Planning in Kensington & Chelsea

Keeping life local – walkable neighbourhoods

Support walkable neighbourhoods and the role that our network of town centres has in providing the range of services which meet the day-to-day needs of our residents by: 1. Maintaining access to a range of neighbourhood facilities, both within and outside our town centres, and seeking to increase the facilities which assist in creating walkable neighbourhoods as opportunities arise. 2. Supporting initiatives to increase walkability and access to our town centres. 3. Supporting public realm improvements to local centres, giving them a distinctive look and feel - promoting partial and full pedestrianisation in some locations, as well as more trees and greenery and outdoor dining.

Social Infrastructure and Facilities

A. The Council will ensure that social and community uses are protected or enhanced throughout the borough and will support the provision of new facilities. B. The Council will support the provision of new and the expansion of existing, social and community uses which predominantly serve, or which provide significant benefits to, borough residents, except where the proposal results in a shared or communal residential/social and community entrance. Policies GB15, HO3 and relevant site allocations set out instances where social and community uses will be proactively sought by the Council. C. Where new facilities are provided, they should seek to make the best use of land and co-locate a range of social and community uses where possible. The new provision should be well-designed, inclusive and easily accessible. D. The following sequential approach must be followed for existing social and community use: 1. Protect land and/or buildings where the current use is or the last use was a social or community use, for re-use for the same, similar or related use. 2. Permit the change of use of land and/ or buildings where the current or last use was a social and community use from one social and community use to another social and community use which predominantly serves, or which provides significant benefits to borough residents and where it is demonstrated that there is a greater benefit to the borough resulting from this change of use. 3. Permit enabling development on land and/or buildings where the current use is, or the last use was a social and community use in order to: significantly improve that use; provide another social and community use on site; significantly improve or provide new social and community uses elsewhere within the borough and where it can be demonstrated that there is a greater benefit to the borough resulting from this enabling development.

Context and Character

A. Development is required to be beautiful, respecting the existing context, character and appearance, including historic characteristics. Where relevant, development should: 1. Enhance the quality and character of buildings. 2. Improve connectivity and function, including making it inclusive for all. B. Opportunities should be taken to contribute positively and respond to the local townscape through its architecture and urban form by: 1. Addressing matters such as scale, height, bulk, mass and proportion. 2. Considering how the plot width, building lines, street form, rhythm, and roofscape responds to the context. 3. Considering how materials are used and how they relate to any historic fabric. 4. Considering vistas, views, gaps, and open space, including how planting, trees and greenery contribute to their character. C. Require the density of development to be optimised using a design-led approach in a manner sensitive to context. D. Require riverside and canalside development to enhance the waterside character and setting, including opening up views and securing access to the waterway. E. Require development within the Thames Policy Area to protect and improve the strategic importance and iconic role that the Thames plays in London. F. Require a comprehensive approach to site layout and design including adjacent sites where these are suitable for redevelopment, resisting schemes which prejudice future development potential and/or quality. G. Carefully consider how development in backland sites is integrated into the existing urban structure, including: 1. Ensuring vehicular and pedestrian access is properly integrated into the surrounding street network. 2. That the scale and massing respect the hierarchy of the existing urban block so as to enhance the character of the area. H. Ensure that, in carrying out alterations and extensions, the particular characteristics of the building type be preserved and enhanced. I. Resist the demolition of, and inappropriate alterations and extensions to, artists' studios. J. For strategic development sites, such as the borough's Opportunity Areas, require development to relate positively to existing context, even where development is at a scale that it can set a new character in itself.

Existing Buildings - Roof Alterations/Additional Storeys

A. Require roof alterations and additional storeys to be sympathetic to the form and character of the building or group of buildings. B. Permit appropriately designed additional storeys and roof level alterations where they make a positive contribution to the townscape, including in circumstances where the character of a terrace or group of properties has been severely compromised by a variety of roof extensions and where infilling between them would help to reunite the group. C. Resist additional storeys on: 1. Complete terraces or groups of buildings where the existing roof line is unimpaired by extensions, even where a proposal involves adding to the whole terrace or group as a coordinated design. 2. Buildings or terraces that already have an additional storey or mansard. 3. Buildings that have a roof structure or form of historic or architectural interest. 4. Buildings where additional storeys would detract from significant skylines or profiles. 5. Buildings or terraces where the roof line or party walls are exposed to long views from public spaces, and where they would have an intrusive impact on that view or would impede the view of an important building or open space beyond. 6. Buildings that, by the nature of the roof construction and architectural style, are unsuitable for additional storeys, e.g. pitched roofs with eaves. 7. Mansion blocks of flats where an additional storey would add significantly to the bulk or unbalance the architectural composition. 8. Terraces that are already broken only by isolated roof additions. 9. Terraces where the alteration would harm the architectural symmetry of the terrace. D. Resist alterations to dormer windows of architectural and historical interest, even where others on the same terrace have been altered.

Existing Buildings - Extensions and Modifications

The Council will require extensions and modifications to existing buildings to be subordinate to the original building, to allow the form of the original building to be clearly understood, and to reinforce the character and integrity of the original building, or group of buildings. To deliver this the Council will resist proposals for extensions if: A. the extension would extend rearward beyond the existing general rear building line of any neighbouring extensions; B. the extension would rise above the general height of neighbouring and nearby extensions, or rise to or above the original main eaves or parapet; C. the extension would spoil or disrupt the even rhythm of rear additions; D. the detailed design of the addition, including the location or proportions or dimensions of fenestration or the external materials and finishes, would not be in character with the existing building; E. the extension would breach the established front building line; F. an important or historic gap or view would be blocked or diminished; G. the architectural symmetry of a building, terrace or group of buildings would be impaired; H. the original architectural features on a formal flank elevation would be obscured; I. access to the rear of the property or of those adjoining would be lost or reduced; J. a conservatory is proposed to be located at roof level, significantly above garden level or on a corner site.

Shopfronts

The Council will require shopfronts to relate well to the buildings above and to either side to provide an attractive setting for the display of goods and to drive up the quality of the area. To deliver this the Council will: A. require alterations to existing shopfronts to preserve those elements that contribute to their traditional character, such as corbels, part-glazed doors, fascia, glazing bars, pilasters, and stallrisers, awnings and blinds; B. require new, and alterations to existing, shopfronts to: i. respect the building's original framework; ii. have a positive visual impact on the appearance of the building or streetscene; iii. respect the character of the building in relation to siting and design of awnings and blinds; iv. be inclusive for all; v. maintain existing independent access to upper floor accommodation; C. require, where shop units are combined, new shopfronts and signage to be installed within the original surrounds and not to obscure them; D. resist new shopfronts that would involve the removal of existing separate access to residential accommodation; E. resist open shopfronts; F. resist external security shutters that have a solid appearance.

Design Quality, Character and Growth

A. Require all development to meet the highest standards of urban design and architectural quality, taking opportunities to improve the local area, its character, and the way it functions. B. The Council will require all development to be: 1. Functional - fit for purpose. 2. Legible - easy to understand in its role and relationship to its context, and contributing to easy wayfinding and navigation. 3. Robust - well built, easy to maintain and adaptable to changes of use, lifestyle, demography and climate. 4. Attractive - pleasing in its composition, materials and craftsmanship. 5. Locally distinctive - responding well to its context. 6. Sustainable - incorporating principles for sustainable design from the outset, considering the use of resources, including energy, as well as the whole life cycle of the building(s). 7. Inclusive - accessible to all. 8. Secure - designing out crime. C. An appropriate architectural response is required, on a site by-site basis, to: 1. The context of the site, including in terms of scale, height, mass and bulk. 2. The building's proposed design, form and use. 3. Whether the townscape is of uniform or varied character. 4. Its relationship with the public realm around it.

Small-scale Alterations and Additions

The Council will require that alterations and additions do not harm the existing character and appearance of the building and its context. To deliver this the Council will resist small-scale development that: A. harms the character or appearance of the existing building, its setting or townscape; B. results in a cumulative effect which would be detrimental to the character and appearance of the area; C. is not of high quality form, detailed design and materials or is not discreetly located.

Basements

The Council will require all basement development to: A. not exceed a maximum of 50 per cent of each garden or open part of the site. The unaffected garden must be in a single area and where relevant should form a continuous area with other neighbouring gardens. Exceptions may be made on large sites; B. not comprise more than one storey. Exceptions may be made on large sites; C. not add further basement floors where there is an extant or implemented planning permission for a basement or one built through the exercise of permitted development rights; D. not cause loss, damage or long term threat to trees of townscape or amenity value; E. comply with the tests in national policy as they relate to the assessment of harm to the significance of heritage assets; F. not involve excavation underneath a listed building (including vaults); G. not introduce light wells and railings to the front or side of the property where they would seriously harm the character and appearance of the locality, particularly where they are not an established and positive feature of the local streetscape; H. maintain and take opportunities to improve the character or appearance of the building, garden or wider area, with external elements such as light wells, roof lights, plant and means of escape being sensitively designed and discreetly sited; in the case of light wells and roof lights, also limit the impact of light pollution; I. include a sustainable drainage system (SuDS), to be retained thereafter; J. include a minimum of one metre of soil above any part of the basement beneath a garden; K. ensure that traffic and construction activity do not cause unacceptable harm to pedestrian, cycle, vehicular and road safety; adversely affect bus or other transport operations (e.g. cycle hire), significantly increase traffic congestion, nor place unreasonable inconvenience on the day to day life of those living, working and visiting nearby; L. ensure that construction impacts such as noise, vibration and dust are kept to acceptable levels for the duration of the works; M. be designed to safeguard the structural stability of the existing building, nearby buildings and other infrastructure including London Underground tunnels and the highway; N. be protected from sewer flooding through the installation of a suitable pumped device.

Shopfronts

A. Require new shopfronts and alterations to existing shopfronts to respect the siting and design of midrails, pilasters, and stallrisers, awnings and blinds; B. require new, and alterations to existing, shopfronts to: i. respect the building's original framework; ii. have a positive visual impact on the appearance of the building or streetscene; iii. respect the character of the building in relation to siting and design of awnings and blinds; iv. be inclusive for all; v. maintain existing independent access to upper floor accommodation; C. require, where shop units are combined, new shopfronts and signage to be installed within the original surrounds and not to obscure them; D. resist new shopfronts that would involve the removal of existing separate access to residential accommodation; E. resist open shopfronts; F. resist external security shutters that have a solid appearance.

Views

A. Require all development to protect and enhance views, vistas, gaps and the skyline that contribute to the character and quality of the area. B. Development should not disrupt or detract from strategic and local vistas, views, and gaps and the skyline. In addition to the strategic linear view from King Henry VIII's Mound in Richmond Park to St Paul's Cathedral, the borough also has specifically protected views, as identified in Figure 6.5. C. Require developments whose visual impacts extend beyond that of the immediate street, to demonstrate how views are protected or enhanced. D. Require, within conservation areas, development to preserve or enhance views: 1. Identified in conservation area appraisals and conservation area management plans. 2. Generally within, into, and out of conservation areas, including to the rear of properties in proportion to the townscape significance of the view. 3. That affect the setting of and from development on sites adjacent to conservation areas and listed buildings. E. Require development to respect the setting of a landmark, taking care not to create intrusive elements in its foreground, middle ground or background.

Tall Buildings

Definition A. There are two definitions of tall buildings in the borough based on where they are located. These are shown in Figure 6.3, and are: 1. 21m or more in height from the ground level to the top of the building (as measured externally). 2. 30m or more in height from the ground level to the top of the building (as measured externally). B. Proposals that meet or exceed the definition of a tall building in criterion A will be assessed in accordance with London Plan Policy D9. C. Criterion B will not apply to single storey roof extensions on individual dwelling houses/homes. Suitable Locations for Tall Buildings D. Tall buildings will only be acceptable within those locations that are identified as suitable for tall buildings as shown in Figure 6.4 and at the heights specified in the relevant site allocations.

