Policy information sourced from Euston Area Plan
Strategic Principle EAP 4: Environment and Open Space
A: Growth at Euston will be supported by a decentralised local energy network connected to key development areas and existing buildings where opportunities emerge, with new developments contributing and connecting to the wider network as appropriate.
B: Surface water flood risk will be reduced in the Euston area through a range of measures including on-site measures on development sites and wider sustainable urban drainage provision. Water consumption should be minimised, and any increase in demand for off-site water and sewerage infrastructure will need to be met, either through existing capacity or timely provision of additional capacity.
C: Development proposals should support the provision of new open spaces and enhancements to existing spaces that make them safer and more accessible, meeting demand from new development and improving the character of the area. An enhanced green infrastructure network, including new and improved open spaces, retention of existing trees where possible, green streets with extensive tree planting and other public realm, green roofs and walls will be developed to:
- Contribute to health and wellbeing and provide amenity value for residents, visitors and workers;
- Secure a net enhancement of biodiversity;
- Address noise and air quality issues;
- Contribute towards urban drainage; and
- Address the heat island effect.
D: The concept of an Ultra Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ) for Euston will be developed, in order to address air quality issues and promote low and zero emissions technology.
For more information please see the Euston Area Plan