Planning in Dover

Sports Provision

Residential development of ten or more dwellings will be required to contribute to the provision of new, or enhancement of existing, indoor sports facilities and outdoor playing pitch and sports facilities, to meet the needs of the development, and maintenance of those facilities. As a starting point, for the provision of indoor sports facilities, applicants will be expected to use Sport England's Sports Facility Calculator results to quantify requirements. For the provision of outdoor playing pitches, the Sport England Playing Pitch Calculator will be used by the Council to ascertain the level and type of provision needed. A detailed assessment will then be undertaken in order to take account of the outcomes and recommendations of the Indoor Sports Facilities Strategy 2023 and Playing Pitch Strategy 2019 (or latest available evidence) so that provision identified in the Calculators can be appropriately altered or refined to take account of local circumstances and the need to complement the Council's preferred delivery strategy for all sports facilities. The enhancement of existing sports facilities will be delivered mainly through off-site financial contributions to identified projects, but some larger schemes may trigger the need for a new on-site facility. All requirements will be secured via developer obligations (currently Section 106 Agreements).

Community Services and Facilities

1 New community services and facilities Development proposals which provide new community services and facilities that are inclusive, accessible, flexible and sited to maximise shared use of the facility will be supported. Development proposals which seek to retain, enhance and maintain community facilities and services that make a positive contribution to the social or cultural life of a community, including through the shared use of facilities, will also be supported. The particular benefits of any proposal that secures the long-term retention of a community provision will be given positive weight in determining planning applications. 2 Loss of existing community facilities and services Any community facility or service that makes a positive contribution to the social or cultural life of a community should be retained unless suitable alternative provision already exists, new provision is provided or the need for the provision is demonstrated to be obsolete. Across the District as a whole, planning permission will only be granted for proposals involving the loss or change of use of community services or facilities in the following circumstances: a Alternative provision of the same or similar service or facility is already available in the local area, and accessible to residents in that catchment area; or b It can be clearly demonstrated that there is no longer a current demand for such a facility or for alternative community use, or any real prospect of such a demand arising within a realistic timescale; or c It can be clearly demonstrated that an acceptable alternative means of meeting any such demand will become available in an accessible location before the loss of the existing facility; or d The new development consists of, incorporates, or provides an appropriate alternative recreational or community service or facility, either on-site or in a suitable location accessible to the local community, of equivalent or better provision in terms of quantity and quality. Demand should be assessed according to the nature of the existing facility in question. In addition, in settlements which are classified as Rural Service and Local Centres, Larger Villages and Smaller Villages and Hamlets in the settlement hierarchy, when applications are submitted for the loss or change of use of facilities and services, account will be taken of its importance to the community that it serves and the range of other facilities and services that would remain. Permission for loss or alternative uses will not be given if the community would be left without any local services or facilities, or the range would be seriously diminished, unless the applicant has demonstrated that the use is no longer commercially or otherwise viable.

Planning for Healthy and Inclusive Communities

The Council will support the creation of healthy, inclusive and safe communities in the District by: 1 Ensuring that new development is well served by services and facilities (for example education, health and social care, community, cultural facilities, play, youth, recreation, sports, faith and emergency facilities) and that a mix of uses are provided in new development that support daily life. 2 Creating opportunities for better active travel, to promote physical health, including provision for safe cycle and pedestrian routes. 3 Protecting against the loss of existing community facilities, allowing for the expansion or enhancement of existing community facilities, promoting the dual use and co-location of services in accessible places and requiring new developments to provide for the needs of their new communities. 4 Ensuring that new developments are designed to be safe and accessible, to minimise the fear of crime and improve public safety. 5 Promoting social interaction and inclusion in new developments through the provision of high-quality, people-focused spaces that are convenient and welcoming with no barriers to access, and that can be used by all. 6 Supporting the delivery of cultural infrastructure and public art projects to create a sense of place and identity in both new and existing communities. 7 Ensuring that all new development achieves a high standard of design both internally and externally, and that developments are designed to be resilient to climate change. 8 Seeking to improve the District's air quality, reducing public exposure to poor air quality and minimising inequalities in levels of exposure to air pollution. 9 Ensuring improved access to and quality of greenspaces, the provision of new green infrastructure, and spaces for play, recreation and sports.

Achieving High Quality Design, Place Making and the provision of Design Codes

All development in the District must achieve a high quality of design, that promotes sustainability, and fosters a positive sense of place, by responding to the following principles in an integrated and coherent way. Development which is not well-designed will not be supported. Where relevant and appropriate to the proposal under consideration, new development must: 1 Context and Identity a Demonstrate an understanding and awareness of the context of the area (including existing important views, the potential for creating new views, and historic and architectural character), appreciate existing built form and respond positively to it. b Be well designed paying particular attention to scale, massing, rhythm, layout, and use of materials appropriate to the locality. c Be compatible with neighbouring buildings and spaces (including public and private spaces, green and urban spaces, spaces between and around buildings - taking into account purpose and function, access and linkages, uses and activities, comfort, image and sociability). d Respect and enhance character to create locally distinctive design or create character where none exists. e Have a positive and coherent identity that everyone can identify with, and be visually attractive. f Demonstrate the appropriateness of the proposed design response. Appropriate design responses can range from repeating or reinterpreting local building patterns through to abstract forms which blend in with the prevailing streetscape/landscape. Where relevant, developments should draw inspiration from traditional building forms to inform contemporary designs and materials. g Take an integrated approach to the design process, from the project inception, where place making and sustainable development are considered as one. 2 Built Form a Make efficient use of land and promote compact forms of development that are walkable, and have access to local public transport, facilities and services. b Be of an appropriate density (typically between 30 - 50 net dwellings per hectare) that combines the efficient use of land with high-quality design that respects character and context. Higher density development will be encouraged in sustainable and accessible locations, such as around transport hubs or town centres, where this is appropriate. Lower density development may be appropriate in edge-of-settlement locations. c Incorporate focal points and destinations to create a sense of place and make it easy for anyone to find their way around. d Make a positive contribution to the visual character of the area, with the aim of creating a sense of harmony and visual continuity between the existing area and proposed development. e Be inclusive in its design for all users. 3 Movement a Integrate into existing areas of the District, be well-connected with all transport modes such as providing high quality pedestrian and cycle infrastructure including PRoW connections, and prioritise sustainable transport choices. b Create a clear structure and hierarchy of streets to ensure the development is easy to understand and navigate for all groups in society. c Be designed to give priority to people over cars, and reduce vehicle domination and vehicle speeds. 4 Nature a Demonstrate an understanding of the local landscape context and bring green and blue infrastructure into streets, open and public spaces. b Ensure that new streets are tree-lined and that opportunities are taken to incorporate trees elsewhere in the development in line with Policy CC8. c Provide high quality multi-functional green open spaces with a variety of landscapes and activities, including play, that also deliver enhanced biodiversity and flood mitigation. d Ensure that open spaces are designed to be resilient to climate change and adaptable over time so that they remain fit for purpose and are managed and maintained for continual use. e Support habitat conservation and creation for wildlife, for example through the creation of wildlife corridors, hedgehog highways, provision of swift bricks, bat roosts and bee bricks. 5 Public Spaces a Deliver well-located, high-quality and attractive public spaces that are integrated into the surrounding area, support a wide variety of activities, and encourage social interaction, to promote health, wellbeing, social and civic inclusion. b Ensure that public spaces are faced by buildings, and are designed to be safe, secure, inclusive and attractive for all to use. c Incorporate trees and other planting within public spaces to promote health and wellbeing and provide shading. d Ensure that existing features, including trees, natural habitats, boundary treatments and historic street furniture, that positively contribute to the quality and character of an area, are retained, enhanced and protected. e Take a coordinated approach to the design and siting of street furniture, boundary treatments, lighting, signage and public art to meet the needs of all users. f Ensure that new advertisements do not detract from the character and appearance of the surrounding area and do not have an adverse effect on public safety. g Ensure that outdoor lighting is sensitively located and designed to minimise light glare, light spillage, light trespass and sky glow. Outdoor lighting should avoid: adverse impacts on residential amenity; disruption to the movement of wildlife on blue and green corridors; impact on designated/priority habitats and protected species; adverse impact on protected landscapes, heritage assets, or areas where dark skies are an important part of the nocturnal landscape. 6 Homes and Buildings a Ensure that the siting, layout and design of vehicle and cycle parking (including detached garage blocks) is sensitively integrated into the development so as not to dominate the landscape, maintains an attractive and coherent street scene, does not prejudice the wider functionality of public and private space, and creates an effective functional link and relationship with the buildings and areas they serve. To achieve this a range of parking solutions are likely to be required to avoid the dominance of frontage parking. b Ensure a tenure-blind approach to housing development to ensure that new developments contribute to the creation of mixed and inclusive communities. c Make appropriate provision for service areas, refuse storage (including waste and recycling bins), and collection areas in accordance with the nature of the development. Such areas and access to them should be appropriately sited and designed to ensure they can: i Perform their role effectively without prejudicing or being prejudiced by other functions and users; ii Maintain an attractive and coherent street scene and protect visual amenity; and iii Avoid creating risk to human health or an environmental nuisance. d Promote sustainable waste management solutions that encourage the reduction, re-use and recycling of waste. This should include ensuring that there is appropriate consideration for residents to be able to segregate their waste to allow for recycling opportunities, including those who live in apartments. 7 Lifespan a Be designed to add to the overall quality of the area, not just for the short term but over the lifetime of the development. b Be designed and planned to last and be well-managed and maintained through long-term stewardship models. c Be adaptable to their users' changing needs and evolving technologies, including enabling opportunities for home-working. d Be robust, easy to use and look after, and enable their users to establish a sense of ownership. To support the delivery of high-quality buildings and places the Council will produce a District-wide Design Code and locally specific Design Codes for areas in the District where significant development is proposed. Development proposals must provide evidence, through their design and access statements, to demonstrate how they have responded positively to the design policies in the Local Plan and associated guidance, including national and local design guidance, local Design Codes and the National Model Design Code, relevant Neighbourhood Plans, Village Design Statements, Conservation Area Appraisals, site-specific development briefs, the Kent Design Guide, Secured by Design Guidance and where appropriate the Kent Downs AONB Landscape Design Handbook. Where significant design implications are identified on major proposals these will be referred to a Design Review Panel.

Shop Fronts

The Council will require all proposals for new and altered shopfronts, canopies, blinds, shutters and other security measures to be of a high standard of design. New, replacement and alterations to employment, retail and commercial fronts will be supported where: a The scale, proportion, composition, design and decorative treatment are in keeping with the character and appearance of the building and wider street scene; b Proposals are considerate of the architectural styles and materials of the building and character of the wider street scene; and c Architectural or historic fronts are kept and restored. Proposals for security shutters and grilles will not be supported if they would detract from the character and appearance of the building or wider street scene.

New Employment Development

1 At Designated settlements New employment development (office, (E(g)(i), research and development (E(g)(ii), light industrial (E(g)(iii), B2 and B8 uses) will be supported in the following locations and subject to criteria i) to ix) below: a Within existing employment sites as identified on the Policies Map; b On the employment sites allocated in this Plan; and c On land within or immediately adjoining the settlement confines of designated settlements. In the case of proposals for office development (E(g)(i)) in these locations outside of designated town centre boundaries, they will need to satisfy the requirements of the sequential test and impact assessment in accordance with Policy R2. 2 In the Countryside New employment development will be supported in the countryside in the following circumstances and subject to criteria i) to ix) below: a Within or adjoining existing rural employment sites or premises; b On an employment site allocated in this Plan; c For the development and diversification of agricultural and other land-based rural businesses; d To bring back into use previously developed land; and e To convert or, where not capable of conversion, rebuild existing agricultural or other suitable rural buildings. All new employment development supported under 1 or 2 above must accord with the following criteria: i The scale and design of the proposal is compatible with the character, layout, density, fabric and appearance of the existing settlement, surrounding area, and countryside; ii In the case of settlements in, or surrounded by, the Kent Downs AONB or Heritage Coasts, the proposal complies in the first instance with the primary requirement of conserving and enhancing landscape and scenic beauty, and, where this is demonstrated, the scale and extent of development is limited, sensitively located and designed to avoid or minimise adverse impacts on these designated landscapes; iii The level and type of activity the proposal generates and the functional and visual relationship it has with adjoining uses would not result in harm to the character and appearance of the surrounding area, including where relevant the character and quality of the countryside; iv It would conserve and enhance landscape character and biodiversity and not result in an unacceptable intrusion into open countryside or the loss of important green spaces within the confines that contribute positively to the existing character of that settlement; v It would preserve or enhance any heritage assets and the setting of those assets; vi The development must be compatible with neighbouring buildings and uses and not lead to unacceptable living conditions through overlooking, noise or vibration, odour, light pollution, overshadowing, loss of natural light or sense of enclosure; vii Appropriate provision can be made for parking and access; viii It is demonstrated that traffic generated from the development can be safely accommodated on the local road network, and the development will not generate a type or amount of traffic that would be inappropriate to the rural road network; ix Proposals should seek to improve provision of sustainable travel options to the site wherever possible, in accordance with Policy TI1; and x Where relevant, major employment development will be required to demonstrate why it cannot be located on a site identified for employment purposes in the Plan (Policy SP6 Part 1) and will not undermine the employment strategy for the area.

Loss or Redevelopment of Employment Sites and Premises

Proposals which result in the loss of existing employment sites (as identified on the Policies Map and listed in Table 8.1), or other buildings and land currently or last used for employment purposes (office (E(g)(i), research and development (E(g)(ii), light industrial (E(g)(iii), B2 and B8 uses) within the District, will only be supported where: a The site is allocated for alternative use within this Plan, or b The proposal would not result in a significant, or harmful reduction in the supply of land available for employment purposes for the remainder of the plan period, having regard to the type of employment land proposed for re-use and its location and it has been demonstrated that an employment use is no longer suitable or viable. The proposed replacement use should be compatible with the uses in the surrounding area and should not prejudice the ongoing operation of existing businesses nearby.

Businesses Operating from a Residential Property

Proposals for the establishment of a business operating from a residential property will be permitted, provided that it would not result in: a An adverse impact on the living conditions of existing adjoining residents; and b Additional traffic flows or vehicle parking in the vicinity, at a level that would be harmful to residential amenity or highway safety; and c The erosion of the residential character of the area.

White Cliffs Business Park (Phases 2, 3, and 4), Whitfield

The site is allocated, with an indicative capacity of 132,000 sq.m, for a mix of employment uses including office (E(g)i), research and development (E(g)ii), light industrial (E(g)iii), general industrial (B2) and distribution uses (B8), along with other employment generating uses which do not form part of the use classes order. Ancillary retail/trade counter uses may also be considered suitable. Proposals for the site must comply with the following criteria: a A landscape and visual impact assessment, to include modelling of building heights, must be carried out to inform: i The design, form, height, mass, materials and colour palette which must be sensitive to the site's location on the ridge of the valley, the setting of the Kent Downs AONB and longer views of the site. ii The layout and position of buildings must avoid the appearance of a continuous line of buildings on the ridgeline. iii The provision of structural landscaping throughout the site and to its boundaries, and the retention and enhancement of existing vegetation within the site. b In addition to structural and buffer landscaping, there shall be a minimum of 20% on-plot landscaping; c The integrity and setting of the North Downs Way are preserved and enhanced by retaining the existing hedgerow, strengthening by additional planting and landscape buffer either side of the North Downs Way, and setting back development at least 10 metres from the new planting; d Byway ER55A is retained and enhanced, and pedestrian and cycle connections must be provided to connect EB12 through the site with the business park, leisure centre and surrounding area; e In accordance with Policy TI1, proposals maximise the use of public transport and ensure development fronts the main spine road, and secondary routes, and includes clear and safe pedestrian routes for public transport stops; f The Travel Plans for the site should include targets and measures to achieve a modal shift from private car to sustainable travel modes of between 10 and 20%; g The following will be required in relation to wider strategic and local highway mitigation measures, to be informed by Transport Assessments in accordance with Policy TI2: i Financial contributions towards upgrades to Whitfield Roundabout and Duke of York Roundabout in accordance with SP12; ii Consideration of the impact of the proposal on the local road network, including Alkham Road/ A256 (London Road), Whitfield Hill/A256 (London Road), A2/A256/Honeywood Parkway Dumbbell roundabout and A256/A258 Deal Rd junctions; h An archaeological assessment for the site must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE3 Archaeology, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any archaeological assets identified through the assessment; i Where appropriate conditions will be placed on permissions to restrict the use within Class E to the specific use that has been applied for; j Proposals support and do not prejudice the delivery of the Dover Fastrack and provide on and off-site sustainable transport measures, as set out in Policy TI1, to include financial contributions to increase the frequency and reliability of Dover Fastrack, and towards provision of highway infrastructure improvements for Dover Fastrack, as set out in Policy SP12; k Traffic management measures are provided that restrict access to Dover Road to public transport, pedestrian, cyclists and emergency access only; Additionally in the case of Phase 2: l The existing tree line on the southern boundary shall be maintained and enhanced, except where there is a need to provide access to Phase 4. Trees which need to be removed to enable access to be provided, shall be kept to the minimum needed to provide necessary visibility, and will be required to be replaced on-site. Built development shall be set back from the enhanced tree line to ensure no impact upon the trees' root protection areas; m Vehicular access and servicing must extend up to the boundary with Phases 3 and 4; Additionally in the case of Phase 3: n A landscaped buffer zone, of at least 25 metres wide, is provided along the eastern boundary with Dover Road and the residential area; o Development adjacent to the buffer zone is Use Class E(g)(i, ii ,iii) only and does not exceed 8 metres in height; Additionally in the case of Phase 4: p A landscape buffer a minimum of 50m wide should be provided along the southern and eastern boundaries of the site to mitigate the visual impact of the site from local and longer distance views. The buffer should incorporate tree planting as well as other biodiversity enhancements and should seek to make linkages to the nearby local wildlife sites; q A noise assessment must be carried out to inform the extent of the buffer zone to residential properties in the surrounding area, and any other mitigation necessary; r No vehicular access should be provided from or across bridleway ER60; s Development to the eastern side of the bridleway must not exceed 8 metres in height; and t The western part of Phase 4 will be considered suitable for additional sports facilities should the need arise for them.

Aylesham Development Area

The site as shown on the policies map is allocated for employment uses, including office (Class E (g)(i)); research and development (Class E(g)(ii)); industrial processes (Class E(g)(iii)); B2 uses and restaurant (Class E (b)), with an indicative capacity of 8,500 sq.m. Proposals for the site must comply with the following criteria: a The overall scale, mass and height of development will need to take account of the topography of the site and be in keeping with the adjacent residential uses and smaller scale commercial uses; b An appropriate landscape buffer and structural planting are required to mitigate the impact of development. These should include retention and enhancement of the existing screening along the eastern, southern and western boundaries in order to mitigate the impact of development on the countryside and provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement; c Ensure appropriate species and habitat surveys are carried out prior to application submission. Survey results will inform layout and design to avoid ecological impacts in accordance with the mitigation hierarchy and to inform on-site ecological mitigation, compensation and enhancement measures and proposals for effective implementation, management and monitoring of all such measures; d An Archaeological Assessment for the site must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE3 Archaeology, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any archaeological assets identified through the assessment; e Pedestrian and cycle links which connect to and extend and enhance existing routes and/or provide new routes to Aylesham railway station shall be provided; f A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment is required to address the issue of surface water flooding and consider the impacts of climate change over the lifetime of the development; and g The occupation of the development should be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. Development should provide a connection to the sewerage system at the nearest point of adequate capacity and ensure future access to the existing sewerage infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes.

Statenborough Farm, Eastry (TC4S076)

The site as shown on the policies map is allocated for employment uses falling within Use Classes E and B2, with an indicative capacity of 2,000 sq.m; Proposals for the site must comply with the following criteria: a The design of new development or changes to the external appearance of the buildings must reflect the rural character of the area and use materials and a colour palette sensitive to the location within the countryside; b Primary vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access to the site shall be provided from the existing site access at Felderland Lane; c The occupation of the development should be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. Development should provide a connection to the sewerage system at the nearest point of adequate capacity; d A noise survey will be required to identify any potential mitigation to protect the amenity of neighbouring residents; and e PROW EE251 as defined on the KCC Public Rights of Way map shall be retained and not obstructed by vehicular parking associated with the allocated uses.

