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KIDDERMINSTER CENTRAL AREA ACTION PLANDEVELOPMENT PLAN DOCUMENT

FINAL SUSTAINABILITY APPRAISAL REPORTJULY 2012

31 The SEA Directive Requirements and Where They Have Been Met

42 Summary and Outcomes

42.1 A Statement of the Likely Significant Effects of the Plan

52.2 Statement of the Difference the Process has Made to Date

72.3 How to Comment on this Report

83 Background

83.1 Purpose of the SA and the SA Report

83.2 Plan Objectives and Outline of Contents

93.3 Compliance with the SEA Directive

104 Appraisal Methodology

104.1 Approach Adopted to the SA

124.2 When the SA was Carried out and by Whom

124.3 Who was Consulted, when and how

134.4 Appropriate Assessment

145 Sustainability Objectives, Baseline and Context

145.1 Links to Other Policies, Plans, Programmes and Sustainability Objectives and

How they Have Been Taken into Account

195.2 Description of the Social, Environmental and Economic Baseline Characteristics

and Future Predicted Baseline

215.3 Difficulties in Collecting Data and the Limitations of the Data

225.4 Main Social, Environmental and Economic Issues and Problems Identified

245.5 The SA Framework, including Objectives, Targets and Indicators

346 Plan Issues and Options

346.1 Main Strategic Options and How They Were Identified

356.2 Comparison of the Social, Environmental and Economic Effects of the Options

486.3 How Social, Environmental and Economic Issues were Considered in Choosing

the Preferred Options

496.4 Other Options Considered and why these were Rejected

527 Plan Policies

527.1 Introduction

527.2 Significant Social, Environmental and Economic Effects of the Preferred Policies

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Contents

7.3 Secondary, Cumulative and Synergistic Impacts of the Preferred Options 59

687.4 Proposed Mitigation Measures

697.5 Uncertainties and Risks

718 Implementation

718.1 Links to Other Tiers of Plans and Programmes and the Project Level

718.2 Proposals for Monitoring

74A Links to Other Policies, Plans, Programmes and Sustainability Objectives and

How they Have Been Taken into Account

106B Baseline Data and Trends

106B.1 Baseline Data for Key Sustainability Issues

124B.2 Baseline Data for Objectives and Indicators

132C Site Testing Tables

166D Policy Testing Tables

235E List of Consultees

236F Consultation Responses and How They Have Been Addressed

251G Cumulative Impact Assessment

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Contents

1 The SEA Directive Requirements and Where They Have Been Met

Table 1.0.1 The SEA Directive Requirements and Where They Have Been Met

Where they have been met(Kidderminster Central Area ActionPlan DPD)

SEA Directive Requirements

Section 5.1 Appendix A(a) an outline of the contents, main objectives of the plan or programme and relationshipwith other relevant plans and programmes;

Section 5.2 and Appendix B(b) the relevant aspects of the current state of the environment and the likely evolutionthereof without implementation of the plan or programme;

Section 5.2 and Appendix B(c) the environmental characteristics of areas likely to be significantly affected;

Section 5.2, 5.4 and Appendix B(d) any existing environmental problems which are relevant to the plan or programmeincluding, in particular, those relating to any areas of particular environmental importance,such as areas designated pursuant to Directives 79/409/EEC and 92/43/EEC;

Section 5.1 and Appendix A(e) the environmental protection objectives, established at international, Community orMember State level, which are relevant to the plan or programme and the way thoseobjectives and any environmental considerations have been taken into account during itspreparation;

Section 7.2 and Appendix C & D(f) the likely significant effects on the environment, including on issues such as biodiversity,population, human health, fauna, flora, soil, water, air, climatic factors, material assets,cultural heritage including architectural and archaeological heritage, landscape and theinterrelationship between the above factors;

Section 7.4 and Appendix C & D(g) the measures envisaged to prevent, reduce and as fully as possible offset any significantadverse effects on the environment of implementing the plan or programme;

Section 6.2, 6.3, 6.4 and 7.3(h) an outline of the reasons for selecting the alternatives dealt with and a description ofhow the assessment was undertaken including any difficulties (such as technical deficienciesor lack of know-how) encountered in compiling the required information;

Section 8.2(i) a description of the measures envisaged concerning monitoring in accordance with Article10;

A separate non-technical summary hasbeen produced.

(j) a non-technical summary of the information provided under the above headings.

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1The SEA Directive Requirements and Where They Have Been Met

2 Summary and Outcomes

2.1 A Statement of the Likely Significant Effects of the Plan

2.1.1 This section sets out a summary of the sustainability implications of the Plan policiesand the extent to which they would support or achieve the sustainability objectives.

2.1.2 The Kidderminster Central Action Plan (KCAAP) Development Plan Document (DPD)allocates land and sets out policies which will meet the vision and objectives set out within theAdopted Core Strategy. The vision and objectives were tested against the SA Frameworkduring the development of the Core Strategy. The site allocations have each been tested againstthe SA Framework.

2.1.3 The KCAAP DPD has identified a large number of positive effects in terms of both thepolicies which its sets out and the preferred sites for allocation. However, a small number ofnegative sustainability effects have been identified and they can be summarised as follows:

Some of the sites have raised issues in relation to flood risk. This is an issue which willneed to be considered on a site-by-site basis. Mitigation measures will include floodalleviation and appropriate design solutions.A number of sites involve the retention and conversion of Listed Buildings. These sitesmay not be able to meet the renewable energy requirement set out within the AdoptedCore Strategy. This will be considered on a site-by-site basis and developers will be requiredto meet targets.Some sites have raised issues in relation to increased noise and light pollution, particularlyin sensitive locations next to the river and the canal. Mitigation measures will be requiredto reduce the impact on new development and balance the need for increased activity andnatural surveillance with environmental considerations.Some sites has raised issues relating to employment land switching and a resulting lossof training and employment opportunities. However, policies are in place to ensure that thisis balanced and employment opportunities continue to be provided at accessible locations.Some sites have identified a loss of a public open space or playing pitches, however,policies are in place to ensure that in such instances adequate compensatory provision isprovided.

Monitoring Indicators

2.1.4 The Sustainability Appraisal (SA) Report sets out a number of indicators that have beendrawn from those set out within the SA Framework. These indicators are proposed for monitoringthe impacts of the DPD on a number of issues. Broadly the the indicators cover the followingtopics:

Health and leisureAccess to key facilities i.e. Schools, medical, post officeHousing provisionDesign and ConservationCommunity involvementSustainabilityTravel and transportPollution, including noise and lightFlooding

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Educational attainmentEconomic growth and businessNature conservation

2.2 Statement of the Difference the Process has Made to Date

2.2.1 The SA process has investigated the likely significant environmental, social and economicimpacts of the policy options and specific sites considered during the development of the DPD.At each stage of the DPD each of the options, objectives, policies that have been put forwardhave been testing against the Sustainability Objectives in order to assess the likely positive andnegative impacts. The results of this testing has informed what options and policies have beentaken forward to the next stage and have ultimately shaped the selection of the Publicationversion of the KCAAP.

Reasons for selecting the alternatives

2.2.2 The options and policies taken forward into the Public KCAAP were selected as, ingeneral, the the testing against the Sustainability Objectives demonstrated a positive impact.Some of the options taken forward did demonstrated negative impacts, but where this occurredit was felt that appropriate mitigate measures could be taken as detailed below.

2.2.3 The options progressed generally supported the the regeneration of Kidderminsteradding to its vitality and vibrancy and contributing to economic growth. The options demonstrateda positive impact on the natural and historic environment of the town and in increasing peoplesquality of life.

2.2.4 There were a number of options tested throughout the development of the DPD thatwere rejected. In some cases this was due to the guidance set out in the Adopted Core Strategyto ensure that the KCAAPmet its objectives. However, in the majority of instances these optionswere rejected as they demonstrated a overall negative impact on the Sustainability objectivesthat could not be mitigated against.

2.2.5 A significant reason for dismissing options was due to them demonstrating a a negativeimpact on the regeneration of the town centre and economic growth. In addition to this optionswere dismissed for showing to have a negative impact on quality of life and in providing goodconnectivity and access around the town.

Mitigation Measures

2.2.6 The SA has also provided a function in identifying where appropriate mitigation measurewould need to be taken should any of the options and places be implemented and where potentialnegative impacts have been identified.

2.2.7 The testing of the policies and options through the SA resulted in the identification ofcertain issues that would be important to address more adequately through the policies in thefinal DPD. The table below sets out some of the areas where the SA has directly influencedand led to provisions being included within policies.


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Changes made as a result of the Sustainability AppraisalPolicy

The testing revealed the positive benefits of providingmixed use development and therefore the policy encouragesthis. However, testing also identified a potential noise and light pollution issue when providing a mix of different

KCA.DPL2 - MixedUse Development

uses in the same area. Therefore, wording was added to the policy stating that uses should be complimentaryto each other and neighbouring uses.

The testing of retail options in regard to the Primary Shopping Area (PSA) revealed that not including theBromsgrove Street area could have a negative impact on economic viability of the Eastern Gateway regeneration

KCA.GBP1 - RetailDevelopment

area and potentially stifle economic and retail growth. Therefore the Bromsgrove Street area is included withinthe PSA and the wording in the policy targets retail growth to this area. The testing also revealed the negativeimpact of including other areas of the town with the PSA (such as the Morrisons store) and therefore these havenot be included in the policy or PSA.

Testing revealed that not allowing any industrial development could limit the economic potential and growth ofthe town. Therefore, provision has been included in the policy to allow for further industrial development in areasof existing uses.

KCA.GPB5 -EmploymentDevelopment

Testing highlighted the negative impact of not providing further open space within the town. Therefore the publicrealm policy identifies certain target locations where new and/or improved civic spaces could be created.

KCA.UP2 - PublicRealm

Testing revealed that the preferred option in regard to improving pedestrian and cycle access across the ringroad would be to implement surface level crossings - as opposed to improving the existing subway network or

KCA.UP3 - RingRoad Framework

providing bridges. Therefore the ring road policy states that developments affecting the ring road shouldimplement surface-level crossings.

Testing highlighted a potential conflict between development fronting the canal and its existing and potentialbiodiversity and green infrastructure role. Therefore, wording was added to policy requiring development toenhance the role of the canal in regard to biodiversity and green infrastructure where it is appropriate to do so.

KCA.UP5 -Staffordshire &WorcestershireCanal

Testing highlighted the conflict between developing riverside areas and potential flood risk, as well as its roleas a biodiversity and green infrastructure corridor, and the opportunity to improve water quality. Therefore,

KCA.UP6 - RiverStour

wording was included requiring developments to deliver flood betterment measures, improve green infrastructurelinks, enhance its biodiversity value and improve water quality..

Table 2.2.1

Changes made as a result of the Sustainability AppraisalSites

Testing demonstrated a potential loss of open space in the form of the playing pitches. Therefore, a policy notewas added requiring compensatory provision to be made.

KCA.CH4 - FormerSladen School

Testing demonstrated a potential loss of open space in the form of the playing pitches. Therefore, a policy notewas added requiring compensatory provision to be made.

KCA.CH6 - LimeKiln Bridge

Testing highlighted the potential flood risk issues within this area and as a result wording was added to thepolicy requiring developments to take this into full account and implement appropriate flood risk measures.

KCA.WG2 - ParkLane Canalside

Testing highlighted the potential flood risk issues within this area and as a result wording was added to thepolicy requiring developments to take this into full account and implement appropriate flood risk measures.Biodiversity and green infrastructure were also highlighted and provision has also been included into this policy.

KCA.WG3 -Weavers Wharf


KCA.CW1 - CastleWharf

Impact of noise and light pollution was also highlighted and wording has been added requiring development tocontribute towards improving the riverside environment.


KCA.MS1 - MillStreet Mixed UseArea Impact of noise and light pollution was also highlighted and wording has been added requiring development to

contribute towards enhancing the biodiversity value of the river.


KCA.HP1 -HeritageProcessions


KCA.HP2 - FrankStone


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Changes made as a result of the Sustainability AppraisalSites

Site has not been allocated for any alternative uses as the testing revealed the negative impact that losing aindustrial area could have on the economy of the town.

Park LaneIndustrial Estate

Site has not been allocated for any alternative uses as the testing revealed the negative impact that losing aindustrial area could have on the economy of the town.

LongMeadowMillsIndustrial Estate

2.3 How to Comment on this Report

2.3.1 The Kidderminster Central Area Action Plan (KCAAP) DPD and this accompanying SAReport will be published for a six week period commencing Monday 23rd July 2012.Representations should be received by the District Council by 5.30pm on Friday 14th September2012. All representations must be made in writing either on-line, by e-mail or by fax as follows:

On-line at: http://wyreforestdc-consult.limehouse.co.uk

Planning PolicyPlanning and Regulatory ServicesDuke HouseClensmore StreetKidderminsterWorcestershireDY10 2JX

E-Mail: [email protected]

Fax: 01562 732556

2.3.2 If you have any queries relating to this report, please contact the Planning Policy teamon 01562 732928.


2Summary and Outcomes

3 Background

3.1 Purpose of the SA and the SA Report

3.1.1 Section 19(5) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004, as amended bySection 180(5)(d) of the Planning Act 2008 requires a SA to be carried out on all DPDs whicha Local Planning Authority produces. The SA process is integral to the production of DPDs andit enables the LPA to assess the degree to which the proposals contribute towards theachievement of sustainable development. This understanding assists in the preparation ofplanning policy.

3.1.2 Sustainable development is defined as 'development which meets the needs of thepresent without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs'. Thepurpose of SA is to ensure that all DPDs conform to the Government's guiding principles ofsustainable development, which are:

Living within environmental limitsEnsuring a strong, just and healthy societyAchieving a sustainable economyPromoting good governanceUsing sound science responsibly

3.1.3 SA identifies and reports on the likely significant effects of the plan and the mitigationmeasures which can be taken to reduce them. These effects are identified through the use ofa SA Framework.

3.2 Plan Objectives and Outline of Contents

3.2.1 The KCAAP will, through the formulation of site specific allocations and policies, allocateand designate areas of land within the town for particular uses including housing, retail, officesand leisure. The KCAAP will go beyond the traditional role of land use planning and will includeother key areas of economic, environmental and social activity. It will also set out clearmechanisms to ensure that the plan is delivered.

3.2.2 The aims for the KCAAP area:

To maximise the economic vitality and viability of central Kidderminster whilst enhancingthe environment of the area as a place to live.To help make Kidderminster the premier destination of choice for shopping andentertainment for all residents within Wyre Forest District and the surrounding ruralcatchment area.

3.2.3 The strategic objectives are:

1. Develop Kidderminster as the strategic centre of the District and beyond.2. Deliver the growth of residential, retail, and employment development.3. Deliver the regeneration of key town centre sites, re-using previously developed land and

buildings.4. Drive up the quality of urban design and architecture.5. Conserve and enhance the town's heritage assets.


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6. Develop and enhance the blue and green infrastructure provision within the town, particularlyalong the canal and river, recognising its contribution towards the wider Green Infrastructurenetwork.

7. Safeguard and replenish the town's biodiversity and geodiversity contribution.8. Ensure the town is equipped to adapt to and mitigate against the impacts of climate change.9. Safeguard the town against flood risk and ensure good water management.10. Improve air quality around the town, with a particular focus on the Horsefair AQMA.11. Increasing the provision and use of sustainable modes of transport and create a walkable

environment.12. Ensure the town is safe and enjoyable for all users.

3.3 Compliance with the SEA Directive

3.3.1 Under Section 19(5) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act, as amended bySection 180(5)(d) of the Planning Act 2008. SA is mandatory for any new or revised DPD. TheSA process also incorporates Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) in accordance withthe requirements of European Directive 2001/42/EC ''on the assessment of the effects of certainplans and programmes on the environment''.

3.3.2 The SEA Directive requires a report to be produced detailing information that may bereasonably required taking into account current knowledge and methods of assessment, thecontents and level of detail in the plan or programme and its stage in the decision-makingprocess. Information likely to be provided in the Environmental Report includes:

The likely significant effects on the environment, including issues such as biodiversity,population, human health, flora, fauna, soil, water air, climate factors, material assets,cultural heritage including architectural and archaeological heritage, landscape and theinterrelationship between the above factors. These effects should include secondary,cumulative and synergistic, short, medium and long-term, permanent and temporary,positive and negative effects.An outline of the reasons for selecting the alternatives dealt with.The measures envisaged to prevent, reduce and as fully as possible offset any significantadverse effects on the environment of implementing the plan or programme.

3.3.3 Government guidance promotes the integration of the SA and SEA processes into onereport. Therefore, this report sets out both requirements. A table has been included at the frontof this report to indicate where the requirements of the SEA Directive have been met.


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4 Appraisal Methodology

4.1 Approach Adopted to the SA

4.1.1 The SA has been carried out using the methodology set out within Government guidance(ODPM, 2005) and the Planning Advisory Service's Plan-Making Manual. The table below setsout how the SA process has been incorporated within the DPD process.

Table 4.1.1 The Sustainability Appraisal Process

DPD Stage 1: Pre-Production - Evidence Gathering

SA Stages and Tasks

Stage A: Setting the context and objectives, establishing the baseline and deciding on the scope.A1: Identifying other relevant policies, plans and programmes and sustainability objectives.A2: Collecting baseline information.A3: Identifying sustainability issues and problems.A4: Developing the SA Framework.A5: Consulting on the scope of the SA.

DPD Stage 2: Production

SA Stages and Tasks

Stage B: Developing and refining options and assessing effects.B1: Testing the DPD objectives against the SA Framework.B2: Developing the DPD options.B3: Predicting the effects of the DPD.B4: Evaluating the effects of the DPD.B5: Considering ways of mitigating adverse effects and maximising beneficial effects.B6: Proposing measures to monitor the significant effects of implementing the DPDs.

Stage C: Preparing the Sustainability Appraisal Report.C1: Preparing the SA Report.

Stage D: Consulting on the Preferred Options of the DPD and the SA Report.D1: Public participation on the Preferred Options of the DPD and the SA Report.D2(i): Appraising significant changes.

DPD Stage 3: Examination

SA Stages and Tasks

D2(ii): Appraising significant changes resulting from representations.

DPD Stage 4: Adoption and Monitoring

SA Stages and Tasks

D3: Making decisions and providing information.

Stage E: Monitoring the significant effects of implementing the DPD.E1: Finalising aims and methods for monitoring.E2: Responding to adverse effects.

4.1.2 As illustrated above, the SA is being carried out in four main stages and three reportswill be produced:

The SA Scoping Reports were published for a 5 week consultation period between 31st

April and 6th June 2008. The Scoping Reports covered the 'Stage A' tasks set out in thetable above. The representations received on the SA Scoping Reports have been


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considered and Revised SA Scoping Reports were published in January 2009 alongsidethe Issues and Options Papers.This Draft SA report tests the Issues and Options and the Preferred Options for both theSite Allocations and Policies and KCAAP DPDs against the respective SA Frameworksand sets out the positive and negative impacts of each of the options considered. Thereport also sets out mitigation measures to overcome any negative impacts identifiedresulting form the preferred options.The Final SA Reports will be prepared and published alongside the Pre-SubmissionPublication documents. It is anticipated that this will be during December 2011.

4.1.3 The appraisal of the options is based on a matrix. The matrix sets out the sustainabilityobjectives which are set out within the SA Framework. Each policy option/site has been testedagainst each of the objectives using the decision-making criteria. Each option/site has beenawarded a score based on the extent to which it meets the objective and the decision-makingcriteria. The baseline data set out within Appendix B to this report has been used to assist inthe process. Where baseline data was not available, it has been necessary to make assumptionsregarding the current situation and how this may change with the implementation of the plan.Further information can be found in the 'Uncertainties and Risks' section of this report. Thedegree of impact is graded as follows:

Likely effect against the SA objectiveSymbol

Significant contribution to the achievement of sustainaiblity objectives likely (much better than 'do nothing' approach)++

Contribution to achievement of sustainability objectives likely (better than 'do nothing' approach)+

Significant conflict to achievement of sustainability objectives likely (much worse than 'do nothing' approach)XX

Conflict to achievement of sustainability objectives likely (worse than 'do nothing' approach)X

Neutral effect likely (baseline position)0

Unpredictable effect but likely to be positive (uncertainties remain over exact impact but likely to be better than'do nothing' approach)

+?

Unpredictable effect but likely to be negative (uncertainties remain over exact impact but likely to be worse than'do nothing' approach)

X?

4.1.4 The assessments consider the probability, duration, frequency and reversibility of effectsas well as the magnitude and spatial extent of effects in the following ways:

Probability - it is assumed that an effect will occur unless the table includes it as a possibleeffect.Duration - the testing tables include reference to whether the effect is likely to be short-termor long-term. Some options may have negative short-term and positive long-term effectsagainst the same SA criteria and vice versa.Frequency - it is assumed that effects will be a one off occurrence unless the testing tablesmake reference to the effect recurring.Reversibility - the tables highlight whether effects will be reversible or irreversible.Magnitude - The scoring systems takes into account the magnitude or seriousness of theeffect by having different scores for more serious effects, this is set out in table above whichexplains the coring system.Spatial extent - the spatial extent of the effect is considered within the assessment of itsmagnitude. If the effect was to take place over a large area it will be scored ++ or XX


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depending on whether it is positive or negative. If the event was only to take place over asmall area it will be scored + or X as appropriate.The overall score relates to the combination of all of the above factors.

4.1.5 The judgement as to the impact of the option is based upon the scoping and baselinedata which was presented in the scoping report as well as the local knowledge of the officerscarrying out the exercise. In order to comply with the SEA regulations, the assessment hastaken account of:

Secondary, cumulative and synergistic effects (defined below) and inter-relationshipsbetween effects.The significance and time frame of any identified effects.Mitigationmeasures and suggested changes to the strategy in order to overcome or minimiseany identified impacts.

DefinitionTerm

Secondary effects that are not a direct result of the plan, but occur away from the original effector as a result of a complex pathway.

Secondary Effects

Cumulative effects arise where several developments each have insignificant effects but togetherhave a significant effect, or where several individual effects of the plan have a combined effect.

Cumulative Effects

Synergistic effects interact to produce a total effect greater than the sum of the individual effects.Synergistic Effects

4.2 When the SA was Carried out and by Whom

4.2.1 The Council has carried out the majority of the SA work for the KCAAP Plan in-houseand it is considered that this has been beneficial in providing an understanding of the keysustainability issues that face the District. Consultants URSUSwere commissioned to undertakea 'Quality Check' and to assist with the assessment of secondary, cumulative and synergisticeffects. The SA Scoping Report was published for consultation for five weeks between 30th

April and 6th June 2008. The representations received were incorporated into the Revised SAScoping Report which were published in January 2009. A joint Draft SA report was publishedcovering both the Site Allocations and Policies and KCAAP DPDs. This Final SA Report relatesonly to the KCAAP DPD and it sets out the appraisal of the issues and options and preferredoptions as well as the policies and sites included within the Publication document. It will bepublished for a period of six weeks alongside the DPD.

4.3 Who was Consulted, when and how

4.3.1 At the Scoping Stage, a range of social, economic and environmental interests wereconsulted, as well as neighbouring authorities and the Statutory Bodies (Natural England,English Heritage and the Environment Agency). Consultation was undertaken by writing to theorganisations set out, either electronically or in hard copy, giving a six-week time frame forrepresentations to be made. The SA Scoping Report was also placed in libraries and Hubswithin the three main towns of Kidderminster, Stourport-on-Severn and Bewdley and publishedon the District Council's website. The full list of consultees is set out at Appendix E to thisreport and the representations received and details regarding how they were addressed is setout at Appendix F to this report. The responses were incorporated into the Revised SA ScopingReports which were published in January 2009.


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4.3.2 A Draft SA Report covering both the Site Allocations and Policies and KCAAP DPDsunderwent a six week consultation alongside the Preferred Options Papers for these DPDsbetween 26th May and 8th July 2011. The representations received in response to consultationon the Draft SA Report are also set out at Appendix E to this report. These representationshave been incorporated into this Final SA Report where appropriate.

4.3.3 Consultation on the Draft SA Scoping Report included sending a copy of the report toEnglish Heritage, Natural England, the Environment Agency andWorcestershire County Counciland notifying in writing all other consultees on the DPD. Copies of the Draft SA Report weeplaced in the libraries and Hubs at Kidderminster, Stourport-on-Severn and Bewdley alongsidethe DPDs and were also published on the District Council's website. A number of exhibitionstook place throughout the consultation period giving people the opportunity to discuss the DPDsand the Draft SA Report in more detail.

4.4 Appropriate Assessment

4.4.1 In October 2005, the European Court of Justice ruled that a Habitat RegulationsAssessment (HRA) must be carried out on all land use plans in the UK. The purpose of HRAis to ensure that protection of the integrity of European sites is part of the planning process.There are no Natura 2000 sites within the District boundary. However, there are two sites within15km of the District boundary; Fens Pool which is approximately 8.7km north of the Districtboundary and Lyppard Grange Ponds which is approximately 12.9km south of the Districtboundary. A separate HRA Screening Report has been produced looking at the potential impactof both the Site Allocations and Policies and KCAAPDPDs on these sites. It has been concludedthat the DPDs will not have a significant effect on these sites and therefore, it is not necessaryto undertake a full HRA.


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5 Sustainability Objectives, Baseline and Context

5.1 Links to Other Policies, Plans, Programmes and Sustainability Objectives and Howthey Have Been Taken into Account

5.1.1 The following plans, policies, programmes and sustainability objectives have beenscoped and their contents have been taken into account in the development of the SAFramework. This context review is the first stage of the SA process. The plan may be influencedin various ways by other plans, policies, programmes and sustainability objectives. Therelationship should be explored to:

identify any external social, economic or environmental objectives that should be reflectedin the SA process;identify external factors, such as sustainability issues, that might influence the preparationof the plan; and;Determine whether the policies in other plans and programmes might lead to cumulativeeffects when combined with policies in the plan that is subject to SA.

5.1.2 The context review meets the requirements of the SEA Directive to provide an outlineof the contents, main objectives of the plan and the relationship with other relevant plans andprogrammes.

5.1.3 Relevant documents at the international, national, regional, and local level have beenreviewed. For each document information relating to the key objectives and targets has beenrecorded and the implications for the SA Framework have been set out.

5.1.4 The table below sets out those document reviewed. The full review can be found atAppendix A to this report. The table has been updated throughout the SA process to includenewly emerging documents and also suggestions from stakeholders.

INTERNATIONAL

Johannesburg Declaration on Sustainable Development (2002)

Rio Declaration on Environment & Development (1992)

Aarhus Convention (1998)

Kyoto Protocol (1997)

The EU Sustainable Development Strategy (updated 2005)

European Habitats Directive (1992)

European Birds Directive (1979)

European Air Quality Directive (2000)

European Water Framework Directive (2000)

European Sixth Environmental Action Plan (2001 – 2010)

European Landscape Convention (2000)

NATIONAL

The Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended)

The NERC (Natural Environment and Rural Communites) Act

Conserving Biodiversity: The UK Approach


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DEFRA (2007)

The Bern Convention

Making Space for Water

Working with the Grain of Nature – A Biodiversity Strategy for England (DEFRA, 2002)

UK Waste Strategy (DEFRA, 2000)

Waste Strategy for England 2007 (DEFRA)

The Eddington Transport Study (2006)

Barker Review of Land Use Planning (DCLG, 2006)

Strong and Prosperous Communities – the Local Government White Paper (October 2006)

UK Strategy for Sustainable Development (2005)

Urban White Paper (2000)

Rural White Paper (2000)

Sustainable Communities Plan (2003)

Transport 10 Year Plan (2000)

UK Climate Change Programme (1994)

Stern Review of the Economics of Climate Change (November 2006)

Energy White Paper (2007)

The Countryside and Rights of Way Act (CROW) 2000

Diversity and Equality in Planning 2005

Untapped Potential – Identifying and Delivering Residential Development on Previously Developed Land (CPRE, 2007)

Waterways for Tomorrow (DEFRA, 2000)

Planning a Future for the Inland Waterways (IWAAC, 2001)

The Historic Environment: A Force for Our Future (DCMS, 2001)

Heritage Protection White Paper (DCMS, March 2007)

Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas Act) 1990

Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Areas Act 1979

Code for Sustainable Homes – A step change in sustainable home building practice (DCLG, 2006)

Green Infrastructure Guidance, Natural England (2009)

National Planning Policy Framework (DCLG, March 2012)

Planning for Traveller Sites (DCLG, March 2012)

PPS1 – Delivering Sustainable Development (2005)

PPS: Planning and Climate Change – Supplement to PPS1 (DCLG 2007)

PPG2 – Green Belts (1995)

PPS3 – Housing (DCLG, 2010)

PPS4 – Planning for Sustainable Economic Growth (2009)

PPS5 - Planning for the Historic Environment (2010)

PPS7 – Sustainable Development in Rural Areas (2004)

PPG8 – Telecommunications (1991)

PPS9 – Biodiversity and Geological Conservation (2005)


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PPS10 – Planning for Sustainable Waste Management (2005)

PPS12 – Creating Strong, Safe and Prosperous Communities through Local Spatial Planning (2008)

PPG13 – Transport (2001)

PPG14 – Development on Unstable Land (1990)

PPG17 – Planning for Open Space, Sport & Recreation (2002)

PPG19 – Outdoor Advertisement Control

PPS22 – Renewable Energy (2004)

PPS23 – Planning and Pollution Control (2004)

PPG24 – Planning and Noise (2001)

PPS25 - Development and Flood Risk (2006)

Good Practice Guide on Planning for Tourism (DCLG, 2006)

Physical Activity and the Environment National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (January 2008)

Lifetime Homes, Lifetime Neighbourhoods: A National Strategy for Housing in an Ageing Society (DCLG, 2008)

The Climate of the UK and Recent Trends (2009) Hadley Centre

REGIONAL

Regional Sustainable Development Framework - Refreshed Version (2008)

Regional Historic Environment Strategy - Putting the Historic Environment to Work

West Midlands Regional Housing Strategy (2006-2021)

West Midlands Visitor Economy Strategy (2008)

West Midlands Energy Strategy (2004)

West Midlands Regional Forestry Framework (2004)

West Midlands Regional Biodiversity Strategy (2005)

Severn Trent Water Resources Plan 2005-2010

Choosing Health: Regional Health and Well-being Strategy (WMRA, 2008)

Fluvial Severn Flood Risk Management Strategy (2006)

South Housing Market Area: South Housing Market Assessment (2007)

South Housing Market Area: Gypsy and Traveller Accommodation Assessment (2007)

UKCIP 09: West Midlands Region

Regional Renewable Energy Study (2011)

COUNTY

Worcestershire Local Area Agreement (2006)

Partnership Towards Excellence – The Sustainable Community Strategy for Worcestershire SECOND EDITION 2008 – 2013

Worcestershire County Structure Plan (1996 – 2011)

Worcestershire Local Transport Plan 3 (2011)

Worcestershire Waste Core Strategy Submission Document (June 2011)

Worcestershire Biodiversity Action Plan (2008)

Destination Worcestershire Tourism Strategy (2008)



A Cultural Strategy for Worcestershire (2009-2013)

Worcestershire Minerals Local Plan 1997

Worcestershire Countryside Access and Recreation Strategy (2003 – 2013)

Fluvial Severn Flood Risk Management Strategy (2006)

Worcestershire Climate Change Strategy (2005)

Planning for Water in Worcestershire – Technical Research Paper (2008)

Planning for Renewable Energy in Worcestershire – Technical Research Paper (2008)

Planning for Climate Change in Worcestershire - Technical Research Paper (2008)

Planning for Soils in Worcestershire - Technical Research Paper (2008)

Worcestershire Local Investment Plan (March 2011)

Worcestershire Landscape Character Supplementary Guidance (October 2011)

DISTRICT

Wyre Forest District Sustainable Community Strategy (2008)

Wyre Forest Distrct Adopted Core Strategy DPD (2010)

Wyre Forest District Adopted Local Plan (2004)

Wyre Forest District Housing Strategy (2004)

Wyre Forest District Cycle Strategy (2002)

Wyre Forest District Design Supplementary Planning Guidance (2004)

Wyre Forest District Community Safety Strategy

Wyre Forest District Air Quality Strategy (2005)

Wyre Forest District Housing Needs Survey

Wyre Forest District Housing Stock Condition Survey (2007)

Wyre Forest District Contaminated Land Inspection Strategy (2001)

Kidderminster Regeneration Prospectus (2009)

Churchfields Masterplan Supplementary Planning Document (2011)

Adopted Conservation Areas & Management Plans

PARISH

Church Street (Kidderminster) Conservation Area Character Appraisal (2009)

Green Street (Kidderminster) Conservation Area Character Appraisal and Management Plan (2011)

Vicar Street Conservation Area Character Appraisal (2003)

The Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal Conservation Area Character Appraisal and Management Plan (2007)

Links to the Kidderminster Central Area Action Plan

5.1.5 The KCAAP needs to be in compliance with national planning guidance which providesthe national framework for development. Therefore the Action Plan has strong links to theNational Planning Policy Framework and provides high level planning guidance.



5.1.6 The other DPD included with the Local Development Framework (LDF) have a strongrelationship with the KCAAP. The Adopted Core Strategy sets out the over-arching policy withinwhich the Action Plan must sit and sets out a development strategy that targets developmenttowards the town. This provides the broad strategic guidance for which the Action Plan thenprovides more detail in order to deliver this development. In addition to this, the Adopted CoreStrategy sets out further strategic guidance in relation to issues such as sustainable development,water management, economic development, design etc which the Action Plan must be inconformity.

5.1.7 The Site Allocations and Policies DPD has been developed in tandem with the ActionPlan and are mutually reinforcing documents. While the Action Plan provides targeted guidancefor the town centre area, the Site Allocations and Policies document provides broader policyguidance which is equally applicable to the Action Plan area. The Action Plan relies of the SiteAllocations and Policies document to provide policy guidance so as to not include anyunnecessary repetition.

5.1.8 The Kidderminster Regeneration Prospectus was adopted by the District Council inSeptember 2009 and sets out the town's challenges and opportunities. The Prospectus wascreated with extensive public consultation and worked to establish some key themes and physicalareas of action and/or opportunities in terms of regeneration. The Prospectus has provide animportant part of the evidence base in the development of the KCAAP. The Prospectus and theassociated ReWyre Regeneration Initiative will be key in helping to deliver the objectives setout in the Action Plan.

5.1.9 The District Council adopted the Churchfields Masterplan Supplementary PlanningDocument (SPD) in 2011 and this is a key part of the evidence base for the Action Plan whichprovides a detailed design framework for the Churchfields area. Not only has this SPD helpedto influence the policy guidance for Churchfields in the Action Plan it also continues to providedetailed additional and supporting guidance for further development in the area.

5.1.10 The Action Plan will also help to implement the key transport infrastructure objectivescontained within Worcestershire County Council's Local Transport Plan 3.

Links to the Sustainability Appraisal

5.1.11 Although a range of plans have been scoped at all levels and each of the plans hasinfluenced the SA Framework objectives in some way, as set out in Appendix A, many of theplans, policies and programmes have led to the same conclusions regarding the areas whichthe SA Framework objectives should consider. Perhaps the most significant plans, policies andprogrammes are the Adopted Core Strategy, Local Transport Plan 3 and the SustainableCommunity Strategy.

5.1.12 The Adopted Core Strategy was itself subject to the sustainability appraisal processand the SA Framework was developed for this DPD. The Adopted Core Strategy has beenscoped as part of this SA, it presents local level policies which encapsulate much of the thinkingand many of the objectives set out in higher level policies, plans, and programmes. The AdoptedCore Strategy has influenced the SA Framework, however, it also seeks to deliver thesustainability objectives itself. The Adopted Core Strategy sets out the over-arching policywhich the KCAAP DPD must sit within, therefore, in order for an option to be realistic it mustbe in accordance with the policies set out within that document.



5.1.13 As mentioned above, the Kidderminster Regeneration Prospectus is a key part of theAction Plan evidence base. The Prospectus has influenced the SA, particularly in regard to theregeneration focused indicators, in order that the options be tested against the regenerationobjectives for town.

5.1.14 The District Council has a number of adopted Conservation Areas, and their associatedManagement Plans, that cover the KCAAP area; namely Green Street, Church Street, VicarStreet and Exchange Street, and the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. TheseConservation Areas have also influenced the SA to judge whether options are in accordancewith the objectives for these areas.

5.1.15 Local Transport Plan 3 provides the basis for the future development of transport withinthe County. This plan moves towards promoting sustainable transport measures and it wastherefore considered essential that the SA Framework reflected this.

5.1.16 The Sustainable Community Strategy sets out the future vision for the area. This wasdeveloped alongside the Adopted Core Strategy and influenced the SA Framework. The centralthemes under which the baseline data are presented were taken from the Sustainable CommunityStrategy and it was considered important that all of these themes were reflected within the SAFramework.

5.2 Description of the Social, Environmental and Economic Baseline Characteristics andFuture Predicted Baseline

5.2.1 A summary of the social, economic and environmental baseline characteristics of theWyre Forest District is set out below. The detailed description can be found at Appendix B tothe amended SA Scoping Report.

Social Overview

5.2.2 Wyre Forest District is a rural district which lies in North West Worcestershire, to theSouth West of the Black Country conurbation. The District is made up of the three towns ofKidderminster, Stourport-on-Severn and Bewdley, of which Kidderminster is the largest. Theseare surrounded by a number of outlying villages and hamlets. The District covers an area of75 square miles and has a population of 98,100 (2009 Mid Year Estimate). Without the plan,and the plans for neighbouring authority areas the population of the District may increase asa result of out-migration from the Black Country conurbation.

5.2.3 The KCAAP covers the town centre and extends to cover the Churchfields employmentarea and the retail development at Crossley park. Kidderminster is the District's main servicecentre and has significant regeneration opportunities which are recognised by the ReWyreProspectus. The Area Action Plan will provide a detailed policy framework for the futuredevelopment of these areas.

5.2.4 In 2006/2008, life expectancy at birth in Wyre Forest District was 78.18 years for malesand 82.47 years for females. In 2001, the percentage of people living with a limiting long-termillness was 17.9%, this was lower than both the regional and national averages. The populationof the District is ageing. Mid Year Population Estimates for 2009 show that more than 55% ofthe District’s population is 40 years of age or over and an increasing number of residents areaged 80 years or over (5.3%). This has implications for access to services and facilities,particularly healthcare. Ethnic minorities are significantly under-represented within the District



compared to the national and regional averages. Without the plan, the District's population mayage further as a result of in-migration as the District is a popular retirement area. This couldhave an impact on health as it would increase pressure on health services.

5.2.5 Crime within the Wyre Forest District decreased between April 2001 and March 2010and is below the national average. Within the District, crime is highest in Greenhill ward whichincludes Kidderminster Town Centre. Without the plan, crime within the KCAAP area in particularwould be likely to increase as a result of sites and premises lying derelict with no co-ordinatedattempt to regenerate the town centre.

5.2.6 Wyre Forest has a higher proportion of owner occupied housing than the nationalaverage (2001 Census). House prices within the District are lower than the County and Regionalaverage. Without the plan owner occupation would be likely to decrease as the economiccircumstances make it more difficult for people to own their home, particularly first time buyers.This may increase the need for affordable housing.

Economic Overview

5.2.7 Unemployment within theWyre Forest District was 4.8% in January 2011. This is higherthan the county level but lower than the regional and national level. Unemployment in theDistrict is concentrated in Broadwaters and Oldington and Foley Park where it was 7.4% and12.0% respectively. Without the plan unemployment is likely to increase at least in the short-termas the economy continues to be in a period of recession.

5.2.8 The lowest income households are in Oldington and Foley Park ward. (2001 Census)Without the plan incomes are likely to stay low in the Oldington and Foley Park area becauseof the current economic situation.

5.2.9 Manufacturing still plays a key part in the economy of the WyreForest District and theDistrict has a much higher percentage of workers based in the manufacturing industry, whencompared to the regional and national averages. Other areas where there is a higher proportionof workers when compared to the region or nationally, are in the hotels and restaurant andtourism related sectors. This is reflective of the increasing role that tourism is having on thelocal economy, which is underpinned by regionally important tourist attractions which includethe Severn Valley Railway, The West Midlands Safari and Leisure Park and the Wyre Forest.Without the plan the economy is likely to movemore towards the tourism sector as manufacturingcontinues to decline within the area.

5.2.10 Educational attainment in Wyre Forest District is below both the regional and countryaverage, with 42.2% of pupils achieving 5 A*-C grades in August 2009/10. Without the planeducational attainment is likely to increase steadily.

Environmental Overview

5.2.11 6% of land within the District is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, thelargest area being that of the Wyre Forest itself. A variety of habitats are found within WyreForest District, including broadleaved mixed woodland, natural grassland, acid grassland andheathland. The District also has a number of Special Wildlife Sites and both National and LocalNature Reserves. The District is also home to a number of protected species with most beingfound along the Rivers Stour and Severn and in ponds throughout the District. Without the planthe District's natural sites are likely to decline in quality and some sites could be at risk fromdevelopment pressures.



5.2.12 The District has six Grade I, 29 Grade II* and 853 Grade II list entries on the statutorylists. The District also has nine Scheduled Ancient Monuments. The District has 18 ConservationAreas, 4 of these are within the KCAAP area. In addition to this, there are also a large numberof records on the Historic Environment Record which include historic structures andarchaeological remains. Without the plan there would be less protection for Locally andStatutorily Listed Buildings which could put some buildings at risk from development pressures.

5.2.13 Kidderminster lies on the River Stour and therefore flood risk is an issue within thetown. There is pressure for further development to take place in areas at risk from flooding.However, the Environment Agency is consulted on all proposals within the defined flood zones.Flood defences have been constructed at Crossley Park/PuxtonMarsh in Kidderminster. Withoutthe plan the likelihood of flooding may increase within the Action Plan area as climate changeleads to more intense periods of rainfall.

5.2.14 The overall volume of residential waste has decreased since 2004/05 from 38,353tonnes to 37,399 tonnes in 2009/10. The percentage of this waste which is recycled hasincreased during the same period from 24.5% to 26.65%. All households within the District arenow served by recycling facilities. Without the plan recycling rates are likely to increase as itbecomes easier to recycle domestic waste and awareness is raised through national and localcampaigns.

5.2.15 There is currently an Air Quality Monitoring Area within the KCAAP area which coversan area along St. Mary's Ring Road and into the Horesfair, Kidderminster. This is caused bytraffic congestion within the affected area. Without the plan air quality is likely to deterioratefurther within this area.

5.3 Difficulties in Collecting Data and the Limitations of the Data

5.3.1 The information collected and updated as part of the SA process is set out at AppendixB. The information presented relates directly to the identified sustainability issues and theindicators set out within the SA Framework and is a summary of the baseline data set out withinthe SA Report. There were difficulties collecting data as often, the required data is not availableat the required level. The SA Framework set out within this report will form the basis of themonitoring framework. The indicators have been further developed and amended since the SAScoping Report was published. The refined indicators have been closely aligned to those forthe Adopted Core Strategy as this will aid monitoring.

5.3.2 One of the major problems with developing local indicators is the availability of data atdistrict level. Often, county level is the lowest level at which data is available. Some data maybe available at national and regional level but is not disaggregated to district level. In someinstances, data for the suggested monitoring indicator is not available at present and therefore,monitoring systems will need to be put in place to collect this data. Data for those indicatorswhich are also set out within the Adopted Core Strategy will become available as part of theprocess of monitoring that DPD.



5.4 Main Social, Environmental and Economic Issues and Problems Identified

Predicted Change with no PlanBaseline/Trend DataIdentified Sustainability Issue

Social

Community facilities may decline as reducedpublic and voluntary sector budgets lead to a

Concentration of facilities in Greenhill andBroadwaters with few facilities in Aggborough and

Marked variation in theprovision of community facilities

decline in standard and facilities come underpressure for development.

Spennells and Oldington and Foley Park (WFDCCommunity Facilities Audit June 2009).

between the District's urbanwards.

Local centres are likely to remain but there maybe an increase in hot food takeaways.

The Wyre Forest District Retail Update 2009demonstrates that there is a reasonable spread

Importance of safeguarding theDistrict's Local Centres in order

of local centres and that they serve their residentpopulations by providing a range of services.

to serve their residentpopulations.

Without the plan play facilities would not beimproved tomeet demand from new development.

Largest deficiencies identified in Greenhill,Offmore and Comberton, and Franche wards

Poor access to play facilities insome urban and rural wards.

(Open Space, Sport and Rcreation Assessment,October 2008).

Without the plan health may decline as a resultof an ageing population.

Within the District there is one SOA which fallsinto the most deprived 20% nationally for health,

Variation in levels of healthbetween the District's wards.

this is in Oldington and Foley Park ward.Habberley and Blakebrook, Oldington and FoleyPark, Broadwaters, Greenhill and Offmore andComberton wards all have at least one SOAwithinthe 20% most deprived nationally. The leastdeprived wards are Rock, Blakedown andChaddesley, Wolverley, and Bewdley and Arleywhere all of the SOAs are in the 50% leastdeprived nationally.

Empty homes within the District are beingaddressed by a separate District Council policy

Growth in empty homes within the District2005-2009. Currently 4.73% of homes within theDistrict are empty homes.

Need to bring empty homeswithin the District back into use.

and are therefore likely to decrease in numberseven without the plan in place.

Without the plan crime is likely to increaseparticularly within the KCAAP area as premises

Crime in the District has shown fluctuations buthas fallen overall since 2001.

The need to reduce crime withinthe District.

and sites are more likely to become vacant andderelict.

Drug and alcohol misusemay be reduced throughother programmes outside of the LDF.

Wyre Forest has the second highest number ofdrug offences and the third highest number of

The need to reduce drug andalcohol misuse within theDistrict. alcohol related offences in Worcestershire

(WFCSP, 2002-2003).

Without the plan car parks may come underpressure to be developed for other uses,

District Council car park data shows thatKidderminster is particularly well served by publiccar parks which are well used.

Need to retain and enhanceshort stay parking facilitieswithin the town centres. alternatively, car parking may increase as vacant

sites may become used as car parks on atemporary basis.

Economic

Without the plan fuel poverty is likely to increaseas new, more energy efficient development is lesslikely to come forward.

15% of households are estimated to be living infuel poverty in Wyre Forest, compared to 13.3%across the County. In the most deprived ward,

A high concentration of fuelpoverty within the District,particularly in the most deprivedward. this figure is 27.3%, the highest in the County.

(Source: Affordable Warmth for Worcestershire)

Without the plan new affordable housing is lesslikely to come forward as sites are less likely tobe developed.

The average house price across the District hasrisen rapidly in recent years. However, it is nowfalling. The ratio of lower quartile house prices

Lack of affordable housingchoice across the District.

to lower quartile earnings fell sharply after 2005and, after a steady rise to 2008, fell sharplyagain in 2009.




Without the plan unemployment is likely to riseas new employers are less likely to come to thearea.

Unemployment within the District fell between2000 and 2008 but has risen sharply since then.The highest levels of unemployment are withinthe urban areas.

Noticeably higherunemployment forming acorridor between Kidderminsterand Stourport-on-Severn.

Environmental

The plan is unlikely to have an impact on noisepollution complaints.

Noise pollution complaints have remained highin the District. However, they have fallen in2009/10.

Need to reduce noise pollutioncomplaints in the District.

Without the plan the condition of SSSIs maydecline as some areas may come under pressure

Condition of SSSIs has improved since 2005. Amuch greater area of SSSI land is now

The need to improve thecondition of SSSI habitats,

from new development. Also, it would be moreunfavourable but recovering, and less isunfavourable but declining.

particularly marshland andheathland areas. difficult to secure money from any new

development to improve the condition of SSSIs.

Without the plan some of these habitat types mayface development pressure and it would also be

The 2008Worcestershire Biodiversity Action Planidentifies a large number of habitat types withinthe District.

The need to conserve andenhance the rich variety ofhabitat types within the District. more difficult to secure money from new

devleopment to improve these habitats.

Without the plan new development may have animpact on protected species.

The 2008Worcestershire Biodiversity Action Planidentifies a number of protected species withinthe District.

The need to protect the varietyof protected species fromadverse development.

Without the plan flooding is likely to increase asclimate change leads to more intense rainfallperiods.

The Environment Agency's designated floodzones show that all three of the District's townsare affected by fluvial flooding from the main

Significant residential and urbanareas are at risk from flooding.

rivers. The District is also affected by surfacewater run-off, ground water flooding and foulwater flooding.

Without the plan this AQMA is likley to remain inplace.

WFDC has declared one Air Quality ManagementAreas within the KCAAP area at St. Mary's RingRoad and Horsefair, Kidderminster.

Declining air quality within theurban areas of the District.

Without the plan some of the District's heritageassets could be threatened by developmentpressures.

The District has 17 Conservation Areas, 3 ofthese fall entirely within the KCAAP area and onefalls partially into it. The District also has 9

To safeguard and enhance thedistinctive historic environmentof the District.

Scheduled Ancient Monuments, over 900individual buildings and structures which arelisted, and local lists for the three towns and theParish of Wolverley and Cookley. There is alsoa significant amount of heritage outside of thesedesignations. The Historic Environment Recordhas in excess of 2500 entries for the Districtincluding over 50% of which are not designated.

Without the plan renewable energy generation isunlikely to increase significantly.

Currently there is very little renewable energy inthe District; as a result the District is heavily reliantupon fossil fuels for its energy requirements (DTI).

Need to increase the generationand use of renewable energywithin the District.

The average SAP rating is likely to increase evenwithout the plan as building regulations improves

The average SAP rating of private dwellings withinthe District has increased since 2005/06 and was

Need to improve energyefficiency in new and existinghousing stock. new build stock and grants are available to

improve existing stock.54 in 2009/2010. The % of dwellings with a SAPrating below 35%, which is considered to beunacceptable, has declined since 2006/07 and iscurrently 9%.

Without the plan CO2emissions within the Districtare likely to continue to fall but to a lesser degreethan with the plan in place.

Total CO2emissions within the District fell from6.5 tonnes per capita to 6.1 tonnes per capitabetween 2005 and 2008.

Need to reduce CO2 emissionswithin the District.

Without the plan less would be done to adapt tofuture changes in the climate.

The climate of the West Midlands Region isforecast to change significantly by 2080.

Need to adapt to the presentand future changes in climatethat the District is experiencing. Changes include warmer average temperatures,

increased winter rainfall, decreased summerrainfall and periods of more intense rainfall.




Without the plan in place pressure for water wouldstill be high, the plan may increase the pressureby delivering new devleopment.

Much of the District's water resources come fromground water abstraction and there is no scopefor further abstraction.

Need to conserve waterresources and use them in asustainable way.

Waste recycling is likely to continue to increasewithout the plan as campaigns and initiatives

The level of waste collected has increased andthe % of waste recycled has decreased during

Need to reduce the total volumeof waste produced and increaserecycling. outside of the planning system encourage

recycling.2009/10, however, the overall trend since2004/2005 is for a decline in the level of wasteand an increase in the recycling rate.

Without the plan in place it would be more difficultto resist the development of greenfield sites andfocus development on brownfield land.

During 2009/2010 there was an increase to 9%in the percentage of residential developmentswhich were not yet started or under constructionon greenfield sites.

Need to focus newdevelopment on brownfieldsites to preserve greenfield landand reduce the need to travel.

Without the plan in place it would be more difficultto control the density of new development.

In 2009/10 the percentage of residentialcompletions with a density greater than 30 dphremains high(88%).

Need to develop at densitiesgreater than 30 dph in order toreduce the need to travel andpreserve greenfield land.

This change is outside of the planning systemand therefore journey times to schools will remain

The Wyre Forest Schools Review has had animpact on the distance which some pupils travelto school.

Impact of the Wyre ForestSchools Review on access toeducational facilities and impact greater for some pupils than they were under the

previous three-tier education system.on travel patterns/increasedjourney times.

Even without the plan in place demand for railtravel is likely to grow as the costs of running aprivate car increase.

Kidderminster is the second busiest rail stationin Worcestershire. Significant growth wasrecorded at both Kidderminster and Blakedown

Rapidly increasing growth in railusage at both the District's railinterchanges.

stations between 1994 and 2007 and this trendhas continued to 2010.

Cycling may continue to increase slowly withoutthe plan in place.

2001 census data shows that only 2.19% of theDistrict's working population cycle to work.

Need to provide safe cycleroute networks to increasecycling levels within the District.

Bus patronage is likely to continue to declinewithout the plan in place as bus services haverecently been cut within the District.

WCC statistics show that bus patronage has fallenwithin the District since 2002. There is continueddowngrading of bus services across the Districtin both urban and rural areas.

Importance of safeguarding andenhancing the bus priority routenetwork and the need toenhance public transportinfrastructure.

5.5 The SA Framework, including Objectives, Targets and Indicators

TargetIndicatorsDecision-Making CriteriaSA Objective

Improved Health and Well-Being

Decrease in number of SOAsin most deprived 20%nationally.

IMD health profiles.1. Will it improve access to healthfacilities across the District?

1. To improve thehealth and well-beingof the population andreduce inequalities inhealth. Increase in SOAs in least

deprived 20% nationally.

Increasing trendLife expectancy.2. Will it help to improve quality oflife for local residents?

90%% of new residential developmentwithin 30 minutes public transport

1. Will proposals enhance theprovision of local services andfacilities?

2. To improve thequality of andaccessibility to, travel time of a GP, Hospital,cultural services and Employment, Primary School,

Secondary School, Retail Centre.local services andfacilities.

No decrease% of villages with key facilities, i.e,primary school, post offices, GP, pub,village hall, convenience store.

2. Will it contribute to rural serviceprovision across the District?




90%% of new residential developmentwithin 30 minutes public transporttravel time of a GP or hospital.

3. Will it enhance accessibility toservices by public transport?

Increasing trendNumber of developments (applicationsapproved) which benefit the greeninfrastructure network.

4. Will it enhance accessibility tothe District's countryside bysustainable modes of transport?

60 units per annumNumber of affordable housingcompletions (net of demolitions).

1. Will it provide opportunities toincrease affordable housing levels

3. To provide decent,affordable housing forall, of the right quality within urban and rural areas of the

District? 30%% of housing completions which areaffordable (net of demolitions).

and type, tenure andaffordability for localneeds in a clean, safe

Maintain a balance of housesizes

% of housing completions by size(gross).

2. Will it provide affordable accessto a range of housing tenures andsizes?

and pleasant localenvironment.

30% of completions to beaffordable

% of housing completions by tenure(net of demolitions).

35 pitches by 2026Number of additional gypsy/travellerpitches granted permission.

Awaiting data on need withinthe District - target to be

Number of extra care units completed.

established once information isavailable.

Decreasing trendNumber of residential applicationsrefused as a result of poor quality

3. Does it seek to provide highquality, well-designed residentialenvironments? design.(Using Policy CP11 of the

Adopted Core Strategy).

Increasing trend% of homes constructed to Code level4 and above.

4. Does it provide opportunities forthe construction of sustainablehomes?

Increasing trendLife expectancy.1. Does it seek to enhance theprospects and quality of life ofdisadvantaged communities?

4. To enhance thequality of life for allresidents within theDistrict.

90%% of new residential developmentwithin 30 minutes public transport

2. Does it provide fair access toall members of the community,regardless of social class? travel time of a GP, Hospital,

Employment, Primary School,Secondary School, Retail Centre.


3. Does it promote opportunitiesfor easy access to the District'sgreenspaces?

Community Safety

Increasing trendNI3: Those who have participated ina local area.

1. Does it offer the opportunity toenhance civic pride?

5. To encourage prideand socialresponsibility in the

Average number of neighbour andstatutory consultation letters sent perplanning application.

2. Do proposals offer theopportunity for communityinvolvement?

local community andreduce crime.

Increasing trendNumber of new developmentsincorporating 'Secured by Design'

3. Does it promote the principlesof 'Secured by Design'?

principles. (Major applications - basedon information in Design and AccessStatements).

Better Environment




Increasing trend% of residential apartment and allcommercial developments providing

1. Are opportunities to increaserecycling incorporated intoproposals?

6. To manage wastein accordance withthe waste hierarchy: storage for recycling (permissions

granted).reduce, reuse,recycling and

Decreasing trendVolume of waste collected. (excludingrecycling)(tonnes).

2. Will it reduce waste?composting, recovery,disposal.

Increasing trendVolume of waste recycled. (NI 192).

Decreasing trendDistrict per capita CO2 emissions.1. Will it reduce emissions ofgreenhouse gases?

7. Reducecontributions toclimate change and

Increasing trend% of homes built to Code level 4 orabove.

2. Will it use sustainableconstruction methods?

promote energyefficiency and energygenerated from

Increasing trendNumber of major new developmentsincorporating on-site renewable energygeneration.

3. Will it encourage opportunitiesfor the production of renewableenergy?

renewable andlow-carbon sources.

Increasing trendAverage energy rating of new housing.4. Will it promote greater energyefficiency?

93% by 2026% of residential completions withinKidderminster, Stourport-on-Severnand Bewdley.

1. Will it reduce the need to travel?8. To reduce the needto travel and movetowards moresustainable travelmodes. 90%% of new residential development

within 30 minutes public transporttravel time of a GP, Hospital,Employment, Primary School,Secondary School, Retail Centre.

2. Will it provide opportunities toincrease sustainable modes oftravel and reduce congestion?

Increasing trendNumber of developments grantedpermission providing cycle parking.

100%Number of major developmentsgranted permission which incorporatetravel plans.

93% by 2026% of residential completions withinKidderminster, Stourport-on-Severnand Bewdley.

3. Does it focus development inexisting centres and make use ofexisting infrastructure to reducethe need to travel?

Decreasing trendNumber of AQMAs and areas of airquality concern within the District.

1. Will it provide opportunities toreduce the District's Air Quality

9. Protect the use ofwater, soil and air,

Monitoring Areas and other areasof concern?

whilst maintaining orimproving theirquality.

Decreasing trendNumber of AQMAs and areas of airquality concern within the District.

2. Will it improve air quality acrossthe District?

80%% of new permissions incorporatingSuDS.

3. Will it provide opportunities toimprove water quality?

Increasing trend% of new permissions incorporatingrain-water harvesting/water efficiencymeasures.

4. Will it encourage measures toimprove water efficiency in newdevelopment, refurbishment andredevelopment?

Decreasing trendNumber of new residentialdevelopments(permissions given)

1. Does it protect the floodplainfrom development?

10. Ensuredevelopment does not

where any part of site is located in theflood plain (Zone 2 and 3) .

occur in high-riskflood prone areas anddoes not adversely




Decreasing trendNew residential granted permission inflood zones 2 &3 / All new residentialpermissions granted.

contribute to fluvialflood risks orcontribute to surfacewater flooding in allother areas. 0Number of planning permissions

granted contrary to EA advice.2. Does it take account of all typesof flooding?

80%% of new permissions incorporatingSUDS.

3. Does it reduce the risk offlooding in existing developedareas?


4. Does it promote SustainableDrainage Systems?

Decreasing trendNumber of applications refused as aresult of poor quality design. (Using

1. Will it achieve high quality,sustainable design for buildings,

11. Protect, enhanceand manage the

Policy CP11 of the Adopted CoreStrategy).

spaces and the public realm whichis sensitive to the locality?

character andappearance of thelandscape and

Number of applications refused inConservation Areas. (Using CAPolicies in Adopted Local Plan).

2. Will it enhance the District'sConservation Areas?

townscape,maintaining andstrengthening localdistinctiveness andsense of place. Number of planning permissions

granted in Conservation Areas. (UsingCA Policies in Adopted Local Plan).

Increasing trendNumber of new records added to theHER.

3. Does this preserve andenhance the historic character ofthe landscape and townscape?

Number of Listed Building consentsgranted.

0Number of applications approvedcontrary to Natural Englandrecommendation.

1. Will it help to safeguard theDistrict's biodiversity andgeodiversity?

12. To conserve andenhance the District'sbiodiversity andgeodiversity.

Decreasing trendNumber of applications refusedbecause of their potential impact onbiodiversity/geodiversity.

Improvement in conditionCondition of SSSIs.2. Will it provide opportunities toenhance local


biodiversity/geodiversity in bothurban and rural areas?

No decreaseChange in areas of biodiversityimportance.

3. Will it protect sites designatedfor nature conservation?

Increasing trendProportion of Local Sites wherepositive conservation managementhas been or is beingimplemented(NI197).

Increase in targets beingachieved

Achievement of Biodiversity ActionPlan targets.

4. Will it help to achieve targetsset out in the Biodiversity ActionPlan?

Increase in remediated landAmount of land that has beeninvestigated and remediated.

5. Will it provide opportunities toinvestigate/remediate potentialcontamination?

0Number of demolition consents (ListedBuildings)

1. Will it preserve, protect andenhance conservation areas,

13. Conserve andenhance the historicand built environment listed buildings, archaeological




Decreasing trendNumber of demolition consents(Conservation Areas) using Policy CA2Adopted Local Plan.

remains, historic parks andgardens and their settings andother features and areas ofhistoric and cultural value?

through consideratesiting and design andthrough respectingarchitectural, culturaland archaeologicalheritage. Decreasing trendNumber of buildings on the national

and local Buildings At Risk Registers.2. Will it help safeguard theDistrict's Listed, Locally Listed andother historic buildings?

100%% of Conservation Areas withConservation Area Appraisalscompleted/updated within the last 5years.

3. Will it improve and broadenaccess to and understanding of,local heritage, historic sites, areasand buildings?

100%% of Conservation Areas withManagement Planscompleted/updated within the last 5years.

Increasing trendNumber of derelict buildings broughtback into use.

4. Will it help to realise thephysical, social, economic andenvironmental value of the historicenvironment in the regenerationof the District?

To be developed.1. Will it safeguard the District'smineral resources?

14. Ensure efficientuse of land throughthe safeguarding of

NoneAmount of best and most versatileagricultural land lost to builtdevelopment.

2. Will it help to protect theDistrict's agricultural land fromadverse developments?

mineral reserves, thebest and mostversatile agriculturalland and greenfield

Decreasing trendNumber of planning permissionsgranted in the Green Belt. (Using GBPolicies in Adopted Local Plan).

3. Will it preserve the openness ofthe Green Belt?

land; and maximisethe use of previouslydeveloped land.

0Number of hectares of open space andrecreational/amenity space lost todevelopment.

4. Will it protect and enhance theDistrict's open spaces ofrecreational and amenity value?

93% by 2026% of new residential completionslocated in Kidderminster andStourport-on-Severn.

1. Does it focus development inthe town centres of Kidderminsterand Stourport-on-Severn?

15. To promote theregeneration ofKidderminster andStourport-on-Severn.

93% by 2026% of new residential completionslocated on brownfield land in

2. Does it encourage the re-use ofexisting buildings and brownfield

Kidderminster andStourport-on-Severn.

sites in Kidderminster andStourport-on-Severn?


1. Does it promote developmentthat is adaptable to and suitablefor predicted changes in climate?

16. Mitigate againstthe unavoidablenegative impacts ofclimate change.


2. Does it promote land uses thatare suitable for the predictedchanges in the District's climate?

Decreasing trendNumber of noise pollution complaints.1. Does it mitigate against noisepollution?

17. Reduce noise andlight pollution.

Decreasing trendNumber of light pollution complaintsreceived.

2. Does it mitigate against lightpollution?

Greater Learning and Prosperity

Increasing trend% of school leavers with 5 A*-Cgrades.

1. Will it provide opportunities tofurther develop adult and

18. To raise the skillslevels and




Increasing trend% of the District's working agepopulation qualified to NVQ level 4 orhigher.

community learning facilities withinthe District?

qualifications of theworkforce.

100%% of LDF consultations carried out inaccordance with the SCI.

1. Do proposals incorporateconsultation with localcommunities?

19. To consultcommunities inaccordance with theSCI, providing

Increasing trendNumber of consultation responsesreceived on LDF documents.

2. Are proposals transparent andopen to the public?

opportunities toparticipate in andcontribute to the


3. Will it offer people the chanceto directly affect decisions in theirlocality?

decisions that affecttheir neighbourhoodand quality of life.


4. Does it promote communityengagement?

Shared Prosperity

Increasing trendNumber of VAT registered businesseswithin the area.

1. Will it help enhance theDistrict's economy?

20. Create andmaintain a diverse,knowledge-driven

Decreasing trendUnemployment levels if Oldington andFoley Park and Broadwaters wards.

2. Will it help reduceunemployment in Oldington and

economy, ensuring allhave the benefits,urban and rural. Foley Park and Broadwaters

wards?

Increasing trendNumber of VAT registered businessesin rural areas.

2. Will it contribute towards ruralregeneration?

Decreasing trendDe-registrations of VAT registeredbusinesses in the area.

3. Will it provide opportunities forbusinesses to develop andenhance their competitiveness?

Increasing trendNumber of bed spaces developed(Hotels and Guest Houses).

4. Will it support sustainabletourism?

Increasing trendNumber of tourism related jobs.

7,000sq m by 2016New retail development within or onthe edge of primary shopping area(Kidderminster andStourport-on-Severn) (permissionsgranted).

5. Will it support the shoppinghierarchy?

25,000sq m by 2026

Increasing trendNet new retail floorspace completed(sq m).

Increasing trend% of employment land developed onbrownfield land (permissions granted).

1. Does it encourage innovativeand environmentally friendlytechnologies?

21. Promote andsupport thedevelopment of new

Increasing trendNumber of B1 completions.technologies, of highvalue and low impact,especially resourceefficient technologiesand environmentaltechnology initiatives.

5.5.1 When testing the options against the SA Framework, it has been assumed that 800mequates to a 10 minute walk time. The distance have been measured using GIS. ForKidderminster, the town centre has been defined as the Town Hall. Sources of informationused to carry out the appraisal have included bus maps, SHLAA site assessment sheets, the



Strategic Flood Risk Assessment, the Open Space, Sport and Recreation Assessment andplanning history and land ownership information. A number of specific assumptions have beenapplied to each objective and they are set out below:

5.5.2 Objective 1: The issues considered in relation to health and well-being were travel timeto the nearest GP, to Kidderminster hospital and to Kidderminster town centre. The town centrewas included as it provides a range of health facilities including opticians and dentists as wellas other specialist medical services. The assessment has been carried out on the currentlocation of GP surgeries based on locations mapped on the Council's GIS system. However,there are proposals to relocate Aylmer Lodge Surgery and Northumberland Avenue Surgery toa new development at the Kidderminster Hospital site. Should this development be progressed,the assessment will need to be reconsidered. It was considered that 800m equates to a 10minute walk.

5.5.3 Objective 2: Within Kidderminster, cultural facilities include the Town Hall, library,cinema and the Rose Theatre. In addition, public transport connections to Birmingham andWorcester were considered as part of the assessment of sites in Kidderminster. Access to localservices and facilities included considering walking distance to a local shop/convenience store.It was considered that 800m equates to a 10 minute walk.

5.5.4 Objective 3: This objective considered the delivery of affordable housing. It wasassumed that all sites would need to provide affordable housing in accordance with the policyset out within the Adopted Core Strategy. It is assumed that sites currently owned by WyreForest Community Housing would come forward as 100% affordable housing schemes. Somesites were assumed to provide no affordable housing as they fall below the thresholds set outwithin the Adopted Core Strategy policy.

5.5.5 Objective 4: Considerations for this objective included proximity to open space andrecreational facilities and any loss of open space as a result of developing the site. Open spacesused were those set out within the District Council's Open Space Sport and RecreationAssessment. Access to other facilities including schools and employment is also consideredas part of this objective.

5.5.6 Objective 5: It was assumed that all new developments would include communityconsultation through the planning policy and planning application processes and that all newdevelopments would include measures to design out crime as this is a requirement set outwithin the Adopted Core Strategy.

5.5.7 Objective 6: It was assumed that all new development would include wastemanagementmeasures in accordance with the Adopted Core Strategy. Where buildings exist on a site it isassumed that demolition waste will be reused as far as possible. In some instances it is assumedthat a building will be converted; this is usually where the building is of historic interest. In orderto determine whether a building was of historic interest information from national and locallistings was used as well as the judgement of the District Council's Conservation Officer.

5.5.8 Objective 7: It was assumed that all new homes would provide 10% of required energyfrom renewable or low-carbon sources in accordance with the Adopted Core Strategy policy.It was also assumed that greenfield sites offered the potential to deliver greater levels ofrenewable energy because of lower development costs resulting from not having to addressdemolition or contamination issues. It was also assumed that the largest sites offered theopportunity to deliver greater levels of renewable or low-carbon energy through economies of



scale. Where the assumption has been made that a site is for 100% affordable housing, it isalso assumed that these would be built to Code Level 4 of the Code for Sustainable Homes inline with national funding requirements.

5.5.9 Objective 8: The assessment for this objective is based on current bus routes and theassumption that 800m is 10 minutes walk time. Bus routes were taken from the County Council'sbus route maps. Proximity to rail services and town centres is also considered under thisobjective.

5.5.10 Objective 9: Considerations for this objective included whether or not the site is withinor adjacent to an AQMA and any loss of trees/woodland which could reduce air quality. AQMAswere taken from the District Council's GIS records. Information relating to potential loss of treecover was taken from the District Council's aerial photography and site visits. It is assumedthat where there are known to have been industrial processes taking place on sites that theremay be contamination issues. It is also assumed that these will be remediated as a requirementof any development on-site. It is difficult to know exactly what land is contaminated as oftenthis only becomes apparent through planning applications, therefore, assumptions have beenmade based on known previous activities. Where land is known to be sued for agriculturalpurposes it is assumed that agricultural soils will be lost as a result of development. The SAhas not considered the the need for developments to achieve higher than CSH Level 4 for waterefficiency. Information relating to impact on water quality has been taken from the Water CycleStrategy where possible and for those sites not included within the Water Cycle Strategy,assumptions have been made based on the information available.

5.5.11 Objective 10: The assessment for this objective was based on the assumption thatthat all new development would provide SUDS in accordance with policies set out within theAdopted Core Strategy. Considerations included whether or not the site is within the floodplainbased on the Strategic Flood Risk Assessment and the sequential test has been used to informassessments. The capacity of wastewater collection and treatment facilities has been includedwithin the assessment and information on this has been taken from the Water Cycle Strategy.

5.5.12 Objective 11: It has been assumed that Listed Buildings will be retained.Considerations included impact on townscape of the loss of any buildings to be demolished,impact of adding a new building where one did not exist before and the impact of intensificationof development on the area where it was assumed that new development would be higherdensity than existing.

5.5.13 Objective 12: Assessment against this objective considered loss of open space/naturalfeatures which may have an impact on biodiversity and it considered the potential of newdevelopment to provide biodiversity features. The assessment also made assumptions aboutthe biodiversity of brownfield sites based on information provided by Worcestershire WildlifeTrust as part of the SHLAA assessments. The proximity to designated sites has also informedthe assessments.

5.5.14 Objective 13:Assessment against this objective considered the loss of historic buildingsand the loss of features which would impact on the setting of a Listed Building or a ConservationArea. It was assumed that Listed Buildings would be retained. Information on ConservationAreas and Listed Buildings was take from the Council's GIS records. The assessment alsoconsiders proximity to other historic assets such as Scheduled Monuments, Registered Parksand Gardens and Registered Battlefields.



5.5.15 Objective 14: The assessment of options against this objective considered whetherthe site was greenfield or brownfield. The definition used was that set out within PPS3 (June2010) and as such, gardens associated with existing residential development were consideredto be greenfield. Information from the SHLAA which was based on aerial photography and sitevisits was used to help determine whether sites were greenfield or brownfield. The objectivealso looked at the agricultural land classification of the site to determine whether or not it isconsidered to be Best and Most Versatile Agricultural Land. Information on agricultural landclassifications was taken from the Governments resource MAGIC and is held on the DistrictCouncil's GIS records. The assessment also considered whether or not development wouldhave an adverse impact on the Green Belt or any open space identified through the OpenSpace, Sport and Recreation Assessment.

5.5.16 Objective 15: Assessment against this objective considered whether or not thedevelopment would add vibrancy to Kidderminster town centre by bringing people into the townto live, work, shop or use town centre facilities. It was assumed that if Kidderminster was theclosest service centre to the development or if it provided development within the town centrewhich would encourage people to go into the town centre for example retail or employmentuses then it would have a positive impact. Where greenfield sites are proposed it is assumedthat this would have a detrimental impact on the strategy to regenerate brownfield sites and inturn Kidderminster town centre.

5.5.17 Objective 16: There was an assumption that all new development will provide SUDSand adhere to the Delivering Sustainable Development Standards policy set out within theAdopted Core Strategy. It is assumed that affordable housing will be required to deliver CSHLevel 4 in line with national funding requirements.

5.5.18 Objective 17: Assessment against this objective includes consideration of the impactof street lighting and the impact of additional noise arising from residential development andassociated traffic. It was assumed that all new development would have street lighting andgenerate a certain amount of noise. Information on current land uses based on aerialphotography, local knowledge and site visits was used in determining whether noise and lightinglevels would increase.

