the Earls Court project a Summary of the planning applications

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1 the Earls Court project a Summary of the planning applications

2 SHAPING WEST LONDON Following two years of consultation, in June 2011 EC Properties Ltd submitted planning applications to the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham and the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea for the redevelopment of the Earls Court site and the Seagrave Road car park. Taken together the planning applications propose the transformation of the Earls Court & West Kensington Opportunity Area (the Opportunity Area) into a vibrant, new urban district based on the concept of four urban villages and a High Street. Inspired by London, the four villages will be designed for sustainable urban living and will comprise new homes, offices, hotels, work space, education and community facilities as well as a new destination for leisure and culture. This document provides a brief overview of the proposed development and information about the content of the planning applications submitted for the Opportunity Area focusing on the Earls Court site. A separate, more detailed document has been prepared for Seagrave Road. Earls Court & Seagrave Road proposals Quick facts: 77 acres (31 hectares) 1.06 million sq m GEA (11.4 million sq ft) of proposed development 146,000 sq m (1.57 sq ft) of ancillary space including London Underground stabling 41 acres (16.75 hectares) of open space including the Lost River Park Up to 7,583 new homes (6,775 at Earls Court and 808 at Seagrave Road) including: 760 new replacement homes for existing residents of West Kensington and Gibbs Green estates 740 new intermediate affordable homes High Street containing retail, cultural, community and education space Office and workspace Community facilities including primary school, nursery and health hub Public sports and leisure facilities New hotels and serviced apartments 4,821 car parking spaces 12,274 cycle parking spaces Barclays cycle docking stations A car club Improvements to three stations: Earls Court, West Brompton & West Kensington Code for Sustainable Homes Level 4 13,800 new residents 2,250 construction jobs per year 12,000 permanent full time jobs created 1 billion annual spend to the local economy 20 year construction period 01

3 LBHF TfL EC Properties Regent s Park ROYAL BOROUGH OF KENSINGTON AND CHELSEA marylebone notting hill soho LONDON BOROUGH OF HAMMERSMITH AND FULHAM holland Park kensington gardens hyde Park mayfair st james s green Park st james s Park Map of principal landowners buckingham palace kensington belgravia victoria chelsea A Unique Opportunity earls court The Opportunity Area as designated by the Mayor of London in the London Plan offers an exceptional opportunity to accommodate the capital s growing need for new homes and jobs and set new standards for sustainable placemaking in London. west kensington fulham The Opportunity Area spans two boroughs (LBHF and RBKC) EC Properties Ltd has worked with the landowners to and comprises three main landholdings; develop the proposals for Earls Court. The landowners west brompton the Earls Court Exhibition Centres and the Seagrave Road car park owned by EC Properties Ltd the West Kensington and Gibbs Green housing estates owned by LBHF the Lillie Bridge Depot owned by Transport for have signed a Collaboration Agreement to explore the possible benefits of regenerating this extraordinary site including the regeneration of the two existing housing estates. The planning applications, submitted in June 2011, represent an important milestone in this work. London (TfL) The principle of the redevelopment of the Opportunity Area is established in planning policy. The London Plan requires development proposals to optimise densities in Opportunity Areas and recognises the ability of Earls Court to accommodate large-scale development and its potential to provide thousands of new homes and jobs. EARLS COURT SITE Boundary Seagrave road SITE Boundary earls court & west kensington opportunity area BOROUGH Boundary 02 03