Fort Burgoyne, Dover

Viable uses which conserve or enhance the significance of the Fort Burgoyne heritage asset, and which contribute to delivering a sustainable future for the site including its landscape and biodiversity, will be supported. The site is allocated for mixed-use development, including education, employment, leisure and cultural uses, with an indicative capacity of 3,500 sq.m. In particular developments should: a Provide a Heritage Statement in accordance with Policy HE1, to include appropriate archaeological investigations as set out in Policy HE3, the results of which should inform how the proposals for the re-use of the existing structures and proposed design and layout of any new development will make a positive contribution to its historic character and distinctiveness; b Respect the overall historical coherence of this heritage asset and provide support for the delivery of exemplary standards of conservation, design and sustainable construction; c Promote and enable the constructive conservation of the site, including those elements which are on the Heritage at Risk register; d Enhance interpretation, awareness and accessibility of this asset for residents and visitors; e Ensure appropriate species and habitat surveys are carried out prior to application submission. Survey results will inform layout and design to avoid ecological impacts in accordance with the mitigation hierarchy and to inform on-site ecological mitigation, compensation and enhancement measures and proposals for effective implementation, management and monitoring of all such measures; f A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment must be carried out in accordance with Policy CC5. This should inform the Sequential Approach which should be applied to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas; g Where relevant and achievable provide SuDS in accordance with Policy CC6; h Include enhancements and public access to the open space (subject to appropriate management for biodiversity) within and adjacent to the site. Development within the open space which would enhance the overall attraction of the site will be supported. Proposals affecting the recreation ground shall comply with Policy PM5; i Development within the boundary of Fort Burgoyne which would have a detrimental impact on the heritage significance, settings, views, biodiversity, character or coherence of the components and elements of this complex, will not be permitted; j Undertake an assessment of land contamination for the site. This shall be carried out and submitted as part of the planning application and appropriate mitigation measures must be implemented prior to development commencing; and k Provide on and off-site sustainable transport measures, as set out in Policy TI1, to include financial contributions to increase the frequency and reliability of Dover Fastrack, and towards provision of highway infrastructure improvements for Dover Fastrack as set out in Policy SP12.

Economic Growth

Economic growth will be supported in the District, in line with the Economic Growth Strategy, as follows: 1 The delivery of a minimum of 117,290sq.m of new employment floorspace (Use Classes E(g)i-iii, B2 and B8) (31.1ha in land terms) over the Plan period. This will be achieved through the following strategy: a The allocation of the following sites for business and employment purposes: White Cliffs Business Park, Whitfield (Policy SAP2) Dover Waterfront, Dover (SAP3) Aylesham Development Area, Aylesham (Policy SAP25) Statenborough Farm, Eastry (Policy SAP31) b Supporting the ongoing redevelopment at Discovery Park, Sandwich c Promoting new urban and rural employment opportunities in accordance with Policy E1 2 The allocation of Fort Burgoyne (Policy SAP5) for a mix of uses, and supporting the redevelopment and re-use of the following heritage regeneration opportunity sites to secure their future: The former Snowdown Colliery, Aylesham (Policy HRS2) Western Heights, Dover (Policy HRS1) 3 The retention of existing industrial/ commercial/ business land, premises and estates, in accordance with Policy E2. 4 The maximisation of town centre employment opportunities in accordance with the strategic approach to the Town Centres set out in SP7, SP8, SP9 and SP10. 5 Supporting the expansion of port facilities at Dover's Western Docks through the Harbour Revision Order. 6 Supporting tourism development that would extend or upgrade the range of tourist facilities, particularly those that attract the staying visitor, increase the attraction of tourists to the area and extend the season in accordance with Policy E4.

Economic Growth

To grow and diversify the Dover District economy by providing additional employment floorspace, making it an attractive and competitive place to start, grow and invest in a broad range of businesses, attracting more and better jobs and attracting and retaining working age people.

Reducing Carbon Emissions

Proposals for new buildings must demonstrate how energy efficiency and a reduction in carbon emissions has been incorporated into the proposed building design. In particular, the following measures must be considered: a Use of good fabric standards that reduce heat and energy needs; b The use of on-site renewable and low-carbon energy technologies; c Measures (such as the arrangement of rooms, and orientation, size and position of windows) to utilise and control solar gains, including the position and permanence of solar shading features; d Measures to promote natural ventilation.

Sustainable Design and Construction

In order to mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change all new development involving the construction of new buildings should demonstrate how they will satisfy the following criteria: a Provide measures to improve the energy efficiency of buildings in accordance with Policy CC1 and, where relevant, also utilise whole development layout, orientation, massing and landscaping to make the best use of solar energy, passive heating and cooling, natural light and natural ventilation; b Prioritise the use of low embodied carbon and energy efficient building materials and construction techniques; c Consider the lifecycle of the building and any associated public spaces, including how they can be easily modified to meet changing social and economic needs and how materials can be recycled at the end of their lifetime; d Provide measures to adapt to climate change, including the provision of water efficiency measures in accordance with Policy CC4, green infrastructure in accordance with Policies CC8, PM1 and PM3 and Strategic Policies SP2 and SP14, Sustainable urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) in accordance with Policy CC6, suitable shading of gardens and other open spaces, rainwater harvesting, drought resistant landscaping; and in the case of major developments, the shading of pedestrian routes and the provision of opportunities for growing food; and e Minimise waste and promote recycling, during both construction and occupation.

Renewable and Low Carbon Energy Development

New development is encouraged to maximise opportunities for renewable energy by producing, storing and using renewable energy on-site. The Council will also take positive account of, and support development that provides further energy reductions, efficiencies, or delivers retrofitted renewable and low carbon energy measures on or near existing development sites, where measures comply with other policies of the Plan. The Council will encourage the use of previously developed land to provide renewable energy generation or storage to support new and existing development. Development to generate energy from renewable and low carbon sources will be supported where it is demonstrated that: a The environmental, social and economic benefits of their proposals are made clear; b It will not result in significant harm to the surrounding area, landscape character, natural or heritage assets, habitats, biodiversity, or wildlife (particularly protected species), having special regard to the natural beauty of the Kent Downs AONB; c There is no significant loss of amenity to local residents by virtue of visual impact, noise, disturbance or odour; d The proposals will conserve and enhance the natural environment through measures such as improvements to biodiversity; e There is no significant loss of the best and most versatile agricultural land, unless it can be demonstrated that no alternative lower-grade land is available; f It will not result in an unacceptable impact on the local transport network that cannot be satisfactorily mitigated; and g Any fuel required is sustainably sourced.

Planning for Climate Change

The Council will seek to ensure that all new built development contributes to the mitigation of, and adaptation to, climate change through: Mitigation a Including low-carbon design approaches to reduce energy consumption in buildings; b Utilising sustainable construction techniques and optimising resource efficiency; c Incorporating renewable and low-carbon technologies; d Providing opportunities for decentralised energy and heating; e Maximising green infrastructure; and f Reducing the need to travel and maximising opportunities for 'smarter' sustainable transport options to deliver the highest possible share of trips by the most sustainable travel modes. Adaptation g Ensuring that development is designed to reduce vulnerability to, and provide resilience from, the impacts arising from a changing climate, whilst not increasing the potential for increased greenhouse gas emissions in doing so; h Incorporating multi-functional green infrastructure to enhance biodiversity, manage flood risk, address overheating and promote local food production; i Improving water efficiency; and j Ensuring that development does not increase flood risk, including by taking a sequential approach to avoid development in flood risk areas, and where possible reduces the risk of flooding.

Water Efficiency

All new dwellings must be built to the higher water efficiency standard under Regulation 36(3) of the Building Regulations, to achieve a maximum use of 110 litres per person per day. The Council will strongly support proposals that seek to reduce daily water consumption even further, through the use of additional measures such as rainwater harvesting. Non-residential development shall demonstrate water efficiency at the relevant BREEAM very good standard.

Flood Risk

Development on sites at risk of flooding must comply with the National Planning Policy Framework and associated guidance and will only be permitted where it is demonstrated by a site-specific Flood Risk Assessment (FRA), (having regard to the requirements set out in the Council's Strategic Flood Risk Assessment), that it would not result in an unacceptable risk of flooding on the site itself or elsewhere. The FRA should have regard to the guidance set out in the Council's Site Specific Guidance for Managing Flood Risk (as updated). For development identified by the FRA to be at risk of flooding from any source, flood mitigation should have regard to the Flood Risk Management hierarchy outlined in the document 'Site-specific Guidance for Managing Flood Risk'. Where development does go ahead in Flood Zone 3, all floor levels for living and sleeping accommodation should be set at a minimum of 300mm and 600mm above the design flood level respectively, including an allowance for climate change.

Coastal Change Management Areas

Within the Coastal Change Management Areas (as identified on the Policies map): 1 Permanent new development will not be permitted. 2 Temporary development may be granted time-limited planning permission provided that it is demonstrated that the development: a Requires a coastal or clifftop location; b Will be safe and will not increase the risk to life during its planned lifetime; c Provides wider sustainability benefits; and d Will not exacerbate rates of coastal change anywhere on the coastline. 3 Householder applications (including extensions, outbuildings and alterations to existing dwellings) in CCMAs may be permitted provided it is demonstrated that the development: a Will be safe and will not increase the risk to life during its planned lifetime; b Will not exacerbate rates of coastal change anywhere on the coastline. 4 Ponds, swimming pools, septic tanks and sewage treatment plants will not be permitted. 5 The uncontrolled discharge or disposal of water onto the ground will not be permitted, and the management of surface water using infiltration/soakaways is unlikely to be supported. All applications for development in CCMAs (including temporary and householder) must be supported by a coastal change vulnerability assessment and geotechnical appraisal, undertaken by suitably qualified persons, to demonstrate the above requirements (where relevant) can be met.

Tree Planting and Protection

Tree Planting a A minimum of two new trees will be required to be planted for each new dwelling (this does not apply to applications for conversions and changes of use to residential), and a minimum of one new tree will be required to be planted for every 500 sq.m of new commercial floorspace created. b Trees should be native Kent species, of local provenance from a bio-secure source, and should be standard size in specification as a minimum. c A presumption that the trees will be planted on-site rather than off-site will apply. For major development where it is demonstrated that new trees cannot be provided on-site, a financial contribution will be required towards the planting of trees off-site having regard to the Council's Green Infrastructure Strategy. d A detailed landscaping scheme and landscape management plan should be submitted for all major development schemes, including, but not limited to, details of the trees and shrubs to be planted, and proposals for how the landscaping scheme will be managed and maintained over the lifetime of the development. Tree Protection and Replacement e Dover District Council will make Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs) when necessary in order to protect specific trees, groups of trees, or woodlands, in the interests of amenity and biodiversity. f Development involving the loss of or damage to a tree, group of trees or areas of woodland that are designated as being of significant amenity, biodiversity or historic value in the Council's Green Infrastructure Strategy will only be permitted when the benefits of the development clearly outweigh the benefits of their retention and the applicant has demonstrated that no alternatives are available. g Trees protected by Tree Preservation Orders should be retained wherever possible, unless: i it is demonstrated by an arboriculturist report that they are dead, dying, diseased or represent a hazard to public safety; or ii The Council deems the felling to be acceptable with regards to the Council's policy on tree management; or iii The benefit of the proposed development outweighs the benefit of their retention. h If felling is deemed acceptable by parts (f) or (g) then the planting of two replacement trees for each tree felled in an appropriate location will be required.

Biodiversity Net Gain

1 Development proposals must provide a minimum of 10% biodiversity net gain (BNG). 2 Proposals for BNG should be delivered on-site, taking into account local green infrastructure priorities set out in the Local Nature Recovery Strategy, the Dover District Green Infrastructure Strategy and the Kent Biodiversity Strategy. Only if it can be demonstrated that ecologically meaningful BNG that contributes to the local green infrastructure network cannot be practically and/or feasibly achieved within the site boundary, will the Council consider off-site alternatives in line with the biodiversity gain hierarchy. 3 Where off-site biodiversity gain is proposed, the Kent and Medway Local Nature Recovery Strategy, once published, should be used to guide the locations of BNG. In addition, the following locational hierarchy should be followed where possible: (i) Within Dover District; (ii) Within neighbouring local authority areas; (iii) Within Kent and Medway; (iv) Within the North Downs or North Kent Plain National Character Area; (v) Elsewhere in England. Only when it is demonstrated that there is no possibility of delivering BNG within the above locational hierarchy will the purchase of statutory credits be supported. 4 Development proposals must provide sufficient BNG information to satisfy the Council that the BNG requirement is capable of being successfully discharged. This should include a draft Biodiversity Gain Plan and draft Habitat Management and Monitoring Plan that follow the DEFRA and Natural England templates which should also include the following local considerations: (i) The method of BNG delivery (for example on or off site); (ii) Evidence to demonstrate that the biodiversity gain hierarchy and locational hierarchy set out in criteria 3 of this Policy has been followed; (iii) The Statutory Biodiversity Metric should have regard to the Interim Strategic Significance Guidance for BNG in Kent and Medway (as updated), until superseded by the Local Nature Recovery Strategy; (iv) Where baseline habitat of high or very high distinctiveness is retained on-site, the draft Habitat Management and Monitoring Plan should include proposals to secure its management to ensure that no deterioration would occur that results in reduced overall BNG; (v) In deciding whether any on-site BNG is 'significant' regard shall be had to local guidance on its definition, to inform future management and monitoring requirements. 5 BNG proposals will be secured by condition and/or legal agreement with the Council or a conservation covenant with a responsible body. Where legal agreements are with the Council this will include a requirement to cover the Council's costs associated with the long-term monitoring of the BNG delivery. 6 Proposals to create biodiversity sites in appropriate locations, including biodiversity enhancement sites and sites associated with delivering the key outcomes of the Dover Green Infrastructure Strategy, and the Local Nature Recovery Strategy when published, will be supported. 7 The Council will encourage BNG that helps deliver nature-based solutions to climate change as well as biodiversity loss, such as the restoration and creation of ecosystems to protect shorelines, protect communities from flooding, or increasing carbon sequestration.

Landscape Character and the Kent Downs AONB

Proposals should demonstrate particular regard to the Landscape Character Area, as defined by the Dover District Landscape Character Assessment 2020 and the Kent Downs AONB Landscape Character Assessment Review, in which they are located and in particular to the following landscape characteristics: a Landform, topography, geology and natural patterns of drainage; b The pattern and composition of trees and woodlands; c The type and composition of wildlife habitats; d The pattern and composition of field boundaries; e The pattern and distribution of settlements, roads and footpaths; f The presence and pattern of historic landscape features; g The setting, scale, layout, design and detailing of vernacular buildings and other traditional man-made features. In addition, all proposals within the Kent Downs AONB, including the Heritage Coasts, must seek to further the purpose of conserving and enhancing the natural beauty of the Kent Downs AONB. All proposals within, or affecting the setting of, the AONB should be limited in scale and extent and will be supported where: h Development is sensitively located and designed to avoid or minimise adverse impacts on the AONB and its setting; i The location, form, scale, materials and design would conserve and where appropriate enhance or restore the special character of the landscape; j The development would enhance the special qualities, distinctive character and tranquillity of the AONB and the Heritage Coasts; and k The development has had regard to the AONB Management Plan and any associated guidance. Major development proposals within the AONB will only be permitted in exceptional circumstances and where it is demonstrated they are in the public interest.

Thanet Coast and Sandwich Bay SPA Mitigation and Monitoring Strategy

All proposals for new residential development within a 9km Zone of Influence radius of the SPA will be required to make a financial contribution towards monitoring and mitigation measures set out in the Thanet Coast and Sandwich Bay SAMMS and in Table 11.2 above in order to mitigate against the potential for in-combination effects of new development, through the pathway of recreational pressure, on the Thanet Coast and Sandwich Bay SPA. The tariff will be collected through the S106 mechanism. Such contributions will be reviewed every 10 years, or sooner if monitoring reveals issues which are not being addressed by the mitigation measures. Developments for other uses that would increase recreational activity causing disturbance to qualifying bird species, including but not limited to holiday accommodation, hotels and leisure uses, will be assessed on a case-by-case basis under the Habitat Regulations and may be required to make full or partial contributions towards the delivery of the SAMM Strategy if appropriate.

Air Quality

Development proposals that might lead to a significant deterioration in air quality or national air quality objectives being exceeded, either alone, or in combination with other committed development, will be required to submit an Air Quality Assessment, carried out having regard to the relevant guidance and utilising the DEFRA Emissions Factor Toolkit, to be agreed with the Local Planning Authority as part of planning applications. Such an Assessment should address: a The cumulative effect of further emissions arising from the proposals; and, b The proposed mitigation measures, including appropriate design and offsetting measures, which would prevent National Air Quality Objectives being exceeded or would reduce the extent of any air quality deterioration. Major development proposals will be required to demonstrate a shift to the use of sustainable low emission transport, in accordance with Policy TI 1, in order to minimise the impact of vehicle emissions on air quality and how such a modal shift will be achieved. Proposals which will result in National Air Quality Objectives being exceeded will not be permitted.

Water Supply and Quality

Within Ground Water Source Protection Zones, as shown on the Policies Map, development will only be permitted if it is demonstrated that there is no risk of contamination to groundwater sources given the reliance on groundwater for the water supply to this District. If a risk is identified, development will only be permitted if adequate mitigation measures can be implemented. The following will only be permitted in Zones 1 and 2 if adequate safeguards against possible contamination are provided: a Septic tanks, storage tanks containing hydrocarbons or any chemicals, or underground storage tanks; b Proposals for development which may include activities which would pose a high risk of contamination; c Proposals for the manufacture and use of organic chemicals, particularly chlorinated solvents; d Oil pipelines; e Storm water overflows; f Activities which involve the disposal of liquid waste to land; and g Sustainable urban Drainage Systems. New graveyards or cemeteries will not be permitted in Zone 1. Farm waste, storage areas, new foul or combined sewerage systems discharging to the ground will not be permitted in Zone 1 unless adequate safeguards are provided. All development proposals must provide a connection to the sewerage system at the nearest point of adequate capacity wherever feasible, as advised by the service provider, and ensure future access to the existing sewerage systems for maintenance and upsizing purposes. For developments which are not on mains drainage, provision of a package treatment plant to be approved in principle by Environment Agency Guidance will be required. Schemes that would be likely to result in a reduction in the quality or quantity of groundwater resources will not be permitted. The Council will support, in principle, infrastructure proposals designed to increase water supply and wastewater treatment capacity, subject to there being no significant adverse environmental impacts and the minimisation of those that may remain.

The River Dour

All development proposals that adjoin or affect the setting of the River Dour should: a Protect the important ecosystem of this chalk stream; b Actively enhance the natural functioning of the river, wildlife habitats and opportunities for species; c Provide adequate natural buffers to protect against polluting runoff; and d Contribute to the creation of a connected and active river frontage, including where possible improving public access, and should protect and enhance the route of the existing and proposed Dour riverside walk as shown on the Policies Map. Proposals within the river corridor of the River Dour should demonstrate that they will not have adverse impacts upon water quality. Development that will improve water quality, river flow, riparian habitats and opportunities for species will be supported. Development involving culverting will not be permitted.

