Planning in Kingston upon Thames

Healthy and Safer Communities

There is a need to upgrade sports facilities in this part of the Borough, which is one of the most deprived areas, with the poorest quality of life, greatest health inequalities and lowest life expectancy. There is well documented evidence of the links between poor health and lack of access to sporting and leisure activities. The release of MOL provides a catalyst and opportunities to upgrade existing facilities and create more. It is desirable to provide sport and recreation facilities for the existing and new students living on the Clayhill Campus. The extent and siting of these is dependent on the outcome of negotiations with Thames Water. There will be opportunities for the local community to share sporting and recreational facilities provided by Kingston University and AFC Wimbledon and there will be benefits to the students who will have facilities on their doorstep instead of having to travel off-site to access them. In this regard, there is a need to provide sport and recreation space close to the Clayhill student campus. The preferred location is on Thames Water land south of Lower Marsh Lane, possibly secured on a rolling leasehold basis to protect Thames Water's long-term abilities to provide future sewage infrastructure to meet potential operational needs – this will be the subject of future negotiations with Thames Water. The additional recreation, sporting and social facilities, including a re-provided youth club more suited to local needs, will also help to provide centres of activity for young people in the area, which in turn will help improve community safety and reduce perceived fears of crime. Footpath and cycle links (both existing and proposed) will need to be located and designed such that users feel safe to use them at all times in accordance with design for safety guidance.

Education

A new primary school up to 4FE is required in this area due to the rising birth rate and the lack of capacity or suitability of existing schools in the area to accommodate the projected demand for school places. This is consistent with Policy 3.18 of the London Plan. Also, most of the new housing growth during the Plan period will be taking place in the Kingston/Norbiton and Tolworth areas of the Borough. Norbiton is within walking distance of the proposed 4FE primary school site and the areas around the Hogsmill Valley have high proportions of family housing. There is also evidence that smaller 1 and 2-bed flats are now accommodating families due to the lack of affordable family housing. The proposed school site has the advantages of being in the Council's ownership, is located within the likely catchment area and there are opportunities to provide school playing fields (i.e. a MOL compatible use) adjacent to it. It is also the only realistic site available. The provision of north-south footpath links across the Hogsmill area will make the new school more accessible to children in the catchment area of projected need.

Community Facilities

Promotion to the Football League in 2011 has changed AFC Wimbledon's momentum for a new stadium. Despite incremental ground improvements since 2002, the ground is of relatively poor design and layout with limited flexibility to accommodate the changing demands of the Club and the increasing expectations of its growing fan base. The existing stadium does not provide sufficient capacity for peak games, especially as AFC is now playing larger clubs that attract more away fans. Failure to expand could prejudice its ability to attract new supporters. A new stadium offers opportunities to co-locate existing community facilities which may be displaced, such as the nursery on Hampden Road and the Council's Kingsmeadow Fitness and Athletic Centre to avoid duplication and provide additional sources of revenue. However, the Club has and continues to explore options to move back to the London Borough of Merton. The Club is expected to make a decision in 2012 about whether it intends to remain and expand on the Kingsmeadow site or return to the London Borough of Merton. Either way, AFC Wimbledon will retain a long-term presence at the Kingsmeadow site until at least 2018 to cover the estimated period required to deliver a new stadium in Kingston or the London Borough of Merton. During that time, the Council will discuss with AFC Wimbledon their future plans for the Kingsmeadow site and how they can be aligned with the Council's Asset Management Plan and accommodated within the new sports hub designed to open up other much needed opportunities for community use. The current stadium and leisure centre falls short of the facilities that are required particularly for the youth in the nearby social housing estates where there is a need to increase accessibility to sporting and recreational facilities.

Improving Community Health and Well-being

The Council and its local strategic health partners will seek to maximise the opportunities to improve public health outcomes through recreation and exercise and to facilitate the reorganisation, improvement and potential co-location of healthcare facilities and to ensure that they are in sustainable, accessible locations, including: a. doctor's (GP) premises to meet NHS standards regarding registered patient list sizes, giving priority to areas with health inequalities, under-provision or where existing premises are unable to meet increased demands resulting from new housing development as identified on Figure 23 (including Kingston/Norbiton, Berrylands, Chessington North/Tolworth, Coombe Hill). Potential sites include the former government offices/Toby Jug site and Tolworth Tower in Tolworth and Cocks Crescent in New Malden. b. the development and upgrading of Kingston Hospital, subject to a master planning approach and an approved travel plan, including a commitment to addressing the need for more on-site patient and visitor parking and for improved public transport services to the site c. the redevelopment of the Surbiton Hospital Site to provide a healthcare facility with a range of healthcare services d. mental health services at Tolworth Hospital and within more community based settings e. dentistry practices and enhanced pharmacy and optical services in areas of poor provision, including Berrylands, Canbury, Tolworth and Coombe Hill in locations such as Local Centres, or within integrated healthcare facilities

Safer Communities

The Council, with its strategic partners, will seek to improve community safety to reduce the negative effects of crime, fear of crime and alcohol misuse; promote social inclusion; implement its crime reduction strategy and manage the night time economy in accordance with the After Dark Strategy and its associated Annual Implementation Plans. The Council will work with the Metropolitan Police and seek to facilitate the re-organisation of the Police estate to meet changing service and accommodation needs.

Future Needs of Kingston University, Kingston College and Schools

The Council will continue to work in partnership with Kingston University and Kingston College, recognising their importance in the local economy, to identify appropriate opportunities, including on their existing sites, to meet their needs for new and upgraded facilities and for smarter travel initiatives, including travel planning. The Council recognises the shortfall of managed student accommodation for Kingston University and the impact that this has on the local housing market. The Council will continue to work with the University to help deliver suitable managed student accommodation in accordance with the Core Strategy Housing and Transport Policies and Kingston Town Centre Area Action Plan (K+20) Policy K7 (2008). Where necessary, the Council will use available mechanisms to prevent over-concentrations of houses in multiple occupation, particularly where this leads to the loss of family housing. The Council will facilitate improvements to the school estate and make provision for a permanent increase in the number of school places to meet increasing demand through the expansion of existing schools and the provision of new schools. Potential for shared and community use will be provided for. The Council will continue the programme of partnership working with schools on travel planning to reduce car use and the impact of school trips on local transport networks.

Community Facilities

The Council will: a. support the provision of new facilities of appropriate size and scale in accessible locations, such as Kingston Town Centre, Surbiton, Tolworth and New Malden District Centres and Local Centres b. support the co-location of Council, healthcare, police facilities, library, school and voluntary sector facilities in accessible locations, where opportunities arise c. work with partners, including Kingston's Local Strategic Partnership and the community and voluntary sector, to ensure that provision of services and facilities is maintained and enhanced and expanded in areas identified for population growth, in areas of relative deprivation and deficiency areas

Health Impacts

The Council will: a. resist the loss of existing healthcare facilities in accordance with Policy DM24 Protection and Provision of Community Facilities b. resist concentrations of hot food take-aways close to schools c. require Health Impact Assessments (HIAs) for all major developments d. support proposals that promote health, safety and active living for all age groups, particularly in areas of health inequality e. normally support proposals for new healthcare facilities where: i. they will be located in an area of need and/or under-provision, they serve the needs of the local community and the accommodation to be provided is suitable for the needs of all its users, including carers and those with physical disabilities and other health impairments ii. adequate public transport is available from all parts of the catchment area and the facilities are well connected to footpath and cycle routes iii. they will not adversely affect (or exacerbate existing adverse) traffic or environmental conditions or the amenities of residents in the area iv. they are co-located alongside other community facilities, including shops, schools, leisure facilities etc and/or provide an element of flexible accommodation that can be adapted and/or used to meet the wider needs of the community they serve

Schools

The Council will: a. identify potential sites for new schools to meet identified needs b. designate and protect open space on school sites as shown on the Proposals Map and seek to ensure that school expansion proposals retain open space and that all options to re-organise/expand schools within the existing built footprint are explored, with a presumption against a net reduction in open space c. assess proposals for new schools and school expansion against the following criteria: i. the size of the site, its location and suitability to accommodate a new school or school expansion taking account of compatibility with surrounding uses, and existing planning policy designations (e.g. Conservation Areas, MOL, Green Belt) ii. the impact on green open space, games pitches, outdoor play and amenity space, taking account of the character of the area, whether the site is within an area of open space deficiency and whether the school has sufficient outdoor space for play and games iii. the location and accessibility of the site in relation to: the intended catchment area of the school, public transport, the local highway network and its ability to accommodate new or additional school trips without adverse impact on highway safety, safe and convenient walking and cycling routes to schools iv. the extent to which the building design contributes towards the government target that schools and colleges should be zero carbon from 2016 (see policies CS1 and CS2) The Council will require new residential development to contribute to education provision, in accordance with guidance in the Planning Obligations SPD or CIL charge (See policy IMP3). The Council will require flexible, accessible accommodation to optimise use of school buildings and their outside spaces for a wide range of community purposes throughout the year.

