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LDF
Local Development Framework
Supporting Documents to Dalston Area Action Plan (Phase 1) – Masterplan November 2009 Consultation Database
Dalston Area Action Plan (Phase 1) – Masterplan: Schedule of Respondents and Consultation Database Schedule of Respondents Respondent ID
Name and Organisation
Respondent ID
Name and Organisation
D001 D002
A. Isla Nicolas Llewellin
D040 D041
D003 D004
Paul Bolding Susanne Wessendorf
D042 D043
Dr Benjamin Catmull Sue Elliott-Nicholls Kingsley Onyemenem for KC Law Chambers Solicitors Margaret Griffiths
D005
Miss Jackie Joseph
D044
D006
KJ Tay
D045
Lisa Walduck for Natural England Patrick Blake for Highways Agency (Network Operations South East)
D007
Tom Housden
D046
Mr G Viner
D008 D009
Albert Rush A. Satari Ajikawo
D047 D048
David Henningham Danielle F Russell
D010 D011
Hamid Kashefi Miss D Wilkins
D049 D050
D012 D013
Sajid Fiolelia Asante for Naana’s Kitchen
D051 D052
Amanda McCrea Debra Roberts for The Coal Authority Peter Ottino for Hackney Cooperative Developments Nicola Chittenden
D014 D015
Kenneth Hilton for Reggae Video Express John McNally for Pennie’s Pet Store
D053 D054
D016 D017
John Singh Sophie Darlington
D055 D056
D018 D019
Chris O'Leary for Cassiopeia Consultancy David Altheer
DWC057 D058
D020
Rowena Altheer
D059
Nicola Chittenden Gemma Cox for Central Networks Helen Wood and Sarah Haines for the London Development Agency (LDA) Judy Henderson Alex Blum Alex Blum Sebastian Eisenberg for Hackney Family Backup
D021
Andrew Edwards
D060
Clare Johnson
D022
Jill Low
D061
Amy Erickson
D023 D024
Jill Low Riccardo Sala
D062 D063
Michael Calderbank Bea Alabaster
D025 D026
Sarah Sparkes Kate Carpenter
D064 D065
No name Hazel Capper
D027 D028
Laila Torsun
D066 D067
Tim Gaskell (CMA Planning) for Family Mosaic Marc Zakian
D029
Ann Hunte
D068
Peter Jones for the Hackney Green Party
D030
Daniel O'Sullivan
D069
Salvenah Mangena for Newham Council
D031
Mr Shaikh
D070
Clare Corbett for the Dalston Ward Labour Party
D032
Ayako Tsunekawa
DWC071
Ray Blackburn
D033
Daniel Brooks
D072
Jon Theo
D034
Edward Nelson
D073
D035
Roger Blake
D074
Diana Weir Oliver Schick for London Cycling Campaign in Hackney
D036
David Franks/Catherine Bond
D075
D037
PJ Higgins
D076
D038
Sophie Gollop
D077
D039
Stanley Wilson
D078
M.D Field Elizabeth Howe at Montagu-Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd & Fieldingdale Holdings Ltd (66a-76)
D079
Tara Cranswick for the V22 Art Collective
D121
Julia
D080
Mathew Chambers
D122
T Ivison
D081
Elsie Pilbeam
D123
Graves
D082
Oliver Williams
D124
Sylvia Cummins
DWC083
Oliver Williams
D125
Caroline Woodley
D084
Tim Wilkinson
D126
No name
Ray Blackburn Russell Miller for the Hackney Environment Forum
D085 D086
Alun Evans (CgMS Consulting) for the Metropolitan Police Authority (MPA)
D127
No name
D128
No name
D087
Ralph Smyth Adam Hart for Hackney Council for Voluntary Service (HCVS)
D129
D088
Anna Snow at Turley Associates
D130
G Edwards Louise Beh & Michelle Khao - through open dalston
D089
Tony Coombs
D131
Laura Williams
D090
Kathryn Packer
D132
A Blum
D091
Pat Wooding
D133
Habib Boyeh
D092
Peter Powis
D134
Toby & Elianne
D093
Calum Storrie
D135
Susan Jones
D094
Ed Couger
D136
Yesim Senler
D095
Emie
D137
Jon Theo
D096
Ann Hunte
D138
Karim Laman
D097
Anna Sherwin
D139
Pamela Gordan & Tom Roberts
D098
Hannah Parry-Williams
D140
Jamie Waneford
D099
No name
D141
Melissa herman
D100
Catherine McShane
D142
Kate Daniel
D101
Katrina Mernagh
DWC143
Pat Wooding
D102
Helen Gordon
DWC144
Calum Storrie
D103
Rose Fraser
DWC145
Peter Powis
D104
A Finlay
DWC146
Anna Sherwin
D105
Caroline Evans
DWC147
Hannah Parry-Williams
D106
Tony Cardew
DWC148
Jeffrey Portman
D107
Lydia Ashman Rev Francis Lewis for the Shiloh Pentecostal Church
DWC149
Ann Jameson
DWC150
Ann Hunte
D108
D109
Elsie Pilbeam
DWC151
Helen Gordon
D110
Anna Holder
DWC152
Catherine McShane
D111
Emerson Best
DWC153
Kerstin Glasow
D112
David Annand
DWC154
A Finlay
D113
Jon Ager
DWC155
Ed Couger
D114
Penny Fowler
DWC156
Lydia Ashman
D115
Melaney Davies
DWC157
Caroline Evans
D116
Andrew Boff
DWC158
Sylvia Cummins
D117
James Burgess
DWC159
Graves
D118
Brian Garvey
DWC160
No name
D119
Samantha Howard
DWC161
Maja Luna
D120
D162
Maja Luna
D163
Karen Deignan Michael Mulhern for Greater London Authority (GLA)
DY202
No name
D164
Graham Woods
DY203
No name
D165
G Mash
DY204
No name
D166
Charlie & Christine Broomhall
DY205
No name
D167
G Mash
DY206
No name
D168
Adam Hart
DY207
Vois Ignsatovi
D169
DY208
No name
DY209
Monique Paul & Leah Wynter
D171
Dr Francis Holliss Olexandra Stepaniuk for Age Concern Hackney Adam Hart for Hackney Co-operative Developments (HCD)
DY210
Ricardo
D172
Robert Owen
DY211
No name
D173
Steve Redmond
DY212
Gina Polydorov
D174
Carol Lee
DY213
Guinevere P
DWC175
Marie Murray for Open Dalston
DY214
Claire Piper
D170
D175
Amanda Fong
DY199
Maud Thomson
D176
R Blake
DY200
Hannah Lashley
D177
Michael Whaley
DY201
Roberta
D178
Nigel Stephens
D216
Government Office for London (GOL)
DWC179
D217
Thames Water
D218
Environment Agency
DWC218
Design for London
DWC182
Heloise Brown for The Victorian Society Fiona Darbyshire for Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee (KCAAC) Anna Holder for the Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee (DCAAC) Anna Holder for the Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee (DCAAC)
D183
A Seymour
D184
Graham Saunders for English Heritage
DWC185
D187
Graham Saunders for English Heritage Rev Francis Lewis for the Shiloh Pentecostal Church Michael Calderbank for the Rhodes Estate Tenants & Residents Association (TRA)
D188
Mary Doyle for the Bootstrap Company
D189
Judith & Gerard Ryan
D190
Marie Murray for Open Dalston
DY191
Jarmine SS
DY192
Hannah Piper
DY193
Raquel Costa
D180 D181
D186
DY194
Tiger Drummond
DY195
Ashraf
DY196
Maisie Leddy
DY197
Leah Jones
DY198
No name
Dalston Area Action Plan (Phase 1) – Masterplan - Consultation Database Respondent ID
D001
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D001.01
9.2 Public transport and Parking
In regards to moving the station north of Kingsland Shopping Centre: I do not think it is a good idea. It serves shoppers in Kingsland High Street, Ridley Road Market and the heavy populated area around very well
Supported - Proposal to relocate the station has been removed from the Phase 1 AAP as not supported by TFL.
D001.02
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
I am pro regeneration of the old terraces in Dalston Lane
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
A. Isla
D001.03
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
It is a pity that two gigantic tower blocks are being created in Dalston having missed the opportunity of recovering such a huge space for a more human and modern environment
Noted. However, the Dalston Square development is currently under construction and its heights are not determined by the Phase 1 AAP.
Nicolas Llewellin
D002.01
2.9 Key Issues
Supports the key issues identified in the Masterplan
Noted.
Nicolas Llewellin
D002.02
2.10 Options Development and Summary
Generally supports option 2 of the consultation document but would like to see Hackney Central station included in the scheme, for example a station refurbishment
Noted. Hackney Central station is not part of the Dalston Phase 1 AAP area. In addition, the options will not be included in the Phase I AAP as they were only included in the consultation document for reference.
Nicolas Llewellin
D002.03
3.1 The Masterplan
Agrees with the vision
Noted.
A. Isla
A. Isla
D002
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Supported - high quality design addressed in policies for tall buildings.
Vision
Nicolas Llewellin
Nicolas Llewellin
Nicolas Llewellin
Nicolas Llewellin
D002.04
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Supports the inclusion of well designed 'landmark' tall buildings in suitable places. High density mixed use buildings on transport hubs. These buildings should be iconic and improve the cityscape of London as a whole not just Dalston
D002.05
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
The linear park along Eastern Curve is essential to improve public/pedestrian space, this, and the scheme in general should include passive shading from new trees and permeable paving
Supported - detailed design will be determined in the implementation stage.
D002.06
8.4 Overall strategy for pedestrian routes
Supports the inclusion of more pedestrian routes and these should be encouraged and the car discouraged
Noted and supported. Pedestrian, cycle and car movement is addressed in Chapter 8: Getting around the town centre. The Phase 1 AAP strongly supports new and improved pedestrian and cycle routes to ease movement around the town centre.
New buildings should be as near to zero carbon as possible and use more renewable material such as timber
Noted and supported where viable. Chapter 10 'Maximising Energy Efficiency' of the Phase 1 AAP has been amended to include Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' which requires development proposals to follow the Energy Hierarchy of the London Plan with the aim to decrease the overall Co2 emissions in the town centre. The Implementation Plan (Chapter 10) supports this through identifying the promotion and delivery of zero-carbon buildings as an on-going action to be undertaken.
D002.07
10.9 Low carbon landmarks
is
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Nicolas Llewellin
Nicolas Llewellin
D003
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D002.08
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Redevelopment of Kingsland Shopping Centre is essential
Noted and supported.
Would prefer full integration of Dalston Kingsland Station with surrounding streets and with the new shopping centre
Noted and supported in part. In the station's current location there are limited integration possibilities to surrounding streets. However, there are opportunities for improved integration to the shopping Centre through public realm/crossing improvements from the station to the shopping centre and Ridley Road Market that are included within the Phase 1 AAP.
D002.09
9.2 Public transport and Parking
Nicolas Llewellin
D002.10
9.1 Public transport schemes
Public transport improvements are necessary. Increased bus lanes, better bus shelters and bicycle racks etc.
Noted. This is supported through Chapter 19 (Implementation and Phasing) of the Phase 1 AAP which outlines potential public realm and public transport projects as actions to be undertaken in consultation with TFL.
Nicolas Llewellin
D002.11
12.2 Road
Supports decking over the track along Ridley Road if economically feasible
Noted - option not feasible and removed from Phase 1 AAP. Not supported - 6 storeys is considered appropriate and in keeping to the High Street character as 6 storeys in new buildings can match the 4 storey building height of older buildings with higher ceilings. Noted.
Ridley
Paul Bolding
D003.01
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Concerned over the scale of the proposed buildings. Those along Kingsland High Street must not be higher than the ones that have been demolished and no taller than 4 storeys. The implication in the draft that six storeys is possible is not acceptable
Paul Bolding
D003.02
1.1 Purpose of
Draft is fine apart from points outlined
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Agrees with street rhythm and active shop frontage principles but these must be rigorously enforced
Noted and supported. Policy DTC 11 'Public Realm Quality' requires that development should specify management and maintenance regimes for areas of the public realm. This is supported through the Implementation Plan which identifies potential management and maintenance projects to be investigated in the short term.
Reeves building in Ashwin Street should be listed by English Heritage to preserve it from the risk that it suffers in any scheme that is adopted.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation of the Reeves & Sons building as a locally listed building and cultural landmark in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
the Masterplan
Paul Bolding
Paul Bolding
D003.03
D003.04
6.2 Realm
Public
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent ID
D004
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Paul Bolding
D003.05
None
CABE should not be consulted due to its disgraceful comment on the Dalston Lane project
Noted. Consultation on the Phase 1 AAP was extensive and open to any member of the community or stakeholder.
D004.01
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
Concerned about current development at Dalston Square which do not seem to be in the framework of the 'vision for Dalston' identified in the masterplan. These will change the character of the area massively
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP Vision has been revised to strengthen its relationship to Dalston Square.
Susanne Wesendorf
D004.02
12.2 Road
Ridley
Has extreme concern regarding Ridley Road Market
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the retention and preservation of Ridley Road Market 9refer to Chapter 13 (Character Area 03; Ridley Road)
Susanne Wesendorf
D004.03
12.2 Road
Ridley
Improvements to the market are fine regarding storage space, waste and lighting
Supported - these aspects will be addressed in the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Susanne Wesendorf
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Susanne Wesendorf
Susanne Wesendorf
Comment No.
D004.04
D004.05
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
12.2 Road
Any improvements implying rent-rises will destroy the market for good. This also applies to small shops along the sides. If these shops get redeveloped or turned into cafes or more expensive retail space, the small traders will be pushed out and will be left with the classic scenario of a gentrified and sterilised market. The only way to keep the character of the market is keep it as a place of social interaction and as inclusive space for people of small incomes is to keep the rents as they are at the moment. This is rarely possible in regeneration.
Noted - rent rates for the stalls are not within the scope of the Phase 1 AAP and rent rate for the shops are dependant upon private landlords. Regarding other uses such as cafes, the Phase 1 AAP supports some alternative entertainment uses (Policy DTC 09) to diversify the offer and provide some vitality to the market without adversely impacting upon its character, however, this is dependent on private landlords coming forward with change of use applications.
RR Market has been identified as an important place of social interaction and facilitator of social cohesion by various academic researchers. As Hackney Council is currently developing a Social Cohesion Strategy it is vital to keep the market as it is.
Noted - The Phase 1 AAP supports the retention and improvements to Ridley Road Market facilitated through the separate Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme (please refer to Chapter 13 Character Area 03: Ridley Road)
12.2 Road
Ridley
Ridley
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Susanne Wesendorf
Susanne Wesendorf
Comment No.
D004.06
D004.07
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Not a good idea (to put tall buildings at carefully chosen places) as there are already the new tall buildings on top of the new tube station at Dalston junction, as well as at Tyssen Street
Not supported - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of its evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
6.6 Principal New Public Spaces
Good idea (to create a new linear park) but important to provide small and affordable retail space and prevent dominance of high street chain shops in order to stick to the Masterplan Vision of 'keeping the character of the place'.
Noted and supported. The Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) includes establishing a partnership working with developers to ensure provision of small footprint retail and commercial units for independent businesses as an action to be investigated in the short/medium term
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Not supported - The Phase 1 AAP Retail Strategy detailed in section 5.4 encourages a balanced mix of national high street multiples alongside specialist, independent retailers and other service providers to ensure that small shops remain in the town centre.
Noted and supported.
Susanne Wesendorf
D004.08
5.2 Land Use
Not a good idea (to encourage more restaurants and bars) this would push out current small traders. Also, few people who shop at Ridley Road can afford to go for coffee or tea, let alone to a restaurant. It would push out small shops as well as the current low-income clientele
Susanne Wesendorf
D004.09
7.1 Overview
Good idea (the new proposed for the area)
D004.10
8.4 Overall strategy for pedestrian routes
They (the proposed new pedestrian routes and street and transport improvements) will help move around more easily
Noted and supported.
Yes (to building new low or zero carbon homes and establishing district heating systems) but only if financially feasible within schemes that include affordable and especially social housing
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through identifying a preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room as Opportunity Site F9. This is further supported in the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which identifies the undertaking of a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as a short term action. No change required
Susanne Wesendorf
Susanne Wesendorf
D004.11
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
community
facilities
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Susanne Wesendorf
D005
Ms Joseph
Comment No.
D004.12
Jackie
D005.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
The proposed building height of 6-10 storeys is far too much and would lead to even more population density and less light (It would take the sun off RR Market). Such high buildings will threaten the current character of the local area. If the shopping centre is to be redeveloped then with a maximum of 3 storeys. Current shopping centre is fine as it is though - it is light and airy and small retailers have space in the middle
Not supported - The Hackney Tall Building Study identifies Tall Buildings as being 10 storeys and above, therefore the low to mid-rise buildings (4 -6 storeys with potential for some taller elements in certain appropriate locations) proposed for the Kingsland Shopping Centre site are considered appropriate in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. Please refer to Section 4.5 Building Heights Strategy of the Phase 1 AAP.
7.9 Public Services
Only public toilets available currently are around the Dalston Kingsland Station are on Birkbeck Road. These are dirty to use, smell and don’t have hooks or surfaces other than the soiled floor where people can't put bags and coats. They are too few in number. Toilets should be inside the shopping mall, perhaps at the end furthest from the Birkbeck Road facilities at the end nearest to the car-park
Noted. This is supported through Chapter 19 (Implementation and Phasing) of the Phase 1 AAP which outlines the provision for public toilets within the town centre as an action to be investigated in the short/medium term
Respondent ID
D006
Respondent Name
KJ Tay
KJ Tay
KJ Tay
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D006.01
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Agree (to putting tall buildings at carefully chosen places) if they enhance the urban environment by doing such things as marking prominent corners
Noted and supported.
6.6 Principal New Public Spaces
Good (creating new public spaces) but only if it is lined with a residences and shops that will have an active interest in preserving the quality and safety of the park. If it is an obvious continuation of green space in the large housing development being built just south of Dalston Lane then it will have a better chance of succeeding
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP puts forward proposals for a range of public open spaces lined with active frontages to ensure the quality of these spaces and to improve safety throughout the town centre. The proposal for the Eastern Curve public open space (Dalston Park) is connected to Dalston Square through the small open space in front of the Peace Mural that will now be accessible from the north and a new crossing across Dalston Lane at this point that will facilitate movement between the northern and southern sides of Dalston Lane.
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Walking along and across Kingsland Road is currently difficult. Widening and reducing clutter along the pavements and consolidating crossings would help
Supported - Policies in Chapter 11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street encourages new/improved crossings across Kingsland High Street and a clutter free pedestrian experience with a rationalised and consistent palette of street furniture.
D006.02
D006.03
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
KJ Tay
D007
Tom Housden
Comment No.
D006.04
D007.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Shopping centre looks unfriendly/uninviting from the outside and is drab on the inside. Good that it can be entered from three different points. Should be redeveloped as a two-storey building on a smaller footprint with lots of natural light. Should be designed by local Hackney based firms who understand history/character of area & who are more likely to enhance than destroy/replace it.
Noted The Shopping Centre redevelopment will be subject to more detailed briefing and design at appropriate density and scale. The Implementation Plan in Chapter 19 Phasing and Implementation identifies the development of an appropriate design brief for the Kingsland Shopping Centre as a short term project.
Would be good to see more designated green space which is lacking in the area. Should identify key cultural nodes adding to the nearby Rio Cinema, Market & Dalston Culture House drawing people to Hackney
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and cultural landmarks (such as the Rio Cinema etc) in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). The Phase 1 AAP identifies the potential for public open space on the northern portion of Site D2 (eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site) in 'Policy DTC - CA -1 Kingsland High Street Character Area - Site Specific Policies' relating to Site D. Furthermore the potential for public open space on this site is supported in Policy DTC 11 - Public Realm Quality.
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Tom Housden
Tom Housden
Tom Housden
Tom Housden
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D007.02
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
It will be a great improvement to the existing area. It would be good to keep the diversity of uses that currently exist in the wider area through opportunities for existing local businesses and start up businesses to integrate into the new masterplan for a mix of scale - i.e.: Tesco, high street chain stores etc.
Not supported - The Phase 1 AAP Retail Strategy detailed in section 5.4 encourages a balanced mix of national high street multiples alongside specialist, independent retailers and other service providers to ensure that small shops remain in the town centre.
D007.03
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
No issue with tall buildings as long as the quality of architecture and construction/materials is good
Supported - high quality design is a requirement of tall building policies. Building materials will be considered at detailed design stage.
D007.04
6.6 Principal New Public Spaces
A great idea, would be good for Hackney to organise a design competition to maximise the potential of this space and explore how modern public spaces can work e.g.: European models
Noted.
5.2 Land Use
Sounds good (encouraging more restaurants and bars) but important not to lose site of day time uses (as happened in Hoxton) to encourage a strong community
Supported - Variety of uses required day and evening supported in the land use strategy (figure 5.1).
D007.05
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Tom Housden
D007.06
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Seems like a good mix, it would be good to incorporate some outdoor, free activities e.g.: boules, chess tables, seating and some green waste composting
Supported - a range of outdoor activities, landscaping and green initiatives supported in Chapter 6 - Enhancing the Public Realm. Details will be considered as part of implementation.
Tom Housden
D007.07
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Yes (the proposed new pedestrian routes and street and transport improvements will help move around more easily)
Noted and supported.
Sounds good in principle but when we have the technology to virtually eliminate heating requirements we should be looking at this first
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to comply with the London Plan target use of sustainable energy through Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction'. This policy advocates following the Energy Hierarchy of the London Plan in order to decrease overall CO2 emissions through adopting sustainable design and construction measures and prioritising decentralised energy generation and Combined Heat and Power technology. This policy also identifies a preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room (Opportunity Site F9) which is supported by the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which outlines a
Tom Housden
D007.08
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as an action to be undertaken in the short term. No change required
Tom Housden
Tom Housden
D008
Albert Rush
D007.09
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Yes, a great idea (suggesting the redevelopment of Kingsland Shopping Centre)
Supported - Noted.
D007.10
9.2 Public transport and Parking
Would prefer to keep it separate with safe pedestrian access to surrounding amenities (remodelling Dalston Kingsland Station or moving it)
Noted, the Phase 1 AAP has been amended to remove the option of relocating the station due to lack of support from TfL.
As a blind person new routes would be confusing
Noted - Will work to makes routes as legible for people with visual impairments and other disabilities at design and implementation stage
D008.01
None
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Albert Rush
D008.02
9.2 Public transport and Parking
Will be difficult to get used to a new station
Noted, however the Phase 1 AAP has been amended to remove the option of relocating the station due to lack of support from TfL.
D008.03
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
Would be nice to develop Dalston but should keep it similar to as it is
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP seeks to retain the character of the Town Centre while making improvements (Chapter 04 Strengthening local character and identity).
D008.04
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
The ethnic diversity of Dalston is good
Supported.
D008.05
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Putting the square at the entrance to the market will reduce the number of market pitches and bring drunks into the area like Gillett Square
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP no longer proposes a public open space at the Kingsland High Street entrance to Ridley Road Market.
Albert Rush
Albert Rush
Albert Rush
Respondent ID
D009
D010
Respondent Name
A. Satari Ajikawo
Comment No.
D009.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Ridley Road Market could be rehabilitated like reciprocal of westfield in Shepherds Bush
Noted - the redevelopment of Kingsland Shopping Centre proposed in the Phase 1 AAP aims to move away from an internalised shopping mall (like Westfield) and toward a shopping area that is reconnected to the existing urban grain and street pattern. The Phase 1 AAP proposes to retain the character of Ridley Road Market however facilitate some improvements through the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Noted, no change required
Supported - noted to be delivered through Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
A. Satari Ajikawo
D009.02
18.3 Funding
It would be 'iconic' if Hackney Council could find strategic investment for the sum of two hundred million pounds for the development of Dalston projects
Hamid Kashefi
D010.01
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Would like organised stalls
Hamid Kashefi
D010.02
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Would like improvements/drainage
environmental
Supported - noted to be delivered through Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Respondent ID
D011
D012
Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Hamid Kashefi
D010.03
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Would like improved access to shops
Supported - noted to be delivered through Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Hamid Kashefi
D010.04
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Would like more organised approach to way finding e.g.: maps and signs
Supported - noted to be delivered through Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme and Phase 1 AAP implementation.
D011.01
6.6 Principal New Public Spaces
In regards to St Marks Rise (Eastern market square) concerned that the area is already attracting drunks and drug addicts and making it a public space will only make it more comfortable for them to hang out.
Noted, however the Phase 1 AAP encourages improvements to the site within the Ridley Road Character Area (Policy DTC CA 03) in order to enhance safety and security.
Regarding the council space behind the market should build 2-3 storey car park for customers and market traders
Not supported - not considered to be an appropriate location for a public car park as alternative uses are being considered. There is existing town centre car parking (and proposed underground town centre car park as part of the redevelopment of the Kingsland Shopping Centre) and additional car parking is discouraged through the Council's Sustainable Transport Strategy and the Phase 1 AAP.
Miss D Wilkins
Sajid
D012.01
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Sajid
Sajid
Sajid
Sajid
Comment No.
Document Section
D012.02
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
D012.03
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Put permanent stalls in market. It is difficult to move stalls every day
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not address the types of stalls, their location and when/how the stalls are moved and used. Specific issues regarding Ridley Road Market are addressed in a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Make it a covered market
Not supported - The Phase 1 AAP seeks to retain the character of the market and a covered market is not economically feasible.
D012.04
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Should put more stalls in the market. Don’t decrease the number
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to move, alter or reduce the numbers of stalls in the Market. Specific issues regarding Ridley Road Market are addressed in a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
D012.05
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Has been working in the market for 10 years. It is a national market with people coming from all over the country. It is one of the best food markets
Noted.
Respondent ID
D013
Respondent Name
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Sajid
D012.06
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Give stalls to people who have experience in working interests
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not address the stall-owners or types of stalls in Ridley Road Market.
Improve parking because the lack of it effects business
Not supported - There is existing town centre car parking and additional car parking is discouraged through the Council's Sustainable Transport Strategy and the Phase 1 AAP. The Phase 1 AAP does facilitate a new underground car park as part of the redevelopment of Kingsland Shopping Centre in Chapter 12: Character Area 02 Kingsland Shopping Centre.
St Marks Rise is a good idea - need to make it more inviting
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP encourages improvements to the site within the Ridley Road Character Area (Policy DTC CA 03) in order to enhance safety and security.
Ridley Road Market needs a playground
Noted, however there is no space for adequate play space facilities within the actual market. The Phase 1 AAP does advocate for play facilities in the close vicinity as outlined within Section 6.6: Play and Recreation Overview.
F Asante
F Asante
F Asante
D013.01
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
D013.02
6.6 Principal New Public Spaces
D013.03
6.6 Principal New Public Spaces
Respondent ID
D014
D015
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
F Asante
D013.04
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
The condition of Ridley Road Market needs improving
Supported - Improvement proposed in the Phase AAP (Chapter 13: Character Area 03 Ridley Road) and to be delivered through Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Kenneth Hilton
D014.01
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Ridley Road Market needs a major overhaul rethink the whole approach layout
Noted - Significant improvements will be delivered through the Ridley Road Market Scheme.
Kenneth Hilton
D014.02
6.6 Principal New Public Spaces
St Marks Rise is a good idea
Noted and supported.
In regards to the stations existing and new visitors should be able to make their way easily and find shops/ areas of interest easily (way finding information)
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes both public realm and legibility improvements within Chapter 04 'Strengthening Local Character and Identity', Chapter 06 'Enhancing the Public Realm' and Chapter 08 'Getting around the town centre'. The Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) supports these improvements through identifying potential projects as ongoing actions to be undertaken working with the Council's Transport Department and TFL.
The masterplan objectives are positive
Supported - noted.
Kenneth Hilton
D014.03
9.2 Public transport and Parking
John McNally
D015.01
3.3 The Masterplan Principles
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
John McNally
John McNally
John McNally
Comment No.
D015.02
Document Section
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
D015.03
7.3 Supporting growth of creative and cultural industries
D015.04
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Parking is a problem
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP addresses parking needs and proposals in Section 9.3: Parking and Servicing Strategy where policies encourage the provision of a new underground car park beneath Kingsland Shopping Centre and the implementation of a car club parking scheme.
Retail opportunity should be a priority - improve business prospects with objectives/projects that aim to bring people to the area
Noted and supported. Policy DTC 08 'Improving Town Centre Retail Provision' seeks to strengthen Dalston's retail offer as well as providing a balance between high street multiples, specialist retailers and other service providers. Existing retailers will be supported and provision will be made for further specialist retailers to be accommodated.
Improve safety/perception of safety
Supported Proposals encourage development to include active frontages to improve casual surveillance and safety and security (Chapter 04 Strengthening local character and identity).
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
John McNally
D016
Comment No.
Document Section
D015.05
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Make Ridley Road Market more inviting
Supported - Improvement proposed in the Phase 1 AAP (Chapter 13 Character Area 03: Ridley Road) and to be delivered through Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
John Singh
D016.01
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Good parking facilities are needed
Noted - There is existing town centre car parking and additional car parking is discouraged through the Council's Sustainable Transport Strategy and the Phase 1 AAP. Parking and servicing needs are addressed in section 9.3: Parking and servicing strategy. Furthermore an underground car parking facility is encouraged as part of the redevelopment of the Kingsland Shopping Centre Chapter 11 Character Area 01: Kingsland Shopping Centre.
John Singh
D016.02
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
There's only a limited number of trades for meat, fish etc. supply only what is needed so produce doesn't go to waste
Noted - not a consideration of the Phase 1 AAP.
D016.03
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Put similar traders in one location
Noted - being considered as part of the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme (refer to Chapter 13 Character Area 03: Ridley Road).
John Singh
Respondent ID
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John Singh
D016.04
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
A fresh bread shop is needed - instead of supermarket bread
Noted - not a consideration of the Phase 1 AAP.
D016.05
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Shops under redeveloped
Noted - being considered as part of the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme (refer to Chapter 13 Character Area 03: Ridley Road).
John Singh
D016.06
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
The tarmac has been here since 1960s - need nice paving
Supported - supported by AAP and being considered as part of the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme (refer to Chapter 13 Character Area 03: Ridley Road).
John Singh
D016.07
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Traders should be given a time task to put up stalls e.g.: 1 hour
Noted - not a consideration of the Phase 1 AAP.
John Singh
D016.08
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Needs more checks to ensure stalls are legitimate - licensed to be there
Noted - not a consideration of the Phase 1 AAP.
D017.01
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Incorrect classification as shown in the masterplan. Mews with Springbok Works is predominantly residential, not predominantly employment as in the masterplan
Noted - Phase 1 AAP is describing proposed building use not existing building use.
John Singh
D017
Sophie Darlington
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Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Sophie Darlington
Sophie Darlington
Sophie Darlington
Sophie Darlington
Comment No.
Document Section
D017.02
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
No occupier consultation (Bradbury Mews) with the plan to date
Noted - Phase 1 AAP was subject to extensive and on-going consultation. There will be further opportunities for consultation as the Phase 1 AAP moves forward as the Phase 2 AAP.
D017.03
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Note there is a gate to the Mews, erected in 1998 to ensure the Mews privacy, security and to stop anti-social behaviour e.g.: littering, fly tipping, drug use and prostitution (all occurred frequently pre 1998). Maintenance and upkeep is a shared responsibility of all residents in the Mews
Supported - The proposed new access route from Kingsland Station has been removed from the Phase 1 AAP.
D017.04
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Requests meeting with a planning officer to discuss the masterplan
Noted. Meeting was held.
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Proposed pedestrian link would route thousands of passengers daily past front doors causing noise, security, parking and privacy issues. The link will also not be possible as Springbok Works has a right to park and stop on the 2m directly in front of the building and a right of way to Bradbury St.
Supported - new access route removed from AAP.
D017.05
Respondent ID
D018
Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Officer Response
Sophie Darlington
D017.06
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Concerned about the loss of daylight of all properties in the Mews from the potential tall building to the South - Springbok Works garden is on the roof as well as from the proposed alterations to the station itself
Noted - detailed studies of daylight and overshadowing will be considered at detailed design stage.
Chris O'Leary
D018.01
1.3 Method and Approach
The masterplan lacks any robust approach that is capable of tackling the long term decline of the town centre
Not supported - The Phase 1 AAP is a long term plan (15 years) to guide investment and development in the town centre.
5.5 Retail Strategy
Fails to identify why residents living the Dalston area choose to shop outside the area. Concerned council doesn't understand why people shop elsewhere leading to prolonging its agonising death and failing to address the underlying causes of decline
Not supported - The Phase 1 AAP references reasons why people shop outside of Dalston and Hackney and the Retail Strategy seeks to reverse this (section 5.4).
Foolish to propose to restore Terrace and retain shop fronts - there is insufficient footfall and demand for such provision
Not supported. The emerging Core Strategy identifies Dalston as the Major Town Centre in Hackney and the Phase 1 AAP provides for retail provision throughout the town centre, including Dalston Lane Terraces, which are identified as part of the secondary shopping area within the town centre. Refurbishment of the terraces will encourage footfall, as will public realm improvements and redevelopment of opportunity sites along Dalston Lane. Footfall will be further encouraged by the new pedestrian bridge at the northern end
Chris O'Leary
Chris O'Leary
D018.02
D018.03
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Officer Response of Ramsgate Street, which connects to Dalston Lane, just west of the Terraces.
Chris O'Leary
Chris O'Leary
Chris O'Leary
D018.04
D018.05
D018.06
5.5 Retail Strategy
The town centre should be focused around the Kingsland Shopping Centre and Ridley Road Market
Not supported - The Phase 1 AAP provides a holistic approach which integrates key components of the town centre e.g. Kingsland High Street, Dalston Junction etc to important to improve the retail offer (Section 5.4).
1.1 Purpose of the Masterplan
Council should learn the lessons of Victoria Village, Broadway Market, Stoke Newington Church Street, Shoreditch. All have gone through significant turnaround in last 20 years and secret to their success is that these regenerations were market led and not the result of Council's plans
Supported in part - the Phase 1 AAP will provide improvements to the town centre and give confidence to investors/developers to help to create the market conditions that will lead to regeneration.
Does not support proposals - does not believe they will turn around the long term decline of the Dalston town centre and that only a private sector, evolutionary change will have any long term impact
Supported in part - The role of the private sector in regeneration is recognised, however, the local authority and other public sector bodies are equally important in regeneration - within this Phase 1 AAP there are key roles for the Council in terms of asset management, other public sector bodies in terms of service provision and assets and the private sector in terms of development and investment. The implementation plan identifies strategies to achieve these outcomes.
1.1 Purpose of the Masterplan
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Chris O'Leary
Chris O'Leary
Chris O'Leary
Comment No.
D018.07
D018.08
D018.09
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
No objection to higher density/tall buildings provided mix of accommodation sizes is appropriate for the area. Socio economic & population data suggest Hackney has more middle income families. Majority of developments in area don't provide suitable accommodation for such households & borough is polarised in terms of its population profile
Noted - the demographic profile and the housing requirements within the AAP area and the Borough as a whole have been analysed, and housing/accommodation needs have been incorporated within current Phase 1 AAP proposals to prevent polarisation.
5.2 Land Use
In regards to encouraging more restaurants and bars - good idea provided that these are not subsidised by tax payers. The Rio Cinema, Waterhouse Restaurant and Centreprise are examples of tax payers paying for services they don't want or use
Noted.
