?-/?-/?-/?3. Travel

is likely to lead to an increase intraffic, particularly as the site has

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a “very poor” PTAL rating andtherefore very limited publictransport accessibility.Although there may be anopportunity to incorporate low/zero


carbon and renewable energytechnologies, this is likely to belimited due to historic buildingconstraints. An increase in trafficwould also lead to an increase inCO2 emissions.Neutral5. Climate change


An intensification in uses couldimpact on the biodiversity.


A proposal for residential /community use is likely to


contribute to the preservation ofthe Conservation Area, ListedBuilding and general character ofthe local area.This site is located opposite HamCommon, which is designated


MOL, Public Open Space, andwhich also includes a HistoricPark and Garden. There shouldbe no new buildings on anydesignated land and no harmfulimpacts from the conversion ontothe character of the area.If the site is declared surplus, itcould be considered that it wouldmake better use of land.


Opportunity for more new homes,possibly affordable homes

+++10. Housing

Potential loss of socialinfrastructure, although it is

???11. Health,well-being, securecommunities expected that some community

provision will be re-provided onthis site.This area is poorly provided withlocal services as it is outside of


(including outside the 400m of)town centres and areas of mixeduse.Neutral13. Borough

centresNeutral14. Local economyNeutral15. Commercial




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To mitigate the loss of the social infrastructure, there should be some re-provision on this site, possibly in the form of communityuse.There should be no new development on designated OOLTI. Biodiversity – this is a very sensitive site and designated OSNI;any proposal needs to ensure that it will conserve and enhance the on-site biodiversity. Travel – ensure any proposal would haveno impacts on local traffic and parking provision. Waste – more activity and intensification on this site will inevitably generate morewaste but this can be mitigated through the application of waste hierarchy and reuse of demolition waste.

SA 17 Ryde House, East TwickenhamAny redevelopment proposal for this site will be required to prioritise the provisionof a new 2-form entry primary school. In conjunction with the educational use, the provision of retail is consideredappropriate in this location.






-----1. Waste

Neutral2. Pollution & soilThere would be a net increasein travel as a result of this option

_----3. Travel

Opportunity to incorporatelow/zero carbon and renewableenergy technologies




roofs/walls.Neutral6. BiodiversityPotential to enhance the settingof the nearby Conservation


Area and BTMs, but this willdepend on the detailed designschemeNeutral8. Parks & open

spacesMixed use schemeredevelopment would allow

++++9. Best use of land &sustainableconstruction sustainable design and

construction techniquesNo opportunity for new housingdevelopment

--10. Housing


This proposal would lead to thegain in social infrastructure andin retail supermarket.

+++++++12. Accessible localservices

Improvements to the frontageand provision of retail uses on


the ground floor will add to thevitality of the Area of Mixed UsePotential contribution to morediverse economy due to retailoffer and provision of jobs


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SA 17 Ryde House, East TwickenhamAny redevelopment proposal for this site will be required to prioritise the provisionof a new 2-form entry primary school. In conjunction with the educational use, the provision of retail is consideredappropriate in this location.

Opportunity for commercialdevelopment


Overall considered to have some positive sustainability impacts, with some negative impacts on waste and travel. Redevelopmentmay contribute to the vitality and viability of the Area of Mixed Use and provide some opportunity for commercial development, thusresulting in a more diverse economy. It would also provide more school places. It should also improve the townscape, enhance thenearby Conservation Area and BTMs.


Waste – more activity and development on this site will inevitably generate more waste but this can be mitigated through theapplication of waste hierarchy and reuse of demolition waste. To mitigate travel harm a Travel Plan should be required to ensurethat development and its users/pupils are safe.

SA 18 Richmond Station, Richmond

Comprehensive redevelopment to provide an improved transport interchange and an appropriate mix of town centre uses.This includes as a priority the provision of retail floorspace as well as employment floorspace. Appropriate town centreuses, such as other employment generating uses as well as social infrastructure and community uses should also beprovided.The provision of housing (including affordable housing) in upper floors as part of a mixed use scheme wouldbe appropriate.





New and intensified uses wouldincrease the waste stream.

-----1. Waste

Neutral2. Pollution & soilAn improved transport interchangewould benefit public transport users

+++++++++++3. Travel

and encourage more sustainablemodes of transportPotential to incorporate zero-/lowcarbon and renewable energy


technologies including site wideheating networkPotential to rebuild facilities withclimate change adaptationmeasures; potential for green roofs.