Living Conditions

The Council will require all development ensures good living conditions for occupants of new, existing and neighbouring buildings. To deliver this the Council will: A. require applicants to take into account the prevailing characteristics of the area; B. ensure that good standards of daylight and sunlight are achieved in new development and in existing properties affected by new development; and where they are already substandard, that there should be no material worsening of the conditions; C. require that there is reasonable visual privacy for occupants of new development and for occupants of existing properties affected by new development; D. require that there is no harmful increase in the sense of enclosure to existing buildings and spaces, neighbouring gardens, balconies and terraces; E. require that the reasonable enjoyment of the use of buildings, gardens and other spaces is not harmed due to increases in traffic, servicing, parking, noise, disturbance, odours or vibration or local microclimatic effects.

Business Uses

Protecting existing office space A. Where planning permission is required, protect all offices and office floorspace, except where: 1. Within an Employment Zone and being replaced by a use which supports the commercial character and function of the zone; 2. Within a town centre and being replaced by an alternative (non-residential) town centre use; or 3. The office is being replaced by a social and community use. Protecting quality of office space B. Where planning permission is required, proposals must maintain the quality of the office floorspace. Locations for new office space C. Permit small and medium sized offices anywhere in the borough. D. Require new large-scale offices to be located within a town centre, other accessible areas, Opportunity Areas or within an Employment Zone, unless the development would meet the requirements of the sequential test. E. New offices will be supported within the town centres where they contribute to the character, function and viability of that centre. F. Require new offices within a town centre to create an active frontage. Industrial and storage and distribution uses G. Where planning permission is required, protect: 1. Industrial uses; 2. Storage and distribution uses; and 3. Vehicle repair garages and MOT centres. H. Intensification of existing and new industrial uses are supported within Employment Zones, the Opportunity Areas and other areas where it can be demonstrated that residential living conditions are not harmed. Employment Zones I. Promote Employment Zones as: 1. Centres for innovation, locations for large and small businesses and workshops, 2. Places for other town centres uses, where such uses contribute to the vitality of the zone and to the wider area. J. In the Kensal, Lots Road and those parts of the Freston/Latimer Road Employment Zone which lie south of the Westway: support the creation of residential floorspace where it results in a significant uplift in both the quantity and the quality of the business uses on site. K. In the Freston/Latimer Road Employment Zone north of the Westway: support the creation of residential floorspace where the existing commercial floorspace is retained or re-provided and where its quality is improved. L. All development within the Employment Zone must comply with the agent of change principle and be designed to ensure that established commercial uses remain viable and can continue or grow without additional restrictions being placed upon them.

Creative and Cultural Businesses

A. The Council will promote and protect the workspaces needed to support the creative and cultural industries across the borough.

Affordable Workspace

A. The Opportunity Areas 1. Earl's Court Opportunity Area – 10 per cent of the E(g) business floorspace on the site to be affordable workspace, with an upper limit subject to an assessment of need. This affordable workspace must be provided at a capped rate of 50 per cent less than the prevailing market rate for comparable premises in perpetuity. 2. Kensal Canalside Opportunity Area – 500 sq m of affordable workspace, or 10 per cent of any E(g) business floorspace provided on the Opportunity Area, if more than 5,000 sq m of E(g) floorspace is provided. This affordable workspace must be provided at a capped rate of 50 per cent less than the prevailing market rate for a period of 20 years. B. For all other sites, new developments that provide an uplift of more than 5,000 sq m (GIA) of Class E(g) business floorspace must provide affordable workspace, equating to 10 per cent of the additional employment floorspace (GIA). 1. For development in CIL charging zones F and H shown in Figure 8.3, this affordable workspace must be provided at a capped rate of 50 per cent less than the prevailing market rate for comparable premises for a period of 20 years; 2. For development in all other locations this affordable workspace must be provided at a capped rate of 50 per cent less than the prevailing market rate for comparable premises in perpetuity. C. New affordable workspace must be provided on site.

The Westway

A. The land underneath the Westway will have been developed by the Westway Trust to provide space for innovation, employment, and entrepreneurship alongside a well-connected and safe route beneath and alongside the Westway together with improved public realm all of which relates to the history, culture and local context. Greater pedestrian/cycle links will be developed east and west along the Westway with a new underpass under the West London line to ensure greater connectivity and a much improved route.

Kensal Employment Zone

A vibrant employment area where land is optimised to create opportunities for innovative small and medium sized businesses. New development will support the creative and civil society workspace through delivery of office space, studio space, production and rehearsal space, workshop and maker space and flexible community space.

Freston/ Latimer Road Employment Zone

An Employment Zone that supports the development of the creative and cultural industries and contributes to the vitality of the street scene and local neighbourhood to deliver a vibrant mixed use creative quarter. Appropriate mixing of complementary uses should be used to the south of the Westway to deliver an uplift in employment and maximise commercial floor space. To the north of the Westway, new development shall retain, or re-provide, existing commercial floorspace.

Lots Road Employment Zone

The Employment Zone will provide improved and additional workspaces and facilities for innovative and creative small and medium sized businesses with a focus on art, architecture, antiques and interior design. To make the best use of land, complementary uses that contribute to the area's eclectic mix and character will be incorporated.

Sustainable Retrofitting

A. Sensitive, sustainable and safe retrofitting of all our existing building stock is supported. For large retrofit schemes, third-party voluntary standards that enable certificate of compliance should be used. B. Retrofitting of historic and listed buildings as well as properties within conservation areas must be carried out so that it does not harm the special historic or architectural interest of the building, historic fabric of the building nor harm the character and appearance of the conservation area.

Circular Economy

A. Major developments must follow circular economy principles and aim to be net zero-waste. A circular economy statement meeting the requirements of the London Plan must be submitted.

Whole Life-cycle Carbon

A. Applicants for major development proposals are required to calculate whole life-cycle carbon emissions and demonstrate actions taken to reduce whole life-cycle carbon emissions through submission of a whole life-cycle carbon assessment.

Energy and Net Zero Carbon

Reducing Energy Demand A. Applicants for all developments must optimise building design to reduce energy demand in-line with the London Plan energy hierarchy. Net Zero Carbon B. Major development must be net zero carbon in operation. C. Major development must demonstrate that opportunities for on-site renewable energy generation have been maximised. D. Where it is robustly demonstrated in an energy strategy/assessment that the use of renewables has been maximised and the annual energy consumption of the building cannot be fully achieved on-site, the shortfall should be calculated to match the building's annual Energy Use Intensity in kWh. This shortfall should then be met in agreement with the Council, either: 1. through an equivalent off-site provision of renewable energy to meet the shortfall, provided that an alternative proposal is identified, and delivery is certain which will be secured through a legal agreement; or as a last resort 2. a cash in lieu contribution to the Council's carbon offset fund. Energy Supply (Heat Networks) E. Major developments must design in the ability to connect to future or proposed heat networks unless it can be demonstrated that an on-site alternative lower carbon system is more sustainable and energy efficient. F. Major development proposals should deliver low temperature communal distribution systems served by heat pumps. The heat source for a communal heating system should be selected in accordance with the London Plan heating hierarchy. G. Large-scale development schemes, such as those in Opportunity Areas, should develop energy masterplans in accordance with the London Plan to ensure the latest and most efficient technologies are used to deliver net zero carbon. Energy Monitoring and Reporting H. Major development must report actual operational energy use in accordance with the London Plan. Third-Party Standards I. Major non-residential development must demonstrate that it meets BREAAM "excellent" standard. Energy Strategies J. All applications for major development must be accompanied by an energy strategy/assessment demonstrating how the requirements of Policy GB4 will be met. As a minimum, energy strategies must meet the requirements of the London Plan. K. Major refurbishment schemes must meet the requirements of Policy criteria A – J. If it is not possible to do so, a detailed justification must be demonstrated in an energy strategy or planning statement. The voluntary standards referenced in Policy GB1: Sustainable Retrofitting Part A can also be used in these schemes.

Overheating

A. All developments must minimise overheating risk, reduce reliance on air conditioning in accordance with the London Plan cooling hierarchy. This must be demonstrated in an energy strategy/assessment.

Light Pollution

A. Development must not create an unacceptable impact from light glare and light spill on local residential amenity including neighbouring properties and communal gardens, biodiversity, highway and waterway users.

Flood Risk

A. Development must address and reduce flood risk and its impacts. B. Highly vulnerable development, including self-contained basement dwellings, in Flood Zone 3 and Critical Drainage Areas will not be permitted. C. Sleeping accommodation will not be permitted below ground floor level in Flood Zone 3. D. Site-specific Flood Risk Assessments are required for: 1. All development in Flood Zone 2 and 3 as defined in the Strategic Flood Risk Assessment. 2. All development sites greater than one hectare. 3. All basement development.

Trees

Protection of Trees A. The Council will resist the loss of trees of value, based on amenity, historic or ecological value. B. Exception to criterion A above will be where: 1. The tree is dead, dying or dangerous. 2. The tree is demonstrated as causing significant damage to adjacent structures. 3. Felling is for reasons of good arboricultural practice. C. Resist development which results in the damage or loss of trees of townscape or amenity value, or gives rise to the threat, immediate or long term, which affects the continued well-being of such trees. D. Trees must be adequately protected throughout the course of development, including identified Root Protection Areas. E. The Council will serve Tree Preservation Orders or attach planning conditions to protect trees of townscape or amenity value that are under threat from development, inappropriate pruning works or removal. Loss of Trees F. Require where practicable an appropriate replacement of a suitable size for any tree that is felled and that safeguarding measures are implemented to ensure that the tree has the best possible opportunity of reaching maturity. G. Where the loss of a tree is unavoidable the Council will require that any new tree compliments existing trees and assists in creating new, high quality green areas which deliver amenity and biodiversity benefits. H. New trees must be of a suitable species for the location and be compatible with the surrounding landscape and townscape, mitigate the effects of climate change and significant rainfall events.

Waste Management

A. The Council will ensure that waste is managed in accordance with circular economy principles and contributes towards London's recycling and net self-sufficiency targets by: Strategic Waste Management B. Meeting the borough's London Plan waste apportionment from spare capacity including that arising within LBHF and the Old Oak Park Royal Development Corporation. C. Safeguarding Cremorne Wharf, maximising its use for waste management and waterborne cargo freight handling purposes. Any proposals that come forward will need to contribute to meeting the borough's waste apportionment target, reflect the safeguarded wharf status and the Thames Tideway Development Consent Order. D. The permanent loss of Cremorne Wharf relating to Thames Tideway Tunnel maintenance will require compensatory waste management capacity in another appropriate location. This should in the first instance be within the borough, if this is not possible then within the Western Riverside Waste Authority area, and if this is not possible within London. E. Assessing proposals for waste management facilities against the criteria in London Plan Policy SI8, National Planning Policy for Waste and Local Plan Policies on air quality, odour and noise. Waste Management in New Development F. On-site waste management facilities will be sought as part of development at the Kensal Canalside and Earl's Court Opportunity Areas' to handle waste arising from the new uses on the sites (this could include facilities such as recycling facilities, anaerobic digestion and other innovative waste management facilities which are fully enclosed). G. Require that development proposals make use of the rail and the waterway network for the transportation of construction waste and other waste where suitable. Development proposals should also investigate how to maximise the use of sustainable modes of transport through the supply chain as part of the construction and demolition stages of the development. H. Require applicants for major developments to prepare and implement Circular Economy Statements as required by Policy GB2 and Site Waste Management Plans. I. All developments will be expected to recycle construction, demolition and excavation (CD&E) waste on-site wherever practicable. For all development, 95 per cent of construction and demolition waste should be reused, recycled or recovered and 95 per cent of excavation waste should be put to beneficial use. Disposal of CD&E waste in landfill should only take place where it has been demonstrated that alternative, more sustainable disposals are not feasible. This should be demonstrated through a Circular Economy Statement and/or a Site Waste Management Plan where appropriate. J. Commercial development including hot food takeaways, will impact on the amenity of an area. To ensure that there is no unacceptable impact from litter on the amenity of an area development proposals are required to: 1. To provide details of the measures that will be put in place to reduce the litter associated with a proposed development. 2. Provide one or more litter bins within the surrounding area, as appropriate to meet likely need. If necessary, provide a commitment to undertake litter picking and advisory signage in the vicinity of the development site. Waste and Recycling Storage K. All new development is required to provide innovative internal and external well designed, functional and accessible waste and recycling (including food) storage space which allows for ease of collection in all developments. Waste and recycling storage facilities must be integrated into the wider design of the development from the outset, be conveniently located for users and waste collection services, and provide opportunities to move waste up the waste hierarchy.

