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SUGGESTED MODIFICATIONS TO THE STRATEGIC POLICIES & LAND ALLOCATIONS DPD - CONSULTATION OCTOBER 2018)CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 4: STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
SPLA M11Strategic Objective
SO2Absent objective
Include new objective
Deliver and encourage new housing development in the district sufficient to deliver and
maintain a 5 year housing land supply
To provide greater clarity on purpose of objective SO2 MAIN No No
SPLA M12Strategic Objective
SO3
First Bullet Point:
'Respecting, conserving and enhancing the character,
setting and local distinctiveness of places, buildings
and landscapes through positive urban design and
siting of development and encouraging new
development to make a positive contributrion , in
order to retain the district's unique character and
identity; Maintaining and snhancing the character and
heritage of the district's settlements;'
Replace Bullet Point with the following text
'Respecting the character and local distinctiveness of places, buildings and landscapes
through carefully design and siting of development, and encouraging new development
to make a positive contribution, in order to retain the district's unique character and
identity;'
To provide greater clarity within the Strategic
Objectives and to align better with the District's
Heritage Strategy.
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SPLA M13Strategic Objective
SO3
Fifth Bullet Point
'Realising the tourism and visitor potential and
economic benefitsof the district's historic
environment, and ensuring that engagement with and
access to it are increased;'
Replace Bullet Point with the following text
'Realising the tourism and visitor potential and economic benefits of the district's historic
environment, and ensuring that engagement with, and access to, it are increased in a
sustainable manner.'
To provide greater clarity within the Strategic
Objectives and to align better with the District's
Heritage Strategy.
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SPLA M14Strategic Objective
SO4N/A
To include a further objective which relates to air quality which reads:
'Working to reduce levels of air pollution within the district, particularly in the designated
Air Quality Management Areas (AQMAs) of Lancaster City Centre, Carnforth Town
Centre and Galgate and other major transport corridors within the district.'
To provide consistency with out policies contained
within the Local Plan (both the Strategic Policies &
Land Allocations DPD and Development
Management DPD.
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CHAPTER 5: KEY DIAGRAM
SPLA M15 Key Diagram New references to be added. References to be added to the Key Diagram which identify the neighbouring authorities. To provide further clarity within the diagram. MAIN No No
CHAPTER 6: PRESUMPTION IN FAVOUR OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
CHAPTER 7: THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF OUR TOWNS AND VILLAGES
SPLA M21 Policy SP2
4. Rural Villages - these settlements will
accommodate development that meets evidenced
local needs only.
4. Rural Villages - these settlements will accommodate development that meets
evidenced local needs only. Development in these villages should only result in infilling
and the rounding-off of the settlement.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M23 Policy SP2
This will ensure that the protected landscape
designation in these areas will be given significant
consideration in accordance with national planning
guidance.
Amend sentence to read:
This will ensure that the protected landscape designation in these areas will be given
significant consideration in accordance with national planning guidance.
This will ensure that only development that can be accomodated without harm to the
AONB's primary purpose (insert footnote from National Parks and Access to the
Countryside Act 1949; confirmed by Section 82 of the Countryside and
Rights of Way Act 2000 which outlines the primary purpose) will be permitted,
recognising that appropriately located and designed development can contribute to
conserving and enhancing the landscape and settlement character.'
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SPLA M25 Policy SP3Additional paragraph to be included following
paragraph 7.18
Additional paragraph to read:
The development strategic ensures that only development that can be accommodated
without the harm to the AONBs primary purpose (to conserve and enhance the natural
beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the area) will be permitted, whilst maintaining a
positive approach, recognising that appropriately located and designed development can
contribute to conserving and enhancing the landscape and settlement character,
including where opportunities for regeneration and redevelopment to be delivered.
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CHAPTER 8: ECONOMIC GROWTH
SPLA M28 Policy SP5
Final Paragraph
The development of these sites will seek to deliver
approximately 48.9 hectares of new employment land
and provide opportunities for the creation of new
jobs in a variety and range of economic sectors as
identified both with the Employment Land Review
and the Lancashire Economic Partnerships' Strategic
Economic Plan (SEP).
Final Paragraph
The development of these sites will seek to deliver approximately 48.9 hectares of new
employment land and will provide opportunitiesTo facilitate and support opportunities
for economic growth across the Plan period, the Local Plan seeks to allocate 59.5
hectares of employment land to provide for the creation of new jobs in a variety and
range of economic sectors identified within the Lancaster District Employment and
Review, the 'Acheiving Economic Potential for Lancaster District' Report and the
Lancashire Economic Partnerships' Strategic Economic Plan (SEP).
To provide further clarity within the Policy. MAIN No No
CHAPTER 9: HOUSING
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SPLA M29 Policy SP6
First Sentence
Paragraph 47 of the Framework places a
responsibility on every local planning authority to
plan for their full objectively assessed housing need.
This is achieved by identifying an Objectively Assessed
Need figure (OAN) for housing and then exploring
opportunities available to deliver it through planning
policy. The OAN is determined using nationally
applicable guidance to consider a wide range of
evidence on demographics, economic potential and
local housing market circumstances to arrive at a
recommended level that would allow the needs
arising from both demographic change and a growing
economy to be realised. The recommendation
informs the basis of a specific housing requirement
which is established within the Local Plan.
Paragraph 47 65 of the National Planning Policy Framework places a responsibility on
every local planning authority to establish a housing requirement figure for the whole
area, which shows the extent to which their identified need (and any needs that cannot
be met within neighbouring areas) can be met over the plan period. Within this overall
requirement, strategic policies should also set out a housing requirement for designated
neighbourhood plan areas which reflect the overall strategy for the patter and scale of
development and any relevant allocations. plan for their full objectively assessed housing
need. This is achieved by identifying an Objectively Assessed Need figure (OAN) for
housing and then exploring opportunities available to deliver it through planning policy.
The OAN is determined using nationally applicable guidance to consider a wide range of
evidence on demographics, economic potential and local housing market circumstances
to arrive at a recommended level that would allow the needs arising from both
demographic change and a growing economy to be realised. The recommendation
informs the basis of a specific housing requirement which is established within the Local
Plan.
To reflect updates to national planning policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M30 Policy SP6
Policy SP6 establishes what the Council consider to be
a deliverable and realistic housing requirement in the
distirct. Through Policy SP6 the Local Plan sets out
how the Council will seek to deliver just over 12,000
new dwellings over the period 2011 / 2012 to
2033/34, 3 years post the official plan period of
2031/32 and equivalent to an annual requirement of
522 dwellings per annum. An additional 3 years of
supply has been included post adoption to ensure
that the Plan meets the requirements to plan for a
full 15 years following adoption. This means that in
housing delivery terms the plan will cover a period of
Policy SP6 establishes what the Council consider to be a deliverable and realistic housing
requirement in the distirct. Through Policy SP6 the Local Plan sets out how the Council
will seek to deliver just over 12,000 9,000 new dwellings over the period 2011 / 2012 to
2030 3/31 4, 3 years post the official plan period of 2031/32 and equivalent to an annual
requirement of 455 522 dwellings per annum. The accompanying housing trajectory set
out in Appendix E of this DPD identifies Aa n additional 3 years of supply has been
included post adoption to ensure that the Plan meets the requirements to plan for a full
15 years following adoption. The 455 dwelling per annum figure has been rolled forward
to cover the 15 year NPPF period. Th is means that in housing delivery terms the plan will
cover a period of 23 years.
To update the plan in relation to reflect evidence and
provide consistency with the wider Local Plan.MAIN No No
SPLA M32 Policy SP6
Table 9.1
Pre-Adoption. Plan Period Year 2011/12 - 2016/17.
Completions - 2,070
Pre-Adoption. Plan Period Year 2017/18 - 2018/19.
Delivery Expectation 941
First five years post adoption. Plan Period Year
2019/20 - 2023/24. Delivery Expectation 3,733
Years 6-10 post adoption. Plan Period Year 2024/25 -
2028/29. Delivery Expectation 2,857
Years 11-15 post adoption. Plan Period Year 2029/30 -
2033/34. Delivery Expectation 2,455
Table 9.1
Pre-Adoption. Plan Period Year 2016 1/17 2 - 2018 6/19 7. Completions - 595 2,070
Pre-Adoption. Plan Period Year 2017/18 - 2018/19. Delivery Expectation - 392 941
First five years post adoptionPost adoption to 2030/31 . Plan Period Year 2019/20 -
2030 23/31 24. Delivery Expectation - 6,391 3,733
Years 6-10 post adoptionAdditional 3 years post adoption . Plan Period Year
2031 24/3225 - 2033 28/34 29. Delivery Expectation - 1.255 2,857
Years 11-15 post adoption. Plan Period Year 2029/30 - 2033/34. Delivery Expectation
2,455
Total. 12,056
To provide further clarity on this matter. MAIN No No
SPLA M33 Policy SP6 Additional paragraph to follow Table 9.2
New paragraph to read
Allowing for a 20% lapse rate on small site delivery and an allowance for demolitions and
change of use the expected delivery within the Local Plan period is reduced to 9,124
dwellings. It is on this basis that the future housing requirement for the district has been
calculated.
To provide further clarity on this matter. MAIN No No
SPLA M34 Policy SP6
The Council are comfortable that the allocation of
land within the Local Plan will lead to a wide range of
opportunities for development which will more than
sufficiently provide for housing delivery within the
first five years of the plan…
The Council are comfortable that the allocation of land within the Local Plan will lead to a
wide range of opportunities for development which will more than sufficiently provide
for housing delivery within the first five years of the plan…
To provide consistency with national planning policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M35 Policy SP6 New paragraph to be added following paragraph 9.23
New paragraph to read:
In line with national planning guidance, the Council have sought to provide certainty over
the scale of housing growth which is expected to be delivered (as a minimum) in
neighbourhood plan areas. The scale of growth identified should be preferably acheived
through the preparation of positively prepared and proactive neighbourhood plans,
however in the absence of a neighbourhood plan this will be achieved via the decision-
making process.
The figures provided in Policy SP6 have been provided in the context of the Council's
Strategic Housing and Employment Land Availability Assessment (SHELAA),
consideration of recent growth within the neighbourhood plan area, physical constraints
which may affect growth potential and the settlements position in the settlement
hierarchy. The figures provided represent a minimum 'starting point' expectation and
should be boosted by further growth where it represents sustianable development and is
in accordance with relevant national and local planning policy.
To reflect updates to national planning guidance. MAIN No No
SPLA M37 Policy SP6
First Paragraph
Between 2011/12 and 2033/34 the Council will seek
to deliver a net minimum delivery of 522 new
dwellings per annum over a 23 year delivery period,
equivalent to 12,000 new dwellings.
First Paragraph
Between 2011/12 and 2030 3/31 4 the Council will seek to deliver a net minimum delivery
of 455 522 new dwellings per annum over a 20 3 year delivery plan period, equivalent to
9,100 12,000 new dwellings.
To provide greater clarity within the DPD. MAIN No No
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SPLA M38 Policy SP6New paragraph to be added following the first
paragraph of the policy.
Beyond the Plan period the 455 dwelling per annum figure has been rolled forward to
cover a longer delivery period of 23 years.To provide greater clarity within the DPD. MAIN No No
SPLA M39 Policy SP6
Reference in the Housing Table
SG1 - Bailrigg Garden Village - No of Dwellings 3,500 -
No of Dwellings Anticipated in the Plan Period - 1,655
Reference in the Housing Table
SG1 - Bailrigg Garden Village - Total No of Dwellings 3,500 - No of Dwellings Anticipated
in the Plan Period - 460 1,655
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SPLA M40 Policy SP6
Reference in the Housing Table
SG8 - East Lancaster Strategic Site - No of Dwellings
900 - No of Dwellings Anticipated in the Plan Period -
900
Reference in the Housing Table
SG7 8 - East Lancaster Strategic Site - Total No of Dwellings 92500 - No of Dwellings
Anticipated in the Plan Period - 475 900
To provide greater clarity within the DPD. MAIN No No
SPLA M41 Policy SP6
Reference in the Housing Table
SG10 - North Lancaster Strategic Site - No of
Dwellings 700 - No of Dwellings Anticipated in the
Plan Period - 700
Reference in the Housing Table
SG9 10 - North Lancaster Strategic Site - Total No of Dwellings 700 - No of Dwellings
Anticipated in the Plan Period - 495 700
To provide greater clarity within the DPD. MAIN No No
SPLA M43 Policy SP6
Reference in the Housing Table
SG14 - Land South of Windermere Road, Carnforth -
No of Dwellings 500 - No of Dwellings Anticipated in
the Plan Period - 500
Reference in the Housing Table
SG12 14 - Land South of Windermere Road, Carnforth - Total No of Dwellings 500 - No of
Dwellings Anticipated in the Plan Period - 225 500
To provide greater clarity within the DPD. MAIN No No
SPLA M44 Policy SP6
Reference in the Housing Table
Total Strategic Site Contribution through the Plan
Period - 3,955
Reference in the Housing Table
Total Strategic Site Contribution through the Plan Period - 1,855 3,955To provide greater clarity within the DPD. MAIN No No
SPLA M45 Policy SP6Reference in the Housing Table
H1-H9 - Non strategic site delivery - 1,241
Reference in the Housing Table
H1-H6 9 - Non Strategic site delivery - 1,312 1,241To provide greater clarity within the DPD. MAIN No No
SPLA M46 Policy SP6Reference in the Housing Table
DOS1-DOS11 - Development Opportunities - 925
Reference in the Housing Table
DOS1-DOS11 - Development Opportunities - 776 - 481 925To provide greater clarity within the DPD. MAIN No No
SPLA M47 Policy SP6Reference in the Housing Table
Non-Allocated Sites with Permissions - 1,679
Reference in the Housing Table
Non-Allocated Sites with Permissions - 749 1,679To provide greater clarity within the DPD. MAIN No No
SPLA M48 Policy SP6Reference in the Housing Table
Student Accomodation - 1,407
Reference in the Housing Table
Student Accomodation - 2,119 1,407To provide greater clarity within the DPD. MAIN No No
SPLA M49 Policy SP6
Reference in the Housing Table
Additional Supply including Neighbourhood Plan
Delivery Expectations - 1,385
Reference in the Housing Table
Additional Supply including Neighbourhood Plan Delivery Expectations - 1,385
Windfall Sites - 140
To provide greater clarity within the DPD. MAIN No No
SPLA M50 Policy SP6Reference in the Housing Table
Completions 2011/12 - 2015/16 - 1,442
Reference in the Housing Table
Completions 2011/12 - 2017 5/18 6 - 2,595 1,442To provide greater clarity within the DPD. MAIN No No
SPLA M51 Policy SP6 New reference to be added to the Housing table 20% Small Site Lapse Rate - -120 To provide greater clarity within the DPD. MAIN No No
SPLA M52 Policy SP6 New reference to be added to the Housing table Allowance for Demolition and Change of Use - -100 To provide greater clarity within the DPD. MAIN No No
SPLA M53 Policy SP6Reference in the Housing Table
Total - 12,056
Reference in the Housing Table
Total - 9,158 12,056To provide greater clarity within the DPD. MAIN No No
SPLA M54 Policy SP6New paragraph to be added following the Housing
Table in Policy SP6
In order to provide clarity over housing delivery in neighbourhood plan areas the
following indicative housing figures have been provided, these should be considered to
be minimum figures for delivery of housing. Further growth should be supported where it
meets national and local planning policy and represents sustainable development.
To provide greater clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M55 Policy SP6Insert new table into Policy SP6 in relation to
Neighbourhood Plan areas.
Aldcliffe-with-Stodday Neighbourhood Plan - 0*
Carnforth Neighbourhood Plan - 0**
Caton-with-Littledale Neighbourhood Plan - 40
Cockerham Neighbourhood Plan - 0***
Dolphinholme Neighbourhood Plan - 0*
Halton-with-Aughton Neighbourhood Plan - 0***
Morecambe Neighbourhood Plan - 0****
Slyne-with-Hest Neighbourhood Plan - 40
Wennington Neighbourhood Plan - 0*
Wray-with-Botton Neighbourhood Plan - 25
Total Neighbourhood Plan Contributions - 105
To provide greater clarity within the DPD and to
reflect national planning guidance.MAIN No No
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SPLA M56 Policy SP6Further points of clarification to be added below the
Table within Policy SP6.
* Neighbourhood Plans in non-sustainable settlements have not been provided with an
indicative housing figure and any allocations for housing made should be of a small-scale
to meet defined local needs.
** Strategic Allocations have already been made for Carnforth, any further growth in the
Carnforth area should seek to best utilise land within the main urban area of the
settlement.
***The Local Plan has sought to formalise a range of planning approvals within the
Halton-with-Aughton and Cockerham Neighbourhood Plan areas which will deliver
sufficient growth in the area over the course of the plan period. Neighbourhood Plans
should seek to focus any future allocations on meeting local needs only.
****Due to the constrained nature of the Morecambe Neighbourhood Plan area
proposals for housing should consider regeneration and renewal of existing residential
units.
To provide greater clarity within the DPD. MAIN No No
CHAPTER 10: THE NATURAL AND HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT
SPLA M59 Policy SP7Further bullet points to be added following the new
paragraph.
• Extensive evidence for prehistoric activity, with settlement remains and field systems in the
eastern uplands, and defended enclosures such as Warton Crag; • Major Roman sites such as the
forts at Lancaster, and Over Burrow, with a network of roads and civilian settlements, and
industrial sites such as the Quernmore pottery kilns; • Evidence of Dark Age and early medieval
activity in the eastern uplands and at St Patrick’s Chapel, Heysham, with its rock-cut graves; •
Motte and bailey castles along the Lune Valley, attesting to the Norman conquest of the area, and
later medieval fortifications, including those at Lancaster, Halton, Hornby, Melling, Arkholme and
Whittington. • Medieval ecclesiastical sites such as Cockersand Abbey and Lancaster Priory, and
many village churches of similar dates; • Remaining historic agricultural structures which have
shaped the character of our rural areas and provide evidence of earlier farming practices and
innovation; • Remnants of the district’s industrial heritage including the Lancaster Canal, Glasson
Dock, Lune Aqueduct, railway heritage, including the internationally significant former Carnforth
Motive Power Depot, warehouses, mills and other significant buildings, including those associated
with the smaller industries of furniture and stained glass manufacture and brewing; • Evidence of
the district’s maritime heritage, and the significant role it played in international trade, including
the river frontage, Custom House and warehouses of St George’s Quay, Sunderland Point and
Glasson Dock, Lancaster’s ‘outport’. • Evidence of Lancaster’s role as the regional centre of mental
healthcare provision throughout the C19 and early C20, with significant buildings such as Standen
Park House, the Moor Hospital, including Ridge Lea, and the Royal Albert Hospital. • Evidence of
Lancaster’s great military associations, and home of the King’s Own Regiment, including the White
Cross Barracks, former Bowerham Barracks (now University of Cumbria campus) and Westfield
Memorial Village. • Significant educational buildings which reflect the development of the
education system of this country, but also demonstrate some of the finest architecture, including
the Lancaster Royal Grammar School, Lancaster Girl’s Grammar School, Ripley St Thomas School,
The Storey Institute and Morecambe’s former Art and Technical School. • Key cultural assets
encompassing designed landscapes, including public parks and cemeteries, museums, assembly
rooms, theatres, libraries, and commemorative structures, such as war memorials, the Queen
Victoria Memorial and the Ashton Memorial, and the seaside heritage of Morecambe. • The C18
and early C19 townhouses, many of which are very much in-tact in Lancaster, • The extensive
network of tightly enclosed streets, backstreets and ginnels in the City as well as the few remaining
yards or courts, such as Swan Court, where the poorest housing tended to be found, packed in and
accessed through arches off main streets. • Buildings associated with Lancaster’s significant role as
the host of the Assize Court from C16 until 1975, including the Castle and Judges’ Lodgings. • The
high quality civic and institutional buildings such as the Old and New Town Halls.
To provide further clarity to this matter. MAIN No No
SPLA M60 Policy SP7 Replace existing policy text of SP7 with new wording.
New wording to read:
Lancaster district has an extraordinarily rich and varied historic environment which are
described in more detail through this Chapter of the Plan. The heritage assets within the
district have all played a major role in helping to shape the district’s distinctive identity.
The Council recognises the features which make the district special, and has produced a
district-wide Heritage Strategy which will help inform the evolving evidence base for the
Local Plan. The Local Plan will be used as the vehicle to proactively manage the historic
environment, protect it from inappropriate development and explore opportunities to
improve and enhance the significance, character, appearance and archaeological value
of Lancaster’s heritage assets and their setting.
The Council will also explore opportunities to maximise wider public benefits and
reinforce Lancaster’s unique identity through the promotion, understanding,
interpretation and enjoyment of the District’s historic environment.
To strengthen policy wording and provide more local
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SPLA M61 Policy SP7Additional paragraph and bullet points to be added
following paragraph 10.8
As well as fulfilling its statutory obligations, the Council will:
a) Seek to identify, protect and enhance local heritage assets;
b) Promote heritage-led regeneration including in relation to development opportunities
in the City Centre;
c) Produce and review conservation area appraisals and management plans;
d) Develop a positive strategy to safeguard the future of heritage assets at risk;
e) Adopt a proactive approach utilising development opportunities to increase the
promotion and understanding of the District’s archaeology; and
a)f) Regularly review the district Heritage Strategy.
To strengthen policy wording and provide more local
focus to the policy.MAIN No No
CHAPTER 11: INFRASTRUCTURE
CHAPTER 12: BAILRIGG GARDEN VILLAGE
SPLA M68 N/AChapter 12 title should be amended from:
12. Bailrigg Garden Village
Chapter 12 should be amended to read:
12. Lancaster South Broad Location of Growth (Inc. Bailrigg Garden Village)To provide consistency with the wider Local Plan. MAIN No No
SPLA M71 Policy SG1A new paragraph to be added following paragraph
12.1.
The Framework also states that the supply of large numbers of new homes can
sometimes be best achieved through planning for larger scale development, such as new
settlements or significant extensions to existing villages or towns. This is provided that
they are well located and designed and supported by the necessary infrastructure and
facilities. Paragraph 72 of the National Planning Policy Framework highlights that
working with the local community and other authorities where appropriate, local
planning authorities should identify suitable locations for such development considering
the following matters:
Consider the opportunities presented by existing or planned investment in infrastructure
or the areas economic potenital;
Ensure that their size and location will support a sustainable community, with sufficient
access to services and emplyoment opportunities within the development itself;
Set clear expectations for the quality of development and how this can be maintained
(such as by following Garden Village principles) and ensure that a variety of homes will
be provided to meet local needs;
Make a realistic assessment of likely rates of delivery; and
Consider whether it is appropriate to establish Green Belt around or adjoining new
development.
To reflect updates to national planning policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M72 Policy SG1
Given the status of the Garden Village, the Council
will expect that new development for both residential
and commercial uses seek to achieve higher
standards of construction and design. Whilst
achieving positive design and construction is a basic
expectation of all new development regardless of
location, in the case of the Garden Village the Council
has greater expectations given the opportunities to
create a new, self-contained, settlement.
Given the status of the Garden Village, the Council will expect that new development for
both residential and commercial uses seek to achieve higher standards of construction
and design. Whilst achieving positive design and construction is a basic expectation of all
new development regardless of location, in the case of the Garden Village the Council has
greater expectations given the opportunities to create a new, self-contained, settlement.
To reduce repetition within the Policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M74 Policy SG1
The most significant element of infrastructure will be
the delivery of new strategic infrastructure to
facilitate new growth, this is described in Policy SG4
of this DPD and will be addressed in more detail via
the preparaiton of the Bailrigg Garden Village Action
Plan DPD. It is important that necessary infrastructure
which is both local and strategic in nature is delivered
in the right place, at the right time, to ensure that
development can be achieved in a sustainable
manner for the benefit of new and existing residents
The most significant element of infrastructure will be the delivery of new strategic
infrastructure to facilitate new growth, this is described in Policy SG4 of this DPD and will
be addressed in more detail via the preparaiton of the Bailrigg Garden Village Action Plan
DPD. It is important that necessary infrastructure which is both local and strategic in
nature is delivered in the right place, at the right time, to ensure that development can be
achieved in a sustainable manner for the benefit of new and existing residents and local
businesses. Planning for necessary infrastructure should start during the preparation of
the Bailrigg Garden Village Area Action Plan DPD.
