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Policy SD1 - Key Principles

In identifying sites for development in Local Plans and in the assessment of other development proposals, the Councils will consider the contribution of the development to the Plan's strategy of "Working Towards Sustainable Development". This assessment will be based on the following -

1. That full account has been taken of impact on the environment.
2. The Precautionary Principle will apply whenever the environmental implications of development are unclear, or inconclusive, but where there is potential for irreversible environmental damage.
3. That the potential of the development to contribute to the enhancement of the quality and distinctiveness of the built and natural environment has been addressed.
4. That in appropriate circumstances the reuse of suitable brownfield sites including derelict, disused and contaminated sites and buildings within settlements has been sought in preference to greenfield sites.
5. The potential of the development to contribute towards the enhancement of employment opportunities, social inclusion, community safety and, where relevant, urban and rural regeneration.
6. That any development which will generate or attract a large number of trips is located within, or with appropriate linkage to, Strategic Public Transport Corridors or where the need to travel will be reduced.
7. That the potential of the development to promote efficient use and re-use of resources including energy, materials, land, buildings and infrastructure has been addressed.
8. Appropriate mitigation and compensatory measures will be required from developers if a potential adverse impact on the community or the environment has been identified.
9. New development being accompanied by the appropriate infrastructure and other facilities.