Contaminated Land

A. A preliminary risk assessment of contaminated land is required at the planning application stage for all major development and the following smaller scale sensitive development. 1. Conversions and refurbishments (excluding smaller occupier led refurbishments) that increase, maintain or reduce the number of units. 2. Basement developments. 3. Increase in or reduction of ground levels or extensions of garden, yard, or open space areas. 4. Extensions on or within 20m of a potentially significant source of ground gases or vapours. 5. Any development that may be impacted by land contamination or pose risks off-site. B. Where a satisfactory preliminary risk assessment identifies it is necessary, an intrusive site investigation and quantitative risk assessment are also required, in some cases at the planning application stage. C. Where the conclusions of a satisfactory intrusive site investigation and quantitative risk assessment identifies it is necessary, an options appraisal and remediation strategy will be required, in all cases to be followed by a verification report, at the planning application stage, or where agreed with the local authority, prior to ground works taking place. On full implementation of the remediation strategy, or a particular phase of remediation (as set out in the strategy), a verification report will need to be submitted and approved prior to ground works taking place or, where agreed with the local planning authority, at a point during or after the completion of development. D. The requirements of criteria A – C must be undertaken in line with best practice guidance and by a competent environmental specialist as defined in the Environment Agency Land Contamination Risk Management guidance, NPPF and PPG or any updates to the relevant guidance. E. Where possible the excavation and disposal of ground materials offsite and the importation of clean soils should be minimised using quantitative risk assessment and sustainable onsite remedial techniques. F. Development that proposes potentially contaminating or polluting activities or is located in close proximity to hazardous installations or uses, must incorporate mitigation of harmful effects to people and the environment, and where it is considered necessary, provide environmental monitoring. G. On Opportunity Area sites and other large sites within the borough, developers should work collaboratively to consider the feasibility of a whole site approach to land remediation where feasible. H. New development must not pose an unacceptable risk to water quality. Development which has the potential to adversely impact water quality, in the opinion of the Council or the Environment Agency, will be required to provide appropriate monitoring and mitigation to alleviate the risk. I. Source Protection Zones (SPZs) should be taken into account when considering the environmental impact of a development.

Noise and Vibration

A. Noise and vibration must not create unacceptable impact on local residential amenity including neighbouring properties in development. B. The Council will require a Noise and Vibration Impact Assessment to assess the impact of noise and vibration generating sources which affect amenity during the construction and operational phases of development. C. New noise and vibration sensitive developments are required to mitigate and protect occupiers against existing sources of noise and vibration in accordance with the Agent of Change Principle. D. Noise and vibration sensitive development must be located in the most appropriate location and, wherever located, must be protected against existing sources of noise and vibration, through careful design, layout and use of materials to ensure adequate insulation from sound and vibration. This must be achieved while also providing suitable ventilation and thermal comfort for future occupants. E. Developments which fail to meet adopted local noise and vibration standards will be resisted. F. Applications for noise and vibration generating development and plant (including air conditioning units, ground- and air-source heat pumps), that would have an unacceptable noise and vibration impact on surrounding amenity, will be resisted.

Odour

A. Odour generating development must address the adverse impact of odour through the incorporation of appropriate mitigation measures. B. Where significant sources of cooking odours are proposed, kitchen extract systems should terminate above the eaves height of the tallest part of the development to ensure the most effective dispersion of smells and fumes. C. New odour sensitive developments close to existing sources of odour are required to mitigate and protect occupiers against existing sources of odour in accordance with the Agent of Change Principle.

Lancaster West Estate and Notting Dale

A. The Council is co-designing with the community a vision for the Lancaster West Estate – and a separate exercise for the ward as a whole - to become an eco-neighbourhood that provides a model for the rest of the borough, London and the UK as a whole. B. The Council's ambition is for all of Notting Dale to be carbon neutral by 2040 with the Lancaster West Estate becoming a 21st Century model for social housing, that will also be carbon neutral by 2030. The Council also has ambitions for other estates and blocks in the ward including Silchester Estate, Henry Dickens Estate, Nottingwood House, Allom House, Barlow House, Bramley House, and other social housing in the ward to be carbon neutral by 2030. C. The Notting Dale Heat Network will deliver zero-carbon heating and hot water to Lancaster West Estate and other public buildings in Notting Dale by 2030. The expectation is that there will be an opportunity for other estates in the ward to join the network by 2030. D. Given the above, all physical improvements and planned developments in the area will be expected to meet or exceed the energy and environmental standards set out in Chapter 4 of the Local Plan.

Flood Risk

A. Development must address and reduce flood risk and its impacts. B. Highly vulnerable development, including self-contained basement dwellings, in Flood Zone 3 and Critical Drainage Areas will not be permitted. C. Sleeping accommodation will not be permitted below ground floor level in Flood Zone 3. D. Site-specific Flood Risk Assessments are required for: 1. All development in Flood Zone 2 and 3 as defined in the Strategic Flood Risk Assessment. 2. All development sites greater than one hectare. 3. All basement development. 4. Development in Critical Drainage Areas where there is a change to a more vulnerable use; an increase in the number of habitable units; or sleeping accommodation below ground level. E. Development must be directed to areas of lowest risk from all sources of flooding. 1. Sites allocated as part of this plan have already been subject to a Sequential Test. 2. A Sequential Test Assessment will be required for planning applications for other sites within Flood Zones 2 and 3, and for sites in Critical Drainage Areas unless exempt. 3. An Exception Test will also be required where this is applicable. F. Development at risk from flooding from any source must incorporate suitable flood risk measures to account for site conditions. These measures should: 1. Address all flood depths for the design storm event, including an appropriate allowance for climate change to ensure the development will remain safe during a flood event throughout its lifetime. 2. Assess the risk of flooding from a breach in the tidal flood defences. 3. Include an emergency plan to consider access, egress and emergency exit routes and ensure buildings remain safe for occupants in case of flooding. 4. Ensure that development at basement or lower ground floor level connected to the sewer network is protected from sewer flooding through the installation of a suitable pumped device. 5. Ensure that resilience and resistance to flooding are addressed. 6. Prioritise natural flood management and green infrastructure. G. The Council supports the retrofitting of flood resilience and flood resistance measures to properties that have experienced flooding or are at risk of flooding. H. Flood risk measures and flood risk assets must be protected and maintained to provide adequate protection and remain operational for the lifetime of development. I. New development adjacent to the River Thames and Chelsea Creek must be set back by 16m from the Thames flood defence, including tie rods and support structures, to enable the sustainable and cost-effective upgrade of flood defences in line with the requirements of the Thames Estuary 2100 Plan.

Sustainable Drainage

A. Development must contribute towards a reduction in the rate and volume of surface water run-off into the combined sewer network through measures that promote multifunctional benefits. B. Development proposals must aim to achieve greenfield run-off rates. Householder applications must reduce the rate of runoff from the site in a way that is proportionate to the scale of development and reflects the site constraints. C. Only where it can be clearly demonstrated that the on-site reduction in surface water runoff to greenfield rates is not feasible or appropriate, such as where there is limited capacity for SuDS with multifunctional benefits, may financial contributions be provided by the developer towards the delivery of SuDS in the locality. D. Surface water run-off must be managed as close to its source as possible (following the London Plan SuDS hierarchy), through: 1. Storing rainwater for later use (such as rainwater harvesting for irrigation or domestic water butts). 2. An increase of permeable or porous surfaces and green infrastructure, including trees and urban hedgerows, to enhance natural drainage. 3. The implementation of green/blue roofs on all flat roofs including extensions. 4. Including at least one SuDS element that provides other environmental benefits. 5. Prioritising sustainable, natural green SuDS, over engineered options (underground attenuation tanks or oversized pipes). 6. Supporting water efficiency measures, the reuse of greywater and water harvesting measures to reduce water demand and sewerage flows. E. SuDS proposals must be adequately designed, built and maintained for the lifetime of the development. F. Impermeable surfaces in gardens and landscaped areas will not be permitted as part of a development. G. The Council supports the retrofitting of SuDS in any development (even if the proposed development will not have drainage implications).

Green and Blue Infrastructure

A. Development will be required to contribute to the greening of the borough, enhance habitat to increase biodiversity, and protect/enhance any nearby waterways. Green Infrastructure B. Development proposals are required to maximise opportunities to incorporate green infrastructure with arrangements in place for its long-term maintenance. C. Major residential development is required to achieve an Urban Greening Factor score of 0.4. D. Major non-residential development is required to achieve an Urban Greening Factor score of 0.3. E. Green infrastructure and landscaping must be designed to: 1. Be fit for purpose and function. 2. Be of a high quality and compatible with the surrounding landscape, and townscape character. 3. Integrate with the drainage network to mitigate the effects of climate change and significant rainfall events. 4. Be clearly defined as public or private space. 5. Optimise the benefit to wildlife habitat including biodiversity net gain. 6. Prioritise tree planting. Biodiversity F. Development proposals must protect the biodiversity in, and adjacent to, the borough's Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINCs). G. Development proposals will be required to create opportunities to extend or link Green Corridors and the Blue-Ribbon Network. H. A site-specific Ecological Impact Assessment is required to be undertaken and submitted for all major development. I. Relevant development, including major development, must achieve a minimum on-site biodiversity net-gain of 10 per cent. J. Where it has been robustly demonstrated that a minimum of 10 percent biodiversity is not achievable on a site, adequate mitigation should be provided on an alternative site or as a last resort compensate using the biodiversity credit system. K. A Biodiversity Net Gain Strategy is required for development adjacent to the River Thames. Blue Infrastructure L. Development proposals adjacent to the Blue Ribbon Network (River Thames, Chelsea Creek and the Grand Union Canal) must safeguard and take opportunities to improve public access, protect and enhance heritage and biodiversity value, as well as promote their use for education, tourism, leisure and recreation, health, well-being and transport for both passengers and freight. M. New moorings on the River Thames and Chelsea Creek will only be considered in exceptional circumstances where applicants can demonstrate that there will be: 1. No detrimental effect on the river as a transport route. 2. No detrimental impact in the River Thames foreshore – an important and often protected habitat. 3. No adverse affect on the character or appearance of existing residential moorings. 4. Safe access and egress from the mooring can be maintained at all times without impacting on, or preventing, future raising of the flood defences. N. New residential moorings on the Grand Union Canal will be permitted provided that: 1. There are adequate services for permanently moored vessels; and, 2. Other canal users (both water and land based) are not adversely affected.

Parks, Gardens and Open Spaces

A. The Council will protect, enhance and make the most of existing parks, gardens and open spaces, and require new high quality outdoor spaces to be provided. Existing parks, gardens and open spaces B. The following open spaces are protected, and any loss will be resisted: 1. Metropolitan Open Land; 2. Public open space; 3. Registered Historic Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest; 4. Private communal open space; 5. Local Green Spaces where these are designated in a neighbourhood plan or other development plan document. C. Development must not have an adverse effect on the environmental and open character, appearance and function of protected open spaces listed under criterion B, garden squares and communal gardens. Provision of new parks, gardens and open spaces D. Major development proposals will be required to provide new public open space on-site. Where it can be robustly demonstrated that on-site provision is not feasible or appropriate, a financial contribution will be required to enhance existing public open space or provision of new public open space. E. Proposals for new public open space will need to be designed in line with the requirements of Policy GB14 and provide a range of outdoor activities for users of all ages. F. Development in Opportunity Areas will be required to provide on-site public open space in line with Policies SA1 and SA2. G. Major developments that include residential floorspace will be required to provide on-site external play space in accordance with London Plan Policy S4, including for under-fives. H. The provision of new public open space is supported, in particular: 1. A new open space at Chelsea Embankment as part of the Thames Tideway Tunnel project. 2. A meanwhile open space at Cremorne Wharf until such a time as it is brought back into wharf use for waste management or waterborne freight handling purposes.