Protection and Provision of Community Facilities

The Council will: a. resist the net loss of community facilities unless there is evidence to suggest the facility is no longer needed, where appropriate, it has been vacant and marketed for a community use without success, or it can be re-provided elsewhere or in a different way b. require new developments to contribute towards additional infrastructure requirements and community needs resulting from the development in accordance with the Planning Obligations SPD or Community Infrastructure Levy charge, in line with Policy IMP3

Healthy and Safer Communities

Accommodate the need for additional or expanded healthcare facilities by: working with local health providers in order to identify and deliver suitable sites for the expansion and or replacement of GP premises, particularly in Chessington North, Tolworth and Hook Rise wards supporting the establishment of dentistry practices and enhanced pharmacy and optical services in the Tolworth area

Education

Address the need to provide additional school places in the South of the Borough by: exploring opportunities to provide improved facilities for Southborough Boys and Tolworth Girls Schools supporting the expansion of Lovelace and Ellingham Primary schools

Community Facilities

Ensure the continued provision of community facilities by: working to maintain and enhance access to community centres and libraries and explore opportunities for improved leisure facilities, including a new public swimming pool working to maintain and enhance diversity and access to recreation and leisure opportunities in the area, including the Chessington Sports Centre, the golf course, the strategic walking network, football pitches and horse centres

Hogsmill Valley - Character, Design and Heritage

Much can be done to improve the open and green spaces and the Hogsmill River to realise the Area's potential as an important local and strategic asset. One of the aims of the Masterplan is to define a strategy to improve links into and through the area and to upgrade the quality, usage, functional and visual integration and visual amenities of the area.

Character, Design and Heritage

The Council will protect the primarily suburban character of the Borough, existing buildings and areas of high quality and historic interest from inappropriate development and will seek opportunities for sensitive enhancement in these areas and in areas of poorer environmental quality, where the character has been eroded or needs improving. It will use the Borough Character Study and Residential Design SPD to require good design and guide the assessment of development proposals and will seek to ensure that new development: - recognises distinctive local features and character - has regard to the historic and natural environment - helps enhance locally distinctive places of high architectural and urban design quality - accords with Neighbourhood 'strategies for delivery' set out under 'Character, Design and Heritage' - relates well and connects to its surroundings Tall buildings may be appropriate in the Borough's town centres; however, some parts of these areas will be inappropriate or too sensitive for such buildings. Relevant SPDs will provide further guidance on this matter and the Council will determine applications for such development on the basis of the criteria in the English Heritage/CABE Guidance on Tall Buildings (July 2007) and the London Plan. The Council will also require higher standards of design generally to achieve a more attractive, sustainable and accessible environment.

Design Requirements for New Developments (including House Extensions)

Development proposals will be required to incorporate principles of good design. The most essential elements identified as contributing to the character and local distinctiveness of a street or area which should be respected, maintained or enhanced include the following: a. prevailing development typology, including housing types, sizes and occupancy b. prevailing density of the surrounding area c. scale, layout, height, form (including roof forms), massing d. landscape setting and features e. plot width and format which includes spaces between buildings f. building line build up, set back and front boundary g. typical details and key features such as roof forms, window format, building materials and design detailing of elevations, existence of grass verges etc. Development proposals should also: h. ensure adequate private and/or communal amenity space i. incorporate sustainable design and construction requirements j. incorporate the principles of safe design to reduce the risk and fear of crime, e.g. natural surveillance, appropriate levels of lighting k. have regard to the amenities of occupants and neighbours, including in terms of privacy, outlook, sunlight/daylight, avoidance of visual intrusion and noise and disturbance l. have regard to local traffic conditions and highway safety and ensure they are not adversely affected m. protect the quality, character, scale and skylines of sensitive areas and safeguard strategic and local views n. provide car parking in accordance with the standards in the London Plan o. ensure provision of public access through all major developments and areas of regeneration to ensure they are socially inclusive and accessible to all users p. ensure landscaping is an integral part of the overall design of all new developments and that landscaping proposals are submitted as part of planning applications q. have regard to the public realm and to ways in which it can be enhanced as an integral part of the design of the development r. ensure car parking has minimal impact on design and layout and avoid environments that are unduly dominated by cars s. make adequate provision for waste facilities, including recycling facilities, and to ensure that these are located (a) where they cause minimal adverse impact on the amenities of the local area, particularly sensitive areas like conservation areas and (b) where they can be adequately accessed and serviced t. avoid locating structures, including, e.g. telecommunications equipment, building plant, advertisements and signs where they will be visually intrusive and likely to result in an adverse effect on the character and visual amenities of the local and wider area u. optimise housing output consistent with the local context in accordance with London Plan policies In addition to the above requirements, the Council will have particular regard to the significant contribution that existing private residential gardens make to: v. the Borough's suburban character and distinctive local context w. the provision of valuable private amenity space x. biodiversity and the natural and green environment y. reducing the impacts of flooding and climate change The Council will expect new development to ensure that trees that are important to the character of the area or covered by Tree Preservation Orders are not adversely affected. Where trees are to be lost through development the Council will normally require the planting of two specimens for each tree lost. The Council will refuse applications that adversely impact upon the leafy character of the Borough where commensurate appropriate replacement is not provided.

Design Approach

New developments (other than minor developments such as house extensions that do not have any visual impact on the streetscene) will be expected to be supported by a contextual statement that demonstrates a clear understanding and analysis of the local character of the area. The statement will also be expected to demonstrate how the new development will make a positive contribution to protecting and enhancing the local character of the area. The Council will resist any development that detrimentally affects the quality of the environment. The Council may adopt a more flexible approach to new development where the existing development lacks any identifiable or cohesive character and/or is located in a lower quality environment; in these circumstances it will seek a high quality development that creates its own distinctive character.

Design for Safety

The Council will assess development proposals based on: a. whether they incorporate 'Secured by Design', 'Designing out Crime' and 'Safer Places' principles b. size of venue, opening hours, location of premises and proposed crime prevention measures c. an analysis of the type and size of existing entertainment venues in the locality and the cumulative impact of the proposal including on residential amenities, crime and disorder, public safety and traffic safety The Council will: d. resist concentrations of uses such as pubs, clubs and hot food take-aways with the propensity to generate late night noise and disturbance e. seek improvements to the provision and safety of late night transport The Council may require a Crime Impact Statement in the case of major developments, such as entertainment venues that are likely to generate large crowds of people and traffic, and on a case-by-case basis for other developments. Applications for major developments will also be expected to incorporate measures that deter the risks of, and make provisions for potential emergencies, including fire, flood, weather, terrorism and related hazards.

Hogsmill Valley - Economy and Employment

The University makes a substantial contribution to the local economy. The role of the University includes supporting the high skilled requirements of the sub-regional economy. The business community recognises the benefits that an expanding knowledge sector can provide in terms of attracting businesses and high quality jobs to the Borough for the future.

Economy and Employment

With its partners the Council will: a. build on the economic strengths of the Borough by promoting the development of a diverse and flourishing economy and ensuring that land and premises are available for both traditional industrial and office based employment activities (B1, B2 and B8 uses) b. promote the redevelopment, renewal and modernisation of existing office stock (which may include integrating office space and residential uses into mixed use developments) c. promote other key employment sectors such as retail, financial and legal services, leisure, culture, health, education, public administration and tourism and ensure that land and premises and appropriate infrastructure are available for these activities also Where appropriate, the Council will support the: d. provision of flexible business space to meet the diverse needs of start up, micro, small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) including new and emerging sectors, e.g. green industries e. provision of local employment opportunities suitable for all residents, particularly those who face barriers to employment, for example, through social enterprise, especially in the vicinity of the Cambridge Estate in Norbiton f. development of education, including schools, Kingston University, Kingston College, Hillcroft College, Kingston Adult Education Centres and other initiatives to improve the training and skills base g. development of health and community facilities that provide employment opportunities (also see Policies CS13, CS14 and CS16) h. development of the community, voluntary and social enterprise sector i. provision of affordable childcare and other community support j. use of sustainable transport as a measure to support the economy and employment. In accordance with current national and regional guidance, the Council will also support new and improved visitor accommodation/hotels and attractions in Kingston Town Centre and Chessington World of Adventures. Furthermore, the enhancement and increased accessibility to the Borough's heritage assets and its history, as well as the sustainable development of opportunities along the River Thames will be explored. k. provision of car parking for shops in Local Centres

Protecting Existing Employment Land and Premises

The Council will protect all employment land and premises in the following broad locations: A. KINGSTON TOWN CENTRE - to develop its role as a successful, sustainable Metropolitan Centre through the implementation of the Kingston Town Centre Area Action Plan (K+20) B. SURBITON, NEW MALDEN AND TOLWORTH DISTRICT CENTRES - to enhance their vitality and viability and promote employment growth through regeneration initiatives including new and improved facilities, improvements to the quality of the office stock, access and public realm C. LOCAL CENTRES - to protect, manage and enhance them so they continue to provide locally accessible goods, services and employment D. INDUSTRIAL/BUSINESS AREAS - the Borough's Strategic Industrial Locations (SILs) comprise Chessington Industrial Area and Barwell Business Park. The Locally Significant Industrial Sites (LSISs) comprise: Canbury Park Fairfield Trade Park/Kingsmill Business Park/Villiers Road Waste Transfer Facility St. George's Industrial Estate London Road (east of Kingston Town Centre) Cambridge Road/Hampden Road St. John's Industrial Area Silverglade Business Park Red Lion Road Together the SILs and LSISs form the main supply of industrial/business land and will be protected for B1, B2 and B8 uses and other uses of an industrial and employment nature (excluding retail). E. OTHER EMPLOYMENT LOCATIONS - all employment premises not set out in A-D above will be protected for employment uses to meet business needs and provide employment Alternative uses will not be acceptable within the areas A-E above unless it has been demonstrated by sound evidence and rigorous marketing over a number of years (up to two years) that there is no quantitative or qualitative need for a range of employment uses. Further detail on this issue can be found in the GLA's Industrial Capacity SPG (2008) para. 4.13. Mixed use development schemes should not result in a net loss of employment capacity (floorspace and/or land) and should not compromise the viability of the site and/or its surroundings for employment purposes. Residential use within mixed use schemes will not be appropriate where it would be incompatible with established employment uses, or prejudicial to the site's continued operation for employment purposes.

