4 POLICIES and PROJECTS

4.1 Introduction to the WNP policies

4.1.1 In the previous Section 3 we have set out the overall Vision for the WNP area as a whole. This Section 4 covers the policies through which we will deliver the Vision and which will apply to the whole area. In the main, they are general policies which cover common THEMES and key objectives across the whole WNP area. These are followed by policies for a specific PLACE.

4.1.2 The THEMES are:

Natural Environment (including Open Space)
Appearance (including Character, Heritage, Design and Views)
Getting Around
Housing and Community
Working and Shopping

The PLACE policy is specific to the former Imperial House Alma Road site.

4.1.3 Each POLICY chapter is laid out in the same way for ease of understanding as follows:

OBJECTIVE: reference to applicable key objectives
CONTEXT: an introduction to the issues or opportunity the policy seeks to address
POLICY: the policy wording that shall apply to planning applications
REASONED JUSTIFICATION: this sets out the rationale for the policy approach and cites relevant evidence and guidance to aid the applicant and decision makers

PROJECTS: Where issues or opportunities cannot be addressed through planning policy, this plan identifies in Section 11 (Delivery and Implementation Plan) some separate projects and infrastructure items which might be followed up during the plan period.

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