Providing Open Space

Residential development of ten or more dwellings will be required to provide or contribute towards the provision of open space that meets the needs of that development, in addition to appropriate maintenance costs. This will be delivered through on-site delivery and/or financial contributions towards new or improved off-site provision, as per the following criteria: a Where new open space is provided, it should meet the following quantity and access standards: Table 6.3 Open Space Quantity and Access Standards (Policy PM3) Access standard (maximum distance from the new homes) | Quantity standards (per 1,000 population) | Open space type 1,200 metres or 15-minute walk time | 0.45 ha | 1.91 ha | Parks & gardens | Accessible greenspace 800 metres or 10-minute walk time | 1.46 ha | Amenity greenspace 1,200 metres or 15-minute walk time | 0.21 ha | Allotment Strategic sites: 1,200 metres or 15-minute walk time | 0.06 ha | Provision for children & young people Non-strategic sites: 600 metres or 7.5-minute walk time b Developments that reach the thresholds in Table 6.4 will be expected to provide new open space of the following typologies on-site. This on-site open space provision will be of the minimum size prescribed within the table. Table 6.4 Open Space Thresholds and Minimum Sizes for On-site Provision (Policy PM3) Minimum area to be provided on-site | Number of Dwellings | Open Space Type 0.2 ha | 60 | Amenity Greenspace 0.01 ha | 25 | Local Area for Play (LAP) Play Areas 1 0.04 ha | 100 | Locally Equipped Area for Play (LEAP) 0.10 ha | 260 | Neighbourhood Equipped Play Area (NEAP) c Where open space is to be provided on-site, this should be supported by a governance strategy which will need to be agreed with the Council. This strategy will need to set out what facilities are to be delivered and by when, and how and when they will be managed and maintained over time to an acceptable standard. The open space could be offered to the local Town or Parish Council, the District Council or appropriate community group or charity, subject to payment of a commuted sum. Should a private management company model be promoted, then it will need to be established and run in a way that is affordable, gives the residents a key governance role and is focused towards the management of the facilities to be delivered by the development. d Where the thresholds in Table 6.4 are not met, a financial contribution will be sought for the purpose of funding quantitative or qualitative improvement to an existing, or the provision of new, publicly accessible open space. The financial contribution will cover the cost of providing and maintaining the improvements to existing, or provision of new open space, and will be secured through developer contributions (currently Section 106 Agreements). Proposals for new open space shall respond to any existing deficiencies in specific types of open space in the locality of the development, as set out in the most recent evidence. The Council will work with applicants to identify open space needs and will support proposals that deviate from the mix of typologies set out in this policy where deficiencies are corrected, and the full provision of open space is made.

Protection of Open Space, Sports Facilities and Local Green Space

Development proposals that involve the whole or partial loss of open space, including outdoor recreation facilities, playing/sports fields, allotments, or of built and indoor sports facilities, will not be supported unless: a A robust assessment of open space and sports provision, using the quantity and access standards for open space and sports facilities set out in this Local Plan, has identified a surplus in the catchment area to meet both current and future needs, and full consideration has been given to all functions that open space and indoor built sports facilities can perform, having regard to the existing deficiencies within the local area; or b Any replacement facility (or enhancement of the remainder of the existing site) provides a net benefit to the community in terms of the quantity, quality, availability and accessibility of open space or sport and recreational opportunities; or c The development is for alternative sports and recreational provision, the benefits of which clearly outweigh the loss of the current or former use. In all circumstances, the loss of open space will not be permitted if that open space: 1 Contributes to the distinctive form, character and setting of a settlement; 2 Creates focal points within the built-up area; or 3 Provides the setting for important buildings or scheduled monuments, or are themselves of historic or cultural value. The sites identified on the Policies Map as Local Green Space, including those identified within adopted Neighbourhood Plans, will be protected from development in accordance with the requirements of the National Planning Policy Framework.

Protecting Biodiversity and Geodiversity

d Development likely to have an adverse effect on the integrity of a European site (either individually or in combination with other developments) will only be permitted where the public benefit of the development in the location proposed clearly outweighs the adverse effect on the integrity of the site. Where such development is to proceed, all appropriate mitigation measures must be implemented to prevent or reduce harm to the site's integrity. However, this exemption will only apply in exceptional circumstances where the development is necessary for imperative reasons of overriding public interest, particularly those of a social or economic nature, and in accordance with requirements of the Habitats Regulations. In respect of any impacts on internationally designated bird species in European sites, when impacts cannot be avoided, appropriate mitigation in the form of habitat creation and management in perpetuity on-site in the first instance, or through provision of strategic sites for these species elsewhere within Dover District, will be required. Permission will only be granted when proposals for appropriate, adequate and achievable mitigation measures have been agreed. All such necessary mitigation will need to be fully functional prior to any development which would affect significant numbers of SPA birds. e All proposals within, or affecting the setting of, the AONB and Heritage Coasts must have regard to the purpose of conserving and enhancing their natural beauty in accordance with the requirements of Policy NE2. f For nationally designated biodiversity sites, including Sites of Special Scientific Interest, National Nature Reserves and Marine Conservation Zones, development will only be permitted where it is not likely to have an adverse effect on the designated site or its interests (either individually or in combination with other developments) unless the benefits of the development in the location proposed clearly outweigh the impacts that it is likely to have on the features of the designated site that make it of national importance, and any broader impacts on the national network of sites. Where damage to a nationally designated site cannot be avoided or mitigated, compensatory measures will be sought. Development will also accord with and support the conservation objectives of any biodiversity site management plans. g Development which would result in the loss or deterioration of irreplaceable habitats, including ancient woodland and ancient or veteran trees, will only be permitted in wholly exceptional circumstances, where the public benefit would clearly outweigh the loss or deterioration, and where a suitable compensation strategy exists. h For locally identified biodiversity and geological assets, including Regionally Important Geological Sites, Local Wildlife Sites and Local Nature Reserves, as well as priority and locally important habitats and priority species, including chalk grasslands, development likely to have an adverse effect will be permitted only where the damage can be avoided or adequately mitigated or when its need outweighs the biodiversity interest of the site and when the coherence of the local ecological network is maintained. Compensation will be sought for loss or damage to locally identified biodiversity assets. i Development affecting designated sites and biodiversity assets, including protected and priority species, will apply the mitigation hierarchy as required by the NPPF; j All mitigation, compensation and enhancement measures should have regard to the requirements of Policy SP14, the Dover District Green Infrastructure Strategy and the Local Nature Recovery Strategy.

Enhancing Green Infrastructure and Biodiversity

a Measures that conserve and enhance the green infrastructure and biodiversity of the District through the management, restoration and creation of habitats in line with the priorities set out in the Local Nature Recovery Strategy, the Kent Biodiversity Strategy for the Biodiversity Opportunity Areas (BOAs) in the District and in the Dover District Green Infrastructure Strategy will be supported. b Where possible, every development (excluding householder) will be required to connect to and improve the wider ecological networks in which it is located, providing on-site green infrastructure that connects to off-site networks. Proposals must safeguard features of nature conservation interest, and retain, conserve and enhance habitats, including internationally, nationally and locally designated sites, irreplaceable and priority habitats and species, networks of ecological interest, ancient woodland, chalk grasslands, water features, hedgerows, beaches, wetland pastures and foreshores, as green and blue corridors and stepping-stones for wildlife. c Development should ensure that the integrity of the existing network of green infrastructure, including the hierarchy of designated sites, the Local Nature Recovery Network and Biodiversity Opportunity Areas across the District is strengthened as part of proposals, in order to increase the contribution to health and wellbeing, carbon sequestration and resilience to climate change delivered by such green infrastructure. d All development must avoid a net loss of biodiversity and will be required to achieve a net gain in biodiversity above the ecological baseline in line with Policy NE1.

Designated and Non-Designated Heritage Assets

Proposals which conserve or enhance the heritage assets of the District, sustaining and enhancing their significance and making a positive contribution to local character and distinctiveness will be supported. In particular, proposals that bring redundant or under-used buildings and areas, at risk through neglect, decay or other threats into appropriate and viable use consistent with their conservation, will be encouraged. This includes those on the Heritage at Risk Register held by Historic England, buildings and sites identified during the planning application process and any local list of heritage assets at risk. Development will not be permitted where it will cause total loss of significance or substantial harm to a designated heritage asset, unless it can be demonstrated that the harm or loss is necessary to provide substantial public benefits that will outweigh the harm or loss caused, or a Where the nature of the heritage asset prevents all reasonable or viable uses of the site, and no viable use of the heritage asset can be found in the medium term through appropriate marketing that will enable its conservation; and b Conservation through grant funding is not possible, and the harm to or loss of the asset is outweighed by the benefits of bringing the site back into use. Where a development proposal will lead to less than substantial harm to the significance of a designated heritage asset, or where a non-designated heritage asset is likely to be impacted, harm will be weighed against the public benefits of the proposals, including, where appropriate, securing the optimum viable use of the heritage asset. For development that involves the installation of energy-efficiency improvements to heritage assets, applications should also demonstrate a whole building approach, including an assessment of the suitability of the proposed measures for the particular property, its construction and materials, in addition to the impact on its heritage significance. All applications with potential to affect a heritage asset or its setting must be supported by a Heritage Statement, which should draw on the evidence contained in the Dover District Heritage Strategy, including referencing the heritage themes of the Strategy that apply. Such a Statement should include a description of the asset's historic, architectural or archaeological significance and the likely impact of the proposals on its significance, proportionate to the importance of the asset.

Historic Parks and Gardens

Proposals which protect and enhance the character, fabric, features, setting or views into and from the District's historic parks and gardens as included in Historic England's Register of Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in England and the Kent Gardens Compendium will be supported.

Dover Western Heights Heritage Regeneration Opportunity Site

Development which conserves and where possible enhances the significance of the Dover Western Heights heritage asset by providing viable uses which contribute to delivering a sustainable future for the site including its landscape and biodiversity, will be supported. In particular developments should: a Take account of the heritage significance, settings, views, biodiversity, character and coherence of the components and elements of this complex, including the intervisibility between different elements of the fortifications within the site and key features in the surrounding landscape; b Make a positive contribution to the character and distinctiveness of this significant heritage asset and capitalise on opportunities to reduce risk across the whole site and opportunities to enhance the significance of the heritage asset; c Optimise the opportunities presented by this site to enhance the economic wellbeing of the town; d Promote and enable the constructive conservation of the built heritage of the site including those elements which are on the Heritage at Risk Register; e Respect the overall historical coherence of this heritage asset and provide support for heritage restoration which delivers exemplary standards of conservation, design and sustainable construction; f Ensure appropriate species and habitat surveys are carried out prior to application submission. Survey results will inform layout and design to avoid ecological impacts in accordance with the mitigation hierarchy and to inform on-site ecological mitigation, compensation and enhancement measures and proposals for effective implementation, management and monitoring of all such measures; g Enhance awareness and accessibility and understanding of this asset for residents and visitors; h Improve pedestrian and cycling connectivity between the fortifications and the town, including, where possible, the delivery of links with the town centre, Dover Priory railway station and the Dover waterfront. This includes utilising the Grand Shaft as an important connector between the waterfront and Western Heights and improvements to the PROW network in addition to protection to the integrity and setting of the England Coast Path - South East National Trail; and i Be informed by the Dover Western Heights Masterplan SPD 2015.

Former Snowdown Colliery, Heritage Regeneration Opportunity Site, Aylesham

The site as shown on the policies map, is identified as a heritage regeneration opportunity site to facilitate the re-use of the designated and non-designated heritage assets, by providing viable uses which contribute to delivering a sustainable future for the former colliery. A masterplan is required for the site to set out the quantum and distribution of land uses, and sustainable design and layout principles. This should be prepared by the landowners and/or developers, working with key stakeholders. Any application for development should be preceded by, and consistent with, the agreed masterplan. The masterplan shall be subject to a design review in accordance with Policy PM1. The masterplan and development of the site must be informed by and/or comply with the following criteria: a A Heritage Statement for the site must be submitted in accordance with Policy HE1 the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development; b An Archaeological Assessment for the site must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE3 Archaeology, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any heritage assets identified through the assessment; c Ensure appropriate species and habitat surveys are carried out prior to application submission. Survey results will inform layout and design and the overall development capacity, to avoid ecological impacts in accordance with the mitigation hierarchy and to inform on-site ecological mitigation, compensation and enhancement measures and proposals for effective implementation, management and monitoring of all such measures; d A Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment is required to identify appropriate landscape buffers and structural planting to mitigate the impact of development on the wider countryside. This is expected to include the retention and enhancement of the existing trees and hedgerows around the site, informed by a Tree Survey. A planting scheme is to be provided along the northern boundary adjacent to Holt Street to mitigate the impact on the AONB and the open views across to the site. Detailed proposals should aim to protect trees of importance and incorporate them into the overall design of the development and to provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement; e A Travel Plan will be required and pedestrian links to Snowdown railway station shall be improved and a parking need assessment provided; f The following will be required in relation to wider strategic and local highway mitigation measures, to be informed by a Transport Assessment in accordance with Policy TI2: i improvements to the Holt Street/Aylesham Road Junction; ii assess and identify impacts of the development on the strategic road network, in particular the access to the A2 from the B2046, and deliver any required mitigation; g Protection and enhancement of the areas of ancient woodland near the site. This should include at least a 50-metre buffer zone around the wood to avoid root damage and protect the ancient woodland, unless it can be demonstrated that a smaller buffer would suffice. The buffer zone should consist of semi-natural habitat such as woodland, be planted with local and appropriate native species, and contribute to wider ecological networks; h An assessment of land contamination for the site shall be carried out and submitted as part of the planning application and appropriate mitigation measures must be implemented prior to development commencing; i The occupation of the development should be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. Development should provide a connection to the sewerage system at the nearest point of adequate capacity and ensure future access to the existing sewerage infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes; and j A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment is required to address the issue of surface water flooding and consider the impacts of climate change over the lifetime of the development.

Conservation Areas

Applications for development or redevelopment in Conservations Areas will be supported provided that such proposals preserve or enhance the special architectural or historic character and appearance of the Area. Applications should be guided by and make reference to the appropriate Conservation Area Character Appraisal where one is in operation. All new development and alterations in Conservation Areas should: a Respect the plan form, architectural features, materials, height, massing, building lines, roofscapes, scale, relationships between buildings and the spaces between them; b Retain trees, open spaces, walls, fences and other features where they contribute positively to the character and appearance of the Area; c Be appropriate in land use to the character, appearance and historic function of the Area; d Not generate levels of traffic, parking or other environmental problems which would result in unacceptable harm to the character, appearance or significance of the Area; and e Not prejudice important views into or out of the Area.

Archaeology

The archaeological and historic integrity of Scheduled Monuments and other important archaeological sites, together with their settings, will be protected and where possible enhanced. Development which would adversely affect such heritage assets will be assessed in line with Policy HE1. Planning applications, on sites where there is, or is the potential for, an archaeological heritage asset, must include an appropriate desk-based assessment of the asset. In addition, where the assessment reveals that important or potentially significant archaeological heritage assets may exist, developers will be required to, where necessary, arrange for field evaluations to be carried out by an appropriately qualified contractor in advance of the determination of the planning application. Such an evaluation should define: a The character, significance and condition of any archaeological deposits or structures within the application site; and b The likely impact of the proposed development on the archaeology, its significance and setting (including the limits to the depth to which groundworks can go on the site); and c The means of mitigating the effect of the proposed development including a statement setting out the impact of the development. Where development proposals affect non-designated heritage assets with an archaeological interest, the District Council would expect the archaeological deposits to be preserved in-situ. Where this is not possible clear justification will be required. Where the justification is accepted a programme of archaeological excavation and recording is likely to be required to be carried out. The fieldwork will be appropriate to the significance of the archaeological deposits and must be c

Protecting the District's Historic Environment

The heritage assets of the District are an irreplaceable resource and all applications that will affect a heritage asset should therefore ensure that the asset, including its setting, are conserved and enhanced in a manner appropriate to their significance. The Council will work with applicants and partners to ensure that the heritage of the District can positively contribute to the character, environment and economy of the District and the quality of life of existing and future generations of residents and visitors.

Type and Mix of Housing

Proposals for 10 or more dwellings will be required to demonstrate how the mix of tenure, type and size of housing proposed on-site reflects the Council's latest evidence of housing need and market demand and contributes towards meeting the varied needs of different households. Applicants will need to demonstrate how they have taken into account the latest evidence of need in terms of tenure, type and size of dwelling so that a range of housing is delivered to meet the needs of different groups in the community including families with children, older people, people with disabilities and people wishing to build their own homes. This evidence should include the SHMA and any subsequent updates, and any relevant local housing survey data, for example any local needs assessments or Neighbourhood Plans. Development proposals for standalone older persons' housing or other specialist housing are exempt from this requirement and will be supported in principle where they can be located in accessible and sustainable locations.

Rural Local Needs Housing

Proposals for local needs housing in the rural area beyond a settlement's identified confines will be supported subject to all of the following criteria being met: a The local need is clearly evidenced in a comprehensive Local Needs Housing Survey of the parish, and adjacent parishes where appropriate, prepared by or in consultation with the Parish Council and with the District Council's Housing Department in the first instance; b The development is compatible with the layout, density, fabric and appearance of the existing settlement; c In the case of settlements in, or surrounded by, the Kent Downs AONB or Heritage Coasts, that the proposal complies in the first instance with the primary requirement of conserving and enhancing landscape and scenic beauty, and where this is demonstrated, that the scale and extent of development is limited, sensitively located and designed to avoid or minimise adverse impacts on these designated landscapes; d It would conserve and enhance landscape character and biodiversity; e Where the site adjoins open countryside, appropriately designed landscape buffers, including soft boundary treatment of native species and hedging already present in the immediate vicinity of the site, are included; f It would preserve or enhance any heritage assets within its setting; g It would not have an adverse impact on the living conditions of existing adjoining residents; h It is demonstrated that traffic generated from the development can be safely accommodated on the local road network; i The development is of a suitable scale, type and tenure, taking account of the affordable housing already planned in the parish or nearby area, and will be available at an appropriate cost to meet the identified need; and j Initial and subsequent occupation is controlled through legal agreements to ensure that the accommodation remains available to meet the purposes for which it was permitted, in perpetuity. Proposals which promote market housing as a means of enabling local housing need will be supported where robust evidence is submitted to show why it is required to facilitate the delivery of the scheme in terms of viability, and the market housing mix and house types are appropriate to the site location and scale of overall development, having regard to the latest evidence of housing need.

Meeting the Needs of Gypsies and Travellers

Proposals for additional pitches on sites identified as suitable for intensification in Table 7.1 and as identified on the Policies Map will be supported subject to all of the following criteria being met: a The proposal does not exceed the identified additional pitch capacity set out in Table 7.1; b The proposal recognises the intrinsic character and beauty of the countryside and protects or enhances the character of the landscape in accordance with other Policies in this Plan. c The site would provide a good living environment free from risks to health through contamination, noise or pollution, and be compatible with neighbouring buildings and uses, in accordance with PM2a; d The site is capable of being provided with on-site services such as water supply, sewage disposal and power supply. Foul drainage to a public sewer should be provided where possible. Where it is not, evidence will need to be provided showing that suitable alternative facilities can be provided; e Parking provision must be made in accordance with the parking standards as set out in TI3; f The proposal is well designed and laid out with adequate space, ensuring it provides suitable amenity facilities and amenity space (including play space for children), storage areas and soft landscaping; minimising the use of hard landscaping. High fences and walls will not be acceptable for the purposes of screening. Proposals for amenity buildings and dayrooms must be of an appropriate scale and design; g Where a site is identified as being at risk from surface water flooding, a site-specific Flood Risk Assessment must be carried out in accordance with Policy CC5, to inform the following requirements: i SuDS should be provided in accordance with Policy CC6. ii The Sequential Approach should be applied to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas. Proposals that would result in a reduction of the number of pitches within the District will be refused unless a suitable replacement is found, or the need no longer exists.

