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Central and South East Distinctive Area

Home Planning Planning policy Local Plan Policy 14: Allocations of land Central and South East Distinctive Area (Policy 14)

View the land allocation sites under Policy 14 in the Central and South East Distinctive Area of the Lake District National Park.

Site area (hectares): 0.42

Use: Housing

Site requirements:

  • Heritage Impact Assessment to assess the impact on World Heritage Site designation and heritage assets. In addition a Heritage, Design and Access Statement and a World Heritage Site Checklist would be required.
  • The scale, design, and layout of development will be key considerations particularly with reference to the neighbouring residential properties and to ensure development on this site respects the landscape character and vernacular of this area. This could be achieved, for example, through the careful design of several individual buildings that appear as large detached properties set in landscaped grounds, with each building comprising several individual dwellings.
  • Right of access to be agreed with relevant parties. Remediation work to Cornbirthwaite Road may have to be carried out following construction.
  • Tree constraints plan required and tree survey if trees would be affected by the development. Trees on site should be retained and the site layout will need to reflect the need to maintain the root protection area of existing trees.
  • Phase 1 habitat survey required.
  • Bat survey required due to presence of trees on site.
  • A landscaping scheme would be required to mitigate the impact of the development on the landscape.
  • Surface water drainage strategy is required which demonstrates that development incorporates SUDS.
  • A safe and suitable access should be taken from Cornbirthwaite Road

Site area (hectares): 4.41

Use: Employment

Site requirements:

  • Heritage Impact Assessment to assess the impact on World Heritage Site designation and heritage assets. In addition a Heritage, Design and Access Statement and a World Heritage Site Checklist would be required.
  • Design, layout and scale will be important considerations to reduce any adverse effects on the amenity of nearby properties.
  • Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA) including cumulative affects with the site CSE03M to the south of the site and the proposed access should be assessed.
  • Landscaping scheme would also be required to reduce the visual impact on users of the A591. The development could be designed as an extension of the existing industrial estate, retaining the small area of open space between the two sites. It could be integrated into the landscape through additional tree planting adjacent to the access road/A591.
  • The design and siting of the buildings should reflect the characteristics of adjacent industrial units and nearby agricultural buildings.
  • Phase 1 habitat survey required.
  • Flood risk assessment required as site is over 1 hectare.
  • Surface water drainage strategy is required which demonstrates that development incorporates SUDS.
  • The proposed layout and landscaping should retain or enhance public right of way adjacent to the site. Consideration should be given to accommodating and providing new footpath links through the site and adjacent site.
  • Ensure site infrastructure delivers broadband of at least 30Mbs. This includes providing fibre broadband within the site to ensure connection to ‘Fibre to the Premises’ (‘full fibre’) when it becomes available.
  • The site access should be developed at the same time as the adjoining Kendal Fell Quarry site (site CSE03M), to provide a shared access. Prior to submitting an application, liaise with Cumbria County Council to discuss the creation of a new access.
  • Transport Assessment and Travel Plan including transport modelling required.
  • Improvements to sustainable transport links need to be demonstrated when the application is submitted.
  • A watching brief is recommended due to the potential for archaeological record on site.
  • Tree constraints plan required.

Site area (hectares): 0.37
Use: Housing

Site requirements:

  • A Heritage, Design and Access Statement and a World Heritage Site Checklist would be required.
  • A tree survey is required because of the trees within the site and along the boundary.
  • A planting scheme to identify which trees should be retained and where new planting should be provided. The site layout will need to reflect the need to maintain the root protection area for existing trees.
  • Access to be taken from Birthwaite Road/Ground.
  • Carry out an extended Phase 1 Habitats Survey to confirm the presence of protected and non-protected species. This will inform the requirement or otherwise for further surveys such as bat, red squirrel and reptile surveys.
  • Sewerage capacity issues may need to be investigated at the time of an application.
  • The culvert will need to be factored into design, together with appropriate mitigation measures, if necessary.
  • Surface water drainage strategy is required which demonstrates that development incorporates SUDS.

