Strategic Objectives:

A An open Lewisham as part of an open London,

D A greener borough,

E Responding to the climate emergency,

F Celebrating our local identity,

G Healthy and safe communities,

H Securing the timely delivery of infrastructure

A The Council will promote and work with stakeholders to deliver the Lewisham Links a connected network of high-quality walking routes and cycleways, public open spaces, green spaces, nature sites and other visitor destinations across the Borough. Part 3 Lewisham’s Neighbourhoods and Places illustrates the Lewisham Links for each of the character areas of Lewisham.

B Development proposals must provide for public realm enhancements to support the delivery of the Lewisham Links where they are located adjacent to an existing or proposed route of the Lewisham Links, or where an existing or proposed route is located within the site. High quality public realm must be provided with reference to Policy QD3 (Public realm) and TR3 (Healthy streets and part of healthy neighbourhoods). The specific nature of public realm enhancements will be considered on a case-by-case basis and may include:

C To support the effective implementation of the Lewisham Links development proposals must have regard to the Council’s Parks and Open Spaces Strategy.

For more information and policy context please see the Lewisham Local Plan