To avoid repetition. The paragraph seeks to duplicate
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SPLA M75 Policy SG1Policy title for SG1
Broad Location of Growth - Bailrigg Garden Village
Re-title Policy SG1 to read:
Lancaster South Broad Location of Growth (Inc. Bailrigg Garden Village)
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SPLA M76 Policy SG1
First Paragraph
The Council has identified a broad location for growth
for Bailrigg Garden Village on the Local Plan Policies
Maps.
First Paragraph
The Council has identified a broad location for growth for in South Lancaster, including
development of Bailrigg Garden Village, on the Local Plan Policies Maps.
To better reflect development growth aspirations
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SPLA M78 Policy SG1
Key Principles of the Garden Village
The Council has defined a range of principles which
will be at the heart of planning and development for
the Garden Village, these include:
Key Principles of the Garden Village
The Council has defined a range of principles which will be at the heart of planning and
development for the Garden Village very core of the planning and develoment for the
Garden Village which will be explored in more detail via the forthcoming Development
Plan Document (DPD) for this area. , tThese princples include
To provide further clarity in relation to the Bailrigg
Garden Village Area Action Plan DPD.MAIN No No
SPLA M79 Policy SG1Further point to be added to the key principles of
SG1.
Further point to be added to the key principles:
Seek to encourage sustainable economic growth within the Garden Village to create new
jobs, investment and economic opportunity.
To address an omission in the policy in relation to
boosting economic growth.MAIN No No
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SPLA M81 Policy SG1
Mechanism for Delivery of the Garden Village
The Council will prepare and implement a specific
Development Plan Document (DPD) for this area of
growth, entitled the 'Bailrigg Garden Village Area
Action Plan DPD'. As a result development in this area
will be delivered in accordance with this Area Action
Plan and the Council will not support piecemeal
development of this area (beyond existing planning
commitments) in advance of the preparation of this
Mechanism for Delivery of the Garden Village
The Council will prepare and implement a specific Development Plan Document (DPD) for
this area of growth, entitled the 'Bailrigg Garden Village Area Action Plan DPD'. Following
the completion of this DPD the content of Policy SG1 will be superseded. As a result
Development in this area will be delivered in accordance with this Area Action Plan and
the Council will not support piecemeal development of this area (beyond existing
planning commitments) in advance of the preparation of this DPD.
To provide greater clarity in relation to the Bailrigg
Garden Village Area Action Plan DPD.MAIN No No
SPLA M82 Policy SG1The purpose of the forthcoming DPD will be as
follows:
The purpose of the forthcoming DPD will be as follows to address matters of financing,
delivery and the phasing new development and infrastructure. Key issues to address
include:
To provide greater clarity in relation to the Bailrigg
Garden Village Area Action Plan DPD.MAIN No No
SPLA M83 Policy SG2
First Paragraph
The Council will support the development of a high
quality Innovation Campus in the South Lancaster
area that provides strong linkages…
First Paragraph
The Council will support the development of a high quality Innovation Campus in the
South Lancaster area for a range of knowledge-based and research businesses that
provides strong linkages…
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M86 Policy SG2
Criterion VIII
…proposal will deal with the matter of flood risk,
particularly in relaiton to the Ou Beck watercourse.
This should include…
Criterion VIII
…proposal will deal with the matter of flood risk, particularly in relaiton to the Ou Beck
watercourse and the surface water issues across the site . This should include…
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M87 Policy SG3
Second Paragraph
As stated in Policy SG1 of this DPD, it is the Council's
intention to prepare a specific DPD for the delivery of
the Garden Village (the Bailrigg Garden Village Area
Action Plan DPD) which will address the delivery of
infrastructure and facilitate development. The
forthcoming DPD will address matters relating to
financing and delivery, the phasing of new
infrastructure and its specific location.
Second Paragraph
As stated in Policy SG1 of this DPD, it is the Council's intention to prepare a specific DPD
for the delivery of the Garden Village (the Bailrigg Garden Village Area Action Plan DPD)
which will address the delivery of infrastructure and facilitate development. The
forthcoming DPD will address matters relating to financing and delivery, the phasing of
new infrastructure and its specific location.
As with Policy SG1, it is anticipated that this policy will be superseded upon the
completion of the Lancaster South Area Action Plan DPD which will deal with the matters
of infrastructure funding, delivery and phasing in full.
To provide greater clarity in relation to the Bailrigg
Garden Village Area Action Plan DPD.MAIN No No
SPLA M88 Policy SG3
Bullet Point 1:
The reservation and management of land to
appropriately manage water, provide flood mitigation
and provide for new habitats for wildlife.
Bullet Point 1:
The reservation and management of land to approppriately manage ensure the effective
management of water , provide flood mitigation and provide for new habitats for
wildlife.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M90 Policy SG3
Final Bullet Point:
The provision of sufficient public open space to fully
meet the amenity and recreational needs of the
residents in the Garden Village.
Final Bullet Point:
The provision of sufficient public open space to fully meet the amenity and recreational
needs of the residents in the Garden Village.
To remove repetition. Matters of open space are
dealt with in Policy SG1.MAIN No No
CHAPTER 13: CENTRAL LANCASTER
SPLA M97 Policy SG5To delete all justification text relating to Policy SG5
and replace with the new suggested text.Delete paragraphs 13.13 to 13.20
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land, it was considered
necessary to completely re-shape the justification
text relating to this site.
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SPLA M98 Policy SG5 New paragraph 13.13
Canal Quarter, Central Lancaster
The Council will continue to support proposals for the regeneration of land at the Canal
Quarter site in Central Lancaster, encouraging the expansion of the City’s retail, leisure
and cultural offer to both local residents and visitors. Improvements in the Canal Quarter
will provide the opportunity to enhance Lancaster’s role as a sub-regional centre in
accordance with Policy TC1 of this DPD. This growth is considered to be essential to
enable the district to retain and attract the workforce, students and visitors it needs to
sustainable economic growth.
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land, it was considered
necessary to completely re-shape the justification
text relating to this site.
MAIN No No
SPLA M99 Policy SG5 New paragraph 13.14
The principles of redevelopment and regeneration at the Canal Quarter site (formerly
referred to as the Canal Corridor North) have been widely accepted via previous planning
decisions. Importantly during the 2009 Public Inquiry into regeneration of the Canal
Corridor the Secretary of State acknowledged that there was no available and
sequentially preferable site (or combination of sites) which could accommodate the
levels of town centre growth of the scale proposed, even if disaggregated (paragraph 16
of the Secretary of State’s decision). Whilst the composition and delivery of any future
scheme may now be different (in terms of the uses proposed and the way it is phased)
the scale of the regeneration project will remain the same and therefore the Council is
comfortable that the Canal Quarter site, as identified under Policy SG5 of this DPD,
remains the sequentially preferable location to deliver opportunities for comprehensive
regeneration and improvements to the city centre.
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land, it was considered
necessary to completely re-shape the justification
text relating to this site.
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SPLA M100 Policy SG5 New paragraph 13.15
The Local Plan will seek to support a flexible range of uses on the Canal Quarter site
where they boost the existing role and function on the City Centre. Suitable uses for this
area will include an appropriate mix of both comparison and convenience retailing which
seeks to complement the existing offer, cultural uses which complement and improve the
existing facilities at the Dukes and Grand Theatres and commercial leisure uses, in
particular placing a greater emphasis on growing the food and drink offer within the City
Centre. Residential development will also be supported in the Canal Quarter for student
accommodation (as described in paragraph 13.21) and wider market housing.
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land, it was considered
necessary to completely re-shape the justification
text relating to this site.
MAIN No No
SPLA M101 Policy SG5 New paragraph 13.16
The Canal Quarter is expected to be a place where people can live, work and enjoy their
spare time, therefore redevelopment of the site for employment / business purposes,
particularly where they support the emerging economic growth sectors defined in the
Council’s Economic Strategy will be supported. In particular the Council will support the
creation of small business spaces for digital creative industries.
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land, it was considered
necessary to completely re-shape the justification
text relating to this site.
MAIN No No
SPLA M102 Policy SG5 New Paragraph 13.17
The redevelopment of the Canal Quarter area will result in the regeneration of a
significant area of land to the east of the city centre which will, in due course, expand the
boundaries of Lancaster City Centre. The Council are clear that proposals for the Canal
Quarter should seek to complement existing offers provided in the wider centre and
should not seek to compete with, or detract from, existing businesses, retailers or
cultural / leisure offer within the City Centre.
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land, it was considered
necessary to completely re-shape the justification
text relating to this site.
MAIN No No
SPLA M103 Policy SG5 New Paragraph 13.18
Development in the Canal Quarter should come forward in line with a Development
Framework for the site, which will be prepared as a Supplementary Planning Document
(SPD) to support the policy direction provided in SG5 of this DPD. It is the intention of this
Development Framework to ensure that the regeneration of the Canal Quarter can be
achieved in a phased manner which provides flexibility and adaptability to how
development can evolve in this area.
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land, it was considered
necessary to completely re-shape the justification
text relating to this site.
MAIN No No
SPLA M104 Policy SG5 New Paragraph 13.19
Any proposals must ensure that it integrates positively with the existing city centre in
order to attract users of the City Centre to the Canal Quarter and vice-versa. The Council
therefore expect proposals to incorporate good linkages for pedestrians, in particular an
appropriate crossing of the Lancaster City Centre gyratory. Proposals should contribute
towards improving the pedestrian environment within Lancaster City Centre, supporting
the direction of the Lancaster District Highways and Transport Masterplan, in promoting
strong linkages around the City Centre and into the City Centre from surrounding
residential areas.
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land, it was considered
necessary to completely re-shape the justification
text relating to this site.
MAIN No No
SPLA M105 Policy SG5 New paragraph 13.20
As described in Policy SG4, Lancaster City Centre is evolving into a hub for public
transport, with the delivery of a new bus rapid transit system which will connect Bailrigg
Garden Village, Central Morecambe and Heysham and the growth areas in East Lancaster
and North Lancaster with the City Centre. The regeneration of the Canal Quarter must
ensure that connectivity to and from these public transport nodes is achieved in such a
way which promotes its use and increases pedestrian footfall in and around the City
Centre.
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land, it was considered
necessary to completely re-shape the justification
text relating to this site.
MAIN No No
SPLA M106 Policy SG5 New Paragraph 13.21
The City Centre is home to an ever increasing number of students from Lancaster
University and the University of Cumbria and students have an important role in
maintaining a healthy and vibrant City Centre. The regeneration of the Canal Quarter
provides the opportunity to provide a greater presence for Lancaster University and
improve the links between the areas of higher education and the City as a whole. The
Council will seek to support a greater presence of the Universities in the City Centre
through the provision of the creation of new cultural, educational and leisure facilities
which improve the overall offer within the centre.
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land, it was considered
necessary to completely re-shape the justification
text relating to this site.
MAIN No No
SPLA M107 Policy SG5 New Paragraph 13.22
Whilst the Council will continue to support the growth of student accommodation,
recognising the most preferable locations for such uses are either on campus itself or
within the City Centre, consideration will be given to the needs for further growth in the
future in light of the significant permissions which have been given in recent years. The
Council will seek to work in partnership with both Lancaster University and the University
of Cumbria to investigate demand and opportunities for student accommodation within
the Canal Quarter Scheme.
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land, it was considered
necessary to completely re-shape the justification
text relating to this site.
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SPLA M108 Policy SG5 New Paragraph 13.23
The Canal Quarter site involves the regeneration of an area which, in places, has
significant historic value. The site includes a number of historic local buildings which,
where it is appropriate and possible to do so, should be retained through the
regeneration process. The Council has undertaken a heritage assessment of the historic
assets found within the Canal Quarter area, the findings and recommendations of this
assessment work should underpin future development proposals.
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land, it was considered
necessary to completely re-shape the justification
text relating to this site.
MAIN No No
SPLA M109 Policy SG5 New Paragraph 13.24
Developers and agents for this site will be expected to work both the City Council and
Historic England to consider the most important aspects of the historic environment to
be retained as part of their planning application and should have due regard to the
relevant policies of the Development Management DPD.
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land, it was considered
necessary to completely re-shape the justification
text relating to this site.
MAIN No No
SPLA M110 Policy SG5 New Paragraph 13.25
The regeneration of the Canal Quarter presents a significant opportunity for a
generational change to the function and role of Lancaster City Centre. However, it is
important that the regeneration of this area seeks to benefit the City Centre as a whole,
in particular ensuring that the existing businesses and retailers also see benefits and
improvements arising from the regeneration of the Canal Quarter.
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land, it was considered
necessary to completely re-shape the justification
text relating to this site.
MAIN No No
SPLA M111 Policy SG5 New Paragraph 13.26
In order to achieve this, and to clearly define how such benefits will be delivered, the
Council will seek to promote such improvements through the preparation of a Town
Centre Strategy which will be prepared in collaboration with key City Centre
stakeholders. The strategy will set out a positive and proactive approach towards
regeneration, improvement and renewal, building on the sucesses of recent projects such
as ‘Square Routes’ and ‘Beyond the Castle’ to ensure that the benefits which arise from
the regeneration of the Canal Quarter, particularly in terms of investment and footfall,
are to be shared through the whole City Centre.
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land, it was considered
necessary to completely re-shape the justification
text relating to this site.
MAIN No No
SPLA M112 Policy SG5 To delete Policy SG5 and to replace with new text.
To delete Policy SG5 and to replace with new text.
Due to the comprehensive nature of this suggested modification these changes
proposed are not highlighted in this modification list but can be viewed in the
accompanying tracked-changed Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD.
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land, it was considered
necessary to completely re-shape the policy text
relating to this site.
MAIN YesUnlikely, but would need to review wording
changes
SPLA M114 Policy SG6
Quay Meadow and Vicarage Field - First Paragraph
Furthermore, the Council will continue to improve
urban green spaces around Lancaster Castle and
down to St Georges Quay via the 'Beyond the Castle'
project.
Quay Meadow and Vicarage Field - First Paragraph
Furthermore, the Council will continue to improve urban green spaces around Lancaster
Castle and down to St Georges Quay via the 'Beyond the Castle' project seeking financial
contributions to such improvements where appropriate .
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
CHAPTER 14: EAST LANCASTER
SPLA M115 Policy SG7
Criterion II
The relocation of Lansil Golf Club (and associated
facilities) to a satisfactory and appropriate locaiton to
secure their long-term future.
Criterion II
The development should be appropriately phased including the relocation of Lansil Golf
Club (and associated facilities) to a satisfactory and appropriate locaiton to secure their
long-term future. It will necessary that these matters should be finalised via legal
agreement prior to the commencement of development.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M117 Policy SG7
Criterion XVI
The potential impact upon the setting and
significance of the Ashton Memorial as a result of
new development should be investigated, and where
potential concerns may arise, mitigation measures
should be put in place;
Criterion XVI
Proposals will need to take account of the recommendations for mitigating harm and/or
maximising enhancements as set out in the Council’s Heritage Impact Assessment for the
site. The potential impact upon the setting and significance of the Ashton Memorial as a
result of new development should be investigated, and where potential concerns may
arise, mitigation measures should be put in place;
To provide further clarity to the policy and provide
greater consistency with the evidence base.MAIN No No
SPLA M120 Policy SG8
Criterion II
The provison of additional school places at a
secondary level. To achieve this it is expected that
contributions will be made towards the delivery of a
new secondary school at Bailrigg Garden Village (as
identified via Policy SG1 of this DPD) which will
increase the range of secondary school places in the
Criteria II
The provison of additional school places at a secondary level. To achieve this it is
expected that contributions will be made towards the delivery of a new secondary school
in South Lancaster at Bailrigg Garden Village (as identified via Policy SG1 of this DPD)
which will increase the range of secondary school places in the district to meet projected
future needs.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M121 Policy SG8
Criterion VI
The creation of improved cycling and walking linkages
between the proposed growth in East Lancaster,
Caton Road Employment Area, Lancaster City Centre,
the Ridge Estate and new developments to the South
of Strategic Site SG7. Proposals should come forward
with appropriate mechanisms for future maintenance
of the new routes.
Criterion VI
The creation of improved cycling and walking linkages between the proposed growth in
East Lancaster, Caton Road Employment Area, Lancaster City Centre, the Ridge Estate
and new developments to the South of Strategic Site SG7. Opportunities for
improvements along the Lancaster Canal should be explored. Proposals should come
forward with appropriate mechanisms for future maintenance of the new routes.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
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SPLA M122 Policy SG8
Criterion V
Beyond the on-site contributions to meet localised
open space needs, the Council will expect
contributions towards the improvement to
Williamson Park so that the park may better
accommodate increased use of its facilities
associated with new development.
Delete Criterion V and move the text to the end of the Policy. Amend the text to read:
In particular, Bbeyond the on-site contributions to meet localised open space needs, the
Council will expect contributions towards the improvement to Williamson Park so that
the park may better accommodate increased use of its facilities associated with the
demands of new development in the locality . Given the scale of contributions
associated with the East Lancaster Strategic Site (SG7) and the delivery of a new Country
Park in this location, development proposals within Policy SG7 will be exempt from this
requirement.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M123 Policy SG8
Penultimate Paragraph
It is anticipated that contributions will be sought from
these developments where it is considered that their
development will cause impacts on the infrastructure
outlined in this policy.
Penultimate Paragraph
It is anticipated that contributions will be sought from these developments where it is
considered that their development will cause impacts, either individually or cumulatively
on the infrastructure outlined in this policy.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
CHAPTER 15: NORTH LANCASTER
SPLA M126 Policy SG9
Criterion III
Building an appropriate mix of housing types and sizes
to meet evidenced local housing needs wihtin the
Council's most up-to-date Strategic Housing Market
Assessment
Criterion III
Building an appropriate mix of housing types and sizes to meet evidenced local housing
needs wihtin the Council's most up-to-date Strategic Housing Market Assessment,
including provisions for Self-Build properties;
To provide greater consistency with the wider plan
and direction of national planning policy.MAIN No No
SPLA M127 Policy SG9
Criterion V
The submission of a detailed design statement,
recognising the prominent and sensitive location of
Beaumont Hall as a northern gateway into Lancaster
and its proximity to the Bay Gateway which is to the
north. The design, layout and materials used...
Criterion V
The submission of a detailed design statement, recognising the prominent and sensitive
location of Beaumont Hall as a northern gateway into Lancaster, and its proximity to the
Bay Gateway which is to the north and the heritage assets within and adjacent to the
site . The design, layout and materials used...
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M129 Policy SG9 Additional criteria to be added to Policy SG9.
Include new criteria to read
The identification and protection of the Valley Meadow Habitat Creation Area detailing
how this area will be maintained and protected. This should be prepared in dialogue with
the County Council having regards to the Meadow Habitat Licence Agreement;
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M130 Policy SG9
Criterion XII
Proposals will be expected to fully assess the
potential impact upon the setting and significance of
Beaumont Hall, Hammerton Hall, Carus Lodge
Cottage, the curtilage listed wall on Halton Road,
Hammerton Hall Bridge, Folly Bridge, Beaumont Hall
Bridge, Halton Road Bridge and the Lune Aqueduct as
a result of new development should be investigated
and where potential concerns may arise, mitigation
measures put in place...
Criterion XII
Proposals will be expected to fully assess the potential effect impact upon the setting and
significance of Heritage Assets at Beaumont Hall, Hammerton Hall, Carus Lodge Cottage,
the curtilage listed wall on Halton Road, Hammerton Hall Bridge, Folly Bridge, Beaumont
Hall Bridge, Halton Road Bridge and the Lune Aqueduct as a result of proposed new
development. should be investigated and wW here potential concerns may arise,
mitigation measures put in place. Proposals will need to take account of the
recommendations for mitigating harm and/or maximising enhancements as set out in
the Council’s Heritage Impact Assessment for the site; Proposals should make use of the
Heritage Assessments which have been prepared by the City Council in relation to this
site;
To provide further clarity to the policy and
consistency with the evidence base.MAIN No No
SPLA M131 Policy SG10
Criterion II
The provison of additional school places at a
secondary level. To achieve this it is expected that
contributions will be made towards the delivery of a
new secondary school at Bailrigg Garden Village (as
identified via Policy SG1 of this DPD) which will
increase the range of secondary school places in the
Criterion II
The provison of additional school places at a secondary level. To achieve this it is
expected that contributions will be made towards the delivery of a new secondary school
in South Lancaster at Bailrigg Garden Village (as identified via Policy SG1 of this DPD)
which will increase the range of secondary school places in the district to meet projected
future needs.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
CHAPTER 16: SOUTH CARNFORTH
SPLA M132 Policy SG11
Such an expansion will not only provide opportunities
for grown on greenfield sites but also assist in the
delivery of the extensive brownfield site at Lundsfield
Quarry. Whilst permission for residential
development has been granted on this site….
Such an expansion will not only provide opportunities for grown on greenfield sites but
also assist in the delivery of the extensive brownfield site at Lundsfield Quarry. Whilst
permission for residential development has been previously granted on this site….
To provide greater clarity and provide an updated
position on this site.MAIN No No
SPLA M133 SG11
First Paragraph
The former Lundsfield Quarry site has been allocated
for residential development. The site was previously
home to a concrete works and a marina for the canal.
The concrete works is now redundant, and the marina
has also closed. Redevelopment of this site is
supported by the Council as it offers the opportunity
to regenerate and bring back into use a large
brownfield site and the marina, providing much
needed housing, securing wider environmental and
amenity improvements and delivering enhanced
connectivity across Carnforth.
First Paragraph
The former Lundsfield Quarry site has been allocated for residential development. The
site was previously home to a concrete works and a marina for the canal. The concrete
works is now redundant, and the marina has also closed. This site is also home to the
Carnforth Rangers Football Club. However, because the club is expanding and looking to
secure their long-term future they are seeking to relocate and make this land available
for housing development and the required associated infrastructure. Redevelopment of
this site is supported by the Council as it offers the opportunity to re-use land at
Lundsfield Quarry regenerate and bring back into use a large brownfield site and the
adjacent marina, providing much needed housing, securing wider environmental and
amenity improvements and delivering enhanced connectivity across Carnforth.
To ensure consistency with the evidence base MAIN No No
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SPLA M134 Policy SG11 Additional paragraph to be added following 16.7.
Additional text to read:
Any bridges or other structures crossing the canal would have to consider various
navigational constraints including navigational air draft, potenital for vessel or debris
impact. Furthermore any crossings across the canal would require close liaison with the
Canal and River Trust in terms of design (which should seek to enhance the character of
the canal), necessary height clearance and the carrying out of works. Consideration and
a mechanism for ongoing maintenance of the new bridge would also need to be
addressed.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M137 Policy SG11
Criterion III
Building an appropriate mix of housing types and sizes
to meet evidenced local housing needs within the
Council’s most up-to-date Strategic Housing Market
Assessment.
Criterion III
Building an appropriate mix of housing types and sizes to meet evidenced local housing
needs within the Council’s most up-to-date Strategic Housing Market Assessment. This
should include investigating the delivery of self-build residential dwellings to meet
evidenced local needs ;
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M139 Policy SG11
Criterion VII
Proposals should seek to provide a positive inter-
relatioship with the adjacent Lancaster Canal in
accordance with Policy T3 of this DPD providing a
sufficient buffer between new development and the
Canal, which is designated as a Biological Heritage
Site (BHS)
Criterion VII
Proposals should seek to provide a positive inter-relatioship with the adjacent Lancaster
Canal in accordance with Policy T3 of this DPD providing a sufficient buffer between new
development and the Canal, which is designated as a Biological Heritage Site (BHS)
To reduced repetition within the Local Plan. MAIN No No
SPLA M140 Policy SG11 Addition of a new criterion within Policy SG11.