+++5. Climate changeadaptation, floodrisk & water

Neutral6. BiodiversityThere could be some potential fordesign improvements which would


need to complement the existingstation and take account of theConservation AreaNeutral8. Parks & open

spacesComprehensive redevelopment andprovision of a mix of town centre

+++9. Best use of land& sustainableconstruction uses, including development over

the tracks would make very efficientuse of existing landProvides opportunities for creatingnew homes, including affordableunits

++++10. Housing

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SA 18 Richmond Station, Richmond

Comprehensive redevelopment to provide an improved transport interchange and an appropriate mix of town centre uses.This includes as a priority the provision of retail floorspace as well as employment floorspace. Appropriate town centreuses, such as other employment generating uses as well as social infrastructure and community uses should also beprovided.The provision of housing (including affordable housing) in upper floors as part of a mixed use scheme wouldbe appropriate.

Potential positive impacts as anupgraded station and improved

??11. Health,well-being, securecommunities transport interchange would lead to

more secure communitiesProposal includes a number ofservices and facilities such as retail,

+++++++++12. Accessible localservices

community, leisure, offices,employment and jobs in a veryaccessible location, includingimprovements of public transportinterchange.Opportunity to provide an intensivemix of town centre uses, which

++++++++++13. Borough centres

would reinforce the centre’s roleand add to its vitality and viability.By including retail, leisure orentertainment, offices

+++++++++++14. Local economy

andresidential, including affordablehomes, this proposal should bringmany additional benefits to the localeconomy, provide jobs and meetbusiness needsMajor development opportunity atthis important site at the gateway tothe town

+++++++++++15. CommercialdevelopmentopportunitiesSummary of assessment: (likely sustainability impact of the option)

This option for a comprehensive redevelopment of the existing site would have overall very positive impacts, particularly in relationto providing and improving public transport interchanges and adding to the vitality and viability of Richmond Town Centre. Theprovision of a mix of town centre uses is considered to be very efficient and appropriate in this highly accessible, town centre location.


Waste – more activity and development on this site will inevitably generate more waste but this can be mitigated through theapplication of waste hierarchy and reuse of demolition waste.

SA 19 Friars Lane Car Park, RichmondThe Council supports the redevelopment of the existing under-utilised car park toprovide housing, including affordable housing.





As the existing site is a car park,residential development on this site

----1. Waste

would lead to an increase in thewaste stream; operation of wastehierarchy should minimise/mitigateany potential negative impactsNeutral2. Pollution & soilDepending on the developmentproposal, it may lead to an increase

-----3. Travel

in traffic and congestion; one-wayaccess road, shared with school;poor PTAL however it is very closeto Richmond town centre; all the carparking would have to be providedon-site

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SA 19 Friars Lane Car Park, RichmondThe Council supports the redevelopment of the existing under-utilised car park toprovide housing, including affordable housing.

Opportunity to incorporate low- &zero carbon technologies and


renewable energy; buildings shouldbe more energy efficientWithin flood zone 3 and adjacent toRiver Thames tidal flood defences.

----5. Climate changeadaptation, floodrisk & water Introducing residential uses on this

site would increase the flood riskvulnerability and put residents atpotential risk; therefore flood riskmitigation measures would need tobe implemented to reduce andmanage the riskNeutral6. BiodiversityRedevelopment proposal couldcontribute to enhancement of the


character of the Conservation Areaand the setting of the adjacent listedbuildingsNeutral; adjacent to Thames PolicyArea


Providing residential uses on thissite may be considered to make

++++9. Best use of land& sustainableconstruction better use of previously developed

land, potential for incorporation ofsustainable construction measuresOpportunity for provision ofaffordable housing

++++++++++10. Housing

Replacing a car park with homescould potentially add to the feeling

+++11. Health,well-being, securecommunities of safer and more secure

communitiesGood access to local services andeducation facilities due to the site’s


close proximity to Richmond towncentreNeutral13. Borough centresNeutral14. Local economyNeutral15. Commercial


Whilst there may potentially be some negative impacts in relation to waste and transport, this site could provide homes includingaffordable homes; it would replace a car park, thus making better use of previously developed land and contributing to the ConservationArea and the setting of surrounding listed buildings.


