Policy information sourced from the Knightsbridge Neighbourhood Plan
KBR1: CHARACTER, DESIGN AND MATERIALS
Proposals for new development or the redevelopment of existing buildings should contribute towards the local distinctiveness of Knightsbridge. They should demonstrate high quality, sustainable and inclusive design and architecture that respects the relevant Character Area or Conservation Area, as shown on the Policies Map, or the surrounding area if located outside these designated areas. Proposals should address the following criteria:
- The importance of responding creatively to, and enhancing, the setting of the surrounding area, having regard to the character of adjacent buildings and spaces, including scale, orientation, height and massing.
- For each of the respective Character Areas identified on the Policies Map, proposals should respect the design and use of materials identified in the Character Area. The Character Areas are: Area 1 (‘Kensington Squares’);, Area 2 (‘Albertopolis2 ’); and Area 3 (‘Knightsbridge Green and Albert Gate’).
- High quality materials should be used that respect the local setting and contribute positively to the particular Character Area or Conservation Area or the general surrounding area if outside of these designations.
- External lighting and CCTV cameras for buildings with a public frontage being in keeping with the particular Character Area or Conservation Area or the surrounding area if outside them.
For more information please see the Neighbourhood Plan