4 OPPOSITE PAGE: Urban villages, settlements and industrial developments have evolved along the ancient tributaries of the Thames TOP LEFT: was created to keep people who live in the area informed about development proposals and offers the chance to have their say TOP RIGHT: Over 1,000 people visited the masterplan launch exhibition in March 2011 BOTTOM LEFT: A futuristic guide to the area dated 2030 was produced with Time Out BOTTOM RIGHT: 400 people visited the planning application exhibition in June 2011 more of the best of london In May 2010 Terry Farrell & Partners won the masterplanner competition for the Earls Court site thanks to the practice s visionary approach to placemaking which has its roots in the area s history. Counter s Creek, an ancient tributary of the Thames, once Earls Court is an underused site in the heart of central west flowed through Earls Court. Railway lines and other major London and is well positioned to accommodate the city s infrastructure hubs like hospitals, power stations and growth and become a sustainable part of its future. exhibition centres were built along the course of Counters The main concept of the Terry Farrell & Partners masterplan Creek forming a Valley of the Giants. These former industrial is to create four urban villages and a 21st century High sites are now being regenerated for the 21st century. Street based on the best characteristics of London which will The population of London is expected to grow substantially integrate with the surrounding communities. between now and 2031 and redevelopment in the capital that offers new homes and jobs is essential. The Consultation Process Thousands of local people have been consulted on the proposals for Earls Court. A five-stage community engagement programme consisting of meetings and public exhibitions, and a community website, have ensured that people who live locally have had their say on the future of the area as the masterplan has evolved. The masterplan and supporting strategies that form the basis of the planning applications have incorporated comments received from the very early stages of the project s development. The engagement programme will continue through the planning and development process and into the future during construction and eventual occupation. Recurring topics include: Desire to see the area improved and the recognition of the need for change Joining of communities which are fragmented by the impermeability of the development site Prospect of increased economic prosperity Concern over the congestion and overcrowding on public transport and the road network Mixed views over the inclusion of the West Kensington and Gibbs Green estates The scale of development and the heights of buildings The range and extent of open spaces and play and sports facilities The provision of community facilities including schools and hospitals The impact of demolition and construction over a 20 year period 04 05

5 Land Use Maximum Sq M GEA Maximum Sq Ft GEA Earls Court Project LBHF Development Specification Earls Court Project RBKC Development Specification Residential (C3) 757,447 8,153,092 Office (B1) 120,615 1,298,293 Retail (A1-5) 29, ,776 Hotel/Serviced Apt (C1) 19, ,763 Leisure (D2) 14, ,863 Education/Health/Community (D1) 18, ,125 Private Hospital (C2) 11, ,799 Seagrave Road 90, ,462 Sub Total 1,060,774 11,418,173 Outline planning applications were sent to the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham and the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea in inflight cases (pictured left) Ancillary (parking, plant etc) 164,162 1,767,029 Stabling 10, ,847 TOTAL 1,235,141 13,295,049 EARLS COURT planning APPLICATIONS THE PROPOSAL Large scale, strategic developments like the Earls Court site are very complex so the first step in the planning process is to submit an outline planning application. The outline planning applications seek permission for the comprehensive redevelopment of the Earls Court site including the demolition of all existing buildings and structures, and the provision of: This means getting approval for the basic form and content of the development as well as guidelines for future, more detailed design, including: The way in which the development will be laid out in terms of buildings, routes and open spaces The amount and types of land uses (residential, retail, cultural, etc) within the development Access points into the site for vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians Guidelines for the future detailed architectural design of buildings and landscaping of all open spaces As the Earls Court site spans both the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham and the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea, we have submitted an outline planning application to each borough, both detailing the comprehensive approach to redevelopment and accurately describing the development specific to each borough. The applications include Parameter Plans which establish a maximum and minimum development envelope, detailed Design Guildelines and a full Environmental Statement (see page 30). Applications for the detailed design of each phase of the Earls Court site will follow the grant of outline planning permission. These applications will be subject to further consultation. A detailed planning application for the Seagrave Road scheme which includes design and architecture has also been submitted to the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham. We have produced a separate summary document for the Seagrave Road scheme. All three applications have been informed by the illustrative masterplan created by Terry Farrell & Partners. 37 acres (15 hectares) of new open space Up to 6,775 new homes including: 5,475 market homes 760 replacement homes (560 at Earls Court and 200 at Seagrave Road) 740 intermediate affordable homes Office and work space Retail floorspace Hotels and serviced apartments Community & cultural space including: Primary school with nursery and daycare Integrated health hub with GP, dentist and medical facilities Community / cultural hub Enterprise centre offering training programmes / support Leisure space including a public sports facility New vehicular and pedestrian access points and routes through the site including: East-west route (The High Street) North-south route (The Broadway) New junction onto the A4 New junctions onto Lillie Road, Warwick Road and North End Road 4,335 car parking spaces 11,215 cycle parking spaces and new Barclays cycle docking stations A car club Community energy network Provision for an integrated vacuum waste management system New entrance and tunnel to Earls Court Tube station Improvements to West Brompton and West Kensington stations Improvements to surrounding streets and junctions Re-configuration of the London Underground stabling 06 07