Travel – ensure any redevelopment proposal would have no impacts on local parking provision.Waste – more activity and developmenton this site will inevitably generate more waste but this can be mitigated through the application of waste hierarchy. Flood risk – Tomitigate the impacts of flooding, a flood risk assessment and a flood emergency plan should be required for any detailed proposalsto ensure that the development and its residents are safe during a flood event. Given that the existing site is largely hard-standing,there may be an opportunity to increase the amount of permeable surfacing as part of redeveloping the existing site, thus providingsome mitigation during a flood event.

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SA 20 Sainsbury's, Lower Richmond Road, Richmond

The Council will support comprehensive redevelopment of this site to provide for retail and residential uses.The continueduse of the site as a foodstore and the re-provision of the existing retail floor space is required.






-----1. Waste

Neutral2. Pollution & soilThere would be a net increase intravel as a result of this option

_----3. Travel

Opportunity to incorporatelow/zero carbon and renewableenergy technologies




roofs/walls.Neutral6. BiodiversityPotential to enhance the setting ofthe superstore, but this will dependon the detailed design scheme


Neutral8. Parks & openspaces

Mixed use scheme redevelopmentwould allow sustainable designand construction techniques

++++9. Best use of land &sustainableconstruction

Provides an opportunity for newhousing development, includingaffordable housing.

+++++10. Housing


This proposal would lead to a gainin housing and improvements to aretail supermarket.

+++++++12. Accessible localservices

Added residents in the new homesand improvements to the store

?-/?-/?13. Borough centres

frontage and continued retail useson the ground floor will add to thevitality of the area. As thesuperstore is already existing itshould not impact on local towncentres Potential contribution to morediverse economy due to retail offerand provision of jobs




Overall considered to have positive sustainability impacts, with some negative impacts on waste and travel. Redevelopment maycontribute to the vitality of the area and provide some opportunity for commercial development, thus resulting in a more diverseeconomy. It would also provide more housing.


Waste – more activity and development on this site will inevitably generate more waste but this can be mitigated through theapplication of waste hierarchy and reuse of demolition waste.

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SA 21 Pools on the Park and surroundings, Richmond

The Council supports the continued use of this site for sports uses, including improvements and upgrading of existingfacilities. Additional leisure facilities, community and other complementary uses will be supported provided they meetidentified needs and do not detract from the main use of the site as a publicly accessible swimming facility.





Intensified uses are likely toincrease the waste stream.

---1. Waste

Neutral, although there might besome potential for remediation

2. Pollution & soil

and improved soil quality if someredevelopment takes place.Increase in traffic and transportdue to intensification of sports

----3. Travel

uses could be negative as thislocation is already busy. Just offA316 and close to Richmondtown centre boundary.Potential to incorporate zero-/lowcarbon and renewable energy


technologies including site wideheating networkPotential to refurbish facilitieswith climate change adaptation

+++5. Climate changeadaptation, floodrisk & water measures; potential for green

roofs.Neutral6. BiodiversityThe pools complex is listedGrade II. Any proposed

-/?-/?7. Landscape & townscape

improvements must respect thecharacter of the building and itssetting in the Old Deer Park,(which is included in EnglishHeritage's Register of HistoricParks and Gardens at Grade I)Development must respect thelocation adjacent to MOL and

??8. Parks & openspaces

must not encroach upon the OldDeer Park, designated MOL onall sides of the site, and POS.Intensification of already existingsports uses would be considered

+++9. Best use of land& sustainableconstruction a more efficient use of already

developed landNeutral10. HousingImproving the provision ofleisure services is likely tocontribute to healthier life styles

++++11. Health,well-being, securecommunities

An accessible sports and leisurefacility close to Richmond TownCentre and Kew Road AMU


Neutral13. Borough centresNeutral14. Local economyNeutral15. Commercial


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SA 21 Pools on the Park and surroundings, Richmond

The Council supports the continued use of this site for sports uses, including improvements and upgrading of existingfacilities. Additional leisure facilities, community and other complementary uses will be supported provided they meetidentified needs and do not detract from the main use of the site as a publicly accessible swimming facility.

With the exception of the objectives relating to Waste, Travel and Heritage, the intensification of sports uses on this site wouldlargely have positive impacts. It is however a highly constrained leisure centre and car park and impacts upon transport/travel,landscape, designated parks and open spaces will depend upon any detailed design of the intensified sports uses.


