Policy information sourced from the Merton Estates Local Plan.

EP R7 Landscape

  • Landscaping must be a prominent feature within the public realm and create strong links to the surrounding parkland context. Landscaping treatments should emphasize green links and the river crossing.
  • Proposals must retain and enhance the existing communal gardens on Hengelo Gardens and Ravensbury Grove. New landscaping should connect to, and complement these existing spaces.
  • Street tree planting and landscaping must be incorporated into streets whilst integrating with existing open space functionality, biodiversity enhancements and flood mitigation measures.
  • Any proposals should retain established mature trees to inform the design of landscaping arrangements. Tree species for proposed new trees, should be specified to mitigate against pollution and noise.
  • Proposals must ensure appropriate provision of private gardens or amenity space to all new dwellings (houses and flats), having regard to relevant standards and the character of the development.
  • The significant widening and enhancement of the entrance to Ravensbury Park from Morden Road, will be expected to be an integral part of any development proposals for the site.

For more information, please see the Estates Local Plan.