New criterion to read:
To provide new home owners with ‘Home Owner Packs’. This will include details of the
sensitivities of the land adjacent to the development (and the wider Morecambe Bay
coastline) to recreational pressure, and promote the use of alternative areas for
recreation, such as public open space within the development;
To provide consistency with SA Report. MAIN No No
SPLA M141 Policy SG11
Criterion X
Proposals should contribue to the develoer of green
corridor and ecological network within South
Carnforth with opportunties for enhancing
biodiversity, recreation and leisure uses to be
investigated via any application.
Criterion X
Proposals should contribue to the develoer of green corridor and ecological network
within South Carnforth and include with opportunties for enhancing biodiversity,
recreation and leisure uses to be investigated via any application. Proposals which result
in wildlife fragmentation on the site will be resisted by the Council.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M142 Policy SG11 New criterion to be added following Criterion XI
New criterion to read:
Proposals will need to take account of the recommendations for mitigating harm and/or
maximising enhancements as set out in the Council’s Heritage Impact Assessment for the
site;
To provide further clarity to the policy MAIN No No
SPLA M144 Policy SG11
Criterion XIII
The preparation of a Flood Risk Assessment that
details how, through the design, construction and
occupation phases of development, the matters of
flood risk should be dealt with. This should where
necessary include suitable and appropriate mitigation
measures which are delivered to the satisfaction of
both the Environment Agency and Lead Local Flood
Criterion XIII
The submission preparation of a Flood Risk Assessment that details how, through the
design, construction and occupation phases of development, the matters of flood risk
should be dealt with. This should where necessary include suitable and appropriate
mitigation measures to be which are delivered on site; to the satisfaction of both the
Environment Agency and Lead Local Flood Authority;
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M145 Policy SG12 Addition paragraph to be added after 16.19
New paragraph to read:
To the east of the Strategic site is the M6 motorway and, beyond, a number of active
quarrying uses including a concrete products and asphalt batching plant which is of
regional importance due to its use in the repair and maintenance of the strategic road
network. It is important that the amenity issues are therefore fully addressed in any
development proposal that comes forward. This consideration is necessary in order to
make development in close proximity to the motorway and quarry workings acceptable
in planning terms and to ensure that residents of the new development are not unduly
impacted by this adjacent land-use. This can be achieved through setting housing back
from Back Lane (the main haul route from the quarry to the M6), the provision of triple-
glazing for any properties which have frontages onto Back Lane, orienting housing so
that it does not face onto Back Lane, providing for a bund or landscaping adjacent to
Back Lane to reduce noise impacts arising from the motorway and quarry operations.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M147 Policy SG12
Criterion III
Building an appropriate mix of housing types and sizes
to meet evidenced local housing needs within the
Council’s most up-to-date Strategic Housing Market
Assessment;
Criterion III
Building an appropriate mix of housing types and sizes to meet evidenced local housing
needs within the Council’s most up-to-date Strategic Housing Market Assessment. This
should include investigating the delivery of self-build residential dwellings to meet
evidenced local needs ;
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M150 Policy SG12
Criterion VIII
…Landscaping should seek to to enhance the sites
position adjacent to the Lancaster Canal.
Criterion VIII
…Landscaping should seek to to enhance the sites position adjacent to the Lancaster
Canal in order to create an attractive waterside frontage .
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
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SPLA M151 Policy SG12 Addition criterion to be added
Further criterion to be added to the 'Environmental Considerations' section to read:
Proposals should fully and satisfactorily address amenity issues, including noise and air
quality issues which arise from the proximity of the M6 and quarry operations which are
located to the east of this site.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M152 Policy SG12
Criterion X
Proposals should contribue to the develoer of green
corridor and ecological network within South
Carnforth with opportunties for enhancing
biodiversity, recreation and leisure uses to be
investigated via any application.
Criterion X
Proposals should contribue to the development of green corridor and ecological network
within South Carnforth with opportunties for enhancing biodiversity, recreation and
leisure uses to be investigated via any application. Proposals which result in wildlife
fragmentation on the site will be resisted by the Council.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M153 Policy SG12 New criterion to be added following Criterion XII
New criterion to read:
Proposals will need to take account of the recommendations for mitigating harm and/or
maximising enhancements as set out in the Council’s Heritage Impact Assessment for the
site;
To provide further clarity to the policy and provide
consistency with the evidence base.MAIN No No
SPLA M155 Policy SG13
In promoting improved linkages to Carnforth Town
Centre, opportunties to enhance the local cycling and
walking networks through both sites would be
explored. Of particular important to the sustainability
of this area is the delivery of a strong link between
South Carnforth and Carnforth town centre, which
includes a pedestrian / cycle crossing of the Lancaster
Canal at an appropriate and logical location.
In promoting improved linkages to Carnforth Town Centre, opportunties to enhance the
local cycling and walking networks through both sites sh would be explored making use
of existing networks and public rights of way. Of particular important to the
sustainability of this area is the delivery of a strong link between South Carnforth and
Carnforth town centre, which includes a pedestrian / cycle crossing of the Lancaster
Canal at an appropriate and logical location. In order to achieve this connection
consideration will need to be given to navigational constraints, including navigational air
draft and potential for vessel or debris impact. There will need to be close liaison with
the Canal and River Trust in terms of design, necessary height clearance and the carrying
out of works. A mechanism for the ongoing maintenance of the new bridge will also
need to be addressed.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M156 Policy SG13 Delete paragraph 16.28.
The Council will continue to work with landowners, developers and local sports groups to
ensure the right levels of provisoon can be achieved with more detailed guidance
provided in the future Development Brief for the South Carnforth area.
To reduce repetition within the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M158 Policy SG13
Criterion I
The provision of additional school places at a primary
level. To achieve this it is expected that new
development funds the creation of a new school, to
be provided within Strategic Site SG12 in an
appropriate, convenient and accessible location to be
agreed with the education authority. The new primary
Criterion I
The provision of additional school places at a primary level. To achieve this it is expected
that new development funds the creation of a new school, to be provided within
Strategic Site SG12 in an appropriate, convenient and accessible location to be agreed
with the education authority. The new primary school...
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M159 Policy SG13
Criterion II
The provison of additional school places at a
secondary level. To achieve this it is expected that
contributions will be made towards the delivery of a
new secondary school at Bailrigg Garden Village (as
identified via Policy SG1 of this DPD) which will
increase the range of secondary school places in the
Criterion II
The provison of additional school places at a secondary level. To achieve this it is
expected that contributions will be made towards the delivery of a new secondary school
in South Lancaster at Bailrigg Garden Village (as identified via Policy SG1 of this DPD)
which will increase the range of secondary school places in the district to meet projected
future needs.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M160 Policy SG13
Criterion III
The delivery of improvements to the existing highway
network particularly relating to any necessary
improvements to both Kellet Road and Back Lane to
the satisfaction of the local highways authority and
which maintains existing capacity levels and ensure
that increased traffic does not restrict HGV
Criterion III
The delivery of improvements to the existing highway network to ensure safe movement
and capacity for vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists, particularly relating to any necessary
improvements to both Kellet Road and Back Lane to the satisfaction of the local highways
authority and which maintains existing capacity levels and ensure that increased traffic
does not restrict HGV movements to nearby quarry operations;
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M161 Policy SG13
Criterion IV
…and Carnforth Town Centre. This should include the
creation of a new bridge over the Lancaster Canal for
both pedestrians and cyclists…
Criterion IV
…and Carnforth Town Centre. This should include the creation of a single new bridge
crossing over the Lancaster Canal for both pedestrians and cyclists…
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M163 Policy SG13
Final Paragraph
Where necessary and appropriate to do so, applicants
may be required to enter into legal agreements…
Final Paragraph
Where necessary and appropriate to do so, applicants will may be required to enter into
legal agreements…
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
CHAPTER 17: SOUTH HEYSHAM
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SPLA M165 Policy SG14 Additional paragraph to be added following 17.15
Additional Paragraph to read:
The Council expect development proposals at Heysham Gateway to deliver positive
benefits to the the local environment, including improvements to recreational access,
safety and amenity on open land throughout the area. Development proposals will also
maintain, restore and create functional ecological networks, particularly in relation to
the three Biological Heritage Sites (BHS) in the area, and the Heysham Moss SSSI and
nature reserve to the north. Where this is demonstrated to be impractical or overridden
by other environmental, economic or social factors, development proposals should show
how any residual impacts will be mitigated, offset and/or compensated.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M169 Policy SG15
Criterion I
Development proposals should be complimentary to
the wider uses of South Heysham and Middleton
addressing any amenity issues appropriately;
Criterion I
Development proposals should be complimentary to the wider uses of South Heysham
and Middleton addressing any amenity issues appropriately;
To avoid unnecessary repetition within the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M170 Policy SG15
Criterion II
Proposals should include improvements to the local
transport network…
Criterion II
Proposals must should include improvements to the local transport network…To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M171 Policy SG15
Criterion III
Proposals should seek to protect areas that have
important biodiversity…
Criterion III
Proposals must should seek to protect areas that have important biodiversity…To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M172 Policy SG15
Criterion IV
That proposals should contribute to improvement to
the green network…
Criterion IV
That proposals must should contribute to improvement to the green network...To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M174 Policy SG15
Penultimate Paragraph
Future proposals should seek to address all relevant
elements of the Local Plan and have due regard to the
direction of the Lancashire County Council's Waste
and Minerals Plan.
Penultimate Paragrpah
Future proposals should seek to address all relevant elements of the Local Plan and have
due regard to the direction of the Lancashire County Council's Waste and Minerals Plan.
Where appropriate proposals should have due regard to the Council's emergency
planning procedures in relation to the nearby nuclear power station.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M175 Policy SG15
Final Paragraph
The Heysham Gateway has also included an area of
land to the South of Heysham Moss that has been
safeguarded for future use by National Grid as part of
the North West Connections Project. Future
proposals for in this areas should pay due regard to
Policy DM53 of the Development Management DPD.
Final Paragraph
The Heysham Gateway has also included an area of land to the South of Heysham Moss
that has been safeguarded for future use by National Grid as part of the North West
Connections Project (identifed under Policy SG15.1 of the Local Plan Policies Map) .
Future proposals in this areas should pay due regard to Policy DM53 of the Development
Management DPD.
To provide further clarity to the policy and to ensure
that the policy has been prepared in accordance with
the requirements of the SA / HRA.
MAIN No No
SPLA M176 Policy SG15 New Final Paragraph to be included to Policy SG15
New Final Paragraph to read
Future proposals in relation to Substation Land (SG15.1) will need to demonstrate that
no European designated site would be adversely affected by development either alone or
in combination with other proposals, as per the requirements of Policy EN9 of this DPD.
In view of the potential for likely significant effects as a result of this allocation the
requirements of Appendix D must be delivered as part of any future proposal.
To ensure policy is in line with the HRA MAIN No No
SPLA M178 Policy SG16 Further criterion to be included within this paragraph.
Further criterion to be added:
The impacts on local infrastructure in relation to basic service provision, community
facilities and health care.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M179 Policy SG16
Penultimate Paragraph
…future construction of nuclear reactor(s) from
inappropriate development that would constrain the
future development of the facility.
Penultimate Paragraph
…future construction of nuclear reactor(s) from inappropriate development that would
constrain the future development of the facility. The Council will also seek to safeguard
emergency routes within and around the site from inappropriate development.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
CHAPTER 18: THE ECONOMY, EMPLOYMENT AND REGENERATION
SPLA M180 Policy EC1
General Employment Areas
Development proposals for B1 (Office), B2 (General
Industrial) and B8 (Storage and Distribution) will be
supported in principle within established employment
areas as identified below.
General Employment Areas
Development proposals for B1 (Office), B2 (General Industrial) and B8 (Storage and
Distribution) will be supported in principle within established employment areas as
identified below. Within these employment areas proposals which are not covered by 'B'
land-use class uses will be restricted unless exceptional circumstances are demonstrated.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M183 Policy EC1
The Loss of Employment Areas
The Council will support the regeneration and re-
development of the former employment areas at
Lune Industrial Estate (Lancaster) for a mix of
employment and residential purposes (in accordance
with Policy DOS3 of this DPD) and at the former
Thomas Graveson Site, Warton Road, Carnforth for
recreational purposes in accordance with Policy H8 of
The Loss of Employment Areas
The Council will support the regeneration and re-development of the former
employment areas at Lune Industrial Estate (Lancaster) for a mix of employment and
residential purposes (in accordance with Policy DOS3 of this DPD) and at the former
Thomas Graveson Site, Warton Road, Carnforth for recreational purposes in accordance
with Policy H8 of this DPD.
To avoid unnecessary repetition within the policy. MAIN No No
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SPLA M184 Policy EC1
Final Paragraph
Future proposals in relation to Glasson Dock and
Lancaster West Business Park will need to
demonstrate that no European designated site would
be adversely affected by development either alone or
in combination with other proposals, as per the
requirements of Policy EN9 of this DPD.
Final Paragraph
Future proposals in relation to Glasson Dock, Port of Heysham Industrial Estate and
Lancaster West Business Park will need to demonstrate that no International European
designated site would be adversely affected by development either alone or in
combination with other proposals, as per the requirements of Policy EN9 of this DPD.
To ensure policy is in line with the HRA MAIN No No
SPLA M187 Policy EC2
SG2 - Lancaster University Innovation Park -
Allocation made to deliver opportunities for
technology and research based industries that
provide close linkages to the adjacent university
SG2 - Lancaster University Health Innovation Campus Park - Allocation made to deliver
opportunities for technology and research based industries and ancillary education-
linked uses that provide close linkages to the adjacent university campus.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M190 Policy EC3 New paragraph to be added at the start of Policy EC3The site has been allocated to meet a specific identified need for the relocation of the
Lancaster Auction Mart and to support economic growth of rural land-based businesses.To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M191 Policy EC3
First Paragraph
The Council will support the development of this site
for a new Agri-Business Centre that is focussed
around the relocaiton of the existing Lancaster
Auction Mart from its current base at Wyresdale
Road, Lancaster. Employment uses on this site must
be ancillary to the agricultural nature of this
allocation, seeking to facilitate the local agricultural
economy within the district and wider region.
First Paragraph
The Council will support the development of this site for a new Agri-Business Centre
subject to the inclusion of the relocated Auction Mart and on the condition that
employment uses consist of land-based businesses which are that is focussed around
the relocaiton of the existing Lancaster Auction Mart from its current base at Wyresdale
Road, Lancaster. Employment uses on this site must be ancillary to the agricultural nature
of this allocation, seeking to facilitate the local agricultural economy within the district
and wider region.
To provide further clarity to the policy MAIN No No
SPLA M194 Policy EC3 Additional criterion to be added to Policy EC3.
Additional criterion to read:
Proposals will need to take account of the recommendations for mitigating harm and/or
maximising enhancements as set out in the Council’s Heritage Impact Assessment for the
site;
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M195 Policy EC3 Addition criterion to be added to Policy EC3.
Additional criterion to read:
Proposals should not result in any prejudice to the operation of the North West Ethylene
Pipeline which runs in the vicinity of this site. Development should ensure that sufficient
buffering is provided where necessary to protect amenity and ensure the safe operation
of the pipeline;
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M196 Policy EC3Further paragraph to be added following the list of
criteria.
Proposals for uses which will generate visitors and traffic unrelated to the Auction Mart
and land-based businesses will not be supported, either as part of the development of
the site or as part of any future changes of use or incremental expansion.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M197 Policy EC4 Delete Policy EC4 from the Plan. Delete Policy EC4 from the Plan.To provide greater consistency with the wider plan
and to reflect suggested modifications to EC1.MAIN Yes No
CHAPTER 19: TOWN CENTRES AND RETAILING
SPLA M201 Policy TC1
Carnforth (TC1.3) - Market Town - Carnforth will
maintain its role as a market town and key service
centre to the rural hinterland
Carnforth (TC1.3) - Market Town - Carnforth will maintain its role as a market town
providing services both to the residents of the town and a wider and key service centre to
the rural hinterland
To provide consistency within both the policy and
the wider plan.MAIN No No
CHAPTER 20: HOUSING
SPLA M206 Policy H1
Reference within the housing table
SG7 - Ridge Farm/Cuckoo Farm, East Lancaster - 900 -
Allocation
Reference within the housing table
SG7 - East Lancaster Strategic Site Ridge Farm/Cuckoo Farm, East Lancaster - 925 00 -
Allocation
To provide consistency with the evidence base. MAIN No No
SPLA M217 Policy H1 New allocation to be added within the Housing TableReference within the Housing Table
H3.2 - Land at Stone Row Head Farm, East Lancaster - 10 - AllocationTo provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M223 Policy H1 Total Allocations (Urban Area) - 6,938 Dwellings Total Allocations (Urban Area) - 7,005 6,938 Dwellings To provide consistency with the wider Plan. MAIN No No
SPLA M225 Policy H1A new paragraph to be added following the first NB
described *
New text to read
Dwelling numbers represent the allocated capacity for sites. Not all this capacity will be
built out within the Plan period. For a number of sites delivery will fall below this capacity
within the Local Plan period with a number of sites being built out beyond the plan
period.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M239 Policy H2
Reference within the Housing Table
H2.10 - Land between Low Road and Forge Lane,
Halton - 90 - PP Granted
Reference within the Housing Table
H2.8 10 - Land between Low Road and Forge Lane, Halton - 76 90 - PP GrantedTo provide consistency with the evidence base. MAIN No No
SPLA M242 Policy H2 Further Site to be added to the Housing TableReference within the Housing Table
H2.11 - Land adjacent to Church Bank and Greenways, Over Kellet** - 15 - PP Granted
To update the policy - this site has now been granted
planning permission and represents sustainable
development.
MAIN No No
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SPLA M243 Policy H2 Total Allocations (Rural Area) - 1,024 Dwellings Total Allocations (Rural Area) - 991 1,024 Dwellings To provide consistency with the Policy MAIN No No
SPLA M249 Policy H3
Third Paragraph
Future proposals will need to be supported by a
comprehensive masterplan demonstrating how the
heritage assets and their setting will be conserved
through the proposal and their future protected and
secured.
Third Paragraph
Future proposals will need to be supported by a comprehensive masterplan
demonstrating how the heritage assets and their setting will be conserved through the
proposal and their future protected and secured. Proposals will need to take account of
the recommendations for mitigating harm and/or maximising enhancements as set out
in the Council’s Heritage Impact Assessment for the site.
To provide further clarity on the policy and
consistency with the evidence base.MAIN No No
SPLA M250 Policy H3 Additional paragraph to be added.
Addition paragraph to be added prior to the Ridge Lea Hospital Section
Proposals will also need to demonstrate how the site relates to adjacent communities in
East Lancaster having regard to wider residential amenity, highway, cycle and pedestrian
connectivity.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M253 Policy H3New Section to be included in Policy H3 under the sub-
title of 'Land at Stone Row Head'.
New text to read:
The site is expected to accommodate 10 residential units through sympathetic
conversion of some parts of the existing farmstead buildings and some sensitive
development within the immediate setting.
Proposals should be led by an informed understanding of the significance of the farm
buildings. This understanding should inform the retention of buildings and/or structures
within the site and the sensitive design, siting and heights of buildings within the
grounds.
To provide further clarity within the Policy and
reflect that the area originally described as land at
Ridge Lea Hospital has been sub-divided into two
separate sites to reflect land ownership matters.
MAIN No No
SPLA M254 Policy H3
Second Paragraph of the University of Cumbria
Section
Proposals will need to have regard to the relationship
of the site with the wider University of Cumbria
footprint taking account of the continued operation
of the University and the sites interrelationsip with
the wider environmental and historical assets of the
campus.
Second Paragraph of the University of Cumbria Section
Proposals will need to have regard to the relationship of the site with the wider
University of Cumbria footprint taking account of the continued operation of the
University and the sites interrelationsip with the wider environmental and historical
assets of the campus. This should be demonstrated via a masterplan submitted by the
University , confirming that the site is no longer required and that its loss would not
impact on the ability of the University to meet its future short to medium term
development needs.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M257 Policy H3Additional paragraphs to be added under the sub-title
'Stone Row Head'
Stone Row Head Farm was acquired in 1908 by the Asylum board and was one of three
farms in the early 20th Century which supported Lancaster Moor Hospital and provided
its patients with an understanding of agricultural work. The farmstead has been altered
and extended to the north of the site in the early 20th Century.
In the interests of conserving the historic interest of the farmstead, any additional
development will need to be sympathetic to the vernacular appearance of these
buildings.
To provide clarity and consistency with the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M260 Policy H4
Second Paragraph
The Council will prepare a Development Brief to set
out in more detail how development of this site
should move forward. The Council will expect that
future proposals for the site should be prepared in
the context of this Development Brief and taken
forward through a comprehensive masterplan for the
whole site that addresses the issues of phasing,
delivering the necessary infrastructure and addressing
Second Paragraph
The Council will prepare a Development Brief to set out in more detail how development
of this site should move forward. The Council will expect that future proposals for the site
should be prepared in the context of this Development Brief and taken forward through a
comprehensive masterplan for the whole site that addresses the issues of phasing,
delivering the necessary infrastructure and addressing all issues set out within the Brief.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M261 Policy H4
Third Paragraph
In preparing the masterplan and future planning
application, the Council will require the following
matters to be addressed:'
Third Paragraph
In preparing the masterplan and future planning application, the Council will require the
following matters to be addressed In bringing forward development proposals for this
site the Council will expect the following matters to be addressed: '
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M263 Policy H4
Criterion II
The submission of a detailed design statement,
recognising its sensitive location in the setting of
Ashton Memorial and Williamson Park to the west
and areas of Urban Setting Landscape to the east.
Design, layout and materials used should be
sympathetic to the locality and create a strong sense
of place, providing a well-designed and high-quality
Criterion II
The submmission of a detailed design statement, recognising its development should
respond to the key considerations identified in the design, landscape and heritage
statements, recognising the sensitive location in the setting of Ashton Memorial and
Williamson Park to the west (which are important heritage assets and prominent
landmarks in the wider area) and areas of Urban Setting Landscape Key Urban
Landscape to the east.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M264 Policy H4
Criterion III
To enhance the site's prominent location on the
eastern edge of Lancaster, within the setting of
Ashton Memorial and Williamson Park. Proposals will
need to clearly demonstrate, through appropriate
layout, design and landscaping that it will not result in
unacceptable harm on the setting of these important
heritage assets and the area's wider role in defining
the character of East Lancaster;
Criterion III
To preserve and enhance the site's prominent location on the eastern edge of Lancaster,
within the setting of the Ashton Memorial, which is a highly significant heritage asset
and a promient landmark in the wider area , and Williamson Park. Proposals will need to
clearly demonstrate clearly , through appropriate layout, design and landscaping that it
will not result in unacceptable harm on the setting of these important heritage assets and
the area's wider role in defining the character of East Lancaster;
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
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SPLA M265 Policy H4
Criterion IV
The improvement and enhancement of land identified
under Policy EN10.1 of this DPD which should be used
as amenity space that provides wider public benefit
both to existing and new residents in the East
Criterion IV
The improvement and enhancement of land identified under Policy EN10.1 of this DPD
which should be used as amenity space that provides wider public benefit both to
existing and new residents in the East Lancaster area;
To avoid repetition with other criteria within Policy
H4.MAIN No No
SPLA M267 Policy H4
Criteria X
Proposals should ensure that the residential amenity
of new residents is not compromised by surrounding
uses, inparticular any residual commercial uses in the
surrounding area and nearby M6 motorway;
Criteria X
Proposals should achieve high standards of amenity for existing and future residents in
accordance with policy DM29 and ensure that the residential amenity of new residents is
not compromised by surrounding uses, in particular any residual commercial uses in the
surrounding area and nearby M6 motorway;
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M268 Policy H4
Criteria XIV
The incorporation of cycling and pedestrian access
with strong and positivelinkages to the existing
network including imporvements to the links from the
site into Lancaster City Centre and the wider East
Lancaster area;
Criteria XIV
The incorporation of cycling and pedestrian access with strong and positive linkages to
the existing network including improvements to the links improved linkages from the site
into Lancaster City Centre and the wider East Lancaster area ensuring that there is no
significant adverse impacts from the development on the efficency of the local highway
network or on highway safety;
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M269 Policy H4
Criterion XVII
Approximately 40% of the residential units will be
defined as 'affordable' which includes the delivery of
a full range of affordable products through dialogue
with the Local Planning Authority.