6 Sir Terry Farrell s initial sketch for the four villages and a High Street concept four URBAN villages and a 21ST CENTURY high street The illustrative masterplan for the Opportunity Area aims to create more of London with a network of traditional streets and a range of open spaces including a five-acre Lost River Park. The masterplan concept of four villages and a High Street has informed the applications for both the Earls Court site and Seagrave Road and strives to create a place that: Transforms largely under-used land in central west London into an innovative and vibrant new district that is a beacon for sustainable living Knits into the existing urban grain by integrating with existing communities Improves connectivity and permeability throughout the site Provides a series of accessible open spaces that are productive, sustainable and have many uses Includes the best elements of London and improves them ( London Plus ) Introduces a new metropolitan front door to the capital Has a timeless beauty that delights and inspires Promotes neighbourly values Terry Farrell & Partners were supported by a number of other architectural practices in the preparation of the illustrative masterplan, and the production of the planning application documentation. sustainability theme 1: DESIGN Convivial network of streets and squares to encourage socialising, walking and cycling A resilient and adaptable masterplan that can evolve over time Improved permeability and links to the surrounding community Walkable neighbourhoods with a mix of uses High quality public realm and open space 08 09

7 Earls Court Masterplan, North End Village west kensington station the broadway star road lillie road north end road North End Road Looking South - Proposed North End Village Vibrant, bustling and cosmopolitan, this diverse neighbourhood takes its character from the historic North End Road market. Culture and community are the characteristics of the western end of the High Street and garden squares offer space for exercise and sport. The Lost River Park the high street earls court station earls court station warwick road earls court road Earls Court Village Exhibition Square marks the entrance to this grand, elegant residential area and the more sedate, eastern end of the High Street. Sweeping crescents of townhouses to the north and south and contemporary mansion blocks reference the surrounding Victorian and Edwardian architecture

8 to central london warwick road tesco The Lost River Park west kensington station the broadway the high street shops & market of north end a4 leading to m4 north end road West Kensington Village This commercial quarter attracts innovation and enterprise, and acts as a front door to central London. Strikingly contemporary architecture will be softened by greenery at every turn and a mixture of state-of-the-art offices and loft apartments will give the area a dynamic, metropolitan feel. brompton cemetary lillie road brompton cemetary west brompton station the broadway the high street The Lost River Park West Brompton Village Young families are drawn to this leafy and tranquil neighbourhood thanks to the high-quality housing on Seagrave Road, the proximity of the new North End primary school, and a range of open spaces where children can play safely. ILLUSTRATIVE VISUALISATIONS OF THE FOUR URBAN VILLAGES 12 13

9 a High Street for The 21st century CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Food culture along the High Street will be healthy and sustainable. The health hub will include pre- and post-natal care The High Street will be lined with a range of shops A new primary school will have links to a high-achieving secondary school The new High Street will link North End Road in the west to Warwick Road and Earls Court station in the east and will become the lifeblood of the development. As well as a range of shops, bars, and restaurants, it is proposed that the High Street will be a vibrant and diverse focus for the community. An enterprise centre would have strong links to retail spaces and there are plans for a new primary school and nursery. A new, integrated health hub could include primary health facilities, pre- and post-natal care, a dentist, opticians and care for the elderly. sustainability theme 2: population & mixed economy A London destination 21st century High Street with shops, cultural and community facilities Programme of cultural events An enterprise centre comprising affordable workspace training & employment support programmes Buildings that are adaptable so they can have a range of uses over their long lives 14 15