Site area (hectares): 1.21

Use: Housing

Site requirements:

  • Heritage Impact Assessment to assess the impact on World Heritage Site designation and heritage assets. In addition a Heritage, Design and Access Statement and a World Heritage Site Checklist would be required.
  • Access should be taken from Seedfields and pedestrian access provided to the southern boundary of the site.
  • There is a water pipeline running through the site with an easement of 9.1 metres either side of the centre of the pipeline which development must avoid.
  • Surface water management and attenuation measures such as Sustainable Drainage Systems are required due to the topography of the site. Proposals must ensure greenfield runoff rates are not exceeded to ensure development does not increase the risk of flooding elsewhere.
  • Sewerage capacity issues may need to be investigated at the time of an application. Proposals should consider the presence of septic tanks and other utilities infrastructure for dwellings to the south west of the site and avoid these areas where possible.
  • Retain existing mature trees and hedgerow where possible, and plant native tree species to enhance ecological connectivity with surrounding habitats.
  • Flood Risk Assessment required as site is over 1 hectare.
  • Layout and design should take into consideration constraints from pylon and associated infrastructure.

Site area (hectares): 0.95

Use: Housing

Site requirements:

  • A Heritage, Design and Access Statement and a World Heritage Site Checklist.
  • Housing development should be steered towards the large area of Flood Zone 1 and the area of Flood Zone 2 will be used for open space and flood management. A site specific flood risk assessment is required.
  • Surface water drainage strategy that considers surface water management and attenuation measures such as Sustainable Drainage Systems due to the topography of the site.
  • Vehicular access should be taken from Loughrigg Park.
  • Tree survey required. A planting scheme to identify which trees should be retained and where new planting should be provided. The site layout will need to reflect the need to maintain the root protection area of existing trees.
  • Extended Phase 1 Habitats Survey to establish potential ecological constraints to development. This survey will inform the requirement or otherwise for further surveys.
  • Archaeological field evaluation due to the presence of features recorded in the Sites and Monuments Record in close proximity to the site.
  • Plant appropriate native trees and, or create new drystone walls to enhance ecological connections with other habitats and biodiversity.
  • Sewerage capacity issues may need to be investigated at the time of an application.

Site area (hectares): 1.21

Use: Housing

Site requirements:

  • A site specific flood risk assessment is required for all uses as the site is over 1 hectare.
  • Surface water drainage strategy that considers surface water management and attenuation measures such as Sustainable Drainage Systems due to the topography. Any development should restore or enhance the watercourses for the benefit of flood risk and biodiversity.
  • A Heritage, Design and Access Statement and a World Heritage Site Checklist.
  • Vehicular access should be taken from Priory Grange instead of from the A591. Option 2 as outlined in the access report is the preferred option for vehicular access. Pedestrian and cycle access can be taken from Options 1 and Option 4. Emergency vehicle access should be provided onto the A591.
  • Tree survey required.
  • A planting scheme to identify which trees should be retained and where new planting should be provided. The site layout will need to reflect the need to maintain the root protection area of existing trees.
  • Extended Phase 1 Habitats Survey to establish potential ecological constraints to development. This survey will inform the requirement or otherwise for further surveys such as an Invasive Species Survey.
  • Archaeological field evaluation due to the presence of features recorded in the Sites and Monuments Record in close proximity to the site.
  • Plant appropriate native trees and, or create new drystone walls to enhance ecological connections with other habitats and biodiversity.
  • Sewerage capacity issues may need to be investigated at the time of an application.
  • Retain the Amenity Local Green Space. Should a loss of any Amenity Local Green Space be required to provide a suitable site access, any losses will be replaced on site by improving the quality and quantity of the remaining Amenity Local Green Space.

Site area (hectares): 3.13

Use: Employment

Site requirements:

  • A Heritage, Design and Access Statement and a World Heritage Site Checklist.
  • The scale, mass, design, and layout of development will be key considerations particularly with reference to the residential properties of Two Mile Hill and wider landscape impacts. Sympathetic design, scale and layout is required.
  • Careful consideration will be needed to the layout of the development at its south western corner, closest to neighbouring residents to mitigate adverse visual effects. Effects could be reduced by leaving this part of the site undeveloped, or by including it as part of a natural tree screen.
  • Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment required.
  • Site is part of a large former parkland landscape which transitions into surrounding pastoral landscape. As such the design and layout of the development should focus on high quality design that allows it be assimilated in the landscape.
  • A comprehensive landscaping scheme is needed which includes extensive advanced planting of mixed deciduous/coniferous trees (including more mature trees) and open space. A strong boundary is needed to the north and west of the site and include features such as hedges, stone walls, woodland and shelter belt planting.
  • A Transport Assessment and Travel Plan will be required to demonstrate how proposals can integrate with sustainable travel.
  • Tree constraints plan required.
  • Bat survey required if works to the roofs of buildings on site are proposed.
  • Extended Phase 1 habitat survey required.
  • Flood risk assessment required as site is over 1 hectare.
  • Surface water drainage strategy incorporating the use of SUDS.
  • Seek to retain public rights of way however if a diversion is required, a Section 257 application will be required to be submitted to Cumbria County Council at the same time as the planning application.
  • A safe and suitable access needs to be demonstrated with a planning application.
  • Ensure site infrastructure delivers broadband of at least 30Mbs for employment uses. This includes providing fibre broadband within the site to ensure connection to ‘Fibre to the Premises’ (‘full fibre’) when it becomes available.