Criterion XVII
In accordance with Policy DM3 of the Development Management DPD, 30% of the
residential units will be required to be ‘affordable housing’ as defined by the current
National Planning Policy Framework. It is expected that 50% of the units will be rented
and 50% will be intermediate tenure unless otherwise agreed with the Local Planning
Authority. Approximately 40% of the residential units will be defined as 'affordable'
which includes the delivery of a full range of affordable products through dialogue with
the Local Planning Authority.
To provide further clarity with the policy and
consistency with the evidence base.MAIN No No
SPLA M272 Policy H5 Replace paragraph 20.31 with alternative text.
Given the sites relationship with this important landscape designation it is important
that any future proposals include landscape and design assessments which identify how
through sensitive design, layout and landscaping the visual impacts of new development
can be mitigated and natural features safeguarded.
This is particularly relevant in relation to the mature vegetation which lines the north
eastern edge of the site. Whilst some development is supported within the area
designated as USL this is on the basis of securing well designed development which
positively includes and considers the landscape value of the site. Piecemeal development
of this site will not be supported.The Council will seek to provide a Development Brief
which will provide further guidance on how sensitive development can be achieved on
this site, the brief will specifically relate to the delivery of development on site H5.2.
In supporting development the council will require proposals to make a positive
contribution to the wider landscape setting of the area protecting in perpetuity the
contribution that the north eastern corner of the site makes to the wider USL designation
of the area. Encroachment into the adjacent USL will not be supported.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M273 Policy H5 To delete Policy H5 and to replace with new text.
To delete Policy H5 and to replace with new text.
Due to the comprehensive nature of this suggested modification these changes
proposed are not highlighted in this modification list but can be viewed in the
accompanying tracked-changed Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD.
To provide consistency with other policy directions in
the Plan and to clarify the approach taken in the
policy it was determined that the policy required
comprehensive modification.
MAIN Yes No
SPLA M277 Policy H6 Further criterion to be added to Policy H6.
New Criterion to read:
Proposals will be expected to fully assess potential impacts upon the significance and
setting of the curtilage of Derby Home, which is listed, identifying measures to enhance
or protect its setting. Favourable consideration will be given to proposals for sympathetic
conversion schemes which conserve or enhance the building's significance, whilst
securing its optimum long-term viable use. Where any harm to its setting cannot be
avoided, mitigation measures will be required.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M278 Policy H6 Further criterion to be added to Policy H6.
New Criterion to read:
Proposals will need to take account of the recommendations for mitigating harm and/or
maximising enhancements as set out in the Council’s Heritage Impact Assessment for the
site;
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M279 Policy H6
Criteria IX
…particularly improving linkages both along Ashton
Road and Lancaster Canal.
Criteria IX
…particularly improving linkages both along Ashton Road and Lancaster Canal, ensuring
that there is no significant adverse impacts from development proposals on the
efficiency (capacity and congestion) of the local highway network or on highway safety;
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
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SPLA M281 Policy H6
Criterion XII
Approximately 40% of the residential units will be
defined as 'affordable' which includes the delivery of
a full range of affordable products through dialogue
with the Local Planning Authority.
Criterion XII
In accordance with Policy DM3 of the Development Management DPD, 30% of the
residential units will be required to be ‘affordable housing’ as defined by the current
National Planning Policy Framework. It is expected that 50% of the units will be rented
and 50% will be intermediate tenure unless otherwise agreed with the Local Planning
Authority. Approximately 40% of the residential units will be defined as 'affordable'
which includes the delivery of a full range of affordable products through dialogue with
the Local Planning Authority.
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CHAPTER 21: DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY SITES
SPLA M282 Policy DOS1
Third Paragraph
Proposals for residential apartments (including
student accommodation) on this site will also be
supported where they meet appropriate amenity
standards and are consistent with all relevant policies
within the Local Plan.
Third Paragraph
Proposals for residential apartments (including student accommodation) on this site will
also be supported where they meet appropriate amenity standards and are consistent
with all relevant policies within the Local Plan.
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SPLA M283 Policy DOS1 Delete criterion III of Policy DOS1
Delete criterion III
That any proposed use on this site for residential purposes meet appropriate amenity
standards in terms of privacy distances, daylight and space standards in accordance with
other relevant policies within the Development Management DPD;
To reflect flood risk evidence. MAIN No No
SPLA M284 Policy DOS1 Further criterion to be added to Policy DOS1
Additional criteria in Policy DOS1 to read:
Proposals will be expected to demonstrate that the air quality within Lancaster Air
Quality Management Area will not be impacted from the proposed development and
that adequate mitigation measures are provided in accordance with Policy DM31 of the
Development Management DPD;
To provide consistency with the wider Local Plan. MAIN No No
SPLA M285 Policy DOS1
Criterion VI
Proposals seek to preserve, or enhance the setting of
numerous heritage assets in the immediate vicinity
and across the wider townscape of Lancaster.
Criterion VI
Proposals seek to preserve, or enhance the setting of numerous heritage assets in the
immediate vicinity and across the wider townscape of Lancaster. Proposals will need to
take account of the recommendations for mitigating harm and/or maximising
enhancements as set out in the Council’s Heritage Impact Assessment for the site.
To provide clarity within the Policy and provide
consistency with the evidence base.MAIN No No
SPLA M286 Policy DOS2 Delete Policy DOS2 from the Plan.
Delete Policy DOS2 from the Plan.
All DOS policies are subsequently re-numbered to take account of the deletion of this
policy.
Given the changing position of the Canal Quarter, the
changes to ownership and direction of
redevelopment due to the break-up of the Developer
Partnership with British Land it has been considered
necessary to incorporate this site back into the wider
allocation for the Canal Quarter, as defined by Policy
SG5 of this DPD.
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SPLA M287 Policy DOS3 Delete Policy DOS3 from the Plan.
Delete Policy DOS3 from the Plan
All DOS policies are subsequently re-numbered to take account of the deletion of this
policy.
Development on the site is already at an advanced
stage and therefore a policy for this site is no longer
considered relevant.
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SPLA M288 Policy DOS4
Criterion VIII
That issues relating to ground contamination are fully
investigated prior to the commencement of any
development on the site and that suitable
remediation measures are adopted.
Criterion VIII
That issues relating to ground contamination are fully investigated and mitigated prior to
the commencement of any development on the site and that suitable remediation
measures are adopted;
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M289 Policy DOS4 Additional new criterion to be added
New criterion to read:
Proposals will need to take account of the recommendations for mitigating harm and/or
maximising enhancements as set out in the Council’s Heritage Impact Assessment for the
site.
To provide further clarity to the policy and
consistency with the evidence base.MAIN No No
SPLA M291 Policy DOS6
Criterion III
High quality design and use of material that respect
the character and setting of historic assets on the
site.
Criterion III
High quality design and use of material that respect the character and setting of historic
assets on the site. Proposals will need to take account of the recommendations for
mitigating harm and/or maximising enhancements as set out in the Council’s Heritage
Impact Assessment for the site;
To provide further clarity to the policy and
consistency with the evidence base.MAIN No No
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SPLA M292 Policy DOS7Replace the second paragraph of Policy DOS7 with
amended wording.
Second Paragraph of Policy DOS7 amended to read:
The Council's preference is for the completion of the original retirement village. The
Council will support alternative proposals for this site where they deliver the creation of a
self-sustaining settlement and facilitate the wider regeneration of this site. The Council
will support opportunities to deliver self-build residential dwellings on this site to meet
evidenced needs. The Council's preference is for the completion of the extant planning
permission relating to the site. If this development can be demonstrated not to be viable
then the Council will consider alternative proposals for this site
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M293 Policy DOS7
Third Paragraph
In considering new development proposals the
Council will expect the following issues to be
addressed:
Third Paragraph
In considering new development proposals the Council will expect the following issues to
be addressed. The Council will require development to be taken forward through a
comprehensive approach addressing the following issues:
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M295 Policy DOS7 Further criterion to be added to Policy DOS7
Additional criterion to read:
Proposals will need to take account of the recommendations for mitigating harm and/or
maximising enhancements as set out in the Council’s Heritage Impact Assessment for the
site.
To provide further clarity to the policy and
consistency with the evidence base.MAIN No No
SPLA M296 Policy DOS7 Further criterion to be added to Policy DOS7
Additional criterion to read:
That consideration be given to the need for coastal defenceses as part of any future
submission.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M299 Policy DOS8
Criterion I
That the proposed development is sympathetic
towards the surrounding heritage assets, in particular
the relationships between the Midland Hotel and
Winter Gardens.
Criterion I
That the proposed development is sympathetic towards the surrounding heritage assets,
in particular the relationships between the Midland Hotel and Winter Gardens. Proposals
will need to take account of the recommendations for mitigating harm and/or
maximising enhancements as set out in the Council’s Heritage Impact Assessment for the
site;
To provide further clarity and consistency with the
evidence base.MAIN No No
SPLA M301 Policy DOS9 New criterion to be added to Policy DOS9
New criterion to read:
Proposals will need to take account of the recommendations for mitigating harm and/or
maximising enhancements as set out in the Council’s Heritage Impact Assessment for the
site.
To provide further clarity and consistency with the
evidence base.MAIN No No
SPLA M303 Policy DOS10 New paragraph to be added to policy.
New Paragraph to read:
Proposals will need to take account of the recommendations for mitigating harm and/or
maximising enhancements as set out in the Council’s Heritage Impact Assessment for the
site
To provide further clarity and consistency with the
evidence base.MAIN No No
CHAPTER 22: THE HISTORIC AND NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
SPLA M305 Policy EN5 Absent text
Include additional text to the end of the policy 'Development in the open countryside
should be restricted to that essential to the needs of agriculture or forestry or to other
uses appropriate to a rural area '.
To provide greater clarity within the policy MAIN No No
SPLA M306 Policy EN7
The district contains a number of areas of open land
which are of value in their own right but aksi together
with other areas across the district make a
fundamental contribution to the character of the
main urban areas of the district.
The district contains a number of areas of open land which are of value in their own right
but aksi together with other areas across the district make a fundamental contribution to
the character of the main urban areas of the district. KULs include those areas within the
main urban area which are integral to the built form of the district, providing a setting
for important features and/or heritage assets. They play an important role in defining
the townscape of the main urban area and are inextricably linked to the experience of
the wider setting of these features. These areas also provide amenity value for local
residents and the wider community. The amenity value of these areas is protected via
other policies within the Local Plan.
To be consistent with the emerging evidence base. MAIN No No
SPLA M307 Policy EN7
These include the grounds of Lancaster Moor
Hospital, University of Cumbria, Ripley St. Thomas
School and Lancaster University, together with
Williamsons Park, Quay Meadow and Ryelands Park
and the urban coastline between Sandylands and
Higher Heysham. Although some development has
taken place in these areas, they remain essentially
open and contribute to the setting of the City.
These KULs include the grounds of Lancaster Moor Hospital, University of Cumbria, Ripley
St. Thomas School and Lancaster University, together with Williamsons Park, Quay
Meadow and Ryelands Park and the urban coastline between Sandylands and Higher
Heysham. Although some development has taken place in these areas, they remain
essentially open and contribute to the townscape of the main urban area setting of the
City.
To be consistent with the emerging evidence base. MAIN No No
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SPLA M308 Policy EN7
Key Urban Landscapes are complemented by a
number of large areas of open land on the edge of
the urban area of the district. These are particularly
important to the setting of the main urban areas and
while not always of aesthetic value in their own right
provide an important role and fucntion in defining the
urban areas.
Key Urban Landscapes are complemented by a number of large areas of open land on the
edge of the urban area of the district. These are peripheral to the built form located on
the edge of the main urban area. These are identified because they provide a visual
frame for the urban area, providing an important role in the setting of existing
development, and providing a significant context or legibility to features either within the
landscape or surrounding it particularly important to the setting of the main urban areas
and while not always of aesthetic value in their own right provide an important role and
fucntion in defining the urban areas.
To be consistent with the emerging evidence base. MAIN No No
SPLA M309 Policy EN7
These range from the elevated land to the east of
Lancaster to the open countryside between
Morecambe and Heysham and land surrounding
Carnforth. Together these areas provide an important
role in maintaining a distinction between the town
and the country and in providing a rural backdrop and
These range from the elevated land to the east of Lancaster to the and open countryside
to the north of Lancaster between Morecambe and Heysham and land surrounding
Morecambe and Carnforth. Together these areas provide an important role in
maintaining a distinction between the town and the country and in providing a rural
backdrop and setting to the urban area.
To be consistent with the emerging evidence base. MAIN No No
SPLA M310 Policy EN8
Third paragraph of the policy 'Development will be
assessed in terms of its impact upon the Area of
Separation, including any harm to the effectiveness of
the gap between settlements and, in particular the
degree to which the development proposed would
compromise the function of the Area of Separation in
protectingthe identity and distinctiveness of
settlements'
Delete paragraph Development will be assessed in terms of its impact upon the Area of
Separation, including any harm to the effectiveness of the gap between settlements and,
in particular the degree to which the development proposed would compromise the
function of the Area of Separation in protectingthe identity and distinctiveness of
settlements' and amend to 'Development proposals within Areas of Separation will be
considered against how such proposals affect the openess and visual amenity of this
area. Proposals will not be supported where they have impacts on wider openess with
the areas and result in the coalescence between settlements and effect overall
distictiveness .'
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M311 Policy EN8
Development proposals within Areas of Separation
will be considered against how such proposals affect
the openess and visual amenity within areas and will
not be supported where they have impacts on wider
openess with the areas and result in the coalescence
between settlement areas that affactes overall
distictiveness.
Delete paragraph
Development proposals within Areas of Separation will be considered against how such
proposals affect the openess and visual amenity within areas and will not be supported
where they have impacts on wider openess with the areas and result in the coalescence
between settlement areas that affactes overall distictiveness.
Paragraph has been included within the main policy MAIN No No
SPLA M312 Policy EN9
First paragraph
There are a number of sites within the district that
have been designated at a European, National and
Regional level for their environmental importance
Amend first paragraph to read
There are a number of sites within the district that have beeb designated at an
International European, National and Regional level for their environmental importance
For consistency with the rest of the Local Plan MAIN No No
SPLA M313 Policy EN9 European Designated Sites sub-heading Amend sub-heading: European Internationally Designated Sites For consistency with the rest of the Local Plan MAIN No No
SPLA M314 Policy EN10 Absent text
Insert additional text at the end of the first row:
Land adjacent to Fenham Carr has been protected for a range of open space uses,
including informal amenity space and the opportunities to develop innovative storage
solutions for drainage, for instance the creation of balancing ponds and other
sympathetic SuDS schemes. It will preserve the immediate rural setting of the Ashton
Memorial and Williamson Park, which are designated heritage assets, provided by the
valley fields and help protect the Park's setting in closer views north-west from
Wyresdale Road and on Fenham Carr Lane.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
SPLA M315 Policy EN10 Absent text
Include additional text at the end of the second row:
Land adjacent to the M6 has been protected to maintain a green gap between
development and the motorway to protect residential amenity and views towards the
Ashton Memorial and Williamson Park and the wider setting of the Ashton Memorial and
Williamson Park. It will preserve the public’s visual amenity and appreciation of the
designated heritage assets from Newlands Road and the M6.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
CHAPTER 23: SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES
SPLA M322 Policy SC2
Reference within the Local Green Space Table:
SC2.13 - Carnforth Cemetery Wood - Historic
Significance and Recreational Value
Delete reference within the Local Green Space Table:
SC2.13 - Carnforth Cemetery Wood - Historic Significance and Recreational Value
Site is included within Carnforth Neighbourhood Plan
Area and it is for the Neighbourhood Plan to
consider its future designation.
MAIN No No
SPLA M327 Policy SC2Missing paragraph which should be added after
paragraph 23.14.
Include new paragraph after 23.14 to read:
In line with national planning policy areas of land protected by a higher designation have
not been designated as a Local Green Space. The following areas had been submitted for
consideration but due to higher designations have not been allocated within this Local
Plan:
*Miss Whalleys Field - Protected via Fields in Trust Centenary Field status * Fairfield
Green Play Area - Protected via Fields in Trust Queen Elizabeth II Field status * Moorside
Fields - Protected by Town Green status * Lancaster Cemetery - Designated Historic
Parks and Gardens * Williamsons Park - Designated Historic Parks and Gardens * Regent
Park - Protected via Fields in Trust Queen Elizabeth II Field status * Land at Heysham
Coast - Protected via legal covenants.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
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SPLA M328 Policy SC4 Remove site from the list of Green Space Networks Lancaster University Campus and the Eastern Fringes of LancasterTo provide consistency with the wider policy and
evidence base.MAIN No No
SPLA M329 Policy SC5 Remove an area from the list of deficiencies. Bailrigg Garden VillageTo provide consistency with the wider policy and
evidence base.MAIN No No
CHAPTER 24: TRANSPORT, ACCESSIBILITY AND CONNECTIVITY
SPLA M337 Policy T3Additional paragraph to be added following Criterion
VII
Development adjacent to waterways will not be permitted unless it can be demonstrated
that it would not adversely impact on the structural integrity of the waterway or its
related infrastructure and assets.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
CHAPTER 25: IMPLEMENTATION AND MONITORING
APPENDIX A: GLOSSARY OF TERMS
SPLA M341 N/A Additional term to be added to the Glossary
Landscape Capacity
An approach to planning in the AONBs that allocates and permits development only
where it will not harm the primary purpose of designation, which is to conserve and
enhance the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the area. This requires an
objective assessment of the landscape and visual impact resulting from potential
development.
To provide further clarity to the plan. MAIN No No
APPENDIX B: BACKGROUND DOCUMENTS
APPENDIX C: NEIGHBOURHOOD PLANNING - LIST OF STRATEGIC POLICIES
APPENDIX D: SITE MITIGATION MEASURES
SPLA M349 N/ASecond Table of Appendix D. Seventh Row: 'Land at
Middleton Towers, Middleton (Policy DOS7)'
Delete 'Mitigation Option H' in relation to Land at Middleton Towers (Policy DOS7) under
'Recreation Pressure on adjacent FLL (operation only)'To ensure policy is in line with the HRA MAIN No No
SPLA M350 N/ASecond Table of Appendix D.Third Row: 'Port of
Heysham (SG14)'Change to 'Port of Heysham (SG14) Industrial Estate (EC1) ' To ensure policy is in line with the HRA MAIN No No
SPLA M351 N/A Final Table of Appendix D. Include reference to the Port of Heysham Expansion (Policy SG14)To provide consistency with the wider plan and the
findings of the SA / HRA process.MAIN No No
APPENDIX E: HOUSING TRAJECTORY
SPLA M353 N/A
Second Paragraph
The trajectory reports actual dwelling completions for
the period 2011/2012 to 2016/17. A total of 2,070
dwellings were completed during this period.
The trajectory reports actual dwelling completions for the period 2011/2012 to
20167 /18 7. A total of 2,595 070 dwellings were completed during this period.To provide and updated position on this matter. MAIN No No
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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 2: THE LOCAL PLAN FOR LANCASTER DISTRICT 2011 - 2031
CHAPTER 3: OBJECTIVES OF THE DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT DPD
CHAPTER 4: CONSULTATION ARRANGEMENTS
CHAPTER 5: HOUSING
DM M16 Policy DM1Bullet Point I
The optimum housing capacity that can be achieved on individual sites;
Bullet point I
The optimum housing capacity that can be achieved on individual
sites; That land is used effectively in delivering housing needs;
To provide greater consistency with national planning
policy.MAIN No No
DM M17 Policy DM1
Bullet Point II
That individual sites maximise their contributions towards the delivery of a
wide range of affordable housing and, collectively, to assist in meeting
Lancaster District's identified housing needs and affordable housing target
of up to 40%;
Bullet Point II
That individual sites maximise their contribution towards the delivery
of a wide range of affordable housing and, collectively, to assist in
meeting Lancaster District's identified housing needs and affordable
housing target of up to 40% including for affordable housing ;
Viability evidence identifies that the level of affordable
housing that can be achieved varies in different parts of
the district.
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DM M23 Policy DM1
Criterion I
Ensure that available land is used effectively, taking into account the
characteristics of different locations and the specific circumstances of
individual sites including viability;
Criterion I
Ensure that available land is used effectively, taking into account the
characteristics of different locations and the specific circumstances of
individual sites, local market evidence and the specific circumstances
of individual sites including viability;
Remove reference to viability as the revised draft
national Planning Practice Guidance states that viability
should not need to be addressed at the application
stage.
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DM M24 Policy DM1
Criterion II
Are located where the natural environment, services and infrastructure can
or could be made to accommodate the impacts of development in
accordance with other relevant policies, particularly DM43.
Criterion II
Are located where the natural environment, services and
infrastructure can or could be made to accommodate the impacts of
development, conforms to the sustainable hierarchy of settlements
identified in SP1 and other relevant policies, particularly DM43.
Remove reference to natural environment as this may
give too strong a presumption that mitigation can be
provided where it may not be possible.
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DM M26 Policy DM1
Criterion III
Small schemes of fewer than 10 units where delivering a broad range of
housing may be limited by physical constraints.
Delete Criterion III
Small schemes of fewer than 10 units where delivering a broad range
of housing may be limited by physical constraints.
Each case will be considered on its own merits, where
physical constrains are significant this will be a material
consideration in decision making
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DM M28 Policy DM1
Final Paragraph
The precise mix of housing types and tenures will be agreed at the time of
application taking account of all relevant factors.
Delete Final Paragraph
The precise mix of housing types and tenures will be agreed at the
time of application taking account of all relevant factors.
Strengthen the importance of achieving a balanced mix
of housing across all sites.MAIN No No
DM M31 Policy DM2
Final Sentances of paragraph 5.23
There may be instances where it would not be appropriate to build to such
standards, this may for example include specific needs. Each case will be
determined on its own merits.
Final Sentances of paragraph 5.23
There may be instances where it would not be appropriate to build to
such standards, this may for example include specific needs. Each
case will be determined on its own merits.
To provide further clarity to this matter. MAIN No No
DM M32 Policy DM2
First Paragraph
The Council in accordance with national policy and practice guidance has
taken consideration of overall need and viability across the district and has
adopted to implement optional housing standards on new residential
development. Proposals for residential development will be supported
where:
First Paragraph
The Council in accordance with national policy and practice guidance
has taken consideration of overall need and viability across the
district and has adopted to implement optional housing standards on
new residential development. Proposals for residential development
will be supported where:
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M34 Policy DM2
Third Paragraph
A flexible approach will be taken to the delivery of accessible and
adaptable dwellings under Building Regulation M4(2) where exceptional
circumstances are demonstrated, such circumstances could include site
topography or vulnerability to flooding.
Third Paragraph
A flexible approach will be taken to the delivery of accessible and
adaptable dwellings under Building Regulation M4(2) where
exceptional circumstances are demonstrated, such circumstances
could include site topography or vulnerability to flooding or where it
can be demonstrated to have a significant detrimental effect on
viability .
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M41 Policy DM3
Schemes of fewer than 11 dwellings but exceed 1,000 square metres Gross
Internal Area will be expected to contribute towards affordable housing
through providing 20% of homes as affordable housing.
Schemes of fewer than 11 dwellings but exceed 1,000 square metres
Gross Internal Area will be expected to contribute towards affordable
housing through providing 20% of homes as affordable housing in
accordance with policy DM3.
At this stage it remains unclear whether the 1000m2
threshold is to be carried through in the NPPGMAIN No No
DM M43 Policy DM3
All other types of affordable housing as proposed to be introduced through
the emerging revisions to the National Planning Policy Framework will be
recognised within the district. However, the preferred means of delivering
intermediate tenure within the District is shared ownership housing or
intermediate rent.
Whilst the Council recognises all types of affordable housing as
defined by Annex 2 of the National Planning Policy Framework, the
preferred means of delivery for affordable housing for sale is shared
ownership. All other types of affordable housing as proposed to be
introduced through the emerging revisions to the National Planning
Policy Framework will be recognised within the district. However,
the preferred means of delivering intermediate tenure within the
District is shared ownership housing or intermediate rent.