The council has a bad track record in development of leisure, cultural and arts venues e.g.: overspend for Clissold Leisure Centre, failed Ocean. Learn from your mistakes and stop subjecting us to tax payer funded white elephants
The Phase 1 AAP proposes two 'Core Community and Creative Quarters' where the community, cultural/creative and third sectors will be supported and developed (Policy DTC 10 - Supporting Community and Creativity) around Ashwin Street/Dalston Lane and Gillett Square. The Council is not proposing the development of any cultural/leisure or arts venues however will support these uses coming forward in appropriate locations.
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Chris O'Leary
Chris O'Leary
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D018.10
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Could the CLR James Library be renamed when it moves. CLR James had no connections with Hackney. There are plenty of examples of social campaigners from or connected to Hackney and Dalston after whom the library should be named
Noted. This is beyond the scope of the Phase 1 AAP.
Not convinced the new systems will stop energy wastage. The environmental benefits of new build over refurbishment are not proven. The impact of disposing rubble, the carbon and water footprint of building from scratch. Not convinced by the argument within the masterplan
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to retain and enhance buildings of historic, cultural and townscape merit and includes policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and 'Heritage' (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets which support retention. Note that Chapter 10 'Maximising Energy Efficiency' has been amended to ensure it is more specific to Dalston and Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' advocates decreasing the overall CO2 emissions in the town centre particularly by adopting sustainable design and
D018.11
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response construction measures. No change required
D019
David Altheer
D019.01
1.1 Purpose of the Masterplan
Plan is predicted on an economic boom but the UK has entered the bust phase. There will be no demand for more restaurants and bars. Do not base plan on insatiable developer demand. Go back to the drawing board
David Altheer
D019.02
None
The whole masterplan is vague and hard to read - not enough streets are indicated clearly
Noted - Graphics have been amended and street names have been added.
The plan is dishonest in relation to showing a new rail line running NE from Dalston Junction station when plans for that reinstatement have been dropped.
Noted. The consultation draft version of the Phase 1 AAP highlighted the strategic transport reserve area along the Eastern Curve in Figure 9.2 Indicative Plan of potential Eastern Curve railway for 'Potential Line of Future Railway along Eastern Curve (in cut)', which was previously safeguarded for future railway use. This has been removed from the current version of the Phase 1 AAP (Figure 9.1 Public Transport Strategy) as this particular safeguarding has been removed.
David Altheer
D019.03
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP is a long term plan that will help to stimulate and guide investment.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
David Altheer
David Altheer
Comment No.
D019.04
D019.05
Document Section
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Agrees with building zero-carbon homes but asks why now when environmentalists were suggesting eco homes 30 years ago
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to comply with the London Plan target use of sustainable energy through Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction'. This policy advocates following the Energy Hierarchy of the London Plan in order to decrease overall CO2 emissions through adopting sustainable design and construction measures and prioritising decentralised energy generation and Combined Heat and Power technology. This policy also identifies a preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room (Opportunity Site F9) which is supported by the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which outlines a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as an action to be undertaken in the short term. No change required
The masterplan does not attempt to solve traffic problems that will result from bus/railway station at Dalston Square. Users be forced to change buses or walk between and Dalston Kingsland Station which increase traffic and pedestrian congestion.
Noted - There is no evidence to support there will be traffic problems associated with the new Dalston Junction Station. The public realm strategy (Policy DTC 11 Public Realm Quality and Figure 6.1 Public Realm Strategy) in the Phase 1 AAP seeks to improve the pedestrian routes between Dalston Junction and Dalston Kingsland stations.
the the will DS will
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
David Altheer
David Altheer
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D019.06
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
The masterplan does not attempt to solve the traffic problems that will result from people from other areas coming to work and shop in the proposed developments
Not Supported - various movement strategies within the AAP i.e. public realm, pedestrian, cyclist, servicing, car parking and improvements to public transport address travel demands.
The need to conserve is not strong enough in the masterplan. Keep the Peace mural, Reeves building and nearby quirky terrace (already fire damaged)
Noted and not Supported - The Phase 1 AAP supports enhancing the Peace Mural as a Cultural Landmark in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character (Policy DTC 02). The Phase 1 AAP supports the retention and preservation of the Reeves & Sons building as a locally listed building and cultural landmark in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and 'Heritage' (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street,
D019.07
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
David Altheer
David Altheer
D019.08
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Nobody in Dalston ever asked for tall buildings. Council blew up many of its skyscraper housing blocks several years ago. There are already 4 or 5 handsome period 5floor buildings in the area e.g.: rental block in Tyssen St, Rio building, St Mark's church. These are the buildings that should be considered for context and should the deciders for the height of new structures
D019.09
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Agrees with proposal for public spaces - there should be more.
Not supported - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
Supported- AAP contains proposals for new/improved public open spaces in the Public Realm Strategy in Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Document Section
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Officer Response
D019.10
2.5 Opportunity Sites
As council has already demolished many traditional buildings around the NE corner, the area should be made open space. Would integrate the masterplan with Dalston Square
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP fully supports better integration of the Phase 1 AAP proposals with the Dalston Square development and makes provision for a potential open space at the North East corner of site D2. This potential open space is subject to further design and feasibility studies, but is described toward the end of Section 6.5 Principal new public spaces.
D019.11
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Bridge to market is a good idea. Council should restore mains power to the traders. Dalston people do not want the sanitised market councillors crave
Bridge to market is a good idea Supported. Council should restore mains power to the traders - being addressed by RRMIS. Dalston people do not want the sanitised market councillors crave - noted.
Rowena Altheer
D020.01
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
The removal of Ridley Road stalls will stop people shopping in the area. People come from as much as 15 miles away to buy their weekly food shop and then go to the Turkish shops, cafes etc.
Not supported - the Phase 1 AAP does not propose the removal of any market stalls.
Rowena Altheer
D020.02
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Keep Ridley Road Market as an open air shopping venue
Supported - Phase 1 AAP does not propose the covering of the market.
David Altheer
David Altheer
D020
Comment No.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Rowena Altheer
Rowena Altheer
Rowena Altheer
Comment No.
D020.03
D020.04
D020.05
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Agrees with re-development of Kingsland Shopping Centre provided there are individual shops, food stalls, areas for people to sit outside
Supported - Policies in Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre encourage a range of retail offer, including high street multiple retailers alongside smaller independent stores and for the shopping centre site seek individual shops and public realm to allow outdoor seating and potentially food stalls and outdoor dining.
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Masterplan does not look at the good things in Hackney (theatre, music, cinema, lively market, shopping streets) but looks at the bad things elsewhere and brings them to Dalston e.g.: high rise developments along Dalston Lane which causes shadows in public places making it a cold and concrete jungle
Not supported - the Phase 1AAP looks to support and enhance existing positive features of the town centre, and as a strategy to guide development and investment in a co-ordinated way will help to ensure positive improvement for Dalston
Concerned the masterplan will result in a loss of history
Noted and not supported - The Phase 1 AAP seeks to retain and enhance buildings of historic, cultural and townscape merit and includes policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and 'Heritage' (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 10-16 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
D021
Andrew Edwards
D021.01
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Supportive of connection from Dalston Lane to Ridley Road Market - is practical and will improve access to the heart of Dalston.
Noted and Supported.
Andrew Edwards
D021.02
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Opening route next to Peace Mural is a good idea. If done correctly could accentuate this feature of the town
Noted.
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Against any measures to the detriment of Ridley Road Market because the market is what makes Dalston unique, vibrant and full of character. Against Eastern market square: St Marks Rise and Western Market Square: Ridley Place because will result in a reduction of market traders.
Not supported. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose any reduction in authorised traders in the Market.
5.4 New housing provision
In favour of increasing the amount of cheap rented accommodation in Dalston. Initiating an extensive programme of construction of subsidised council housing would be the most progressive action the council could take
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP in line with the Council's emerging Core Strategy and Housing Strategy seeks to maximise the amount of social rented and intermediate housing in the Borough. The Council is currently investigating different mechanisms for the delivery of such housing.
Andrew Edwards
Andrew Edwards
D021.03
D021.04
Respondent ID
D022
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP addresses a range of key issues, first highlighted in the Masterplan Scoping Report and further refined in Section 02: Key Issues.
Jill Low
D022.01
2.9 Key Issues
All of the key issues within Dalston have not been addressed within the Masterplan
Jill Low
D022.02
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
Only in part agree with the vision of the masterplan
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP vision is a holistic response to the key issues highlighted in PART A.
Jill Low
D022.03
2.5 Opportunity Sites
All of the opportunity sites have been identified
Noted.
Does not agree with putting tall buildings at carefully chosen places. There is no capacity low rise family dwellings with cafes (live/work) are preferred. Does not agree with bordering eastern curve with tall buildings due to shadowing and destruction of rural aspect of area. Tall buildings on Kingsland High Street would be out of character and rhythm of existing Victorian buildings should be respected. However, further opportunities for tall buildings should be restricted and of quality design
Not supported - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
Jill Low
D022.04
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response Noted and not supported. The Phase 1 AAP now clearly sets out the proposal for the Eastern Curve. The Phase 1 AAP no longer proposes safeguarding of Eastern Curve for future above ground railway use. Low-rise housing is not considered appropriate from the north side of the Eastern Curve from an urban design perspective, mixed commercial and residential medium density development is considered appropriate to allow for active uses and to allow provision of housing in Dalston.
Jill Low
D022.05
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Eastern curve should be genuine green space, not just another shopping mall - unclear whether it is to be a park or street. Not sure if decking is necessary - can levels be joined by stairs & ramps? Should not have a railway running within or alongside it - if the track is reinstated it should be underground until it meets the NELL. Would prefer combination of scenario 1 and 3 - a broad linear park (the curve area is too narrow), but add the larger space at the eastern end. The curve might benefit from low-rise housing/small business on northern side for active night-time frontage and supports proposed re-siting of Arcola theatre
Jill Low
D022.06
5.6 Leisure and the night time economy
Agrees with encouraging more restaurants and bars in places such as Gillett Square and Ridley Road Market
Noted.
Jill Low
D022.07
5.7 Community Facilities
Agrees with the new community facilities proposed for the area - inter-generational centre and free community meeting spaces needed
Noted. Community facilities/infrastructure is addressed in Chapter 07 Supporting Culture, Creativity, the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure.
Jill Low
D022.08
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Agrees with the proposed new pedestrian routes but thinks more are needed. Buses should not be terminated. ELLX - few desirable destinations
Noted. The termination of bus routes is a consideration of Transport for London.
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Respondent Name
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D022.09
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Agrees with building new low or zero carbon homes and establishing district heating systems
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through identifying a preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room as Opportunity Site F9. This is further supported in the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which identifies the undertaking of a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as a short term action. No change required
Jill Low
D022.10
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Agrees with suggesting the redevelopment of Kingsland Shopping Centre
Noted and supported.
Jill Low
D022.11
9.2 Public transport and Parking
Agrees with remodelling Dalston Kingsland Station and making it accessible
Noted and supported.
Masterplan document is long and complicated which makes it difficult for the ordinary resident to give an informed opinion
Noted, not supported. The consultation document was relatively long, but was supported by clear graphics, and a separate summary document which presented the proposals clearly. The final document remains clear through the use of the graphics.
Jill Low
Jill Low
D022.12
None
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jill Low
Comment No.
D022.13
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Preserve and protect Reeves and Son, former Railway Tavern, Ashwin Street, existing building on the north eastern corner of Dalston Lane and Kingsland High St, former bank building, former Crown and Castle pub and the peace mural. Victorian terrace on Ashwin St should be restored and refurbished
Noted and supported - The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation of the Reeves & Sons building, the existing building on the north eastern corner of Dalston Lane and Kingsland High St (2-4 Kingsland High Street), and the peace mural (and other buildings of historic and architectural merit) as a locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 10-16 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jill Low
Jill Low
Jill Low
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square
Too bleak and barren - needs more public art, planting and a water feature. Would be much improved by a northern entrance into Dalston Kingsland station
Noted and supported in part. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to improve the Square (Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm). The proposal for a northern entrance to the station has been removed as it is not supported by TfL.
D022.15
6.6 Principal New Public Spaces
Regarding TfL's demolition of buildings in connection with the western curve. This space should be public open space which would assist pedestrian congestion at the crossroads and provide a link between the Square and High St.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP indicates the potential for a new public open space around the Kingsland High Street/Abbot Street area, as identified in Figure 6.1: Public Realm Strategy. This space is identified only as potential as it is subject to further feasibility and design studies.
D022.16
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
The McDonald's building could be redeveloped as a landmark building
Supported. The McDonald's building ( Nos. 36-42 Kingsland High Street) is identified in the Phase 1 AAP as an opportunity site (site E) for a new, high quality development in 'Kingsland High Street Character Area Site-Specific Policies' (Policy DTC - CA 01).
D022.14
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jill Low
Jill Low
Jill Low
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Agrees with preserving/refurbishing Dalston Lane Terrace. Should maintain businesses of existing leaseholders and give preference to small business and cultural enterprises e.g.: book, craft and music shops.
Noted and supported in part. Small businesses and perhaps cultural enterprises appropriate if providing active frontage. Regarding retention of existing leaseholders, this will be subject to current freeholders.
D022.18
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Agree with redevelopment of CLR James Library. Suggests moving building forward and providing an area for south facing public space. The height and design should be in sympathy with the Terrace and not Dalston Square
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP sets out general development parameters for the design of the site rather than detailed design. The inclusion of public space to the south will be considered at detailed design stage, however both height and design have been considered in relation to scale and character of adjacent terrace rather than Dalston Square.
D022.19
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Agrees with most of proposals for Ridley Road Market. Suggests active night-time frontage to increase safety and security for residents and pedestrians
Noted and supported. Evening activefrontage uses are proposed for Ridley Road (refer to Figure 5.1 Land Use Strategy).
D022.17
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jill Low
Jill Low
Jill Low
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D022.20
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Some of area's character is enhanced by some graffiti. Discretion and flexibility should be employed when their removal is considered
Noted. Graffiti removal is not a Phase 1 AAP consideration and will be considered as part of the London Borough of Hackney's Streetscene department.
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Dalston needs provision for small businesses, not chain stores. Chain stores are already in Islington and Wood Green. Investment likely to be attracted away from Dalston by Tesco at HC & Westfield at Stratford City. Credit-crunch offers opportunities for more open space and humanscale development. Local artisans and craftspeople need space to make & sell their products.
Supported in part. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 - Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre. This retail strategy recognises that Dalston is the Borough's Major Town Centre and will be the primary location for accommodating future growth in retail and leisure facilities.
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Families need ground-level accommodation with safe private space for children to play outside. For large families and those who for cultural reasons live in multiple households need larger homes. All should be of sustainable high design and built to Lifetime Homes standards or better Parker Morris +10% at least. Overcrowding and lack of personal space produce alienation and these developments will deteriorate. It is possible to provide high density in low rise where all households have their own garden, terrace or roof space. This approach should be followed in the remaining sites for redevelopment in Dalston
Noted. New housing provision is provided for in Section 5.3 of the Phase 1 AAP in Chapter 06 - Promoting a mix of well integrated uses). The policies identify that family housing provision should be provided in Opportunity Sites G1 on the eastern side or Birbeck Mews and Opportunity Sites M and N as these sites have space to enable homes to have easy access to a private individual or communal garden or play facility. Furthermore. The AAP proposes a range of building heights for residential accommodation, all of which will allow for
D022.21
D022.22
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response residents to have adequate living and private or shared outdoor space. The Phase 1 AAP also supports sustainable design and this is outlined in Section 10: Maximising energy efficiency.
Jill Low
Jill Low
D022.23
D022.24
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Words quality built accept quality
about good quality design and high spaces will be measured against what is so far Dalston has been expected to sub-standard and second rate design and
In regards to energy centres - would like to know how private residents are to have access to these?
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP promotes high quality, contextual architecture and design throughout Dalston town centre.
The Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' within the Phase 1 AAP identifies the preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room as Opportunity Site F9, located on a Councilowned site to the east of the Reeves & Son Building. This location has been selected due to its central location within the town centre, its ability to provide adequate space for the plant room and its potential to link with surrounding existing and proposed development. Details regarding the arrangement of and access to the energy centre will be determined at detailed design stage. No change required
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jill Low
Jill Low
Jill Low
Comment No.
D022.25
Document Section
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Agrees with new public spaces - there should be some quiet areas for personal refreshment. With the increase in population, much more attention should be given to the need for open space. Public realm spaces should also be properly maintained and supervised
Supported - the AAP recognises that an increased population requires an increase in the provision of open space proposes and as such, a range of public open spaces for respite and relaxation are proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm. The AAP further advises on management and maintenance matters in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm Policies.
D022.26
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Rationalise and have more attractive street furniture, but keep places for elderly people or those with heavy shopping bags to sit down
Noted and supported - the AAP proposes that there is a coherent streetscape strategy, which relates the disparate parts of the town centre through a consistent and legible public realm. Rationalisation of the existing street furniture will be addressed to make street less cluttered and more attractive overall. In addition, the AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for respite and relaxation.
D022.27
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
In regards to Ritson Place - is there evidence that local children want a skate park or are there other facilities which would be preferred?
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP now identifies the play space at Ritson Place as a youth facility/play space. Further investigation and feasibility studies are needed to determine the exact nature of this space.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jill Low
Comment No.
D022.28
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Regarding the junction at Lebon's corner - this should be improved. Graham Rd is a direct route between Dalston and Hackney Central but has always been designated as residential area and used to be discouraged for heavy vehicles to use it. This should be reinstated - could do so by rearranging traffic islands at Lebon's corner to ensure Dalston Lane remains the main road. Agrees with eastbound 56 and 30 bus stops being moved.
Noted. The AAP proposes junction/crossing improvements and realignment at the junction of Dalston Lane/Queensbridge Road/Parkholme Road/Graham Road) in Policy DTC 11 - Public Realm Quality and Policy DTC 18 - Improvements to junctions and crossings within the town centre.
Noted. The text in Chapter 12 - Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre has been revised to correctly read that servicing for the Kingsland Shopping Centre will be accessed off Dalston Lane and not Queensbridge Road.
Noted and supported.
Jill Low
D022.29
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Council confusion over northern boundary of Queensbridge Road. Would like Council to note Queensbridge Rd finishes at Lebon's corner and Dalston Lane continues from that point north. The proposed access to the underground car park is from Dalston Lane, not Queensbridge Rd.
Jill Low
D022.30
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Agree with the link between Kingsland Shopping Centre and Ridley Road Market
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jill Low
Jill Low
Jill Low
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D022.31
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Shoppers at the market need easily accessible parking nearby
Noted and supported - the Phase 1 AAP proposes an underground car park below the redeveloped shopping centre that will replace and increase the existing car park (refer to Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre)
D022.32
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Agree with re-designed shopping centre with a network of pedestrian routes and a mixture of retail outlets
Noted and supported.
Improve the Dalston Kingsland Station with lifts for the disabled, no need to move it and take up open space at the start of the market. A northern entrance would enhance Gillett Square
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has been amended to remove the possibility of moving Dalston Kingsland Station to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street. The option of a northern entrance to the existing station has also been removed as it is not feasible. As part of redevelopment of the station entrance hall, lifts may be considered, but this will be determined at detailed design stage concerning the specific redevelopment of this site.
D022.33
9.2 Public transport and Parking
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jill Low
Jill Low
Jill Low
Comment No.
D022.34
D022.35
D022.36
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Masterplan drawings indicate making the area of Kingsland High St between the station and the market into a shared space. Disagrees - would be dangerous on such a busy road for elderly, disabled, children. These groups should be given priority. Questions Council's guidance on minimising the risk of conflict between road users - how will this be enforced? In any shared space, cycling and pedestrian areas should be kept separate and clearly defined. This applies to crossing Dalston Lane between Dalston Sq and Peace Mural
Noted. The policies in Chapter 11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street and Policy DTC 18 - Improvements to Junctions and Crossings within the Town Centre have been amended to encourage new/improved pedestrian crossings across Kingsland High Street incorporating high quality surface redesign at the junctions with Ridley Road, Sandringham Road/John Campbell Road and Dalston Lane. Policy DTC 18 also proposed new/improved crossing at Dalston Lane and the Peace Mural (Eastern Curve - south-western end).
09 Principle 6: Making the most of public transport
Crossrail 2 station should be on the same site as Dalston Junction or Kingsland, not another station. Public transfer between stations should be made easier such as an underground moving walkway or a shuttle between the junction and Kingsland
Noted. Underground pedestrian links between Dalston Junction (under construction) and a future CrossRail station north of Dalston Lane are not within the scope of the Phase 1 AAP. These matters are a consideration for TfL and CrossRail at a later stage.
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
Roseberry cottages area should not be a tower block. Should make a 'pocket park' in the interim until decisions are made about the use of the Trinity School site. Could be an area for people collecting children from school could wait. The slab over the railway line should have a park similar to that over the viaduct at Bishopsgate Goods Yard which could then link into the cottages with cascading planting
Noted. Policy DTC CA 07 'Dalston Junction Character Area Site Specific Policy Site O' encourages comprehensive redevelopment of the site to provide a high quality, appropriately designed building for residential use
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jill Low
Jill Low
Comment No.
D022.37
D022.38
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
7.6 Leisure and entertainment facilities
The notion of an intergenerational centre, financed by the local authority is to be encouraged. The community needs to have free spaces in which to meet and adequate facilities should be part of any development in the Dalston area
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes various locations appropriate for community facilities. This is supported through Chapter 19 which outlines a number of potential projects to be investigated, such as the provision of a multi-ethnic community hall for older and younger people.
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
No north-south bus routes should be terminated or paused at Dalston as this would constitute a considerable inconvenience for those wanting to travel from Stoke Newington to London Bridge. Same for east-west routes. Any intention of narrowing the roadway on the southern side of Dalston Lane should be reconsidered as traffic is already congested and subject to delay at this point. Preferable to widen the pavement over demolishing locally listed building on north-east corner
Noted. The routing of and termination of bus routes are not within the scope of the Phase 1 AAP. Bus routes will be considered when working with TFL and other government agencies at implementation stage. The Implementation Plan of the Phase 1 AAP in Chapter 19 identifies the widening of footpaths along as a medium to long term project and to be further investigated at implementation stage.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jill Low
Jill Low
Comment No.
D022.39
D022.40
Document Section
09 Principle 6: Making the most of public transport
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Questions the necessity of a 'bus stand' at Dalston with a new underground bus garage at Hackney Central. Will be used by fewer buses than previously thought and space would be better used for public space or amenities
Noted. TFL has proposed the new bus station adjacent to Dalston Junction. Chapter 11: Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street Policies encourage areas of public and/or green space adjacent to the bus vehicular access and egress to the Dalston Junction Bus Interchange from Kingsland Road.
Proposed developments at Dalston don’t offer any opportunities other than temporary construction jobs during building and low-paid low-aspirational jobs in retail or catering after the building. Doesn't seem to be any provision for high paid, high esteem employment
Noted and not supported. The AAP supports the London Plan policy to provide and retain local employment and therefore, a range of employment facilities of a range of different types, sizes and costs to meet the needs of different sectors of the community and economy are proposed in 'Section 5.2 Employment facilities'. The Borough Council's Employment Land Review indicated that Dalston is most appropriate for light industrial of office workspace (B1 use class). These are further detailed in Section 5.3 and identified in the Priority Employment Area, as shown in Figure 5.1 - Land Use Strategy.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jill Low
D024
Riccardo Sala
Riccardo Sala
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D022.41
Not enough advertising - only saw an advert in Hackney Today which is not reliably delivered to every household. No exhibition at CLR James Library - only a poster in the window advertised it. Nothing to encourage people to come in and examine the materials. The consultation leaflet is misleading as the heights of the blocks at Dalston Junction are taller than depicted. The market stalls and time given by planning staff is appreciated.
Noted. Consultation on the draft Phase 1 AAP was extensive and the consultation documents were available in all Borough Libraries.
D024.01
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Regarding the pedestrian link connecting Dalston Kingsland Station with Gillett Sq. would seriously compromise the security and privacy of all Bradbury Mews and Springbok Works residents contributing to easy access to private properties, lack of privacy, lack of security and exposure to anti-social behaviour, high noise level
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has removed the proposal to have a secondary entrance to Dalston Kingsland Station from the north through Bradbury Mews and connecting to Gillett Square.
D024.02
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Bradbury Mews and Springbok Works residents have the right to park and stop, directly in the area between the two developments. They also have right of way to Bradbury St.
Noted.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Riccardo Sala
Riccardo Sala
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D024.03
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Station should be incorporated into redevelopment of the Kingsland Shopping Centre. Would facilitate access to and from the station in addition to making it compliant with the Disability Discrimination Act
Noted and not supported. The AAP proposes keeping the existing Dalston Kingsland Station where it is and refurbishing it to a high standard.
Concerned about putting tall buildings in carefully chosen places one of which is directly south of Bradbury Mews. Bradbury Mews faces the south benefiting from sunlight all year long - a tall building would block the sunlight affecting 9 residential properties. The direct access to sunlight adds value to the properties and residents. Considering installing solar panels would now be pointless. As the mews only faces south and there are no rear windows, privacy would be badly affected with new properties overlooking the mews gardens as well as the roof terrace of Springbok Works. A tall building would also not maintain the overall character of properties around the area as existing buildings are mainly 3 to 4 storeys.
Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. The Hackney Tall Building Study identifies Tall Buildings as being 10 storeys and above, therefore the low to mid-rise building (4-6 storeys on Kingsland High Street and 10 storeys at the rear) proposed for Opportunity Site C (5157 Kingsland High Street) are considered appropriate in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key
D024.04
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response town centre location. Strategic locations for mid-rise and tall buildings will be a necessity as the AAP seeks to accommodate population increase as supported by the Core Strategy and London Plan. Detailed studies of daylight and overshadowing will be considered at detailed design stage for each site.
Riccardo Sala
D025
Sarah Sparkes
Sarah Sparkes
D024.05
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Above also applies to the proposed alteration of the Dalston Kingsland Station.
Noted and not supported. The AAP proposes keeping the existing Dalston Kingsland Station where it is and refurbishing it to a high standard.
D025.01
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
In favour the regeneration of Dalston Lane Terrace in line with their original character. Ensure that current businesses e.g.: music shop, Indian restaurant, Caribbean Takeaway are retained in these properties.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
In favour of keeping and renovating existing landmarks, e.g.: Peace Mural, Rio Cinema
Noted and Supported. The Phase 1 AAP supports enhancing the Peace Mural and Rio Cinema etc as Cultural Landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02).
D025.02
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent ID
D026
Respondent Name
Kate Carpenter
Kate Carpenter
D027
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D026.01
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Dalston is a dump and needs help. There are some nice buildings but too grimy.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP consists of strategies and proposals to facilitate the regeneration of Dalston Town Centre.
D026.02
14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square
Who uses Gillett Square? Nobody!
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to improve Gillett Square through public realm improvements identified in Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm and Chapter 14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square.
The High Street is dingy and depressing and the shopping centre isn't nice
Noted. Chapter 06: Enhancing the public realm, and Chapter 11: Character Area 01Kingsland High Street and Chapter 12: Character Area 02 - Kingsland Shopping Centre include policies to improve the public realm of Kingsland High Street and the Shopping Centre.
Kate Carpenter
D026.03
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Laila Torsun
D027.01
2.9 Key Issues
Thinks all key issues within Dalston have been addressed in the Masterplan
Noted.
Laila Torsun
D027.02
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
Agrees with the vision for Dalston
Noted and supported.
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Officer Response
Buildings on the high street should be preserved (inc. listed buildings not on high street) but the shop fronts need improving
Noted and not supported - The Phase 1 AAP seeks to retain and enhance buildings of historic, cultural and townscape merit and includes policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and 'Heritage' (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 10-16 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets. Grant funding for shop front improvements is identified as a short/medium term project in the implementation plan in Chapter 19 of the Phase 1 AAP.
Laila Torsun
D027.03
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Laila Torsun
D027.04
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Putting tall buildings in carefully chosen places is ok as long as they are high quality
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes that all new development is of high quality architectural design and material.
Laila Torsun
D027.05
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Good idea to create new public spaces including Eastern Curve
Noted.
Laila Torsun
D027.06
5.6 Leisure and the night
Agrees with encouraging more restaurants and bars in places such as Gillett Square and Ridley
Noted.
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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time economy
Road Market
Officer Response
Laila Torsun
D027.07
14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square
Gillett Sq. should be finished - get rid of the car park!
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP encourages that Phase II of Gillett Square is completed and the existing car park is replaced by a building that presents active frontage onto the northern side of the square. This is detailed in Chapter 14: Character Area 04: Gillett Square.
Laila Torsun
D027.08
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
The proposed new pedestrian routes and street and transport improvements will help move about more easily - its bad at the moment
Noted and supported.
Agrees with building new low or zero carbon homes and establishing district heating systems
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through identifying a preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room as Opportunity Site F9. This is further supported in the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which identifies the undertaking of a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as a short term action. No change required
Laila Torsun
D027.09
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Laila Torsun
Laila Torsun
Laila Torsun
Laila Torsun
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D027.10
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Regarding the redevelopment of Kingsland Shopping Centre - yes agree, not very inspiring as it is
Noted and supported.
D027.11
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Agrees with remodelling of Dalston Kingsland Station as its grotty and needs upgrading
Noted and supported.
D027.12
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
A wider variety of shops is needed - Dalston has multiple pound shops and not a lot more. More quality restaurants and bars would be great as long as they are monitored, there is a problem with bad management of pubs and clubs in Dalston.
Supported. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre. This retail strategy recognises that Dalston is the Borough's Major Town Centre and will be the primary location for accommodating future growth in retail and leisure facilities. Noted. The AAP proposes a range of new retail and restaurant/bar uses throughout the town centre on a range of different sites. The maintenance and management of pubs and clubs within the town centre is not within the scope of the AAP.
D027.13
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping
An upgraded shopping centre would be good
Noted and supported.
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New play areas would be great as long as they don’t encourage anti-social behaviour, street drinking etc as this is a problem currently in open space in Dalston
Noted. The AAP proposes 5 new/improved public open spaces throughout the town centre, and various spaces for play and recreation. Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm provides policies that encourage active building frontages that face onto the new/improved spaces to discourage anti-social behaviour. Furthermore Chapter -7 - Supporting Culture Creativity, the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure provides policies to develop a lighting strategy for public spaces to further improve safety and security and reduce anti social behaviour.
Less street furniture would be good - the high street is a nightmare to walk down
Noted and supported. Policies in Chapter 11: Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street encourage a clutter free pedestrian experience with a rationalised and consistent palette of street furniture.
Centre
Laila Torsun
Laila Torsun
D027.14
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
D027.15
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Laila Torsun
D028
Comment No.
Document Section
D027.16
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
D028.01
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
D028.02
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
All proposals look great but the station especially needs an upgrade.
Noted and supported - the Phase 1 AAP proposes working with TFL to refurbish the existing Dalston Kingsland Station in Chapter 09: Making the most of public transport.
Agrees with preserving and making the most of local landmarks.
Noted and Supported. The Phase 1 AAP supports enhancing existing Cultural Landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02).
Agrees with taller buildings at carefully chosen places as long as its not a mini canary wharf
Not supported - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Officer Response
D028.03
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Agrees with encouraging more shops and new homes to a redeveloped Kingsland Shopping Centre
Noted and supported.
D028.04
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Agrees with making the area north-east of Dalston Lane into a priority employment area
Noted and supported. The priority employment area north of Dalston Lane is indicated in Figure 5.1 - Land Use Strategy.
Agrees with creating areas in the town centre with more bars and restaurants
Noted and supported. Figure 5.1 - Land Use Strategy in Chapter 5 - Promoting a mix of well integrated uses identifies areas for core day and evening economy uses around Gillett Square and the Kingsland Shopping Centre Site. Policies to improve the leisure and night time economy are provided in Section 5.5 'Overview of leisure and the night-time economy'.
D028.05
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Officer Response
Kingsland Shopping Centre to be integrated with surrounding streets but security needs to be given priority
Noted and supported. Policies in Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre encourage active frontage onto all public spaces through the design of frequent doors, windows and balconies (on residential units). The active frontages will facilitate casual surveillance of the public realm and therefore improve safety and security. Furthermore the policies encourage night-time economy uses that will mean more people present in the area during the evening and new street lighting will be considered.
D028.06
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
D028.07
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Widen pavements to make them inclusive
Noted - The Implementation Plan of the Phase 1 AAP in Chapter 19 identifies the widening of footpaths along as a medium to long term project and to be further investigated at implementation stage.
D028.08
09 Principle 6: Making the most of public transport
Liaise with TfL for better seating at bus shelters
Noted and supported. LBH will work with TFL at implementation stage.
Respondent ID
D029
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
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Officer Response
D028.09
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Park welcome. Retain existing trees and plant new ones. Encourage flower shops, restaurants. Discourage bars, pubs, betting shops, strip clubs, private social (members only) clubs, offlicenses.
Noted. Figure 5.21 Land Use Strategy encourages core day and evening economy uses and retail, employment and residential uses to line the proposed new public realm along the eastern curve.
Ann Hunte
D029.01
6.8 Establishing the accessibility, range and location of play facilities
More play space - need a football pitch in Dalston Square. Every family should have access to some activity space (green) to run around. Must be free - to gather and talk to their friends
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation including green and hardlandscaped areas, however no football pitches are proposed
Ann Hunte
D029.02
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Hackney has already proved it doesn't like high rise buildings because they have failed e.g.: Queensbridge so we have knocked them down
Noted and not supported.
Ann Hunte
D029.03
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Station to stay where it is and just lengthen it. Seems like a lot of money to move it with not much gain
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has removed reference to moving the Station to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street.
Ann Hunte
D029.04
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Good that the Terraces are being re-done
Noted and supported.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ann Hunte
Ann Hunte
Comment No.
D029.05
D029.06
Document Section
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
The area where the buildings have been knocked down should be kept as open space.
Noted - The Phase 1 AAP identifies the potential for public open space on the northern portion of Site D2 (eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site) in 'Policy DTC - CA -1 Kingsland High Street Character Area - Site Specific Policies' relating to Site D. Furthermore the potential for public open space on this site is supported in Policy DTC 11 - Public Realm Quality.
Retain the buildings on the corner of Dalston Lane and the high st
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation of the existing building on the north eastern corner of Dalston Lane and Kingsland High St (2-4 Kingsland High Street) and other buildings of historic and architectural merit as a locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
Ann Hunte
D030
Daniel O'Sullivan
D029.07
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Only minor adjustments to the Shopping Centre agree that there should be access through though
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP suggests that redevelopment of the shopping centre is integral to the regeneration of the town centre. The Phase 1 AAP's broad proposals for the shopping centre see it reconnected to the urban grid rather than being an internalised mall and it is envisaged that a new north-south axis will help facilitate movement within the town centre (please refer to Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre).
D030.01
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Dalston doesn't have any green space - no park like London Fields. Needs a quiet space to relax, read a book etc
Noted and supported. The AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, respite and relaxation in Chapter 06 Enhancing the public realm.
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Respondent Name
Document Section
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Officer Response
No more flats - potentially out the back of the shopping centre though
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of residential accommodation types, detailed in Section 5.3 New Housing Provision. Given the London Plan requirement for LB Hackney to deliver 10,850 net additional dwellings between 2007 and 2017, it will be necessary for flats to be incorporated.
Leave the market as it is but jazz it up a little bit with electricity etc.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes retention and rejuvenation of the market. Ridley Road Market is addressed in more detailed in a different study, the Ridley Road Market Study (RRMS)
D030.02
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
D030.03
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Daniel O'Sullivan
D030.04
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
The high street is too cluttered and not a very nice environment to cycle
Noted and supported. Policies in Chapter 11: Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street encourage a clutter free pedestrian experience with a rationalised and consistent palette of street furniture.