Gypsy and Traveller Windfall Accommodation

Proposals for Gypsy and Traveller accommodation on windfall sites will be supported subject to all of the following criteria being met: a It can be demonstrated that the proposal cannot be accommodated on an alternative family owned site, at a site identified for intensification within this plan or on a lawful vacant site; b The site is accessible to schools, health and local services and facilities and is located to encourage travel by means other than by car; c The site has safe and suitable access to the road network, and there is sufficient parking provision for residents and visitors in accordance with Policy TI3; d The site would provide a good living environment free from risks to health through contamination, noise or pollution, and be compatible with neighbouring buildings and uses in accordance with PM2a; e In the case of proposals in, or adjacent to, the Kent Downs AONB or Heritage Coasts, that the proposal complies in the first instance with the primary requirement of conserving and enhancing landscape and scenic beauty, and where this is demonstrated, that the scale and extent of development is limited, sensitively located and designed to avoid or minimise adverse impacts on these designated landscapes; f The proposal would recognise the intrinsic character and beauty of the countryside and protect and enhance the character of the landscape and biodiversity in accordance with other Policies in this Plan; g The proposal would preserve or enhance any heritage assets within its setting; h The proposal is well designed and laid out with adequate space, ensuring it provides suitable amenity facilities and amenity space (including play space for children), storage areas and soft landscaping; minimising the use of hard landscaping. High fences and walls will not be acceptable for the purposes of screening. Proposals for amenity buildings and dayrooms must be of an appropriate scale and design; i The site is capable of being provided with on-site services such as water supply, sewage disposal and power supply. Foul drainage to a public sewer should be provided where possible. Where it is not, evidence will need to be provided showing that suitable alternative facilities can be provided; j The site is not located in Flood Zones 2 or 3. Where a site is identified as being at risk from surface water flooding, a site-specific Flood Risk Assessment must be carried out in accordance with Policy CC5, to inform the following requirements: i The Sequential Approach should be applied to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas. ii SuDS should be provided in accordance with Policy CC6. k New sites, or the enlargement of existing sites, are of a scale appropriate to their surroundings and would not individually or cumulatively dominate the nearest settled community, or unduly impact on the capacity of local services or infrastructure without appropriate mitigation. Only criteria c to k (inclusive) are required to be met for the expansion of existing permitted gypsy and traveller sites.

Self-Build and Custom Housebuilding

The Council will support self-build and custom house building schemes on housing sites allocated in the Local Plan and on non-allocated windfall developments subject to compliance with the other Policies in the Local Plan.

Residential Extensions and Annexes

Residential extensions and annexes will be supported subject to all of the following criteria being met: a The development is compatible with the layout, density, fabric and appearance of the existing settlement, and is suitable in scale, character and materials in relation to the existing dwelling; b In the case of settlements in, or surrounded by, the Kent Downs AONB or Heritage Coasts, the scale and extent of development is limited, sensitively located and designed to avoid or minimise adverse impacts on these designated landscapes; c The development would conserve and enhance landscape character and biodiversity; d The development would preserve or enhance any heritage assets within its setting; e The development must be compatible with neighbouring buildings and uses and not lead to unacceptable living conditions through overlooking, noise or vibration, odour, light pollution, overshadowing, loss of natural light or sense of enclosure; f Any additional parking requirement is provided within the curtilage of the dwelling and meets the requirements set out in TI3 Parking Provision on new Development; and g The development is in accordance with Policy PM1 Part 1, Part 2d and Part 6c. In addition, proposals for stand-alone residential annexes must: h be designed and located to ensure a clear dependency is retained between the annexe and the main dwelling; i be capable of reverting to single family accommodation as part of the main dwelling once the need for the annexe has ceased; and j be suitable in size and scale and clearly ancillary and visually subordinate to the main dwelling.

Houses in Multiple Occupation

Proposals for Houses in Multiple Occupation will be supported where the proposed development, taken by itself or in combination with existing HMOs in the vicinity of the site, would not result in any of the following: a An adverse impact on the living conditions of existing adjoining residents. b An unacceptable impact on highway safety, caused by insufficient on-site parking provision thereby resulting in an unacceptable increase in on street parking. c An adverse impact on the visual amenity and character of the area, including that from inappropriate or insufficient arrangements for refuse and cycle storage.

Quality of Residential Accommodation

All new residential development, including conversions, must: a Be compatible with neighbouring buildings and uses and not lead to unacceptable living conditions through overlooking, noise or vibration, odour, light pollution, overshadowing, loss of natural light or sense of enclosure; b Be of appropriate layout with sufficient usable space and contain windows in all habitable rooms to facilitate comfortable living conditions with natural light and ventilation; c Meet the government's latest Nationally Described Space Standard in respect of internal accommodation; d i On schemes of up to 19 dwellings, the Council will expect all new build development to be built in compliance with building regulation part M4(2). ii On schemes of 20 or more dwellings, the Council will require 5% of the development to be built in compliance with building regulation M4(3) (wheelchair user homes), with the remaining development to be built in compliance with Building Regulation part M4(2). e Provide well designed private or shared external amenity space on-site, that is of appropriate size and fit for purpose; and f Where relevant, measures to ensure fire safety should be incorporated at the planning stage for schemes involving a relevant high-rise residential building. Planning applications must be supported with clear information to demonstrate, where relevant, how the above requirements have been met. In circumstances where the optional technical standards M4(2) and M4(3) cannot be met due to site-specific factors, the Council will require robust evidence to justify this as part of a planning application.

Whitfield Urban Expansion

a A wide mix of housing types, sizes and tenures, including affordable housing; housing for older people, with and without care provision and serviced plots of land to contribute towards meeting evidenced demand for self-build and custom housebuilding; b Distinctive character areas and neighbourhoods supported by local community infrastructure and services, including small-scale local shopping facilities and local employment provided within new local and neighbourhood centres; c Design codes shall be developed as part of or to supplement the masterplan for the site in accordance with Policy PM1; d A landscape-led approach to the layout and form of development, informed by a landscape and visual impact assessment taking into account the existing topography of the site and landscape features to minimise the impact upon and provide suitable transition to the wider countryside; e Existing hedgerows and tree lines are, wherever possible, retained and enhanced to form the basis of a green infrastructure network that connects with the wider network and incorporates open spaces for recreational and other purposes; f Protection and enhancement of the areas of ancient woodland near the site. This should include at least a 30-metre buffer zone around the wood to avoid root damage and protect the ancient woodland. The buffer zone should consist of semi-natural habitat such as woodland, be planted with local and appropriate native species, contribute to wider ecological networks and form part of the green infrastructure provision on the site; g Consider how the proposed development and the associated / adjacent trees will co-exist and interact in the present and the future through appropriate Arboricultural Impact Assessment / Tree Surveys which should demonstrate how factors such as root protection have been given consideration through the design process and that there will be no significant adverse impacts for important trees; h Ensure appropriate species and habitat surveys are carried out prior to application submission. Survey results will inform layout and design to avoid ecological impacts in accordance with the mitigation hierarchy and to inform on-site ecological mitigation, compensation and enhancement measures and proposals for effective implementation, management and monitoring of all such measures; i Open Space and sport and facilities to meet of the needs of the development, in accordance with the standards set out in Policies PM3, and PM4. On-site provision will be expected to meet most of the needs, including for sports provision, alongside contributions to off-site facilities in the Whitfield area, taking into account the outcomes of the most recent Open Space Assessments, Indoor Sports Facilities Strategy and the Playing Pitches Strategy. The needs for a burial ground/cemetery which forms part of the Open Space should also be assessed; j Where possible, open spaces should be multi-functional contributing to wider ecological networks and the provision of sustainable drainage, and should: be accessible to new and existing communities; provide routes for walkers and cyclists; improve connections between and enhancements to existing habitats; provide safe routes for wildlife, protecting and enhancing wildlife assets; k In addition to the requirements for open space set out in Policy PM3, SANGS must be provided to mitigate potential impacts upon the Lydden and Temple Ewell SAC. Within the 75% ZOI, the area shall be calculated at 3.6ha per 1000 population and within the 75-90% ZOI the area shall be calculated at 0.72ha/1000 population. Provision must be phased alongside the phasing of housing delivery, and designed to provide a similar visitor experience to the designated sites, in terms of habitats, views and openness, as far as possible; l The necessary utilities, including wastewater, water supply, electricity and gas network. The developer/landowner should consult the relevant water authority to ensure that there will be sufficient capacity in the wastewater system to accommodate the development and any upgrades are carried out where necessary. The phasing and occupation of development should align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. The site layout should be planned to ensure future access to existing water and wastewater infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes; m The necessary community and social infrastructure including new schools and community facilities, as set out in the Infrastructure Delivery Plan and informed by liaison with the relevant service providers, in accordance with Policies SP11 and PM6; n A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment and Surface Water Management Strategy is required to address the issue of surface water flooding and consider the impacts of climate change over the lifetime of the development in accordance with Policies CC5 and CC6; o A strategy for seeking to achieve net-zero-carbon living over the lifetime of the development, taking into account policies SP1, CC1 and CC2; p Mitigation will be required to address the air quality issues identified in the Air Quality Study (2021), which should be informed by a site-specific air quality assessment; q Suitable new access arrangements shall be provided from the A256 and A2. The spine road should be provided linking the existing and proposed A256 junctions through the development with the new junction with the A2. The spine road should adhere to Kent Design or any subsequent guidance for a Local Distributor Road, with minimum 7.3 metre wide carriageway allowing for maintenance without the need for road closures which will impact on Fastrack services; r Each phase shall provide adoptable highways and services up to its boundaries to enable subsequent phases to be delivered; s The following shall be implemented in relation to the existing accesses: i There shall be no direct vehicle access from the development to Archers Court Road (other than for buses). ii Traffic-calming measures and a speed limit review on Sandwich Road. iii Consideration of the need to stop up the existing Sandwich Road/A256 junction. iv Consideration of the need to stop up the existing Church Whitfield Road and Singledge Lane. t The following will be required in relation to wider strategic and local highway mitigation measures, to be informed by a Transport Assessment in accordance with Policy TI2: i Financial contributions towards upgrades to Whitfield Roundabout and Duke of York Roundabout in accordance with SP12. ii Consideration of the impact of the proposal on the local road network, including Alkham Road/ A256 (London Road), Whitfield Hill/A256 (London Road) and A256/A258 Deal Rd junctions. iii The need for a park and ride facility to serve Dover Fastrack. u On and off-site sustainable transport measures including new and improved pedestrian links and cycle paths and public transport provision, as set out in Policy TI1, to include financial contributions to increase the frequency of Dover Fastrack, and towards provision of highway infrastructure improvements for Dover Fastrack; v The Travel Plan for the site should include targets and measures to achieve a modal shift from private car to sustainable travel modes of between 10 and 20%; and should include community engagement with new residents for the Fastrack service, with service updates, opportunities for feedback and incentives for use; w Cycling infrastructure should comply with LTN 1/20: Cycle infrastructure design or any subsequent guidance, which includes promotion of segregated cycle lanes and priority at side junctions; x Improvements to the public right of way network to increase connectivity in the area; y The integrity and setting of the North Downs Way National Trail are preserved and enhanced by retaining the existing hedgerow, and strengthened by additional planting where possible. In addition, continuous access to the North Downs Way National Trail (which is being realigned during 2022) must be retained throughout the construction of the development where possible. New access points to the National Trail route must be provided and consideration given to the connections to the wider movement network for pedestrians and cyclists, including the Fastrack route; and z Protection and enhancement of heritage assets and their settings through appropriate mitigation measures, informed by a Heritage Statement, to include appropriate archaeological investigations, in accordance with Policies HE1 and HE3, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development.

Buckland Paper Mill, Crabble Hill, Dover

The site at Buckland Paper Mill, Dover as shown on the policies map, is allocated for an indicative capacity of 135 dwellings. Development proposals for the site must comply with the following criteria: a A noise survey will be required to identify mitigation that will be required to protect the amenity of future residents; b Development is to be designed to enhance the setting, role, biodiversity, accessibility and amenity value of the River Dour corridor in accordance with Policy NE6; c The scheme is designed to reflect the site's important location and preserves the setting of the listed buildings including the adjacent St. Andrew's Church. A Heritage Statement for the site, including archaeology, must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE1, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any heritage assets identified through the assessment; d Should include a riverside walk and a cycleway that are accessible to the general public; e Ensure appropriate species and habitat surveys are carried out prior to application submission. Survey results will inform layout and design to avoid ecological impacts in accordance with the mitigation hierarchy and to inform on-site ecological mitigation, compensation and enhancement measures and proposals for effective implementation, management and monitoring of all such measures; f A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment must be carried out in accordance with Policy CC5. This shall also inform the application of the Sequential Approach to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas and avoiding development within the functional floodplain. The Sequential Approach should also be applied to the internal layout of buildings, in particular where floor levels cannot be raised; g A Surface Water Management Strategy to be produced to show how SuDS will be included to manage surface water runoff from the site in accordance with policy CC6; h An assessment of land contamination for the site shall be carried out and submitted as part of the planning application and appropriate mitigation measures must be implemented prior to development commencing; and i Open space and community facility requirements in accordance with Policies PM3 & PM6, shall be provided on-site, unless it can be demonstrated that these requirements can be met by existing facilities elsewhere or that off-site contributions from the development to upgrade or enhance some/all of those existing facilities would adequately meet the needs of the development.

Westmount College, Folkestone Road, Dover

The site at Westmount College, Folkestone Road, Dover as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 60 dwellings. Development proposals for the site must meet the following criteria: a Development should provide new pedestrian linkages through the site to improve access to the existing public open space to the north, where possible, taking into account the location of the solar PV; b A Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment shall be carried out to inform the provision of structural planting to help mitigate the impact of long distant views from Western Heights; c Consideration will need to be made regarding the quality and condition of trees and hedgerows within the site. Detailed proposals should aim to protect those of importance and incorporate them into the overall design of the development and to provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement; d Due to the highly accessible location a reduction in parking requirements may be supported in accordance with Policy TI3; e Ensure appropriate species and habitat surveys are carried out prior to application submission. Survey results will inform layout and design to avoid ecological impacts in accordance with the mitigation hierarchy and to inform on-site ecological mitigation, compensation and enhancement measures and proposals for effective implementation, management and monitoring of all such measures; f A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment is required to address the issue of surface water flooding taking into account the impacts of climate change over the lifetime of the development; g The occupation of the development should be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. Development should provide a connection to the sewerage system at the nearest point of adequate capacity and ensure future access to the existing sewerage infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes; h An assessment of land contamination for the site shall be carried out and submitted as part of the planning application and appropriate mitigation measures must be implemented prior to development commencing; and i Open space requirements in accordance with Policy PM3, shall be provided on-site, unless it can be demonstrated that these requirements can be met by existing facilities elsewhere or that off-site contributions from the development to upgrade or enhance those existing facilities would adequately meet the needs of the development; and j On and off-site sustainable transport measures, as set out in Policy TI1, to include financial contributions to increase the frequency and reliability of Dover Fastrack, and towards provision of highway infrastructure improvements for Dover Fastrack as set out in Policy SP12.

Car Park rear of Charlton Shopping Centre, Crafford Street, Dover

The site of the Charlton Shopping Centre, High Street, Dover as shown on the policies map, is allocated for an indicative capacity of 100 dwellings. Development proposals for the site must meet the following criteria: a A noise survey will be required to identify mitigation that will be required to protect the amenity of future residents; b Development should be set back from the River Dour and culverts removed. Development is to be designed to enhance the setting, role, biodiversity, accessibility and amenity value of the River Dour corridor in accordance with Policy NE6; c Primary pedestrian and cycle access to the site shall be provided from Crafford Street; d Redevelopment of the site should provide improvements to the pedestrian connection between Crafford Street and the A256 (High Street); e Due to the highly accessible location a reduction in parking requirements may be supported in accordance with Policy TI3; f A site-specific flood risk assessment should be carried out in accordance with Policy CC5. This shall also include a comprehensive investigation into surface water flood risk, and should inform the application of the Sequential Approach to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas and avoiding development within the functional floodplain; g A Heritage Statement for the site must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE1, to include appropriate archaeological investigations as set out in Policy HE3, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any heritage assets identified through the assessment; h An assessment of land contamination for the site shall be carried out and submitted as part of the planning application and appropriate mitigation measures must be implemented prior to development commencing; i The occupation of the development should be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. The site layout should be planned to ensure future access to existing water and wastewater infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes; j On-site Open Space, Sport and Community facility requirements in accordance with Policies PM3 & PM6.

Dover Small Housing Sites

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below.

Land at Cross Road/Station Road, Walmer (WAL001)

The site, Land at Cross Road/Station Road, Walmer, as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 140 dwellings. Development proposals for the site must meet the following criteria: a Development should be sensitively designed to respect the character of the existing built area to the north and east of the site and take account of any approved details for the site to the east of Cross Road; b An appropriate landscape buffer determined by a Landscape Visual Impact Assessment is required to mitigate the impact of development on the wider countryside and to provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement, which should include the retention and enhancement of the existing trees, woodland and hedgerows to the south-west and north-west of the site; c Ensure appropriate species and habitat surveys are carried out prior to application submission. Survey results will inform layout and design to avoid ecological impacts in accordance with the mitigation hierarchy and to inform on-site ecological mitigation, compensation and enhancement measures and proposals for effective implementation, management and monitoring of all such measures; d Primary vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access to the site shall be provided from Cross Road. This should include the widening of, and traffic management improvements to Cross Road along the frontage of the development either as part of the delivery of the site on the opposing side of Cross Road, or independently; e The Transport Assessment that is required to be carried out in accordance with Policy TI2, must consider and identify mitigation (potential widening/traffic management measures/junction improvements) for the surrounding local road network, taking into account the cumulative impact of this and other sites allocated in this Plan, including (but not limited to): i Station Road and the junctions along it, from the Ellen's Road/Station Road to the Station Road/Dover Road/Gram's Road junction, and ii Cross Road and the junction with St. Richards Road f The following pedestrian improvements will be required: i A direct (off carriageway) pedestrian route to Walmer railway station either through linkage with the footways as part of the site on the opposing side of Cross Road, or independently; ii Pedestrian crossing improvements on St. Richards Road, Mill Hill shall be provided to ensure accessibility to services; iii A footway connection to link with the existing footway network at Station Road/Sydney Road junction; g In accordance with Policy SP13, a wintering bird survey must be undertaken in advance of a planning application on the site. If the bird survey identifies that the development will exceed the threshold of significance, mitigation will be required. A suitable scheme of mitigation will need to be submitted with the planning application for the site; h An Archaeological Assessment for the site must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE3 - Archaeology, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any archaeological assets identified through the assessment; i An assessment of land contamination for the site shall be carried out and submitted as part of the planning application and appropriate mitigation measures must be implemented prior to development commencing; j The occupation of the development should be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. Development should provide a connection to the sewerage system at the nearest point of adequate capacity and ensure future access to the existing sewerage infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes; and k A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment is required in accordance with Policy CC5 and should consider the impacts of climate change.

Land at Rays Bottom between Liverpool Road and Hawksdown, Walmer (WAL002)

The site, Land at Rays Bottom between Liverpool Road and Hawksdown, as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 75 dwellings. Development proposals for the site shall include the following: a Development should be low density and sensitively designed to respect the existing character of the area, the topography of the site and to allow transition to the rural landscape; b A sensitive landscaping scheme and appropriate landscape buffer to the south, determined by a Landscape Visual Impact Assessment is required to mitigate the impact of development on the wider countryside and to provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement responding to the nearby BOA and local wildlife site; c The existing wooded area to the north of the site and the tree and shrub line along the western boundary shall be maintained and enhanced as areas for biodiversity habitat creation; d Primary vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access to the site shall be provided from Liverpool Road. Road widening, footway provision and traffic management should be provided to Liverpool Road along the frontage of the site up to the junction with Gram's Road; along with an extension to the 30mph speed limit zone and extension to the footway to create a continuous connection along Gram's Road; e The Transport Assessment that is required to be carried out in accordance with Policy TI2, must consider and identify mitigation (potential widening/traffic management measures/junction improvements) for the surrounding local road network, taking into account the cumulative impact of this and other sites allocated in this Plan, including (but not limited to) Liverpool Road and Gram's Road up to and including the Gram's Road/Dover Road junction; f A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment must be carried out in accordance with Policy CC5. This shall also inform the application of the Sequential Approach to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas; g In accordance with Policy SP13, a wintering bird survey must be undertaken in advance of a planning application on the site. If the bird survey identifies that the development will exceed the threshold of significance, mitigation will be required. A suitable scheme of mitigation will need to be submitted with the planning application for the site; h An Archaeological Assessment for the site must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE3 Archaeology, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid harm to any archaeological assets identified through the assessment; i A Heritage Statement carried out in accordance with Policy HE1 is required to identify any necessary measures to avoid or minimise harm to the nearby heritage assets; and j The occupation of the development should be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. Development should provide a connection to the sewerage system at the nearest point of adequate capacity and ensure future access to the existing sewerage infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes.