10 ILLUSTRATIVE LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN VARIETY 1 Exhibition Square 2 Lost River Park public open 3 space minumum 5 acres / 2 ha ACTIVITY 3 New Gateway Spaces 4 Garden Squares 5 Communal Gardens broadway 5 OPEN SPACE high street 5 4 broadway 5 high street 2 5 high street 5 1 ECOLOGY broadway 2 3 USE A DISTRICT OF SQUARES The design philosophy has been to capture the best of London. These proposals include a range of open spaces, squares and gardens with play areas for children of all ages, typical of this sophisticated part of the city. SOFT HARD SUSTAINABILITY 50% of the total masterplan area will be dedicated to open space, covering 15 hectares. Private gardens, communal rooftop gardens and balconies also introduce greenery at every opportunity. Sports and play areas will be within easy walking distance from anywhere in the masterplan area. These facilities range from safe play areas for 0-4 year-olds located in residential areas and an adventure-style playground for older children in the north east of the site, to a state-of-the-art leisure centre located adjacent to the Lost River Park with courts for both young and old. The Lost River Park runs along the original course of Counter s Creek and is 645 metres long, 80 metres at its widest and 22 metres at its narrowest. The eight different sections within sustainability theme 3: GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE Hierarchy of green open spaces Lost River Park, communal open space, private gardens, balconies Play areas and facilities for children of all ages Ecological corridors and a variety of habitats including green and brown roofs Community growing schemes Integration of sustainable urban drainage to minimise water consumption 3.8 acres / 1.5 hectares of safe play areas for children of all ages Public squares will mix greenery and hard landscaping The design of the garden squares will reference traditional London squares A jogging route will be included through the Lost River Park the park each have a distinct character and use

11 An illustrative guide to the Earls Court Project Cultural Strategy Illustrative design for West Brompton Village showing the Empress State Building and proposed taller buildings A CULTURAL HUB TALLER BUILDINGS An inspiring Cultural Strategy has been prepared as part of the planning applications which looks at ways in which to preserve and enhance Earls Court s status as an important cultural and events destination in London. Taller buildings are located nearer the centre of the site, around the Empress State Building in a composed cluster adjacent to the High Street and Broadway Permanent and temporary galleries and studios are planned for each of the four villages, and high quality sculpture and public artworks have been proposed for public spaces including Exhibition Square which will host a programme of regular events. A new cultural hub in vaulted arcades called the Empress Halls will be located on the High Street in a cluster of new buildings surrounding the Empress State Building. This hub could include exhibition, event and rehearsal spaces, a cinema or auditorium and areas dedicated to community groups and education for both children and adults. sustainability theme 4: Resource Efficiency Efficient use of land within central west London delivering new homes and jobs Efficient building design well orientated, well insulated, resilient and adaptable A district heating system, comprising two energy centres, to provide low carbon energy Innovative pricing structure with smart meters to reduce energy and water consumption Provision for a vacuum waste system designed to increase recycling The planning applications set out the maximum heights proposed. The scale of the masterplan has been designed to respond to the site s context and has been guided by the following key principles: Building heights step down at the edges of the site No new building will be higher than the Empress State Building Medium-rise buildings and taller buildings will be located along the primary routes No building on the site of the Earls Court Exhibition centre will be taller than the building that stands there now Public artwork will be embedded throughout the development Promoting recycling and re-use initiatives during demolition, construction and occupation 18 19

12 Illustrative view of Broadway Illustrative view of North End village New Homes the Re-provision of Homes The housing proposals within the planning applications include 7,583 new homes of which 6,775 are proposed on the Earls Court site and 808 at Seagrave Road. The planning applications commit to sustainable, very high quality design that will enhance the local area. We are planning 560 replacement homes on the Earls Court site and 200 on Seagrave Road for the current residents of the West Kensington and Gibbs Green estates. A broad range of high quality housing types including mansion blocks, townhouses and maisonettes for new and existing residents New homes in quality neighbourhoods where different tenures blend seamlessly together and relate to the existing surrounding communities The re-provision of 760 new, quality homes for residents of the existing Gibbs Green and West Kensington housing estates Ensuring no net reduction in the quantum of social rented homes (by floor space or number) 740 new, intermediate homes will encourage home ownership to those on more modest incomes and offers more housing choice for residents sustainability theme 5: Healthy & Sustainable Living It will be easy to walk, cycle and shop locally Encourage behavioural change through management (green education, on-site green champions) Fostering a local food culture (local market, community gardens) All homes will meet Code for Sustainable Homes 4 All homes will meet Lifetime Homes standards 10% of homes will be wheelchair accessible The following proposals reflect LBHF s commitments to estates residents: The opportunity for qualifying residents to move to the new development and stay in the development area A commitment to ensure all new homes meet the needs of those residents moving into them Residents will be encouraged to be involved in the final interior design of their homes Compensation will be payable to all residents to cover the inconvenience of moving. This will include reasonable moving costs and legal fees, depending on individual circumstances 20 21

