Residential Alterations and Extensions Supplementary Planning Document |  |
The Council has prepared a new draft Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) on residential alterations and extensions which will replace the existing Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG2) adopted in February 1999. This is part of a wider programme to replace the 1995 Unitary Development Plan (UDP) with a new Local Development Framework (LDF).
The continual adaptation of the existing building stock is an essential part of helping to meet changing demands for housing in an evolving society and a changing community.
It is estimated that over 80% of Hackney’s residential buildings are over 50 years old and more than 20% are of historic character, being either listed or located in a conservation area. The vast majority of these buildings will still be in use beyond the next 50 years. They are a resource that has provided for the needs of past generations and, if managed appropriately, can provide for the needs of the present generation without prejudicing their use in the future.
It is therefore essential that extensions and alterations to the buildings of Hackney enhance and protect the positive qualities and characteristics of both individual dwellings as well as the wider townscape of which they form part.
The new SPD will provide clear up to date, consistent and relevant borough wide guidance, in line with government advice and best practice. It will help in providing applicants with a clearer understanding of the Council’s requirements, with the aim of improving the quality of applications and the consistency and speed of decisions, whilst protecting both residential amenity and townscape quality.
The consultation document is available for download:
Residential Alterations & Extensions SPD
Public Consultation and Expected Adoption
The public consultation period ran from 23rd April 2007 to 3rd June 2007 and a revised version of the document is expected to be reported to cabinet in the summer of 2008 for adoption.
If you would like to have a hard copy of the draft Residential Extensions and Alterations SPD please contact Laraine J Rolt
E-mail: LaraineJ.Rolt@hackney.gov.uk
Phone: 020 8356 8076
Page updated: 24 Apr 2008
draft Residential Extensions SPD (3.38MB)