Air Quality

A. All development is required to meet the air quality neutral benchmarks in accordance with the London Plan. B. The following developments are required to undertake and submit an Air Quality Assessment: 1. All major development. 2. All development introducing new population or receptors in Air Quality Focus Areas (AQFAs). 3. Development that introduces sensitive receptors into the location. 4. Developments that include potentially polluting sources, uses or combustion-based technologies. 5. Development that is located within close proximity to known pollution sources and introduces new population or sensitive receptors. 6. Development which involves significant demolition (total volume of building to be demolished 20,000m3 or more) or construction. C. Major developments located in AQFAs, masterplans, development briefs and large-scale development proposals (that are subject to Environmental Impact Assessments) are required to deliver an "Air Quality Positive" approach. D. Applicants will be required to install non-combustion energy technology where available. Where this technology is not available combustion plant must be ultra-low NOx emitting. E. Emissions of particles and NOx must be minimised and controlled during demolition and construction activities. Dust Risk Assessments (DRA's) must be produced to identify potential impacts and corresponding mitigation measures, including on site monitoring, if required by the Council. All impacts must be addressed within any submitted Air Quality Assessment. F. All major development and minor development that involves potentially "dusty works", such as basement excavation, soil removal or import, are required to produce a Dust Risk Assessment to identify potential impacts and appropriate corresponding mitigation measures to protect local sensitive receptors from the impact of dust. G. Measures to improve air quality should be implemented on-site, however, where it can be demonstrated that on-site provision is impractical or inappropriate, off-site measures to improve local air quality may be acceptable, provided that equivalent air quality benefits can be demonstrated. H. Air intake points should be located away from existing and potential pollution sources. Whilst fossil fuel systems are not supported, where they are utilised for back up emergency systems, all combustion flues should terminate at least 1 m above the roof height of the tallest part of the development and ensure maximum dispersion of pollutants by having a sufficient efflux velocity.

Heritage Assets

A. Applications for development which affect a designated heritage asset should be based on an informed understanding of the significance of the heritage asset, including any contribution made by its setting, which is sufficient to understand the potential impact of the development on that significance. B. When determining applications affecting designated heritage assets, great weight will be given to the asset's conservation, and the more important the asset, the greater the weight will be. C. Applications which make changes to designated heritage assets will be permitted if they preserve or enhance the significance of the asset. D. Any harm to, or loss of, the significance of a designated heritage asset, including to its setting, will require clear and convincing justification. Substantial harm to or loss of designated heritage assets should be exceptional, or, for the assets of the highest significance, wholly exceptional. Justifications for substantial harm will be measured against the relevant tests set out in the National Planning Policy Framework. Where less than substantial harm would result, that harm will be weighed against the public benefits of the proposal including, where appropriate, securing its optimum viable use. E. Where development is proposed in the setting of a designated heritage asset: 1. The Council will look for opportunities to enhance or better reveal the significance of the designated heritage asset. 2. Where the setting of the designated heritage asset makes a positive contribution to its significance, development which affects that setting will be permitted if it preserves or enhances the significance of the designated heritage asset. 3. Where the setting is neutral or harmful to the significance of the designated heritage asset, development proposals will be expected to make the effect no worse while opportunities should be taken better to reveal that significance. F. Applications for development which directly or indirectly affect a non-designated heritage asset will be determined by taking into account its significance and the scale of any harm or loss caused.

Heritage Assets – Conservation Areas

A. Require development to preserve or enhance the character or appearance and significance of the conservation area and thereby protect the special architectural or historic interest of the area. B. Development in conservation areas should take opportunities to enhance the character and appearance of its setting. C. Support the change of use of any building unless the current use contributes to the character of the surrounding conservation area and to its sense of place, and the new use does not make an equally positive contribution. Where change from a positive use is proposed, it should be demonstrated that there is no demand for this use, and it is no longer viable. D. Permit demolition in conservation areas provided it can be demonstrated that: 1. In the case of substantial harm or loss to the significance of the conservation area it is necessary to achieve substantial public benefits that outweigh that harm or loss. 2. In the case of less than substantial harm to the significance of the conservation area, that the public benefits outweigh that harm. 3. The building or part of the building or structure makes no positive contribution to the character or appearance of the area. E. Require full planning applications in conservation areas.

Heritage Assets – Listed Buildings

A. Require development to preserve the special architectural or historic interest and significance of listed buildings. B. Require any works for alterations or extensions related to listed buildings to preserve the significance of the building, or its setting or any features of special architectural or historic interest it possesses. C. Resist the total or substantial demolition of listed buildings and resist the alteration of listed buildings which involves the removal or modification of features of architectural importance, both internal and external, and has an adverse impact on historic fabric, unless a clear and convincing justification can be made for doing so. D. Require the preservation of historic fabric, original architectural features and later features of interest both internal and external. In delivering this take opportunities to: 1. Reinstate internal and external features of special architectural or historic significance, commensurate with the extent of proposed development. 2. Take opportunities to remove internal and external features that harm the architectural or historic significance of the asset, commensurate with the extent of proposed development. E. Support the change of use of a listed building unless it would materially harm its character. F. Require clear and convincing justification for any harm to, or loss of, the significance of a listed building. Substantial harm to or loss of Grade II listed buildings should be exceptional, or, for those of Grade II* or I, wholly exceptional. Justifications for substantial harm will be measured against the tests set out in the National Planning Policy Framework. Less than substantial harm will be measured against the public benefits of the proposal including, where appropriate, securing its optimum viable use. G. Take opportunities to secure the repair of listed buildings which have been identified as being at risk.

Scheduled Monuments and Archaeology

A. The Council will require development in or in the setting of Scheduled Monuments to protect their national importance and significance. B. The Council will support applications for development within Archaeological Priority Areas, and for major development outside Archaeological Priority Areas subject to proportionate provision for the assessment, evaluation, and protection of archaeology on the site, including field evaluation where appropriate consistent with the significance of the archaeological asset. Permission will be granted where the archaeological potential of the site is appropriately addressed. C. Where appropriate, opportunities should be taken to better reveal or interpret archaeological remains and discoveries for the local community.

Registered Parks and Gardens of special historic interest

A. Development in or in the setting of Registered Parks and Gardens should preserve their significance. B. To ensure criterion A is delivered such development should take opportunities where appropriate and evidenced, consistent with the significance of the designated heritage asset to: 1. Reinstate landscape or built features which contribute positively to the historic interest of the park or garden. 2. Remove landscape or built features that harm the historic interest of the asset. 3. Where extensions are proposed to properties backing on to registered communal gardens, they must preserve the significance of views into, from, and across the garden, including any impacts from artificial lighting. C. Developments within a Registered Park or Garden of Special Historic Interest should sustain and enhance the significance of the heritage asset.

South Kensington Strategic Cultural Area

A. The Council will protect and enhance arts and cultural uses in the South Kensington Strategic Cultural Area.

Small Sites

A. The Council takes a positive approach to the delivery of new homes by supporting delivery on small sites as follows: 1. Optimising small sites using a design led approach in the borough to help meet and exceed our overall housing target including the small sites component as set out in the London Plan. 2. Well-designed upward extensions creating new homes that respond sensitively to the surrounding context. 3. Well-designed homes on small infill sites which do not harm identified local views and gaps. 4. Self-build and custom build homes including the provision of serviced plots subject to availability and community-led housing.

Community Housing

A. The Council will seek to maximise the provision of community housing in the borough and require community housing from development (including extensions) creating new residential floorspace of 650 sq m gross residential floorspace (GIA) or more. B. Where the floorspace threshold in criterion A has been met or exceeded, community housing requirements will apply collectively to all GIA on-site. C. Community housing will be required to be delivered through the threshold approach as set out in the London Plan including using the Fast Track Route where community housing at the level set out in criterion D is provided. D. Developments should provide at least 35 per cent community housing by habitable rooms or habitable floorspace on-site on private land and at least 50 per cent by habitable rooms or habitable floorspace, on-site on public land where there is no portfolio agreement with the Mayor. The application of the habitable rooms or habitable floorspace metric will be based on whichever is the most appropriate for the housing needs of the area. E. To benefit from the Fast Track Route of the London Plan threshold approach, as set out in criterion D above, all other policy requirements for community housing must also be met. F. All exceptions to criterion D will be required to follow a viability tested route as set out in the London Plan to demonstrate the maximum viable level of community housing through an open book financial viability assessment. G. An open book financial viability assessment will always be required for redevelopment involving any existing affordable homes, off-site provision of community homes or payment in lieu of community housing. H. Community housing must be provided on-site unless exceptional circumstances justified by robust evidence supports the provision off-site within the borough or by providing a payment in lieu to be used for the provision of new community housing within the borough. I. Where "off site" community housing is proposed the application must be concurrently made with the main planning application. The two applications must be linked through a s106 agreement or unilateral undertaking. J. To calculate payment in lieu of community housing, two financial viability assessments comparing the residual land value must be undertaken. First reflecting the maximum viable level of community housing provision on-site and the second assuming 100 per cent market housing. The difference between the two financial viability assessments should be the payment. K. Community housing must be provided as 70 per cent social rent. L. The remaining 30 per cent community housing must be provided as intermediate with the preferred product being London Living Rent at the lowest ward level in the borough. Other intermediate products including home ownership products can be provided as long as they cater to a variety of income levels well below the maximum household income caps. M. In North Kensington, where with a 30 per cent discount from market value of homes the price cap for First Homes is not exceeded, the 30 per cent intermediate provision of community housing should be 25 per cent First Homes and 5 per cent London Living Rent. N. Community housing and market housing should be integrated in any development and have the same external appearance. O. Community and market housing should have equivalent amenity in relation to factors including views, siting, daylight, noise and proximity to open space, play space, community facilities and shops. P. Schemes that include 100 or more community homes must carry out a community space audit and include

Housing Size and Standards

A. New residential developments must include a mix of types and sizes of homes to reflect the varying local needs of the borough, taking into account the characteristics of the site, and current evidence in relation to housing need. B. All new homes must be designed to be accessible. To ensure this: 1. 90 per cent of new homes within a discrete development must meet Building Regulations requirement to be M4(2) "accessible and adaptable dwellings". 2. A minimum of 10 per cent of new homes must meet Building Regulations requirement M4(3) "wheelchair user dwellings". C. All new homes must meet the minimum space standards as set out in the Nationally Described Space Standards.

Specialist Housing

Housing for Older People A. Support the provision of older people's housing including new extra care, sheltered housing and care homes to meet identified local needs. B. Protect existing older people's housing unless the loss is to improve substandard accommodation or increase the existing provision on the site. C. Extra care, sheltered housing and any other specialist form of older people's housing development must provide on-site community (affordable) housing as per the requirements set out in Policy HO3. The only exception to this requirement is for care homes. D. The community housing will be required for occupation by older people in the same form as the specialist housing scheme i.e. community extra care or community sheltered housing. E. Older people's accommodation should be of the highest design quality including accessibility, dementia friendly, quality of care to be provided and adequate storage for mobility scooters. Supported Housing F. Resist the loss of supported housing which meets identified community needs. G. Support the provision of new residential hostels and resist the loss of residential hostels except where the site will be used for another form of affordable housing.

Other Housing Products

Build to Rent A. Build to Rent schemes must meet all of the following criteria: 1. Make a positive contribution to the variety and mix of housing products in a scheme with predominantly market and community homes. 2. Deliver on-site homes at social rents and London Living Rents as per Policy HO3.

Kensal Canalside Opportunity Area

A. Kensal Canalside Opportunity Area will have been transformed from a former gasworks and railway depot into a thriving, well-connected mixed and inclusive community. B. Prioritising affordable housing, infrastructure delivery and the provision of community facilities, the Council supports a high-density, environmentally sustainable, and well-connected development that can be delivered through high-quality architecture that takes cues from the borough's urban form, heritage assets and existing typologies and townscape, public realm and open space, whilst appropriately managing and mitigating the effects of climate change, pollution, water and waste.