Mr Shaikh
D031.01
2.9 Key Issues
Agrees that masterplan has addressed all key issues
Noted.
Daniel O'Sullivan
Daniel O'Sullivan
D031
Comment No.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Mr Shaikh
D031.02
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
Agrees with the vision for Dalston
Noted and supported.
Mr Shaikh
D031.03
2.5 Opportunity Sites
Agrees with opportunity sites identified
Noted.
Mr Shaikh
D031.04
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Agrees with putting tall buildings at carefully chosen places
Noted and supported.
Mr Shaikh
D031.05
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Agrees with creating new public spaces including the eastern curve
Noted and supported
Agrees with encouraging more restaurants and bars in places such as Gillett Square and Ridley Road Market but without wine
Noted and supported in part. Noted and supported. Figure 5.1 - Land Use Strategy in Chapter 5 - Promoting a mix of well integrated uses identifies areas for core day and evening economy uses around Gillett Square and the Kingsland Shopping Centre Site. Policies to improve the leisure and night time economy are provided in Section 5.5 'Overview of leisure and the night-time economy'. The licensing arrangements of the individual restaurants and bars is not part of the scope of the AAP.
Mr Shaikh
D031.06
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Mr Shaikh
Mr Shaikh
Mr Shaikh
Comment No.
D031.07
D031.08
D031.09
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
5.7 Community Facilities
Agrees with the new community facilities proposed for the area - public toilets and community centre needed
Noted and supported. Community facilities (including public toilets) are addressed throughout Chapter 07: Supporting Culture, Creativity, the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure.
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Agrees with the proposed new pedestrian routes but thinks buses should run more from Shoreditch to Stamford Hill or Dalston to Stamford Hill
Noted. The routing of and termination of bus routes are not within the scope of the Phase 1 AAP. Bus routes will be considered when working with TFL and other government agencies at implementation stage.
Agrees with building new low or zero carbon homes and establishing district heating systems
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through identifying a preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room as Opportunity Site F9. This is further supported in the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which identifies the undertaking of a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as a short term action. No change required
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Mr Shaikh
Mr Shaikh
D032
Ayako Tsunekawa
Ayako Tsunekawa
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
D031.10
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Agrees with redevelopment Shopping Centre
D031.11
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Will be better if passengers can change over easily from Dalston Kingsland Station to Dalston Junction Station
Noted. Policy DTC 17 Strategic Improvements to the Pedestrian and Cycles Network propose improvements to pedestrian links between Dalston Kingsland Station and Dalston Junction Stations.
D032.01
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
Overall residents will benefit from the proposed developments in the area. Looks forward to street improvements and additional cultural/activity spaces (galleries, community facilities, green spaces) as long as developments are in keeping with the unique character of the area and with the voice of residents
Noted and supported.
D032.02
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Incorrect classification as shown in the masterplan. Mews with Springbok Works is predominantly residential, not predominantly employment as in the masterplan
Noted. The current Phase 1 AAP has corrected this incorrect classification and now reflects the existing land use in Figure 5.1 Land Use Strategy.
Officer Response
of
Kingsland
Noted and supported.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ayako Tsunekawa
Ayako Tsunekawa
Ayako Tsunekawa
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D032.03
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Privacy and separation from the main road are the two main characteristics communal to all mews developments. This separation is essential for keeping the security of all residents of Bradbury mews and Springbok Works at its highest level. The proposed pedestrian link would compromise this and contribute to easy access to private properties for all, lack of privacy, lack of security and exposure to antisocial behaviour, high noise level
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP no longer proposes a pedestrian link or secondary entrance to Dalston Kingsland Station along Bradbury Mews.
D032.04
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Residents of Bradbury Mews and Springbok Works do have the right to park and stop in between the two developments and they also have the right of way to Bradbury St
Noted.
Station should be incorporated into redevelopment of the Kingsland Shopping Centre. Would facilitate access to and from the station in addition to making it compliant with the Disability Discrimination Act
Noted and not supported. The AAP no longer proposes moving the Station to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street. Dalston Kingsland Station will stay in its current location with proposals for refurbishment of the entrance hall. Issues of accessibility will be addressed at implementation stage.
D032.05
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ayako Tsunekawa
Comment No.
D032.06
Document Section
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Concerned about putting tall buildings in carefully chosen places one of which is directly south of Bradbury Mews. Bradbury Mews faces the south benefiting from sunlight all year long - a tall building would block the sunlight affecting 9 residential properties. The direct access to sunlight adds value to the properties and residents. Considering installing solar panels would now be pointless. As the mews only faces south and there are no rear windows, privacy would be badly affected with new properties overlooking the mews gardens as well as the roof terrace of Springbok Works. A tall building would also not maintain the overall character of properties around the area as existing buildings are mainly 3 to 4 storeys.
Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. The Hackney Tall Building Study identifies Tall Buildings as being 10 storeys and above, therefore the low - mid-rise building (4-6 storeys on Kingsland High Street and 10 storeys at the rear) proposed for Opportunity Site C (5157 Kingsland High Street) are considered appropriate in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. Strategic locations for mid-rise and tall buildings will be a necessity as the Phase 1 AAP seeks to accommodate population increase as supported by the Core Strategy and London Plan.
Respondent ID
D033
Respondent Name
Daniel Brooks
Daniel Brooks
Daniel Brooks
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D033.01
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
Overall residents will benefit from the proposed developments in the area. Looks forward to street improvements and additional cultural/activity spaces (galleries, community facilities, green spaces) as long as developments are in keeping with the unique character of the area and with the voice of residents
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston and the Council has held two consultation periods over the course of the development of the Phase 1 AAP to gather the opinions of local residents.
D033.02
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Incorrect classification as shown in the masterplan. Mews with Springbok Works is predominantly residential, not predominantly employment as in the masterplan
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has been corrected to reflect the existing use.
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Privacy and separation from the main road are the two main characteristics communal to all mews developments. This separation is essential for keeping the security of all residents of Bradbury mews and Springbok Works at its highest level. The proposed pedestrian link would compromise this and contribute to easy access to private properties for all, lack of privacy, lack of security and exposure to antisocial behaviour, high noise level
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP no longer proposes a pedestrian link or secondary entrance to Dalston Kingsland Station along Bradbury Mews.
D033.03
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Daniel Brooks
D034
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D033.04
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Residents of Bradbury Mews and Springbok Works do have the right to park and stop in between the two developments and they also have the right of way to Bradbury St
Noted.
Station should be incorporated into redevelopment of the Kingsland Shopping Centre. Would facilitate access to and from the station in addition to making it compliant with the Disability Discrimination Act
Noted and not supported. The AAP no longer proposes moving the Station to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street. Dalston Kingsland Station will stay in its current location with proposals for refurbishment of the entrance hall. Issues of accessibility will be addressed at implementation stage.
Suggests an alternative masterplan vision: 'the family friendly eco-village of the 22nd century and supporting local economies'
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP vision is a holistic response to the key issues highlighted in PART A.
Asks where all the money is coming from as if there is too much development the value of existing properties and the uniqueness of Dalston will be decreased
Noted, please see the Implementation Plan and Phasing Strategy (Chapter 19) within the Phase 1 AAP. This outlines the opportunity sites and potential projects identified within the AAP, the timing for their implementation, potential partners and funding sources.
Daniel Brooks
D033.05
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Edward Nelson
D034.01
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
Edward Nelson
D034.02
18.3 Funding
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Edward Nelson
Comment No.
D034.03
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
The priority of the planning committee should be to consider the price of fossil fuels (due to carbon taxes and the advent of peak oil) which will make current car use and house heating a very different thing to what is now - how will the masterplan cope with this?
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP addresses measures to maximise energy efficiency and encourage the use of low carbon and renewable energy sources in order to reduce CO2 emissions and fuel poverty in Chapter 10: Maximising energy efficiency.
Stratford will draw resources and shoppers. Dalston shouldn't compete but capitalise on its current draw cards of being a local buzz environment with low key entertainments and shops. More exciting than Stoke Newington but something different from either Stratford or the city, Brick lane and west end. 'Village for the 22nd century - eco, family-friendly and arty'
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP vision for Dalston Town Centre is identified in Section 3.1.
Supports skate park an eastern curve parkway
Noted.
Edward Nelson
D034.04
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Edward Nelson
D034.05
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Edward Nelson
Edward Nelson
Comment No.
D034.06
D034.07
Document Section
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Supports centralising of the Arcola Theatre or even better another new theatre
Supported and noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the potential re-location of the Arcola Theatre to Dalston Town Centre, preferred sites H (east of Ashwin Street) and D2 (western side of Ashwin Street, south of Shiloh Pentecostal Church) in Chapter 07: Supporting Culture, Creativity and the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure (addressed specifically in Policy DTC 13) and 7.2(4).
Can see the value of high rises in terms of creating housing options and bringing more money to Dalston but most will go to developers. Disagrees with tall buildings as it will change the character of Dalston irreversibly, making it more generic and less appealing as a destination in the long run. If Dalston remains low rise city workers will see Dalston as the cool place to buy.
Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Edward Nelson
D035
Roger Blake
Comment No.
D034.08
D035.01
Document Section
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Crossing from the station to Ridley Road is fantasy until peak oil reduces car use. Currently it is one of the most dangerous roads for cyclists and pedestrians - how about a Shoreditch to Stoke Newington train line?
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not see the crossing between Dalston Kingsland Station and Ridley Road Market across Kingsland High Street as a fantasy. This area is viewed as the heart of Dalston town centre and the Phase 1 AAP recommends that with junction improvements (Policy DTC 18 - Improvements to junctions and crossings within the town centre) through re-surfacing and other measures, the area will no longer favour vehicles before pedestrians and cyclists. The provision of Shoreditch to Stoke Newington train line is not within the scope of the AAP.
Liaise with Met Police over their desire for a bigger local police office than they have off Ridley Road. To be accommodated in the southern site
Noted. The Council have met with the Metropolitan Police and Policy DTC 14 Community Infrastructure in the Phase 1 AAP facilitates a new police 'shop front' is encouraged to be provided within any redevelopment of the Kingsland Shopping Centre, although other appropriate sites will be supported..
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Roger Blake
Comment No.
D035.02
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Retain nos 2-4 Kingsland High Street - Dalston has lost enough of its distinctive buildings already. These give it its identity and sense of place.
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation of the existing building on the north eastern corner of Dalston Lane and Kingsland High St (2-4 Kingsland High Street) and other buildings of historic and architectural merit as a locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Roger Blake
Roger Blake
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response Noted and not supported. The Phase 1 AAP does not seek a second pedestrian link from Kingsland High Street to Ashwin Street at 20 - 22 Kingsland High Street as the current junction of Abbot Street/Kingsland High Street (south of the McDonalds) provides adequate permeability. The policies in Chapter 16 Character Area 06: Ashwin Street, encourage a new shared space scheme along the length of Ashwin Street to be implemented through resurfacing with new, high quality materials and design to support and enhance its role as a local pedestrian and cycle dominated street. Noted. The Implementation Plan of the Phase 1 AAP in Chapter 19 identifies the widening of footpaths along as a medium to long term project and to be further investigated at implementation stage.
D035.03
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Include a street level pedestrian route between Kingsland High St and Ashwin St through the ground floor of what was 20-22 Kingsland High St, to improve permeability. This should link with the pedestrianised closure of Ashwin St at the rear of that property
D035.04
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Strong support for aim in 3.58 for wider carriageway and footway outside 1-9 Dalston Lane.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Roger Blake
Roger Blake
Roger Blake
Comment No.
Document Section
D035.05
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
D035.06
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
D035.07
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Possibly achieve wider footways on Kingsland High St (both sides) and Dalston Lane by setting back ground floor building line frontage
Noted. The exact alignment of the building line frontages of new development along Kingsland High Street and Dalston Lane will be determined at the detailed design stage, but overall the AAP supports application of a consistent building line (see Draft Policy DTC 02: Respecting and Enhancing Local Character).
Anticipate a wider Boleyn Road footway in front of the west side of the northern site
Noted. The Implementation Plan of the Phase 1 AAP in Chapter 19 identifies the widening of footpaths along as a medium to long term project and to be further investigated at implementation stage.
Allow for Chelsea-Hackney Line station entrance at 3-9 Dalston Lane (and possibly 1-7 Ashwin St) through liaison with TfL's Cross London Rail Links
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP makes note of the fact that there are two possible locations for the Cross Rail (Chelsea-Hackney Line) station entrance: one possibility encompasses the west side of Ashwin Street (at 3-9 Dalston Lane and 1-7 Ashwin Street) and the other is the eastern side of Ashwin Street (at 2-6 Ashwin Street and 1115 Dalston Lane). The text in Chapter 09 making the most of public transport has been updated to reflect the exact addresses of these locations.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Roger Blake
D036
David Franks/Catherine Bond
Comment No.
D035.08
D036.01
Document Section
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
18 Delivery and Implementation
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Judge housing mix across both sites together for family units which are unsuitable in the southern site; the northern site has some external amenity space at D2
Noted. Both Sites D1 and D2 are proposed as mixed use developments incorporating residential accommodation on the upper floors. New housing provision is provided for in Section 5.3 of the Phase 1 AAP in Chapter 06 - Promoting a mix of well integrated uses) which identifies that family housing provision should be provided in Opportunity Sites G1 on the eastern side or Birbeck Mews and Opportunity Sites M and N as these sites have space to enable homes to have easy access to a private individual or communal garden or play facility. Furthermore. The AAP proposes a range of building heights for residential accommodation, all of which will allow for residents to have adequate living and private or shared outdoor space.
Impractical to implement this masterplan logistically, economically. Why totally remodel Dalston? We would prefer to see careful consideration and regeneration of what currently exists
Noted and not supported. The Phase 1 AAP supports careful consideration and regeneration of the town centre as a whole through providing a comprehensive strategy for co-ordinated development and design that reflects local aspirations for the future of the area. The AAP includes a Phasing Strategy and Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which outlines the Opportunity Sites and projects provided for in the AAP, timeframes for their implementation, partners in their implementation and potential funding sources.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
David Franks/Catherine Bond
Comment No.
D036.02
Document Section
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
No more tall buildings - Dalston is already being over-developed with high rise with little support from the community - Holly St Phase 1 all over again. Building heights along the cleared railway sites in Kingsland High St should not exceed existing building heights (5 stories max)
Noted and not supported. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. The Hackney Tall Building Study identifies Tall Buildings as being 10 storeys and above, therefore the low to mid-rise buildings (4-6 storeys) proposed for the length of Kingsland High Street are considered appropriate in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The AAP seeks to accommodate population increase as supported by the Core Strategy and London Plan.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
David Franks/Catherine Bond
David Franks/Catherine Bond
Comment No.
D036.03
D036.04
Document Section
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
More like a greened, treed avenue - can't call this a park. The linear park concept is already deemed a failure for the development of Dalston lane
Noted. The AAP has provisionally termed one space within the Eastern Curve as 'Dalston Park,' but this will be further developed at a later stage. The Council does not agree that the concept of a linear park is a deemed failure (refer to Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm).
Yes to encouraging and supporting independents rather than chains - need to counter-balance this with public safety, minimise fear of intimidation in such public spaces (Gillett Sq and Ridley Rd)
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre. The Phase 1 AAP promotes active frontages (Policy DTC 02 Respecting and enhancing local character) and a public realm that is at once welcoming and safe for all users throughout the town centre, where appropriate. Chapter 14: Character Are 04: Gillett Square contains policies that new development in Gillett Square has active frontage to encourage activity, overlooking and public safety. Chapter 13: Character Area 03: Ridley Road likewise contains
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response policies for more visibility from Kingsland High Street, active frontages, and measures to improve safety and security.
David Franks/Catherine Bond
David Franks/Catherine Bond
D036.05
D036.06
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Concern over bus junction and new bus station neither safe nor practical
Noted, however outside the scope of the Phase 1 AAP. These issues have and will be considered by LBH and TfL.
Agrees with building new low or zero carbon homes and establishing district heating systems in general but appropriate scale or development is needed - not big scale as in Dalston Square
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through identifying a preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room as Opportunity Site F9. This is further supported in the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which identifies the undertaking of a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as a short term action. In terms of scale of development, Policy DTC 02 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' advocates basing future development on an appreciation of the existing local context in terms of streetscape, urban grain, building type, building scale, height and mass and building material in order to strengthen local character. No change required
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
David Franks/Catherine Bond
David Franks/Catherine Bond
David Franks/Catherine Bond
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D036.07
14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square
Gillett Sq. is a missed opportunity - needs to be properly opened up to Kingsland High St. There is no effective permeability between the street and the square at the moment, you can travel up the main road and not notice it exists - also issues of public safety because it isn't permeable. It is currently dirty, purposeless, underused and a threatening space - these need addressing as it is an embarrassment to Dalston.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes that the new building within the square has active frontage so that the Square becomes more of a destination. With the increased casual surveillance of the Square, public safety and security will be improved. Policies in Chapter 14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square encourage improved way finding to Gillett Square.
D036.08
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Don’t move DK station to the east - the existing site is sufficient. Alternatively move it westwards to create a joint station with the East London Line link towards Highbury Islington tube.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has removed reference to moving the Station to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street. The Station will stay in its current location.
Shopping centre is a mundane late 20th century development but it should be given a facelift rather than demolition. Demolition would be harmful in sustainability terms, a waste of materials and energy to demolish. Dalston does not need flats above this space
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP suggests that redevelopment of the shopping centre is integral to the regeneration of the town centre. The Phase 1 AAP's broad proposals for the shopping centre see it reconnected to the urban grid rather than being an internalised mall and it is envisaged that a new north-south axis will help facilitate movement within the town centre (please refer to Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre). Sustainability of the town centre is addressed in Chapter
D036.09
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response 10 Maximising Energy Efficiency.
David Franks/Catherine Bond
David Franks/Catherine Bond
D036.10
D036.11
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Support bridge over North London Line linking Ridley Rd Market to the Shopping Centre etc. the railway is currently a barrier to movement
Noted and supported.
Does the Arcola Theatre want to move? What will happen to the character of Arcola St if it is moved?
Noted. The Arcola Theatre has expressed interest in potentially relocating into the Dalston Town Centre. The Phase 1 AAP supports the potential re-location of the Arcola Theatre to Dalston Town Centre, preferred sites H (east of Ashwin Street) and D2 (western side of Ashwin Street, south of Shiloh Pentecostal Church) in Chapter 07: Supporting Culture, Creativity and the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure (addressed specifically in Policy DTC 13). Arcola Street and the character of Arcola Street is outside the scope of the AAP and will be addressed when Planning Applications for the street come forward.
Respondent ID
D037
Respondent Name
PJ Higgins
PJ Higgins
PJ Higgins
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D037.01
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
Waste of public money to re-instate Dalston Junction without pedestrian interchange facilities in-between new station and existing Dalston Kingsland. Should be a pedestrian link from the end of the new platforms at Dalston Junction connecting with the Western End of the Platforms of Dalston Kingsland Station. The only residents to benefit are those in Islington. When the new ELX Trains are introduced they are routed to turn west to Dalston Junction and terminate at Highbury and Islington - another borough benefits at Hackney's expense.
Noted, however outside the scope of the Phase 1 AAP. These issues have and will be considered by LBH and TfL.
D037.02
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
The Eastern Curve at Dalston Junction needs to be reinstated (not converted into a park) and some trains run from there to serve hackney central. Possible terminus could be chingford, tottenham hale, or even Stratford or barking
Noted and not supported. The Core Strategy indicates that the Eastern Curve is 'safer, cleaner, greener' and not safeguarded for future railway use.
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
No-one will bother alighting from a train at Dalston Kingsland to walk to another station at Dalston Junction when if they stay on their train they can travel to Highbury and Islington and transfer to the Victoria and DR Lines. If they are travelling by bus to the city or west end they will get there quicker by staying on the bus rather than changing out to a train heading south to Whitechapel and again transferring to the district or Hammersmith and city lines which don't run to the central west end area
Noted., however outside the scope of the Phase 1 AAP. These issues have and will be considered by LBH and TfL.
D037.03
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
PJ Higgins
PJ Higgins
D038
Sophie Gollop
Comment No.
Document Section
D037.04
D037.05
D038.01
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Tinkering around with Ridley Rd Market and the Shopping Centre will have little effect or benefit
Noted and not supported. The Phase 1 AAP puts forward proposals for refurbishment and redevelopment that are aimed at brining substantial benefit to the community and regeneration of the town centre (refer to Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre).
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Public toilets are not mentioned in the Dalston Plan. The older you get the more necessary this amenity becomes - knows of elderly people who rarely, if ever go very far because public toilets have virtually disappeared. Bring them back
Noted. Public toilets are now addressed in Section 7.3.5 Public Conveniences and will be considered as part of the detailed development of the proposed new public open spaces, in the redeveloped Kingsland Shopping Centre and as part of the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
2.5 Opportunity Sites
In relation to land outside 6 Boleyn Rd - would like to see the land utilised as allotments, using modern above ground horticulture techniques such as raised beds and containerised growing, a system that has been successfully employed on own land (see full copy of representation)
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a mix of uses for this area as outlined in Chapter 11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street.
Respondent ID
D041
Respondent Name
Sue Nicholls
Elliott-
Sue Nicholls
Elliott-
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D041.01
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Concerned the masterplan will result in another Wood Green . Dalston is a developing multicultural, creative and exciting area - should improve upon what is already there, renovate beautiful and historic old buildings and utilise strengths. Renovate the area in the way they have done in Newington Green or Shoreditch.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
D041.02
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Why hide Ridley Road Market - the heart of Dalston and spend money moving one of the things that works as it is.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose moving or altering Ridley Road Market.
Respondent ID
D042
Respondent Name
KC Chambers
KC Chambers
Law
Law
KC Chambers
Law
KC Chambers
Law
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D042.01
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
A vision implies that Dalston will change for good. It will see cherished landscapes and buildings demolished, people displaced and business disappearing. Opposes the masterplan as a whole and wants it withdrawn.
Noted and not supported. The Phase 1 AAP builds upon existing character and heritage within the town centre to encourage regeneration for the business and residents of the town centre.
D042.02
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Present Dalston serves the community and individuals who work and/or reside here. Any changes proposed are geared towards financial benefit of those whose interests are represented. Many small businesses will go under for lack of affordability and new development will usher in a certain class of people and multi-million pound companies at the expense of smaller ones
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
D042.03
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Dalston attracts a huge variety of people from different social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds the new Dalston will not achieve this
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston and does not aim in anyway to take away or limit the opportunities for a variety of people.
D042.04
5.4 New housing provision
Homes will be unaffordable to a certain kind of people - mostly of ethnic origin/minorities
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports a range of housing types, including policies for affordable housing in Section 5.3 New Housing provision.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
KC Chambers
D043
Margaret Griffiths
Comment No.
Law
D042.05
D043.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Presently runs a business and masterplan will adversely affect this. The business will close down because of affordability problems and will lose clients which the business has worked hard to generate/build.
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
No toilet facilities in the shopping centre anymore and consequently no longer shops in Dalston. There is a stand alone structure in the car park but it is intimidating to use - the nearest is Rio Cinema but its far for an older person to walk. Now shops at Chapel Market and Islington where Marks and Spencers has great facilities
Noted. Public toilets are now addressed in Section 7.3.5 Public Conveniences and will be considered as part of the detailed development of the proposed new public open spaces, in the redeveloped Kingsland Shopping Centre and as part of the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Respondent ID
D044
D045
Respondent Name
Natural England
Patrick Blake Highways Agency
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D044.01
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Good that overarching objectives include the need to enhance liveability by providing new public open spaces inc. green and play spaces. Dalston has no green spaces - building a network of green spaces and other environmental features is key to reviving and improving town centres and providing ecosystem services. Should be designed and managed as a multifunctional resource and include est. green spaces and new sites. Recommends the provision of green infrastructure is addressed in the vision, objectives and in more detail elsewhere in documents. Specifically, under Principle 3.
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP does include existing public open spaces, such as Gillett Square and incorporates both these and proposed spaces into the AAP. Chapter 6: Enhancing the public realm has been revised to make more of the provision of green infrastructure.
D044.02
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Supports creation of a green space. Recommends the park includes more natural areas which help to increase resident's access to and experience nature in addition to providing a valuable wildlife habitat.
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure, respite and relaxation. These include 'green' and hard-landscaped areas.
None
The Highways Agency, on behalf of the Secretary of State for Transport, is responsible for managing and operating a safe and efficient Strategic Road Network (SRN) (i.e. the Trunk Road and Motorway network) in England as laid down in the Department for Transport (DFT) Circular 02/2007 (Planning and the Strategic Road Network).The Highways Agency do not wish to comment on the Area Action Plans.
Noted.
D045.01
Respondent ID
D046
Respondent Name
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D046.01
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
The public toilets are very limited - not enough for public and Ridley Road Traders and need to be cleaned more often. Unless this is done most shoppers will stick to the shopping as malls which are very clean have adequate toilets and security with excellent lighting.
Noted. Public toilets are addressed in Policy DTC 14 - Community Infrastructure, though the overall number and exact location of public toilets will be determined at a later, detailed design stage.
D046.02
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
The drains smell and are inadequate for the size of the market. Need urgent updating for a modern market
Noted. Specific issues regarding the management and maintenance of Ridley Road Market are part of a separate study, Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Mr G Viner
D046.03
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Improved lighting for traders and for pedestrian security
Noted. Lighting along Ridley Road Market is not a consideration of the Phase 1 AAP and will be addressed as part of a different study, Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Mr G Viner
D046.04
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Adding a path from Dalston Lane to Ridley Road Market can only improve the market, also a bridge across the railway line to the market
Noted and supported.
David Henningham
D047.01
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Eastern curve is a good idea for opening up the space. Also exactly where the heart of the area feels to be, closer to Ashwin St than Gillett Sq.
Noted.
Mr G Viner
Mr G Viner
D047
Comment No.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
David Henningham
D048
Danielle Russell
F
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D047.02
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Difference between Ridley Road Market and Broadway Market has been overlooked. Shouldn't be compared to each other in their goals by implication. Needs to be clearly defined in all proposals that they both perform different functions. Broadway Market is a place to shop for more affluent residents and a good tourist attraction. Ridley Rd Market is for more affordable weekly shopping and makes day to day living much easier. Ridley Rd also has greater diversity in stallholders and shoppers you can get recipes and tips from them, get to know them, this needs to be preserved during regeneration. Need to set different goals for these places according to their existing attributes
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not make any references to Broadway Market anywhere in the document.
D048.01
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Regenerate Dalston Lane Terrace and protect the businesses that are trying to survive now and throughout the redevelopment disruption
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Danielle Russell
F
Danielle Russell
F
Danielle Russell
F
Danielle Russell
F
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D048.02
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Leave the peace mural alone
Noted and Supported. The Phase 1 AAP supports enhancing the Peace Mural as a Cultural Landmark in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02).
D048.03
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Support whatever the traders decide is best for the market
Noted. Issues regarding Ridley Road Market will be addressed as part of a different study, the Ridley Road Market Study (RRMS).
D048.04
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Get rid of as much street furniture/signage as possible
Noted and supported. Policies in Chapter 11: Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street encourage a clutter free pedestrian experience with a rationalised and consistent palette of street furniture.
D048.05
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Provide space for cyclists to lock their bikes as taking bikes through the market whilst shopping is hazardous
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes space for cycle parking at the western entrance to Ridley Road Market as shown in Figure 8.1 Pedestrian and Cycle Movement Strategy.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Danielle Russell
Danielle Russell
Comment No.
F
F
D048.06
D048.07
Document Section
5.4 New housing provision
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Build only affordable family homes. We have enough small housing units in Hackney
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the provision of a range of a housing types, with a specific priority for new family accommodation, including affordable housing as detailed in Section 5.3 New housing provision.
Don’t build any more high rise anything
Noted and not supported. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. The Hackney Tall Building Study identifies Tall Buildings as being 10 storeys and above. Tithe AAP must seek to accommodate population increase as supported by the Core Strategy and London Plan and it is therefore not realistic that Dalston will not have any tall buildings.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Danielle Russell
Comment No.
F
D048.08
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Don’t pull down any more buildings, just reinstate them and keep the look of Hackney familiar to the people who live there
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets. Furthermore, development pressure for new development in Dalston is and will be apparent and therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of all new buildings is required and provided as the Phase 1 AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Danielle Russell
D049
F
Amanda McCrea
Amanda McCrea
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D048.09
5.6 Leisure and the night time economy
Whatever is done to the new Dalston Plan make sure there is life there at night and the place does not become a ghost town no go area after dark
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP notes that the night-time economy is crucial to the success of Dalston town centre. This is encouraged in Policy DTC 09 - Improving leisure offer and the night time economy.
5.4 New housing provision
More thought should be given to the proposed plan for any housing that’s built. Are local people going to be able to afford to buy in the area? Lived in Hackney for 30 years but can't afford to buy or rent a flat in the borough grew up in. Will workers on low incomes be able to afford to live n the area? e.g.: teaching assistants, care workers etc. Hackney would benefit from sheltered accommodation for older residents who can't cope on their own but aren't ready to give up their independence
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the provision of a range of a housing types, with a specific priority for new affordable family accommodation, as detailed in Section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Witnessed the Angel urban development which was depressing, sprawling concrete shell with no sense of identity, community or spirit. Don’t let this happen
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03).
D049.01
D049.02
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D050
The Authority
D050.01
None
No specific comments at this stage. Reviewed document should be sent to
[email protected]
Noted.
03 The Masterplan Framework
Masterplan incorporates many of the views and comments HCD promoted through meetings with the council over the past year, in particular, regard to the aim to achieving a planning framework that gives a high priority to respecting and enhancing Dalston's existing creative energies, its voluntary and community sector and diversity.
Noted. The Strategic Delivery Team have undertaken extensive consultation throughout the Phase 1 AAP process including one to one meetings with stakeholders such as HCD, HCVS and HCEN to elicit, discuss and better understand representations to incorporate in the Phase 1 AAP.
Concerned these core aims (relating to the creative, voluntary and community sector) and objectives are not reflected in several of the more detailed proposals within the document
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP incorporates policies to establish ‘Core Community and Creative Quarters’ around Gillett Square and Ashwin Street. These ‘Core Community and Creative Quarters’ designations are designed to support, develop and facilitate cultural, creative, community, voluntary and third sector uses, in part using Council assets to facilitate this through Implementation. The policies relating to the ‘Core Community and Creative Quarters’ are detailed in chapter 07 ‘Supporting culture, creativity, the third sector and community infrastructure’, Chapter 5 -‘Promoting a mix of wellintegrated uses’ and also within the more specific Character Area policies of Gillett
D051
Coal
Hackney Cooperative Developments
Hackney Cooperative Developments
D051.01
D051.02
03 The Masterplan Framework
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response Square and Ashwin Street. The Phase 1 AAP recognises and supports the community and voluntary sectors within Dalston as a whole. The document identifies a number of sites suitable for retention and new floor space for community and voluntary sectors (e.g. Dalston Western Curve sites), and for community facilities (e.g. PCT health centre on east side of Ashwin St or CLR James Library site). The Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan contains a number of community projects/tasks. These include ‘Support/development of community and voluntary sector in Dalston, fostering and developing relations with RSLs/Has, and correlation to the 3rd Sector Accommodation Strategy’, and ‘Map 3rd Sector uses/activities in the town centre’.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Hackney Cooperative Developments
Comment No.
D051.03
D051.04
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Inconsistency in recommendation that Cooperative Workspace premises at 16and18 Dalston Lane and 62 Beechwood Rd form part of opportunity site R for 'retail and residential development' along with CLR James Library. This recommendation goes against objectives to promote Dalston's community facilities capital and preserve its heritage. 1994-2001 premises were rehabilitated to provide a base for small business/social enterprise support and physical development operations in the borough. Also accommodates 2 retail units and 7 community and voluntary sector groups + meeting/training space for 100s of groups. These services complement & add value to the increasing residential densification in Dalston Sq. and this site should be protected, not opened up for redevelopment.
Noted. Policy DTC CA 06 Site P outlines that Site R (now Site P) includes the CLR James Library, 16-22 Dalston Lane and 62 Beechwood Road. The Phase 1 AAP supports the regeneration of the library site to consist of a mixed-used building 4-6 storeys accommodating retail, cultural/creative, third sector and/or community uses at ground with employment and/or residential above. The terrace in the western half of Site P is to be retained and refurbished with existing uses remaining.
5.7 Community Facilities
MP does not translate community led regeneration & the nurturing of Hackney's micro businesses, diversity & social-entrepreneurial energies into realistic openings for this sector to thrive. MP fails to recognise strengths of this sector & consequently provides no practical ideas or means on how to build upon these strengths.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP incorporates policies to establish ‘Core Community and Creative Quarters’ around Gillett Square and Ashwin Street. Please see point 2 above.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
D051.05
D051.06
Document Section
5.7 Community Facilities
None
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Implementation proposals based on old trickle down economic development strategies are known not to impact upon baseline objectives for community benefit e.g. relieving worklessness & other indices of deprivation.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP recognises the need for the community and voluntary sectors based in Dalston to take the lead on addressing indices of deprivation in the town centre and in the Borough as a whole. These sectors are recognised, supported and will be developed further through the measures set out in point 2 above.
As present consultation process continues hope LBH develops an improved level of rational & intelligent response that allows community's core values to be translated into deliverable reality.
Noted. The Strategic Delivery Team have undertaken extensive consultation throughout the Phase 1 AAP process. 160 written submissions were received which resulted in over 1000 individual issues raised. Each of these issues have been carefully and individually considered. Complex balancing of all the community’s and stakeholder values and responses is required, it is considered that the content of the Phase 1 AAP has been amended where appropriate to ensure that the policies and projects proposed reflect those values and responses where appropriate.. The implementation plan in the Phase 1 AAP identifies numerous projects and how these will be implemented to deliver the proposals within the Phase 1 AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
D051.07
D052
Nicola Chittenden
D052.01
Document Section
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Signed petition for premises 62 Beechwood Road/16-18 Dalston for the withdrawal of identification of Opportunity Site R.
Noted. Policy DTC CA 06 Site P outlines that Site R (now Site P) includes the CLR James Library, 16-22 Dalston Lane and 62 Beechwood Road. The Phase 1 AAP supports the regeneration of the library site to consist of a mixed-used building 4-6 storeys accommodating retail, cultural/creative, third sector and/or community uses at ground with employment and/or residential above. The terrace in the western half of Site P is to be retained and refurbished with existing uses remaining.
Don't move the station further north - detrimental to a disabled person as it will be further away from the shops. Currently is an essential transport link for disabled persons to travel on the train and have easy access to the shops. Remodelling is a good plan
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has not at any point considered moving the Station north. There was a consideration to move it to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street, but this is no longer being proposed and the Phase 1 AAP thus proposes that Dalston Kingsland Station stays in its current location and the entrance hall will be refurbished.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
D052.02
D052.03
D052.04
Document Section
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Don’t allow cycle access on pedestrian walkways as they are dangerous to disabled people
Noted. Various improvements to the Pedestrian and Cyclist movement strategy are identified in Policy DTC 17 - Strategic Improvements to the Pedestrian and Cycle Network. In some instances a shared pedestrian and cyclist surface will not result in conflict between cyclists and pedestrians.
Encourage reasonable shops in the shopping centre rather than pound shops e.g.: marks and Spencer, Waitrose, gap, monsoon
Supported - Policies in Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre encourage a range of retail offer, including high street multiple retailers alongside smaller independent stores and for the shopping centre site seek individual shops and public realm to allow outdoor seating and potentially food stalls and outdoor dining.
