Policy information sourced from the Kingston Upon Thames Core Strategy
CS 11 Economy and Employment
With its partners the Council will:
- build on the economic strengths of the Borough by promoting the development of a diverse and flourishing economy and ensuring that land and premises are available for both traditional industrial and office based employment activities (B1, B2 and B8 uses)
- promote the redevelopment, renewal and modernisation of existing office stock (which may include integrating office space and residential uses into mixed use developments)
- promote other key employment sectors such as retail, financial and legal services, leisure, culture, health, education, public administration and tourism and ensure that land and premises and appropriate infrastructure are available for these activities also
Where appropriate, the Council will support the:
- provision of flexible business space to meet the diverse needs of start up, micro, small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) including new and emerging sectors, e.g. green industries
- provision of local employment opportunities suitable for all residents, particularly those who face barriers to employment, for example, through social enterprise, especially in the vicinity of the Cambridge Estate in Norbiton
- development of education, including schools, Kingston University, Kingston College, Hillcroft College, Kingston Adult Education Centres and other initiatives to improve the training and skills base
- development of health and community facilities that provide employment opportunities (also see Policies CS13, CS14 and CS16)
- development of the community, voluntary and social enterprise sector
- provision of affordable childcare and other community support
- use of sustainable transport as a measure to support the economy and employment. In accordance with current national and regional guidance, the Council will also support new and improved visitor accommodation/hotels and attractions in Kingston Town Centre and Chessington World of Adventures. Furthermore, the enhancement and increased accessibility to the Borough’s heritage assets and its history, as well as the sustainable development of opportunities along the River Thames will be explored.
- provision of car parking for shops in Local Centres
For more information please see the Kingston Upon Thames Core Strategy