Residential Design - Policy RD1: New Residential Developments

Policy RD1 – New residential developments Planning permission will be granted for new residential development where it is in accordance with general urban design policies and where it is demonstrated that the proposal: a. Will not create conflict with adjacent land uses, remaining in conformity with the character of any established residential areas (see appendix B); b. Does not unduly affect the privacy or amenity of neighbouring residents, including overlooking, loss of light, overshadowing, dominance, noise or other disturbance; c. Makes provision for, or is, accessible and convenient to public transport and walking and cycling infrastructure; d. Provides appropriate open space; e. Keeps hard surfacing to a minimum; f. Creates a quality and sustainable residential environment in accordance with the space standards set out in appendix C; g. Does not contain any units which are wholly in the rear of the property without direct, safe and secure access from the public street; and h. Ensures that living rooms, kitchens and bedrooms have access to natural light. For new-build apartment developments over 30 units, in addition to the above criteria, planning permission will be granted where: i. Management arrangements are in place to ensure a positive and safe living environment for occupants; j. Entrance lobbys and communal spaces are appropriate in scale; k. Apartments contain designated internal storage space separate to areas containing boilers and other utility infrastructure;