Zero carbon homes a good idea
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through identifying a preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room as Opportunity Site F9. This is further supported in the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which identifies the undertaking of a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as a short term action. No change required
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D054
Central Networks
D054.01
None
No comments to make
Noted.
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
Supports identification of Roseberry Cottages site as an opportunity site and it should be redeveloped to a scale similar to neighbouring buildings. LDA intends to incorporate site into wider Dalston Junction Interchange scheme and is currently investigating options for development. Proposal is in accordance with London Plan Policy 2A.1 'Sustainability Criteria' and Policy 3A.3 'Maximising potential of sites'.
Noted. Policy DTC CA 07 'Dalston Junction Character Area Site Specific Policy Site O' encourages comprehensive redevelopment of the site to provide a high quality, appropriately designed building for residential use
2.5 Opportunity Sites
Recommends proposed uses for Site J1 include the potential to accommodate Arcola Theatre. Acknowledges reference to theatre shown in an annotation of Figure 15.5 (pg103) but should be included more clearly as a proposed use for this opportunity site. Support to Arcola Theatre is given due to providing a cultural hub in heart of town centre, regeneration of vacant & derelict site & creation of local employment opportunities in creative/cultural industries sector. In accordance with London Plan Policy 2A.1 'Sustainability Criteria', 4A.6 'Decentralised Energy: Heating, Cooling and Power' and 4A.7 'Renewable Energy'. Redevelopment could accommodate theatre, studio/workshop space, office space for small theatre production
Noted. The opportunity site H (formerly J1 in the consultation draft) is now included as a potential site for accommodation of the Arcola Theatre as detailed in Chapter 07 Supporting Culture, Creativity, the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure.
D055
LDA (London Development Agency)
LDA (London Development Agency)
D055.01
D055.02
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
companies, low carbon technologies incubator and cafe providing additional green space for eastern curve
D056
Judy Henderson
Judy Henderson
D056.01
18.2 Implementation and phasing principles
Wider footpaths on Kingsland Rd, the improved crossing from the station and an attractive new entrance to the market should all bee implemented in the short term as they would provide significant improvements to the pleasantness and attractiveness of the area
Noted, Chapter 19 of the Phase 1 AAP incorporates an Implementation Plan and Phasing Strategy identifying opportunity sites and potential projects, their phasing, potential partners in their implementation and potential funding sources. Pedestrian improvements to Kingsland Road are included within the Public Realm, Open Space and Transport section of Figure 19.4.
D056.02
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Like the redevelopment of the shopping centre. Improved north-south pedestrian movement from its redevelopment would reduce the pressure on Kingsland Rd
Noted.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Judy Henderson
Comment No.
D056.03
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Either option for the Dalston Kingsland Station linking to Gillett Sq. or incorporating into the shopping centre would be an improvement
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP no longer proposes a link from Gillett Square to Dalston Kingsland Station nor moving it to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street. Dalston Kingsland Station will stay in its current location with proposals for refurbishment of the entrance hall.
Noted.
Judy Henderson
D056.04
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Eastern curve a fantastic improvement - will make Dalston a destination rather than somewhere to visit only if you have to. Look at success of Broadway market and Columbia Rd flower market - please try to develop park as a matter of urgency.
Judy Henderson
D056.05
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
New buildings and taller buildings can only improve the area's image and vibrancy, and would be an improvement to the area
Noted.
D056.06
5.4 New housing provision
Affordability will remain a key issue, the prices of the Barrett Homes at Dalston Junction are prohibitive to regular working individuals and families for whom social housing is not an option
Noted.
Judy Henderson
Respondent ID
D058
Respondent Name
Alex Blum
Alex Blum
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D058.01
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Maintain the diversity and therefore vibrancy of the area – avoid the risk of over specialisation leading to urban decay in the near future.
Supported – The Phase 1 AAP proposes to build on the existing character of Dalston.
Concerned vibrant, lively, diverse community will not be nurtured/enhanced as stated in masterplan. Danger during regeneration of Dalston becoming too specialised resulting in urban decay in near future. Could be avoided by restoring/maintaining older architecture with few new builds and ensuring facilities for current population are retained.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and cultural landmarks (such as the Rio Cinema etc) in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
D058.01
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Alex Blum
Alex Blum
Comment No.
D058.02
D058.03
Document Section
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Concerned new public spaces will follow pattern of Gillett Square rather than current success of Ashwin St.
Noted. The AAP puts forward a public realm strategy (see Section 06: Enhancing the Public Realm) that includes a range of new public open spaces that will have active frontages and high quality materials to emulate the current success of Ashwin Street.
Capitalise on strengths of an organically developed urban environment such as Ashwin and Abbott Streets.
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, the Phase 1 AAP has inserted a new character area called 'Ashwin Street' to identify the specific strengths of this area and provide policies to enhance and protect the character of this area.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Alex Blum
Comment No.
D058.04
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Don’t lose varied intimate spaces of Ashwin and Abbott Streets by demolishing 2-16 Ashwin St and remaining buildings in Opportunity Site E. Restore these. Older buildings still in use have advantage of lower rents, allowing wider variety of entrepreneurial and creative uses to help maintain the areas of liveliness and diversity.
Noted and supported in part. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, the Phase 1 AAP has inserted a new character area called 'Ashwin Street' to identify the specific strengths of this area and provide policies (Policy 25 - Ashwin Street Character Area) to enhance and protect the character of this area. These policies supports the proposed retention of the V22 building - 10 - 16 Ashwin Street and proposes that any redevelopment and/or refurbishment of Nos. 2 - 8 Ashwin Street is encouraged to consider the retention of the existing buildings and/or existing building facade. Opportunity site E is considered to be appropriate for a 3-4 storeys building that would provide active frontages onto Kingsland High Street and Abbot Street with potential to overlook potential new public open space.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Alex Blum
Alex Blum
Comment No.
D058.05
D058.06
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square
Gillett Square is not welcoming and has no character of its own and feels sterile. Seating feels exposed and unwelcoming. Independently owned restaurants and bars might help but only if square acquires some character and desirability as a place to go, otherwise not enough footfall to sustain them.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP aims to further improve Gillett Square and advocates completion of Phase II to provide a larger, high quality public open space with active frontages to promote activity and safety Chapter 14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square).
14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square
Encouraging bars and restaurants in Gillett Square and Ridley Rd has the potential to give character and purpose to these places and extend the use of Ridley Rd into the evening. However, don’t transform too far into nightlife as the balance might be lost e.g.: Shoreditch/Hoxton too focussed on success of nightlife & no longer feels like a welcoming area to live within. Should have buildings with other types of uses in Gillett Square which also operate during the day - something with an intensive use, perhaps non-cultural to create cross use of the area
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP encourages core day and night-time economy uses around Gillett Square and Ridley Road Market (Figure 5.1 Land Use Strategy).
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Alex Blum
Alex Blum
Comment No.
D058.07
D058.08
Document Section
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Maintain fluid interaction between retail & street space and a sense of exploration & discovery on the high st. Several glassless shop fronts add to the active frontage referred to in masterplan they are important during the day for creating spaces passers-by can wander in & out of a sense of spaces to discover
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of retail spaces to accommodate both local, independent businesses and larger, high street retailers. Section 5.4.2: A balanced approach details the AAP proposals to retain the existing character and vibrancy. Detailed design of the retail units will be determined at the design stage, however grant funding for shop front improvements has been identified as a short/medium term project in Chapter 19 - Phasing and Implementation.
Important to retain flexibility in the structure of the shopping areas to allow shop and market holders to construct their stalls/shop fronts in the most effective way for each retailer and for a variety of boundaries between interior & exterior space to be encouraged.
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of retail spaces to accommodate both local, independent businesses and larger, high street retailers. Section 5.4.2: A balanced approach details the Phase 1 AAP proposals to retain the existing character and vibrancy. Detailed design of the retail units will be determined at the design stage.
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Alex Blum
D058.09
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Important that the first market stalls lead directly onto the street, in terms of access to customers and to attract people further into the market.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter or move Ridley Road Market and its stalls.
D058.10
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Relocating Dalston Kingsland Station into the market could be problematic as residents arriving by train have to fight their way out of the busy market in order to continue their journey home.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP no longer proposes moving the Station to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street. Dalston Kingsland Station will stay in its current location with proposals for refurbishment of the entrance hall.
The height of the building is not the only issue, it is important for the future welfare of the whole are to consider whether a socially and economically more robust environment would be created if the current older buildings were restored or where not derelict, maintained. A mixture of height and era of architecture creates a dynamic, lively, desirable environment homogeneity does not.
Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Furthermore, the AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston and proposes to refurbish existing
Alex Blum
Alex Blum
D058.11
4.4 Building heights strategy
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response buildings where possible.
Alex Blum
D059
Sebastian Eisenberg
D058.12
D059.01
4.4 Building heights strategy
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Where new buildings are created, the relationship between the street and the façade is important. New build should have penetrable facades that express the nature of the internal living space, use materials that reflect the building methods, create interaction between the facade & the street & create spaces for temporary occupation by people during the day (as in the steps, ledges, kerbs in Ashwin St)
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP advocates for high quality architectural design and buildings material throughout the town centre. Chapter 04 Strengthening local character and identity encourages new developments to have active frontages to the public realm.
Huge need for more pedestrian space in the Dalston Junction/Kingsland High St/Dalston Lane area. Area is already dense in vehicular and pedestrian traffic today but building more flats/offices in this area will increase difficulties that are already severe
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure, and relaxation and with pedestrianpriority in Policy DTC 11 - Public Realm Quality and Figure 6.1 Public Realm Strategy. The policies in Chapter 16 Character Area 06: Ashwin Street, encourage a new shared space scheme along the length of Ashwin Street to be implemented through resurfacing with new, high quality materials and design to support and enhance its role as a local pedestrian and cycle dominated street. The AAP must accommodate the requirements for more residential accommodation (as required by the London Plan) and encourages increased amenity space and facilities for any increase in densities.
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D059.02
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Whole proposal wants to turn the area into a business or commercial area for banks, insurances and similar business. This goes against the local character of the area which is more of a local shopping and community services appeal
Not supported. The aim of the Phase 1 AAP, as stated in Section 3.1 The Phase 1 AAP Vision, is to foster a thriving town centre that offers a range of services, including retail, leisure, employment, education, community facilities, as well as new homes and improved job opportunities. Various Strategies and Policies within the Phase 1 AAP support this vision.
Sebastian Eisenberg
D059.03
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Good idea to open up the shopping centre
Noted.
Sebastian Eisenberg
D059.04
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Good idea to keep the character and space of Ridley Rd Market
Supported. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter or move Ridley Road Market.
Sebastian Eisenberg
D059.05
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Good idea to create public open space
Noted.
Sebastian Eisenberg
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Sebastian Eisenberg
Sebastian Eisenberg
Sebastian Eisenberg
Sebastian Eisenberg
Comment No.
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D059.06
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Good idea to facilitate north-south movement would rather 2 new rather than 1 new bridge
Noted. It is not economically feasible to implement 2 new pedestrian bridges across the railway. Furthermore, the proposed location of the new pedestrian/cycle bridge is also instrumental to the retail strategy (Section 5.4) to encourage a footfall and a retail circuit around Ridley Road Market, Kingsland High Street and the Eastern Curve.
D059.07
09 Principle 6: Making the most of public transport
Good idea to make use of the eastern railway
Noted.
D059.08
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Concerned that there are no plans for more pedestrian space along Kingsland High St
Noted and supported. Policies in Chapter 11: Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street encourage a clutter free pedestrian experience with a rationalised and consistent palette of street furniture.
5.4 New housing provision
Concerned about plans to significantly increase density of housing around Eastern Railway, especially no south side and effectively shading open space. Also concerned about building more houses with 4+ levels (is this Dalston or Canary Wharf?). Keep the scale of new build within the scale of traditional London housing - avoid turning the area into a ghetto of tomorrow.
Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5)
D059.09
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Officer Response which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. The Hackney Tall Building Study identifies Tall Buildings as being 10 storeys and above, therefore the low - mid-rise buildings (4-6 storeys) proposed for the Kingsland Shopping Centre site on the north side and 4-8 storeys on Site J2 and 5-8 storeys on Site L on the south-eastern side of the Eastern Curve are considered appropriate in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The part 14-storey residential building at 15 Ramsgate Street is already under construction and Site 0 (26-28 Ramsgate Street) has planning permission for a building rising from 1 to 10 storeys. The exact height, design and architectural style of proposed buildings on either side of the Eastern Curve will be determined at the detailed design stage to limit overshadowing on the Eastern Curve. Regarding the increase in density, the AAP must seek to accommodate population increase as supported by the Core Strategy and London Plan.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Sebastian Eisenberg
D060
Clare Johnson
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D059.10
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Concerned about building the tall building at the end of Ridley Rd Market (G2) which will cut the square off from the characterful streets north and north-east of it
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a building height of up to 6 storeys on site G2 (Chapter 13 Character Area 03 Ridley Road), which is not a tall building as defined in Hackney's Tall Building Study.
Concerned about the loss of historic & characterful buildings and their replacement with generic blocks, especially high-rise buildings. Don’t demolish any more historic buildings
Noted and not supported - The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
D060.01
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Clare Johnson
Clare Johnson
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D060.02
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
New building should get the stamp of approval from the local community before going ahead
Noted. The AAP will be subject to ongoing community consultation and detailed development applications will also be subject to consultation.
Ashwin Street and peace mural should be conserved. Currently seeing a loss in street space, light and character.
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks (such as the Peace Mural) in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, the Phase 1 AAP has inserted a new character area called 'Ashwin Street' to identify the specific strengths of this area and provide policies (Policy 25 - Ashwin Street Character Area) to enhance and protect the character of this area. These policies supports the proposed retention of the V22 building - 10 - 16 Ashwin Street and proposes that any
D060.03
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
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Officer Response redevelopment and/or refurbishment of Nos. 2 - 8 Ashwin Street is encouraged to consider the retention of the existing buildings and/or existing building facade.
Clare Johnson
Clare Johnson
Clare Johnson
Ridley Road Market should be preserved
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to move or alter Ridley Road Market.
D060.05
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
Identikit vision where Dalston's special quirks will be replaced with the bland ugliness of Moorgate or the new spitalfields - not good. Do development by restoring and conserving heritage instead
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports retaining the unique character of Dalston and the vision put forward strongly emphasises how proposed development should reflect and respect the existing character and vibrancy of the area. Section 04: Strengthening local character and identity further supports the vision.
D060.06
5.4 New housing provision
Asks why council blocks that are being demolished in the queensbridge quarter are having most of land re-allocated to luxury flats instead of affordable housing
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP facilitates affordable housing in new development in Section 5.3 new Housing Provision.
D060.04
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Respondent ID
D061
Respondent Name
Amy Erickson
Amy Erickson
Amy Erickson
Comment No.
D061.01
Document Section
4.4 Building heights strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Don’t want tall buildings anywhere in Dalston. They are destructive of amenity, human scale and community cohesion
Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
D061.02
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Linear park should be an integral part of the plan - not aspirational
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP puts forward the vision for Dalston Park (Eastern Curve) as integral to the plan and part of the Implementation Plan in Chapter 19 Phasing Strategy and Implementation Plan.
D061.03
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
The council's motion for 20mph speed limits should be specified in the plan
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan in Chapter 19 identifies an the investigation of 20mph speed limit zone for town centre as a short term project.
Respondent ID
D062
Respondent Name
Michael Calderbank
Michael Calderbank
Comment No.
D062.01
D062.02
Document Section
4.4 Building heights strategy
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Dalston's clear distinct cultural and physical identity should be retained and not spoilt with any more tall buildings that will turn Dalston indistinguishable from anywhere else
Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
Any new buildings should be built to the Passivhaus standard for energy efficiency. S106 and other regeneration monies used to retrofit existing buildings to drastically cut energy use and adapt them to climate change. A district heating system would suit the central area
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through identifying a preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room as Opportunity Site F9. This is further supported in the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which identifies the undertaking of a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as a short term action. No change required
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Michael Calderbank
D062.03
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Michael Calderbank
D062.04
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Michael Calderbank
D062.05
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Don’t want to see any more chain stores but would like to see local people helped to start their own businesses
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
New public spaces need to be created but not at the expense of places such as Gillett Square. Supports Eastern Curve.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose altering Gillett Square as a public open space.
Supports more restaurants and bars in places like Gillett Square
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes that the new development on the northern side of Gillett Square will have a mix of uses, including restaurants, cafes and the like in Chapter 13 - Character Area 04-Gillett Square. Furthermore figure 5.1 - Land Use Strategy in Chapter 5 - Promoting a mix of well integrated uses identifies areas for core day and evening economy uses around Gillett Square and the Kingsland Shopping Centre Site. Policies to improve the leisure and night time economy are provided in Section 5.5 'Overview of leisure
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Officer Response and the night-time economy'.
Michael Calderbank
Michael Calderbank
Michael Calderbank
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Ridley Rd Market should be kept as a mixed market with a wide range of offers, including fresh food, accessible to people on a low income
Noted and supported. The Phase AAP does not propose changing the offer of Ridley Road Market.
D062.07
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Encourage and enable more journeys by bicycle and on foot to help minimise the use of private motorised vehicles. A 20mph zone should cover the entire area, including Kingsland Rd/Dalston Lane
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP encourages journeys by foot and bicycle, as noted in Chapter 8 - Getting around the town centre. The Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan in Chapter 19 identifies an the investigation of 20mph speed limit zone for town centre as a short term project.
D062.08
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Supports redevelopment of Shopping Centre to integrate it with surrounding streets and Ridley Rd Market.
Noted and supported.
D062.06
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Michael Calderbank
D063
Bea Alabaser
Bea Alabaser
Comment No.
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D062.09
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Rhodes Estate should be integrated with Dalston centre. Could be achieved by keeping and refurbishing CLR james Library as a community facility and enhancing the central entrance to the estate along Woodland St, linking Fenton Close with a new walk and cycle way to the rear of Dalston Terrace and opening up Crosby walk as a major pedestrian/cycle route. Rhodes Estate should be improved and retained as an estate for families, with measures taken to ensure properties are not all taken over by buy to let landlords
Noted. The phase 1 AAP supports improved pedestrian and cyclist connections between the Rhodes Estate and the town centre through the implementation of improved north-south and east-west links, in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane' and the Pedestrian and Cyclist Strategy in Chapter 08 - Getting around the Town Centre.
D063.01
4.4 Building heights strategy
Dalston's clear distinct cultural and physical identity should be retained and not spoilt with any more tall buildings that will turn Dalston indistinguishable from anywhere else
D063.02
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Any new buildings should be built to the Passivhaus standard for energy efficiency. S106 and other regeneration monies used to retrofit existing buildings to drastically cut energy use and adapt them to climate change. A district heating system would suit the central area
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through identifying a preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room as Opportunity Site F9. This is further supported in the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which identifies the undertaking of a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as a short term action. No change required
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Bea Alabaser
D063.03
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Bea Alabaser
D063.04
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Bea Alabaser
D063.05
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Don’t want to see any more chain stores but would like to see local people helped to start their own businesses
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
New public spaces need to be created but not at the expense of places such as Gillett Square. Supports Eastern Curve.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose altering Gillett Square as a public open space.
Supports more restaurants and bars in places like Gillett Square
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes that the new development on the northern side of Gillett Square will have a mix of uses, including restaurants, cafes and the like in Chapter 13 - Character Area 04-Gillett Square. Furthermore figure 5.1 - Land Use Strategy in Chapter 5 - Promoting a mix of well integrated uses identifies areas for core day and evening economy uses around Gillett Square and the Kingsland Shopping Centre Site. Policies to improve the leisure and night time economy are provided in Section 5.5 'Overview of leisure and the night-time economy'.
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Bea Alabaser
D063.06
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Ridley Rd Market should be kept as a mixed market with a wide range of offers, including fresh food, accessible to people on a low income
Noted and supported. The Phase AAP does not propose changing the offer of Ridley Road Market.
D063.07
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Encourage and enable more journeys by bicycle and on foot to help minimise the use of private motorised vehicles. A 20mph zone should cover the entire area, including Kingsland Rd/Dalston Lane
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP encourages journeys by foot and bicycle, as noted in Chapter 8 - Getting around the town centre. The Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan in Chapter 19 identifies an the investigation of 20mph speed limit zone for town centre as a short term project.
D063.08
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Supports redevelopment of Shopping Centre to integrate it with surrounding streets and Ridley Rd Market.
Noted and supported.
Bea Alabaser
Bea Alabaser
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Bea Alabaser
D064
No name
Comment No.
D063.09
D064.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Rhodes Estate should be integrated with Dalston centre. Could be achieved by keeping and refurbishing CLR james Library as a community facility and enhancing the central entrance to the estate along Woodland St, linking Fenton Close with a new walk and cycle way to the rear of Dalston Terrace and opening up Crosby walk as a major pedestrian/cycle route. Rhodes Estate should be improved and retained as an estate for families, with measures taken to ensure properties are not all taken over by buy to let landlords
Noted. The AAP supports closer integration of the Rhodes Estate with the heart of Dalston town centre through the implementation of improved north-south and east-west links, most notably southward from Dalston Lane. Figure 8.1: Pedestrian and Cyclist Movement Strategy highlights the connections between the town centre and the Rhodes Estate.
The Vision for Dalston is hard to agree or disagree with - very general
Noted. The Council feels the vision of the AAP is specific to Dalston and this is illustrated in Section 3.1: The Masterplan Vision, particularly under the point 'strengthening Dalston's distinctive character.'
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
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Tall buildings discourage sense of community and belonging. Particularly against tall buildings i) next to eh station ii) at the eastern end of the market 'market square'.
Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
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D064.02
4.4 Building heights strategy
No name
D064.03
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
All the proposals look good - would call the eastern curve a strip more than a park
Noted.
D064.04
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Glad to see Winchester Place is to be retained essential for residents who don’t want to plough through a throng to get to the High St. Pedestrian routes in general look good
Noted.
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D064.05
D064.06
Document Section
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Supports more restaurants and bars in Gillett Square but not in Ridley Rd Market as it will change its character
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the provision of a range of new leisure, day and night-time economy uses throughout Dalston Town Centre, including within the Ridley Road character area and Gillett Square as detailed in Draft Policy DTC 09). The Council does not feel that this will change the character of this area.
Low or zero carbon homes looks good as long as they are affordable
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through advocating using less energy through adopting sustainable design and construction measures. Energy efficiency is a key consideration in the Energy Chapter of the Phase 1 AAP and there is an expectation that the built environment will be updated and improved to maximise the potential of higher energy efficiency levels where possible. Sustainable construction practices such as Passive House standard will also be particularly encouraged and the promotion and delivery of zero-carbon buildings is identified within the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) as an action to be undertaken
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Officer Response across the life of the AAP. No change required
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D064.07
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Supports the remodelling of Dalston Kingsland Station. Against moving the station as transport for locals and shopping need to be near each other but separated
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP no longer proposes moving the Station to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street. Dalston Kingsland Station will stay in its current location with proposals for refurbishment of the entrance hall.
D064.08
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Get rid of ugly/dangerous traffic rails and bollards. Good quality paving and street surfacing
Noted and supported. Policies in Chapter 11: Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street encourage a clutter free pedestrian experience with a rationalised and consistent palette of street furniture.
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No name
No name
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D064.09
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Asks if the council will help keep the market clean? It doesn't now
Noted. Maintenance and management of the Market is not within the scope of the AAP, but is addressed as part of a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Study (RRMS).
D064.10
5.4 New housing provision
Low rise buildings for the market are very important
Supported – the Phase 1 AAP proposes low rise in Ridley Road (refer to Building Heights Strategy 4.5)
Arcola Theatre should stay where it is - its offbeat/local/shabby/friendly. If it has to move, Gillett Square would be the right place for it connect with the cultural hub and character
Not supported - . As noted in point 4 of Section 7.2 in the Phase 1 AAP, 'the Arcola Theatre has expressed interest in potentially relocating into Dalston town centre,' (Arcola Street is outside the AAP boundary). As the Arcola Theatre requires approximately 800sqm footprint and 2,500 sqm of total floor space, the Phase 1 AAP identifies two potential locations. These are site H (eastern site of Ashwin Street) and Site D2 (western side of Ashwin Street south of the Shiloh Pentecostal Church) to be located in the Core 'Community and Creative Quarter' of Ashwin Street. Other sites could be considered.
D064.11
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
No name
D065
Comment No.
D064.12
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Keep the building next to the mural
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation of cultural landmarks, such as the Peace Mural in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02). The Phase 1 AAP encourages comprehensive development of site I (east of the Peace Mural) to develop a maximum 4 storeys building, mixed use development with retail at the ground floor and residential above is Policy DTC - CA 06 - Dalston Lane Character Area - Sire Specific Policies for Site I.
No name
D064.13
5.7 Community Facilities
Need a community centre with a cheap café (like in Camden)
Noted. Chapter 07 Supporting Culture, Creativity, the Third Sector and Community infrastructure requires new development to make provision for improved and additional community facilities and infrastructure provision.
Hazel Capper
D065.01
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Keep Ridley Road Market as a vibrant heart of the area
Noted and supported.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Hazel Capper
D066
Family Mosaic
Family Mosaic
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D065.02
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Avoid bringing in too many chain stores and creating a clone town
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
D066.01
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Support designation of site as opportunity site N. It has planning permission and will come forward shortly delivering new homes and employment space.
Noted.
Not relevant to have 4 options for the site as it already has planning permission and development will come forward shortly. Table 5 should reflect the planning permission exists for site N. Site N2 is residential, N1 is predominantly residential - both should be shaded yellow
Noted. Site L (formerly N during consultation) has only one option shown. Site L is within the Priority Employment Area and is therefore listed as 'predominantly employment,' though the document notes that this includes other uses, including residential (Chapter 15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve). Until the development that has been granted Planning Approval is constructed on site, the site needs guidance in case the Planning Approval is not implemented.
D066.02
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Family Mosaic
Family Mosaic
Comment No.
D066.03
D066.04
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Section 5.2 land use should be a more flexible approach with sites able to come forward due to current economic situation. Reference to B1 workspace too restrictive as other commercial uses can generate jobs/employment.
Supported - Section 5.2 Employment facilities has a policy that requires development within the Priority Employment Area to provide B1 workspace and/or alternative employment space that will support a variety of sectors, without displacing shops or any other A use.
Question the requirement for a general uplift of employment generating floor space given current economic situation. Should be more flexibility with an emphasis on job generation rather than floor space provision
Noted. Some of the area north of Dalston Lane falls within a Priority Employment Area, as designated in the Core Strategy, which requires a general uplift in employment. The policies relating to Employment facilities are in Section 5.2. The phase 1 AAP encourages employment space within the Priority Employment Area to facilitate employment opportunities within the town centre.
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Family Mosaic
Family Mosaic
Family Mosaic
Comment No.
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D066.05
5.4 New housing provision
4th point in masterplan seeks Code 4 for new development - land values in areas of the borough are low, some more expensive sustainability measures are not viable and this should be recognised. Important that development still occurs. Planning policy should into duplicate building regulations
Noted. Section 10: Maximising Energy Efficiency clarifies the standard of development that will be required.
D066.06
5.4 New housing provision
Section 5.4.2 repeats ratios from GLAs Housing SPG but unclear if these are to be followed to just repeated as a matter of fact. The actual ratios in the Dalston area should also be specified to avoid confusion
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP details Dalston's housing requirements in Section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
15.1 Existing features to be addressed
Figure 15.1 is unclear with the colour designation for the site. Some of the site fronting onto Tyssen St is shaded yellow but there isn't a key. The other half of the site is purple, however the permission issued overall is predominantly residential with only residential. Re-designate site as either mixed use, or part residential, part mixed use.
Noted. Sites K and L (formerly M and N) are within the Priority Employment Area and are shown as being 'predominantly residential,'.
D066.07
Respondent ID
D067
Respondent Name
Marc Zakian
Marc Zakian
Marc Zakian
Comment No.
D067.01
D067.02
D067.03
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Market is run down and causes parking and litter problems for surrounding area. Should be contained in smaller and better maintained area. Junction with St Marks Rise has become noisy, dirty and semi-shacks have been erected alongside metal containers. Used for drug dealing at night. This part should be removed and replaced with an open area and entrance with green space. The market could offer more variety and less cheap rubbish. Storage area for market is tatty and run down
Noted. Specific issues regarding the management and maintenance of Ridley Road Market are part of a separate study, RRMIS.
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Too many pound shops, fast food outlets and betting shops on Kingsland Rd. Very run down and intimidating at night - metal shutters don’t allow light to pass onto road and there is no night time economy here
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP now includes a policy on supporting the night-time economy, as described in Section 5: Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses and specifically, Draft Policy DTC 09: Improving the Leisure Offer and the Night-time Economy.
9.3 Parking Strategy
Parking is not properly managed especially on side streets. Double yellow lines are not patrolled during weekends leading to cars blocking side streets causing congestion, pollution and making the area unattractive. Cars constantly illegally pull up on Kingsland Rd blocking traffic.
Noted, however outside the scope of the Phase 1 AAP. No change required.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Marc Zakian
Marc Zakian
Marc Zakian
Comment No.
D067.04
D067.05
D067.06
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
5.4 New housing provision
To replace buildings demolished for Western Curve need high quality private residential buildings to encourage night time economy and feeling of safety at night. Buildings should be of high quality materials reflecting the Victorian terraces which have been lost and open onto streets to encourage safety - not shuttered off, low end shops
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP promotes high quality buildings throughout the town centre area. The Phase 1 AAP now includes a policy on supporting the night-time economy, as described in Section 5: Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses and specifically, Policy DTC 09: Improving the Leisure Offer and the Night-time Economy.
Cultural and evening economy should be encouraged with the presence of police on the streets at night
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP now includes a policy on supporting and encouraging the night-time economy, as described in Section 5: Promoting a mix of wellintegrated uses and specifically, Policy DTC 09: Improving the Leisure Officer and the Night-time Economy. The Metropolitan Police Authority have been consulted with throughout the formulation of the Phase 1 AAP and provision for Policing has been addressed in Policy DTC 14 - Community Infrastructure.
Gillett Square should stop being a car park. Millions spent on creating a car park and a nice environment for alcoholics to sit outside
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes that Phase II of the Gillett Square scheme is finished and that the Square is reinvigorated with new, active frontages on the north side of the Square to increase its activity, vibrancy and attractiveness (Chapter 14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square).
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Marc Zakian
Marc Zakian
Marc Zakian
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D067.07
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Kingsland Rd pavement overcrowded, cluttered with shops placing items on street limiting space and disused phone boxes. E.g.: bus stop outside Abbey - people trying to use cash points and bus stops fighting for space and getting angry
Noted and supported. Policies in Chapter 11: Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street encourage a clutter free pedestrian experience with a rationalised and consistent palette of street furniture.
D067.08
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Poor quality 60/70s buildings e.g.: Peacocks next to station - site should be redeveloped
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP advises that the Peacocks Site (Site C) is redeveloped in Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre.
No high quality hotel operating in Dalston. Even a good chain such as Holiday Inn. With transport link this could be an opportunity especially with the development of the night time economy.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not specify any hotel uses in Dalston, but now includes a policy on supporting the night-time economy, as described in Section 5: Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses and in Section 5.5 Improving the Leisure Officer and the Night-time Economy.
D067.09
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Marc Zakian
D068
Hackney Party
Hackney Party
Green
Green
Comment No.
Document Section
D067.10
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
D068.01
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
D068.02
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Lack of green space in Dalston - a garden and green space would enhance the area
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm. These include green and hard-landscaped areas.
With new tube and increased foot traffic flows circulation needs to be improved and new services need to be provided
Noted and supported. Improved 'circulation' is addressed in Chapter 08 - Getting around the town centre. Policy DTC 14 Community Infrastructure requires all new development to make provision for improved and additional community facilities and infrastructure provision to support population growth. Particular locations to accommodate new/improved community facilities are identified.
This is a chance to create new public and green space
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm. These include green and hard-landscaped areas.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Hackney Party
Hackney Party
Hackney Party
Green
Green
Green
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D068.03
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
This is a chance to create jobs for local people and to encourage local small businesses
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
D068.04
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
Dalston Square development has min. legal environmental spec and only provides minimal amount of affordable housing. Likely to be very little net gain in community space or facilities. With exception of tube, not considered to bring any improvements to lives of Dalston residents.
Noted, however outside the scope of the Phase 1 AAP as the design of Dalston Square was determined prior to the commencement of this document.
Crucial the feelings of local residents are considered
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has been consulted on twice: first at the Baseline stage and again at the Draft Masterplan stage (March - June 2009). All community responses have been considered and the final Phase 1 AAP incorporates community responses where appropriate.
D068.05
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Officer Response
Hackney Party
D068.06
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Imperative the market survives in its current or augmented form as its seen by majority of local population as the centre of Dalston
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose altering or moving Ridley Road Market.
D068.07
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Desire/need to attract new retailers must not be to the detriment of existing shops/cafes. Do not want a high St. clone. Should have a restriction on the size of retail units and offering incentives/assistance to small retailers wanting to set up. Want to see development that supports a balanced range of shops.
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
D068.08
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
The need to promote employment in Dalston mustn’t be forgotten - need to promote Hackney again as a suitable location for light industrial and cultural enterprises
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP facilitates employment uses and the Priority Employment Area in Chapter 5: Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses (Policy DTC 06 - Employment Provision and Priority Employment Area).
Hackney Party
Hackney Party
Green
Green
Green
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Hackney Party
Hackney Party
Green
Green
Comment No.
D068.09
D068.10
Document Section
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Recognised the acute shortage of housing in London but points out large amounts of housing in Hackney is empty. Council should enforce the use of empty properties in the borough. Where possible favour refurbishment of existing buildings rather than new-built and infill rather than entirely new blocks. Where new residential units are built - expect to see 50% affordable housing
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP promotes a mix of refurbishment to existing buildings and new development throughout the town centre. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation of buildings of historic and architectural merit as a locally listed buildings and cultural landmarks (such as the Peace Mural) in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Affordable housing requirements (encouraging 50 per cent affordable housing in new development) are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
All new builds should produce energy & include the possibility of connection to a local grid. Consider larger-scale renewable energy production and how this could be distributed to those in need. Use methods of construction and materials that consider environmental impact and sustainability. Council needs to be much more ambitious in its sustainability agenda than it has to date
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through advocating using less energy through adopting sustainable design and construction measures. Energy efficiency is a key consideration in the Energy Chapter of the Phase 1 AAP and there is an expectation that the built environment will be updated and improved to maximise the potential of higher energy efficiency levels where possible. Sustainable construction practices such as Passive House standard will also be
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response particularly encouraged and the promotion and delivery of zero-carbon buildings is identified within the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) as an action to be undertaken across the life of the AAP. Policy DTC 21 also identifies a preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room as Opportunity Site F9 which is further supported through the Implementation Plan which identifies a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as a action to be undertaking in the short term. No change required
Hackney Party
Green
D068.11
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Given net loss of biodiversity with development of railway embankments at Dalston Square - all new flat-roof buildings should feature brown or green roofs. Should also explore possibility of green walls within town centre to mitigate pollution/regulate temperatures/maintain biodiversity. Green wall could be Dalston's 21st century mural
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes green roofs throughout the town centre (see Figure 6.1: Public Realm Strategy) and the adoption of sustainable design and construction measures and renewable energy is advocated in Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction'. No change required
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Hackney Party
Hackney Party
Hackney Party
Green
Green
Green
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D068.12
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Welcomes the promotion of new open spaces but concerned should be proper public space not privately owned by a company where the public is given permission to use it, with private security guards patrolling
The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure, and relaxation in Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm. These include both green and hard-landscaped areas.