Deal Small Housing Sites

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below.

Land south of Stonar Lake and to north and east of Stonar Gardens, Stonar Road, Sandwich (SAN004)

The site, Land south of Stonar Lake and to north and east of Stonar Gardens, Stonar Road, Sandwich as shown on the policies map is allocated for residential development for an indicative capacity of 75 dwellings. Development proposals for the site must meet the following criteria: a The layout, design, amount and extent of development on the site shall be determined following a thorough Heritage Statement, including on-site investigation, of the archaeology and scheduled monument on the site. The scope of the assessment must be agreed with Historic England, and the necessary elements carried out in advance of the planning application being submitted. The heritage statement submitted with the application must demonstrate how the proposals preserve and enhance the heritage assets of archaeological interest that are impacted by the development; b Primary vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access to the site shall be provided from Ramsgate Road and/or Stonar Road; c Consideration will need to be made regarding the quality and condition of trees and hedgerows within the site. Detailed proposals should aim to protect those of importance and incorporate them in the overall design of the development; d A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment must be carried out in accordance with Policy CC5, to inform the following requirements: i The Sequential Approach should be applied to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas. The Sequential Approach should also be applied to the internal layout of buildings, in particular where floor levels cannot be raised. ii Floor levels should be raised above the design flood level, including the Environment Agency's recommended additional freeboard requirements where practicable (with an appropriate allowance for climate change). iii Flood resistance and resilience measures must be included. iv Suitable mitigation (i.e. compensatory flood storage) should be provided where development would displace floodwater to ensure no increase in risk of flooding to the surrounding area; e Due to the proximity of the site to the Thanet Coast and Sandwich Bay SPA and Ramsar, a project level HRA is required. The HRA should consider the potential impact pathway for non-physical disturbance and the relevant avoidance or mitigation measures required in line with Strategic Policy SP13. Development will be required to demonstrate the provision of suitable best practice construction measures, including detailed site-specific working methods and sensitive timings of work, as part of a Construction Environmental Management Plan; f Ensure appropriate species and habitat surveys are carried out prior to application submission. Survey results will inform layout and design to avoid ecological impacts in accordance with the mitigation hierarchy and to inform on-site ecological mitigation, compensation and enhancement measures and proposals for effective implementation, management and monitoring of all such measures; g The occupation of the development should be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. Development should provide a connection to the sewerage system at the nearest point of adequate capacity and ensure future access to the existing sewerage infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes; and h The integrity and setting of the England Coast Path - South East National Trail must be preserved and enhanced, and consideration given to the connections to the wider movement network for pedestrians and cyclists.

Sandwich Highway Depot, Sandwich (SAN006)

The site Sandwich Highway Depot, Chippie's Way, Ash Road, Sandwich as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 32 dwellings. Development proposals for the site must meet the following criteria: a A noise survey will be required to identify mitigation that will be required to protect the amenity of future residents; b Development should be sensitively designed to respect the character of the area including the Conservation Area, mitigate the impact on the Sandwich Town Wall Scheduled Monument and allow transition to the rural landscape; c A Heritage Statement, to include appropriate archaeological investigations must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE1 and Policy HE3, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any heritage assets identified through the assessment, including the Sandwich Walled Town Conservation Area, The Butts and The Ropewalk Historic Park and Garden, the Sandwich Town Walls Scheduled Monument and the Canterbury Gate House Grade II Listed building; d Landscaping is to be provided to minimise the impact of development on the wider area and adjacent Sandwich Town Wall Scheduled Monument and open spaces; e Consideration will be made regarding the quality and condition of trees and hedgerows within the site. Detailed proposals should aim to protect those of importance and incorporate them in the overall design of the development and to provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement; f Ensure appropriate species and habitat surveys are carried out prior to application submission. Survey results will inform layout and design to avoid ecological impacts in accordance with the mitigation hierarchy and to inform on-site ecological mitigation, compensation and enhancement measures and proposals for effective implementation, management and monitoring of all such measures; g A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment must be carried out in accordance with Policy CC5. This shall also inform the application of the Sequential Approach to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas and avoiding development within the functional floodplain. The Sequential Approach should also be applied to the internal layout of buildings, in particular where floor levels cannot be raised. In addition: i Floor levels should be raised above the design flood level, including the Environment Agency's recommended additional freeboard requirements where practicable (with an appropriate allowance for climate change). ii Flood resistance and resilience measures must be included;

Land at Poplar Meadow, Adjacent to Delfbridge House, Sandwich (SAN007)

The site known as Land at Poplar Meadow, adjacent to Delfbridge House, Sandwich as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 35 dwellings. Development proposals for the site must meet the following criteria: a Development should be sensitively designed to respect the rural character of the area and the residential apartments to the north, and to allow transition to the rural landscape; b Consideration will need to be made regarding the quality and condition of trees and hedgerows within the site. Detailed proposals should aim to protect those of importance such as on the southern corner and eastern boundary and incorporate them into the overall design of the development and to provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement to support the integrity of the BOA; c Primary vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access to the site shall be provided from Dover Road. This will require a specific proposal to replace the existing access and bridge the stream. The access must include a right-turn lane and pedestrian crossing improvements on Dover Road; d Pedestrian and cycle accessibility upgrades from the northern boundary of the site to Sandwich railway station should be provided where feasible; e A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment must be carried out in accordance with Policy CC5. This shall also inform the application of the Sequential Approach to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas. The Sequential Approach should also be applied to the internal layout of buildings, in particular where floor levels cannot be raised; f A Heritage Statement for the site must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE1 the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any heritage assets or archaeology identified through the assessment; g An assessment of land contamination for the site shall be carried out and submitted as part of the planning application and appropriate mitigation measures must be implemented prior to development commencing; h A noise survey will be required to identify mitigation that will be required to protect the amenity of future residents; i The occupation of the development should be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. Development should provide a connection to the sewerage system at the nearest point of adequate capacity and ensure future access to the existing sewerage infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes; and j The Transport Assessment that is required to be carried out in accordance with Policy TI2, must take into account the cumulative impact of this and other sites allocated in this Plan.

Woods' Yard, rear of 17 Woodnesborough Road, Sandwich (SAN008)

The site, Woods' Yard, rear of 17 Woodnesborough Road, Sandwich as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 35 dwellings. Development proposals for the site must meet the following criteria: a The existing trees and scrubland screening on the eastern and northern boundaries of the site should be retained and enhanced to mitigate the impact of development on the nearby residential properties, provide screening from the railway line and provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement. Additional landscaping should be provided on the western boundary between the site and the caravan park; b Street parking lost through the provision of waiting restrictions for visibility and passing points must be replaced within the site boundary; c A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment must be carried out in accordance with Policy CC5. This shall also inform the application of the Sequential Approach to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas and avoiding development within the functional floodplain. The Sequential Approach should also be applied to the internal layout of buildings, in particular where floor levels cannot be raised. In addition: i Floor levels should be raised above the design flood level, including the Environment Agency's recommended additional freeboard requirements where practicable (with an appropriate allowance for climate change). ii Flood resistance and resilience measures must be included. d An Archaeology Assessment for the site must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE3 Archaeology, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any heritage assets identified through the assessment; e An assessment of land contamination for the site shall be carried out and submitted as part of the planning application and appropriate mitigation measures must be implemented prior to development commencing; f A noise survey will be required to identify mitigation that will be required to protect the amenity of future residents; g The occupation of the development should be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. Development should provide a connection to the sewerage system at the nearest point of adequate capacity and ensure future access to the existing sewerage infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes; and h The Transport Assessment that is required to be carried out in accordance with Policy TI2, must take into account the cumulative impact of this and other sites allocated in this Plan.

Land off Deal Road, Sandwich (SAN020)

The site, Land off Deal Road, Sandwich, as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 60 dwellings and land to facilitate the expansion of the Sandwich Technology School through the provision of a 0.8ha sports/football field. The final capacity of the site shall be informed the site-specific flood risk assessment, with the need to avoid areas at risk of surface water flooding, and the land needed school expansion has been finalised. Development proposals for the site must also meet the following criteria: a Development should be of character and density to reflect the transition from urban to countryside with frontage along Deal Road being of a loose grain; b The hedgerow along the Deal Road frontage should be maintained and enhanced, with the exception of removal needed to provide suitable accesses, which shall be kept to the minimum needed to provide the required sight lines; c Primary vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access to the residential site shall be provided from Deal Road. Connections should be made to the footpaths and cycleway within Deal Road and Dover Road (connections to Dover Road are pedestrian and cycle access only, not vehicular); d In accordance with Policy SP13, a wintering bird survey must be undertaken in advance of a planning application on the site. If the bird survey identifies that the development will exceed the threshold of significance, mitigation will be required. A suitable scheme of mitigation will need to be submitted with the planning application for the site; e A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment must be carried out in accordance with Policy CC5, including a comprehensive investigation into surface water flood risk. This shall also inform the application of the Sequential Approach to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas. Suitable mitigation (i.e. compensatory flood storage, floodable voids) should be provided where development would displace surface water to ensure no increase in risk of flooding to the surrounding area; f The existing drain across the site must be incorporated into the development; g A Heritage Statement for the site must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE1, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any heritage assets identified through the assessment; h The Transport Assessment that is required to be carried out in accordance with Policy TI2, must take into account the cumulative impact of this and other sites allocated in this Plan; and i Provision for the land safeguarded for a new sports/football field to enable the expansion of the the education provision to be transferred to the local education authority at nil cost shall be provided within the planning permission for the residential development, which shall be in lieu of the contributions for new secondary school places required through policy SP11.

Land at Archers Low Farm, St Georges Road, Sandwich (SAN023)

The site, Land at Archers Low Farm, St Georges Road, Sandwich, as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 35 dwellings. Development proposals for the site shall include the following: a Development should be laid out to protect the residential amenity of the existing residential properties to the north-east and designed to take account of the character of the Sandwich Walled Town Conservation Area; b The existing trees on the boundaries of the site should be retained and enhanced to mitigate the impact of development on the landscape and provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement; c Trees which need to be removed to enable an access to be provided to the site, shall be kept to the minimum needed to provide necessary visibility, and will be required to be replaced on-site; d The layout of the scheme should provide a sufficient buffer between the existing mature trees on the site and residential properties, to ensure appropriate residential amenity for future residents and the protection of existing trees once the site is developed; e A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment must be carried out in accordance with Policy CC5, including a comprehensive investigation into surface water flood risk. This shall also inform the application of the Sequential Approach to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas; f Primary vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access to the site shall be provided from Sandown Road; g In accordance with Policy SP13 a wintering bird survey must be undertaken in advance of a planning application on the site. If the bird survey identifies that the development will exceed the threshold of significance, mitigation will be required. A suitable scheme of mitigation will need to be submitted with the planning application for the site; h A Heritage Statement, to include appropriate archaeological investigations must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE1 and Policy HE3, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any heritage assets identified through the assessment; i The occupation of the development should be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. Development should provide a connection to the sewerage system at the nearest point of adequate capacity; and j The layout, landscaping and design of the development should be informed by a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment to minimise the visual impact on the surrounding landscape and views from Sandown Road.

Sydney Nursery, Dover Road, Sandwich (SAN019)

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site as set out below. Site-specific issues and requirements: An appropriate landscape buffer should be provided along the southern boundary of the site. SuDS should be provided. Contamination Assessment is required.

Land to the South of Aylesham (AYL003)

An extension is planned to the south of the Rural Service Centre of Aylesham to create a new neighbourhood, incorporating garden village principles. Land to the South of Aylesham is allocated to deliver an estimated 640 new homes over the Plan period. A masterplan is required to set out the quantum and distribution of land uses, access, sustainable design and layout principles. This should be prepared by the landowner/developer, working jointly with the Council and key stakeholders. The masterplan shall be subject to a design review in accordance with Policy PM1. Any application for development should be preceded by, and consistent with, the agreed Masterplan. In accordance with the relevant Local Plan policies, the masterplan and development of the site should be informed by and/or provide: a A wide mix of housing types, sizes and tenures, including affordable housing, housing for older people (with and without care provision), and serviced plots of land to contribute towards meeting evidenced demand for self-build and custom housebuilding; b Design codes shall be developed as part of or to supplement the masterplan for the site in accordance with Policy PM1; c Employment opportunities, community facilities, and convenience shopping provision in an accessible location to meet the day-to-day convenience shopping needs of new residents; d Formal and informal open spaces for leisure and recreation, including play areas, sports fields, allotments, in accordance with Policies PM3 and PM4 and community orchards to meet the needs of the development. Where possible open spaces should be multi-functional contributing to wider ecological networks and the provision of sustainable drainage, and should be: accessible to new and existing communities; provide upgraded routes for walkers and cyclists; improve connections between and enhancements to existing habitats; provide safe routes for wildlife, protecting and enhancing wildlife assets; e Development on the site should be well-related to the existing settlement of Aylesham and respect the residential amenity of adjoining properties. Development should be located within the District boundary, to the north and east of Ackholt wood, along the Aylesham Road towards Snowdown Village and on the parcel of land to the east of the Aylesham Road; f Suitable access arrangements will be provided from Spinney Lane and Aylesham Road; g The following will be required in relation to wider strategic and local highway mitigation measures, to be informed by a Transport Assessment in accordance with Policy TI2: i Improvements to the Spinney Lane/Adisham Road/Pond Lane Junction; ii Improvements to the Holt Street/Aylesham Road Junction; iii Proportionate financial contributions towards Whitfield and Duke of York roundabouts mitigation identified within Policy SP12; iv Assess and identify impacts of the development on the strategic road network, in particular the access to the A2 from the B2046 and the A256/A257Junction identified within Policy SP12, and deliver or contribute proportionately towards any required mitigation; v An assessment of the impacts of the proposed development on the surrounding rural road network, identifying any mitigation as required. h On and off-site sustainable transport measures including new and improved pedestrian links and cycle paths to connect the site with Snowdown railway station and the services and facilities in Aylesham; and public transport provision which should include Thanet and Sandwich as destinations, informed by a Travel Plan which will be required in accordance with Policy TI2. The Travel Plan for the site should include targets and measures to achieve a modal shift from private car to sustainable travel modes of a minimum 10%, with opportunities for feedback and incentives for use for an initial period, to be agreed with the Local Highway Authority; i Improvements to the Public Right of Way network to increase connectivity in the area; j Protection and enhancement of heritage assets and their settings through appropriate mitigation measures, to be informed by a Heritage Statement and Archaeological Assessment; k Protection and enhancement of the area of ancient woodland identified on-site (Ackholt Woods). This should include at least a 20 metre buffer zone around the wood to avoid root damage and protect the ancient woodland. The buffer zone should consist of semi-natural habitat such as woodland, be planted with local and appropriate native species, contribute to wider ecological networks and form part of the green infrastructure provision on the site. A tree survey and ecological survey must be carried out in advance of a planning application on the site; l The layout of the development should be informed by a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment, which should also inform the detailed provision of a generous landscape buffer to the south and west of the site to minimise visual impact on the surrounding landscape and mitigate impact on the AONB and appropriate structural and internal landscaping. Existing landscape features such as hedgerows, trees and field boundaries shall be maintained and incorporated into the design and layout of the development; m Ensure appropriate species and habitat surveys are carried out prior to application submission. Survey results will inform layout and design to avoid ecological impacts in accordance with the mitigation hierarchy and to inform on-site ecological mitigation, compensation and enhancement measures and proposals for effective implementation, management and monitoring of all such measures; n A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment, including a comprehensive investigation into surface water flood risk, must be carried out in accordance with Policy CC5. This shall inform the application of the Sequential Approach to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas; o Necessary utilities, including integrated communications infrastructure to facilitate home-working. The developer should consult the relevant water authority at an early stage to ensure that there will be sufficient capacity in the wastewater system to accommodate the development and any upgrades are carried out where necessary. The occupation of the development should be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. The site layout should be planned to ensure future access to existing water and wastewater infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes; and p Financial contributions towards the delivery of required off-site infrastructure including, but not limited to, strategic highways mitigation, education provision, sports, social and community facilities and local bus services in accordance with Strategic Policy 11, having regard to the Infrastructure Delivery Plan. Contributions will be directed towards the upgrade of existing facilities within Aylesham village. In order to ensure that the site is planned and delivered comprehensively, any application for development on part of the site will be assessed against its contribution to the masterplan, and will not prejudice the implementation of the site as a whole.

Land at Dorman Avenue North (AYL001)

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below.

Land between Eythorne and Elvington

An extension is planned to Eythorne and Elvington to create a new sustainable community, incorporating garden village principles. Land is allocated to the east of Adelaide Road to deliver approximately 300 new homes over the Plan period. A masterplan is required for the site which should set out the quantum and distribution of land uses, access, sustainable design and layout principles and a phasing and implementation strategy. This should be prepared jointly by the land owners/developers, working with key stakeholders. Any application for development should be preceded by, and consistent with, the agreed masterplan. The masterplan shall be subject to a design review in accordance with Policy PM1. In accordance with the relevant Local Plan policies, the masterplan and development of the site should provide: a A wide mix of housing types, sizes and tenures, including affordable housing; housing for older people; and serviced plots of land to contribute towards meeting evidenced demand for self-build and custom housebuilding; b Design codes shall be developed as part of or to supplement the masterplan for the site in accordance with Policy PM1; c Community facilities, employment opportunities such as office/work hubs, and a convenience shop in an accessible location and of a scale to meet the day-to-day convenience shopping needs of new residents; d Formal and informal open spaces for leisure and recreation, including play areas, sports fields, allotments and community orchards, or enhancements to nearby facilities, to meet the needs of the development. Where possible open spaces should be multi-functional contributing to wider ecological networks and the provision of sustainable drainage, and should be: accessible to new and existing communities; provide upgraded routes for walkers and cyclists; improve connections between and enhancements to existing habitats; provide safe routes for wildlife, protecting and enhancing wildlife assets, including the nesting and foraging habitats of turtle doves; e To avoid settlement coalescence development on the site should be well related to the existing settlement of Elvington and maintain visual and physical separation between Elvington and Eythorne; f Suitable access arrangements will be provided from Adelaide Road and Terrace Road, with associated improvements and traffic-calming measures to both Adelaide Road and Terrace Road where necessary; g The following will be required in relation to wider strategic and local highway mitigation measures, to be informed by a Transport Assessment in accordance with Policy TI2: i Consideration of the need for traffic management improvements to Church Hill and Adelaide Road, including a review of parking restrictions; ii A review of the impact on the surrounding rural road network, including cumulative impacts of other sites allocated in this plan on common road links including but not limited to Coxhill Road/Shepherdswell Road link, and mitigation where necessary; h On and off-site sustainable transport measures including new and improved pedestrian links and cycle paths to connect the site with the services and facilities in Eythorne and Elvington; and public transport provision, informed by a Travel Plan which will be required in accordance with Policy TI2; i Improvements to the Public Right of Way network to increase connectivity in the area; j A Heritage Statement, to include appropriate archaeological investigations must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE1 and Policy HE3, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any heritage assets identified through the assessment; k The layout of the development should be informed by a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment, which should also inform the detailed provision of a generous landscape buffer to the north/north-west of the site, to minimise visual impact on the surrounding landscape. Existing landscape features such as hedgerows, trees and field boundaries shall be maintained and incorporated into the design and layout of the development, except where necessary to provide suitable access; l Sustainable urban Drainage Systems should be integrated into on-site multi-functional green space and landscape provision; m A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment, including a comprehensive investigation into surface water flood risk, must be carried out in accordance with Policy CC5. This should inform the Sequential Approach which should be applied to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas; n Ensure appropriate species and habitat surveys are carried out prior to application submission. Survey results will inform layout and design to avoid ecological impacts in accordance with the mitigation hierarchy and to inform on-site ecological mitigation, compensation and enhancement measures and proposals for effective implementation, management and monitoring of all such measures; o Necessary utilities, including integrated communications infrastructure to facilitate home-working. The developer should consult the relevant water authority at an early stage to ensure that there will be sufficient capacity in the wastewater system to accommodate the development and any upgrades are carried out where necessary. The occupation of the development should be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. The site layout should be planned to ensure future access to existing water and wastewater infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes; p The layout should be designed to ensure necessary separation between residential properties and the over head pylons. This should be informed by consultation with The National Grid; and q Financial contributions towards the delivery of required off-site infrastructure including, but not limited to, strategic highways mitigation, education provision, sports, social and community facilities, and local bus services in accordance with Strategic Policy 11 and having regard to the Infrastructure Delivery Plan. In order to ensure that each site is planned and delivered comprehensively, any application for development on part of the site will be assessed against its contribution to the masterplan, and will not prejudice the implementation of the site as a whole.