To reflect the updated NPPF. MAIN No No
DM M44 Policy DM3
The Council requires rented affordable and social housing in all instances to
be delivered in partnership with Registered Providers, other than the
Government's proposed form of affordable housing known as affordable
private rent which is expected to be brought forward through Built to Rent
schemes which may be delivered by specialist companies. Given that the
Council requires a minimum of 50% nomination rights...
The Council requires rented affordable and social housing in all
instances to be delivered in partnership with Registered Providers.
Exceptions to this are for community led developments as classfied
under Policy DM12 and other thanthe Government's proposed form
of affordable housing known as affordable private rent which is
expected to be brought forward through Build to Rent schemes
which may be delivered by special companies.Given that t T he
Council requires a minimum of 50% nomination rights...
To provide further clarity on this matter. MAIN No No
DM M46 Policy DM3
The replacement off-site affordable dwellings will be in addition to any
other affordable dwellings generated from any new market dwellings on
the alternative site.
The replacement off-site affordable dwellings will be in addition to
any other affordable dwellings generated from any new market
dwellings on both the original and the alternative site.
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DM M48 Policy DM3
Affordable housing thresholds
Other than in the most exceptional circumstances or for schemes within
the West End Masterplan and Morecambe Area Action Plan boundaries,
new housing development must contribute towards the provision of
affordable housing and meet the requirements set out in the table below.
Affordable housing thresholds
With the exception of Other than in the most exceptional
circumstances or for schemes within the West End Masterplan and
Morecambe Area Action Plan boundaries, new housing development
must contribute towards the provision of affordable housing and
meet the requirements set out in the table below.
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DM M49 Policy DM3
15 plus Urban Minimum 30% (Brownfield and Greenfield) up to 40%
(Greenfield) On site
11 plus Rural (excluding AONB’s) Minimum 30% (Brownfield and
Greenfield) up to 40% (Greenfield) On site
11 to 14 Urban Minimum 20% On site
Developments exceeding 1,000 sqm (Gross Internal Area) and under 11
units Urban/Rural Minimum 20% On site
Affordable housing requirements within the Arnside & Silverdale AONB are
identified within the Arnside & Silverdale AONB DPD and requirements for
Forest of Bowland AONB identified under Policy DM6 of this DPD.
15 plus Urban Minimum 30% (Brownfield and Greenfield) up to 40%
(Greenfield) On site
11 plus Rural (excluding AONB’s) Minimum 30% (Brownfield and
Greenfield) up to 40% (Greenfield) On site
11 to 14 Urban Minimum 20% On site
Developments exceeding 1,000 sqm (Gross Internal Area) and under
11 units Urban/Rural Minimum 20% On site
Reference Affordable Housing Target by Development Type
Lancaster and Carnforth and Rural West*
Greenfield 15 and over On site 30%
Greenfield 10-14 On site 20%
Brownfield 10 and over On site 20%
Morecambe, Heysham and Overton
Greenfield 10 and over On site 15%
Rural East**
Greenfield 10 and over On site 40%
Brownfield 10 and over On site 30%
Nil contribution will be sought on schemes of less than 10 units
outside of the districts two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, nor
will any contribution be sought on schemes in any part of the district
which comprise solely of apartment led development, nor brownfield
development in Morecambe and Heysham.
* Rural West includes the wards of Halton with Aughton, Kellet,
Lower Lune Valley and Upper Lune Valley (excluding any part of the
Forest of Bowland AONB)
** Rural East includes the wards of Ellel and Bolton-with-Slyne
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DM M51 Policy DM3
Criterion II
The form of provision, location within a site and the means of delivery will
be subject to negotiation at the time of a planning application. However,
close consideration of the latest available evidence will be required
including the most up to date Strategic Housing Market Assessment or
where there is an up-to-date village or parish housing needs assessment
that is a more appropriate indication of housing need.
Criterion II
The form of size, type, tenure provision, location within a site and the
means of delivery of affordable housing will accord with be subject
to negotiation at the time of a planning application. However, close
consideration of the latest available evidence will be required
including the most up to date Strategic Housing Market Assessment
or where there is an up-to-date village or parish housing needs
assessment where that is a more appropriate indication of housing
need, unless the exceptional circumstances identified in DM1 are
met.
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DM M52 Policy DM3 Creation of a new bullet point in Policy DM3.
New bullet point VI
Where affordable housing is being delivered, the Council will seek to
ensure an appropriate tenure mix using the following percentages as
a guide (and sizes and types as set out in Policy DM1).
• 60% affordable/social rent and 40% intermediate tenure;
• 50% affordable or social rent and 50% intermediate tenure.
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DM M56 Policy DM4 Creation of a new paragraph
Insert paragraph at end of first section of policy
All proposals should demonstrate how they accord with housing
needs for the relevant area identiifed in the Strategic Housing Market
Assessment (Part II) or successor studies.
To link development with evidenced housing needs MAIN No No
DM M58 Policy DM4Current sub-title
General Requirements for Rural Housing
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General Requirements for Housing outside of the Main Urban AreasTo provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M59 Policy DM4
Criterion III
Be located where the environment and infrastructure can accommodate
the impacts of expansion.
Criterion III
Be located where the environment, services and infrastructure can or
could be made to accommodate the impacts of
development expansion.
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DM M62 Policy DM5
Criterion IV
All homes are affordable in perpetuity, comply with the most up-to-date
definitions of affordable housing and are constructed to the most relevant
design and quality standards (at the time of delivery); and
Criterion IV
All homes are affordable in perpetuity, comply with the most up-to-
date definitions of affordable housing and are constructed to the
most relevant design and quality standards (at the time of delivery);
and
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DM M64 Policy DM6
First Paragraph & Creation of new Sub Heading
Within the Forest of Bowland AONB, the number, size, types and tenures of
all homes provided should closely reflect identified local needs in
accordance with current housing needs evidence at the time of the
application, this includes the Strategic Housing Market Assessment and
other robust local housing needs assessments, for example, where there is
an up-to-date village or parish housing needs assessment that is agreed to
be a more appropriate indication of housing need.
First Paragraph & Creation of new Sub-Heading
Housing Development
Within the Forest of Bowland AONB, the number, size, types and
tenures of all homes provided should closely reflect identified local
needs in must accordance with the current identified local housing
needs evidence for the AONB at the time of the application. This
includes the Strategic Housing Market Assessment and other robust
local housing needs assessments,. fF or example, where there is an
up-to-date village or parish housing needs assessment that is agreed
to be a more appropriate indication of housing need.
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DM M65 Policy DM6
Third Paragraph
Given the evidence of affordable need within the Forest of Bowland AONB,
proposals of two or more dwellings will be expected to provide a financial
contribution towards affordable housing in the form of a commuted sum in
lieu of on-site provision of affordable housing will be sought per unit of
affordable housing that would have been provided. Proposals for six or
more dwellings will be required to provide affordable housing on the
application site. Proposals will be expected to demonstrate that densities
make best and efficient use of land and reflect local settlement character.
Third Paragraph
Given the evidence of affordable need within the Forest of Bowland
AONB, proposals of two or more dwellings will be expected to
provide a financial contribution towards affordable housing in the
form of a commuted sum in lieu of on-site provision. of affordable
housing will be sought per unit of affordable housing required that
would have been provided. The financial contribution will be
calculated in accordance with the emerging Viability Protocol SPD.
Proposals for six or more dwellings will be required to provide
affordable housing on the application site. Proposals will be expected
to demonstrate that densities make best and efficient use of land and
reflect local settlement character.
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DM M68 Policy DM7
Criterion II
Development proposals should be appropriate to the character of the local
area in terms of design, layout and materials used;
Criterion II
Development proposals are should be appropriate to the character
of the local area in terms of design, layout and materials used;
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DM M69 Policy DM7Criterion III
Meet the criteria set out in Appendix G;
Criterion III
III. Ensuring suitable amenity standards in accordance with Meet the
criteria set out in Appendix G;
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DM M70 Policy DM7
Criterion IV
Proposals should demonstrate that there will be no unacceptable impact
upon residential amenity in the surrounding area through issues such as
increased noise and disturbance;
Criterion IV
Proposals should demonstrate that there will be no unacceptable
impact upon residential amenity in the surrounding area through
issues such as increased noise and disturbance;
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DM M71 Policy DM7
Criterion VI
Proposals should demonstrate that they would not lead to an unacceptable
increase in anti-social parking in the surrounding area;
Criterion VI
Proposals should demonstrate that they would not lead to an
unacceptable increase in anti-social parking in the surrounding area;
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DM M72 Policy DM7
Criterion VII
Proposals should be designed to be safe and secure for their occupants
whilst respecting the character and permeability of the surrounding area;
and
Criterion VII
Proposals should be are designed to be safe and secure for their
occupants whilst respecting the character and permeability of the
surrounding area; and
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DM M85 Policy DM11 Additional sentence to be included to the end of paragraph 5.88
Additional text to be included:
With regard to car parking, such facilities will only be required where
the scale or nature of the proposal is significant enough to generate
the need for car parking to be provided.
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DM M86 Policy DM11
First Paragraph
The Council will support the provision of new additional moorings on
Lancaster Canal to meet evidenced and identified needs. Any proposals
will...
First Paragraph
The Council will support the provision of new additional moorings on
Lancaster Canal to meet evidenced and identified needs. Any
proposals will...
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DM M87 Policy DM11
Criterion II
That appropriate facilities and servicing is provided for including refuse
disposal, sewerage disposal, a facilities building (which should incorporate
toilets, showers and a laundry facility) and re-fuelling facilities.
Criterion II
It can be demonstrated that appropriate facilities and servicing is
provided either on site or in close proximity to the site for including
refuse disposal, sewerage disposal, a facilities building (which should
incorporate toilets, showers and a laundry facility) and re-fuelling
facilities.
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DM M92 Policy DM12
First Paragraph
Planning applications for self, custom or community-led housing, built by
individuals or groups of indvidiuals for their own occupation will be
supported by the Council where they are in sustainable locations.
First Paragraph
Planning applications for self, custom or community-led housing,
built by individuals or groups of indvidiuals for their own occupation
will be supported by the Council where they are in sustainable
locations in accordance with the settlement hierarchy set out under
Policy SP2 of the Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD.
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DM M93 Policy DM12
Second Paragraph
Developers of strategic sites (sites and amount to be determined by the
outcomes of the Strategic Housing Market Assessment) will be encouraged
to make provision for a proportion of serviced plots of land to contribute
towards meeting the evidenced demand for self, custom or community-led
Housebuilding in the district.
Second Paragraph
Developers of strategic sites (sites and amount to be determined by
the outcomes of the Strategic Housing Market Assessment) will be
encouraged to make provision for a proportion of serviced plots of
land to contribute towards meeting the evidenced demand for self,
custom or community-led Housebuilding in the district.
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DM M94 Policy DM13
Criterion II
Contribute towards the provision of affordable housing in accordance with
Policy DM3;
Criterion II
Contribute towards the provision of affordable housing in accordance
with Policy DM3;
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DM M96 Policy DM13 New criterion to be added and other criteria to be re-numbered
Criteiron IV
The proposal would not result in a unacceptable impact on parking,
including unacceptable levels of on-street parking; and
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DM M97 Policy DM13
Second Paragraph
The City Council considers the importance of maintaining an appropriate
housing mix and safeguarding the character of residential areas to be an
important priority. In doing so, the Council have adopted an approach of a
general presumption against new housing in multiple occupation within the
district. Proposals which would lead to a concentration of more than 10%
of houses being classed as HMOs of the total housing stock within a 100m
radius will not be considered acceptable. This includes proposals for
changes of use to HMOs, or extensions to existing HMOs.
Second Paragraph
The City Council considers the importance of maintaining an
appropriate housing mix and safeguarding the character of
residential areas to be an important priorities y. In doing so, the
Council have adopted an approach of a general presumption against
new housing in multiple occupation within the district. Proposals
which would lead to a To prevent a concentration of more than 10%
of houses being classed as HMOs of the total housing stock within a
100m radius will not be considered acceptable. This includes
proposals for changes of use to HMOs, or extensions to existing
HMOs.
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DM M100 Policy DM13 New criterion to be added and other criteria to be re-numbered
Criterion V
The proposal and the intensity of use will not undermine the
maintenance of a balanced and mixed local community;
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DM M101 Policy DM13 New criterion to be added and other criteria to be re-numbered
Criterion VI
The proposal will not result in a C3 dwelling unit being sandwiched
between two HMO properties in a continuous frontage;
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DM M102 Policy DM13
Criterion IX
The proposal would not result in the creation of sub-standard living
conditions.
Criterion IX
The proposal would not result in the creation of sub-standard living
conditions and will as a minimum accord with the Council's standards
for Houses in Multiple Occupation .
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DM M103 Policy DM13
Final Sentence
Therefore proposals that fall outside of permitted development rights and
therefore require planning permission will not be accepted.
Final Sentence
Therefore pProposals which fall outside of permitted development
rights and therefore require planning permission will only be
considered acceptable where there is a low concentration of existing
HMO's and provide suitable living standards that fall outside of
permitted development rights and therefore require planning
permission will not be accepted.
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DM M104 Policy DM13 New paragraph to be added following 5.101
Artcile 4(2) directions are a means of controlling smaller HMO's
where the Council consider this relevant in the interests of providing
balanced communities.
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CHAPTER 6: EMPLOYENT AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
DM M106 Policy DM14
First Paragraph
Proposals for new employment premises should be located on allocated
employment sites, as identified…
First Paragraph
Proposals for new employment premises should preferably be
located on allocated employment sites, as idenitfied…
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DM M107 Policy DM14
Second Paragraph
Proposals for employment generating uses (B1, B2, B8 and appropriate sui
generis uses) that seek to utilise previously developed land or existing
premises outside of designated emplyoment areas will be supported by the
Council provided that the following issues are addressed:
Second Paragraph
Proposals for empyoment generating uses (B1, B2, B8 and
appropriate sui generis uses) that seek to utilise previously
developed land or existing premises outside of designated
emplyoment areas will be supported by the Council provided that the
following criteria are met issues are addressed:
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DM M108 Policy DM14
Criterion I
That there is sufficient access and capacity in the local highway network to
achieve sufficient access and capacity) to accommodate the proposed use,
including provision for cycling and walking;
Criterion I
That tT here is sufficient access and capacity in the local highway
network (or improvements can be delivered as part of the proposal)
to achieve sufficient access and capacity) to accommodate the
proposed use, including provision for cycling and walking;
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CHAPTER 7: TOWN CENTRES AND RETAILING
DM M122 Policy DM16
…will need to consider the development of larger retail units, but smaller
units and a greater mix of shops that 'promote competitive town centres
that provide customer choice and diverse retail offer and which reflects the
individuality of town centres' (Paragraph 23 of the the National Planning
Policy Framework) should be retained.
…will need to consider the development of larger retail units, but
smaller units and a greater mix of shops that seek to promote greater
customer choice and retail offer promote competitive town centres
that provide customer choice and diverse retail offer and which
reflects the individuality of town centres' (Paragraph 23 of the the
National Planning Policy Framework) should be retained. The Council
will support proposals for main town centre uses where they
compliment the existing independent character of the district's main
centres.
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DM M124 Policy DM16
First Paragraph
Proposals for other main town centre uses (as defined in the National
Planning Policy Framework) will be supported where they are located
within the defined town centre boundary and accord with other policies
elsewhere in the Local Development Plan
First Paragraph
Proposals for other main town centre uses (as defined in the National
Planning Policy Framework) will be supported where they are located
within the defined town centre boundary and accord with other
policies elsewhere in the Local Development Plan
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DM M125 Policy DM16 New First Paragraph with a series of criteria.
Proposals for main town centre uses (as defined in the National
Planning Policy Framework) will be supported where they meet the
following criteria:
I. They are located within the defined town centre boundary and
accord with other policies elsewhere in the Local Development Plan;
II. Do not adversely affect environmental, safety and amenity
considerations;
III. Where it can be demonstrated that the scale and type of
development proposed is directly related to the role and function of
the locality; and
IV. Where development contributes towards creating a strong sense
of place through high quality design.
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DM M126 Policy DM16
Third Paragraph
Such proposals should include a separate and secure access, preferably to
the rear of the property, that does not result in a net loss of ground floor
retail space.
Third Paragraph
Such proposals should include a separate and secure access,
preferably to the rear of the property, that does not result in a net
loss of ground floor retail space.
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DM M127 Policy DM16
Fourth Paragraph
Development proposals for main town centre uses will be supported in
town centre locations subject to environmental, safety and amenity
considerations where it can be demonstrated that the scale and type of
development proposed is directly related to the role and function of the
locality and contributes towards creating a strong sense of plance through
high quality design.
Fourth Paragraph
Development proposals for main town centre uses will be supported
in town centre locations subject to environmental, safety and
amenity considerations where it can be demonstrated that the scale
and type of development proposed is directly related to the role and
function of the locality and contributes towards creating a strong
sense of plance through high quality design.
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DM M128 Policy DM16
Fifth Paragraph
Development proposals for retail development that are located between
the primary shopping area (PSA) and the town centre boundary will also be
supported where it is demonstrated that the proposal cannot be suitably
accommodated in the PSA and will bring positive economic regeneration
benefits.
Fifth Paragraph
Development proposals for retail development that are located
between the primary shopping area (PSA) and the town centre
boundary will also be supported where it is demonstrated that the
proposal cannot be suitably accommodated in the PSA and will bring
positive economic regeneration benefits.
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DM M132 Policy DM16
Bullet Point 1
Over 500sqm in the Main Town centres of Lancaster, Morecambe and
Carforth or wihtin 800 metres of the defined town centre.
Bullet Point 1
The creation of Oo ver 500sqm (gross) retail floorspace within 800
metres of in the Main Town centres of Lancaster, Morecambe and
Carforth or wihtin 800 metres of the defined town centre.
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DM M133 Policy DM16
Bullet Point 2:
Over 200sqm within defined local centres (as set out in Policy TC3 of the
Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD) or within 800 metres of the
defined local centre.
Bullet Point 2:
The creation of Oo ver 200sqm (gross) retail floorspace within 800
metres of a within defined local centres (as set out in Policy TC1 3 of
the Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD) or within 800 metres
of the defined local centre.
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with evidence.MAIN No No
DM M138 Policy DM17
Secondary Retail Frontages
Within other key retail frontages the Council will seek to retain an
appropriate mix of 'A' Class uses whilst permitting a limited number of non-
A1 uses.
Secondary Retail Frontages
Within Secondary Retail other key retail fF rontages the Council will
seek to retain an appropriate mix of 'A' Class uses whilst supporting a
greater level of diversification permitting a limited number of
suitable non-A1 uses.
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DM M139 Policy DM17
Criterion VI
Whether the proposed use of the ground floor would provide an active
frontage; and
Criterion VI
Whether the proposed use of the ground floor would provide an
active frontage during normal daytime trading hours ; and
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DM M142 Policy DM18 Additional new paragraph added to the end of Policy DM18
Proposals which involve the conversion of retail units to residential
purposes will be supported where they are accompied by robust
marketing that has taken place over a reasonable period of time (at
least 12 months) that an ongoing retail use is no longer appropriate
or viable.
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DM M149 Policy DM19Retail proposals that exceed 150sqm should be generally directed towards
defined town centres areas as identified in the Local Plan Policies Maps.
Retail proposals that exceed 150sqm should will be generally
directed towards defined town centres areas as identified in the
Local Plan Policies Maps. The cumulative impact of proposals will be
considered in terms of the implication on the vitality and viability of
defined centres in the locality.
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DM M150 Policy DM20New paragraph to be added at the start of the section on Hot Food
Takeaways
National planning policy is clear that through both the plan-making
and decision taking processes the aim should be to deliver healthy,
inclusive and safe places which, particularly in relation to public
health, enable and support healthy lifestyles especially where this
addresses identified local health and wellbeing needs. Examples of
how this could be achieved include access to a healthier range of
food.
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DM M151 Policy DM20Two new paragraphs and table to be added to the Hot Food Takeaway
Section
Lancashire County Council Public Health Team have prepared a Public
Health Advisory Note on ‘Hot Food Takeaways and Spatial Planning’
which was published in late 2017. This builds on direction given at a
national level and provides greater encouragement to local planning
authorities to manage the level of new hot food takeaways to stop
the proliferation of such uses which is particularly prevalent in areas
of deprivation. This is highlighted through the use of the FEAT
mapping tool in relation to the location of takeaways.
As Table 7.1 displays both Lancashire and Lancaster have significantly
more fast food outlets per 100,000 population than England. Fast
food outlets are defined as premises that prepare and supply food
that is available quickly covering a range of outlets including (but not
limited to) burger bars, kebab and chip shops, fish and chip and
sandwich shops. It excludes outlets classed as bakeries as well as
those to be considered cafes or restaurants. However, in the case of
large fast food chains, all outlets including those classified as cafes
and restaurants are included in the figures.
2012 2016 Difference
Count of Outlets Rate per 100,000 population Count of Outlets Rate
per 100,000 population Actual %
England 40,486 77.5 47,928 87.8 +7,442 16%
Lancashire 1,028 87.9 1,282 121.9 +254 20%
Lancaster 119 84.4 127 89.9 +8 6%
Table 7.1: Fast food outlet density in Lancashire and Lancaster and
comparisons between 2012 and 2016 (Source: Public Health England
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DM M152 Policy DM20
Improving the health and wellbeing of communities in the district is a key
objective of the Local Plan, only way this can be achieved is to encourage
healthy eatin. Large concentrations of hot food takeaways within our
commercial centres and surrounding schools can have the opposition
effect by encouraging unhealthy eating habits. Obesity levels have
continued to rise in recent years with approximately 65% of adults in
Lancaster District classified as overwight or obese, 32% of chidren in the
district as similarly classed as overweight or obese.
Improving the health and wellbeing of communities in the district is a
key objective of the Local Plan, one ly way this can be achieved is to
encourage healthy eatin. Large concentrations of hot food takeaways
within our commercial centres and surrounding schools can have the
opposite ion effect by encouraging unhealthy eating habits.
Approximately 61.5% of adults in Lancaster District are clossified as
overwight or obese. Child excess weight is of particular concern as
excess weight in reception year has been significantly worse than the
England average for the past 3 years and currnently stands at 26.7%
for the district. 33.8% of year 6 children in the district are classified as
overwight or obese, and this figure has been increasing for the past
two years Obesity levels have continued to rise in recent years with
approximately 65% of adults in Lancaster District classified as
overwight or obese, 32% of chidren in the district as similarly classed
as overweight or obese.
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DM M153 Policy DM20 New paragraphs to be added following paragraph 7.20.
In relation to obesity in children, the prevalence in reception year
hovers at around 10% and for several wards within the district the
figure more than doubles when compared to year 6 obesity
prevalence. Therefore the aim of this policy is to help assist in
reducing these levels and sets a ward level threshold of 15% for year
6 and 10% for reception year, over which proposals for further hot
food takeaways will be restricted.
In making decisionson hot food takeaways, the Council will have
regard to the content of the Public Health Advisory note and seek
advice and guidance from Lancashire County Council Public Health
team in relaiton to obesity levels within young people.
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DM M156 Policy DM20Delete table relating to the number of hot-food takeaways in the district
and the final two paragraphs of this section.
Table 7.1: Table showing the Percentage of hot-food takeaways
within Lancaster District Centres
* Figure represents the total number of occupied in the Local Centre
Assessment (2017), Morecambe West End has a further 46 units
which are vacant.
7.23 Up-to-date data and information on the location of hot food
takeaways can be obtained by using the FEAT tool (www.feat-
tool.org.uk). Further guidance on this issue can also be found in ‘Hot
Food Takeaways and Spatial Planning – Public Health Advisory Note’
which has been prepared by Lancashire County Council Public Health
Team.
7.24 It is important that clusters or overall number of non-retail uses
should not dominate any defined centre which detract from its
vitality, viability and overall amenity of the area. Particular issues are
reported with the clustering of A5 (hot-food takeaways) and A2
(particularly betting shops) although any non-retail use could have a
similar impact in aggregate or where they take up large proportions
of frontage.
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DM M157 Policy DM20 New paragraph to be added after paragraph 7.21
In terms of vitality and viability of centres, the Council believe that
similar impacts can arise from the over proliferation and clustering of
betting shops which can have a detrimental impact on the amenity of
the area.
