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Southend-on-SeaCore Strategy Development

Plan DocumentRegulation 25

Consultation on alternative approaches to delivering strategic

objectives


What is the Core Strategy DPD?

a Development Plan Document (DPD) part of the statutory development plan

the first of a series of documents that make up the Local Development Framework

must comprise: a Spatial Vision & Strategic Objectives a Spatial Strategy Core Policies a Monitoring & Implementation framework for delivery

monitored Annually It is not a Replacement Borough Local

Plan


How does it fit within the Town’s Local Development Framework

(LDF)?


Consultation on alternative approaches

inviting views and comments on: the suggested approach and possible

alternatives; and the Initial Sustainability Appraisal/SEA

use these to develop a second consultation document setting out the preferred approach

the findings of the SA/SEA will also influence development of preferred options


The national, regional and local strategic policy

context

And Planning Policy Statements, Good Practice Guides etc


The Core Strategy must address spatially the

delivery of: regeneration of Southend as a cultural and

intellectual hub and a centre of education excellence

jobs-led regeneration and growth: 13,000 additional jobs 2001-2021 6,000 additional dwellings 2001-2021

a step change in infrastructure investment and improved accessibility

High quality urban and natural environments

Urban Renaissance


The structure of the Core Strategy DPD:

Section1An Aim and 16 Strategic Objectives Section 2Three over-arching Key Polices dealing with

broad spatial, development and implementation principles

Section 3-11Nine Core Policies setting out more specific

development principles for specific themes

all new development must accord with these principles


Section 2: Key Policies

Key Policies cover the following issues: Spatial Strategy – where? Development Principles – how? Implementation and Resources –

who?


Key Spatial Strategy Options


Key Development Principles delivering the Spatial Strategy in a

sustainable manner ensuring all new development contributes

to: economic, social and physical regeneration and

Southend’s role as a cultural and intellectual hub making the best use of previously developed

land and buildings a step change in the design and quality of

buildings and spaces in the town respect for the natural, urban and historic

environments


Implementation and Resources

clear planning guidance – Area Action Plans and SPDs

investment and resources – including the use of planning obligations

assembly of ‘clean sites’ - including use of Council land holdings, partnership arrangements and CPOs

fast track planning applications for employment generating development

Successful delivery of regeneration will depend on:


Sections 3 – 11 Core (Thematic) Policies

3: Employment Generating Development – building on the town’s economic strengths

4: Town Centre and Retail Development – town centre/existing centres/new locations

5: Transport and Accessibility – improved and sustainable transport infrastructure

6: The Environment and Urban Renaissance – achieving a high quality, sustainable urban environment


Section 3 – 11 Core (Thematic) Policies

7: Minerals and Soils Resources – protecting minerals and soils; restoring contaminated land

8: Community Infrastructure – ensuring education, health and well-being

9: Sport, Recreation and Green Space – safeguarding existing and securing new facilities

10: Dwelling Provision – meeting housing needs and securing affordable housing

11: Monitoring and Review – appraising effectiveness


Above all it’s about people…….


Buildings and places………..


and the environment!


What happens next?

Key Stage Date

Preferred Options Consultation

July 2005

Consideration of representations & discussions with community stakeholders

August – October 2005

Submission of Core Strategy DPD to SoS

March 2006

Pre examination meeting July 2006

Target date for Public Examination

September – October 2006

Adoption and Publication March – April 2007


Consultation deadline

16th March 2005 www.southend.gov.uk

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