New Employment Uses

The Council will: a. consider applications for new employment development (of an appropriate scale) in designated employment locations favourably b. ensure that any applications for new employment development (outside designated employment locations) are of an appropriate scale and have been planned positively in order to minimise any negative impacts on: climate change pollution transport accessibility design and character the amenity of surrounding residents current regeneration projects local employment c. ensure that any applications for new employment development, outside designated areas, demonstrate the application of the sequential approach and/or provide an impact assessment as outlined in national guidance (currently PPS4, Policy EC14).

Climate Change Mitigation

The Council will: a. direct new development, including housing, employment, services and leisure to previously developed sites in accessible locations such as Kingston Town Centre, Surbiton, Tolworth and New Malden to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy used by transport b. ensure that all development (including extensions, refurbishments and conversions) is designed and built to make the most efficient use of resources, reduce its lifecycle impact on the environment and contribute to climate change mitigation and adaptation by: reducing CO2 emissions during construction and throughout the lifetime of the development building to the highest sustainable design and construction standards minimising water consumption using sustainable materials reducing levels of pollution; air, water, noise and light planning for increased flood risk c. optimise opportunities for retrofitting existing buildings with energy efficiency measures and low and zero carbon energy technologies The Council aims to: d. identify areas suitable for designation as low carbon zones e. identify and take forward opportunities for large scale renewable and decentralised energy generation to deliver low CO2 emissions resulting from energy generation within the Borough

Sustainable Design and Construction Standards

The Council will require all new residential developments to achieve successively higher levels of the Code for Sustainable Homes Level category for energy/CO2 in accordance with the following timeline: Up to 2016: Code for Sustainable Homes Level 4 From 2016: Code for Sustainable Homes Level 6 Major developments should meet Code level 5 from 2013. Residential developments are encouraged to meet the other Code for Sustainable Homes Level categories (water, materials, surface water run-off and waste) as well. Where appropriate, other new build developments over 500m² including conversions, refurbishments, extensions and changes of use are encouraged to achieve higher levels of the appropriate BREEAM standard in accordance with the following timeline: Until 2013: BREEAM 'Excellent' From 2013 onwards: BREEAM Outstanding Buildings that are undergoing refurbishment or extension, but where the alterations are too small to be assessed under BREEAM are encouraged to comply with the policies for existing buildings set out in the Council's Sustainable Design and Construction SPD. Where it is not possible to meet the standards, compelling reasons must demonstrate that achieving the sustainability standards outlined in policies DM1 to DM3 would not be technically feasible or economically viable, the Council will negotiate planning contributions with developers to fund other methods to offset the environmental impact of the development. Further guidance on the level of contributions expected will be outlined in the Council's Planning Obligations SPD, or Community Infrastructure Levy charge, in line with Policy IMP3. New development should minimise air, noise and contaminated land impacts in line with industry best practice. Development proposals for contaminated land should include remediation measures. Monitoring Emissions The Council will promote good carbon management by monitoring CO2 emissions to ensure the development is operated within the CO2 emissions standards of the as-built specification and those outlined within the Council's Sustainable Design and Construction SPD.

Low Carbon Development

Independent Renewable Energy Generation The Council will consider all applications for independent renewable energy installations favourably, subject to other Core Strategy policies. The development of energy generating infrastructure will be fully encouraged by the Council providing that any opportunities for generating heat simultaneously with power are fully exploited. District Heating Networks The Council will seek to develop District Heating Networks in the following areas identified as being suitable for the establishment of a combined heat and power network as outlined in Figure 15: The Hogsmill Valley Area Kingston Town Centre Tolworth Regeneration Area Where relevant, development proposals in these areas should undertake the following when a District Heating Network is: Not in place – Major developments should undertake a detailed investigation into the feasibility of establishing a District Heating Network with the proposed development as an anchor heat load or contribute towards such feasibility work. Planned – make all reasonable efforts to ensure the proposed development will be designed to connect to the planned District Heating Network without any major changes to the development. When the network is in place, the development should be connected, unless it can be demonstrated that there is insufficient heating demand for an efficient connection. Present – connect to the District Heating Network and make all reasonable attempts to connect existing developments in the vicinity to the network, unless it can be demonstrated that connection of existing developments will not result in CO2 savings.

Hogsmill Valley - Major Developed Site

By defining a Major Developed Site (MDS) boundary around the Hogsmill STW to restrict and minimise its building footprint and by locating proposed new enabling developments at the edges of the existing built area, the future openness of the MOL is safeguarded and the width of the green corridor either side of the STW is maximised.

Climate Change Adaptation

The Council will: a. adapt to the effects of current and predicted climatic changes by working with its partners to develop a Climate Change Adaptation Strategy which will identify priorities for the Borough and future work programmes b. work towards minimising the urban heat island effect and prioritise areas c. ensure that future development takes into consideration the following: hotter summers and therefore increased cooling demands warmer, wetter winters and increased flood risk water shortages and drought urban heat island effect subsidence d. continue to work in partnership with the Environment Agency and other key stakeholders to address flooding from the River Thames and its tributaries and surface water flooding, as shown on Figure 16 e. promote local food growing by encouraging development proposals to include appropriate spaces for residents to grow their own food and the establishment of community gardens for community food growing

The Natural and Green Environment

The Council will protect and improve Kingston's valued natural and green environment by: a. seeking to ensure that residents have access to an interconnected network of safe, well managed and maintained areas of open space through the implementation of routes in the 'South West London Greenways Network Expansion - Feasibility Report', Kingston's Green Spaces Strategy, Park Management Plans and Annual Implementation Plans b. protecting Kingston's open space network from inappropriate development through its open spaces designations; Green Belt, Metropolitan Open Land (MOL), Thames Policy Area, Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINCs), Local Nature Reserves, Local Open Space, School Open Spaces, Green Corridors, Green Chains and Allotments, as shown on the Proposals Map c. facilitating regeneration, infrastructure upgrades and environmental improvement to the Hogsmill Environs d. incorporating appropriate elements of public open space into new developments and/or making a financial contribution to improving existing open spaces, with additional facilities and better management to Green Flag standards e. promoting the management of biodiversity in light of the threats arising from climate change and future development growth, by working in partnership with a range of organisations on projects to protect and enhance Kingston's Open Space Network. This will not only provide increased wildlife habitats, but will also link wider parts of Kingston, allowing easier movement and reducing isolation of habitats. f. protecting and enhancing Kingston's playing fields and ensuring that opportunities for the extension of existing provision or new recreation, children's play and sports facilities are encouraged; especially those that meet identified needs

Thames Policy Area

The Council, through actions identified in an adopted Mooring Business Plan, and through partnership working with the Thames Landscape Strategy and other agencies, will continue to protect and enhance the special character and environment of the River Thames and its tributaries, and will promote and enhance the use of the river and the riverside by: a. improving infrastructure and facilities for boat users that provide access to the river and the foreshore; such as, piers, jetties, wharfs, moorings, slipways, steps and stairs b. encouraging and supporting new facilities for river-buses and river-bus services at pier and wharf locations identified in the Kingston Town Centre Area Action Plan (K+20) c. supporting opportunities to improve the riverside walk to, and develop links from, the Hogsmill River and Thames River Corridor to other green networks in and out of the Borough d. improving river-based and riverside recreation and leisure activities and attractions e. protecting and enhancing the Thames River Corridor and its tributaries as a valuable resource for biodiversity and wildlife (wildlife corridor), and as a valuable part of the Blue Ribbon Network

Waste Reduction and Management

The Council supports the objectives of sustainable waste management set out in national guidance (currently PPS10) and the London Plan and will identify the necessary capacity in collaboration with the neighbouring boroughs of Croydon, Merton and Sutton to maximise self-sufficiency in managing the waste generated within the four boroughs. To achieve this the Council will: a. work with its partners across South London to prepare a Joint Waste DPD, which will identify locations suitable for waste management facilities to meet the London Plan apportionment and land use policies to support these b. be guided by the locational criteria provided in national guidance (currently PPS10) and the broad locations of Strategic Employment Locations, Local Employment Areas and existing Waste Management Sites identified in the London Plan in selecting suitable sites for waste management c. safeguard existing waste sites unless compensatory provision is made and support the redevelopment of existing sites to maximise their throughput d. set out arrangements for monitoring the changes in the stock of waste management facilities, waste arisings, and the amount of waste recycled, recovered and disposed of in the Joint Waste DPD e. exceed municipal waste recycling rates of 45% by 2015, 50% by 2020 and aspire to achieve 60% by 2031 f. address waste as a resource, looking to disposal as the last option in line with the waste hierarchy g. require integrated, well-designed recycling facilities to be incorporated into all new developments, where appropriate to increase recycling

Green Belt, Metropolitan Open Land (MOL) and Open Space Needs

The Council will: a. only allow development on sites adjacent to the Green Belt, MOL or other open space designation that does not have a detrimental impact on its visual amenities and respects the size, form and use of that open space, in accordance with national guidance (currently PPG2) b. ensure new development contributes to the provision and improvement of the quality, quantity, variety and accessibility of public open space, play and sports facilities, to meet the needs it generates in accordance with the local provision and accessibility standards set out in Annex 3 and the Planning Obligations SPD, or Community Infrastructure Levy charge c. ensure that development proposals do not result in the whole or partial loss of public open space, outdoor recreation facilities or allotments unless a replacement site or facility provides a net benefit to the local community and visitors in terms of the quality, availability and accessibility of open space or recreational opportunities d. ensure that development proposals do not harm open spaces which: i. contribute to the character, appearance and heritage value of the Borough's open space network ii. create focal points and valuable amenity space within the built up area iii. form part of an area of value for wildlife, sport or recreation e. ensure all new provision of sports and play meet qualitative standards and optimise accessibility to all users, including the local community and visitors

Biodiversity

The Council will: a. ensure new developments protect and promote biodiversity as part of sustainable design, through the inclusion of sustainable drainage, tree planting, soft landscaping, habitat enhancement and/or improvement, green roofs and new or improved semi-natural habitats, where appropriate b. require an ecological assessment on major development proposals, or where a site contains or is next to significant areas of habitat or wildlife potential. This should be completed before design work or submission of the planning application. c. ensure that new development does not result in a net loss of biodiversity and, where appropriate, should include new or improved habitats and provision for natural and semi-natural public green space, as set out in the Planning Obligations SPD or Community Infrastructure Levy charge.