Land on the south-eastern side of Roman Way, Elvington

The site, Land on the south-eastern side of Roman Way, Elvington as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 50 dwellings. Development proposals for the site must meet the following criteria: a A landscape buffer shall be provided on the northern and western boundaries of the site, to screen the development from the wider countryside; b Primary vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access to the site shall be provided from Beech Drive; c A pedestrian crossing point is to be provided across Sweetbriar Lane to allow connection to the existing footway network and enhance access to services in the southern area of the settlement; d A Transport Statement is required in accordance with Policy TI2 to identify any additional off-site highway improvements and sustainable transport measures that are necessary to serve the development; e Consideration will need to be made regarding the quality and condition of trees and hedgerows within the site. Detailed proposals should aim to protect those of importance and incorporate them in the overall design of the development and to provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement; f A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment is required to address the issue of surface water flooding and consider the impacts of climate change over the lifetime of the development; g An Archaeological Assessment for the site must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE3 Archaeology, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any archaeological assets identified through the assessment; and h Open space and community facility requirements in accordance with Policies PM3 & PM6, shall be provided. Due to the location in close proximity to an existing community facility and other open space/play infrastructure, this site should seek to provide enhancements to those facilities through off-site contributions.

Dover Waterfront

The site is allocated for mixed-use development, with an indicative capacity of 260 dwellings and 10,000 sq.m of commercial floorspace, subject to the outcome of a masterplanning process. Commercial uses include: retail; restaurants and cafés; assembly and leisure; hotel; offices within Class E g(i); and residential. Development here should have regard to policy SP8 - Dover Town Centre and all future development proposals for the site should include: a Ground floor uses that create activity, promote surveillance and maximise the unique seafront setting; b High-quality, well-located and attractive public realm that is integrated into the development, supports a variety of activities, and encourages social interaction, to promote health, wellbeing, social and civic inclusion; c Improvements to the provision of street furniture, lighting and signage within the site; d The provision of public art to create a sense of place and identity; e A consideration of the character and context of the area, including important views, to ensure that the design is of high quality, and the scale (height and mass) and density of development proposed is well related to its surroundings; f The provision of new, and improvements to existing, pedestrian routes and cycle connections, to improve connectivity within the site and with the Town Centre and wider area and protection of the integrity and setting of the England Coast Path - South East National Trail; g A reduction in parking requirements in accordance with Policy TI3 Parking Provision on new Development, due to the highly accessible location of the site; h Protection and enhancement of heritage assets and their settings through appropriate mitigation measures, to be informed by a Heritage Statement in accordance with Policy HE1; i An archaeological assessment, which should be carried out prior to the submission of any planning application on this site due to the high sensitivity of this location, drawing on the recently completed Urban Archaeological Database for Dover Town Centre; j An air quality assessment, which must be carried out in accordance with Policy NE4 and suitable mitigation provided; k A noise, vibration and lighting survey. This will be required to identify mitigation that will be required to protect the amenity of future residents from disturbance associated with the A20 trunk road and the Port operations; l A detailed Flood Risk Assessment, in accordance with Policy CC5. This should include a comprehensive investigation into surface water flood risk, to inform the following requirements: i The Sequential Approach should be applied to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas, and avoiding development within the functional floodplain. ii Floor levels should be raised above the depth of flooding from surface water, including the Environment Agency's recommended additional freeboard requirements where practicable. iii Flood resistance and resilience measures should be considered for inclusion. m A Transport Assessment, in accordance with Policy TI2, to identify off-site highway improvements and sustainable transport measures that are necessary to serve the development; n An assessment of land contamination. This shall be carried out and submitted as part of the planning application and appropriate mitigation measures must be implemented prior to development commencing; o The occupation of the development should also be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. The site layout should be planned to ensure future access to existing water and wastewater infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes; and p Provide on and off-site sustainable transport measures, as set out in Policy TI1, to include financial contributions to increase the frequency and reliability of Dover Fastrack, and towards provision of highway infrastructure improvements for Dover Fastrack as set out in Policy SP12.

Chapel Hill, Eythorne

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below. Site-specific issues and Requirements: Existing trees and hedgerows along the western boundary of the site should be retained and enhanced to provide an appropriate landscape buffer. Flood Risk Assessment required, due to risk of surface water flooding. As part of this the Sequential Approach should be applied to the layout of the site. SuDS should be provided.

Land at Buttsole Pond, Lower Street, Eastry (EAS002)

The site land at Buttsole Pond, Lower Street, Eastry as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 80 dwellings. Development proposals for the site must meet the following criteria: a Development should be low density and sensitively designed to respect the character of the area and take account of any approved plans for the adjoining site at the former Eastry Hospital; b An appropriate landscape buffer and structural planting, determined by a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment, is required to mitigate the impact of development on the wider countryside and include the retention and enhancement of the existing trees/hedgerows around the site; c Development is to provide connections to the wood/scrubland to the north of the site where opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement should be provided, and take account of any approved plans for this area coming forward as part of the adjoining site at the former Eastry Hospital; d Primary vehicular access is to be provided from the southern part of the site that adjoins Lower Street; e A pedestrian link is to be provided from the north of the site through land outside the boundary to Lower Street to provide a direct connection to the Eastry village and pedestrian crossing improvements within Eastry village; f In accordance with Policy SP13, a wintering bird survey must be undertaken in advance of a planning application on the site. If the bird survey identifies that the development will exceed the threshold of significance, mitigation will be required. A suitable scheme of mitigation will need to be submitted with the planning application for the site; g A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment is required to address the issue of surface water flooding and consider the impacts of climate change over the lifetime of the development; and h A Heritage Statement, to include appropriate archaeological investigations, must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE1 and Policy HE3, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any heritage assets identified through the assessment.

Eastry Small Housing Sites

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below.

Land at Woodhill Farm, Ringwould Road, Kingsdown (KIN002)

The site, Land at Woodhill Farm, Ringwould Road, Kingsdown as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 50 dwellings. Development proposals for the site shall include the following: a Development including the design, form, materials, colour palette and heights should be sensitive to the character of the area and setting of and views from and to the nearby AONB; b Development should be set back from the western boundary to mitigate impact on the AONB; c An appropriate landscape buffer along the boundary of the site and structural planting within the site, determined by a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment, is required to mitigate the impact of development on the AONB and wider countryside and include the retention and enhancement of the existing trees/hedgerows around the site, specifically on the western and southern boundary; d Consideration will be made regarding the quality and condition of trees and hedgerows within the site. Detailed proposals should aim to protect those of importance and incorporate them in the overall design of the development and to provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement; e Primary vehicular and cycle access to the site shall be provided from Ringwould Road. This requires alignment of Ringwould Road to enable required visibility splays; f A safe and suitable pedestrian access needs to be secured from the site to the settlement. This should include improvements and/or connections to the nearby Public Right of Way and Bridleway network to provide all weather surfacing and lighting, where possible. For PROW ER5 to be the primary pedestrian access, this must be upgraded to a minimum of 2m in width and safe by design, with overlooking from the highway along the section which runs parallel to The Rise; g Due to the scale of development and close proximity to the Dover to Kingsdown Cliffs SAC and site of SSSI, a project level

Land adjacent Courtlands (TC4S074)

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below.

Land to the north and east of St Andrews Gardens and adjacent to Mill House, Shepherdswell (SHE004 & TC4S082)

The site, Land to the north and east of St Andrews Gardens and adjacent to Mill House, Shepherdswell as shown on the policies map, is allocated for an indicative capacity of 50 dwellings. Development proposals for the site must meet the following criteria: a The existing trees along the southern boundary of the site are to be retained and enhanced with new screening to be provided to the north-west and western boundaries to mitigate the impact of development on the countryside, and provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement; b Trees which need to be removed to enable an access to be provided to the site, shall be kept to the minimum needed to provide necessary visibility, and will be required to be replaced on-site; c Vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access shall be provided from St. Andrews Gardens and Mill Lane. A link between the two parcels of the site shall be provided and retained thereafter to allow for emergency vehicle access. A speed survey is required to clarify and address visibility restrictions and ensure the provision of a safe and suitable access to the site; d Provide off-site pedestrian improvements which include crossings with dropped kerbs with tactile surfacing at road junctions within the St. Andrews Garden Estate; e Provide pedestrian crossing improvements on Mill Lane; f Ensure appropriate species and habitat surveys are carried out prior to application submission. Survey results will inform layout and design to avoid ecological impacts in accordance with the mitigation hierarchy and to inform on-site ecological mitigation, compensation and enhancement measures and proposals for effective implementation, management and monitoring of all such measures; g A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment is required to address the issue of surface water flooding and consider the impacts of climate change over the lifetime of the development; h An Archaeological Assessment for the site must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE3 Archaeology, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any archaeological assets identified through the assessment; i An assessment of land contamination for the site shall be carried out and submitted as part of the planning application and appropriate mitigation measures must be implemented prior to development commencing; j Layout is planned to ensure future access to existing wastewater infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes; and k Open space requirements in accordance with Policy PM3 shall be provided. However, due to the location nearby to existing open space infrastructure, off-site contributions to upgrade or enhance nearby facilities may be sought rather than on-site provision.

Shepherdswell Small Housing Sites

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below.

Land adjacent to Reach Road bordering Reach Court Farm and rear of properties on Roman Way, St Margaret's-at-Cliffe (STM003)

The site Land adjacent to Reach Road bordering Reach Court Farm and rear of properties on Roman Way, St Margaret's-at-Cliffe as shown on the policies map, is allocated for an indicative capacity of 40 dwellings. Development proposals for the site must meet the following criteria: a The design, form, materials, colour palette and heights of buildings must be sensitive to the site's location within the Kent Downs AONB and South Foreland Heritage Coast; b The landscaping scheme should: i Be designed to mitigate the impact of the development on the Kent Downs AONB and transition to the rural landscape, including the retention of existing trees/hedgerows along the north-western boundary, and provision of a landscaped buffer to the south-western and south-eastern boundaries through enhancement to the existing trees/hedgerows and to include additional tree planting. ii Provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement to support the Dover and Folkestone Cliffs and Downs Biodiversity Opportunity Area. c Vehicular access is to be provided from Reach Road. Trees which need to be removed to enable the access to be provided, shall be kept to the minimum needed to provide the access and any necessary visibility, and will be required to be replaced on-site; d A footway connection must be provided with the existing footway on the southern side of Reach Road; e Off-site pedestrian improvements which include crossings with dropped kerbs and tactile surfacing at Roman Way, Reach Close, Royston Gardens and across Reach Road must be provided; f A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment must be submitted and should consider the impacts of climate change over the lifetime of the development; and g An assessment of land contamination for the site shall be carried out and submitted as part of the planning application and appropriate mitigation measures must be implemented prior to development commencing.

Land to the west of Townsend Farm Road, St Margaret's-at-Cliffe (STM007 & STM008)

The site Land to the west of Townsend Farm Road, St Margaret's at Cliffe, as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 36 dwellings. Development proposals for the site shall include the following: a The design, form, materials, colour palette and heights of buildings must be sensitive to the site's location within the Kent Downs AONB; b A sensitive landscaping scheme and appropriate landscape buffer along the northern and western boundary, as determined by a Landscape Visual Impact Assessment, is required to mitigate the impact of development on the AONB; c Consideration will be to be made regarding the quality and condition of trees and hedgerows within the site. Detailed proposals should aim to protect those of importance and incorporate them into the overall design of the development and to provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement; d Primary vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access to the site shall be provided from Townsend Farm Road; e Provide localised widening to Townsend Farm Road and reconfiguration of existing highway junction with Ash Grove; f Provide pedestrian crossing improvements (dropped kerbs with tactile paving) at Townsend Farm Road near the Junction with the High Street; g The design and layout of the site should provide connections and improvements to the PRoW along the western boundary; h A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment is required to address the issue of surface water flooding and consider the impacts of climate change over the lifetime of the development; i A Heritage Statement, to include appropriate archaeological investigations must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE1 and Policy HE3, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any heritage assets identified through the assessment; and j Layout is planned to ensure future access to existing wastewater infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes.

Land at New Townsend Farm, Station Road, St Margaret's (STM006)

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below. Speed survey is required to clarify visibility restrictions and ensure the provision of a safe and suitable access to the site. Site is suitable for executive homes. The site is in the AONB and any scheme coming forward on this site should be designed to be appropriate to the site's sensitive location within the Kent Downs AONB in respect of scale, form, materials and colour palette. Existing trees and hedgerows should be retained and enhanced and an appropriate landscape buffer provided along the northern and eastern boundary to mitigate the impact of development on the AONB. Archaeological Assessment is required. Flood Risk Assessment required, due to risk of surface water flooding. As part of this the Sequential Approach should be applied to the layout of the site. SuDS should be provided.

Footpath Field, Staple Road, Wingham (WIN014)

The site, Footpath Field, Staple Road, Wingham as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 75 dwellings. Development proposals for the site shall include the following: a Development should be sensitively designed to respect the character of the built area to the west of the site and to allow transition to the rural landscape; b A sensitive landscaping scheme and appropriate landscape buffer determined by a Landscape Visual Impact Assessment is required to mitigate the impact of development on the wider countryside. The existing trees/hedgerows along the southern and eastern edge of the site are to be maintained and enhanced; c Consideration will need to be made regarding the quality and condition of trees and hedgerows within the site. Detailed proposals should aim to protect those of importance and incorporate them into the overall design of the development and to provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement; d Primary vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access to the site shall be provided via either Staple Road or Miller Close and should include traffic calming features on Staple Road and connections to the existing footway network; e The design and layout of the site should retain and enhance the existing PRoW that crosses the site to increase connectivity in the area; f The site is over 1ha in size and a Flood Risk Assessment is required which should include an appraisal of the impact of climate change; g Development must include appropriate air quality mitigation measures as set out in the Air Quality Study; h Layout is designed to ensure future access to existing wastewater infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing; i A Transport Assessment is required in accordance with Policy TI2 to identify off-site highway improvements and sustainable transport measures that are necessary to serve the development. The Transport Assessment must evidence that there is no severe impact on the highway network and identify appropriate mitigation; j Open space requirements in accordance with Policy PM3 shall be provided. However, due to the location of nearby existing open space infrastructure, off-site contributions to upgrade or enhance nearby facilities may be sought rather than on-site provision; and k Development must include appropriate odour mitigation measures to mitigate any impact from the nearby Dambridge Waste Water Treatment Works.

Wingham Small Housing Sites

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below. For WIN003 Land adjacent to Staple Road: Speed survey is required to clarify visibility restrictions and ensure the provision of a safe and suitable access to the site. Existing trees and hedgerows should be retained and enhanced. Noise Assessment is required. For WIN004 Land adjacent to White Lodge, Preston Hill: Speed survey is required to clarify visibility restrictions and ensure the provision of a safe and suitable access to the site. Existing trees and hedgerows along the boundary of the site should be retained and enhanced where possible to provide an appropriate landscape buffer. Land Contamination Assessment is required.

Land at Short Lane, Alkham (ALK003)

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below.

Land to the east of Great Cauldham Farm, Capel-le-Ferne (CAP006)

The site, Land to the east of Great Cauldham Farm, Capel-le-Ferne, as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 70 dwellings. Development proposals for the site shall include the following: a Design should take into account the topography of the site, including the relationship with existing residential properties. Development should be set back from the existing residential properties and be sensitively designed to respect the character of the area in relation to scale, form, materials and colour palette and to allow transition to the rural landscape; b An appropriate landscape buffer determined by a Landscape Visual Impact Assessment is required to mitigate the impact of development on the setting of the AONB to the north-west; c Consideration will be to be made regarding the quality and condition of trees and hedgerows within the site. Detailed proposals should aim to protect those of importance and incorporate them in the overall design of the development and to provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement; d Primary vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access to the site shall be provided from Capel Street. Secondary emergency vehicular access only should be taken from Cauldham Lane; e A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment is required to address the issue of surface water flooding and consider the impacts of climate change over the lifetime of the development; f An Archaeological Assessment for the site must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE3 Archaeology, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any archaeological assets identified through the assessment; g Layout is designed to ensure future access to existing wastewater infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing; h A Transport Assessment is required in accordance with Policy TI2 to identify off-site highway improvements and sustainable transport measures that are necessary to serve the development. The transport assessment must consider and identify mitigation for the Capel Street/Dover Road junction also taking into account the cumulative impact of other sites allocated in this Plan, and review the need for parking restrictions on Capel Street to enable sufficient turning space for service vehicles accessing the site; and i Open space requirements in accordance with Policy PM3 shall be provided. However, due to the location nearby to to existing open space infrastructure, off-site contributions to upgrade or enhance those facilities may be sought rather than on-site provision.

Capel-le-Ferne Small Housing Sites

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below.

Land adjacent Langdon Court Bungalow, East Langdon (LAN003)

The site, land adjacent Langdon Court Bungalow, The Street, East Langdon as shown on the policies map, is allocated for an indicative capacity of 40 dwellings. Development proposals for the site shall include the following: a Development should be focused in the southern part of the site with the northern and north-western part of the site remaining undeveloped; to be retained as a landscape buffer and/or open space to mitigate the impact of development on the wider countryside. This should be determined by a Landscape Visual Impact Assessment; b Development should be low-density and sensitively designed to respect the character of the area and to allow transition to the rural landscape; c The existing trees/hedgerows in the site (including the woodland to the south of the site) and around the boundary of the site are to be maintained and enhanced where necessary to provide screening to mitigate the impact of development on the countryside. Incorporating those important trees/hedgerows into the overall design of the development will also provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement; d Primary vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access to the site shall be provided from The Street/East Langdon Road, with the existing road to be widened at access point; e Include a review of 20mph speed limit extent for highway safety, to be evidenced through a speed survey including appropriate gateway feature on The Street; f Investigate, and where possible deliver, the need for improvements to the local rural road network; g Provide pedestrian and cycle connections to Langdon Playing Field and Langdon Primary School, in addition to connections and enhancements to the PROW ER44/45/47; h A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment is required to address the issue of surface water flooding and consider the impacts of climate change over the lifetime of the development; i For major developments, or where there are historic sewer flooding incidents, developers should consult the relevant water authority at an early stage to ensure that there will be sufficient capacity in the wastewater system to accommodate the development and any upgrades are carried out where necessary; j An Archaeological Assessment for the site must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE3, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any archaeological assets identified through the assessment; k Occupation of development will be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider; and l Open space requirements in accordance with Policy PM3, shall be provided. Due to the location adjacent to existing open space and equipped play infrastructure in Langdon Playing Field, this scheme should seek to provide extensions and/or enhancements to those facilities, where appropriate.