Any further development must ensure the preservation and enhancement of the special interest of the listed buildings/complex, thecharacter and appearance of the conservation area, the historic registered park, its landscaped setting and its location adjacent toMOL. Any proposals for intensification or redevelopment should have no adverse impacts on the local and strategic road networkincluding local parking provision. More activity and development on this site will inevitably generate more waste but this can bemitigated through the application of waste hierarchy and reuse of demolition waste. The Crown Estate’s Old Deer Park LandscapeStrategy (1999) should be taken into account.

SA 22 Richmond Rugby and Richmond Athletic Ground, Richmond

The Council supports the continued use of this site for sports uses, including improvements and upgrading of existingfacilities. Additional associated leisure facilities and other complementary uses could be incorporated provided they meetidentified needs, do not detract from the main use of the site as a sports ground, and take account of the MetropolitanOpen Land (MOL) and historic designations.





Depending on the amount ofnew/enabling development and

---1. Waste

level of intensification of existinguses, it is likely that the wastestream from this site wouldincreaseNeutral2. Pollution & soilIncrease in traffic and transportdue to intensification of sports

----3. Travel

uses could be negative as thislocation is already busy, but thiswill depend on the level andamount of new development. Justoff the A316 and close toRichmond town centre boundary.Potential to incorporate zero-/lowcarbon and renewable energytechnologies


Potential to rebuild facilities withclimate change adaptationmeasures

+++5. Climate changeadaptation, floodrisk & water

Neutral, although account shouldbe taken of adjacent OSNI.

6. Biodiversity

This is a very sensitive site (i.e.MOL, Historic Park & Garden,

-----7. Landscape & townscape

Conservation Area, ListedPavilion, Protected view) andtherefore any upgrades andredevelopments must respect theimportance and sensitivity of thisarea.There is a presumption againstinappropriate development in

-----8. Parks & openspaces

designated MOL and therefore

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SA 22 Richmond Rugby and Richmond Athletic Ground, Richmond

The Council supports the continued use of this site for sports uses, including improvements and upgrading of existingfacilities. Additional associated leisure facilities and other complementary uses could be incorporated provided they meetidentified needs, do not detract from the main use of the site as a sports ground, and take account of the MetropolitanOpen Land (MOL) and historic designations.

any upgrades / redevelopmentson this site should not lead to aloss of designated MOL. It shouldalso not impact upon thedesignated historic park & garden.Intensification of already existingsports uses could be considered

?+++9. Best use of land& sustainableconstruction a more efficient use of already

developed land, but this needs totake account of the sensitivity ofthis site.Neutral10. HousingImproving the provision of leisureservices is likely to contribute tohealthier life styles


An accessible sports and leisurefacility close to Richmond TownCentre and Kew Road AMU


Neutral13. Borough centresNeutral++++14. Local economyNeutral++++15. Commercial


Overall positive and negative impacts; positive particularly in relation to improving leisure and recreational services in a locationvery close to Richmond town centre, contributing to the local economy and providing jobs.The proposal must ensure the preservationof the Listed buildings, BTMs, their settings and preserve and enhance the character of the Conservation Area and registered historicpark.


More activity and development on this site will inevitably generate more waste but this can be mitigated through the application ofwaste hierarchy and reuse of any demolition waste. Any new development proposal has to contribute to the enhancement of theConservation Area and ensure that there are no harmful impacts on the historic park & garden, designated MOL and protected view.There should be no loss of designated open land (i.e. MOL) or negative impacts on historic park & garden. The Crown Estate’s OldDeer Park Landscape Strategy (1999) should be taken into account.

SA 23 Stag Brewery, Lower Richmond Road, Mortlake

The Council will support the comprehensive redevelopment of this site. An appropriate mix of uses, particularly at groundfloor levels, should deliver a new village heart and centre for Mortlake.The provision of an on-site new 6-form entrysecondary school, plus sixth form, will be required. Appropriate uses, in addition to educational, include residential(including affordable housing), employment (B uses), commercial such as retail and other employment generating uses,health facilities, community and social infrastructure facilities (such as a museum), river-related uses as well as sport andleisure uses, including the retention and upgrading of the playing field.The Council will expect the provision of high qualityopen spaces and public realm, including links through the site to integrate the development into the surrounding area aswell as a new publicly accessible green space link to the riverside.