Thames Policy Area

Proposals for riverside development and improved facilities will need to demonstrate that there will be no unacceptable impact upon navigation, biodiversity and flood risk. Development proposals on the riverside should preserve or enhance the waterside character, heritage value and setting, and provide physical and visual links with the surrounding areas (including views along the river). Where appropriate, in new developments, the Council will seek financial contributions towards improving the quality of the riverside environment including river infrastructure, open spaces, biodiversity, riverside walks, and links to the riverside from other open space networks in line with an adopted Mooring Business Plan, Policy IMP3 and the Kingston Town Centre Area Action Plan (K+20) Policy K13. Proposals for river based passenger or tourist services should utilise those pier or wharf locations identified as suitable in the Kingston Town Centre Area Action Plan (K+20).

Designing for Changing Climate

Design proposals should incorporate climate change adaptation measures based on the type and extent of the main changes expected in the local climate throughout the lifetime of the development, this is likely to require a flexible design that can be adapted to accommodate the changing climate, e.g. provision of additional shading or cooling. Where relevant, development proposals will need to take into consideration the requirements for climate change adaptation in the following ways: design of streets and siting of buildings incorporation of green and blue infrastructure building density reduction of potable water consumption All developments should provide communal or private spaces for residents and the community that: ameliorate the urban heat island effect provide flooding attenuation if required increase biodiversity

Water Management and Flood Risk

The Council will: a. require development to be designed to take account of the impacts of climate change including: water conservation, the need for summer cooling and increase flood risk from fluvial and surface water flooding b. consider development proposals in accordance with national guidance (currently PPS25), the Borough SFRA and related studies including the surface water management plans. The Kingston Town Centre Area Action Plan (K+20) Policy K24 Flood Risk Management will be taken into consideration in the assessment of development proposals within Kingston Town Centre. c. require a Flood Risk Assessment for major development proposals within Flood Zone 1 of one hectare or more and all new development in Flood Zones 2 and 3. It should address all sources of flooding, the future impact of climate change and take into account the findings of the SFRA, national guidance (currently PPS25) and good practice guidance. d. require development proposals to include Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDs) to manage and reduce surface water run-off unless is it can be demonstrated that such measures are not feasible. SUDs techniques include: rainwater recycling; soak-aways; porous surfacing and features to retain water on site (ponds and green spaces). Development proposals will need to be in line with the Mayor of London's drainage hierarchy. They should also demonstrate that there is adequate public sewerage capacity to serve their development and deal with surface water run-off. e. require development proposals to demonstrate that there is no adverse impact on the quantity or quality of water resources and, where possible, they should seek to improve water quality f. encourage efficient water use and for water conservation measures to be included in development proposals

Development in Conservation Areas and Affecting Heritage Assets

The Council will: a. continue to identify, record and designate assets, and periodically review existing designated assets within the Borough that are considered to be of special historic significance in order to ensure that future development will preserve or enhance locally distinctive heritage assets. These records will be maintained in the form of a Historic Environment Record. b. preserve or enhance the existing heritage assets of the Borough through the promotion of high quality design and a focus on heritage-led regeneration c. allow alterations which preserve or enhance the established character and architectural interest of a heritage asset, its fabric or its setting d. ensure that development proposals affecting historic assets will use high quality materials and design features which incorporate or compliment those of the host building or the immediate area e. respect features of local importance and special interest through the consideration of form, scale, layout, and detailed designs of a site, area or streetscape f. seek the conservation and improvement of the natural and built historic environment which contribute to the character of the Borough's historic riverside setting g. where possible, provide access for all to encourage public enjoyment of the historic environment and Kingston's heritage assets

Hogsmill Valley - Housing and Affordability

To compete and survive in changing times and to continue to be able to provide and increase the substantial economic and cultural benefits it presently offers to the Borough, the University must continue to attract new students and to support them in their studies. This includes providing adequate managed student residential accommodation that is supported by suitable social and recreational/sporting facilities.

Housing Delivery

The Council, with partners, will take full advantage of opportunities to deliver new housing and, in particular maximise the delivery of affordable housing. New housing should be delivered in the most sustainable locations, and with the associated infrastructure necessary to support it (see Section 7 for details of infrastructure requirements). The Council will seek to meet and exceed the Borough's annual housing target as set out in the London Plan for the period 2012/13 to 2026/27. The current target is to achieve 375 new units a year. The preferred locations for new housing are Kingston Town Centre, the three District Centres (Surbiton, Tolworth, New Malden), areas with the greatest Public Transport Accessibility Level (PTAL) and areas in need of improvement or renewal. The Council will seek to ensure that a broad mix of accommodation options are available to residents and that a range of local housing needs are met. The Council will expect all new residential developments to positively contribute to the Borough's existing residential environment and character, in accordance with the Borough Character Study, while optimising housing output in line with London Plan density policies.

Housing Quality and Mix

In order to ensure that the housing delivered is of high quality and the most appropriate type, the Council will expect proposals for new residential development to: a. accord with the principles of good design, as set out in Policies CS8-DM11 and the Residential Design SPD, including the provision of appropriate amenity space and play space provision b. incorporate a mix of unit sizes and types and provide a minimum of 30% of dwellings as 3 or more bedroom units, unless it can be robustly demonstrated that this would be unsuitable or unviable. On sites particularly suited to larger family housing, this minimum figure should be exceeded. c. in accordance with London Plan policies, demonstrate that the scheme has been designed to provide adequate internal space appropriate to the intended number of occupants d. be built to the relevant sustainable design and construction standards in accordance with the requirements of Policy DM1 e. be designed and built to 'Lifetime Homes' standards and ensure 10% of units are wheelchair accessible, or easily adaptable for residents who are wheelchair users In addition, the Council will: f. encourage housing schemes to be assessed against Building for Life criteria g. in appropriate locations, encourage the delivery of a variety of residential accommodation, including purpose built, managed student housing (see policy CS15), affordable housing, specialist and supported housing

Loss of Housing

The Council will resist the loss of existing accommodation (of all types) and, in particular, dwellings which are suitable for family accommodation. To protect existing family units that meet an identified need, the Council will, where necessary, limit the conversion of family units into houses in multiple occupation.

Affordable Housing

The delivery of affordable housing is a key priority and the Council will seek to maximise its provision. To achieve this the Council will work with partners to: a. seek to deliver at least 2,000 new affordable housing units over the period 2012/13 to 2026/27 b. explore all opportunities to deliver new affordable units as part of new residential developments and encourage applications for 100% affordable schemes c. expect developments of 5 or more units, or sites capable of delivering 5 or more units, to provide the maximum reasonable amount of affordable housing, subject to viability considerations On sites of 10 or more units require 50% of the units to be provided as affordable housing On sites of 5-10 units require the following: 5 units (1 Affordable unit) 6 units (1 Affordable unit) 7 units (2 Affordable units) 8 units (3 Affordable units) 9 units (4 Affordable units) 10 units (5 Affordable units) Proposals departing from these requirements will be expected to justify any lower provision through the submission of a financial appraisal d. within the affordable housing element of new developments seek to achieve a 70:30 tenure split between Social/Affordable Rent and Intermediate provision e. expect the provision of affordable housing to be on-site. In the exceptional circumstances when it can be justified that this would not be viable or practical, and provision cannot be made on an alternative site, then the Council may accept a contribution or commuted sum towards either delivery on an alternative site or other affordable housing initiatives.

Gypsy and Traveller Sites

The Council will protect the existing authorised gypsy and traveller plots at the Swallow Park site, Hook Rise and work with sub regional partners to identify provision to accommodate additional plots. It is anticipated a Development Plan will be produced within the first half of the plan period to meet the needs of gypsies and travellers. Proposals for new sites should meet the following criteria: a. have access to local services including shops, schools, GPs and other health services b. have good access to and from the public highway, bus routes and other transport modes c. not be located in areas of high flood risk d. not be located on contaminated land

Partnership Working in Kingston

The Council will work with a range of partners, including its Local Strategic Partnership, infrastructure providers and stakeholders, to ensure that requirements for new infrastructure and services can be met. In partnership, the future need and delivery of new infrastructure will be explored and site opportunities for new or enhanced infrastructure will be identified. Planned infrastructure will be set out in an Infrastructure Delivery Schedule which will be updated, where necessary, to incorporate partners' future plans.

Sewerage and Water Infrastructure

The Council will take account of the capacity of existing off-site water and sewerage infrastructure and the impact of development proposals on them. Where necessary, the Council will seek improvements to water and/or sewerage infrastructure related and appropriate to the development so that the improvements are completed prior to occupation of the development. The development or expansion of water supply or sewerage facilities and sewage treatment facilities at the Hogsmill Valley Sewage Treatment Works (STW) will normally be permitted, either where needed to serve existing or proposed new development, or in the interests of long term water supply and waste water management, provided that the need for such facilities outweighs any adverse land use or environmental impact and that any such adverse impact is minimised. The Hogsmill Valley STW is designated a Major Developed Site in Metropolitan Open Land to allow development of the facility (see the Hogsmill Valley Key Area of Change for details).