13 SEAGRAVE ROAD proposal: 90,251 sq m GEA (971,462 sq ft) of proposed development 19,840 sq m (213,558 sq ft) of ancillary space (parking etc) the site spans 7.4 acres (3 hectares) 808 new homes based around a 90-metre long London garden square 200 new, affordable or replacement homes A mix of terraced houses and apartments, all complying with the Mayor s new space standards 1,059 secure bicycle and 40 motorbike parking spaces 485 car parking spaces in a new basement A range of high quality, public, communal and private open spaces 10% of new homes are designed to be wheelchair accessible All homes will be Lifetime Homes compliant On site gym facilities and café New routes for cars, cyclists and pedestrians within and around the site Significant improvements to Seagrave Road A comprehensive package of sustainability measures that ensure the scheme significantly outperforms current standards for energy efficiency Seagrave Road A detailed planning application has been submitted to LBHF for a residential scheme on the site of the Seagrave Road car park which will form part of West Brompton Village. This will be the first chapter of the implementation of the Earls Court masterplan and some of the residents of the existing housing estates will be offered a new home here. Architects John McAslan and Partners vision for Seagrave Road is to create a high quality, mixed-tenure neighbourhood which will be a distinctive place with real architectural variety and strong physical and social links to the local neighbourhood. Drawing on the best character features of west London, Seagrave Road will set the benchmark for quality and will be based upon the principles of sustainability and high quality design enshrined in the Terry Farrell & Partners masterplan. OPPOSITE TOP: Aerial view of the Seagrave Road development OPPOSITE LEFT: View of the new Garden Square OPPOSITE RIGHT: Three storey houses along Seagrave Road 22 23

14 sustainability theme 6: Transport & Movement Reduced car usage thanks to proximity of public transport, promotion of cycling and walking Widespread use of electric cars, encouraged by charging points (20% of parking spaces) Introduction of car clubs to reduce car ownership minimising construction traffic through the reuse of demolition material onsite, minimising waste produced through the construction process and the use of consolidation centres to minimise deliveries above from LEFT TO RIGHT: Five new Barclays cycle hire docking stations will be introduced TfL is planning to upgrade the West London Line and District Line with new and more frequent trains A new electric car club will encourage residents not to have their own cars Two new bus stops will be provided, one of them on the High Street below: Illustrative view of the High Street CONNECTING PLACES The highly sustainable masterplan aims to promote walking, cycling and the use of public transport, and to minimise the impact of traffic on the site and surrounding area. As part of the planning application process, EC Properties Ltd has worked closely with TfL, LBHF and RBKC on a comprehensive Transport Assessment which demonstrates that the proposals can be accommodated on the highway and public transport network subject to the following highly achievable transport strategy: 4,065 resident car parking spaces in secure basements with visitor parking to be provided on-street. 270 commercial spaces to be provided 20% of car parking spaces to include electric charging points A car club comprising electric and hybrid cars A new entrance to Earls Court Tube Improvements to West Kensington and West Brompton stations Improved interchanges at Earls Court, West Kensington and West Brompton stations A financial contribution to improve bus services and bus stops in the area Inclusion of new bus stops and a bus layover within the development 11,215 cycle parking spaces Up to five Barclays cycle hire docking stations New pedestrian and cycle routes through the site and improvements to existing routes in the surrounding area Significant improvements to surrounding road junctions including a new junction onto the A4 New crossings for pedestrians and cyclists 24 25