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DM M160 Policy DM21
Criterion II
Be appropriate to its setting and location and has due regard for local
distinctiveness;
Criterion II
Be appropriate to its setting and location and has due regard for local
distinctiveness;
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DM M161 Policy DM21
Criterion V
Not cause a visual intrusion by virtue of light pollution into adjoining
residential properties or unecessarily cause poorly directed light pollution
elsewhere.
Criterion V
Not cause a visual intrusion by virtue of light pollution into adjoining
residential properties, wider landscape / townscape or unecessarily
cause poorly directed light pollution elsewhere.
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DM M162 Policy DM21Criterion VII
The architectural merit of the existing shopfront;
Criterion VII
The architectural merit of the existing shopfront and the character of
the wider area;
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DM M163 Policy DM21Criterion VIII
The existing character of the area;
Criterion VIII
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DM M164 Policy DM21
Criterion IX
The suitability of the overall form, scale and architectural detail in relation
to the appearance of the building;
Criterion IX
The suitability of the overall form, materials, scale and architectural
detail in relation to the appearance of the building;
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DM M165 Policy DM21
Criterion X
The suitability of materials in relaiton to the overall appearance of the
building.
Criterion X
The suitability of materials in relaiton to the overall appearance of
the building.
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CHAPTER 8: LEISURE AND CULTURE
DM M167 Policy DM22
Criterion IV
…with its location and complies with other relevant policies within this
Development Management DPD; or
Criterion IV
…with its location and complies with other relevant policies within
this Development Management DPD; or
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DM M171 Policy DM24Criterion I
The proposal should demonstrate that it will deliver…
Criterion I
The proposal should demonstrates that it will deliver…To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M172 Policy DM24Criterion III
The proposal should be located in an accessible suitable location…
Criterion III
The proposal is should be located in an accessible suitable location…To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M173 Policy DM24Criterion IV
The proposal should ensure that there is no damage…
Criterion IV
The proposal will should ensure that there is no damage…To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M175 Policy DM25
Criterion I
The design of development and management arrangements particularly
focusing on public safety, crime prevention and reduction of anti-social
beheviour where relevant;
Criterion I
The design of development and management arrangements protect
and improve particularly focusing on public safety, crime prevention
and reduction of anti-social beheviour where relevant;
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DM M176 Policy DM25
Criterion V
…and amenity of the surrounding area, shops and services, particularly
through the creation of an active ground floor street frontage.
Criterion V
…and amenity of the surrounding area, shops and services, by
creating particularly through the creation of an active ground floor
street frontage.
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DM M177 Policy DM27
Second Paragraph
Development proposals that are adjacent to designated open spaces will
be required to incorporate design measures that ensure that there are no
negative impacts on amenity, ecological value and functionality of the
space.
Second Paragraph
Amend paragraph to read: Development proposals that are adjacent
to designated open spaces will be required to incorporate design
measures that ensure that there are no negative impacts on amenity,
landscape value , ecological value and functionality of the space.
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CHAPTER 9: EDUCATION AND SKILLS
CHAPTER 10: THE DESIGN OF DEVELOPMENT
DM M181 Policy DM29 Absent bullet point.
Include new bullet point
For every half-metre change in levels between properties, a further 1
metre of separation should be provided'
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DM M183 Policy DM29
Second Bullet Point
For every half-metre change inlevels between properties, a further 1 metre
of separation should be provided.
Delete Second Bullet Point
For every half-metre change inlevels between properties, a further 1
metre of separation should be provided
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DM M185 Policy DM29
First Paragraph
New developments should make a positive contribution to the surrounding
landscape or townscape. The
First paragraph amended to read
New developments should be as sustainable as possible and make a
positive contribution to the surrounding landscape and/ or
townscape.
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DM M186 Policy DM29
Criterion III
Ensure that safety and security are fully considered through the design
process;'
Criterion III
Ensure that safety and security are fully considered through the
design process incorporating 'Secure by Design' principles and paying
attention to personal safety issues in all new development '
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DM M187 Policy DM29 Accessibility sub-heading titleAmend Accessibility sub-heading title to 'Accessibility and Highway
Safety .To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M188 Policy DM29
Criterion XI
Deliver net gains in green infrastructure, retaiing and ehnahcing,
wherepossible, appropriate amounts of garden/outdoor space for
occupiers of both proposed and neighbouring uses;
Criterion XI
Provide green infrastructure by creating a range of open spaces and
habitats, providing appropriate amounts of garden / outdoors spaces
to deliver net gains Deliver net gains in green infrastructure, retaiing
and ehnahcing, wherepossible, appropriate amounts of
garden/outdoor space for occupiers of both proposed and
neighbouring uses;
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DM M189 Policy DM29
Criterion XII
Provide sufficient landscaping areas/buffer zoes and appropriate levels of
open space provision to mitigate development impacts on adjoining
sensitive uses and the open countryside;
Criterion XII
Provide appropriate and effective sufficient landscaping, landscape
buffer zones areas/buffer zoes and appropriate levels of open space
to enhance the appearance of the development, and mitigate the
impact on surrounding users and the townscape and landscape
provision to mitigate development impacts on adjoining sensitive
uses and the open countryside;
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DM M190 Policy DM29
Criterion XVIII
Incorporate electric vehicle charging points in line with the guidance
contained within Policy DM31 and the forthcoming Supplementary
Planning Document on this matter;'
Delete criteria XVIII)
Incorporate electric vehicle charging points in line with the guidance
contained within Policy DM31 and the forthcoming Supplementary
Planning Document on this matter;
Criteria has been moved to Policy DM30 Sustainable
DesignMAIN No No
DM M191 Policy DM29
Penultimate Paragraph
Where major development proposals are likely, due to their size and scale,
to have an adverse impact on the local and built environment, the Council
will expect applicants to make use of local Design Panels to assess such
impacts at the pre-application stage. The views and recommendations of
Design Panels will be given due consideration in the decision making
process.
Penultimate Paragraph:
Where major development proposals are likely, due to their size,
location and scale, to have an adverse impact on the local and built
environment, the Council will expect applicants to make use of local
Design Panels to assess such impacts at the pre-application stage.
The views and recommendations of Design Panels will be given due
consideration in the decision making process.
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DM M192 Policy DM29
In accordance with paragraph 62 of the National Planning Policy
Framework (the Framework) the Council will utilise Design Review Panels
to assess the impacts of major development proposals, particularly those
which due to their size, scale and location may have adverse impacts on
their surroundings. The views and recommendations of these panels will be
given due consideration in determining a planning application
Amend paragraph to read
In accordance with paragraph 62 of the National Planning Policy
Framework (the Framework) NPPF the Council will utilise Design
Review Panels to assess the impacts of major development
proposals, particularly those which due to their size, scale and
location may have adverse impacts on their surroundings. The views
and recommendations of these panels will be given due
consideration in determining a planning applications. The Council
would encourage development proposals on gateway sites, other
prominent sites (especially in Conservation Areas or Areas of
Outstanding Natural Beauty) and city centre sites, to be assessed by
the regional Places Matter Design Review Panel before submitting a
planning application but after engaging with the Council through its
pre-application service to ensure that the principle of the proposal
and the development parameters are acceptable. This will ensure
valuable design feedback on proposals and allow opportunity for
improvements ahead of submission, helping improve the quality of
buildings and places.
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DM M193 Policy DM30
Criterion IV
Account of landform, layout, building orientation, massing and landscaping
to minimise energy, water consumption and water efficency measures;
Criterion IV
Account of landform, layout, building orientation, massing and
landscaping to minimise energy, and water consumption and water
efficency measures;
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DM M194 Policy DM30 Absent criteria
Include new criteria 'Incorporate electric vehicle charging points in
line with the guidance contained within Policy DM31 and the
forthcoming Supplementary Planning Document on this matter' .
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DM M195 Policy DM30
Criteria VI
The re-use of existing resources (including the conversion of existing
buildings) where this would be 'fit for purpose'.
Criteria VI
The re-use of existing resources and traditional materials (including
the conversion of existing buildings) where this would be 'fit for
purpose'
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DM M197 Policy DM31 To delete Policy DM31 and to replace with new text.
To delete Policy DM31 and to replace with new text.
Due to the comprehensive nature of this suggested modification
these changes proposed are not highlighted in this modification list
but can be viewed in the accompanying tracked-changed
Development Management DPD.
To reflect current position on this matter and to ensure
that the policy prepared is sound and robust moving
forward.
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DM M198 Policy DM33 Inclusion of a further sentence at the end of paragraph 10.31.
Further sentence to read
There are currently no Critical Drainage Areas within the District.
However, the Council will continue to work with the Lead Local Flood
Authority and the Envrionment Agency, to peridoically consider the
need and appropriateness of this position.
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DM M201 Policy DM33
The Council will seek to ensure that new development does not increase
flood risk through steering development to areas at lowest risk. Where this
cannot be achieved the Council will expect proposals to include
appropriate mitigation measures to effectively deal with flood risk. . One
method of how flood risk can be mitigated is through the use of
Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) to manage surface water flows. SuDS
can also assist in pollution control through improved filtration and habitat
creation within developments.
The Council will seek to ensure that new development does not
increase flood risk through steering development to areas at lowest
risk. Where this cannot be achieved the Council will expect proposals
to include appropriate mitigation measures to effectively deal with
flood risk. . One method of how flood risk can be mitigated is through
the use of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) to manage surface
water flows. SuDS can also assist in pollution control through
improved filtration and habitat creation within developments. apply
a sequential approach to new development by directing new
development to areas at the lowest risk of flooding, this includes
where necessary the direct application of the sequential test, and if
required the exception test. In exceptional circumstances where
development is considered acceptable in areas at higher risk of
flooding the Council will expect development proposals to incorporate
appropriate measures which mitigate effectively the flood risk.
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DM M205 Policy DM33
Criterion II
That they are supported by an appropriate site-specific Flood Risk
Assessment (FRA) which demonstrates that the proposal meeting the
requirements of the Framework and NPPG;
Criterion II:
That they are supported by an appropriate site-specific Flood Risk
Assessment (FRA) which demonstrates that the proposal meeting the
requirements of the Framework and NPPG That they are supported
by a satisfactory and appropriate site specific Flood Risk Assessment
(FRA), including an assessment of surface water flood risk, which
demonstrates that the proposal meets the requirements of the
National Planning Policy Framework and NPPG;
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DM M206 Policy DM33
Criterion III
That safe, suitable and appropriate flood prevention and mitigation
measures are agreed, implemented and maintained, including through
design and layout, taking Climate Change into account, to ensure that
development is appropriately flood resilient and resistant for its lifetime;
Criterion III moved to Criterion IV and amended to read:
Where proposals meet Criterion II of this Policy, that safe, suitable
and appropriate flood prevention and mitigation measures are
agreed, implemented and maintained, including through design and
layout, taking Climate Change into account, to ensure that
development is appropriately flood resilient and resistant for its
lifetime;
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DM M210 Policy DM33
The National Planning Guidance (NPPG) formally published by the
Government in 2014 sets out a full range of guidance on matters relating to
flood risk. Development proposals in areas that are vulnerable to flood risk
should take account of the guidance covered in the NPPG, ensuring that
matters such as providing a flood risk assessment, addressing the
sequential and exceptions test have been demonstrated through the
applications process.
The National Planning Guidance (NPPG) formally published by the
Government in 2014 sets out a full range of guidance on matters
relating to flood risk. Development proposals in areas that are
vulnerable to flood risk should take account of the guidance covered
in the NPPG, ensuring that matters such as providing a flood risk
assessment, addressing the sequential and exceptions test have been
demonstrated through the applications process.
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DM M212 Policy DM34
First Paragraph First Sentence
Surface water should be managed sustainably within new development.
The Council expects that proposals for all new development will use of
Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems in accordance with the Surface Water
Drainage Hierarchy.
First Paragraph First Sentence
Surface water should be managed sustainably within new
development to ensure that the development does not result in a risk
of surface water flooding to property on or off the site . The Council
expects that proposals for all new development will use development
will incorporate Sustainable urban Drainage Systems in accordance
with the Surface Water Drainage Hierarchy set out below:
A. Into the ground (inflitration at source);
B. To a surface water body;
C. To a surface water sewer, or other suitable surface water drainage
system;
D. To a combined sewer.
Where it is not proposed to use infiltration, applicants will be
required to demonstrate why there is no reasonably practicable
design solution.
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DM M213 Policy DM34
Second Paragraph
Proposals for all new development should implement sustainable drainage
systems, alternatives will only be permitted where it has been
demonstrated to be inappropriate or impracticable.
Second Paragraph
Proposals for all new development should implement sustainable
drainage systems, alternatives will only be permitted where it has
been demonstrated to be inappropriate or impracticable.
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DM M214 Policy DM34
Third Paragraph
Sustainable drainage systems should be designed with due regard to the
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs technical standards
(2015) or any future replacement.
Third Paragraph
Sustainable drainage systems should be designed with due regard to
the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs technical
standards (2015) or any future replacement.
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DM M215 Policy DM34 Inclusion of a further paragraph within Policy DM34
Include the following paragraph after the third paragraph:
Where there is no alternative option but to discharge surface water
to a combined sewer, applicants will need to demonstrate why there
is no alternative and submit clear evidence that the discharge of
surface water will be limited to an attenuated “greenfield runoff”
rate, including an allowance for climate change and urban creep,
agreed with the appropriate bodies.
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DM M216 Policy DM34
All proposals for major development will require a drainage strategy to be
submitted. The drainage strategy must show the type of drainage system
and/or measures proposed, how minimum standards of operation are
appropriate and that clear arrangements are in place for ongoing
maintenance over the lifetime of the development.
All proposals for major development will require a drainage strategy
to be submitted. The drainage strategy must show the type of
drainage system and/or measures proposed, how minimum
standards of operation are appropriate and that clear arrangements
are in place for ongoing maintenance over the lifetime of the
development.
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DM M217 Policy DM34 Additional paragraphs to be added to the end of Policy DM34
Drainage strategies and schemes should be based on evidence of an
assessment of site conditions undertaken by a competent qualified
person/body and sustainable drainage systems should be designed
with due regard to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural
Affairs technical standards (2015) or any future replacement.
Surface water shall be attenuated on site. Wherever possible runoff
from developments shall be managed on the surface, including
circumstances where the final discharge may be to a lower hierarchy
(B to D above). Where below ground systems are proposed
Applicants will need to demonstrate why there is no reasonably
practicable design solution.
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DM M218 Policy DM34
Any drainage proposal will be expected to be part of a site-wide strategy to
avoid piecemeal development and demonstrate how the site delivers
sustainable drainage as part of interconnecting phases.
Any drainage proposal will be expected to be part of a site-wide
strategy to avoid piecemeal development and demonstrate how the
site delivers sustainable drainage as part of interconnecting phases,
and will be provided early in a development in order not to cause
issues whilst partially developed .
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DM M219 Policy DM34
Approved schemes will be expected to be supplemented by appropriate
maintenance and management regimes for the lifetime of any surface
water drainage schemes which will be secured by planning condition.
Approved schemes SuDS that are not adopted by public bodie s will
be expected to be supplemented by appropriate maintenance and
management regimes for the lifetime of any surface water drainage
schemes which will be secured by planning condition or planning
obligation .
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DM M220 Policy DM35
First Paragraph
Development proposals must take into account the demand for off-site
water service infrastructure. In particular, developers will be required to
demonstrate that there is adequate waste water capacity on and off the
site to satisfactorily serve the development.
First Paragraph
Development proposals must take into account the demand for off-
site water service infrastructure. In particular, developers will be
required to demonstrate that there is adequate waste water capacity
on and off the site to satisfactorily serve the development.
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DM M221 Policy DM35
Second Paragraph
New development must demonstrate adherence to the National Planning
Practice Guidance (water supply, wastewater and water quality) hierarchy
of provision of sewerage infrastructure, this includes:
Second Paragraph
New development must demonstrate adherence to the National
Planning Policy Practice Guidance (water supply, wastewater and
water quality) hierarchy of provision of sewerage infrastructure, this
includes the following prioritised hierarchy :
A. Connection to a public sewer;
B. A package sewerage treatment plant; or lastly
C. The provision of septic tanks.
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DM M222 Policy DM35
Penultimate Paragrpah
Water efficiency measures should be incorporated into the development.
The design of non-residential building development should enable
achievement of the BREEAM ‘Excellent’ standard.
Penultimate Paragrpah
Water efficiency measures should be incorporated into the
development. The design of non-residential building development
should enable achievement of the BREEAM ‘Excellent’ standard.
More relevant to DM30, viability not considered to exist
to promote BREEAM excellent in non residential
development
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DM M223 Policy DM35 Further text to be added before the third bullet point.
Further text to be added as a paragraph before bullet point reads:
For major development proposals contact should be made with
Lancashire County Council as the Lead Local Flood Authority in order
to assess the surface water drainage requirements and flood risk of
the development both on and off site. All developers are also
therefore encouraged to contact...
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DM M224 Policy DM35 Delete paragraphs 10.57 to 10.59. Delete paragraphs 10.57 to 10.59.To avoid unnecessary repetition within the Policy and
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CHAPTER 11: THE HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT
DM M228 Policy DM37 Additional paragraph to be added to the start of Policy DM37.
Proposals affecting listed buildings should conserve and enhance
those elements which contribute to its significance. All proposals
should be based on a thorough understanding of the building's
significance.
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DM M229 Policy DM37
First Paragraph
The significance of a Designated Heritage Asset can be harmed or lost
through alteration or destruction of a Listed Building or through
development within its setting. Where a development proposal will lead to
substantial harm or loss of significance consent will be refused.
First Paragraph
The significance of a Designated Heritage Asset Listed Building can be
harmed or lost through alteration or destruction of those elements
which contribute to the special interest and character of the listed
building a Listed Building or through development within its setting.
Harm to such elements will only be permitted where this is clearly
justified and outweighed by the public benefits of the proposal.
Where a development proposal will lead to substantial harm or loss
of significance consent will be refused.
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DM M230 Policy DM37
Second Paragraph
Demolition of Listed Buildings
Proposals that involve substantial harm to or total loss of significant of
Listed buildngs including demolition will not be permitted unless it can be
demonstrated that the substantial harm or loss is necessary to achieve
overriding public benefits that outweigh that harm or loss. The following
criteria as set out in Paragraph 133 of the National Planning Policy
Framework will apply:
Second Paragraph
Demolition of Listed Buildings
Proposals that involve sS ubstantial harm to or total loss of significant
of Listed the listed buildngs including demolition will not be
permitted only in exceptional circumstances where unless it can be
demonstrated that the substantial harm or loss is necessary to
achieve overriding substantial public benefits that outweigh that
harm or loss. The following criteria as set out in Paragraph 195 33 of
the National Planning Policy Framework will apply:
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DM M231 Policy DM37Criterion I
The nature of the heritage asset prevents all reasonable uses of the site;
Criterion I
The nature of the heritage asset prevents all reasonable uses of the
site; and
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DM M232 Policy DM37
Criterion II
That no viable use of the heritage asset itself can be found in the medium
term through appropriate marketing that will enable its conservation;
Criterion II
That no viable use of the heritage asset itself can be found in the
medium term through appropriate marketing that will enable its
conservation; and
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DM M233 Policy DM37
Criterion III
That conservation through grant-funding or some form of charitable or
public ownership is demonstrably not possible; and
Criterion III
That conservation through grant-funding or some form of not for
profit, charitable or public ownership is demonstrably not possible;
and
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DM M234 Policy DM37
Extensions and Alterations to Listed Buildings
Proposals that involve the alterations or extensions to Listed Builldings,
including any partial demolitions, should be based on an accurate
understanding of the significance of the asset and the impact of the
proposal on this site.
Proposals that involve external and/or internal alterations to a Listed
Building would have an adverse impact on the special architectural or
historic character of the building and/or their surroundings will not be
permitted. The loss of historic fabric simply to accommodate new will not
be permitted.
New extensions that dominate or distract from the Listed building in terms
of siting, style, scale, massing, height or materials used will not be
supported by the Council. Reversibility and minimal intervention will also
be a key consideration when assessing proposals.
Where proposals will lead to less that substantial harm to the significant of
the Listed building, this harm should be outweighed by the public benefits
of the proposal which includes securing its optimal viable use.
Extensions and Alterations to Listed Buildings
Proposals that involve the alterations or extensions to Listed
Builldings, including any partial demolitions, should be based on an
accurate understanding of the significance of the asset and the
impact of the proposal on this site.
Proposals that involve external and/or internal alterations to a Listed
Building would have an adverse impact on the special architectural or
historic character of the building and/or their surroundings will not
be permitted. The loss of historic fabric simply to accommodate new
will not be permitted.
New extensions that dominate or distract from the Listed building in
terms of siting, style, scale, massing, height or materials used will not
be supported by the Council. Reversibility and minimal intervention
will also be a key consideration when assessing proposals.
Where proposals will lead to less that substantial harm to the
significant of the Listed building, this harm should be outweighed by
the public benefits of the proposal which includes securing its
optimal viable use.
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DM M235 Policy DM37
Changes of Use and Conversions to Listed Buildings
Where planning permission may not be normally granted for the
conversion of Listed buildings to alternative uses, favourbale consideration
may be accorded to schemes which represent the most appropriate way of
conserving the building and its architectural and historic significance and
setting.
Changes of Use and Conversions to Listed Buildings
Where planning permission may not be normally granted for the
conversion of Listed buildings to alternative uses, favourbale
consideration may be accorded to schemes which represent the most
appropriate way of conserving the building and its architectural and
historic significance and setting.
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DM M236 Policy DM37
Eighth Paragraph
Listed Buildings and Climate Change
The Council will support proposals that seek to reduce the carbon footprint
of a Listed Building provided that it respects the historic fabric, character
and setting of the building. Development involving the installation of
renewable energy equipment on a Listed building will be acceptable
provided the following criteria are met:
Eighth Paragraph
Listed Buildings and Climate Change
The Council will support proposals that seek to reduce the carbon
footprint of a Listed Building provided that it does not harm elements
that contribute towards the significance, respects the historic fabric,
character and setting of the building. Development involving the
installation of renewable energy equipment on a Listed building will
be acceptable provided the following criteria are met:
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DM M237 Policy DM37 Creation of a new paragrpah to follow the eighth paragraph.
Development involving the installation of renewable energy
equipment on a Listed building will be permitted where it conserves
those elements which contribute to its significance and that all of the
following criteria have been addressed as part of the design and
access statement / heritage statement:
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DM M238 Policy DM37
Criterion V
The energy efficiency of the Listed building itself has been first appraised
and suitable measures, which will not effect its character, have already
been undertaken;
Criterion V
The energy efficiency of the Listed building itself has been first
appraised and suitable measures, which will not effect its
significance character, have already been undertaken;
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DM M239 Policy DM37
Criterion VIII
The locations of equipment on the Listed building would not detract from
its character or appearance, either when viewed in close proximity or from
a distance; and
Criterion VIII
The locations of equipment on the Listed building would not detract
from elements that contribute towards its significance its character
or appearance, either when viewed in close proximity or from a
distance; and
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DM M240 Policy DM37 New paragraphs to be added to the end of Policy DM37
Information to Support an Application
Permission will not be granted for applications which are not fully
justified and accompanied by full information necessary to assess the
impact of the proposals on the Listed building.
Proposals should be accompanied by a statement of significance
which should form part of the heritage assessment (which may form
part of the design and access statement) to demonstrate that the
architectural and historic interest of the structure has been
understood and accounted for in any proposals.
Where permission is granted for development which would result in
the total or partial loss of a Listed building, approval will be
conditional upon the asset being fully recorded and the record
deposited with the Historic Environmental Record (HER).
Buildings at Risk
Proposals which will help to safeguard the significance of and secure
a sustainable future for the district's heritage assets, especially those
identified as being at greatest risk of loss or decay, will be supported.
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DM M241 Policy DM38
First Paragraph
Only development that preserves or enhances the character and
appearance of the Conservation Areas will be permitted.