-----1. Waste

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Uncertain but there might be aimprovement in soil quality due toremediation on the site

??2. Pollution & soil

Reduction in use of larger lorriesdue to relocation of brewery but

+/-+/-+/-3. Travel

possible increase in smaller car/van traffic due additional new school,sports/ leisure, residences and smallbusinesses.Potential to incorporate zero-/lowcarbon and renewable energy


technologies including site wideheating networkPotential to rebuild facilities withclimate change adaptation

+/-+/-+/-5. Climate changeadaptation, floodrisk & water measures; potential for green roofs.

Would increase number of peoplein a flood risk area, which needs tobe mitigated.A number of TPOs on site.Opportunities to enhancebiodiversity on site

+++6. Biodiversity

Potential for improved buildings,including restoration of the BTM on

+++7. Landscape & townscape

site, that enhance and make apositive contribution to the localcharacter and conservation area,but this will depend on the overalldevelopment/design andintensification on this site. To thenorth are grade II Listed Buildingswhose setting should be enhanced.Should take account of adjacentRiver Thames designated MOL.

++++8. Parks & openspaces

Next to POS, Mortlake Green.Creates links between the river andthe town and enlivens the riversidefrontage. Creation of a newgreen/open space. Retention ofplaying fields in their presentlocation.The proposal is likely to includesustainable design and constructiontechniques

++9. Best use ofland & sustainableconstruction

Opportunities for many new homesincluding family housing andaffordable units

+++++10. Housing

New leisure uses will contribute tohealthier lifestyles. Creates a newvillage heart for Mortlake


Will provide new homes within theMortlake AMU and access to

+++12. Accessiblelocal services

employment and a new secondaryschool, health facilities, communityand social infrastructure facilities,

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river-related uses and sport andleisure uses.Established employment locationclose to East Sheen centre and

+++13. Boroughcentres

AMU . Reinforce the centre’s roleand add to vitality of the area.Provision of new small scale hybridbusiness space, river related uses,

++++++++++14. Localeconomy

and scientific and technical businesswould make a very positivecontribution to the local economy &provide new jobs;Proposal would provide land forcommercial development, not in a

+++++15. Commercialdevelopmentopportunities town centre location although close

to Mortlake Station, and willincrease the variety of types of employment


Overall positive impacts; would make good use of previously developed land. There would however be some impacts on localtransport provision and the strategic road network as well as potential impacts, depending on the detailed design of the scheme,on biodiversity, landscape, townscape, and parks & open spaces, particularly with intensified uses including a variety of new uses,which would require mitigation, improvement and enhancements. The existing Site Brief for this site should be taken into account.


Need to take account of cumulative impacts on local area, amenity and neighbouring properties due to a large increase in uses onthis site. More activity and development on this site will inevitably generate more waste but this can be mitigated through theapplication of waste hierarchy and reuse of demolition waste. To mitigate flood risk a FRA and Flood Emergency Plan should berequired to ensure that development and its users/residents are safe.

SA 24 Mortlake and Barnes Delivery Office, Mortlake

If the site is declared surplus to requirements, appropriate land uses include employment or other commercial and retailuses.





New and intensified uses would belikely to increase the waste streamfrom this site

-----1. Waste

Neutral2. Pollution & soilAs the existing use involves somevehicle movements, it is uncertain

???3. Travel

whether there would be a netincrease or decrease as a result ofthis option

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SA 24 Mortlake and Barnes Delivery Office, Mortlake

If the site is declared surplus to requirements, appropriate land uses include employment or other commercial and retailuses.

Opportunity to incorporate low/zerocarbon and renewable energytechnologies


Potential to rebuild facilities withclimate change adaptation measures;

+/-+/-+/-5. Climate changeadaptation, flood risk& water potential for green roofs. In a high

risk flood zone - would increase theflood risk vulnerability and number ofpeople in a flood risk area, whichneeds to be mitigated.Neutral6. BiodiversityPotential to enhance the setting ofthe nearby Conservation Area and


BTMs, but this will depend on thedetailed design schemeNeutral; need to take account ofMortlake Green (Public Open Space)


Uncertain because of loss ofcommunity infrastructure, but if

????9. Best use of land& sustainableconstruction surplus to requirements,

redevelopment would allowsustainable design and constructiontechniquesthe provision of housing (includingaffordable housing) in upper floors