15 education civilty opposite page: The 10 pillars of well-being above from LEFT TO RIGHT: Earls Court will become an epicentre of the London cycling revolution Green education for all will encourage behavioural change Abundant greenery will include allotments and community gardens Construction and demolition companies will be members of the Considerate Constructors Scheme social interaction inclusivity + opportunity freedom + privacy environmental sustainability participation active health safety SUSTAINABILITY AND the ENVIRONMENT connection with nature pleasure + playfulness Sustainability is central to the proposals, embedded throughout the design and explicit in all supporting strategies. Earls Court will evolve as a very low carbon, urban but green place in which to live, work and visit. The planning applications are supported by a sustainability strategy based around ten key themes. These themes are highlighted throughout this document in each of the green boxes. The overarching aim for Earls Court is to enable sustainable lifestyles and to achieve a very low carbon development, and to achieve this we are: Promoting healthy and sustainable living by utilising 10 pillars of well-being to inspire and enable sustainable lifestyles Creating a compact, walkable neighbourhood where everything you need is nearby, reducing the need to travel by car Designing streets that encourage walking and cycling Enabling access to electric and hybrid car usage through car clubs and electric charging Building lean, energy efficient buildings designed to emit 44% less carbon compared to current standards Producing low carbon energy provided by an on-site district heating system Promoting a local food culture Implementing a sustainable construction strategy which controls emissions during construction REDUCING THE IMPACT Environmental Statements (ES) have been prepared to support the planning applications. The ES assesses the proposal, sets out the likely environmental impacts and the measures proposed to protect the surrounding environment. A non-technical summary of the ES has been prepared. Demolition & Construction Contractors that are employed on the site will be members of the Considerate Constructors Scheme A dedicated Community Liaison Manager will work with local people to provide information, answer queries and be contactable at any time A Construction and Environmental Management Plan will be prepared with input from the community and approved by the relevant local authority Noise and vibration during demolition and construction has been assessed. Best practice measures will be adopted including careful selection of equipment, sensitive programming of noisy works, use of solid hoardings and a regime of voluntary quiet periods during noisy works to reduce impacts A fully encapsulated perimeter scaffold will be used during demolition and construction to protect neighbouring properties A Green Travel Plan will be prepared to minimize vehicles travelling to and from the site Target to divert 95% of non hazardous waste from landfill by 2020 Target to reuse 30% of concrete demolition waste and 50% of excavations waste onsite THE ENVIRONMENT Following extensive testing, the development can demonstrate a minimum impact on daylight and sunlight to surrounding properties The overall residual impact on air quality arising from the proposals is predicted to be minor. A Low Emissions Strategy has been prepared which suggests further mitigation to reduce any impacts Over 50 views of the development from the surrounding area have been assessed which demonstrate that the proposals relate well to local listed buildings, conservation areas and registered parks and gardens, and will not be harmful to their settings 26 27

16 Q Publication of Replacement London Plan Panel Report Q Unveiling of and Drop-in sessions for the Earls Court masterplan Q First consultation of theopportunity Area LBHF/RBKC/GLA Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) Q LBHF Core Strategy Examination in Public Q Consultation on final masterplan to be submitted Q Submission of Earls Court and Seagrave Road planning applications Q Consultation on Earls Court and Seagrave Road planning applications Q Adoption of Replacement London Plan Q Second consultation of the Opportunity Area LBHF/RBKC/GLA SPD Q Target date for adoption of LBHF Core Strategy Q Target Committee dates for Seagrave Road & Earls Court planning applications Q Target planning permission for Seagrave Road and Earls Court Q Earliest demolition date for the Earls Court Exhibition Centres Q First homes complete when will it happen? The development will take about 20 years to build and will be constructed in phases. Between 1,500 and 2,500 construction jobs will be generated every year and training schemes will be set up for local people. The following start and end dates for each phase reflect our current proposals. Phase 1 Start date - Q Completion phases from Phase 2 Start date - Q Completion date Phase 3 Start date - Q Completion date Phase 4 Start date - Q Completion date Phase 5 Start date - Q Completion date sustainability theme 7: Society & Governance Ongoing community involvement in management and stewardship of the area Co-location of key facilities and services (health hub and primary school etc.) to create community activity Provision of social infrastructure (school, health, leisure) designed to meet needs of new and existing communities Phase 6 Start date - Q Completion date Phase 7 Start date - Q Completion date Top: Timeline for the Earls Court development Above: Phasing map for the Earls Court development 28 29

