D13: The Corridor of The River Wey and Godalming Navigations

D13: The Corridor of The River Wey and Godalming Navigations

Development proposals which impact The River Wey and Godalming Navigations and its environs are required to:

conserve and enhance the distinct character of the Navigations, including its visual setting, amenity, recreational and ecological value, and architectural and historic interest;
protect and conserve landscape features, buildings, structures and archaeological remains that are associated with the river’s unique character, history and heritage;
establish a positive relationship with the Navigations’ setting and waterfront character and its historic interest, taking full advantage of its location, addressing the waterway as a frontage and opening up views;
protect, and where possible, enhance key existing views to, from, across and along the river, including those identified in the Guildford Town Centre Views SPD; and
integrate flood risk mitigation measures where the design and material palette are responsive to the character and the site’s immediate context.

Development proposals adjoining the river are expected to seek to improve visual and physical public access to and along the river by:

providing direct, safe and clear public access to and along the river;
providing a ‘joined-up’ approach to river access, considering access and uses up and down stream, as well as across the river channel and the adjoining areas to the existing towpath; and
enabling and supporting the promotion of active and healthier lifestyles

For more information please see the Local Plan