Earl's Court Opportunity Area

A. The Opportunity Area will become a lively new urban quarter of cultural, employment and residential uses that is innovative, sustainable and integrated with the surrounding neighbourhood. B. A facility where culture of world-class quality and reputation will restore a distinctive identity to the area and attract a variety of uses to make Earl's Court a vibrant destination, which will in turn enhance the wider neighbourhood including the Earl's Court Road District Centre. C. A high quality public realm network made of streets and open spaces, including a public park, will serve the needs of the local community and be green and inclusive, offering continuity from the surrounding townscape and new connections and routes within the site and through to key destinations beyond.

Delivery and protection of homes

Delivery of New Homes A. Meet and exceed the London Plan target, which is currently 4,480 new homes over 10 years in the borough by: 1. Delivering 1,250 homes in the first five years of the Local Plan (2024/25 to 2028/29) with an annual target of 250 homes. 2. Delivering 3,230 homes in years six to ten of the Local Plan (2029/30 to 2033/34). 3. Delivering 4,480 homes in years eleven to twenty of the Local Plan (2034/35 to 2043/44). 4. Supporting the delivery of homes on site allocations. 5. Optimising the homes delivered on all sites using a design led approach and benchmarking against the nationally described housing standards. 6. Using a design led approach on small sites. 7. Resist very large homes by benchmarking floorspace against nationally described housing standards. 8. The Council takes a positive approach to the delivery of new homes by supporting delivery on suitable sites. Protect existing residential accommodation B. Protect existing market residential homes and floorspace across the borough including by not allowing the amalgamation of existing self-contained (Class C3) homes. Also see Policy HO3 Q. Protect existing affordable homes. C. Market residential homes and floorspace may be allowed to change to other uses: 1. In higher order town centres, where the loss is to a town centre use; 2. In employment zones, where the loss is to a business use, or other use which supports the character and function of the zone; 3. Where the proposal is for a very small office; or 4. Where the proposal is for a new social and community use which predominantly serves, or which provides significant benefits, to borough residents; or an arts and cultural use. D. HMOs are protected unless in exceptional circumstances the loss of the HMO or HMO rooms is because: 1. An HMO is being upgraded and some rooms are lost to enable safe and good quality HMO accommodation that meet the Council's standards for HMOs. 2. The existing HMO building layout does not lend itself to be upgraded to meet the Council's standards for HMOs.

Community Housing

K. Community housing must be provided as 70 per cent social rent. L. The remaining 30 per cent community housing must be provided as intermediate with the preferred product being London Living Rent at the lowest ward level in the borough. Other intermediate products including home ownership products can be provided as long as they cater to a variety of income levels well below the maximum household income caps. M. In North Kensington, where with a 30 per cent discount from market value of homes the price cap for First Homes is not exceeded, the 30 per cent intermediate provision of community housing should be 25 per cent First Homes and 5 per cent London Living Rent. N. Community housing and market housing should be integrated in any development and have the same external appearance. O. Community and market housing should have equivalent amenity in relation to factors including views, siting, daylight, noise and proximity to open space, play space, community facilities and shops. P. Schemes that include 100 or more community homes must carry out a community space audit and include community space within the development proposal where there is a demonstrable need. Q. Resist the net loss of affordable housing floorspace and homes throughout the borough including by not allowing the amalgamation of existing self-contained (Class C3) homes. R. Where it is accepted that affordable housing is to be re-provided, it must be provided on a like for like basis i.e. social rent with social rent and intermediate with intermediate. S. All schemes involving demolition and replacement of affordable housing will be required to follow the viability tested route and should seek to provide an uplift in affordable housing in addition to the replacement of affordable housing floorspace in accordance with the London Plan.

Other Housing Products

Build to Rent A. Build to Rent schemes must meet all of the following criteria: 1. Make a positive contribution to the variety and mix of housing products in a scheme with predominantly market and community homes. 2. Deliver on-site homes at social rents and London Living Rents as per Policy HO3. Co-living B. Co-living schemes must meet the following criteria: 1. Make a positive contribution to the variety and mix of homes in a neighbourhood. 2. Where part of a large scheme, form only a small proportion of the overall mix of homes on a site. 3. Deliver 35 per cent self-contained on-site community housing. Student Housing C. Protect existing student accommodation unless it is robustly demonstrated that the student accommodation is surplus to requirement or cannot be upgraded to meet contemporary standards and that the conversion is to another type of low-cost shared housing or is to facilitate the provision of high-quality student accommodation. D. New purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) must meet the following criteria: 1. Make a positive contribution to the variety and mix of homes in a neighbourhood. 2. Will not be a dominant element of a larger development. 3. Have an undertaking with a specified higher education provider(s) that specifies that the accommodation will be occupied by students of that higher education provider(s). 4. Maximum viable level of accommodation will be secured as affordable student accommodation as defined in the London Plan H15. Policy HO3 will be applied to such developments to secure the affordable element.

Estate Renewal

A. For estate renewal proposals, retaining existing buildings and improving them in-line with Circular Economy principles must be considered first before proposals for any redevelopment. B. The redevelopment of social rented housing estates will only be allowed as an exception. Where this is proposed, a compelling case must be demonstrated that the long-term benefits to tenants outweigh the considerable uncertainty and disruption such projects will cause. C. The maximum deliverable amount of affordable housing must be provided bearing in mind the criteria in E. and F. below. Such schemes must always submit a financial viability assessment. D. Estate renewal schemes must be co-designed with the community. E. There must be no net loss of existing social rented provision or other community housing tenures in terms of units and floorspace. Existing tenures of homes must be replaced with like for like tenure i.e. social rent with social rent. F. Estate renewal schemes must provide a net increase in community housing provision both in terms of floorspace and units on-site. G. A guarantee must be provided that all existing tenants have an opportunity of a home that meets their needs, with those wishing to stay in the renewed estate being able to do so. H. The mix of house sizes for the re-provided social rented housing will be determined by the housing needs of the tenants of the estate and by the housing needs of the borough, at the time that an application is submitted. I. Estate renewal schemes must provide a high-quality environment with provision of public/communal open space to rest, interact and play.

Gypsies and Traveller Accommodation

A. The Council will work closely with LBHF, the Mayor of London and TfL to protect, improve and, where necessary and if possible, increase the capacity of the existing Travellers' site at Stable Way. Additional sites for temporary or permanent use and any applications at Stable Way, to meet the identified needs in the latest London Plan, should meet National Planning Policy for Traveller Sites and the following criteria. 1. The site can provide for a satisfactory arrangement of pitches, permanent buildings and open space; 2. Appropriate essential services including water and waste disposal can be provided; 3. Use of the site would be acceptable in terms of amenity, safety and local environment for future and / or current Gypsy and Traveller occupiers; 4. The site is not located in an area at high risk of flooding, including functional floodplains.

Kensal Canalside Opportunity Area

A. Through a design-led approach the site will deliver a high-quality, optimised, mixed-use development to include: B. Around 3,500 or more new homes (C3). C. Around 12,000 sq m or more of non-residential floorspace (in addition to the relocated supermarket), including workspace, community, and local shopping facilities commensurate with the site's Neighbourhood Centre designation of which 5,000 sq m is E(g) office, research and development or light industrial, as part of a new Neighbourhood Centre. D. The provision of affordable workspace at 10 per cent of the commercial floor space E(g). This affordable workspace must be provided at a capped rate of 50 per cent less than the prevailing market rate for a period of 20 years. E. The relocation and re-provision of the existing supermarket. F. On-site renewable energy sources. G. The provision of public open space of a scale commensurate to the needs of the development. H. A high-density development with a high environmental standard in terms of construction, building materials, waste management and energy usage/retention and low levels of car dependency and ownership. I. Tall buildings and the site-wide building heights strategy must not exceed the parameters set out in Figure 3.1. Where tall buildings are deemed appropriate, they must not exceed 98 m from ground level to the top of the building or approximately 31 storeys (Figure 3.1 – Area C) and 48 m from the ground level to the top of the building or approximately 16 storeys (Figure 3.1 - Area B). J. Development to comply with the following townscape principles: 1. Development along the canalside should be smaller scale, finer grain and varied but continuous, with varying heights creating a continuous horizontal lower rise frontage, with a finer grain and variation of the skyline when seen close-up from Kensal Green Cemetery; 2. In direct line with the main Kensal Green Cemetery entrance through the gate, the development should create a sense of openness and sky view directly opposite the gate; 3. Greater height in the development should be located further away from the cemetery towards the railway as shown in Figure 3.1; 4. The development should respond to the coherent range of heights on Ladbroke Grove and avoid overly stark enclosure of the street; 5. Tall buildings in the development should address the site's entrance and create distinctiveness; 6. The development should allow for setbacks for tree planting along the canal as part of a comprehensive landscaping plan; 7. Heights of taller buildings should vary, and the maximum height within the site is limited to distinct points of height; 8. In views from the east, tall buildings should be clustered along the railway and staggered to allow sky views in between. K. New or improved infrastructure, including a new pedestrian and cycle bridge over the railway, a new pedestrian and cycle bridge over the canal, remodelling of the Ladbroke Grove junction, and new streets that connect the allocation area into its surrounding context and other public transport links. L. The long-term safeguarding of an Elizabeth Line Station. M. Where a short-term or "meanwhile" use is proposed this should make a positive contribution to and be integrated within the wider development. N. Kensal Canalside Opportunity Area is nil rated for Borough Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) so the required social, environmental, transport and other infrastructure will be funded through s106 agreements including, where appropriate, allocation-wide framework agreements, which can help ensure that s106 contributions towards infrastructure are apportioned fairly and proportionally across the allocation area, make provision for physical infrastructure delivery and maintenance in lieu of financial contributions, and provide a consistency of approach across the allocation area, regardless of when development comes forward. O. Attractive, usable and flexible public realm providing an appropriate setting for mixed-use canalside development which features leisure, education and business uses as well as housing. P. The improvement and relocation within the Opportunity Area of facilities currently provided by Canalside House and the Boathouse Centre if required to achieve comprehensive redevelopment along the canalside and Ladbroke Grove. Any new location should be in an equally accessible location within the wider development. Q. The retention of the area west of the gas holders for the provision of electricity infrastructure. Part of this site may also be required for a gas pressure reduction station, replacing the gas holders. Any buildings must be of a high architectural standard and in keeping with the overall redevelopment of the site. R. The ongoing access to, and respect for, the memorial site of the victims of the Ladbroke Grove rail disaster. S. A suitable setting for the relevant designated heritage assets and opportunities taken to secure the repair or recovery of designated heritage assets which have been identified as at risk. T. A public art strategy to enhance the public realm and quality of the development and contribute to local distinctiveness and character. U. Delivery on site, or financial contributions towards social and community facilities (including health and education) to address increases in demand resulting from the anticipated population change. V. The provision of on-site affordable housing consistent with Policy HO3 and the vision for the area in PLV1. W. Construction and long-term maintenance of (a) a new pedestrian and cycle bridge across the railway line and (b) a new pedestrian and cycle bridge over the canal, which improves north-south access, in the case of the new bridge across the railway line, promote active travel, provide necessary connections to surrounding infrastructure and facilitate the effective integration of the allocation site into the wider area – including rental obligations to safeguard and/or transfer land required to construct and maintain

Newcombe House

A. The site will deliver a high-quality residential led or office led mixed-use development. B. Refurbish or re-provide a minimum of 20 social rent homes and floorspace on-site with a requirement to provide additional community homes as per Policy HO3. C. High-quality residential and/or office employment space, including large, flexible office floor plates that will meet diverse local occupier requirements. D. Retail and leisure uses, at ground level bringing active frontages to the ground floor. E. A new medical centre / GP surgery of a minimum 650 sq m GIA. F. A new accessible, permeable and inclusive public square with level access through the site. G. A dedicated space for a Farmer's Market to return and operate. H. A high quality vibrant new public realm. I. No building on the site to exceed 72 m from ground level to the top of the building. J. Where the development is in the setting of a designated heritage asset, following the requirements of Part E of Policy CD3, the significance of the designated heritage asset should be preserved or opportunities taken better to reveal that significance. K. The delivery of step-free access from street level to the southbound platform of the Circle and District Line of Notting Hill Gate Underground Station through new lifts and walkways partially within the site. L. Development will be liable to making planning contributions in accordance with the CIL Regulations and other relevant Local Plan policies and SPDs.