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Should be provision of public toilets and seating particularly important for elderly and visitors
Noted. Public toilets are now addressed in Section 7.3.5 Public Conveniences and will be considered as part of the detailed development of the proposed new public open spaces, in the redeveloped Kingsland Shopping Centre and as part of the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
All developments should discourage crime and should not create new opportunities for crime. Where there are potential crime hotspots commission a study to show how the planning process can design out problems e.g.: a space for graffiti art like the tunnel under Waterloo Station
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP includes principles to 'design out crime' through various policies such as providing active building frontages and public lighting strategy etc. The implementation Plan in Part D of the Phase 1 AAP identifies improved town centre crime prevention and safety measures within the town centre.
D068.13
D068.14
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
D069
London Borough of Newham
D070
Dalston Ward Labour Party
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D069.01
02 Understanding the Place
Chapter 2 on Context - Figure 2.1 omits the London Borough of Newham. Requests the strategic location and importance of Stratford Town Centre be recognised
Supported - Figure 2.1 now better illustrates the AAP area and the London Borough of Hackney in a wider context, including Stratford Town Centre.
Another key issue to be addressed: planning and structural analysis of what can and should be preserved and what should be replaced with high quality new buildings
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings (such as 2-4 Kingsland High Street) and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
D070.01
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Dalston Ward Labour Party
Dalston Ward Labour Party
Dalston Ward Labour Party
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D070.02
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Another key issue to be addressed: how to ensure that all new buildings are of high quality design and build
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP promotes new high quality buildings throughout its policies for the town centre.
D070.03
5.7 Community Facilities
Another key issue to be addressed: how best to support quality family social activities within the town centre
Noted. The provision of specific family social activities are not within the scope of the Phase 1 AAP. The Phase 1 AAP does, however, put forward proposals for a range of sites suitable for community facilities, which could house a range of organisations that co-ordinate social activities (Chapter 07 Supporting Culture, Creativity, the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure).
D070.04
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Another key issue to be addressed: how to ensure Ridley Road Market is still visible and easily accessible from Kingsland High Street
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter, move or decrease the visibility and accessibility of Ridley Road Market from Kingsland High Street.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Dalston Ward Labour Party
Dalston Ward Labour Party
Comment No.
D070.05
D070.06
Document Section
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
7.7 Youth facilities
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Another key issue to be addressed: how to plan and meet business and community demand for premises in the area and the need to develop a substantial community meeting resource which can be used in the evenings and weekends
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre. Section 7.3 Supporting Community Facilities/Infrastructure policy requires all new development to make provision for improved and additional community facilities and infrastructure provision to support population growth. Some locations for community facilities and infrastructure are identified and the Implementation Plan in Part D identifies the provision of a community hall/social club.
Another key issue to be addressed: the need to develop education/training projects for young people within Dalston
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP put forward proposals for a range of sites suitable for community facilities, which could house education/training projects. The Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) also includes a number of potential projects, such as the provision of youth social facilities, as actions to be investigated in the short/medium term
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Respondent Name
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Officer Response
In general members support overall vision. Concerned that Dalston has been hampered by its design along two major roads creating a lack of permeability and freedom for pedestrians to roam safely around the area. The need to change this should be at the heart of the vision could also provide more specifics behind the definition of 'community facilities and resources'.
Noted. Chapter 7: Supporting Creativity, Culture, Community and the Third Sector has been revised to better define the community facilities and resources proposed as part of the Phase 1 AAP.
Dalston Ward Labour Party
D070.07
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
Dalston Ward Labour Party
D070.08
2.5 Opportunity Sites
Members view current list of opportunity sites as comprehensive
Noted.
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Any plans for tall buildings should be chosen carefully to ensure no disruption of Dalston's original Victorian streetscape. Hackney has previously spent large amounts of money demolishing poorly designed & maintained high rise social housing. Avoid repeating those mistakes - development proposals should be for high quality design, with sustainable management arrangements. Should not include accommodation for families unless this is clearly linked to associated supervised play spaces
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports high quality design and careful consideration and detailed design of all taller buildings proposed within the Town Centre. The Phase 1 AAP also proposes a range of play spaces, as identified in Figure 6.1: Public Realm Strategy to meet the increased play facility needs of an increased population.
Dalston Ward Labour Party
D070.09
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Dalston Ward Labour Party
Dalston Ward Labour Party
Comment No.
D070.10
D070.11
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
14.3 Proposals for Character Area 04
An additional park space would benefit the town centre but questions about how this would work in practice - how do you get it underground unless the entire site is redeveloped? Is it intended to use the existing cutting and tunnel as an access space to the south of Dalston Lane? Will it link to a bridge over the railway line at the east end of Ridley Road?
Noted. The new park (Dalston Park) along the Eastern Curve is not proposed to be underground (refer to Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm)
5.6 Leisure and the night time economy
Already great evening venues in Dalston and there are further opportunities in this area. Should take account of need to develop greater range of restaurants & café facilities for families during daytime shopping; should develop an active evening economy strategy to provide support for businesses & effective monitoring on the impact on local economy (noise, crime etc); Ridley Rd & Gillett Square offer opportunities for restaurants & bars but particularly for the Market. Vital that development is not at expense of providing proper support for market holders and their customers (e.g.: storage of equipment, provision of toilet facilities) & ensuring market remains viable.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP now includes a policy on supporting the night-time economy, as described in Chapter 5: Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses and specifically, Policy DTC 09: Improving the Leisure Offer and the Night-time Economy. The AAP does not propose to move or alter Ridley Road Market.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Dalston Ward Labour Party
Dalston Ward Labour Party
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D070.12
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Proposals are positive. Should ensure existing community facilities are fit for purpose & available for use by locals. Need for development of substantial community meeting resource - could be part of larger resource centre to house a small library, café, educational resource with large meeting area & several smaller ones.
Section 7.3 Supporting Community Facilities/Infrastructure policy requires all new development to make provision for improved and additional community facilities and infrastructure provision to support population growth. Some locations for community facilities and infrastructure are identified and the Implementation Plan in Part D identifies the provision of a community hall/social club.
D070.13
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Plan does not highlight Hackney as hub of political activity in broad terms e.g.: entrance to Ridley Rd market asking for signatures/giving out leaflets. Should be recognised as part of diversity of Dalston contributing to thriving atmosphere
Noted.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Dalston Ward Labour Party
Dalston Ward Labour Party
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D070.14
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Welcome moves to make town centre more pedestrian friendly. Difficult to see in masterplan how proposals will work in practice - lack of coordination in the plan in this respect
Noted and not supported. Chapter 08 Getting around the town centre provides coordinated strategies to improve movement around the town centre for pedestrians, cyclists etc.
Excellent proposal to build new low or zero carbon homes. Should extend energy efficiency measures to existing buildings to make large overall impact to area's carbon footprint. Strategy must address the need to refit old buildings, whilst retaining their character
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to retain and enhance buildings of historic, cultural and townscape merit and includes policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and 'Heritage' (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets which support retention. Note that Chapter 10 'Maximising Energy Efficiency'
D070.15
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response has been amended to ensure it is more specific to Dalston and Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' advocates decreasing the overall CO2 emissions in the town centre particularly by adopting sustainable design and construction measures. No change required
Dalston Ward Labour Party
Dalston Ward Labour Party
D070.16
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Better use of existing site is good idea as is making more intensive use of the car park to release space for other uses. Proposals lack clarity - how would access to the car park from Queensbridge Rd work in practice?
Noted The Shopping Centre redevelopment will be subject to more detailed briefing and design such as access arrangements. The Implementation Plan in Chapter 19 Phasing and Implementation identifies the development of an appropriate design brief for the Kingsland Shopping Centre as a short term project. The Phase 1 AAP in Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre proposes access to the Shopping Centre from Dalston Lane and not Quennsbridge Road.
D070.17
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Remodelling station is good idea providing it retains a frontage on the high St. to provide a sense of location. Advantages of a location that would enable longer trains to be accommodated
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP no longer proposes moving the Station to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street. Dalston Kingsland Station will stay in its current location with proposals for refurbishment of the entrance hall.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Dalston Ward Labour Party
Dalston Ward Labour Party
Dalston Ward Labour Party
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D070.18
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
There isn't any mention of developing high quality hotels in the area. Proximity to the city and excellent transport links seem to make Dalston a prime location for such development
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not specify any hotel uses in Dalston, but now includes a policy on supporting the night-time economy, as described in Section 5: Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses and in Section 5.5 Improving the Leisure Officer and the Night-time Economy.
D070.19
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
No mention of encouraging change of use to redundant retail upper stories lining Kingsland Rd and supporting it with a vigorous empty property programme to make the town centre more viable and safer
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP puts forward a vision that addresses the ground and upper floors of all opportunity sites.
5.6 Leisure and the night time economy
Should include proposals to develop more family entertainment in the area to encourage visitors to stay for longer periods e.g.: multi-screen cinema would complement the Rio and would enable residents to stay in the borough to see films not currently shown at the Rio
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not put forward a proposal for a multi-screen cinema, though this may be a consideration at the later, detailed design stage as the redevelopment of Kingsland Shopping Centre comes forward.
D070.20
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Dalston Ward Labour Party
D072
Jon Theo
Comment No.
D070.21
D072.01
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
18.2 Implementation and phasing principles
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
What is the current ownership status of 10-16 Ashwin St and are there plans for the development of a black arts cultural centre on or around the same site?
Noted. Nos. 10-16 Ashwin Street is currently the V22 building, which is owned by the London Borough of Hackney. The Phase 1 AAP encourages retention of the V22 building. The V22 building is part of Opportunity site H which is encouraged for part redevelopment and refurbishment to potentially allow for a building of very high quality and innovative design to reflect the scale of this character area, with mixed-use to accommodate a range of uses including retail, employment, cultural, community, third sector and residential uses and potentially a Chelsea-Hackney/Crossrail Line Station/ticket hall and a re-located Arcola theatre as detail in Policy DTC - CA 04 - Ashwin Street Character Area SiteSpecific Policy.
In the current climate and foreseeable future it is unlikely that development on the scale proposed will be undertaken by developers. Therefore the plan as a whole is not deliverable (PPS12: planning document must be effective)
Noted, the Phase 1 AAP incorporates a Phasing Strategy (Chapter 19) which identifies the delivery opportunities and constraints. This strategy recognises the collective impact on deliverability of the costs associated with affordable housing, s106 contributions and environmental specifications in the current and foreseeable short-term economic climate
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jon Theo
Jon Theo
Comment No.
D072.02
D072.03
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Plan doesn't mention providing public space for allotments/other food growing areas. Crucial in Dalston to build in measures for food resilience in the event of another oil price hike. Dalston is critically low on food-growing areas and this must be addressed for the safety and security of local people
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm. These include green and hard-landscaped areas. Some community garden could be considered at detailed design stage.
Plan shows narrow pedestrian streets between very high retail & business premises. Going to become dangerous alleyways offering a home to undesirables when normal shopping traffic isn't present. Street plan is not well thought out and is not open enough to allow easy self-monitoring by residents
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP encourages active building frontages along principal routes in Policy DTC 02 - Respecting and Enhancing Local Character and in Figure 3.1 The Phase 1 AAP Framework. Active building frontages with mix use development (e.g. retail and residential) will increase casual surveillance of the principal routes and therefore improve safety and security of these routes.
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jon Theo
Jon Theo
Comment No.
D072.04
D072.05
Document Section
4.4 Building heights strategy
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Condemned/ugly high-rise buildings have been removed to be replaced by new ugly ones at the junction. This mistake must not be repeated. Request a moratorium on plans for building over the height of 3 stories which is evident in most of the original building in the area (PPS12: plan must be justified)
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
The new buildings planned for the Eastern Curve are excessively tall and will block out sunlight, making any green space planned for nearby unusable for anything other than grassed over areas for dog toilets.
Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. The Hackney Tall Building Study identifies Tall Buildings as being 10 storeys and above, therefore the low - mid-rise buildings (4-6 storeys)
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response proposed for the Kingsland Shopping Centre site (with taller elements in appropriate locations) on the north side and 4-8 storeys on Site J2 and 5-8 storeys on Site L on the south-eastern side of the Eastern Curve are considered appropriate in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location.
Jon Theo
D072.06
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Only enough provision of children's play space in options 3 & 4. These are essential to prevent further isolation of young people in a suburban context
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP puts forward a range of play facilities in Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm based on the projected number of units that will come forward if the AAP proposals are realised.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jon Theo
Jon Theo
Comment No.
D072.07
D072.08
Document Section
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Plan is unclear how many homes with 2 bedrooms will be provided. There is a great need for affordable family homes with access to gardens
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not specify the exact numbers of types of units, but it does acknowledge that there is a priority for family accommodation in Section 5.3 New Housing Provision and that the preferred mix of housing in terms of unit size and type of dwellings on individual schemes will be determined through negotiation, scheme viability assessments and up to date assessments on local housing need.
Plan is unclear whether there will be enough civic amenities (doctors, health centres, schools) for the increased population or what the increase in population is likely to be and where all the new buildings are to be actually built
Not supported - Section 7.3 Supporting Community Facilities/Infrastructure outlines policies that all new development will be required to make provision for improved and additional community facilities and infrastructure to support population growth. Various locations to accommodate new/improved community facilities and infrastructure are identified.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jon Theo
Jon Theo
Comment No.
D072.09
D072.10
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Dalston Lane Terraces should be restored to their former state. Should be addressed immediately and in such a way as to favour the small local business that will thrive there by offering them help and support to own their premise and refurbish
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
Plans have been designed only to attract larger development companies aimed at creating another area dedicated to chain store shopping & large scale retail. Masterplan should downsize in every aspect to encourage smaller, localcommunity led development - carbon-zero buildings, local power generation schemes, independent economic ecosystem of local trade & labour.
Noted. The AAP promotes a range of retail types and sizes to accommodate a range of retailers, including local independent businesses. The Implementation Plan (Chapter 10) identifies working with developers to ensure provision of small footprint retail and commercial units for independent businesses as an action to be undertaken in the short/med term. In terms of zero-carbon buildings this is consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through identifying a preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room as Opportunity Site F9. This is further supported in the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which identifies the undertaking of a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as a short term action.
18.2 Implementation and phasing principles
Respondent ID
D073
Respondent Name
Diana Weir
Diana Weir
Diana Weir
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
1.3 Method and Approach
Masterplan promotes vast & mistaken amount of redevelopment for Dalston including an inflated claim for how many new homes London requires the area to provide before 2017. Council must rethink the whole basis for this document
Noted and not supported. Amount of new homes for London is prescribed by the Mayor Of London. Phase 1 AAP respond to local development and growth over the next 15 years.
D073.02
2.5 Opportunity Sites
Hasn’t been any scrutiny of chosen opportunity sites to distinguish potentially valuable & salvageable buildings from those redundant. Site R includes social/community services that should not be torn down but retained/renovated
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes to potentially refurbish and retain more buildings as detailed in site specific policies and Chapter 04 D=Strengthening local character and identity..
D073.03
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
Consultation never allowed people to comment on the four options in 2.10.1-4, the shopping centre, buildings surrounding the shopping centre and the street market
Noted.
D073.01
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Diana Weir
Comment No.
D073.04
Document Section
1.3 Method and Approach
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
None of the options even considers the much cheaper, environmentally sounder and more economically appropriate possibility of upgrading and improving as many as possible of the still attractive buildings Dalston has, rather than demolishing & replacing them. Should renovate terrace on east side of Ashwin St as well as former Railway Tavern
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Diana Weir
Diana Weir
Comment No.
D073.05
D073.06
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
If Arcola Theatre wants to relocate south - offer it the chance to redevelop CLR James Library which will be vacant soon rather than the Stamford Works site which may not
Noted. The Arcola Theatre has expressed interest in potentially relocating into the Dalston Town Centre. The Phase 1 AAP supports the potential re-location of the Arcola Theatre to Dalston Town Centre, preferred sites H (east of Ashwin Street) and D2 (western side of Ashwin Street, south of Shiloh Pentecostal Church) in Chapter 07: Supporting Culture, Creativity and the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure (addressed specifically in Policy DTC 13). The Phase 1 AAP is flexible, therefore other locations for the Arcola Theatre can be considered.
5.4 New housing provision
Masterplan claims Dalston should supply 1/5 of housing to be provided by whole borough - as Dalston occupies minute percentage of total area of Hackney this is unreasonable way to apportion proper incidence of that burden. London Plan's density matrix has been misunderstood by Planning Dept. as whole MP area is within 46mins walk of a town centre resulting in allocation of too many sites for residential use. Density is also over-inflated because of overallocation of residential sites. Rethink the target from first principles & take into account those homes already under construction in Dalston Square. Affordable housing levels should be expressed as targets, not targets/aspirations
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP provides policies relating to new and affordable housing in Section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Diana Weir
Diana Weir
Comment No.
D073.07
D073.08
Document Section
4.4 Building heights strategy
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
6 storey height limit is far too high especially if non-residential developments are not required to bear additional storeys of flats on top of retail, office or other premises and would swamp most of the original architecture. The general height limit for new building should be 4 - reinforces that more use should be made of existing building stock. Appropriate building heights should be expressed as absolute requirements, not targets/aspirations
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions
Proposing to completely replace 1980s built shopping centre is greedy & unrealistic. No justification for wholesale demolition and rebuilding what we do have as shopping centre is heavily used & depended on. Would mean loss of affordable choice & competitive pricing of basic provisions which many locals with modest incomes depend very heavily. Need to aim to refurbishing/improving - essential to make it more permeable which could be done easily as in figure 13.4 which should be reconsidered. Outlines options for achieving permeability through the shopping centre
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes redevelopment of the Shopping Centre as this large site in the heart of the town centre has the potential to 'unlock' much of the town centre and redevelopment will allow for north-south links to be restored and for Dalston Town Centre to have a large public open space along the Eastern Curve (Dalston Park). Policies in Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre encourage a range of retail offer, including high street multiple retailers alongside smaller independent stores and for the shopping centre site seek individual shops and public realm to allow outdoor seating and potentially food stalls and outdoor dining.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Diana Weir
Diana Weir
Diana Weir
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
MP claims council places high value on the market so needs to focus on keeping the traders here, not risk losing them by disregarding their needs. Don’t promote aggressive redevelopment that would severely limit & hamper the market as to make it unworkable for very long periods. Do the maintenance work & outstanding repairs which are absolutely necessary but take all possible care for needs/concerns of traders while doing so - electricity, storage facilities, road resurfacing
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter or move Ridley Road Market. Specific issues regarding Ridley Road Market are addressed as part of a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
D073.10
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Should create an underground pedestrian link between Dalston Junction & Cross-Rail to speedup & simplify passenger transfers between them without forcing passengers who are only changing lines to climb back up to street level & compete with the rest of the busy traffic crossing Dalston Lane.
Noted. Underground pedestrian links between Dalston Junction (under construction) and a future CrossRail station north of Dalston Lane are within the scope of the AAP. These matters are a consideration for TfL and CrossRail at a later stage.
D073.11
2.10 Options Development and Summary
Of all the options set out in the MP which haven't been consulted on, option 2 is preferred but this still needs to be reviewed and adapted as suggested above
D073.09
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Diana Weir
D074
Oliver Schick for London Cycling Campaign
Comment No.
D073.12
D074.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
Please ensure public consultation on the MP is a real consultation of local people, i.e. gives serious consideration to & wherever possible implements their comments rather than being the tick-box exercise it has so notoriously been in the past. Otherwise will never bother to do this again & many others say the same
Noted. There have been two consultation periods on the Phase 1 AAP: one in April 2008 on the baseline information and one in March - June 2009 on the draft Phase 1 AAP. Both of these consultation periods aimed to gather as many opinions from local people as possible. The Council has considered all responses seriously and has made changes to the Phase 1AAP as deemed appropriate.
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Land use planning is important for continued development of cycling - particularly for local trip of 1-2 miles. Essential for local economic development. MP's must place strong planning guidelines to reduce the need to travel & in particular establish strong restrictions against granting permission to car-intensive developments, as these undermine the potential for cycling & walking in town centres
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP places a strong focus on pedestrian and cycle movement and accessibility throughout the town centre, as described in Section 08: Getting around the town centre. Furthermore Policy DTC 20 - Parking and Servicing encourages one new underground car park beneath the redeveloped Kingsland Shopping Centre.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Oliver Schick for London Cycling Campaign
Oliver Schick for London Cycling Campaign
Comment No.
D074.02
D074.03
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Important planning consideration is cycle permeability. This means maximum route choice, minimum diversion. Safeguard & where possible improve cycle permeability - return one-way systems to two-way or introduce cycle contra flows & remove access restrictions for cyclists such as road closures without cycle gaps
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP places a strong focus on pedestrian and cycle movement and accessibility throughout the town centre, as described in Section 08: Getting around the town centre.
MP should establish clear programme of work for streetscene in tackling barriers to cycling
Noted. The Council will work with Streetscene to address further pedestrian and cycling barriers in Dalston town centre as part of Implementation of the pedestrian and cyclist strategy outlined in Chapter 8 Getting around the town centre .
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Oliver Schick for London Cycling Campaign
Oliver Schick for London Cycling Campaign
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D074.04
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Plan and locate well in terms of cycle parking - in small clusters, close to key shopping destinations. Pleased to advise further
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes new cycle parking areas in Policy DTC 17 Strategic Improvements to the Pedestrian and Cycle Network.
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
All buildings (esp. in places of employment) should have secure internal cycle parking retrofitted. All new builds should have exemplary secure internal cycle parking provision. Retailers (esp. major) should provide large & welldesigned cycle parking areas that encourage shopping by pedal cycle.
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP provides policies for new cycle parking areas and signs provided to inform cyclists where cycle parking is provided are detailed in Chapter 08 - Getting around the town centre.
D074.05
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Oliver Schick for London Cycling Campaign
Oliver Schick for London Cycling Campaign
Comment No.
D074.06
D074.07
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Shouldn't be any car parking in the town centre whatsoever. As a major destination well connected to public transport, no justification for attracting shoppers by car
Noted. Whilst the Phase 1 AAP promotes pedestrians and cyclists above car users in the movement hierarchy (see Policy DTC 15: User hierarchy in Dalston), it is necessary to reproved any car parking that is lost as part of redevelopment (such as the Kingsland Shopping Centre).
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Planning conditions on major retailers should specify requirement to introduce a goodscarrying service by pedal cycle, operating around the town centre & a mile beyond. Could also be operated by a trader's association to maximise the benefit to individual business.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP places a strong focus on pedestrian and cycle movement and accessibility throughout the town centre, as described in Chapter 08: Getting around the town centre. Any goods carrying service by bicycle would be the responsibility of the retailer.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Oliver Schick for London Cycling Campaign
D075
Ray Blackburn
Comment No.
D074.08
D075.01
Document Section
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Make provision for a new cycle crossing from Kingsland Passage across Ball's Pond Road to complete London Cycle Network Plus Link 66
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP places a strong focus on pedestrian and cycle movement and accessibility throughout the town centre, as described in Section 08: Getting around the town centre. Figure 8.1 Pedestrian and Cyclist Strategy indicates a proposed signed cycle route from Kingsland Road to Balls Pond Road.
Appreciates council wants to make Dalston better place to live and work but word 'regeneration' shouldn't be used - will not improve Dalston by large amounts of demolition, new building, zoning and injections of large-scale developments, chain retail outlets and instant culture. Look at feedback from 2008 - include controls & protections for existing environment inc. listed buildings, landmark sites, humbler streets & buildings that are overlooked.
Noted and supported in part - The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 10-
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Officer Response 16 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
Ray Blackburn
D075.02
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Agrees with preserving & making the most of landmarks listed. Other landmarks are on corners of Dalston junction - these should be preserved. Do not be tempted to allow their demolition & replacement by new landmark or gateway developments
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ray Blackburn
Ray Blackburn
Comment No.
D075.03
D075.04
Document Section
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
No more high buildings anywhere in Dalston they don’t do anything except weaken Dalston's character. The height of new buildings should be limited to the height of the existing Victorian framework, 4 storeys.
Noted and not supported - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions
Redevelopment of Kingsland Shopping Centre with more shops and homes is a bad idea. Already pressure on road space around the centre. More could be made of existing centre & car park with extra pedestrian routes from Dalston Lane & over to Ridley Rd (bridge over railway). A larger shopping mall with inevitable chain stores would detract from Dalston's smallscale home-grown character
Noted and not supported. Redevelopment of Kingsland Shopping Centre is integral to the Phase 1 AAP and regeneration of the town centre as the large site in the heart of the town centre has the potential to 'unlock' much of the town centre and provide the opportunity for a new large public open space (Dalston Park) along the Eastern Curve and for new north-south routes to increase accessibility throughout the town centre. Overall, the Phase 1 AAP promotes building on and strengthening the unique and vibrant character of Dalston.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ray Blackburn
Ray Blackburn
Comment No.
D075.05
D075.06
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
A priority employment area north-east of Dalston Lane might be suitable later on but now need to fill up some space around Dalston Sq & Gillett Sq until there's been a lot more economic growth.
Not supported. The Priority Employment Area between the Eastern Curve and north of Dalston Lane is an established Priority Employment Area (PEA) and is designated by the Core Strategy. The PEA is not considered to be a inhibitor to developments coming forward in this area.
More bars/restaurants in Gillett Sq would improve this area. Letting Ridley Rd develop new bars organically is best - its primary role is a shopping st, don’t force existing traders out with higher rents etc. More bars in Dalston Sq might improve this unwelcoming area. Don't think Dalston needs a lot more places to eat & drink overall - Council should encourage/protect existing pubs
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes that the new development on the northern side of Gillett Square will have a mix of uses, including restaurants, cafes and the like in Chapter 13 - Character Area 04-Gillett Square. Furthermore figure 5.1 - Land Use Strategy in Chapter 5 - Promoting a mix of well integrated uses identifies areas for core day and evening economy uses around Gillett Square and the Kingsland Shopping Centre Site. Policies to improve the leisure and night time economy are provided in Section 5.5 'Overview of leisure and the night-time economy'. Chapter 13 Character Area 03: Ridley Road proposes improvements to Ridley Road Market through the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme, however does not propose the removal of any market stalls.
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ray Blackburn
Ray Blackburn
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D075.07
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Convert existing buildings before building new ones
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
D075.08
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Why remove benches from the high street? What improvements to the pavements are needed unless existing pavements are damaged?
Noted. Policies in Chapter 11: Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street encourage a clutter free pedestrian experience with a rationalised and consistent palette of street furniture.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ray Blackburn
Ray Blackburn
Comment No.
D075.09
D075.10
Document Section
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
This would be a narrow space. Good connecting route for pedestrians/cyclists & could maybe have some greenery. Need to limit the height of buildings along it or it would become just a narrow canyon. Should be up to the area's historic 4 storeys then it would integrate better with existing fabric
Not supported - The AAP has a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Study identifies Tall Buildings as being 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The Phase 1 AAP must seek to accommodate population increase as supported by the Core Strategy and London Plan.
Gillett Sq is isolated and bleak. Not enough reasons to go there at the moment. Could green the space, if there is no supply of new restaurants/bars maybe a children's play area? Don’t extend the square - has not been a great success in its current size
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP puts forward a proposal to complete Phase 2 of Gillett Square with a new building in place of the existing car park that will have active frontage onto the square. Draft Policy DTC 09: Improving the Leisure offer and the night-time economy highlights the potential for Gillett Square and Ridley Road Market to accommodate night-time economy uses to re-invigorate these areas. Policy DTC 12 - Spaces for Play and Recreation includes provision for new/improved play space in Gillett Square.
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A skate park on Ritson Place would be good for older children but would this mean losing anything if built? The skate park could be built in Dalston Sq. instead
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP puts forward a proposal for a youth facility at Ritson Place (in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm), but the exact type of play space will be determined at a later, detailed design stage. This proposal does not result in any loss of any other development proposal or potential.
Ray Blackburn
D075.11
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Ray Blackburn
D075.12
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
An extra path from Dalston Lane to Ridley Rd is a good idea. Also a bridge which links the car park end of the shopping centre with the market
Noted.
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Disagrees with moving station nearer the shopping centre because of danger of demolition & over-development. An integrated station/shopping centre means no-one will venture outside that - surrounding streets will suffer. Improve existing station with general cleanup & update of passenger facilities. Don't go higher above it as it would detract from the roofline & take light from the high street.
Noted. The AAP no longer proposes moving the Station to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street. Dalston Kingsland Station will stay in its current location with proposals for refurbishment of the entrance hall. Issues of accessibility will be addressed at a later stage.
Ray Blackburn
D075.13
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Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose a public open space at the Kingsland High Street entrance to Ridley Road Market. Specific issues regarding Ridley Road Market are addressed as part of a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Ray Blackburn
D075.14
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Market should stay at the edge of the high street. Do not agree with new public space at entrance market should spill out towards the high st. Does need a grand entrance but should be integrated into existing street pattern. Ok to storage/waste improvements providing no demolition of existing buildings.
Ray Blackburn
D075.15
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Would new train line along Eastern Curve all be underground? Where would it meet the North London Line?
Noted. The local, above ground railways safeguarding along the Eastern Curve has been removed.
D075.16
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Crossrail2 station should have same entries as Dalston Junction. If a separate entrance is required, built it within an existing building, don’t allow demolition
Noted. The exact location of the entrance hall for a potential future CrossRail 2 (Chelsea-Hackney Line) will be determined at the later, detailed design stage.
Ray Blackburn
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ray Blackburn
Ray Blackburn
Comment No.
D075.17
D075.18
Document Section
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
St Marks Rise open space ok providing no demolition of existing buildings
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes potential comprehensive redevelopment of this site to include retail uses at the ground floor and residential above (up to four storeys) fronting onto a potential market square.
Increase the size of Holy Trinity School providing no demolition of existing buildings and no buildings over 4 storeys
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP includes a building height strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings which uses the Hackney Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies tall buildings as 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to accommodate the population increase as supported by the emerging Core Strategy and London Plan.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ray Blackburn
Comment No.
D075.19
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Could leave the east side of the high street as open space with a good view of Reeves & Sons building and through to peace mural. Leave the remaining buildings - they are part of the character of the area
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets. Furthermore the Phase 1 AAP identifies the potential for public open space on the northern portion of Site D2 (eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site) in 'Policy DTC - CA -1 Kingsland High Street Character Area - Site Specific Policies' relating to Site D.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ray Blackburn
Ray Blackburn
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'. The Library is identified as Opportunity Site P within the Character Area and the Phase 1 AAP supports a comprehensive approach to regeneration of this site consisting of a new mixed-use building of 4-6 storeys in the place of the library. The terrace to the western half of the site will be retained and refurbished with existing uses remaining. The Phase 1 AAP has been amended to remove the proposal to step height up towards Dalston Square
Noted. The Arcola Theatre has expressed an interest in moving to Dalston town centre.
D075.20
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Please reinstate Dalston Lane Terrace. Reinstate as much original fabric as possible. Don’t force out existing tenants with higher rents. Replace library with something relating to the old terrace & of same scale. Don’t step up height towards Dalston Sq, will degrade whatever character is left of that stretch of Dalston Lane.
D075.21
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Part of Arcola's theatrical experience is provided by the existing building. Moving to a new building would take away from this
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ray Blackburn
D076
Russell Miller for Hackney Environment Forum
Russell Miller for Hackney Environment Forum
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
The small open space in front of the old vicarage needs more care & attention, as does the space in front of the nearby terrace on the north side of Dalston Lane
Noted. Chapter 06 - Enhancing Public Realm provides policies to develop and specify management and maintenance regimes for areas of the public realm, which would look at the management and maintenance of the open space in front of the old vicarage and space in front of the terrace on the northern side of Dalston Lane.
D076.01
1.2 Who is it for and how can it be used?
Asks who is the MP for? Major transport hub will not benefit local people, many of whom live, work & shop locally. What is there for local people in the MP?
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP vision is a holistic response to the key issues highlighted in PART A for the people who live and work in Hackney. The Phase 1 AAP proposals are based on building on and strengthening the existing vibrant and unique character of Dalston.
D076.02
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Will the Eastern Curve be developed as a local nature reserve/park? Preserve the eastern curve as a wildlife corridor and park
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes redeveloping the Eastern Curve as a public open space incorporating both green and hard-landscaped areas (Refer to Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm).
D075.22
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Russell Miller for Hackney Environment Forum
D077
M.D Field
Comment No.
D076.03
D077.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Due to the deepening depression, other derelict sites should now be looked at as possible urban city gardens. Huge scope for turning newly demolished sites into local gardens offering green space & food growing opportunities. Don’t need to be permanent uses but interim during the current recession. More open space, more wildlife now.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of new public open spaces throughout the town centre in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm. Temporary green open spaces could be considered on derelict sites as an interim measure until sites come forward for development.
No more historic buildings should be demolished or given inappropriate use. Safeguard all listed buildings
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street,
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
M.D Field
D077.02
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
M.D Field
D077.03
5.4 New housing provision
Small shops to be blighted by development should be given help across the board - council tax reductions to prevent rows of empty shops along Kingsland Rd
Noted. The Council will examine opportunities to work with developers to provide small and affordable space for local, independent businesses and retailers at the implementation stage through the town centre partnership forum.
All new flats should have a good percentage of off-street parking places
Noted. See Section 9.3: Parking and Servicing Strategy.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
M.D Field
M.D Field
Comment No.
D077.04
D077.05
Document Section
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Ensure all new business has greenery on streetside with adequate off-street parking
Noted. Chapter 06: Enhancing the Public Realm provides policies to help reinforce a clear street hierarchy by implementing a cohesive approach to streetscape design with bolder designs along principles routes and spaces and designs of a more intimate nature along secondary routes. Tree planting/greenery will be considered at the implementation stage. Car parking policies are detailed in section 9.3 Parking and Serving Strategy. The provision of a new underground car park beneath the redeveloped Kingsland Shopping Centre is proposed to service the town centre, however other initiatives, such as car club and improved public transport are proposed to reduce the reliance on private motor vehicles and reduce the amount of car parking required within the town centre.
No buildings should be allowed to cast shadows over this pathway
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Study identifies Tall Buildings as being 10 storeys and above, therefore the low - mid rise buildings (4-6 storeys with taller elements in appropriate locations) proposed for the Kingsland Shopping Centre site on the north side and 4-8 storeys on Site J2 and 58 storeys on Site L on the south-eastern side of the Eastern Curve are considered
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response appropriate in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The part 14-storey residential building at 15 Ramsgate Street is already under construction and Site 0 (26-28 Ramsgate Street) has planning permission for a building rising from 1 to 10 storeys. The exact height, design and architectural style of proposed buildings on either side of the Eastern Curve will be determined at the detailed design stage to minimise overshadowing on the Eastern Curve.
M.D Field
D077.06
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
No more back-street squares
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of new public open spaces that will have good visibility, accessibility and 'overlooking' to promote safety and security in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm.
Respondent ID
D078
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
M.D Field
D077.07
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Encourage London Overground disabled access to stations
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
The owners of Dalston Lane Terrace are concerned the proposals isolate the property & restrict its redevelopment potential. Request that the proposals for are reconsidered in order to integrate Dalston Lane Terrace with overall proposals
Noted. Dalston Lane Terrace is included within the Dalston Lane Character Area (Character Area 07) which outlines a site specific policy (Policy DTC Ca 06 Site O) to support the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces.