Land adjacent to Lydden Court Farm, Church Lane, Lydden (LYD003)

The site, Land adjacent to Lydden Court Farm, Church Lane, Lydden as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 30 dwellings. Development proposals for the site shall include the following. a The design and layout of the site should be informed by the following: i A Heritage Statement (carried out in accordance Policy HE1) must demonstrate that the development has sought to avoid or minimise harm to any heritage assets identified through the assessment including to the significance and setting of the Grade II* Listed Church and the significance and setting the adjacent farmstead (including a Grade II listed farmhouse) which forms a group of historic buildings with rural/agricultural function. A strong hedge and tree boundary to the north (outside private garden plots) will be required; ii A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment must be carried out in accordance with Policy CC5 to address the issue of surface water flooding. This should inform the Sequential Approach which should be applied to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas; and iii The layout, landscaping and design of the development should be informed by a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment to minimise the visual impact on the surrounding landscape and the setting of the Kent Downs AONB. b Consideration will be to be made regarding the quality and condition of trees and hedgerows within the site. Detailed proposals should aim to protect those of importance and incorporate them into the overall design of the development and to provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement and support integrity of the BOA; c Primary vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access to the site shall be provided from Church Lane. Site access is to be designed to physically prevent access/egress to/from Church Lane to the north; d Alterations are required at the two Canterbury Road junctions to manage vehicle movements; e An uncontrolled pedestrian crossing where PROW ER116 joins Canterbury Road, is required to provide access to westbound bus stop. In addition, proposals should provide connections and enhancements to the PROW ER116 adjoining the site; f In accordance with Policy SP13 an Environment Assessment study will be required for any development to address any potential impact on the Lydden & Temple Ewell Downs SAC; g Development must include appropriate air quality mitigation measures as set out in the Air Quality Assessment; h Layout is planned to ensure future access to existing wastewater infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes; i A Transport Assessment is required to be carried out in accordance with Policy TI2; and j Although not required by Policy PM3 due to the size of the site, the potential to provide equipped play facilities on-site, or off-site contributions towards existing open space in the settlement to enable provision of equipped play facilities in lieu of other open space requirements sought by the policy, should be explored. This has been highlighted as a specific local need and should be determined in liaison with the Parish Council and District Council.

Apple Tree Farm and north-west of Apple Tree Farm, Stourmouth Road, Preston

a Development should be sensitively designed to respect the character of the area and to allow transition to the rural landscape; b The existing trees around the border of the site are to be maintained and screening is to be provided to western and north-western boundaries to mitigate the impact of development on the countryside; c Consideration will be to be made regarding the quality and condition of trees and hedgerows within the site. Detailed proposals should aim to protect those of importance and incorporate them in the overall design of the development and to provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement; d Primary vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access to the whole of the site shall be provided from Stourmouth Road (or alternative access point as agreed by KCC Highways). Development of each land parcel must provide vehicle access and servicing up to the boundary with the adjacent parcel/s of land on the site to enable a main access road to be created through the whole development. A secondary emergency access onto the highway network is also required; e A review of the speed limit extent is required for highway safety, to be evidenced through a speed survey, including appropriate gateway feature on Stourmouth Road; f Footway connections are required with Red Pippin Lane and along Stourmouth Road, where feasible; g An assessment of land contamination for the site shall be carried out and submitted as part of the planning application and appropriate mitigation measures must be implemented prior to development commencing; h A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment is required to address the issue of surface water flooding and consider the impacts of climate change over the lifetime of the development; i Occupation of development will be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider; j The Transport Assessment that is required to be carried out in accordance with Policy TI2 must consider impact and identify mitigation for Preston Hill/A257; k Open Space will be required in accordance with Policy PM3. The requirements will be based on the development of the site as a whole. The potential to provide off-site contributions towards existing open space in the settlement to enable upgrades to equipped play or open space facilities should be explored, in liaison with the Parish Council and District Council; and l Affordable Housing will be provided for the scheme on-site in accordance with SP5; in addition to the Affordable Housing previously secured within the site from the neighbouring development.

Worth Small Housing Sites

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below.

Land adjacent to Short Street, Chillenden (GOO006)

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below.

Land opposite the Conifers, Coldred (SHE013)

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below.

Prima Windows, Nonington (NON006)

The site Prima Windows, Easole Street/Sandwich Road, Nonington as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 27 dwellings. Development proposals for the site shall include the following: a An appropriate landscape buffer and structural planting, determined by a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment is required to mitigate the impact of development on the wider countryside and to provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement, including the nesting and foraging habitats of Turtle Doves. This shall include the retention and enhancement of existing trees and hedgerows around the site boundaries; b Primary vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access to the site shall be provided from Sandwich Road; c A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment is required to address the issue of surface water flooding and consider the impacts of climate change over the lifetime of the development; d A Heritage Statement, to include appropriate archaeological investigations must be carried out in accordance with Policy HE1 and Policy HE3, the results of which should inform the layout and design of the development which is necessary to avoid or minimise harm to any heritage assets identified through the assessment; e An assessment of land contamination for the site shall be carried out and submitted as part of the planning application and appropriate mitigation measures must be implemented prior to development commencing; and f Occupation of development will be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider and layout is planned to ensure future access to existing wastewater infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes.

Land at Ringwould Alpines (RIN002 and RIN004)

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below.

Land at Durlock Road, Staple (STA004)

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below.

Woodnesborough Small Housing Sites

Planning permission will be granted for proposals that: a Accord with the policies in the Local Plan; and b Address the site-specific issues and requirements for the site set out below.

Dover Mid Town (DOV018)

The Dover Mid Town site is identified as a development opportunity area in Strategic Policy 8 – Dover Town Centre. The site is allocated for mixed-use development including an estimated 100 new homes, commercial, business and service uses (class E), main town centre uses and community uses. The Council will also support the expansion of further and higher education facilities at the Kent College campus, located on the site. Where development is proposed within Flood Zone 3b, the starting point is that development should be restricted to those development types that fall within the category of Essential Infrastructure. If other categories of development are proposed, a site-specific Flood Risk Assessment will be required to demonstrate, through detailed modelling, that FZ3b can be avoided whilst still opening up land on the site suitable for other categories of development. The FRA shall inform the sequential approach to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas, thereby avoiding development within the functional floodplain, Flood Zone 3b. The FRA will need to demonstrate that development can be made safe, without increasing flood risk elsewhere, taking account of all forms of flooding. In addition: i Floor levels should be raised above the design flood level (with an appropriate allowance for climate change), including the Environment Agency's recommended additional freeboard requirements where practicable; ii Flood resistance and resilience measures must be included. Suitable mitigation (i.e. compensatory flood storage) should be provided where development would displace surface water to ensure no increase in risk of flooding to the surrounding area; iii The Sequential Approach should also be applied to the internal layout of buildings, in particular where floor levels cannot be raised; In addition to satisfying the above and criteria set out in Strategic Policy 8 - Dover Town Centre, all future development proposals for this site should include: a Ground floor uses that create activity and promote surveillance to take full advantage of the riverside setting; b Improvements to the setting, role, biodiversity, accessibility and amenity value of the River Dour corridor that runs through the site in accordance with Policy NE6; c High-quality, well located and attractive public realm that is integrated into the development, supports a variety of activities, and encourages social interaction, to promote health, wellbeing, social and civic inclusion; d Improvements to the provision of street furniture, lighting and signage within the site; e The provision of public art to create a sense of place and identity in both new and existing communities; f A consideration of the character and context of the area, including important views, to ensure that the design, scale (height and mass) and density of development proposed is well related to its surroundings; g The provision of new, and improvements to existing, pedestrian routes and cycle connections, to improve connectivity within the site and with the town centre and wider area; h Due to the highly accessible location of the site a reduction in parking requirements may be supported in accordance with Policy TI3; i Protection and enhancement of heritage assets and their settings through appropriate mitigation measures, to be informed by a Heritage Statement in accordance with Policy HE1; j An Archaeological Assessment must be carried out prior to the submission of any planning application on this site due to the high sensitivity of this location. The assessment should be carried out in accordance with policy HE3 and the detailed advice within the Dover Town Archaeological SPD; k An air quality assessment must be carried out in accordance with Policy NE4 and suitable mitigation provided; l The occupation of the development should be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. The site layout should be planned to ensure future access to existing water and wastewater infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes; m On and off-site sustainable transport measures, as set out in Policy TI1, to include financial contributions to increase the frequency and reliability of Dover Fastrack, and towards provision of highway infrastructure improvements for Dover Fastrack as set out in Policy SP12; and n Where proposals affect the bowling green, they should be assessed in accordance with Policy PM5 and national policy in relation to protection of open space.

Bench Street Dover (DOV017)

The Bench Street site is identified as a development opportunity area in Strategic Policy 8 – Dover Town Centre. The site is allocated for a mixed-use development including: residential (indicative capacity of 100 dwellings), commercial, business and service uses (class E), education, main town centre uses and community uses. In addition to satisfying the criteria set out in Strategic Policy 8 – Dover Town Centre, all future development proposals for the site should include: a Ground floor uses that create activity, promote surveillance and maximise the riverside setting along the eastern boundary of the site. b Improvements to the setting, role, biodiversity, accessibility and amenity value of the River Dour corridor that runs adjacent to the site in accordance with Policy NE6. c High-quality, well-located and attractive public realm that is integrated into the development, supports a variety of activities, and encourages social interaction, to promote health, wellbeing, social and civic inclusion. d Improvements to the provision of street furniture, lighting and signage within the site. e The provision of public art to create a sense of place and identity. f A consideration of the character and context of the area, to ensure that the design is of high quality, and the scale (height and mass) and density of development proposed is well related to its surroundings. g The provision of new, and improvements to existing, pedestrian routes and cycle connections, to improve connectivity within the site and with the Town Centre and wider area and protection of the integrity and setting of the England Coast Path - South East National Trail. h A reduction in parking requirements in accordance with Policy TI3, due to the highly accessible location of the site. i Protection and enhancement of heritage assets and their settings through appropriate mitigation measures, to be informed by a Heritage Statement in accordance with Policy HE1. j An archaeological assessment, which should be carried out prior to the submission of any planning application on this site due to the high sensitivity of this location, drawing on the recently completed Urban Archaeological Database for Dover Town Centre. k An air quality assessment, which must be carried out in accordance with Policy NE4 and suitable mitigation provided. l A noise, vibration and lighting survey. This will be required to identify mitigation that will be required to protect the amenity of future residents from disturbance associated with the A20 trunk road and the Port operations. m A detailed Flood Risk Assessment must be carried out in accordance with Policy CC5, including a comprehensive investigation into surface water flood risk, to inform the following requirements: i The Sequential Approach should be applied to the layout of the site by locating the most vulnerable elements in the lowest risk areas, and avoiding development within the functional floodplain. ii Floor levels should be raised above the depth of flooding from surface water, including the Environment Agency's recommended additional freeboard requirements where practicable. iii Flood resistance and resilience measures should be considered for inclusion. n The occupation of the development should also be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. The site layout should be planned to ensure future access to existing water and wastewater infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes.

Land adjacent to the Gas Holder, Coombe Valley Road, Dover (DOV022B)

The site Land including the Gas Holder, Coombe Valley Road, Dover as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 80 dwellings. Development proposals for the site must meet the following criteria: a A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment is required to address the issue of surface water flooding taking account of the impacts of climate change over the lifetime of the development; b Consideration will need to be made regarding the quality and condition of trees and hedgerows within the site. Detailed proposals should aim to protect those of importance and incorporate them in the overall design of the development and to provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement; c An assessment of land contamination for the site shall be carried out and submitted as part of the planning application and appropriate mitigation measures must be implemented prior to development commencing; d Due to the highly accessible location a reduction in parking requirements may be supported in accordance with Policy TI3; e A noise survey will be required to identify mitigation that will be required to protect the amenity of future residents; f The occupation of the development should be phased (where necessary) to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. Development should provide a connection to the sewerage system at the nearest point of adequate capacity and ensure future access to the existing sewerage infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes; g Due to the urban location of the site some of the open space required in accordance with Policy PM3 shall be provided as off-site contributions to enhance open space in the local area, including the designated areas south of the site; h Consideration to be given to pedestrian and cycle connectivity, having particular regard to proposals for development under SAP9 and SAP13 (DOV022c); and i On and off-site sustainable transport measures, as set out in Policy TI1, to include financial contributions to increase the frequency and reliability of Dover Fastrack, and towards provision of highway infrastructure improvements for Dover Fastrack as set out in Policy SP12.

Pencil be Valley, Dover

The site at Pencil be Valley, Dover as shown on the policies map is allocated for an indicative capacity of 150 dwellings. Development proposals for the site must meet the following criteria: a Development must be of an appropriate density for the urban area and make a positive contribution to the visual character of the area taking into consideration the range of neighbouring uses. This includes providing appropriate buffers to the adjoining employment areas; b Development must be designed to avoid or minimise impacts on the Kent Downs AONB and its setting, including a sensitive landscaping scheme; c Primary vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access to the site shall be provided from Barwick Road; d A noise survey will be required to identify mitigation that will be required to protect the amenity of future residents; e Consideration will need to be made regarding the quality and condition of trees and hedgerows within the site. Detailed proposals should aim to protect those of importance and incorporate them in the overall design of the development and to provide opportunities for biodiversity habitat creation and enhancement; f A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment is required to address the issue of surface water flooding and consider the impacts of climate change over the lifetime of the development; g An assessment of land contamination for the site shall be carried out and submitted as part of the planning application and appropriate mitigation measures must be implemented prior to development commencing; h The occupation of the development should be phased to align with the delivery of sewerage infrastructure, in liaison with the service provider. Development should provide a connection to the sewerage system at the nearest point of adequate capacity and ensure future access to the existing sewerage infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes; i Open space and community facility requirements in accordance with Policies PM3 & PM6 shall be provided. Due to the location adjacent to an existing community facility and other open space infrastructure, this site should seek to provide off-site contributions towards extensions and/or enhancements to the adjoining facilities, where possible; j Consideration to be given to pedestrian and cycle connectivity, having particular regard to proposals for development under SAP8 and SAP13 (DOV022c); and k On and off-site sustainable transport measures, as set out in Policy TI1, to include financial contributions to increase the frequency and reliability of Dover Fastrack, and towards provision of highway infrastructure improvements for Dover Fastrack as set out in Policy SP12.

Housing Growth

Provision is made for at least 10,998 net additional homes in the District over the Plan period. In order to achieve this target, additional housing sites are proposed to provide choice and competition in the market up to 2040. The housing target will be met through a combination of committed schemes, Site Allocations and suitable windfall proposals. The majority of new housing development will be in Dover Town and at Whitfield. Land is therefore identified to deliver a minimum of 3,2835 homes in addition to existing commitments. Development will then be focused in the District Centre of Deal, and the Rural Service Centres of Sandwich and Aylesham. Development in Deal, Sandwich and Aylesham will be at a more limited scale than Dover Town, compatible with the more limited range of job opportunities, shops, services and other facilities available in these locations; and taking account of environmental and other constraints. Land is therefore allocated to deliver in the region of 1,194 homes, in addition to existing commitments. Development in the rural areas will be of a scale that is consistent with the relevant settlement's accessibility, infrastructure provision, level of services available, suitability of sites and environmental sensitivity. Land is therefore allocated across settlements in the rural areas to deliver in the region of 1,094 homes, in addition to existing commitments. Development that would result in disproportionate growth to any of the District's settlements, which cannot be supported by the necessary infrastructure and services or would result in a loss of services and facilities which are considered to be key to supporting local communities will be resisted. Windfall housing development will be permitted where it is consistent with the spatial strategy outlined above and is consistent with other policies of this Local Plan. Provision is made for 5 Gypsy and Traveller pitches to be delivered through the intensification of existing sites. Gypsy and Traveller windfall proposals will be permitted on suitable sites, in accordance with Policy H4. The Council will resist any net loss in the District's stock of dwellings, or authorised permanent Gypsy and Traveller sites; unless in accordance with other plan policies. Areas and sites that are key to the delivery of the housing growth strategy have been designated or allocated on the Policies Map.

Residential Windfall Development

Residential development or infilling of a scale that is commensurate with that of the existing settlement will be permitted within or adjoining the settlement boundaries, as shown on the Policies Map, of the following settlements: Ash, Alkham, Aylesham, Capel-le-Ferne, Deal, Dover, East Langdon, Eastry, Elvington, Eythorne, Guston, Goodnestone, Kingsdown, Lydden, Northbourne, Preston, Sandwich, Shepherdswell, St Margaret's-at-Cliffe, Wingham, and Worth. Minor residential development or infilling of a scale that is commensurate with that of the existing settlement will be permitted within the settlement boundaries, as shown on the Policies Map, of the following settlements: Ashley, Barnsole, Betteshanger, Chillenden, Coldred, Denton, East Studdal, Finglesham, Great Mongeham, Martin, Martin Mill, Nonington, Ringwould, Ripple, Staple, East Stourmouth, Sutton, Tilmanstone, West Hougham, Wingham Green, Woodnesborough and Wootton. Subject to all of the following criteria being met: a It is of a scale that is appropriate to the size, role and function of the settlement and the range of services and community facilities that serve it, taking account of the cumulative impact of any allocated sites and committed development; b It is subordinate to the community it adjoins and integrates successfully with the layout, density, fabric and appearance of the existing settlement and individually or cumulatively, would not result in the coalescence or merging of two (or more) separate settlements, or the significant erosion of a gap between settlements, so as to result in the loss of individual settlement identity or character; c In the case of settlements in, adjoining or surrounded by, the Kent Downs AONB or Heritage Coasts, that the proposal complies in the first instance with the primary requirement of conserving and enhancing landscape and scenic beauty, and, where this is demonstrated, that the scale and extent of development is limited, sensitively located and designed to avoid or minimise adverse impacts on these designated landscapes; d It would conserve and enhance landscape character and biodiversity and not result in harmful intrusion into the open countryside or the loss of important green spaces within the confines that contribute positively to the existing character of that settlement; e It would preserve or enhance any heritage assets within its setting; f It would not result in the significant loss of best and most versatile agricultural land currently used for agriculture; g Where the site adjoins open countryside, an appropriately designed landscape buffer is included; h It would be compatible with neighbouring buildings and land uses in accordance with PM2a; i Where development would result in the loss of active employment, open space, sport or community facilities within the settlement that such development is consistent with the requirements of policies E2, PM5 and PM6 of this Plan; j Traffic movements generated from the development do not result in severe impacts to the highway network that cannot be mitigated. This should be considered through transport assessments carried out in accordance with Policy TI2 which must take account of the cumulative impact of sites allocated or committed for development. Proposals must not prejudice the ability of sites allocated or committed for development to come forward due to limited highway capacity; and k It would be in accordance with all other relevant policies in the Plan. New dwellings (both isolated and non-isolated) elsewhere in the countryside outside of settlement boundaries will only be permitted in exceptional circumstances under one or more of the criteria i) to v), and subject to meeting criteria a) to k) above: i there is an essential need for a rural worker, including those taking majority control of a farm business, to live permanently at or near their place of work in the countryside; ii the development would represent the optimal viable use of a heritage asset or would be appropriate enabling development to secure the future of heritage assets; iii the development would re-use redundant or disused buildings and enhance its immediate setting; iv the development would involve the subdivision of an existing residential building; or v the design is of exceptional quality, in that it: - is truly outstanding, reflecting the highest standards in architecture, and would help to raise standards of design more generally in rural areas; and - would significantly enhance its immediate setting, and be sensitive to the defining characteristics of the local area.

Affordable Housing

1 The Council requires the provision of affordable housing on schemes of 10 dwellings or more (or sites of 0.5 hectares or more), and in Designated Rural Areas, on schemes of 6 dwellings or more, with provision being not less than 30% of the total housing provided on the site. This is with the exception of the Dover Urban Area, as set out on the policies map, where there will be no requirement for affordable housing to be provided. There may be circumstances, such as the size or location of the site or the type of housing proposed, that would justify an off-site financial contribution as a more practical approach to meeting the policy requirements than on-site provision. 2 The affordable housing shall be provided with a tenure split of 55% affordable/social rent, 25% First Homes (at 30% discount rate) and 20% other affordable home ownership products. All proposals are expected to meet their full affordable housing provision on-site. 3 Should independently verified viability evidence establish that it is not possible to deliver the affordable housing as required by part 1 of this policy, and the viability position is agreed by the Council, the Council will consider, on a case by case basis, flexibility in the provision of affordable housing, including through the following options: a Change in the tenure mix required. b Reductions in the overall proportion of affordable housing. c Provision of an off-site financial contribution in lieu of affordable housing provision on-site, to secure equivalent provision of affordable housing off site, including 25% to secure First Homes. d A combination of the above. e Deferred contributions. 4 If a site comes forward as two or more separate schemes, of which one or more falls below the appropriate threshold, the Council will seek an appropriate level of affordable housing on each part to match in total the provision that would have been required on the site as a whole.