The Plaza, 535 King's Road

A. The site will deliver a high-quality mixed-use development. B. Office or business floorspace at a quantum equal to or above the existing gross floorspace. C. A minimum of 28 (Class C3) residential units. D. Provision of active retail frontages facing Lots Road and/ King's Road should be explored. E. Where the development is in the setting of a designated heritage asset, following the requirements of Part E of Policy CD3, the significance of the designated heritage asset should be preserved or opportunities taken better to reveal that significance. F. Development will be liable to making planning contributions in accordance with the CIL Regulations and other relevant Local Plan policies and SPDs.

Harrington Road Car Park

A. The site will deliver a high-quality residential-led mixed-use development. B. A minimum of 50 (Class C3) residential units. C. Class E commercial frontage to Harrington Road at ground floor level. D. Active street frontages to Harrington Road. E. Where the development is in the setting of a designated heritage asset, following the requirements of Part E of Policy CD3, the significance of the designated heritage asset should be preserved or opportunities taken better to reveal that significance. F. An appropriate setting for the adjacent listed St Augustine's Church. G. Development that positively contributes to the character and appearance of the Queen's Gate Conservation area. H. Development of a scale and density that is appropriate to its surroundings.

Emmanuel Kaye Building

A. The site will deliver a high-quality mixed-use development. B. Commercial (Use class E(g)); and/or health and medical services (Class E(e); and/or (Class C3) residential units. C. As a minimum retain existing medical research facility use class and floorspace. D. Active frontage on King's Road and Manresa Road. E. Where the development is in the setting of a designated heritage asset, following the requirements of Part E of Policy CD3, the significance of the designated heritage asset should be preserved or opportunities taken better to reveal that significance.

142A Highlever Road

A. A minimum of 6 (Class C3) residential units.

Colebrook Court

A. A minimum of 20 net (Class C3) residential units. B. Class E (retail) on the ground floor. C. Where the development is in the setting of a designated heritage asset, following the requirements of Part E of Policy CD3, the significance of the designated heritage asset should be preserved or opportunities taken better to reveal that significance.

Holland Road Triangle

A. A minimum of 30 (Class C3) residential units. B. Where the development is in the setting of a designated heritage asset, following the requirements of Part E of Policy CD3, the significance of the designated heritage asset should be preserved, or opportunities taken better to reveal that significance

Earl's Court Exhibition Centre

A. Through a design-led approach, the site will deliver an optimised residential-led mixed-use development, providing: B. Around 1,050 or more (C3) new homes within the borough. C. Around 40,000 sq m or more of non-residential floorspace, of which a minimum 20,000 sq m should be Class E(g) office, research and development or light industrial. D. 10 per cent of the E(g) business floorspace on the site to be affordable workspace. This affordable workspace must be provided at a capped rate of 50 per cent less than the prevailing market rate for comparable premises in perpetuity. E. The provision of a facility or facilities of a commensurate scale and quality to enable the creation and delivery of cultural activity of international quality. F. Retail and other uses within Class E as part of a new Neighbourhood Centre, sufficient to serve the day-to-day needs of the new development and supplement existing facilities in the immediate area without harming the vitality and viability of other centres. G. Other non-residential uses required to deliver a sustainable and balanced mixed-use development. H. Social and community uses to meet the needs of new residents and to improve health, social and cultural well-being for all sections of the community. I. A series of interlinked public green spaces to provide a place for people to rest, interact and play along with providing opportunities for potential Sustainable Drainage System (SuDS) and biodiversity benefits. J. A new public park measuring around 2 ha to accord with the London Plan size guideline for Local Parks and Open Spaces to provide a focal point for the development to meet the needs of those who will visit, work and live in the new development. K. An on-site early-years education facility. L. Development to evolve within a cohesive design framework which is integral to the development of the wider area including the western site outside of the borough. M. A landscape-led layout with key public realm spaces as structuring elements, prioritising new public green spaces. N. The principal cultural facility and its associated activities define the character of the place. O. A new urban quarter which integrates well with its surroundings, enhancing the environment at the thresholds where the site links with the existing urban fabric. P. Tall buildings are only appropriate in Areas A, B and C as set out in Figure 3.2, with the appropriate height parameters for tall buildings being: 1. Area A: up to 41 m AOD 2. Area B: up to 41 m AOD to 64 m AOD 3. Area C: up to 72 m AOD Q. Development to comply with the following townscape principles: 1. Building heights in the areas not appropriate for tall buildings as set out in Figure 3.2 must not exceed the parameters set out in Figure 3.2. 2. Building heights in Area B as set out in Figure 3.2 must include a range of building heights informed by the townscape context with the maximum heights between 41 m AOD and 64 m AOD. 3. The development should not compete or coalesce with the Brompton Cemetery cupola seen in views northwards from the Great Circle; the cupola should remain the prominent vertical high point within the view along the axis of the cemetery. 4. In views from Earl's Court Square, the development should not over-dominate above the terrace on Warwick Road and should build up middle ground between Warwick Road terrace and Empress State Building. 5. In views south from Holland House, tall buildings should not dominate and fragment the skyline. 6. Where the development is in the setting of a designated heritage asset, following the requirements of Part E of Policy CD3, the significance of the designated heritage asset should be preserved or opportunities taken better to reveal that significance. 7. Development should not have an adverse impact on the existing townscape including buildings or vistas of significance within LBHF. R. A street network that mitigates the severance created by the transport infrastructure on site and creates convenient routes and connections between key destinations within the site and wider Opportunity Area and beyond. The street network will create an attractive public realm characterised by tree-lined spaces and urban greening that makes walking and cycling appealing. S. A public art strategy to enhance the public realm and quality of the development and contribute to local distinctiveness and character. T. A comprehensive approach to mitigating the impact of the development upon the environment that makes this site an exemplar of sustainability in London and that is applicable throughout the whole life-cycle of the development, achieving net zero carbon in line with Policy GB4. Residential and office development will be car free (except blue badge) and all other parking will be minimised. U. The provision of on-site affordable housing consistent with Policy HO3. V. A site-specific Flood Risk Assessment considering all sources of potential flooding will be required to support any planning application for the site.

100/100A West Cromwell Road

A. The site will deliver a high-quality mixed-use development to include residential, commercial and leisure floorspace. B. A minimum of 450 gross residential units (C3). C. Provision of commercial (office, retail, restaurant, food and drink) floorspace. D. A public leisure facility (community sports hall and public swimming pool). E. Provision of open amenity space. F. Landscape improvements to the West Cromwell Road in connection to the site. G. Streetscape improvements to Warwick Road in connection to the site. H. No building on the site should exceed a building height of 116 m AOD. I. Pedestrian and cycle improvements. J. A contribution to enhancement of the Earl's Court one way system in line with the Healthy Streets Approach, including safety measures, greening, increased space for active travel and buses, and lower speed limits. K. Safety improvement and crossing facilities at Warwick Road/ West Cromwell Road junction. L. Development will be liable to making planning contributions in accordance with the CIL Regulations and other relevant Local Plan policies and SPDs.

Former Territorial Army Site, 245 Warwick Road

A. A minimum of 255 residential (C3) units. B. Class E providing active frontage along Warwick Road. C. Public open space, including outdoor play space. D. Active frontage to Warwick Road. E. Continuation of the linear open space running through all the sites on Warwick Road. F. No building on the site should exceed a building height of 41 m from ground level to the top of the building. G. Development will be liable to make planning contributions in accordance with the CIL Regulations and other relevant Local Plan policies and SPDs.

Wornington Green Estate, Phase 3

A. A minimum of 373 gross residential (Class C3) units. B. The refurbishment or replacement of an improved community facility and scope for its enlargement, including the provision of the existing community and leisure facilities currently provided. C. High quality public open space, including adventure playground. D. An integrated community, where current tenants who want to remain at the Wornington Green Estate will be guaranteed a new home at a similar rent on the new development and the vast majority of residents should only have to move once. E. The Site lies within Flood Zone 1. A Flood Risk Assessment should be submitted to support any future planning application as the site is larger than one hectare. F. A phasing scheme to minimise disruption to residents and adjoining neighbours during the construction period. G. A good quality open space at least half the size of Athlone Gardens (4,593 sq m) must be available for public use throughout the construction period. H. The reconnection of Portobello Road and Wornington Road to Ladbroke Grove and the re-establishment of the traditional street pattern with street layouts that favour active travel and discourage car traffic in the area. I. A tree protection and new planting scheme which where possible retains existing trees and identifies planting of new trees. J. Affordable housing, with Housing Needs Assessment and Nominations Agreement. K. Community Centre and associated outdoor space. L. Residents' Room which re-provides an existing facility. M. Re-provision of the open space (new Athlone Gardens) with a temporary space provided during construction. N. Development will be liable to make planning contributions in accordance with the CIL Regulations and other relevant Local Plan policies and SPDs.

Edenham Way

A. The site will deliver a high-quality residential development with some social and community use. The development must be consistent with and sensitive to the original vision of the architect and be undertaken in a holistic manner which should not compete with the existing heritage assets. B. A minimum of 60 gross residential (C3) units. C. Additional social and community uses including health provision to be included as part of any redevelopment. D. Building heights no higher than Block B of Trellick Tower, or 6 storeys, so as not to detract from the setting of Trellick Tower. E. A suitable setting for the designated heritage assets including the Grade II* listed Trellick Tower and Grade II listed Cheltenham Estate. F. Improvements to the public realm and open spaces around the site including improvements to the historic fabric of Trellick Tower, its service areas and basements. G. Development will be liable to making planning contributions in accordance with the CIL Regulations and other relevant Local Plan policies and SPDs.

Chelsea Farmer's Market

A. The site will deliver high-quality residential development with some retail. B. Around 60 (C3) residential units. C. Retail units at ground level facing 151 Sydney Street. D. The creation of a new public square facing 151 Sydney Street and linking to Dovehouse Green. E. Provision of active retail frontages facing onto the new public square. F. Development proposals to provide a suitable setting for relevant designated heritage assets and respect the strategic view from King Henry VIII's mound to St Paul's Cathedral that runs through the site. G. Development will be liable to making planning contributions in accordance with the CIL Regulations and other relevant Local Plan policies and SPDs.

Units 1-14 Latimer Road Industrial Estate

A. The site to deliver mixed-use development, providing: B. A minimum of 75 homes on upper floors. C. Retention of existing Class E at ground floor floorspace. D. Active street frontage to Latimer Road. E. Creation of a successful mixed uses street, combining a range of flexible Class E commercial and service uses with residential uses on upper floors. F. The development to comply with the agent of change principle given the location within an Employment Zone. G. High quality design that reflects the mixed character of the area and respects the Employment Zone identity. H. Where the development is in the setting of a designated heritage asset, following the requirements of Part E of Policy CD3, the significance of the designated heritage asset should be preserved or opportunities taken better to reveal that significance. I. Development will be liable to making planning contributions in accordance with the CIL Regulations and other relevant Local Plan policies and SPDs.

Construction Management

A. Relevant developments as specified in the RBKC Code of Construction Practice (the Code) must not create unacceptable impact on local residential amenity including neighbouring properties as a result of demolition and construction impacts by complying with the Code.

Infrastructure Delivery and Planning Contributions

A. The Council will ensure that sufficient supporting infrastructure, is delivered to support good growth identified in the Local Plan. The Council will require that there is adequate infrastructure to serve developments, through the use of planning contributions, working with infrastructure providers and stakeholders to identify requirements. B. Where development generates a need either because of its individual or cumulative impact, planning obligations and contributions will be sought to secure the necessary infrastructure required to make the development acceptable. C. In determining what planning obligations would make development acceptable in planning terms, account will be taken of the proposed development, individual characteristics of the site, the infrastructure needs of the site and the surrounding area. D. Proposals that form part of potentially wider sites will be assessed in terms of the capacity of the site as a whole. E. An open book financial viability appraisal will be required where relevant.

