Policy information sourced from the Barking & Dagenham Local Plan
DME 5 Evening economy
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The Council will support development that contributes to the vitality of the borough, and supports a balanced and socially inclusive evening and night-time economy (Examples of development that contributes to the night-time economy include: bars, cafes, nightclubs and restaurants (see Glossary definition for ‘Evening Economy)), subject to the following considerations:
- cumulative impact – in areas where a concentration of night-time uses may be detrimental to the character or vitality and viability of the centre, there will be a presumption against further facilities. For example, the existing number of similar establishments in the immediate area and their proximity to each other ; and the potential impacts of the proposal on the wider community
- residential amenity – the proposed use should not create an unacceptable impact on neighbouring uses in terms of noise, traffic and disturbance. For example, the type and characteristics of other uses, such as housing, shops and public houses; any known unresolved amenity, traffic or safety issues arising from existing uses in the area
- balance – new uses in centres should support both the day-time and evening and night-time economies whilst not undermining the role and function of the designated town centres in accordance with DME3 Encouraging Vibrant, Resilient, and Characterful Town Centres.
For more information please see the Barking & Dagenham Local Plan