Site area (hectares): 0.24

Use: Employment

Site requirements:

  • Heritage Impact Assessment to assess the impact on World Heritage Site designation and heritage assets. In addition a Heritage, Design and Access Statement and a World Heritage Site Checklist would be required.
  • The quality of design, form and massing should be sympathetic to the character of Staveley Conservation Area.
  • Landscape design should include strong boundaries and trees on the frontage to enhance the setting of the character of Staveley Conservation Area.
  • Surface water drainage strategy is required which demonstrates that development incorporates SUDS due to the topography of the site. Proposals must ensure greenfield runoff rates are not exceeded to ensure development does not increase the risk of flooding elsewhere.
  • Extended Phase 1 Habitats Survey to establish potential ecological constraints to development. This will inform the requirement or otherwise for further surveys.
  • The River Gowan is a tributary of the River Kent which is a designated Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) so development, including construction, must avoid adverse impact on the designated watercourse.
  • The scale and type of development will need to safeguard local and residential amenity.
  • A Transport Assessment and Travel Plan may be required depending on the nature and scale of development proposed.
  • Sewerage capacity issues may need to be investigated at the time of an application.
  • A project level Habitat Regulations Assessment will be required for any development proposal.

Site area (hectares): 9.05

Use: Mixed – housing, employment and tourism uses

Site requirements:

  • Submission of a Screening Opinion to guide the production of an Environmental Statement.
  • Transport Assessment and Travel Plan would be needed. Junction modelling will be required.
  • New junction alignment/roundabout provision together with road widening and footways on Thwaites Lane are required. Ensure consideration is given to Orrest Head House junction, and this is incorporated into any roundabout proposals if located in the proximity to this junction.
  • Safeguard smaller parcel of land adjacent to ‘The Terrace’ from development other than for access improvements and to ensure a buffer between the listed buildings of The Terrace to protect their setting. This buffer will need to form part of the landscaping scheme.
  • The development should be connected by sustainable transport to surrounding areas so that it increases the attractiveness of walking and cycling. Opportunities should be taken to link to the adjacent cycle network, and to public rights of way to the town to the south, and Orrest Head viewpoint to the north.
  • Development proposals will need to respect the setting of the listed farmhouse and stone buildings. Discreet high quality development is required in the immediate surrounding of the Listed Building.
  • Heritage Impact Assessment to assess the impact on World Heritage Site designation and heritage assets. In addition a Heritage, Design and Access Statement and a World Heritage Site Checklist would be required.
  • The design characteristics of the wider Windermere Conservation Area should also be taken into account.
  • The scale, design, and layout of development will be key considerations particularly with reference to the neighbouring residential properties.
  • Ensure design works with topography and cultural heritage features to sensitively integrate into landscape. The layout should seek to conserve interesting landscape features, including rocky outcrops, single and clusters of trees, and stone walls.
  • An extended Phase 1 Habitat survey is recommended to establish potential ecological constraints to development and to identify opportunities for enhancement.
  • A bat survey may be required as part of any future development proposals to allow for the development of appropriate mitigation measures if required.
  • Trees will be retained and appropriate root protection areas will be required of approximately 12-15m the larger trees.
  • Flood risk assessment required as site is over 1 hectare.
  • The layout and the sustainable drainage systems should be designed to mimic natural drainage flow paths by utilising existing natural low lying areas and conveyance pathways.
  • Any development must be protected from surface water flooding and must not displace flood water elsewhere.
  • The siting and density of any development, particularly in the elevated northern parts of the site, should conserve key views to the lake from A591 and retain a sense of openness with properties at Alice Howe.
  • Care will need to be taken to maintain a connection with the wider landscape and avoid interrupting views across Windermere to the lake for example due to large scale vertical elements.
  • Foul flows only to be discharged to Public Sewer Network, connection points to be confirmed with United Utilities.
  • Where appropriate and agreed with the relevant authority, divert overhead lines and underground cables.
  • The closure of the level crossings Droomer No.1, Droomer No.2 and Droomer No.3 are stopped up and diverted as far as is physically possible to rationalise the relevant pedestrian level crossings so as to provide safe and continued access by new means or routing to be agreed with the relevant authority.
  • Ensure site infrastructure delivers broadband of at least 30Mbs for employment uses. This includes providing fibre broadband within the site to ensure connection to ‘Fibre to the Premises’ (‘full fibre’) when it becomes available.