Planning Enforcement

A. The Council will investigate reported breaches of planning control in accordance with its Local Enforcement Plan, once adopted. Cases will be prioritised according to the level of harm identified and the resources available. Enforcement action will be carried out proportionately in relation to the breach of planning control identified and the harm being caused. B. Where informal negotiations (where appropriate) fail to resolve the identified breach of planning control, and where it is considered appropriate and expedient to do so having regard to the provisions of the development plan and any other material considerations, formal action will be taken.

Water and Wastewater Infrastructure

A. Development proposals must provide the necessary strategic water and wastewater infrastructure leading to an increased security of water supply and a long-term reduction of local sewer flooding. B. Development proposals in Opportunity Areas must provide an Integrated Water Management Strategy. Major developments proposals must demonstrate an integrated approach to water supply and surface water management in submitted drainage strategies and sustainability statements. C. Any off-site upgrades to necessary water or wastewater infrastructure must be delivered ahead of occupation. D. All new residential development will be required to meet the optional requirement for water efficiency set out in Part G of the Building Regulations of 110 litres/person/day. E. Commercial development should achieve at least the BREEAM "excellent" standard for the "Wat 01" water category or equivalent.

Fire Safety

A. All development proposals must demonstrate that they achieve the highest standards of fire safety. B. Major development and all relevant buildings under Planning Gateway One must have a Fire Statement submitted with the planning application. C. Tall buildings of 30 m or more (measured from the ground level to the floor level of the topmost storey) must have a Qualitative Design Review (QDR) panel report submitted with the planning application. D. "Minor" or "other" planning applications, must have a Planning Fire Safety Strategy (PFSS) submitted.

Diplomatic and Allied Uses

A. The Council will ensure that the impact of diplomatic missions and other activities in the borough are minimised. To do this the Council will require diplomatic uses to be located in the area indicated on the Diplomatic and Allied Uses Map.

Lots Road South

A. The site will deliver a high-quality mixed-use development that is employment led, to include residential and employment floorspace. B. Around 100 new gross residential (C3) units. C. Around 65 gross affordable extra care units. D. Around 4,000 sq m (GIA) of commercial floorspace (Class E and B8) of which at least 3,000 sq m will be business floorspace (Class E(g) office, research and development or light industrial or B8 storage or distribution). E. Maximum building heights shall be within the range of 22 m to 34 m from ground level to the top of the building or 6 storeys to 10 storeys. F. The existing auction house use (sui generis) should be retained in addition to the floorspace specified in part D. G. The character should be employment use led, informed by end user needs incorporating flexibility, opportunities for collaboration and practical needs. H. The design, construction and operation of the development shall be informed by the energy hierarchy, circular economy and urban greening principles. I. Where the development is in the setting of a designated heritage asset, following the requirements of Part E of Policy CD3, the significance of the designated heritage asset should be preserved or opportunities taken better to reveal that significance. J. There should be a series of buildings along Lots Road with modest variation in form, that respects the scale of existing buildings on Lots Road. K. Ensure the architecture and materials reference the industrial heritage and character of the area. L. The development should locate taller buildings away from Lots Road. M. Create an active frontage on Lots Road with a variety of commercial uses at ground floor. N. Create courtyard space(s) within the development accessed through gaps between buildings. O. Ensure the development does not compromise the quality of the light to Heatherley School of Fine Art north-east facing windows. P. Create a new attractive and welcoming public space that is accessible to all. Q. Make a feature of the creek within the landscape strategy. R. Incorporate a buffer zone along the full length of the site adjacent to the railway, to allow for a future cycleway and pedestrian route. S. Led by a clear servicing strategy, including for van drop-offs and collections. T. Community space shall be located above basement level and allow for wide range of activities. U. Locate the extra care use in an optimal location for future residents following the principles of Design for Dementia; including outdoor space. V. Ensure some on-site facilities are designed to provide overlaps between the different resident groups, workers and the wider community. W. The development to comply with the agent of change principle given the location within an employment zone. X. Development will be liable to make planning contributions in accordance with the CIL Regulations and other relevant Local Plan policies and SPDs.

Vision for the borough

The Local Plan will support good growth and future development in the borough to be: • Green. It will put the environment at the heart of all new development, and support sensitive and safe retrofitting of existing buildings so we can support the health and well-being of our residents and our visitors, now and long into the future; • Inclusive. It will narrow the inequality which exists across the borough, and ensure that we provide the truly affordable homes, the employment opportunities and access to a wide range of facilities that meet our residents' day-to-day needs, including open space, social, education and sports/leisure facilities; • Liveable. It will enhance the borough's outstanding townscape, preserving and conserving the context where required and by ensuring that the design of new development is of the highest quality and safety standards, reinforcing an area's character in addition to developing our cultural offer and supporting our internationally recognised town centres and their shops, theatres, museums, events, festivals and markets to create a highly desirable place to live.

Our Spatial Strategy

To deliver our vision the Council will support good growth in the borough linked to the following spatial strategy. • Creating new neighbourhoods in Opportunity Areas: Kensal Canalside and Earl's Court will accommodate most of the growth in the borough. Other large site allocations will also support good growth in the borough. • Areas with potential for some change: these are mainly the three Employment Zones, the Westway and the Lancaster West Estate and Notting Dale as an eco-neighbourhood. • The larger town centres: some of our town centres are of international and national significance. The Local Plan includes visions to support the vibrancy and vitality of our town centres. • Our Local Centres and Neighbourhoods: the Local Plan supports keeping life local and maintaining our very walkable neighbourhoods.

Notting Hill Gate

Notting Hill Gate will remain as one of the borough's most distinctive district centres. It will build upon its long-standing reputation for the arts, culture and for the evening economy while continuing to serve as an important local shopping centre for residents in the surrounding area. It will also use the pull it has as a key employment area to provide the premises needed by the types of agile business which will thrive in a post Covid-19 world. The streetscape along Notting Hill Gate will be improved to make the area more accessible and attractive. Outdated buildings will be refurbished or redeveloped to improve the image of the area.

South Kensington

South Kensington will continue to thrive with its multiple roles as a world-class cultural destination, an education hub and as a residential neighbourhood of distinction. A balance will have been struck to reconcile the sometimes conflicting needs of these functions. The centre will act as a gateway to the South Kensington Strategic Cultural Area, a vibrant place with an international reputation in its own right. This will not be at the expense of its long-established role as an area which serves a central London residential community. This is both in terms of the services the centre provides and the need to ensure that the amenity of those who live nearby is respected. Public realm improvements will boost the area's connectivity and attractiveness.

King's Road (East)

The rich iconic brand and history of King's Road will be enhanced to ensure it remains one of London's most vibrant shopping streets, containing a lively and diverse mix of shops, restaurants, and world-class cultural attractions within the wider residential community.

King's Road (West)

King's Road (West) will build on its specialist retail offer that supports creative industries, encouraging new businesses whilst supporting the current bespoke offer of design and furniture retailers. Public realm and infrastructure improvements will increase footfall and accessibility.

Earl's Court

Earl's Court will continue to provide a wide range of services for local residents and visitors reflecting its role as a district centre and key transport hub. The nearby redevelopment of the Opportunity Area will help to transform it into a vibrant centre that draws from its legacy, delivering a strong cultural element. Shopfronts and public realm improvements will reflect the surrounding heritage.

Brompton Cross

Brompton Cross will maintain its function as a high-quality specialist boutique retail centre. Improvements to walking routes and signage between South Kensington cultural core will serve to encourage visitors, the evening economy and highlight its unique retail offer.

Westbourne Grove

Westbourne Grove will maintain its reputation for offering a range of high quality commercial and business uses including international designer boutiques and fashion retailers, whilst expanding its offer of community services that meets the needs of local residents.

Knightsbridge

Knightsbridge will maintain its role as one of London's most exclusive national and international shopping destinations - attracting visitors from across the world. It will also continue its role as an important residential quarter and a service centre for residents in both Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster. These two functions will exist together harmoniously, and the public realm will have been improved to reflect both roles.

Fulham Road West

Fulham Road West will continue to offer specialist and local provision of goods, supporting independent shops and services and ensuring a strong diversity of uses is maintained across the centre. The existing evening economy will be strengthened offering a range of activities and services for locals and visitors.

Kensington High Street

The High Street is a vibrant town centre, surrounded by quiet residential streets. It will remain the civic heart of the Royal Borough, a place to work, to shop, and a place where both residents and visitors can come to enjoy a vibrant evening economy and world class cultural attractions. New development will support this rich mix of uses as well as providing some of the new homes needed in the area. New development will add to the vibrancy of the area but will successfully coexist with those who live in the centre and its hinterland. Improvements to the streetscape will link together the area's functions and make it a better place for people to spend time.

Portobello and Golborne Road Markets

The Portobello and Golborne Road Markets will continue to be vibrant with distinctive street markets serving the day-to-day needs of local residents and attracting visitors from across the world. The area will maintain a rich variety of commercial, business and services uses as well as small independent shops offering "something different", including art, antiques and collectibles. This includes renowned antiques arcades and the vintage and flea markets of Portobello Road and Golborne Road. Improvements to market infrastructure will be supported, as will public realm improvements that are delivered in a cohesive and holistic approach with the community.

Development within Town Centres

A. Require the scale and nature of development to relate to the size, role and function of that town centre, to reflect the position of the centre within the town centre network and to assist achieving the vision for that centre; and B. Require a range of shop unit sizes in major new retail development.

Diversity of Uses within Town Centres

A. The Council will require development to the support the vitality and the viability of our town centres. B. Support the provision of a diverse range of town centre uses where they contribute to the character, function and viability of that centre, whilst retaining the core retail function of our larger town centres. C. Proposals that are consistent with the Council's policy on al fresco hospitality will be supported. D. Support the use of vacant properties within our town centres for a range of meanwhile town centre uses. E. Where planning permission is required, the Council will require all new town centres uses to have a shop front, to create an active frontage and/or to provide a direct service to visiting members of the public. F. Resist betting shops, payday loan stores, pawn brokers and amusement arcades and hot food takeaways within our higher order town centres, when these will make up more than: 1. 25 per cent of ground floor units in the relevant street frontage of our primary retail frontages; or 2. or 50 per cent of ground floor units in the relevant street frontage of our secondary retail frontages. G. Such uses will not be appropriate in our neighbourhood centres. H. Support the provision of housing within town centres where: 1. not at ground floor level, fronting the street. 2. does not adversely affect the character and function of the centre; and 3. complies with the "agent of change" principle. I. When planning permission is required, the Council may use planning conditions to specify the particular use within Class E, which may be suitable within a building, or part of a building.

The Evening Economy

A. Proposals that enhance or diversify the borough's evening economy will be supported where they: 1. are located within the borough's designated higher order centres, or the Earl's Court or Kensal Canalside Opportunity Areas, and are of a size and type that reflects the role and function of that centre; and 2. will not result in a negative impact on the amenity of the surrounding residential uses. B. Proposals that are consistent with the Council's policy on al fresco hospitality (T3) will be supported. C. Where appropriate, the Council will use planning conditions to mitigate the potential impact of such uses.

Local Shopping and other Facilities which support day-to-day needs

A. Where planning permission is required, the Council will: 1. protect individual shops outside of designated town centres; and 2. resist the loss of restaurants outside of higher order town centres. B. Resist the loss of public houses and other drinking establishments throughout the borough.

Street Markets

The Council will ensure that street markets remain a vibrant part of the borough's retail offer. To deliver this the Council will: A. protect all of the borough's street markets including those at Portobello Road, Golborne Road and Bute Street; B. support new, or the expansion of existing, street markets where this fits in with our broader retail strategy and our strategic objectives for the town centres in which they would be located within or adjacent to; C. require the protection of existing storage lockups for street traders, or their equivalent reprovision.

