Policy information sourced from the Brent Local Plan

BSUI1 - Creating a Resilient and Efficient Brent

The council will require establishment of district heating networks within the new Neasden Stations, Northwick Park and Staples Corner Growth Areas. All other Growth Areas will be expected to develop district heat networks, however the scale and type of network will vary depending on the location and scope of the projects.

All major developments shall connect to or contribute towards a decentralised energy system unless it can be demonstrated that such provision is not feasible or the proposed heating system is 100% renewable.

All major developments will be required to submit a Sustainability Statement demonstrating how sustainable design and construction methods have been used to enable the development to mitigate and adapt to climate change over its intended lifetime.

All major non-residential development to achieve a BREEAM standard of ‘Excellent’.

For more information please see the Brent Local Plan