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Figures 2.4 & 4.2 show strategic views. As Dalston area doesn't fall within any of views identified in the London Plan & London Views Management Framework don’t understand to what the figures relate. Do they refer to longer views with Hackney rather than local views? If so, should be clarified & terminology changed. Strategic views also aren't in draft Core Strategy or saved policies of the Unitary Development Plan
Noted. Figure 2.3: Constraints and Opportunities and Figure 4.2: Townscape and Heritage have been amended to reflect the local views in Dalston. Key Views have been described in Section 4.3.3 Key views
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
D078.01
D078.02
Officer Response
to
provide
Noted. The Council will initiate a conversation with TfL to discuss access to stations during implementation stage.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Comment No.
D078.03
D078.04
Document Section
18 Delivery and Implementation
18 Delivery and Implementation
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Regarding Option 3 - would be useful to include total number of residential units proposed for this option in line with what has been done for the other options. Particularly relevant considering this is council's preferred option. The first mention of residential unit numbers is in section 5.4.1 which is too late in the document
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP developed from the Preferred Option 3 as shown in the consultation draft of the Phase I AAP, however it has been further refined over time and the options will not be included in the Phase I Draft AAP as they were only included in the consultation document for reference. Table 19.3 (Chapter 19) outlines the indicative Phase 1 potential new accommodation to year 2024.
Although option 3 is preferred option, it is not reflected in figure 3.1. Would be useful to provide a section explaining how the proposed MP differs from Option 3.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP developed from the Preferred Option 3 as shown in the consultation draft of the Phase I AAP, however through consultation it has been further refined over time and the options will not be included in the Phase I Draft AAP as they were only included in the consultation document for reference.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D078.05
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
In the Hackney Tall Buildings Strategy the whole of the MP area was identified as an area for tall buildings - this strategy was prepared prior to the designation of Dalston Lane as a Conservation Area
Noted. The whole of Dalston Town Centre was shown as an 'Area Suitable for Tall Buildings' in the Hackney Tall Buildings Strategy because of its designation as an area for Intensification in the Mayor's London Plan (2004), its high levels of public transport accessibility and its potential as an area for future investment. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to further refine this designation and uses Hackney's Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies Tall Buildings as being 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location.
D078.06
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Figure 4.3 defines five character-sensitive height areas but these are not explained in the supporting text until Part C of the document. Do these relate to the discussion in Section 4.5? Needs further clarification & cross-referencing
Noted. The 'Character Sensitive height areas' as shown in Figure 4.3: Building Heights are now further explained in Section 4.5: Building Heights Strategy
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D078.07
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
A definition of the Eastern Curve should be provided earlier in the document & a consistent approach maintained throughout. In places it appears to be referred to as Dalston Park and/or Dalston Green
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP refers to the proposed public realm as Dalston Park
D078.08
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
The Priority Employment Area is not indicated on the plan although reference in the key
Noted. Figure 5.1 - Land Use Strategy has been updated to indicate the location Priority Employment Area on the plan.
5.5 Retail Strategy
Section 5.5.2 contradicts Section 2.1. Previously Dalston Town Centre is described primarily as a comparison shopping destination & Hackney Central as primarily convenience shopping & municipal centre. Section 5.5.2 describes Dalston TC as predominantly convenience goods shopping although it is the strongest centre in Hackney for comparison shopping
Noted. The word 'predominantly' has been removed from the text in Section 5.4 Retail Strategy.
D078.09
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
D078.10
6.1 Public Realm Strategy
Unclear if the servicing of the retail units is via the underground car park. Should be added to the figure
Noted, however this is outside the scope of the Phase 1 AAP and will be investigated at detailed design stage.
D078.11
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Figure 8.3 has a N-S arrow marked from the Eastern Curve to Ridley Rd but it is not annotated in the key. It does not appear to reflect a route through this area
Noted. The arrow referred to has been removed from Figure 8.3 which is now Figure 8.1 in the Phase 1 AAP.
9.3 Parking Strategy
Conflict between designating Ramsgate St as a Service Route when it is also designated as a pedestrian priority route. Recommendation in MP to restrict hours (19:00-10:00) may be problematic as although Tyssen St & Ramsgate St are defined as employment use, these also include residential uses
Noted.
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
D078.12
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response The Phase 1 AAP manages building heights within the town centre through the Building Height Strategy. The proposed height for Site Q (now site O) is 3-4 storeys due to its location within the Dalston Lane (West) Conservation Area and reflects the current height of the terraces. The Phase 1 AAP supports Council's desire o take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces and this includes, maintaining the original height and form of the existing buildings.
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
D078.13
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Proposed height for Site Q is 3-4 storeys. Question on what this is based. Arbitrary height limits can frustrate good design or restrict the flexibility that can be essential to balance out a scheme in the context of viability or unit-type or mix. Suggest heights be treated as indicative & not absolute thresholds. This would be consistent with CABE good practice guidance.
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
D078.14
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Agrees with designation for mixed use (potential retail/employment/institutions/culture/community with residential &/or employment above)
Noted and supported.
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Concerned the focus of retail provision & other facilities to the north & west of Dalston Lane & with the introduction of the Eastern Curve, will lead to a drop in footfall along Dalston Lane & towards Site Q. The increase in retail outlets in Dalston is likely to increase trip generation & footfall, particularly past Site Q - on street parking is not available here & it is difficult to see how Site Q would benefit from the MP's proposals due to its location at the edge of the MP area. If the terrace's regeneration is a policy objective, the MP needs to integrate it into a meaningful retail circuit.
Noted. Figure 5.2 shows the Retail Strategy as set out in Policy DTC 08 'Improving Town Centre Retail Provision'. Site Q (now Site O) is located in the Secondary Shopping Area which supports a mixture of uses including retail, business and entertainment. Accommodation for smallscale independent retail and leisure-related uses for cultural/creative community and third sector related offices and facilities are particularly encouraged and both the Public Realm and Pedestrian and Cyclist strategies aim to improve accessibility across the town centre, including to this
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
D078.15
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response area
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
D078.16
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Figure 5.2 illustrates the two shopping circuits north & west of Site Q. Due to these key routes indicated in the figure, the isolation of Site Q is likely to be more pronounced. The route which moves from the junction of Dalston Lane/Ramsgate St north towards the market shopping circuit & west towards the high st shopping circuit ignores the majority of Site Q
D078.17
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Figure 6.1 is inconsistent from Figure 8.3 which shows the strategic pedestrian network running along Dalston Lane. Site Q does not benefit from strategic pedestrian links
Noted. Figure 5.2 shows the Retail Strategy as set out in Policy DTC 08 'Improving Town Centre Retail Provision'. Site Q (now Site O) is located in the Secondary Shopping Area which supports a mixture of uses including retail, business and entertainment. Accommodation for smallscale independent retail and leisure-related uses for cultural/creative community and third sector related offices and facilities are particularly encouraged and both the Public Realm and Pedestrian and Cyclist strategies aim to improve accessibility across the town centre, including to this area
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has been amended to align Figure 6.1 Public Realm Strategy and Figure 8.1 Pedestrian and Cyclist Strategy. Please note alternative figure numbering due to document revisions
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Comment No.
D078.18
D078.19
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Figure 6.2 shows a pedestrian crossing close to the western end of Site Q with proposed improvements. Pedestrian crossing not shown in Figure 8.3 - not clear which crossing is to be retained/proposed. Would prefer the location of the crossing as indicated on Figure 6.2 rather than Figure 8.3. MP shows streetscape improvements in the area of Site Q but no details are provided - should include these details within the MP to provide an opportunity to comment on these
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has been amended to align Figure 6.1 Public Realm Strategy and Figure 8.1 Pedestrian and Cyclist Strategy. Please note alternative figure numbering due to document revisions
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Section 8 - Principle 5 - unsure proposals to relieve traffic congestion would be beneficial to Site Q. The potential for increased traffic resulting from increase in retail & other facilities in the town centre is likely to impact on Site Q due to its location in Dalston Lane close to the junction with Queensbridge Rd. Unclear how proposals for this junction will improve pedestrian movement across the road - need further information. Welcome improvements to this junction to increase pedestrian access to Site Q at eastern end of Dalston Lane
Chapter 08 'Getting around the town centre' includes a number of policies establishing a user hierarchy in Dalston, improving transport and accessibility, improving the pedestrian and cycle network and improvements to junctions and crossings. In particular, Policy DTC 18 'Improvements to Junctions and Crossings within the Town Centre' recommends surface re-design to be applied to the Dalston Lane/Queensbridge Road junction. The exact specifications of what the surface redesign is will be investigated at detailed design stage
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Comment No.
D078.20
D078.21
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Support introduction of cycle routes through MP area. Concerned the route along the Eastern Curve will direct cyclists away from Site Q. Would like to see an extension of the route east along Dalston Lane
Noted. Dalston Lane is part of the London Cycle Network signed routes. Objective 5 of the Phase 1 AAP aims to facilitate ease of movement by improving the network of streets and footpaths to make walking and cycling as safe and pleasant as possible. Providing a cycle route through the Eastern Curve supports this objective by prioritising non-vehicular users and enhancing accessibility throughout the town centre.
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Support objectives to improve public transport. Concerned proposals will have a negative impact on Site Q. Inconsistency in MP between text and figure 9.1 which shows bus stops to the north of the junction with Queensbridge Rd. Removing the bus stop could have detrimental effect on viability of retail uses on Site Q. Request council reconsiders this proposal & reinstates the westbound bus stop outside of Site Q.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has been amended to remove this inconsistency, please note the bus stop remains in Figure 9.1 Public Transport Strategy
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Comment No.
D078.22
D078.23
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Biomass boilers may not be appropriate for this central London location. One large district heating centre would require significant deliveries of biomass fuel & this would have an adverse impact on the MP area. Would also require large on-site storage facilities. This option needs further research in addition to potential for CCHP & CHP. MP is too prescriptive in this respect. May be potential for smaller scale centres as proposed in Figure 10.1
Noted. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' encourages development proposals to follow the Energy Hierarchy of the London Plan with the overall aim to decrease CO2 emissions in the town centre. A preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room is identified as Council-owned Site F9. The Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) outlines a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as a project to be investigated in the short term.
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Agree with 1st bullet point of Section 16.1. Mature trees/gardens mainly ltd. To northern side of Dalston Lane. Refurbishment of buildings in Dalston Lane presents practical & financial difficulties
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'. The Terraces are in private ownership
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
Comment No.
D078.24
D078.25
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Terrace was in a poor structural state prior to the Conservation Area's designation. Consider that the wording needs to be flexible to reflect the poor condition of the buildings, their scale & form, all present challenges to reuse. Policy should be framed around realistic understanding of building defects. Decline of Terrace began before properties were purchased from the borough.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Welcome the proposed street improvements at Dalston Lane/Queensbridge Rd junction but unsure how it would become an urban square. Suggest that further details are required for the proposal
Noted. Policy 27 'Dalston Lane Character Area' has been amended to provide for streetscape improvements, including resurfacing and improved pedestrian crossings, and junction improvement/realignment at the Dalston Lane/Queensbridge Road junction.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Montagu Evans for Urban Spectrum Property Management Ltd
D079
Tara Cranswick for V22 Art Collective
Tara Cranswick for V22 Art Collective
Comment No.
D078.26
D079.01
D079.02
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Site Q is not treated with the same consideration as the other development sites in the character area within Figure 16.2. No unit entrances are indicated and the annotation around the other development sites is not indicated in the key. Site Q is proposed for mixed use on this figure which needs to be reflected in point 1 of 16.2. Point 5 needs to reflect the proposals in Figure 16.1 where Site S & J1 are designated as predominantly employment rather than mixed use.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has been amended so that all opportunity sites described in Part C are now all illustrated in similar detail and with similar annotation.
2.5 Opportunity Sites
V22 is based just off Dalston Junction on Ashwin St (10-16) - should be identified as an area of local distinctiveness as it has a very special place in the cultural life of Dalston & could be an excellent addition to the Eastern Curve
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP now refers to the Ashwin Street/Abbott Street area as a separate character area and further defined in Chapter 16 Character Area 06: Ashwin Street.
2.5 Opportunity Sites
V22 would like to remain at their premises - their plan is ready to institute now, has development & funding partners & would strengthen/add to the strong arts/cultural character defined as one of the key strengths of the area
Noted. Chapter 16 Character Area 06: Ashwin Street now includes Policies for the proposed retention of the V22 Artist's Gallery and Studios.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Tara Cranswick for V22 Art Collective
D080
Matthew Chambers
Comment No.
D079.03
D080.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
2.5 Opportunity Sites
V22 would like to purchase 10-16 (& if possible 18A) with an identified developer to continue to use the space as an artists co-operative & to further develop community links. Also interested in renovating/developing 2-10 Ashwin St as apartments with ground floor shops which will have an active frontage onto the eastern curve. Arcola Theatre is also interested in developing part of Site J - would like to work with V22, Arcola, the developer and Council to decide on best plan for site.
Noted.
Tall buildings definitely do not suit the character of Dalston. These buildings will be bland with a bit of surface decoration but will look tired in a few years & have the wrong sort of purpose unsuitable offices or small 1 or 2 bed flats. Renovation of DLTerrace would be far superior in terms of suitability for Hackney residents than overbearing new development
Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Matthew Chambers
Matthew Chambers
Matthew Chambers
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D080.02
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Well planned and maintained parks would certainly be a benefit to Hackney
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure, respite and relaxation. These include 'green' and hard-landscaped areas (refer to Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm).
D080.03
5.6 Leisure and the night time economy
Try and obtain a Broadway Market feel with coffee shops, delicatessens, bookshops, arty shops etc
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP builds on the existing strengths and character of Dalston town centre and does not seek to model it after another area within the Borough.
D080.04
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
New pedestrian routes/street transport improvements would help, in particular improved cycle facilities although the traffic will be displaced elsewhere
Noted. Transport and cycle improvements are detailed in Section 08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Matthew Chambers
D081
Elsie Pilbeam
Comment No.
D080.05
D081.01
Document Section
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Redevelopment of Kingsland Shopping Centre is positive if done sensitively but the 'right' mix of retailers will make a difference
Noted and supported. Policies in Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre encourage a range of retail offer, including high street multiple retailers alongside smaller independent stores and for the shopping centre site seek individual shops and public realm to allow outdoor seating and potentially food stalls and outdoor dining.
Do not demolish the art deco building at the junction of Dalston Lane & Kingsland High St. Would look good restored and is an important keystone in the four corner buildings on the cross roads. Those four buildings identify Dalston, don’t pull any of them down or any other buildings. Refurbish & incorporate what there is to keep some character for the area.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings (such as 2-4 Kingsland High Street) and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 10-
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response 16 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
Elsie Pilbeam
D082
Oliver Williams
D081.02
D082.01
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
4.4 Building heights strategy
What we see so far (blocks over the new station) are terrible, ugly & intimidating. Please don’t let it get any worse
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP includes Chapter 04 'Strengthening Local Character and Identity' which aims to enhance the existing qualities of Dalston in terms of heritage, a vibrant street life, diversity of uses and a fine-grained townscape. Policy DTC 02 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' supports this objective by ensuring future development is based on an appreciation of existing local context such as streetscape, urban grain, building type, scale, height, mass and materials.
Don’t agree with any proposals for tall buildings. Also object to 10 storey residential component within Kingsland Shopping Centre. These proposals destroy the traditional low to medium rise character of Dalston with no advantages other than further increasing housing density. Current recession provides an opportunity for local authority to take a lead in persuading the London-wide authority to reverse the Tall Buildings Strategy. 6 storeys is not acceptable the max building height should be as the existing norm 3-4 stories
Noted and not supported - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. The Hackney Tall
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Officer Response Building Study identifies Tall Buildings as being 10 storeys and above, therefore the low - mid rise buildings (4 - 6 with some taller elements) proposed for the Kingsland Shopping Centre site are considered appropriate in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The AAP seeks to accommodate population increase as supported by the Core Strategy and London Plan.
Oliver Williams
Oliver Williams
D082.02
D082.03
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Supports proposal for new linear park along the Eastern Curve
Noted.
Prefers Scenario 1 of the redevelopment proposals for the Shopping Centre as it allows for a 30m wide linear park. With Springfield House building accepted as the landmark building of the area, it is essential that a redeveloped Kingsland Shopping Centre does not exceed it in height & preferable that the Shopping Centre is lower. Still room for residential accommodation above the shops
Noted. A strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base (Refer to Section 4.5 Building Heights Strategy). The Hackney Tall Building Study identifies Tall Buildings as being 10 storeys and above, therefore the low to mid-rise buildings (4 -6 storey with some taller elements where considered appropriate) proposed for the Kingsland Shopping Centre site are considered appropriate in terms of environmental impacts
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Officer Response (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location.
Oliver Williams
Oliver Williams
D082.04
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
4 storeys should be max along Dalston Lane. Disagree with stepping up heights of buildings from East to West as Dalston Lane approaches tall buildings at Dalston Square. Oppose the demolition of 16-22 Dalston Lane which form part of Dalston's Georgian inheritance
D082.05
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Supports the proposal for refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces. Support the wording of paragraph 16.2.1 in the document
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has been amended to remove the option of demolition of 16-22 Dalston Lane and instead puts forward a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of the Terrace as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
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Oliver Williams
D082.06
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Supports the proposals for improvements at Dalston Lane/Queensbridge Road Junction
Noted. Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter or move Ridley Road Market or the entrance to the Market from Kingsland High Street. The Phase 1 AAP does not proposes a public open space at the entrance to Ridley Road from Kingsland High Street. Regarding heights: the Phase 1 AAP proposes that the heights of buildings in and around Ridley Road are 34 and 4-6 storeys, which are considered appropriate for this prime town centre location. Exact heights will be determined later at detailed design stage based on a study of environmental impacts.
Noted.
Oliver Williams
D082.07
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Supports the proposals for Ridley Rd, providing height is kept at max 4 storeys and is concerned the square on Kingsland High St is excessive sanitation which the document tries to avoid. The present entrance conveys exactly what is distinctive & popular about the market.
Oliver Williams
D082.08
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Supports proposal for new pedestrian cycle bridge linking St Marks Rise end of Ridley Rd Market
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D084
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Oliver Williams
D082.09
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Consideration should be given to a new park or public square on the corner of the main road and Ashwin St
Noted - The Phase 1 AAP identifies the potential for public open space on the northern portion of Site D2 (eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site) in 'Policy DTC - CA -1 Kingsland High Street Character Area - Site Specific Policies' relating to Site D. Furthermore the potential for public open space on this site is supported in Policy DTC 11 - Public Realm Quality.
Tim Wilkinson
D084.01
1.1 Purpose of the Masterplan
Supports Masterplan. Raises some points which would enhance the scheme as below
Noted.
D084.02
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
On the ground floor level of the proposed retail areas, units should be rent controlled allowing some existing retail who can only afford lower rent to exist & continue to provide a service & eclectic mix
Noted - Affordable commercial space will be investigated through the Council's Town Centre Partnership Forums.
Tim Wilkinson
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Tim Wilkinson
D085
Alun Evans for the Metropolitan Police Authority
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D084.03
D085.01
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4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Should appoint an international architect to produce a high standard of architecture or have an international competition (Herzog De Mureon, Allsop, Foster, Richard Rogers, Liebeskin, Hadid). If this costs more money - build a few more floors on top to cover costs
Noted. It is not within the scope of the AAP to advise on the appointment of architects. Specific sites will be designed at a later stage and architects will be appointed at that time, prior to which a design competition will be considered.
7.3 Supporting growth of creative and cultural industries
Requests that the impact upon policing be regarded as a material consideration during the application determination process & reflected within the emerging development plan
Noted. In detailed design proposals for sites and the public realm in the Dalston Phase 1 AAP area, consideration will be given to designing the whole development in accordance with ‘Secured by Design’ (SBD). SBD supports one of the Government's key planning objectives - the creation of secure, quality places where people wish to live and work. Council has a bespoke SBD officer attached to the design team to provide this on-going advice to development control when determining planning applications, SBD to be considered as a material consideration in this determination. Key urban design principles have informed the spatial approaches to the Phase 1 AAP and the opportunity sites, including
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Officer Response activating street frontages, improving permeability, straight sight lines, encouraging overlooking and passive surveillance of the street and public space, removing ambiguity between public and private space etc. The urban design principles have been developed by the Council’s urban design and conservation team incorporating a Crime Prevention Design Advisor.
Alun Evans for the Metropolitan Police Authority
D085.02
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
Policing facilities should be included within the MP Vision as an example of community facilities with the following wording included: 'Initiatives relating to policing, community safety & crime will be fully embraced & incorporated within new developments within the Area Action Plan improving the quality of life for all within Dalston'
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has included similar wording in Section 2.3.4 of the Dalston AAP in Chapter 07 – ‘Supporting Culture, Creativity, the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure’.
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Alun Evans for the Metropolitan Police Authority
Alun Evans for the Metropolitan Police Authority
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D085.03
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
D085.04
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
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Officer Response
Policing' should be referred to alongside the reference to healthcare & education facilities under Principle 4
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP now makes reference to the need for policing facilities in Chapter 07 – ‘Supporting Culture, Creativity, the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure’. This is the same Chapter of the Phase 1 AAP that refers to Healthcare Facilities and Educational Facilities.
Policing facilities should be included within the list of public services & supported by the council as a priority sector within the designated employment area
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP makes provision for a new police facility; however details of the location will be determined when suitable sites become available for development in the AAP areas. Both Dalston (and Hackney Central) are primarily mixed use areas where a range of employment and community uses, including police facilities, could be considered (subject to planning approval). The location for a policing facility is contained in the Implementation Plan.
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Alun Evans for the Metropolitan Police Authority
Alun Evans for the Metropolitan Police Authority
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D085.05
D085.06
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08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Policing facilities should be referred to as an identified infrastructure requirement in the MP. Also, consider the provision of new community space for a variety of users as part of a mixed community & recognise that policing facilities are a community use throughout the MP.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP makes provision for a new police facility (see 6. above). The range of community facilities/infrastructure proposed by the Phase 1 AAP is described in Section 07 – ‘Supporting Culture, Creativity, the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure’. The Implementation Plan identifies the need to locate new community spaces for a variety of users.
Recommend an additional criterion be inserted into Chapter 7 to read: 'The Masterplan will support the development of a safe & secure neighbourhood by: ensuring the impact of development upon policing is mitigated where appropriate; ensuring that adequate provision of new & replacement police facilities within the Masterplan area is made; considering appropriate the loss of existing community facilities/sites where appropriate re-provision is made within the local area'
Noted. The AAP makes provision for a new police facility in Chapter 07 – ‘Supporting Culture, Creativity, the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure’ and the Implementation Plan. The Phase 1 AAP identifies two key projects in its Implementation Plan to ensure that adequate provision of new and replacement facilities within the area are provided. The first is to identify a location for this facility (Phase 1 AAP suggests as part of the redeveloped Kingsland Shopping Centre) and the second is to regularly liaise with the Police to increase security and safety in Dalston – a structure to ensure the latter needs to be agreed between parties, the Town Centre Partnership Forum may be appropriate.
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Officer Response The Phase 1 AAP contains Policies throughout the document to encourage a safe and secure neighbourhood such as a public lighting strategy will be sought to improve public spaces and the encouragement of active building frontages and discouragement of blank building facades etc. These policies will encourage passive surveillance throughout the town centre and a more safe and secure neighbourhood. The impact of new development on Policing will be mitigated at the detailed design stage as outlined in point 1.
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Ralph Smyth
D086.01
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Council motion last year called for 20mph to be the speed limit on almost all of Hackney's streets - this does not feature in the MPs. 20mph limit also within DfTs draft Road Safety Strategy.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan in Chapter 19 identifies an the investigation of 20mph speed limit zone for town centre as a short term project.
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Ralph Smyth
Ralph Smyth
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D086.02
D086.03
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12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Proposed walking/cycling bridge over railway line would be excellent. Needs to be a key element of the proposals rather than something aspirational for the long term
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP indicates that the pedestrian/cycle bridge is a strategic element of the Masterplan and is indicated to be implemented in the medium term in the Implementation Plan in Chapter 9 Phasing and Implementation.
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Proposal of northbound cycle lane between Dalston Lane/Sandringham Road is a response to cycling collisions but doesn't take account of the very high cycle flows & kerbside activity which would make such a lane unworkable. Lower speed limits/shared space feel would be appropriate
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP places a strong focus on pedestrian and cycle movement and accessibility throughout the town centre, as described in Section 08: Getting around the town centre. And Figure 8.1 Pedestrian and Cyclist Strategy.
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Ralph Smyth
D087
Hackney Council for Voluntary Service (HCVS)
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D086.04
D087.01
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08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Need motor vehicle reduction, including 'filtered permeability' beyond the MP areas, to make cycling to the town centres, transport hubs etc. safe & convenient for most people. There should be ambitious modal share targets for cycling for local trips as high as Dutch levels, e.g.: 35%
Noted. Modal share targets are outside the scope of the AAP.
Supports enhancing Dalston's liveability, strengthening local character/enhancing existing heritage, promoting Dalston as a major cultural/creative town centre and improving the public realm with new open space, community facilities & means of access
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP incorporates policies to strengthening local character/enhancing existing heritage, promoting Dalston as a major cultural/creative town centre and improving the public realm with new open space, community facilities & means of access, In particular, recognition, support and further development of the cultural/creative, and community and voluntary sectors, is better facilitated in the final version of the Phase 1 AAP, see point 2 above.
3.3 The Masterplan Principles
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Hackney Council for Voluntary Service (HCVS)
Hackney Council for Voluntary Service (HCVS)
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D087.02
D087.03
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3.3 The Masterplan Principles
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
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Entire document inc. SA & EqIA hardly mentions reference to the role that Government expects for the Third Sector. The key roles that the third sector play have been misunderstood/undervalued by council & doesn't appear to be an emphasis on community-led regeneration as stated in the Core Strategy. Council should consider designating Dalston as a VCS Quarter
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP incorporates policies to strengthening local character/enhancing existing heritage, promoting Dalston as a major cultural/creative town centre and improving the public realm with new open space, community facilities & means of access, In particular, recognition, support and further development of the cultural/creative, and community and voluntary sectors, is better facilitated in the final version of the Phase 1 AAP, see point 2 above.
There has been little if no formal dialogue with those potentially affected in the masterplanning process - e.g. HCD, Bootstraps, Age Concern, Social Action for Health
Noted. The Strategic Delivery Team have undertaken extensive consultation and dialogue throughout the Phase 1 AAP process, including one to one meetings with stakeholders such as Age Concern, the Youth Forum through CityZEN, Senior Bees, HCD, HCVS and HCEN to elicit, discuss and better understand representations to incorporate in the Phase 1 AAP. The documents has been strongly shaped and informed through this dialogue and understanding. The Strategic Delivery Team are committed to engage in ongoing dialogue and close working with community groups and stakeholders to implement the Phase 1 AAP.
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Hackney Council for Voluntary Service (HCVS)
Hackney Council for Voluntary Service (HCVS)
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D087.04
D087.05
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5.7 Community Facilities
Welcomes provision for more community facilities. Suggests there needs some separation/distinction between what constitutes facilities for the local community & space which is specifically for housing VCS organisations. E.g.: community facilities provided by the Health Service would not automatically provide accommodation for the VCS.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP now more clearly differentiates between the provision of community infrastructure (such as health facilities etc) and floor space for the accommodation of the voluntary and community sectors. This is detailed in Chapter 7 of the Phase 1 AAP – ‘Supporting culture, creativity, the third sector and community infrastructure’.
7.3 Supporting growth of creative and cultural industries
The appropriate/correct definition of the Third Sector should be applied to Section 7.3, it would be the Third & Private sectors which contributed to the regeneration of Dalston through provision of cultural/creative activities. In defining the Third Sector - would be useful to reference how partnerships between traditional VCS organisations & Registered Social Landlords/Housing Associations can provide local benefit. Would like council to acknowledge links between role of RSLs as providers of accommodation & their ability to meet the needs of community based Third Sector organisations for accommodation
Through dialogue with HCVS, HCEN and HCD, Strategic Delivery has much better understanding of the definition and role of the Third Sector, this is apparent in the revisions made to the Phase 1 AAP as detailed above. The ‘Mapping Exercise for 3rd Sector uses’ project will help to better define the third sector uses in Dalston. The Implementation Plan contains a project to ‘Support/development of community and voluntary sector in Dalston, fostering and developing relations with RSLs/Has, and correlation to the 3rd Sector Accommodation Strategy’ In the interim, policies supporting the provision of community infrastructure and facilities are outlined in Chapter 7
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Officer Response ‘Supporting culture, creativity, the third sector and community infrastructure’.
Hackney Council for Voluntary Service (HCVS)
D087.06
19.1 Steps
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Identify third sector specific sites within the Dalston area in tandem with the current Council Third Sector Accommodation strategy & the principles of the Hackney COMPACT. Identified sites should be in a addition to those identified as already providing facilities e.g.: NHS premises, libraries etc. Although these facilities may provide space for community activity, they should only be inc. where they are being developed to provide accommodation for VCS organisations.
Noted. Figure 7.1 ‘Community Infrastructure’ in Chapter 07 of the Phase 1 AAP - Supporting culture, creativity, the third sector and community infrastructure’ indicates the site location of existing and proposed community facilities and infrastructure. The Phase 1 AAP allows some flexibility in the location of proposed community facilities and infrastructure to cater for the various community facilities and infrastructure as various schemes come forward during the Phase 1 AAP plan period. The Core Community and Creative Quarters’ around Gillett Square and Ashwin Street. Which are informal land use designations to support and facilitate cultural, creative, community, voluntary and third sector uses are detailed in chapter 07 - ‘Supporting culture, creativity, the third
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Officer Response sector and community infrastructure’, Chapter 5 -‘Promoting a mix of wellintegrated uses’ and also within the more specific Character Area policies of Gillett Square and Ashwin Street.
Hackney Council for Voluntary Service (HCVS)
D087.07
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
Large scale regeneration/development opportunities as in the MP should reflect the need to provide community facilities in partnership with the Third Sector. HCVS & CEN should have been involved in the discussions leading to the development often MP & should have been consulted formally & informally at a much earlier stage. This consultation is the first opportunity these key bodies have had to provide views/contributions to the MP.
Extensive two-stage consultation on the Phase I AAP has been undertaken to incorporate views from across the community and stakeholders. Comments received have made a valuable contribution to shaping and informing the Phase 1 AAP and the Council will have on-going dialogue with community groups to implement the proposals and policies. The Phase 1 AAP has been revised to better recognise, support and develop the Third Sector, through measures identified above.
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Hackney Council for Voluntary Service (HCVS)
Hackney Council for Voluntary Service (HCVS)
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D087.08
D087.09
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19.1 Steps
Council should consider a mapping exercise to determine which Third Sector organisations are based in the Dalston MP area and a feasibility study to determine potential positive/negative impacts of MP on Third Sector organisations located within the area
Chapter 19 of the Phase I AAP has been amended to include the undertaking of a mapping exercise as an action to be completed in the short term in consultation with HCVS.
Council should consider an assessment of the need for Third Sector accommodation in Dalston using existing evidence of need provided by the CEN during the LDF consultation process
Noted. Following the mapping exercise (as outlined above) any shortfalls in the need for Third Sector accommodation will be incorporated as an action within the Implementation Plan during Phase II of the AAP. In the interim, the Phase 1 AAP has been amended to incorporate Core Community and Creative Quarters around Gillett Square and Ashwin Street to support and facilitate cultural, creative, community, voluntary and third sector uses.
19.1 Steps
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Hackney Council for Voluntary Service (HCVS)
D088
Turley Associates for Rothas Limited
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D087.10
19.1 Steps
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D088.01
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
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Council should examine the role & functions of the VCS in the context of the marked increase in residential densities proposed in the MP
Noted. Adequate provision of infrastructure as a result of growth is an issue addressed within the AAP. Amendments have incorporated policies which require development to make provision for additional/improved community facilities and infrastructure to support population growth
Supports designation in MP that 51-57 Kingsland High Street is suitable for a tall building. Notes contradiction in text of Opportunity Site C (pg87) which refers to a building of 4-6 storeys on Kingsland High St with 10 storeys to the rear diagrams indicate a greater number of floors
Noted. The site specific Policy for Site C (51-57 Kingsland High Street) and the Building Heights Strategy (in Chapter 04) is now consistent.
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Turley Associates for Rothas Limited
Turley Associates for Rothas Limited
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D088.02
D088.03
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11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
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Officer Response
Questions rationale behind 10 storey height restriction & includes an initial Design Study to demonstrate that a very tall building is suitable for the site.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP provides policies on the heights for new development. Whilst Dalston is suitable for tall buildings in a few distinct locations (where tall buildings are defined at 10 storeys and above), a very tall building would be out of character and context with Dalston town centre. The AAP does designate Site C (51-57 Kingsland High Street) as being a strategically important site and suitable for a tall and/or landmark building, but only at the rear as it is important the Kingsland High Street frontage continues the existing rhythm of rooflines and heights. More rationale behind the location for tall buildings is included in Section 4.5 of the Phase 1 AAP - Building Heights Strategy.
MP should be amended to reflect that the site offers unique opportunity for tall landmark building in the context of the station
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP provides policies on the heights for new development. Whilst Dalston is suitable for tall buildings in a few distinct locations (where tall buildings are defined at 10 storeys and above), a very tall building would be out of character and context with Dalston town centre. The AAP does designate Site C (51-57 Kingsland High Street) as being a strategically important site and suitable for a tall and/or landmark building, but only at the rear as it is important the Kingsland High Street frontage continues the existing rhythm of rooflines and heights. More rationale
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Officer Response behind the location for tall buildings is included in Section 4.5 of the Phase 1 AAP - Building Heights Strategy.
D089
Tony Coombs
D089.01
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Maximise local landmarks of quality - Reeves building (keep new sightlines revealed by demolition along Western Curve), Peace Mural (don’t touch it), Rio Cinema (don’t touch it)
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation of buildings of historic and architectural merit such as locally listed buildings (such as Reeves and Sons Building) and/or cultural landmarks (such as Peace Mural and Rio Cinema) in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston
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Officer Response Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets. Furthermore the Phase 1 AAP identifies the potential for public open space on the northern portion of Site D2 (eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site) in 'Policy DTC - CA -1 Kingsland High Street Character Area - Site Specific Policies' relating to Site D.
Tony Coombs
D089.02
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Rebuild the terrace to conservation standard. Develop retail units for individual shops for character & individuality
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
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Tony Coombs
Tony Coombs
Comment No.
D089.03
D089.04
Document Section
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Restrict number of tall buildings
Supported - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
Improve every opportunity for small scale retail/cafes/bars at street level (restrict clone shops) - also extending into site at east end of Ridley Road. Market could be developed with cafes/restaurants with diverse ethnic cuisine or small scale flower & plant market
Noted. The Retail Strategy in section 5.4 encourages a balanced mix of national high street multiples alongside specialist, independent retailers and other service providers. Specific issues regarding improvements to Ridley Road Market are addressed as part of a separate study, RRMIS. The exact nature and usage of the new Market Square at the eastern end of Ridley Road market will be determined at a later stage.
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Tony Coombs
D089.05
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Eastern Curve could provide an optimistic new space and pedestrian route
Noted and supported.
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Make sure market keeps its essential character moveable stalls, range of food/clothing etc, no reduction in number of licences granted to stallholders, no reduction in storage & waste facilities for stallholders
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose altering of moving Ridley Road Market. Specific issues regarding the offer at the market, storage and waste facilities are not within the scope of the Phase 1 AAP, but are addressed as part of a different study, the Ridley Road Market Study (RRMS).