5.5.19 Objective 18: This objective considers the impact of development on educationalfacilities within the District. Assessment against this objective also considers the loss ofemployment land as it is considered that this will lead to loss of employment opportunities andpotentially a loss of workplace training opportunities. Information from the Employment LandAvailability Assessment was used.

5.5.20 Objective 20: Assessment against this objective considers the loss of employmentland. Information from the Employment Land Availability Assessment was used. The assessmentalso considers the potential for delivery of new employment land as well as the potential tosupport tourism development and the location of new retail development.

5.5.21 Objective 21: Assessment against this objective considered the extent to whichproposals for the site will support high-technology industries.

Conflicts Between SA Objectives

5.5.22 Testing of the SA objectives against each other can also be found in Appendix C ofthe report.A number of internal conflicts have also been discovered.



5.5.23 As discussed above, SA Objective 15 regarding the regeneration of the town centre,could have a potential conflict with Objectives 10 and 12 dealing with flood risk and biodiversity.However these issues could be resolved with the appropriate mitigation measures requirethrough planning policies.

5.5.24 There has also been a potential conflict identified between those objectives promotingdevelopment and activity (e.g. 3 and 15) with Objective 17 regarding reducing noise and lightpollution. However, as this area is largely a town centre urban environment, it is unlikely thatthere would be significant disturbances. The greatest risk is potentially with the promoting of amix of uses. However, policy safeguards could be put in place to ensure uses are compatibleand considerate to each other.



6 Plan Issues and Options

6.1 Main Strategic Options and How They Were Identified

6.1.1 The options set out within the KCAAP have been identified from a number of pieces ofwork. The residential sites have been identified through the SHLAA where officers identifiedpotential sites and a consultation period was held for landowners and members of the publicto suggest sites which they felt should be considered. A number of additional potential residentialsites were also suggested through the Issues and Options consultation and through on-goingconsultation on the LDF.

6.1.2 The Employment Land Review has considered all of the current employment sites withinthe District and has recommended which sites should remain in employment use and whichcould be considered for alternative uses. Those sites which are currently being used asemployment sites and are recommended to remain in employment use have not been testedagainst the SA Framework. Where the Employment Land Review recommended that a site beconsidered for alternative uses, the sustainability of residential uses at these sites has beentested using the SA Framework.

6.1.3 All open space sites have been identified through the Open Space, Sport and RecreationAssessment (October 2008) and this study recommended that all sites identified within the auditbe safeguarded from development. The District also has a number of National Nature Reserves,Sites of Special Scientific Interest, Local Nature Reserves, Special Wildlife Sites and LocalGeological Sites. All of these sites will be identified and safeguarded through both the SiteAllocations and Policies DPD and the KCAAP but these sites have not been tested against theSA Framework.

6.1.4 The policy options have been developed over a period of time by Wyre Forest DistrictCouncil, in consultation with the public and other stakeholders. In January 2009, an Issues andOptions Paper set out a range of issues to be addressed in the DPD, and posed a number ofpossible options to address those issues. The Issues and Options Paper describes in detailthe nature of each issue to be addressed and the rationale by which the proposed options havebeen arrived at, and was published for public consultation and comments invited. In May 2011,a Preferred Options Paper was published for consultation, which set out the District Council’spreferred options for addressing the various issues identified.

6.1.5 The SA has appraised a series of policy options relevant to a range of issues. Thereason these options were chosen is because they are the options that have been identified bythe Issues and Options Paper, and where relevant have been amended or supplemented bythe Preferred Options Paper. Account has also been taken of responses to the publicconsultations on the Issues and Options and Preferred Options Papers, and where consulteeshave suggested other options these have been included. The detailed rationale for choosingthe various options can be found in the KCAAP Issues and Options Paper dated January 2009.

Conflicts between SA Objectives and KCAAP Objectives

6.1.6 The full results of the testing of the KCAAP objectives can be viewed in Appendix C ofthis report. Through the testing it is apparent that there is some potential conflict between theobjectives of the KCAAP and the objectives set out in the SA. However, in most cases it is feltthat the implementation of appropriate mitigation measures will over come these issues.


Plan Issues and Options6

Furthermore, these mitigation measures are largely requirements set out in the policies withinthe DPD to ensure that they are applied. In most respects that objectives of the KCAAP arecomplimentary to those in the SA.

6.1.7 SA Objective 10, regarding development in high-risk flood prone areas, is a particularpoint of potential conflict as many of the town's key development sites are adjacent to thewaterways and in flood zone areas. A key objective of the KCAAP to enhance the environmentof the River Stour and would look to development of sites alongside it to deliver theseimprovements. This brings in the question the flood risk posed upon any development. However,Adopted Core Strategy Policy CP02 already sets out a policy addressing flood risk and policiesin the KCAAP will highlight the need for flood mitigation at site specific level. Therefore it is feltthat this conflict can be adequately tackled.

6.1.8 SA Objective 12, regarding the conservation of biodiversity, is another potential areaof conflict. In Kidderminster, the canal and river corridors are both important biodiversity corridors.The KCAAP objective to enhance these natural assets and make themmore prominent featuresin the town brings a potential conflict with this. Developing areas adjacent to the waterwayscould disturb biodiversity and decrease their environmental quality. However, it is important thatpolicies within the KCAAP ensure that new developments protect and enhance the biodiversityvalue, particularly along the River Stour. In this respect, biodiversity could actually be improved.

6.2 Comparison of the Social, Environmental and Economic Effects of the Options

6.2.1 The following tables provide a summary of the full testing of aims and objectives, theproposed sites and the policy options set out within the KCAAP Issues and Options paper. ItThe full testing tables can be viewed in Appendix C and D of this document.

6.2.2 For each site there is a brief summary of the potential positive and negative impactsthat were identified when testing against the sustainability objectives. Each site is then rankedin relation to its suitability as a residential development allocation. The Policy option tables aresplit into different themes and contain the different options that were considered within them.For each option a brief summary of the findings after testing is given. The tables also includea reference which directs the reader to the appropriate part of the Issues and Options paperwhere the options are identified.

6.2.3 The testing carried out resulted in the selection of options and sites to be taken forwardand explains why some why some have been eliminated. This is expanded on further in section6.4 of this document.

Aims and Objectives Testing

NegativeImpactsPositive Impacts

Issues andOptionsReference

KCAAP Aims

None identified.Would promote the regeneration of Kidderminsterand encourage economic growth and diversity

Chapter 1 - LocalDevelopment

Context

To maximise the economic vitality of centralKidderminster whilst enhancing theenvironment of the area as a place to live. of economy. Promotes high quality design and

attractive urban and natural environments.

Para. 1.8 None identified.Would promote the regeneration of Kidderminsterand encourage economic growth and diversity

To help make Kidderminster the premierdestination of choice for shopping and


6Plan Issues and Options

NegativeImpactsPositive Impacts

Issues andOptionsReference

KCAAP Aims

of economy. Would help to promoteKidderminster a tourist destination.

entertainment for all residents within WyreForest District and the surrounding ruralcatchment area.

Negative ImpactsPositive ImpactsIssues andOptionsReference

KCAAP Objectives

None identified.Would promote the regeneration of Kidderminster andencourage economic growth and diversity of economy.

Chapter 1 -Local

DevelopmentContext

Maximise the economic potential ofthe town centre including shopping,the evening and visitor economy,and office space.

Could potential createmore noise and light

This could help improve the quality of the environmentin the town and form part of quality residential

Release the potential of the area'scanalside setting.

Para. 1.9

pollution onto thecanal.

developments. Would increase activity onto the canaland improve natural surveillance and communitysafety. This could also encourage more visitors intothe town.

Could potential createmore noise and light

This could help improve the quality of the environmentin the town and form part of quality residential

Open up the river Stour to create anenhanced biodiversity potential andenvironmental setting. pollution onto the

canal.developments. Would provide the opportunity toenhance the riverside environment and its biodiversitypotential.

None identified.Improve the attractiveness of the town centreenvironment and encourage more visitors and

Improve the environment byenhancing streets and spaces forpeople. businesses. Better use of town centre space could

offer multi-functional use for cultural events.

None identified.Increase walking and cycling around the town andcontribute towards a more attractive public realm. This

Connect and integrate the maindevelopments and environmentalassets. would also improve natural surveillance and community

safety.

None identified.Would promote the regeneration of Kidderminster andencourage economic growth and diversity of economy.

Provide a framework for proactivetown centre management.

Sites Testing

Reasons for AllocationRank(1)Negative ImpactsPositive Impacts

Issuesand

OptionsReference

Site

Located as part of a widerEaster Gateway

1Conversion of LocallyListed Building/retention

Very good access to services andfacilities. No AQMA or flooding

Chapter 7 -Site

Appraisals

H025: KTC3WorcesterStreet regeneration area.of facade could limitissues. Opportunity to secure the

Secure locally listedopportunities forrenewable energy.

future of a Locally Listed Building.Brownfield site. Significant building on a gateway

into the town centre.contribution to the regeneration ofKidderminster.

Allocated for a potentialmix of uses as part of

1Conversion of LocallyListed Building could


H026: RockWorks, ParkLane wider Park Street/Park

Lane regeneration area.limit opportunities forrenewable energy.

issues. Positive impact ontownscape and opportunity to securethe future of a Locally ListedBuilding. Brownfield site.




Issuesand

OptionsReference

Site

Allocated to secureredevelopment of keycanalside site.

2Flood zone 2 and 3affects edge of site.Relocation of existingbusiness?

Very good access to services andfacilities. No AQMA issues. Positiveimpact on townscape. Brownfieldsite. Potential to improve thecanalside.

H027: TimberYard, Park Lane

Allocated to improvequality of urban

2Loss of existingbusinesses.


Chapter 7 -Site

Appraisals

H039:CombertonPlace environment and reuse of

largely vacant site.issues. Positive impact ontownscape. Brownfield site.

Not-allocated forresidential to protect foremployment uses.

2Loss of employment andtraining opportunities.Loss of existing

Very good access to services andfacilities. Potential to improve wildlifecorridor. Opportunity to improve

H040: LongMeadow Mills,Dixon Street

businesses. Floodingissues.

setting of Locally Listed Building.Brownfield site. Could reducenoise.

Not-allocated forresidential to protect foremployment uses.

2Loss of employment andtraining opportunities.Loss of existingbusinesses.

Very good access to services andfacilities. No AQMA or floodingissues. Potential to improvestreetscene and setting of Locally

H046 (EMP 7.2)IndustrialEstate, ParkLane

Listed Buildings ('Dolls Houses').Potential to improve Special WildlifeSite.

Allocated for a potentialmix of uses as part of

2Relocation of existingbusinesses.


Chapter 7 -Site

Appraisals

H047 (EMP 7.1)IndustrialEstate, ParkStreet

wider Park Street/ParkLane regeneration area.

issues. Potential to improvestreetscene and setting ofneighbouring historic cottages.

Not specifically allocatedto allow for mix of uses to

2Possible loss of shopsalthough a mixed use


H051: 100-102Comberton Hill

support neighbourhoodcentre.

scheme could preventthis.

issues. Potential to improve gatewaysite. Brownfield site. Couldincorporate existing retail units.

Allocated. No constraints.1Auction rooms wouldneed to be relocated.


H052:Kidderminster

issues. Potential to improvestreetscene. Brownfield site.

MarketAuctions,CombertonPlace

Allocated as a part of theChurchfields Masterplan

1AQMA issues butpotential to address this

Very good access to services andfacilities. No flooding issues.

Chapter 7 -Site

Appraisals

H053 (EMP 5.1)ChurchfieldsBusiness Park, area - housing led

regeneration area.through comprehensiveredevelopment of the

Potential to address AQMA.Potential to improve streetscene andClensmore

Street area. Relocation ofexisting uses?

create a high quality townscape.Brownfield site.



Very good access to services andfacilities. Potential to improve

H054 (EMP 5.2)Georgian

area - housing ledregeneration area.

through comprehensiveredevelopment of the

streetscene. Brownfield site.Potential to improve Special Wildlife

Carpets,ClensmoreStreet area. Flood zone 2Site and Site of Special Scientific

affects a small area ofthe site.

Interest. Would contribute to theregeneration of Kidderminster.

Not specifically allocatedto allow for mix of uses tosupport local retail area.

2Part of the site is withinthe floodplain. Site iscurrently an operational

Good access to services andfacilities on foot and by publictransport. Redevelopment offers the

H055: BT MillStreet

business andopportunity to improve theredevelopment couldstreetscene and the River Stour

SWS. increase noise and lightpollution.




Issuesand

OptionsReference

Site



Very good access to services andfacilities. Potential to improve

H070 (EMP13.2) Lime Kiln

area - housing ledregeneration area.

through comprehensiveredevelopment of the

streetscene. Brownfield site.Potential to improve Special Wildlife

Bridge,ClensmoreStreet area. Flood zone 2Site. Would contribute to the

regeneration of Kidderminster. affects a small area ofthe site. Relocation ofexisting businesses.

Allocated to ensure reuseof locally listed building.

2Entire site is within floodzone 3.

Very good access to services andfacilities. No AQMA issues.

Chapter 7 -Site

Appraisals

H073: FrankStones, GreenStreet Potential to improve the streetscene

and the setting of a Locally ListedBuilding and to improve adjacentSpecial Wildlife Site.

Allocated for a potentialmix of uses, to enhance

3Site is within flood zone2. Existing Council

Very good access to services andfacilities. No AQMA issues.Potential to improve the streetscene.

H083: Depot,Green Street

urban design andhighway layout.

depot would need to berelocated.

Allocated for a mix ofuses to enhance setting

2Site is within flood zones2 and 3.

Very good access to services andfacilities. No AQMA issues.Potential to improve the streetscene.

H098: Carters,New Road

of canal and river andconservation area. Floodrisk can be mitigatedagainst.

Not specifically allocated.2Partially within floodzone 3.


Chapter 7 -Site

Appraisals

H103: Siteopposite 40Park Lane Potential to improve the streetscene.

Brownfield site.


3Entire site within eitherflood zone 2 or 3. Would

Very good access to services andfacilities. No AQMA issues.Brownfield site.

H113: Netto,New Road

of canal and river andreduce the retail offerconservation area. Floodwithin Kidderminster andrisk can be mitigatedagainst.

could lead to a loss ofemploymentopportunities.


2Entire site within eitherflood zone 2 or 3.


H135: Bed CityMCF Complex,New Road of canal and river andPotential to improve streetscene.

Potential to improve Special Wildlife conservation area. FloodPossible loss of CastleMills.Site and retain Castle Mills.

Brownfield site.risk can be mitigatedagainst.

Allocated for a mix ofuses as part of the

1Very good access to services andfacilities. No AQMA or flooding

H146:Cheshires Site,Coventry Street Eastern Gateway area.issues. Potential to improve

Improve urban designstreetscene, landmark site.and the environment ofthe town.

Brownfield site. Would aidregeneration of Kidderminster.


3Site is adjacent to anAQMA. Loss of

Very good access to services andfacilities. No flooding issues. AQMA

H148: CMS CarShowroom,Churchfields area - housing led

regeneration area.businesses could lead toa loss of employmentopportunities.

could be addressed throughcomprehensive redevelopment ofthe area. Potential to improvestreetscene. Brownfield site. Wouldaid the regeneration ofKidderminster.

1. 1 - Considered to be suitable for residential allocation.2 - Considered to be suitable for residential allocation subject to identified difficultiesbeing overcome.3 - Could be suitable for residential allocation. However, sites in category 1 and 2 should be allocated first.



Options Testing

Issue: Housing Density and Type

SA CommentsIssues andOptionsReference

Policy Option

This option would help improve access to services and facilities, includinghealth care facilities and it will help to provide a range of housing types. It could

Chapter 5

Concentrate mixed-usedevelopment formatsincorporating new homes in thecentral part of town.

help to introduce natural surveillance to the town centre and reduce anti-socialbehaviour and would reduce the need to travel. The option would focus

Options 1 - Housingin the KCAAP area

development of brownfield sites, thus safeguarding greenfield land fromdevelopment and would aid the regeneration of Kidderminster. The optionmay have a detrimental impact on the historic environment but this woulddepend on the exact location of sites and it could be overcome through gooddesign.

This option would help improve access to services and facilities, includinghealth care facilities. The option would limit the type of accommodation on

Chapter 5

Recognise the constraints ofmany town centre sites willlead to the development ofapartments.

offer within the town centre. It could help to introduce natural surveillance tothe town centre and reduce anti-social behaviour and would reduce the need

Options 2 - HousingDensity and Type

to travel. The option would focus development of brownfield sites, thussafeguarding greenfield land from development and would aid the regenerationof Kidderminster. The option may have a detrimental impact on the historicenvironment but this would depend on the exact location of sites and it couldbe overcome through good design.

The need for parking is likely to detract from the objective to reduce the needto travel and also to reduce contributions to climate change.

Chapter 5Recognise that, in theKidderminster central Area,there will be a need for Options 2 - Housing

Density and Typededicated car-parking for newhomes.

The viability of certain sites in the town centre is lowered due to the challengesand abnormal costs of developing the site. This option would potentially limitChapter 5

Recognise the specificeconomic challenges ofredeveloping the town centre the amount of affordable housing delivered to offset developer costs. However,

not recognising these constraints could lead to sites not being delivered at all.Options 3 -Affordable Housing

sites when assessing thedevelopment of new homeswithin the town centre ring roadand the environment of ParkLane (north).

This option would ensure that there is a range of housing types available withinthe KCAAP area and would assist in the regeneration of Kidderminster bydeveloping mixed communities.

Chapter 5


Deliver a mix of densities andtypes elsewhere within KCAAPincluding Churchfields.

This option would ensure that there is a range of housing types available withinthe KCAAP area and would assist in the regeneration of Kidderminster bydeveloping mixed communities.

Chapter 5


Deliver housing in both thetown centre and elsewherewithin the KCAAP area.

Issue: Affordable Housing


Policy Option

These policy options were put forward at a time where the Adopted Core Strategywas proposing 40% affordable housing. However, after undertaking viability

Chapter 5Recognise that the constraints ofmany town centre sites will leadto the development of apartments work the level of affordable housing was set at 30% through the Adopted CoreOptions 3 -

AffordableHousing

and many of these will not bestandard sizes or shapes and do



Issue: Affordable Housing


Policy Option

not lend themselves to standardhousing formats.

Strategy. It is considered that given the drop in the District-wide affordablehousing requirement, it is no longer appropriate to consider a lower level forspecific parts of the District, having said this, where it is demonstrated that sites

Recognise the specific economicchallenges of redeveloping town

are not viable at 30% the District Council will be prepared to enter intonegotiations on a site-by-site basis.

centre sites when assessing thelevel of affordable housingprovision within the town centrering road and the environment ofPark Lane (north) i.e 30%

Deliver a mix of types and tenureand up to 40% affordable housingelsewhere within KCAAPincluding Churchfields

The current 30% policy onaffordable housing is suitable forresidential development in theKCAAP area.

Issue: Employment Uses


Policy Option

This option would create employment opportunities and potentially improve theskills and qualifications of residents through job-based training. However, not

Chapter 5

Within the KCAAP area the focusshould be on new retail,commercial, leisure and officedevelopments and notB1(c)/B2/B8 land uses.

allowing light industrial within the action plan area may restrict the jobopportunities available and may increase the need to travel as these jobs locateaway from the town centre.

Options 4 -Employment

Uses

Allowing light industrial within the KCAAP area could reduce the need to travelby car as the area is accessible by foot and public transport.

Should Light industrial uses beretained within the KCAAP.

Allowing office development outside the KCAAP area would be detrimental tothe aims to regenerate the town centre. It would also mean locating offices in

Allow office development outsidethe KCAAP area (i.e. The SREC).

places less accessible to public transport and therefore not as environmentallysustainable.

Issue: Retail


Policy Option

This option would allow additional capacity for retail growth which could contributeto the towns economy. It would contribute to the regeneration of a key area of

Chapter 5

Include Bromsgrove Street in thePrimary Shopping Area.

the town - the Easter Gateway. It would also allow for the redevelopment on areawith a poor urban environment.

Options 5 -Town CentreDefinitions

This option does not promote town centre development and would greatly reducethe capacity for retail growth. It would also not be in support of the aspiration toregeneration the Eastern Gateway area of the town.

Do not include Bromsgrove Streetin the primary Shopping Area.

This option possibly may stretch the retail offer of the town and undermine thecentre.

Use theWYG proposed extensionto the Primary Shopping Area.



Issue: Retail


Policy Option

This option would have a negative impact on the regeneration of the town andthe town centre in particular as it would stretch the retail offer of the town andundermine the retail offer of the centre.

Include Morrisons within thePrimary Shopping Area.

This option would allow additional capacity for retail growth which could contributeto the towns economy. It would contribute to the regeneration of a key area of

Primary Shopping Area as definedin the Preferred Option.

the town - the Easter Gateway. It would also allow for the redevelopment on areawith a poor urban environment. It would also allow for retail growth at WeaversWharf, which is already an important retail area.

Issue: Mixed Use


Policy Option

Mixed use development could reduce the need to travel and improve access toservices and facilities. It would also help to regenerate Kidderminster byChapter 5

Do you think that it is appropriateto encourage mixed usedevelopment within the centralarea?

improving the vitality of the town centre and increasing passive surveillancethroughout the evening.Options 7 -

Mixed uses This option could have a negative impact on crime/safety as single uses do notprovide activity at all times of the day and night. It could also have sustainableoptions by increasing peoples need to travel.

Do not promote mixed usedevelopment within the centralarea.

Issue: Economics


Policy Option

Delivering new community infrastructure will reduce the need to travel and willimprove quality of life by improving access to services and facilities.

Chapter 5

Recognise the importance of retailand housing as enablingdevelopment for wider

Options 11 -Economics

regeneration and communityinfrastructure.

This option would be detrimental to improving quality of life, reducing the needto travel and securing the regeneration of Kidderminster. It would not contributetowards improving access to services and facilities.

Reduce and limit ambitions fornew and improved communityinfrastructure.

This option would reduce the need to travel and create employment and learningopportunities. It would help to support and promote the regeneration ofKidderminster.

Continue to diversify the economicbase of Kidderminster and createdevelopment opportunities forcreative industries and media inthe Green Street area.

This option would help to support regeneration and would help to deliveremployment and education opportunities within the town and could also improveaccess to services and facilities.

Work with partners to identify othersources of funding and throughthe promotion of 'ConnectingKidderminster' the prospectus forregeneration.



Issue: Urban Environment


Policy Option

This option would ensure that people have high quality places to live and thatthe townscape is enhanced.

Chapter 5

Create a sense of enclosure andensure that backs of buildings donot face onto the pedestrianenvironment.

Options 12 -Urban

Environment

This option would improve quality of life and assist with the regeneration ofKidderminster.

Enhance the quality of thestreetscape through thede-cluttering of street furniture,the re-paving of footpaths, and theinclusion of more urban greenery.

This option would improve the townscape and would aid the regeneration ofKidderminster. It would also have a positive impact on quality of life.

Refurbish existing poor qualitybuildings to provide a moreattractive frontage.

This option would improve the townscape and would aid the regeneration ofKidderminster. It would also have a positive impact on quality of life.

Promote high quality design andworkmanship on any futuredevelopment.

Issue: Character and Place Identity


Policy Option

This option could improve the townscape and have a positive impact on qualityof life. It will also contribute to local distinctiveness and creating a sense ofplace.

Chapter 5

Options 13 -Culture andPlace Identity

Could public art play a major rolein the town centre renaissanceand help to create a greater senseof place and identity?

This option could reduce opportunities to increase civic pride and sense of place.Should no further public art beincluded within the the towncentre?

Issue: Open Space


Policy Option

More public open space within the town centre could have positive impacts onhealth and well-being and could improve the townscape. It could also contribute

Chapter 5

Do you agree that there is a lackof public open spaces within thetown centre? Would you like tosee more?

to regeneration and improve the town centre economy by attracting more visitorsand encouraging them to stay for longer. It could also improve opportunitiesfor biodiversity within the town centre.

Options 14 -Open Space

These spaces could both make high quality public open spaces and are locatedin accessible parts of the town centre.

What is your opinion on thepotential of the Bull Ring and theTown Hall areas to be public openspaces?

Creating a town park which is within easy access of the town centre couldimprove health and well-being, enhance the townscape and improveopportunities for biodiversity. It could also help to reduce anti-social behaviour.

With a bridge across the canal toPark Lane there is scope for a newtown park in woodland adjacent tothe Timber Yard.

Promoting existing greenspaces could help to improve health and well-beingand could help to reduce anti-social behaviour by increasing natural surveillancethough increased use.

Make more of importantconnecting spaces including St.George's Park and Crossley Park.



Issue: Open Space


Policy Option

This open would restrict the delivery of green infrastructure and biodiversityhabitats in the town centre. It could also reduce the quality of life of residentsin the town centre who don't have private amenity space.

No further public open spacesshould be created.

Issue: Reconnecting with the Waterways


Policy Option

Making better use of the waterways could improve health and well-being andprovide sustainable transport opportunities by providing attractive walking andcycling routes. It is uncertain what the impact on biodiversity might be.

Chapter 5

Options 15 -Reconnecting

with thewaterways

Do you agree that the town shouldbetter utilise the waterways thatrun through it?

Measures such as those taken at Tesco and Morrisons can help to reduce floodrisk, improve the townscape and increase the amount of greenspace within thetown. They would also have a positive impact on biodiversity.

Are the river treatments madethrough the Tesco and Morrisonsdevelopments something youwould like to see more of?

Developing the areas adjacent to watercourses may increase the risk of flooding.However it could also improve the security of the waterways by introducing

Should the areas adjacent towatersides be developed to makebetter use of them? passive surveillance. This would encourage more people to use the waterways,

thus improving quality of life and health and wellbeing.

Issue: Ring Road


Policy Option

Introducing surface level crossings will reduce the risk of crime associated withthe subways and should encourage more people to walk into the town centre.This will improve health and well-being and quality of life.

Chapter 5

Options 16 -Ring Road

Should surface level crossings beintroduced to provide easierroutes across the ring road?

Removing the subways will reduce the risk of crime associated with the subwaysand should encouragemore people to walk into the town centre. This will improvehealth and well-being and quality of life.

Should the existing subwaynetwork be improved to make itmore attractive?

This option will reduce the risk of crime associated with the subways and shouldencourage more people to walk into the town centre. This will improve healthand well-being and quality of life.

Should bridges be constructedover the ring road?

This option may encourage walking and cycling as a result of improvedtownscape. This would improve health and wellbeing and quality of life.

Should speed restrictionmeasures and environmentalimprovements be introduced toenhance the pedestrianexperience?



Issue: Movements around Town


Policy Option

Better pedestrian routes would encourage walking and cycling, reduce the needto travel by private car and consequently may improve air quality and improvehealth and wellbeing and quality of life.

Chapter 5

Options 17 -Movementsaround town

Would more attractive and wellsignposted pedestrian routesencourage more people to walkor cycle within or around the towncentre?

This option would encourage greater public transport use, reduce the need totravel by private car and consequently may improve air quality and improvehealth and wellbeing and quality of life.

Would improvements to the businfrastructure encourage morepeople to use public transport?

This option would encourage greater public transport use, reduce the need totravel by private car and consequently may improve air quality and improvehealth and wellbeing and quality of life.

Would improvements to the railstation interchange encouragemore people to use publictransport?

Issue: Space for Pedestrians


Policy Option

Shared spaces could increase the desirability of walking and cycling and thereforecould reduce car travel and this could have a positive impact on air quality. Itwould also improve the townscape.

Chapter 5

Options 18 -Space forPedestrians

Could the incorporation of more'shared space' areas reduce thedominance of cars in the towncentre?

Widening footpaths could make walking more attractive which could reduce cartravel and have a positive impact on quality of life and air quality. However, if

Could existing footpaths bewidened to create more securepedestrian routes? road carriageways were narrowed in order to make this possible then it may

result in slow moving traffic and a deterioration in air quality.

This option could increase cycling as a means of transport, improve health andwell being and quality of life and have a positive impact on air quality.

Is there a need for more dedicatedcycle lanes within the town centre?

Issue: Air Quality Management


Policy Option

This option could have a positive impact on air quality and could remove the needfor the Horsefair Air Quality Monitoring Area.

Chapter 5

Could there be a possibility ofbypassing Blackwell Street with anew road through the adjacentChurchfields area?

Options 19 -Air Quality

Management

Pedestrianising Blackwell Street would improve air quality in the area and wouldmake a more attractive walking environment. This could improve health and well

Could Blackwell Street possiblybe pedestrianised in the future?

being and quality of life. However, it could have an adverse impact on the Horsefairlocal centre by removing traffic going past the shops.

Widening the pavements andmaking the street one way would also have a positiveimpact on the walking environment and could have similar benefits. This option

Could Blackwell Street become aone way street, enabling thepavements to be widened? could have a positive impact on air quality and could remove the need for the

Horsefair Air Quality Monitoring Area.

This option could help take pressure off Blackwell Street and contribute towardssolving the AQMA. It could provide greater ease of movement by providingalternative routes.

Provide a newmulti-modal bridgeacross the canal to Crossley Park.



Issue: Conservation Areas


Policy Option

Designating additional Conservation Areas would help to safeguard the historiccharacter of the town centre.Chapter 5

Do you think the existingConservation Area designationsadequately cover the areas of

Options 20 -Conservation

Areas

historic interest within the towncentre?

This option presents the danger of potentially losing heritage assets.Do not create any furtherConservation Areas.

Issue: Heritage


Policy Option

Celebrating the manufacturing heritage of the town centre would help to enhancethe townscape by ensuring that historic buildings are safeguarded and new usesare secured for them.

Chapter 5

Options 21 -Heritage

Do you think that the town centrecelebrates its manufacturingheritage as much as it should?

This option could encourage pride and social responsibility within the community.Could the use of public art help tocelebrate this heritage further?

Issue: Tourism


Policy Option

New hotel development in this area is likely to be accessible by public transportand could therefore reduce the need to travel. It would also support the touristChapter 5

Do you think that theKidderminster central area is anappropriate location for a newhotel development?

economy of the District and could help to establish an evening economy in thetown centre, making it more vibrant and increasing natural surveillance.Options 22 -

TourismThis option would limit the ability of the town to develop its tourism economy andattract visitors to the town.

No new hotels in theKidderminster central area.

Issue: Climate Change


Policy Option

Delivering development which meets these standards would reduce reduce theDistrict's contribution to climate change.

Chapter 5

Do you support the Council's policytowards sustainable developmentand its support for the Code for

Options 23 -ClimateChange

Sustainable Homes and theBREEAM standards?

Delivering development which meets these standards would reduce reduce theDistrict's contribution to climate change.

Would like to see moredevelopments in the town centrebuilt to excellent sustainabilitystandards such as the Morrisonsstore?



Issue: Flood Risk


Policy Option

This option would reduce flood risk and could improve health ans wellbeing andquality of life as a result.

Chapter 5

Focus residential development out ofthe flood zone.

Options 24 -Flood Risk

Placing any development in areas likely to flood will have a detrimental impacton reducing flood risk and is likely to have a negative impact on health andwell-being and quality of life.

Reduce development densities inareas liable to flood.

This option would reduce the risk of flooding.Require developers to provide off-sitecompensatory flood storage capacity.

SUDS is required by the Adopted Core Strategy and has been appraised as partof its development.

Require developments to featureSustainable Drainage Systems(SUDS) in premises andinfrastructure.

Issue: Green Infrastructure


Policy Option

Increasing the amount of greenspace within the town centre would improve thetownscape, improve opportunities for biodiversity and improve health and well

Chapter 5

Do you think the town would benefitfrom having more access to greenopen space? being and quality of life. Green spaces could also improve air quality and help

to mitigate against climate change.

Options 25 -Green

Infrastructure

Improving pedestrian links to Brinton Park could help to improve health and wellbeing and help to promote walking as a means of travel to the park.

Do you think improving thepedestrian links to Brinton Parkwould encouragemore people to useit?

Increasing soft landscaping and planting street trees would improve thetownscape, improve opportunities for biodiversity and improve health and well

Could the town's car parks beenhanced with softer landscapingand street trees? being and quality of life. Green spaces could also improve air quality and help

to mitigate against climate change.

Issue: Community Safety


Policy Option

Promoting natural surveillance will add vibrancy to the town centre and is likelyto have a positive impact on the economy, particularly the evening economy.

Chapter 5Should the focus be on creating newdevelopment which provides naturalsurveillance. Options 1 -

Housing inthe KCAAP

AreaThis option may not address the fear of crime and quality of life aspect. CCTVad mechanical surveillance can be detrimental to the townscape and cansuggest that crime is a problem in the area. This may have a detrimental impacton the economy.

Should the focus be on providingCCTV and other mechanicalsurveillance?

Options 7 -Mixed Uses

Options Taken Forward

6.2.4 All options explored in regard to Housing Density and Type were taken forward. Theoptions to deliver a mix of densities and types within the Action Plan area, including within thetown centre, was judge to promote the regeneration of Kidderminster and add vitality andvibrancy to the area. Incorporating residential into mixed-development formats would further



add to the vibrancy and also improve crime and safety through improved natural surveillance.These options are also anticipated to have positive impacts on sustainability by reducing peoplesneed to travel and to use more sustainable transport options.

6.2.5 The Affordable Housing option is taken forward as it is a requirement of the AdoptedCore Strategy. However, the 30% option is being taken forward out of the different scenariosas this level of provision has since been dictated through the Adopted Core Strategy. However,the option to consider lower levels of provision where viability is an issue will also be progressed.

6.2.6 In regard to the Employment issue the preferred option was for the Action Plan areato be the focus on new retail, commercial, leisure and office growth as a means of promotingthe regeneration of Kidderminster and diversifying its economy. However, the option to providefor light industrial uses in certain existing areas of similar uses in the Action Plan area is alsobeing progressed so as to not restrict economic growth.

6.2.7 In regard to Retail, the preferred option taken forward is to extend the the PrimaryShopping Area to include Bromsgrove Street and beyond (as set out in the definition of the PSAin the Preferred Option). These options were anticipated to strengthen the retail offer of thetown centre while providing for additional retail growth and thus promote the regeneration ofKidderminster. This was also seen as key to revitalising the Eastern Gateway area.

6.2.8 The option to encourage Mixed Use developments in the Action Plan was progressedand is anticipated to improve vitality and vibrancy of the town and increase activity and naturalsurveillance at all times of the day and night.

6.2.9 In regard to Economics, the preferred option taken forward is to diversify the economicbase of Kidderminster, recognising the importance retail, creative industries, media and tourism.This was anticipated to increase economic growth, improve skills and generally promote thewider regeneration of the town.

6.2.10 All of the options presented for the Urban Environment have been taken forward asthey are all judged to contribute towards creating a high quality place that people want to spendtheir time in. This includes the safeguarding and enhancement of the historic and naturalenvironment. This has potential knock-on impacts in encourage further investment, visitors andbusinesses to the town the town that all contributes to regeneration.

6.2.11 The option to provide additional and improved Open Space in the Action Plan areawas the preferred option. Providing open spaces in key locations is anticipated to have a positiveimpact on health and well being, enhancing the urban environment, encouraging civic provide,and encourage more visitors into the town. Particular areas identified for new/improved spacesthat were taken forward are the Bull Ring and Town Hall areas and the Park Lane woodland;as well as improving access to St. George's Park.

6.2.12 In regard to Reconnecting with the Waterways, all of the options put forward weretaken forward. The options were anticipated to provide particular benefits in providing greeninfrastructure routes used for walking and cycling , encouraging greater activity and use on thewaterways and enabling flood and biodiversity betterment measures.

6.2.13 Options to provide surface level crossings and providing environmental improvementsto theRing Roadwere progressed as well as recognising the potential to improving the existingsubway network in the short-term. This is anticipated to improve accessibility into the town andencourage cycling walking as well as providing a more attractive urban environment.



6.2.14 All options presented forMovements around Town and Space for Pedestrianswereprogressed as they were all judged to provide an improved transport system and a betterconnected town.

6.2.15 In regard to Air Quality Management, the options to provide a bypass for BlackwellStreet through the adjacent Churchfields area, making Blackwell Street a one-way street, andproviding a bridge to Crossley Park were all progressed. This package of options were seenas enabling the improvement of the air quality management area in the Horsefair.

6.2.16 In regard to Conservation Areas and Heritage, options to conserve, enhance, andpromote historic assets were taken forward in order to safeguard the historic character of thetown centre. This could have knock-on impacts of improving the townscape and urban designand attracting more visitors into the town.

6.2.17 The option under Tourism to provide further hotel development in Kidderminster wasprogressed as way of developing the tourism economy and attracting visitors to the town anddeveloping more of an evening economy.

6.2.18 All of the options relating to Climate Change were progressed in order to improvesustainable development within the Action Plan area.

6.2.19 In regard to Flood Risk, the options to requiring developers to provide off-sitecompensatory flood storage and SUDS is the preferred option. The risk associated withdeveloping within flood zones is acknowledge, however it is felt that mitigation measures canbe put in place to adequately address any issues.

6.2.20 All of the options relating toGreen Infrastructurewere progressed as it was anticipatedthat they would have a positive impact on increasing access to green space and encouragingwalking and cycling. The options could also have a positive impact on the urban environmentand encouraging more people to visit the town.

6.2.21 Under Community Safety, the options to provide new development which providesnatural surveillance was progressed. Appropriately designed developments, containing a mixof uses, can provide the activity at different times of the day and night that provide safercommunities.

6.3 How Social, Environmental and Economic Issues were Considered in Choosing thePreferred Options

6.3.1 A large number of potential sites formed the basis of the consultation at issues andoptions stage. Since this stage of consultation, the District Council has adopted its AdoptedCore Strategy which sets out the Development Strategy for the District. Therefore, a numberof sites were discounted from the preferred options stage as they were not in conformity withthe Adopted Core Strategy. Those sites which were in conformity with the Adopted Core Strategywere used to select the preferred sites for allocation. The selection was based on feedbackfrom the issues and options consultation as well as the results of the SA as summarised in thetables above. The evidence base documents also played a significant role in helping to determinewhich sites should form the preferred sites for allocation.

6.3.2 The Issues and Options Paper set out a number of questions relating to policy areas.The feedback from the consultation was used to help inform the preferred options for the policiesset out within the Preferred Options Paper. These policies have undergone SA and the results



have been used to refine the policies - the results of which are summarised above. Many ofthe policies are based around principles set out within the Adopted Local Plan. The policiesare required to be in accordance with national planning policy and the Adopted Core Strategy,and this has limited the number of options which can be considered for addressing many of thepolicy areas.

6.4 Other Options Considered and why these were Rejected

Rejected Options

6.4.1 All of the options considered have been tested against the SA Framework and a summaryof the results for each site can be found earlier within this section of the report. The mainreasons for dismissing sites were that they were not in accordance with the Adopted CoreStrategy or that the SA had identified a number of negative impacts associated with theirdevelopment. The paragraphs below provide a more detailed explanation of why certain optionsand sites were rejected.

Sites

6.4.2 Long MeadowMills, Dixon Street (No. H040) was not taken forward to Preferred Optionsstage as it was felt that this was a viable industrial area support numerous small businesses.It was judge that Its redevelopment for alternative uses could have a negative impact upon theeconomy of the town.

Options

Housing Density and Type

6.4.3 No options were removed from the options under this issue as it was felt that the preferredoption would be a mix of the options explored. Therefore it was felt that to housing should befocused both in the town centre and other parts of the KCAAP area.

Employment Uses

6.4.4 The only option to be removed for this issue was the one to deliver up to 40% affordablehousing on sites. This has been dismissed as the Adopted Core Strategy was adopted betweenthe Issues and Options and Preferred Options stages that set this level at 30%.

Retail

6.4.5 Under this issue the options to not include Bromsgrove Street into the Primary ShoppingArea (PSA), to use theWYG proposed extension to the PSA, and to include the Morrisons storeinto the PSA, were all dismissed. To include the WYG area and Morrisons into the PSA wasdeemed likely to undermine the viability of the existing retail centre. Furthermore, all three ofthese options would not contribute towards the aim of regenerating the Bromsgrove Street(Eastern Gateway).



Mixed Uses

6.4.6 The option to not promote a mix of uses was dismissed for this issue. Not having a mixof uses could lead to a lack of activity in different times of the day and could increaseopportunities for crime and anti-social behaviour. This option may also increase the need totravel by distancing different uses, and therefore services and facilities, from each other.

Economics

6.4.7 The only option to be removed from this issues was the one to reduce and limit ambitionsfor community infrastructure improvements as this could be detrimental to the quality of life ofresidents.

Urban Environment

6.4.8 None of the options under this issue were dismissed as it was felt that they could allhave an role in improving the environmental quality of the town.

Character and Place Identity

6.4.9 The option to provide no more public art was dismissed as it was considered that itwould reduce opportunities to increase civic pride and sense of place.

Open Space

6.4.10 The option to to provide no further open spaces was dismissed. It was felt that thisoption would restrict opportunities to provide green infrastructure and biodiversity habitats inthe town centre. Open spaces can also provide vital areas for residents in town centres with noaccess to private amenity space and this option would reduce that provision.

Reconnecting with the Waterways

6.4.11 None of the options under this issue were dismissed as it was felt that they could allhave an role in improving the quality of the town and contributing towards regeneration.

Ring Road

6.4.12 The options to improve the existing subways and to provide new bridges were bothdismissed. Both of these options were viewed to have a negative impact on community safetyand did not contribute to easy or welcoming pedestrian and cycle routes into the town.

Movements around town

6.4.13 None of the options under this issue were dismissed as it was felt that they could allhave an role in improving movement around the town.

Space for pedestrians

6.4.14 None of the options under this issue were dismissed as it was felt that they could allhave an role in improving the public realm in the town.



Air Quality

6.4.15 For this issue the option to pedestrianise Blackwell Street was dismissed. While thisoption would solve the air quality issues on Blackwell Street and make for a more attractiveenvironment, it was uncertain what impact this would have on the surrounding road networkand its environment. Furthermore, removing passing traffic from Blackwell Street wouldundermine the viability of the Horsefair local centre.

Conservation Areas

6.4.16 The option to not create any more conservation areas was dismissed for this issue asit was felt that this could harm the protection of the historic environment and character.

Heritage

6.4.17 None of the options for this issue were dismissed as they were felt to contribute towardsprotecting and enhancing the heritage of the town.

Tourism

6.4.18 The option to provide no new hotel in Kidderminster was dismissed for this issue asit was that this would limit the ability of the town to develop its tourism economy and attractvisitors to the town.

Climate Change

6.4.19 None of the options under this issue were dismissed as it was felt that they could allcontribute towards climate change.

Flood Risk

6.4.20 For this issues the options to focus residential development outside flood zones andreducing densities in flood risk areas were dismissed. While they would they would lower floodrisk they would have a big implication for the regeneration of the town as many keyredevelopment sites are located in these areas. However, development in flood risk areas willneed to have appropriate mitigation measures and protect more vulnerable uses; as requiredby the Adopted Core Strategy.

Green Infrastructure

6.4.21 None of the options under this issue were dismissed as it was felt that they could allcontribute towards providing green infrastructure in the town.

Community Safety

6.4.22 Neither of the options under this issue were dismissed as they both could have a rolein improving community safety. However, it is noted that the CCTV option is fair less preferableoption then providing natural surveillance. Therefore the option for CCTV will not be promotedwithin the KCAAP.



7 Plan Policies

7.1 Introduction

7.1.1 This chapter presents an overview of the SA of the preferred options for both sites andpolicies. The preferred options have been identified using the SA and the feedback from theissues and options consultation.

7.2 Significant Social, Environmental and Economic Effects of the Preferred Policies

7.2.1 The tables below set out the sites and policies that were taken forward from the Issuesand Options stage. The polices and the sites that were ruled out at this Issues and Optionsstage are detailed in section 6.4. Many of the options were dismissed at this stage becausethey scored poorly through the SA testing.

7.2.2 The policies and sites included at Preferred Options stage were retested against theSA objectives and the positive and negative impacts have been identified. A summary of thesethese are set out below. For the full text of each policy please refer to the Preferred OptionsPaper.

General Policies

Negative ImpactsPositive ImpactsIssues and OptionsReference

Policy

None identified.Positive impacts include creating high quality livingenvironments, delivering a mix of tenures, improved qualityChapter 4 - A Desirable

Place to Live

1 - Sites for Housing

of life, improved natural surveillance, reducing the need totravel, focusing development on brownfield land andpromoting the regeneration of Kidderminster.

Potential noisepollution issue fromneighbouring uses.

Positive effects include creating high quality urbanenvironments in accessible locations, encouraging naturalsurveillance by widening the mix of uses, reducing the needChapter 4 - A Desirable

Place to Live

2 - Mixed Use

to travel by car, the regeneration of Kidderminster town centreand supporting the economy.

None identified.Positive impacts include providing a range of retail facilities,reducing the need to travel, raising the quality of theChapter 5- A Good Place

to do Business

3 - RetailDevelopment

townscape and promoting Kidderminster as the retail centreof the District.

None identified.Positive impacts include supporting residential uses withinthe town centre which adds to natural surveillance, reducingChapter 5- A Good Place

to do Business

4 - Primary andSecondary ShoppingFrontages the need to travel, focusing on brownfield land, promoting

the regeneration of Kidderminster, and supporting theeconomy.

None identified.Positive impacts include encouraging a mix of uses, reducingopportunities for crime and anti-social behaviour, reducingChapter 5- A Good Place

to do Business

5 - Outside of theShopping Frontages

the need to travel, focusing development on brownfield landand supporting the economy.

None identified.Positive impacts include focusing retail development in thetown centre, reducing the need to travel, promoting theChapter 5- A Good Place

to do Business

6 - Edge-of-Centreand Out-of-CentreRetailing regeneration of Kidderminster and supporting economic

diversification.

None identified.Positive effects include locating jobs in the town centre whichreduces the need to travel, promoting economicChapter 5- A Good Place

to do Business

7 - EmploymentDevelopment

diversification, focusing development on brownfield land andproviding new employment and training opportunities.


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Negative ImpactsPositive ImpactsIssues and OptionsReference

Policy

None identified.Positive effects include increased provision of culturalfacilities, increased quality of life, reduced car dependency,Chapter 5- A Good Place

to do Business

8 - TourismDevelopment

promoting the regeneration of Kidderminster and economicdiversification.

None identified.Positive effects include increasing the provision of leisurefacilities, reducing the need to travel, promoting theregeneration of Kidderminster and economic diversification.

Chapter 5- A Good Placeto do Business

9 - LeisureDevelopment

None identified.Positive effects include increasing access to services andfacilities and reducing the need to travel.

Chapter 6 - Adapting toand Mitigating Against

Climate Change

10 - SustainableTransport

None identified.Positive effects include increasing access to services andfacilities, reducing the need to travel and improving healthand well-being by encouraging walking and cycling.

Chapter 6 - Adapting toand Mitigating Against

Climate Change

11 - Walkable Town

None identified.Will improve access to services and facilities, and reducethe need to travel by car by making more attractive walkingChapter 7 - A Unique

Place

12 - Urban DesignKey Principles

environments. Will enhance recreational opportunities andimprove quality of life.

None identified.Will improve access to services and facilities, and reducethe need to travel by car by making more attractive walkingChapter 7 - A Unique

Place

13 - Public Realm

environments. Will enhance recreational opportunities andimprove quality of life.

None identified.Will improve access to services and facilities and reducethe need to travel by car by creating more attractive walkingChapter 7 - A Unique

Place

14 - Ring RoadFramework

environments. Will lead to improvements in health andwellbeing.

None identified.Will improve access to services and facilities and reducethe need to travel by car by creating more attractive walkingChapter 7 - A Unique

Place

15 - Ring RoadCharacter Areas

environments. Will lead to improvements in health andwellbeing.

Possible increasein noise and lightpollution.

Will enhance the canal environment contributing torecreational and sustainable transport opportunities whichwill lead to improvements in health and wellbeing. Couldprovide new opportunities for biodiversity enhancement.

Chapter 7 - A UniquePlace

16 - Staffordshire &Worcestershire Canal

Potential flood riskassociated with

Improved quality of life and increased natural surveillance.Increased opportunities for biodiversity.Chapter 7 - A Unique

Place

17 - River Stour

developing next tothe river.

None identified.Increased access to green infrastructure can encouragemore active lifestyles, improving health and wellbeing andChapter 7 - A Unique

Place

18 - GreenInfrastructure

quality of life. Will increase opportunities for biodiversity andgeodiversity.

7.2.3 The Sites for Housing and Mixed Use policies was considered to provide multiplebenefits in regard to the regeneration of Kidderminster, through providing extra vibrancy andactivity in the town, and in providing good environments for people to live in. It also was identifiedto have benefits in regard to crime and safety, providing important natural surveillance at differenttimes of the day and night, and sustainable living. Promoting a mix of uses did raise an issueof potential noise pollution, but it is felt that guidance in the policy could mitigate against thisoccurring. There were no other identified negative affects so the policy was taken forward.

7.2.4 The Retail Development, Primary and Secondary Shopping Frontages, Outsidethe Shopping Frontages, and Edge of Centre and Out of Centre Retailing policies were alljudge to promote the regeneration of Kidderminster through strengthening the Primary ShoppingArea in the town centre. It also promotes non-retail activity in certain areas which will help to


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provide vibrancy and activity in the town. These policies also have positive sustainability impactsby concentrating services and facilities in a sustainable town centre location, as well as improvingthe quality and accessibility of these services for people. No negative impacts were identifiedand therefore these policies have been taken forward.

7.2.5 The Employment Development policy was considered to have positive impacts oneconomic growth through helping to diversify the economy of the town and contributing towardsraising skill levels and creating job opportunities. Similarly, the Tourism Development andLeisure Development policies would also have a positive economic impacts through creatinga tourism 'hub' and attracting more visitors into the town. These all contribute towards theregeneration of the town. Therefore these policies have been taken forward.

7.2.6 The Sustainable Transport and Walkable Town policies both promote a moreaccessible town, particularly in regard to pedestrian and cyclists, and as result would improvethe urban environment. These policies were also judged to improve the use of sustainablemethods of travel, promoting healthier lifestyles and providing improved access to services andfacilities. No negative impacts were anticipated and therefore these polices were taken forward.

7.2.7 TheUrban Design Key Principles and Public Realm policies were both judge to havelikely positive impacts on creating a more attractive environment and helping to enhance thetown's heritage assets. This has potential knock-on impacts of great accessibility and increasingthe numbers of people walking and cycling into the town. These policies were also expected toimprove the likelihood of people visiting the town and have added benefits for the economy.

7.2.8 The Ring Road Framework and Ring Road Character Areas were judged to havepositive impacts on improving accessibility, particularly for pedestrians and cyclists, andincreasing travel by more sustainable means. The policies were also anticipated to increase heattractiveness of the town and encourage more visitors into the centre. No negative impactswere identified and these policies were taken forward.

7.2.9 The Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal and River Stour policies were to judgeto have positive impacts on improve the accessibility of these features and using them to createhigh quality environments. This could have benefits on increased tourism to the town and addingto the economy. Possible negative impacts included the potential for increased noise and lightpollution onto the waterside environments and also the flood risk associated with developingnear to waterways. However, it was felt that these impacts could be adequately mitigated against.Therefore these policies we taken forward.

7.2.10 TheGreen Infrastructure policy was anticipated to have positive impacts on improvinggreen infrastructure provision, biodiversity habitats and quality of life generally. No negativeimpacts were identified and this policy has been taken forward.

Site Specific Policies

7.2.11 The table below does not cover all the site specific policies found within the KCAAP.Those omitted have been because they have already been assessed as part of the residentialsites brought forward in the Issues and Options Paper. The summary of the testing can be foundin Chapter 6 - Plan Issues and Options.


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Reasons for AllocationNegative ImpactsPositive ImpactsIssues andOptionsReference

Policy

Masterplan areaallocated to ensure the

None identified.

Promotes the delivery of housing, includinga mix of tenures and affordable housing,

Chapter 10 -Churchfields

19 -ChurchfieldsMasterplan

holistic approach to thein a high quality residential environment.

regeneration ofChurchfields.

It promotes brownfield development andthe regeneration of Kidderminster andcould contribute towards improving theHorsefair AQMA.

Permission granted forresidential development.None identified.

Promotes the delivery of housing, includinga mix of tenures and affordable housing,Chapter 10 -

Churchfields20 - GrasmereClose Part of the Churchfields

Masterplan area.

in a high quality residential environment.It promotes brownfield development andthe regeneration of Kidderminster.

Allocated as a part of theChurchfields MasterplanCould involve the loss of

greenfield land in theform of the playing fields.

Promotes the delivery of housing, includinga mix of tenures and affordable housing,in a high quality residential environment.Chapter 10 -

Churchfields21 - FormerSladen School

area - housing led

It promotes the regeneration ofKidderminster

regeneration area. Lossof playing fields will becompensated for.

Allocated for mix of uses.Flood risk can beCould increase noise

and light pollution to the

Promotes the regeneration ofKidderminster and could provide newChapter 10 -

Churchfields25 - CrossleyPark mitigated against. Impactcanal. Also flood risk

issues on the site.

employment opportunities. Could improvethe vibrancy of the canal and naturalsurveillance onto it.

on the canal can bemitigated against.

Allocated for a mix ofuses that support theNone identified.

Promotes the regeneration ofKidderminster and the Local Centre andChapter 10 -

Churchfields26 - Horsefair local centre. Part of theChurchfieldsMasterplan.

aims to improve the urban and historicenvironment of the street. Supports thegrowth of retail opportunities.

Allocated for a mix ofuses that support thelocal centre.

None identified.

Promotes the regeneration ofKidderminster and the Local Centre andaims to improve the urban and historic

Chapter 11 -EasternGateway

27 - CombertonHill Area environment of the street. Supports the

growth of retail opportunities.

Allocated for animproved transportinterchange facility.

None identified.Promotes the improvement of sustainabletransport facilities and the public realm ofthe station area.


28 -KidderminsterRailway Station

Identified for surfacelevel pedestrianNone identified.

Encourages walking and cycling andimproves the public realm. PromotesChapter 11 -

EasternGateway

30 - CombertonIsland crossings and removal

of subways.regeneration of the town centre byimproving accessibility to it.

Allocated for a mix ofuses including a major

None identified.

Promotes brownfield development and theregeneration of Kidderminster and alsoChapter 11 -

EasternGateway

31 - BromsgroveStreet Area retail development. Partprovides the opportunity to improve the

of the Easter Gatewayregeneration area.

urban environment. The site could offer theopportunity to deliver residential, retail andemployment development.

Allocated for a mix ofuses including a major

None identified.


EasternGateway

32 - WorcesterStreet RetailDevelopment

retail development. Partprovides the opportunity to improve the

of the Eastern Gatewayregeneration area.

urban environment. The site could offer theopportunity to deliver residential, retail andemployment development.

Allocated for a mix ofuses to add vitality to the

None identified.


EasternGateway

33 - Lion Street area. Part of the Easternprovides the opportunity to improve the Gateway regenerationarea.urban environment. The site could offer the


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Policy

opportunity to deliver residential, retail andemployment development.

Allocated for a mix ofuses. To improve vitality

None identified.


EasternGateway

34 - WaterlooStreet Area

in the area and urbanprovides the opportunity to improve thedesign. Part of theurban environment. The site could offerEastern Gatewayregeneration area.

opportunity to deliver residential, retail andemployment development.

Allocated for a mix ofuses, including

None identified.

Promotes brownfield development and theregeneration of Kidderminster and also


35 - Park StreetIndustrial Estate& Rock Works

residential. Part of the

provides the opportunity to improve the

wider Park Street/ParkLane regeneration area.

urban environment and open up publicopen space. Could also help improvepedestrian accessibility to the town centre.The site could offer opportunity to deliverresidential, retail and employmentdevelopment.

Allocated to secureredevelopment of key

Could increase noiseand light pollution to thecanal and river.

Promotes brownfield development and theregeneration of Kidderminster and alsoprovides the opportunity to improve the

Chapter 12 -WesternGateway

36 - Park LaneCanalside

canalside site. Mixedurban environment and provide vibrancyuse, includingto the canal. Could also help improveresidential. Impact on thepedestrian accessibility to the town centre.canal and river can bemitigated against.

The site could offer opportunity to deliverresidential, retail and employmentdevelopment.

Allocated for a mix ofuses to enhance the

Could increase noiseand light pollution to thecanal and river.

Promotes brownfield development and theregeneration of Kidderminster and alsoprovides the opportunity to improve theChapter 12 -

WesternGateway

37 - WeaversWharf

retail function and addurban environment. Also provides the other leisure andopportunity to improve the quality of the residential development.canal and river. The site could offer Impact on the canal andopportunity to deliver residential, retail andemployment development.

river can be mitigatedagainst.

Allocated for a mix ofuses to enhance settingCould increase noise

and light pollution to the


Chapter 13 -Castle Wharf

38 - CastleWharf

of canal and river andcanal and river. Some

provides the opportunity to improve the

conservation area. Floodflood risk issues and partof the site.

urban environment. Could help tocompliment the Green Street Conservation

risk can be mitigatedagainst.

Area and improve the quality of the canaland river. The site could offer opportunityto deliver residential, retail and employmentdevelopment.

Allocated for a mix ofuses to enhance thisNone identified.

It promotes brownfield development andthe regeneration of Kidderminster and thisChapter 14 -

Crossley Parkand Mill Street

39 - Mill StreetMixed Use Area local and niche retail

area.

local shopping area. Supports the growthof retail opportunities but also residentialand employment development.

Allocated to improve thepublic realm in the townNone identified.

Help to improve the urban environmentand public realm as well as improving civicChapter 15 -

Traditional TownCentre

40 - CivicSpaces centre and provide

cultural space.

pride. Could provide additional space forcultural activity and improve the tourismpotential of the town centre.

Allocated to improve thepublic realm in the towncentre.

None identified.

Help to improve the urban environmentand public realm as well as improving civicpride. Encourage more visitors into the

Chapter 15 -Traditional Town

Centre

41 - StreetImprovements town and provide a more attractive

environment for businesses.


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Policy

Allocated to secure theprotection and

Some flood risk issues inparts of the area.


Chapter 16 -Heritage

Processions

42 - HeritageProcessions

enhancement of theprovides the opportunity to improve the

Green Streeturban environment. Could help to

conservation area andcompliment the Green Street Conservation

the reuses of listed andlocally listed buildings.

Area and improve the quality of the river.The site could offer opportunity to deliverresidential, retail and employmentdevelopment.

Allocated for a potentialmix of uses, to enhanceNone identified.


Chapter 16 -Heritage

Processions45 - Bus Depot urban design and

highway layout.

provides the opportunity to improve theurban environment. Could help improvetransport accessibility. Could alsocompliment the Green Street ConservationArea and retain locally listed buildings.

Changes at Publication Stage

7.2.12 The policies taken forward to Publication have remained largely unchanged from thePreferred Options stage. The SA showed that these options provided largely positive benefitsand those negatives impacts identified could be appropriately mitigated against. Therefore itwas felt that changing them would not be necessary and they would continue to be sustainableoptions that would meet the District Council's Objectives.

7.2.13 However, there were some smaller alterations made to the Policy wording that requiredthem to be retested against the sustainability objectives. The summary of the results are setout in the table below.

7.2.14 Through consultation on the Preferred Options KCAAP it was also identified that thedocument lacked direction in terms of setting out the Strategic Objectives; the overall aims thatthe individual generic and site-specific policies look to achieve. Therefore, a clear list of StrategicObjectives has now been included within the Publication version and have also been set outagainst the sustainability objectives.

Policy Alterations

NegativeImpacts

Positive ImpactsIssues and Options ReferencePolicy

None identified.Promotes greater activity in thetown and greater economicdiversity.

Chapter 4- A Good Place to doBusiness

Greater flexibility for Secondary Frontagesin the Primary Shopping Area to allow fornon-retail uses, including residentialdevelopment. (policies KCA.DPL1 andKCA.GPB2)

Policy 4 - Primary and SecondaryShopping Frontages

Reduce thepotential for

Improve the quality of theenvironment of a largelyresidential area.


Remove the Churchfields area fromIndustrial section of Policy KCA.GPB5 -Employment Development. economic

activity.Policy KCA.GPB5 - EmploymentDevelopment.


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NegativeImpacts

Positive ImpactsIssues and Options ReferencePolicy

None identified.Improve the quality of theenvironment and control noise andlight pollution.


Specific guidance on the Evening Economyin Policy KCA.GPB7.

Policy KCA.GPB7 - EveningEconomy

None identified.Improve the contribution of thecanal to the biodiversity and greeninfrastructure network.

Chapter 6 - A Unique Place

Policy KCA.UP5 - Staffordshireand Worcestershire Canal

Add caveat to Policy KCA.UP5 -Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal torequire enhancements to the greeninfrastructure and biodiversity network.

None identified.Reduce flood risk for riversidedevelopments and protect waterquality.

Chapter 6 - A Unique Place

Policy KCA.UP6 - River Stour

Add caveat to Policy KCA.UP6 - River Stourto require flood risk better measures andenhance and protect water quality.

None identified.Maintains open space provision inthe area.

Chapter 8 - ChurchfieldsAdd caveat to Policy KCA.Ch6 - Lime KilnBridge to require compensation for the lossof open space. Policy KCA.Ch6 - Lime Kiln Bridge

None identified.Enhance the conservation areaand strengthen localdistinctiveness and sense of place.

Chapter 11 - Castle Wharf

Policy KCA.CW1 - Castle Wharf

Add caveat to Policy KCA.CW1 - CastleWharf to require protection andenhancement of the Green StreetConservation Area.


Chapter 14 - Heritage Processions

Policy KCA.HP1 - HeritageProcessions Area

Add caveat to Policy KCA.HP1 - HeritageProcessions Area to require protection andenhancement of the Green StreetConservation Area.



Policy KCA.HP2 - Frank Stone

Add caveat to Policy KCA.HP2 - FrankStone requiring development to respect theGreen Street Conservation Area.



Policy KCA.HP3 - Green StreetDepot

Add caveat to Policy KCA.HP3 - GreenStreet Depot to require the retention oflocally listed buildings on site.

Publication Strategic Objectives


Objective

None identified.Promotes development, economic growthand diversity of the economy, and ultimatelythe regeneration Kidderminster.

Chapter 2 - ASustainableFuture -DevelopmentStrategy

Develop Kidderminster as the strategiccentre of the District and beyond.

Some key regeneration siteswithin flood risk areas.

Promotes development, economic growthand diversity of the economy, and ultimatelythe regeneration Kidderminster.

Deliver the growth of residential, retail,and employment development.

Some key regeneration siteswithin flood risk areas.

Supports development on brownfield landand within Kidderminster helping toregenerate the town.

Deliver the regeneration of key towncentre sites, re-using brownfield land andbuildings.


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Objective

None identified.Strengthen the quality of the townscape andimprove sense of place and localdistinctiveness.

Drive up the quality of urban design andarchitecture.

None identified.Enhance and protect the town's heritageassets and improve quality of place.

Conserve and enhance the town'sheritage assets.

Some key regeneration sitesare adjacent to blue andgreen infrastructure anddevelopment may havenegative impact.

Improve the quality of waterways and greenspaces and access to them. Improves qualityof life in the town and contributes towards inregeneration.

Develop and enhance the Blue andGreen Infrastructure provision within thetown.

Some key regeneration sitesare adjacent to blue andgreen infrastructure anddevelopment may havenegative impact.

Improve access to green spaces and waterand improve biodiversity contribution in thetown.

Chapter 2 - ASustainableFuture -DevelopmentStrategy

Safeguard and replenish the town'sbiodiversity and geo-diversitycontribution.

None identified.Increases sustainable development practicesand mitigates against climate changeimpacts.

Ensure the town is equipped to adapt toand mitigate against the impacts ofclimate change.

None identified.Promotes flood risk betterment and improvingwater quality.

Safeguard the town against flood riskand ensure good water management.

None identified.Improve air quality and the environment ofthe town.

Improve air quality around the town, witha particular focus on the HorsefairAQMA.

None identified.Increase the use of sustainable modes oftransport.

Increasing the provision and use ofsustainable modes of transport andcreate a walkable environment.

None identified.Increase activity and natural surveillance inthe town at all times of the day and night.

Ensure the town is safe and enjoyablefor all users.

7.3 Secondary, Cumulative and Synergistic Impacts of the Preferred Options

7.3.1 An important component of predicting and evaluating the impacts of policies within theplan is to consider the likelihood of cumulative, secondary or synergistic effects of policyimplementation. Examples of cumulative, secondary and synergistic effects include loss oftranquillity, changes in the landscape, economic decline and climate change. These effectsare very hard to deal with on a project-by-project basis through EIA; it is at the SA level thatthey are most effectively identified and addressed. The table below sets out the definitions ofsecondary, cumulative, and synergistic effects.

DefinitionTerm

Secondary effects that are no a direct result of the plan, but occur away from the original effector as a result of a complex pathway.

Secondary Effect

Cumulative effects arise where several developments each have insignificant effects but togetherhave a significant effect, or where several individual effects of the plan have a combined effect.

Cumulative Effect

Synergistic effects interact to produce a total effect greater than the sum of the individual effects.Synergistic Effect

7.3.2 The policies within the plan are assessed for their individual impacts, but there may becollective effects which occur as a result of the policies being implemented in combination.These impacts may be greater than the sum of implementing individual policies. Good practice


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suggests that cumulative impact assessment should be conducted throughout and as anintegrated component of the SA process. Therefore, this section assesses the secondary,cumulative and synergistic effects of the policies and sites which are carried forward to thePreferred Options and Publication versions of the document. The assessment considers anysecondary, cumulative and synergistic effects arising from a combination of policies set outwithin the KCAAP DPD and a combination of policies set out within the Site Allocations andPolicies and KCAAP DPDs.

SignificanceProposals which combine to bring secondary, cumulative orsynergistic effects

SA Objective

Long-termsignificant positiveeffect.

There will be a cumulative effect from developing sites which are locatedwithin the main urban areas. Access to healthcare will be improved bylocating new development in areas where health provision is good andthis will lead to improved health and wellbeing.

1. To improve the health andwell-being of the population andreduce inequalities in health.

The residential location policies and the policy which safeguardsKidderminster Hospital for medical uses will work together to ensure thatmedical facilities remain accessible and this will improve health and wellbeing within the District.

Policies relating to open space and leisure provision will have a positiveimpact on health as they will provide greater opportunities for healthylifestyles.The above effects will help to achieve the objectives of the SustainableCommunity Strategy and the Regional Health and Wellbeing Strategy.


There will be a cumulative effect from developing sites which are locatedwithin the main urban areas. Access to services and facilities will beimproved by locating new development in areas where access to servicesand facilities is good. This will create vibrant communities as more peopleuse local facilities and interact.

2. To improve the quality of andaccessibility to, cultural services andlocal services and facilities.

The residential location policies and the policies which safeguardcommunity and education facilities will work together to ensure that localservices and facilities remain accessible and this will reduce the need totravel. This will help to meet the objectives of LTP3.The above effect will help to achieve the objectives of the Cultural Strategyfor Worcestershire.


Allocating specific sites to meet affordable housing need, together withthe Adopted Core Strategy policy which requires affordable housing onall sites will help to deliver affordable housing. Policies which deliver

3. To provide decent, affordablehousing for all, of the right quality andtype, tenure and affordability for local

housing will work together with design policies to create attractive areasneeds in a clean, safe and pleasantlocal environment. to live. Together with transport policies housing locations will reduce the

need to travel by private car.Delivery of affordable housing as well as market housing will help toachieve the objectives of the Strategic Housing Market Assessment(SHMA) and the West Midlands Housing Strategy. Delivery of affordablehousing will help to meet need identified through the Wyre Forest DistrictHousing Needs Survey.Policies relating to delivery of Gypsy, Traveller and Travelling Showpeoplesites will meet need identified in the Gypsy and Traveller AccommodationAssessment.

Long-term positiveeffect.

Allocating sites for housing and employment will help to bring developmentforward and provide housing choice and employment opportunities within

4. To enhance the quality of life for allresidents within the District.

the District. Policies on housing locations and design will provide attractiveplaces to live, thereby enhancing quality of life. Policies on greeninfrastructure, landscape and biodiversity will help to improve quality oflife and deliver the objectives of the Sustainable Community Strategy.


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SA Objective

None identified.The overall heritage, public art and urban design policies (includingSecured by Design principles) as well as site specific design criteria will

5. To encourage pride and socialresponsibility in the local communityand reduce crime. help to create safe environments and environments which enhance civic

pride.

None identified.None identified.6. To manage waste in accordancewith the waste hierarchy: reduce,reuse, recycling and composting,recovery, disposal.


The cumulative effect of requiring renewable energy on all sites, as wellas encouraging free standing renewable energy schemes will increase

7. Reduce contributions to climatechange and promote energy efficiency

the amount of energy generated from renewable sources within theand energy generated from renewableand low-carbon sources. District. This will help to deliver targets set out within the Worcestershire

Climate Change Strategy and the Energy White Paper and the RegionalRenewable Energy Study.


Allocating sites within the DPDs which are within the existing urban areaswill encourage development to come forward in accessible locations and

8. To reduce the need to travel andmove towardsmore sustainable travelmodes. reduce the need to travel by car. Creating a green infrastructure network

and improving public realm will encourage walking and cycling. TheKCAAPDPDwill improve public realm and green infrastructure within theKidderminster area and ensure it is connected to the wider district. Theseeffects will contribute to the delivery of priorities set out within LTP3.


Allocating previously developed land to meet employment and housingdevelopment targets will safeguard the best quality soils and prevent air

9. Protect the use of water, soil andair, whilst maintaining or improvingtheir quality. pollution from increasing by focussing development on brownfield land

and reducing the need to travel. Site specific policies for the Churchfieldsarea will help to address the Horsefair AQMA and the St. Mary's borderlineAQMA. These effects will help to meet the requirements of the EuropeanAir Quality Directive and the Wyre Forest District Air Quality Strategy.The Water management policy will help to improve water quality anddeliver the objectives of the Water Cycle Strategy.

Long-termnegative effect.

A number of the allocated sites raise some concerns in relation toflooding. The cumulative effect of bringing forward all of these sites for

10. Ensure development does notoccur in high-risk flood prone areas

development will need to be closely considered through site specific Floodand does not adversely contribute toRisk Assessments. Development of these sites should include proposalsfluvial flood risks or contribute tofor betterment and this will address concerns raised in the Strategic FloodRisk Assessment.

surface water flooding in all otherareas.


The cumulative effect of the design and heritage policies working togetherwill ensure that the townscape and landscape are strengthened. The

11. Protect, enhance andmanage thecharacter and appearance of the

green infrastructure policy will also work together with these policies tolandscape and townscape,provide an enhanced townscape. These will help to deliver the objectivesof the Landscape Character Assessment SG.

maintaining and strengthening localdistinctiveness and sense of place.

Long-term positiveeffect but also

The cumulative effect of the green infrastructure and biodiversity policies,as well as allocations which do not have a detrimental impact on

12. To conserve and enhance theDistrict's biodiversity and geodiversity.

potential forbiodiversity will enhance the biodiversity of the area. However, somelong-term negativesites have raised concerns relating to biodiversity and the cumulativeeffect in someareas.

effect of bringing them forward could have a detrimental impact on thebiodiversity of the District. The Green Infrastructure and biodiversitypolicies will act together to deliver the objectives of the WorcestershireBiodiversity Action Plan, theWest Midlands Regional Biodiversity Strategy,the NPPF The NERC Act and The Wildlife and Countryside Act.

Long-term positiveeffect but also

Land allocations, site specific policies and the heritage policies set outwithin the DPDs will help to safeguard the historic environment. However,

13. Conserve and enhance thehistoric and built environment through

potential for aa small number of the allocated sites have locally listed buildings whichconsiderate siting and design andlong-term negativeare afforded little statutory protection. Policies safeguarding the historicthrough respecting architectural,

cultural and archaeological heritage. effect around theenvironment will help to deliver the objectives of the Conservation Arealoss of locally listedbuildings.

Appraisals and Management Plans, the Regional Historic EnvironmentStrategy, the Heritage Protection White Paper and The HistoricEnvironment: A Force for Our Future.


Allocating sites within the urban areas as well as including a policy tosafeguard the best and most versatile agricultural land will work with the

14. Ensure efficient use of landthrough the safeguarding of mineral

settlement hierarchy set out within the Adopted Core Strategy to directreserves, the best and most versatile


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SA Objective

agricultural land and greenfield land;and maximise the use of previouslydeveloped land.

development away from greenfield land. This will help to achieveobjectives set out within The Barker Review of Land Use Planning,Untapped Potential, Planning for Soils, the NPPF and the ReWyreStrategy.


The allocated sites together with he settlement hierarchy and the otherlocational policies will direct development toward Kidderminster andStourport-on-Severn, aiding their regeneration. This will help to deliverthe objectives of the ReWyre Strategy.

15. To promote the regeneration ofKidderminster andStourport-on-Severn.

None identified.Policies relating to green infrastructure, biodiversity, flooding and SUDSwill work together to mitigate against negative effects of climate change.