Site area (hectares): 0.21

Use: Mixed – employment with ancillary retail

Site requirements:

  • A Heritage, Design and Access Statement and a World Heritage Site Checklist.
  • Retention and sympathetic conversion of existing building.
  • Consideration will need to be given to the amenity of nearby residential properties if a change of use were to be implemented.
  • Provision of a suitable and safe access that does not inconvenience pedestrians.
  • Surface water drainage strategy (if site redeveloped) to demonstrate no adverse impact on surrounding properties and which incorporates SUDS.

Site area (hectares): 13.75

Use: Mixed – tourism, retail and employment

Site requirements:

  • Heritage Impact Assessment to assess the impact on World Heritage Site designation and heritage assets. In addition a Heritage, Design and Access Statement and a World Heritage Site Checklist would be required. Investigation and recording of any features is required.
  • Submission of a Screening Opinion to guide the production of an Environmental Statement.
  • Transport Assessment and Travel Plan which provides sustainable travel options. Highways England and Cumbria County Council should engaged at the scoping stage. Transport Assessment should consider the potential impacts of any new link between the A591 and Town Centre network. Transport modelling will be required.
  • Assessment of impact on wider traffic movements between A591 and town centre.
  • Demonstration of adequate access plans, and consideration of access provision for adjacent allocation CSE01E.
  • Maintain the tree belt adjacent to the A591 to help reduce landscape harm from the development and access proposals. Development proposals would need to demonstrate how the creation of the access would avoid unacceptable landscape harm.
  • The siting of buildings and infrastructure should be located to minimise visual impact. This would enable them to take advantage of screening from the high quarry sides and tree belt along its western boundary.
  • Extended phase 1 Habitat survey and botanical survey, which will inform the requirement for further surveys of particular species such as peregrine falcons or mitigation measures.
  • A survey for Great Crested Newts. This should also inform mitigation measures.
  • Creation of limestone grassland habitats within the site and habitats favourable to amphibians and reptiles.
  • A flood risk assessment would be required as the site is over 1 hectare.
  • A surface water drainage strategy is required as part of any planning application including details of drainage relating to the pond.
  • Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA) including cumulative affects with the site CSE01E to the north of the quarry and the proposed access should be assessed.
  • Comprehensive landscaping scheme required. The development of the site could provide the opportunity for habitat creation and to enable people to understand the cultural heritage associated with the site’s quarrying past.
  • Design and layout to take account of existing footpaths and seek to make connections within and through the site.
  • Management of wastewater and surface water need to be addressed through development proposals.
  • Sequential and impact test regarding commercial, business and service uses on Kendal Town Centre.
  • Socio-economic impact assessment to clarify the benefits and impacts of the development proposal on Kendal and the wider area.
  • Environmental Permit for Kendal Fell Quarry Phase 2 is surrendered.
  • Ground investigation works to ensure there is no contamination present on site.
  • Avoid unacceptable adverse impacts on the amenity of nearby properties.
  • Development of the site should retain the historic quarry faces and the form of the quarry and its multi-level plateaus.

