Policy information sourced from the Elmbridge Core Strategy

CS7 - East and West Molesey

The Council will continue to recognise the diversity and distinction of neighbourhoods and communities within East and West Molesey and plan in a way that takes account of natural, historic and cultural assets within and adjoining the area.

All new development will be expected to enhance the local character of the area, and specific attention will need to be given to areas of high heritage value including the Old Village, Kent Town and Bridge Road conservation areas, the River Thames, and Hampton Court Palace. The Council will continue to work with the One Elmbridge Partnership to deliver improvements which uplift the environment and deliver wider community benefits to some neighbourhoods within the area including improved provision for pedestrians and cyclists and public transport users. Private sheltered accommodation for older people will be encouraged where this addresses an identified local need.

Open space improvements will be supported along the River Thames as part of the Thames Landscape Strategy. New residential development will be focused on previously developed land within the built up area, taking account of relative flood risk. Attention will also be given to supporting the tourism role of Bridge Road which offers a variety of cafés and restaurants to visitors to Hampton Court Palace. The proposed redevelopment at Hampton Court Station should improve the facilities for visitors.

The strategic employment role of Molesey Industrial Estate will be supported, provided that this does not have a negative effect on the local environment, particularly with regards to lorry movements.

The variety of retail provision across the area will be supported although there is no identified need for additional provision. Proposals which could contribute to the future vitality and viability of centres will be supported, provided that they enhance the role of the centre and are of an appropriate scale.

The Green Belt and the wealth of natural assets within the area will continue to be protected. The Council will work with partners to increase and improve public access to open spaces, and protect and improve areas of high biodiversity value as appropriate.

The Council will also work with Surrey County Council in order to address the needs for education provision, specifically with regards to secondary schools.

See appendix 2 for settlement investment and development schedules.

For more information please see the Elmbridge Core Strategy