16. Mitigate against the unavoidablenegative impacts of climate change.

This will help to deliver the objectives of the UK Strategy or SustainableDevelopment, the UK Climate Change Impacts Programme, the SternReview of the Economics of Climate Change. The County and DistrictClimate Change Strategies and the Planning for Climate Change inWorcestershire Technical Research Paper.


Focusing developments within the urban areas using sites allocationsand locational policies as well as the settlement hierarchy within the

17. Reduce noise and light pollution.

Adopted Core Strategy will contain noise and light pollution within theurban areas. Site specific and green infrastructure policies includereference to mitigation measures to reduce the impact of noise and lightpollution on biodiversity habitats.


Safeguarding education sites and locating new development in areaswhere education is accessible will help to raise the skills and qualifications

18. To raise the skills levels andqualifications of the workforce.

of the District's workforce. This will help to deliver parts of the ReWyreInitiative and the Sustainable Community Strategy.

None identified.None identified.19. To consult communities inaccordance with the SCI, providingopportunities to participate in andcontribute to the decisions that affecttheir neighbourhood and quality oflife.


Allocating sites for employment development together with the policieswhich guide the location of employment development will help to provide

20. Create and maintain a diverse,knowledge-driven economy, ensuringall have the benefits, urban and rural. certainty to developers and encourage employment development within

the District. This will help to deliver parts of the ReWyre Initiative and theSustainable Community Strategy.


The provision of employment sites, together with the requirement forrenewable energy in all new developments could help to stimulate this

21. Promote and support thedevelopment of new technologies, of

economic sector. This will help to deliver parts of the ReWyre Initiativeand the Sustainable Community Strategy.

high value and low impact, especiallyresource efficient technologies andenvironmental technology initiatives.

Cumulative Impact Assessment

Methodology

7.3.3 There are two types of situation which could give rise to cumulative impacts:

the same effect arising from two or more different sources; anddifferent effects where there is a relationship between the effects and potentially aninteraction.

7.3.4 Synergistic effects are a type of cumulative impact. These are effects where thecumulative impact may be greater or smaller than the sum of the separate effects.

7.3.5 Cumulative impacts were considered in the appraisal in two ways:


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the potential for different developments to give rise to the same type of effect; andthe potential for interaction between different types of effect.

7.3.6 In order to assess the cumulative impacts arising from all potential developments underthe KCAAP DPD, the appraisal considered the overall effect of the DPD as a whole on each ofthe SA objectives. The results of this are set out in the SA Report in Section 2.2.

7.3.7 An assessment has also been made of the cumulative effects of the site allocations.This was done in two ways.

7.3.8 First, the sites were considered for their potential to give rise to cumulative effects incombination with other sites. The predicted cumulative effects arising from sites in the KCAAPDPD in combination with others are set out in detail in Annex B.

7.3.9 The appraisal then considered the potential for effects arising from other plans andprogrammes which in combination with effects arising from the KCAAP DPD may give rise tosignificant impacts. In undertaking this assessment, a review was made of all relevant currentand reasonably foreseeable plans programmes and strategies which could give rise toin-combination effects with developments at the allocated sites. The assessment also consideredthe potential for cumulative effects arising in combination with the Site Allocations and PoliciesDPD. The results of the review of other plans and programmes and their potential to give riseto cumulative effects is set out in detail in Annex A. The findings are summarised below.

Findings and Conclusions

7.3.10 The following table summarises the likely significant effects of other plans andprogrammes on key receptors of relevance to the KCAAPDPD in general terms. The full reviewand detailed findings are set out in Annexes A and B. This is followed by an assessment of thekey significant cumulative effects.

Table 7.3.1 Summary of Likely Significant Cumulative Effects of KCAAP DPD and Other Plans and Programmes on Receptors

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00+00+0+000Worcestershire Economic PartnershipJoint Investment Plan

+0+00+00000Worcestershire Local Transport Plan3

00000000+++Worcestershire Waste Core StrategySubmission Document

?0+00?0????An Economic Strategy forWorcestershire 2010-2020


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00000x0x000Bromsgrove Draft Core Strategy 2

0000000x000Stourbridge Area Action Plan,Publication Stage

00+0000+000Shropshire Local DevelopmentFramework Adopted Core Strategy

0+000000000South Staffordshire Core StrategyProposed Changes

7.3.11 The following receptors have been identified as the most likely to be subject tocumulative effects. They have been selected on the basis that they are areas where the variousplans and strategies in combination with the KCAAP DPD are likely to have the impacts ofgreatest significance. The conclusions incorporate the findings of the assessment of cumulativeimpacts of all development arising from both the KCAAP DPD and the Site Allocations andPolicies DPD.

7.3.12 It should be noted that these receptors and their effects are all inter-related, for exampleeffects on transport networks give rise to climate change and air quality effects. Furthermore,it should be recognised that all of the receptors have effects on and consequences for people.The inter-relationship between effects is discussed in the following sections.

Resource Use

7.3.13 Several plans and strategies relevant to Wyre Forest, including the Adopted CoreStrategy and KCAAP and Site Allocations and Policies DPDs, place a strong emphasis oneconomic and housing growth. This is likely to lead to increased resource use including energy,water and minerals, in order to facilitate the growth and development. Consuming theseresources will lead to increased greenhouse gas emissions and climate change, with its attendantpressures and risks for both people and biodiversity. However, the Adopted Core Strategy andKCAAP and Site Allocations and Policies DPDs will also help to reduce the pressure on resourceuse through likely positive effects on recycling of waste and requiring water and energy efficiencyin new developments, although the extent to which this will be able to offset the pressures ofgrowth is not clear. The Waste Core Strategy will also help to promote greater resourceefficiency.

Waste Generation

7.3.14 As with resource use, the growth and development emphasised in Wyre Forest ishighly likely to lead to increased waste generation. Again, the Core Strategy, KCAAP and SiteAllocations and Policies DPDs and the Waste Core Strategy will help to encourage waste


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minimisation, although the extent to which this will be able to offset the effects of growth isunclear. Increasing the amount of waste generated will lead to increased need for wastetransport and facilities to manage the waste, and additional economic costs to provide these.

Climate Change

7.3.15 The strong emphasis on housing and economic growth is likely to lead to increasedgreenhouse gas emissions. This is likely to have climate change consequences by increasingthe risk of climate change occurring and adding to pressures from impacts such as flood risk,increased storminess and higher temperatures. These pressures are felt by both communitiesand ecosystems. Other policies are in place to promote energy efficiency, renewable energyand sustainable transport and it may be that this will enable greenhouse gas emissions to bereduced, although this is not certain. However, it should mean that any increase in emissionsis at least minimised.

Road Networks

7.3.16 The planned housing and economic growth in the District are likely to lead to increaseddemand for transport. This could have adverse impacts on the road network, although a numberof measures are planned to address this, including locating most developments in accessiblelocations, promotion of cycling and walking, and support for rail and bus improvements. Thiswill help to reduce the demand for road space and alleviate congestion, which will have relatedbenefits for air quality, reduce noise and make the urban areas more pleasant and livableplaces. However, it is uncertain whether the number of vehicles on the roads will increasesignificantly despite the mitigating actions, although this is possible. Furthermore, new roadsare to be constructed which, while they should alleviate congestion, may encourage more use.

Flooding

7.3.17 Wyre Forest is significantly affected by flood risk, and a large number of the proposedsites contain land within flood zones 2 or 3 or both. For many of the development sites theserisks are identified in the Site Allocations and Policies and KCAAP DPDs and developmentsare required to address andmitigate flood risk, although this is not the case for all sites. However,the Core Strategy contains policy requiring mitigation for any developments in areas with knownflooding issues, and therefore adverse effects are unlikely. Cumulatively, developments withinthe District could lead to an improvement in flood risk by carrying out mitigation work. Theimplementation of sustainable drainage measures (SUDS) will also help to reduce flood risk,although there is a large number of development sites which are constrained in their ability toaccommodate SUDS.

7.3.18 Any reduction in flood risk will have related benefits for water quality. Reduced floodrisk will also improve safety for local people, and avoid the economic costs of flood events.

Air Quality

7.3.19 There are strong inter-relationships between air quality and road use. The mainsignificant effects on air quality in Wyre Forest are likely to arise from any increase in road trafficas a result of economic and housing growth and road improvements, promoted by the LDF andother plans and programmes. However, measures to promote more sustainable transport andreduce the need to travel are likely to offset that increase, and may even lead to no significant


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increase in road traffic and therefore have no adverse effect on air quality. In any event, airquality in the Horsefair and Welch Gate AQMAs is likely to improve as a result of plannedmeasures in the KCAAP DPD and other plans and programmes.

Water Quality

7.3.20 The level of growth promoted by the Site Allocations and Policies and KCAAP DPDswill increase the demand for water supply and wastewater treatment. These demands arerelated to effects on water quantity and quality, both of which can have significant consequencesfor biodiversity.

7.3.21 The Water Cycle Strategy notes that overall water supply is limited within the District,but it is not envisaged by Severn Trent Water Ltd to be a constraint to development, due to theimprovement plans highlighted in their Water Resources Management Plan and the ability totransfer water between Water Resource Zones. Consultation with Severn Trent Water Limitedhas identified that there is flexibility with the water supply headroom figures which should besufficient to account for levels of development of up to 4400 new dwellings and 43 hectares ofemployment land. However, without mitigation, this will be in deficit in a few years. There arealso a number of water-dependent SSSIs and abstraction restrictions which must be appreciatedand considered when supplying water to a new development. Due to these constraints and thefuture predictions of population growth and climate change, it is paramount for demandmanagement techniques to be implemented into all new developments, including rainwaterharvesting and grey water recycling, as is required by the Adopted Core Strategy.

7.3.22 Due to the predicted increase in development and the drought-related effects of climatechange, water resources will become increasingly limited. Limitations in water resources maypose a problem dependent upon the type of development and the density of development. Thismay result in a delay to the timing in which industry can be developed if mains water cannot beprovided or is too expensive.

7.3.23 The capacity of the main wastewater treatment works within the District have beenidentified as having the ability to accommodate the predicted increase in effluent, including theKidderminster Oldington works, which is key to a majority of the development. However, thereare a number of pumping stations and rural treatment works that are already operating atcapacity and will therefore require upgrade or improvement to accommodate the additionalflows. Most notable are the Blakedown, Roundhill, Upper Arley and Chaddesley Corbett works.These results will not prevent development but indicate a potential time or cost implication whendeveloping within these areas.

7.3.24 It is also necessary to ensure that the environmental constraints are not exceeded asa result of new development, especially as some watercourses (Blakedown Brook) are alreadyfailing their river quality objectives and the District as a whole has been identified as sufferingfrom nitrification issues. Policy within the Site Allocations and Policies DPD requires developmentto have no negative effects on water quality, either directly through pollution or by overloadingwastewater treatment works.

Population

7.3.25 The communities withinWyre Forest District are likely to experience positive cumulativeeffects arising from the KCAAP and Site Allocations and Policies DPDs, in combination withvarious other plans and programmes. The key benefits will result from the increase in


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employment opportunities provided, and improved residential environments, leading to economicregeneration of the District’s main towns, reduced deprivation and a better quality of life. Peopleliving in the new developments will have good access to services and facilities, includinghealthcare, cultural and educational facilities. The quality of the urban environment moregenerally will be improved, both in terms of the appearance of the townscape and from greateruse of more sustainable modes of accessing services and facilities and therefore improved airquality and reduced noise and congestion. All of these effects will help to enhance people’squality of life.

Ecosystems

7.3.26 The SA of the Core Strategy suggests that the planned levels of housing developmentcould have a detrimental impact on biodiversity. A small number of sites in the Site Allocationsand Polices and KCAAP DPDs are adjacent to or contain recognised biodiversity assets, anddevelopment at these sites could potentially risk adverse effects on biodiversity, either fromphysical damage or from the impact of noise and light pollution from human activity. There isa risk that the level of development proposed in the KCAAP and Site Allocations and PoliciesDPDs could adversely affect biodiversity, in two ways. First, the increase in residential areas,particularly in Kidderminster, will increase the demand for open space for recreation which mayput excessive pressure on existing green spaces. Secondly, some species and habitats suchas those of acidic communities cope poorly with breaks in connectivity, while others such asotter can tolerate small disturbances but not a series of small or larger developments within itsrange.

7.3.27 Policy SAL.UP3 in the Site Allocations and Policies DPD proposes to create a CountryPark to the north of Kidderminster, and therefore the pressure for recreation should be alleviatedso that adverse effects on existing sites are unlikely.

7.3.28 Policy in the Core Strategy and the Site Allocations and Policies DPD requiresdevelopments to protect and enhance biodiversity within and outside designated sites, and tomake enhancements to the green infrastructure network. . Policy SAL.UP5 in the Site Allocationsand Policies DPD should be amended to explicitly require cumulative effects to be addressedin ecological surveys, and the supporting text should note the particular risks regardingconnectivity for acidic communities and the cumulative effects of small disturbances on certainspecies.

Cultural Heritage

7.3.29 The SA of the Core Strategy suggests that the planned levels of housing developmentcould have potential for impacts on the integrity of the historic environment. The Site Allocationsand Policies DPD contains policy which requires any development proposal affecting the District'sheritage assets or their setting to demonstrate how these assets will be protected, conservedand where appropriate enhanced. Furthermore, the Core Strategy requires that newdevelopments and their layouts should take into account heritage assets and where possibleutilise historic streets, buildings, spaces and infrastructure as an integral part of the schemedesign. Therefore significant cumulative effects on designated assets are unlikely.

7.3.30 Notwithstanding this, it is possible that the scale of development proposed, particularlyin Kidderminster, will permanently change the character of the town by replacing large areasof old, often undesignated, buildings with new. The cumulative effects of this could be significant.


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There is a recognised relationship between the quality of the historic environment and itscontribution to economic vitality, and this is demonstrated in vacancy rates in the different townsand areas within towns in Wyre Forest.

7.3.31 However, there is policy within the Site Allocations and Policies DPD which requiresdevelopment to build on the quality of the historic environment, maximising opportunities tocontribute to local distinctiveness while at the same time having regard to the traditional designof the locality and avoid inappropriate features and detail. It is therefore likely that any adversecumulative effects arising from developments in Kidderminster will be minimised.

7.4 Proposed Mitigation Measures

7.4.1 As the above sections identify there are some sites and policies that do not score wellthrough the SA when tested against certain objectives. As mentioned above, flood risk providesa particular conflict to many of the sites and policies in the KCAAP. However, it is felt that inmany cases that it is important to retain these options within the KCAAP due to there strategicimportance to the regeneration of Kidderminster. In these cases the District Council believesthat adequate mitigation measures can be taken to guard against the conflicts with the SAobjectives.

7.4.2 Proposed mitigation measures are set out within the tables in appendices C, D and E.The table below summarises the mitigation measures proposed for each of the negative issuesraised.

Influence on the KCAAPProposed Mitigation MeasuresNegative EffectIdentified

For site specific policies where there is an identified flood riskwording should be included to highlight this and to requireappropriate mitigation measures to be implemented as part ofany new development.

Flooding Implement a suitable SUDS scheme toreduce surface water run-off.Locate vulnerable uses at higher levels.Open up existing culverts.Introduce soft landscaping to reducerun-off.

Policies KCA.CC1 Sustainable Transport and KCA.CC2WalkableTown expect new developments to contribute towards a wellconnected and accessible town centre that provides for pedestrian

Transport Improvements to public transport.

Introduction of new bus services.and cycle movement. The Sustainable Transport policy looks toimplement a number of priority projects aimed at improvingtransport, including the ring road and railway station interchange.Improved walking and cycling routes.

Policy KCA.UP7 - Green Infrastructure requires new developmentto provide green infrastructure through their design and link it tothe wider network. Enhancing the contribution of the canal andriver is highlighted specifically.

GreenInfrastructure

Contribution towards the greeninfrastructure network, either financial oractual provision.

Compensatory playing pitch provision.

Policy KCA.UP1 - Urban Design provides detailed guidance ondesign issues to ensure that new developments are appropriatelydesigned.

Design High quality design to ensure thatschemes do not have a detrimentalimpact on their surroundings.

The KCAAP relies on policies within the Core Strategy and theSite Allocations & Policies DPDs for guidance on communityfacilities.

CommunityFacilities

Compensation should be sought for theloss of the existing community facility.


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Influence on the KCAAPProposed Mitigation MeasuresNegative EffectIdentified

Policies KCA.UP5 - Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal andKCA.UP6 - River Stour state that developments should enhancethese waterways role as part of the Green Infrastructure andBiodiversity networks. Furthermore, site specific policies furtherhighlight this guidance where relevant.

Noise/LightPollution

Use of low-impact lighting to minimiseadverse affects.

Sensitive screening, acoustic barriers andsiting.

Implement improvements to wildlifehabitats.

7.5 Uncertainties and Risks

7.5.1 SA is an uncertain process which requires assumptions to be made regarding theimpacts of the policies proposed on the basis of limited or inadequate data. Most of the impactpredictions made in this report are therefore subject to some uncertainty and entail risks.

7.5.2 Themain uncertainty within this report is the availability of baseline data. This has madeit difficult in some cases to identify the current situation and the likely impact future developmentmay have. Uncertainties relating to baseline data will be resolved through monitoring.

7.5.3 The SA Report assesses sites and policy options against the SA Framework andidentified which is the most sustainable. There may also be circumstances where unforeseeneffects occur and these will not have been included within the assessment. A number ofassumptions have been made during the assessment and these are set out within section 5.5.Whilst the policies set out within this DPD are more detailed than those set out within the AdoptedCore Strategy for example, and this DPD refers to specific sites there is still a lot of uncertaintyregarding the exact nature of the development which will take place on sites. An example ofthis is where sites are allocated for a mix of uses, the exact mix of uses could have an impacton the sustainability of the site however, at this stage those details are not clear. Where sitesare allocated for residential development, it is assumed that they will meet the specific policyrequirements set out within the Adopted Core Strategy for affordable housing and renewableenergy for example, however, there are clauses within the Adopted Core Strategy policies toallow for reduced levels of affordable housing or renewable energy where developers candemonstrate that meeting these requirements would render a development unviable. Therefore,there is some uncertainty about whether the assumptions made will be reflected in the actualdevelopment delivered on some of the sites.

7.5.4 The SA Framework uses 21 criteria to assess the sites and policy options. The outcomewill vary depending on the weight afforded to each of the criteria. Although their is no explicitweighting of the criteria, their will be implicit weighting because the 21 objectives are not equallybalanced between the social, economic and environmental areas of sustainability, however,they are all of equal importance.

7.5.5 An example of how some criteria might carry more weight, though not explicitly, is inrelation to flood risk. When ranking the development sites flood risk is identified as a crucialissue and there are negative impacts for some sites. However, flood risk, in this case, canusually be mitigated by good design and this is likely to have a positive impact on the economyand the quality of the local environment, additionally, the sites are in highly accessible towncentre locations and this has a positive impact in terms of reducing the need to travel. Therefore,although flood risk can be a significant issue, where it is mitigated correctly it can lead to otherpositive benefits.


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7.5.6 The consistency in judgements between appraising different policy areas and differentsite uses is important. Considerable work has been carried out to ensure that the effects havebeen treated in a comparable fashion. Details of the assumptions applied for each SA objectiveare set out in section 5.5 of this report. By way of example, there are assumptions made aboutwhat a suitable walking distance is and this has been applied to sites when assessing theiraccess to services and facilities, however, the quality of the walking route has not been assessedmeaning that although some sites are considered to have good access, the walking route maybe unpleasant thus encouraging car use whereas other sites which are more distant fromservices and facilities may still provide access to them by foot as the route is of a higher quality.

7.5.7 The degree to which the SA process can assess secondary, cumulative and synergisticeffects is limited. As there is uncertainty about assessing the immediate effects, onceassumptions start being made about subsequent and cumulative impact the level of uncertaintygrows.


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8 Implementation

8.1 Links to Other Tiers of Plans and Programmes and the Project Level

8.1.1 The Site Allocations and Policies DPD and the KCAAP DPD both sit within the LDF .The first LDF document to be produced was the Core Strategy DPD. All subsequent DPDs,including the Site Allocations and Policies and KCAAP DPDs must be in conformity with theAdopted Core Strategy. The DPDs must also be in general conformity with national planningpolicy.

8.1.2 The Site Allocations and Policies and KCAAP DPDs provide more detailed policies andallocate sites in order to implement the principles set out within the Adopted Core Strategy.The SA of these documents has elaborated on the earlier SA of the Core Strategy.

8.2 Proposals for Monitoring

8.2.1 The following indicators are proposed for monitoring. These indicators are drawn fromthose set out within the SA Framework. These indicators are also being used to monitor thesustainability impacts of the Adopted Core Strategy and as such, information should becomeavailable on these indicators as part of that process. These indicators will also be used tomonitor the the Site Allocations and Policies DPD. However, these indicators may need to beamended to reflect the availability of information.

IMD health profilesNumber of developments (applications approved) which benefit the green infrastructurenetworkLife expectancyAdult participation in sport (NI8)% of new residential development within 30 minutes public transport travel time of keyfacilities.Loss of community facilities as a result of new development.% of villages with key facilities, i.e, primary school, post office, GP, pub, village hall,convenience storeNumber of affordable housing completions (net of demolitions)% of housing completions which are affordable (net of demolitions)% of housing completions by size (gross)% of housing completions by tenure (net of demolitions)Number of additional gypsy/traveller pitches granted permissionNumber of extra care units completedNumber of residential applications refused as a result of poor quality design (applicationsrefused using Policy D1 in Wyre Forest District Adopted Local Plan 2004)% of homes constructed to Code for Sustainable Homes level 4 or aboveNI3: Those who have participated in a local areaAverage number of neighbour and statutory consultation letters sent per planning applicationNumber of new developments incorporating 'Secured by Design' principles (applicationsdetermined using policy D16 in the Wyre Forest District Adopted Local Plan, 2004)% of flatted residential and all commercial developments providing storage for recycling(permissions granted)Volume of household waste recycled (NI192)Household waste collected (excluding recycling)(tonnes)


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District per capita CO2emissionsNumber of major new developments incorporating on-site renewable energy generationAverage energy rating of new housing% of residential completions within Kidderminster, Stourport-on-Severn and BewdleyNumber of developments granted permission which provide cycle parkingNumber of developments granted permission which incorporate travel plansNumber of AQMAs and areas of air quality concern within the District% of new developments incorporating SUDSNumber of new residential developments (permissions granted) where any part of the siteis located in the floodplain (zone 2 and 3)Number of planning permissions granted contrary to EA adviceNumber of applications refused in Conservation AreasNumber of planning permissions granted in Conservation AreasNumber of Listed Building consents grantedNumber of new records added to the HERNumber of applications approved contrary to Natural England recommendationNumber of applications refused because of their potential impact on biodiversity/geodiversity.Condition of SSSIsChange in areas of local biodiversity importanceProportion of local sites where positive conservation management has been or is beingimplemented (NI197).Achievement of BAP targetsNumber of demolition consents (Listed Buildings)Number of demolition consents (Conservation Areas)Number of buildings on the national and local BARs% of Conservation Areas with Conservation Area Appraisals completed/updated within thelast 5 years% of Conservation Areas with Management Plans completed/updated within the last 5years.Number of derelict buildings brought back into use.Amount of best and most versatile agricultural land lost to developmentNumber of planning permissions granted in the Green BeltNumber of hectares of open space and recreational/amenity space lost to development% of new residential completions in Kidderminster and Stourport-on-Severn located onbrownfield landNumber of noise pollution complaintsNumber of light pollution complaints received% of school leavers with 5 A*-C grades% of the District's population qualified to NVQ level 4 or higher% of LDF consultations carried out in accordance with the SCINumber of consultation responses received on LDF documentsNumber of VAT registered businesses within the areaNumber of VAT registered businesses in rural areasNumber of bed spaces developed (Hotels and Guest Houses)Number of tourism related jobsDe-registrations of VAT registered businesses in the area


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New retail development within or on the edge of primary shopping area (Kidderminster andStourport-on-Severn)Net new retail floorspace completed.% of employment land developed on brownfield landNumber of B1 completions


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contributetojobcreation;Aw

arethatthelandscapecontributes

totheformationoflocalculturesand

that

itisabasiccomponent

oftheEuropeannaturaland

culturalheritage,contributingto

human

well-being

andconsolidationof

theEuropeanidentity;

Acknowledgingthat

thelandscapeis

animportantpartofthequality

oflifeforp

eopleeveryw

here:inurbanareasandinthecountryside,in

degraded

areasas

wellasinareasof

high

quality,inareasrecognised

asbeingof

outstanding

beautyas

wellaseveryday

areas;Notingthatdevelopm

entsinagriculture,forestry,industrialand

mineral

productiontechniques

andin

regional

planning,townplanning,transport,

infrastructure,

tourism

andrecreationand,

atamoregenerallevel,changes

intheworldeconom

yareinmany

casesacceleratingthetransformationoflandscapes;W

ishing

torespondtothepublic’swishtoenjoy

high

quality

landscapes

andtoplay

anactivepartinthedevelopm

entoflandscapes;Believing

that

thelandscapeisakeyelem

entofindividualand

socialwell-being

andthatits

protection,managem

ent

andplanning

entailrightsandresponsibilitiesforeveryone.

NAT

IONAL

SAIm

plications

Objectiv

esPo

licy/Plan

/Program

me/Strategy

/Initiative

IncludeSAobjectives

onpreserving

and

enhancingthebiodiversityoftheregion.

TheActprotectsinlawwildlife(birds,animalsandplantslistedintheAnnexes),thecountryside,N

ational

Parks,and

thedesignationofprotectedareas,andpublicrightsofway.

TheWild

lifean

dCou

ntryside

Act

1981

(as

amen

ded)

IncludeSAobjectives

onpreserving

and


Section40

oftheActplaces

adutyupon

allpublic

bodies

tohave

regardtothepurposeofconserving

biodiversity.

TheNER

C(NaturalEn

vironm

entand

Rural

Com

mun

ites)

Act


ALinks to Other Policies, Plans, Programmes and SustainabilityObjectives and How they Have Been Taken into Account

NAT

IONAL

IncludeSAobjectives

onpreserving

and


Thisdocumentsetsoutanapproach

tobiodiversityconservationthatisdesigned

notonlytomeetthe

commitm

enttohalttheloss

ofbiodiversityby

2010,buttoguideactionwellintothesecond

decade

ofthe21stcenturyatatim

ewhenthechallenges

facedby

thenaturalenvironm

entaregreat.Itcomprises:

Con

servingBiodiversity:The

UKApp

roach

DEF

RA(2007)

Ashared

purposeintacklingtheloss

andrestorationofbiodiversity

Theguidingprinciples

thatwewillfollowtoachieveit

OurprioritiesforactionintheUKandinternationally

Indicatorstomonitorthe

keyissues

onaUKbasis

IncludeSAobjectives

onpreserving

and


TheBernConventionisabindinginternationallegalinstrumentinthefieldofnatureconservation,which

coversmostofthe

naturalheritage

oftheEuropeancontinentand

extendstosomeStatesofAfrica.Its

aimsaretoconserve

wild

floraandfaunaandtheirnaturalhabitatsandtoprom

oteEu

ropean

co-operation

inthatfield.

TheBernCon

vention(1979)

TheConventionplaces

aparticularimportanceon

theneed

toprotectendangerednaturalhabitatsand

endangered

vulnerablespecies,includingmigratoryspecies.

Allcountries

thathave

signed

theBernConventionmusttakeactionto:

prom

otenationalpoliciesforthe

conservationofwild

floraandfauna,andtheirnaturalhabitats;

have

regardtotheconservationofwild

floraandfaunaintheirplanninganddevelopm

entpolicies,

andintheirm

easuresagainstpollution;

prom

oteeducationanddissem

inategeneralinformationon

theneed

toconserve

speciesofwild

floraandfaunaandtheirhabitats;

encourageandco-ordinateresearch

relatedtothepurposes

ofthisConvention.

andalso

co-operatetoenhancetheeffectivenessofthesemeasuresthrough:

co-ordinationofefforts

toprotectm

igratoryspecies;

andtheexchange

ofinformationandthesharingofexperienceandexpertise.

Includean

SAobjectiveon

flood

risk.

Thisisacross-governmentprogram

metaking

forwardthedeveloping

strategy

forflood

andcoastal

erosionriskmanagem

entinEngland.

MakingSp

aceforW

ater

IncludeSAobjectives

onpreserving

and


Working

with

theGrain

ofNature–A

Biodiversity

Strategy

forE

ngland

(DEF

RA,

2002)

Aimstoprotectand

enhancebiodiversityby

embeddingitintoalltypes

ofpublicpolicy.

Setsoutdifferentactions

tobe

takenindifferentareas,includingurbanareas,agriculture,w

ater

andwoodland.

Include

SA

objectives

onreducing

consum

ptionandincreasing

recycling.

UKWaste

Strategy

(DEF

RA,2000)

TacklingWasteisessentialtosecuringsustainabledevelopm

ent.

Setstargetstoreduce

theam

ountofwastegoingtolandfill,landfilltax

escalatorw

illhelptoachieve

this.

Key

target:-recycleorcompost30%ofhouseholdwasteby

2010.



NAT

IONAL

Includean

SAobjectiveon

reducing

waste,

increasing

recyclingandprom

otingthe

wastehierarchy.

Promotes

amovetowards

‘One

PlanetLiving’.Reducingwasteisan

importantcontributortothisgoal.

Needtobreakthelinkbetweeneconom

icgrow

thandwastegrow

th,and

usefewer

naturalresources.

Mostp

roductsshouldbe

re-usedor

theirmaterialsrecycled.E

nergyshouldbe

recoveredfrom

other

wasteswherepossible.Forasm

allamountofresidualmaterial,landfillw

illbe

necessary.

WasteStrategy

forE

ngland

2007

(DEF

RA)

VISION:Despite

major

progress

since2000,E

ngland’sperformance

onwaste

stilllags

behind

many

Europeancountries.A

llparts

ofsocietywillhave

toshareresponsibility:

Producerswillhave

tomakeproductsusingmorerecycled

materialsandless

newlyextracted

raw

materials.Theywillhave

todesign

productsthatareless

wastefuland

take

responsibilityforthe

environm

entalimpactoftheirproductsthroughouttheirlife.

Retailerswillhave

toreduce

packaging,source

andmarketproductsthatareless

wasteful,and

helptheirconsumerstobe

less

wasteful.

Consumers–bothbusiness

andindividualhouseholds

–willhave

theopportunitytoreduce

their

ownwaste,purchaseproductsandservices

thatgenerateless

wasteandreduce

environm

ental

impacts,andseparatetheirw

asteforrecycling.

Localauthoritieswillhave

tocommission

orprovideconvenientrecyclingservices

fortheirresidents

andcommercialcustom

ersandadvice

andinformationon

howtoreduce

waste.Theywillalso

have

toworkwith

theircom

munities

toplan

andinvestinnewcollectionandreprocessing

facilities.

Thewastemanagem

entindustry

willhave

toinvestinfacilitiestorecycleandrecoverw

aste,and

provideconvenientwasteservices

totheircustomerstorecycleandrecovertheirwaste.

TheGovernm

ent’s

keyobjectives

areto:

decouplewastegrow

th(in

allsectors)fromeconom

icgrow

thandputm

oreem

phasison

waste

preventionandre-use;

meetand

exceed

theLandfillDirectivediversiontargetsforbiodegradablemunicipalwastein2010,

2013

and2020;

increase

diversionfromlandfillofnon-municipalwasteandsecurebetterintegrationoftreatment

form

unicipalandnon-municipalwaste;

securetheinvestmentininfrastructureneeded

todivertwastefromlandfilland

forthe

managem

ent

ofhazardouswaste;and

getthe

mostenvironm

entalbenefitfromthatinvestment,throughincreasedrecyclingofresources

andrecoveryofenergy

fromresidualwasteusingamixoftechnologies.

IncludeSA

objectives

onreducing

the

need

totravel,andencouragingwalking,

cyclingandtheuseofpublictransportas

alternatives

totheprivatecar.

TheEd

ding

tonTran

sportS

tudy

(2006)

Setsoutthe

importanceofagood

transportsystem

tomaintaining

astrong

econom

y,andthe

importanceofreducing

congestioninurbanareas.

Transportcontributesaround

aquarterofemissionsandisthefastestgrowingsource.Thereisa

need

toreduce

theem

issionsfromthetransportsectorinordertotackleglobalwarming.

Develop

SAobjectiveon

theefficientuse

ofland,prioritisingtheuseof

PDLand

protectingurbangreenspace.

BarkerR

eviewof

Land

Use

Plan

ning

(DCLG

,2006)

Increase

flexibilityandresponsiveness

oftheplanning

system

throughthequickerdeliveryof

developm

entplandocumentsandamorepositiveattitudetodevelopm

ent.



NAT

IONAL

Improvetheefficiencyoftheplanning

process,includingmajorreform

oftheplanning

processfor

majorinfrastructureprojects,and

thestream

liningofpoliciesandprocessesincludingnational

planning

guidance

policy.

Promotemoreefficientuseofland

throughfiscalincentives

toencouragebusiness

propertytobe

keptinuseandtodevelopvacantBrownfieldsites,andareview

ofgreenbeltpoliciestoensure

thatthey

arestillappropriate.

TheLocalDevelopmentFramew

orkshould

bethe

spatial

expression

ofthe

Com

munity

Strategy.

Strong

andPros

perous

Com

mun

ities

–the

LocalG

overnm

entW

hite

Pape

r(Octob

er2006)

Overallvision

ofrevitalised

localauthoritiesworking

with

theirpartnerstoreshapepublicservices

around

thecitizensandcommunities

thatusethem

.RequiresthepreparationofLocalAreaAg

reem

ents.Simplify

procedures

toenabletheco-ordination

ofconsultationon

SustainableCom

munity

Strategies,LocalAreaAgreementsandLocal

DevelopmentFramew

orks.

EngagetheLS

Pinavisioningexercise.

Pillarsof

sustainabledevelopm

entare

interwoven

into

theSA

Process.

The

objectives

consider,social,econom

icand

environm

entalissues.

UKStrategy

forS

ustainab

leDevelop

men

t(2005)

Living

withinenvironm

entallimits.

Ensuringastrong,healthyandjustsociety.

Achieving

asustainableeconom

y.Promotinggood

governance

andusingsoundscienceresponsibly.

Highlightsfourpriorityareasforaction:Sustainableconsum

ptionandproduction,climatechange

andenergy,protectingournaturalresourcesandenhancingtheenvironm

entand

creating

sustainablecommunities

andafairerw

orld.

Foreachoftheseareas,theStrategy

identifiesindicatorsthroughwhich

toreview

progress.

Includes

20UKFram

eworkIndicatorsintended

tocoverkey

impactsandoutcom

esthatreflectthe

priorityareasacross

theUK.

Develop

SA

Objectiveon

encouraging

urbanregeneration.

Urban

White

Pape

r(2000)

Peopleshapingthefutureoftheircom

munity

Peoplelivinginattractivewell-kepttow

nsandcitieswhich

usespaceandbuildings

well.

Gooddesign

andplanning

which

makes

itpracticaltoliveinamoreenvironm

entally

sustainable

way

with

less

noise,pollutionandtrafficcongestion.

Towns

andcitiesabletocreateandshareprosperityinvestingtohelpalltheircitizensreachtheir

fullpotential.

Goodquality

services

–health,education,housing,transport,finance,shopping,leisureand

protectionfromcrimethatmeetstheneedsofpeopleandbusinesses

wherevertheyare.

Develop

SAObjectiveon

prom

otingrural

regenerationthroughimprovinghousing

choice

and

localised

services

inappropriateareas.

RuralWhite

Pape

r(2000)

Supportvitalvillageservices

Modernise

ruralservices

Provide

affordablehomes

Deliverlocaltransportsolutions

Rejuvenatemarkettow

nsandathrivinglocaleconomy

Setanewdirectionforframing.

Preservewhatm

akes

ruralEngland

special

Ensureeveryone

canenjoyan

accessiblecountryside



NAT

IONAL

Givelocalpow

ertocountry

towns

andvillages

Establishesaruralproofingmechanism

toensurethatallm

ajorpoliciesareassessed

fortheirrural

impact.

Develop

SA

Objective

toprom

ote

opportunitiesto

improvehousingchoice

and

provide

affordable

housing

opportunities.

Sustaina

bleCom

mun

ities

Plan

(2003)

Long-term

programmeofactionfordeliveringsustainablecommunities

inurbanandruralareas:-

addressing

thehousingshortage

throughacceleratingtheprovisionofhousing,affordablehousing

andtacklinghomelessness.

Addressinglowdemandandabandonm

ent

Decenthom

esLiveability–improvinglocalenvironm

ents

Protectingthecountryside.

Develop

SAObjectivetoimprovetransport

choice

forlocalresidents

andto

reduce

thedependency

ontheprivatecaras

amodeoftransport.

Tran

sport1

0Ye

arPlan

(2000)

Ten-yearstrategy

forinvestmentinthefuturetocreateprosperityandabetterenvironm

ent.Ap

proach

basedon

integrated

transport,public&privatepartnershipandnewprojectstodeliverabroad

packageofimprovem

entby2010.

50%increase

inrailuse

80%increase

inrailfreight

Traffic

congestionreducedbelowcurrentlevelsparticularly

inlargeurbanareas

10%increase

inbuspassengerjourneys

Safercyclingandwalking

routes,m

ore20mph

areasandHom

eZonesforsaferroads.

Develop

SA

Objectives

relating

toincreasing

theam

ountofenergy

which

isgenerated

from

renewable

sources,

UKClim

ateCha

ngeProg

ramme(1994)

Improvebusiness

useofenergy,stim

ulateinvestmentand

cutcosts.

Energylabels,standards,integratedpollutionpreventionandcontrol,stimulatenewmoreefficient

sourcesofpowergeneration,

reducing

transport

emissions

and

improving

the

energy

efficiency

ofbuildings.

Cutem

issionsfromthetransportsector,promotebetterenergyefficiencyinthedomestic

sector,

improveenergy

efficiencyrequirementsofthebuildingregulations,

Protectingandenhancingforests,

New

targetsforimprovingenergy

managem

entofpublic

buildings,energyefficiencytargetsfor

localauthorities,schoolsandhospitals,developinggreentravelplans.

Develop

SAObjectivetotake

accountof

theeffectsof

climatechange

andthe

locationofnewdevelopm

entintheDistrict.

SternReviewof

theEc

onom

icsof

Clim

ate

Cha

nge(Nov

embe

r2006)

ThePlanningSystem’schiefrolewillbe

encouragingbuildings

andinfrastructuretotake

account

ofclimatechange,particularlyby

limiting

developm

entinfloodplains.

ThePlanningSystemwillbe

akeytoolforencouraging

bothprivateandpublicinvestmentin

locations

thatareless

vulnerabletoclimaterisks

todayandinthefuture.

Develop

SA

Objective

toprom

ote

opportunities

for

renewable

energy

facilitiesinappropriatecircum

stancesand

toimprovetheenergy

efficiencyof

new

buildings.

Energy

White

Pape

r(2007)

CuttheUK’sCarbonDioxide

emissionsby

some60%by

2050

with

realprogress

by2020.

Tomaintainthereliabilityofenergy

supplies.

Toprom

otecompetitivemarketsintheUKandbeyond

helpingtoraisetherateofsustainable

econom

icgrow

thandimproveproductivity.

Toensurethateveryhomeisadequatelyandaffordablyheated.

Envisages

anenergy

system

by2020

thatwillbe

muchmorediverse,usingamuchgreaterm

ixofenergy,especially

electricitysourcesandtechnologies,thereforeaffectingthemeans

ofsupply

andthecontroland

managem

entofdem

and.



NAT

IONAL

Develop

SA

Objective

toprom

ote

opportunitiesto

access

and

enjoythe

District’s

countryside

ina

sustainable

manner.

TheCou

ntryside

andRightsof

Way

Act

(CROW)(2000)

Extendsthepublic’sabilitytoenjoytheCountryside

whilstalsoprovidingsafeguards

forlandowners

andoccupiers.

Creates

anewstatutoryrightofaccess

toopen

country

andregistered

common

land.

Modernise

theRightsofWay

system

GivegreaterprotectiontoSSSIs.

Provide

betterm

anagem

entarrangementsforA

ONBs

Strengthen

WildlifeEnforcementLegislation.

Develop

SA

Objective

toprom

ote

opportunities

toengage

with

local

communities

andaddressdiverselocal

needs.

Diversity

andEq

ualityin

Plan

ning

(2005)

EarlyandeffectiveengagementbetweenLPAsandthecommunities

they

serve.

Planningstaffshouldunderstand

themixofpeoplewithintheirareaandhowitmightbe

changing.

Effectivedataanalysiscombinedwith

localknowledgecanhelpidentifyplanning

needsandmonitor

progress

overtim

e.

Develop

anSAobjectiveto

prom

otethe

re-use

ofpreviouslydevelopedland.

Housing

onPD

Lcanstimulatetherenaissanceofcities,towns

andvillagesandincrease

populationlevels

closetoservices

andfacilities,thus

reducing

traveldem

andandcontributingtoimproved

urbanvitality.

Untap

pedPo

tential–

Iden

tifying

and

DeliveringResiden

tialD

evelop

men

ton

Previous

lyDevelop

edLa

nd(CPR

E,2007)

PPS3reinforces

theGovernm

ent’s

commitm

entto

creatingmixed

andsustainablecommunities,and

nationally

thereisatargettodevelopatleast60%

ofhousingon

PDL.

Thereporthasfivekeyfindings:

Capacity

assessmentsareunderestimatingactualPDLpotential.

Thecontributionofsm

allsitesisunderestimated.

Strong

density

policyhelpsincrease

developm

entonPDL.

Rigorousmonitoringiskeytoaccurateassessmentofsupply.

Proactivedevelopm

entofP

DLstimulates

sustainableurbanrenaissance.

Develop

anSAobjectivewhich

ensures

that

theDistrict’s

inland

waterwaysare

protected

and

enhanced

and

that

sustainable

transport

options

are

considered.

WaterwaysforT

omorrow(DEF

RA,2000)

Thisreportfollowsup

‘AnewDealforTransport:Betterforeveryone’bysetting

outproposalsfor

thefutureofourinlandwaterways–thecanalsandnavigableriversofEngland

andWales.

Theaimsforthe

inland

waterwaysare:toseean

improvingquality

ofinfrastructure;abetter

experienceforusersthroughmoreco-operationbetweennavigationauthorities;and

increased

opportunitiesforallthroughsustainabledevelopm

ent.

Thereportalso

encourages

theuseofwaterwaysforrecreation,education,regeneration,andboth

passengerand

freighttransport.

Develop

anSAobjectivewhich

ensures

that

theDistrict’s

inland

waterwaysare

protected

and

enhanced

and

that

sustainable

transport

options

are

considered.

Plan

ning

aFu

tureforthe

Inland

Waterways

(IWAAC,2001)

Thereportacknow

ledges

thattheinland

waterwaysofEngland

andWales

areanationalasset.

TheGovernm

entw

ishestoimprovethecontributionthatthey

maketoquality

oflifeinbothrural

andurbanareas.

Thiscontributionspas

awiderangeofpolicyobjectives

andthey

aresetout

below.

REGENERAT

ION:A

ctas

aCatalystforeconom

icandsocialregeneration;Increase

developm

ent

valueandtheopportunityforinvestment;Focusandlinkregenerationopportunities;Generate

long-term

econom

icactivity

andopportunitiesforinvestment;Promoteinclusionandquality

oflife.



NAT

IONAL

SPORTANDRECREAT

ION:P

rovide

animportantsportand

recreationresource;C

ontributeto

thehealthandwell-being

ofsociety;Form

corridorslinking

urbanareastothecountryside;Promote

accessibilitytoallm

embersofsociety;Add

valueas

anationalfishery.

TOURISM:Actas

atourismassetintheirownright;provide

alinkbetweenexisting/newattractions;

Supporttheholiday

industrythroughwater-based

activities;P

rovide

world-renow

neddestinations;

Enhance

theenvironm

entand

attractincreasedvisitoractivity.

HERITAGE,C

ULTUREANDTH

ENAT

URALENVIRONMENT:Form

aunique

heritage,cultural,

educational,landscapeandenvironm

entalasset;H

osta

widearrayofimportanthistoricbuildings

andstructures;C

ontributetothediversity

ofthenaturalenvironm

entbysustaining

habitatsand

hostingrarespecies;Contributetoopen

spaceprovision;providearesource

forw

atersupplyand

land

drainage.

TRANSPORT:Contributetointegrated

transportobjectives;P

rovide

transportroutes

onalocal

andnationalscale;A

ctas

awaterbornetransportcorridorforpeopleandfreight;Formimportant

cycling,walking

andpublicaccess

corridors.

Develop

anSAobjectiveto

protectthe

historicenvironm

ent.

Thereportaimsto:

TheHistoric

Environm

ent:AFo

rceforO

urFu

ture

(DCMS,

2001)

Ensurethatthefullpotentialofthe

historicenvironm

entasalearning

resource

isrealised;

Ensurethatthehistoricenvironm

entisaccessibletoeverybodyandisseen

assomething

with

which

thewholeofsocietycanidentifyandengage;


entisprotectedandsustainedforthe

benefitofourownandfuture

generations;


ent’s

importanceas

aneconom

icassetisskilfullyharnessed.

Develop

anSAobjectivethatprotectsall

aspectsofthehistoricenvironm

ent.

TheWhite

papersetsoutchanges

thechangesthat

areproposed

totheheritagesystem

.Themost

relevanttothisscopingexercise

isthestrengtheningofprotectionforvulnerablesites.

Underthissection,

themainchangesinclude:

Herita

geProtectio

nWhite

Pape

r(DCMS,

March

2007)

WorldHeritage

Site

protectionwillbe

strengthened

bytheintroductionofgreaternotificationof

majordevelopm

entsandstrengthened

protectionagainstm

inorworks.

Protectionwillbe

strengthened

forarchaeologicalsiteson

cultivatedland.The

Class

1consent

system

willbe

reformed

topreventw

orkon

siteswhereamanagem

entstrategy

hadnotbeen

agreed.

Designationwillnowincludecomplex

sitesofearly

human

activity

thatdo

nothavestructures.

Subjecttoconsultation;locallydesignated

buildings

couldbe

protectedfromdemolition

andgreater

controlsrestored

overConservationAreas.

Develop

anSAobjectivewhich

protects

thehistoricenvironm

ent.

TheActmakes

provisionforthe

listingofbuildings

andthedesignationofConservationAreas.Itseeks

topreserve

buildings

ofspeciala

rchitectural

orhistoricinterest

andareasof

speciala

rchitectural

orhistoricalinterest,the

characterorappearanceofwhich

shouldbe

preserved.

Plan

ning

(ListedBuildings

and

Con

servationAreas

Act)1

990

Develop

anSAobjectivewhich

protects

thehistoricenvironm

entofthe

District.

TheActconsolidates

andam

ends

thelawrelatingto

ancientm

onum

entsandmakes

provisionforthe

investigation,preservationandrecordingofmattersofarchaeologicalorhistoricalinterest.

Anc

ient

Mon

umen

tsan

dArcha

eological

Areas

Act

1979

The

SA

process

will

ensure

that

sustainabilityisthecentralconsideration

intheCoreStrategy.

Cod

eforS

ustainab

leHom

es–Astep

chan

gein

sustaina

bleho

mebu

ilding

practic

e(DCLG

,2006)

TheCodehasbeen

developedtodrivetheconstructionofsustainablehomes.

Itintroducesminimum

standardsforenergyandwaterefficiencyandincludes

newareasof

sustainabilitydesign

such

aslifetimehomes

andtheinclusionofcompostingfacilities.



NAT

IONAL

Develop

SA

objectives

toprom

otethe

developm

entofsustainablehomes.

Astarsystem

indicatestheoverallsustainabilityperformance

ofahome.

TheCodeprom

otes

reducedgreenhouse

gasem

issions,betteradaptationtoclimatechange

and

areducedimpacton

theenvironm

entoverall.

Develop

SAobjectives

relatingtohealth

andwell-being,accesstogreenspace

and

safeguarding

biodiversity.

NaturalEn

gland’sGreen

InfrastructureGuidancearticulates

NaturalEn

gland’spositioninrelationtogreen

infrastructureplanning

anddelivery,which

isincreasinglyrecognised

asan

essentialpartofsustainable

spatialplanning.Thisisdueinno

smallparttotheroleofgreeninfrastructureas

a‘lifesupportsystem’,

abletodelivermultipleenvironm

entalfunctions,and

toplay

akeypartinadaptingtoandmitigatingclimate

change.

Green

Infrastruc

ture

Guida

nce,Natural

Englan

d(2009)

Using

theguidance,N

aturalEngland

willdriveforwardgreeninfrastructureplanning

anddelivery.

Inparticular,theguidance

willhelpto:

facilitateaco-ordinated

andconsistentapproach

togreeninfrastructurestrategies

supportcolleaguesandguideexternalpartnersintheeffectivedeliveryofsustainable

greeninfrastructure

prom

otethecontributionofgreeninfrastructureto‘place-making’,inadditiontoother

governmentagendas

andlinks

tospatialplanning

inspire

throughbestpracticeexam

ples

andcase

studiesofgreeninfrastructureplanning

and

delivery

inspire

throughbestpracticeexam

ples

andcase

studiesofgreeninfrastructureplanning

and

delivery

demonstratethatgreeninfrastructureadds

hugelytothevalueofplansandprojectsthroughthe

deliveryofmultiplebenefitswhich

otherconventional‘g

rey’infrastructuresolutions

may

notbeable

tooffer

Ensure

the

SA

framew

ork

considers

econom

ic,

social

and

environm

ental

sustainaibility.

Nationa

lPlann

ingPo

licyFram

ework

(DCLG

,March

2012)

TheNationalPlanningPolicyFram

eworkisaradicalstream

liningofexistingPlanningPolicy

Statements,P

lanningPolicyGuidanceNotes

andsomecircularstoform

asingleconsolidated

document.

Theframew

orksetsoutthe

Governm

ent's

keyeconom

ic,socialand

environm

entalobjectives

and

theplanning

policiestodeliverthem

.Theframew

orkhasatits

hearta

'presumptioninfavourofsustainabledevelopm

ent'.

Ensure

that

the

LDF

incorporates

adequate

framew

ork

incorporates

adequate

site

allocations

and

criteria

Plan

ning

forT

ravellerS

ites(DCLG

,March

2012)

Seeks

toconsolidateandstream

lineplanning

policyforsitesforG

ypsies,TravellersandTravelling

Showpeople.

Seeks

tobringthedevelopm

entofsuchsiteswithintheGreen

Beltintolinewith

residential

developm

entintheGreen

Belt.

based

policies

fordelivering

sites

for

Gypsies,

Travellers

and

Travelling

Showpoeple.

Enables

LocalPlanningAuthoritiestoderivelocaltargetsforG

ypsy

andTravellerpitchprovision.



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Ensurethatthecontentofthe

consultation

documentis

considered

whenassumptions

aremadeduringtheSAassessmentof

possiblesitesforG

ypsies,Travellersand

TravellingShowpeople.

The

SA

process

will

ensure

that

sustainabilityisthecentralconsideration

intheKidderminster

CentralA

reaAction

Plan.

PPS1

–DeliveringSu

staina

ble

Develop

men

t(2005)

Contributingtosustainableeconom

icdevelopm

ent.Protectingandenhancingthenaturaland

historicenvironm

ent,thequality

andcharacterofthe

countryside

andexistingcommunities.

Ensuringhigh

quality

developm

entthrough

good

andinclusivedesign

andefficientuseofresources.

Com

munity

involvem

enttopresenta

shared

vision

andstrategy

ofhowthearea

shoulddevelop

toachievemoresustainablepatternsofdevelopm

ent.

Highquality

inclusivedesign

inthelayoutofnewdevelopm

entsandindividualbuildings

interms

offunctionandimpact.

Considerpeople’sdiverseneedsandaimtobreakdownunnecessarybarriersandexclusions

tobenefitthewholecommunity.

Policiesshouldtake

accountofenvironm

entalissuessuch

as:

Mitigationofeffectsandadaptationtoclimatechange

throughthereductionofgreenhouse

gasem

issionsandtheuseofrenewableenergy,airquality

andpollution,land

contam

ination,

protectionofgroundwaterfromcontam

inationandnoiseandlightpollution.

Protectionofthewidercountryside

andimpactofdevelopm

entonlandscapequality,

conservationandenhancem

entofw

ildlifespeciesandhabitats.The

prom

otionofbiodiversity.

Needtoimprovebuiltandnaturalenvironm

entinandaround

urbanareasandrural

settlem

entsincludingtheprovisionofgood

quality

open

space,conservationofsoilquality,

preservationandenhancem

entofbuiltandarchaeologicalheritage.

Develop

SAobjectives

onbothmitigating,

and

adapting

toclimate

change

and

ensureprinciples

setoutunder‘Selecting

land

forDevelopment’arerepresented

withintheSAFram

ework.

PPS:

Plan

ning

andClim

ateCha

nge–

Supp

lemen

ttoPP

S1(DCLG

2007)

Setsoutthe

roleofplanning

inaddressing

climatechange.

PlanningAuthoritiesshouldprovideaframew

orkthatprom

otes

andencourages

renewableand

lowcarbon

energy

generation.

Whenallocatingland

fordevelopment,sustainabilitycriteria

setoutwithinthedocumentshouldbe

considered.

Develop

SAObjectiveto

safeguardthe

greenbeltand

open

countryside

and

maximisetheuseofpreviouslydeveloped

land.

PPG2–Green

Belts

1995

Preventurbansprawlbykeepingland

permanently

open,stoppingtowns

merging

intooneanother

andtopreserve

thesetting

andspecialcharacterofhistorictowns,and

toassistinurban

regeneration,by

encouragingtherecyclingorderelictand

otherurban

land.

Assum

ptionagainstdevelopmentthatm

aybe

considered

inappropriateintheGreen

Beltresulting

in;the

loss

ofopen

space,disproportionateadditions

overandabovethesize

oftheoriginaldw

elling

andnewuses

associated

with

developm

entconflictingwith

openness

andtheloss

ofvisualam

enity.



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WhenconsideringGreen

Beltboundariesand/orreview

ingthem

Authorities

mustconsidercarefully

whethertheland

shouldbe

betterreservedforfuturedevelopm

entand

thus

ease

thepressureon

otherlandthatshouldhave

thelong-term

protectionoftheGreen

Belt.

Safeguarded

land

shouldbe

locatedwherefuturedevelopm

entw

ouldbe

anefficientuseofland,

wellintegratedwith

existingdevelopm

ent,andwellrelated

topublictransportandotherexisting

andplannedinfrastructure,so

prom

otingsustainabledevelopm

ent.

Develop

SAObjectives

toprovideawider

choice

ofhousing

through

improving

affordabilitytocreateinclusiveandmixed

communities

inallareas

oftheDistrict.

PPS3

–Hou

sing

(DCLG

,2010)

Ensurewidechoice

ofhousingtypesavailable(bothaffordableandmarket).

Deliverbetterbalance

betweendemandandsupplyandimproveaffordability.

Createsustainable,inclusiveandmixed

communities

inallareas.

Developmentsshouldbe

attractive,safeanddesigned

andbuilttoahigh

quality.Theyshouldbe

locatedinareaswith

good

access

tojobs,key

services

andinfrastructure.

Ensure

that

sites

are

assessed

asgreenfieldwhereappropriate.

Housing

land

assessmentsandhousingmarketassessm

entstobe

carriedoutbyLPAstoinform

LDFs

andRSS.

Highquality

housingthatisdesigned

andbuilttoahigh

standard.

Asufficientquantity

ofhousingtaking

intoaccountneedanddemandandseekingtoimprove

choice.

Rem

oved

garden

land

fromthedefinition

of'brownfield'.

Rem

oves

theminimum

density

requirement.

Ensurethateconom

icgrow

thisfully

considered

withintheSAframew

ork.

PPS4

-Plann

ingforS

ustainab

leEc

onom

icGrowth

(2009)

Setsoutthe

nationalplanningpolicyforeconomicdevelopm

ent.

Thedocumentdefines

econom

icdevelopm

entand

setsoutobjectives

foreconomies.

Setsoutpoliciesforachieving

theeconom

icobjectives.

Ensures

thatthehistoricenvironm

entis

adequatelycoveredwithintheSA

framew

ork.

PPS5

-Plann

ingforthe

Historic

Environm

ent(2010)

ReplacedPPG15

andPPG16

once

finalised.

Setsoutpoliciesforthe

conservationandenhancem

entofthe

historicenvironm

entthrough

the

planning

system

.Appliestothoseparts

ofthehistoricenvironm

entw

hich

have

statutoryprotection

butalsocoversheritageassetswhich

arenotcurrentlydesignated

orarenotcapableofdesignation

undercurrentheritageprotectionlegislation,butw

hich

have

alevelofinterestw

hich

shouldbe

conservedandwherepossible,enhanced.

TheGovernm

ent's

broadaimisthatthehistoricenvironm

ent,andheritageassetsinparticular,

shouldbe

conserved,enhanced

andenjoyedforthe

quality

oflifethey

bringtothisandfuture

generations.

Anumberofobjectives

andpoliciesaresetoutforachieving

theforvision.

Includean

SAobjectiverelatingtohealth

andwell-being.

PPG8–Teleco

mmun

ications

(1991)

Facilitatethegrow

thofnewandexistingtelecommunications

system

swhilstkeeping

the

environm

entalimpacttoaminimum

.Protectpublichealth.

Protectthecountryside

andurbanareas–especiallynationalparks,areas

ofoutstandingnatural

beauty,S

SSI’s,G

reen

Belts,and

areasandbuildings

ofarchitecturalorhistoricimportance.

Authoritiesshouldseek

nottopreventcom

petitionbetweenoperatorsandshouldnotquestionthe

need

forthe

proposed

developm

ent.



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Thesharingofmastsandsitesisstronglyencouraged

wherethatrepresentstheoptim

umenvironm

entalsolutioninaparticularcase.

Encourage

rollouttoruralareas

whilstm

anagingpotentially

undesirableimpactsupon

the

environm

ent.

Include

asustainability

objective

tomaintain/enhance

biodiversity

and

geologicalconservationwithintheDistrict.

PPS9

–Biodiversity

andGeo

logical

Con

servation(2005)

Policiesshouldseek

tomaintain,orenhance,oraddtobiodiversityandgeologicalconservation

interests

Policieson

theform

andlocationofdevelopm

entshouldtake

astrategicapproach

totheconservation

andenhancem

entofbiodiversity

andgeology,andrecognisethecontributions

thatindividualsites

andareasmaketoconserving

theseresourcesinthewiderenvironm

ent

Developmentpoliciesshouldprom

oteopportunitiesforthe

incorporationofbeneficialbiodiversity

andgeologicalfeatures

withinthedesign

ofdevelopm

ent.

Policiesshouldaimtomaintain,enhance,oraddto,biodiversity

andgeologicalconservation

interests,includingincorporatingfeatures

intodevelopm

ent

Include

SA

Objective

toplan

for

sustainablewastemanagem

ent.

PPS1

0–Plan

ning

forS

ustainab

leWaste

Man

agem

ent(2005)

Protecthuman

healthandtheenvironm

entbyproducingless

wasteandby

usingitas

aresource

whereverpossible.

Stepchange

intheway

wasteishandledandsignificantnewinvestmentinwastemanagem

ent

facilities.Providing

sufficientopportunitiesfornew

wastemanagem

entfacilitiesoftherighttype,

intherightplaceandattherighttim

e.Wastemanagem

entshouldbe

considered

alongsideotherspatialplanningconcerns,suchas

transport,housing,econom

icgrow

th,naturalresourcesandregeneration.

Gooddesign

andlayoutinnewdevelopm

entcan

helptosecureopportunitiesforsustainablewaste

managem

ent,includingforkerbsidecollectionandcommunity

recyclingas

wellasforlargerw

aste

facilities.

TheWasteHierarchy:R

eduction,Re-use,RecyclingandCom

posting,EnergyRecovery,Disposal.

Ensurethat

thesearefully

considered

intheKidderminsterCentralAreaActionPlan

DPD.

Setsouta

numberofobjectives

forLocalSpatialPlanning:

PPS1

2–CreatingStrong

,Safean

dPros

perous

Com

mun

ities

throug

hLo

cal

SpatialP

lann

ing(2008)

produceavision

forthe

futureofplaces

thatresponds

tothelocalchallenges

andopportunities,

andisbasedon

evidence,a

senseoflocaldistinctivenessandcommunity

derived

objectives,w

ithin

theoverallframew

orkofnationalpolicyandregionalstrategies;

translatethisvision

intoasetofpriorities,programmes,policies,andland

allocations

togetherwith

thepublicsectorresourcestodeliverthem

;createaframew

orkforprivateinvestmentand

regenerationthatprom

otes

econom

ic,environm

ental

andsocialwellbeing

forthe

area;

coordinateanddeliverthepublicsectorcomponentsofthisvision

with

otheragenciesandprocesses

[egLA

As];

createapositiveframew

orkforactionon

climatechange;and

contributetotheachievem

entof

SustainableDevelopment.

Develop

SA

Objective

toprom

ote

opportunitiesforsustainablemodes

oftransportincludingwalking,cyclingand

publictransport.

PPG13

–Tran

sport(2001)

Promotedevelopm

entw

ithinurbanareasatlocations

highlyaccessibleby

means

otherthanthe

privatecar.

Locatemajorgeneratorsoftraveldem

andinexistingcentres,which

arehighlyaccessibleby

means

otherthantheprivatecar.



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Strengtheningexistinglocalcentres,which

offera

rangeofeveryday

community,shoppingand

employmentopportunities,andaimtoprotectand

enhancetheirviabilityandvitality.

Maintainandimprovechoice

forpeopletowalk,cycleorcatchpublictransportratherthan

drive

betweenhomes

andfacilitieswhich

they

tend

tovisitregularly.

Limitparkingprovisionfordevelopmentsandotheronoroffstreetparkingprovisiontodiscourage

relianceon

thecarforworkandotherjourneyswherethereareeffectivealternatives.

Develop

SAObjectivetotake

accountof

theeffectsof

climatechange

andthe

locationofnewdevelopm

entintheDistrict.

Developmentp

roposalsshouldensure

that

land

useisappropriate

inthelight

ofanyknow

nlandslide

risk.

PPG14

–Develop

men

tonUns

tableLa

nd(1990)

Encourage

fullandeffectiveuseofland

inan

environm

entally

friendlymanner.

Given

propersafeguards,landwhich

hadbeen

damaged

byminingorotherindustrialactivities

orwhich

isnaturally

unstablecanoftenbe

puttoappropriateuses.

Theprincipalaimsofconsideringland

instabilityare:

Tominimisetherisks

andeffectsofland

instabilityon

property,infrastructureandthepublic.

Tohelpensurethatvarious

typesofdevelopm

entshouldnotbeplaced

inunstablelocations

without

appropriateprecautions.

Tobringunstableland,w

herepossible,backintoproductiveuse.

Any

necessaryprotectionorremedialw

orks

willnotleadtosignificantadverseenvironm

ental

effectsatthesiteorelsewhere.

Builtdevelopm

entm

aynotbeappropriateunless

adequateandenvironm

entally

acceptableslope

stabilisationmeasuresareincluded.

Ensurethatnewdevelopm

entissuitableforthe

ground

conditionsatits

locationandwillnotbe

threatened

bysubsidence

inthenearfuture.

Develop

SA

Objectiveto

preserve

and

enhance

open

space

and

recreational

facilitieswithintheDistrict.

PPG17

–Plan

ning

forO

penSp

ace,Sp

ort

&Recreation(2002)

Tomaintainan

adequatesupplyofopen

spaceandsportsandrecreationalfacilities.

Highquality/value

open

spaces

shouldbe

recognised

andprotectedthroughappropriatepolicies.

Localauthoritiesshould;avoidanyerosionofrecreationalfunctionandmaintainorenhancethe

characterofopenspace.

Encourage

betteraccessibilityofopen

spaces

andrecreationalfacilities.Localplanningauthorities

shouldensurethatnewfacilitiesareaccessibleby

walking,cyclingandpublictransportas

alternatives

totheuseofthecar.

Openspacehasmultiplefunctions:definingandseparatingurbanareas,supportregeneration,

improvequality

oflife,prom

otehealthandwellbeing,provide

havens

andhabitatsforfloraand

fauna,actasacommunity

resource

andas

avisualam

enity.

Include

anSA

objective

relating

tolandscapeandtownscape.

Tohelp

everyone

involved

inthedisplayof

adverts

tocontributepositivelyto

theappearance

ofan

attractiveandcared-forenvironm

ent.

PPG19

–Outdo

orAdv

ertis

emen

tCon

trol



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Develop

anSA

Objective

toprom

ote

opportunities

for

renewable

energy

facilitieswithintheDistrictinappropriate

circum

stances.

PPS2

2–Ren

ewab

leEn

ergy

(2004)

Shouldcontainpoliciesdesigned

toprom

oteandencourageratherthatrestrictthe

developm

ent

ofrenewableenergy

resources.

LPA’sshouldrecognisethefullrangeofrenewableenergy

sources,theirdifferingcharacteristics,

locationalrequirementsandpotentialforexploitingthem

subjecttoappropriateenvironm

ental

safeguards.

Small-scaleprojectscanprovidealim

itedbutvaluablecontributiontooveralloutputsofrenewable

energy

andtomeetingenergy

needsbothlocally

andnationally.

LPA’sandLS

Psshouldfostercommunity

involvem

entinrenewableenergy

projectsandseek

toprom

oteknow

ledgeofandgreateracceptanceby

thepublicofprospectiverenewableenergy

projectsthatareappropriatelylocated.

Develop

SAObjectives

tosafeguardwater,

airand

soil

quality

and

toseek

toremediatecontam

inated

land.

PPS2

3–Plan

ning

andPo

llutio

nCon

trol

(2004)

Aimtokeep

aparthousing

andotherdevelopmentssensitive

topollutionfrompollutingorpotentially

pollutinguses,w

heresuch

uses

cannotreasonablycoexist.

Policiesfordevelopmentonandremediationofexistingcontam

inated

andderelictland.

Controland

minimisepollution

Intermsofcontam

inated

land,identify

andremoveunacceptablerisks

tohuman

healthandthe

environm

ent

Theprinciples

ofsustainabledevelopm

entand

theprecautionaryprincipalshouldbe

takeninto

account

Develop

andSA

indicatorrelatingtoquality

oflife.

PPG24

–Plan

ning

&Noise

(2001)

Noise-sensitivedevelopm

entsshouldbe

locatedaw

ayfromexistingsourcesofsignificantnoise.

Policiestoavoidpotentiallynoisydevelopm

entsinareaswhich

have

remainedrelativelyundisturbed

bynoisenuisance

andareprized

fortheirrecreationaland

amenity

valueforthisreason.

Thecharacterofthe

noise(and

frequency)shouldbe

takenintoaccount,as

wellasits

level.

Considerationshouldbe

giventowhetherproposalsfornew

noisesensitive

developm

entw

ould

beincompatiblewith

existingfacilities.

Planningauthorities

shouldconsiderboththelikelylevelofnoise

exposureatthetim

eofthe

applicationandanyincrease

thatmay

reasonablybe

expected

intheforeseeablefuture.

Measurestocontrolthe

source

of,orlimitexposureto,noise

include;engineering,layoutand

restrictingoperationtim

es/activities

permitted

onasite.

Develop

SA

objective

toreduce

and

managetheriskoffloodingintheDistrict.

Toensurethatflood

riskistakenintoaccountatallstages

intheplanning

processtoaccountatallstages

intheplanning

processto

avoidinappropriate

developm

entin

areasat

riskof

flooding,

andto

direct

developm

entaway

fromareasathighestrisk.

PPS2

5-Develop

men

tand

Floo

dRisk

(2006)

EnsurethattheSAtakesintoaccountthe

roleoftheplanning

system

indeveloping

opportunitiesforsustainabletourism.

Goo

dPractic

eGuide

onPlan

ning

for

Tourism

(DCLG

,2006)

Thedocumentstatesthattheplanning

system

hasavitalroletoplay

intermsoffacilitatingthe

developm

entand

improvem

entoftourisminappropriatelocations.

Thedocumentpintsoutthatthe

planning

system

,bytaking

apro-activeroleinfacilitatingand

prom

otingtheimplem

entationofgood

quality

developm

ent,iscrucialtoensuringthatthetourism

industrycandevelopandthrive.Atthe

sametim

e,theplanning

system

aimstoensurethatthese

benefitsareachieved

inthemostsustainablemannerpossible.

Thedocumentemphasises

thattheplanning

processprovides

theopportunitytohelptomakenew

developm

entm

oresustainable,boththroughthepreparationofdevelopm

entplans

andwhen

decisionsaretakenon

specificschemes.The

outcom

esshouldbe

developm

entswhich:provide

well-designed,safeandaccessibledevelopm

ent,andcreatenewopportunitiesthatwillimprove



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thewellbeing

ofindividualsandtheregenerationofcommunities;resultinthemoreefficientuse

ofland

andbringforwardsufficientlandtomeeta

widerangeofexpected

needs;providea

supportiveframew

orkforeconomicgrow

thandsuccessfulbusiness;createvibrant,vitaland

viable

towncentres;reduce

theneed

totravel;andprotectand

enhancethenaturaland

builtenvironm

ent

andsafeguardnaturalresources.

EnsuretheSAcontains

anobjectiveto

increase

walking

andcyclingandreduce

theneed

totravelbytheprivatecar.

PhysicalActivity

andtheEn

vironm

ent

Nationa

lIns

tituteforH

ealth

andClin

ical

Excellenc

e(Jan

uary

2008)

Theguidepresentstherecommendations

on‘Promotingandcreatingbuiltornaturalenvironm

ents

thatencourageandsupportphysicalactivity’.

Theguidance

presentsthefirstnational,evidence-based

recommendations

onhowtoimprovethe

physicalenvironm

enttoencouragephysicalactivity.Itdemonstratestheimportanceofsuch

improvem

entsandtheneed

toevaluatehowthey

impacton

thepublic’shealth.

Therecommendations

are:

1.Involvecommunities

andexperts

indeveloping

strategies,policiesandplanstoensurethe

potentialforphysicalactivity

ismaximised

andensurethatlocalfacilitiesandservices

are

easilyaccessibleon

footandbicycle,andthatchildrencanparticipateinphysicallyactive

play.

2.Ensurepedestrians

andcyclistsaregiventhehighestlevelofprioritywhendesigningnew

developm

ents.

3.Planandprovideacomprehensive

networkofpedestrianandcycleroutes

which

offer

everyone

convenient,safeandattractiveaccess

toworkplaces,homes,schoolsandother

facilities.

4.Ensurepublicopen

spaces

canbe

reachedon

footorby

bicycleandby

publictransport.

5.Ensuredifferentparts

ofcampussitesarelinkedby

pedestrianandcycleroutes

andensure

thatnewworkplacesarelinkedtopedestrianandcycleroutes.

EnsuretheSAincludes

anobjectiveon

provisionof

homes

tomeetthe

needsof

allpeople.

Lifetim

eHom

es,Lifetim

eNeigh

bourho

ods:

ANationa

lStrateg

yforH

ousing

inan

Age

ingSo

ciety(DCLG

,2008)

Theageing

societyposesoneofourgreatesthousing

challenges.By2026

olderpeoplewillaccount

foralmosthalf(48

percent)oftheincrease

inthetotalnum

berofhouseholds,resulting

in2.4million

moreolderhouseholdsthan

therearetoday.

Today,mostofourhomes

andcommunities

arenotdesignedtomeetpeople’schanging

needs

asthey

grow

older.Olderpeople’shousingoptions

aretoooftenlim

itedtocarehomes

orsheltered

housing.Putsimply,weneed

moreandbetterhom

esforolderpeoplenow.

Vision:W

ewanttoprepareourcom

munities

forthe

multiplechangesthatwewillface;to‘future

proof’oursocietyso

thatitdoes

notalienateorexclude;andtoalloweverybody,regardless

ofage,

toparticipateandenjoytheirhom

eandtheirenvironm

entforas

long

aspossible.

Itisnotjustlifetim

ehomes

thatareneeded,butlifetimeneighbourhoods,w

here

olderpeoplearenotleftoutorforgottenbecausethey

cannotaccess

buildings

orpublicspaces.

Wewillensurethereforethatallpublic

housingwillbe

builttoLifetim

eHom

esStandards

by2011.

Ouraspirationisthatallnew

housingwillbe

builttothesestandardsby

2013.

Itisnotjustlifetim

ehomes

thatareneeded,butlifetimeneighbourhoods,w

hereolderpeopleare

notleftoutorforgottenbecausethey

cannotaccess

buildings

orpublicspaces.



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TheSA

should

includean

indicatoron

climatechange

andem

issions.

TheClim

ateof

theUKan

dRecen

tTrend

s(2009)

Had

leyCen

tre

Warmingoftheglobalclimatesystem

isunequivocal,with

globalaveragetemperatureshaving

risen

bynearly0.8ºC

sincethelate19thcentury,andrisingatabout0.2ºC/decadeoverthepast

25years.