Site area (hectares): 0.17

Use: Mixed – tourism, retail and /or housing

Site requirements:

  • A Heritage, Design and Access Statement and a World Heritage Site Checklist.
  • Desk top study to understand potential of contamination
  • Careful consideration of the layout, design and scale of development to address potential amenity issues.
  • Identification of suitable vehicle and pedestrian access arrangements for the proposed scheme.
  • Parking strategy to demonstrate adequate parking is provided, and development does not result in increases in on-street parking.
  • Design, scale and layout that respects the adjacent listed building (Hole in T’Wall Public House) and its setting, and enhances the conservation area.
  • Surface water drainage strategy is required which demonstrates that development incorporates SUDS.
  • Transport Statement and Parking Strategy which demonstrates development will not result in adverse impacts on the capacity of the highway network.

Site area (hectares): 0.51

Use: Mixed – employment and retail (including café/restaurant)

Site requirements:

  • A Heritage, Design and Access Statement and a World Heritage Site Checklist.
  • A desktop study identifying the likelihood of contamination on the site. Further site investigation may be required depending on the outcome.
  • Careful consideration of the mix of uses, and layout.
  • Design to avoid vulnerable uses within flood risk area.
  • Transport Statement and parking strategy which demonstrates on-road parking does not compromise the acceptable visibility splays.
  • Provision of a safe and suitable access arrangement with acceptable visibility splays taking into account on-road parking issues.
  • Sympathetic conversion that retains the character, form, and original purpose
  • Tree survey and tree constraints plan required.
  • Bat survey required.
  • Surface water drainage strategy required which considers mill stream on site.
  • Flood risk assessment required as proposal would constitute a change of use to a more vulnerable use class where they could be affected by sources of flooding other than rivers and the sea (for example surface water drains, reservoirs).
  • Ensure no obstruction to the public footpath or agree a diversion route for the path.

Site A – The Bay

Site requirements:

  • As the focal point at the northern end of Bowness Bay, with very high levels of use, the proposals for the public realm need to be robust enough to withstand heavy use.
  • Regeneration will incorporate public realm enhancements strengthening the links between Bowness Bay and Bowness village.
  • There is potential to include a terraced seating area in the park area, leading down to the lakeshore.
  • Improvements must create a clear gateway to the park area and make the road a less dominant part of the landscape.
  • Flood risk assessment as site is located in Flood Zone 3a. Design and layout will be key considerations for any proposal coming forward on the site to ensure the site can be made safe in the event of a flood.
  • Construction Management Plan which sets out mitigation measures to ensure Windermere County Wildlife Site is protected from impacts of construction.
  • Bowness Conservation Area should be considered at the design stage.

Updated delivery 2019:

  • Implementation through Local Plan policies 8 and 13. We will require high quality design and public realm enhancements through planning gain as part of any development in this part of Bowness Bay.
  • We anticipate that improvements in other parts of the regeneration location (such as the coach park) will stimulate investment in and around Site A – The Bay.
  • Following the delivery of the Optimising Connectivity project on Glebe Road, proposals have been developed for the next phase of Optimising Connectivity which include The Bay.

Site B – The Lawn

Site requirements:

  • This is the ‘Green Glebe’, part of the informal green space at The Glebe. It forms part of the ‘Parks within a Park’ concept as described in the Framework Masterplan report for Bowness Bay and The Glebe. We anticipate very little change here.
  • The Lawn will be the main area used for future events.

Updated delivery 2019:

  • The Lawn is located within the priority open space area for South Lakeland District Council.

Site C – The Meadow

Site requirements:

  • This is part of the ‘Green Glebe’. There will be limited change at The Meadow. It will be an area of more informal recreational value that will mainly be a picnic area.

Updated delivery 2019:

  • The Meadow is located within the priority open space area for South Lakeland District Council.

Site D – The Water Link

Site requirements:

  • The Water Link will give more people the opportunity to access Windermere lake, to appreciate the lake and the views beyond to the western shore and the Langdale Pikes.
  • The Water Link will be a continuation of the boardwalk that is associated with the hotel and commercial developments, and the promenade to the south towards Cockshott Point.
  • The Water Link includes visual access, opening views from Glebe Road through to the lake, to enable people to appreciate their proximity to the water.
  • We will require developments at sites along the lakeshore to open up lakeshore access and views.
  • Flood risk assessment as site is located in Flood Zone 3a. Design and layout will be key considerations for any proposal coming forward on the site to ensure the site can be made safe in the event of a flood.
  • Construction Management Plan which sets out mitigation measures to ensure Windermere County Wildlife Site is protected from impacts of construction.