Securing Infrastructure

The Council will use Planning Obligations/Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) charge to secure financial contributions, or works, to meet on and off-site infrastructure requirements which are required to support and mitigate the impacts of development. The Council's approach to planning contributions is set out in a Supplementary Planning Document on Planning Obligations and a CIL Charging Schedule will be developed. Examples of infrastructure for which planning contributions will be required include transport schemes, education, health, climate change, community facilities, open spaces, and environmental improvements. It is acknowledged that such an approach will not always be suitable and where this is demonstrated the Council will negotiate on a site-by-site basis to ensure viability and deliverability. Developers are also encouraged to liaise with infrastructure providers as early as possible in the development process to ensure essential infrastructure services are provided effectively.

Facilitating Delivery

The Council will support the sustainable growth of the Borough and the targeted approach of the Core Strategy whilst ensuring that infrastructure can be provided through the following mechanisms: a. as landowner, the Council has an opportunity to consider how its decisions on the future use of its sites can support the vision and policies in the Core Strategy, and maximise the use of land and buildings through the Council's Asset Review b. Area Action Plans will be prepared to deliver key proposals where necessary c. the co-location of facilities will be welcomed where this will meet greater infrastructure needs and in order to increase public access d. the Infrastructure Delivery Plan and Schedule will be reviewed and updated to ensure that there is commitment to delivery from infrastructure providers

Waste

The site is required to be safeguarded in line with London Plan Policy 5.17 and PPS10.

Strategic Allocation

The Council will: designate approximately 1ha of Metropolitan Open Land within the Kingston University Clayhill Campus for around 300 managed student bedspaces and support upgrades to the quality of the external spaces on the existing campus for ancillary amenity and social meeting spaces negotiate with Thames Water the use of part or all of the former Surbiton Sewage Treatment Works (STW) for sport and recreational uses to serve the expanded Kingston University Clayhill Campus together with additional areas of nature conservation. If this cannot be achieved, the Council will alternatively seek to provide facilities for shared University/community use north of the Hogsmill or another suitable location. designate the development envelope of the Hogsmill Sewage Treatment Works as a Major Developed Site in Metropolitan Open Land support the provision of circa 300 new managed student bedspaces on the site of the existing open amenity land within the Clayhill Campus. This is dependent on the provision of replacement informal recreation/amenity space, and on it being available prior to first occupation of the student bedspaces. The replacement open space may be provided in phases with each opening phase of the student accommodation. Such open space must be provided within close and easy reach of the students living at the Clayhill Campus and be of an overall size that serves the needs of the whole campus. The removal of non-operational vehicle parking within the existing Clayhill Campus will provide opportunity for new informal recreation/amenity space, and upgrades to the quality of the existing external spaces will be supported.

Broad Location

The Council will: a. Climate Change and Sustainability: ensure all new development is carbon neutral ensure the proposed new student halls of residence and the existing Clayhill Campus are car free (except for essential operational, emergency and disabled vehicles) promote energy from waste/decentralised energy as part of development proposals explore opportunities for Combined Cooling and Heating Plant and setting up a District Heat Network with connections e.g. into the Cambridge Estate and new student housing development enabling development should be a Kingston exemplar for low/zero carbon or carbon neutral development b. Managing and Reducing Flood Risk: seek improved drainage infrastructure in the area to ensure land is capable of productive and beneficial use reduce flooding by creating a floodplain and 'naturalising' the river corridor with additional wetland areas either side c. Natural and Green Environment: assess the potential for an expanded AFC Wimbledon stadium and/or new sporting hub centred on the stadium, limiting any new developments to the edge of the built up urban fringe: increase the amount of publicly accessible Metropolitan Open Land and public pedestrian and cycle access routes through and across it promote the use of unused Thames Water Metropolitan Open Land for open leisure/sporting uses (for use by Kingston University and the local community), additional allotments, and parkland compatible with its Metropolitan Open Land designation seek environmental/biodiversity improvements in addition to those permitted in 2007 (the Surbiton Lagoon, the eastern Mound/Hogsmill River corridor and western lagoons) and secure greater public access to them subject always to giving priority to protecting local wildlife interests retain cemeteries and include 0.5ha of unused land to the rear of Addison Gardens for planned expansion of Surbiton cemetery. This 0.5ha will be added to the area of Metropolitan Open Land. retain the Addison Gardens allotments d. Sustainable Travel: create a permeable and legible network of high quality, safe footpaths, and cycle ways, i.e. to, from and through the area, including north-south links to areas either side of the Hogsmill River between Berrylands Station and Kingston Road. Enabling development will be expected to fund these. increase public access to sporting facilities north of Hogsmill by providing north-south cycle and walking links from Berrylands Station fulfil a long-held ambition of the Council to progress/complete the Hogsmill Valley Walk (4) between Kingston Cemetery and recreation grounds to the south of the railway line to deliver a linear riverside walk through the Hogsmill/Bonesgate Valley upgrade/improve security of pedestrian/cycle route between Lower Marsh Lane and Berrylands Station seek improvements to Berrylands Station and its use as a transport hub for the local area. Explore opportunities with South West Trains for increasing the frequency of stopping trains at Berrylands Station, and the possible use of Surbiton Station car park for Park and Ride, e.g. to serve the football stadium on match days. e. Character, Design, and Heritage: transform the area's poor quality environment and develop the area's character by introducing new recreation and leisure facilities and pedestrian and cycle routes ensure the Hogsmill River, that bisects the area, is utilised to establish a character for the area, balancing opportunities for access with the needs of habitat protection f. Housing and Affordability: support the principle of some limited enabling residential development in Lower Marsh Lane and industrial land at the southern end of Hampden Road subject to suitable alternative land being identified for existing businesses to relocate g. Economy and Employment: assess the opportunities to improve employment opportunities in the Hogsmill Valley area and to relocate existing businesses to sites elsewhere in the general area which more closely meet their aspirations to expand or upgrade their premises h. Local Centres: support initiatives which improve the economic viability and vitality of the Chiltern Drive shopping centre i. Healthy and Safer Communities: Promote the principle of: a new leisure/sporting hub on the land to the north of the Hogsmill River focused on an expanded Kingsmeadow Stadium (home of AFC Wimbledon and Kingstonian) for 10,000 spectators (incorporating leisure-related uses) the provision of access to recreation and sporting facilities for all, but especially those in the neighbouring areas of high deprivation connections for pedestrians and cyclists across the area to encourage trips by non-motorised transport partnership working with Thames Water to bring unused operational land into viable open leisure and recreation use, compatible with the Sewage Treatment Works' MOL designation and to improve odour management at the Sewage Treatment Works j. Education: support a primary school (up to 4 form entry) with playing fields (including floodlit and multi-use games areas) k. Community Facilities: Support: replacement youth club/community facilities for displaced clubs located closer to the Cambridge Road Estate with access off Hampden Road and Gladstone Road opportunity for other community facilities to be co-located in the new sports hub l. Waste: safeguard the Villiers Road waste site for waste management purposes in accordance with guidance in the South London Waste Plan

Hogsmill Valley Key Area of Change

The Hogsmill Valley area defined on Figure 12 and the Proposals Map shows the existing MOL designation and opportunities for change. The boundaries shown on Figure 12 are not prescriptive, but intended as a guide for future DPD consideration. The Proposals Map shows the Hogsmill Valley area of search, which is defined as a Broad Location Designation with a specific strategic site allocation for student housing on the Kingston University existing open recreation/amenity land within the Clayhill Campus (proposal to include replacement open informal recreation/amenity space within the Clayhill Campus) and the preferred site for new Kingston University ancillary sport and recreation. The Council will work with stakeholders and local strategic partners to prepare a Hogsmill Site Specific Allocation of Land development plan document (including a comprehensive Masterplan) that brings forward a range of viable improvements and new facilities/infrastructure to the area that achieves the vision for the area and meets its key challenges.