Itisverylikelythatman-madegreenhouse

gasem

issionscaused

mostofthe

observed

temperature

risesincethemid20thcentury.

Globalsea-levelrisehasacceleratedbetweenmid-19thcenturyandmid-20thcentury,andisnow

about3mmperyear.Itislikelythathuman

activities

have

contributed

betweenaquarterand

ahalf

oftheriseinthelasthalfofthe20thcentury.

CentralEngland

Temperaturehasrisen

byabouta

degree

Celsius

sincethe1970s,with

2006

beingthewarmestonrecord.Itislikelythattherehasbeen

asignificantinfluence

fromhuman

activity

ontherecentwarming.

Annualm

eanprecipitationoverEngland

andWales

hasnotchanged

significantlysincerecords

beganin1766.S

easonalrainfallishighlyvariable,butappearstohave

decreasedinsummerand

increasedinwinter,although

with

little

change

inthelatteroverthe

last50

years.

AllregionsoftheUKhave

experienced

anincrease

overthepast45

yearsinthecontributionto

winterrainfallfromheavyprecipitationevents;insummerallregions

exceptNEEngland

andN

Scotland

show

decreases.

Therehasbeen

considerablevariabilityintheNorthAtlanticOscilla

tion,butw

ithno

significanttrend

overthepastfewdecades.

Severewindstormsaround

theUKhave

becomemorefrequentinthepastfewdecades,though

notabove

thatseen

inthe1920s.

Sea-surface

temperaturesaround

theUKcoasthaverisen

overthepastthreedecadesby

about

0.7ºC.

Sea

levelaroundtheUKrose

byabout1mm/yrinthe20thcentury,correctedforlandmovem

ent.

Therateforthe

1990sand2000shasbeen

higherthan

this.

Need

tobalance

econom

icand

environm

entalsustainabilityissues.Whilst

free

parking

may

stimulate

the

local

ThePo

rtas

Review-anindepend

entreview

into

thefuture

ofou

rhighstreets(M

ary

Portas,D

ecem

ber2

011)

Providesanumberofrecom

mendations

forimprovinghigh

streetsandtowncentres.

Relevantrecom

mendations

include:

econom

yby

increasing

retailspend

intown

Implem

entfreecontrolledparkingwithintowncentresandhave

aparkingleague

table.

centres

itcould

bedetrimental

toenvironm

ental

sustainability

ifit

encourages

peopletodrive.

Addressingtheuseclasssystem

tomakeiteasiertochange

uses

ontheHighStreet.

Puttingbetting

shopsintotheirownuseclass.

Makeexplicitapresum

ptioninfavouroftowncentredevelopm

entinthewording

ofthe

NationalPlanningPolicyFram

ework.

EnsurethattheSA

framew

orkdirectsretail

developm

enttotowncentres.

Introduce

SecretaryofState''exceptionalsign-off'forallnewout-of-tow

ndevelopm

entsand

require

allnew

largedevelopm

entstohave

an'affordableshops'quota.

Run

ahigh

profile

campaigntogetpeopleinvolved

inNeighbourhood

Plans.

PromotetheinclusionoftheHighStreetinNeighbourhood

Plans.

Developersshouldmakeafinancialcontributiontoensurethatthecommunity

hasastrong

voiceintheplanning

system

.



REG

IONAL

SAIm

plications

Objectiv

esPo

licy/Plan

/Program

me/Strategy

/Initiative

EnsurethattheRSD

FObjectives

are

reflected

withintheSAobjectives.

Reg

iona

lSus

tainab

leDevelop

men

tFram

ework–Refresh

edVe

rsion(2008)

Aimstohelppeopledevelopreview

andimplem

entstrategies,policiesandplansintheWestM

idlands

region.Tooltohelpthishappen,bysetting

outa

common

setofobjectives

basedaround

fourthem

es,

designed

tohelptheRegionmovetowards

amoresustainablefuture.

SustainableConsumptionandProduction:includes

objectives

tousemorerecycled

materialsin

construction,prom

otehigh

standardsofresource

efficientconstruction,reduce

dependence

ontheprivate

car,minimisewaste,encourage

localsourcingoffood,goods

andmaterials,reducedependence

onfossilfuels,andencouragesocialandenvironm

entalresponsibilityam

ongstbusinessesandindividuals.

Clim

ateChangeandEnergy:includes

objectives

toreduce

energy

consum

ption,increase

thesupplyof

renewableandlow-carbonenergy,

reduce

greenhouse

gasem

issions,andimplem

enta

managed

response

totheeffectsofclimatechange.

NaturalResourceProtectionandEn

vironm

entalEnhancement:includes

objectives

toprotectand

restore

environm

entalassets,maintainandrecreatebio-diversity,m

inimiseallformsofpollution,prom

otelocal

distinctivenessandsenseofplace,encouragelocalstewardshipoflocalenvironm

ents,and

prom

ote

environm

entaljustice.

SustainableCom

munities:includesobjectives

toprom

otecommunity

engagement,ensureaccess

tojobs

andservices,tacklepoverty,reducehealthinequalities,provideaffordablehousingforall,reduce

crime,andprom

otelifelonglearning.

Ensure

that

consideration

ofthe

historic

environm

ent

ids

fully

incorporated

withintheSAprocess.

Ourheritageencompasses

allthatw

ewishtolook

afterand

pass

ontofuturegenerations.The

strategy

focuses

ononeelem

ent–

thehistoricenvironm

ent-which

includes

historicbuildings

andstructures,historic

and

designed

landscapes,tow

nscapesandarchaeologicalsitesandmonum

ents.These

assetshave

evolvedover

manycenturiesandmaketheWestM

idlandsunique.

Reg

iona

lHistoric

Environm

entS

trateg

y-

Putting

theHistoric

Environm

enttoWork

AStrategy

forthe

WestM

idland

s2010-12015

Thisdocumentsetsout:

Abriefdescriptionoftheplaces

andspecialqualitiesthatmakeup

thehistoricenvironm

entofthe

region.

Som

eofthesuccessesandachievem

entsofthemanypeopleandorganisations

who

cham

pion

and

careforhistoric

places.

Thestrategy

–People,PlacesandPolicies–form

akingthemostofthe

positivecontributionofthe

historicenvironm

ent.

Anactionplan

(anannextothisdocument)–so

thatourvisioncanbe

realised

overthecomingyears.

Develop

SAObjectiverelatingtothe

provisionofhousingforallpeople.

WestM

idland

sHou

sing

Strategy

2006

–2021

Createmixed,balancedandinclusivecommunities

Assistinthedeliveryofurbanandruralrenaissance

asperR

SS

Influence

futuredevelopm

entofnew

housingprovisiontofacilitateandenhanceeconom

icdevelopm

ent

Address

varietyofdifferenthousingneeds

See

thatDecentH

omes

standardsaremet

Achieve

socialandotheraffordablehousing

Achieve

sustainableaccess

tominimiseenvironm

entalresourceconsum

ptionandtrafficandimprove

thequality

oftheenvironm

ent



REG

IONAL

Develop

anSAobjectivetoprom

ote

theuseofpublictransportinlinking

destinations.

WestM

idland

sVisitorE

cono

myStrategy

(2008)

Needtocreatesuccessfulsustainabledestinations

Needtofocuson

keydestinations

andgateways

Encouragesthedevelopm

entof,andinvestmentin,thedestinations

ofthefuture

Developingsustainabletourismandtransportinitiatives

Focuspublicandprivatesectorinvestmentonthesustainable(re

)developmentofkey

visitordestinations

Focuson

‘sense

ofplace’,‘liveability’andauthentic

localproducts

Link

destinations

usinginformation,signageandintegrated

publictransport

Develop

sustainableprojects:

Tomeetm

arketneeds

Tofitwith

establishedthem

esWith

professionalbusiness

planning

Throughpartnershipworking

IncludeSAObjectivetoincorporate

opportunitiesforrenewableenergy

generationwithintheDistrict’snew

developm

ents.

WestM

idland

sEn

ergy

Strategy

(2004)

Setsouthow

theregion

cancontributetowards

thedevelopm

entofrenew

ableenergy

andgreatertake

upofenergy

efficiency.

2020

vision:D

elivered

theWestM

idlandscommitm

enttotheclimatechange

challenge.

Ensured

asustainable,secureandaffordablesupplyofenergy

foreveryone.

Strengthened

theRegion’seconom

iccapability

Overallaimsofstrategy:Toimproveenergy

efficiency,toincrease

theuseofrenewableenergy,to

ensurethatbusiness

benefitsfromcommercialopportunitiestoproduceenergy

efficientproducts/initiatives.

Toprovidefocusedandpracticaldelivery.

Ensure

that

the

SA

framew

ork

recognises

theimportanceofaccess

togreenspace.

WestM

idland

sReg

iona

lForestry

Fram

ework(2004)

Thevision

istocreateaviableandinclusivewoodlandandforestrysectorthatmaximises

sustainable

developm

entthrough

thedeliveryofeconom

ic,environm

entaland

culturaland

socialbenefitstothe

peopleoftheregion.

Aim

toincrease

significantlywoodlandcover,linkedtotheRegionalSpatialStrategy

andlocalplans.

Toprom

otetheroleofwoodlandandforestryintheeffectivedeliveryofpublicbenefits.

Supportthedevelopm

entofw

oodenergy

throughtheevolving

renewableenergy

resource,through

improved

awarenessandsupport.

Increase

thediversity,qualityandaccessibilityofwoodlandrecreation,forlong-term

publicaccess.

SocialInclusion.E

nhancing

opportunitiesforeveryonetoexperienceandenjoytrees

andwoodlands.

Protectingandenhancingthebiodiversityandecologicalvalueofourw

oodlands.

Improvethecontributionthattrees

andwoodlands

provideforournatural,builtandhistoricenvironm

ent.

Forregeneration;em

beddingwoodlands

andforestryas

akeycomponentofnewandrevitalised

green

spaceanddevelopm

entsitesinandaround

ourtow

nsandcities.

Develop

SAobjectivetoprotectand

enhance

the

biodiversity

ofthe

District.

WestM

idland

sReg

iona

lBiodiversity

Strategy

(2005)

Maintainandimprovethecondition

ofhabitats,species

andecosystems

Develop

anarea

basedapproach

torestoringwildlife

Monitorthe

condition

ofhabitats,species

andecosystems

Reconnectandintegrateactionforbiodiversity

with

otherenvironm

ental,socialandeconom

icactivity

Copewith

theimpactofclimatechange



REG

IONAL

Include

SA

objectives

relating

tofloodingandnaturalresources.

Severn

Tren

tWater

Resou

rces

Plan

2005-2010

Dem

andforw

aterisprojectedtostay

essentially

flat,andisthereforenota

driver.

Abstractionreductions

may

berequiredtoachieveenvironm

entalobjectives

such

asreducing

nitrate

levels.

Overthe

25yearplanning

period,thereisapotentialneedforsignificantnew

strategicwaterresource

developm

entstocounterthe

impactsofclimatechange.

Therearemanyassumptions

anduncertaintiesinthecalculations

ofavailablewatersupplyanddemand.

Includean

SAobjectiveon

improved

healthandwell-being.

Cho

osingHealth

:Reg

iona

lHealth

and

Well-B

eing

Strategy

(WMRA,2008)

Vision:‘’Tomaintain,enhance,improveandprotectthe

healthandwell-being

ofpeopleintheRegion

andtoreduce

healthinequalitiesby

2020

withinenvironm

entallimits,soas

nottocomprom

isehealthy

lifeforfuturegenerations’’

Key

aimsincludereducing

healthinequalities;eliminatingchild

poverty;ensuringhealthissues

are

prom

oted

inotherstrategies;partnershipworking;and

prom

otinghealthandwell-being

andsustainable

developm

entasan

integrated

agenda.

Planningcanassistindeliveringthevision

by;creatingsustainablecommunities;identifyingsitesfor

healthandeducationfacilities;andmaximisinginvestmentthrough

planning

agreem

ents.

IncludeSA

Objectivetoidentifyflood

riskmanagem

entoptions

andany

environm

entalenhancements.

Fluv

ialS

evernFloo

dRiskMan

agem

ent

Strategy

(2006)

50yrframew

orkform

anagem

entofflood

riskanda5yrplanforcapitalinvestmentinflood

defence

managem

ent.

Identifyandassess

potentialsolutions:economically,

technically

andenvironm

entally.

Identifypreferredflood

riskmanagem

entoptions

andanyenvironm

entalenhancements.

Inlocations

wherethereareno

significantpopulations

atflood

risk,andwhereitwouldbe

econom

ically

viable,the

preferredenvironm

entaloptionwouldbe

tomanageretreattoallowreclam

ationofthefloodplain.

Along

term

vision

fordevelopmentcan

deliverreducedflood

risk.

Includean

indicatoron

affordable

housing.

SHMAupdateatMarch

2007

show

sahighersurplusofopen

markethousing

forsaleinWyreForestandalso

asurplusinprivaterented

accommodation.(Privaterented

sectorused

bythoseunabletoaccess

othertenures).

Mainchange

-no.ofsocialre-letsfalling

greatly

from501to391.Thismeans

thereisashortfallof107ayear.

SouthHou

sing

MarketA

rea:

South

Hou

sing

MarketA

ssessm

ent(2007)

Add

inthosehouseholds

which

cannotbuy

at50%

LQpricegivesatotalshortfallof303

affordablehousing

units

p.a.Thisisnearly5tim

estheprojectedlevelofnew

affordablesupply.OnlyStratfordandWarwickDistricts

have

agreatershortfall.NB2007/08saw84

affordableunits

completed

with

over100predictedfor2008/09.

Includean

indicatoron

housingfor

allm

embersofthecommunity.

BoththeLocalA

uthorityresidentialsitesarefull.30

additionalpitchesrequiredforG

ypsies

onexistingpublic

andprivatesites.Itmay

bepossibleform

oreprivatesitestobe

setuptocaterforsomeofthisneed.N

eedto

considersuitabilityandsustainabilityofsitesinStourportarea.

SouthHou

sing

MarketA

rea:

Gyp

syan

dTravellerA

ccom

mod

ationAssessm

ent

(2007)

The

SA

will

need

toinclude

anobjective

onclimate

change

and

seek

toreduce

theimpactthatnew

developm

enthas

onem

ission

levels.

UKCIP09

setsoutregionalclim

atechange

projections

forthe

2020s,2050sand2080sbasedon

threedifferent

emission

levelscenarios.

Theheadlinefindingsforthe

WestM

idlandsRegionare:

UKCIP

2009

WestM

idland

sReg

ion

2020s: M

eanWintertem

peratureriseofbetween0.5o C

and2.1o C

MeanSum

mertemperatureriseofbetween0.7o C

and2.5o C



REG

IONAL

Changes

inannualmeanprecipitationofbetween-4%and+6%

Changes

inwinterm

eanprecipitationofbetween-1%and+15%

Changes

inmeansummerprecipitationofbetween-22%

and+15%

2050s: M

eanWintertem


and3.5o C

MeanSum

mertemperatureriseofbetween1o C

and4.8o C

Changes


Changes

inwinterm

eanprecipitationofbetween1%

and31%

Changes


and+13%

2080s: M

eanWintertem


and5.2o C

MeanSum

mertemperatureriseofbetween1.3o C

and11.3

o CChanges


Changes

inwinterm

eanprecipitationofbetween3%

and51%

Changes


and+11%

Ensure

that

the

SA

framew

ork

includes

anindicatorrelating

torenewableenergy.

Thedocumentassessesthecapacityforrenew

ableenergy

withintheWestM

idlandsregion

until2030.The

studyuses

theDECCmethodology.Thestudyhasproduced

acomprehensive

assessmentofthe

available

renewableenergy

resource

byDistrict.

ThekeyfindingsforW

yreForestDistrictare:

Reg

iona

lRen

ewab

leEn

ergy

Stud

y(2011)

TheDistricthasapotentialcapacity

of800M

Wofrenewableenergy,representingaround

2%ofthetotal

capacityoftheWestM

idlandsregion.

69%ofthetotalidentified

capacityisfromwindresourcesand30%isfrommicro-generation.

3MW

ofpotentialhydropowerhasbeen

identifiedwithintheDistrict.

Energyfromwasteoffersthemostsignificantresourceforthe

Districttocapitaliseupon.

Around5%

oftheregion'scapacityforhydropowerlieswithintheDistrict.

Micro-generationofferssignificantopportunitieswithintheDistrict.

COUNTY

SAIm

plications

Objectiv

esPo

licy/Plan

/Program

me/Strategy

/Initiative

Ensurethat

theLA

AObjectives

are

reflected

withintheSAFram

ework.

“ACountywith

safe,cohesive,healthyandinclusivecommunities,a

strong

anddiverseeconom

yandavalued

andcherishedenvironm

ent.”

Worcestersh

ireLo

calA

reaAgreemen

t(2006)

Identifies36

outcom

esunder6

them

aticblocks

asfollows:



COUNTY

A.C

ommunities

thataresafeandfeelsafe

B.A

betterenvironm

entfortodayandtomorrow

C.E

conomicsuccessthatisshared

byall

D.Improvinghealthandwellbeing

E.M

eetingtheneedsofchildrenandyoungpeople

F.Strongercommunities

Includes

anoutcom

eunderA

asfollows:

A5:To

improvethequality

oflifeofpeoplelivinginBroadwatersandHorsefair.

Ensure

that

the

vision

and

key

priorities

are

reflected

inthe

SA

framew

ork.

TheSustainableCom

munity

Strategy

addressessixthem

es:

Partne

rshipTowards

Excellenc

e–Th

eSu

staina

bleCom

mun

ityStrategy

for

Worcestersh

ireSE

CONDED

ITION2008

–2013

Com

munities

thataresafeandfeelsafe

Abetterenvironm

entfortodayandtomorrow

Economicsuccessthatisshared

byall

Improvinghealthandwellbeing

Meetingtheneedsofchildrenandyoungpeople

Strongercommunities

-coveringarangeofissues

includinghousing,cultureandvolunteering.

Thethirtyprioritiestobe

tackledaresetoutunderthe

sixthem

es.

Vision

–“A

Countywith

safe,cohesive,healthyandinclusivecommunities,a

strong

anddiverseeconom

yandavalued

andcherishedenvironm

ent”

EnsurethattheStructurePlan

policies

are

incorporated

into

the

SA

Fram

ework.

Worcestersh

ireCou

ntyStructurePlan

(1996–2011)

Long

term

planning

documentcoveringtheperiod1996-2011.

Encourage

andprom

oteland

useactivities

thatwilllead

toinimprovem

entinthequality

orair,water

andland.

Seekareductionintheconsum

ptionofenergy

andfinite

resourcesthroughthemoreefficientuseof

resources,recycling,theuseofrenewablesourcesandthereductionintheam

ountofwasteproduced.

Protectfromdamagingdevelopm

entand

land

useactivity,and

enhance,biodiversityanddiverseand

importantenvironm

ental.Landscapetownscape

andhistoricfeatures

andcharacteristics.

Ensuretheintegrationofdevelopm

entw

ithinthelandscapeinordertoprotectand

enhanceessential

landscapecharacteristicsandfeatures.

Protectandexpand

amenity

areasandopen

spaces,and

access

tothem

,inbothtownandcountry.

Meetthe

housingrequirementsofthepopulationofthenewCountythroughtheprovisionofan

adequaterangeofhousingincludinggeneralm

arket,affordableandsocialhousinginaway

which

protectstheenvironm

entand

makes

themosteffectiveuseoftheexistingsettlem

entpattern.

Worktowards

abetterbalance

betweenhousing,em

ployment,socialandcommunity

facilitieswithin

settlem

ents

Encourage

developm

entthatw

illhelpretainandenhancetheidentity,characterand

vitalityof

settlem

ents.

Promoteenergy

efficientconstruction,design

anddevelopm

entpatterns.

Seekthelocationofdevelopm

entinareaswhich

willminimisetheneed

totraveland

reduce

the

distancesrequiredtobe

travelled(energyefficientlocations)



COUNTY

Guide

newdevelopm

enttolocations

thatcanbe

served

byachoice

oftransportmodes

forboththe

movem

entsofpeopleandfreight.

Supportandfacilitatethedevelopm

entofalternativemodes

oftraveltothe

car.

Facilitatethestrengtheninganddiversificationoftheeconom

icbase

oftheRegionandofWorcestershire

bytheprovisionofamixed

portfolioofdevelopm

entlocations

andsitesandby

theenhancem

entand

managem

entofanattractiveCountyenvironm

ent.

Encourage

urbanandruralregeneration

Supportthe

enhancem

ent,developm

entand

integrationof,and

access

to,a

rangeofrecreationfacilities

bothwithinandaround

settlem

ents.

Seektoreduce

crime,thefearofcrimeandanti-socialbehaviourbyintroducing

crimepreventionas

amaterialconsiderationintotheland-use

anddevelopm

entplanningprocess.

Prudentuseofnaturalresources

inordertominimisetheiruse

andtoconserve

them

forfuture

generations.

Thereisaprimaryneed

toreduce

energy

usewhereverpossibleatallstagesofthedevelopm

ent

process.

Theloss

ofordetrimentalimpacttotheCounty’senvironm

entalassetsorlandscapecharactershould

beavoided.

Encourage

developm

entonpreviouslydevelopedland

Deliversustainablepatternsofdevelopm

ent,which

allowaccessibilitytojobs,education,health,

shopping,leisureandotherlocalservices.

Akeyelem

entofsustainabilityistoensurethattowncentreswithintheCountyarenot

undermined

bydevelopm

entproposalselsewhere.

Skylines

andhillfeatures

andprom

inentviewsofsuch

features

contributetolocallandscape

character

andas

such

shouldbe

protectedfromdevelopm

ent.

Theprincipleofsustainabledevelopm

entm

ustbeappliedtoagriculturalland,andthiswillrequire

the

protectionofthebestandmostversatileagriculturallandforfuturegenerations,w

hilstrecognising

the

environm

ental,econom

icandsocialneedsofruralareas.

Developmentw

illbe

expected

toincorporatemeasurestopreventthe

pollutionofwatercoursesand

aquifers.

Supportforproposalsthatincorporaterenewableenergy/energyefficiencymeasures.

The

TransportStrategy

for

Wyre

Forest

has

been

reflected

inthe

Adopted

Core

Strategy.

The

site

Worcestersh

ireLo

calTrans

portPlan

3(2011)

Setsoutthe

transportstrategy

forW

orcestershire

andidentifiesanumberofschem

esforW

yreForest

Districtincluding:

specific

DPDs

will

provide

greater

TheHoobrookLink

Road.

detailon

these

schemes.The

SA

framew

orkreflectstheprinciples

ofsustainabletransport.

KidderminsterRingRoadjunctionandpublicrealmimprovem

entschem

e.KidderminsterStationimprovem

entschem

e.Kidderminstertowncentrepublicrealmimprovem

entschem

e.Kidderminstertrafficandparkingmanagem

entstudy.

Kidderminsterminortrafficimprovem

entschem

es.

Kidderminstersecurecycleparkingscheme.

StourportA451MinsterRoad/WorcesterStreetjunctionimprovem

ents.



COUNTY

StourportReliefR

oad.

Stourport-on-Severntowncentrepublicrealmenhancem

ents.

Stourport-on-Severntrafficandparkingmanagem

entstudy.

Stourport-on-Severnminortransportimprovem

entschem

es.

Stourport-on-Severn(SevernsidetoAreleyKings)w

alk/cyclebridge

scheme.

Bew

dley

(Welch

Gate)AQMAremediationscheme.

Bew

dley

towncentrepublicrealmenhancem

entschem

e.Bew

dley

trafficandparkingmanagem

entstudy.

Bew

dley

minortrafficimprovem

entschem

es.

Bew

dley

walk/cyclebridge

scheme.

A456Kidderminster-M

5-Junctions

3and4-Inter-urban

corridormaintenance

and

improvem

ent.

A448-K

idderminstertoBromsgrove

-Inter-urban

corridormaintenance

andimprovem

ent.

A449-K

idderminster-W

orcester-Inter-urban

corridormaintenance

andimprovem

ent.

Blakedown-S

tationEnhancementS

chem

e.Stourbridge

raillineenhancem

entschem

e.

EnsurethattheSA

framew

orkincludes

onobjective

onsustainable

waste

managem

ent.

Worcestersh

ireWaste

CoreStrategy

Subm

ission

Doc

umen

t(Ju

ne2011)

TheWasteCoreStrategy

istheplan

forW

orcestershire'swaste.Itwillsetouthowthewasteproduced

withintheCountywillbe

managed.

TheCoreStrategy

willsetoutalong-term

vision

forthe

developm

entofw

astemanagem

entfacilities,

objectives

toaddresstheissues

andastrategy

fordelivery.

Itsetsoutthe

spatialstrategy

forthe

locationofnewwastefacilities.

Safeguardsexistingwastefacilitiesfromnon-wasterelateduses.

Requiresnewdevelopm

entstoprovidespaceforseparatingandstoringwasteforrecycling.

Identifiesanumberofareas

ofsearch

fornew

facilitieswithintheKidderminsterandStourport-on-Se

vern

areas.

Develop

SAobjectivetosafeguardand

enhance

biodiversity

and

prom

ote

creationofappropriatenewhabitats.

Worcestersh

ireBiodiversity

ActionPlan

(2008)

Takesobjectives/targetsofUKBAPandtranslatesthem

intoaWorcestershire

context

ContainsHabitatA

ctionPlans

for19keywildlifehabitatsandSpecies

ActionPlans

for20keyspecies

HabitatA

ctionPlans

aimtopreserve

habitatsandtheirassociatedspeciesby

protectingexistingsites,

restoringdegraded

sitesandwhereappropriatecreatingnewsites.

Species

ActionPlans

aimtoprotectviablepopulations

throughprotectingandenhancingthem

.

Ensure

that

the

SA

framew

ork

recognises

the

importance

ofsustainabletourism.

Destin

ationWorcestersh

ireTourism

Strategy

(2008)

Helpprovideahigh

quality

experienceforallvisitors,and

tobringeconom

ic,socialand

environm

ental

benefitthroughagrow

ingandsustainablevisitoreconomy

Take

opportunitiestolinkwith

regionalandcountyinitiatives

ontheeconom

y,transport,environm

ent,

leisureandculturaldevelopmentw

herethey

impacton

tourismandtourismcanmakeacontribution

Encourage

walking,cycling,thedevelopm

entof‘quietlanes’,publictransportinterchangepointsand

coachparties

andothertransportinitiatives

thatstrengthen

appealtovisitors.



COUNTY

Include

SA

Objective

toimprove

community

consultation.

Theintegrationofcultureintoenvironm

entalinitiatives

helpstobringpeopleandtheplanning

processcloser

together.P

rogram

sthatmakeuseofcreativity

inaddressing

environm

entalissuescanprom

oteeven

greater

empathyandaw

arenessacross

aWorcestershire

community,w

hich

alreadyvalues

itsbuiltheritageand

naturalenvironm

entveryhighly.

Thebenefitsinclude:

ACulturalS

trateg

yforW

orcestersh

ire(2009-2013)

betterunderstanding

oftheneedsofenvironm

entalissues(throughacrosscuttingandintegrated

approach)

managingtourismandbalancingtheneedsoflocalpeoplewith

prom

otingsustainablegrow

th(through

awarenessandawidereducationalcontext)

directandrealimprovem

entstonaturalassets

strengtheningsupportforcommunity-based

projects

getting

residentsactivelyinvolved

inenvironm

entalimprovem

ents

Note

the

principles

setoutin

the

MineralsLocalP

lan

andensure

the

openness

ofthe

green

belt

ismaintained.

Worcestersh

ireMineralsLo

calP

lan(1997)

Identifiespreferredareasforthe

working

ofsand

andgravelintheCountyandsetsourdetailedpolicies.

ProposalsintheGreen

Beltm

ustcontributetoGreen

Beltpurposesby

maintaining

openness

and

visualam

enity

andmustbeenvironm

entally

andecologicallyacceptable.

Allproposalsmustbeaccompanied

bydetailedproposalsforthe

reclam

ationofthesitetoan

agreed

afteruse.

Include

SA

Objective

toprom

ote

recreational

opportunities

whilst

protecting

and

enhancing

the

environm

ental

qualities

ofthe

countryside.

Worcestersh

ireCou

ntryside

Accessan

dRecreationStrategy.(2003

–2013)

Provides

theStrategicManagem

entFramew

orkforissuesrelatingtocountryside

access

andrecreation

withinWorcestershire.

Vision:“To

developacountryside

recreationcultureinWorcestershire

inwhich

residentsandvisitors

alikebenefitfromtheopportunitytoaccess

arangeofhigh

quality

countryside

recreationopportunities.

Thiswillbe

plannedandimplem

entedhaving

respectforthewishesofbothlandow

nersandthelocal

community

andensuringtheutmostprotectionofenvironm

entalinterests.

Ensuringopportunityisavailabletoallsections

ofthecommunity

toenjoythecountryside.

Securingandprom

otingopportunitiesforcountryside

access.

Encouraging

andenablinglocalcom

munities

tobecomeinvolved

inandtake

actiontoshareand

increase

thelocalbenefits

ofcountryside

recreationopportunities.

Manageandprom

oteresponsibleland

useactivities

soas

toreduce

thepotentialforconflictbetween

alltypes

ofland

users,communities

andruralenterprises.

Makinguseofrecreationalopportunitieswhilstprotectingandenhancingtheenvironm

entalqualities

ofthecountryside.

Provide

arangeoffacilitiesofhigh

standardtoensurethatthedifferingdemands

andaspirations

ofusersarecateredfor,tohelppeopleenjoyandappreciatetheirrecreationalexperiences.

Contributingtoandprom

otingtheassociated

healthandwellbeing

qualities

associated

with

countryside

recreationactivities.

Raise

awarenessoftheopportunitiesandbenefitsofcountryside

recreationtothediversificationof

theruraleconomy,inparticularinits

supportforlocaltourism.

Encourage

andprom

otetheuseofagreatervarietyoftransportmodes

toaccess

thecountryside

and

inparticularalternatives

tothecar.

IncludeSAObjectivetoidentifyflood

riskmanagem

entoptions

and

any

environm

entalenhancements.

Fluv

ialS

evernFloo

dRiskMan

agem

ent

Strategy

(2006)

50yrframew

orkform

anagem

entofflood

riskanda5yrplanforcapitalinvestmentinflood

defence

managem

ent.

Identifyandassess

potentialsolutions:economically,

technically

andenvironm

entally.



COUNTY

Identifypreferredflood

riskmanagem

entoptions

andanyenvironm

entalenhancements.

Inlocations

wherethereareno

significantpopulations

atflood

risk,andwhereitwouldbe

econom

ically

viable,the

preferredenvironm

entaloptionwouldbe

tomanageretreattoallowreclam

ationofthe

floodplain.

Along

term

vision

fordevelopmentcan

deliverreducedflood

risk.

IncludeSA

Objectiveon

prom

oting

opportunitiesforsustainabletravelto

reduce

transportem

issions.

Worcestersh

ireClim

ateCha

ngeStrategy

(2005)

Raise

awarenessoftheissueofClim

ateChange&its

impacton

theCounty.

ReduceClim

ateChangecausinggasem

issionsacross

theCountyby

aminimum

of10%from2005

levelsby

2011

and20%by

2020

Adapttoandplan

forthe

inevitableimpactsofClim

ateChangeon

theCountyby

focusing

onanumber

ofkeysectorsincluding;Com

mercial,Voluntary&Public

Service,Industry,N

ewDevelopments,P

ublic

Transportand

Waste.

Ensurethat

theSAreflectsthekey

water

related

challenges

and

that

theseareaddressedwithintheDPD

whererelevant.

Plan

ning

forW

ater

inWorcestersh

ire–

Tech

nicalR

esearchPa

per(2008)

ThepurposeofthisTechnicalR

esearchPaperistoprovideaconsistent,strategicapproach

tothe

managem

entofw

aterby,identifyingthekeyissues

andimplications

surroundingthemanagem

entof

waterintheCountyso

thatwaterrelatedissues

canbe

properlyandstrategically

plannedforatan

early

stageintheplan

makingprocess.

Thedocumentidentifies

anumberofw

aterrelatedchallenges

andissues

which

need

tobe

addressed

withintheplanning

system

withinWorcestershire.Theseare:adaptingtothechallenges

ofclimate

change

(droughtandflooding);Preventingandmanagingsurface

ground

andfluvialflooding;Ensuring

sufficientw

atersupply;Ensuringsufficientsew

eragecapacity(infrastructure);Biodiversity

enhancem

ent

andtheroleofgreeninfrastructure(wetlands,woodlands

etc)inflood

managem

entand

watercycle;

Improvingwaterefficiencyindevelopm

ents;Improvingwaterquality.

Incorporatean

indicatorrelatingtothe

generationofrenewableenergy

within

theDistrict.

Plan

ning

forR

enew

ableEn

ergy

inWorcestersh

ire–Tech

nicalR

esearch

Pape

r(2008)

Identifiesthatthereispotentialtogenerateagreaterlevelofrenewableenergy

withinWorcestershire

than

ispresently

achieved;

Rivers,stream

sandwatercourseswithintheCountycouldbe

exploitedtoprovidehydro-electricpower;

Largeareasofthecountyhave

averagewindspeeds

sufficientforthegenerationofenergy

fromwind

turbines,w

iththegreatestpotentialinWychavonandBromsgrove

districts;

Biomassenergy

hassignificantpotentialinWorcestershire,w

ithsubstantialexistingwoodlandand

high

potentialyieldsforenergycrops;

Solarirra

diation(theam

ountofsunlightfallin

gon

theground)acrosstheCountyas

awholeisrelatively

high,and

coulddeliverbothelectricityandhotw

aterthroughtheincreaseduseofsolarpanels;

Worcestershire

falls

withinan

area

thatiscapableofutilising

theheatoftheground,airandwaterto

contributetowards

heatingenergy

needs.

Thepaperseeks

tocollateexistingbaselineinformationtoallowan

informed

view

tobe

takenon

the

need

andsupportforan

expansioninrenewableenergy

capacity.

TheSAshould

includean

objective

relatingto

climatechange.

Policies

should

consider

fully

theimpactsof

climatechange

bothnowandintothe

future.

Thepaperreviewsem

erging

good

practice,identifieskeyclimatechange

issues

withinWorcestershire,and

makes

recommendations

asto

howpolicycancontributetowards

theGovernm

ent’s

aspirationof

a60%

reductioninCO2levelsby

2050.

Plan

ning

forC

limateCha

ngein

Worcestershire

(Techn

icalResearchPa

per)

2008



COUNTY

TheSAframew

orkshouldincludean

objectiverelatingto

agriculturalland

classificationinordertosafeguardthe

best

andmostversatile

agricultural

land

withintheDistrict.

Thepaperidentifies

theimportanceofsoils

which

areafinite

resource.Thepaperseeks

tosafeguardthe

bestandmostversatileagriculturallandanddirectdevelopm

entstoareasoflowersoilquality

which

areless

productive.

Considerstheimportanceofsoils

forbiodiversity,geodiversity

andgreeninfrastructure.

Plan

ning

forS

oilsin

Worcestersh

ire(Techn

icalResearchPa

per)2010

Ensure

that

the

SA

objectives

recognise

the

need

toprovide

employmentopportunitiesandarange

ofhousingas

wellastheimportance

ontowncentres.

TheWorcestershire

LocalInvestmentP

lansetsout12strategicprioritiesforthe

County:

Worcestersh

ireLo

calInv

estm

entP

lan

(March

2011)

Developinghigh

grow

them

ploymentsites.

Creatingandsustaining

employmentinWorcestershire'smaincentres.

Supporting

theeconom

icstabilityofWorcestershire'stowns.

Developinghousingtosupporthighgrow

them

ploymentsitesandmainem

ploymentcentres.

Supporting

housingmarketsinWorcestershire'stowns.

Deliveringsustainableruralhousing.

Meetingspecialneeds.

Improvingexistinghousingstock.

Strengtheningthehighwaysinfrastructure.

Improvingpublictransport.

Developingsocial,com

munity

andgreeninfrastructure.

ManagingWorcestershire'sresources.

EnsuretheSAframew

orkincludes

anobjective

relating

tolandscape

character.

TheLandscapeCharacter

SGseekstoexplaintheconceptsoflandscapeandlandscapecharactera

ndto

offerguidanceintheapplicationofLandscapeCharacterAssessm

ent.

Worcestersh

ireLa

ndscap

eCha

racter

Supp

lemen

tary

Guida

nce(Octob

er2011)

Thedocumentsetsoutdetailedinformationon

each

ofthelandscapetypesfoundwithintheCounty.

DISTR

ICT

SAIm

plications

Objectiv

esPo

licy/Plan

/Program

me/Strategy

/Initiative

Imperative

that

the

central

them

esof

the

Com

munity

Strategy

arereflected

inthe

SAFram

ework.

WyreFo

rest

DistrictS

ustainab

leCom

mun

ityStrategy

(2008)

TheSustainableCom

munity

Strategy

setsoutthe

followingvision

forthe

District:W

yreForestisavibrant

Districtwhereallourcommunities

enjoyahigh

quality

oflife,andpeoplevaluethem

selves

andoneanother.

Residentsofallagesreceiveefficientservices

andplay

anactivepartinthesuccessandwellbeing

ofthe

District.Ourunique

andbeautifulrurallandscape

ispreserved;ourthree

uniquelyidentifiableriverside

towns

andtheoutlyingvillagesthrive,sociallyandeconom

ically.

WyreForestDistrictisasafe,prosperousand

healthyplacetolive,workandplay.

TheSustainableCom

munity

Strategy

ispresentedininter-relatedblock,each

with

itsow

npriorities,theseare

setoutbelow:



DISTR

ICT

Com

munities

thatareSafeandfeelSafe:Improvethequality

oflifeforpeoplewho

liveinWyreForest

byreducing

crimeanddeliberatefires;reassurethepublicby

reducing

thefearofcrime;reduce

the

harm

caused

byillegaldrugs;andbuild

respectincommunities

andreduce

anti-socialbehaviour.

ABetterE

nvironm

entforTodayandTomorrow:Tohave

cleaner,greener,saferpublicspaces;Toreduce

greenhouse

gasem

issionsandadapttotheimpactsofclimatechange;Toreduce

wasteandincrease

re-use

andrecycling;To

protectand

improveWyreForestsnaturalenvironm

ent/biodiversity.

EconomicSuccess

thatisSharedby

All:To

developavibrantand

sustainableeconom

y,by

attracting

andretaininghigh

grow

thandnichebusinesses

toWyreForestDistrict;Todeveloptheeconom

icinfrastructure;To

improvetheskillsbasedofthepopulation;To

ensureaccess

toeconom

icbenefits.

Improved

Health

andWellbeing:Toincrease

thelifeexpectancy

ofadultsandtoreduce

theincidence

ofcoronaryheartdisease

andcancer;Toimprovethequality

oflifeofolderpeople,especiallythose

with

alim

iting

long-term

illness;Toreduce

healthinequalities;Improved

lifechoicesforpeoplewith

mentalhealth

problems.

MeetingtheNeeds

ofChildrenandYoungPeople:Supportchildrenandyoungpeopletolead

healthy

lifestyles;Improvetheem

otionalw

ell-being

ofchildrenandyoungpeople;P

reventbullying,andsupport

childrenwho

have

been

affected

byit;Protectchildrenandyoungpeoplewho

areatriskofharm

orneglect;Ensurethatchildrenandyoungpeoplearerespectedandvalued

intheircom

munities;A

ctively

involvechildren,youngpeopleandtheirfam

ilies

indecisionsthataffecttheirlives;S

upportthe

implem

entationofExtendedServicesinWyreForestDistrict;R

aise

theeducationalachievementofall

childrenandyoungpeople,fromthosewho

findlearning

challengingtothemostgifted

andable;To

enrichtheexperiences

anddevelopm

entofchildrenandyoungpeoplethroughactivity

andpositive

contribution;Ensurethatchildren,youngpeopleandtheirfam

ilies

have

things

todo

andenjoyintheir

communities;Increasetheparticipationofyoungpeopleaged

16andoverineducation,em

ployment

andtraining;Ensurethatallchildrenandyoungpeopleandtheirfam

ilies

liveinsatisfactory

accommodation.

StrongerCom

munities:Improveaccess

tolearning,participationandculturalopportunities;Increase

participationincultural,leisureandrecreationalactivities;Improveaccess

toservices,including

advice,

supportand

facilities;Increase

theavailabilityofdecent,appropriateandaffordablehousing;Improve

housingconditions;Accesstohousingandpreventinghomelessness;To

reduce

theimpactoftraffic

congestionupon

WyreForest;Improvepassengertransportleadingtoimproved

accessibilityandan

increase

inpassengernum

bers;Increasetheuseofsustainabletravelm

ethods;E

nsurethevalueof

theVoluntaryandCom

munity

Sector(VCS)and

volunteersisrecognised

across

theDistrict;E

mpower

localpeopletohave

agreaterchoiceandinfluence

overlocaldecisionmakingandagreaterrolein

publicdelivery;Improvethequality

oflifeforpeopleinthemostdisadvantaged

neighbourhoods

(Oldington

andFoleyParkward)andensureserviceprovidersaremoreresponsive

toneighbourhoodneedsand

improvingtheirdelivery;To

reduce

incomedeprivationincludingchild

andpensionerpoverty.

EnsurethattheSAframew

ork

recognises

thepolicieswithin

theCoreStrategy.

TheWyreForestDistrictCoreStrategy

was

adoptedinDecem

ber2010andsetoutthevision

forthe

Districtup

until

2026.TheCoreStrategy

provides

theoverallD

evelopmentS

trategy

forthe

Districtandsetsouta

numberofpolicies

todeliverthevision.TheCoreStrategy

focusesnewresidentialand

employmentdevelopmentonbrow

nfieldsites

inandaround

KidderminsterandStourport-on-Severn.

WyreFo

restDistrictAdo

pted

CoreStrategy

(2010)

The

SA

Fram

ework

should

reflect

the

aims

ofthe

developm

entstrategy.

WyreFo

rest

DistrictA

dopted

LocalP

lan

(2004)

Overallvision:“toestablishaframew

orkforachieving

asustainablebalancebetweendevelopm

entnecessary

tomeetthe

needsoftheDistrictandtheconservationofthediversecharacterofthe

area’sbuiltandnatural



DISTR

ICT

environm

ents.Instrivingtoachievethisbalance,thePlan

willhelptoensureabetterqualityoflifeforresidents,

visitorsandfuturegenerations.”

PrincipleaimsoftheDevelopmentS

trategy:accom

modatethedevelopm

entneeds

oftheDistrictas

setout

intheWorcestershire

CountyStructurePlan1996

–2011,inasustainablemannerbyconcentratinghousing

andem

ploymentdevelopmentinthemaintowns

ofKidderminsterandStourport-on-Severn.

Place

anem

phasison

urbanregenerationandrecyclingofland

andbuildings

particularly

form

ixed-use

developm

entinoradjacenttothemaintowncentres.

Concentrateretail,commercial,leisureandofficeuses

inKidderminsterTownCentre

andtoalesserextent

Stourport-on-Severntowncentre.

Enablethediversificationoftheruraleconomywhilstgenerallylim

iting

ruralhousing

provisiontolocalneeds.

ConserveandenhancetheDistrict’senvironm

entalassetsincludingthecountryside,naturalandbuiltheritage.

Locatedevelopm

entsoas

toreduce

theneed

totravel,provideachoice

oftravelm

odes,and

supportthe

provisionofalternativemodes

totheprivatecar.

MaintaintheexistingadoptedGreen

Beltboundariesunless

exceptionalcircum

stancesrequire

otherwise.

Develop

aSA

objective

centred

around

providing

housingforall.

Fourkeypriorities:

WyreFo

rest

DistrictH

ousing

Strategy

(2004)

meetingaffordablehousingneeds

tacklinghomelessnessandprovidinghousingoptions

maintaining

independence

ofolderand

vulnerablepeoplethroughhousingandsupport

improvingconditionswithinprivatesectorhousing

Develop

anSAObjectiveto

prom

ote

opportunities

toincrease

cyclinglevelswithin

theDistrict.

Aimstoprom

otecyclingas

asustainablefromoftransportandtoprovideacomprehensive

framew

orkofmeasures

bywhich

thiscanbe

achieved.

Identifiesanetworkofprioritised

cyclerouteproposalsforthe

District,w

hich

reflectsWCC’sLTP2Strategy.

WyreFo

restDistrictC

ycleStrategy

(2002)

Outlines

thefollowingobjectives:

Tocreatesafecycleroutes

forlocalpeopletoutilise.

Toensurethatcyclists’needs

arecateredforinnewdevelopm

entswithintheDistrict.

Toimprovetheprovisionoffacilitiesforcyclistsattransportinterchanges

andtoprom

otelinks

betweencycling

andpublictransport.

Tosupportthe

creationofsaferroutestoschoolsinconjunctionwith

Worcestershire

CountyCouncil.

Toimplem

entthe

Sustrans

Route45

NetworkwithintheDistrictinpartnershipwith

Sustrans

andWorcestershire

CountyCouncil.

Toincrease

cycleparkingprovisionwithinthetowncentresofKidderminster,Stourport-on-SevernandBe

wdley.

Toprom

otecycleroutes

forleisureandsustainabletourismpurposes

withintheDistrict.

Toprom

otetheenvironm

entaland

healthbenefitsofcyclingas

aform

oftransportthroughpartnershipworking.

Toprovidequality

andusablecycleinfrastructurethroughregularconsultationwith

localcyclists.

Toworkinpartnershipwith

Worcestershire

CountyCouncil,theHighw

aysAgency,WyreForestCycleForum

andlocalresidentstomeetorexceedgovernmenttargetsoftreblingcyclingby

2010

comparedwith

2000.



DISTR

ICT

Develop

SA

objective

toensure

good,

sustainable

design

inany(re

)development.

WyreFo

restDistrictDesignSu

pplementary

Plan

ning

Guida

nce(2004)

Everyonedeserves

access

toplaces,w

hich

aresafe,w

elcoming,attractiveandhealthy.

Gooddesign

adds

valuetodevelopm

entschem

esintermsofenvironm

entalperformance,com

munity

and

socialwellbeing

andcommercialviability

New

developm

entshouldremoverealandperceivedbarrierstoaccess

anduse

Everyopportunityshouldbe

takentoimprovetheenvironm

entalperformance

ofdevelopm

ent,atschemeand

detailedlevel

Sustainabilityrelatestodesign,constructionandoperatingcostsofnewdevelopm

ent

Developmentw

hich

scores

‘Good’(orbetter)on

theBREEAMratingsystem

isencouraged

Largerscaledevelopm

entsmay

need

todemonstrateacommitm

enttosustainabledesign

New

buildings

need

toadapttofuturechange.Bu

ildings

thatcanbe

modified

withoutm

ajorstructuralalteration

willsuitchanging

circum

stancesandtheenergy

andupheavalofdemolition

canbe

avoided

Designnewdevelopm

enttocontributetovitalityby

mixinguses

andincreasing

densities

andtheintensity

ofuses

withinbuildings

Designforw

alking

andformsofmovem

entotherthan

thecar–

which

shouldnotdom

inate

Residentialdevelopmentshouldsupportm

oresustainablelifestyles

Develop

SA

Objective

tocontributeto

thereductionof

crimelevelswithintheDistrict.

WyreFo

rest

DistrictC

ommun

itySa

fety

Strategy

Toreduce

crimeby

18%intheDistrictby

2007/08

Toreassurethepublic,reducingthefearofcrimeandantisocialbehaviour.

Toreduce

theharm

caused

byillegaldrugs.

Toincrease

voluntaryandcommunity

engagementespecially

amongstthose

atriskofsocialexclusion.

Develop

SA

Objective

toreduce

theadverseeffectson

airqualitywithintheDistrict.

Mapsoutthe

actions

requiredtoimproveairqualityandsetoutobjectives

andactions

withinstrategicbusiness

and

publicsectorstoimplem

entand

investigatefurtherimprovem

entstoairqualitywithintheDistrict,Includesthefollowing

objectives:

WyreFo

rest

DistrictA

irQua

lityStrategy

(2005)

Ensurethatplanning

applications

areassessed

forthe

effectsofairpollutionon

futureoccupiersofthat

developm

entand

theeffectsofthedevelopm

entonairquality.

Implem

entprocedurestoliaisewith

neighbouringlocalauthoritieswheredevelopm

entswithintheDistrictcould

adverselyeffectairqualitywithintheirarea.

Requireairqualitymonitoringandmodellingfromdevelopersforproposeddevelopm

entw

hereappropriate.

ApplyLTPinitiatives:S

106Obligations

willbe

soughtforcontributions

towards

improved

busservices

and

prioritymeasures,inclusionofcyclefacilitiesinproposals,S106Obligations

soughtfordeveloperstoenhance

pedestrianaccess

todevelopm

ent,allm

ajornewdevelopm

entsthatwouldcreatespecifictransportrelated

problemsmustbeaccompanied

bytravelplans,promoteuseofpublictransport,Bus

QualityPartnershipsand

otherformsofsustainabletransport,worktogetherwith

WCCtoco-ordinateasustainabletransportpolicy

across

theDistrict,implem

entpoliciestoreduce

trafficdemandon

roadsintheDistrict,

Provide

energy

efficiencyandgreenenergy

initiatives

toresidentsandbusinesses

withintheDistrict.

Develop

SA

objective

toensure

that

there

isan

adequate

rangeof

affordable

andsocialhousingtomeetthe

District’sneeds

WyreFo

restDistrictHou

sing

Needs

Survey

Toreanalysethechange

inthehousingmarketlocallyinordertoreassess

incomethresholds

foraccessto

markethousing.

Toreanalysehousingsurvey

database.

Toreanalysepopulationforecasts.



DISTR

ICT

Toprovidean

affordableneed

forecastto2006.

Toinform

theHousing

Strategy

andsupportLocalPlanpoliciesforaffordablehousing.

Develop

anSA

objective

regarding

the

provision

ofdecent,affordablehousing.

WyreFo

rest

DistrictH

ousing

Stoc

kCon

ditio

nSu

rvey

(2007)

Themostrecenthousing

stockcondition

survey

was

conductedinearly

2007.1,139homes

privaterented

andow

neroccupiedhomes

weresurvey

andinformationwas

collected

onthefollowing:Generalcharacteristics

ofthedw

elling;condition

oftheinternalandexternalfabric;provision

ofam

enities;com

pliancewith

thefitness

standard;com

pliancewith

housinghealthandsafety;age

andtype

ofelem

ents;energyefficiencymeasures;

compliancewith

theDecentH

omes

Standardandsocio-econom

icinformationaboutthe

household(where

occupied).

Thereportestim

ates

that9,770homes

withintheDistrictfailtomeetthe

decenthomes

standard.

Ensurethatanycontam

inated

land

identifiedisrecorded

intheSAbaseline.

Theprincipleaimsofthestrategy

are:

WyreFo

rest

DistrictC

ontaminated

Land

Insp

ectio

nStrategy

(2001)

Tocomplywith

statutelawon

contam

inated

land.

Toremoveanythreattohuman

health.

Toremoveanythreattocontrolledwaters.

Toremoveanythreattofloraandfauna.

Toaideffectivere-developmentoflandwithintheWyreForestDistrict.

Toprotecthistoric

sitesandthehistoricenvironm

ent.

TheStrategy

setsoutthe

Council’s

prioritiesfordealingwith

contam

inated

land.Theseare:

Toprotecthum

anhealth.

Toprotectcontrolledwaters.

Toprotectdesignatedecosystems.

Topreventdam

agetoproperty.

Topreventany

furthercontam

inationofland.

Toencouragevoluntaryremediationofland.

Toensurecompliancewith

StatuteLaw.

Toaideffectivere-developmentoflandwithintheWyreForestDistrict.

Toensurethatprocedures

areinplaceforthe

provisionofinformationtotheCouncil’s

custom

ersi.e.the

public,

developers,landow

nersetc.

ToenabletheCounciltoaddressliabilityissues

associated

with

Councilow

nedland.

Toencouragetheremediation/redevelopm

entofbrownfieldsiteswithintheDistrict.

Tohave

acomprehensive

Strategy

inplacebeforetheinspectionoftheDistricttakesplace.

Tofocusits

strategy

onareasoftheDistrictwherestatutorily

contam

inated

land

ismorelikelytoexistand

onindustriesspecifictotheregion.

EnsurethattheSAframew

ork

recognises

theimportanceof

regenerationinKidderminster.

TheKidderminster

RegenerationProspectusaimsto

highlight

thetown'schallenges

andopportunitiesto

awide

audience

both

inside

andoutsideof

thearea

inorderto

attractsupporta

ndinvestmentinorderto

transform

the

fortunesofthetowntodeliverarenaissance.

Kidde

rminster

Reg

enerationPros

pectus

(2009)

Consultantsestim

atethattheredevelopm

entofkey

sitescouldbringinmorethan

£300millionofprivatesector

investmentinadditiontopublicsectorfundingincludingthe£130millionBuildingSchoolsforthe

Futureprogramme,

newmedicalcentresandpublictransportinterchangefacilities.



DISTR

ICT

Inshort,Kidderminstercouldgetsignificantinvestmentand

theProspectusaimstohighlightthisandprovideapump

primingframew

orktomakesurethatthismajorinjectioncanbe

successfullyrealised

inan

integrated

way.The

ultim

ategoalistomaximisethevitalityandviabilityofKidderminsteras

aplacetoliveandadriverforthe

econom

ywestofthe

mainBirm

ingham

andBlack

Countryconurbation.Itisaboutrecognising

thetown’spositionoutsidebut

servingtheRuralRegenerationZone

which

includes

thewesternparts

ofWyreForestDistrict.Itisaboutm

aximising

theoverallsense

ofcommunity

wellbeing

inthetownandachievingasustainableandthrivingcommunity.

PARISH

SAIm

plications

Objectiv

esPo

licy/Plan

/Program

me/Strategy

/Initiative

EnsurethattheSAFram

ework

includes

nobjectiveon

thehistoric

environm

ent.

ChurchStreetConservationAreawas

designated

byWyreForestDistrict

Councilin1993.Itis1.6hectares

inextentandislocatedwithinKidderminsterTownCentre.TheConservation

Areaencompasses

agroupofeighteenthandnineteenthcenturybuildings.These

buildings

may

have

been

constructed

asamixtureofhouses

andbusinesses

butarenowinbusiness

orcommercialuse.

Thecharacter

appraisalaimstosetoutthespecialarchitecturalandhistoriccharacteristicsoftheConservationArea.

Chu

rchStreet

(Kidde

rminster)

Con

servationAreaCha

racter

App

raisal

(2009)

EnsurethattheSAFram

ework

includes

nobjectiveon

thehistoric

environm

ent.

WyreForestDistrictCouncilhasdesignated

theGreen

Streetarea

ofKidderminsteras

aConservationArea.

TheGreen

Streetarea

coversflat,low-lyingland

intheplainoftheRiverStour.Thewholearea,covering

approximately9hectares,iswithina1kilometrewalkofKidderminstertowncentre.Itcontainsoneofthemost

importantandancientbuildings

inWyreForest,butitispredom

inantly

anarea

offormercarpetmanufacturing

prem

ises

erectedbetween1850

and1925.Thisgroupofindustrialbuildings,including

oneofthemostintact

factorycomplexes

inthetown,isofgreatsignificance.

Green

Street(Kidderm

inster)C

onservation

AreaCharacterApp

raisalandManagem

ent

Plan

(2011)

TheManagem

entP

lanprovides

guidance

onthefollowing:

Proposedadditions

tothelocallist

educationandinformation;

LocalD

evelopmentFramew

orkpolicies;

guidance;

regenerationstrategy;

enhancem

entschem

es;

open

spaces

andgreeninfrastructure;

enforcem

entand

remediation.

EnsurethattheSAFram

ework

includes

nobjectiveon

thehistoric

environm

ent.

VicarS

treetandExchangeStreetConservationAreawas

designated

byWyreForestDistrictCouncilon

16th.

July2003.Itis1.46

hectares

(3.61acres)inextentandislocatedwithinKidderminsterTownCentre.

VicarS

treetC

onservationAreaCha

racter

App

raisal(2003)



PARISH

TheConservationAreaencompasses

civic,business

andotherbuildings

thatdatefromthenineteenthand

twentiethcenturies;parts

ofan

olderstreetpattern;and

ashortlengthoftheem

bankmenttotheRiverStour.

ThepurposeofthedocumentistodescribethespecialarchitecturalandhistoricinterestoftheArea,inorder

toassistallconcerned

with

theuseanddevelopm

entoflandandbuildings

withinandadjoiningittopreserve

andenhanceits

character.

EnsurethattheSAFram

ework

includes

nobjectiveon

thehistoric

environm

ent.

TheStaffordshire

andWorcestershire

CanalConservationAreawas

designated

byWyreForestDistrictCouncil

in1978

andtheboundarywas

review

edandam

endedin2007.Being

alinearC

onservationArea,itstretches

fromjustnorth

oftheBasinsarea

inStourport-on-Severn,meanderingthroughtotheedge

oftheDistrictnorth

TheStaffordsh

irean

dWorcestersh

ireCan

alCon

servationAreaCha

racter

App

raisalan

dMan

agem

entP

lan(2007)

ofCaunsall,forover14km

,approximatelyfollowingthepathoftheRiverStour.Thecanalgoeson

north

out

oftheDistrictthroughSouthStaffordshire,eventually

linking

intotheTrentand

MerseyCanalatGreatHayward,

SouthStaffordshire

andisdesignated

aConservationAreafromtheWyreForestDistrictBoundaryLine,north

tothejunctionoftheTrentand

MerseyCanal.

Associatedwith

thecanalareseveralbridges,locks,tunnels,cottages,wallsandthetowpathwhich

helptoform

partofits

specialinterest.Therearealso

manytrees

andshrubs

alongthecanalsidethataddtothecharacter

ofthearea.

ThedocumentaimstosetoutthespecialarchitecturalandhistoriccharacteristicsoftheConservationArea.



B Baseline Data and Trends

B.1 Baseline Data for Key Sustainability Issues

Social

Community Facilities Audit

B.1 This map shows the location of the community halls that are available for hire across thedistrict. The type of facilities available include village halls, youth centres, day centres, communitycentres, community schools and church halls. In addition to these facilities there are a further18 scout huts located across the district many of which are available for community use.

Community Facilities for Hire - June 2009

(C) Crown copyright. All rights reserved100018317. 2009

Scale: 1:87500mapLocal Centres

The table below sets out information relating to the local centres which fall within the 8 urbanwards of Kidderminster.

Local Centres

IndicativeHealth

AnchorUnit(s)

Car ParkingVacancy andOtherChanges

Retailer RepresentationLocation

KIDDERMINSTER

?

Parking facilities locatedto the rear of the shops.

Fish and Chip ShopBlakebrook(BewdleyRoad) Charity Shop Limited on-street parking

(around 4 spaces)Estate Agent


Baseline Data and TrendsB

IndicativeHealth

AnchorUnit(s)

Car ParkingVacancy andOtherChanges

Retailer RepresentationLocation

KIDDERMINSTER

Chiropractor

Betting Shop

√

Parking to the rear andlimited on-street parking

Braodwaterscafe, formerlya hair salon

Off Licence and Convenience StoreBroadwaters

Fish and Chip Shop

Broadwaters Cafe

√

Parking facilities locatedat the front of the

1 unit -formerly agreengrocer

NewsagentCombertonEstate

Supermarket premises. On streetparking nearby.

Hair Salon

Card/Gift Shop

Haberdashery

√

On-street parkingavailable close to the

NoneConvenience StoreHabberley

Newsagent local centre. Nodesignated spaces forthe retail premises.Fish and Chip Shop

Hair Salon

Greengrocer

√

SparParking facilities locatedat the front of the

NoneConvenience StoreMarlpool

Chinese Takeaway premises. On streetparking nearby.

Marlpool Diner

Kitchen Showroom

Hair Salon

√

TescoExpress

Very good parkingfacilities available in

NoneSupermarketSpennells

Pharmacy designated bays locatedat the front of the centre.

Tandoori Takeaway Also present within thecar park is a recyclingcentre.Chinese Takeaway

√

TescoExpress

Very good parkingfacilities located both at

Subway wasformerly a

SupermarketStourportRoad

Pharmacy the front and to the rearof the local centre.

Video RentalStore

Subway

Fish and Chip Shop

Convenience Store with Integral Post office

√

CostcutterOn street parkingnearby. No designated

NoneChinese TakeawaySutton Farm

Hair Salon areas for cars parking touse the local centre.

Hardware Store

Convenience Store


BBaseline Data and Trends

Play Facilities

Provision of Facilities for Children (Open Space, Sport and Recreation Assessment (October 2008)) Kidderminster Wards

Surplus/DeficiencyTOTALRequirement

Current Provisionper 1000Population

LocalStandard(ha/1000)

Provision forChildren(hectares)

PopulationWard

-0.151250.361250.02906570.050.2107,225Aggborough andSpennells

-0.029350.389350.04623090.050.3607,787Broadwaters

-0.053550.353550.04242680.050.3007,071Franche

-0.324650.364650.00548470.050.0407,293Greenhill

0.136150.323850.07102050.050.4606,477Habberley andBlakebrook

-0.245050.345050.01449070.050.1006,901Offmore andComberton

0.036950.263050.05702340.050.3005,261Oldington and FoleyPark

-0.138350.358350.03069620.050.2207,167Sutton Park

Provision of Facilities for Young People (Open Space, Sport and Rereation Assessment (October 2008)) Kidderminster Wards

Surplus/DeficiencyTOTALRequirement

Current Provisionper 1000Population

LocalStandard(ha/1000)

Provision forChildren(hectares)

PopulationWard

-0.166750.216750.00692040.030.057,225Aggborough andSpennells

-0.073610.233610.02054710.030.167,787Broadwaters

-0.212130.2121300.0307,071Franche

-0.218790.2187900.0307,293Greenhill

-0.144310.194310.00771960.030.056,477Habberley andBlakebrook

0.252970.207030.0666570.030.466,901Offmore andComberton

0.072170.157830.04371790.030.235,261Oldington and FoleyPark

-0.075010.215010.0195340.030.147,167Sutton Park

Active People Survey

B.2 The Sport England Active People Survey 5 (Oct 20010-Oct 2011) shows that 15.5% ofthe District's population take part in 30 minutes of moderate intensity sport 3 times per week.There is no significant change since Active People Survey 2 (Oct 2007-Oct 2008).



Index of Multiple Deprivation (2007) - Health


Scale: 1:92000

Empty Homes

Empty Homes Trend Data - Wyre Forest District

% of Empty HomesTotal Number of Empty HomesYear

3.941,8002005

4.521,9742006

4.652,0572008

4.732,0952009



Crime

Crime in Wyre Forest District April 01 - March 10

0

500

1,000

1,500

2,000

2,500

Apr 01- Mar 02

Apr 02 - Mar 03

Apr 03 - Mar 04

Apr 04 - Mar 05

Apr 05 - Mar 06

Apr 06 – Mar07

Apr 07- Mar 08

Apr 08 - Mar09

Apr 09 - Mar10

Type of Crime

Num

ber o

f Crim

es

Violence Against the Person (Offences)

Robbery (Offences) Burglary in a Dwelling (Offences)

Theft of a Motor Vehicle (Offences)

Theft from a Vehicle (Offences)

Drug and Alcohol Misuse (1)

Drugs:

Wyre Forest had the second highest number of drug offences (413) in Worcestershirefor 2002-2003. Possession of cannabis accounted for the majority of these.There were 439 drug-related crime offences within the District during this time.Kidderminster town centre and the Horsefair were the priority areas for these crimeswhich were mainly shop lifting and assault.Most individuals committing drug related crime and offences were male and agedbetween 20 and 30.Around two in every five residents said that drug use or drug dealing were problemsin their local area.

Alcohol:

Wyre Forest had the highest number of alcohol related offences (1627) inWorcestershire for 2002-2003.Kidderminster and Stourport-on-Severn town centres and the Horsefair were identifiedas alcohol related hotspots.Males in the 18-24 category were responsible for the majority of alcohol related crimeduring this period.

1 data taken from Wyre Forest Community Safety Partnership Strategy 2004-2008



Town Centre Car Parks

District Council Pay and Display Car Parks (2009/10)

No of SpacesDurationCar Park

Kidderminster

81Short/Medium/LongComberton Place

82Short StayMarket Street

57Short/Medium/LongBateman Yard

33Short/Medium/LongHorsefair

301Short/Medium/LongBromsgrove Street

164Short/Medium/LongPike Mills

72Short/Medium/LongAldi Store

38Short/Medium/LongCastle Road

32Short/Medium/LongSt. Mary's Church

60Short/Medium/LongYouth Centre

153Short/Medium/LongStadium Close

394Short/Medium/LongPrivate Carpark: Weavers Wharf



Economic

Fuel Poverty

B.3 'Affordable Warmth for Worcestershire' defines fuel poverty as the inability to heat yourhome adequately for comfort and health without getting into debt as a result. It estimates thepercentage of households in fuel poverty in each if of the County's Districts. In Wyre ForestDistrict, it is estimated that 15% of households suffer from fuel poverty. This is above theaverage for the County, which is 13.3%. In the least deprived ward, this figure is 9%, however,in the most deprived ward, it is 27.3%, and this is the highest level of fuel poverty in any wardin the County.

House Prices

Mean House Prices for Wyre Forest District

150,000

160,000

170,000

180,000

190,000

200,000

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2

2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010

Year

Cos

t (£)

House Price Trend Data - Wyre Forest DistrictChart2

Page 1

150,000

160,000

170,000

180,000

190,000

200,000

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2

2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010Year

Ave

rage

Hou

se P

rice

6

6.5

7

7.5

8

8.5

Rat

io

Mean House Price Ratio of Lower Quartile House Prices to Lower Quartile Earnings



Unemployment

Claimant Count Unemployment by Ward (Jan 2011)


Scale: 1:89000Unemployment January 2011

The adjacent map indicates theclaimant count unemploymentlevel in the Wyre Forest by ward.The majority of wards have lessthan 5% of the resident populationunemployed. There are pocketsof higher unemployment,noticeably in the wards ofBroadwaters and Oldington andFoley Park where theunemployment figures are 7.4%and 12.0% respectively.

The Wyre Forest Districtunemployment rate is 4.8%which, although slightly above theWorcestershire County rate of

4.0%, still compares favourably with theWest Midlands rate of 6.5% and the England andWalesrate 5.2%.Source: Worcestershire County Council Economic Summary (February 2011)

Unemployment Trend within the District

UnemploymentPercentage

Date

2.4January 2000

2.1January 2001

1.9January 2002

1.9January 2003

1.9January 2004

1.6January 2005

2.1January 2006

2.1January 2007

1.8January 2008

3.7January 2009

4.5January 2010

3.8January 2011

B.4 The above figures give the claimant count rate based on the population aged 16-64 .Source: www.nomisweb.co.uk



Environmental

Noise Complaints

Noise Pollution Complaints 2005-2010

Year to31/03/2010

Year to31/03/2009

Year to31/03/2008

Year to31/03/2007

Year to31/03/2006

Year to31/03/2005

Nature of Complaint

574029393714Pubs - Loud music

182522155635Commercial

614022Bird Scarers

287101212Industrial

366627Commercial Alarm

000302Industrial Alarm

62713209Sports

13141592332Commercial - other

1161038712310089Domestic - Music

123585Domestic - TV

90102638610088Domestic - Dog

5691288Domestic - DIY

832669Domestic - Car repairs

8143634Domestic - Banging

06510812Domestic - Alarm

241922201216Domestic - Shouting

354126324938Domestic - Other

573472Domestic - Children

000100Rail

000022Traffic

100100Air

4811500Construction/Demolition

210200Equipment in Street

6123944Vehicle in street

115200Vehicle Alarm

110312Vehicle stereo

010100Refridgeration Vehicle

710100Agricultural

003000Fireworks

419425335424460392TOTAL



SSSI Condition Survey

Conditions of SSSIs in Wyre Forest District

Habitats (Source: Worcestershire Biodiversity Action Plan - July 2008)

Habitats and their Locations

Location (Examples, not exhaustive)Habitat

Oak-birch woodland - the Wyre Forest, around KidderminsterPendunculate oak woodland - Severn ValleyChaddesley Wood

Woodland

River Severn corridor, Hurcott and Podmore Pools SSSIWet Woodland

Along river corridors and canals, Wilden Marsh and Meadows SSSIReedbeds

Wilden Marsh, Stourvale Marsh. Puxton MarshFen and Marsh

Stourvale SSSIWet Grassland

Lowland dry acidic grassland - around KidderminsterDevil's Spittleful and Riffle Range, in and around the Wyre Forest, Burlish Top,HabbeleyValley

Semi-natural Grassland

Devil's Spittleful/Riffle Range, Burlish Top, Vicarage Farm Heath, Kingsford Forest ParkLowland Heathland

Cluster of sites around KidderminsterRoad Verges

Parks, brownfield sites, allotments, churchyards, gardens, playing fields/school grounds,street trees

Urban

Staffordshire and Worcestershire CanalCanals

River Stour, River SevernRivers and Streams



Protected Species (Source: Worcestershire Biodiversity Action Plan - July 2008)

Protected Species and their Locations

Location (Examples, not exhaustive)Species

Along the River SevernStaffordshire and Worcestershire Canal

European Otter

Ribbesford WoodDormouse

The Wyre ForestBats

The River Stour and its tributaries, canals and streamsWater Vole

Burlish TopNightingale

The Wyre ForestNoble Chafer

River SevernTwaite and Alis Shad

Wyre Forest, Habberley and Kingsford Country ParkAdder

On allotments and at Puxton marsh and Habberley ValleySlow Worm

In ponds in rural, urban and post-industrial settingsGreat Crested Newt

Wyre Forest StreamsWhite-Clawed Crayfish

The Wyre ForestHigh Brown Fritillary

The Wyre ForestPearl-Bordered and Small Peal-Bordered FritillaryButterflies

River Severn, particularly above BewdleyClub-tailed Dragonfly

Hurcott pastures, being the only siting in the CountryHornet Robberfly

Along the River Severn and Stour ValleysBlack Poplar

Arley Castle, Button Oak, BewdleyTrue Service Tree

Various sites across the DistrictFarmland Birds

The Wyre ForestWood White

The Wyre ForestGrizzled Skipper

The Wyre ForestDrab Looper

Flooding

B.5 The Environment Agency’s designated flood zones are indicated on the map below. Themap shows those areas affected by fluvial flooding from the main rivers. Other types of floodingalso affect the District, including surface water run-off, groundwater, and foul water flooding.

Source: Environment Agency (November 2010) Flood Zones 2, 1:100 and 3, 1:1000



B.6 A Level One Strategic Flood RiskAssessment (SFRA) has been produced forthe District and is available on the DistrictCouncil ’s website. Followingrecommendations in the Level One SFRA amore detailed Level Two SFRA has beenproduced. This study has considered in moredetail a number of issues includingovertopping and breaching of flood defencesin Kidderminster and Bewdley as well asproviding information on appropriateSustainable Drainage techniques for theDistrict and giving guidance on appropriate

policies to deal with flood risk. In addition, a Water Cycle Strategy has also been undertakenfor the District. This study has interrogated all aspects of the water cycle within the District,considering; water supply and water resources; water supply networks; waste water treatment;environmental considerations; non-residential water use and planning considerations.

Air Quality:

Historic Environment

B.7 The historic environment elements which have significance because of their interest(historic, architectural or otherwise), are referred to as Heritage Assets. Many of these areprotected through Statutory designations including Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas,whilst others are identified at local level, including Locally Listed Buildings. Both Statutory andnon-Statutory designations are recognised for their contribution to creating a sense of placeand local identity, and for their heritage interest.

B.8 Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas:At April 2010 there were 6 Grade I, 29 Grade II* and 853 Grade II list entries on the statutorylists. This covers over 900 individual buildings and structures. There are also 9 ScheduledAncient Monuments and one Registered Park and garden within the District. The District has17 Conservation Areas as shown on the map below:



6

7817

Crown copyright and database rights 2011 Ordnance Survey 100018317

Conservation Areas within the KCAAP Area

Areas in bold have a Character AppraisalAreas in italic have management plans

Conservation AreaMap Ref.

Staffs & Worcs canal6

Church Street7

Vicar & Exchange St.8

Green Street17

B.9 Locally Listed Buildings:Wyre Forest District Council has developed a Local List for Kidderminster. A Locally ListedBuilding is one which is recognised by the District Council as being of local interest, either forhistorical associations, or for its architectural style. There are 237 entries on the KidderminsterLocal List.

B.10 Heritage at Risk:The term 'Heritage at Risk' is the new approach to identifying the extent to which the variety ofstatutory heritage assets, registered as protected, are 'at risk'. It includes conservation areasat risk as well as Grade I and II* listed buildings, scheduled monuments, registered parks andgardens, registered battlefields and protected wreck sites. The District does not have anyconservation areas, Scheduled Ancient Monuments, Registered Battlefields, or Registeredparks and Gardens identified as being at risk.

