Policy information sourced from The Waltham Forest Blackhorse Lane Area Action Plan

BHL8: Design and Local Character

New developments in Blackhorse Lane should:

A) ensure the highest standards of urban and architectural design which responds positively to local character and context (including the Lee Valley Regional Park), and secures a high quality public realm, including landscaping;

B) reinforce and develop a network of connected streets that will form the principal means of access and movement within a regenerated area, and encourage walking, cycling, and the use of public transport;

C) where viable, integrate buildings of merit and ensure that new development is carefully integrated to respect and enhance existing built heritage;

D) ensure appropriate building heights that respond to the existing built context and adjacent landscape features. Across the AAP, building heights should normally be 3-6 storeys. At the key gateway site of BHL1: The Station Hub and Waterfront, some taller elements that exceed this range (up to but not exceeding 9 storeys) may be acceptable, subject to an exemplary standard of design. Tall buildings (i.e. 10 storey an above) will not be acceptable anywhere in the plan area.

E) ensure residential development has active frontages with front doors onto streets and windows that overlook them.

For more information please see the Area Action Plan