The Local Development Framework (LDF) will contain supplementary planning documents (SPDs).
These do not form part of the statutory development plan, but provide advice and guidance on the implementation of policies and proposals contained in the development plan either in the Unitary Development Plan that provides the current statutory planning framework for the Borough, or in the Development Plan Documents that will replace the Unitary Development Plan .
They will be reviewed annually as part of the annual monitoring report.
The following documents are now available:
Residential Development Standards – sets out guidance for detailed implementation of policies relating to residential development; guides developers on achieving good quality design in new developments.
Shopfront design guide - seeks to promote good design in order to assist in the conservation and enhancement of the character and appearance of commercial areas and streetscapes
Conservation area guidance - some conservation areas have specific guidance on alterations which require planning permission. See the conservation area section of the site for further details.
The following documents are currently being developed as part of the LDF:
Planning Obligations SPD – will provide practical guidance and advice on matters relating to planning obligations.
Bromley Road / Southend SPD - will provide guidance for future development as well a baseline document for any future locality base regeneration in the area.