B.11 Buildings at Risk:The term 'Building at Risk' has been defined by English Heritage as ''an historic building at riskthrough neglect and decay'' as distinct from the threat posed by unsympathetic alteration. Inpractice, the term has been used more narrowly and has become shorthand for 'Listed Buildingat Risk'. The national building at risk register therefore only contains Listed Buildings. TheRegister was updated in 2010 and features 2 buildings within the District both of which falloutside of the KCAAP area. The national List does not include Grade II Listed Buildings.



B.12 The local Buildings at Risk survey was Update was completed in 2006. The SurveyUpdate covered Grade II Listed Buildings in the three main towns. In total 627 buildings weresurveyed, the results are detailed below:

Buildings at Risk

Number of Buildings at RiskNumber of Listed Buildings SurveyedTown

670Kidderminster

8128Stourport-on-Severn

15429Bewdley

B.13

Historic Environment Record:The Historic Environment record has over 3000 entries within the District. A summary of theseis set out below:

Historic Environment Record Data

Number of EntriesType of Feature

9Scheduled Ancient Monuments

1Registered Parks and Gardens

691 (1)Listed Buildings

0Registered Battlefields

1077Non-designated Monuments

40Non-designated Historic Parks and Gardens

702Non-designated Historic Buildings

152Landscape Components (2)

1. Individual entries may equate to more than one building2. Landscape components are groups of monuments and/or buildings that are historically related and therefore form a coherent group of

features in the landscape. E.g. a mill complex, nunnery, medieval village or historic airfield. Landscape Components is a specific HistoricEnvironment Record theme that is not related to Historic Landscape Characterisation, Historic Environment Assessment or LandscapeCharacter.

EnergyEnergy Consumption:The graph below shows that consumption of domestic electricity and gas is falling.



Total Consumption of Domestic Electricity and Gas

760

780

800

820

840

860

880

900

2005 2006 2007 2008Year

Meg

awat

t Hou

rs '0

00s

Renewable Energy:During 2008/09 and 2009/10 the District Council approved grants for, 1 ground source heatpump, 2 solar photovoltaic systems and 10 solar hot water systems.

B.14 CO2 Emissions:The table below shows the end user local and regional estimates of CO2emissions for 2005 to2008.

CO2 Emissions

Per Capita CO2

TonnesTotalLand-use

ChangeRoad TransportIndustrial and

CommercialDomesticYear

6.563371602192472005

6.563161562202492006

6.362161572162422007

6.159671521952432008

B.15 Energy Efficiency:

SAP Rating for Private Sector (non RSL) Dwellings

% of dwellings with SAP below 35Average SAP ratingYear

9542009/10

1251.52008/09

12522007/08

11532006/07

~51.12005/06



Climate Change:

B.16

SummerMean PrecipitationWinter Mean PrecipitationSummermean TemperatureWinter Mean Temperature

Changes in summer meanprecipitation of between -22%to +15%

Change in winter meanprecipitation of between -2%and +15%

Increase in Summer meantemperatures of between0.5oC and 2.1oC.

Increase in winter meantemperature of between 0.5oCand 2.1oC.

2020s

Change in summer meanprecipitation of between -38%and +13%

Change in winter meanprecipitation of between 1%and 33%

Increase in Summer meantemperatures of between 1oCand 4.8oC

Increase in winter meantemperature of between 0.9oCand 3.5oC

2050s

Changes in summer meanprecipitation of between -51%and +11%.

Changes in winter meanprecipitation of between 5%and 51%

Increase in summer meantemperatures of between1.3oC and 7.5oC

Increase in winter meantemperature of between 1.4oCand 5.2oC

2080s

Waste Produced and Recycled

Household Waste

Domestic Waste (Tonnes)Year

28,309.972009/10

28,199.532008/09

28,925.752007/08

29,286.562006/07

30,442.972005/06

30,642.362004/05

Domestic Waste Recycled

% of waste RecycledYear

26.66%2009/10

28.47%2008/09

28.45%2007/08

27.9%2006/07

25%2005/06

24.5%2004/05



Residential Planning Permission on Greenfield and Brownfield Sites:

Residential Planning permissions on Greenfield and Brownfield Sites

0

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

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2006/2007 2007/2008 2008/2009 2009/2010Year

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Density of Housing Completions:

Density of Housing Completions

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20

30

40

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60

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2006/2007 2007/2008 2008/2009 2009/10Year

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Rail Station Usage:

Rail Station Usage

% Change2009-2010

% Change1994-2010

20102009200820071994Station

7.8%105%1,324,1001,227,492963,041866,145645,517Kidderminster

Cycling

B.17 Cycling data is collected by Worcestershire County Council from two sites within theDistrict. Figures show that usage of the Canal Towpath has increased over the period 2003/04to 2009/10.

Cycling in Wyre Forest District

2009/102008/092007/082006/072005/062004/052003/042002/03Cycle Monitoring Station

6166687163675866Minster Road Cycle Lane

67606465596149N/ATowpath, Gilgal, Stourport

Bus Usage

B.18 Data is not available at the District level, however, County Council data shows thatacross Worcestershire, bus patronage has increased by 2.8m journeys per annum - from 13min 2004/5 to 15.8m in 2007/8, and this against the national downward trend.



B.2 Baseline Data for Objectives and Indicators

Health and Well-Being

SourceAnalysisIdentified TrendBaseline PositionIndicator

IMD - DCLGUpdated three-yearlyand available viaNational Statisticsweb-site

A greater number ofSOAs are within themostdeprived 20% nationally.

The 2004 IMD shows healthscore shows that of the 65SOAs within the District, 0 arein the most deprived 10%nationally, 1 is within the most

The 2007 IMD healthscore shows that of the65 SOAs within theDistrict, 1 is in the mostdeprived 10%

IMD Health Profiles

deprived 20% nationally, 22nationally, 6 are withinare within the most deprivedthe most deprived 20%50% nationally, 33 are withinnationally, 20 are withinthe least deprived 50%the most deprived 50%nationally and 9 are in theleast deprived 20% nationally.

nationally, 38 are withinthe least deprived 50%nationally, and 0 arewithin the least deprived20% nationally.

Database to beestablished to monitor

UnknownNo comparison data isavailable.

No data available.Number ofdevelopments

applications as theyare determined.

(applications approved)which benefit the greeninfrastructure network.

NeighbourhoodStatistics

Life expectancy hasimproved for both males

2005-2007Male: 77.9Female: 82.002004-2006Male: 77.7Female: 81.62001-2003Male: 76Female: 81

2006-2008Male: 78.18Female: 82.47(Neighbourhoodstatistics 2010)

Life Expectancy

and females within theDistrict.

In-house monitoringIndicator is relativelystatic, no overall trendidentifiable.

2008/09GP: 98%Hospital: 91%Employment: 92%Primary School: 98%Secondary School: 96%Retail Centre: 93%2007/08GP: 99%Hospital: 75%Employment: 96%Primary School: 99%Secondary School: 99%Retail Centre:99%

2009/10GP: 96%Hospital: 94%Employment: 96%Primary School: 97%Secondary School: 97%Retail Centre: 96%

% of new residentialdevelopment within 30minutes public transporttravel time of keyfacilities.

(AMR)

In-house monitoringThe District's villages areretaining their facilities.

208/09:22% (2 of the District's 9)villages have the full range offacilities.

2009/10:22% (2 of the District's9) villages have the fullrange of facilities.

% of villages with keyfacilities, i.e, primaryschool, post office, GP,Pub, convenience store,village hall

In-house monitoring -Housing LandAvailability Report

The number of affordablehousing completions hasfallen, however, overall

2008/09: 932007/08: 40

2009/10: 51Number of affordablehousing completions(net of demolitions)

residential completionshave fallen.


Despite a fall in thepercentage of housingcompletions which were

2008/09: 39%2007/08: 21%2006/07: 3%2005/06: 11%

2009/10: 27%% of housingcompletions which areaffordable (net ofdemolitions). affordable during

2009/10, the overalltrend is an increasingnumber.




In-house Monitoring -Annual MonitoringReport

The number ofresidential completionswhich are flats has

2008/091 bed flat: 13%2 bed flat: 37%1 bed house: 1%2 bed house: 17%3 bed house: 21%4 bed house: 11%2007/081 bed flat: 17%2 bed flat: 31%1 bed house: 1%2 bed house: 22%3 bed house: 18%4 bed house: 11%

2009/101 bed flat: 26%2 bed flat: 40%1 bed house: 1%2 bed house: 16%3 bed house: 7%4 bed house: 10%

% of housingcompletions by size(gross).

increased. There hasbeen a slight decreasethe number of two andthree bed houses.


A larger proportion ofcompletions were forprivate ownership in

2008/09Private Ownership: 61%Social Rented: 19%Shared Ownership: 20%2007/08Private Ownership: 79%Social Rented: 16%Shared Ownership: 5%

2009/10PrivateOwnership: 83%Social Rented: 24%Shared Ownership: 3%

% of housingcompletions by tenure(net of demolitions).

2009/10 with an increasein social rented and asignificant decrease inshared ownership.


No information available2009/10: 7Number of additionalgypsy/traveller pitchesgranted permission. applications as they

are determined.


No extra care units wereprovided during 2009/10.

2008/09: 242007/08: 0

2009/10: 0Number of extra careunits completed.


More residentialapplications were

2008/09: 272007/08: 30

2009/10: 55Number of residentialapplications refused as

applications as theyare determined.Note - Once the CoreStrategy is adoptedthis indicator will bebased on the designpolicy within it.

refused as a result ofpoor quality design.

a result of poor qualitydesign. (Applicationsrefused using Policy D1in Wyre Forest 2004Adopted Local Plan)

In-house monitoringsystem to beestablished

UnknownNo comparison data availableNo data yet available% of homes constructedto Code level 4 andabove

Community Safety

B.19


PlaceSurveyavailable viaCovalent

Indicator hasr e m a i n e dconstant.

2008 Place Survey:Number of people who in the last 12months have:

2009 Place Survey:Number of people who in the last 12months have:

NI3: Those whohave participatedin a local area

Been a local councillor - 1%Been a local councillor - 1%Been a member of a groupmaking decisions on localhealth or education services -3%

Been a member of a groupmaking decisions on local healthor education services - 3%Been a member of adecision-making group set up toregenerate the local area - 2%

Been a member of adecision-making group set upto regenerate the local area -2%

Been a member of a localdecision-making group set up totackle crime problems - 2%




Been a member of a localdecision-making group set upto tackle crime problems - 2%

Been a member of a Tenant'sGroup decision-making committee- 2%Been a member of a groupmaking decisions on localservices for young people - 3%

Been a member of a Tenant'sGroup decision-makingcommittee - 2%Been a member of a groupmaking decisions on localservices for young people - 3%

Been a member of another groupmaking decisions on services inthe local community - 5%

Been a member of anothergroup making decisions onservices in the local community- 5%

I n - h o u s emonitoring

Number ofapplications perannum has

2008/09:No. applications: 882No. notification letters: 9434Average per application: 112007/08:No. applications: 1124No. notification letters: 12209Average per application: 11

2009/10:No. applications: 829No. notification letters: 7098Average per application: 9

Average numberof Neighbour andS t a t u t o r yc o n s u l t a t i o nletters sent perp l a n n i n gapplication

fallen. Therehas been aslight reductionin number ofn o t i f i c a t i o nletters perapplication.

I n - h o u s emonitoring -more robust

No significantchange from2008/09

Applications cited 'Secured by Design'in their reasons for approval:2008/09: 102007/08: 20

Applications cited 'Secured by Design'in their reasons for approval:2009/10: 9

Number of newdeve l opmen t si n c o r p o r a t i n g'Secured by system to be

established.Design' principles.Applications cited 'Secured by Design'in their reasons for refusal:2008/09: 12007/08: 2

Applications cited 'Secured by Design'in their reasons for refusal:2009/10: 1

Figures forsubsequentyears will notbe directlycomparable.

( A p p l i c a t i o n sdetermined usingPolicy D16 in theWyre Forest 2004Adopted LocalPlan)

Better Environment



UnknownNo informationavailable

No information available% of residential apartment and allcommercial developments

applications as they aredetermined.

providing storage for recycling(permissions granted).

National Indicator -available via Covalent

Slight decrease for2009/10, however,

2008/09: 28.48%2007/08: 28.45%2006/07: 27.9%2005/06: 25%2004/05: 24.5%

2009/10: 26.65%Volume of household wasterecycled (NI 192)

100% of population isnow served byrecycling as opposedto 98.6% for 2008/09

In-house monitoring -Resources Directorate

The volume of wastecollected from

2008/09: 28,199.532007/08: 28,925.752006/07: 29,286.562005/06: 30,442.972004/05: 30,642.36

2009/10: 28,309.97Household Waste Collected(excluding recycling) (tonnes)

residential propertiesthroughout the Districthas decreased.

DEFRA via Health andSustainability Team

Decrease in CO2

emissions across thetonnes per capita2007: 6.32006: 6.52005: 6.5

tonnes per capita:2008: 6.1

District per capita CO2 emissions

District from2005-2008



No information availableNumber of major newdevelopments incorporating


on-site renewable energygeneration.




Can this be added toFastControl?


No information availableAverage energy rating of newhousing.

In-house monitoring -Residential LandAvailability Report.

A greater % ofdevelopment waslocated within the three

2008/09Kidderminster 66%Stourport 22%Bewdley 2%2007/08Kidderminster 59%Stourport 25%Bewdley 4%

2009/10Kidderminster63%Stourport 23%Bewdley 4%

% of residential completionswithin Kidderminster, Stourportand Bewdley.

main towns in 2009/10than 2007/08.


UnknownNo data availableNo data availableNumber of developments grantedpermission providing cycleparking. applications as they are

determined.


UnknownNo data availableNo data availableNumber of developments grantedpermission which incorporatetravel plans. applications as they are

determined.

In-house monitoringAir quality hasdeclined. The area of

March 2008: TheDistrict has 2 AQMAs

January 2011: TheDistrict has 2 AQMAs

Number of AQMAs and areas ofair quality concern within theDistrict. the Kidderminsterand 2 borderline

AQMA(Horsefair, RadfordAvenue & Coventry AQMA was extended

in July 2009.Street, Kidderminster andWelch Gate, Bewdley)and 1 borderline AQMA(High Street,Stourport-onSevern).



No information available% of new developmentsincorporating SuDS (permissionsgranted) applications as they are

determined.

In-house system to beestablished


No information available% of new developmentsincorporating rain-waterharvesting/water efficiencymeasures (permissions granted).


Fewer permissions fornew residential

2008/09: 4 (10%)2007/08: 13 (18%)

2009/10: 3 (7%)Number of new residentialdevelopments(permissions given)


development in FloodZone 2 or 3 weregranted in 2009/10.

where any part of site is locatedin the flood plain (Zone 2 and 3). % = New residential grantedpermission in flood zones 2 &3 /All new residential permissionsgranted


No applications wererefused contrary to EA

2008/09: 12007/08: 1

2009/10: 0Number of planning permissionsgranted contrary to EA advice.


advice compared to 1per annum for theprevious 2 years.


Indicator has remainedconstant.

2008/09: 9 (9%)2007/08: 22 (20%)

2009/10: 7 (9%)Number of applications refusedin Conservation Areas (using CA


policies in the Wyre Forest 2004Adopted Local Plan.) % = No.apps. refused using CA policies/ Total no. apps determined usingCA policies



2008/09: 93 (91%)2007/08: 90 (80%)

2009/10: 75 (91%)Number of planning permissionsgranted in Conservation Areas


(using CA policies in the WyreForest 2004 Adopted Local Plan.)% = No. apps. Approved using




CA Policies / Total no. appsdetermined using CA policies

In-house monitoringA higher % of ListedBuilding consents were

2008/09: 61 (94%)2007/08: 75 (90%)

2009/10: 51(98%)Number of Listed Buildingconsents granted. % = No LBapplicationsapproved / No LB applicationsdetermined

granted during2009/10.

Data to be obtainedfrom County Council

New records continueto be added to theHER

2008/09: 271

2007/08: 227

2009/10: 150Number of new records added tothe HER.

Historic EnvironmentTeam annually.



2008/09:02007/08:0

2009/10:0Number of applications approvedcontrary to Natural Englandrecommendation. applications as they are

determined.


UnknownNo data availableNo data availableNumber of applications refusedbecause of their potential impacton biodiversity/geodiversity. applications as they are

determined.

In-house monitoring -AMR

Overall the conditionof SSSIs within theDistrict is improving

2009:Favourable - 29.7%Unfavourable butRecovering - 59.2%Unfavourable noChange - 4.8%Unfavourable butDeclining - 6.1%Destroyed or PartDestroyed - 0.2%2008:Favourable - 29.8%Unfavourable butRecovering - 52.9%Unfavourable noChange - 6.1%Unfavourable butDeclining - 11%Destroyed or PartDestroyed - 0.2%

2010:Favourable - 34.8%Unfavourable butRecovering - 60.2%Unfavourable no Change- 3.4%Unfavourable butDeclining - 1.4%Destroyed or PartDestroyed - 0.2%

Condition of SSSIs.

In-house monitoring -AMR

No changes haveoccurred to areas of

2008/09: 02007/08: 1 new LocalNature Reserveestablished.

2009/10: 0Change in areas of biodiversityimportance

biodiversity importancethis year.

WCC - BAP teamUnknownNo data available28%Proportion of Local Sites wherepositive conservationmanagement has been or isbeing implemented(NI197)

Information to becollcted from WCC.


No information availableAchievement of BAP targets.


Two consents granted2009/10 for partialdemolition and rebuild.

2008/09:02007/08:0

2009/10: 2Number of demolition consents(Listed Buildings)



Fewer demolitionconsents were granted

2008/09: 42007/08: 6

2009/10: 3Number of demolition consents(Conservation Areas).


in Conservation Areasduring 2009/10 thanduring 2008/09.

Applications approved usingpolicy CA2 of the Wyre Forest2004 Adopted Local Plan




In-house monitoring -Conservation Officer

UnknownNo data available31Number of buildings on thenational and local BARs.

In-house monitoringThe% of ConservationArea Character

2008/09: 50%2009/10: 56.25%% of Conservation Areas withConservation Area Appraisalscompleted/updated within the last5 years.

Appraisals updated inthe last 5 years hasincreased.

In-house monitoringIndicator has remainedconstant.

2008/09: 6.25%2007/08: 6.25%

2009/10: 6.25%% of Conservation Areas withManagement Planscompleted/updated within the last5 years.


UnknownNo data availableNo data availableNumber of derelict buildingsbrought back into use.


In-house monitoringTrend has remainedconstant

0ha0haAmount of best and mostversatile agricultural land lost tobuilt development.


The % of applicationsin the Green Belt that

2008/09:137 (84%)2007/08:140 (75%)

2009/10: 131 (90%)Number of planning permissionsgranted in the Green Belt (Using


have been approvedhas increased.

GB policies in the Wyre ForestAdopted Local Plan). % = No.apps approved using GB Policies/ No. apps determined using GBpolicies


UnknownNo data availableNo data availableNumber of hectares of openspace and recreational/amenity


space lost to development (asidentified in the Open Space,Sport and RecreationAssessment).

In-house monitoring -Residential LandAvailability Report

Although there hasbeen a drop in % ofresidential completions

2008/09: 88%2007/08: 84%

2009/10: 86%% of new residential completionslocated in Kidderminster andStourport-on-Severn.

located inKidderminster andStourport-on-Severnthe % remains high.

In-house monitoring -Residential LandAvailability Report

Slight decrease in the% of completions inKidderminster locatedon brownfield land.

2008/09Kidderminster 100%Stourport-on-Severn100%2007/08Kidderminster 99%Stourport-on-Severn100%

2009/10Kidderminster 91%Stourport-on-Severn100%

% of new residential completionsin Kidderminster andStourport-on-Severn located onbrown-field land.

In-house monitoring -Pollution Control Team

Noise pollutioncomplaints havedropped slightly.

YE 31/03/2009 - 425YE 31/03/2008 - 335

YE 31/03/2010 - 419Number of noise pollutioncomplaints.

In-house monitoring -Pollution Control team

Light pollutioncomplaints were

2008/09: 62007/08:142006/07: 7

2009/10: 10Number of light pollutioncomplaints received.

highest in 2007/08 andhaving fallen during2008/09 they haverisen again 2009/10.

B.20 Information on water quality within the District can be found at sections 2.6 and 7.4 ofthe Water Cycle Strategy (March 2010).



Greater Learning and Prosperity

B.21

SourceAnalysisIdentified TrendBaselinePosition

Indicator

N a t i o n a lStatistics

The percentage of studentsachieving 5 or more GCSEs atA*-C grades has been steadilyincreasing since 2001.

2007/08 - 57.3%2006/07 - 55.8%2005/06 - 53%2004/05 - 49.8%2003/04 - 49.9%2002/03 - 45.1%2001/02 - 49.8%

2008/09 -61.8%

% of school leavers with5 A*-C grades.

NomisAn increasing percentage ofworking age people have a higherlevel qualification.

2008 - 20.8%2007 - 20.3%2006 - 20.6%

2009 - 22.2%% of the District'sworking age populationqualified to NVQ level 4or higher.


All Forward Planning andDevelopment Controlconsultations are carried out inaccordance with the SCI

2008/09: 100%2007/08: 100%

2009/10: 100%% of LDF consultationscarried out in accordancewith the SCI.


A greater number o frepresentations were received inresponse to the Core StrategyPublication than at previousstages of consultation.

2008/09:2009/10:Number of consultationresponses received onLDF documents.

C o r eStrategy-Publication:289

Core Strategy PreferredOptions Report andSustainability Appraisal:86Kidderminster Central AreaAction Plan Issues andOptionsPaper:44Site Allocations and PoliciesIssues and Options Paper:125

2007/08:

Core Strategy Issues andOptions Paper:106Core Strategy Revised Issuesand Options Paper: 35

Shared Prosperity

B.22


Ne i g h b o u r h o o dStatistics

The number of VAT registeredlocal businesses has fallenslightly since 2005.

2005 - 3,3102006 - 3,320(ONS 2007)

2007 - 3,295(ONS 2007)

Number of VAT registeredbusinesses within the area.

N e i g h b o u r h o o dStatistics

The number of VAT registeredlocal rural businesses has fallenslightly since 2005.

2005 - 9802006 - 965(ONS 2007)

2007 - 970(ONS 2007)

Number of VAT registeredbusinesses in rural areas.

In house monitoringsystem to beestablished

N/AN/ANo data availableNumber of bed spacesdeveloped (Hotels and GuestHouses)




In-house monitoring- AMR

The number of tourism relatedjobs has fallen.

2007: 360010.5% of workforce2006: 34009.7% of workforce

2008: 32009.7% of workforce

Number of tourism relatedjobs

NomisBusiness VAT de-registrationshave been more or less at aconsistent level.

2006 - 2102005 - 2002004 - 2202003 - 235(Nomis 2007)

2007 - 215 VATde-registrations(Nomis 2007)

De-registrations of VATregistered businesses in thearea.

In-house monitoring(Indicator BD4-AMR)

Less retail development wascompleted within or adjacent tothe primary shopping area,although retail completionsoverall were lower.

2008/09: 9290Sqm2007/08: 0 Sqm

2009/10: 407 SqmNew retail development withinor on the edge of primaryshopping area (Kidderminsterand Stourport)Net new retail floor spacecompleted (Sq.M).

In-house monitoring- Annual MonitoringReport

The % of employment landdeveloped on brownfield sitesincreased significantly to returnto 2006/07 levels.

2008/09: 7%2007/08: 1%2006/07: 100%

2009/10: 100%% of employment landdeveloped on brownfield land.

In-house Monitoring- AMR

B1 completions were significantlylower than in 2008/09.

2008/09: 3.27ha2007/08: 0.011ha

2009/10: 0.6 haNumber of B1 completions.



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TestingTables

TableC.0.1

Sustaina

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raisalObjectiv

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bilityApp

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2120

1918

1716

1514

1312

1110

98

76

54

32

1

0+

++

++

+0

00

0+

++++

00

+++

+++

1.To

improvethehealthandwell-being

ofthepopulation

andreduce

inequalitiesinhealth.

00

00

00

00

00

00

0++

00

+++

0+

2.To

improvethequality

of,and

accessibilityto,cultural

services

andlocalservicesandfacilities.

00

00

x (1)

+++

00

00

00

++

0+

++0

++3.To

providedecent,affordablehousingforalloftheright

quality

andtype,tenureandaffordabilityforlocalneedsin

aclean,safeandpleasantlocalenvironm

ent.

++

++++

+++

+++

00

+++

+++

++0

++++

++++

4.To

enhancethequality

oflifeforallresidentswithinthe

District.

00

++++

00

++0

00

00

00

00

+++

++

5.To

encourageprideandsocialresponsibilityinthe

community

andreduce

crime.

00

00

00

00

00

00

00

++0

00

00

6.To

managewasteinaccordance

with

thewaste

hierarchy:reduce,re-use,recyclingandcomposting,

disposal.

++0

00

00

++

0++

00

+++

++0

+++

00

7.Reducecontributions

toclimatechange

andprom

ote

energy

efficiencyandenergy

generatedfromrenewable

andlow-carbonsources.

0++

00

00

++++

00

00

++++

00

++

++++

8.To

reduce

theneed

totraveland

movetowards

more

sustainabletravelm

odes.

00

00

00

0++

0+

0++

+++

00

++0

0++

9.Protecttheuseofwater,soiland

airw

hilstm

aintaining

orimprovingtheirquality.

00

00

0++

X (2)

00

00

++0

00

0++

00

+10.E

nsuredevelopm

entdoesnotoccurinhigh-riskflood

proneareasanddoes

notadverselycontributetofluvial

flood

risks

orcontributetosurface

waterfloodinginallother

areas.

00

00

00

00

++0

00

00

00

+0

00

11.P

rotect,enhance

andmanagethecharacterand

appearance

ofthelandscapeandtownscape,m

aintaining

andstrengtheninglocaldistinctivenessandsenseofplace.

00

00

00

0+

00

0+

0++

00

00

00

12.Toconserve

andenhancetheDistrict'sbiodiversityand

geodiversity.

00

00

00

00

0++

00

00

00

00

00

13.C

onserveandenhancethehistoricandbuilt

environm

entthrough

consideratesitinganddesign

and


Site Testing TablesC

Sustaina

bilityApp

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staina

bilityApp

raisalObjectiv

e

2120

1918

1716

1514

1312

1110

98

76

54

32

1

throughrespectingarchitectural,culturaland

archaeological

heritage.

00

00

+0

++0

+0

0++

+++

00

+0

00

14.E

nsureefficientuseofland

throughthesafeguarding

ofmineralreserves,the

bestandmostversatileagricultural

land

andgreenfieldland;and

maximisetheuseof

previouslydevelopedland.

0++

00

++0

++0

00

X (3)

0++

+0

++++

++0

+15.Toprom

otetheregenerationofKidderminsterand

Stourport-on-Severn.

00

00

00

00

00

++0

00

0++

+0

+16.M

itigateagainstthe

unavoidablenegativeimpactsof

climatechange.

00

00

0++

+0

00

00

00

00

+X? (4)

0+

17.R

educenoiseandlightpollution.

++++

00

00

00

00

00

00

0++

++0

0+

18.Toraisetheskillslevelsandqualifications

ofthe

workforce.

00

00

00

00

00

00

00

0++

++0

0+

19.Toconsultcom

munities

inaccordance

with

theSCI,

providingopportunitiestoparticipateinandcontributeto

thedecisionsthataffecttheirneighbourhood

andquality

oflife.

++0

++0

0++

00

00

00

+0

00

+0

0+

20.C

reateandmaintainadiverse,know

ledgedriven

econom

y,ensuringallhavethebenefits,urbanandrural.

++0

++0

00

00

00

00

0++

00

+0

00

21.P

romoteandsupportthe

developm

entofnew

technologies,ofhighvalueandlowimpact,especially

resource

efficienttechnologies

andenvironm

ental

technology

initiatives.

1.Housing

grow

thmay

generatenoiseandlightpollution.

2.Som

etowncentresiteshave

flood

riskissues.

3.Som

etowncentresiteshave

flood

riskissues.

4.Housing

grow

thmay

generatenoiseandlightpollution.

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esan

dOptions

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CSite Testing Tables

Aim

sof

theKCAAP

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1

++Aimstoimprovetheculturaland

leisureofferinthetown.



2

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Seeks

toincrease

housingtoaddvitalitytocentralKidderminster.

3

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

4

++Aimstocreateatownwith

activity

andnaturalsurveillance

atalltimes

ofthedayand

night.


activity


atalltimes

ofthedayand

night.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7

+Focusesdevelopm

entonthetowncentrehelpingtoreduce

theneed

totravel.

+Focusesdevelopm


theneed

totravel.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

+Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpacton

thetownscape.

+Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpacton

thetownscape.

11

++Redevelopmentofsitescouldhelptoaddtoandenhancethegreeninfrastructurewithin

thetownandprovidean

opportunitytoremediatecontam

inated

land.


thetownandprovidean


inated

land.

12

+New

developm

entscanraisethequality

ofthelandscapeandtownscape

andpreserve

thehistoricenvironm

ent.

+New

developm



andpreserve

thehistoricenvironm

ent.

13

++Supports

residentialdevelopmentonbrow

nfieldland.

++Supports


nfieldland.

14

++Potentialregenerationofkeytowncentresites.


15



Aim

sof

theKCAAP

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

19

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.+

Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.20

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.+

Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.21

Objectiv

esof

theKCAAP

Prov

ideafram

ework

forp

roactiv

etown

centre

man

agem

ent.

Con

nect

andintegrate

themainde

velopm

ents

anden

vironm

ental

assets.

Improv

etheen

vironm

entb

yenhancingstreetsandspaces

forp

eople.

Ope

nup

theriv

erStou

rto

create

anen

hanc

edbiod

iversity

potentialand

environm

entalsettin

g.

Release

thepo

tentialo

fthearea'scana

lside

setting

.

Maxim

isetheecon

omic

potentialo

fthe

towncentre

includ

ingsh

opping

,the

even

ingan

dvisitore

cono

my,

andoffic

esp

ace.

SAObjectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Improveease

and

attractivenessofwalking

+Improveease

and


tofacilitieswithinthetowncentre.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1tofacilitieswithinthetown

centre.

++Aimstoimprovethe

culturaland

leisure

offerinthetown.

++Improveaccess

tocultural

andleisurefacilities.

+Improveease

and



0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.



2

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Included

aspartofhigh

quality

residentialdevelopmentand

+Therivercouldform

partofa

quality

residential

environm

ents.

+Canalscouldform

partofa

quality

residential

environm

ents.

++Seeks

toincrease

housingtoadd

vitalitytocentralKidderminster.

3environm

entstohelptoraise

quality

oflife.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Increase

access

tothe

greenspaces.

+Improveease

and



+Increase

access

tothegreen

spaces.

+Increase

access

tothegreen

spaces.

0Nolikelyimpact.

4



Objectiv

esof

theKCAAP

++Aimstocreateatown

with

activity

andnatural

+Encourage

useofstreets

andcreateadditional

naturalsurveillance.

+Encourage

useofstreetsand

createadditionalnatural

surveillance.

+Developmentalong

theriver

wouldimprovecommunity

safetyalongit.

++Developmentalong

the

canalw

ouldimprove

community

safetyalongit.


activity


atall

times

ofthedayandnight.

5surveillanceatalltimes

ofthedayandnight.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Couldincrease

the

popularityof

walking/cycling.

+Couldincrease

thepopularityof

walking/cycling.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Couldincrease

the

popularityof

walking/cycling.

+Couldincrease

thepopularityof

walking/cycling.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Promotethecanalaspartof

thepedestrian/cycle

network.

+Focusesdevelopm

entonthe

towncentrehelpingtoreduce

the

need

totravel.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

XDevelopmentsitesalongside

therivercouldwellbeprone

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10toflood

risk.Mitigation

measureswouldneed

tobe

putinplace.

+Provide

better

organisationand

+Wouldcontributetoamore

attractivepublicrealm.



++Promotes

developm

entw

hich

hasapositiverelationshipto

thewaterways.

++Promotes

developm

ent

which

hasapositive

relationshiptothe

waterways.

+Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpacton

thetownscape.

11managem

entofpublic

spaces.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Policyrequiresthe

enhancem

entofthe

++Policyrequiresthe

enhancem

entofthe

biodiversityvalueofthe

waterways.

++Redevelopmentofsitescould

helptoaddtoandenhancethe

greeninfrastructurewithinthe

townandprovidean

opportunity

toremediatecontam

inated

land.

12biodiversityvalueofthe

waterways.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.



+

Developmentcan

compliment

andenhancetheriverandits

setting.

+Developmentcan

complimentthe

canal

conservationarea.

+New

developm

entscanraisethe

quality

ofthelandscapeand

townscape

andpreserve

the

historicenvironm

ent.

13Potentially

improvingheritage

setting

ofsomeareas.



Objectiv

esof

theKCAAP

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Su

pportsresidentialdevelopment

onbrow

nfieldland.

14

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Promotes

regenerationby

makingthetownabetter

environm

ent.

+Promotes

regenerationby


environm

ent.

++Wouldhelptoprom

otethe

regenerationofKidderminster

bycapitalisingon

anasset.

++Wouldhelptoprom

otethe

regenerationof

Kidderminsterby

capitalising

onan

asset.

++Po

tentialregenerationofkeytown

centresites.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

19

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpac

+Thiscouldenabletoholdingof

moreeventswhich

couldattract

visitors.

+Capitalisingon

therivercould

helpattracttourists.

+Capitalisingon

thecanal

couldhelpattracttourists.

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpac

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.21

H040:

Long

Meado

wMills,Dixon

Street

H039:

Com

berton

Place

H027:

Timbe

rYard,

Park

Lane

H026:

Roc

kWorks,P

arkLa

neH025:

KTC

3Worcester

Street

SAObjectiv

e

++Within15

minutes

walkofGP,town

centremedicalfacilitiesandhospital

facilities.

+Withinwalking

distance

oftown

centremedicalfacilities.

++Withinwalking

distance

oftowncentre

medicalfacilitiesandhospital.

++Withinwalking

distance

oftown

centremedicalfacilitiesand

hospital.

++Withinwalking

distance

oftown


hospital.

1



H040:

Long

Meado

wMills,Dixon

Street

H039:

Com

berton

Place

H027:

Timbe

rYard,

Park

Lane

H026:

Roc

kWorks,P

arkLa

neH025:

KTC

3Worcester

Street

SAObjectiv

e

++WithintheDistrict'smaintowncentre

andwithin10

minutes

walkoftherail

station.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability

andquality

oflife.

++WithintheDistrict'smaintown

centre.A

djacenttotherail

station.

Long-term

impacton

sustainabilityandquality

oflife.

++WithintheDistrict'smaintowncentre.

Railstationalso

within15

minutes

walk.

Long-term

impacton

sustainabilityand

quality

oflife.


centre.R

ailstationalso

within15

minutes

walk.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability

andquality

oflife.


centre.R

ailstationalso

within10

minutes

walk.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability

andquality

oflife.

2

+Thesitewouldbe

expected

toprovideaffordablehousingin

accordance

with

thepolicysetout

withintheCoreStrategy.

Long-term

impacton

housing

provisionandquality

oflife.

+Thesitewouldbe

expected


accordance

with

thepolicyset

outw

ithintheCoreStrategy.

Long-term

impacton

housing

provisionandquality

oflife.

+Thesitewouldbe

expected

toprovide

affordablehousinginaccordance

with

thepolicysetoutwithintheCore

Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

housing

provisionandquality

oflife.

+Thesitewouldbe

expected


accordance

with

thepolicysetout


Long-term

impacton

housing

provisionandquality

oflife.

+Thesitewouldbe

expected


accordance

with

thepolicysetout


Long-term

impacton

housing

provisionandquality

oflife.

3

+Parks

andplay

areaswithin10

minutes

walk.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Parks

andplay

areaswithin10

minutes

walk.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Parks

andplay

areaswithin10

minutes

walk.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Parks

andplay

areaswithin10

minutes

walk.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Parks

andplay

areaswithin10

minutes

walk.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

4

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity

andnaturalsurveillance.

Positiveshort-andlong-term

impact

oncommunity

safety.

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity

andnaturalsurveilla

nce.

Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety.

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity


Positive

short-andlong-term

impact

oncommunity

safety.

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity


Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety.

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity



impact

oncommunity

safety.

5

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toincludewasteminimisation

measuresinaccordance

with

the

CoreStrategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toincludewaste

minimisationmeasuresin

accordance

with

theCore

Strategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed



with

theCore

Strategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need



with

the

CoreStrategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need



with

the

CoreStrategy.

6

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering

SustainableDevelopment'core

policysetoutwithintheCore

Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe

'DeliveringSustainable

Development'corepolicyset

outw


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering

SustainableDevelopment'corepolicy

setoutwithintheCoreStrategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+?Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

shouldimplem

entthe

'Delivering



Strategy,how

ever,the

natureof

theexistingbuildingmightmake

thisdifficult.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+?Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

shouldimplem

entthe

'Delivering



Strategy,how

ever,the

natureofthe

existingbuildingmightmakethis

difficult.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

7



H040:

Long

Meado

wMills,Dixon

Street

H039:

Com

berton

Place

H027:

Timbe

rYard,

Park

Lane

H026:

Roc

kWorks,P

arkLa

neH025:

KTC

3Worcester

Street

SAObjectiv

e

++Verygood

access

toservices

and

facilitiesby

footandpublictransport.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

andfacilitiesby

footandpublic

transport.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

and

facilitiesby


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

and

facilitiesby

footandpublic

transport.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

and

facilitiesby


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

8

+Site

isnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

+Site

isnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

+Site

isnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

+Site

isnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

+Site

isnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

9

XPartofthe

siteaffected

byzone

2andpartaffected

byzone

3.Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

++Thesiteisnotw

ithina

floodplain.

XFloodzone

2and3affectsedge

ofsite.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

++Thesiteisnotw

ithinafloodplain.

++Thesiteisnotw

ithinafloodplain.

10

form

ofasuitableSUDSscheme.

Residentialusesnottobe

located

onlowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

form



locatedon

lowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

+Potentialtoimprovestreetscene.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

++Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpacton

the

townscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

++Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositive

impacton

thetownscape.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

+Redevelopmentofthissiteoffers

theopportunitytosecurethefuture

ofaLocally

Listed

Building.

This

willhave

apositiveimpacton

the

townscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.



ofaListed

Building.

Thiswillhave

apositiveimpacton

thetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

11

+Po

tentialtoimprovewildlifecorridor.

Long-term

impact.

N/A

+Potentialimpacton

Staffordshire

&Worcestershire

CanalSp

ecialW

ildlife

Site.O

pportunitytoimprove.

Long-term

impactwhich

couldbe

irreversible.

N/A

N/A

12



H040:

Long

Meado

wMills,Dixon

Street

H039:

Com

berton

Place

H027:

Timbe

rYard,

Park

Lane

H026:

Roc

kWorks,P

arkLa

neH025:

KTC

3Worcester

Street

SAObjectiv

e

+Needtoconsiderimpacton

adjacent

Locally

Listed

building.

Opportunity

toimprovesetting.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

N/A

++Redevelopmentofthissiteoffersthe

opportunitytoprovidean

more

appropriatesetting

forthe

Staffordshire

&WorcesterCanal

ConservationAreaandthe

surroundinglistedbuildings.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.



ofaListed

Building.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.



ofaListed

Building.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

13

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

14

XDetrim

entalimpactthroughloss

ofbusinesses.

Short-term

impactwhich

couldbe

reversible.

+?Couldcontributetoregeneration

byimprovingkeysiteon

amain

road

butlossofbusinesses

couldhave

adetrimental

impact.

Short-term

impactwhich

could

bereversible.

++Theredevelopm

entofthissitewill

makeasignificantcontribution

towards

regenerationthetowncentre's

canalsideareas.

Shortandlong-term

positiveimpact

forthe

town.

++Theredevelopm

entofthissitewill

contributetowards

the

regenerationofKidderminster.

Shortandlong-term

positive

impactforthe

town.

++Theredevelopm

entofthislarge

towncentresitewillmakea

significantcontributiontowards

the


Shortandlong-term

positiveimpact

forthe

town.

15

+Developmentw

illbe

expected

toachievetherequirementsoftheCore

Strategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected

toachievetherequirementsof

theCoreStrategy

asa

minimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


Strategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+?Developmentw

illbe

expected

toachievetherequirementsofthe

CoreStrategy

asaminimum

,however,opportunitiesmay

belim

itedby

thefactthatthescheme

willbe

conversion

ratherthan

new-build.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+?Developmentw

illbe

expected


CoreStrategy

asaminimum

,however,opportunitiesmay

belim

itedby

thefactthatthescheme

willbe

conversion

ratherthan

new-build.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

16

+?Changefromindustrialuse

toresidentialcouldreduce

noise.

Short-term

impact.

0Noeffectlikely.

+Likelytoreduce

noise.

Short-term

impact.

0Noeffectlikely.

0Noeffectlikely.

17

X?Loss

ofexistingbusinesses

could

reduce

trainingopportunities.

Long-term

impacton

skills.

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

18

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

19



H040:

Long

Meado

wMills,Dixon

Street

H039:

Com

berton

Place

H027:

Timbe

rYard,

Park

Lane

H026:

Roc

kWorks,P

arkLa

neH025:

KTC

3Worcester

Street

SAObjectiv

e

XLoss

ofbusinesses

wouldhave

adetrimentalimpacton

theeconom

y.Short-term

impactwhich

couldbe

reversible.

XLoss

ofbusinesses

wouldhave


the

econom

y.Short-term

impactwhich

could

bereversible.

+Mixed

usedevelopm

entlinking

toWeaversWharfwouldhave

apositive

impact.How

ever,existingbusiness

wouldneed

tobe

relocated.

Shortandlong-term

positiveimpact

forthe

town.

N/A

+Amixed-use

schemecouldhelpto

boostthe

econom

yofthetown.

Shortandlong-term

positiveimpact

forthe

town.

20

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

21

H053(EMP5.1)

Chu

rchfields

Bus

inessPa

rk,C

lens

moreStreet

H052:

Kidde

rminster

Market

Auc

tions

,Com

berton

Place

H051:

100-102Com

berton

Hill

H047(EMP7.1)

Indu

stria

lEstate,

Park

Street

H046(EMP7.2)

Indu

stria

lEstate,

Park

Lane

SAObjectiv

e

+Within10

minutes

walkofGP,town

centremedicalfacilitiesandwithin

20minutes

walkofhospital.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Within10

minutes

walkofGP,

towncentremedicalfacilitiesand

within

20minutes

walkof

hospital.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Within10

minutes

walkofGP,

towncentremedicalfacilitiesand

within

20minutes

walkof

hospital.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkofGP,town


hospital.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkofGP,town


hospital.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

1

++Within10

minutes

walkoftowncentre

andwithin15

minutes

walkofrail

station.

Long-term

impacton

sustainabilityand

quality

oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkoftown

centreandwithin5minutes

walk

ofrailstation.

Long-term

impacton


oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkoftown

centreandwithin5minutes

walk

ofrailstation.

Long-term

impacton


oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkoftown

centreandrailstation.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability

andquality

oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkoftown


Long-term

impacton

sustainability

andquality

oflife.

2

+Thesitewouldbe

expected

toprovide


with


Strategy.

+Thesitewouldbe

expected


accordance

with

thepolicyset

outw


+Thesitewouldbe

expected


accordance

with

thepolicyset

outw


+Thesitewouldbe

expected


accordance

with

thepolicysetout


+Thesitewouldbe

expected


accordance

with

thepolicysetout


3

++Parks

andplay

areaswithin5minutes

walk.

+Parks

andplay

areaswithin10

minutes

walk.

+Parks

andplay

areaswithin10

minutes

walk.

+Parks

andplay

areaswithin10

minutes

walk.

+Parks

andplay

areaswithin10

minutes

walk.

4

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity


Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety.

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity


Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety.

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity


Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety.

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity



impact

oncommunity

safety.

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity



impact

oncommunity

safety.

5



H053(EMP5.1)

Chu

rchfields

Bus

inessPa

rk,C

lens

moreStreet

H052:

Kidde

rminster

Market

Auc

tions

,Com

berton

Place

H051:

100-102Com

berton

Hill

H047(EMP7.1)

Indu

stria

lEstate,

Park

Street

H046(EMP7.2)

Indu

stria

lEstate,

Park

Lane

SAObjectiv

e

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed

toincludewasteminimisationmeasures

inaccordance

with

theCoreStrategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toincludewaste


accordance

with

theCore

Strategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toincludewaste


accordance

with

theCore

Strategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need



with

the

CoreStrategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need



with

the

CoreStrategy.

6

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed

toimplem

entthe

'DeliveringSu

stainable

Development'corepolicysetoutwithin

theCoreStrategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe


Development'corepolicysetout


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering



Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering



Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering



Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

7

++Verygood

access

toservices

and

facilitiesby


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

andfacilitiesby

footandpublic

transport.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

andfacilitiesby

footandpublic

transport.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

and

facilitiesby


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

and

facilitiesby


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

8

++Com

prehensive

redevelopm

entofthe

sitewillcontributetosignificantly

improvingairqualityintheadjacent

HorsefairAQMA.

Short-

andlong-term

improvem

entto

airquality.

+Site

isnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

+Site

isnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

+Site

isnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

+Site

isnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

9

++Site

isnotw

ithinthefloodplain.

++Site

isnotw

ithinthefloodplain.

++Site

isnotw

ithinthefloodplain.

++Site

isnotw

ithinthefloodplain.

++Site

isnotw

ithinthefloodplain.

10

++Potentialtoimprovestreetscene.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

++Po

tentialtoimprovestreetscene.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

++Potentialtoimprovestreetscene

atakeygateway.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

++Redevelopmentw

ouldremovean

incongruousfeaturefromthe

streetscene.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

+Potentialtoimprovestreetscene.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

11

+PotentialtoimproveadjacentSpecial

WildlifeSite.

Long-term

impacton

naturalhabitat.

N/A

N/A

N/A

+Potentialtoimproveadjacent

SpecialWildlifeSite.

Long-term

impacton

naturalhabitat.

12



H053(EMP5.1)

Chu

rchfields

Bus

inessPa

rk,C

lens

moreStreet

H052:

Kidde

rminster

Market

Auc

tions

,Com

berton

Place

H051:

100-102Com

berton

Hill

H047(EMP7.1)

Indu

stria

lEstate,

Park

Street

H046(EMP7.2)

Indu

stria

lEstate,

Park

Lane

SAObjectiv

e

+Po

tentialtoimprovethesetting

oflocally

listedcarpetwarehousesandsecure

theirfuture.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

N/A

N/A

+Potentialtoimprovesetting

ofhistoricalcottagesadjacenttosite.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

+Po

tentialtoimprovesetting

oflocally

listedbuildings

nearby.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

13

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

14

++Wouldcontributetotheregenerationof

Kidderminster.

Shortandlong-term

positiveimpactfor

thetown.

+Potentialtocontributeto


Wouldimprovethestreetscene

onaprom

inentsite.

Shortandlong-term

positive

impactforthe

town.

+?Mixed-use

schemecould

incorporateexistingretailuses

andhave

apositiveimpacton

regeneration.

Shortandlong-term

positive

impactforthe

town.

X?Loss


could

have


regeneration.

Short-term

impactwhich

couldbe

reversible.

X?Detrim

entalimpactthroughloss

ofbusinesses.

Short-term

impactwhich

couldbe

reversible.

15

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


Strategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


theCoreStrategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


CoreStrategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


CoreStrategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


CoreStrategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

16

+?Changeofusetoresidentialcould

reduce

noise.

Short-term

impact.

N/A

0Noimpactlikely



noise.

Short-term

impact.



noise.

Short-term

impact.

17

N/A

N/A

N/A

X?Loss


could

reduce


Short-term

impactwhich

couldbe

reversible.

X?Loss


could

reduce


Short-term

impactwhich

couldbe

reversible.

18

+ChurchfieldsMasterplanprovides

good

opportunitiesforcom

munity

involvem

ent,as

willsubsequentstages

ofdevelopm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

civic

pride.

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

19



H053(EMP5.1)

Chu

rchfields

Bus

inessPa

rk,C

lens

moreStreet

H052:

Kidde

rminster

Market

Auc

tions

,Com

berton

Place

H051:

100-102Com

berton

Hill

H047(EMP7.1)

Indu

stria

lEstate,

Park

Street

H046(EMP7.2)

Indu

stria

lEstate,

Park

Lane

SAObjectiv

e

+?Loss

ofbusiness

prem

ises,although

alunits

arecurrently

short-termlet.

Mixed-use

developm

entcouldprovide

opportunitiesforsmall/start-up

business

units.

Long-term

impacton

business

grow

th.

?Auctionroom

swouldneed

tobe

relocated.

+?Mixed

useschemecould

enhancetheattractivenessof

existingretailbusinesses.

XLoss

ofbusinesses

wouldhave

adetrimentalim

pacton

theeconom

y.Short-term

impactwhich

couldbe

reversible.

XLoss

ofbusinesses

wouldhave

adetrimentalim

pacton

theeconom

y.Short-term

impactwhich

couldbe

reversible.

20

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

21

H098:

Carters,N

ewRoa

dH083:Depot,G

reen

Street

H073:FrankSton

es,G

reen

Street

H070(EMP13.2)L

imeKiln

Brid

ge,C

lens

moreStreet

H055:

BTMillStreet

H054(EMP5.2)

Geo

rgian

Carpe

ts,C

lens

moreStreet

SAObjectiv

e

+Within10

minutes

walkof

GP,towncentremedical

facilitiesandwithin

15minutes

walkofhospital.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

++Within15

minutes

walkof


facilitiesandhospital

facilities.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

++Within15

minutes

walkof


facilitiesandhospital

facilities.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Within10

minutes

walkofGP,

towncentremedicalfacilities

andwithin

20minutes

walkof

hospital.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkofthe

towncentreofferingarange

ofmedicalfacilitiesincluding

GP.

Alsowithin10

minutes

walkofhospital.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Within10

minutes

walkofGP,


andwithin

20minutes

walkof

hospital.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

1

++WithintheDistrict'smain

towncentreandwithin10

minutes

walkoftherail

station.

Long-term

impacton


oflife.



minutes

walkoftherail

station.

Long-term

impacton


oflife.



minutes

walkoftherail

station.

Long-term

impacton


oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkoftown

centreandwithin15

minutes

walkofrailstation.

Long-term

impacton


oflife.

++Towncentreiswithin10

minutes

walkofferingarange

ofservices

andfacilities.

Retailfacilities,including

supermarketarewithin5

minutes

walk.

Long-term

impacton


oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkoftown

centreandwithin15

minutes

walkofrailstation.

Long-term

impacton


oflife.

2

+Thesitewouldbe

expected

toprovideaffordable

housinginaccordance

with

thepolicysetoutwithinthe

CoreStrategy.

Long-term

impacton

housingprovisionand

quality

oflife.

+Thesitewouldbe

expected

toprovideaffordable

housinginaccordance

with


CoreStrategy.

Long-term

impacton

housingprovisionand

quality

oflife.

+Thesitewouldbe

expected

toprovideaffordable

housinginaccordance

with


CoreStrategy.

Long-term

impacton

housingprovisionand

quality

oflife.

+Thesitewouldbe

expected


accordance

with

thepolicyset

outw


Long-term

impacton

housing

provisionandquality

oflife.

+Site

wouldbe

requiredto

deliveraffordablehousingin

accordance

with

the

requirementssetoutwithin

theCoreStrategy.

Long-term

impacton

housing

provisionandquality

oflife.

++Thesitewouldbe

expected


accordance

with

thepolicyset

outw


Long-term

impacton

housing

provisionandquality

oflife.

3



H098:

Carters,N

ewRoa

dH083:Depot,G

reen

Street

H073:FrankSton

es,G

reen

Street

H070(EMP13.2)L

imeKiln

Brid

ge,C

lens

moreStreet

H055:

BTMillStreet

H054(EMP5.2)

Geo

rgian

Carpe

ts,C

lens

moreStreet

SAObjectiv

e

+Pa

rksandplay

areaswithin

10minutes

walk.

Short-andlong-term

impact

onquality

oflife.

+Parks

andplay

areaswithin

10minutes

walk.

Short-andlong-term

impact

onquality

oflife.

+Parks

andplay

areaswithin

10minutes

walk.

Short-andlong-term

impact

onquality

oflife.

++Parks

andplay

areaswithin5

minutes

walkandPolicy

requirescompensationforloss

ofexistinggreenspace.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

++Openspacewithin10

minutes

walk,play

area

within15

minutes

walk.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onquality

oflife.

++Parks

andplay

areaswithin5

minutes

walk.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onquality

oflife.

4

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity

andnatural

surveillance.

Positive

short-and

long-term

impacton

community

safety.

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity

andnatural

surveillance.

Positive

short-and

long-term

impacton

community

safety.

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity

andnatural

surveillance.


impacton

community

safety.

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity

andnatural

surveillance.

Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety.

N/A

+Rem

ovalofderelictbuildings

willimproveprideinthelocal

area

andwillincrease

activity


Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety.

5

+An

ydevelopm

entofthe

site

willneed

toincludewaste


accordance

with

theCore

Strategy.

+An

ydevelopm

entofthe

site

willneed

toincludewaste


accordance

with

theCore

Strategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

site

willneed

toincludewaste


accordance

with

theCore

Strategy.

+An

ydevelopm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toincludewaste


accordance

with

theCore

Strategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

site

willneed

toincludewaste


accordance

with

theCore

Strategy.Dem

olition

waste

shouldbe

used

withinnew

build

whereverpossible.

+Any

developm

entofthe

site

willneed

toincludewaste


accordance

with

theCore

Strategy.

6

+An

ydevelopm

entofthe

site

willneed

toimplem

entthe


+An

ydevelopm

entofthe

site

willneed

toimplem

entthe


+Any

developm

entofthe

site

willneed

toimplem

entthe



outw


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+An

ydevelopm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe



outw


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

site

willneed

toimplem

entthe



outw


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

site

willneed

toimplem

entthe



outw


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

7

Development'corepolicy

setoutwithintheCore

Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

Development'corepolicy

setoutwithintheCore

Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

andfacilitiesby


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

andfacilitiesby


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

andfacilitiesby

foot

andpublictransport.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

andfacilitiesby

footandpublic

transport.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Goodaccess

tofacilitieson

footandgood

access

topublictransportnetwork.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

andfacilitiesby

footandpublic

transport.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

8



H098:

Carters,N

ewRoa

dH083:Depot,G

reen

Street

H073:FrankSton

es,G

reen

Street

H070(EMP13.2)L

imeKiln

Brid

ge,C

lens

moreStreet

H055:

BTMillStreet

H054(EMP5.2)

Geo

rgian

Carpe

ts,C

lens

moreStreet

SAObjectiv

e

+Site

isnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

+Site

isnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

+Site

isnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

++Site

isadjacenttoan

AQMA,

andcomprehensive

redevelopm

entprovides

opportunitiestoimproveair

quality.

Short-

andlong-term

improvem

enttoairquality.

+Thesiteisnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

++Site

isadjacenttoan

AQMA,

andcomprehensive

redevelopm

entprovides

opportunitiestoimproveair

quality.

Short-

andlong-term

improvem

enttoairquality.

9

XXPartially

withinflood

zone

3,remainderofsitewithin

flood

zone

2.Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

XWithinflood

zone

2.Mitigationwouldbe

required

inthe

form

ofasuitableSUDS

scheme.Residentialuses

nottobe

locatedon

lower

levels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

XXEntire

siteiswithinflood

zone

3.Mitigationwouldbe

required

inthe

form

ofasuitableSUDS


nottobe

locatedon

lower

levels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

XFloodzone

2affectsasm

all

area

ofthesite.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredin

the

form

ofasuitableSUDS

scheme.Residentialusesnot

tobe

locatedon

lowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

XXPartofthe

sitelieswithinthe

RiverStourfloodplainandas

such

anydevelopm

entw

ould

need

toprovideappropriate

mitigationmeasures.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

XFloodzone

2affectsasm

all

area

ofthesite.M

itigation

wouldbe

requiredinthe

form

ofasuitableSUDS

scheme.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

10

form

ofasuitableSUDS


nottobe

locatedon

lower

levels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

++Potentialtoimprove

streetscene.

Short-andlong-term

impact

onquality

ofthe

environm

ent.


streetscene.Requiredto

maintainedproposed

locally

listedbuildings.

Short-andlong-term

impact

onquality

ofthe

environm

ent.

++Developmentrequiredto

protectand

enhancethe

proposed

conservationarea

andlocally

listedbuildings.

Short-andlong-term

impact

onquality

ofthe

environm

ent.


streetscene.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

++Redevelopmentoffersthe

opportunitytoimprovethe

streetscene.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onquality

oftheenvironm

ent.


streetscene.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onquality

oftheenvironm

ent.

11

+Opportunitytoenhance

SpecialWildlifeSites

alongsideRiverStourand

Staffordshire

&Worcestershire

Canal.

Long-term

impacton

naturalhabitat.

N/A

+Potentialtoimprove

adjacentSpecialWildlife

Site.

Long-term

impacton

natural

habitat.



Long-term

impacton

natural

habitat.

++Offerstheopportunityto

enhancetheRiverStour


Long-term

impacton

natural

habitat.


SpecialWildlifeSite

andSite

ofSpecialScientificInterest.

Long-term

impacton

natural

habitat.

12



H098:

Carters,N

ewRoa

dH083:Depot,G

reen

Street

H073:FrankSton

es,G

reen

Street

H070(EMP13.2)L

imeKiln

Brid

ge,C

lens

moreStreet

H055:

BTMillStreet

H054(EMP5.2)

Geo

rgian

Carpe

ts,C

lens

moreStreet

SAObjectiv

e

N/A

+Potentialtoimprovethe

setting

ofadjacentlocally

listedbuildingandproposed

locally

listedbuildings

onsite.

Short-andlong-term

impact

onquality

ofthe

environm

ent.

++Developmentrequiredto

protectand

enhancethe

proposed

conservationarea

andlocally

listedbuildings.

Short-andlong-term

impact

onquality

ofthe

environm

ent.

++Developmentw

illenhancethe

setting

oftheStaffordshire

&Worcestershire

Canal

ConservationArea.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

N/A

++Developmentw

illenhancethe

setting

oftheStaffordshire

&Worcestershire

Canal

ConservationArea.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onquality

oftheenvironm

ent.

13

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

14

+Wouldcontributetothe

regenerationof

Kidderminster.

Shortandlong-term

positiveimpactforthe

town.

+Wouldcontributetothe

regenerationof

Kidderminster.

Shortand

long-term

positive

impactforthe

town.

++Wouldcontributetothe

regenerationof

Kidderminster.

Shortand

long-term

positive

impactforthe

town.



Shortandlong-term

positive

impactforthe

town.

?Offerstheopportunityto

bringresidentsinto

Kidderminster.H

owever,site

iscurrently

operationalasa

business.

Short-term

impacton

employment.



Shortandlong-term

positive

impactforthe

town.

15

+Developmentw

illbe

expected

toachievethe

requirementsoftheCore

Strategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected

toachievethe


Strategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected

toachievethe


Strategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


theCoreStrategy

asa

minimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected

toachievethe


Strategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


theCoreStrategy

asa

minimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

16

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

X?Redevelopmentcould

increase

lightingrequiredon

thesite.

Mitigationrequiredthrough

useoflow-im

pactlightingto

minimiseadverseaffects.

N/A

17

Potentiallong-term

effecton

naturalhabitat.

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

18



H098:

Carters,N

ewRoa

dH083:Depot,G

reen

Street

H073:FrankSton

es,G

reen

Street

H070(EMP13.2)L

imeKiln

Brid

ge,C

lens

moreStreet

H055:

BTMillStreet

H054(EMP5.2)

Geo

rgian

Carpe

ts,C

lens

moreStreet

SAObjectiv

e

N/A

N/A

N/A

+ChurchfieldsMasterplan

provides

good

opportunitiesfor

community

involvem

ent,as

will

subsequentstages

ofdevelopm

ent.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

civicpride.

N/A

+ChurchfieldsMasterplan

provides

good

opportunitiesfor

communityinvolvem

ent,as

will

subsequentstages

ofdevelopm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

oncivicpride.

19

XPotentiallossofretailer.

Short-term

econom

icimpact.

XExistingCouncilDepot

wouldneed

tobe

relocated.

N/A

XPotentiallossofexisting

business.

Short-term

econom

icimpact.

N/A

N/A

20

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

21

H148:

CMSCar

Show

room

,Chu

rchfields

H146:

Che

shire

sSite,

Cov

entryStreet

H135:

Bed

City

MCFCom

plex,N

ewRoa

dH113:

Netto,N

ewRoa

dH103:

Site

oppo

site

40Pa

rkLa

neSA

Objectiv

e

++Within10

minutes

walkofGP,town

centremedicalfacilitiesandhospital.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkofGP,


andhospital.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkofGP,town


Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkofGP,town


Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkofGP,


andhospital.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

1

++Within10

minutes

walkoftown


Long-term

impacton

sustainability

andquality

oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkoftown


Long-term

impacton


oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkoftowncentre

andrailstation.

Long-term

impacton

sustainabilityand

quality

oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkoftowncentre

andrailstation.

Long-term

impacton

sustainabilityand

quality

oflife.

++Within10

minutes

walkoftown


Long-term

impacton


oflife.

2

+Thesitewouldbe

expected


accordance

with

thepolicysetout


Long-term

impacton

housing

provisionandquality

oflife.

+Thesitewouldbe

expected


accordance

with

thepolicyset

outw


Long-term

impacton

housing

provisionandquality

oflife.

+Thesitewouldbe

expected

toprovide


with


Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

housingprovision

andquality

oflife.

+Thesitewouldbe

expected

toprovide


with


Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

housingprovision

andquality

oflife.

+Thesitewouldbe

expected


accordance

with

thepolicyset

outw


Long-term

impacton

housing

provisionandquality

oflife.

3

+Parks

andplay

areaswithin10

minutes

walk.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Parks

andplay

areaswithin10

minutes

walk.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Pa

rksandplay

areaswithin10

minutes

walk.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Parks

andplay

areaswithin10

minutes

walk.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Parks

andplay

areaswithin10

minutes

walk.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

4



H148:

CMSCar

Show

room

,Chu

rchfields

H146:

Che

shire

sSite,

Cov

entryStreet

H135:

Bed

City

MCFCom

plex,N

ewRoa

dH113:

Netto,N

ewRoa

dH103:

Site

oppo

site

40Pa

rkLa

neSA

Objectiv

e

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity



impact

oncommunity

safety

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity

andnaturalsurveilla

nce.

Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity


Positive

short-andlong-term

impact

oncommunity

safety

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity


Positive

short-andlong-term

impact

oncommunity

safety

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity

andnatural

surveillance.

Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety

5

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need



with

the

CoreStrategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toincludewaste


accordance

with

theCore

Strategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed



with

theCore

Strategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed



with

theCore

Strategy.

+An

ydevelopm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toincludewaste


accordance

with

theCore

Strategy.

6

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering



Strategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe


Development'corepolicysetout


+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering



+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering



+An

ydevelopm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe



outw


7

++Verygood

access

toservices

and

facilitiesby


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

andfacilitiesby

footandpublic

transport.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

and

facilitiesby


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

and

facilitiesby


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Verygood

access

toservices

andfacilitiesby

footandpublic

transport.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

8

++Site

couldproviderouteforbypass

linkroad

around

theHorsefair

AQMAas

partofthecomprehensive

redevelopm

entofC

hurchfields.

Short-

andlong-term

improvem

ent

toairquality.

+Site

isnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

+Site

isnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

+Site

isnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

+Site

isnotw

ithinan

AQMA.

9

++Site

isnotw

ithinthefloodplain.

++Site

isnotw

ithinthefloodplain.

XPartofsite

iswithinflood

zone

3and

theremainderiswithinflood

zone

2.Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

XPartofsite

iswithinflood

zone

3and

theremainderiswithinflood

zone

2.Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

XFrontofsite

iswithinflood

zone

3.Mitigationwouldbe

requiredin

the

10

form



locatedon

lowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

form



locatedon

lowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

form

ofasuitableSUDS

scheme.Residentialusesnot

tobe

locatedon

lowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.



H148:

CMSCar

Show

room

,Chu

rchfields

H146:

Che

shire

sSite,

Cov

entryStreet

H135:

Bed

City

MCFCom

plex,N

ewRoa

dH113:

Netto,N

ewRoa

dH103:

Site

oppo

site

40Pa

rkLa

neSA

Objectiv

e

++Potentialforredevelopm

entto

addresstheringroad

atthis

landmarksite.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

++Potentialforredevelopm

entto

addresstheringroad

atthis

landmarksite.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

++Potentialtoimprovethestreetscene

andheritageprocessionswith

redevelopm

entofthe

frontage.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

++Potentialtoimprovethestreetscene

andheritageprocessionswith

developm

entofa

road

frontage.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

++Potentialtoimprovethe

streetscene.

11

0Noimpactlikely.

0Noimpactlikely.

+Potentialimpacton

theRiverStour

SpecialWildlifeSite.C

ouldfacilitate

biodiversityimprovem

ents.

Long-term

impacton

naturalhabitat.

+?Potentialimpacton

theRiverStour

SpecialWildlifeSite.C

ouldfacilitate

biodiversityimprovem

ents.

Long-term

impacton

naturalhabitat.

N/A

12

N/A

N/A

+Castle

Millsisworthyofretentionand

redevelopm

entofferstheopportunity

toimproveits

setting.How

ever,ithas

nostatutorydesignationso

couldbe

lost.

Long-term

impacton

thehistoric

environm

ent.

+CouldcontributetotheNew

Road

heritageprocessions.

Long-term

impacton

thehistoric

environm

ent.

N/A

13

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

++Thesiteisbrow

nfield.

14

++Com

prehensive

redevelopm

entof

thewiderChurchfieldsarea

will

significantlyenhancethe


Shortandlong-term

positiveimpact

forthe

town.

+Wouldaidregenerationby

removingavacantunitfroma

prom

inentsite.

Short-term

positiveimpacton

thetown'sregeneration.

0Retailunitw

ouldbe

lostfromthis

locationbutcan

beconsolidate

elsewhere.

Short-term

negativeimpacton

the

town'seconom

y.

XWouldresultinreducedretailoffer

withinKidderminsterwhich

may

increase

travelling.

Short-term

negativeimpacton

the

town'seconom

y.

?15

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


CoreStrategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


theCoreStrategy

asa

minimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


Strategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


Strategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


theCoreStrategy

asa

minimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

16

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

17

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

18

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

19



H148:

CMSCar

Show

room

,Chu

rchfields

H146:

Che

shire

sSite,

Cov

entryStreet

H135:

Bed

City

MCFCom

plex,N

ewRoa

dH113:

Netto,N

ewRoa

dH103:

Site

oppo

site

40Pa

rkLa

neSA

Objectiv

e

0Loss

ofbusiness

couldresultinloss

ofem

ploymentopportunities.

How

ever,businesscanrelocate

withintheDistrict.

Short-term

impactwhich

couldbe

reversible.

N/A

0Retailunitw

ouldbe

lostfromthis

locationbutcan

beconsolidate

elsewhere.

Short-term

impactwhich

couldbe

reversible.

XLoss

oflargeretailerw

ouldlead

toa

loss

ofem

ploymentopportunities

withinthetown.

Short-term

impactwhich

couldbe

reversible.

N/A

20

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

21

Policy26

Horsefair

Policy25

CrossleyPa

rk

Policy22

Form

erSlad

enSc

hool

Policy20

Grasm

ereClose

Policy19

Chu

rchfieldsMasterplan

SAObjective

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Redevelopmentcouldinclude

healthfacilities.

Short-term

impacton

facilities.

+Seeks

redevelopm

entofa

poor

residentialenvironm

ent.

+Policyseekstocreateahigh

quality

residentialenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impactson

environm

entalquality.

1

Short-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

+Provide

newem

ploymentand

retailopportunities.

Short-

andlong-term

impacts.

+Provide

newem

ployment

opportunities.

Long-term

impact.

+Close

tothetowncentreand

redevelopm

entcouldinclude

healthfacilities.

Short-term

impact.

+Close

tothetowncentre.

++Policyseekstoimproveretail,

employment,andrecreation

opportunitiesas

wellasimprovinglinks

tothetowncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impacts.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Site

wouldbe

expected

todeliver

affordablehousing.

++100%

affordablehousingsite.

+Promotes

thedeliveryofaffordable

housing.

Short-

andlong-term

impactson

housingdelivery.

3

Short-term

impact.

Short-term

impact.

+Provide

newem

ploymentand

retailopportunities.

Short-

andlong-term

impacts.

+Provide

newem

ployment

opportunities.

Long-term

impact.

+Close

toretailcentreandlocal

schools.

+Seeks

redevelopm

entofa

poor

residentialenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

+Policyseekstocreateahigh

quality

residentialenvironm

entand

improved

access

tosurroundinggreenspace.

Improvelong-term

access

togreen

space.

Short-

andlong-term

impacts.

4



Policy26

Horsefair

Policy25

CrossleyPa

rk

Policy22

Form

erSlad

enSc

hool

Policy20

Grasm

ereClose

Policy19

Chu

rchfieldsMasterplan

SAObjective

+Promotes

activeground

floor

frontages.

Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity



impact

oncommunity

safety

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity


Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety

+Promotes

activefrontages

onto

streetsandspaces.

Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety

+Prom

otes

activefrontages

ontostreets

andspaces.

Positive

short-andlong-term

impact

oncommunity

safetyShort-

and

long-term

impacts.

5

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toincludewaste


accordance

with

theCore

Strategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need



with

the

CoreStrategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toincludewaste


accordance

with

theCore

Strategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toincludewaste


accordance

with

theCore

Strategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed



with

theCore

Strategy

6

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering



Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering



Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering



Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe



outw


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering



Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

7

+Goodaccess

toservices

and

facilitiesby

footandpublic

transport.

Short-term

impact.

xNotgood

access

bypublictransport.

Couldbe

mitigatedthrough

improved

publictransport.

Long-term

impact.

+Goodaccess

toservices

and

facilitiesby

footandpublic

transport.

Short-term

impact.

+Goodaccess

toservices

and

facilitiesby

footandpublic

transport.

Short-term

impacton

accessibility.

+Seeks

toimprovepedestrianlinks

tosurroundingareas.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

pedestrianmovem

entintotowncentre.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Promotes

greaterm

ovem

entchoices

thatcouldease

congestionon

existing

AQMA.

Long-term

impact.

9

++Site

notinflood

riskzone.

XX++

Site

notinflood

riskzone.

++Site

notinflood

riskzone.

N/A

10

Site

withinflood

zones2&3.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe



Policy26

Horsefair

Policy25

CrossleyPa

rk

Policy22

Form

erSlad

enSc

hool

Policy20

Grasm

ereClose

Policy19

Chu

rchfieldsMasterplan

SAObjective

form


Vulnerableuses

nottobe

located

onlowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

++Aimstorepairandimprove

historicstreetfrontage.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

+Po

tentialtoimproveaspectontothe

canal.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

+Potentialtoimprovethe

streetsceneon

HurcottRoad.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

+Seeks

redevelopm

entofa

poor

residentialenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

++Statesthedevelopm

entshouldwork

with

existinglandscape,landmarks,

andheritageassets.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

11

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

12

++Aimstorepairandimprove

historicstreetfrontage.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

N/A

N/A

N/A

++Seeks

thesafeguarding

ofheritage

assets.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

13

++Promotes

developm

entona

brow

nfieldsite.

xxDevelopmentonagreenfieldsite.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

form

ofon-site

greeninfrastructure

provision.

Medium/long-term

impact.

xxDevelopmentonagreenfieldsite.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredin

theform

ofon-site

green

infrastructureprovisionand

compensatoryprovisionforthe

playingpitches.

Medium/long-term

impact.

++Promotes

developm

entona

brow

nfieldsite.

++Prom

otes

developm

entonabrow

nfield

site.

14

++Theredevelopm

entofthissitewill

contributetowards

the


Shortandlong-term

positive

impactforthe

town.

++Theredevelopm

entofthissitewill

contributetowards

theregeneration

ofKidderminster.

Shortandlong-term

positiveimpact

forthe

town.

++Theredevelopm

entofthissitewill

contributetowards

the


Shortandlong-term

positive

impactforthe

town.

++Theredevelopm

entofthissite

willcontributetowards

the


Shortandlong-term

positive

impactforthe

town.

++TheregenerationofChurchfieldswill

contributetowards

theregenerationof

Kidderminster.

Shortand

long-term

positiveimpactfor

thetown.