Updated delivery 2019:

  • Improvements to the Water Link have been delivered resulting from the Marina development and other commercial developments on the link.
  • We will work with the private sector, implementing Local Plan policy 13: Central and South East Distinctive Area to facilitate further waterfront access improvements and a public walkway along the lakefront as part of development proposals where this is feasible.
  • We will support high quality design that opens views from The Glebe through to Windermere lake.

Site E – Adventure Play

Site requirements:

  • This will be an adventure play area. Development of the play area will use the topography of this former quarry to provide adventure activities and a family picnic area.
  • Consideration should be given to The Glebe Quarry (Historic Environment Record 17417) during the design phase.

Updated delivery 2019:

  • The Adventure Play site is priority open space for South Lakeland District Council.
  • The site may be a viable business proposition.

Site F – Activity Zone

Site requirements:

  • The Activity Zone will include a smaller, but improved mini-golf course.
  • It will include a small hard standing area, which will provide a stage area for larger concerts and events. The Activity Zone can be used for a variety of activities throughout the year, for example roller skating or ice skating.
  • There is potential and consideration should be given to enable sports, such as basketball or tennis, to locate here.
  • Surface water drainage strategy required.

Updated delivery 2019:

  • The Activity Zone is located within the priority open space area for South Lakeland District Council.
  • Other funding options include the Big Lottery Fund, Sport England funding for sports facilities, or funding through the Lake District National Park Partnership.

Site G – The Arboretum

Site requirements:

  • The Arboretum will use existing specimens at The Glebe and reintroduce other indigenous varieties.
  • It will help reinforce the picturesque landscape.
  • The local community must be involved in the design and planting for the Arboretum, working in accordance with ‘Secured by Design’ principles.

Updated delivery 2019:

  • We will deliver the Arboretum through a proposed memorial tree project and woodland burial plots, managed by South Lakeland District Council.

Site H – Rectory Farm

Site requirements:

  • The National Trust owns the land and buildings at Rectory Farm. The Trust is proposing site enhancements based around the existing under-utilised buildings on the site, to enable their use for housing and employment. The improvements include re-use and refurbishment of existing buildings, low-impact extensions and small scale sensitive new development. Development should take into account the setting of Grade II* listed building of St Martin’s Rectory.
  • There is scope for interpretation facilities to be incorporated into the site, linked with the surrounding farm and land uses.
  • A new access across National Trust owned land to Glebe Road may be required.
  • New development must use sustainable design and materials.

Updated delivery 2019:

  • The National Trust is one of the main landowners at Bowness Bay. The Trust is a partner on the Bowness Bay and The Glebe regeneration project, and on the Windermere Waterfront Programme.

Site I – Glebe Road and Glebe Road Car Park

Site requirements:

  • The presence of parked cars between Site B ‘The Lawn’ and Site D ‘The Water Link’ (i.e. between ‘The Old Pump House’ and the Wishing Well) act as a visual barrier, interrupting views between land and the lake. The road also acts as a perceived physical barrier to pedestrian movements. The situation is particularly acute at, and adjacent to, Site B (The Lawn), an area of informal recreation affording views across the lake, and with a high volume of pedestrian and vehicular movements.
  • We propose a number of traffic management measures to enhance the amenity of the locality, whilst also having full regard to the needs of local businesses and their suppliers, Glebe Road residents, and visitors to The Glebe alike.
  • Specifically we will seek to:
    • Introduce public realm enhancements including shared-surface treatments – with a particular focus on the area between the Pump House Café and the south edge of Glebe Road car park
    • Remove, permanently, on-street parking between the Pump House Café and the northern edge of Glebe Road car park (the area of which is shown in Figure 8)
    • Retain all the remaining retained on-road car parking along Glebe Road for free two hour parking provision (as existing), other than in the area referred to in Bullet 2 above and
    • Retain the short/medium stay Glebe Road car park for use by the general public which provides for 135 vehicles.
    • The proposal will result in the permanent loss of 21 on-street spaces as a maximum.
    • This represents a maximum overall reduction, in the locality, from 246 to 225 spaces (total on-street and Glebe Road car park combined). Prior to removing these parking spaces, we will liaise with local businesses, residents and Cumbria County Council to seek to accommodate the displaced car parking on unaffected parts of Glebe Road – for example, by marking spaces or by using a herringbone arrangement where appropriate, with the aim of there being no net loss in on-street parking.
  • Flood risk assessment as site is located in Flood Zones 2 and 3a. Design and layout will be key considerations for any proposal coming forward on the site to ensure the site can be made safe in the event of a flood.