Kingston Town Neighbourhood

The Council will: a. Assess and progress the feasibility of District Heat Networks in the Hogsmill Area and Kingston Town Centre b. Promote the use of Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDs) in new developments to reduce surface water run-off and apply the findings of the Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) to reduce flood risk. In addition, the Council will work with partners to mitigate effects in the areas associated with the highest flood risk, which are: Mill Street/Villiers Road area Along the Hogsmill River and Thames Water Sewerage Works Area adjoining Albany Mews London Road Gibbon Road c. Work with partners and landowners to protect and enhance the natural and green environment by: completing the Hogsmill Walk and balancing the land use needs in the Hogsmill Valley, as well as enhancing its environment and biodiversity and increase public access enhancing the ecology and quality of open spaces in Canbury Gardens, Athelstan Recreation Ground, Latchmere Recreation Ground, Kingfisher and Kingston Road Recreation Ground improving and/or expanding allotment facilities in line with the Council's Allotment Strategy, particularly in the Canbury area to address the deficiency in provision progressing and implementing a Riverside Strategy d. Promote and enhance sustainable travel options by: working with partners to improve orbital links with other London boroughs working with partners to enhance cycle and pedestrian routes along the Thames riverside and to the Royal Parks improving the local network of pedestrian and cycle routes particularly to Kingston Town Centre, shopping parades, schools and other key facilities working with the London Borough of Richmond to improve cross boundary links, particularly to address bus delays on Richmond Road working with South West Trains to improve Norbiton Station including the provision of secure cycle parking and improved platform access continuing to manage on-street parking to prevent commuter parking including on the outskirts of the Town Centre and Norbiton Station e. Maintain and improve the character, design, and heritage of the area by: protecting and enhancing the features that contribute positively to the character and identity of Kingston Town. For example: the areas of high quality small-medium sized family housing the quality of the Thames Riverside, particularly Canbury Gardens and the area north to the Richmond boundary key views across the Neighbourhood, such as from Richmond Park towards Kingston Town Centre small areas of amenity green space, e.g. grass verges in the Tudor area improving attractiveness and safety of pedestrian links to the Hogsmill River enhancing links with Athelstan Recreation Ground considering the following areas for public realm improvement: Canbury Gardens Lower Ham Road Richmond Road Coombe Road Cobham Road Church Road Aldersbrook Drive considering extensions to the boundaries of the following Conservation Areas: Riverside North Kingston Old Town considering parts of Norbiton for Conservation Area status/special planning control f. Accommodate the majority of new housing in Kingston Town Centre. However the Council will also: outside Kingston Town Centre, focus housing delivery in the Norbiton area and promote the regeneration of the Cambridge Road Estate ensure that smaller "windfall" residential developments do not deplete the existing stock of small to medium sized family housing in the Kingston Town Neighbourhood deliver circa 300 bedspaces and associated leisure, recreation/sport social facilities in the Hogsmill Valley seek to meet needs for affordable housing and work with partners to identify suitable sites g. Enhance the economy and employment opportunities by: working with partners in order to maximise employment opportunities for those residents who face barriers to employment, particularly in order to address disproportionately high levels of worklessness in the Norbiton area working in partnership with Kingston University and Kingston College to enhance their facilities and their role in the local economy h. Maintain and enhance facilities and services in the Neighbourhood's Local Centres according to the recommendations below: Cambridge Road - ensure a range of shops and services is retained to meet local needs Coombe Road - support the addition of a suitably sized convenience store Kings Road - retain a suitably sized convenience store so that it continues to trade successfully Kingston Hill South/Park Road - ensure a range of shops and services is retained to meet local needs Richmond Road - ensure a range of shops and services co-exist with the specialist stores Surbiton Road - resist the addition of any further A5 uses Tudor Drive - resist the addition of any further A5 uses i. Work with local health providers in order to identify opportunities for improved GP facilities in the Grove and Canbury areas; where current provision is considered to be below standard j. Work with the Metropolitan Police, property owners and developers to secure the provision of new patrol bases for the Norbiton police officers k. Improve education services and facilities by: implementing plans for one new secondary school (potentially on the North Kingston Centre site) working in partnership with Kingston University and Kingston College to enhance their facilities and their role in the local economy l. Improve community services and facilities by promoting the wider use of facilities such as schools for community based activities, and support partnership working to facilitate the co-location of a range of community facilities, e.g. All Saints Church.

Maldens and Coombe Neighbourhood

The Council will: a. Seek to create a District Heat Network that links to the existing Combined Heat and Power facility at Kingston Hospital b. Manage and reduce the risk of flooding by: protecting open spaces adjoining the Beverley Brook and Hogsmill River Corridor from future development ensuring proposed redevelopment addresses the flood risk associated with Beverley Brook and Hogsmill River and include flood risk mitigation measures c. Maintain and improve access to open spaces through: implementing its Green Spaces Strategy, Parks Management Plans and associated Annual Implementation Plans in order to meet deficiency in publicly accessible natural/semi-natural open space and target qualitative improvements at: Barton Green Manor Park and Beverley Park for submission for Green Flag status the public play area at Georgia Road Dickerage Lane Recreation Ground Blagdon Road Recreation Ground exploring increased access to private open spaces, e.g. golf courses seeking to retain large gardens and plot sizes, particularly in Coombe, where not only do they hold amenity value but also contribute towards meeting environmental needs, e.g. encouraging biodiversity, acting as natural drainage to reduce surface water run-off and flood risk, and supplementing allotments by providing land to grow food targeting the deficiency in allotment provision across the Neighbourhood by improving/expanding allotment facilities in line with the Council's Allotment Strategy d. Promote and enhance sustainable transport options by: improving the local network of pedestrian and cycle routes particularly to New Malden, Local Centres, schools and other key facilities working with the London Boroughs of Merton and Sutton to improve cross boundary links particularly to Worcester Park Station and District Centre from the surrounding residential areas working with partners to provide fully secure cycle parking facilities at New Malden and Worcester Park Stations working with partners to manage congestion whilst improving road safety, bus priority and pedestrian crossing opportunities on the A3, Burlington Road and Malden Road better management of parking supply in New Malden District Centre especially at Blagdon Road Multi-Storey Car Park working with Kingston Hospital, Kingston University and other large employers and trip generators to facilitate accessibility by sustainable transport to their sites, e.g. through the development of Travel Plans e. Reinforce the character and identity of Maldens and Coombe and enhance its attractiveness as a place to live, work and enjoy by: working with public, private and voluntary sector stakeholders and promoting and managing development opportunities, particularly in the Cocks Crescent area of New Malden District Centre applying its high quality design principles to protect and enhance the features that contribute positively to the character of the Neighbourhood. In particular it will: support designation of a gateway to the Borough from Worcester Park at Malden Green/Worcester Park Station seek to retain the characteristic of large residential plot sizes in Coombe Hill and encourage development in line with existing local character support the identification of CI and Apex Towers as landmarks support public realm improvements as follows: in New Malden District Centre to promote the village feel at The Triangle Local Centre at Burlington Road Local Centre around the Robin Hood Roundabout and the approach to the Robin Hood Gate entry to Richmond Park f. Welcome affordable housing across the Neighbourhood and work with developers and landowners to provide a range of new homes, including family housing with gardens outside New Malden District Centre and higher density homes within the District Centre g. Encourage employment opportunities in the Neighbourhood by: continuing to protect St John's Industrial Area through improvements and redevelopments to meet the needs of small and medium sized enterprises and to improve the layout and functions of the area supporting a partnership approach to improvements at Kingston Hospital and Kingston University's Kingston Hill campus focusing additional opportunities in New Malden District Centre, recognising the important role it plays in the economy through expansion and redevelopment of existing retail and business locations and opportunity sites such as Cocks Crescent working with the University and other partners to create economic opportunities to retain the talent it develops h. Maintain and enhance retail in Maldens and Coombe Neighbourhood by: supporting in-principle additional food stores of an appropriate scale, within New Malden District Centre, to attract shoppers and help retain a greater proportion of local retail expenditure welcoming proposals for appropriate development on opportunity sites. For example, the Cocks Crescent area of the District Centre has potential for a comprehensive mixed use redevelopment, including leisure and community uses, to enhance the vitality and viability of the District Centre. There is also some development potential on sites around the Railway Station, e.g. at Coombe Road. favouring proposals for new, or changes of use to, A1 convenience shops in areas with poor access to Local Centres, especially in the Motspur Park area which has the greatest deficiency (see Figure 22) improving Local Centres where necessary, in particular: Burlington Road - where public realm improvements and diversification of uses is needed Kingston Road East - where a limited amount of short-term parking is needed Kingston Vale - expansion of the Local Centre i. Maintain and enhance health services by: working in partnership with local health providers and Kingston Hospital Trust to support the expansion of the hospital for operational reasons where necessary and to improve accessibility to Kingston Hospital working with local health providers to upgrade, expand and redevelop new GP surgeries (in accessible locations) within Coombe Hill and Old Malden, where surgeries are at capacity, and encourage shared accommodation where practical j. Work with the Metropolitan Police, property owners and developers to secure the provision of a modern base for the Coombe Hill police officers within or closer to its policing area k. Facilitate the provision of education by: working in partnership with Kingston University to continue to improve facilities at the Kingston Hill campus to meet operational requirements. The needs of the University should be balanced with ensuring that development is sensitive to the character and environment of the campus and the surrounding area, which is a Conservation Area. considering the expansion of Neighbourhood schools to provide sufficient school places to meet the increasing demand and changing needs, e.g. the potential expansion of Coombe Boys, Coombe Girls, Holy Cross and Richard Challoner Schools developing a new primary school (up to 4 forms of entry) off California Road, as part of the Hogsmill Valley Masterplan proposals