15



Policy26

Horsefair

Policy25

CrossleyPa

rk

Policy22

Form

erSlad

enSc

hool

Policy20

Grasm

ereClose

Policy19

Chu

rchfieldsMasterplan

SAObjective

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


CoreStrategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


CoreStrategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


CoreStrategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


theCoreStrategy

asa

minimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

XPotentialtoincrease

noiseandlight

pollutiontothecanal.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredto

provideminimalimpactupon

river

wildlifecorridorandimprove

habitats.

Long-term

impacton

biodiversity,

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

+Supports

thedevelopm

entof

additionalemploymentprovision.

Long-term

impacton

skilllevels.

+Supports

thedevelopm

entof


Long-term

impacton

skilllevels.

N/A

N/A

+Su

pportsthedevelopm

entofadditional

employmentprovision.

Long-term

impacton

skilllevels.

18

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

++Masterplandevelopedwith

extensive

consultation.

Long-term

impacton

civicpride.

19

++Supports

additionalretailand

officedevelopm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Supports

additionalretailand

office

developm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21



Policy32

WorcesterStreetRetailD

evelop

ment

Policy31

Bromsg

rove

Street

Area

Policy30

Com

berton

Island

Policy28

Kidde

rminster

Railway

Station

Policy27

Com

berton

HillArea

SA

Objectiv

e

+Withinwalking

distance

oftowncentre

medicalfacilities.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Redevelopmentcouldincludehealth

andcommunity

facilities.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1

+Provide

newem

ploymentand

retail

opportunities.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

++Site

iswithinthetowncentreandcould

includeadditioncommunity

facilities.

Long-term

impact.

++Improveaccessibilitytothe

towncentre/Com

bertonHill.

Short-andlong-term

impact

onpedestrianmovem

entinto

towncentre.

++Provide

improved

public

transportfacilities.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

accessibility.

+Provide

newem

ploymentand

retail

opportunities.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

2

+Site

couldincludeamixtureofhousing.

Affordablehousingwouldbe

provided

accordance

with

thepolicysetout


Long-term

impact.

+Site



provided

accordance

with

thepolicysetoutwithin

theCoreStrategy.

Long-term

impact.

N/A

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

3

+Close

toretail,em

ployment,community,

andhealthfacilities.

++Site

iswithinthetowncentreandcould

includeadditionalcom

munity

facilities.

Long-term

impact.

++Improveaccessibilitytothe

towncentre/Com

bertonHill.

Short-andlong-term

impact

onpedestrianmovem

entinto

towncentre.

++Provide

improved

public


Short-andlong-term

impacton

accessibility.

+Provide

newem

ploymentand

retail

opportunities.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

4

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity



impacton

community

safety

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity


Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety

+Rem

ovingsubw

aysandtheir

crimerisk.


impacton

community

safety

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Promotes

activeground

floor

frontages.

Positive

short-andlong-term

impact

oncommunity

safety

5

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed


inaccordance

with

theCoreStrategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed


inaccordance

with

theCoreStrategy.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+An

ydevelopm

entofthe

sitewillneed



with

the

CoreStrategy.

6



Policy32


evelop

ment

Policy31

Bromsg

rove

Street

Area

Policy30

Com

berton

Island

Policy28

Kidde

rminster

Railway

Station

Policy27

Com

berton

HillArea

SA

Objectiv

e

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed

toimplem

entthe

'DeliveringSu

stainable


theCoreStrategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed

toimplem

entthe

'DeliveringSu

stainable


theCoreStrategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Provide

improved

public


Short-andlong-term

impacton

accessibility.

+An

ydevelopm

entofthe

sitewillneed

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering



Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

7

+Goodaccess

toservices

andfacilities

byfootandpublictransport.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

accessibility.

+Goodaccess

toservices

andfacilities


Short-

andlong-term

impacton

accessibility.

++Encouragesmorewalking

andcycling.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onaccessibility.

++Provide

improved

public


Short-andlong-term

impacton

accessibility.

+Goodaccess

toservices

andfacilities


Short-

andlong-term

impacton

accessibility.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

++Site

notinflood

riskzone.

++Site

notinflood

riskzone.

++Site

notinflood

riskzone.

++Site

notinflood

riskzone.

++Site

notinflood

riskzone.

10

++Redevelopmentcouldhave

asignificant

improvem

entonthetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.


asignificant

improvem

entonthetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

+Improvethestreetscenefor

pedestrians.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onquality

oftheenvironm

ent.

++Improvethetownscape

around

stationforecourt.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

++Aimstorepairandimprovehistoric

streetfrontage.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

11

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

12

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Aimstorepairandimprovehistoric

streetfrontage.

Long-term

impacton

thehistoric

environm

ent.

13

++Prom

otes

developm

entonabrow

nfield

site.

++Promotes

developm

entonabrow

nfield

site.

++Brownfieldsite

++Brownfieldsite.

++Promotes

developm

entona

brow

nfieldsite.

14



Policy32


evelop

ment

Policy31

Bromsg

rove

Street

Area

Policy30

Com

berton

Island

Policy28

Kidde

rminster

Railway

Station

Policy27

Com

berton

HillArea

SA

Objectiv

e

++Theredevelopm

entofthissitewill

contributetowards

theregenerationof

Kidderminster.

Shortandlong-term

positiveimpactfor

thetown.

++Theredevelopm

entofthissitewill

contributetowards

theregenerationof

Kidderminster.

Shortandlong-term

positiveimpactfor

thetown.

++Improvem

entofpedestrian

routewillcontributetothe

regenerationof

Kidderminster.

Short-andlong-term

impact

onpedestrianmovem

entinto

towncentre.

++Theredevelopm

entofthese

facilitieswillcontributetowards

theregenerationof

Kidderminster.

Shortandlong-term

positive

impactforthe

town.

+Developmentinthisarea

will

contributetowards

theregeneration

ofKidderminster.

Shortandlong-term

positiveimpact

forthe

town.

15

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


Strategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


Strategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


Strategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

++Supportthedevelopm

entofadditional


Long-term

impacton

skilllevels.

++Supportthedevelopm

entofadditional


Long-term

impacton

skilllevels.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Supports

thedevelopm

entof


Long-term

impacton

skilllevels.

18

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

19

++Supports

additionalretailand

office

developm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

++Supports

additionalretailand

office

developm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Improved

transportfacilities

makethetownamore

attractivebusiness

location.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

++Supports

additionalretailand

office

developm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Improved

transportfacilities

makethetownamore

attractivebusiness

location.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21



Policy37

Weavers

Wha

rf

Policy36

Park

Lane

Can

alside

Policy35

Park

Street

Indu

stria

lEstate&

Roc

kWorks

Policy34

WaterlooStreet

Area

Policy33

Lion

Street

SA

Objectiv

e

+Withinwalking

distance

oftown


Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Improveconnections

totowncentre

medicalfacilities.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Withinwalking

distance

oftown


Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Withinwalking

distance

oftown


Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

1

++Providenewem

ployment,retailand

leisureopportunities.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

++Provide

newem

ployment,retaila

ndleisureopportunitiesandimprove

links

tothetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

++Provide

newem

ploymentand

retail

opportunitiesandimprovelinks

tothetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

+Providenewem

ploymentand

retail

opportunities.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

+Providenewem

ploymentand

retail

opportunities.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

2

+Site

couldincludeamixtureof

housing.Affordablehousingwould

beprovided

accordance

with

the


Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

housing

provision.

+Site



beprovided

accordance

with

the


Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

housing

provision.

+Site



beprovided

accordance

with

the


Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

housing

provision.

+Site



beprovided

accordance

with

the


Strategy.

+Site



beprovided

accordance

with

the


Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

housing

provision.

3

+Provide

New

employmentand

retail

opportunities.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

+Provide

newem

ploymentand

community/culturalopportunities.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

+Provide

newem

ploymentand

community/culturalopportunities.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

++Providenewem

ploymentand

retail

opportunitiesandimproveaccess

toSt.George'sPark.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

+Providenewem

ploymentand

retail

opportunities.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

4

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity


Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity



impact

oncommunity

safety

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity



impact

oncommunity

safety

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity


Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity


Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety

5

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need



with

the

CoreStrategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need



with

the

CoreStrategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need



with

the

CoreStrategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need



with

the

CoreStrategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need



with

the

CoreStrategy.

6



Policy37

Weavers

Wha

rf

Policy36

Park

Lane

Can

alside

Policy35

Park

Street

Indu

stria

lEstate&

Roc

kWorks

Policy34

WaterlooStreet

Area

Policy33

Lion

Street

SA

Objectiv

e

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering



Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering



Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering



Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering



Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewill

need

toimplem

entthe

'Delivering



Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

7

++Goodaccess

toservices

and

facilitiesby

footandpublic

transport.

++Se

ekstoimproveaccess

tothetown

centre.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

pedestrianmovem

entintotown

centre.

++Seeks

toimproveaccess

tothe

towncentre.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

pedestrianmovem

entintotown

centre.

++Goodaccess

toservices

and

facilitiesby

footandpublic

transport.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

accessibility

++Goodaccess

toservices

and

facilitiesby

footandpublic

transport.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

accessibility

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

x?Site

notinflood

riskzone.

++Site

notinflood

riskzone.

++Site

notinflood

riskzone.

++Site

notinflood

riskzone.

++Site

notinflood

risk.Zone.

10

++Developmentcouldhave

asignificantimprovem

entonthe

townscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.



entonthe

townscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.



entonthe

townscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.



entonthe

townscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

++Developmentcouldhave


entonthe

townscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

11

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

12

+Seeks

tosafeguardbuildings

ofheritagevalueandthecanal

conservationarea.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

+Seeks

toretainbuildings

ofheritage

valueandsafeguardcanal

conservationarea.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

+Seeks

toretaintheRockWorks

building.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

13

++Promotes

developm

entona

brow

nfieldsite.

++Promotes

developm

entona

brow

nfieldsite.

++Promotes

developm

entona

brow

nfieldsite.

++Promotes

developm

entona

brow

nfieldsite.

++Promotes

developm

entona

brow

nfieldsite.

14



Policy37

Weavers

Wha

rf

Policy36

Park

Lane

Can

alside

Policy35

Park

Street

Indu

stria

lEstate&

Roc

kWorks

Policy34

WaterlooStreet

Area

Policy33

Lion

Street

SA

Objectiv

e

++Theredevelopm

entofthissitewill

contributetowards

theregeneration

ofKidderminster.

Shortand

long-term

positiveimpact

forthe

town.

++Theredevelopm

entofthissitewill

contributetowards

theregeneration

ofKidderminster.

Shortandlong-term

positiveimpact

forthe

town.

++Theredevelopm

entofthissitewill

contributetowards

theregeneration

ofKidderminster.

Shortandlong-term

positiveimpact

forthe

town.

++Theredevelopm

entofthissitewill

contributetowards

the


Shortandlong-term

positive

impactforthe

town.

++Theredevelopm

entofthissitewill

contributetowards

the


Shortand

long-term

positiveimpact

forthe

town.

15

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


CoreStrategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


Strategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


CoreStrategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


CoreStrategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


CoreStrategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

+Supportthedevelopm

entof


Long-term

impacton

skilllevels.

+Supportthedevelopm

entof


Long-term

impacton

skilllevels.

+Supportthedevelopm

entof


Long-term

impacton

skilllevels.

+Supportthedevelopm

entof


Long-term

impacton

skilllevels.

+Supportthedevelopm

entof


Long-term

impacton

skilllevels.

18

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

19

+Su

pportsadditionalretailand

office

developm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

+Supports

additionalretailand

office

developm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

0Developmentm

aylead

torelocation

ofexistingbusinesses,butcould

provideopportunityfornew

.Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

+Su


office

developm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

+Su


office

developm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21



Policy42

Herita

geProc

ession

s

Policy41

Street

Improv

emen

ts

Policy40

CivicSp

aces

Policy39

MillStreet

Mixed

Use

Area

Policy38

Castle

Wha

rf

SA

Objectiv

e

+Withinwalking

distance

oftowncentre

medicalfacilities.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Withinwalking

distance

oftowncentremedical

facilities.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

1

++Areaiswithinthetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Improveaccessibilityto

culture/performance

space.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Provide

newem

ploymentand

retail

opportunities.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

++Site

iswithinthetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

2

+Site



provided

accordance

with


CoreStrategy.

Medium/long-term

impact.

N/A

N/A

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Thesitewouldbe

expected

toprovideaffordable

housinginaccordance

with

thepolicysetout


Medium/long-term

impact.

3

+Provide

newem


Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Improveaccessibilityto

open

space.

Short-

andlong-term

positiveimpact.

+Provide

newem

ploymentand

retail

opportunities.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

+Parks

andplay

areaswithineasy

walking

distance.

Short-

andlong-term

onquality

oflife.

4

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity

and


Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Providing

morecivic

spaces.

Positive

short-and

long-term

impacton

community

safety

+Prom

otes

activeground

floorfrontages.


impacton

community

safety

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity

and


Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety

5

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed

toincludewasteminimisationmeasuresin

accordance

with

theCoreStrategy.

N/A

N/A

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed


inaccordance

with

theCoreStrategy.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed

toinclude

wasteminimisationmeasuresinaccordance

with

theCoreStrategy.

6

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed

toimplem

entthe


Development'corepolicysetoutwithinthe

CoreStrategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

N/A

N/A

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed

toimplem

entthe

'DeliveringSu

stainable


theCoreStrategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed

toimplem

entthe


Development'corepolicysetoutwithintheCore

Strategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

7



Policy42

Herita

geProc

ession

s

Policy41

Street

Improv

emen

ts

Policy40

CivicSp

aces

Policy39

MillStreet

Mixed

Use

Area

Policy38

Castle

Wha

rf

SA

Objectiv

e

+Goodaccess

toservices

andfacilitiesby

foot

andpublictransport.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

accessibility

N/A

N/A

++Goodaccess

toservices

andfacilities


Short-

andlong-term

impacton

accessibility

+Goodaccess

toservices

andfacilitiesby

foot

andpublictransport.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

accessibility

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

XSom

eareaswithinflood

zones2and3.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

N/A

++Sitesarenotinflood

risk

zone.

???

Site

notinflood

riskzone.

XXPartially

withinflood

zone

3,remainderofsite

withinflood

zone

2.Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

10

form

ofasuitableSU

DSscheme.Residential

uses

nottobe

locatedon

lowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

form

ofasuitableSUDSscheme.Residential

uses

nottobe

locatedon

lowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

++Developmentrequiredtoprotectand

enhancetheproposed

conservationarea

and

listedbuildings.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

quality

ofthe

environm

ent.

++Improvethepublic

realmofthetown

centre.

Short-

and

long-term

impacton

quality

ofthe

environm

ent.

++Improvethepublicrealm

ofthetowncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

ofthe

environm

ent.

+Seeks

topreserve

andenhancestrong

buildingline.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.


enhance

theproposed

conservationarea

andlisted

buildings.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

ofthe

environm

ent.

11

+OpportunitytoenhanceRiverStour

environm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

naturalhabitat.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Policyrequiresenhancem

enttogreen

infrastructureandbiodiversitynetwork

wherepossible,m

ainlyalongtheRiver

Stourcorridor.

Long-term

impacton

naturalhabitat.

+OpportunitytoenhanceSpecialWildlifeSites

alongsideRiverStourandStaffordshire

and

Worcestershire

Canal.

Long-term

impacton

naturalhabitat.

12


enhancetheproposed

conservationarea

and

listedbuildings.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

quality

ofthe

environm

ent.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.


enhance

theproposed

conservationarea

andlisted

buildings.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

ofthe

environm

ent.

13



Policy42

Herita

geProc

ession

s

Policy41

Street

Improv

emen

ts

Policy40

CivicSp

aces

Policy39

MillStreet

Mixed

Use

Area

Policy38

Castle

Wha

rf

SA

Objectiv

e

++Promotes

developm

entonbrow

nfieldsites.

N/A

+Site

isbrow

nfield.

++Promotes

developm

entonbrow

nfield

sites.

++Promotes

developm

entonabrow

nfieldsite.

14

+Policywillcontributetowards

the


Shortandlong-term


town.

+Policywill

contributetowards

theregenerationof

Kidderminster.

Shortand

long-term

positiveimpactfor

thetown.

+Policywillcontribute

towards

theregeneration

ofKidderminster.

Shortandlong-term


town.

+Developmentinthisarea

willcontribute

towards

theregenerationof

Kidderminster.

Shortandlong-term

positiveimpactfor

thetown.

++Theredevelopm

entofthissitewillcontribute

towards

theregenerationofKidderminster.

Shortand

long-term


town.

15

+Developmentw

illbe

expected

toachievethe

requirementsoftheCoreStrategy

asa

minimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected


Strategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Developmentw

illbe

expected

toachievethe

requirementsoftheCoreStrategy

asa

minimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

XPotentialtoincrease

noiseandlightpollutionto

thecanaland

river.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredtoprovideminimal

impactupon

riverwildlifecorridorandimprove

habitats.

Long-term

impacton

naturalhabitat.

17

+Supportthedevelopm

entofadditional


Long-term

impacton

skilllevels.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Supportthedevelopm

entofadditional


Long-term

impacton

skilllevels.

+Supportthedevelopm

entofadditional


Long-term

impacton

skilllevels.

18

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

19

+Supportthedevelopm

entofadditional


Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

N/A

N/A

+Supportthedevelopm

entofadditional


Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

+Supportthedevelopm

entofadditional


Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

N/A

N/A

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21



Policy45

Bus

Dep

ot

SA

Objectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

1

+Close

tothetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

2

+Site

couldincludeamixtureofhousing.Affordablehousingwouldbe

provided

accordance

with

thepolicysetoutwithintheCoreStrategy.

Long-term

impact.

3

+Provide

newem


Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

4

+New

developm

entw

illincrease

activity


Positive

short-andlong-term

impacton

community

safety

5

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed

toincludewasteminimisationmeasuresinaccordance

with

theCoreStrategy.

6

+Any

developm

entofthe

sitewillneed

toimplem

entthe

'DeliveringSustainableDevelopment'corepolicysetoutwithintheCoreStrategy.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

7

+Improvetransportinfrastructureandpedestrianandcyclelinks.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

pedestrianmovem

entintotowncentre.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

++Site

notinflood

riskzone.

10

++Seeks

toextend

heritageprocessionalrouteandimproverelationshiptoringroad.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

11

0Nolikelyimpact

12

0Nolikelyimpact

13



Policy45

Bus

Dep

ot

SA

Objectiv

e

++Promotes

developm

entonabrow

nfieldsite

14

++Theredevelopm

entofthissitewillcontributetowards

theregenerationofKidderminster.

Shortandlong-term


town.

15

+Developmentw

illbe

expected

toachievetherequirementsoftheCoreStrategy

asaminimum

.Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

16

0Nolikelyimpact

17

+Supports

thedevelopm

entofadditionalem

ploymentprovision.

Long-term

impacton

skilllevels.

18

N/A

19

+Supports

thedevelopm

entofadditionalem

ploymentprovision.

Long-term

impacton

econom

icgrow

th.

20

N/A

21



DPo

licyTestingTables

Aim

sof

theKCAAP

Tohe

lpmakeKidde

rminster

theprem

ierd

estin

ationof

choice

fors

hopp

ingan

den

tertainm

entfor

allresiden

tswith

inWyreFo

rest

Districta

ndthesu

rrou

nding

ruralcatch

men

tarea.

Tomaxim

isetheecon

omicvitalityof

centralK

idde

rminster

whilste

nhan

cing

the

environm

ento

fthe

area

asaplaceto

live.

SAObjectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1



Long-term

impact.



Long-term

impact.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Seeks

toincrease

housingtoaddvitalitytocentralKidderminster.

3Short-

andlong-term

impactas

housingisdelivered.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

4


activity


atalltimes

ofthedayand

night.

Short-

andlong-term

impactas

developm

entsareprogressed.


activity


atalltimes

ofthedayand

night.

Short-

andlong-term

impactas

developm

entsareprogressed.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7

+Focusesdevelopm


theneed

totravel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Focusesdevelopm


theneed

totravel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

+Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpacton

thetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

+Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpacton

thetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

11


Policy Testing TablesD

Aim

sof

theKCAAP


thetownandprovidean


inated

land.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.


thetownandprovidean


inated

land.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

12

+New

developm



andpreserve

thehistoricenvironm

ent.

+New

developm



andpreserve

thehistoricenvironm

ent.

13

++Supports


nfieldland.

++Supports


nfieldland.

14


Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.


Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

19

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.Long-term

impacton

diversity

andgrow

th.

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.Long-term

impacton

diversity

andgrow

th.

20

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.Long-term

impacton

diversity

andgrow

th.

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.Long-term

impacton

diversity

andgrow

th.

21

Objectiv

esof

theKCAAP

Provideafra

mew

ork

forp

roactiv

etown

centremanagem

ent.

Con

nect

andintegrate

themainde

velopm

ents

anden

vironm

ental

assets.

Improv

etheen

vironm

entb

yenhancingstreetsandspaces

forp

eople.

Ope

nup

theriv

erStou

rto

create

anen

hanc

edbiod

iversity

potentialand

environm

entalsettin

g.

Release

thepo

tentialofthe

area'scana

lsidesetting

.

Maxim

isetheecon

omic

potentialo

fthe

towncentre

includ

ingsh

opping

,the

even

ingan

dvisitore

cono

my,

andoffic

esp

ace.

SAObjectiv

e


DPolicy Testing Tables

Objectiv

esof

theKCAAP

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Improveease

and


to+

Improveease

andattractiveness

ofwalking

tofacilitieswithinthe

towncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impacts.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1facilitieswithinthetown

centre.

Short-

andlong-term

impacts.

++Aimstoimprovethe

culturaland

leisure

offerinthetown.

Long-term

impact.

++Improveaccess

tocultural

andleisurefacilities.

Long-term

impact.

+Improveease

andattractiveness

ofwalking


towncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impacts.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.



Long-term

impact.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Included

aspartofhigh

quality


environm

entstohelptoraise

quality

oflife.

Long-term

impact.

+Therivercouldform

partofa

quality

residential

environm

ents.

Long-term

impact.

+Canalscouldform

partofa

quality

residential

environm

ents.

Long-term

impact.

++Se

ekstoincrease

housingtoadd


Short-

andlong-term

impactas

housingisdelivered.

3

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Increase

access

tothe

greenspaces.

Short-

andlong-term

impacts.

+Improveease

andattractiveness

ofwalking


towncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impacts.

+Increase

access

tothegreen

spaces.

Short-

andlong-term

impacts.

+Increase

access

tothegreen

spaces.

Short-

andlong-term

impacts.

0Nolikelyimpact.

4

++Aimstocreateatown

with

activity

and

+Encourage

useofstreets

andcreateadditional


Short-

andlong-term

impactas

developm

ents

areprogressed.

+Encourage

useofstreetsand

createadditionalnatural

surveillance.

Short-

andlong-term

impactas

developm

entsareprogressed.

+Developmentalong

theriver


safetyalongit.

Short-

andlong-term

impactas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Developmentalong

thecanal


safetyalongit.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

asdevelopm

entsare

progressed.


activity


atall

times

ofthedayandnight.

Short-

andlong-term

impactas

developm

entsareprogressed.

5

naturalsurveilla

nceat

alltimes

oftheday

andnight.

Short-

andlong-term

impactas

developm

entsare

progressed.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Couldincrease

the

popularityof

walking/cycling.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Couldincrease

thepopularityof

walking/cycling.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7



Objectiv

esof

theKCAAP

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Couldincrease

the

popularityof

walking/cycling.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Couldincrease

thepopularityof

walking/cycling.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Promotethecanalaspartof

thepedestrian/cyclenetwork.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Focusesdevelopm

entonthe


the

need

totravel.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.


therivercouldwellbeproneto

flood

risk.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredin

the

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10form

ofasuitableSUDS

scheme.Vu

lnerableuses

not

tobe

locatedon

lowerlevels.

Short-

andlong-term

impacts

asmitigationmeasuresare

delivered.

+Provide

better

organisationand



Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed.



Short-andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Promotes

developm

entw

hich


thewaterways.

Short-

andlong-term

impacts

asdevelopm

entsare

progressed.

++Promotes

developm

ent

which

hasapositive

relationshiptothe

waterways.

Short-andlong-term

impacts

asdevelopm

entsare

progressed.

+Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpacton

thetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

11managem

entofpublic

spaces.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsare

progressed.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Policyrequiresthe

enhancem

entofthe

biodiversity

valueofthewaterways.

Short-

andlong-term

impacts

asdevelopm

entsare

++Policyrequiresthe

enhancem

entofthe

biodiversityvalueofthe

waterways.

Short-andlong-term

impacts

asdevelopm

entsare

progressed

andimproves

delivered.




townandprovidean

opportunity

toremediatecontam

inated

land.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

12

progressed

andimproves

delivered



Objectiv

esof

theKCAAP

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.



+

Developmentcan

compliment

andenhancetheriverandits

setting.

Short-

andlong-term

impacts

asdevelopm

entsare

progressed.

+Developmentcan

complimentthe

canal

conservationarea.

Short-andlong-term

impacts

asdevelopm

entsare

progressed.

+New

developm

entscanraisethe

quality

ofthelandscapeand

townscape

andpreserve

the

historicenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

13Potentially

improvingheritage

setting

ofsomeareas.

Short-andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Su

pportsresidentialdevelopment

onbrow

nfieldland.

14

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Promotes

regenerationby


environm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed.

+Promotes

regenerationby


environm

ent.

Short-andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Wouldhelptoprom

otethe


bycapitalisingon

anasset.

Long-term

impact.

++Wouldhelptoprom

otethe

regenerationof

Kidderminsterby

capitalising

onan

asset.

Long-term

impact.

++Potentialregenerationofkey

towncentresites.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

19

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpac

+Thiscouldenabletoholdingof

moreeventswhich

couldattract

visitors.

Long-term

impacton

tourism.

+Capitalisingon

therivercould

helpattracttourists.

Long-term

impacton

tourism.

+Capitalisingon

thecanal

couldhelpattracttourists.

Long-term

impacton

tourism.

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.Long-term

impacton

diversityand

grow

th.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpac

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.Long-term

impacton

diversityand

grow

th.

21



Hou

sing

Den

sity

andType

Recog

nise

that,intheKidde

rminster

central

Area,therewillbe

ane

edford

edicated

car-pa

rkingforn

ewho

mes.

Recog

nise

theco

nstraintsof

man

ytowncentre

siteswilllead

tothede

velopm

ento

fapa

rtmen

ts.

Con

centratemixed

-use

developm

entformatsinco

rporatingne

who

mes

inthecentralp

arto

ftow

n.SA

Objectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Towncentrelocationprovides

easy

access

toarangeofhealthfacilities.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

1

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.


easy

access

toarangeofculturalfacilities.Sh

ort-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

XApartm

entdevelopmentscouldreduce

thevariationof

housingtypesavailable.

Long-term

impacton

housingprovision.

+Amixoftenuresandtypesofhousingwillbe

required.How

ever,the

viability

issues

associated

with

developing

inthetowncentremay

restrictprovision

ofaffordablehousing.

Long-term

impacton

housingprovision.

3

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.


easy

access

tohealthfacilitiesandeducation

andem


Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

4

0Nolikelyimpact.


activity

andnatural

surveillanceatalltimes

ofthedayandnight.

Short-

andlong-term

impactas

developm

entsare

progressed.

++Mixed

useandresidentialdevelopmentsinthetowncentreprovidethe

opportunitydeliverSecured

byDesignprinciples

andprovidenatural

surveillance.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

6

XDiscourages

travelbymoresustainablemethods

bymakingcartraveleasier.

Mitigationrequiredby

providingimproved

public

transportaccessibilityandimprovewalking

and

cycleroutes.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Sustainablelocationwillencourageamoresustainablelifestyle,particularin

termsoftravel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

7



Hou

sing

Den

sity

andType

XDiscourages

travelbymoresustainablemethods

bymakingcartraveleasier.


providingimproved

public

transportaccessibilityandimprovewalking

and

cycleroutes.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Sustainabletowncentrelocationwillencourageamoresustainablelifestyle,

particularintermsoftravel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

8

XMorecarsinthearea

couldincrease

problems

with

airquality.

Long-term

impactson

pollution.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Providing

amixofuses

coulddiscourage

carusesandimpacton

airquality.

Long-term

impacton

pollution.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

X10

Anumberoftow

ncentresitesarewithinFloodZone

2or3.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

form

ofasuitableSUDSscheme.Vu

lnerableuses

nottobe

locatedon

lower

levels.

Short-

andlong-term

impactson

flood

risk.

0Nolikelyimpact.

XHighdensity

apartmentscouldlim

itthedesign

ofbuildings

andpossiblelead

toless

sympathetic

developm

ents.

Effectscouldbe

mitigatedthroughhigh

quality

design.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsare

progressed.

++Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpacton

thetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

11

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Redevelopmentofsitescouldhelptoaddtoandenhancethegreen

infrastructurewithinthetownandprovidean

opportunitytoremediate

contam

inated

land.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

12

0Nolikelyimpact.

XHighdensity

apartmentscouldlim

itthedesign

ofbuildings

andpossiblelead

toless

sympathetic

developm

ents.

Effectscouldbe

mitigatedthroughhigh

quality

design.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsare

progressed.

+New

developm



and

preserve

thehistoricenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

13



Hou

sing

Den

sity

andType

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Supports


nfieldland.

++Supports


nfieldland.

14

0Nolikelyimpact.


Long-term

impacton

thetown.


Long-term

impacton

thetown.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Amixed-use

schemecouldhelptoboostthe

econom

yofthetown.

Long-term

impacton

diversity

andgrow

th.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21

Hou

sing

Den

sity

andType

Deliver

hous

ingin

both

thetowncentre

and

elsewhe

rewith

intheKCAAParea.

Deliver

amixof

dens

ities

andtype

selsewhe

rewith

inKCAAPinclud

ingChu

rchfields.

Recog

nise

thesp

ecificecon

omicch

alleng

esof

rede

veloping

thetowncentre

siteswhe

nassessingthede

velopm

ento

fnew

SAObjectiv

eho

mes

with

inthetowncentre

ringroad

andtheen

vironm

ent

ofPa

rkLa

ne(north).

++Easyaccess

toarangeofhealthfacilitiesinthe

towncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed.

+Easyaccess

tothetowncentretoaccess

toarange

ofhealthfacilities.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsare

progressed.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1

++Easyaccess

toarangeofculturalfacilitiesinthe

towncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed.

+Easyaccess


toarange

ofculturalfacilities.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsare

progressed.

0Nolikelyimpact.

2



Hou

sing

Den

sity

andType

+Amixoftenuresandtypesofhousingwillbe

required.How

ever,the

viabilityissues

associated

++Amixoftenuresandtypesofhousingwillbe

required.

Thiswillbe

moreviableinsitesoutsideofthetown

centre.

Long-term

impacton

housingprovisionandchoice.

XX

Theviabilityofresidentialdevelopmentintheselocations

may

have

anegativeimpacton

theprovisionofaffordablehousing.

Long-term

impacton


3

with

developing

inthetowncentremay

restrict

provisionofaffordablehousing.Affordablehousing

outsidethecentrewillbe

easiertodeliver.

Long-term

impacton


++Ea

syaccess

tohealthfacilitiesandeducationand

employmentopportunitiesinthetowncentre.

+Easyaccess


tohealth

facilitiesandeducationandem


0Nolikelyimpact.

4

++Mixed

useandresidentialdevelopmentsprovide

theopportunitydeliverSecured

byDesign

principles

andprovidenaturalsurveillance.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed.

++Mixed

useandresidentialdevelopmentsprovidethe

opportunitydeliverSecured

byDesignprinciples

and

providenaturalsurveillance.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsare

progressed.

0Nolikelyimpact.

5

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

++Sustainablelocationwillencourageamore

sustainablelifestyle,particularintermsoftravel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

++Su

stainablelocationwillencourageamoresustainable

lifestyle,particularintermsoftravel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

++Sustainablelocationwillencourageamoresustainablelifestyle,


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

7


sustainablelifestyle,particularintermsoftravel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

++Su

stainablelocationwillencourageamoresustainable

lifestyle,particularintermsoftravel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

++Sustainablelocationwillencourageamoresustainablelifestyle,


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

8

+Providingamixofuses

coulddiscourage

caruses

andimpacton

airquality.

+Providing

amixofuses

coulddiscourage

caruses

andimpacton

airquality.

+Providing

amixofuses

coulddiscourage

carusesandimpacton

airquality.

9

Long-term

impacton

pollution.

Long-term

impacton

pollution.

Long-term

impacton

pollution.

XX

X10

Anumberoftow

ncentresitesarewithinFlood

Zone

2or3.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

Anumberoftow


2or3.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

Anumberoftow


2or3.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

form


lnerableuses

nottobe

located

onlowerlevels.



Hou

sing

Den

sity

andType

Short-

andlong-term

impactson

flood

risk.

form

ofasuitableSU

DSscheme.Vu

lnerableuses

nottobe

locatedon

lowerlevels.

Short-

andlong-term

impactson

flood

risk.

form


lnerableuses

not

tobe

locatedon

lowerlevels.

Short-

andlong-term

impactson

flood

risk..

++Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpacton

the

townscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

++Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpacton

the

townscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

XTheviabilityofresidentialdevelopmenttintheselocations

could

potentially

impacton

thequality

ofdevelopm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

11

++Redevelopmentofsitescouldhelptoaddtoand

enhancethegreeninfrastructurewithinthetown

++Redevelopmentofsitescouldhelptoaddtoand

enhancethegreeninfrastructurewithinthetownand

++Redevelopmentofsitescouldhelptoaddtoandenhancethegreen

infrastructurewithinthetownandprovidean


contam

inated

land.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

12

andprovidean


contam

inated

land.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed.

providean


inated

land.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsare

progressed.

+New

developm


ofthe

landscapeandtownscape

andpreserve

the

historicenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+New

developm


ofthe


andpreserve

thehistoric

environm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

XTheviabilityofresidentialdevelopmenttintheselocations

could

potentially

impacton

thequality

ofdevelopm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

13

++Supports


nfield

land.

++Supports


nfieldland.

++Supports


nfieldland.

14


Long-term

impacton

thetown.

++Potentialregenerationofkeysitesinthetown.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

++Potentialregenerationofkeysitesinthetown.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19



Hou

sing

Den

sity

andType

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Amixed-use

schemes

couldhelptoboostthe

econom

yofthetown.

Long-term

impacton

diversity

andgrow

th.

0Nolikelyimpact.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21

Affo

rdab

leHou

sing

Thecu

rren

t30%

policyon

affordab

leho

usingissu

itableforresiden

tial

developm

entintheKCAAParea.

Deliver

amixof

type

san

dtenu

rean

dup

to40%

affordab

leho

usingelsewhe

rewith

inKCAAPinclud

ingChu

rchfields

Recog

nise

thesp

ecificecon

omic

challeng

esof

rede

veloping

towncentre

siteswhe

nassessingthelevelo

f

Recog

nise

that

theco

nstraintsof

man

ytowncentre

siteswilllead

tothe

developm

ento

fapa

rtmen

tsan

dman

yof

SAObjectiv

eaffordab

leho

usingprov

isionwith

inthe

thesewillno

tbestan

dard

sizesor

shap

estowncentrerin

groad

andtheenvironm

ent

ofPa

rkLa

ne(north)i.e30%

anddo

notlen

dthem

selves

tostan

dard

hous

ingform

ats.

++Easyaccess

toarangeofhealthfacilities

inthetowncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Easyaccess

toarangeofhealthfacilities

inthetowncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Easyaccess

toarangeofhealthfacilitiesin

thetowncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Easyaccess

toarangeofhealthfacilitiesin

thetowncentre.

Short-andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed.

1

++Easyaccess

toarangeofculturalfacilities

inthetowncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Easyaccess

toarangeofculturalfacilities

inthetowncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Easyaccess

toarangeofculturalfacilitiesin

thetowncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Easyaccess

toarangeofculturalfacilitiesin

thetowncentre.

Short-andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed.

2

+Provide

agood

levelofaffordablehousing.

Long-term

impacton

housingprovisionand

choice.

++Provide

ahigh

levelofaffordablehousing

andamixoftenures.

Long-term

impacton

housingprovisionand

choice.

XXTheviabilityofresidentialdevelopmentin

theselocations

may

have

anegativeimpact

ontheprovisionofaffordablehousing.

Long-term

impacton

housingprovisionand

choice.

XXApartm

entdevelopmentscouldreduce

the

variationofhousingtypesavailableandmay

notm

eetstandards

foraffordablehousingsize.

Long-term

impacton

housingprovisionand

choice.

3

++Easyaccess

tohealthfacilitiesand

educationandem

ploymentopportunitiesin

thetowncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Easyaccess

tohealthfacilitiesand

educationandem

ploymentopportunitiesin

thetowncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Ea

syaccess


andem

ploymentopportunitiesinthetown

centre.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Easyaccess


andem


centre.

Short-andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed.

4



Affo

rdab

leHou

sing

++Mixed

useandresidentialdevelopments

providetheopportunitydeliverSecured

by

++Mixed



by

++Ea

syaccess


andem


centre.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Mixed



byDesignprinciples

andprovidenatural

surveillance.

Short-andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed.

5Designprinciples

andprovidenatural

surveillance.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

Designprinciples

andprovidenatural

surveillance.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

+Sustainablelocationwillencourageamore

sustainablelifestyle,particularintermsof

travel.



travel.



travel.



travel.

7



travel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.



travel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.



travel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.



travel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

XX

XX

10

Anumberoftow

ncentresitesarewithin

FloodZone

2or3.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

Anumberoftow


FloodZone

2or3.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

Anumberoftow


FloodZone

2or3.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

Anumberoftow

ncentresitesarewithinFlood

Zone

2or3.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

form


Vulnerableuses

nottobe

locatedon

lower

levels.

Short-

andlong-term

impactson

flood

risk.

form

ofasuitableSU

DSscheme.Vulnerable

uses

nottobe

locatedon

lowerlevels.

Short-

andlong-term

impactson

flood

risk.

form


lnerable

uses

nottobe

locatedon

lowerlevels.

Short-

andlong-term

impactson

flood

risk.

form


lnerable

uses

nottobe

locatedon

lowerlevels.

Short-

andlong-term

impactson

flood

risk.

++Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpact

onthetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

++Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpact

onthetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

++Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpact

onthetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpacton

thetownscape.

Short-andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed.

11

++Redevelopmentofsitescouldhelptoadd

toandenhancethegreeninfrastructure

++Redevelopmentofsitescouldhelptoadd

toandenhancethegreeninfrastructure

++Redevelopmentofsitescouldhelptoaddto

andenhancethegreeninfrastructurewithin

++Redevelopmentofsitescouldhelptoaddto

andenhancethegreeninfrastructurewithin

12



Affo

rdab

leHou

sing

withinthetownandprovidean

opportunity

toremediatecontam

inated

land.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

withinthetownandprovidean

opportunity

toremediatecontam

inated

land.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

thetownandprovidean

opportunityto

remediatecontam

inated

land.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

thetownandprovidean

opportunityto

remediatecontam

inated

land.

Short-andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed.

+New

developm



andpreserve

thehistoricenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

+New

developm



andpreserve

thehistoricenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

+New

developm



andpreserve

thehistoricenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

+New

developm


ofthe


andpreserve

the

historicenvironm

ent.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

13

++Supports

residentialdevelopmenton

brow

nfieldland.

++Supports


brow

nfieldland.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Supports


brow

nfieldland.

14

++Potentialregenerationofkeytowncentre

sites.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.


sites.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.


sites.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

++Po

tentialregenerationofkeytowncentresites.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21

Employ

men

tUses

Allo

woffic

ede

velopm

entoutside

theKCAAParea

(i.e.Th

eSR

EC).

Shou

ldLigh

tind

ustrialu

sesbe

retained

with

inthe

KCAAP.

With

intheKCAAParea

thefocu

ssh

ould

beon

new

retail,co

mmercial,leisu

rean

doffic

ede

velopm

ents

andno

tB1(c)/B2/B8land

uses.

SAObjectiv

e



Employ

men

tUses

XLocations

outsidetheKCAAParemorelikelytobe

away

from

healthfacilitiesinthetowncentre.

Couldbe

mitigatedthroughimprovem

entstopublictransport.

Long-term

impacton

access

toservices.

+Employmentlocations

withintheKCAAPwouldbe

closeto

healthfacilitiesinthetowncentre.



close

tohealthfacilitiesinthetowncentre.

1

XLocations

outsidetheKCAAParemorelikelytobe

away

from

culturalfacilitiesinthetowncentre.

Couldbe


entstopublictransport

Long-term

impacton

access

toservices.



closeto

culturalfacilitiesinthetowncentre.



close

toculturalfacilitiesinthetowncentre.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Reducingtheam

ountofindustrialdevelopmentinKCAAP

area

wouldimprovetheurbanenvironm

entintermsof

design

quality

andpublicrealm.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

3

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

4

0Nolikelyimpact.

XThedesign

industrialdevelopmentdoesnotgenerallylend

itselfw

elltosecureby

design

andstrugglestoofferm

uch


Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsare

progressed.

++Provide

theopportunitydeliverSecured

byDesign

principles

andprovidenaturalsurveilla

nce.Less

industrial

developm

entm

eans

less

inactivefrontages

andspaces

thatwillhelptoimprovenaturalsurveillance.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsare

progressed.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

XLocations

outsidetheKC

AAParea

aremorelikelytoencourage

travelbyless

sustainablemeans

wherepublictransportand

walking

links

arenotasgood.

Couldbe



Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Su

stainableem

ploymentlocations

withintheKC

AAPreduce

theneed

foremployeestotravelbycar.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7

XLocations

outsidetheKC

AAParea

aremorelikelytoencourage

travelbyless

sustainablemeans

wherepublictransportand

walking

links

arenotasgood.

Couldbe



Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Su

stainableem

ploymentlocations

withintheKC

AAPreduce

theneed

foremployeestotravelbycar.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

0Nolikelyimpact.

8



Employ

men

tUses

XFocusing

employmentuseson

areasoutsidetheKCAAParea

couldincrease

potentialforcongestionandairqualityissues.

Couldbe



Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

XX

10

Anumberoftow


2or3.

How

ever,industrialuseisaless

vulnerableusethen

residential(forexample)andthereforeflood

riskimpactis

notasgreat.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

Anumberoftow


2or

3.How

ever,employmentusesareless

vulnerablethen

residential(forexample)andthereforeflood

riskimpactis

notasgreat.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

form


Short-

andlong-term

impactson

flood

risk.

form


Short-

andlong-term

impactson

flood

risk.

+/X

Rem

oves

theopportunitytoprovidetownscape

improvem

ents

totheKC

AAParea,butprovides

theopportunityforotherareas

oftheDistrict.

XThedesign


itselfw

elltotogood

towncentredesign

andprotectingthe

townscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+Willimprovethepotentialtoprovidehigh

quality

developm

entswhich

addpositivelytothetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

11

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

12

+/X

Rem

oves

theopportunitytoprovidetownscape

improvem

ents

totheKC

AAParea,butprovides

theopportunityforotherareas

oftheDistrict.

XThedesign


itselfw

elltotogood

towncentredesign

andprotectingthe

townscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+Willimprovethepotentialtoprovidehigh

quality

developm

entswhich

addpositivelytothetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

13

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Supports

developm

entonbrow

nfieldland.

++Supports

developm

entonbrow

nfieldland.

14

XCoulddetractfromtheregenerationofKidderminsterand

Stourportby

taking

potentialinvestmentaway

fromthetown

centres.

Long-term

impacton

theregenerationofthetowncentre.

+Potentialregenerationofkeytowncentresites.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.


Long-term

impacton

thetown.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16



Employ

men

tUses

0Nolikelyimpact.

XCouldpotentially

increase

noisepollution.

Mitigationcouldbe

used

intheform

ofsensitive

screening,

acousticbarriersandsiting.

Short-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

+Wouldprovidegreatervarietyem

ploymentand

training

opportunitiesforresidentswithintheKCAAParea.A

lthough

reducing

accessibilitytothem

.Long-term

impacton

skillsandeducation.

++Wouldprovidegreatervarietyem

ploymentand

training

opportunitiesintheKCAAParea.

Long-term

impacton

skillsandeducation.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

XCouldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thinthewiderDistrict,buthave


theeconom

yoftheKCAAParea.

Long-term

impacton

diversity

andgrow

th.

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.Long-term

impacton

diversity

andgrow

th.

X/+

Torestrictcertainem

ploymentusescouldstifleeconom

icgrow

thintheKC

AAParea.H

oweveritwillsupporttourism,

retailandleisuregrow

th.

Long-term

impacton

diversity

andgrow

th.

20

+Couldprom

oteindustrialgrowthandencouragethe

developm

entofnew

technologies.

Long-term

impacton

diversity

andgrow

th.

+Couldprom


developm

entofnew

technologies.

Long-term

impacton

diversity

andgrow

th.

+Couldprom


developm

entofnew

technologies.

Long-term

impacton

diversity

andgrow

th.

21

Retail

Prim

arySh

opping

Areaas

defin

edin

thePreferredOption.

Includ

eMorris

onswith

inthe

Prim

arySh

opping

Area.

Use

theWYG

prop

osed

extens

ion

tothePrim

arySh

opping

Area.

Dono

tinc

lude

Bromsg

rove

Streetinthe

prim

arySh

opping

Area.

Includ

eBromsg

rove

Street

inthe

Prim

arySh

opping

Area.

SAObjectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

3

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

4



Retail

++Promotes

newdevelopm

entin

Bromsgrove

Streetwhich

could

+New

developm

entcouldprovide

improved

naturalsurveillance

and

+New

developm

entcouldprovide

improved

naturalsurveillance

and

activity

tosomeareas.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Promotes

newdevelopm

entin

Bromsgrove

Streetwhich

could

improved

naturalsurveillance

and

activity.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

5improved

naturalsurveillance

and

activity.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

activity

tosomeareas.Short-

and

long-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7

+Helptoconcentrateretail

developm

entinasustainablelocation,

reducing

theneed

totravel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.


developm

entinasustainable

location,reducing

theneed

totravel.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.


developm

entinasustainable

location,reducing

theneed

totravel.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Helptoconcentrateretaildevelopm

ent

inasustainablelocation,reducing

the

need

totravel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

++Promotes

newdevelopm

enton

Bromsgrove

Streetthatcould

+New

developm

entcouldprovide

someimprovem

enttothe

+New

developm

entcouldprovide

someimprovem

enttothetownscape

andreuseofem

ptybuildings.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Promotes

newdevelopm

enton

Bromsgrove

Streetthatcould

dram

aticallyimprovetheurban

environm

entand

townscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

11dram

aticallyimprovetheurban

environm

entand

townscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

townscape

andreuseofem

pty

buildings.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

++Redevelopmentofsitescouldhelpto

addtoandenhancethegreen

infrastructurewithinthetown.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Redevelopmentofsitescouldprovide

opportunitiestoenhancethegreen

infrastructureprovisionwithinthetown.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

12



Retail

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+New

developm

entcouldprovide

someimprovem

enttothetownscape

andreuseofem

ptybuildings.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+New

developm

entcouldprovidesome

improvem

enttothetownscape

and

reuseofem

ptybuildings.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

13

++Supports

developm

entonbrow

nfield

land.

++Supports

developm

enton

brow

nfieldland.

++Su

pportsdevelopm

entonbrow

nfield

land.

XReducetheam

ountof

brow

nfieldland

availablefor

developm

ent.

++Supports

developm

entonbrow

nfield

land.

14

++Supports

theregenerationof

Kidderminstertowncentreandthe

XXSupports

thestrengtheningofthe

towns

retailoffer.Butcouldfurther

XSupports

thestrengtheningofthe

towns

retailoffer.Butcouldfurther

XXDoesnotsupportthe

regenerationoftheeastern

side

ofthetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

the

econom

yofthetown.

++Supports

theregenerationof

Kidderminstertowncentreandthe

strengtheningofits

retailo

ffer.Su

pports

theredevelopm

entofa

keyregeneration

area.

Long-term

impacton

theeconom

yof

thetown.

15strengtheningofits

retailoffer.

Supports

theredevelopm

entofa

key

regenerationarea.

Long-term

impacton

theeconom

yof

thetown.

stretchthetown'sretailofferaway

fromthecentreandimpactupon

itsviability.

Long-term

impacton

theeconom

yofthetown.

stretchthetown'sretailofferaway

fromthecentreandimpactupon

itsviability.

Long-term

impacton

theeconom

yof

thetown.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

++New

retaildevelopm

entinthetown

willstrengthen

theeconom

yand

supportthe

shopping

hierarchy.

Long-term

impacton

theeconom

yof

thetown.

XNew

retaild

evelopmentinthetown

willstrengthen

theeconom

ybut

couldimpacton

theviabilityofthe

towncentre.

Long-term

impacton

theeconom

yofthetown.

XNew

retaildevelopm

entinthetown

willstrengthen

theeconom

ybutcould

impacton

theviabilityofthetown

centre.

Long-term

impacton

theeconom

yof

thetown.

XMay

stifleeconom

icand

retailgrow

thby

not

providingsuitable

expansionspacethat

supportstheregeneration

ofthetown.

Long-term

impacton

the

econom

yofthetown.

++New

retaildevelopm

entinthetownwill

strengthen

theeconom

yandsupport

theshopping

hierarchy.

Long-term

impacton

theeconom

yof

thetown.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21



Mixed

Uses

Dono

tpromotemixed

usede

velopm

entw

ithin

thecentralarea.

Doyo

uthinkthat

itisap

prop

riate

toen

courag

emixed

usede

velopm

entw

ithin

the

centralarea?

SAObjectiv

e

XSeparatinguses

canlead

toan

increasedneed

totraveland

makefacilitiesless

accessible.

Long-term

impacton

access

toessentialfacilities.

++Easyaccess

toarangeofhealthfacilitiesinthetowncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

1

XSeparatinguses

canlead

toan

increasedneed

totraveland

makefacilitiesless

accessible.

Long-term

impacton

access


++Easyaccess

toarangeofculturalfacilitiesinthetowncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

3

XSeparatinguses

canlead

toan

increasedneed

totraveland

makefacilitiesless

accessible.

Long-term

impacton

access


++Easyaccess

tohealthfacilitiesandeducationandem


centre.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

4

XSegregateduses

canlead

toareasofinactivity

duringcertaintim

esofthedayand

decrease


Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Amixofuses

encourages

activity


atdifferenttim

esofthedayand

night.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

XSegregatinguses

may

meanan

increase

intheneed

totravelbyunsustainablemeans.


providingimproved

publictransportaccessibilityandimprove

walking

andcycleroutes.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

++DevelopmentswithintheKCAAPwhich

iswellservedby

publictransportandhaskey

facilitieswithinwalking

distance.M

ixed

uses

also

encourages

sustainablelifestyle.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

7

XSegregatinguses

may

meanan

increase

intheneed



providingimproved

publictransportaccessibilityandimprove

walking

andcycleroutes.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.


iswellservedby



distance.M

ixed

uses

also

encourages


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10



Mixed

Uses

+Welldesigneddevelopm


ofthelandscapeandtownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.




Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

11

+New

developm

entcan

providetheopportunitytoenhancebiodiversityandremediate

contam

ination.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

+New

developm

entcan


contam

ination.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

12

+New

developm



andpreserve

thehistoricenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+New

developm



andpreserve

the

historicenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

13

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

14

+Potentialregenerationofkeytowncentresites.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.


Long-term

impacton

thetown.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

XPotentialnoise

pollutionissuefromneighbouringuses.

Couldbe

mitigatedagainstthrough

policytoensurecomplimentaryuses

aregrouped

together,

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

+Mixed-use

schemes

couldhelptoboostthe

econom

yofthetown.

Long-term

impacton

diversity

andgrow

th.

+Mixed-use

schemes

couldhelptoboostthe

econom

yofthetown.

Long-term

impacton

diversity

andgrow

th.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21



Econ

omics

Workwith

partne

rsto

iden

tifyothe

rso

urcesof

fund

ingan

dthroug

hthe

prom

otionof

'Con

necting

Kidde

rminster'the

pros

pectus

for

rege

neratio

n.

Con

tinue

todiversify

theecon

omicba

seof

Kidde

rminster

andcreate

developm

ent

oppo

rtun

ities

forcreativeindu

strie

sandmedia

intheGreen

Street

area.

Red

ucean

dlim

itam

bitio

nsforn

ewan

dim

prov

edco

mmun

ityinfrastruc

ture.

Recog

nise

theim

portan

ceof

retailan

dho

usingas

enab

lingde

velopm

entfor

wider

rege

neratio

nan

dco

mmun

ityinfrastruc

ture.

SAObjectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Limitthepotentialforadditioncommunity


Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Couldhelptoprovideincreasedandimproved

community


Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed.

1

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.


facilities.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

provision.


culturaland

community

facilities.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Enablinghousingdevelopm

entcouldprovide

additionalaffordablehousing.

Long-term

impacton

housingprovisionand

choice.

3

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.


facilities.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

provision.


community

facilities.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed.

4

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Morejobs

inthetowncentrecouldreduce

the

need


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

XLess

facilitieswithincommunities

could

increase

theneed

totravel.

+Morefacilitieswithincommunities

couldreduce

theneed

totravel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

7

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Morejobs

inthetowncentrecouldreduce

the

need


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

XLess

facilitieswithincommunities

could

increase

theneed

totravel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Morefacilitieswithincommunities

couldreduce

theneed

totravel.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

8



Econ

omics

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Couldencouragethereuseofem

ptybuildings

-includingsomeofthetown'sheritageassets,

particularly

inGreen

Street.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

11

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

12

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Couldencouragethereuseofem

ptybuildings

-includingsomeofthetown'sheritageassets,

particularly

inGreen

Street.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

13

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Supports

developm

entonbrow

nfieldland.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

14

++Contributestotheregenerationof

Kidderminstertowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

++ContributestotheregenerationofKidderminster

towncentre.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.


facilities.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

provision.

++ContributestotheregenerationofKidderminster

towncentre.

15

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

+Couldprovidegreatervariety

employmentand

trainingopportunities

intheKCAAParea.

Long-term

impacton

skills

andeducation.

+Wouldprovidegreatervarietyem

ploymentand

trainingopportunitiesintheKCAAParea.

Long-term

impacton

skillsandeducation.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Potentialforadditionaltrainingfacilitiestobe

delivered.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19



Econ

omics

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thand

encouragethedevelopm

entofnew

technologies.

Long-term

impacton

skills

andeducation.

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thandencourage

thedevelopm

entofnew

technologies.

Long-term

impacton

skillsandeducation.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

20

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thand

encouragethedevelopm

entofnew

technologies.

Long-term

impacton

skills

andeducation.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21

Urban

Environm

ent

Prom

otehigh

quality

design

and

workm

ansh

ipon

anyfuture

developm

ent.

Refurbish

existin

gpo

orqu

ality

buildings

toprov

ideamoreattractiv

efron

tage

.

Enha

ncethequ

ality

ofthestreetscap

ethroug

hthede

-clutte

ringof

street

furnitu

re,

there-pavingof

footpa

ths,an

dtheinclus

ion

ofmoreurba

ngreene

ry.

Createasens

eof

enclos

urean

den

sure

that

backsof

build

ings

dono

tfaceon

tothepe

destria

nen

vironm

ent.

SAObjectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

2

+Provide

quality

residentialdevelopments

andenvironm

ents.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed

+Provide

quality


andenvironm

ents.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed

+Provide

quality

residentialdevelopmentsand

environm

ents.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed

+Provide

quality


andenvironm

ents.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed

3

+Qualityresidentialdevelopmentsand

environm

entshelptoraisequality

oflife.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed


environm


oflife.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed


environm


oflife.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

ents

areprogressed


environm


oflife.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed

4

++Improvenaturalsurveillance

andactivity

ontostreetsandspaces.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Providing

moreactivefrontages

improve

naturalsurveilla

nceandactivity

ontostreets

andspaces.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

+Couldimprovepeoplesprideintheirenvironm

ent

andencouragethem

totake

moreresponsibility

forit..

Long-term

impacton

civicpride.

++Improvenaturalsurveillance

andactivity

ontostreetsandspaces.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

5



Urban

Environm

ent

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Couldincrease

thepopularityofwalking/cycling

intotownifthepublicrealmismoreattractive.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Couldincrease

thepopularityof

walking/cyclingintotownifthepublicrealm

ismoreattractive.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

++Promotes

high

quality

developm

entthat

improves

design

quality

andsenseof

place.

++Promotes

high

quality

developm

entthat

improves

design

quality

andsenseofplace

andenhances

conservations

andhistoric

character.

++Prom

otes

high

quality

developm

entthatimproves

design

quality

andsenseofplaceandenhances

conservations

andhistoriccharacter.

++Promotes

high

quality

developm

entthat

improves

design

quality

andsenseofplace.

11

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Provide

theopportunitytoimprovebiodiversity

habitatsas

partofaquality

urbanenvironm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

biodiversityinthetown.

0Nolikelyimpact.

12

New

developm



and

preserve

thehistoricenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

New

developm



andpreserve

thehistoricenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

New

developm


ofthe


andpreserve

the

historicenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

++Policyprom

otes

high

quality

developm

ent

thatrespectsconservationareas.

13

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

14

+Prom

otes

regenerationby

makingthetown

abetterenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

+Promotes

regenerationby

makingthetown

abetterenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

+Promotes

regenerationby

makingthetowna

betterenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+Promotes

regenerationby

makingthetown

abetterenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16



Urban

Environm

ent

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21

Ope

nSp

ace

Cha

racter

andPlaceIden

tity

Nomorepu

blicop

ensp

acewith

inthetown

centre.

Wou

ldyo

uliketo

seemorepu

blicop

ensp

ace

with

inthetowncentre?

NomorePu

blicArt

PublicArtto

create

PlaceIden

tity

SAObjectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1

X?Reduceopportunitiesforaddition

tothetown's

greeninfrastructurenetwork.

Mitigatethroughrequiring

contributions

toother

formsofgreeninfrastructureprovision.

Long-term

impacton

open

spaceprovision.

+Wouldhave

apositiveimpacton

thetown'sgreen

infrastructurenetwork.

Long-term

impacton

open

spaceprovision.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

2

XTowncentreresidentsmay

sufferfromalack

ofopen

space.Particularthoseinapartments.


contributions

toother


Short-andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsare

progressed.

+Wouldhelptoraisequality

oflifeforresidentsinthe

towncentre.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsare

progressed.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

3



Ope

nSp

ace

Cha

racter

andPlaceIden

tity

XTowncentreresidentsmay

sufferfromalack

ofopen

space.Particularthoseinapartments.This

+Wouldhave

apositiveimpacton

thetown'sgreen

infrastructurenetworkandraisequality

oflifefor

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Included

aspartofhigh

quality

developm

entsandenvironm

entstohelp

toraisequality

oflife.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

4optionwouldrestrictthe

opportunitiesforany

additionalprovision.


contributions

toother


Long-term

impacton

open

spaceprovision.

peopleinthetowncentreduetoexistinglack

ofopen

space..

Long-term

impacton

open

spaceprovision.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Couldimprovepeoplesprideintheirenvironm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

civicpride.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Couldimprovepeoplesprideintheir

environm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

civicpride.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

+SUDScouldbe

implem

entedas

partofopen

space

provision.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Openspacewouldhelptoaddtothecharacterand

senseofplaceinthetown.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Promotes

high

quality

developm

entthat

improves

design

quality

andsenseof

place.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

11



Ope

nSp

ace

Cha

racter

andPlaceIden

tity

X?Reduceopportunitiesforaddition

tothetown's

biodiversityhabitats.


contributions

toother


Long-term

impacton

open

spaceandbiodiversity

provision.

+Openspacecouldhelptoprovideadditional


Long-term

impacton

open

spaceprovisionand

biodiversityprovision..

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

12

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Couldcomplimentthe

towns

heritageassets.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Promotes

high

quality

developm

entthat

improves

design

quality

andsenseof

place.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

13

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Enhance

thedistrictsopen

spaceprovision.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

14

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Promotes

regenerationby


environm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Promotes

regenerationby

makingthe

townabetterenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

15

XReduces

theopportunityforS

UDSandcouldmean

greaterlevelsofhardsurfacing.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

+OpenspacecouldincludeadditionalSUDS

measures.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21



TableD.0.1

Recon

nectingwith

thewaterways

Shou

ldtheareasad

jacent

towaterside

sbe

develope

dto

makebe

tteru

seof

them

?

Are

theriv

ertreatm

ents

mad

ethroug

htheTescoan

dMorris

onsde

velopm

ents

something

youwou

ldliketo

seemoreof?

Doyo

uag

reethat

thetownsh

ould

bette

rutilisethe

waterwaysthat

runthroug

hit?

SAObjectiv

e

+Improveresidentsquality

lifeby

improvingaccess

toopen

spaceassociated

with

thewaterways.Potentialtoimprove

healthby

encouragingphysicalactivity.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife..


lifeby

improvingaccess

toopen

spaceassociated

with


healthby


Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.


lifeby

improvingaccess

toopen

spaceassociated

with


healthby


Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

1

+Promotes

improved

access

tothewaterwayswhich

provides

apedestrianlinktocountryside

areasoutsideofthetown.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife..

+Prom

otes

improved

access

tothewaterwayswhich

provides



Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Prom

otes

improved

access

tothewaterwayswhich

provides



Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

2

++

+

3Waterside

ares

canbe

partofahigh

quality

residential

developm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsare

progressed.

Waterside

ares

canbe

partofahigh

quality

residential

developm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsare

progressed.

Waterside

ares

canbe

partofahigh

quality

residential

developm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsare

progressed.


lifeby

improvingaccess

toopen

spaceassociated

with

thewaterways.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.


lifeby

improvingaccess

toopen

spaceassociated

with

thewaterways.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.


lifeby

improvingaccess

toopen

spaceassociated

with

thewaterways.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

4

+Promotes

developm

entthathas

apositiverelationshipwill

thewaterways-improvingnaturalsurveillance.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

+Prom

otes

increaseduseofthewaterwayswhich

willimprove


Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

+Promotes

increaseduseofthewaterwayswhich

will

improvenaturalsurveillance.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7

+Promotes

sustainablemodes

oftransportas

thecanal

provides

apedestrianroutethroughthetowncentre.

+Promotes

sustainablemodes

oftransportas

thecanal

provides


+Promotes

sustainablemodes

oftransportas

thecanal

provides


8

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.



Recon

nectingwith

thewaterways

+

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9Developmentcouldprovideopportunitiestoimprovewater

quality.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

XPotentialflood

riskifdeveloping

nexttotheriver.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

XPotentialflood

riskifdeveloping

nexttotheriver.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

XPotentialflood

riskifdeveloping

nexttotheriver.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

10form


lnerableuses

nottobe

locatedon

lowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

form


lnerableuses

nottobe

locatedon

lowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

form


lnerableuses

notto

belocatedon

lowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

++Promotes

developm

entw

hich


thewaterways.

++Promotes

developm

entw

hich


thewaterways.

++Promotes

developm

entw

hich


thewaterways.

11

++Policyrequirestheenhancem

entofthe

biodiversityvalueof

thewaterways.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.


entofthe

biodiversityvalueof

thewaterways.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.


entofthe

biodiversityvalue

ofthewaterways.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

12

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

13

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

14

++Wouldhelptoprom

otetheregenerationofKidderminsterby

capitalisingon

anasset.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

++Wouldhelptoprom

otetheregenerationofKidderminsterby

capitalisingon

anasset.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

++Wouldhelptoprom

otetheregenerationofKidderminster

bycapitalisingon

anasset.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

XDevelopmentonthewaterwayscouldincrease

noiseand

lightpollution.

Mitigationmeasurescouldbe

takentolessen

theimpactupon

theriverandcanalsideandimplem

entm

easurestoimprove

wildlifehabitats.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalqualityofthecanal.

XIncreaseduseof

thewaterwayscouldincrease

noiseand

lightpollution.


takentolessen

theimpact

upon


entm

easuresto

improvewildlifehabitats.

Long-term

impacton

environm


XIncreaseduseof

thewaterwayscouldincrease

noiseand

lightpollution.


takentolessen

theimpact

upon


entm

easuresto


Long-term

impacton

environm


17



Recon

nectingwith

thewaterways

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

+Improvingandopeningwaterside

areascanmakethetown

moreattractivetotourists.

Long-term

impacton

theeconom

yofthetown.


areascanmakethetown


Long-term

impacton

theeconom

yofthetown.


areascanmakethetown


Long-term

impacton

theeconom

yofthetown.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21

RingRoa

d

Shou

ldsp

eedrestric

tionmeasu

resan

den

vironm

entalimprov

emen

tsbe

introd

uced

toen

hanc

ethepe

destria

nexpe

rienc

e?

Shou

ldbridge

sbe

cons

truc

ted

over

therin

groad

?

Shou

ldtheexistin

gsu

bway

network

beim

prov

edto

makeitmore

attractiv

e?

Shou

ldsu

rfacelevelcrossings

beintrod

uced

toprov

ideeasier

routes

across

therin

groad

?SA

Objectiv

e

+Improveease

andattractivenessofwalking


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

0Noimprovem

enttoease

ofwalking.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Improveease

ofwalking

tofacilitieswithinthetown

centre.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

1

+Improveease



Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

0Noimprovem

enttoease

ofwalking.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Improveease

ofwalking


centre.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

3

+Improveease



Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

0Noimprovem

enttoease

ofwalking.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Improveease

ofwalking


centre.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

4

+Creates

saferand

moreattractiveroutes

intothe

towncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

XBridgesstillcarryagreatercrim

erisk.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

XWouldmaintainsubw

ayswhich

provide

greateropportunitiesforcrim

eandare

feared.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

++Creates

saferand


intothe

towncentre.R

educingtheriskandfearofcrime.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

5



RingRoa

d

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

++Couldincrease

thepopularityofwalking/cyclinginto

town.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Makingthesubw

aysmoreattractivemay

increase

walking/cyclingintotown.

++Couldincrease


intotown.

7

++Couldincrease

thepopularityofwalking/cyclinginto

town.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Makingthesubw


increase

walking/cyclingintotown.

++Couldincrease


intotown.

8

+Couldimproveairqualityby

encouragingmore

peopletowalkratherthan

driveintothetown.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Makingthesubw


encouragemorepeopletowalkrather

than

driveintothetown.

Long-term

impact.


encouragingmore

peopletowalkratherthan

driveintothetown.

Potentialincreaseincongestionduetorestricting

traffic?

Long-term

impact.

9Potentialincreaseincongestionduetorestricting

traffic?

Long-term

impact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

++Wouldcontributetoamuchmoreattractivepublic

realm.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Wouldcontributetoamoreattractive

publicrealm.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

++Wouldcontributetoamuchmoreattractivepublic

realm,followinggood

urbandesign

principles.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

11

+Opportunitiestointegrategreeninfrastructure

networkintoenvironm

entalimprovem

ents.

Long-term

impact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

12

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

13

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

14

+Promotes

regenerationby


environm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Prom

otes

regenerationby


environm

entand

increasing

morevisitorsintothe

townandimprovingits

image.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16



RingRoa

d

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21

Mov

emen

tsarou

ndTown

Wou

ldim

prov

emen

tsto

therailstationintercha

nge

enco

urag

emorepe

opleto

usepu

blictran

sport?

Wou

ldim

prov

emen

tsto

thebu

sinfrastruc

ture

enco

urag

emorepe

opleto

usepu

blictran

sport?

Wou

ldmoreattractiv

ean

dwellsignp

ostedpe

destria

nroutes

enco

urag

emorepe

opleto

walkor

cyclewith

inor

arou

ndthetowncentre?

SAObjectiv

e

+Improveaccessibilitytofacilitieswithinthetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Improveease


tofacilitieswithin

thetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

1


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Improveease


tofacilitieswithin

thetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

3


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Improveease


tofacilitieswithin

thetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

4

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Creates

saferand


intothetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6



Mov

emen

tsarou

ndTown

+Increase

thenumberofpeopleusingpublictransport.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Increase


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Couldincrease

thepopularityofwalking/cyclingintotown.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

7

+Increase


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Increase


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Couldincrease

thepopularityofwalking/cyclingintotown.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

8


encouragingmorepeopleus

publictransporttotravel.

Long-term

impact.


encouragingmorepeopleus

publictransporttotravel.

Long-term

impact.


encouragingmorepeopletowalk

ratherthan

driveintothetown.

Long-term

impact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Wouldcontributetoamuchmoreattractivepublicrealm.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

11

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Opportunitiestointegrategreeninfrastructurenetworkinto

environm

entalimprovem

ents.

12

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

13

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

14

+Improvingaccess

andencouragingmorepeopletocome

intothetown.

Long-term

impacton

theeconom

yofthetown.

+Improvingaccess

andencouragingmorepeopletocome

intothetown.

Long-term

impacton

theeconom

yofthetown.

+Promotes

regenerationby


environm

ent.

Long-term

impact.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

+Couldallowforgreateraccess

tojobandeducation

opportunitiesby

publictransport.


tojobandeducation

opportunitiesby

publictransport.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19



Mov

emen

tsarou

ndTown


tojobandeducation

opportunitiesby

publictransport.

Long-term

impacton

skillsandeducation.


tojobandeducation

opportunitiesby

publictransport.

Long-term

impacton

skillsandeducation.

0Nolikelyimpact.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21

Spaceforp

edestrians

Isthereane

edform

orede

dicatedcyclelane

swith

inthetowncentre?

Cou

ldexistin

gfootpathsbe

widened

tocreatemoresecure

pede

stria

nroutes?

Cou

ldtheinco

rporationof

more'sha

redsp

ace'areas

redu

cethedo

minan

ceof

cars

inthetowncentre?

SAObjectiv

e

+Improveease

andattractivenessofcyclingtofacilities

withinthetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Improveease


tofacilitieswithin

thetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Improveease


tofacilitieswithin

thetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

1

+Improveease



Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Improveease


tofacilitieswithin

thetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Improveease


tofacilitieswithin

thetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

2

+Included

aspartofhigh

quality

residentialdevelopment

andenvironm

entstohelptoraisequality

oflife.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Included

aspartofhigh

quality


environm


oflife.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Included

aspartofhigh

quality


environm


oflife.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

3

+Improveease



Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Improveease


tofacilitieswithin

thetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Improveease


tofacilitieswithin

thetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

4

+Encourage

useofstreetsandcreateadditionalnatural

surveillance.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

community

safety.

+Encourage


surveillance.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

community

safety.

+Encourage


surveillance.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

community

safety.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

+Couldincrease

thepopularityofcycling.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Couldincrease

thepopularityofwalking/cycling.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Couldincrease


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

7



Spaceforp

edestrians

+Couldincrease

thepopularityofcycling.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Couldincrease


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Couldincrease


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

8

+Encouraging

walking

andcyclingcouldresultinlower

caruse

andlead

toimprovem

entsinairquality.

Long-term

impact.

+Encouraging

walking

andcyclingcouldresultinlowercaruse

andlead

toimprovem

entsinairquality.

Long-term

impact.

+Reducingthedominance

ofcarscouldimproveairquality.

Long-term

impact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Wouldcontributetoamoreattractivepublicrealm.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+Wouldcontributetoamoreattractivepublicrealm.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

11

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

12

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Wouldcontributetoamoreattractivepublicrealm.P

otentially

improvingheritagesetting

ofsomeareas.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+Wouldcontributetoamoreattractivepublicrealm.Potentially

improvingheritagesetting

ofsomeareas.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

13

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

14

+Promotes

regenerationby


environm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

+Promotes

regenerationby


environm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

+Promotes

regenerationby


environm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

20



Spaceforp

edestrians

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21

AirQua

lity

Prov

ideane

wmulti-mod

albridge

across

thecana

ltoCrossleyPa

rk.

Cou

ldBlackwellS

treetb

ecom

eaon

eway

street,ena

blingthepa

vemen

tsto

bewiden

ed?

Cou

ldBlackwellS

treetp

ossiblybe

pede

stria

nisedin

thefuture?

Cou

ldtherebe

apo

ssibility

ofby

passingBlackwellS

treetw

ithane

wroad

throug

hthead

jacent

Chu

rchfieldsarea?

SA Objectiv

e

+Improvetrafficflowandprovideabetter

pedestrianrouteintothetowncentreandthe

facilitiesavailablethere.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice

andurban

environm

ent.




Long-term

impacton

transportchoice

and

urbanenvironm

ent.

+?Improvepedestrianaccess

tothetowncentre

alongBlackwellStreetbutquestionable

improvem

entstotrafficflow.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice

and

urbanenvironm

ent.


pedestrianrouteintothetowncentreand

thefacilitiesavailablethere.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice

and

urbanenvironm

ent.

1




Long-term

impacton

transportchoice

andurban

environm

ent.




Long-term

impacton

transportchoice

and

urbanenvironm

ent.


tothetowncentre


improvem

entstotrafficflow.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice

and

urbanenvironm

ent.