Updated delivery 2019:

  • Improvements to Glebe Road have been completed.

Site J – Cockshott Point

Site requirements:

  • The National Trust owns Cockshott Point, and this site will remain as a focus for quiet enjoyment, benefitting from better connections to the rest of The Glebe.
  • We are not proposing any developments or changes to the activities that people currently enjoy as part of a visit to Cockshott Point.
  • Allocation will enhance access, signage and interpretation at the site.
  • Development will require a flood risk assessment as the site is within Flood Zone 3a.

Updated delivery 2019:

  • The National Trust has delivered access, signage and interpretation enhancements.

Site K – Visitor Attraction

Site requirements:

  • This site is privately owned, and the owners intend to continue their existing operations in the short term. We have retained the site as part of the overall regeneration scheme. In the event that a private developer comes forward in the future, we can ensure that any proposal contributes to the public realm enhancements.
  • The site currently comprises some retail, and new retail development of a similar floor space would be acceptable.
  • A visitor attraction enables flexibility in the type of development that we want to see on Site K in the future. A visitor attraction could include any of the following:
    • cultural attraction
    • heritage displays
    • museum
    • theatre
    • gallery
    • development or activity specifically linked to the special qualities of the National Park
  • In the short term, we will work with the building owners to further improve the quality of the building and its surroundings, together with its offer and uses. This will contribute to the site being a focal point within Bowness Bay.
  • Flood risk assessment as site is located in Flood Zone 3a. Design and layout will be key considerations for any proposal coming forward on the site to ensure the site can be made safe in the event of a flood.
  • Construction Management Plan which sets out mitigation measures to ensure Windermere County Wildlife Site is protected from impacts of construction.
  • Heritage Impact Assessment to assess the impact on World Heritage Site designation and heritage assets. In addition a Heritage, Design and Access Statement and a World Heritage Site Checklist would be required.
  • Site is adjacent to Bowness Conservation Area therefore should be considered at the design stage.

Updated delivery 2019:

  • Site K is not available in the short term. Delivery of a visitor attraction depends on a developer purchasing the site and bringing a proposal forward, or on the existing owner deciding to develop the site.
  • Improvements to the surrounding environment will make the site more attractive for developers. We do not consider that a visitor attraction will be delivered until near the end of the plan period, once other improvements have been completed.
  • The visitor attraction will be delivered by the private sector.

Site L – Marina

Site requirements:

  • The marina site is privately owned, with existing jetties on the site. The landowners are seeking to extend and develop the marina, providing additional boat berths. The proposal will open a link between the main pavement and the shoreline walkway, making access to the lake obvious so that people can walk along the marina. Improvements will be made to one of the buildings that faces the lake.
  • Recognising the constraints within the lake, navigational and lake safety requirements would be key considerations in the determination of a planning application.
  • It would be necessary for any proposals to provide for any displaced and/or additional car parking requirements.

Updated delivery 2019:

  • The Marina has been completed.

Site M – Hotel and Commercial Development

Site requirements:

  • Heritage Impact Assessment to assess the impact on World Heritage Site designation and heritage assets. In addition a Heritage, Design and Access Statement and a World Heritage Site Checklist would be required.
  • We will require any future hotel proposal at this site, or other commercial development along the lakefront, to provide enhanced public access to the lake.
  • The hotel will be smaller than the footprint previously identified in the Framework Masterplan for Bowness Bay and The Glebe.
  • Redevelopment of commercial uses along the lakefront should include opening up the links between Glebe Road and the lake – both visual links and physical links.
  • Retail uses should be approximately the same floor space as, or smaller than, the existing retail floor space.
  • It will be necessary for proposals to provide for any displaced and/or additional car parking requirements.
  • Any proposals for alternative boat storage provision would be considered against the Local Plan, if this is needed.
  • Flood risk assessment as site is located in Flood Zone 3. Development should be sited in the lowest possible flood zones. Design and layout will be key considerations for any proposal coming forward on the site to ensure the site can be made safe in the event of a flood.
  • Construction Management Plan which sets out mitigation measures to ensure Windermere County Wildlife Site is protected from impacts of construction.

