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| Unitary Development
Plan - Adopted 1 March 2005 |
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FOREWORD
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| The Unitary Development Plan First Review
is the land use plan for the Borough, and seeks, through its policies
and proposals, to guide development, as well as to protect and enhance
the Borough's special environment, for present and future generations. |
| The Plan is set in the context of national
and regional planning guidance, but the policies are tailored for
this Borough's unique environment, characterised by its well-loved
Royal Parks large open spaces, many historic buildings and conservation
areas, attractive town centres and residential areas and extensive
River Thames frontage. New developments must recognise and enhance
this special character. |
| A key initiative of the Council is its
Civic Pride programme, which is intended to make Richmond upon Thames
the safest, cleanest and greenest Borough in London. The Unitary Development
Plan Review has a key role in relation to the "Civic Guardian" role
and particularly in ensuring there are rigorous policies to protect
and enhance our natural and built heritage. |
| The Council also takes a lead in reinforcing
community life both as a provider of services and through initiatives
with other partners for example for health, safety, education and
community care. The Plan contributes to this by ensuring that provision
is made locally for shops, employment, education and community facilities
as well as for housing, including affordable housing. Locally provided
facilities should reinforce community life and reduce the need to
travel. The Plan also seeks to improve provision to enhance transport
choice, reduce congestion and improve road safety. |
| This Plan takes account of operational
experience of the original Unitary Development Plan (adopted in 1996)
and the extensive comments from residents, businesses and other organisations
at various consultation stages, including two Public Inquiries in
2000 and 2003. I am very grateful for this input to the Plan The Unitary
Development Plan Review will remain in force until the adoption of
the new style Local Development Framework which is programmed for
adoption in 2008. |
| I commend this Plan to all those who live,
work and visit our Borough, |
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| Councillor David Marlow |
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