Policy information sourced from the Kingston Upon Thames Core Strategy

DM 20 New Retail Development

The Council will:

  • consider applications for new retail development in designated centres favourably, in order to meet identified future needs and ensure accessibility by sustainable transport
  • support the co-location of retail and community facilities in appropriate locations (see Policy CS16) c. ensure that any applications for new retail development are of an appropriate scale and have been planned positively in order to minimise any negative impacts on:
    • climate change
    • pollution
    • transport accessibility
    • design and character
    • the amenity of surrounding residents
    • current regeneration projects
    • local employment
  • ensure that any applications for new retail development where relevant, demonstrate the application of the sequential approach and provide an impact assessment as outlined in national guidance (currently PPS4, Policy EC14)

For more information please see the Kingston Upon Thames Core Strategy