Policy information sourced from the Kingston Upon Thames Core Strategy

DM 7 Thames Policy Area

Proposals for riverside development and improved facilities will need to demonstrate that there will be no unacceptable impact upon navigation, biodiversity and flood risk.

Development proposals on the riverside should preserve or enhance the waterside character, heritage value and setting, and provide physical and visual links with the surrounding areas (including views along the river).

Where appropriate, in new developments, the Council will seek financial contributions towards improving the quality of the riverside environment including river infrastructure, open spaces, biodiversity, riverside walks, and links to the riverside from other open space networks in line with an adopted Mooring Business Plan, Policy IMP3 and the Kingston Town Centre Area Action Plan (K+20) Policy K13.

Proposals for river based passenger or tourist services should utilise those pier or wharf locations identified as suitable in the Kingston Town Centre Area Action Plan (K+20).