First Paragraph
Only Any development proposals and/or alterations to buildings,
features and open spaces in conservation areas should that preserves
or enhances the special character and appearance of the
Conservation Area. s will be permitted. Specifically, they will be
required to demonstrate that:
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DM M242 Policy DM38
Second Paragraph
Outline applications for development wihtin Conservation Areas will not be
encouraged as details of development would be fundemental in
determining impact upon the heritage asset.
Second Paragraph
Outline applications for development wihtin Conservation Areas will
not be encouraged as details of development would be fundemental
in determining impact upon the heritage asset.
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DM M243 Policy DM38
Demolition of Buildings within Conservation Areas
Proposals that involve the loss of a building (or other element) which
makes a positive contribution to the significance of the Conservaiton Area
will not be permitted unless it can be demonstrated that the substantial
loss or harm is necessary to achieve substantial public benefits that
outweigh the harm or loss. All the criteria which are set out wihtin
paragraph 133 of the National Planning Policy Farmework should be met.
Where a development proposal will lead to less than substantial harm to
the significance of the Conservation Area, this harm should be weighed
against the public benefits of the proposal, including securing its optimum
viable use.
No loss will be permitted without taking all reasonable setps to ensure that
the new development will immediately proceed after the loss has occured.
Demolition of Buildings within Conservation Areas
Proposals that involve the loss of a building (or other element) which
makes a positive contribution to the significance of the Conservaiton
Area will not be permitted unless it can be demonstrated that the
substantial loss or harm is necessary to achieve substantial public
benefits that outweigh the harm or loss. All the criteria which are set
out wihtin paragraph 133 of the National Planning Policy Farmework
should be met.
Where a development proposal will lead to less than substantial
harm to the significance of the Conservation Area, this harm should
be weighed against the public benefits of the proposal, including
securing its optimum viable use.
No loss will be permitted without taking all reasonable setps to
ensure that the new development will immediately proceed after the
loss has occured.
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DM M244 Policy DM38
Development within Conservation Areas
Development proposals for the re-use, alteration and extension of existing
buildings or the creation of new buildings within Conservation Areas will
only permitted where it has been demonstrated that:
Development within Conservation Areas
Development proposals for the re-use, alteration and extension of
existing buildings or the creation of new buildings within
Conservation Areas will only permitted where it has been
demonstrated that:
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DM M245 Policy DM38 New criterion II to be added.
Criterion II
Proposals will not have an unacceptable impact on the historic street
patterns / boundaries, open spaces, roofscape, skyline and setting
including important views into and out of the area; and
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DM M246 Policy DM38 New paragraphs to be added after criterion IV.
Outline applications for development within conservation areas will
not be permitted as it is expected that a full assessment will be
required of the impact that the proposal makes on elements that
contribute to the area's significance and understanding.
There will be a presumption in favour of the retention of buildings
and/or features which make a positive contribution to the special
character and appearance of a conservation area (as identified within
the conservation area appraisal).
Demolition will not be permitted unless it can be demonstrated that
the substantial loss or harm is necessary to achieve substantial public
benefits that outweigh the harm or loss. All the criteria which are set
out within paragraph 133 of the National Planning Policy Framework
should be met.
Where a development proposal will lead to less than substantial
harm to the significance of the Conservation Area, this harm should
be weighed against the public benefits of the proposal, including
securing its optimum viable use.
No loss will be permitted without taking all reasonable setps to
ensure that the new development will immediately proceed after the
loss has occurred.
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DM M247 Policy DM38
Penultimate Paragraph
All proposals that are located wihtin a Conservation Area or its setting
should give due consideration to all relevant policies wihtin the
Development Management DPD development.
Penultimate Paragraph
All proposals that are located wihtin a Conservation Area or its
setting must be accompanied by a clear heritage statement providing
details of the proposed development and its impact. They should give
due consideration to all relevant policies wihtin the Development
Management DPD development.
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DM M248 Policy DM39
First Paragraph
The Council recognises the significance of the setting to a heritage assets.
Propsoals that fail to preserve or enhance the setting of a designated
heritage asset will not be supported.
First paragraph
The Council recognises the contribution that significance of the
setting of to a heritage assets can make to its significance . Propsoals
that fail to preserve or enhance the setting of a designated heritage
asset will not be supported. This includes listed buildings, scheduled
monuments, registed parks and gardens and conservation areas.
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DM M249 Policy DM39
Second Paragraph
Development proposals that make a positive contribution to or better
reveal the significance of the asset and its setting will be favourably
considered.
Second Paragraph
Development proposals which that make a positive contribution to
or better reveal the significance of the asset through and its setting
will be favourably considered.
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DM M250 Policy DM39 New paragraphs to be added after Second Paragraph
Harm to their setting will only be permitted where this is clearly
justified and outweighed by the public benefits of the proposal.
Substantial harm to or total loss of significance of the Listed building
will be permitted only in exceptional circumstances and where it can
be demonstrated that the substantial harm or loss is necessary to
acheive substantial public benefits that outweigh that harm or loss.
The criteria set out in Paragraph 195 of the National Planning Policy
Framework will apply.
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DM M251 Policy DM39
Third Paragraph
The greater the negative impact on the significance of the designated
heritage asset and its setting, the greater the benefits that would be
required to justify any approval.
Third Paragraph
The greater the negative impact on the significance of the designated
heritage asset and its setting, the greater the benefits that would be
required to justify any approval.
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DM M252 Policy DM39Step 2: Assess whetherm how and to what degree these settings make a
contribution to the significance of the heritage asset(s);
Step 2: Assess whetherm how and to what degree these settings
make a contribution to the significance of the heritage asset(s) or
allow significance to be appreciated ;
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DM M253 Policy DM39Step 3: assess the effects of the proposed development, whether beneficial
or harnful, on the significance; and
Step 3: assess the effects of the proposed development, whether
beneficial or harnful, on the significance or on the ability to
appreciate it. This will include consideration of the following: ; and
-Location and siting of development (e.g. proximity to asset and
position in relation to key views to, from and across);
-Form and appearance of development (e.g. prominence, dominance
or conspicuousness, dimensions, scale, massing, visual permeability,
materials and the introduction of movement or activity);
-Wider effects of the development (e.g. changes to built surroudings
and spaces, change to skyline and lighting effects and 'light spill');
and
- Permanence of the development (e.g. anticipated lifetime /
temporariness and reversability).
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DM M254 Policy DM39 New paragraphs to be added to the end of Policy DM39.
All proposals which would impact upon the setting of a designated
heritage asset must be accompanied by a clear heritage statement
providing details of the proposed development and the assessment
outlined in this Policy. They should give due consideration to all
relevant policies within the Development Management DPD.
Where appropriate, the Council will make use of Desgin Panels in
determining that proposals are of the highest design standards and
mitigate any impacts on the surrounding historic environment.
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DM M255 Policy DM40 New paragraphs to be added to the start of Policy DM40
Where a non-designated heritage asset is affected by development
proposals, the effect of the application on its significance will be
taken into account, and there will be a presumption in favour of
conserving and enhancing those elements which contribute to its
significance.
All proposals which would impact upon a non-designated heritage
asset must be accompanied by a clear heritage statement describing
the significance of the heritage asset, including any contribution
made by its setting, as well as providing details of the proposed
development and its impact.
The scale of harm or the loss of that significance will be weighed
against the public benefits of the proposal, including securing its
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document.MAIN No No
DM M256 Policy DM40
First Paragraph
Where a non-desginated heritage asset is affected by development
proposals, there will be a presumption in favour of its retention. Any loss of
the whole or part of such an asset…
First Paragraph
Where a non-desginated heritage asset is affected by development
proposals, there will be a presumption in favour of its retention. Any
loss of the whole or part of such an asset…
To provide greater clarity and consistency within the
document.MAIN No No
DM M257 Policy DM40
Second Paragraph
Any special features that contribute to an asset's significance should be
retained and reinstated, where possible, in accordance with paragraph 135
of the National Planning Policy Framework.
Second Paragraph
Any special features that contribute to an asset's significance should
be retained and reinstated, where possible, in accordance with
paragraph 135 of the National Planning Policy Framework.
To reflect updates to national planning policy. MAIN No No
DM M258 Policy DM40
Penultimate Paragraph
Proposals within the setting of a non-designated heritage asset will be
required to give due consideration to its significance and ensure that this is
protected or enhanced where possible.
Penultimate Paragraph
Proposals within the setting of a non-designated heritage asset will
be required to give due consideration to its significance and ensure
that this is conserved protected or enhanced where possible.
To provide greater clarity and consistency within the
document.MAIN No No
DM M259 Policy DM40 New paragraph to be added to the end of Policy DM40
Where appropriate, the Council will make use of Design Panels in
determining that proposals are of the highest design standards and
mitigate any impacts on the surrounding historic environment.
To provide greater clarity and consistency within the
document.MAIN No No
DM M260 Policy DM41 New paragraphs to be added to the start of Policy DM41.
Development proposals should conserve and enhance those elements
which contribute towards the significance of a scheduled monument
or an archaeological site of national importance. Harm to such
elements will only be permitted where it is clearly justified and
outweighed by the benefits of the proposal. Substantial harm or total
loss of the significance of a scheduled monument or a site of
nationally significance will be permitted only in exceptional
circumstances.
Proposals affecting archaeological sites of less than national
importance shouls conserve those elements which contribute to their
significance in line wiht the importance of the remains.
Where development affecting such sites is acceptable in principle, the
Council will ensure mitigation of damage through preservation of the
remains in situ as a preferred solition. When in situ preservation is
not justified, the developer will be required to make adequate
provision for excavation and recording before or during development.
Subsequent analysis, publication and dissemination of the findings
will be required to be submitted to the local planning authority and
deposited with the Historic Environment Record. The ability to record
should not be a factor in deciding whether such a loss should be
permitted.
To provide greater clarity and consistency within the
document and to reflect updates to national planning
policy.
MAIN No No
DM M261 Policy DM41
First Paragraph
Development proposals that would have an adverse impact on nationally
significant archaeolgical assets or their settings (whether scheduled or not)
will not be permitted.
First Paragraph
Development proposals that would have an adverse impact on
nationally significant archaeolgical assets or their settings (whether
scheduled or not) will not be permitted.
To provide greater clarity and consistency within the
document and to reflect updates to national planning
policy.
MAIN No No
DM M262 Policy DM41
Third Paragraph
Where development affecting such sites is acceptable in principle, the
Council will ensure mitigation of damage through preservation of remains
in situ as a preferred option.
Third Paragraph
Where development affecting such sites is acceptable in principle,
the Council will ensure mitigation of damage through preservation of
remains in situ as a preferred option.
To provide greater clarity and consistency within the
document and to reflect updates to national planning
policy.
MAIN No No
DM M263 Policy DM41
Fourth Paragraph
The Council will seek the preservation of archaeological assets unless it is
not justified (for example where the need for development outweighs the
importance of the asset). In these circumstances, the development will not
be permitted to commence until satisfactory provision has been made for a
programme of investigation and recording. However, the ability to record
should not be a factor in deciding whether such a loss should be permitted.
Fourth Paragraph
The Council will seek the preservation of archaeological assets unless
it is not justified (for example where the need for development
outweighs the importance of the asset). In these circumstances, the
development will not be permitted to commence until satisfactory
provision has been made for a programme of investigation and
recording. However, the ability to record should not be a factor in
deciding whether such a loss should be permitted.
To provide greater clarity and consistency within the
document and to reflect updates to national planning
policy.
MAIN No No
CHAPTER 12: THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
DM M266 Policy DM42
Final sentence of second paragraph
Development proposals should seek to integrate green spaces and green
corridors into development proposdals and forge linkages with existing
green space networks.
Amend final sentence of the last paragraph
Development proposals should seek to integrate designated green
spaces and green corridors into development proposdals and forge
linkages with existing green space networks
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M268 Policy DM42
Third paragraph 'In exceptional circumstances, the loss of green spaces and
green corridors will only be acceptable where appropriate mitigation
measures are provided'
Amend third paragraph to read 'In exceptional circumstances, tT he
loss of green spaces and green corridors will only be acceptable
where appropriate mitigation measures are provided'
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M269 Policy DM42 New sentence to be added to the fourth paragraph
Fourth Paragraph to read
…appropriate mitigation measures are provided. Development,
wherever possible, should enhance green space and green corridor
provision which assimilate into the area, improve air quality and
biodiversity, and provide amenity . This would include replacement
habitat/provision being provided which is of equal or better standard
(in both quantitative and qualitative terms) than existing.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M270 Policy DM42
Final sentence of last paragraph:
In accordance with paragraph 53 of the National Planning Policy
Framework the Council will resist proposals that will involve the loss of
garden spaces to built development where it will result in harm to the kical
environment and amenity.
Amend final sentence of last paragraph:
In accordance with paragraph 53 of the National Planning Policy
Framework NPPF the Council will resist proposals that will involve
the loss of garden spaces to built development where it will result in
harm to the kical environment and amenity.
To reflect potential amendments to national policy MAIN No No
DM M272 Policy DM43
First Paragraph
The Council will support proposals where the primary objective is to
conserve or enhance biodiversity and/or geodiversity or where
development proposals provide better opportunities to secure
management for the long term biodiversity and geodiversity enhancement.
First Paragraph
The Council will support proposals where the primary objective is to
conserve or enhance biodiversity and/or geodiversity or where
development proposals provide better opportunities to secure
management for the long term biodiversity gains and geodiversity
enhancement.
To reflect updates to national planning policy. MAIN No No
DM M273 Policy DM43
Fifth Paragraph
Adverse effects should be avoided, or where this is not possible they
should be mitigated, to make sure that the integrity of internationally
important sites are protected. Development that may adversely affect the
integrity…
Fifth Paragraph
Adverse effects will not be permitted should be avoided, or where
this is not possible they should be mitigated, in order to make sure
that the integrity of internationally important sites are protected. In
exceptional circumstances Ddevelopment that may...'
To be consistent with national planning policy. MAIN No No
DM M274 Policy DM43
Seventh Paragraph
Development Proposals will not be permitted where it results in an adverse
effect on sites of national importance for biodiversity and/or geology.
Seventh paragraph
Development Proposals will not normally be permitted where it
results in an adverse effect on sites of national importance for
biodiversity and/or geology.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M278 Policy DM44 Absent TextInclude new sentence at the start of the Policy: 'The Council will seek
to protect and retain protected trees, hedgerows and woodland '.To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M279 Policy DM44
Third paragraph 'Development should positively incorporate existing trees
and hedgerows within new development. Where this cannot be achieved
the onous is on the applicant to justify the loss of trees and hedgerows as
part of…'
Amend third paragraph 'Development should positively incorporate
existing trees and hedgerows within new development. The Council
will resist the loss of trees within development proposals, particularly
where it can be demonstrated that appropriate alternative design
solutions exist that can allow for retention and incorporation of such
features into the overall design of a new development . Where this
cannot be achieved the onous is on the applicant ...'
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M280 Policy DM44
Alter wording of final paragraph:
'The Council will expect appropriate opportunities to encourage the
planting of new trees, hedgerows and woodland, making use of indigenous
species, throughout the district in an effort to mitigate against the impacts
of Climate Change, and to enhance the character and appearance of the
district'.
The Council will expect appropriate opportunities to encourage the
planting of new trees, hedgerows and woodland, making use of
indigenous species and local provenance , throughout the district in
an effort to mitigate against the impacts of Climate Change, and to
enhance the surrounding character and appearance of the district'.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M282 Policy DM45 Additional new paragraph to be added following 12.44
New paragraph to read:
A landscape assessment will be required as part of the submission of
any proposal that may be considered to have a potential impact on
the setting of the AONB or the Yorkshire Dales National Park. In the
case of larger and otherwise more sensitive schemes a Landscape
and Visual Impact Assessment of a proportionate scale will be
required. In all cases, assessments should be proportionate to the
scale of the proposal and level of impact of the proposed
development on the landscape. In some cases this may be achieved
through the Design and Access Statement, for example where it is a
more minor application and/or has limited impacts. In addition to
guidance specifically referred to in the policy, proposals should have
regard to other available landscape character guidance and evidence
that may be of relevance.
To provide consistency with the wider Local Plan. MAIN No No
DM M285 Policy DM45
Current subheading
Development affecting Other Important Landscapes (outside of
designated landscapes)
Amend sub-title to read
Development outside of Protected and Designated LandscapesTo provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M286 Policy DM45
Second sentence of the 9th paragraph
The Council propose to prepare additional guidance for managing
recreational pressure on Morecambe Bay. Development proposals that
seek to introduce furtherrecreation pressure onto Morecambe Bay will be
required to have due regard to this guidance.
Delete second and third sentence of the 9th paragraph
The Council propose to prepare additional guidance for managing
recreational pressure on Morecambe Bay. Development proposals
that seek to introduce further recreation pressure onto Morecambe
Bay will be required to have due regard to this guidance.
Additional guidance is no longer being prepared MAIN No Yes
DM M287 Policy DM45
Tenth paragraph
A Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA) will be required where
the proposal is for a Schedule I EIA development, the proposal is for wind
turbines, pylons, telecommunication masts and solar farms; the proposal
involves significant landscape or visual impact by virtue of the senstivity
ofthe location within or adjacent to an AONB or National Park or the
proximity of the proposal to a heritage assset whereit islikely to effect the
assets setting'.
Amend Tenth Paragraph to read:
A Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA) will be required
where the proposal is for a Schedule I EIA development, the proposal
is for wind turbines, pylons, telecommunication masts and solar
farms; the proposal involves significant landscape or visual impact
due to its scale or by virtue of the senstivity of the location within or
adjacent to an AONB or National Park or the proximity of the
proposal to a heritage assset whereit islikely to effect the assets
setting'.
To provide greater clarity within the plan. MAIN No No
DM M288 Policy DM45
Key Urban Landscapes are identified as those areas within the main urban
areas which are of value in their own wight in relation to their visual and
amenity value as well as their role in providing the setting for important
heritage assets. Urban Setting Landscapes are defined as thise areas that
whilst not necessarily important in their own right provide an important
role in the setting of the main urban areas of the district. Such areas are
usually located on the edge of the main urban area.
Key Urban Landscapes are identified as those areas within the main
urban areas which are integral to the built form of the district,
providing a setting for important features and/or heritage assets.
They play an important role in defining the townscape of the main
urban area and are inextricably linked to the experience of the wider
setting of these features. These areas also provide amenity value for
local residents and the wider community. The amenity value of these
areas is protected by other policies within the Local Plan. In
comparison Urban Setting Landscapes are peripheral to the built
form and located only on the edge of the main urban area. They are
identified because they provide a visual frame for the urban area,
providing an important role in the setting of existing development,
and providing a significant context or legibility to features within the
wider landscape. are identified as those areas within the main urban
areas which are of value in their own wight in relation to their visual
and amenity value as well as their role in providing the setting for
important heritage assets. Urban Setting Landscapes are defined as
thise areas that whilst not necessarily important in their own right
provide an important role in the setting of the main urban areas of
the district. Such areas are usually located on the edge of the main
urban area.
To be consistent with the evidence base. MAIN No No
DM M293 Policy DM49 Additional new paragraph to be added at the start of Policy DM49
Additional paragraph to read
Development proposals within the North Lancaster Green Belt will be
considered in accordance with national planning policy and
inappropriate development will be resisted.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
CHAPTER 13: DEVELOPMENT IN RURAL AREAS
DM M295 Policy DM50 Additional text to be added to the end of the policy.
Further text to be added reads:
Proposals should have due regard to all other relevant policies within
the Local Plan and, in particular other policies within this DPD.
To provide consistency within the policy and the wider
plan.MAIN No No
DM M297 Policy DM51
Fourth Paragraph
Proposals for caravan sites within the North Lancashire Green Belt will only
be permitted where it is concluded that it does not result in harm to the
Green Belt and does not have an adverse impact on its openess in
accordance with Policy DM49 of this document.
Fourth Paragraph
Proposals for caravan sites within the North Lancashire Green Belt
will only be permitted where it is concluded that it does not result in
harm to the Green Belt and does not have an adverse impact on its
openess in accordance with Policy DM49 of this document.
To reflect updates to national planning policy. MAIN No No
CHAPTER 14: ENERGY GENERATION
DM M299 Policy DM52Amendments to be made to the Mapping relating to areas suitable for
wind energy.
Map to be retitled Figure 14.1. Further wording to read:
Areas which are not covered by the constraints highlighted in Figure
14.1 are areas which are considered to be suitable for wind energy
development (subject to compliance with other planning policy
considerations)
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
CHAPTER 15: SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES
DM M300 Policy DM55
Criterion I
Ensure that a robust and transparent marketing exercise has taken place
demonstrating that the retention of the existing use is no longer
economically viable or feasible. This should include a realistic advertising
period of at least 12 months at a realistic price (confirmed by independent
verification), making use of local and (if appropriate) national media
sources. Information on all offers made, together with copies of the sales
particulars will also be required to accompany the application;
Criterion I
Ensure that a robust and transparent marketing exercise has taken
place demonstrating that the retention of the existing use is no The
continuation of the existing use is demonstrated has been no longer
economically viable or feasible, having fully explored all options for
continuance, and thereafter it is demonstrated that there is no
reasonable prospect of securing a viable satisfactory alternative
community use. This should include a realistic advertising period of
at least 12 months at a realistic price (confirmed by independent
verification), making use of local and (if appropriate) national media
sources. Information on all offers made, together with copies of the
sales particulars will also be required to accompany the application;
To provide further clarity in the policy MAIN No No
DM M301 Policy DM55
Criteron III
The current/previous use no longer retains an economic and social value
for the community it serves.
Criteron III
The current/previous use no longer retains an economic and social
value for the community it serves.
To provide further clarity in the policy MAIN No No
DM M302 Policy DM55 Insert paragraph following paragraph 15.14
Demonstrating that the continuation of an exisitng use is no longer
viable will involve the submission of the following information by an
applicant to demonstrate that reasonable attempts have been made
to actively market the land or premises for sale or lease by an
appropriate agent(s), at existing use value for at least 12 consecutive
months prior to the application being made:
details of the company and person who has carried out the marketing
exercise;
copy of the sales particulars;
details of the original price paid, date of purchase and the new guide
price;
schedule of the advertising carried out, with copies of the
advertisements and details of where and when the advertisements
were placed, along with an estimate of the expenditure incurred from
advertising;
the confirmed number of sales particulars distributed, along with a
breakdown of where the enquiries resulted from, for example, from
the “For Sale/To Let” board, advertisements, etc.;
details of the number of viewings;
resulting offers and why they were dismissed;
details of the period when a “For Sale/To Let” board was displayed,
or if not, the reasons behind the decision; and
timetable of events from the initial appointment of the agents to
current date.
To provide further clarity on this matter. MAIN No No
DM M303 Policy DM55 Insert paragraph prior to paragraph 15.17
In reference to the definition of an appropriate agent(s), this means
agent(s) specialising in premises with the same use as the application
site, where they exist, in addition to local property agents. Planning
applications involving the loss of land or premises currently or last in
community use will not be validated until the council is satisfied that
the information set out above is provided in support of the
application. Applicants are strongly encouraged to agree site
valuations and marketing arrangements with the Council in advance
of making an application.
To provide further clarity on this matter. MAIN No No
DM M304 Policy DM56 Two new paragraphs to be added after paragraph 15.17
Within national planning policy, guidance is provided on how health
should be considered by the planning system. It is clear that as part of
delivering on the social dimension of sustainable development that
planning has a role in supporting and developing strong, vibrant and
healthy communities.
National planning policy is clear that through both plan-making and
decision-taking processes that there is a need to take account and
support the delivery of local strategies to improve health, social and
cultural well-being for all sections of the community. An aspiration
shared by both the original and revised NPPF.
To provide further clarity to the policy MAIN No No
CHAPTER 16: INFRASTRUCTURE DELIVERY
DM M311 Policy DM57
Assessing Viability
In principle the inability to secure the necessary contributions either
through conditions or agreements to make particular development
acceptable in planning terms (for instance environmental mitigation or
compensation) must indicate an unacceptable proposal that should not be
approved.
