Harrow - DM 2: Achieving Lifetime Neighbourhoods

Policy information sourced from the Harrow Development Management Policies

DM 2: Achieving Lifetime Neighbourhoods

The location, design and layout of development, and any associated improvements to the public realm, transport and other infrastructure, will be required to contribute to the creation of lifetime neighbourhoods. In particular:

non-residential development and change of use proposals must be appropriately located to sustain town centres, neighbourhood parades and local employment opportunities;
non-residential development and change of use proposals must be accessible to all;
new residential development and conversion proposals must ensure good access to services and facilities, and provide accessible homes in accordance with Policy CS1 of the Core Strategy; and
all proposals must be safe and secure for everyone in line with Secured by Design principles but gated developments will be resisted.
Major proposals will be expected to demonstrate how they contribute to the creation of lifetime neighbourhoods within and beyond the site boundary.
Improvements to the public realm must achieve an inclusive, legible pedestrian and cycling environment. Where opportunities exist, pedestrian and cycle routes between suburban areas, town centres, neighbourhood parades, public transport and green infrastructure should be strengthened. Proposals which impede pedestrian and cyclist permeability will be resisted.
New and replacement bus stops must be of accessible design. All proposals must make appropriate provision for car parking for disabled people.
Major development within town centres and proposals for public buildings, visitor attractions and tourist accommodation, and Green Grid projects, should make appropriate provision for the comfort and convenience of all users, including those with special mobility requirements.
Sensitive adaptations of heritage assets which contribute to the creation of lifetime neighbourhoods will be supported.

For more information please see the Development Management Policies