Local Plan Main Modifications Consultation
Policy SP6: Land at former Chuter Ede Education Centre
| Local Plan page number | Policy or paragraph Local Plan | Proposed Change | Justification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 | SP6: Criterion 2 |
2. The loss of playing field land shall be mitigated [removed] replaced [added] in accordance with an agreed mitigation strategy and contributions sought for the enhancement of playing pitches and facilities on playing field land to the south of Chuter Ede. |
Consistency with national policy |
| 44 | SP6: Criterion 5 |
Proposals must be supported by a site-specific transport assessment, with particular focus on Benton Road, Galsworthy Road, Boldon Lane, New Road and the Tileshed and [added] Boldon Level Crossings [added] along with the importance of active travel links and public transport connections. |
Effective |
| 45 | SP6: Paragraph 5.13 |
Playing field land which is lost to development should be fully replaced through an agreed mitigation strategy and informed by the most up to date Playing Pitch Strategy and discussions with Sport England. The Council has identified land at Temple Park Junior School, as identified in Policy SP23 (5, iii), as the primary site for playing field mitigation lost due to development of this site. [added] Contributions will also [added] be sought to support the [added] enhancement of retained [added] playing field land and facilities on [added] land to the [added] south of Chuter Ede. |
Effective |
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What are the tests of soundness and legal compliance?
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Legal compliance
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Soundness
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• Positively prepared – the plan should be prepared based on a strategy which seeks to meet objectively assessed development and infrastructure requirements, including unmet requirements from neighbouring authorities where it is reasonable to do so and consistent with achieving sustainable development.
• Justified – the plan should be the most appropriate strategy, when considered against the reasonable alternatives, based on proportionate evidence.
• Effective – the plan should be deliverable over its period and based on effective joint working on cross-boundary strategic priorities, and
• Consistent with national policy – the plan should enable the delivery of sustainable development in accordance with the policies in the NPPF.