Policy information sourced from Welwyn Hatfield District Plan
TCR4 WGC Town Centre North Development Site
Land at Town Centre North in Welwyn Garden City, as defined on Inset Map 2, is identified for a major retail development scheme, in particular for comparison goods. Development should only be carried out in accordance with a Planning Brief for the site, to be subject to public consultation and approved by the Council as supplementary planning guidance, which will give detailed guidance on matters such as the quantity of floorspace, design, access and servicing, landscaping and open space.
Should a larger development opportunity come forward in this location, the Council will consider its suitability in the light of the need for the additional floorspace and the ability of the transport infrastructure in the town centre to accommodate the increased number of trips.
The Council will require any development to be designed to a high standard to:
- Preserve and enhance the character of the Conservation Area;
- Create a new entrance to the town centre on its north side;
- Enhance the public realm and landscape within the town centre and achieve a strong visual linkage between the town centre and the Campus East Development Site;
- Achieve good pedestrian access and linkage with the rest of the town centre;
- Ensure efficient vehicle movement on surrounding roads;
- Provide adequate car parking to meet the needs of the development;
- Seek to improve passenger transport provision in the town centre; and
- Provide a range of retail units, which should enhance the quality of the retail provision in the town.
For more information please see the Welwyn Hatfield District Plan