Assessing Viability
In principle the inability to secure the necessary contributions either
through conditions or agreements to make particular development
acceptable in planning terms (for instance environmental mitigation
or compensation) must indicate an unacceptable proposal that
should not be approved. Where the necessary contributions to make
particular development acceptable in planning terms cannot be
secured through either planning condition or obligation (for instance
environmental mitigation or compensation) then development will
not be supported.
To provide greater clarity within the policy. MAIN No No
DM M314 Policy DM58
Second Paragraph
For smaller schemes the Council will expect FTTP to be provided where
practical.
Second Paragraph
For smaller schemes the Council will encourage expect FTTP to be
provided where it is practical and viable to do so .
To provide greater clarity within the policy. MAIN No No
CHAPTER 17: TRANSPORT, ACCESSIBILITY AND CONNECTIVITY
DM M320 Policy DM59 New criterion to be added after Criterion II
Ensure the impacts of development do not adversely affect the safe
and efficient operation of the local and/or strategic highway
network.
To provide greater clarity within the policy. MAIN No No
DM M323 Policy DM59
Criterion IV
Develop an innovative approach to the delivery of public transport in the
rural areas of the district;
Criterion IV
Develop an innovative approach to the delivery of public transport in
the rural areas of the district;
It is considered that the requirement set out in this
criterion is not sufficiently effective given the limited role
that the local planning authority can play in the delivery
of public transport in rural locations.
MAIN No No
DM M324 Policy DM59
Criterion V
Include measures that address matters of highway safety to the
satisfaction of the local highway authority;
Criterion V
Ensure any adverse impacts, such as matters of highway safety, are
appropriately mitigated to the satisfaction Include measures that
address matters of highway safety to the satisfaction of the local
highway authority;
To provide greater clarity within the policy. MAIN No No
DM M325 Policy DM59
Criterion VII
Make appropriate provision for parking in accordance with Policy DM61
and the car parking standards set out in Appendix E of this document in
terms of both the number of spaces provided and their location in relaiton
to the development, to encourage sustainable travel patters and avoid
congestionand adverse highway safety impacts caused by excessive on-
street parking; and
Criterion VII
Make appropriate provision for parking in accordance with Policy
DM61 and the car parking standards set out in Appendix E of this
document in terms of both the number of spaces provided and their
location in relaiton to the development, to encourage sustainable
travel patters and avoid congestionand adverse highway safety
impacts caused by excessive on-street parking; and
To provide greater clarity within the policy. MAIN No No
DM M326 Policy DM59
Criterion VIII
Be designed and located to ensure the provision of safe streets and reduce
as far as possible the negative impacts of vehicles in accordance with
paragraph 32 of the National Planning Policy Framework. This should
address issues such as highway efficiency and excessive volumes of traffic,
fumes and noise and where possible road infrastructure should seek to
compliment and enhance the landscape and townscape.
Criterion VIII
Be designed and located to ensure the provision of safe streets and
reduce as far as possible the negative impacts of vehicles in
accordance with paragraph 32 of the National Planning Policy
Framework. This should address issues such as highway efficiency
and excessive volumes of traffic, fumes and noise and where possible
road infrastructure should seek to compliment and enhance the
landscape and townscape.
To provide greater clarity within the policy, these issues
are dealt with under existing criteria and new criterion
proposed through this modification process.
MAIN No No
DM M327 Policy DM59 New criterion to be added to the end of the policy.
Where proposals generate significant traffic movements, the impacts
of development should be mitigated by measures which are set out
within a Travel Plan.
To provide greater clarity within the policy. MAIN No No
DM M328 Policy DM59
Penultimate paragraph
Where proposals are not able to achieve this, it must be clearly
demonstrated that significant impacts can be addressed through the
preparation of a Travel Plan in accordance with Policy DM62.
Penultimate paragraph
Where proposals are not able to achieve this, it must be clearly
demonstrated that significant impacts can be addressed through the
preparation of a Travel Plan in accordance with Policy DM62.
This matter is now dealt with elsewhere in the policy
through newly suggested modificationsMAIN No No
DM M329 Policy DM59
Final paragraph
Development proposals should seek t maximise the effeciency and capacity
on the existing transport and highway network. Where such capacity is
insufficient to accommodate the proposal, the provision of new transport
and highway infrasturcture will be sought as a priority. Depending on the
scale, nature and locaiton of new development new infrastructure either in
whole or in part, will be required to enable to the properly phased
implementation of the development. Where capacity is insufficient, and
inadequate mitigation measures are proposed to remediate this issue, then
planning permission is likely to be refused.
Final paragraph
Development proposals should seek t maximise the effeciency and
capacity on the existing transport and highway network. Where such
capacity is insufficient to accommodate the proposal, the provision
of new transport and highway infrasturcture will be sought as a
priority. Depending on the scale, nature and locaiton of new
development new infrastructure either in whole or in part, will be
required to enable to the properly phased implementation of the
development. Where capacity is insufficient, and inadequate
mitigation measures are proposed to remediate this issue, then
planning permission is likely to be refused.
This matter is now dealt with elsewhere in the policy
through newly suggested modificationsMAIN No No
DM M330 Policy DM59 The creation of a new final paragraph to Policy DM59.
Where proposals are unable to address the matters described above
and that the impacts of the scheme, either individually or
cumulatively cannot be resolved through mitigation, then planning
permission will be refused.
To provide greater clarity within the policy. MAIN No No
DM M331 Policy DM60
I. Maintain and where possible improve the existing pedestrian
infrastructure, including the Public Rights of Way (PROW) and green
infrastructure network;
I. Maintain and where possible improve the existing pedestrian
infrastructure, including the Public Rights of Way (PROW) and green
infrastructure canal network;
To provide greater clarity within the policy. MAIN No No
DM M332 Policy DM60 The creation of a new paragraph to Policy DM60.IV. Designed to provide legible places that encourages high levels of
accessibility
To ensure proposals provide useable walking and cycling
environmentsMAIN No No
DM M333 Policy DM60
Where development proposals affect a Public Right of Way, the Council will
expect that routes will be retained along existing alignments. Appropriate
alternative diversion routes will be considered where it is not feasible or
appropriate to retain the existing route, to the satisfaction of Lancashire
County Council.
Where development proposals affect a Public Right of Way, the
Council will expect that routes will be retained along existing
alignments. Appropriate alternative diversion routes will be
considered where it is not feasible or appropriate to retain the
existing route, to the satisfaction of Lancashire County Council.
It is considered that the requirement set out in this
policy is not sufficiently effective given the limited role
that the local planning authority can play in Public Rights
of Way legislation.
MAIN No No
DM M334 Policy DM60
Development that will generate a significant level of footfall should be
located within central or highly accessible locations, which provide good
access for pedestrians and have due consideration to the criteria set out in
(I) to (III) above and any other relevant guidance provided on this matter.
Development that will generate a significant level of footfall should
be located within central or highly accessible locations, which
provide good access for pedestrians and have due consideration to
the criteria set out in (I) to (III) above and any other relevant
guidance provided on this matter.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M335 Policy DM60
To build on the previous success of Lancaster’s designation as a ‘Cycling
Demonstration Town’ the Council will ensure that development proposals
do not adversely impact on the existing cycling network or cycle users.
Development proposals should also encourage greater opportunities for
cycle users through good design, and deliver appropriate cycle access.
Proposals should also include appropriate linkages to the existing cycle
network and secure and covered cycle parking and storage facilities.
To build on the previous success of Lancaster’s designation as a
‘Cycling Demonstration Town’ the Council will ensure that
development proposals do not adversely impact on the existing
cycling network or cycle users. Development proposals should also
encourage greater opportunities for cycle users through good design,
and deliver appropriate cycle access. Proposals should also include
appropriate linkages to the existing cycle network and secure and
covered cycle parking and storage facilities. The level of cycling and
walking infrastructure to be provided will be related to the need for
modal shift and is likely to be greatest in urban areas.
To provide greater clarity and to recognise that
approaches in rural areas may require different solutions
in terms of sustainable travel.
MAIN No No
DM M336 Policy DM60
Cycling improvements should be implemented across all communities on
the social gradient, but with a particular focus on those lower down the
gradient. Non-residential development proposals should also promote
shower changing facilities for staff.
Cycling improvements should be implemented across all
communities on the social gradient, but with a particular focus on
those lower down the gradient. Non-residential development
proposals should also promote shower changing facilities for staff.
It is considered that all parts of the community should
be considered. MAIN No No
DM M337 Policy DM60
The Council will seek to protect the established Public Rights of Way
(PROW) within the district; this includes footpaths of local importance but
also footpaths of national importance, including the English Coastal Path
Route. Development proposals that affect recognised Public Rights of Way
should, in the first instance, seek to incorporate existing routes
satisfactorily within the proposal. Where this is demonstrated to not be
possible the Council will expect proposals to provide adequate alternative
arrangements through the appropriate diversion of existing routes.
The Council will seek to protect the established Public Rights of Way
(PROW) within the district; this includes footpaths of local
importance but also footpaths of national importance, including the
English Coastal Path Route. Development proposals that affect
recognised Public Rights of Way should, in the first instance, seek to
incorporate existing routes satisfactorily within the proposal. Where
this is demonstrated to not be possible the Council will expect
proposals to provide adequate alternative arrangements through the
appropriate diversion of existing routes.
It is considered that the requirement set out in this
policy is not sufficiently effective given the limited role
that the local planning authority can play in Public Rights
of Way legislation.
MAIN No No
DM M338 Policy DM60
To build on the previous success of Lancaster’s designation as a ‘Cycling
Demonstration Town’ the Council will ensure that development proposals
do not adversely impact on the existing cycling network or cycle users.
Development proposals should also encourage greater opportunities for
cycle users through good design, and deliver appropriate cycle access.
Proposals should also include appropriate linkages to the existing cycle
network and secure and covered cycle parking and storage facilities. The
level of cycling and walking infrastructure to be provided will be related to
the need for modal shift and is likely to be greatest in urban areas.
To build on the previous success of Lancaster’s designation as a
‘Cycling Demonstration Town’ the Council will ensure that
development proposals do not adversely impact on the existing
cycling network or cycle users. Development proposals should also
encourage greater opportunities for cycle users through good design,
and deliver appropriate cycle access. Proposals should also include
appropriate linkages to the existing cycle network and provide secure
and covered cycle parking and storage facilities. Where necessary
development should contribute to the development of the existing
network as set out in Policy T2 of the Strategic Policies and Land
Allocations DPD. The level of cycling and walking infrastructure to be
provided will be related to the need for modal shift and is likely to be
greatest in urban areas.
To provide greater clarity on the need for wider
improvements to the network.MAIN No No
DM M339 Policy DM60
Cycling improvements should be implemented across all communities on
the social gradient, but with a particular focus on those lower down the
gradient. Non-residential development proposals should also promote
shower changing facilities for staff.
Cycling improvements should be implemented across all
communities on the social gradient, but with a particular focus on
those lower down the gradient. Non-residential development
proposals should also promote shower changing facilities for staff.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M340 Policy DM60
Cycling improvements should be implemented across all communities on
the social gradient, but with a particular focus on those lower down the
gradient. Non-residential development proposals should also promote
shower changing facilities for staff.
Cycling improvements should be implemented across all
communities on the social gradient, but with a particular focus on
those lower down the gradient. Non-residential development
proposals should also promote shower changing facilities for staff.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M341 Policy DM61 New criterion to be added to Policy DM61
The design and layout of car parking within new development should
be carefully considered to avoid large unbroken areas of hard
standing.
To provide greater clarity within the policy. MAIN No No
DM M342 Policy DM61
Where garage provision is to be provided, these should be of a sufficient
size to genuinely be used by a car and should include an internal space of
at least 6 metres long by 3 metres wide.
Where garage provision is to be provided, these should be of a
sufficient size to genuinely be used by a car and should include an
internal space of at least 6 metres long by 3 metres wide.
To provide greater clarity within the policy. MAIN No No
DM M343 Policy DM61New paragraph to be added to the Car Parking Provision section of Policy
DM61.
For proposals that will generate visitor trips (this can be either
residential or commercial uses), it should be demonstrated that an
appropriate number of visitor spaces are provided over and above the
standards set out in Appendix E.
To provide greater clarity within the policy. MAIN No No
DM M344 Policy DM61
Final Paragraph
Adequate and secure vehicle and cycle parking facilities should be provided
to serve the needs of the proposed development. Car free development, or
development proposed which incorporates very limited car parking
provision, will only be considered acceptable in appropriate locations
where there is clear justification for the level of provision proposed.
Final Paragraph
Adequate and secure vehicle and cycle parking facilities should be
provided to serve the needs of the proposed development. Car free
development, or development proposed which does not meet the
requirements of Appendix E incorporates very limited car parking
provision, will only be considered acceptable in appropriate locations
where there is clear justification for the level of provision proposed.
To provide greater clarity within the policy. MAIN No No
DM M345 Policy DM61
For proposals that will generate visitor trips (this can be either residential
or commercial uses), it should be demonstrated that an appropriate
number of visitor spaces are provided over and above the standards set
out in Appendix E.
For proposals that will generate visitor trips (this can be either
residential or commercial uses), it should be demonstrated that an
appropriate number of visitor spaces are provided over and above
the standards set out in Appendix E.
This paragraph has been moved into the main body of
Policy DM61.MAIN No No
DM M348 Policy DM62 Delete the first paragraph of Policy DM62
First Paragraph
The Council will support proposals that maximise opportuntiies for
the use of sustainable modes of travel. Development proposals
should make appropriate contributions (having due regard to cost-
effectiveness) to improve the transport network and transport
infrastructure, particularly to facilitate walking, cycling and public
transport (bus and rail) to encourage the use of alternative forms of
transport from the private car.
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DM M349 Policy DM62
Second Paragraph
Proposals that would generate a high number of trips or visits, or generate
significant traffic movements on the local highway network should be
located in a sustainable location which can be accessed through a variety of
transport modes. Proposals should not give rise to traffic volumes that
exceed the capacity of the local road network without mitigation measures
being agreed, nor cause harm to the character of the surrounding area.
Second Paragraph
Proposals that would generate a high number of trips or visits, or
generate significant traffic movements on the local highway network
should be located in a sustainable location which can be accessed
through a variety of transport modes should be accompanied by a
relevant Transport Assessment or Travel Plan . Proposals should not
give rise to traffic volumes that exceed the capacity of the local road
network without mitigation measures being agreed, nor cause harm
to the character of the surrounding area.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M350 Policy DM62
Fourth Paragraph
The 'Travel Plan' will also be required where the development involves
significant residential, commercial or employment development or non-
residential institutions including schools, colleges and universities.
Fourth Paragraph
The 'Travel Plan' will also be required where the development
involves significant residential, commercial or employment
development or non-residential institutions including schools,
colleges, and universities and hospitals .
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DM M351 Policy DM62 Additional paragraph to be added.
For major development, applicants will be required to demonstrate
that the transport assessment has informed the design of the
proposed development and the accompanying Travel Plan. Effective
transport management should be identified, including appropriate
mitigation of the impacts. The mitigation identified may need to be
addressed through a range of measures, including planning
obligations, s278 works and/or a Travel Plan.
To provide greater clarity within the policy. MAIN No No
DM M353 Policy DM62
For major development, applicants will be required to demonstrate that
the transport assessment has informed the design of the proposed
development and the accompanying Travel Plan. Effective transport
management should be identified, including appropriate mitigation of the
impacts. The mitigation identified may need to be addressed through a
range of measures, including planning obligations, s278 works and/or a
travel plan.
For major development, applicants will be required to demonstrate
that the transport assessment has informed the design of the
proposed development and the accompanying Travel Plan. Effective
transport management should be identified, including appropriate
mitigation of the impacts. The mitigation identified may need to be
addressed through a range of measures, including planning
obligations, s278 works and/or a travel plan.
This paragraph has been moved into the main body of
Policy DM62.MAIN No No
DM M360 Policy DM63
Improvement to highway capacity on the A6 Corridor in South Lancaster
Improvement to traffic management in Lancaster City Centre
Improvements to connectivity around Morecambe Bay
Enhancing the role of Ultra Low Emission Vehicles
Investigating the role of a New Bus Rapid Transit System between South
Lancaster - Lancaster City Centre - Morecambe - Heysham
Improvement to highway capacity on the A6 Corridor between
Lancaster City Centre and Galgate in South Lancaster
Improvement to traffic management in Lancaster City Centre to
provide greater priority to public transport, pedestrian and cycling
movements
Improvements to connectivity around Morecambe Bay improving rail
services and improving cycling and walking linkages
Enhancing the role of Ultra Low Emission Vehicles
Investigating the role of Establishing a Nn ew Bus Rapid Transit
System between South Lancaster - Lancaster City Centre - Junction
34 Park and Ride - Morecambe - Heysham
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
DM M361 Policy DM63Creation of two new paragraphs which is positioned below the bullet
points in Policy DM63.
Proposals which seek, by their scale, location and nature, to
compromise the delivery of strategic highway and transport
improvements in the district, as outlined in the Highways and
Transport Masterplan will not be supported.
Where appropriate the Council may seek contributions towards the
delivery of new infrastructure to acheive the aims and objectives set
out in the Highways and Transport Masterplan where such
contributions are reasonable and directly related to the development
proposed in line with national planning policy.
To provide further clarity to the policy. MAIN No No
CHAPTER 18: PLANNING ENFORCEMENT
APPENDIX A: GLOSSARY OF TERMS
DM M367 N/A Additional term to be added to the Glossary
Landscape Capacity
An approach to planning in the AONBs that allocates and permits
development only where it will not harm the primary purpose of
designation, which is to conserve and enhance the natural beauty,
wildlife and cultural heritage of the area. This requires an objective
assessment of the landscape and visual impact resulting from
potential development.
To provide further clarity to the DPD. MAIN No No
APPENDIX B: BACKGROUND DOCUMENTS
APPENDIX C: POLICY NUMBER CHANGESAPPENDIX D: OPEN SPACE STANDARDSAPPENDIX E: CAR PARKING STANDARDS
DM M372 N/AAdditional standards to be included for Student Accommodation under
Class C2
Additional Standards to read:
City Centre Locations - 1 per resident staff and 1 per 10 beds
District and Local Centres - 1 per resident staff and 1 per 5 beds
All other areas - 1 per resident staff and 1 per 5 beds
Disabled parking up to 200 bays - 3 bays or 6% of total
Disabled parking more than 200 bays - 2 bays or 4% of total
Bicycles - 1 per 3 beds
Motorbikes - 1 per 100 beds (min. 2)
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APPENDIX F: AGRILCULTURAL AND WORKERS DWELLINGS
APPENDIX G: PURPOSE BUILT STUDENT ACCOMMODATION
APPENDIX H: FLAT CONVERSIONS
SUGGESTED MODIFICATIONS TO THE LOCAL PLAN POLICIES MAPS - PRE EXAMINATION (SEPTEMBER 2018)SUGGESTED LIST OF MODIFICATIONS TO THE LOCAL PLAN POLICIES MAPS - CONSULTATION OCTOBER 2018
MODIFICATION
NUMBER
POLICY
NUMBERAREA TEXT IN PUBLICATION VERSION PROPOSED AMENDMENT REASON FOR AMENDMENT
MAJOR / MINOR
MODIFICATION
LIKELY TO RESULT IN SIGNFICANT CHANGES
TO THE SA
LIKELY TO RESULT IN SIGNFICANT CHANGES
TO THE HRA
INSET MAP 1: MAIN URBAN AREAS
LPPM M04Mineral
SafeguardingN/A Not applicable Mineral safeguarding areas should be clearly identifiable on the Local Plan Policies Maps
To provide clarity and consistency in the Local Plan Policies Map to
the Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD.MAIN No No
LPPM M05
Urban
Settlement
Boundary
Land to the East of Fulwood Drive /
Russell Drive
The urban settlement boundary on land to the rear of Fulwood Drive and Russell Drive
currently makes use of the West Coast Mainline.
The Urban Settlement boundary should be amended to reflect the current urban
boundary in this area.
To provide clarity and consistency in the Local Plan Policies Map to
the Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD.MAIN No No
LPPM M10 Policy SG7 East Lancaster Strategic Site Not applicable
The extent of the SG7 allocation should be extended to include the land at (and surround)
Cuckoo Farm. The landscape designation should also be scaled back towards the
motorway to provide a narrow buffer to reflect landscaping evidence for this area.
To provide clarity and consistency in the Local Plan Policies Map to
the Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD.MAIN No No
LPPM M11 Policy SG9 North Lancaster Strategic Site Not applicableThe allocation for housing (denoted in orange) should be extended northwards to the
boundary of the local landscape designation.
To provide clarity and consistency in the Local Plan Policies Map to
the Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD.MAIN No No
LPPM M12 Policy SG9 North Lancaster Strategic Site Not applicableTo remove the key urban landscape designation from the wider housing allocation
(denoted in orange). The wider boundary should be retained.
To provide clarity and consistency in the Local Plan Policies Map to
the Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD.MAIN No No
LPPM M13 Policy SG14 Port of Heysham Policy SG14 covers land at the Port of HeyshamThe boundaries of Policy SG14's allocation at the Port should be amended and realigned
to exclude the land on the foreshort known as the 'Heysham Helipad'.
To take account of the findings of the HRA and address concerns of
Natural England over impacts on the adjacent Morecambe Bay.MAIN No No
LPPM M34 Policy H2.7Land at Monkswell Avenue, Bolton-le
SandsNot applicable Delete Allocation and renumber / relabel all rural housing sites which follow
To reflect evidence and information from the landowner that the
site is not deliverable for residential purposes.MAIN No No
LPPM M44 Policy EN6Green Belt - Land to the West of Sea
View Drive, Slyne-with-HestThe land is currently located in the North Lancashire Green Belt.
To re-align the Green Belt boundaries in this location, moving the Green Belt boundary
westwards to make use of the Lancaster Canal to the west and to the South Rakes Head
Lane.
To provide alignment with the emerging Slyne-with-Hest
Neighbourhood Plan and provide future opportunities for growth to
meet local needs.
MAIN No No
LPPM M54 Policy SC3 Public Open Space Not applicableTo be updated in light of evidence which has arisen from the Lancaster District Open
Space Study, completed in September 2018.
To provide clarity and consistency in the Local Plan Policies Map to
the Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD.MAIN No No
INSET MAP 2: LANCASTER TOWN CENTRE
LPPM M63 Policy DOS2 Moor Lane Mills, Central Lancaster Not applicableDelete allocation DOS2, this areas should be now included in the wider SG5 allocation for
the Canal Quarter.
To provide clarity and consistency in the Local Plan Policies Map to
the Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD.MAIN No No
LPPM M64 Policy DOS3 Luneside East Not applicableDelete allocation DOS3, this site should now be identified under Policy H1 of the Strategic
Policies & Land Allocations DPD
To provide clarity and consistency in the Local Plan Policies Map to
the Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD.MAIN No No
INSET MAP 3: CARNFORTH
LPPM M66
Urban
Settlement
Boundary
N/A Not applicable
The urban settlement boundary to the south of Carnforth (in the vicinity of the SG12
allocation) should be realigned to between reflect the expected extent of build
development on the site.
To provide clarity and consistency in the Local Plan Policies Map to
the Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD.MAIN No No
LPPM M67 Policy SG11 Lundsfield QuarryThe land at Carnforth Rangers FC is currently omitted from the wider allocation of
Lundsfield Quarry (SG11)
Land at Carnforth Rangers to be included within the wider SG11 allocation (and coloured
orange).
To provide clarity and consistency in the Local Plan Policies Map to
the Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD.MAIN No No
LPPM M69 Policy EC1 Land at Scoland Road Land at Scotland Road is allocated for employment purposes under Policy EC1.3The employment allocation in this area should be expanded northwards to meet the
railway line.
To provide clarity and consistency in the Local Plan Policies Map to
the Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD.MAIN No No
INSET MAP 4: MORECAMBE TOWN CENTRE
INSET MAP 5: JUNCTION 33
DISTRICT-WIDE MAP
LPPM M94 Policy H2 Old Hall Farm, Over Kellet Not applicableNew allocation to be identified for housing at Old Hall Farm, Over Kellet to reflect recent
planning approval.
To provide clarity and consistency in the Local Plan Policies Map to
the Strategic Policies & Land Allocations DPD.MAIN No No