Tony Coombs
D089.06
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Tony Coombs
D089.07
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Improve pedestrian movement & width of pavements. Kingsland Shopping Centre accessibility to Ridley Road Market good
Noted. Proposed footpath widening is detailed in Figure 8.1 Pedestrian and Cyclist Strategy.
No need to move Dalston Kingsland Station but it does need massively improving
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP no longer proposes moving the Station to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street. Dalston Kingsland Station will stay in its current location with proposals for refurbishment of the entrance hall. Issues of accessibility will be addressed at a later stage.
Tony Coombs
D089.08
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
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Respondent Name
Tony Coombs
D090
Kathryn Packer
Comment No.
D089.09
D090.01
Document Section
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Officer Response
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Think carefully about new open spaces to make sure they are in places that will be very well used & safe. Gillett Square is too separate & inadequately used at present
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of new public open spaces that will have good visibility, accessibility and 'overlooking' to promote safety and security in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm.
Idea of skate park is awesome. Would like another small play area for younger children as part of or instead of a generic public space. A playground as part of the new library would be great (e.g.: visited playgrounds in the USA with plastic covered books) - on pg 55 none of these spaces look like good places for kids to play ball games etc. esp. 5-11yr olds.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP puts forward proposals for a range of play spaces, as illustrated in Figure 6.4. The Figure is only diagrammatic and strategic, however, and the exact number and type of play equipment will be determined at the detailed design stage. As part of the Dalston Square development, a new children's play area is being designed, which could be linked with the new library, however this is outside the scope of the AAP.
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
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Kathryn Packer
Kathryn Packer
Kathryn Packer
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D090.02
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Would like to see market stay in operation near Kingsland Rd. Great having so much fresh fruit & veg at cheap prices & so easily accessible. Do not want to see low cost/diverse shopping area become another standard small high street
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to move or alter Ridley Road Market. Regarding the retail offer within the town centre, the Council will examine opportunities to work with developers to provide small and affordable space for local, independent businesses and retailers at implementation stage.
D090.03
19.1 Steps
Asks how the plan is going to deal with the changing climate of the UK. New 25km2 projections being published by Detra this summer
Noted.
Like the idea of the Eastern Curve as long as it doesn't look like Matalan. Not convinced there are many gains from knocking down the shopping centre
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP views the redevelopment of Kingsland Shopping Centre as integral to the Phase 1 AAP proposals because it has the potential to 'unlock' a large town centre site, to allow for a new public open space along the Eastern Curve and to restore some north-south links in the heart of the town centre to increase accessibility and permeability.
D090.04
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15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Respondent ID
D091
Respondent Name
Pat Wooding
Comment No.
D091.01
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Keep as many characterful existing buildings as possible. Maximise opportunities for art work & greenery. Buildings should be set back from the road, not right up to the edge of the building line creating space & access for pedestrians & light for everyone
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation of buildings of historic and architectural merit such as locally listed buildings (such as Reeves and Sons Building) and/or cultural landmarks (such as Peace Mural and Rio Cinema) in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets. Furthermore the Phase 1 AAP identifies the potential for public open space on the northern portion of Site D2 (eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site) in 'Policy DTC - CA -1 Kingsland High Street Character Area - Site Specific Policies' relating to Site D. Policy DTC 13 - Supporting the Community outlines that a public art and lighting
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response strategy will be sought to be implemented as part of an overall programme to improve public spaces.
Pat Wooding
D091.02
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Not in favour of putting tall buildings (over 7/8 storeys) - they have to be accommodation, Holly St towers were unpopular & pulled down. Don’t want high rise on top of Kingsland Shopping Centre or on top of the station
Not supported - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. The Hackney Tall Building Study identifies Tall Buildings as being 10 storeys and above.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Pat Wooding
Pat Wooding
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D091.03
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
In favour of open public spaces as long as they aren't wind tunnels between tall buildings, facilities for children & trees important
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of new public open spaces, for recreation, leisure and relaxation (in Chapter 6 Enhancing the Public Realm). These include 'green' and hard-landscaped areas.
D091.04
7.6 Leisure and entertainment facilities
Yes to restaurants & bars like Café Otto, on street or open square (Gillett Square doesn't work)
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP puts forward an option to complete Phase 2 of Gillett Square with a new building in place of the existing car park that will have active frontage onto the square.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Pat Wooding
Pat Wooding
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D091.05
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Yes to community facilities - must be of a good standard (e.g. library) & for a mix of ages.
Not supported - Section 7.3 Supporting Community Facilities/Infrastructure outlines policies that all new development will be required to make provision for improved and additional community facilities and infrastructure to support population growth. Various locations to accommodate new/improved community facilities and infrastructure are identified.
D091.06
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Pedestrian routes are good - worried that Dalston will remain a traffic grid-lock. Routes must be safe as far as possible unless junction is widened). Yes to pedestrian bridge over railway
Noted.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Pat Wooding
Pat Wooding
Comment No.
D091.07
D091.08
Document Section
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Yes to green energy & homes
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through identifying a preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room as Opportunity Site F9. This is further supported in the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which identifies the undertaking of a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as a short term action. No change required
Get rid of Matalan. The mall itself is ok
Noted. Policies in Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre encourage a range of retail offer, including high street multiple retailers alongside smaller independent stores and for the shopping centre site seek individual shops and public realm to allow outdoor seating and potentially food stalls and outdoor dining.
Respondent ID
D092
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Peter Powis
D092.01
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
New buildings should conform to the character of Dalston. Should be a four floor max along Kingsland Rd & Dalston Lane.
Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. The Hackney Tall Building Study identifies Tall Buildings as being 10 storeys and above.
Peter Powis
D092.02
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
Drawings/sketches don’t match what is really there - appear to reduce existing structures e.g.: Dalston Square
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP now includes more simple, clear graphics.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Peter Powis
D093
Calum Storrie
Comment No.
D092.03
D093.01
Document Section
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
As a priority Dalston Lane should focus on pedestrian space. Building high rise structures right on the building line is a disaster
Noted. Policy 27 'Dalston Lane Character Area' advocates co-ordinated redevelopment of the opportunity sites within the Dalston Lane Character Area and streetscape improvements to improve pedestrian accessibility. No provision is made for high-rise structures
Useful existing buildings should be kept because they are useful & carry the character of the area. New landmark buildings should be of highest standard & existing landmark buildings need to be recognised/preserved
Noted and supported in part. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 10-
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response 16 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets. The AAP proposes a mixture of refurbishment and new development within the opportunity sites to retain and strengthen the strong and unique character of the area.
Calum Storrie
D093.02
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Deceptive to call the Eastern Curve a park - the proportion of the width of the space to the height of the adjacent buildings is important
Noted - the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies Tall Buildings as 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The AAP seeks to accommodate the population increase as supported by the emerging Core Strategy and London Plan. The exact height, design and architectural style of buildings on either side of the Eastern Curve will be determined at detailed design stage to limit overshadowing on the Eastern Curve.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Calum Storrie
Calum Storrie
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D093.03
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
The market is really important for Dalston & needs to be treated with great care - should not be handled like Broadway Market. Improvement should be incremental & should integrate with the community & the local environment
Noted and supported. Detailed issues surrounding Ridley Road Market are addressed in a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
D093.04
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Integration of routes is good. Making the shopping centre part of a complex system of pedestrian routes rather than a dead end is good. Unrealistic to expect this redevelopment in the current climate or near future
Noted. The Phasing Strategy in Chapter 19 'Phasing Strategy and Implementation Plan' indicatively identifies the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre coming forward in the medium to long term when market conditions are appropriate.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Calum Storrie
D094
Ed Couger
Comment No.
D093.05
D094.01
Document Section
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Improving the number/diversity of facilities for culture, education & health should be pursued
Supported - Section 7.3 Supporting Community Facilities/Infrastructure outlines policies that all new development will be required to make provision for improved and additional community facilities and infrastructure to support population growth. Various locations to accommodate new/improved community facilities and infrastructure are identified.
Low cost materials & replacing traditional brick buildings means the character of the environment is ripped out. These solutions do not fit into the environment - 'the Croydanization of Dalston is upon us'
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street,
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets. The AAP proposes a mixture of refurbishment and new development within the opportunity sites to retain and strengthen the strong and unique character of the area. The Phase 1 AAP supports the implementation of high quality materials in all development proposals (for both buildings and public open space) throughout the town centre.
D095
Emie
D095.01
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Council should find/provide a venue to host big art events & theatre days e.g.: big building on Kingsland High St between Rio Cinema & Princess May School. Not another cinema though - the rio is community & competition could hurt it
Noted. The AAP proposes a range of types and sizes of spaces throughout the town centre. The relocation of the Arcola Theatre to the town centre (supported in Chapter 07: Supporting Culture, Creativity the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure) would mean that there is a large theatre venue within Dalston town centre.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Emie
Emie
Comment No.
D095.02
D095.03
Document Section
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Requests more green spaces in central Dalston
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, respite and relaxation in Chapter 6 - Enhancing the public realm. These include 'green' areas and hard-landscaped areas.
More public toilets - could be in John Campbell Rd after its been turned into a wide pedestrian street
Noted. The AAP does not propose new public toilet facilities in John Campbell Road. Public toilets are now addressed in Section 7.3.5 Public Conveniences and will be considered as part of the detailed development of the proposed new public open spaces, in the redeveloped Kingsland Shopping Centre and as part of the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Emie
D096
Ann Hunte
Comment No.
D095.04
D096.01
Document Section
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
No more modern tower blocks to attempt giving Dalston a face-lift. Keep our neighbourhood charm
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes to build upon the existing character of Dalston. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
Will stop going to Dalston to shop if there are chain shops
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ann Hunte
Ann Hunte
Comment No.
D096.02
D096.03
Document Section
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Skyscrapers do not work for Hackney families. It would build a destructive community as there are no play areas. New buildings should be max 4 storeys
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes to build upon the existing character of Dalston. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
Eastern Curve as a green road is excellent. Cannot be considered a park - it shouldn't be in the shadow of tall buildings to the south of it
Noted - the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies Tall Buildings as 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The AAP seeks to accommodate the population increase as supported by the emerging Core Strategy and London Plan. The exact height, design
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response and architectural style of buildings on either side of the Eastern Curve will be determined at detailed design stage to limit overshadowing on the Eastern Curve.
Ann Hunte
D096.04
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Arcola Theatre should stay where it is - it is regenerating an old building. If moved it would lose its atmosphere
Noted. As noted in Chapter 07 - Supporting Culture, Creativity the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure the Phase 1 AAP, 'the Arcola Theatre has expressed interest in potentially relocating into Dalston town centre.'
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ann Hunte
Ann Hunte
Comment No.
D096.05
D096.06
Document Section
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Do not overshadow market with high rise buildings. Square at entrance is fine
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to overshadow the market with high-rise buildings. The taller building elements within the redeveloped Kingsland Shopping Centre will be carefully designed at the later, detailed design stage to ensure that the market is not overshadowed.
Gillett Square needs a purpose in the day time, e.g.: dance, art, carpentry, activities for children. A building containing such activities would bring people naturally to the area
Noted. The AAP puts forward a proposal to complete Phase 2 of Gillett Square with a new building in place of the existing car park that will have active frontage onto the square. Figure 5.1 Land Use Strategy proposes core day and evening economy uses around Gillett Square.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ann Hunte
Comment No.
D096.07
Document Section
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Low & zero carbon homes is excellent
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through advocating using less energy through adopting sustainable design and construction measures. Energy efficiency is a key consideration in the Energy Chapter of the Phase 1 AAP and there is an expectation that the built environment will be updated and improved to maximise the potential of higher energy efficiency levels where possible. Sustainable construction practices such as Passive House standard will also be particularly encouraged and the promotion and delivery of zero-carbon buildings is identified within the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) as an action to be undertaken across the life of the AAP. No change required
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ann Hunte
Ann Hunte
Comment No.
Document Section
D096.08
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
D096.09
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Kingsland Shopping Centre is ok - consider another route into Ridley Road & to the south
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a pedestrian/cycle bridge at the northern end of Ramsgate Street, which would provide an additional north-south connection to Ridley Road Market (please refer to Policy DTC 16 - Improving Transport and Accessibility in Dalston Town Centre).
2nd entrance to station by market is good -would need a wide, light tunnel to platforms
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP no longer proposes moving the Station to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street as part of redevelopment of the Shopping Centre. The Station will stay where it is currently located and will be refurbished. In addition, the Phase 1 AAP no longer proposes a secondary entrance to the Station from Gillett Square along Bradbury Mews.
Respondent ID
D097
Respondent Name
Anna Sherwin
Anna Sherwin
Comment No.
D097.01
D097.02
Document Section
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
No new tower blocks, do not build over four stories high. Tower blocks block out light, destroy the character of the area & have failed in the past
Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
Take account of the carbon footprint of all new building & use renewable energy resources where possible
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through advocating using less energy through adopting sustainable design and construction measures. Energy efficiency is a key consideration in the Energy Chapter of the Phase 1 AAP and there is an expectation that the built environment will be updated and improved to maximise the potential of higher energy efficiency levels where possible. Sustainable construction practices such as Passive House standard will also be particularly encouraged and the promotion and delivery of zero-carbon buildings is
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response identified within the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) as an action to be undertaken across the life of the AAP. No change required
Anna Sherwin
D097.03
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Preserve & increase green spaces. Provide facilities like play areas for children. A park on the eastern curve is a good idea
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for play, recreation, respite and relaxation in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm. These include 'green' areas and hardlandscaped areas.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Sherwin
Anna Sherwin
Comment No.
D097.04
D097.05
Document Section
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Support & prioritise local business & people
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
No new shopping centre & big chain stores - will just make Dalston like everywhere else
Noted. Redevelopment of the Shopping Centre is integral to the Phase 1 AAP proposals as it will unlock the regeneration potential for the area, but will still allow the character to be retained. Policies in Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre encourage a range of retail offer, including high street multiple retailers alongside smaller independent stores and for the shopping centre site seek individual shops and public realm to allow outdoor seating and potentially food stalls and outdoor dining.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Anna Sherwin
D097.06
5.4 New housing provision
Affordable homes for local people
Supported Affordable housing requirements are detailed in Section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Opportunity sites should not be used for tower blocks or big chain stores - should provide real opportunities for local people, not multinationals
Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Section 5.4 Retail Strategy encourages a range of national high street multiples along side specialist, independent retailers.
Anna Sherwin
D097.07
2.5 Opportunity Sites
Respondent ID
D098
Respondent Name
Hannah Williams
Hannah Williams
Parry-
Parry-
Comment No.
Document Section
D098.01
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
D098.02
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Less high rise please
Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
More open spaces please
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, respite and relaxation. These include 'green' areas and hard-landscaped areas.
Respondent ID
D099
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Hannah Williams
D098.03
5.4 New housing provision
Flat with more rooms so they can accommodate the families already living in the area
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP notes that the priority is for family accommodation (See Section 5.3 New Housing Provision).
D099.01
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Yes to integrating surrounding streets
Noted and supported.
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Officer Response
D099.02
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Leave market alone & support it to develop its own way. Help existing businesses to develop, give stalls electricity, support the traders association so they can look after stall holders. No top down bright ideas imposed & no expensive bars/coffee shops. Market is for locals
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose altering or moving Ridley Road Market. Detailed issues surrounding Ridley Road Market are addressed in a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
D099.03
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
A skate park may be a good idea but not in Ridley Rd
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose a skate park in Ridley Road Market.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
D099.04
D099.05
Document Section
2.5 Opportunity Sites
4.4 Building heights strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Concerned at number of opportunity sites & what the implications of this are. Do not want to see massive change - preserve the community spirit. Make sure it happens slowly & with consent
Noted. Development pressure for new development in Dalston is and will be apparent and therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of all new buildings, including tall buildings is required. Furthermore, the Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston and proposes to refurbish existing buildings where possible. The Council has sought the opinions and consent of local people through two public consultation periods.
Not loads of massive tall buildings which destroy character of area & break down community bonds
Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D099.06
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Oppose further development of Dalston Lane & loss of more historic buildings on that road
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
D099.07
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Can move around the town centre fine - there are some small streets where it would be good to have pedestrian only
Noted. See Figure 6.1: Public Realm Strategy for an illustration of where there are to be pedestrian-orientated streets.
Respondent ID
D100
Respondent Name
Catherine McShane
Catherine McShane
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D100.01
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
The MP doesn't live up to the vision of building on Dalston's diversity & creativity - looks like from the drawings it will be turned into an upper street
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP vision builds on strengthening the existing character of Dalston and its creativity, culture, and community (refer to Policy DTC 10 Supporting Community and Creativity).
Tall buildings are unnecessary
Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
D100.02
4.4 Building heights strategy
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Catherine McShane
Catherine McShane
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D100.03
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Encouraging retail chains to the area is unnecessary. MP looks like it will steamroll the diversity/colourful/characterful people. Concerned such retail spaces will not be filled & would leave holes
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
D100.04
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Eastern Curve proposal is actually a street - it is a token gesture to congest an already very busy area
Noted, however the Phase 1 AAP proposals see the Eastern Curve as a new public open space with play facilities and active frontages to promote vibrancy and safety.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Catherine McShane
D100.05
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Plans to alter market should be handled gently. Concerned council is interfering in an already thriving market
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter or move Ridley Road Market.
Development of Gillett Square is important - it is a waste at present
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP puts forward a proposal to complete Phase 2 of Gillett Square with a new building in place of the existing car park that will have active frontage onto the square (Chapter 14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square).
Catherine McShane
D100.06
14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square
Respondent ID
D101
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Katrina Mernagh
D101.01
4.4 Building heights strategy
Tall buildings needs to be planned carefully to ensure that light isn't blocked
Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
Katrina Mernagh
D101.02
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Market should not be compromised & traders should not be threatened by other business in the area
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter or move Ridley Road Market.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Katrina Mernagh
Katrina Mernagh
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D101.03
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
Vision sounds good in theory - questions whether the key features will actually be met by the developments
Noted. Chapter 19 of the Phase 1 AAP Phasing Strategy and Implementation Plan focuses on Delivery and Implementation on delivering the Phase 1 AAP vision.
Should plant more trees e.g.: lack of them in Gillett Square
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes that new streetscaping is implemented throughout the town centre, though there are no specific designs will be determined at implementation stage. Specifically, the AAP proposes that more trees are planted in Gillett Square, as illustrated in Figure 14.1.
D101.04
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Katrina Mernagh
D102
Helen Gordon
Comment No.
D101.05
D102.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Traders/businesses on Dalston Lane need to be assisted with low rents to encourage more independent/interesting/diverse types of shops rather than boring global chains
Noted. Policy DTC 08 'Improving Town Centre Retail Provision' advocates a balanced approach recognising and supporting the small-scale independent retailers whilst providing for further specialist retailers to be accommodated.
Concerned about the numbers of proposed high rise developments and about the high density developments
Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Helen Gordon
D103
Rose Fraser
Comment No.
D102.02
D103.01
Document Section
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Include lots of open space for public use
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure, respite and relaxation in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm. These include 'green' and hard-landscaped areas.
Should be turned into a square where the buildings have been knocked down for western curve
Noted - The Phase 1 AAP identifies the potential for public open space on the northern portion of Site D2 (eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site) in 'Policy DTC - CA -1 Kingsland High Street Character Area - Site Specific Policies' relating to Site D. Furthermore the potential for public open space on this site is supported in Policy DTC 11 - Public Realm Quality.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Rose Fraser
Rose Fraser
Comment No.
Document Section
D103.02
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
D103.03
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Doesn't want tall buildings - character of Dalston will be lost as they change the landscape, block out light
Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
Market should be kept local & not turned into a bland high street with chain restaurants & bars
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter, move or change the character of Ridley Road Market. Specific improvements to the Market are addressed as part of a separate study, RRMIS.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Rose Fraser
Comment No.
D103.04
Document Section
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Investment in new cultural & arts venues is a great idea
Noted. The Arcola Theatre has expressed interest in potentially relocating into the Dalston Town Centre. The Phase 1 AAP supports the potential re-location of the Arcola Theatre to Dalston Town Centre, preferred sites H (east of Ashwin Street) and D2 (western side of Ashwin Street, south of Shiloh Pentecostal Church) in Chapter 07: Supporting Culture, Creativity and the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure (addressed specifically in Policy DTC 13). The Phase 1 AAP is flexible, therefore other locations for the Arcola Theatre can be considered. Also, the Phase 1 AAP proposes two 'Core Community and Creative Quarters' where the community, cultural/creative and third sectors will be supported and developed (Policy DTC 10 - Supporting Community and Creativity) around Ashwin Street/Dalston Lane and Gillett Square. The Council is not proposing the development of any cultural/leisure or arts venues, however will support these uses coming forward in appropriate locations.
Respondent ID
D104
Respondent Name
A Finlay
A Finlay
Comment No.
D104.01
D104.02
Document Section
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Opposed to tall buildings (more than 4 stories) in & around the station. They are out of character with existing architecture, block light & are out of scale
Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions.
In favour of public space on eastern curve provided tower blocks are not allowed. Dalston is in great need of public green space & this should be a priority
Noted - the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies Tall Buildings as 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The AAP seeks to accommodate the population increase as supported by the emerging Core Strategy and London Plan. The exact height, design and architectural style of buildings on either side of the Eastern Curve will be
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response determined at detailed design stage to limit overshadowing on the Eastern Curve.
A Finlay
D104.03
5.6 Leisure and the night time economy
In favour of more entertainment retail outlets provided these work with/complement local businesses; are not contingent on having to build excessively large new developments; are priced to encourage local entrepreneurs not chain brands. Too much emphasis in MP on expansion & not on quality of life
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of retail unit types and sizes that will accommodate a range of retailers, including local independent businesses and national high street chains (refer to 5.4 Retail Strategy). The Phase 1 AAP vision builds on and strengthens the existing vibrant and unique character of Dalston.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
A Finlay
A Finlay
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D104.04
5.7 Community Facilities
Not opposed in principle to new/improved community facilities - MP needs more detail as to what the nature of these are & where they would be based
Noted. Chapter 07: Supporting Culture, Creativity, the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure requires all new development to make provision for improved and additional community facilities and infrastructure provision to support population growth..
D104.05
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Any new pedestrian routes must consider safety issues, how they will be made aesthetically pleasing & complementary to local community. Don’t forget about cyclists
Noted and supported.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
A Finlay
D105
Caroline Evans
Comment No.
D104.06
D105.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Anything to develop the shopping centre into a more pleasing/integrated architectural/social element would be positive provided it does not detrimentally affect the market
Noted. The Implementation Plan in Chapter 19 Phasing Strategy and Implementation identifies the development of an appropriate design brief for the shopping centre as a short term project. This detailed design brief will investigate more detailed design solutions for the Shopping Centre to ensure there is no detrimental effect on the market.
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
Agree with vision but language should recognise Dalston is part of bigger metropolis, not a town in itself. Diversity, heterogeneity, social mix should also be reflected
Noted. The Phase 1AAP vision builds on strengthening the existing character of Dalston and its creativity, culture, and community. Part A discussed Dalston in its wider context such as proximity to the city and Stratford etc.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Caroline Evans
D105.02
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Architecture should mirror range/variety of people living/working in Dalston - don’t have too unified or bland a scheme
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP vision builds on strengthening the existing character of Dalston and its creativity, culture, and community.
Caroline Evans
D105.03
2.5 Opportunity Sites
Cannot identify any additional opportunity sites
Noted.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Caroline Evans
Caroline Evans
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D105.04
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Strongly disagree with tall buildings on Dalston Lane. Strongly disagree with idea of 'stepping up' building heights by building slightly lower adjacent buildings. Leave corner of Dalston lane/Kingsland Rd - don’t build up high there
Noted - The Phase 1 AAP does not propose any tall building on Dalston Lane or the corner of Dalston Lane/Kingsland Road.
Dalston Lane can be improved & existing buildings left
Noted. In terms of Dalston Lane Terrace, the Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'. In addition, the Phase 1 AAP puts forward proposals for sensitive redevelopment in the other opportunity sites along Dalston Lane.
D105.05
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Caroline Evans
D105.06
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Eastern Curve great idea but concerned about possible heights of buildings. Proceed with caution & think of ratio width to height
Noted - the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies Tall Buildings as 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The AAP seeks to accommodate the population increase as supported by the emerging Core Strategy and London Plan. The exact height, design and architectural style of buildings on either side of the Eastern Curve will be determined at detailed design stage to limit overshadowing on the Eastern Curve.
Caroline Evans
D105.07
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Footbridge is excellent idea
Noted and supported.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Caroline Evans
Caroline Evans
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D105.08
5.6 Leisure and the night time economy
More restaurants/bars great idea. Design streets with pedestrian safety at night in mind
Noted. See Sections 5.5: Overview of leisure and the night-time economy and Section 06: Enhancing the public realm for a description of where and how new restaurant/bars will be located and how safety at night will be ensured.
D105.09
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Strongly agree with increased facilities for culture, education & health provision in the area
Noted and supported.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Caroline Evans
D105.10
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Proposed new pedestrian routes & street/transport improvements are a good idea
Noted and supported.
Yes to building low/zero carbon homes
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through advocating using less energy through adopting sustainable design and construction measures. Energy efficiency is a key consideration in the Energy Chapter of the Phase 1 AAP and there is an expectation that the built environment will be updated and improved to maximise the potential of higher energy efficiency levels where possible. Sustainable construction practices such as Passive House standard will also be particularly encouraged and the promotion and delivery of zero-carbon buildings is identified within the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) as an action to be undertaken
Caroline Evans
D105.11
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response across the life of the AAP. No change required
Caroline Evans
D105.12
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Shopping Centre is hideous - pull it down. Yes to integrating the shops into the life of the street & city. Keep Dalston real & don’t try to be American/suburban
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP suggests that redevelopment of the shopping centre is integral to the regeneration of the town centre. The Phase 1 AAP's broad proposals for the shopping centre see it reconnected to the urban grid rather than being an internalised mall and it is envisaged that a new north-south axis will help facilitate movement within the town centre (please refer to Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre).
Respondent ID
D106
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Caroline Evans
D105.13
5.4 New housing provision
Aim high for the very best in architectural design - don’t build anymore mediocre buildings
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP supports high quality, contextual architecture.
Building low/zero carbon homes is difficult due to new build being a high carbon activity. Environmental impact/climate change prime concerns - spend money making Dalston's existing nice buildings more energy efficient
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to retain and enhance buildings of historic, cultural and townscape merit and includes policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and 'Heritage' (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets which support retention. Note that Chapter 10 'Maximising Energy Efficiency'
Tony Cardew
D106.01
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response has been amended to ensure it is more specific to Dalston and Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' advocates decreasing the overall CO2 emissions in the town centre particularly by adopting sustainable design and construction measures. No change required
Tony Cardew
D106.02
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Do everything to prevent high-rise buildings. Care for existing buildings to encourage familyoriented population with a penchant for conservation & long-terms
Noted - Noted. Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Tony Cardew
D106.03
5.6 Leisure and the night time economy
New restaurants & bars will pop-up as the demand requires
Noted.
D106.04
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Do not take control of the market/try to direct it to become something else. It is unique as is & would be missed if it became a street café site
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter or move Ridley Road Market. Specific improvements to the Market are discussed in a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Tony Cardew
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Tony Cardew
D107
Lydia Ashman
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D106.05
19.1 Steps
Dalston is regenerating itself naturally - give it time & help it reduce its carbon footprint. This way it can be a ground-breaking development project
Noted. See Chapter 10 'Maximising Energy Efficiency' and aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon zone
Pedestrian/cycle link on eastern curve is a good idea but concerned having tall buildings would mean it becomes tunnel-like & unappealing route to take e.g.: spatial experience & safety. This aspect of the plan should be reconsidered
Noted - the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies Tall Buildings as 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The AAP seeks to accommodate the population increase as supported by the emerging Core Strategy and London Plan. The exact height, design and architectural style of buildings on either side of the Eastern Curve will be determined at detailed design stage to limit overshadowing on the Eastern Curve.
D107.01
Next
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Lydia Ashman
Lydia Ashman
Comment No.
D107.02
D107.03
Document Section
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
No tall buildings - concerned at step up in height suggested to 10 storeys
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Opposed to knocking down any historic buildings on the corner of Dalston Lane/Kingsland Road in order to build new high-storey developments. Keep with the building on the other side of the road.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings (such as 2-4 Kingsland High Street) and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
Lydia Ashman
D107.04
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Footbridge is a good idea
Noted and supported.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Lydia Ashman
D108
Rev Lewis
Francis
Comment No.
D107.05
D108.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
In favour of pedestrianised
Noted and supported in part - Policy 25 Ashwin Street Character Area supports a new 'shared space' scheme along the length of Ashwin Street to be implemented through resurfacing with new, high quality materials and design to support and enhance its role as a local pedestrian and cycle dominated street.
5.7 Community Facilities
Already has disturbed smooth running of the church (Shiloh Pentescostal) in terms of parking. Cannot park in street during services as has been done last 30 years. Asks whether double yellow lines will be removed afterwards?
Ashwin
Street
becoming
Noted. Removal of double yellow lines are not within the scope of the Phase 1 AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Rev Lewis
D109
Francis
Elsie Pilbeam
Comment No.
D108.02
D109.01
Document Section
5.7 Community Facilities
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Asks whether tall buildings will affect the light? At the moment the church has light with all the buildings knocked down (western curve). Church can also be viewed from a good distance
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP includes a building height strategy to manage the location and scale of tall buildings which is based on the Hackney Tall Buildings Strategy. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies tall buildings as 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing and access to light), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to accommodate the population increase as supported by the emerging Core Strategy and London Plan.
High buildings next to station/east side of Kingsland Rd would shut in the high st, make it feel narrower & more enclosed & spoil the building line
Noted Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response Housing Provision.
Elsie Pilbeam
D109.02
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Leave demolished area open. Reveals Reeves building. Make this space a square with seats/play area/cafes. Would relieve pressure on crowded pavements
Noted - The Phase 1 AAP identifies the potential for public open space on the northern portion of Site D2 (eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site) in 'Policy DTC - CA -1 Kingsland High Street Character Area - Site Specific Policies' relating to Site D. Furthermore the potential for public open space on this site is supported in Policy DTC 11 - Public Realm Quality.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Elsie Pilbeam
Elsie Pilbeam
Comment No.
D109.03
D109.04
Document Section
9.2 Public transport and Parking
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Asks where cars are going as a result of more housing over the new station?
Noted. Overall Policy DTC 'Parking and Servicing' aims to not result in an increase in parking supply within the town centre by introducing a car club parking scheme which will use existing spaces within the town centre. Within any development proposal the opportunity site should be taken to examine opportunities to reduce total parking supply and introduce management measures.
Eastern curve good idea provided buildings are max 4 storeys
Noted - the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies Tall Buildings as 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The AAP seeks to accommodate the population increase as supported by the emerging Core Strategy and London Plan. The exact height, design and architectural style of buildings on either side of the Eastern Curve will be determined at detailed design stage to limit overshadowing on the Eastern Curve.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Elsie Pilbeam
Elsie Pilbeam
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D109.05
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
No more bars/restaurants in market. Keep it as it is with old style stalls - refurbish but don’t alter. Develop with permanent stalls square at eastern end of it. Repair storage space lost in Birbeck St & let it be used again. Market is important for people who have less money/more unemployed
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter or move Ridley Road Market. Specific issues regarding usage of the market and stalls are addressed in a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
D109.06
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Don’t move DK station - would ruin/hide approach to market.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP no longer proposes moving the Station to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street as part of the redeveloped Shopping Centre. Dalston Kingsland Station will stay in its current location and will be refurbished.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Elsie Pilbeam
Elsie Pilbeam
Comment No.
D109.07
D109.08
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Keep shopping centre as is.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP suggests that redevelopment of the shopping centre is integral to the regeneration of the town centre. The Phase 1 AAP's broad proposals for the shopping centre see it reconnected to the urban grid rather than being an internalised mall and it is envisaged that a new north-south axis will help facilitate movement within the town centre (please refer to Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre).
5.5 Retail Strategy
Could be more diverse shops at bottom of rebuilt demolished area (west side of western curve), n west end of Dalston Lane, the new station in Dalston Square, eastern curve. No-one will take retail space on in recession
Noted. Section 5.4 Retail Strategy encourages a balanced mix of national high street multiples along side specialist, independent retailers an other service providers.
Respondent ID
D110
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Elsie Pilbeam
D109.09
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
New pathways, linking facilities, pavement congestion - very welcome
Anna Holder
D110.01
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Officer Response
relieving
MP should focus more on preserving/enhancing existing local business/shops, unique cultural spaces, social enterprises, heritage buildings
Noted and supported.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings (such as 2-4 Kingsland High Street) and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 10-
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response 16 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets. The Phase 1 AAP also supports a range of unit sizes to accommodate for a range of local businesses in Policy DTC 08 - Improving Town Centre Retail Provision. 'Core community and creative quarters' are designated around Ashwin Street and Gillett Square to facilitate and support community creative, cultural, creative and third sector uses within the town centre.
Anna Holder
D110.02
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Real need for public open space/green space accessible to everyone & play space for children & young adults. Local groups could be involved in the design & maintenance of these.
Noted. The AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm. These include 'green' and hard-landscaped areas.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Anna Holder
D110.03
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Linking through to Ridley Rd across railway a good idea
Noted and supported.
Take care to preserve Ashwin St & businesses there. Could become a hub for community development
Phase 1 AAP has inserted a new character area called 'Ashwin Street' to identify the specific strengths of this area and provide policies (Policy 25 - Ashwin Street Character Area) to enhance and protect the character of this area. These policies supports the proposed retention of the V22 building - 10 - 16 Ashwin Street and proposes that any redevelopment and/or refurbishment of Nos. 2 - 8 Ashwin Street is encouraged to consider the retention of the existing buildings and/or existing building facade. Policy 10 - Supporting Community and Creativity encourages 'Core community and creative quarters' designated around Ashwin Street and Gillett Square to facilitate and support community creative, cultural, creative and third sector uses within the town centre.
Anna Holder
D110.04
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Holder
D111
Emmerson Best
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D110.05
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Buildings over 6 storeys would overshadow & negate benefit from any new open space provided
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
D111.01
18 Delivery and Implementation
Concerned about jobs for local people during construction & afterwards
Outside the scope of the Phase 1 AAP and will depend on when and how development proposals are brought forward. No change required
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D112
David Annand
D112.01
5.4 New housing provision
Barratt homes are the opposite of what Dalston needs catering to young couples not families. Please be more adventurous
Noted.
Keep the things that make Dalston vibrant market, small shops, Rio, Vortex, pubs
Noted. Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks (such as the Rio Cinema etc) in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). The Phase 1 AAP also supports a range of unit sizes to accommodate for a range of local businesses in Policy DTC 08 - Improving Town Centre Retail Provision. The Phase 1 AAP recognises the importance of Ridley Road Market and that some improvements to the market are required through the 'Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme'.
D113
Jon Ager
D113.01
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Jon Ager
D113.02
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Don’t cut market off main road
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to cut Ridley Road Market off from the main road (Kingsland High Street)
Jon Ager
D113.03
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Don’t build tall buildings along Dalston Lane - cut off light & makes it a rat run for cars
Not supported - The Phase 1 AAP does not propose any tall building along Dalston Lane.
Respondent ID
D114
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Jon Ager
D113.04
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Yes to eastern curve idea, especially if Matalan is knocked down
Noted.