Long-term

impacton

transportchoice

and

urbanenvironm

ent.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

3




Long-term

impacton

transportchoice




Long-term

impacton

transportchoice


tothetowncentre


improvem

entstotrafficflow.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice




Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

4

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

+Increase

theattractivenessofwalking

and

cyclingby

creatingstreetswith

betteraccess.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Increase


and

cycling.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Increase


and

cycling.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Increase


and

cyclingby

creatingstreetswith

better

access.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

7



AirQua

lity

+Increase


and

cyclingby

creatingstreetswith

betteraccess.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Increase


and

cycling.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Increase


and

cycling.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Increase


and

cyclingby

creatingstreetswith

better

access.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

8

+Wouldhelptobypass

trafficaw

ayfrom

BlackwellStreetandhelptheAQMAbut

wouldn'tsolve

theissueitisow

nright.

Long-term

impacton

airqualityandpollution.

++Wouldcontributetosolvingtheissueofthe

HorsefairAQMAby

reducing

levelsoftraffic

andcongestionon

BlackwellStreet.

Long-term

impacton


++Wouldcontributetosolvingtheissueofthe

HorsefairAQMAby

removingtrafficand

congestionon

BlackwellStreet.

Long-term

impacton


++Wouldcontributetosolvingtheissueof

theHorsefairAQMAby

halvinglevelsof

trafficandcongestionon

Blackw

ellStreet.

Long-term

impacton

airqualityand

pollution.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

XPotentialnegativeimpacton

thecanal

conservationarea.H

owever,bridge

mustbe

designed

tocomplimentthe

conservationarea.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+Wouldimprovetheenvironm

entalqualityof

BlackwellStreetwhich

contains

Listed

and

Locally

Listed

buildings.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.


entalqualityof


contains

Listed

and

Locally

Listed

buildings.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

0Nolikelyimpact.

11

XCouldhave

anegativeimpacton

the

biodiversityofthecanal.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredtoprovideminimal

impactupon

thecanalsideandimprovehabitats.

Long-term

impacton

biodiversity.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

12

XPotentialnegativeimpacton

thecanal

conservationarea.H

owever,bridge

mustbe

designed

tocomplimentthe

conservationarea.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.


entalqualityof


contains

Listed

and

Locally

Listed

buildings.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.


entalqualityof


contains

Listed

and

Locally

Listed

buildings.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

0Nolikelyimpact.

13

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

14

+Improveakeygateway

intoKidderminster

providingabetterimageforthe

townand

encouragingmorevisitors.

Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersandthe

econom

y.

++Improveakeygateway

intoKidderminster


townand


Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersandthe

econom

y.

+Improveakeygateway

intoKidderminster


townand


Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersandthe

econom

y.

++Improveakeygateway

intoKidderminster


townand


Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersand

theeconom

y.

15



AirQua

lity

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

0Nolikelyimpact.

+ImprovetheviabilityoftheHorsefairlocal

centreby

improvingvehicleaccess

toit.

Long-term

econom

icimpact.

XXDetractfromtheviabilityoftheHorsefairlocal

centreby

removingtrafficflowpasttheshops.

Long-term

econom

icimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21

Herita

geCon

servationAreas

Cou

ldtheus

eof

publicarth

elpto

celebratethishe

ritag

efurthe

r?

Doyo

uthinkthat

thetowncentre

celebrates

itsman

ufacturin

ghe

ritag

eas

muc

has

itsh

ould?

Dono

tcreateanyfurtherC

onservation

Areas.

Doyo

uthinktheexistin

gCon

servationArea

design

ations

adeq

uatelyco

verthe

areasof

historicinterest

with

inthetowncentre?

SAObjectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

3

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

4

+Couldimprovepeoplesprideintheir

environm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

civicpride.

+Couldencouragecivicprideby

recognising

heritageofthetown.

Long-term

impacton

civicpride.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6



Herita

geCon

servationAreas

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

++Promotes

high

quality

developm

entthat

improves

design

quality

andsenseofplace.

+Encourage

themaintenance

and

improvem

entofthe

historiclandscapeand

ConservationAreas.

XWouldrisktheloss

ofheritageassetsand

characterofthe

area.

Couldbe


requiring

high

quality

indevelopm

ents.

++Designatingconservationareashelpto

conserve

thetowns

historicenvironm

entand

protectitscharacterand

identity.

11

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

12

++Promotes

high

quality

developm

entthat

improves

design

quality

andsenseofplace.

Long-term

impacton

civicpride

+Encourage

themaintenance

and

improvem

entofthe

historiclandscapeand

ConservationAreas.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

XWouldrisktheloss

ofheritageassetsand

characterofthe

area.

Couldbe


requiring

high

quality

indevelopm

ents.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

++Designatingconservationareashelpto

conserve

thetowns

historicenvironm

entand

protectitscharacterand

identity.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

13

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

14

+Promotes

regenerationby

makingthetown

abetterenvironm

ent.

Long-term

impactforthe

town.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Promotes

regenerationby

makingthetowna

betterenvironm

ent.

Long-term

impactforthe

town.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19



Herita

geCon

servationAreas

+Couldhelpprom

otethetourismeconom

yby

adding

tothecharacterand

identityofthe

town.

Long-term

impact.

+Couldhelpprom

otethetourismeconom

yby

retainingbuildings

ofhistoricinterestand

importance.

Long-term

impact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Couldhelpprom

otethetourismeconom

yby

retainingbuildings

ofhistoricinterestand

importance.

Long-term

impact.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21

Tourism

None

who

telsin

theKidde

rminster

centralarea.

Doyo

uthinkthat

theKidde

rminster

centralareaisan

approp

riate

locatio

nfor

ane

who

teld

evelop

men

t?SA

Objectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

3

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

4

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10



Tourism

0Nolikelyimpact.

+New

developm

entcouldenahncethetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

11

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

12

0Nolikelyimpact.

+New

developm

entcouldenahncethetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

13

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Supports

developm

entonbrow

nfieldland.

14

XXLimits

thecapacityforK

idderminstertoattractvisitorsandrestrictsgrow

thofthetourism

econom

y.Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersandtheeconom

y.

++Supports

theregenerationofKidderminsterby

encouragingmorevisitorsintothe

town.

Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersandtheeconom

y.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

XXLimits

thecapacityforK

idderminstertoattractvisitorsandrestrictsgrow

thofthetourism

econom

y.Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersandtheeconom

y.

++Wouldhelptosupportand

grow

thetourismeconom

yinthetown.

Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersandtheeconom

y.20

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

21

Floo

dRisk

Clim

ateCha

nge

Req

uire

develope

rsto

prov

ideoff-s

iteRed

ucede

velopm

ent

dens

ities

inareasliableto

flood

.

Focusresidentialdevelop

ment

outo

fthe

flood

zone

.

Wou

ldliketo

seemorede

velopm

ents

inthetowncentre

built

toexcellent

sustaina

bilitystan

dardssu

chas

the

Morris

onsstore?

Doyo

usu

pportthe

Cou

ncil'spo

licy

towards

sustaina

blede

velopm

enta

ndits

supp

ortfor

theCod

eforS

ustainab

leHom

esan

dtheBREE

AMstan

dards?

SAObjectiv

eco

mpe

nsatoryflo

odstorag

ecapa

city.



Floo

dRisk

Clim

ateCha

nge

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

2

++Reduceflood

riskto

residentialareas.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

+Provide

housinginasafer

environm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

++Provide

housinginasaferarea

away

fromflood

risk.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

+Couldimprovequality

ofhousing,

particularly

energy

efficiency.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

++Improvequality

ofhousing,particularly

energy

efficiency.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

3

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

4

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Providesopportunitiestoincorporate

recyclingandsustainableconstruction.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.


recyclingandsustainableconstruction.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.


recyclingandsustainableconstruction,

includingenergy

efficiency.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.


recyclingandsustainableconstruction,

includingenergy

efficiency.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

7

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Improvefacilitiestomakewalking

and

cyclingtoattractive.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Improvefacilitiestomakewalking

and

cyclingtoattractive.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++BREEAMandCodeforS

ustainable

Hom

eswillencouragewaterefficiencyin

newdevelopm

ents.

++BR

EEAM

andCodeforSustainableHom

eswillencouragewaterefficiencyinnew

developm

ents.

9

Long-term

impacton

sustainability

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

++Protectagainstfutureflood

risk.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

+Less

contributiontowardsurface

runoffand

floodinginhigh

risk

areas.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

++Protectsthefloodplainfrom

residentialdevelopment.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

++BREEAMandCodeforS

ustainable

Hom

esdealwith

surafcewaterrun-offand

flood

risk.

++BR

EEAM


esdealwith

surafcewaterrun-offand

flood

risk.

10



Floo

dRisk

Clim

ateCha

nge Long-term

impacton

flood

risk..

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

11

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Protectsthebiodiversityhabitat

offloodplainareas.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk

andbiodiversity.

++BREEAMandCodeforS

ustainable

Hom

esdealwith

ecologicalimpacts.

Long-term

impacton

biodiversity

++BR

EEAM


esdealwith

ecologicalimpacts.

Long-term

impacton

biodiversity.

12

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

13

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

14

+Improvethedevelopm

ent

potentialofkey

regenerationsites.

XCouldhave

anegativeimpact

asmanykeyregenerationsites

areneartotheRiverStourand

XCouldhave

anegativeimpactas

manykeyregenerationsitesare

neartotheRiverStourandin

flood

zones.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredin

the

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

15

inflood

zones.Reducing

densities

couldimpacton

viability.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredin

the

form

ofasuitableSU

DSscheme.

Vulnerableuses

nottobe

located

onlowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

form

ofasuitableSUDS

scheme.Vu

lnerableuses

notto

belocatedon

lowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

++Protectsagainstm

ore

frequentflood

risk.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

+Protectsagainstm

orefrequent

flood

risk.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

++Protectsagainstm

orefrequent

flood

risk.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

+Sustainabledesign

canhelpmitigate

againstthe


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

+Sustainabledesign

canhelpmitigate

againstthe


Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++BREEAMandCodeforS

ustainable

Hom

esdealwith

noiseandlightimpacts.

Long-term

impacton

pollution..

++BR

EEAM


esdealwith

noiseandlightimpacts.

Long-term

impacton

pollution.

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18



Floo

dRisk

Clim

ateCha

nge

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++BREEAMandCodeforS

ustainable

Hom

esencouragetheuseof

environm

entally

friendlytechnologies.

Long-term

impact.

++BR

EEAM


esencouragetheuseofenvironm

entally

friendlytechnologies.

Long-term

impact.

21

Green

Infrastruc

ture

Cou

ldthetown'scarp

arks

been

hanc

edwith

softe

rland

scap

ingan

dstreet

trees?

Doyo

uthinkim

prov

ingthepe

destria

nlin

kstoBrin

ton

Park

wou

lden

courag

emorepe

opleto

useit?

Doyo

uthinkthetownwou

ldbe

nefit

from

having

moreaccess

togreenop

ensp

ace?

SAObjectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact..

+Increasedgreeninfrastructurecanimprovequality

oflife.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.


oflife.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

1

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Promotes

improved

access

togreenspaces.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Promotes

improved

access

togreenspaces.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Promotes

theinclusionofgreeninfrastructureas

partof

newdevelopm

ents.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsare

progressed.

+Promotes

theinclusionofgreeninfrastructureas

partofnew

developm

ents.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

3

0Nolikelyimpact.


oflife.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.


oflife.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

4

+Couldencouragemoreprideintheenvironm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.


ent.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.


ent.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7



Green

Infrastruc

ture

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

+Increasedgreeninfrastructurecanimprovesenseof

placeandform

partofan

attractivetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Increasedgreeninfrastructurecanimprovesenseofplaceand

form

partofan

attractivetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

11

++Policyprom

otes

theenhancem

entofgreen

infrastructureandbiodiversityhabitats.

Long-term

impactofopen

spaceandbiodiversity

provision.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Policyprom

otes

theenhancem

entofgreen

infrastructureand


Long-term

impactofopen

spaceandbiodiversityprovision.

12

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

13

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Promoteincrease

inopen

spaceprovision.

Long-term

impact.

14

+Promotes

regenerationby


environm

entand

encouragingpeopletovisit.

Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersandtheeconom

y.

+Promotes

regenerationby


environm

entand

encouragingpeopletovisitand

spend

time.

Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersandtheeconom

y.

+Promotes

regenerationby

makingthetownabetterenvironm

ent

andencouragingpeopletovisitand

spendtim

e.Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersandtheeconom

y.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Couldmitigateagainstimpactsofclimatechange

throughmitigating

flood

riskandtemperaturerise.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19



Green

Infrastruc

ture

+Improvinggreeninfrastructurecanmakethetownmore

attractivetotourists.

Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersandtheeconom

y.

+Improvinggreeninfrastructurecanmakethetownmore


Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersandtheeconom

y.

+Improvinggreeninfrastructurecanmakethetownmoreattractive

totourists.

Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersandtheeconom

y.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21

Com

mun

itySa

fety

Shou

ldthefocu

sbe

onprov

idingCCTV

andothe

rmecha

nical

surveillanc

e?Sh

ould

thefocu

sbe

oncreatin

gne

wde

velopm

entw

hich

prov

ides

naturalsurveillan

ce.

SAObjectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

2

++Contributetowards

asaferenvironm

ent.

++Contributetowards

asaferenvironm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

3

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

4

+Contributetowards

asaferenvironm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

++Promotes

securedby

design

principles

andwouldcontributetowards

reducing

opportunitiesfor

crime.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10



Com

mun

itySa

fety

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Encouragesactivefrontages

thatcontributepositivelytothestreetscene.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

11

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

12

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Encouragesactivefrontages

thatcontributepositivelytothestreetscene.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

13

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

14

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Activestreetswillcontributepositivelytowards

regeneration.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21

ADesira

blePlaceto

Live

Policy2:

Mixed

-Use

Policy1:

SitesforH

ousing

SAObjectiv

e

+Highquality

mixed

developm

entscancreateurbanenvironm

entsthatpeopleenjoybeing

in.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Highquality

residentialdevelopmentscancreategood

urbanenvironm

entsthatpeople

enjoybeingin.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

1



Policy2:

Mixed

-Use

Policy1:

SitesforH

ousing

SAObjectiv

e

+Amixofuses

encourages

residentialdevelopmentswith

localservice

andfacilities.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflifeandtransportchoice.

0Nolikelyimpact.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Po

licyrequiresamixoftenureandtype

ofhouses

thatdeliversadequateam

enity

space.

Long-term

impacton

housingprovisionandquality

oflife.

3

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Qualityresidentialdevelopmentsandenvironm


oflife.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

4

++Amixofuses

encourages

activity


atdifferenttim

esofthedayand

night.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

++Qualityresidentialdevelopmentsandenvironm


oflifeand

improvenaturalsurveillance.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflifeandcommunity

safety.

5

N/A

N/A

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7


iswellservedby



distance.M

ixed

uses

also

encourages


Long-term

impacton

transportchoices.

++Encouraging

residentialdevelopmentw

ithintheKCAAPwhich

iswellservedby

public

transportandhaskeyfacilitieswithinwalking

distance.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoices.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10




Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+Welldesignedresidentialdevelopmentscanraisethequality

ofthelandscapeand

townscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

11

+New

developm

entcan


contam

ination.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

+New

developm

entcan


contam

ination.

Short-

andlong-term

impactsas

developm

entsareprogressed.

12

+New

developm



andpreserve

the

historicenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+New

developm



andpreserve

thehistoricenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

13



Policy2:

Mixed

-Use

Policy1:

SitesforH

ousing

SAObjectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Supports


nfieldland.

14


Long-term

impacton

thetown.


Long-term

impacton

thetown.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

XPotentialnoise

pollutionissuefromneighbouringuses.

Couldbe


policytoensurecomplimentaryuses

aregrouped

together,

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

N/A

N/A

18

N/A

N/A

19

+Supports

thedevelopm

entoftourismandassociated

leisurefacilities.

Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersandtheeconom

y.

N/A

20

N/A

N/A

21

AGoo

dPlaceto

DoBus

iness

Policy6:Ed

geof

Cen

trean

dOut

ofCen

treRetailin

gPo

licy5:

Outside

oftheSh

opping

Fron

tage

sPo

licy4:Prim

aryan

dSe

cond

arySh

opping

Fron

tage

sPo

licy3:

RetailD

evelop

men

tSA

Objectiv

e

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

1

+Encouragestheprovisionofretail

facilitieswithinthetowncentre.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

service

provision.

++

Encourageflexibleapproach

touses

withinthe

retailarea.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

service

provision.

++Encourage

theprovisionofretailfacilities.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

service

provision.

++Encourage

theprovisionofretailfacilities.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

service

provision.

2

N/A

+Supports

provisionofhousingwithintheretail

area.

Long-term

impacton

housingprovision.

+Supports

provisionofhousingwithintheretail

area.

Long-term

impacton

housingprovision.

N/A

3



Policy6:Ed

geof

Cen

trean

dOut

ofCen

treRetailin

gPo

licy5:

Outside

oftheSh

opping

Fron

tage

sPo

licy4:Prim

aryan

dSe

cond

arySh

opping

Fron

tage

sPo

licy3:

RetailD

evelop

men

tSA

Objectiv

e

N/A

+Amixofuses

encourages

activity

andnatural

surveillanceatdifferenttim

esofthedayand

night.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

community

safety.

+Amixofuses

encourages

activity

andnatural

surveillanceatdifferenttim

esofthedayand

night.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

community

safety.

N/A

4

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

5

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7

++Encouraging

concentrationofretail

uses

withinthetowncentrewhich

iswellservedby

publictransport.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.


isis

wellservedby



distance.M

ixed

uses

also

encourages


Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

++En

couragingconcentrationofretailu

seswithin

thetowncentrewhich

iswellservedby

public

transport.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

++En

couragingconcentrationofretailu

seswithin

thetowncentrewhich

iswellservedby

public

transport.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

8

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

N/A

N/A

N/A


entscanraisethe

quality


Short-andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

11

N/A

N/A

N/A

+New

developm

entcan

providetheopportunity

enhancebiodiversity.

Long-term

impacton

biodiversity.

12

N/A

N/A

N/A

+New

developm


ofthe


andpreserve

the

historicenvironm

ent.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

13

+Supports

developm

entonbrow

nfield

land.

+Supports

developm

entonbrow

nfieldland.

+Supports

developm

entonbrow

nfieldland.

++Supports

developm

entonbrow

nfieldland.

14



Policy6:Ed

geof

Cen

trean

dOut

ofCen

treRetailin

gPo

licy5:

Outside

oftheSh

opping

Fron

tage

sPo

licy4:Prim

aryan

dSe

cond

arySh

opping

Fron

tage

sPo

licy3:

RetailD

evelop

men

tSA

Objectiv

e

++Promotes

concentrationofretailin

towncentreas

itsvibrancy

andvitality.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

regenerationofthetown.

++Promotes

vibrancy

andvitalityofthetown

centre.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

regenerationofthetown.

++Promotes

Kidderminsteras

theretailcentreof

theDistrict.P

romotes

vibrancy

andvitalityof

thetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

theregenerationofthe

town.

++Promotes

Kidderminsteras

theretailcentreof

theDistrict.

Long-term

impacton

theregenerationofthe

town.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

18

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

19

+Retailfacilitieswilladdtotheeconom

y.Long-term

econom

icimpact.

+Supports

thedevelopm

entoftourismand

associated

leisurefacilities.

Long-term

econom

icimpact.


y.Also

Supports

thedevelopm

entoftourismand

associated

leisurefacilities.

Long-term

econom

icimpact.


y.Long-term

econom

icimpact.

20

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

21

Policy9:

Even

ingEc

onom

yPo

licy9:

LeisureDevelop

men

tPo

licy8:

Tourism

Develop

men

tPo

licy7:

Employ

men

tDevelop

men

tSA

Objectiv

e

N/A

N/A

N/A

+Supports

theprovisionofnewhealthcare

facilities.

Long-term

impacton

accessibility.

1

+Encouragestheprovisionofleisurefacilities

accessibility.

+Encouragestheprovisionofleisurefacilities.

Long-term

impactaccessibility.

+Encouragestheprovisionofcultural

facilities.

Long-term

impacton

accessibility.

N/A

2

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

3



Policy9:

Even

ingEc

onom

yPo

licy9:

LeisureDevelop

men

tPo

licy8:

Tourism

Develop

men

tPo

licy7:

Employ

men

tDevelop

men

tSA

Objectiv

e

++

Encouragestheprovisionofleisurefacilities

which

canraisequality

oflife.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Encouragestheprovisionofcultural

facilitieswhich

canraisequality

oflife.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Contributetotheprovisionofmorejob

opportunities.

Long-term

impacton

employmentand

the

econom

y.

4

Encourages

theprovisionofleisureandcultural

facilities.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+N/A

N/A

N/A

5

Reducecrimeinthetownby

providingactivity

laterintheday.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

community

safety.

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7

++Promotes

leisurefacilitieswithinthetown

centrewhich

iswellservedby

publictransport.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

++Promotes

leisurefacilitieswithinthetown

centrewhich

iswellservedby

public

transport.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

++Promotes

tourismfacilitieswithinthe

towncentrewhich

iswellservedby

publictransport.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

++Promotingem

ploymentuseswithinthetown

centrewhich

iswellservedby

publictransport.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

8

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10


entscanraisethe

quality


Short-andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.


entscanraisethe

quality


Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

N/A




Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

11

+New

developm

entcan



Long-term

impacton


+New

developm

entcan



Long-term

impacton


N/A

+New

developm

entcan



Long-term

impacton


12



Policy9:

Even

ingEc

onom

yPo

licy9:

LeisureDevelop

men

tPo

licy8:

Tourism

Develop

men

tPo

licy7:

Employ

men

tDevelop

men

tSA

Objectiv

e

+New

developm


ofthe


andpreserve

the

historicenvironm

ent.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+New

developm



andpreserve

thehistoricenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

N/A

+New

developm


ofthe


andpreserve

the

historicenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

13

+Supports

developm

entonbrow

nfieldland.

+Supports

developm

entonbrow

nfield

land.

++Supports

developm

entonbrow

nfieldland.

14

++Promotes

Kidderminsteras

majorleisure

destinationintheDistrict.

Long-term

econom

icimpact.

++Promotes

Kidderminsteras

majorleisure

destinationintheDistrict.

Long-term

econom

icimpact.

++Promotes

Kidderminsteras

the

tourismhuboftheDistrict.

Long-term

econom

icimpact.

++Promotes

thediversificationofthetown's

econom

yas

wellasits

vibrancy

andvitality.

Long-term

econom

icimpact.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

+/-

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

Potentialfornoise&lightpollutionbutpolicy

lookstocontrolthis.

N/A

N/A

+New

employmentopportunitiescan

helptoraiseskilllevels.

Long-term

impacton

skillsand

education.

+New

employmentopportunitiescanhelptoraise

skilllevels.

Long-term

impacton

skillsandeducation.

18

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

19

+Promotes


econom

y.Long-term

econom

icimpact.

+Promotes


econom

y.Long-term

econom

icimpact.

++Promotes

thedevelopm

entofthe

touristindustry.

Long-term

econom

icimpact.

++Promotes


econom

y.Long-term

econom

icimpact.

20

N/A

N/A

N/A

++Promotes


econom

y.Long-term

econom

icimpact.

21



Policy11:W

alkableTown

Policy10:S

ustainab

leTran

sport

SAObjectiv

e

++Promotes

awellconnected,accessibletowntherebyimprovingaccess

tofacilities.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice

andaccessibility.

++Promotes


tofacilities.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice

andaccessibility.

1

++Promotes


tofacilities.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice

andaccessibility.

++Promotes


tofacilities.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice

andaccessibility.

2

+Seeks

toprovidewellconnected,accessibleresidentialdevelopments.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice

andaccessibility.

N/A

3

+Promotes


togreenspace

andotherfacilities.

Short-

andlong-term

access

togreenspace.

+Promotes


togreenspace

andotherfacilities.

Short-

andlong-term

access

togreenspace.

4

+Promotes

morewalking

andcyclingwhich

canprovidevitalnaturalsurveillance.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

+Promotes

morewalking

andcyclingwhich

canprovidevitalnaturalsurveillance.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

5

N/A

N/A

6

++Promotes

morewalking

andcycling.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

++Promotes

morewalking,cyclinganduseofpublictransport.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

7

++Promotes

morewalking

andcycling.

++Promotes

morewalking,cyclinganduseofpublictransport.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

8

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

N/A

N/A

9

N/A

N/A

10

N/A

N/A

11

N/A

N/A

12

N/A

N/A

13

N/A

N/A

14



Policy11:W

alkableTown

Policy10:S

ustainab

leTran

sport

SAObjectiv

e

++Aidsregenerationby

makingthetownamoreaccessibleplace.

Long-term

impacton

regeneration.

++Aidsregenerationby

makingthetownamoreaccessibleplace.

Long-term

impacton

regeneration.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

N/A

N/A

18

N/A

N/A

19

+Improved

accessibilityprovides

amoreattractivelocationforbusinesses.

Long-term

econom

icimpact.

+Improved



Long-term

econom

icimpact.

20

+Improved



Long-term

econom

icimpact.

+Improved



Long-term

econom

icimpact.

21

AUniqu

ePlace

Policy18:G

reen

Infrastruc

ture

Policy17:R

iver

Stou

rPo

licy16:S

taffo

rdsh

irean

dWorcestersh

ireCan

alPo

licy15:R

ing

Roa

dCha

racter

Areas

Policy14:R

ing

Roa

dFram

ework

Policy13:P

ublic

Realm

Policy12:U

rban

Design

Key

Principles

SA Objectiv

e

+Increasedgreen

infrastructurecan

improvequality

oflife.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Improved

access

totheriver

canimprovequality

oflife.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onquality

oflife.

+Improved

access

tothecanal

canimprovequality

oflife

Short-andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

1

+Promotes

improved

access

togreen

spaces.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice

and

accessibility

+Promotes

improved

access

totheriver.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice

andaccessibility

+Promotes

improved

access

tothecanal.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice

andaccessibility

+Promotes

surface

levelcrossings

over

theringroad.

Long-term

impact

ontransportchoice.

+Promotes

surface

levelcrossings

over

theringroad.

Long-term

impact

ontransportchoice.

+

Prom

otes

quality

public

realmtoimprove

accessibility.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice

and

accessibility.

++Promotes

accessibility

andlegibilityin

developm

ents-improving

access

toservices

and

facilities.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice

and

accessibility.

2



Policy18:G

reen

Infrastruc

ture

Policy17:R

iver

Stou

rPo

licy16:S

taffo

rdsh

irean

dWorcestersh

ireCan

alPo

licy15:R

ing

Roa

dCha

racter

Areas

Policy14:R

ing

Roa

dFram

ework

Policy13:P

ublic

Realm

Policy12:U

rban

Design

Key

Principles

SA Objectiv

e

+Promotes

the

inclusionofgreen

infrastructureas

part

ofnewdevelopm

ents.

Long-term

impacton

biodiversity.

+

Riverside

ares

canbe

partof

ahigh

quality

residential

developm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onthetownscape.

+

Canalside

ares

canbe

partof

ahigh

quality

residential

developm

ent.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

N/A

N/A

+Prom

otes

quality

public

realmandspaces

withinneighbourhoods.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

+Promotes

high

quality

developm

entincluding

publicrealm.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

3

+Increasedgreen

infrastructurecan

improvequality

oflife.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Improved

access

totheriver

canimprovequality

oflife.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onquality

oflife.

+Improved

access

tothecanal

canimprovequality

oflife.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Promotes

surface

levelcrossings

over

theringroad.

Long-term

impact

ontransportchoice.

+Promotes

surface

levelcrossings

over

theringroad.

Long-term

impact

ontransportchoice.

+Prom

otes

quality

public

realmtoimprove

accessibility.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

+Promotes

accessibility

andlegibilityin

developm

ents.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

4

N/A

+Promotes

developm

entthat

hasapositiverelationshipwill

theriver-improvingnatural

surveillance.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

+Promotes

developm

entthat

frontsthecanaltoprovide


Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

+Increase

frontages

ontheringroad,

improvingnatural

surveillance.

Long-term

impact

oncommunity

safety.

+Increase

frontages

ontheringroad,

improvingnatural

surveillance.

Long-term

impact

oncommunity

safety.

+Prom

otes

morewalking

andcyclingwhich

can

providevitalnatural

surveillance.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

+Statesthatdevelopm

ent

shouldreduce

opportunitiesforcrim

e.Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

5

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

6

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

7

N/A

N/A

+Improvem

entofcanalside

publicrealmcanencourage

walking

andcycling.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

++Promotes

more

walking

andcycling.

Long-term

impact

ontransportchoice.

++Promotes

more

walking

andcycling.

Long-term

impact

ontransportchoice.

++Prom

otes

morewalking

andcycling.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

++Promotes

morewalking

andcycling.

Long-term

impacton

transportchoice.

8

N/A

++

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

N/A

N/A

9

Developmentcouldprovide

opportunitiestoimprovewater

quality.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

Developmentcouldprovide

opportunitiestoimprovewater

quality.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.



Policy18:G

reen

Infrastruc

ture

Policy17:R

iver

Stou

rPo

licy16:S

taffo

rdsh

irean

dWorcestersh

ireCan

alPo

licy15:R

ing

Roa

dCha

racter

Areas

Policy14:R

ing

Roa

dFram

ework

Policy13:P

ublic

Realm

Policy12:U

rban

Design

Key

Principles

SA Objectiv

e

N/A

XPotentialflood

riskif

developing

nexttotheriver.

Mitigationwouldbe

required

inthe

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

10

form

ofasuitableSUDS

scheme.Vu

lnerableuses

not

tobe

locatedon

lowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

+Increasedgreen

infrastructurecan

improvesenseof

place.

Long-term

impact.

++Promotes

developm

entw

hich


theriver.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onthetownscape.

++Policyprom

otes

high

quality

developm

entthatrespectsthe

canalconservationarea.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

++Promotes

the

improvem

entofthe

ringroad

asa

boulevard.

Short-

and

long-term

impacton

thetownscape.

++Promotes

the

improvem

entofthe

ringroad

asa

boulevard.

Short-

and

long-term

impacton

thetownscape.

++Promotes

high

quality

publicrealmandopen

spaces.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

++Promotes

high

quality

design

andlocal

distinctiveness.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

11

++Policyprom

otes

the

enhancem

entofgreen

infrastructureand


Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

++Policyrequiresthe

enhancem

entofthe

biodiversityvalueoftheriver.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

+Couldprovideopportunitiesto

improvethebiodiversityvalue

ofthecanal.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

+Prom

otes

increased

streettrees.

Short-term

impact

onenvironm

ental

quality

+Prom

otes

increased

streettrees.

Short-term

impact

onenvironm

ental

quality

N/A

++Statesthatdevelopm

ent

mustrespectthetown's

blue

andgreen

infrastructure.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

12

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Policyrequiresnew

developm

enttorespectthe

canalconservationarea.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+Improvethering

road

environm

ent

which

isadjacentto

someheritage

assets.

Short-

and

long-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+Improvethering

road

environm

ent

which

isadjacentto

someheritage

assets.

Short-

and

long-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+Promotes

thecreation

oflocally

distinctpublic

realm.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

++Promotes

high

quality

design

andlocal

distinctiveness.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

13

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

14

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

15



Policy18:G

reen

Infrastruc

ture

Policy17:R

iver

Stou

rPo

licy16:S

taffo

rdsh

irean

dWorcestersh

ireCan

alPo

licy15:R

ing

Roa

dCha

racter

Areas

Policy14:R

ing

Roa

dFram

ework

Policy13:P

ublic

Realm

Policy12:U

rban

Design

Key

Principles

SA Objectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

XDevelopmentontheriverside

couldincrease

noiseandlight

pollution.


takentolessen

theimpact

upon

thecanalsideand

implem

entm

easuresto


Long-term

impacton

biodiversityhabitat.

XDevelopmentonthecanalside

couldincrease

noiseandlight

pollution.


takentolessen

theimpact

upon

thecanalsideand

implem

entm

easuresto


Long-term

impacton


+So

ftening

ofthering

road

couldreduce

noisepollution.

Long-term

impact

onquality

oflife.

+So

ftening

ofthering

road

couldreduce

noisepollution.

Long-term

impact

onquality

oflife.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

18

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

19

+Improvinggreen

infrastructurecan

makethetownmore


Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersand

theeconom

y.

+Improvingandopening

riverside

areascanmakethe

townmoreattractiveto

tourists.

Long-term

impacton

visitor

numbersandtheeconom

y.

+Improvingthecanalcan

increase

theam

ountofboating

tourism.

Long-term

impacton

visitor

numbersandtheeconom

y.

N/A

N/A

+Improved

publicrealm

andeventspacescan

makethetownmore


Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersandthe

econom

y.

+Improved

publicrealm

andeventspacescan

makethetownmore


Long-term

impacton

visitornum

bersandthe

econom

y.

20

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

21 PublicationPo

licyAmen

dmen

ts

Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.UP6

-River

Stou

rtorequ

ireflo

odris

kbe

tterm

easu

resan

den

hanc

ean

dprotectw

ater

quality.

Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.UP5

-Staffordsh

irean

dWorcestersh

ireCan

alto

requ

ireen

hanc

emen

tsto

thegreeninfrastruc

ture

and

biod

iversity

network.

Specificgu

idan

ceon

the

Even

ingEc

onom

yinPo

licy

KCA.GPB

7.

Rem

ovetheChu

rchfields

area

from

Indu

stria

lsectio

nof

PolicyKCA.GPB

5-

Employ

men

tDevelop

men

t.

GreaterflexibilityforS

econ

dary

Fron

tage

sin

thePrim

ary

Shop

ping

Areato

allowfor

non-retailus

es,inc

luding

reside

ntiald

evelop

men

t.(policiesKCA.DPL

1an

dKCA.GPB

2)

SAObjectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1



Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.UP6

-River

Stou

rtorequ

ireflo

odris

kbe

tterm

easu

resan

den

hanc

ean

dprotectw

ater

quality.

Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.UP5

-Staffordsh

irean

dWorcestersh

ireCan

alto

requ

ireen

hanc

emen

tsto

thegreeninfrastruc

ture

and

biod

iversity

network.

Specificgu

idan

ceon

the

Even

ingEc

onom

yinPo

licy

KCA.GPB

7.

Rem

ovetheChu

rchfields

area

from

Indu

stria

lsectio

nof

PolicyKCA.GPB

5-

Employ

men

tDevelop

men

t.


econ

dary

Fron

tage

sin

thePrim

ary

Shop

ping

Areato

allowfor

non-retailus

es,inc

luding

reside

ntiald

evelop

men

t.(policiesKCA.DPL

1an

dKCA.GPB

2)

SAObjectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Potentially

increase

accessibility

ofculturaland

localservices.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice

andaccessibility.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Improvethequality

ofresidential

environm

ents.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Protecttheam

enity

ofresidentialunits..

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onquality

oflife.

+Enablemoreresidential

developm

entinChurchfields.

Long-term

impacton

housing

provision.

+Increase

theam

ountofhousing

intheKCAAParea.

Long-term

impacton

housing

provision.

3

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Improvequality

andaccess

togreenspace.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Protecttheam

enity

ofresidentialunits.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onquality

oflife.

+Willimprovethe

environm

entalqualityofthe

area.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onquality

oflife.

0Nolikelyimpact.

4

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.


activity

andnatural


activity

andnatural


activity


atall

times

ofthedayandnight.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

5surveillanceatalltimes

ofthe

dayandnight.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

surveillanceatalltimes

ofthe

dayandnight.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

8

++Protectwaterquality.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9



Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.UP6

-River

Stou

rtorequ

ireflo

odris

kbe

tterm

easu

resan

den

hanc

ean

dprotectw

ater

quality.

Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.UP5

-Staffordsh

irean

dWorcestersh

ireCan

alto

requ

ireen

hanc

emen

tsto

thegreeninfrastruc

ture

and

biod

iversity

network.

Specificgu

idan

ceon

the

Even

ingEc

onom

yinPo

licy

KCA.GPB

7.

Rem

ovetheChu

rchfields

area

from

Indu

stria

lsectio

nof

PolicyKCA.GPB

5-

Employ

men

tDevelop

men

t.


econ

dary

Fron

tage

sin

thePrim

ary

Shop

ping

Areato

allowfor

non-retailus

es,inc

luding

reside

ntiald

evelop

men

t.(policiesKCA.DPL

1an

dKCA.GPB

2)

SAObjectiv

e

++Improveflood

riskmeasures.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Improvethequality

ofthecanal

conservationarea.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Improvedesign

quality.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onthetownscape.

0Nolikelyimpact.

11

+Improvethebiodiversityvalueof

theriver.

Long-term

impacton

biodiversity.

++Improvethebiodiversityofthe

canalside.

Long-term

impacton

biodiversity.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

12

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Improvethequality

ofthecanal

conservationarea.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Improvedesign

quality.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onthetownscape.

0Nolikelyimpact.

13

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Supports

developm

enton

brow

nfieldland.

++Supports

developm

enton

brow

nfieldland.

14

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Promotes

greateractivity

inthetowncentre.

Long-term

impacton

regeneration.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Promotes

greateractivity

inthe

towncentre.

Long-term

impacton

regeneration.

15

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Willhelptocontrollightand

noisepollution.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onquality

oflife.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17



Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.UP6

-River

Stou

rtorequ

ireflo

odris

kbe

tterm

easu

resan

den

hanc

ean

dprotectw

ater

quality.

Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.UP5

-Staffordsh

irean

dWorcestersh

ireCan

alto

requ

ireen

hanc

emen

tsto

thegreeninfrastruc

ture

and

biod

iversity

network.

Specificgu

idan

ceon

the

Even

ingEc

onom

yinPo

licy

KCA.GPB

7.

Rem

ovetheChu

rchfields

area

from

Indu

stria

lsectio

nof

PolicyKCA.GPB

5-

Employ

men

tDevelop

men

t.


econ

dary

Fron

tage

sin

thePrim

ary

Shop

ping

Areato

allowfor

non-retailus

es,inc

luding

reside

ntiald

evelop

men

t.(policiesKCA.DPL

1an

dKCA.GPB

2)

SAObjectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

XCouldreduce

econom

icactivity

inChurchfields.

Long-term

econom

icimpact.

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.Long-term

econom

icimpact.

20

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

XCouldreduce

econom

icactivity

inChurchfields.

Long-term

econom

icimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

21

Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.HP3

-Green

StreetDep

otto

requ

irethe

retentionof

locally

listed

build

ings

onsite.

Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.HP2

-Fran

kSton

erequ

iring

developm

enttorespectthe

Green

Street

Con

servationArea.

Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.HP1

-Herita

geProc

ession

sAreato

requ

ireprotectio

nan

den

hanc

emen

tofthe

Green

Street

Con

servationArea.

Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.CW1-

Castle

Wha

rftorequ

ireprotectio

nan

den

hanc

emen

tofthe

Green

Street

Con

servationArea.

Add

caveat

toPo

licy

KCA.Ch6

-Lim

eKiln

Brid

geto

requ

ireco

mpe

nsationfor

theloss

ofop

ensp

ace.

SAObjectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

2

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Openspacetocontribute

towards

residential

environm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

3



Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.HP3

-Green

StreetDep

otto

requ

irethe

retentionof

locally

listed

build

ings

onsite.

Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.HP2

-Fran

kSton

erequ

iring

developm

enttorespectthe

Green

Street

Con

servationArea.

Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.HP1

-Herita

geProc

ession

sAreato

requ

ireprotectio

nan

den

hanc

emen

tofthe

Green

Street

Con

servationArea.

Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.CW1-

Castle

Wha

rftorequ

ireprotectio

nan

den

hanc

emen

tofthe

Green

Street

Con

servationArea.

Add

caveat

toPo

licy

KCA.Ch6

-Lim

eKiln

Brid

geto

requ

ireco

mpe

nsationfor

theloss

ofop

ensp

ace.

SAObjectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Maintains

access

togreen

space.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

4

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

8

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

++Enhance

theconservationarea

and

strengthen

localdistinctivenessand

senseofplace.

Long-term

impacton

townscape

and

civicpride.

++Enhance

theconservationarea

and

strengthen


senseofplace.

Long-term

impacton

townscape

and

civicpride.

++Enhance

theconservationarea

and

strengthen


senseofplace.

Long-term

impacton

townscape

and

civicpride.

++Enhance

theconservationarea

and

strengthen


senseofplace.

Long-term

impacton

townscape

and

civicpride.

0Nolikelyimpact.

11

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Potentially

contributetowards

biodiversity.

Long-term

impacton

biodiversity.

12

++Enhance

theconservationarea

and

strengthen


senseofplace.

Long-term

impacton

townscape

and

civicpride.

++Enhance

theconservationarea

and

strengthen


senseofplace.

Long-term

impacton

townscape

and

civicpride.

++Enhance

theconservationarea

and

strengthen


senseofplace.

Long-term

impacton

townscape

and

civicpride.

++Enhance

theconservationarea

and

strengthen


senseofplace.

Long-term

impacton

townscape

and

civicpride.

0Nolikelyimpact.

13



Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.HP3

-Green

StreetDep

otto

requ

irethe

retentionof

locally

listed

build

ings

onsite.

Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.HP2

-Fran

kSton

erequ

iring

developm

enttorespectthe

Green

Street

Con

servationArea.

Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.HP1

-Herita

geProc

ession

sAreato

requ

ireprotectio

nan

den

hanc

emen

tofthe

Green

Street

Con

servationArea.

Add

caveat

toPo

licyKCA.CW1-

Castle

Wha

rftorequ

ireprotectio

nan

den

hanc

emen

tofthe

Green

Street

Con

servationArea.

Add

caveat

toPo

licy

KCA.Ch6

-Lim

eKiln

Brid

geto

requ

ireco

mpe

nsationfor

theloss

ofop

ensp

ace.

SAObjectiv

e

++Su

pportsdevelopm

entonbrow

nfield

land.

++Su

pportsdevelopm

entonbrow

nfield

land.

++Su

pportsdevelopm

entonbrow

nfield

land.

++Su

pportsdevelopm

entonbrow

nfield

land.

0Nolikelyimpact.

14

++Promotes

theregenerationof

Kidderminsterby

improvingthe

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

Long-term

regenerationimpact.

++Promotes

theregenerationof

Kidderminsterby

improvingthe

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

Long-term

regenerationimpact.

++Promotes

theregenerationof

Kidderminsterby

improvingthe

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

Long-term

regenerationimpact.

++Promotes

theregenerationof

Kidderminsterby

improvingthe

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

Long-term

regenerationimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

15

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

20

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

21

PublicationStrategicObjectiv

es


es

Develop

anden

hanc

ethe

Bluean

dGreen

Infrastruc

ture

prov

ision

with

inthetown.

Con

servean

den

hanc

ethetown's

heritag

eassets.

Driv

eup

thequ

ality

ofurba

nde

sign

and

arch

itecture.

Delivertherege

neratio

nofkey

towncentre

sites,re-using

brow

nfieldland

andbu

ildings

.

Deliver

thegrow

thof

reside

ntial,retail,an

dem

ploy

men

tdevelop

men

t.

Develop

Kidde

rminsteras

the

strategiccentre

oftheDistrict

andbe

yond

.

SAObjectiv

e

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1




es

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.



Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.



Short-

andlong-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

2

+ThewaterwaysandGIcould

form

partofaquality

residentialenvironm

ents.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Seeks

toprovidehigh

quality

residential

developm

ents.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

+Seeks

todeliverresidential

developm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

housing

provision.

++Seeks

toincrease

housingtoadd


Long-term

impacton

housing

provisionandvibrancy.

++Seeks

toincrease

housingto

addvitalitytocentral

Kidderminster.

Long-term

impacton

housing

provisionandvibrancy.

3

+Increase

access

tothegreen

spaces.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

4

+Activity

alongthewaterways


safetyalongit.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

+Couldhelpto

prom

otecivicpride.

Long-term

impact.

++Incorporatesecuredby

design

principles

and

improvenatural

surveillance.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.


activity


atalltimes

ofthedayandnight.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.


activity


atall

times

ofthedayandnight.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.


activity


atalltimes

ofthedayandnight.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Focusesdevelopm

entonthe


the

need

totravel.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

+Focusesdevelopm

entonthetown

centrehelpingtoreduce

theneed

totravel.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

+Focusesdevelopm

entonthe


theneed

totravel.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

7

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Focusesdevelopm

entonthe


the

need

totravel.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

+Focusesdevelopm

entonthetown

centrehelpingtoreduce

theneed

totravel.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

+Focusesdevelopm

entonthe


theneed

totravel.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

8




es

+Potentialtoimprovewater

quality.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

9


therivercouldwellbeproneto

flood

risk.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredin

the

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

X?Som

ekeyregenerationsitesare

withinflood

zone

areas.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredin

the

X?Som

ekeyregenerationsitesare

withinflood

zone

areas.

Mitigationwouldbe

requiredinthe

form


Vulnerableuses

nottobe

located

onlowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

form

ofasuitableSUDS

scheme.Vu

lnerableuses

not

tobe

locatedon

lowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

form

ofasuitableSU

DSscheme.

Vulnerableuses

nottobe

located

onlowerlevels.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

++Promotes

developm

entw

hich


thewaterways.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

++Conservinghistoric

assetswillhelpto

strengthen

local

distinctiveness.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

++Gooddesign

will

strengthen

thequality

ofthetownscape

and

prom

otelocal

distinctiveness.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

+Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpacton

the

townscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpacton

thetownscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+Redevelopmentw

illhave

apositiveimpacton

the

townscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

11

++Policyrequiresthe

enhancem

entofthe

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.



++Redevelopmentofsitescouldhelp

toaddtoandenhancethegreen



12biodiversityvalueofthe

waterways.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.


townandprovidean

opportunity

toremediatecontam

inated

land.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

infrastructurewithinthetownand

providean

opportunityto

remediatecontam

inated

land.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.


townandprovidean

opportunity

toremediatecontam

inated

land.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

+++

Aimstoenhancethe

town'shistoric

environm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

++Gooddesign

will

enhancethehistoric

andbuiltenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

+New

developm

entscanraisethe

quality

ofthelandscapeand

townscape

andpreserve

the

historicenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+New

developm

entscanraisethe

quality

ofthelandscapeand

townscape

andpreserve

the

historicenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

+New

developm

entscanraise

thequality

ofthelandscapeand

townscape

andpreserve

the

historicenvironm

ent.

Short-

andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

13Contributetowards

enhancing

theriverandits

setting.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.




es

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

++Supports

developm

enton

brow

nfieldland.

++Supports

developm

enton

brow

nfieldland.

++Supports

developm

enton

brow

nfieldland.

14

++Wouldhelptoprom

otethe


++Promotes

the

regenerationof

++Promotes

the

regenerationof


towncentresites.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

++Po

tentialregenerationofkeytown

centresites.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.


towncentresites.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

15by

capitalisingon

assetsand

Kidderminsterby

Kidderminsterby

improvetheurban

environm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

improvingthequality

oftheenvironm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

improvingthequality

oftheenvironm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

thetown.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

17

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

19

+Improvingthetown's

environm

entalqualitycould

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.Long-term

econom

icimpact.

++Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.Long-term

econom

icimpact.

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.Long-term

econom

icimpact.

20helpattractmorevisitorsinto

thetown.

Long-term

econom

icimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.Long-term

econom

icimpact.

++Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.Long-term

econom

icimpact.

+Couldprom

oteeconom

icgrow

thanddiversity

ofeconom

y.Long-term

econom

icimpact.

21


es

Ensu

rethetownissafe

and

enjoyablefora

llus

ers.

Increasing

theprov

isionan

dus

eof

sustaina

blemod

esof

tran

sporta

ndcreate

aIm

prov

eairq

ualityarou

ndthetown,

with

apa

rticular

focu

son

theHorsefair

AQMA.

Safegu

ardthetown

agains

tflood

riskan

den

sure

good

water

man

agem

ent.

Ensu

rethetownis

equipp

edto

adap

tto

andmitiga

teag

ains

ttheim

pactsof

clim

ate

Safegu

ardan

dreplen

ish

thetown'sbiod

iversityand

geo-diversity

contrib

ution.

SAObjectiv

ewalkableen

vironm

ent.




es

chan

ge.

+Improvetheattractivenessof

walking


towncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice

andaccessibility.

+Improveease

andattractiveness

ofwalking


towncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice

andaccessibility.

+Improvingairqualitycouldhelp

improvehealth.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

1

+Improvetheattractivenessof

walking


towncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice

andaccessibility.

+Improveease

andattractiveness

ofwalking


towncentre.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice

andaccessibility.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

2

+Createabetterenvironm

entfor

localresidents.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.


entfor

localresidents.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.


entfor

localresidents.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

3

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact


entfor

localresidents.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

+Couldimproveaccess

togreenspace.

Long-term

impacton

quality

oflife.

4

+Increasing

activity

onstreets

willhelpwith

community

safety.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

+Increasing

activity

onstreetswill

helpwith

community

safety.

Long-term

impacton

community

safety.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

5

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

6

+En

couragewalking

andcycling.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

++Lookstoimproveandencourage

sustainabletransport.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Aimstoincrease

sustainable

developm

entand

practices.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

0Nolikelyimpact.

7




es

+En

couragewalking

andcycling.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

++Lookstoimproveandencourage

sustainabletransport.

Long-term

impacton

transport

choice.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

8

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

++Helptoimproveairqualityin

anAQMA.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

+Potentialtoimprove

waterquality.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+Couldhelpimprovewater

quality

asan

important


Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

9

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

++Mitigateagainstthe

flood

riskinnew

developm

ents.

Long-term

impacton

flood

risk.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

10

+Helpimprovesenseofplacein

thetown.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.



Short-andlong-term

impacton

the

townscape.

+Improvingtheenvironm

entof

ahistoricstreetinthetown.

Short-andlong-term

impacton

thetownscape.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

+En

hancethecharacterofthe

landscape.

Short-

andlong-term

impact

onthetownscape.

11

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

++Willhelptomaintainand

enhancebio-and

geo-diversity

inthetown.

12

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

+Improvingtheenvironm

entof

ahistoricstreetinthetown

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

13which

contains

locally

listed

buildings.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

14

++Promotes

greateractivity

inthe

towncentre.

Long-term

impact.

+Promotes

theregenerationof

Kidderminsterby

improvingthe

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

++Promotes

theregenerationof

Kidderminsterby

improvingthe

quality

oftheenvironm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

++Promotes

theregeneration

ofKidderminsterby

improvingthequality

ofthe

environm

ent.

Long-term

impacton

environm

entalquality.

15




es

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

+Helptomitigateagainst

theimpactsofclimate

change.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability

++Lookstomitigate

againstthe

impactsof

climatechange.

Long-term

impacton

sustainability.

0Nolikelyimpact.

16

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

17

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

18

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact.

19

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

20

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

0Nolikelyimpact

0Nolikelyimpact.

21



E List of Consultees

E.1 The following organisations were consulted on the SA Scoping Report:

Bromsgrove District CouncilWychavon District CouncilMalvern Hills District CouncilSouth Staffordshire District CouncilBridgnorth District CouncilSouth Shropshire District CouncilStaffordshire County CouncilShropshire County CouncilDudley MBCHighways AgencyNational Playing Fields AssociationThe Home Builders FederationRegistered Social Landlords (RSLs)Sport EnglandWorcestershire Wildlife TrustWyreForest Community HousingAdvantage West MidlandsBritish Waterways


EList of Consultees

F Consultation Responses and How They Have Been Addressed

Head of Planning, Healthand Environment’s

Response

Response SummaryResponseNumber

Respondent

Scope these plans forinclusion in Initial SAReport.

The following documents should be scoped for both documents:KCSA-SASC-100-01BobSharples The Regional Facilities Strategy

The Regional Plan for Sport(SportEngland) Note - Information not

included, documentscould not be found.

Include Active PeopleSurvey data in AppendixB.

Active People Survey data should be included in both Appendix Bs.KCSA-SASC-100-02

Indicators used are basedon County accessibilitymapping, this is not

There is a need to ensure ready access to sports facilities for allmembers of the community; this will have an impact on anti-socialbehaviour and improving health. There should be a draft indicator inSA Objective 2 which underpins this. Eg, amend draft indicators 1-3to include sports facilities.

KCSA-SASC-100-03

produced for sportsfacilities and therefore thisindicator would be difficultto measure on a regularbasis.

Scope these documentsin both Appendix As.

The following should be scoped in both Appendix As:KCSA-SASC-INT-01Paul AllenThe NERC (Natural Environment and Rural Communities) Act

(PropertyandOperationalServices)

Conserving Biodiversity: The UK Approach (DEFRA, 2007)Landscapes for Living (Natural England)The Bern Convention

Scope this document inboth Appendix As.

It is worth noting that the Habitats Directive contains speciesconservation policy.

KCSA-SASC-INT-02

Noted.Biodiversity as set out by the NERC Act needs to be cross-cut into ABetter Environment; Health and Well-being and Economic Successsections.

KCSA-SASC-INT-03

Refer to this in AppendixB.

One of our areas principle habitat types, which we are regionallysignificant for, is acid grassland.

KCSA-SASC-INT-04

Noted.Some reference needs to be made to National Indicator 197 and itsDirective to the conservation of Local Sites by Local Authorities.

KCSA-SASC-INT-05

Noted.The achievement of some Local Biodiversity Action Plan targets is asignificant objective.

KCSA-SASC-INT-06

Scope the NERC Act atAppendix A.

It is important that both the Site Allocations and KCAAP are guided bythe NERC Act 2006 with specific reference to the Section 4 duty tohave regard to conserving biodiversity. Additionally, Section 41 sets

KCSA-SASC-120-01StevenBloomfield

out the list of species and habitats considered by the Government tobe of principle importance for nature conservation. This must bereflected in both of the DPDs and their SA Reports.

(WorcestershireWildlifeTrust)

Alter text within AppendixB to clarify that the list ofspecies is arepresentative sampleonly.

It is important to recognise that the lists of habitats and species givenin Appendix B are not necessarily comprehensive and should beconsidered as a representative sample only. There are a number ofspecies listed within the local BAP and under Section 41 of the NERCAct which should be considered as well as those usually regarded asprotected.

KCSA-SASC-120-02

Amend wording inAppendix B to reflect this.

Whilst the Worcestershire Wildlife Trust leads work on Special WildlifeSites, we are part of a much wider Special Wildlife Site Partnershipengaged in site selection and management. This should be recognisedin the relevant wording in Appendix B.

KCSA-SASC-120-03


Consultation Responses and How They Have Been AddressedF


Response


Respondent

Noted. Request furtherinformation on exactlocations.

There are a number of additional sites with Hornet Robberfly.KCSA-SASC-120-04

Noted. Outline this inAppendix B.

It is important to recognise that there may be additional species andsites of interest which should be considered by the DPDs and SAreports.

KCSA-SASC-120-05

Support for objective 12 isnoted.

The SA objectives appear to be suitable, we particularly supportobjective 12 on biodiversity. It should be worth noting that it shouldnot only be the Environment Agency’s opinion reflected under objective

KCSA-SASC-120-06

16 on climate change. There are a number of organisations capableof giving advice on this subject and these should also be consideredin monitoring of planning decisions.

Noted, this definition is setout within the introductionto the HistoricEnvironment section ofAppendix B.

Throughout the appraisal process the historic environment should bebroadly defined - all designated historic assets should be consideredtogether with potential impacts on non-designated features of localhistoric or architectural interest and value since these can make animportant contribution to creating a sense of place and local identity.

KCSA-SASC-161-01AmandaSmith(EnglishHeritage)

Statutory designations include Listed Buildings, Scheduled AncientMonuments plus other nationally important archaeological sites,RegisteredHistoricParks and Gardens, Registered Battlefields,Conservation Areas, and the settings of all these assets. Otherimportant elements of the historic environment, which are often withoutany statutory protection, include other archaeological sites, locally listedbuildings, parks and gardens, landscape and townscape features, thecharacter of the wider landscape/townscape, as well as the potentialfor as yet unrecorded archaeology.

Noted, District and Countystaff will be involvedthroughout the process.

Strongly advises that the District and County conservation andarchaeological staff are involved throughout the preparation of the LDF.

KCSA-SASC-161-02

Noted.International:KCSA-SASC-161-03Welcome the inclusion of the European Landscape Convention.It should be noted in devising an objective that the conventionapplies to both urban and rural landscapes and hence shouldextend to cover the District’s townscapes.

Add this point into theanalysis of thesedocuments at AppendixA.

National:KCSA-SASC-161-04Welcome the inclusion of The Historic Environment: A Force forour Future (DCMS, 2001). With regard to identified implications,protection and enhancement of the historic environment shouldbe covered. This similarly applies to the heritage ProtectionWhite Paper. A key strand of the above is given in the openingstatements which outline and endorse the contribution of thehistoric environment to creating sustainable communities – thiswould be a useful point under the analysis of the document.

Scope this oncecompleted.

Regional:KCSA-SASC-161-05The Regional Historic Environment Strategy is currently inpreparation and due to be completed by the end of the year.

cope all currentConservation AreaAppraisals in Appendix A.

Parish:KCSA-SASC-161-06Any completed Conservation Area Appraisal and ManagementPlans should be included.

Noted. Incorporate asummary of the keycharacteristics of WyreForest District Landscapeinto Appendix B.

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Landscape/Landscape Character Assessment: The culturaldimension of landscape character should ideally be recognisedhere as well as under the historic environment section and across-reference made to the County Historic LandscapeCharacterisation (at page 26). Noted. Amend Appendix

B to reflect this.Latest BAR register was published in August 2007. It should beclarified in the text that grade II Listed Buildings are not covered.


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In early July English heritage will launch its National ’Heritageat Risk’ programme, this will provide updated information.

Noted.

Noted.We welcome the outline of the county-wide historic landscapecharacterisation project.The importance of preserving the settings of designated assetscould usefully be given greater prominence, particularly withinthe context of these DPDs.

Noted. ContactCounty tofind out if data is availablewhich could be included.

The first stage of the County’s historic farm buildings project iscomplete and the second is underway. Preliminary results maybe available to draw on.

Noted.

Kidderminster AAP:With regard to the Kidderminster AAPbaseline data, we draw your attention to comments made on the

Noted.

Core Strategy Issues and Options Paper in March 2008. In thiswe advised:

‘’In view of the major change that is envisaged for Kidderminster TownCentre and the production of the AAP, we recommend that this isinformed by a thorough understanding of the area’s historic environmentresource, its opportunities and sensitivities to development as a centralpart of the plan’s evidence base. Useful models for such a study includethat recently applied in Dudley MBC for the Brierley Hill AAP (contact:Pete Boland) and in the North Staffordshire HMRAwhere a programmeof extensive and intensive surveys have been undertaken followingE n g l i s h H e r i t a g e ’ s m o d e l b r i e f(http://www.helm.org.uk/server/show/nav.05003006001). We wouldbe happy to discuss this further’’.

Beyond the outlines for Kidderminster’s Conservation Areas, local listbuildings at risk, we recommend that a concise overview is given forany archaeological remains – this could be linked to an overview of thegrowth and evolution of the town.

Agreed. This will befurther progressedthrough the SA InterimPaper.

Main Sustainability Issues:

Kidderminster AAP: The identified issues should apply more broadlyto all the town’s historic assets not just conservation areas. Morespecific issues may also be capable of being drawn out for the AAParea, e.g:

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Areas of significantly degraded townscape or areas where,on current trends, there is likely to be further significantloss of townscape character or quality.Areas where development has had or is likely to have asignificant impact upon the historic environment and/orpeople’s enjoyment of it.Declining condition of historic assets because of poormaintenance and management etc.Traffic congestion, air quality, noise pollution and otherproblems affecting the historic environment.Opportunities foe heritage-led regeneration anddevelopment of the environmental economy.Opportunities for the sustainable reuse of historicbuildings.Opportunities for delivering the improved maintenanceand management of historic assets.Opportunities for providing better access andunderstanding of the historic environment.



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Support is noted.Developing the SA Framework:KCSA-SASC-161-10

Support is noted.Welcome the changes to the SA Framework which largely reflectour previous comments.Welcome and support the amended objective (11) on thelandscape/townscape and its supporting decision-making criteria.

Support is noted.

Welcome and support the inclusion of a specific objective (13)on the historic environment and its supporting decision-makingcriteria.

Noted. This is helpfulinformation.

With regard to the suite of indicators for both the headline objectives,we attach for information a list of indicators for SA/SEA. The draftindicators proposed generally fit well with this but may need to be furtherrefined to monitor identified and potential significant impacts relatingto the District’s historic environment resource.

Support is noted.Connecting to Success, theWest Midlands Economic Strategy (WMES),was launched on 10 December 2007. The Agency welcomes the factthat the Sustainability Appraisal Scoping Reports include reference to

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the WMES as part of the evidence base for the emerging DPD’s. TheAdvantageWestMidlands

Action Plan which will provide the framework for the delivery of theWMES will be published this month, so it will be good for the ambitionsof this delivery document to be considered as part of the Scopingexercise.

Noted.Whilst most of the evidence base that will assist the scoping of theDPD’s will lie within the Place section of theWMES, the People sectionwill also be of use, for example in achieving full potential and

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opportunities for all. In monitoring performance of the People sectionof the WMES skills development is an important indicator of success.It is important within both DPD’s that the opportunities to link areas ofskills development and employment are maximised.

Noted. These are thesorts of issues which willbe considered through theKidderminster CentralArea Action Plan DPD.

When looking at travel to work times, it can be useful to also take intoaccount where the slowest journeys are on the local network and howthese could be positively affected (for example by targetinginfrastructure funding through the DPD work). Given the importance ofthe rural economy both in terms of the businesses located and the

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people who live and commute within the District, it is important to includeindicators to highlight how the Kidderminster Central Area DPD canimprove its offer as a sustainable centre of services, shopping, leisureand employment, as well as enabling Issues and Options for the widerDistrict to be considered in the Site Allocations DPD. The possibletourism development role is also important for both documents toconsider.

Noted.Natural England is a recently formed organisation which has beenestablished under the Natural Environment and Rural CommunitiesAct 2006. It has been formed by bringing together English Nature and

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parts of the Rural Development Service and the Countryside Agency.NaturalEngland Natural England has been charged with the responsibility to ensure

that England’s unique natural environment including its flora and fauna,land and seascapes, geology and soils are protected and improved.Natural England’s purpose as outlined in the Act is to ensure that the




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natural environment is conserved, enhanced, and managed for thebenefit of present and future generations, thereby contributing tosustainable development.

Noted. Check referencesthroughout the ScopingReports and amendaccordingly.

It is noted that throughout the SA reference is made to English Nature,and to Natural England as incorporating English Nature, the CountrysideAgency and the Rural Development Service. Natural England wasformed in October 2006, from which point it replaced these legacyagencies. References to the legacy agencies should be corrected toreflect this.

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Noted. This will beScoped and included atAppendix A of bothdocuments.

TheNational section of Appendix A of both reports should be amendedto include the following Acts/Strategies:

• The Natural Environment and Rural Communities (NERC) Act 2006.

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Section 40 of the NERC Act places a duty upon all public bodies tohave regard to the purpose of conserving biodiversity. More informationcan be found in Defra’sGuidance for Local Authorities on Implementingthe Biodiversity Duty.


• The Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended).

This Act provides protects in law wildlife (birds, animals and plantslisted in the Annexes), the countryside, National Parks, and thedesignation of protected areas, and public rights of way.


• Making Space for Water.

This is a cross-government programme taking forward the developingstrategy for flood and coastal erosion risk management in England.

• Natural England’s State of the Natural Environment Report.

This recently released report brings together for the first time theevidence about the current state of our natural environment, and assuch may be useful in informing this SA. It is available from our websiteat: http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/sone/default.htm

Noted.The main table in Section 8: Identification of Main Sustainability Issues(pg9) of the main report illustrates a good scope of environmentalissues, and the inclusion of the SEA subjects appears to be thorough.A number of small changes/additions would further complete the report.

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Noted. This will bescoped once availableand could potentially beused as a source ofbaseline data.

Under the Identified Sustainability Issue “The need to conserve andenhance the rich variety of habitat types within the District” is identified,and the Worcestershire BAP (1999) highlighted as a source of data.This is welcomed. It should be noted that the Worcestershire BAP iscurrently under review, with a new version due to be launched 14th July2008.

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Noted. This issue will beupdated to includereference to Section 41 ofthe NERC act.

“The need to protect the variety of protected species from adversedevelopment” is an Identified Sustainability Issue, with theWorcestershire BAP again identified as a source of information. Inaddition to this, reference should be made to Section 41 of the NERC

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Act. This lists species and habitats of principle importance. Theprotection of these species would help to comply with the biodiversityduty imposed by Section 40 of the Act. More information is availablethrough the Biodiversity Action Reporting (BARS) section of the UKBAP website, at:

http://www.ukbap-reporting.org.uk/news/details.asp?X=45



http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/sone/default.htm

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Noted. Set out the needto focus development onbrownfield sites, the need

The “Need to focus new development on brownfield sites to preserveGreenfield land and reduce the need to travel” and “Need to developat densities greater than 30 dph in order to reduce the need to travel

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to develop at higherand preserve Greenfield land” are Identified Sustainability Issues. Bothdensities and the need toof these Issues seem to make an unexplained leap between avoidingreduce the need to travelas three separatesustainability issues.

Greenfield development and reducing the need to travel. Reducingthe need to travel is a complicated issue, the achievement of whichdepends upon wider issues and careful siting of development beyondwhether it is green- or brownfield, or at a given density. It might bemore suitable to separate these subjects into two separate Issues.

Noted. All site allocationswill be tested against thesustainability appraisal

It should be noted that development of brownfield land in preferenceto Greenfield may not always be the most sustainable option, and anysites considered for development must be carefully judged on a

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framework. This willsite-by-site basis. Brownfield land can be of high biodiversity valueensure that the mostand can also provide opportunities for provision of open space, whereassustainable sites forGreenfield sites could have little value. New development needs to bedevelopment arecarefully sited so as to ensure the most sustainable option, and it should

be noted that the most sustainable option may not always be the mostobvious choice.

identified. In thosecircumstances where themost sustainable option isnot selected appropriatemitigation measures willbe identified.

Support is noted.The table of SA Objectives, Decision Making Criteria and DraftIndicators in Section 9: Developing the SA Framework (pg 12) in themain Report is welcomed as a clear way of showing the scope ofconsideration given to SA Objectives.

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Noted. This will beconsidered as anindicator.

In addition to the Draft Indicators already given consideration regardingthe sustainability of housing development, such as SA Objectivenumbers 7, 9 and 11, it may be worth including an indicator around

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ratings under the Code for Sustainable Homes. This would give abroader take on the overall sustainability of a housing developmentand make use of an existing and nationally recognised measurementmethod.

Noted. The Scopingreports will be updatedaccordingly.

Kidderminster Central AAP DPD SA Scoping

The list of SSSI’s given in Appendix B (pg 8) is missing Puxton Marsh.This should be added, and any other references throughout the reportsamended to reflect this.

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Noted. Informationspecific to Kidderminsterwas selected for the

The Introduction to Appendix B states that the document will set out“what baseline data has been collected and why, how the data wascollected, and its limitations”. However, this intention does not appear

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Kidderminster Centralto have been consistently met. The “A Better Environment for TodayAAP DPD. Both the Coreand Tomorrow” section does not include data relevant to topics requiredStrategy and Siteunder the SEA Directive, and does not cover all of the SA Objectives,Allocations ScopingDecision Making Criteria and Draft Indicators given in the table in

Section 9: Developing the SA Framework of the main SA ScopingReport (pg 12).

Reports set out moredetailed baseline datawhich is relevant to thewhole District. This ispertinent to the LocalDevelopment Frameworkof which the KCAAP willbe part of.

Noted. Gather data onthese issues forpublication in the Full SAReport.

Baseline data regarding carbon emissions, climate change adaptation,or water quality has not been included. These topics are fundamentalto the SEA part of this SA, and as such are a requirement of the SEADirective. The table in Section 9 of the main SA Scoping Report poses

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decision aiding questions and Draft Indicators regarding these issues;it is unclear why this evidence has not been collated/presented. Thisevidence is needed to ensure that this SA is fit-for-purpose.




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Indicators are currentlydraft and baselineinformation is notavailable for all of these.

Noted. However, theKidderminster CentralArea Action Plan DPD SA

In the SA Scoping Report under the table given in Section 9 (pg 12),SA Objective 12 “To conserve and enhance the District’s biodiversityand geodiversity” includes theDraft Indicator “Condition of SSSIs, SWSs

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Scoping Report sets outand RIGS”. This does not seem to be fully considered in Appendix B.data relevant to the 8The SSSI section here is incomplete, with data only presented for one

of the three SSSI. It is unclear why this is, and if it is available theninformation on the status of the other SSSI should be included.

urban wards which makeup the Kidderminsterurban area. The other 2SSSIs fall outside this areand have therefore beenexcluded from thebaseline data presentedfor this DPD. Please seeresponse to commentKCSA-SASC-819-12.

Noted. Amend thedocument accordingly.

The Sites of Special Scientific Interest section of Appendix B needs tobe amended to give SSSI their full acronym, rather than referring tothem as SSI. The references to English Nature should be amendedto Natural England as English Nature no longer exist, unless it is areference to work done by this legacy agency.

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Noted. ContactWWT andWorcestershire EarthHeritage Trust to see ifthey are able to providefurther information on this.

The Special Wildlife Sites section of Appendix B currently gives theirlocation only, with no information on their status. RIGS are not includedin Appendix B at all- it should be remembered that geodiversity iscovered by PPS9, as well as biodiversity. While monitoring informationshould be readily available for SSSIs through Natural England’s rolling

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assessments of the favourability of their conservation status, suchinformation may bemore difficult to come by regarding SWS and RIGS.Ability to access the necessary information should be given thought aslack of data may be a concern which future monitoring needs toaddress. The Worcestershire Wildlife Trust and the Hereford andWorcestershire Earth Heritage Trust may be able to provide furtherassistance with this.

Include data from thePPG17 audit onceavailable.

There is currently no baseline data provided regarding greenspace, oraccess to this. The table in Section 9: Developing the SA Framework(pg 12) of the main report includes as SA Objective 4 “To enhance the

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quality of life for all residents within the District”, with the DecisionMaking Criteria “Does it promote opportunities for easy access to theDistrict’s greenspace?”, and the Draft Indicator of “Hectares ofgreenspace per head of population”. Reference to Natural England’sAccessible Natural Greenspace Standards (ANGST) could provide anappropriate measurement criterion for this Objective, and compliancetowards this could be included as baseline evidence. ANGST aregovernment endorsed English Nature (as was) greenspace standards,and as such RPG 11 (2004) provides information on these in itsappendices (ODPM September 2002). Reference to these standardswould help to ensure that open space provision includes natural areas.High quality natural greenspace has the potential to contribute to allelements of sustainable development, including biodiversityconservation and health and well being. As such this is relevant toboth the “Improved Health and Well Being” and “A Better Environmentfor Today and Tomorrow” themes of the SA.

Noted. Re-consider thelevel of data which isincluded in the SA

Some of the data provided in the Site Allocations DPD Appendix Bcould easily be incorporated into this AAP SA in order to make it morecomplete. This should include data on water consumption, aquifersand water pollution, as this appears to be relevant to the area.

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the need to avoidduplication of effort on theLDF.

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Noted. Includeinformation on RIGSwithin the Appendix B tothe Full SA ScopingReport.

The added detail on SWS compared to the Kidderminster AAP makesthis section more complete, although it may be possible to add stillmore detail after discussion with the Wildlife Trust. There is noinformation on RIGS, and this needs to be provided.

Noted. This has beenincluded because there isa large concentration of

The inclusion of Equestrian Developments is interesting, however, itis currently unclear why this has been included. If the intention is toprovide evidence of overgrazing and poaching in relation to natureconservation then this should be clarified.

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horsiculture within theDistrict which has animpact on the landscape.This would be furtherclarified through theLandscape CharacterSPD.

Noted, this will behighlighted in theproduction of the Full SAReport.

Flood Risk

Flood Risk is highlighted as a ‘Main Sustainability Issue’ (page 10) andit is recognised that the district is affected by fluvial, surface water,groundwater and foul water flooding. It should be noted that floodingcan also occur from other water bodies such as reservoirs and canals.

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EnvironmentAgency

Support for objective 10 isnoted.

LPA's should look to ensure that no new development is located withinthe 1% floodplain and development does not pose an increased riskto land or property elsewhere e.g. through flood storage loss, or

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interruption to land drainage (including surface water). This is in linewith PPS25 - Development and Flood Risk. To this end we support SAobjective 10 (page 14) which suggests that development should notoccur in high risk flood zones or contribute to flooding in other areas.

Noted. This will behighlighted in the Full SAReport.

The Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) level 1 and 2 (see para5.2 of the Site Allocations SA scoping report) will assist in applying thesequential test to site allocations as directed in Planning PolicyStatement 25: Development & Flood Risk (PPS25).

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Noted. This has beenconsidered through theRevised issues andOptions paper.

The potential for “managed” retreat” in the functional flood plain shouldbe given consideration as part of planning for long term sustainabledevelopment particularly when climate change is taken into account.

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Support is noted.Wewelcome the emphasis on Sustainable Drainage techniques (SuDS)as stated in SA objective 10, criteria 4 as the increased use of thesehas a beneficial effect on flood risk reduction as well as improving waterquality.

