Policy information sourced from Tonbridge and Malling Core Strategy

CP24 Achieving a High Quality Environment

All development must be well designed and of a high quality in terms of detailing and use of appropriate materials, and must through its scale, density, layout, siting, character and appearance be designed to respect the site and its surroundings.

All development should accord with the detailed advice contained in Kent Design, By Design and Secured by Design and other Supplementary Planning Documents such as Village Design Statements and Planning Briefs and, wherever possible, should make a positive contribution towards the enhancement of the appearance and safety of the area.

Development which by virtue of its design would be detrimental to the built environment, amenity or functioning and character of a settlement or the countryside will not be permitted.

The Council will seek to protect, and wherever possible, enhance, existing open spaces, including the provision of public art and ensure that new open space provision is made to meet the future needs of the Borough.

The environment within river corridors, including the landscape, water environment and wildlife habitats, will be conserved and enhanced. Where consistent with this intention, provision will be made for increased public access for walking, cycling and water-related recreation. Any new development adjacent to the river should respect its sensitive location and the local character at that particular section of the river and should aim to improve the appearance and biodiversity of the riverside.

For more information please see the Core Strategy