-/++/-10. Housing

as part of a mixed use scheme couldbe considered.Neutral11. Health,

well-being, securecommunities

This proposal would lead to the lossof a social infrastructure (local postal

-/+-/+-/+12. Accessible localservices

services). However proposalprovides employment, retail andcommercial opportunities for job andservices.Improvements to the frontage andprovision of some retail/commercial


uses on the ground floor could addto the vitality of the Mortlake Area ofMixed UsePotential contribution to more diverseeconomy due to retail/commercialoffer and provision of jobs




Overall considered to have some positive sustainability impacts, with some negative impacts on waste, flood risk and loss of localservice. Redevelopment may contribute to the vitality and viability of the Area of Mixed Use and provide some opportunity forcommercial development, thus resulting in a more diverse economy. It should also improve the townscape, enhance the nearbyConservation Area and BTMs.


Waste – more activity and development on this site will inevitably generate more waste but this can be mitigated through theapplication of waste hierarchy and reuse of demolition waste. To mitigate flood risk a FRA and Flood Emergency Plan should berequired to ensure that development and its users/residents are safe.

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SA 25 Kew Biothane Plant, Mellis Avenue, Kew

The Council supports the redevelopment of this site to provide for residential uses, including affordable housing, andassociated open space provision.



CumulativeLong-term

Medium-term

Short-term

Trans-boundaryLocal

New and intensified useswould increase the wastestream.

-----1. Waste

There might be animprovement in soil qualitydue to remediation on the site


Increase in traffic andtransport due new residential

----3. Travel

uses could be negative asthis location is already verybusy. Very poor PTAL.

Potential to incorporatezero-/low carbon and

+++4. Climatechangemitigation renewable energy

technologies including sitewide heating network

Potential to rebuild facilitieswith climate change

+/-+/-+/-5. Climatechange

adaptation measures;adaptation, floodrisk & water potential for green roofs.

Would increase number ofpeople in a flood risk area,which needs to be mitigated.

Neutral6. Biodiversity

Potential to enhance andmake a positive contribution

++7. Landscape & townscape

to the local character, but thiswill depend on the overalldevelopment/design andintensification on this site.

Proposal includes provisionfor a new open space; need


to ensure that thedevelopment will not affectdesignated MOL on this site.There should be no harmfulimpacts on the adjacent RiverThames which is designatedMOL and OSNI, includingOOLTI and POS to the southeast.

Subject to the current usebecoming surplus to

+++9. Best use ofland &

requirements, a residentialsustainableconstruction scheme with open space

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SA 25 Kew Biothane Plant, Mellis Avenue, Kew

The Council supports the redevelopment of this site to provide for residential uses, including affordable housing, andassociated open space provision.

could be considered a gooduse for this site.

Opportunities for new homesincluding affordable

++++10. Housing

Neutral11. Health,well-being,securecommunities

Neutral12. Accessiblelocal services

Neutral13. Boroughcentres

Neutral14. Localeconomy

Neutral15. Commercialdevelopmentopportunities


Overall positive impacts; would make better use of previously developed land provided that the current use will be declaredsurplus to requirements by Thames Water.There would however be some impacts on local transport provision and strategic roadnetwork, which would require mitigation. The detailed design of a scheme will affect how it impacts upon the river, MOL, OSNI,OOLTI and POS and due to its location it will need to be of high quality.


Travel/transport – This is already a very busy location and new residential uses on this site would need to be assessed forhighways and parking. Waste – more activity and development on this site will inevitably generate more waste but this can bemitigated through the application of waste hierarchy and reuse of demolition waste. Flood risk – a FRA and Flood EmergencyPlan should be required to ensure that development and its users/residents are safe.

SA 26 Telephone Exchange and 172-176 Upper Richmond Road West, East Sheen

If the Telephone Exchange is declared surplus to requirements, appropriate land uses for the whole area include employmentand commercial uses as well as community and social infrastructure uses. A mixed use scheme with housing (includingaffordable housing) in upper floors and to the rear could be considered.






----1. Waste

hierarchy shouldminimise/mitigate any potentialnegative impactsNeutral2. Pollution & soil

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SA 26 Telephone Exchange and 172-176 Upper Richmond Road West, East Sheen

If the Telephone Exchange is declared surplus to requirements, appropriate land uses for the whole area include employmentand commercial uses as well as community and social infrastructure uses. A mixed use scheme with housing (includingaffordable housing) in upper floors and to the rear could be considered.

