Policy information sourced from the Fitzrovia West Neighbourhood Plan

B1: Small Business Units

  • Applications for redevelopment of existing buildings which include small business units designed for SMEs, start-ups or organisations occupying low-cost units will be supported where the redevelopment involves provision of an equivalent or increased number of such units;
  • Applications for development of buildings for commercial use in excess of 2,500 sqm. gross floor area shall include where possible a range of unit sizes and types suitable for small, startup and independent businesses;
  • Developments containing small business units managed by specialist flexible workspace providers will be supported;
  • Developments of small business spaces at below market rents for social enterprises, charities and start-up businesses secured by planning obligations will be supported.

For more information please see the Neighbourhood Plan