Surface Water Management

All new development should replicate natural ground and surface water flows and decrease surface water runoff through the use of Sustainable urban Drainage Systems, having regard to the Council's Site-specific Guidance for Managing Flood Risk (as updated) and in accordance with the following criteria: a Proposals must follow the hierarchy of methods for discharge as set out below: i Into the ground, infiltration: the preferred method for discharging surface water runoff ii To a surface water body, subject to appropriate pollution control measures iii To a surface water sewer, highway drain or another drainage system iv To a combined sewer b SuDS design and a robust long-term maintenance plan must be considered as an integral part of the master-planning and design process, and should, where possible, provide multi-functional benefits; c No surface water connection to a foul-only sewer will be permitted; d The discharge of surface water runoff into a public surface or combined sewer will only be acceptable if infiltration or discharge into a surface water body are shown not to be possible, an assessment of the capacity of the sewer has been undertaken, and the evidence demonstrates that there is no increased flood risk; e In Ground Water Source Protection Zones 1 and 2 SuDS will only be permitted if adequate safeguards against possible contamination are provided or where it can be demonstrated than there will be no environmental risks to water quality and adequate mitigation measures can be implemented; For major development, the following criteria also apply: f Drainage must be integrated into on-site multifunctional open space and landscape provision; g Proposals should be informed by guidance produced by the Lead Local Flood Authority; and h Approval for the design and long-term maintenance of SuDS will be required prior to the development being permitted. Where SuDS are required, a Sustainable Drainage Strategy containing proportionate information on the proposed sustainable drainage systems must be submitted as part of any planning application.

Infrastructure and Developer Contributions

The Council will continue to work with relevant service providers to ensure that infrastructure is delivered, in the right place, at the right time, to meet the needs of the District and support the levels of development identified in the Local Plan. Where development would create a need to provide additional or improved infrastructure and amenities, or would have an impact on the existing standard of infrastructure provided, or would exacerbate an existing deficiency in their provision, the developer will be expected to make up that provision. This shall be through the direct provision of the infrastructure or by a proportionate contribution towards the overall cost of such, in addition to appropriate maintenance costs. Supporting infrastructure should be provided in advance of, or alongside, the development, unless there is sufficient existing capacity. The appropriate phasing for the provision of infrastructure will be determined on a case-by-case basis with reference to the most up to date Infrastructure Delivery Plan (IDP) and the priority classification along with other relevant evidence, and in consultation with the relevant providers. In determining the nature and scale of any provision, the Council will have regard to viability considerations, site-specific circumstances and the most up to date and relevant evidence. In exceptional circumstances, should independently verified viability evidence, funded by the applicant, establish that it is not possible to deliver the infrastructure requirements set out in this Plan and the viability position is agreed by the Council, the Council will consider flexibility through a reduction in contributions and/or a deferred payments mechanism. The Council will use various mechanisms to achieve this, including Section 106 legal agreements, Section 278 legal agreements (where relevant) and planning conditions.

Digital Technology

All new residential, public and business premises development will have gigabit-capable connections, or constructed to be high-speed ready, with all associated physical infrastructure. Proposals to improve the digital communications network in the District, including through the provision of mobile data networks (such as 5G mobile data) and digital technology upgrades in public sector buildings and on public transport will be supported, subject to compliance with relevant policies in this Plan and national policy.

Tourism and Tourist Accommodation

a) Proposals for serviced tourist accommodation (hotels, guest houses, bed and breakfast and similar establishments) will be supported in the following locations: within and adjoining designated settlement confines (as defined in Policy SP4), on brownfield land, where it reuses existing buildings, or with an existing tourism facility; c) Proposals for self-catering tourism accommodation (including caravans, camping, glamping, lodges, huts, tree house accommodation, and pods) will be supported across the District subject to criteria i) to x) below; i) The scale and design of the proposal is compatible with the character, layout, density, fabric and appearance of the existing settlement, surrounding area, and where relevant the countryside. ii) In the case of settlements in, or surrounded by, the Kent Downs AONB or Heritage Coasts, that the proposal complies in the first instance with the primary requirement of conserving and enhancing landscape and scenic beauty, and, where this is demonstrated, that the scale and extent of development is limited, sensitively located and designed to avoid or minimise adverse impacts on these designated landscapes. iii) The level and type of activity the proposal generates and the functional and visual relationship it has with adjoining uses would not result in harm to the character and appearance of the surrounding area, including where relevant the character and quality of the countryside. iv) It would conserve and enhance landscape character and biodiversity and not result in an unacceptable intrusion into open countryside or the loss of important green spaces within the confines that contribute positively to the existing character of that settlement. v) It would preserve or enhance any heritage assets within its setting. vi) It would not have an adverse impact on the living conditions of existing adjoining residents. vii) Appropriate provision can be made for parking and access. viii) It is demonstrated that traffic generated from the development can be safely accommodated on the local road network, and the development will not generate a type or amount of traffic that would be inappropriate to the rural road network. ix) Proposals should seek to improve provision of sustainable travel options to the site wherever possible, in accordance with Policy TI1. x) Developments which are located within the 9km Zone of Influence of the Thanet Coast and Sandwich Bay SPA will be assessed on a case by case basis under the Habitats Regulations and may be required to make full or partial contributions towards the SAMMS if applicable in line with the requirements of Policy NE3.

Primary Shopping Areas

Primary Shopping Areas are defined for Dover, Deal and Sandwich Town Centres as set out on the Policies Map. Within the Primary Shopping Areas, the Council will support in principle, retail and main town centre uses and commercial, business and services falling within Planning Use Class E, where proposals: 1 Maintain and enhance the vitality of these centres; and 2 Enable the interchange between town centre uses and uses falling within Use Class E where they would not harm the vitality and range of uses. Proposals must: a Attract vibrancy, activity and pedestrian footfall to the town centre. b Have an active frontage and is immediately accessible by the public from the front. c Not harm the character and function of the town centre. The Council will support proposals to bring upper floors back into use, including for residential and office use. Changes of use to residential will not be permitted on the ground floor of any unit within the Primary Shopping Areas.

Sequential Test and Impact Assessment

Proposals for retail development which are not located within the Primary Shopping Areas or for other 'main town-centre uses' which are not located within the boundaries of Dover, Deal or Sandwich Town Centres (as identified in Policies SP8, SP9 and SP10 and on the Policies Map) and are not supported by other policies in this plan, will only be permitted if all of the following criteria can be met: a A sequential assessment has been carried out that demonstrates that no suitable sites are available, firstly in the primary shopping area for retail, or the town centre boundary for other town centre uses, then edge-of-centre locations. Only if no sites are available in these locations should out-of-centre locations be considered. Preference will be given to sites that are well connected to a town centre; and b The proposal, either by itself or in combination with other committed development proposals, will not have a significant adverse impact on investment or the vitality and viability of a town centre, or that any significant adverse impact upon the town centres can adequately be mitigated. Proposals for retail development which are greater than 280 sq.m, will be required to carry out an impact assessment. Other main town centre uses will be required to carry out impact assessments in line with the requirements of the NPPF.

Local Shops

The Council will protect individual convenience shops outside designated centres (as set out in the retail hierarchy), including where ancillary to another use (such as petrol stations). Proposals for a change of use or alternative use will only be supported where: a The retail unit is vacant; and it can be clearly demonstrated through evidence of extensive, active and realistic marketing over a period of at least 12 months that there is a lack of demand for, in the first instance an alternative convenience shop and then alternatively any other comparable E class use in that location; or b Alternative convenience retail provision is available within an 800m walking distance (not straight line distance); or c The replacement land use offers compelling benefits which outweigh the loss. New individual small convenience shops, which do not exceed 280 sq.m gross, will be supported where proposals demonstrate they serve the local population and are of a scale appropriate to the particular centre. Extensions to individual small convenience shops should not create a unit which exceeds 280 sq.m gross.

Sandwich Town Centre

The Council will support in principle proposals which enhance the vitality and viability of Sandwich Town Centre and enable it to maintain its role as a vibrant town centre offering a range of compatible uses reflecting its individual character and economy. The primary shopping area in the town centre is identified on the Policies Map and Figure 3.5 and is centred around New Street, Delf Street, King Street and Market Street. This area should be the focus for E class uses, in addition to pubs or drinking establishments, food and drink takeaways, and other main town centre uses, in accordance with Policy R1 Primary Shopping Areas. In the wider town centre area (as defined by the town centre boundary shown on the Policies Map and Figure 3.4) a broader range of uses will be supported including commercial, business and service uses (class E), main town centre uses including leisure, residential, and community in order to maintain the attractiveness of Sandwich and enhance the range of services it offers. New development should make a positive contribution to enhancing the vitality and viability of the town centre, supporting a safe, attractive, accessible and high-quality environment and compliment and diversify the overall mix of uses. This will be achieved by: 1 Encouraging a balanced mix and diversity of uses in the town centre including retail, leisure, tourism including sports tourism, community, offices and housing; 2 Enhancing the quality of the environment in the town centre by improving the public realm, investing in existing and establishing new green infrastructure, and enhancing visitor experience; 3 Improving connectivity and signage to Sandwich Quay from the town centre to create a more legible environment, promoting ease of movement and improving the visitor experience; 4 Recognising the rich historic environment in the town and ensuring that proposals conserve, and where appropriate, enhance the Conservation Area and setting and character of important heritage assets; 5 Providing opportunities for shopping, community and leisure events to encourage more people to visit the town centre; and 6 Taking a balanced approach to car parking provision, that acknowledges the sustainability of the town centre and its rail and bus connections.

Retail and Town Centres

New town centre developments should be focused in the main towns of Dover, Deal and Sandwich. Proposals which diversify the provision of facilities in district and local/village centres will be supported where they are of an appropriate scale in relation to the role of the centre. All development will be expected to support and contribute to the Council's strategy for retail and town centres which is to: 1 Prioritise the occupation, replacement and re-purposing of vacant units; 2 Consolidate the retail form and function of Dover, Deal and Sandwich Town Centres; 3 Diversify uses within the District's town centres to provide a balanced mix of uses; 4 Identify opportunities for residential provision in and on the edge of town centres to help maintain and strengthen their overall vitality and viability; 5 Ensure a robust approach is taken to managing new out of centre retail development in the District in accordance with Policy R2; 6 Develop strategies for each of the District's town centres to help promote greater flexibility and diversity, so that they can respond more effectively and rapidly to future trends; and 7 Invest in the quality of the town centre environments, including their rich historic qualities and assets, to create more attractive, accessible, safe and greener environments that appeal to all ages and groups.

Dover Town Centre

The Council will support proposals, in principle, that help to deliver the regeneration and development of Dover Town Centre, in accordance with the vision and town centre strategy plan (Figure 3.2) above, and the principles set out below. Dover Town Centre Uses The primary shopping area in the town centre is identified on the Policies Map and Figure 3.2, and centres around St James St, King St, Cannon St, Biggin St and Pencester Road. This should be the focus for E class uses, in addition to pubs or drinking establishments, food and drink takeaways, and other main town centre uses, in accordance with Policy R1. Residential development will be supported at first floor level and above. In the wider town centre area (as defined by the town centre boundary shown on the Policies Map and Figure 3.2) a broader range of uses will be supported including commercial, business and service uses (class E), main town centre uses, residential, and community (as set out above) so enhancing its attractiveness as a centre, extending its life into the evening and providing a broader range of services for local people. Opportunity Areas Opportunity Areas have been identified on the Town Centre strategy plan (Figure 3.2) at Bench Street; the former Co-Op Site; Stembrook Car park; and Mid Town area. These sites provide the opportunity for mixed-use redevelopment in the town centre area to enhance the retail and leisure offer, support the local economy, promote tourism and provide residential accommodation. Further opportunities for mixed-use development have also been identified adjacent to the town centre boundary at Dover Waterfront and the former leisure centre site. The Council will also support the expansion of further and higher education facilities at the Kent College campus subject to design and other site-specific considerations. Opportunities to enhance the public realm and improve connectivity in the town centre area have been identified at Market Square; along the section of the A20 corridor that runs through the town centre; Pencester Gardens; and along the River Dour corridor. Improvements to the connectivity of the town centre with the seafront, which will be facilitated in part through planned improvements to the Townwall Street/A20 underpass and the development of Dover Waterfront, are also required. General Principles New development should make a positive contribution to improving the town centre's viability and vitality, support the creation of a safe, attractive, accessible and high quality environment, improve the overall mix of land uses in the centre and enhance connectivity, both within the centre and to adjoining areas. This will be achieved by: 1 Requiring all schemes to demonstrate a quality of design that makes a significant contribution to the character of the town centre, including any proposed buildings and public realm; 2 Ensuring the most effective use of land through the promotion of high density development where appropriate, making use of space above shops for residential, and re-using or re-developing existing buildings; 3 Encouraging the provision of flexible office space, to capitalise on the town centre's sustainable location and excellent transport links; 4 Improving access to the town centre, and connectivity between the different areas of the town centre, to create a more legible environment and promote ease of movement; 5 Recognising the rich historic environment in the town and ensuring that proposals conserve, and where appropriate, enhance the significance, connectivity, accessibility, setting and character of these important heritage assets. Regard should be had to the Archaeological Plan of Dover Town SPD once adopted; 6 Enhancing the quality of the environment in the town centre including the River Dour in accordance with Policy NE6; improving public realm; investing in existing, and establishing new, green infrastructure; and enhancing visitor experience; 7 Providing opportunities for shopping, tourist facilities, community and leisure events to encourage more people to visit the town centre; and 8 Taking a balanced approach to car parking provision, that acknowledges the sustainability of the town centre and its rail and bus connections, informed by a town centre parking strategy.

Deal Town Centre

The Council will support in principle proposals which enhance the vitality and viability of Deal Town Centre and enable it to maintain its role as a vibrant town centre offering a range of compatible uses reflecting its individual character and economy. The primary shopping area in the town centre is identified on the Policies Map and shown on Figure 3.3 and is centred around the High Street and adjoining roads. This area should be the focus for E class uses, in addition to pubs or drinking establishments, food and drink takeaways, and other main town centre uses, in accordance with Policy R1 Primary Shopping Areas. In the wider town centre area (as defined by the town centre boundary shown on the Policies Map and Figure 3.4) a broader range of uses will be supported including commercial, business and service uses (class E), main town centre uses including leisure, residential, and community in order to maintain the attractiveness of Deal and enhance the range of services it offers. New development should make a positive contribution to enhancing the vitality and viability of the town centre, supporting a safe, attractive, accessible and high-quality environment, and compliment and diversify the overall mix of uses. This will be achieved by: 1 Encouraging a balanced mix and diversity of uses in the town centre including retail, leisure, tourism, community, offices and residential; 2 Enhancing the quality of the environment in the town centre; improving public realm; investing in existing and establishing new green infrastructure; and enhancing visitor experience; 3 Improving connectivity and signage to the seafront from the town centre to create a more legible environment, promoting ease of movement and improving the visitor experience; 4 Recognising the rich historic environment in the town and ensuring that proposals conserve, and where appropriate, enhance

Strategic Transport Infrastructure

1 Highway Network The Council will work with Kent County Council, National Highways and other transport providers to deliver strategic transport improvements to mitigate and address the impact of development or remove impediment to future growth. Key strategic transport schemes are: a A2 Dover Access The Council is committed to working with National Highways to facilitate major, long-term improvements to the A2 from Lydden Hill to the Port of Dover. As such, promoters of sites impacted by improvements related to the A2 will need to take account of any emerging proposals by National Highways or any other licensed strategic highway authority appointed by the Secretary of State under the Infrastructure Act 2015. b Strategic Highway Improvements / Mitigation at A2 junctions: i Whitfield Roundabout ii Duke of York Roundabout iii A257/A256 Junction 2 Rail Infrastructure a The Council, in partnership with Network Rail, will support proposals for a journey time of less than 1 hour between Dover and St Pancras, along with additional capacity on the High Speed route and associated station improvements, including additional car parking at Dover Priory. 3 Bus Infrastructure a The Council will work with Kent County Council, National Highways and developers to ensure delivery of the Dover Fastrack Service. b The Council will support proposals for the rural demand-responsive bus service and other improvements to local bus service provision. Proportionate developer contributions will be sought from new development to support these strategic schemes, having regard to the Infrastructure Delivery Plan or any subsequent guidance. This will be secured by S106 and/or S278 agreements. This may include contributions or on-site provision for associated complimentary infrastructure. Where development of a site includes part of an identified strategic scheme in this policy, land will be reserved for the route or facility as part of the design of the proposal. Proposals which undermine the delivery of a strategic transport scheme will not be supported.

Sustainable Transport and Travel

Development should, in so far as its size, characteristic and location: a Be designed so that opportunities for sustainable transport modes are maximised and provide for a variety of forms of transport as alternatives to travel by private motorised vehicle; b Give priority to the needs of pedestrians, cyclists, users of public transport, car sharers and users of low and ultra-low emission vehicles; c Be readily accessible by sustainable transport modes through the provision of high-quality, engineered, safe and direct walking and cycling routes within a permeable site layout; d Contribute to sustainable transport proposals including off-site improvements to cycling and walking routes and public transport facilities, and to proposals within the Dover Infrastructure Delivery Plan; and e Make provision for secure cycle parking and storage having regard to the Parking Standards for Kent SPD and Kent Design Guide Review. The Council will safeguard the Public Rights of Way network, and other existing cycle and walking routes, from development that would compromise their use and will encourage their enhancement and extension.

Transport Statements, Assessments and Travel Plans

Developments that would generate significant traffic movements must be well related to the primary and secondary road network. Proposals which would generate levels and types of traffic movements resulting in severe cumulative residual impacts in terms of capacity and road safety will not be permitted. New accesses and intensified use of existing accesses onto the road network will not be permitted if it would result in a clear risk of crashes or traffic delays unless the proposals can incorporate measures that provide sufficient mitigation. Applicants must demonstrate that traffic movements to and from the development can be accommodated, resolved, or mitigated to avoid severe cumulative residual impacts. A Transport Statement, Transport Assessment and/or a Travel Plan may be required depending on the nature and scale of the proposal and the level of significant transport movements generated, the requirements of which will be secured by planning condition or Section 106 legal agreement.

Parking Provision on New Development

Developments must provide adequate car parking taking into account the type of development proposed, its location and accessibility by other means of transport and having regard to advice in the Parking Standards for Kent SPD and Kent Design Guide Review: Interim Guidance Note 3 (or any subsequent guidance). The parking provision on residential development shall take account of local circumstances including the layout of the development, the mix of dwellings, the character of the local area and the proximity of public transport. Residential development proposed with no parking provision will be supported where: a it is located in easy walking distance of a range of services and facilities, b there is suitable access to non-car-based modes of transport, and c it is demonstrated that the lack of provision will not be to the detriment of the surrounding area. Where appropriate, the Council will consider the use of Controlled Parking Zones (CPZs) to support the wider strategy for the management of on-street parking, in line with the approach outlined in this policy.

Overnight Lorry Parking Facilities

Applications for the provision of lorry parking and associated facilities will be supported subject to the following criteria: a The site must be located on or near the Strategic Road Network, with connection that is acceptable to National Highways and the Local Highway Authority taking account of any other relevant development and/or highway schemes; b Proposals which affect the setting of the AONB should be sensitively located and designed to avoid or minimise adverse impacts on the AONB. Proposals which constitute major development in the AONB will only be permitted in exceptional circumstances and where it can be demonstrated they are in the public interest; c Proposals for the mitigation of noise and air quality impacts from lorry movements and any associated commercial operations will need to be specifically addressed as part of any application; d Substantial landscaping and screening should be provided to mitigate the visual impact of the development; e A lighting strategy must be submitted with any application and suitable mitigation will be required to deal with artificial lighting, to restrict the impact of the development on neighbouring residential properties or vulnerable uses; f Adequate space for access, sight lines, turning and manoeuvring must be provided in addition to the required parking spaces; and g The minimum dimensions of a lorry parking space should be 16m by 3.5m (56 sq.m).