Surbiton Neighbourhood

The Council will: a. Assess and progress the feasibility of District Heating Networks at Surbiton Station Car Park and the Hogsmill Valley area b. Manage and reduce the risk of flooding by: ensuring that any future development proposals around the River Thames, Hogsmill River and Surbiton Stream/Tolworth Brook incorporate appropriate flood mitigation measures and Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDs) working in partnership with Thames Water, stakeholders and the local community to ensure that the former Thames Water Filter Beds and the Hogsmill Valley are enhanced to reduce flood risk and made safe for community use whilst taking account of nature conservation interests c. Seek to improve access to and the quality of the natural and green environment by: working with partners to provide for nature conservation, leisure and outdoor recreation and an extension of the riverside walk at the former Thames Water Filter Beds. Any proposed extension of the riverside walk shall include a full assessment of the potential impact on biodiversity and nature conservation interests including protected species. enhancing the Hogsmill Valley Walk and biodiversity along the Hogsmill Valley improving allotment facilities and expanding Tolworth Main Allotments working with partners through the implementation of the Council's Green Spaces Strategy, Parks Management Plans and associated Annual Implementation Plans, to target qualitative improvements at: Elmbridge Avenue Open Space, Rose Walk Open Space, and Raeburn Avenue Open Space Alexandra Recreation Ground and Victoria Recreation Ground to enable submission for Green Flag status Public play areas at Alexandra Recreation Ground d. Make the most of public transport services at Surbiton District Centre and enhance local accessibility further by: implementing a major scheme in Victoria Road and around the railway station to enhance the public realm, making cycling and walking more attractive options seeking increased train capacities and the rezoning of Surbiton Station in order to make prices fairer and more affordable and improve the attractiveness of the area as a business location working with partners to improve integration at Surbiton Station with other modes of transport including providing adequate secure cycle parking facilities and improving signage to nearby bus routes and facilities continuing to manage on-street parking to prevent commuter parking particularly around the Town Centre and railway station and support a reduction in parking capacity at the station addressing poor levels of transport accessibility in Berrylands by improving local walking and cycling routes and working with partners to enhance local bus services promoting the use of green vehicles and providing the appropriate infrastructure such as electric vehicle charging points around Surbiton District Centre e. Enhance and protect Surbiton's architecture and local identity by: ensuring that future development in Surbiton Neighbourhood relates to the existing character (set out in the Borough Character Study) in terms of design, scale, massing, height, density, layout, materials and colour. This will be achieved through joint working with public and private partners to promote and manage development opportunities, in particular at Surbiton District Centre, Surbiton Car Park, Surbiton Hospital, the Hogsmill Valley and Tolworth Broadway sites. safeguarding and improving features that contribute positively to the leafy character of the Surbiton Neighbourhood by seeking to retain large gardens and plot sizes, and where appropriate, enhancing important ecological and landscape features, in particular the River Thames, the former Thames Water Filter Beds, Alexandra Recreation Ground, Fishponds Park and Hogsmill Valley ensuring that future development relates to the existing natural and built environment, including important skyline views and landmarks such as the Clock Tower, Surbiton Railway Station and St Andrew's Church f. Enhance housing options in the Neighbourhood by: working with developers and landowners to provide a range of housing development sites, with higher density dwellings in and around Surbiton District Centre and railway station and lower density dwellings outside the District Centre ensuring, through partnership working, that the demand for present and future student housing is met, through seeking limited opportunities at Seething Wells Campus and expansion adjoining Clayhill Campus in Hogsmill Valley area g. Work with partners to protect and deliver sufficient and appropriate employment land and premises by: supporting the retention and provision of smaller, stand alone employment sites in Surbiton and resisting changes of use in these areas seeking to exploit rail connectivity to promote Surbiton District Centre as an area for economic growth h. Maintain and enhance Surbiton's Retail, District and Local Centres' facilities and services by: supporting in principle an increase in the range and quality of convenience goods in Surbiton District Centre ensuring that the creation of a safe and attractive environment is delivered through implementation of the Surbiton Town Centre Improvement Strategy improving the range of shops and the quality of the Local Centres at: Chiltern Drive - Expansion of the catchment population and/or consolidation of the retail activity in a particular area Berrylands Road - Expansion of retail or evening economy uses Ewell Road North - Addition of a modestly sized foodstore Ewell Road South - Addition of a suitably sized Convenience Store i. Work in partnership with local health providers to develop modern healthcare facilities and GP surgeries at Surbiton Hospital j. Accommodate additional school places at primary and secondary school level by: working with partners to support a delivery programme for expanding existing primary schools, recent examples include providing a new primary school at the Surbiton Hospital Site supporting opportunities for the expansion of Hollyfield Secondary School k. Address the lack of community facilities by investigating the co-location of facilities and services within a Community Hub in the area, including potentially at Sessions House on Ewell Road

South of the Borough Neighbourhood

The Council will: a. Mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change by: seeking to retain agricultural uses in the Green Belt land which presents opportunities for the implementation of measures to adapt to the effects of climate change, particularly through its potential to maintain a green environment and utilise its landscape to minimise the risk of flooding within the Borough exploring potential for a District Heat Network at Chessington Industrial Estate b. Manage and reduce the risk of flooding by: protecting open spaces next to the Hogsmill River corridor from future development ensuring development proposals seek to reduce surface water run-off through the inclusion of Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDs) applying and implementing the recommendations of the borough-wide Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) and Hogsmill Integrated Urban Drainage Study to manage and minimise the risk of flooding, paying particular attention to flood risk associated with the Bonesgate Stream and the Tolworth Brook/Surbiton Stream working with partners to identify areas at risk of surface water flooding and develop actions to address these risks working with partners and residents to mitigate and manage flood risk associated with the Bonesgate Stream and the Tolworth Brook/Surbiton Stream c. Manage, protect, and enhance the natural and green environment by: continuing to protect and enhance the Green Belt and provide good quality access to the open countryside on the urban fringe continuing to treat Malden Rushett as a 'washed over' settlement and determine planning applications in accordance with national guidance (currently PPG2: Green Belts) seeking to protect and enhance the strategic walking network through the Green Belt and along the Hogsmill River maintaining and protecting access to the watercourses within the Neighbourhood, including the Hogsmill River and Bonesgate Stream establishing and maintaining views to the Green Belt and open spaces along Leatherhead Road and near Green Lane, as per the Borough Character Study seeking the enhancement of Mount Road Open Space Site of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINC), and improve and maintain the quality of all public green space in South of the Borough, particularly King Georges Field, Woodgate Avenue Open Space, Chessington Wood and King Edwards Recreation Ground which have been identified as having the best opportunities to implement change treating, as a Major Developed Site, the land shown on the Proposals Map at Chessington World of Adventures. The Major Developed Site has been defined in accordance with national guidance (currently PPG2: Green Belts) and provides a boundary within which the existing land use as an amusement park has the benefit of being acceptable. Development within the Major Developed Site must meet criteria within PPG2 Annex C or any future policy guidance. d. Promote and enhance sustainable transport options by: seeking to address the poor levels of public transport provision in South of the Borough by working with partners to provide new or extended local bus services working with TfL to manage congestion whilst improving road safety and crossing opportunities on the A3 and A243 improving the local network of pedestrian and cycle routes particularly to Hook and Chessington shopping parades, Chessington Community College, primary schools, the Hook Centre and other community facilities making the most of the Neighbourhood's green spaces by enhancing the network of walking routes and cycle "greenways" to and through them working with businesses, particularly in Chessington Industrial Estate to improve sustainable travel options for employees and reduce reliance on car travel through the development of travel plans and to manage freight movements to their sites to minimise the impact on surrounding residential areas e. Work to protect and enhance the following positive character, design, and heritage features: views across open land into and out of the Green Belt the large areas of established, high quality outer suburban character front and back gardens property boundaries street trees (including opportunities for new street trees and planting) the Scheduled Ancient Monument at Castle Hill f. Maintain and enhance housing options in the Neighbourhood by: making the most of opportunities to develop family housing with gardens working with developers to provide a range of new homes, including affordable homes, on Brownfield sites in and around Tolworth District Centre, including on the former Government offices, Toby Jug and Marshall House site protecting and maintaining the established Gypsy and Travellers site at Swallow Park and taking opportunities to address unauthorised Gypsy and Traveller sites in the Neighbourhood seeking to meet needs for affordable housing and working with partners to identify suitable sites g. Encourage employment opportunities in the Neighbourhood by: continuing to protect Chessington Industrial Estate and Barwell Business Park as Strategic Industrial Locations and the Locally Significant Industrial Sites at Silverglade Business Park and Red Lion Industrial Estate working with the Chessington Industrial Estate occupiers to deliver improvements to transport provision, the appearance of the area and enhanced facilities supporting Chessington World of Adventures as a regional tourist attraction by partnership working with CWOA and the Local Community through the preparation of an appropriate planning document that supports planned investment. This planning document may include a review of the existing Major Developed Site boundary, which would be taken forward through the Development Plan process. h. Maintain and enhance the South of the Borough's retail, district and local centres' facilities and services by: maintaining, enhancing and where appropriate expanding the local facilities and services of the Ace of Spades, North Parade and Hook Parade Local Centres encouraging in the largest retail deficiency area, appropriate A1 convenience shops, or in special circumstances other retail uses where a benefit to the local residents can be demonstrated supporting the implementation of improvements to Tolworth District Centre (see Section 5 for further details) i. Accommodate the need for additional or expanded healthcare facilities by: working with local health providers in order to identify and deliver suitable sites for the expansion and or replacement of GP premises, particularly in Chessington North, Tolworth and Hook Rise wards supporting the establishment of dentistry practices and enhanced pharmacy and optical services in the Tolworth area j. Address the need to provide additional school places in the South of the Borough by: exploring opportunities to provide improved facilities for Southborough Boys and Tolworth Girls Schools supporting the expansion of Lovelace and Ellingham Primary schools k. Ensure the continued provision of community facilities by: working to maintain and enhance access to community centres and librar