Arts and Cultural uses

A. protect all land and/or buildings where the current or last use is/was an arts and cultural use unless that use is re-provided to an equivalent or better standard on site, or if this is not possible, in the immediate vicinity of the site; B. permit new arts and cultural uses, or the expansion of these uses, which are likely to generate large numbers of visitors in higher order town centres and other areas of the borough which have a PTAL score of 4 or above, or will achieve this level through improvements to public transport during the lifetime of the plan. Smaller scale arts and cultural uses which are likely to attract fewer visitors will be welcomed throughout the borough; C. permit enabling development on land and/or buildings where the current or last use is/was an arts and cultural use, in order to provide alternative arts and cultural uses on site or improve arts and cultural uses elsewhere within the borough, where it is successfully demonstrated that there is greater benefit to the borough resulting from this proposal.

Hotels and other forms of tourist accommodation

A. Support the provision of new hotels: 1. within, or adjacent to the borough's higher order town centres; 2. within the Earl's Court and West Kensington Opportunity Area; or 3. other areas where the new hotel would support the function of the area, where: a. there is no loss of permanent residential accommodation; and b. there will be no unacceptable harm to amenity or to the residential character of an area. B. Protect hotels and hotel bedrooms across the borough, save within the SW5 postcode area. C. Encourage the expansion, upgrading and diversification of existing hotels where: 1. this will not result in the loss of any permanent residential accommodation; and 2. there will be no unacceptable harm to amenity or to the residential character of an area. D. Resist the provision of holiday lets and other forms of temporary sleeping accommodation where: 1. it involves the loss of permanent residential accommodation; or 2. it will have significant impact on the amenity or to the residential character of an area.

Location of New Town Centre Uses

A. In order to support the vitality and viability of Kensington and Chelsea's network of town centres, the Council will apply a town centre first approach to any proposal for a retail or other main town centre use which requires planning permission. B. The Council will apply a sequential approach to proposed retail and other main town centre uses which are neither in an existing centre nor in accordance with the other policies in the development plan. Retail and other main town centre uses should be located in designated centres. Only if suitable sites cannot be found within designated centres, will the Council consider edge of centre locations or if no edge of centre locations are available, out of centre locations. C. To encourage the walkable neighbourhood and to improve the access of a range of facilities to all our residents, the Council will not require a sequential assessment for new shops of less than 400 sq m (GEA) in areas of retail deficiency. D. The Council will require an impact assessment for proposals for new, or extensions to existing, edge or out of centre development for retail, leisure and office uses unless that proposal is in accordance with other policies within the Development Plan or lies with an Employment Zone and will support the commercial function of that area. E. The threshold for the need for an impact assessment is: 1. 400 sq m (GEA) for a retail (Class E(a) use); or 2. 2,500 sq m (GEA) for the other non-retail main town centre uses. F. Applications that are likely to have significant adverse impacts will be refused. G. The Council will support the establishment of new neighbourhood centres in the Kensal Canalside and Earl's Court Opportunity Areas. 1. The retail provision must be of a scale that will serve the day-to-day needs of the development only; and 2. Any new centre must comply with the requirements of the NPPF and be of a scale and nature that does not have an unacceptable impact on existing centres.

Three-dimensional Street Form

The Council will require that where new streets are proposed, or where development would make significant change to the form of existing streets, the resultant street form and character must draw from the traditional qualities and form of the existing high quality streets. To deliver this the Council will: A. Require appropriate street widths to be established with regard to the legibility of the street function and hierarchy; B. Require the ratio of building height to street width to give a coherent and comfortable scale to the street; C. Require building lines and building scales to be consistent and related to context; D. Require a frequency and rhythm of building entrances and windows that support active street frontages and optimises community safety; E. Require a clear distinction to be maintained between public, private and communal space through the retention and provision of characteristic boundary treatments.

Living Streets and Outdoor Life

A. Require opportunities to be taken within the street environment to create places that support outdoor life, are inclusive to all, and add to their attractiveness and vitality. Al fresco hospitality B. Support proposals for outdoor hospitality uses that: 1. contribute positively to the streetscape by improving the visual and functional qualities of our streets, 2. maintain the safe, secure passage of pedestrians including those with mobility needs and 3. are proportionate in scale to their context. Markets C. Support proposals for markets (including changes to existing markets) on the public highway that demonstrate that: 1. sufficient local access would be maintained; and 2. satisfactory waste management and traffic management measures would be put in place. D. New isolated street trading pitches must contribute to the character and appearance of the street, have no adverse impact on existing shops and residential amenity and allow for the safe and secure passage of pedestrians. Events E. Require that the occasional or temporary use of parks, gardens and open spaces for special events be well managed, and that in the duration, frequency and scale they have no adverse impact upon: 1. local residential amenity; 2. the setting of historic listed buildings; 3. the setting of registered parks and gardens; 4. the character and appearance of conservation areas; 5. the ground conditions, during and after the event; 6. the predominant use as open space, taking the cumulative impact into account; 7. the road network; 8. biodiversity, wildlife habitats and the quality of the natural environment. F. Require the submission of an Events Management Plan and a Management Strategy as part of a planning application for repeated use of an open space.

Streetscape

A. Require improvements to the visual, functional and inclusive quality of our streets, ensuring they are designed and maintained to a very high standard, that street clutter is removed and that street furniture, advertisements and signs are carefully controlled to avoid clutter to support the Council's aim of driving up the quality of the borough's streetscape. B. All work to, or affecting, the public highway must be carried out in accordance with the Council's Streetscape Guide. 1. Remove redundant street furniture. 2. Retain, and seek the maintenance and repair of, historic street furniture such as post boxes and red Gilbert Scott telephone boxes, where this does not adversely impact on the safe functioning of the street. 3. Where there is an exceptional need for new street furniture, it must be of high-quality design and construction, and placed with great care, so as to relate well to the character and function of the street. 4. Resist adverts, including on street furniture, that by reason of size, siting, design, materials or method of illumination harm amenity or public or road safety. 5. Resist freestanding structures such as telephone kiosks where the function for the display of adverts dominates the primary purpose for the structure, whether sited on streets, forecourts or roadsides. 6. Resist pavement crossovers and forecourt parking. 7. Resist the construction of high garden walls and fences along street boundaries. Arts and Culture C. All major development must contribute to delivering new arts and culture in line with the Council's Culture Plan that is of high quality. This may either be on-site or where such on-site provision is not appropriate, through planning contributions towards delivering the Council's Culture Plan, subject to the S106 tests being met.

Land Use and Transport

A. Require development to be located in suitable areas where the transport requirements can be met in a sustainable manner, and which actively encourages travel by sustainable modes. B. High trip generating development to be located in areas of the borough where public transport accessibility has a PTAL score of 4 or above and where there is sufficient public transport capacity, or that will achieve PTAL 4 and provide sufficient capacity as a result of committed improvements to public transport. C. Large scale developments are required to submit Transport Assessments and Travel Plans. D. Resist the loss of buildings and land used for public transport, active travel or related support functions (unless satisfactory alternative facilities are provided).

Active Travel

A. All new development to maximise trips made by sustainable transport modes by making it easier and more attractive to walk and cycle within the borough. B. Improvements to the walking and cycling environment are required, including pedestrian and cycle links through new developments and through improving walking and cycling routes to transport infrastructure, social infrastructure, green spaces and town centre uses. Necessary off-site improvements shall be secured by planning obligation. C. New development must incorporate measures to improve road safety, and in particular the safety of walking and cycling and resist development that compromises road safety. D. New development adjacent to the River Thames or Grand Union Canal will be required to deliver improved access and connections to the water for walking, cycling and recreation alongside it. E. Development must provide accessible, secure cycle parking facilities and make provision for high quality ancillary facilities that promote cycle usage including changing rooms, showers, and lockers in line with or above current minimum standards. F. Ensure that development does not reduce access to, or the attractiveness of, existing footways and footpaths used by the public, or land over which the public have a right of way.

Public Transport

A. Development to promote sustainable travel through the delivery of enhancements to existing public transport infrastructure. B. New developments must provide or contribute toward improvements to public transport services, access to them and interchange between them, giving priority to areas that currently have lower levels of accessibility. C. Support improvements to West London Line services and enhancements to facilities that improve access to the services. D. The Council will work with partners to ensure that step-free access is delivered at all underground and rail stations, requiring new developments to contribute toward step-free access and ensure it is delivered at Underground and rail stations in the borough where there is a redevelopment opportunity, giving priority to those which deliver the greatest overall benefits.

Car Parking

A. Seek to minimise reliance on private car use arising from new development and promote sustainable travel patterns by managing congestion and the supply of car parking. B. Require it to be demonstrated that following mitigation, development will not adversely increase traffic congestion or on-street parking pressure. C. All n

Street Network

New Streets A. In areas of large scale redevelopment, the Council will require new street networks to be inspired by the borough's historic street patterns to ensure optimal connectivity and accessibility. B. New street networks must be established with a clear function, hierarchy and choice of routes, designed to optimise connectivity, accessibility and legibility, and to reflect the historic and finely grained block structure of the borough. C. New streets to be designed to give priority to pedestrian and cyclist movement, be attractive, safe, provide planting, minimise opportunities for crime, and be inclusive to all, in line with the Healthy Streets approach. D. New streets to be built to adoptable standards. E. Development that provides new links and removes barriers that disconnect access for pedestrians, cyclists and people with limited mobility is encouraged. The development of new gated communities and development that restricts access for pedestrians, cyclists and people with limited mobility to existing streets will be resisted. Existing Streets F. Development that changes the existing street network including the addition or modification of accesses, street layouts and road crossings must serve to (i) improve street safety in line with the Vision Zero approach, (ii) provide for ease of movement for all pedestrian groups (iii) contribute positively to the Healthy Streets score.

Car Parking

A. Seek to minimise reliance on private car use arising from new development and promote sustainable travel patterns by managing congestion and the supply of car parking. B. Require it to be demonstrated that following mitigation, development will not adversely increase traffic congestion or on-street parking pressure. C. All new additional residential development must be permit-free. Car parking provided in new residential development must be at or below the adopted car parking standards. Parking in non-residential development must be for essential need only. D. All parking spaces within new development to be equipped with electric vehicle charging points. E. Where a development creates new on-street parking, this must be managed so that parking demand is controlled and the need for off-street parking is minimised. F. Resist new public car parks and the loss of off-street coach parking.

Servicing

A. Servicing facilities and coach parking must be well designed, built to accommodate the demands of new development and minimise the number of servicing trips required. Facilities should also be sensitively integrated into the development and the surrounding townscape. In particular, servicing activities and coach pick-up and drop-off should not give rise to traffic congestion, conflict with pedestrians or be detrimental to residential amenity. B. Developments must provide sufficient on-site servicing space where feasible, delivery consolidation floorspace, and coach parking to accommodate the number and type of vehicles likely to be generated and to ensure that this can take place without manoeuvring on the highway. C. Require a Servicing Management Plan for all sites with on-site servicing space that will control the hours of servicing, including details on how vehicles will be managed, and controls on the types and sizes of vehicles to ensure they are appropriate to the local area and are environmentally acceptable. D. All new developments with on-site servicing facilities must provide sufficient electric vehicle charging points for the size and number of vehicles likely to be generated. E. New hotel developments including significant extensions to existing hotels must provide coach drop-off and pick-up facilities and a Coach Management Plan. F. Where developments cannot provide onsite servicing space or coach parking, applicants must demonstrate that proposal can function satisfactorily without giving rise to adverse effects on traffic congestion, emergency vehicle access, pedestrian safety, residential amenity or impact on bus routes. A Servicing Management Plan and/or Coach Management Plan will be required in these instances. G. Proposals for restaurants or take-aways, requiring planning permission, must be supported by a Delivery Management Plan to explain how any food delivery service would operate and to demonstrate that there would be no resultant impact upon the function of the highway or the amenity of residents. H. Proposals for larger developments, must be supported by a Delivery Management Plan to explain how deliveries would be consolidated (through use of a concierge or mail office) to limit van traffic generation.