Updated delivery 2019:

  • The landowner is working with us and with interest groups to submit a development proposal that meets design requirements.
  • The hotel and associated commercial development will be delivered by the private sector.

Site N – Braithwaite Fold Car Park

Site requirements:

  • Braithwaite Fold car park is owned by South Lakeland District Council. This car park already serves an important function by providing longer-stay car parking opportunities for visitors to Bowness Bay and The Glebe, as well as Ferry Nab, Bowness village and beyond.
  • We will seek to retain Braithwaite Fold car park, and we recognise the opportunity for this car park to potentially accommodate increases in parking demands, should they arise in the future.
  • Improved signage is required at Braithwaite Fold, directing people to pedestrian and cycle routes between the car park and Bowness Bay, Windermere train station, and Ferry Nab.
  • SLDC wish to expand the car park. These proposals would be determined in accordance with Local Plan Policy 22. Any expansion would be made using permeable surfacing.

Updated delivery 2019:

  • South Lakeland District Council intends to retain and improve Braithwaite Fold car park for its current use.

Site O – Access Improvements

Site requirements:

  • We are seeking a new pedestrian and cycle route from Braithwaite Fold to Bowness Bay. This will enable us to direct visitors from the car park to Bowness Bay and the Glebe, and will create easy access to public transport options. It is likely proposals would cross parts of the mini golf course (within Site F).
  • A footpath and, or cycleway will give quick access from Braithwaite Fold to Rectory Farm, Cockshott Point and the Arboretum.
  • We are working with the landowner to upgrade the route through Site O towards Ferry Nab. The intention of this improvement is to realign and upgrade the existing right of way to improve walking and cycling connections between Bowness Bay and Ferry Nab.

Updated delivery 2019:

  • Access improvements are being undertaken when redevelopment opportunities occur.

Bowness Bay and The Glebe

[2.1.01.] Local Plan Policy 13: Central and South Distinctive Area aims to secure improvements through development which deliver the strategic allocation to deliver regeneration at Bowness Bay and the Glebe. The site allocation will link high quality private development with public realm enhancements.

[2.1.02.] The regeneration proposals will bring economic benefits for the Central and South East Distinctive Area and additional community benefits for people living in Bowness-on-Windermere (Bowness) and in Windermere.

[2.1.03.] The site allocation enables the link between private investment and public benefit. Within the allocation boundary, developments will need to demonstrate that they are contributing to public realm enhancements. Contributions may be through improvements that are part of the proposal, creating physical access to the lake, or opening the views for the public between the pavement and the lake. Contributions may also be financial payments towards enhancing the wider area.

[2.1.04.] The geographical extent of the allocations is defined by the red line boundary. This allocation enables us to deliver public realm, transport and infrastructure improvements through public and private contributions.

[2.1.05.] For sites that are within the regeneration location boundary, but not identified as part of the allocation process, we will still have a presumption in favour of sustainable development if proposals come forward in the future. We will support development proposals on those sites providing that the proposal meets the requirements of relevant policies.

Bowness Bay and The Glebe proposals

[2.1.06.] The site allocation includes:
previously developed land – Braithwaite Fold car park, The Glebe, Bowness Bay Information Centre, Shepherds’ site, Windermere Aquatic site, Rectory Farm buildings, tennis courts, pitch and putt, the amusement arcade and other retail units along Glebe Road, and Glebe Road car park;
undeveloped land, which we anticipate will remain undeveloped – Cockshott Point, fields at Rectory Farm, The Meadow and Lawn; and
previously developed land that is unlikely to undergo significant change – private houses within the allocation boundary.

[2.1.07.] Figure 1 and the site descriptions define the extent of the regeneration location and provide more information on the scale and nature of development that would be acceptable at each site. These proposals are based on the evidence gathered, public consultations and discussions with landowners and partners.

[2.1.08.] This allocation does not provide detailed information on the changes, improvements and development envisaged at each of the sites within this allocated area. The purpose is to show the approximate locations and the nature of the different components that will together combine to provide a regenerated and world class visitor experience.

On-going community engagement

[2.1.09.] Where planning permission is required, as a minimum there will be consultation locally as part of the statutory development management processes. For other changes that may not need planning permission, we will in any event formulate detailed proposals in liaison with local stakeholders, partners and the community.

Policy 14: Allocations of land

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Policy 13: Central and South East Distinctive Area

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Local Plan

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