Holistic approach to tall building location and siting

From the outset, a holistic approach should be advocated in the location and siting of tall buildings in line with those principles advocated within DES2 'Masterplanning approach for major development' SPG. This is to ensure that a site of an appropriate size is available which is commensurate with the height, scale and massing of development proposed. Establishing an appropriate height, scale and massing for taller buildings within the city will be best achieved when they respect established building heights and provide an appropriate transition towards lower scale developments and open spaces that surround them.