Policy information sourced from the Kingston Upon Thames Core Strategy
DM 5 Green Belt, Metropolitan Open Land (MOL) and Open Space Needs
The Council will:
- only allow development on sites adjacent to the Green Belt, MOL or other open space designation that does not have a detrimental impact on its visual amenities and respects the size, form and use of that open space, in accordance with national guidance (currently PPG2)
- ensure new development contributes to the provision and improvement of the quality, quantity, variety and accessibility of public open space, play and sports facilities, to meet the needs it generates in accordance with the local provision and accessibility standards set out in Annex 3 and the Planning Obligations SPD, or Community Infrastructure Levy charge
- ensure that development proposals do not result in the whole or partial loss of public open space, outdoor recreation facilities or allotments unless a replacement site or facility provides a net benefit to the local community and visitors in terms of the quality, availability and accessibility of open space or recreational opportunities
- ensure that development proposals do not harm open spaces which:
- contribute to the character, appearance and heritage value of the Borough’s open space network
- create focal points and valuable amenity space within the built up area
- form part of an area of value for wildlife, sport or recreation
- ensure all new provision of sports and play meet qualitative standards and optimise accessibility to all users, including the local community and visitors
For more information please see the Kingston Upon Thames Core Strategy