Tolworth Key Area of Change

The Council will: a. Climate Change and Sustainability: assess the potential for District Heat Networks within the Tolworth Tower complex and on the government offices, Toby Jug and Marshall House site b. Managing and Reducing Flood Risk: implement the recommendations of the SFRA, related studies and surface water management plans, working with the Environment Agency, Thames Water and developers to reduce surface water flooding, particularly in the area of the Sunray Estate c. Natural and Green Environment: work with partners and operators to promote and improve the range and quality of provision for leisure, recreation and play through the provision of information; the implementation of the Green Spaces Strategy and its Annual Implementation Plans, including: improving Alexandra Recreation Ground, especially play facilities for a wider age group continuing to improve King George's Field through: improvements to changing facilities and pitch drainage; considering options for the disused bowling green and more planting to enhance biodiversity progress action plans for allotments at Tolworth Main, Knollmead and Ladywood Road to implement the objectives of the Council's Allotment Strategy protect and enhance biodiversity through: continuing to manage Tolworth Court Farm Fields as a Local Nature Reserve progressing the designation of Tolworth Court Farm Manor site as a Local Nature Reserve and implementing the approved Management Plan planting and habitat creation on other green spaces, e.g. meadow and tree planting at King George's Field protecting and improving connections between green spaces (green corridors) to allow species to move and spread d. Sustainable Travel: reduce the dominance and severance effect of the A240 and A3 strategic road network on Tolworth and the adverse impact of traffic and congestion through: partnership work with TfL and the preparation and implementation of a public realm design strategy for the A240 corridor and the careful design of pedestrian, cycling, parking and servicing facilities on Tolworth Broadway, Ewell Road and Kingston Road improvements to the quality and convenience of connections for pedestrians, people with disabilities and cyclists, including across Tolworth Broadway, by removing the central barrier, across the Tolworth Tower site from Ewell Road to Tolworth Broadway and across the A3 and Tolworth roundabout measures to improve the safety and efficiency of the A240 corridor, e.g. crossing and junction improvements, smarter travel initiatives, including workplace and school travel plans, and provision of car club bays to encourage mode shift and reduce car use promote public transport improvements through lobbying and partnership work with transport providers (TfL, South West Trains and Network Rail) including: the extension of the 281 bus service from the rear of Tolworth Tower across the A3 to serve Tolworth Station, housing and facilities south of the A3 more frequent trains, including after 9pm improvements to the appearance and functioning of Tolworth Station and forecourt, access to the platforms, interchange between bus and rail services and secure cycle parking maintain on-street parking capacity in the District Centre and introduce a user hierarchy work with Tolworth Tower owners to rationalise the parking regime, reduce long-stay office parking and increase public short-stay shopper/visitor parking provide convenient secure cycle parking for short and long-stay use, and motorcycle parking including at Tolworth Tower, Tolworth Station and along Tolworth Broadway/Ewell Road increase provision of continuous segregated cycle routes including along the A240 corridor, between Red Lion Road and King Charles Road, on the south side of Jubilee Way, and between schools and housing reduce delivery, servicing and road user conflict by improving the provision of on-street loading bays, the functioning of rear and off-street service areas, e.g. at Tolworth Close, Broadoaks and Tolworth Tower, and information/signage improve connections between leisure facilities/green spaces and housing, including a new pedestrian route from Knollmead (Sunray Estate) to Kingston Road continue to work in partnership to secure improvements to the Hogsmill Valley Walk and along the Bonesgate Stream retain and recognise the strategic importance of the Strategic Rail Freight Site located south of Tolworth station off Kingston Road for the sustainable movement of aggregates and its significance for aggregate supply to London and Surrey. Future use should enhance the use of the railhead to reduce road movements of aggregates. e. Character, Design, and Heritage: reinforce the character and identity of

Hogsmill Valley - Local Centres

The 300 additional student bedspaces will provide some additional catchment population for the local shopping centre at Chiltern Drive, particularly when added to the increased catchment population generated by the new sports hub north of the Hogsmill, access to and from which will be made much easier by the proposed new footpath and cycle links between it and Berrylands Station.

Retail and Town Centres

The Council will: a. maintain and enhance the attractive and distinctive character of Kingston Town Centre and its role as a sustainable Metropolitan Centre, through the implementation of the Kingston Town Centre Area Action Plan (K+20) b. seek to enhance the vitality and viability of New Malden, Surbiton and Tolworth District Centres so that they complement the role of Kingston Town Centre and remain the focus for "walk to" services, shopping and other town centre uses of an appropriate scale for the size of the centre, e.g. business and employment, culture, community uses, entertainment, farmers and street markets, policing, leisure and housing (including affordable housing), and continue to provide employment opportunities c. seek to protect and enhance Local Centres (as designated on the LDF Proposals Map) and local convenience shops so that they continue to provide locally accessible goods and services. Units must be of a suitable scale for: i. the size of the centre and ii. the catchment area and iii. employment opportunities d. update the Local Centres' Study (2009) and explore how to improve local shopping provision in residential areas with the greatest deficiency (Areas 6 and 7 outlined in the Local Centre's Study (2009)) e. conduct regular town centre healthchecks f. promote shopmobility schemes

Protecting Existing Retail Uses

The Council will: a. retain shopping frontages in the District Centres (as designated on the LDF Proposals Map) predominantly for retail use, so that they continue to provide locally accessible goods and services and employment opportunities of a suitable scale for the size of the centre and or catchment area. Applications for change of use that would threaten the predominance of A1 uses will be resisted. b. support local shops and resist their loss (particularly convenience shops) in Local Centres and outside designated centres

New Retail Development

The Council will: a. consider applications for new retail development in designated centres favourably, in order to meet identified future needs and ensure accessibility by sustainable transport b. support the co-location of retail and community facilities in appropriate locations (see Policy CS16) c. ensure that any applications for new retail development are of an appropriate scale and have been planned positively in order to minimise any negative impacts on: climate change pollution transport accessibility design and character the amenity of surrounding residents current regeneration projects local employment d. ensure that any applications for new retail development where relevant, demonstrate the application of the sequential approach and provide an impact assessment as outlined in national guidance (currently PPS4, Policy EC14)

Retail and Town Centres

Maintain and enhance the South of the Borough's retail, district and local centres' facilities and services by: maintaining, enhancing and where appropriate expanding the local facilities and services of the Ace of Spades, North Parade and Hook Parade Local Centres encouraging in the largest retail deficiency area, appropriate A1 convenience shops, or in special circumstances other retail uses where a benefit to the local residents can be demonstrated supporting the implementation of improvements to Tolworth District Centre (see Section 5 for further details)

Reducing the Need to Travel

To reduce the need to travel, particularly by car the Council will: a. protect and enhance the availability of employment and key facilities including shops, healthcare and leisure facilities within local communities b. locate major trip generating development in accessible locations well served by public transport including Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Kingston Town Centres. Sites that have poor levels of accessibility by sustainable modes will not usually be considered suitable for development that could generate high numbers of trips. c. retain the Aggregates Depot, Kingston Road, Tolworth to provide a strategic rail-based aggregates facility (Strategic Rail Freight Site)

Sustainable Travel

To support and encourage the use of public transport, cycling and walking the Council will: a. promote and enhance the strategic cycling and walking networks, as shown on the Proposals Map b. enhance and promote the Borough's network of quiet residential roads, traffic free routes and open spaces as attractive, safe and convenient walking and cycle routes c. provide infrastructure, including cycle lanes and crossing facilities, to overcome specific barriers to the safety and convenience of cycling and walking trips, such as the A3, busy roads/ junctions, rail lines and the Hogsmill River d. tackle bike theft and provide adequate secure and convenient cycle parking across the Borough at all key locations including town centres, shops, schools and train stations e. promote cycling and walking including through school and workplace travel plans and provide supporting measures such as cycle training f. work with and lobby partners to improve existing train services including increased capacities, frequencies and late night services, improved station facilities and fairer pricing including the rezoning of Surbiton and Kingston stations g. work with and lobby partners to improve sub regional, orbital and cross boundary public transport particularly to serve catchments of major trip attractors including Kingston Town Centre, Kingston University and Kingston Hospital h. work with and lobby Transport for London to improve the Borough's network of local bus services particularly in areas of low public transport accessibility such as the south of the Borough i. improve integration between transport modes particularly to provide improved accessibility to train stations

Managing Vehicle Use

To manage car use to ensure sustainability, road safety and reduce congestion the Council will: a. support and promote the use of car share and car club schemes including expanding the network of on-street car club bays b. support the use of low emission vehicles including the provision of electric vehicle charging points c. implement traffic management measures to ensure highway safety, improve residential amenity and smooth traffic flow d. manage on and off-street parking provision to promote sustainability and residential amenity, whilst maintaining the economic vitality of the town centres e. encourage efficient, safe and sust

Hogsmill Valley - Sustainable Travel

There are opportunities to improve footpath and cycle linkages across the Hogsmill Valley. Implementing the section of the Hogsmill Walk going through the Hogsmill Valley will complete an important section of the 'town to downs' strategic footpath network and contribute to the emerging All London Green Grid SPG. Improved footpath links between the sporting hub (including the stadium) and Berrylands Station will provide an alternative choice to Norbiton Station.

Managing Vehicle Use

To manage car use to ensure sustainability, road safety and reduce congestion the Council will: a. support and promote the use of car share and car club schemes including expanding the network of on-street car club bays b. support the use of low emission vehicles including the provision of electric vehicle charging points c. implement traffic management measures to ensure highway safety, improve residential amenity and smooth traffic flow d. manage on and off-street parking provision to promote sustainability and residential amenity, whilst maintaining the economic vitality of the town centres e. encourage efficient, safe and sustainable freight transport f. promote Park and Ride facilities to Kingston Town Centre as a sub-regional transport priority

Sustainable Transport for New Development

To support and promote the use of sustainable modes of travel to development sites the Council will: a. require all significant new development, including schools, workplaces and residential developments to develop and implement a robust and effective Travel Plan b. prioritise the access needs of pedestrians and cyclists in the design of new developments and protect and enhance pedestrian and cycle access routes to, and where possible, through development sites, including the protection or enhancement of the strategic cycling and walking networks, as shown on the Proposals Map c. require new development to provide facilities on-site for cyclists as appropriate, including showers, lockers and secure, convenient cycle parking, in accordance with minimum standards d. require development to make a financial contribution towards sustainable transport improvements and initiatives in line with the Planning Obligations SPD/CIL

Managing Vehicle Use for New Development

To ensure that new development does not contribute to congestion or compromise highway safety the Council will: a. require all major developments to submit a Transport Assessment based on TfL's Best Practice Guidance b. require new development to comply with car parking standards and implement parking management schemes c. restrict eligibility for on-street parking permits for residents of new developments located in controlled parking zones d. require new development to provide car club and electric vehicle infrastructure where appropriate in accordance with minimum standards