17 WV04 WV02 BW03 BW02 Broadway Cromwell Hill Lost River Park WV01 Gibbs Green Cromwell Hill Mathias Square WK04 NE02 Beaumont Avenue NE01 WK03 WK02 A4 / West Cromwell Road Cromwell Place WK01 Where to Find Information We have identified particular application documents that relate to issues raised during the pre-application consultation process. It is suggested that the development specification is read first because it explains the content of the planning applications and includes a description of each document. List of Planning Application Documents Cover Letter Application Forms Development Specification Top left: Example parameter plan showing the location of development plots across the site Top right and bottom right: The Design Guidelines include rules and instructions for the detailed design of each development plot including the height, quantum of open space and design of the individual buildings. Consultation Community consultation prior to the submission of the Planning Applications has resulted in the evolution of the Masterplan and is fully documented in the Community Engagement Report. Design & Open Space The evolution of the design and masterplanning approach and the proposals for the layout of new streets, squares and gardens. Building Location and Heights The application does not specify buildings but seeks approval for the development plots within which buildings will be located. The maximum width, length and height of the development plots and their location will be fixed. This is set out and described in the Parameter Plans and the Design Guidelines. Planning Statement Community Engagement Report Design and Access Statement Parameter Plans Access Plans Design Guidelines Cultural Placemaking Strategy Retail and Leisure Assessment what s in the planning application? The main plans and documents submitted for approval that fix the content, layout and form of the proposed development at this stage are: Development Specification Design Guidelines This document defines and describes the main components The Design Guidelines provide the framework for the detailed of the proposed development. It provides greater and fuller design of development at a later stage. They contain a mix of detailed information than that provided in this summary. mandatory and discretionary rules that must be adhered to It should be the first document read because it explains by future architects in order to ensure high quality architecture the content of the planning applications and includes a and landscape design is achieved. The Guidelines contain description of each planning application document. more detailed information than the Parameter Plans. They Parameter Plans The Parameter Plans divide the site into a series of development plots. Each plot represents the area within which future buildings will be designed. The plans provide information about each plot, particularly its maximum dimensions. They also describe the location of key streets and open spaces. Each development plot has an individual reference. This reference is used to help provide information about each plot throughout the planning application documents. The quantum and use proposed can be found in the development specification (detailed above). provide a step-by-step approach to the design of each development plot, including buildings, open space and streets. Access Plans These define the access points and junctions into the site from the surrounding area and include improvements to existing streets and junctions. Architectural Detail Office Assessment The application does not specify architectural treatment. This will be dealt with in future detailed applications. However the Design Estate Management Strategy Guidelines describe an approach to the architectural appearance of different character areas. Housing Statement Affordable Housing and the Redevelopment of the Gibbs Sustainability Statement Green & West Kensington Estates The proposals for affordable housing and the redevelopment Energy Strategy of the existing estates including the impact on residents can be found in the Housing Statement and the Social Impact Waste Strategy Assessment located in the ES, Technical Appendices, Vol 3. Utilities and Services Infrastructure Strategy Pedestrian & Vehicular Movement The transport assessment outlines how people will be encouraged Transport Assessment to travel to and from the site using sustainable methods of transport. The transport assessment describes traffic movement and assesses Environmental Statement Non Technical Summary the impact of these movements. Volume 1: Main Environmental Statement Massing & Impact The application includes over 50 Verified Views. They can be Volume 2: townscape & Visual Impact Assessment found in Vol 2: Townscape & Visual Impact Assesment. Volume 3: Technical Appendicies Environmental Impacts A summary can be found in the Non-technical summary & main Environmental Statement. Daylight, Sunlight and Overshadowing studies The application includes a report assessing the impact of development on surrounding buildings. The report is located in Chapter 9 in Vol 1 of the ES. Construction & Demolition Details on the demolition and construction process can be found in Chapter 5. Vol 1 of the ES

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