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Noted. These additionaldocuments will be scopedin the production of theFull SA Report.

Regarding your specific questions, the Severn Catchment FloodManagement Plan Draft is now available, also another appropriatedocument might be the Interim Report of the ‘Learning Lessons fromthe 2007 Floods -

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http://www.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/thepittreview/interim_report.aspx’. TheWest Midlands Regional Flood Risk Appraisal (RFRA) may also affector influence this DPD.

The SFRA level 1 and 2 and the Water Cycle Study being undertakenby your authority will identify all baseline data as will the RFRA andshould be included in the list of plans reviewed.



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Noted, however it is feltthat this is sufficientlycovered by objective 9.

As stated above we would support SA objective 10 and would like tosuggest another such as ‘Protecting and improving the condition ofwatercourses’. Decision making criteria could include ‘Does the

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application make a positive contribution towards the biodiversity andcondition of the river environment’. While the Indicator could be thelength of watercourse within the area that has been improved.

Noted.It should be noted that an updated Practice Guide to PPS25 wasproduced in June 2008, to be reviewed every six months as a livingdocument.

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Rivers and groundwater are subject to a number of stresses, includingpollution (e.g. from foul drainage, diffuse pollution and siltation), habitatdegradation, low flows (linked to drought, abstraction and climatechange) and recreational activities. They are important for water supply(domestic and agricultural/industrial use). Both the Rivers Stour andSevern flow through the district together with several smallerwatercourses and as such it is important to consider water quality.

In addition to the rivers there are several Source Protection Zones inthe district and much of the area is designated a major aquifer by theEnvironment Agency.

Noted, however it is feltthat this is sufficientlycovered by objective 9.

We are pleased that the need to conserve water resources is identifiedas a Main Sustainability Issue (page 10) and recognises that much ofWyreForest’s water supply comes from groundwater abstraction. Wewould thus expect due consideration to be given to the quality of wateras well.

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Noted.The issue of proliferation of non-mains drainage should be consideredas it cuts across environmental, economic and health spheres. Anincrease in non-mains drainage would be contrary to SA objective 9as it could have an adverse impact on water quality and habitats.

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The level of contamination depends on the former use of a site. Thequality of the land and soils needs to be protected and restored toenable them to be used beneficially and safely, and so that they arenot a source of contamination to controlled waters. Wyre Forest andespecially Kidderminster, as a historic centre for the manufacture ofcarpets has large areas of land that are potentially contaminated, weare therefore disappointed that contamination is not highlighted as asustainability issue despite the fact that it may have a significant impacton water quality and the condition of SSSI habitats which is a mainsustainability issue.

Noted. Thisdecision-making criteriawill be considered in theproduction of the Full SAReport.

We note that SA objective 12 aims to conserve and enhance thebiodiversity and geodiversity of the district and we feel that reducing /investigating potential contamination could be associated with this.Possible decision making criteria could include ‘is the sitecontaminated?’ ‘Will it provide opportunities to investigate / remediatepotential contamination?’ The indicator could be the amount of landthat has been investigated and remediated.

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We note that Natural England have been consulted, on the aboveDPD’s, who will provide you with detailed information related to SSSI's(and their condition), as well as other areas of biodiversity interest thatexist throughout the district .




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Noted. The DistrictCouncil is currently in theearly stages of producing

Wewould recommend providing an emphasis on integrating biodiversityinto the fabric of the district by properly considering biodiversity in alldevelopments where possible. Existing wildlife sites should be enlarged

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a green infrastructureand corridors provided in order to link up other wildlife sites to createstudy, this will look atgreen linkages across theDistrict.

networks of wildlife sites rather than isolated sites, which are too smallto be able to sustain viable populations of flora and fauna. The LPAshould adopt a district wide approach to integrating biodiversity intothe landscape, rather than concentrating solely upon getting designatedsites into favourable condition.

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We support the inclusion of renewable energy schemes, energyefficiency, waste minimisation and sustainable transport within thedocument.

Noted. This will beconsidered through theCore Strategy.

Planning policy should be used to encourage suitable schemes athouseholder level upward to minimise water use and promote recyclingand re-use. For example developers should be required to commit toinstalling water efficient products.

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Noted.A strategy to reduce water consumption should be developed to;undertake water efficiency initiatives, promote and encouragerainwater-harvesting techniques in new developments, encourage use

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of metering to reduce water consumption, encourage adoption of waterefficient fittings and appliances and introduce standards for waterefficiency for households, industry, commercial etc.

Noted. This will beconsidered furtherthorough the drafting ofIssues and Optionspapers.

In February 2003, BW published ‘Waterways ad Development Plans’which explores the planning policy issues generated by themulti-functional nature, use and management of the waterways. Wewould encourage WFDC to take a holistic and sustainable approachto unlocking the economic, environmental and social benefits offered

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by the waterway. The Waterways and Development plans documentalso encourages LPA’s to identify waterways and their associatedcorridors, and major waterside sites, as priorities or the focus for futuredetailed action plans and topic plans.


SA Para1.2 – Allocate and designate Areas of Land – Uses

The canal corridor can be included as an area of land to be allocatedand designated for particular uses and/or environmental protection.

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The canal navigation can provide opportunities for a variety of usesfrom water based leisure and recreation to residential and commercialdevelopment including mixed-use developments.

The canal network can provide biodiversity, ecological, heritage,transport, health, sustainable energy, flood defence, leisure andrecreational benefits for both existing and future residents, contributingto the allocation of particular uses.


SAPara1.2 – Allocate and designate Areas of Land –EnvironmentalProtection

The canal corridor can be identified as and area of land forenvironmental protection and improvement. The natural waterwayenvironment and its wider landscape character could be improved and

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protected through biodiversity, control of pollution and habitatenhancement and creation, and ensuring any new development seeksto protect and enhance landscape quality and biodiversity of waterwaycorridors.




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Policies

Policies to be applied to the areas adjacent to the canal could includeboatyards, use of the towing path, waterway and towpath improvements(S106 contributions) access for all, recreation, tourism, waterbournefreight and public transport and waterside design.

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BW promotes key urban design principles that could underpin any areaspecific design policy for a waterway corridor include ensuring wheredevelopment is proposed to be adjacent to the waterway, developmentshould be sited and orientated to face the waterway and should enhancethe waterway’s edge and define external waterside spaces. Createattractive mixed use waterfront development, integrate and utilise thewaterspace and the towing path, have a strong sense of place, whichcreates active edges to the waterspace. Respect the topography, relateto the waterspace and design to a human scale, improve access toand, where possible, the use of these waterways. Improve pedestrianand cycle access as well as public transport provision both within thedevelopment and from adjoining areas and improve the appearanceof the site from the towing path and from the water at boat level andthe waterway corridor as a whole.

Noted. BW will beconsulted during thepreparation of all LDFdocuments.

SPDs etc

BW would welcome the opportunity to contribute to the preparation ofSPDs, site development briefs and/or masterplans which relate to thewaterway corridor and development adjacent to the canal corridor.

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Para 2.4:

The canal corridor can provide a multi-functional asset accommodatinguses such as residential, commercial, leisure and recreation, marinas,moorings etc. BW supports proposals to redevelop and regeneratevacant and under-utilised land along the waterway network by allocatingand designating areas of land for a particular use.

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Noted. These issues willbe considered furtherduring the development ofthe DPDs.

There is little mention of baseline information, in which the canalinfrastructure could be referred to. For example, baseline informationcould include biodiversity, water, cultural heritage, landscape, social,economy, to name a few, and all of which could incorporate the canalinfrastructure.

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The canal infrastructure can certainly provide environment, economicand social benefits as well as contribute to meeting environment,economic and social objectives.

Example environmental benefits and objectives could include, supportthe development of integrated community facilities and opportunities,promote, support and sustain healthy communities and lifestyles, andpromote sports and leisure.

Example economic benefits and objectives could include, encourageand develop investment, ensure sustainable regeneration of local areas,create thriving town centres and villages.

The identification of sites including key sustainable sites should includethe canal corridor.

Allocating sites for sustainable development could include the use ofthe canal corridor in regeneration improving use of green energy, e.g.use if water for heating and cooling, economic growth by redevelopmentof sites along and adjacent to, enhance biodiversity and use of towpaths




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etc. The canal towpath can provide a linear route for networks suchas broadband which can contribute to sustainable living in rurallocations.


KCAAP – Para 1.1 – Regeneration

The regeneration of Kidderminster Central Area and its surroundingenvironment is of importance, particularly in regard to the relationshipof the central area with the canal which runs through Kidderminster.

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The waterway network can make a major contribution to theregeneration and planning aims of the district, not just as a tourism andheritage resource.

From a regeneration perspective, the waterways act as a catalyst foreconomic and social renewal, increase development value and theopportunity for investment, focus and link regeneration opportunitiesin urban and rural area, contribute to delivery of market towns initiative,generate long term economic activity and opportunities for employment,and promote inclusion and quality of life.

The canal network can contribute to Kidderminster’s range of facilitiesand its sustainability. The historic character of the canal should not beseen to restrict the regeneration of Kidderminster Central Area.


Paragraph 1.3 – Allocate and Designate Areas of Land – Uses

The allocation and designation of the canal corridor for particular usesand/or environmental protection would support the regeneration of theKiddermnister Central Area.

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The canal navigation can provide opportunities for a variety of usesfrom water based leisure and recreation to residential and commercialdevelopment including mixed-use developments.

The canal network can provide biodiversity, ecological, heritage,transport, health, sustainable energy, flood defence, leisure andrecreational benefits for both existing and future residents, contributingto the allocation of particular uses.


SAPara1.2 – Allocate and designate Areas of Land –EnvironmentalProtection

The canal corridor can be identified as and area of land forenvironmental protection and improvement. The natural waterwayenvironment and its wider landscape character could be improved and

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protected through biodiversity, control of pollution and habitatenhancement and creation, and ensuring any new development seeksto protect and enhance landscape quality and biodiversity of waterwaycorridors would contribute to regeneration of Kidderminster’s centralareas.


Policies

Policies to be applied to the areas adjacent to the canal could includeboatyards, use of the towing path, waterway and towpath improvements(S106 contributions) access for all, recreation, tourism, waterbournefreight and public transport and waterside design.

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BW promotes key urban design principles that could underpin any areaspecific design policy for a waterway corridor include ensuring wheredevelopment is proposed to be adjacent to the waterway, development




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should be sited and orientated to face the waterway and should enhancethe waterway’s edge and define external waterside spaces. Createattractive mixed use waterfront development, integrate and utilise thewaterspace and the towing path, have a strong sense of place, whichcreates active edges to the waterspace. Respect the topography, relateto the waterspace and design to a human scale, improve access toand, where possible, the use of these waterways. Improve pedestrianand cycle access as well as public transport provision both within thedevelopment and from adjoining areas and improve the appearanceof the site from the towing path and from the water at boat level andthe waterway corridor as a whole.

Noted. BW will beconsulted during thepreparation of all LDFdocuments.

SPDs etc

BW would welcome the opportunity to contribute to the preparation ofSPDs, site development briefs and/or masterplans which relate to thewaterway corridor and development adjacent to the canal corridor.

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Noted. This will be givenfurther consideration aspart of the District

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By utilizing the canal infrastructure the central area can be connectedto surrounding neighbourhoods. The canal system widens travelchoice. The waterway infrastructure can provide travel by foot, cycle

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Council’s greenInfrastructure study andalso during thedevelopment of theKCAAP DPD.

and boat as alternatives to the car and alternative means of transportreflecting the healthy living agenda and supporting sustainableregeneration.

The canal corridor an provide links along its length but also over byuse of bridges and locks. The waterways can be utilised as amultifunctional space as well as an artery.

Improved access to and from canal corridors as well as improvementsto towpaths, bridges and locks can assist with urban regeneration ofKidderminster.

Noted. These issues willbe considered further

There is little mention of baseline information, in which the canalinfrastructure could be referred to. For example, baseline informationcould include biodiversity, water, cultural heritage, landscape, social,economy, to name a few, and all of which could incorporate the canalinfrastructure.

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during the development ofthe DPDs.

The canal infrastructure can certainly provide environment, economicand social benefits as well as contribute to meeting environment,economic and social objectives.

Example environmental benefits and objectives could include, supportthe development of integrated community facilities and opportunities,promote, support and sustain healthy communities and lifestyles, andpromote sports and leisure.

Example economic benefits and objectives could include, encourageand develop investment, ensure sustainable regeneration of local areas,create thriving town centres and villages.

The identification of sites including key sustainable sites should includethe canal corridor.

Regenerating Kidderminster Central Area and identifying opportunitiesfor sustainability development could include the use of the canal inregeneration improving use of green energy, e.g. use if water for heatingand cooling, economic growth by redevelopment of sites along andadjacent to enhance biodiversity and use of towpaths etc.



F.1 The following representations were received in response to consultation on the Draft SAReport which covered both the Site Allocations and Policies and KCAAP DPDs.

Officer ResponseSummarySectionIDName

Support is noted and welcomed.Overall paperwork and documentation well presented andhelpfully explained. We all ought to be more active indevelopment and supporting transport action plans to makepeople come to WyreForest area.

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Comments are noted.It is our view that the SA/SEA elements relating to theKidderminster Centre AAP are appropriate.

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Comments are noted. The figuresare taken from the PPG17 auditwhich looked at facilities for children

Chaddesley Corbett is grouped with Blakedown who dohave facilities for Children, but Chaddesley Corbett doesnot have any children's facilities in the Parish. This istherefore not a true representation.

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DSA14ChaddesleyCorbettParishCouncil and young people on a ward basis.

The full audit acknowledges thatthere a re localised deficiencieswithin these areas. Considerincluding a more detailedexplanation within the final SAReport.

Comments are noted. Include thesedocuments within the FinalSustainability Appraisal Report.

We would like to reiterate our previous recommendationto add the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 and theNatural Environment and Rural Communities Act 2006 toyour list of national plans/policies.

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Include this within the FinalSustainability Appraisal Report.

Suggests including West Midlands Historic EnvironmentStrategy - Putting the Historic Environment to Work (2009).

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Comments are noted. Thisinformation is not currentlyincluded. Consider including this

As already indicated in the context of the main consultationdocuments, it would be useful to clarify whether the countyHER has been checked with regard to the potential impactson non designated assets, including non designatedarchaeological remains.

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information as part of the baselineand to inform the appraisal of siteswithin the Final SA Report.

Comments are noted. Includefigures relating to the condition ofthe District's SSSIs within the bodyof the Final Sustainability AppraisalReport.

In paragraph 5.2.11, it would be useful to includecomment/figures to illustrate the condition of the District’sSSSI.

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Comments are noted. Considerrevising these indicators as part ofthe Final Sustainability AppraisalReport.

The indicators provided under objective 11 ‘’Protect,enhance and manage the character and appearance of thelandscape and townscape, maintaining and strengtheninglocal distinctiveness and sense of place’’ don’t really

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measure impacts on the landscape. We recommendreference to the county’s Landscape Character Assessmentand perhaps capturing the number of applications approvedcontrary to the advice of landscape specialists.

Comments are noted. Considerincluding additional or alternativeindicators under this objective,

Objective 16 ‘’Mitigate against the unavoidable negativeimpacts of climate change’’ could include additionalindicators around insulation, orientation etc, drawing uponthe Code for Sustainable Homes and the TCPA’s ClimateChange Adaptation by Design.

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however, indicators have beenexplored in detail and the amount ofdata available in this area is veryrestrictive.

Comments are noted. Re-considerthe loss of views, re-check theagricultural land classification map.

Please note, our land 'Bradley's Paddocks' is includedwithin H129.

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DSA1Bradley J

With regards to the regeneration ofKidderminster andStourport-on-Severn the priority isComments re Negative Impacts:to bring forward brownfield siteswithin theses areas as set out

Loss of open views - the open views are only visibleby actually entering the site.

through the Core Strategy. It is



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acknowledged that most newdevelopment will have an impact onnoise and light pollution and thatmitigation measures will need to beput in place to address this.

Agricultural Grading - the land is predominantlyGrade 3b with a considerable proportion as Grade3a - not grade 2 as stated.Any new development on undeveloped land willimpact on Kidderminster and Stourport-on-Severnregeneration and of course noise and light pollutionare increased but this subsequently means that thetight band of development around the towns willnever expand and cater for the growing population.This subsequently means higher property prices andgreater demands on social housing.

Comments are noted. Include thiswithin the Final SustainabilityAppraisal Report.

In Table 6.2.1 the SA identifies the potential for the housingdevelopment at the Former British Sugar Site to negativelyaffect biodiversity. This is equally true of employment

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development and as such we suggest this point is addedto table 6.2.2. In addition, we suggest that there is thepotential for development of either kind to negatively impactthe Wilden Marsh and Meadows SSSI

Support is noted and welcomed.The proposed set of indicators for monitoring the historicenvironment and heritage assets appear useful and supporttheir practical implementation.

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Comments are noted. Remove thisreference to this document.

The document ' Sign Up For Sport: A Regional Plan forSport in the West Midlands 2004-2008' is out of date, andwhile a few of the policies may have some or limited

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relevance for today, this document should be deleted from TheWorcestershire County PlayingPitch Strategy provides a detailedanalysis of playing pitches bytypology. This informed the PPG17audit.

p.72. Also the WyreForest does not have a robust andcurrent playing field strategy, therefore, it does not have acomplete PPG17 compliant audit.

Comments are noted. Include thisdocument in Appendix A of the FinalSA Report.

Sport England would also like to advise that the previousNational Sports Strategy 'Game Plan', the Government'sstrategy for delivering sports and physical activity, has been

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replaced by Sport England's strategy 2008-2011. This canbe accessed on our website at:http://www.sportengland.org/about_us/what_we_do.aspx.

Comments are noted. Include thesestatistics within the finalSustainability Appraisal Report.

Health and Well-being

Suggests including data from the following:

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Active People SurveyLocal Sport ProfileCulture and Sport Evidence ProgrammeSport England Market Segmentation

Include some information relating tothe importance of sport in theDistrict's economy within the FinalSustainability Appraisal Report.

Emphasis the importance of sport and sport relatedexpenditure in the West Midlands economy and includessome information form Active People and MarketSegmentation for the District.

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Comments are noted. Both sitesH058 and H064 were identifiedthrough the SHLAA process and

Objects to sites H064 and H058 being allocated forresidential development in the absence of a robust playingfield assessment. Includes an extract from Sport England'sPlaying Field policy highlighting the circumstances underwhich playing fields may come forward for development.

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have been assessed against the SAframework but were not consideredsuitable for inclusion within thePreferred Options Paper.










G Cumulative Impact Assessment

Kidderminster Central Area Action Plan, Publication Version, May 2012

The KCAAP DPD provides multiple benefits in regard to the regeneration of Kidderminsterthrough the promotion of economic growth, diversifying the economy of the town and contributingtowards raising skill levels and creating job opportunities. It also promotes non-retail activity incertain areas which will help to provide vibrancy and activity in the town. Economic growth andhousing development will lead to increased resource use, including energy, water and materials,and increased waste generation.

The KCAAP DPD will help to promote sustainable travel, concentrating services and facilitiesin a sustainable town centre location, as well as improving the quality and accessibility of theseservices for people a more accessible town, particularly in regard to pedestrian and cyclists,and as result would improve the urban environment. It supports energy efficiency and renewableenergy generation. It will also improve safety and provide high quality residential environments,promoting healthier lifestyles and creating a more attractive environment and helping to enhancethe town's heritage assets, although the level of redevelopment overall may risk adverse impactson the integrity of the historic environment. Promoting a mix of uses may lead to additionalnoise and light in the areas where growth occurs.

The DPD will improve the accessibility of The Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal and RiverStour and promote using them to create high quality environments, although this may increasethe potential impacts from noise and light pollution onto the waterside environments andassociated biodiversity. The DPD will help to improve green infrastructure provision, biodiversityhabitats and quality of life generally. Developments will provide opportunities to improve soil,water and air quality and mitigate flood risk.

Site Allocations and Policies DPD, Publication Version May 2012

The Site Allocations and Policies DPD has a largely positive impact on sustainability objectives.It will deliver development that has good access to services and facilities including schools andemployment and reduces the need to travel, enhances the public realm and provides increasedhousing and employment opportunities including additional affordable housing. This will helpto regenerate the main towns and lead to positive effects on communities and their quality oflife, and reduce pressure on road networks.

The Site Allocations and Policies DPDwill help deliver an enhanced green infrastructure network,increase the supply of energy from renewable and low-carbon sources and help to tackleinequalities in health.

However, housing and employment growth will inevitably lead to additional noise and light inthe areas where growth occurs. Concentrating this growth within the existing urban areas willprevent the spread of noise and light pollution to rural areas. Increased construction will bringan increase in greenhouse gas emissions including through embodied energy and heating,lighting and powering the building once in use as well as increased transport movements arisingfrom a greater number of people living in or accessing the District. The three towns are allsusceptible to flood risk and therefore it is essential to manage this risk and ensure that anydevelopment delivers betterment. New development will increase overall water and energyuse and waste generation, although it can be built so as to minimise these effects. Newdevelopment will put increased pressure on open space and biodiversity but can also bring


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improvements to these areas. New development could also have a detrimental impact on thehistoric environment, although good design can enhance the historic environment and the settingof Listed Buildings. However, the scale of redevelopment overall may risk adverse impacts onthe integrity of the historic environment.

The allocated sites have been chosen to minimise the impacts associated with travel. The sitesare mainly within Kidderminster and Stourport-on-Severn which are served by public transportand provide key services and facilities within walking distances in most cases. However, anumber of sites have sewerage capacity constraints which will need to be overcome. In addition,some sites have flood risk constraints which should be addressed by development. Severalsites have the potential to adversely affect wildlife. Further mitigation should be required toaddress these potential impacts.

Severn Trent Water Resources Plan 2005-2010

No cumulative impacts likely.

River Severn Catchment Flood Management Plan Summary Report December 2009


Partnership TowardsExcellence – TheSustainableCommunity Strategy forWorcestershireSecond Edition 2008 – 2013

No cumulative impacts likely

Worcestershire Integrated Passenger Transport Strategy 2007

No cumulative impacts likely

Worcestershire Economic Partnership Joint Investment Plan (2011)

The Plan recognises that for Kidderminster, there are opportunities for major new mixed usedevelopments in the town identified in the ReWyre prospectus for regeneration. The town centreis the focus of a 30 year vision to restructure the economy and revitalise the area, with a strategyin place to significantly improve retail and leisure provision and develop new office space, alliedto investment to improve the living environment. Bromsgrove Street and Worcester Street,together with the Weavers Wharf area, will be the focal point for redevelopment. There arealso major opportunities for employment development on the former British Sugar site and thewider South Kidderminster Business and Nature Park initiative, connecting the Severn ValleyRailway and the surrounding countryside to an employment location that could create up to2,000 new jobs on the strategically important Kidderminster-Stourport corridor. Plans for thefurther development of two key tourism assets - West Midlands Safari and Leisure Park andthe Severn Valley Railway – are also seen as opportunities to create new employment for thearea.

Stourport’s close proximity to Kidderminster and the importance of the South KidderminsterBusiness and Nature Park initiative means that the northern side of the town will have a keyrole to play in providing employment.


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Large scale proposed developments in Kidderminster are essential both in maintaining thetown’s status as an important employment centre and in the regeneration of the town centreand surrounding area. There are plans for major housing developments in the Churchfieldsregeneration area, which will deliver around 350 units, including a key affordable housingdevelopment of 97 units on Hurcott Road which help to unlock the wider development of thearea. There is potential to develop a further 300 houses on the former British Sugar site, whichis currently the subject of a masterplanning exercise.

There are opportunities for significant new housing development in Stourport. New housingprovision in the town is important both to strengthen its role as a local employment centre andvisitor destination, and to its strategic connection with Kidderminster (Kidderminster to Stourportemployment corridor, South Kidderminster Business and Nature Park). Bewdley also has asmaller but still important contribution to make to housing provision in Wyre Forest, with potentialfor residential development in the Load Street regeneration area.

Maintaining and improving the road network is critical to Worcestershire’s capacity toaccommodate further housing and employment growth. A substantial list of schemes are inneed of investment ranging from improvements to the motorway and major road infrastructure.This is about replacing ageing infrastructure, dealing with significant congestion problems (e.g.central Worcester, Kidderminster-Stourport corridor) and developing new infrastructure tofacilitate growth.

LTP3 includes Kidderminster Transport StrategyMajor Scheme – amajor package of investmentsincluding improvements to the town’s central road network.

Schemes in Kidderminster as part of the Wyre Forest Transport Strategy including the HooBrook link road and ring road improvements. Key schemes for Stourport include the A451/MinsterRoad junction improvement scheme and the Stourport relief road. A package of rural roadimprovements is also earmarked in the LTP3 for Wyre Forest covering the A456 (Kidderminsterto M5 Junctions 3 and 4), the A448 and A449.

LTP3 also includes railway station redevelopment or enhancement schemes in Kidderminster.Potential to better connect the Severn Valley railway to the national network has been highlightedby Wyre Forest.

The main investment schemes for Wyre Forest are:.

Creating the Conditions to Sustain and Generate Employment

South Kidderminster Business and Nature Park (Kidderminster-Stourport corridor)Kidderminster Town CentreWest Midlands Safari and Leisure ParkLoad St. regeneration area, Bewdley

Housing for All Communities

Churchfields regeneration area, KidderminsterFormer British Sugar Site, KidderminsterOther sites in Kidderminster including Wolverley ParkSteatite Way and Bewdley Road, StourportCarpets of Worth, Stourport



Parson’s Chain, StourportOther Kidderminster sites including Harriers Trading Estate, Wolverly Park, Clent AvenueSTC.4 Bridge St. Basins Link, StourportRural sites including Chaddersley Corbett, Sebright Road (Wolverly), Former Nursery Site,BlakedownBromsgrove St. foyer scheme, KidderminsterSupported affordable housing for young people with chaotic lifestylesRemodelling of housing stock for elderly peopleGypsy and traveller pitches (30 additional pitches over 5 years)Insulation grant scheme (up to 400 p.a.)Bringing empty homes back into use

Developing Worcestershire’s Infrastructure

Kidderminster Transport Strategy Major Scheme. LTP3 package may include Hoo BrookLink Road (A451), Kidderminster Town Centre Ring Road (including access to Churchfields);Stourport Relief Road; and Stourport and Bewdley package measuresKidderminster station improvement packageKidderminster Town Centre Pedestrianisation - including new bridges in Churchfields andTown CentreEnhanced Kidderminster and Stourport Bus NetworksSevern Valley Railway to national rail network, including possible halts at British Sugar andWest Midland Safari ParkImproved Kidderminster and Stourport cycling and walking linksWyre Forest Schools Review - fit for purpose school buildings - review following closureof BSFMedical - Consolidation and fit for purpose modern GP Practices including proposedreplacement/ consolidation of at least 4 practices in KidderminsterStourport Community Facilities Project - on-going review of facilitiesBewdley Community Facility Project including new arts and medical (health centre) facilitiesCivic administration - Wyre Forest District Council single site office accommodationSUDS measures for new developments

Potential Contribution to Cumulative Effects

The potential for cumulative effects arising in combination with the Site Allocations and Policiesand KCAAP DPDs arises mainly from the infrastructure projects. However, a number of theseare promoted by developments proposed within the DPDs themselves and therefore the potentialfor cumulative effects is reduced. The principal effects will be an improvement in sustainabletransport networks, air quality improvements and enhanced community facilities.

Worcestershire Local Transport Plan 3 (2011)

Recognises that on the principal road network, traffic trends indicate a slight drop in traffic overthe last couple of years. However, there are still congestion issues on Kidderminster Ring Roadand its approaches and the A448 between Kidderminster and Bromsgrove. Also notes theAQMAs at Welchgate in Bewdley Town Centre and on Kidderminster Ring Road at the Horsefair.

Sets out the transport strategy for Worcestershire and identifies a number of schemes for WyreForest District including:



The Hoobrook Link RoadKidderminster Ring Road junction and public realm improvement schemeKidderminster Station improvement schemeKidderminster town centre public realm improvement schemeKidderminster traffic and parking management studyKidderminster minor traffic improvement schemesKidderminster secure cycle parking schemeStourport A451 Minster Road/Worcester Street junction improvementsStourport Relief RoadStourport-on-Severn town centre public realm enhancements.Stourport-on-Severn traffic and parking management studyStourport-on-Severn minor transport improvement schemesStourport-on-Severn (Severnside to Areley Kings) walk/cycle bridge schemeBewdley (Welch Gate) AQMA remediation schemeBewdley town centre public realm enhancement schemeBewdley traffic and parking management studyBewdley minor traffic improvement schemesBewdley walk/cycle bridge schemeA456 Kidderminster - M5 - Junctions 3 and 4 - Inter-urban corridor maintenance andimprovementA448 - Kidderminster to Bromsgrove - Inter-urban corridor maintenance and improvementA449 - Kidderminster-Worcester - Inter-urban corridor maintenance and improvement.Blakedown - Station Enhancement SchemeStourbridge rail line enhancement scheme.

There are seven proposed major schemes in Worcestershire over the LTP3 timeframe. Theseinclude the Kidderminster Town Strategy Package Phase 1 and the Kidderminster ModalInterchange (Station redevelopment and enhancement), subject to external funding.

The SEA of LTP3 made the following assessments for these two packages.

Kidderminster Town Package

The information regarding this major scheme is limited and therefore it is largely uncertain.However it has been assumed that improved traffic management and public realm would havepositive effects on the SEA objectives related to accessibility, severance, safety, air quality andactive travel as well as cultural heritage.

Kidderminster Modal Interchange (railway station redevelopment and enhancement)

The scheme is likely to have a relatively neutral or uncertain effect on the majority of SEAobjectives. Minor positive effects are predicted for accessibility, cultural heritage, active traveland safety once operational. Negative effects are confined to the construction phase and relateto waste.


The potential for cumulative effects arising in combination with the Site Allocations and Policiesand KCAAP DPDs is uncertain. Key areas with the potential for positive effects are theimprovement of accessibility and poor air quality, and protection of cultural heritage.



Worcestershire Waste Core Strategy Submission Document (June 2011)

Identifies a number of areas of search for new facilities within the Kidderminster andStourport-on-Severn areas:

Birchen Coppice Trading EstateFinepoint Business ParkFoley Business ParkFoley Industrial EstateFormer British Sugar SiteGemini Business ParkOldington Trading EstateVale Industrial EstateHoo Farm Industrial EstateCursley Distribution ParkGreenhill Industrial EstateHartlebury Trading EstateIkon Trading Estate

In addition, Rushock Trading Estate is identified as an area of search in the Droitwich area.

A planning application has been submitted for a waste facility on the Hartlebury Trading Estate.

The WCS also contains policies to promote reuse, recycling and recovery of resources andenergy.


The potential for cumulative effects arising in combination with the Site Allocations and Policiesand KCAAP DPDs is low, as most of the sites identified above are also identified within the SiteAllocations and Policies and KCAAP DPDs for economic development. The first nine sites inthe list are within the South Kidderminster Enterprise Park (policy SAL.SK1), while RushockTrading Estate is identified for development in policy SAL.MDS1. Of the remaining sites, onlyGreenhill Industrial Estate has potential to give rise to cumulative effects, in relation to trafficon roads between the estate and Kidderminster, particularly on the A456 and A451. The WCSwill support greater resource and energy efficiency and thereby contribute to reducing greenhousegas emissions.

Worcestershire Biodiversity Action Plan (2008)

(Canals Habitat Action Plan 2010, Rivers and Streams Habitat Action Plan 2010, Urban HabitatAction Plan 2010)


Catchment Abstraction Management Strategies

(Worcestershire Middle Severn CAMS, Severn Corridor CAMS)


A Cultural Strategy for Worcestershire (2009-2013)




Worcestershire Minerals Local Plan (1997)


An Economic Strategy for Worcestershire 2010-2020 (2010)

The Worcestershire Economic Strategy covers a range of issues including:

Areas of market failure and disadvantage – Rural Regeneration ZoneConcentrations of knowledge assets – Central Technology BeltStrategic Growth Point (Impact Investment Location) – Worcester City, which is the keyeconomic development priorityTowns undergoing economic restructuring – Kidderminster, Redditch (which are thesecondary priority areas).Larger towns providing a focus for economic activity – Bromsgrove, Droitwich, MalvernMarket towns as a focus for rural regeneration – Pershore, Evesham, Bewdley, Stourport,Tenbury Wells, Upton on Severn

The Economic Vision for the next 10 years is that “In ten years time, technology-led growth willhave contributed to the sustainable development of Worcestershire and strengthened its roleas an economic driver for the region – acting as a catalyst for all sectors of the economy andareas of the County to benefit and providing well paid and highly skilled jobs and high qualityof life for residents”

Three strategic objectives:

1. To support the development of a dynamic and diverse business base through engagementwith existing businesses and encouraging growth of new businesses. The revised prioritiesidentified related to business are:

Establishing clear links with and providing sustained long term support includingleadership to strategic businesses and companies in their supply chainsDeveloping Strategic Employment Sites, particularly the Worcester Technology Park.Building on economic strengths and heritage.Providing support for business retention and new business creationSupporting key growth sectors particularly environmental technologies and tourismSupporting new business formationRetaining and developing a skilled workforce to support high tech jobs and businessesespecially future growth sectorsImproving the environmental performance of businessesWorking with employers and education providers to deliver the skills levels of theworkforce to meet future business needs, especially for growth sectors

2. Supporting the sustainable development of the county through infrastructure developmentespecially transport, and continue supporting Worcester as an accessible West MidlandsGrowth Point. Priorities under this objective are:

Implementing Worcester City's West Midlands Growth Point Status as a first priority



Developing the transport infrastructure where resources permit in line with IntegratedTransport StrategyRevitalising the rest of the county’s towns, especially Redditch and KidderminsterRegenerating the rural parts of the countyExploiting the potential of key regeneration sitesEnsuring the right supply of land and propertyDeveloping the ICT infrastructure especially the provision of Super Fast Broadbandin the countyMarketing the county and attracting inward investmentImproving resilience to the impact of climate change

3. To enhance employability levels removing barriers to employment and improving skills.The revised priorities identified are:

Supporting job creation at all levels including self employmentAddressing worklessness especially:

Reducing youth unemploymentEconomic inclusion of the most deprived communities and groups who are farthestaway from the job market

Supporting people to gain at least NVQ 2 skills including improvements to the qualityof training and education to meet employers' needsIncreasing Apprenticeships especially in Engineering and ManufacturingSupporting people who are made redundantFacilitating employer engagement with the skills agendaImproving opportunities for those who are not in Education, employment and Training(NEET), particularly around the age of 19Improving the quality of the training infrastructure


The Economic Strategy seeks to promote economic growth inter alia through increasing thebusiness base, regenerating and revitalising areas, improving infrastructure including transportinfrastructure, attracting businesses to the county and improving skills and employability. Whilethis will create jobs to benefit the population, it will also increase the demand for travel andincrease energy, water and other resource consumption and waste generation, while at thesame time the strategy aims to improve the environmental performance of businesses. Theoverall balance of effects on travel, water and energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissionsand waste generation is uncertain. Air quality may reduce through increased demand fortransport. The focus on key settlements could support increased economic activity and demandfor employment land particularly in Worcester, Redditch and Kidderminster, but also in all theother main towns. This will help to avoid impacts on ecosystems but may or may not haveadverse impacts on cultural heritage, depending on the location and quality of development.

Wyre Forest District Sustainable Community Strategy (2008)



Many key partnerships within the District have a significant impact on the implementation of thestrategy, particularly through attracting significant inward investment. These include StourportForward, Bewdley Development Trust and Kidderminster Town Centre Partnership.

According to Stourport Forward, Stourport Town Council could take over ownership andmanagement of the town’s Civic Centre. The Stourport Facilities Project Steering Group isseeking interest from local businesses, community groups and public sector bodies who maybe interested in developing the centre’s lower ground floor. The Civic group, which plans tomanage the civic hall and theatre, will continue to hold events at the facility and extend the hireand use of the hall to the community.

Bewdley Development Trust current activities (January 2012):

Asset acquisition and management

Supporting the refurbishment of St. George’s Hall and the Load Street DevelopmentSupporting the refurbishment of Wribbenhall Parish RoomsDeveloping business units

Marketing, Events promotion and Town Centre Management

Supporting Bewdley Business and Marketing PartnershipSupporting the Environment & Town Centre GroupRunning Discover Bewdley Spring and Harvest Fairs andMarketing Bewdley’s Calendarof EventsRunning the monthly Bewdley Local Produce Market

Sustainability

Promoting Low Carbon CommunitiesEncouraging the use of local woodfuelSupporting other renewable energy initiativesDelivering Selling the Wyre project to support local food and other rural businessesSupporting the development of Transition Bewdley including Land, Food and Energygroups

Kidderminster Town Centre Partnership's aims are:

To broaden the visitor offer of the town centreTo ensure the town centre offers a safe and secure retail and leisure experience to visitorsand residents alikeTo ensure the town centre offers an inviting, clean environment to be enjoyed and enhancedTo diversify and strengthen the economic base - to encourage the birth and growth of bothnew and existing business

Oldington and Foley Park Neighbourhood Management Pathfinder:

Working in the most deprived ward inWorcestershire, the Pathfinder aims to improve the qualityof life of the residents living in the area. Their aims include making the neighbourhood safer,cleaner and helping to shape services that are better joined up, more accessible and more



responsive to local needs. As a broad programme across the themes of multiple deprivation,the Pathfinder also focuses on helping residents develop their skills and employability, improvetheir health and strengthen the educational attainment of the children and young people.

Horsefair, Broadwaters and Greenhill Partnership:

This partnership was commissioned by Wyre Forest Matters to be set up to focus on the issuesof the neighbourhoods and engage residents and partners in finding solutions to them. Manyof the priorities within the Sustainable Community Strategy are shared with this partnership.


The potential for cumulative effects arising in combination with the Site Allocations and Policiesand KCAAP DPDs is limited. In Bewdley, activities are likely to help support low carbon andrenewable energy initiatives thereby limiting or reducing the emission of greenhouse gases.In Kidderminster, activities of the Town Centre Partnership will contribute to economicregeneration and improving security and cleanliness, benefitting people through access to jobsand an improved quality of life. In Oldington and Foley Park, the Pathfinder will help to improveaccess to services and jobs, enhancing skills, improving health and educational attainment andcreating safer cleaner neighbourhoods.

Wyre Forest District Air Quality Strategy (2005)

Planning and Land Use

Apply the Local Plan transport initiatives on the following themes:

Where appropriate S106 Obligations will be sought for contributions towards improved busservices, bus priority measures and upgrading of bus infrastructure.Developers will be encouraged to include cycle facilities in their proposals when submittingapplications for planning permission.Where appropriate S106 Obligations will be sought for developers to enhance pedestrianaccess to development and its surrounding environment.All major new developments that would create specific transport related problems must beaccompanied by travel plans as part of the proposals for consideration.Promote use of public transport, BQPs and other forms of sustainable transport. Continuedinvolvement in the Wyre Forest Bus Quality Partnership, Freight Quality Working Groupand Wyre Forest Cycle Forum. Work with WCC to implement LTP2 policies, in particularto improve linkages with the rail station and the town centre, and to implement cycle routesoutlined in the Wyre Forest Cycle Strategy.

Transport

Implement policies to reduce traffic demand on roads in the DistrictReduce the use of fuel by Wyre Forest District Council vehicles and implement initiativesto reduce vehicle emissionsWork with Worcestershire County Council to develop travel plans and transport strategiesSupport Council initiatives to replace existing fleet vehicles with greener alternatives whenthey need replacing.



Review taxi licensing schemes to give incentives for the use of smaller, more efficient orless polluting vehiclesSupport initiatives to remove from the road gross polluting vehicles and those without aMOT

Energy Efficiency

Review energy use in Council owned property and investigate initiatives such as thosepromoted by the Carbon Trust.Provide advice to residents about energy efficiency.Promote energy efficiency and green energy initiatives to residents and businesses withinthe District.

Industry

Enforce legislation (such as the Pollution Prevention and Control Act 1999) to control and,where possible, reduce air pollution from industrySupport appropriate business initiatives to reduce their air pollutionEncourage the adoption of environmental management systems that include workingpolicies which take air quality and pollution into accountSupport business initiatives to adopt EMAS or ISO 14001Work with business to provide advice and, where appropriate, assistance to adoptsustainable practices and reduce air pollution.

Domestic Sector

Enforce legislation (e.g. smoke nuisance under the Environmental Protection Act 1990) tocontrol and reduce air pollution from dwellingsMaintain and control all designated smoke control areas within the district under the CleanAir Act 1993.


The potential for cumulative effects arising in combination with the Site Allocations and Policiesand KCAAP DPDs is through the promotion of sustainable modes of transport and reducingprivate car use, and supporting and encouraging energy efficiency. This will lead to improvedair quality and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.

Kidderminster Regeneration Prospectus (2009)

Efforts will focus on four main ‘Action Areas’ where the majority of strategic developmentopportunities exist as follows:

A : Town Centre;

Creating a vibrant high quality mixed use town centre;Strengthening the shopping environment and pedestrian circuit by reviving WorcesterStreet;Remodelling the southern gateway by extending New Road and Green Street;Realising opportunities to deliver new homes;



Maximising the potential for sites to create a stronger and more welcoming edge to thetown centre;Recreating a stronger network of streets and spaces to improve vitality, legibility andmovement choices.

B: Comberton Hill Gateway;

Helping to develop the tourism potential of the town and establishing Kidderminster as abase for tourists;Improving transport infrastructure and the gateway to the town centre and wider district.

C: Churchfields;

A new mixed use ‘urban village’ adjacent to the town centre and Horsefair;A key role in delivering new homes

D: The former British Sugar Factory (‘The Beet’)

Establish South Kidderminster Business & Nature Park as a regionally significantdevelopment opportunity anchored by ‘the Beet’


The potential for cumulative effects arising in combination with the Site Allocations and Policiesand KCAAP DPDs is small, as the Site Allocations and Policies and KCAAP DPDs seek toimplement the development aims of the Regeneration Prospectus and will not lead to effectsin combination with it.

Core Strategy (2006-2026), Wyre Forest District Council, December 2010

1. Development objectives include:2. To provide a range of high-quality, highly energy efficient, market and affordable housing

options for residents of all ages and needs to achieve sustainable communities.3. To diversify and grow the District’s economy, emphasising the development of the service

sector, high tech industry and sustainable tourism.4. Continue to develop Kidderminster as the strategic centre for the District and beyond and

to maintain the important roles of Stourport-on-Severn and Bewdley as market towns.5. Safeguard and enhance natural resources, minimise waste and increase recycling,

especially the re-use of land and buildings.6. Ensure the District is equipped to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change by

ensuring that future developments are low or zero-carbon and that they do not increaseflood risk to new and existing property.

7. Improve the District’s air quality, particularly in the town centre areas of Kidderminster,Stourport-on-Severn and Bewdley.

8. Support the development of an accessible, integrated, sustainable transport networkthrough new and existing developments to provide attractive alternatives for all residentsand visitors and promote sustainable freight transport.

The Core Strategy seeks to:

Ensure that new development does not exacerbate flood risk within the District.



Address the low uptake of renewable energy schemes and domestic micro-generation.Overcome the District's reliance on the private motor car as the preferred mode of traveland providing sustainable transport choice.Delivering higher levels of affordable housing across the District.Ensuring that development continues to be deliverable on brownfield sites to assist withthe regeneration of Kidderminster and Stourport-on-Severn.Address the need to provide strategic infrastructure to support diversification andregeneration, particularly within the Kidderminster area.

The Core Strategy provides for 4000 net additional dwellings to 2026, and 44 ha of employmentland for the long term. It also provides for 25,000 sq m of comparison retailing, and 40,000 sqm of office space.

New development will be concentrated on brownfield sites within the urban areas of Kidderminsterand Stourport-on-Severn. Limited opportunities for development to meet local needs will beidentified on brownfield sites in Bewdley and within the rural settlements. Development in theopen countryside will be closely controlled to safeguard the integrity of the District's Green Beltand landscape character.

Preference will be given to the following sequential approach to the allocation and subsequentphased release of sites:

1. Key regeneration sites within the Kidderminster Central Area Action Plan (KCAAP)boundary.

2. Other major (>1 ha) brownfield sites within Kidderminster and Stourport-on-Severn urbanareas.

3. Smaller infill brownfield sites within Kidderminster, Stourport-on-Severn and Bewdley.4. Brownfield sites within the rural settlements.

Kidderminster will meet 60% of the housing requirement and all of the comparison retail andlarge office space requirements.

Possibly the most important site to be allocated under this DPD with regard to the regenerationof Kidderminster is the former British Sugar site. This site provides a large opportunity to providenew industry and employment opportunities. However, due to viability concerns it may benecessary to consider a mixed use including a significant area of residential. Joined togetherwith the Stourport Road Employment Corridor and the other surrounding industrial estates, theformer British Sugar site will help form the District's largest employment area.

Up to 44 hectares of employment land will be brought forward in the period up to 2026 in linewith Policy DS01: Development Locations. Major new employment development will be locatedwithin the urban area of Kidderminster, particularly within the Stourport Road EmploymentCorridor (SREC). All future employment development within the urban areas will be on previouslydeveloped land and should be located in highly accessible locations. A portfolio of employmentsites for a range of businesses (B1, B2 and B8)(26) will be provided in terms of location, sizeand quality. The development of small-scale businesses and starter units will be particularlyencouraged.

New development for retail and commercial uses should follow a sequential approach and bedirected to Kidderminster town centre, as the strategic centre in the District, in the first instance.



For new office development the focus will be on Kidderminster and the following sequentialapproach:

Brownfield - In centreBrownfield - Edge-of-centreSRECOther allocated employment areas

All new development proposals within the District must demonstrate how they reduce theirimpact on the environment. The design, layout, siting, orientation, construction method andmaterials used should seek to maximise energy conservation and efficiency.

A minimum of 10% of the energy requirements of majornew developments should be met on-sitefrom low or zero-carbon energy sources. Consideration should be given to the use of combinedheat and power systems on larger sites, particularly on industrial sites or sites of new communityinfrastructure.

The following strategic transport infrastructure schemes will be sought to support regenerationduring the plan period:

Provision of a new Kidderminster Railway Station building and improved access for allmodes of transport to the station facilities.Connection of the Severn Valley Railway line to the national rail network at KidderminsterStation to facilitate improved accessibility to the tourism attractions of the West MidlandsSafari Park, Bewdley and the Wyre Forest.Improvements to facilitate the multi-modal use of Kidderminster Ring Road and to enhanceaccessibility to the town centre and in particular pedestrian access.Provision of a new A451/A449 Hoobrook link road to facilitate the Stourport RoadEmployment Corridor.Provision of a Stourport Relief Road as a longer term scheme for delivery later on in theplan period during 2021-2026.

Contributions towards these strategic transport infrastructure schemes will be sought frommajordevelopment proposals throughout the plan period. Future development proposals that willinclude part of an identified strategic transport route or transport infrastructure, must be designedto accommodate this provision and reserve the land required for the scheme.

Sustainable transport links and infrastructure to promote ease of access to the Wyre Forest,Bewdley, West Midlands Safari Park and Kidderminster Railway Station will be sought.


The planned housing development and economic growth in the District will support opportunitiesfor new jobs and more affordable housing in Wyre Forest, leading to positive effects forcommunities. It is also likely to lead to increased consumption of resources, increased wastegeneration and increased greenhouse gas emissions, and may contribute to reduced air qualityfrom higher levels of traffic. However, the Core Strategy gives significant support to the use ofsustainable transport, renewable energy and recycling, CHP use in new developments andsiting development in accessible locations, which will help to offset these potential negativeeffects. The Core Strategy will also help to safeguard greenfield land, thereby largely protectingecosystems, but with an uncertain effect on cultural heritage.



Notwithstanding this assessment, the Core Strategy will not give rise to cumulative impacts incombination with the Site Allocations and Policies and KCAAP DPDs, as these DPDs seek toprovide development sites to implement the provisions of the Core Strategy.

Draft Core Strategy 2, Bromsgrove District Council, January 2011

The Draft Core Strategy 2 aims to provide 4000 dwelling units by 2021 and 26ha of employmentland by 2026. The Council’s Strategic Housing Land Availability Assessment identifies thatthere are insufficient amounts of brownfield land available to meet these targets and greenfielddevelopment will be required. Areas of potential growth are identified on the key diagram onthe northern, western and southeastern fringes of Bromsgrove, on the outskirts of Redditch,and in Hagley, Catshill, Barnt Green, Alvechurch and Wythall.

A large site is identified at Hagley, located to the south of Kidderminster Road (A456) and tothe west of the A491 and is almost 22 hectares. It is predominantly agricultural land with someresidential development to the southern end of the site. It is considered that this site couldprovide a sustainable mixed use development comprising community leisure, employment andresidential development, with a minimum of 219 dwellings. The site is located close to an AirQuality Management Area (AQMA) at Kidderminster Road, Hagley. The design of any newdevelopment will need to take the existence of the AQMA into full consideration to avoid anyadditional adverse impact.

A sustainable urban extension is proposed around the west and north of Bromsgrove Town.The urban extension contains three development opportunities: Norton Farm, BirminghamRoad;Perryfields Road; Whitford Road. Individually and collectively these are of such scale andsignificance that they are central to the success of the Core Strategy. They will consist of aminimum of 1850 dwellings, 5 hectares of employment land, local centre(s) and retail andcommunity facilities.

Other housing development sites includeWagon works/St Godswalds Road. This developmentsite is located south of existing residential development at Scaife Road, south/west of StGodwalds Road and in relative close proximity to Bromsgrove railway station. This site comprisesalmost 8 hectares of land currently used for grazing purposes. The maximum capacity is 212dwellings.

Economic growth will primarily be focused on Bromsgrove Town and Longbridge. Bromsgrovewill maintain low levels of unemployment by providing a range of jobs in various sectors, withgrowth primarily focussed on knowledge based industries and high tech manufacturing situatedat the Bromsgrove Technology Park and at Longbridge.

Outside the Town Centre and Longbridge, employment growth is expected to be providedprimarily in existing industrial estates and business parks, often located close to motorwayjunctions. These include Bromsgrove Technology Park, which has been established but is notyet operating at full capacity.

All major developments:

will be accessible by safe and sustainable modes of transport;will support increased public transport usage and;will incorporate proposals to increase the scope for walking and cycling in a safeenvironment.



Sustainable travel will be promoted by improving pedestrian priority, linkages and mobility withinand across the Town Centre; improving pedestrian and cycle linkages between BromsgroveRailway Station and the Town Centre, and improving key junctions including BirminghamRoad/Stourbridge Road. Significant improvements in public transport, will be encouragedparticularly to bus services in order to provide an integrated and regular bus service which willconnect new and existing residential areas to the Railway Station, with the Town Centre actingas the focal transport hub.

Opportunities will also be encouraged in new schemes to mitigate against and adapt to theeffects of climate change, for example, renewable energy and recycling.

The Council will deliver climate resilient developments with low impact on the climate through:

Ensuring developments are located away from high risk areas (e.g. floodplain, areas thathave high risks of fire and subsidence).Ensuring developments are in locations well-served by public/ sustainable transport andexisting local facilities and infrastructure.Ensuring the construction and design of developments follow the energy and wastemanagement hierarchies.Supporting developments to incorporate zero or low carbon energy generation technologies,especially for developments in the rural areas.Where there is a firm delivery plan of such schemes, developments nearby are expectedto provide infrastructure/ to connect to the zero/ low-carbon energy scheme.


There is the potential for development at Hagley to give rise to cumulative effects in combinationwith proposed developments at Blakedown. The A456 between Blakedown and Hagley is notedin the LTP3 as being susceptible to congestion of varying severity. In addition, KidderminsterRoad in Hagley has recently been designated an AQMA. Development at Blakedown shouldbe required to demonstrate no adverse impact on air quality and congestion on the A456.

SouthWorcestershire Development Plan PreferredOptions, Malvern Hills District Council,Worcester City Council and Wychavon District Council, September 2011

Worcester city will act as the sub-regional focus for housing and employment developmentneeds in the longer term and the principal settlement with respect to meeting retailing, leisureand commercial needs. Development beyond Worcester, the main and other towns will belimited to that necessary to meet local needs associated with the rural areas.

New development should be located in accordance with the following settlement hierarchy:

Worcester will be the focus for strategic housing and employment development and citycentre development.Malvern, Droitwich Spa, Evesham provide a comprehensive range of local services forresidents and surrounding rural areas, and offer numerous employment opportunities. Anumber of the larger allocations for employment and housing are proposed.TenburyWells, Upton-upon-Severn, Pershore provide a range of services and employmentopportunities for rural hinterlands and act as local service centres.



Development throughout the rural areas will be smaller scale and limited to meet local needs.Development within the open countryside (beyond development boundaries) will be strictlycontrolled.

The total amount of development will be as follows.

Table G.0.1 Development Allocations

Employment land (ha)Dwellings (no.)District

1248402Worcester City

1467803Wychavon District

394156Malvern Hills District

30920361Total for South Worcestershire

The majority of development for Wychavon and Malvern Hills Districts is to be focused withinthe towns of Droitwich Spa, Evesham, Malvern and Pershore. A number of urban extensionsare necessary for all these towns. The remaining development will be accommodated throughsmaller site allocations within the development boundaries of the towns.

The Worcester Transport Strategy as set out in the Worcestershire Local Transport Plan 3 isconsidered essential to deliver sustainable growth. Proposals must demonstrate that the locationfor development will minimise demand for travel, offer genuine sustainable travel choices,improve road safety and support the delivery of Local Transport Plan Objectives. Travel Planswill be required for all sites of 10 or more units. These must set out measures to reduce thedemand for travel by private cars and stimulate cycling, walking and public transport.

Urban transport packages for the towns of Malvern, Tenbury Wells, Upton-upon-Severn,Pershore, Evesham and Droitwich Spa as identified within the Worcestershire Local TransportPlan 3 will be prioritised.


The planned housing development and economic growth in Worcester, Malvern Hills andWychavon are unlikely to lead to cumulative effects in combination with development proposedin the Site Allocations and Policies and KCAAP DPDs .

Halesowen Area Action Plan Preferred Options, January 2012

The objectives for Halesowen Town Centre include:

Land Use

To maintain and build upon Halesowen Town Centre’s recognised role in providing for localneeds in an accessible and sustainable way by providing appropriate day-to-day shoppingfacilities and other suitably scaled town centre land uses such as employment, housing,leisure, entertainment, culture and tourism.To provide for and safeguard ease of movement, particularly for pedestrians and cyclists,to and within the town centre;Dudley Council will seek to ensure that Halesowen continues to enjoy the social andeconomic benefits to be gained from the town's successful and diverse range of education



facilities, and will encourage appropriate improvements to town centre facilities andinfrastructure in this regard;

Nature Conservation

To capitalise on Halesowen's unique natural assets by protecting, improving access to andenhancing the River Stour, its bank-side habitats and other green open spaces andinfrastructure leading to and within the town centre for people and nature;To enhance the town’s natural assets by bringing them into active use for everyone toenjoy;To strengthen the town’s evening economy by providing more family orientated culturaland leisure activities.

Halesowen Town Centre should complement Brierley Hill's role as Dudley Borough's strategiccentre, and it thus remains important that Halesowen continues to serve as a town centrecatering for the largely day to day shopping needs of its local community and hinterland.

Development adjacent or in close proximity to the River Stour will be expected to enhance theriver and its setting, improve access to and along the river, guard against adding to flood risk,and safeguard and enhance biodiversity.

The design and layout of new development will be required to take into consideration surfacewater issues, and to mitigate for such problems that may arise such as surface water run offand flooding.

The town centre must also continue to provide the necessary supporting services andinfrastructure, including public transport facilities, walking and cycling infrastructure and publiclyavailable car parks. It is important that there is a good public transport, walking and cyclingnetwork to develop sustainable connectivity supporting all developments in the area. DudleyCouncil will continue to develop and manage the highway network to improve access to thetown centre.


The planned housing development and economic growth in Halesowen are unlikely to lead tocumulative effects in combination with development proposed in the Site Allocations and Policiesand KCAAP DPDs .

Stourbridge Area Action Plan, Publication Stage, March 2012

Aims include:

To enable the "rediscovery" of the River Stour by increasing its visibility and returning it toa more natural state, and by providing continuous footpath and cycleway linkages alongits length, and between the river and the town centre core.To protect and enhance the wildlife, biodiversity and geological value of Stourbridge bysubstantially improving the cleanliness and nature conservation value of the watercoursesand significantly upgrading an ecologically functional, green wildlife corridor along the RiverStour and Stourbridge Branch Canal corridor.To contribute to mitigating the causes and effects of climate change by shaping developmentand providing opportunities so as to promote sustainable travel choices, improve air qualityand minimise the use of non-renewable energy resources.



To protect and enhance the locally distinctive character of Stourbridge with reference toits historic environment and cultural and built heritage, including the historic canalside atStourbridge Wharf, and where appropriate, to foster this heritage to enhance Stourbridge'srole as a visitor destination.To enhance the vitality and viability of the town centre, by supporting the establishment ofa major food retail store, facilitating a vibrant night time economy, supporting the provisionof an outdoor market and helping to facilitate improvements which allow for an enhancedshopper experience within an improved townscape, with an emphasis on pedestrianaccessibility and permeability.To provide for ease of movement, particularly for less mobile persons, pedestrians andcyclists within the plan area through the integration of a network of well connected anddirect pathways and spaces and by helping to promote and facilitate Stourbridge as a "cyclefriendly town".To facilitate and shape housing led regeneration on the Opportunity Sites, focused on theRiver Stour and Stourbridge Branch Canal Corridor, and to ensure the delivery of a rangeof types and tenures of new homes to meet the needs of the local community and to retainand attract professional, managerial and entrepreneurial households.To ensure that existing businesses, which are viable and offer employment opportunities,continue to thrive, and that planned development around them is complementary and notdetrimental to their continued viability.To provide space for new employment opportunities, particularly with regard to the promotionof creative industry and those employment activities which are locally distinctive and/orassociated with high/green technologies.

The amount of additional retail and office floorspace (gross) which will be allowable within thetown centre within the plan period, unless any floorspace in excess of this can be demonstratedto meet the exception criteria set out in adopted Black Country Core Strategy (February 2011)Policy CEN4, and subject to a review when required, are:

Office (B1a Use) floorspace = 5,000 square metresConvenience retail floorspace = 3,900 square metresComparison retail floorspace = 6,800 square metres

The extension of the Crystal Leisure Centre and Stourbridge Town Hall will be supported, alongwith their role as town centre community and leisure facilities.

The re-use of the upper floors of premises within the town centre, particularly for residentialpurposes or business/office uses, will be encouraged through flexibility in the application ofguidance and standards relating to amenity and parking provision.

The majority of new housing development will be concentrated within, and focused towardsexisting industrial areas on the northern edge of Stourbridge Town Centre. This should reflectthe needs of the community and secure a mixed and balanced community

It is important to encourage high quality, modern, future growth sector businesses to the planarea (such as green energy companies), and ensure that viable existing businesses continueto thrive, in order to help support and maintain local job opportunities. Mixed use developmentwill be encouraged within the plan area. Of particular importance, will be mixed use developmentwhich help to support local job creation opportunities and creative industries locally-distinctive



to Stourbridge, and which help stimulate the vitality and viability of the town centre core andhelp attract inward investment, or which encourage locally distinctive and green technologyindustries within the plan area such as companies specialising in renewable energy technologies.


The planned housing development and economic growth in Stourbridge could lead to cumulativeeffects in combination with development proposed at the Lea Castle Hospital site. TheWorcestershire LTP3 identifies the A451 between Kidderminster and Stourbridge as beingsubject to congestion of varying degrees of severity, and therefore it is recommended thatdevelopment at the Lea Castle Hospital site should be required to demonstrate no significantadverse effect on the road network.

Shropshire Local Development Framework Adopted Core Strategy, Shropshire CountyCouncil, March 2011

Site Allocations and Management of Development Preferred Options, March 2012

Objectives include:

Develop the roles of Shrewsbury as a sub-regional centre, and Shropshire’s Market Townsand Key Centres as more sustainable and self sufficient settlements, providing the mainfocus for new housing, employment and infrastructure development and the preferredlocation for a range of services and facilities to serve the wider needs of their respectivehinterlands.Rebalance rural communities through the delivery of local housing and employmentopportunities appropriate to the role, size and function of each settlement, or group ofsettlements, ensuring that development delivers community benefit.Provide and maintain a sufficient and appropriate supply of housing land in sustainablelocations, prioritising the use of brownfield sites, where available, and taking into accountthe availability and capacity of existing and proposed infrastructure.Promote sustainable economic development and growth by providing a flexible andresponsive supply of employment land and premises, and the development of further/highereducation and training opportunities, to support business development, satisfy the changingneeds and demands of the Shropshire economy, promote inward investment, and helpgenerate skilled, well paid employment opportunities. The eastern area (including Bridgnorthand Highley) could deliver 13ha of employment land. The southern area (including CleoburyMortimer) could deliver 18ha of employment land.Support the improvement of Shropshire’s transport system in a sustainable and integratedway and locate development to improve accessibility by quality public transport, cyclingand walking, help reduce car dependency and the impact of traffic on local communitiesand the environment.Promote a low carbon Shropshire, delivering development which mitigates, and adapts to,the effects of climate change, including flood risk, by promoting more responsible transportand travel choices, more efficient use of energy and resources, the generation of energyfrom renewable sources, and effective and sustainable waste management.



Bridgnorth will provide a focus for development within the constraints of its location on the edgeof the Green Belt and on the River Severn. It should deliver 598 new dwellings in the periodto 2026.

Highley and Cleobury Mortimer will have development that balances environmental constraintswith meeting local needs. Highley should deliver 30 new dwellings to 2026, and CleoburyMortimer should deliver 88.

Shrewsbury, the strategic centre, will be the preferred location for major comparison retail, largescale office and other uses attracting large numbers of people. Market Towns includingBridgnorth will act as principal centres to serve local needs and the wider service and employmentneeds of communities within their respective spatial zones. The Key Centres including CleoburyMortimer and Highley will act as district centres within their respective spatial zones, servingthe needs of their immediate rural hinterlands.

Support will be given to appropriate regeneration schemes and tourism development proposalsthat seek to enhance the economic, social and cultural value of canals and heritage railwaysincluding the Severn Valley Railway.


The potential for cumulative effects arising in combination with the Site Allocations and Policiesand KCAAP DPDs is low, given the scale of development proposed in areas adjoining WyreForest District. However, there may be positive cumulative effects in the support given to tourismand regeneration proposals for the Severn Valley Railway, benefitting the population throughincreased access to jobs and reducing pressure on the road networks.

South Staffordshire Core Strategy Proposed Changes, February 2012

Objectives include:

To ensure the delivery of a minimum of 644 decent homes for members of the communityincluding the provision of affordable homes which match in type, tenure and size the needsof the residents of South Staffordshire and to meet the needs of an ageing population.To meet local housing and employment needs in a way that enables the existing villageswithin South Staffordshire to develop in a sustainable way that secures their future viabilityand prosperity, and supports the regeneration of rural communities.To support the urban regeneration of the Black Country Major Urban Area by distributingnew housing and employment growth within South Staffordshire in a way that supportsexisting local communities and in particular discourages out-migration from the BlackCountry Major Urban Area.To reduce the need to travel, to secure improvements to public transport infrastructure andservices and make it safer and easier for the community to travel to jobs and key servicesby sustainable forms of transport, such as public transport, walking and cycling.

Main Service Villages including Kinver will be the main focus for housing growth, employmentdevelopment and service provision. Village centres will be the focus for new shopping andsmall scale office development to maintain their vitality and viability. Kinver will be required todeliver at least 91 new dwellings between 2006 and 2028.



The Council will support development or other initiatives where they protect, conserve andenhance the District’s natural and heritage assets including ecological networks internationally,nationally and locally important designations. Such assets include Kinver Edge. Particularsupport will be given to initiatives to improve the natural environment where it is poor andincrease the overall biodiversity of the District including the development of green infrastructurelinks and to improve the historic environment where it is identified as at risk. There is thepotential for links with Kingsford Country Park in Wyre Forest District.

Proposals for new canalside facilities such as moorings, service facilities and marinas will besupported where they conserve and enhance the scenic and wildlife value of canals conservetheir heritage and enhance their recreation and tourism value.

The Council will also support proposals for the enhancement of blue corridors such as canals,rivers, and other watercourses and promote the maintenance of undeveloped buffer zonesalong the banks of watercourses. Proposals to enhance the biodiversity value of the greeninfrastructure network providing opportunities for habitat creation and linkages

will also be supported.


The potential for cumulative effects arising in combination with the Site Allocations and Policiesand KCAAP DPDs is low, given the scale of development proposed in areas adjoining WyreForest District. However, there is potential for beneficial cumulative effects on the Kinver EdgeSSSI, Kingsford Country Park and the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal under policySAL.UP5.

Assessment of Cumulative Impacts Effects of the KCAAP DPD

The groupings of sites in the following table has been made on the basis that the location ofthe sites gives rise to the potential for cumulative impacts. Sites have been grouped as follows.

Churchfields:

Policy 20 Grasmere CloseH054 (EMP 5.2) Georgian Carpets, Clensmore StreetPolicy 22 Former Sladen SchoolH053 (EMP 5.1) Churchfields Business Park, Clensmore StreetH148: CMS Car Showroom, ChurchfieldsH070 (EMP 13.2) Lime Kiln Bridge, Clensmore StreetPolicy 25 Crossley ParkPolicy 26 Horsefair

Eastern Gateway:

H052: Kidderminster Market Auctions, Comberton PlacePolicy 27 Comberton Hill AreaPolicy 28 Kidderminster Railway StationH039: Comberton PlacePolicy 30 Comberton IslandH025: KTC3 Worcester Street



Policy 31 Bromsgrove Street AreaPolicy 32 Worcester Street Retail DevelopmentPolicy 33 Lion StreetH146: Cheshires Site, Coventry StreetPolicy 34 Waterloo Street Area

Western Gateway:

H047 (EMP 7.1) Industrial Estate, Park StreetH026: Rock Works, Park LanePolicy 35 Park Street Industrial Estate & Rock WorksH027: Timber Yard, Park LanePolicy 36 Park Lane CanalsidePolicy 37 Weavers Wharf

Castle Wharf and Heritage Processions:

H098: Carters, New RoadH113: Netto, New RoadH135: Bed City MCF Complex, New RoadPolicy 38 Castle WharfPolicy 39 Mill Street Mixed Use AreaPolicy 40 Civic SpacesPolicy 41 Street ImprovementsPolicy 42 Heritage ProcessionsH073: Frank Stones, Green StreetH083: Depot, Green StreetPolicy 45 Bus Depot

Cumulative Effectsof KCAAP

Developments

Castle Wharf andHeritage

Processions

Western Gateway,Mill Street andTown Centre

Eastern GatewayChurchfieldsSAObjective

+Developments will belocated with good

access to healthcare

+Development will belocated with good






+Likely to create a highquality residential

environment and mayimprove access tohealthcare facilities.

1

facilities and are likelyto create high quality

residentialenvironments.

facilities and is likelyto create high quality






++Mixed uses and

access to town centreand station will

improve access toservices and facilities.

++Mixed uses and

access to town centrewill improve access toservices and facilities.

++Mixed uses andaccess to town

centre will improveaccess to services

and facilities.

++Mixed uses and

access to town centreand station will

improve access toservices and facilities.

++Mixed uses and accessto town centre willimprove access to

services and facilities.

2

++Likely to significantlyimprove the quality

and range of housing,including affordable

housing.

+Likely to improve thequality and range ofhousing, includingaffordable housing.



++Likely to significantlyimprove the quality andrange of housing,including affordable

housing.

3




Developments


Processions



+Improved residentialenvironments andenhancements to

+Improved residentialenvironments andenhancements to

+Improved residentialenvironments andbetter access to

+Improved residentialenvironments willenhance residents’

quality of life.

+Improved residentialenvironments willenhance residents’

quality of life.

4

green infrastructuregreen infrastructuregreen space willenhance residents’

quality of life.

will enhanceresidents’ quality of

life.

will enhanceresidents’ quality of

life.

++Likely to improve

public safety throughdesign of

developments.

++Likely to improve

public safety throughdesign.

++Likely to improve


++Likely to improve


++Likely to improve publicsafety through design.

5

+Waste minimisationand recycling will be a

feature ofdevelopment.



+Waste minimisationand recycling will be

a feature ofdevelopment.





6

++Developments will be

required toincorporate energy

++All developments will

be required toincorporate energy

++All developments will

be required toincorporate energy

++Developments will berequired to incorporateenergy efficiency andrenewable energy

generation.

++Developments will berequired to incorporateenergy efficiency andrenewable energy

generation.

7

efficiency andrenewable energy

generation.


generation.


generation.

++The location of

developments willenable very good

++Development willenable very goodaccess to servicesand facilities by footand public transport.

++Development willenable very goodaccess to servicesand facilities by footand public transport.

++Development willenable very good

access to services andfacilities by foot andpublic transport.

++Development willenable very good

access to services andfacilities by foot andpublic transport.

8

access to servicesand facilities by foot

Station improvementswill promote publictransport use.

and public transport.Station improvementswill promote publictransport use.

+Some opportunitiesare likely to arise withdevelopments toimprove soil, waterand air quality.

+Development is likely

to provide anopportunity to

remediate any soiland groundwatercontamination.

+The environment and

quality of thewaterways in the

area are likely to beimproved.

0Unlikely to significantlyaffect air, water and

soil.

++Air quality should beimproved through

development, notablyfor the AQMA.

9

+A significant numberof development sitesare affected by flood

+All 8 sites contain

flood zones 3 and/or2. Flood risk is

+One site includes

flood zones 2 and 3.Flood risk is requiredto be appropriately

mitigated.

++Sites are not in flood

risk areas.

+Three sites include

flood risk zones, one ofwhich includes zone 3.Development shouldprovide opportunitiesto reduce flood risk.

10

risk, but risks arerequired to beappropriatelyrequired to be

appropriatelymitigated.

mitigated and somedevelopments mayprovide opportunitiesto reduce flood risk.

++Developments arelikely to significantly

improve thetownscape.





++Developments likely tosignificantly improvethe townscape.

++Development provides

opportunities tosignificantly improvethe townscape.

11




Developments


Processions



+Development at somesites are required tomake enhancements

+Improvements togreen and blueinfrastructure are

likely to help supportbiodiversity gains.

+Improvements togreen and blueinfrastructure arelikely to supportbiodiversity gains.

0No impacts likely.

+Potential to improveSpecial Wildlife Site,and policy within theCore Strategy requires

development to

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to green and blueinfrastructure, and this

enhance biodiversityespecially along theriver and canal.

is likely to helpsupport some

biodiversity gains.

++Historic assets andtheir settings will be

improved.


improved.


improved.


improved.


improved.

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++All developments bartwo are on brownfield

land.

++All developments areon brownfield land.



++Most of the

development will be onbrownfield land.

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++Significant

contribution to theregeneration ofKidderminster.

++Significant


++Significant


++Significant contributionto the regeneration of

Kidderminster.

++Significant contributionto the regeneration of

Kidderminster.

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+Development willincorporate climatechange mitigation

measures.


measures.


measures.


measures.


measures.

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0/xSignificant impactsare unlikely, although

there is some0/xSignificant impactsare unlikely, although

there is some

0Unlikely to

significantly affectnoise and light levels.

0Impacts are unlikely.

0/xSignificant impacts areunlikely, although thereis some potential forincreased noise andlight on a wildlife site.

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potential for increasednoise and light on two

potential for increasednoise and light on a

wildlife site.

wildlife sites.However policy in theSite Allocations andPolicies DPD requires

development toprotect and enhance

biodiversity ondesignated sites.

0Unlikely to

significantly affectskills levels

0Unlikely to


0Unlikely to


0Unlikely to significantlyaffect skills levels

0Unlikely to significantlyaffect skills levels

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+The DPD provides

some opportunities forcivic involvement inN/AN/AN/A

+Opportunities for civic

involvement

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Churchfields, butoverall opportunitiesare likely to be limited.

++/xDevelopment will giverise to some loss ofexisting business

++/xLoss of existing

retailers and councildepot, but also

++/xSome loss of existingbusinesses, but alsosupports additionalretail and officedevelopment.

++/xSome loss of existingbusinesses, but alsosupports additionalretail and officedevelopment.

+/xSome loss of existingbusinesses, but alsonew office and retail

development.

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premises, but theDPD also supports

supports new office,workshop and light

industrialdevelopment.




Developments


Processions



Improved rail facilitieswill support economic

growth.

additional retail, officeand light industrialdevelopment.

Improved rail facilitieswill support economic

growth.

0No impact likely.

0No impact likely.

0No impact likely.

0No impact likely.

0No impact likely.

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Wyre Forest District Council

LOCAL DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Planning Policy, Wyre Forest District CouncilWorcestershire Hub, Town Hall, Vicar Street, Kidderminster, Worcs. DY10 1DB

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