Depending on the developmentproposal, it may lead to anincrease in traffic and congestion

-/?-/?-/?-/?-/?3. Travel

Opportunity to incorporate low- &zero carbon technologies and




Neutral6. BiodiversityRedevelopment proposal couldcontribute to enhancement bycreating a more attractive frontage


The area is partly POS deficient. There would be an opportunity

??8. Parks & openspaces

to include some form of openspaceProviding a mix of uses in a towncentre location would maximise

++++++++9. Best use of land &sustainableconstruction the potential of previously

developed land; potential forincorporation of sustainableconstruction measuresOpportunity for some provision ofhomes, including affordable unitsin upper floors and to rear

++++10. Housing


Access to a range of town centrefacilities and services for newusers of this site


A mixed use scheme would addto the vitality and viability of thetown centre

++++++13. Borough centres

Contribution to local economyincluding provision of jobs

++++++14. Local economy

Some opportunity to providemodern, flexible commercial units.


This option would provide new homes, including affordable units and it should contribute to the enhancement of the local shoppingarea. Positive impacts have been identified in relation to its contribution to the local economy, business and commercial developmentopportunities.


More activity and development on the site will inevitably generate more waste. This can be mitigated through the application of thewaste hierarchy and reuse of construction and demolition waste

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SA 27 Barnes Hospital, East Sheen

If the site is declared surplus to requirements, appropriate land uses include social and community infrastructure uses.Any redevelopment proposal for this site will be required to prioritise the provision of a new 2-form entry primary school.






----1. Waste

hierarchy should minimise/mitigateany potential negative impactsPotential to improve soil quality byremediating potentiallycontaminated land


Depending on the developmentproposal and given the existing

-/?-/?-/?-/?-/?3. Travel

access constraints, it may lead toan increase in traffic andcongestion in the local area, whichwould need to be mitigatedOpportunity to incorporate low- &zero carbon technologies and


renewable energy; buildingsshould be more energy efficientPotential to include climate changeadaptation measures, such asgreen roofs and walls

++5. Climate changeadaptation, floodrisk & water

Potential impacts on MortlakeCemetery which is designatedOSNI

??6. Biodiversity

Redevelopment of this site couldimpact upon existing BTMs and


adjacent Conservation Area (i.e.Queens Road, MortlakeConservation Area)Neutral; the adjacent MortlakeCemetery is designated OOLTI


Providing a mix of social andcommunity uses would maximise

++++9. Best use of land& sustainableconstruction the potential of previously

developed land if the site isdeclared surplus to requirements;potential for incorporation ofsustainable construction measuresNot considered as appropriate fornew housing development

--10. Housing

Would lead to a loss of a healthfacility unless service isre-provided elsewhere

---11. Health,well-being, securecommunities

Would lead to a loss of a healthfacility which could be considered

-/+-/++-/++-/++12. Accessible localservices

an essential service/communityfacility unless service isre-provided elsewhere; However,a primary school and othercommunity facilities would beconsidered positiveNeutral13. Borough centresNeutral14. Local economyNeutral15. Commercial


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SA 27 Barnes Hospital, East Sheen

If the site is declared surplus to requirements, appropriate land uses include social and community infrastructure uses.Any redevelopment proposal for this site will be required to prioritise the provision of a new 2-form entry primary school.

Largely positive, provided that there will be a new community use on the site and that there won’t be a gap in health service provision.Provision of a primary school, community and other educational facilities, may be considered an appropriate replacement for ahospital for older people. Impacts on biodiversity, landscape and the adjacent Mortlake Cemetery will depend on the detailed designfor the redevelopment for this site.


Redevelopment proposal would need to ensure that BTMs, boundary wall and existing character of the site are preserved andenhanced, and that the potential impacts on the adjacent Queens Road, Mortlake Conservation Area are taken into account.Important trees need to be retained and protected; impacts on adjacent OSNI need to be minimised. Minimisation of waste throughimplementation of waste hierarchy. Travel – the proposal will need to be subject to a satisfactory transport impact assessment. Itis understood that the Council will be preparing a Site Brief at an appropriate time in partnership with the owners.

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