What does this document do (1.1)

This document sets out the overall plan and detailed guidance for how development in Bankside, Borough and London Bridge should occur. By looking at all the issues and opportunities together we can make sure that development happens in the right way that is sensitive to the unique qualities of places and helps make Southwark and London successful.

It covers the following topics

• A vision for how opportunities should be taken.

• What uses should be included in new development and how their impacts will be controlled.

• How the design of development needs to respond to the unique heritage and history of places.

• What heights are appropriate in different locations and the criteria that tall buildings need to meet.

• Improving the look and feel of streets and public spaces, including how easy it is to get around.

• Managing the impact of development on traffic and transport infrastructure.

• Opportunities in the area to respond to climate change.

• The particular contribution that development on certain sites can make to improving places.

• How S106 Planning Obligations will be used to help deliver the facilities and infrastructure needed to support a growing population.