Not happy about height of buildings on eastern curve - will be dominant & dwarf market
Not supported - a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Study identifies Tall Buildings as being 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. Furthermore the Phase 1 AAP must seek to accommodate population increase as supported by the Core Strategy and London Plan.
Penny Fowler
D114.01
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Penny Fowler
Penny Fowler
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D114.02
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Market should start from Kingsland Rd. Market is important to character of Dalston
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not proposes a public open space at the entrance to Ridley Road Market from Kingsland High Street. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to move or alter Ridley Road Market.
D114.03
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
Unhappy about tall blocks at Dalston Square they dominate the area
Noted, however the Dalston Square development is currently under construction and its heights are not determined by the Phase 1 AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Penny Fowler
Penny Fowler
Comment No.
Document Section
D114.04
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
D114.05
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Yes to restoring Dalston Lane shops & buildings
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
Want to feel safer in Dalston - proposed public spaces are good. Gillett Square doesn't feel safe
Noted. The AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation with various proposals to ensure safety and security such as active frontages and lighting schemes. Gillett Square is one of the opportunity sites in the Phase 1 AAP and improvements here will further assist in making the space feel safer and more welcoming through encouraging active frontages facing onto the square to improve casual surveillance of the area and therefore improve safety (Chapter 14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square).
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Penny Fowler
Penny Fowler
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D114.06
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Improvements to shopping centre are welcome
Noted and supported.
Retain peace mural & Ashwin Street paintworks building
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings (such as Reeves and Son Building/Colour Works building) and/or cultural landmarks (such as the Peace Mural) in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03).
D114.07
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent ID
D115
D116
Respondent Name
Melaney Davies
Andrew Boff
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D115.01
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Need specific provision for older children/teenagers e.g.: outdoor spaces/facilities. Already suitable provision for under 5s. Suggest a skateboard park or youth club with outdoor space e.g.: southbank area of London
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a youth facility at Ritson Place (see Chapter 6 Enhancing the Public Realm).
No tall buildings - this is not Croydon
Noted Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
D116.01
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Andrew Boff
Andrew Boff
Comment No.
D116.02
D116.03
Document Section
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
All developments should support small shops
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
Market should be cleaned, tidied & have better facilities (toilets). Should be paid for by developers, not stall holders. Keep market at centre of Dalston. Better parking for traders/shoppers, provide storage facilities.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter or move Ridley Road Market. Specific improvements to the Market are addressed in a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme. The Phase 1 AAP proposes an underground car park below the redeveloped shopping centre that will replace and increase the existing car park (refer to Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre)
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Andrew Boff
D116.04
5.4 New housing provision
All social housing should be ground floor family housing with 3+ bedrooms
Noted. The AAP prioritises family accommodation. See Section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
D116.05
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
Turn Dalston Square into allotments
Noted, however the Dalston Square development is currently under construction and its usage can not be determined by the Phase 1 AAP.
Andrew Boff
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Andrew Boff
D117
James Burgess
Comment No.
D116.06
D117.01
Document Section
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
No redevelopment of shopping centre. Don’t need more clone developments
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP suggests that redevelopment of the shopping centre is integral to the regeneration of the town centre. The Phase 1 AAP's broad proposals for the shopping centre see it reconnected to the urban grid rather than being an internalised mall and it is envisaged that a new north-south axis will help facilitate movement within the town centre (please refer to Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre).
Important to keep direct access to market from Kingsland Rd
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not proposes a public open space at the entrance to Ridley Road Market from Kingsland High Street. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to move or alter Ridley Road Market.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
James Burgess
James Burgess
Comment No.
D117.02
D117.03
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Corner Dalston Lane/Kingsland Rd by Ashwin St should be pedestrian only open green space & thorough fare. Tall buildings would detract from this, especially higher than current 4 storey houses
Noted - The Phase 1 AAP identifies the potential for public open space on the northern portion of Site D2 (eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site) in 'Policy DTC - CA -1 Kingsland High Street Character Area - Site Specific Policies' relating to Site D. Furthermore the potential for public open space on this site is supported in Policy DTC 11 - Public Realm Quality. The AAP proposes that a maximum height of 4-6 storeys are appropriate for this location in Policy DTC - CA -1 - Kingsland High Street Character Area - Site Specific Policies'
Public pedestrian park good idea but without tall buildings - 4 storeys is enough. Yes to open green pedestrian/cycle spaces.
Noted - the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies Tall Buildings as 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The AAP seeks to accommodate the population increase as supported by the emerging Core Strategy and London Plan. The exact height, design and architectural style of buildings on either side of the Eastern Curve will be
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response determined at detailed design stage to limit overshadowing on the Eastern Curve.
James Burgess
D117.04
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Pedestrian footbridge good idea
Noted and supported.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
James Burgess
D118
Brian Garvey
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D117.05
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Restoring terraces whilst insulating & better equipping them for low-carbon is better than beefing up the height of these houses. No need to step up the height of the terrace to match unwanted Dalston Square
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'. Design guidance is being developed on a more specific level to the Dalston Lane Terrace project where retention of existing shops and encouraging small independent business will be considered. The Terrace is in private ownership and a milestone action plan will be developed once a route has been agreed on implementing this project.
D118.01
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Need more open spaces that aren't blocked by tall buildings. Important to create calm/be less tightly packed given increasing population density
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm. These include 'green' and hard-landscaped areas.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Brian Garvey
Brian Garvey
Comment No.
Document Section
D118.02
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
D118.03
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Need greater provision for cycling lanes
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of new pedestrian and cycle routes, addressed in Chapter 8: Getting around the town centre.
Tall buildings on eastern curve would diminish any park space & create a space public wont want to use
Noted - the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies Tall Buildings as 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The AAP seeks to accommodate the population increase as supported by the emerging Core Strategy and London Plan. The exact height, design and architectural style of buildings on either side of the Eastern Curve will be determined at detailed design stage to limit overshadowing on the Eastern Curve.
Respondent ID
D119
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Brian Garvey
D118.04
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Samantha Howard
D119.01
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Using Ashwin St/Kingsland Rd as an open space rather than buildings would help release some of the feeling of claustrophobia
Noted - The Phase 1 AAP identifies the potential for public open space on the northern portion of Site D2 (eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site) in 'Policy DTC - CA -1 Kingsland High Street Character Area - Site Specific Policies' relating to Site D. Furthermore the potential for public open space on this site is supported in Policy DTC 11 - Public Realm Quality.
Important to include pedestrianised area & improved links between retail zones
Noted. See Figure 6.1: Public Realm Strategy and Figure 5.2: Retail Strategy.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Samantha Howard
Samantha Howard
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D119.02
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Desperately need more green/open/safe/maintained space for children, families, community events.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm. These include 'green' and hard-landscaped areas.
Keep local & independent business in retail, food, entertainment & nightlife.
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
D119.03
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Samantha Howard
Samantha Howard
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D119.04
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Plan should focus on refurbishment rather than demolition & rebuild
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03).
D119.05
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Quality of retail could be improved with more music/better quality clothing outlets. Charity shops & independent labels help local business & projects. Shop fronts should not become uniformed in character
Noted. Section 5.4: Retail Strategy details strategy to improve retail offer in the Town Centre.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Samantha Howard
Samantha Howard
Comment No.
D119.06
D119.07
Document Section
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Cultural & creative industries must be supported & encouraged within the area
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP proposes two 'Core Community and Creative Quarters' where the community, cultural/creative and third sectors will be supported and developed (Policy DTC 10 Supporting Community and Creativity) around Ashwin Street/Dalston Lane and Gillett Square.
High rise/tall buildings should not be developed in the area
Noted Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Samantha Howard
Samantha Howard
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D119.08
5.6 Leisure and the night time economy
More independent restaurants/bars would be good but only if they offered new/diverse foods & didn't negatively impact on current businesses which are great value & quality. More outdoor space at restaurants/bars would improve service
Noted. See Section 5.5: Overview of the leisure and night-time economy.
All building development should be as sustainable as possible. Supports low carbon homes.
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through advocating using less energy through adopting sustainable design and construction measures. Energy efficiency is a key consideration in the Energy Chapter of the Phase 1 AAP and there is an expectation that the built environment will be updated and improved to maximise the potential of higher energy efficiency levels where possible. Sustainable construction practices such as Passive House standard will also be particularly encouraged and the promotion and delivery of zero-carbon buildings is identified within the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) as an action to be undertaken
D119.09
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response across the life of the AAP. No change required
Samantha Howard
D119.10
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Local libraries should be invested in/supported/improved e.g.: add open space & cafes
Noted and supported. The Dalston Square development will have a new library and an associated open space. This is detailed din section 7.3 Supporting Community facilities/Infrastructure.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Samantha Howard
Samantha Howard
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D119.11
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
More recycling facilities should be available. Public waste/bins should have all recycling options
Noted. Recycling facilities are beyond the scope of the Phase 1 AAP, however recycling facilities will be considered by the Council's Waste Department.
D119.12
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Ensure inclusive access to buildings & facilities e.g.: wheelchair access to buildings & facilities, disabled toilets
Noted. Access and facilities for people with disabilities will be ensured at the detailed design stage.
Respondent ID
D120
Respondent Name
Karen Deignan
Karen Deignan
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D120.01
4.4 Building heights strategy
Tall buildings need to be carefully situated. Too many will block sunlight, feel too imposing & create feeling of living on top of each other. The more low rise the better
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
D120.02
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
New plan should incorporate lots of open spaces - help people feel calm, space to gather, give people 'greeness' in urban environment
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm. These include 'green' and hard-landscaped areas.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Karen Deignan
Comment No.
D120.03
Document Section
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Environmental sustainability very important community & buildings need to be prepared for impact of climate change
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through advocating using less energy through adopting sustainable design and construction measures. Energy efficiency is a key consideration in the Energy Chapter of the Phase 1 AAP and there is an expectation that the built environment will be updated and improved to maximise the potential of higher energy efficiency levels where possible. Sustainable construction practices such as Passive House standard will also be particularly encouraged and the promotion and delivery of zero-carbon buildings is identified within the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) as an action to be undertaken across the life of the AAP. No change required
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Karen Deignan
D121
Julia
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D120.04
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Must have facilities for young people e.g.: youth centres & other buildings for community groups etc.
Supported. Section 7.3 Supporting Community Facilities/Infrastructure outlines policies that all new development will be required to make provision for improved and additional community facilities and infrastructure to support population growth and that support will be given to the upgrade of the youth facility on the corner of Beechwood Road and Forrest Road. The Implementation Plan in Part D details the implementation of various community facilities.
D121.01
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Agree that market is the heart of Dalston but concerned this is under direct attack of reconstruction
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter or move Ridley Road Market. Specific improvements to the Market are addressed in a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP will build upon the existing character of Dalston.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP will build upon the existing character of Dalston.
Julia
D121.02
2.7 SWOT Analysis
Concerned the SWOT Analysis identifies the wrong weaknesses e.g.: poor retail offer is just a different offer from other places allowing Dalston to be diverse & creative; 'areas of very poor architectural quality' the strength is its difference & not making it look generically pleasing
Julia
D121.03
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
Real conflict between the vision for Dalston and the things residents love about it
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
D122
T Ivison
D122.01
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
Complete lack of past engagement community to get to this point
D123.01
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Protect the strong creative, multicultural identity in Dalston which attracts a great mix of people choosing to make their home here
D123
Elena Graves
Officer Response
with
Not supported - The Phase 1 AAP has been subject to extensive ongoing community and stakeholder consultation.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP vision builds on strengthening the existing character of Dalston and its creativity, culture, and community.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Elena Graves
Elena Graves
Comment No.
Document Section
D123.02
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
D123.03
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Protect fixtures such as Ridley Rd Market
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to move or alter Ridley Road Market and recognises its importance within the town centre (refer to Chapter 13 Character Area 03: Ridley Road).
Newer buildings should sit comfortably alongside original victorian buildings & where possible save & adapt the original buildings - they enhance the surroundings
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03).
Respondent ID
D124
Respondent Name
Sylvia Cummins
Sylvia Cummins
Comment No.
Document Section
D124.01
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
D124.02
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Wants to see the preservation of the Dalston Lane area
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
Don’t build any more high rises - the local area is not suited to taller buildings
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Sylvia Cummins
Sylvia Cummins
Comment No.
D124.03
D124.04
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Dalston's heritage is a mix of 19th & early 20th century buildings which should be preserved
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03).
Don’t change the market by having an arch at Kingsland High St end - people need to see the market & be drawn in by the natural colour & activity. Bars/restaurants not need in market
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose a public open space at the entrance to Ridley Road Market from Kingsland High Street. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to move or alter Ridley Road Market. The AAP identifies that Ridley Road is suitable for bars/restaurants, as described in Section 5.5: Overview of leisure and the night-time economy.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Sylvia Cummins
Sylvia Cummins
Comment No.
D124.05
D124.06
Document Section
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Shopping Centre works well as is redevelopment is unnecessary, costly & not wanted by owners.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP suggests that redevelopment of the shopping centre is integral to the regeneration of the town centre. The Phase 1 AAP's broad proposals for the shopping centre see it reconnected to the urban grid rather than being an internalised mall and it is envisaged that a new north-south axis will help facilitate movement within the town centre (please refer to Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre).
Eastern curve looks more like a windswept canyon with tall buildings on the sides & not an inviting green space. Cannot understand how this is being called a park
Noted - the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies Tall Buildings as 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The AAP seeks to accommodate the population increase as supported by the emerging Core Strategy and London Plan. The exact height, design and architectural style of buildings on either side of the Eastern Curve will be determined at detailed design stage to limit overshadowing on the Eastern Curve.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Sylvia Cummins
Sylvia Cummins
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D124.07
5.1 Land Use Strategy
Any new housing should include a much higher proportion of social housing than has been in the past. Building homes with low carbon emissions is a good idea
Noted. See Chapter 10: Maximising Energy Efficiency and Section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Improving cyclists/pedestrians/bus facilities is a good idea
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of new pedestrian and cycle routes, addressed in Chapter 8: Getting around the town centre. Potential bus improvements by TFL are highlighted in Chapter 09: making the most of Public Transport.
D124.08
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
passenger
Respondent ID
D125
D126
Respondent Name
Caroline Woodley
No name
Comment No.
Document Section
D125.01
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
D126.01
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Concerned about the height of new build - a shame to overshadow the open space that has been promised
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Keep the market a real market, no starbucks
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter or move the market, nor does it propose specific retailers to occupy the units.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
No name
No name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D126.02
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
No junky post-modern architecture - high quality buildings.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes high quality architecture and design through various policies throughout the town centre.
Locally owned shops, no/few chains
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
D126.03
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
No name
D126.04
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
No name
D126.05
5.4 New housing provision
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Should be an interchange between Dalston Kingsland Station & Dalston Junction stations
Noted. The scope of the AAP does not cover transport infrastructure projects and interchange between the stations would need to be addressed by TfL. The Phase 1 AAP does encourage improved pedestrian connections from Dalston Kingsland Station to Dalston Junction in Policy DTC 17 Strategic Improvements to the Pedestrian and Cycle Network.
Have plenty of residential buildings - not all shops/offices
Noted.
Respondent ID
D127
D128
Respondent Name
No name
No name
Comment No.
D127.01
D128.01
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Worried MP will push out local people/business because prices will go up. Important to find a way to keep them there & introduce a plan so they can afford to stay there
Noted - Policy DTC 07 - New Housing Provision sets out the requirements for Affordable Housing in the Town Centre for local people. The Phase 1 AAP also supports a range of unit sizes to accommodate for a range of local businesses in Policy DTC 08 - Improving Town Centre Retail Provision.'
No building should be higher than 4 storeys
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
No name
D128.02
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Park on eastern curve a great idea
Noted and supported.
D128.03
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Avoid turning Dalston into Edmonton Green
Noted.
No name
Respondent ID
D129
Respondent Name
G Edwards
G Edwards
Comment No.
D129.01
D129.02
Document Section
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
High rise inappropriate for housing in any city
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Image of Dalston Lane is misleading - no indication of tower blocks or proposed scaling down of terrace
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has been amended to remove the illustration of Dalston Lane. This was an indicative sketch for consultation purposes to give an idea of what refurbishment of the terrace could look like.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
G Edwards
G Edwards
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D129.03
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Need to maintain existing shops which have diversity. Existing shops are under threat from rent rises & stealth dilapidation by absent landlords
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports a range of unit sizes to accommodate for a range of local businesses in Policy DTC 08 Improving Town Centre Retail Provision.'
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Market should be protected as a market trader area with proper facilities (Boris proposed funding/regulation for markets & small shop keepers that should be used to maintain existing environments)
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter or move Ridley Road Market. Specific issues regarding Ridley Road Market are addressed as part of a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
D129.04
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
G Edwards
G Edwards
Comment No.
Document Section
D129.05
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
D129.06
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Preserve what is left of victorian/Georgian London - once destroyed its lost forever. Consider sympathetic architectural design
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03).
Desperately need more green spaces
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm. These include 'green' and hard-landscaped areas.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
G Edwards
G Edwards
Comment No.
D129.07
D129.08
Document Section
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Height of houses will overshadow greening of eastern curve
Noted - the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies Tall Buildings as 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The AAP seeks to accommodate the population increase as supported by the emerging Core Strategy and London Plan. The exact height, design and architectural style of buildings on either side of the Eastern Curve will be determined at detailed design stage to limit overshadowing on the Eastern Curve.
Train/tube is excellent idea. Asks why Broadstreet link closed? Asks what provisions there are between DK station and new station?
Noted. The scope of the AAP does not cover transport infrastructure projects and interchange between the stations would need to be addressed by TfL. The Phase 1 AAP does encourage improved pedestrian connections from Dalston Kingsland Station to Dalston Junction in Policy DTC 17 Strategic Improvements to the Pedestrian and Cycle Network.
Respondent ID
D130
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
G Edwards
D129.09
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Asks why there are no provision for allotments?
Noted.
Concerned about the height of new build, blocking sunlight & casting a dark shadow over Dalston
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Louise Beh & Michelle Khao
D130.01
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Louise Beh & Michelle Khao
D131
Laura Williams
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D130.02
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Maintain heritage/character of Dalston - don’t like the idea of too many new developments. Would like older buildings to be preserved/improved
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03).
D131.01
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Objects to any proposed demolition of Old Victorian & Georgian Terraces of Dalston Lane. Retain the character of Dalston Lane
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Laura Williams
Laura Williams
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D131.02
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Impressed by Eastern Curve, play areas, skate park, new public spaces around the curve, Dalston Square, St Marks Rise. Encourage the use of new open spaces for growing communities farmers organic market
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces, for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm. These include both 'green' and hard-landscaped areas. Community growing gardens could be considered at detailed design stage.
D131.03
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Would like to see better management of the traffic - in particular the junction of Dalston Lane/Graham Rd/Queensbridge Rd & back for Sainsbury/Matalan car park is a nightmare for local residents
Supported - Chapter 08: Getting around the town centre provides policies to improve/realign the junction of Dalston Lane/Graham Road/Queensbridge Road to improve movement around the town centre.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Laura Williams
Laura Williams
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D131.04
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Dalston should not become a clone town. Should be fewer chain shops & more sole traders e.g.: shops that used to be on Dalston Lane
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports a range of unit sizes to accommodate for a range of local businesses in Policy DTC 08 Improving Town Centre Retail Provision.'
Approves celebration of local landmarks e.g.: Rio, Peace Mural, Vortex, Reeves & Sons
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings (such as Reeves and Sons Building etc) and cultural landmarks (such as the Rio Cinema, Vortex Jazz Club, Peace Mural etc.) in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03).
D131.05
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Laura Williams
Laura Williams
Comment No.
D131.06
D131.07
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Yes to more places to eat & drink but only small sole traders or places like puji puji, organic/free trade, café Otto etc. Enough fried chicken/junk food restaurants. More cafes, more venues, more diversity & big push for eco/sustainable/fair-trade/local & renewable energies
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
Objects to any more tall buildings - nothing taller than 8 stories.
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Laura Williams
D132
A Blum
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D131.08
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Please leave the Arcola where it is - not to moving the Arcola, Arcola St is great now, leave it to vibe
Noted. As noted in point 4 of Section 7.2 in the Phase 1 AAP, 'the Arcola Theatre has expressed interest in potentially relocating into Dalston town centre.'
Make sure retail spaces can be used by independent retailers/small business. This is one of the things which gives Dalston its current vibrant atmosphere
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
D132.01
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
A Blum
D133
Habib Boyesh
Comment No.
D132.02
D133.01
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Mixture of architecture in Ashwin St currently works well, particularly now its pedestrianised. Important to retain this
Noted and supported in part - Policy 25 Ashwin Street Character Area supports a new 'shared space' scheme along the length of Ashwin Street to be implemented through resurfacing with new, high quality materials and design to support and enhance its role as a local pedestrian and cycle dominated street.
Must be balance between modernity & old architects. At present Dalston & the market look unwell organised & not secured
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, the Phase 1 AAP proposes improvements to Ridley Road Market through the Ridley Road Improvement Scheme.
Respondent ID
D134
D135
Respondent Name
Toby
Susan Jones
Comment No.
D134.01
D135.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Market needs to be developed with real sensitivity & thoughtfulness. Its future needs to reflect its history, the cultures that have used it, global flavours it represents. Needs bringing into 21st century, made cleaner, needs to continue to cater for all socio-economic needs
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to move or alter Ridley Road Market. Specific issues regarding maintenance and use of the Market are addressed in a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Too much high-rise proposed which is out of character & will result in short supply of services e.g.: GPs, schools
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision. Community facilities and infrastructure is provided for in Chapter 07 Supporting Culture, Creativity, the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure.
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Susan Jones
Susan Jones
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D135.02
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Squares created are just inorganic spaces with no links to shops, cafes, facilities. Likely to be unused or focus for anti-social behaviour
Not supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm. These include 'green' and hard-landscaped areas. Policies in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm encourage active building frontages onto the public realm to provide casual surveillance and increase safety and security.
D135.03
5.4 New housing provision
Housing appears to appeal to young professionals leading to creation of a ghetto of wealth amidst poverty in rest of Hackney.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of residential accommodation types, detailed in Section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Susan Jones
D136
Yesim Senler
Comment No.
D135.04
D136.01
Document Section
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Improvements proposed don’t seem to be of the type that would create jobs & alleviate poverty for existing Hackney residents
Noted. Some of the area north of Dalston Lane falls within a Priority Employment Area, as designated in the Core Strategy, which requires a general uplift in employment. The policies relating to Employment facilities are in Section 5.2. The phase 1 AAP encourages employment space within the Priority Employment Area to facilitate employment opportunities within the town centre.
Would like more green areas around Dalston Lane
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of new public open space for recreation, leisure and relaxation including 'green' and hard-landscaped areas. The Eastern Curve will be the largest of the proposed spaces and is accessed directly off Dalston Lane.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Yesim Senler
Yesim Senler
Comment No.
Document Section
D136.02
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
D136.03
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Terraced houses should be restored & kept same height
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
Plans for building more tower blocks is terrible idea & should be blocked
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Yesim Senler
Yesim Senler
Comment No.
D136.04
D136.05
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Don’t knock down any more locally listed buildings e.g.: Dalston Lane & Dalston Junction
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03).
Current library should be developed as an arts centre
Noted - Chapter 17 Character Area 07: Dalston Lane contains policies to encourage the CLR James Library, 16-22 Dalston Lane and 62 Beechwood Road for comprehensive redevelopment which would consist of a new mixed-use building of 4-6 storeys on the eastern half of Site P (the CLR James Library site), accommodating retail, cultural/creative, third sectored and/or community uses at the ground floor with employment and/or residential above and at the rear, therefore an arts centre could be considered on this site.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Yesim Senler
D137
Jon Theo
Comment No.
D136.06
D137.01
Document Section
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Desperately need indoor sports facilities around Dalston
Supported. Section 7.3 Supporting Community Facilities/Infrastructure outlines policies that all new development will be required to make provision for improved and additional community facilities and infrastructure to support population growth and that support will be given to the upgrade of the youth facility on the corner of Beechwood Road and Forrest Road. The Implementation Plan in Part D details the implementation of various community facilities.
No buildings should be over 6 storeys
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jon Theo
Jon Theo
Comment No.
D137.02
D137.03
Document Section
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Objects to proposed width of roads/walkways between buildings in proposed replacement for Kingsland Shopping Centre
Noted. The Implementation Plan in Chapter 19 Phasing Strategy and Implementation identifies the development of an appropriate design brief for the shopping centre as a short term project. This detailed design brief will investigate more detailed design solutions for the Shopping Centre including width of roads/walkways.
Objects to lack of measures to promote selfsustainability of new developments - green roofs, allotments, other communal food growing areas. Asks whether buildings are efficient & going to comply with CO2 regs?
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes green roofs throughout the town centre (see Figure 6.1: Public Realm Strategy) and the adoption of sustainable design and construction measures and renewable energy is advocated in Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction'. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to comply with the London Plan target use of sustainable energy through Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction'. This policy also advocates following the Energy Hierarchy of the London Plan in order to decrease overall CO2 emissions through adopting sustainable design and construction measures and prioritising decentralised energy generation and Combined Heat and Power technology. This policy also identifies a preferred
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response location for a Decentralised Energy plant room (Opportunity Site F9) which is supported by the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which outlines a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as an action to be undertaken in the short term. No change required
Jon Theo
D137.04
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
No to moving Arcola Theatre, unless they want to move
Noted. As noted in point 4 of Section 7.2 in the Phase 1 AAP, 'the Arcola Theatre has expressed interest in potentially relocating into Dalston town centre.'
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Jon Theo
D137.05
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Jon Theo
D137.06
5.4 New housing provision
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Objects to overall scale of plans - concerned there will be a lack of services e.g.: schools, GPs
Supported. Section 7.3 Supporting Community Facilities/Infrastructure outlines policies that all new development will be required to make provision for improved and additional community facilities and infrastructure to support population growth and that support will be given to the upgrade of the youth facility on the corner of Beechwood Road and Forrest Road. The Implementation Plan in Part D details the implementation of various community facilities.
What about family dwellings - 4 & 5 bed houses?
Noted. Section 5.3 New Housing Provision facilitates family housing.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jon Theo
Jon Theo
Comment No.
D137.07
D137.08
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Development should be in the style of existing Victorian/Edwardian housing in the rest of Dalston except conforming to new design principles
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03).
Asks how small/local businesses are going to be encouraged & whether they will be able to compete with chain stores?
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
Respondent ID
D138
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Jon Theo
D137.09
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Like proposals for area around mural - without 10 storey rabbit hutches
Noted.
Concerned that the park space is adequate so the street has enough width in order to permit adequate natural direct sunlight
Noted - the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies Tall Buildings as 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The AAP seeks to accommodate the population increase as supported by the emerging Core Strategy and London Plan. The exact height, design and architectural style of buildings on either side of the Eastern Curve will be determined at detailed design stage to limit overshadowing on the Eastern Curve.
Karim Laman
D138.01
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Karim Laman
Karim Laman
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D138.02
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Building stock should be of good design & quality to create character in abundance.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP promotes high quality, contextual architecture and design throughout Dalston town centre.
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
A policy must be maintained to ensure interesting & diverse retail occupation. The retail units need to offer individuality & not replicate pound shops of Kingsland High St. A3 planning permissions should be invited to avoid overburdening of banks & estate agents. Retail unit size should have a sensible limit to ensure affordable & diverse trading, discouraging the large discount multiples. Should have rent assistance for start up companies
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
D138.03
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Karim Laman
D138.04
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
No poor cheap Gillett Square design
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP promotes high quality, contextual architecture and design throughout Dalston town centre.
Full restoration should be a priority. Shop signage & frontage should be in keeping with the architecture. No more fast food outlets. Don’t increase height to blend in Dalston Square development
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'. The Phase 1 AAP has been revised to remove reference of 'stepping up' of heights along Dalston Lane toward Dalston Square.
Karim Laman
D138.05
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Respondent ID
D139
Respondent Name
Pamela Gordon & Tom Roberts
Pamela Gordon & Tom Roberts
Comment No.
D139.01
D139.02
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Leave the market alone - people who use it are not bothered by the pavement, why change it into something different? The people who shop there want it like that. Market entrance is not inviting, it smells & all the rubbish is at the entrance
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to move or alter Ridley Road Market. Specific issues regarding maintenance and use of the Market are addressed in a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
The more high-rise the more trouble, its not conducive to building a community in Dalston. The more high rises the more gangs
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent ID
D140
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Jamie Waneford
D140.01
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
How will the character of Ridley Rd be retained?
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter or move Ridley Road Market. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to retain, build on and enhance the character of Dalston throughout the town centre, including the Market. Chapter 13 Character Area 03: Ridley Road further details the AAP's proposals for how to retain the character of Ridley Road Market.
Jamie Waneford
D140.02
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Increased access/permeability to the area between Dalston Lane & Ridley Rd seems like a good idea
Noted and supported.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jamie Waneford
Jamie Waneford
Comment No.
Document Section
D140.03
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
D140.04
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
How will this work? Seems unrealistic
Noted. The Implementation Plan in Chapter 19 Phasing Strategy and Implementation identifies the development of an appropriate design brief for the shopping centre as a short term project. This detailed design brief will investigate more detailed design solutions for the Shopping Centre.
Don’t want just more generic shops
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jamie Waneford
Jamie Waneford
Comment No.
D140.05
D140.06
Document Section
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Is there any opportunity for sports provision?
Yes - the Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for play, recreation, leisure and relaxation within Chapter 6 Enhancing the Public Realm. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a new local park within the Eastern Curve, provisionally called 'Dalston Park' which qualifies as a Local Playable Space (LPS). The provision of a LPF is consistent with the recommendations of the Hackney Open Space and Sports Assessment (2004) which recommends a LPS is introduced in Dalston.
Any opportunity for creative industries?
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP proposes two 'Core Community and Creative Quarters' where the community, cultural/creative and third sectors will be supported and developed (Policy DTC 10 Supporting Community and Creativity) around Ashwin Street/Dalston Lane and Gillett Square.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jamie Waneford
Jamie Waneford
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D140.07
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Any opportunity for small scale public space? Not just connected to big developments like Dalston Square
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces, for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm. These include both 'green' and hard-landscaped areas.
MP more concerned with nonroads & nonbuilt streets than working with existing buildings & infilling
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03).
D140.08
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jamie Waneford
D141
Melissa Herman
Comment No.
D140.09
D141.01
Document Section
18 Delivery and Implementation
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Would like to see how the stages of development might work & range of possible extents, i.e.: what if just a minimum amount was done, what is the max. Imaginable? Some options in-between
Noted, Part D of the Phase 1 AAP outlines a Phasing Strategy and Implementation Plan. Opportunity Sites and potential projects identified in the AAP are outlined including their timeframes for implementation, potential partners in their implementation and potential funding sources.
Help to foster small, independent shops & businesses - limit the chain stores. Allow small businesses to buy their own properties
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Melissa Herman
Melissa Herman
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D141.02
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Where possible restore old buildings rather than demolish
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03).
D141.03
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Protect traders from loss of income, restore power, give security to traders, open up Ridley Rd & provide better storage/waste solutions
Noted. Specific issues regarding the management and maintenance of Ridley Road Market are part of a separate study, Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Melissa Herman
D141.04
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
No tower blocks
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Melissa Herman
D141.05
5.4 New housing provision
Provide social housing but not shared ownership
Noted. Section 5.3 New Housing Provision facilities affordable housing and family housing.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Melissa Herman
Melissa Herman
Comment No.
D141.06
D141.07
Document Section
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Limit betting shop licenses
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
Protect peace mural
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks (such as the peace mural) in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03).
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Melissa Herman
Melissa Herman
Comment No.
Document Section
D141.08
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
D141.09
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Need bike lanes
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of new pedestrian and cycle routes, addressed in Chapter 8: Getting around the town centre.
Develop spaces e.g.: pavements oriented towards pedestrians, not cars. Make sure these are wide, clean, safe, well-lit
Supported - Chapter 08 Getting around the town centre proposes policies to make it easier for pedestrians to move around the town centre including minimising street clutter and ensuring that routes are safe, accessible, well lit and lined by active building frontages.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Melissa Herman
Melissa Herman
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D141.10
18 Delivery and Implementation
Develop transparency during development ways for public to complain if developers not behaving appropriately, sticking to agreement
Outside the scope of the Phase 1 AAP and will depend on when and how development proposals are brought forward. No change required
Protect jobs e.g.: library staff
Noted. Some of the area north of Dalston Lane falls within a Priority Employment Area, as designated in the Core Strategy, which requires a general uplift in employment. The policies relating to Employment facilities are in Section 5.2. The phase 1 AAP encourages employment space within the Priority Employment Area to facilitate employment opportunities within the town centre.
D141.11
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent ID
D142
Respondent Name
Kate Daniel
Kate Daniel
Comment No.
Document Section
D142.01
D142.02
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
Need to know whats going on, clear information. If you don’t know whats happening you worry
Noted. The AAP process has involved extensive on going community and stakeholder consultation including 2 public consultation periods at both the baseline and draft masterplan stages.
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Prices are kept low because of the market - not everyone can afford Sainsbury’s prices. If market wasn't there, wouldn’t' help the poorer people. Ridley Rd is a meeting place for everyone. Need parking spaces for the traders as well as the customers otherwise customers wont buy. Need electrics/light in storage spaces
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter or move Ridley Road Market.
Respondent ID
D162
Respondent Name
Maja Luna
Maja Luna
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D162.01
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Local character should influence the future of the area. Must acknowledge & develop strong multicultural & traditional English background, rich diversity
Noted. The AAP vision builds on strengthening the existing character of Dalston and its creativity, culture, and community.
D162.02
5.4 New housing provision
Local population cannot be out priced from new development. Ensure sufficient affordable housing & retail units
Noted. Section 5.3 New housing provision facilitates affordable housing. Section 5.4 Retail Strategy facilities a range of new retail units.
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Maja Luna
D162.03
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Eastern Curve is good idea in theory but 6 storeys on either side questions quality of space
Noted - the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies Tall Buildings as 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The AAP seeks to accommodate the population increase as supported by the emerging Core Strategy and London Plan. The exact height, design and architectural style of buildings on either side of the Eastern Curve will be determined at detailed design stage to limit overshadowing on the Eastern Curve.
Maja Luna
D162.04
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Pedestrian bridge good idea to relieve pressure off Kingsland Road
Noted and supported.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Maja Luna
Maja Luna
Comment No.
D162.05
D162.06
Document Section
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Buildings higher than 5-6 storeys pose strong threat to local environment. Sunlight to public spaces should continue to be admitted & not blocked by tall buildings
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Market is heart of Dalston. Sad suggestion to cut off connection between market & high Rd - allow market to continue on high Rd.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to cut off the connection between the Market and Kingsland High Street; to the contrary, the Market is to have an increased presence on Kingsland High Street, as noted in Chapter 13 Character Area 03: Ridley Road.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Maja Luna
Maja Luna
Comment No.
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D162.07
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Ensure local business isn't pushed out of area due to unnecessary development leading to rent increases. Don’t want all the high st chain shops
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
D162.08
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
Involve community more through community engagement rather than consultation. Don’t want to be consulted, want to be part of it
Noted. This will be considered as part of Phase 2 consultation/engagement. Furthermore, consultation/engagement will be ongoing during the implementation of the Phase 1 AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Maja Luna
Maja Luna
Comment No.
D162.09
D162.10
Document Section
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Dalston is short of public space that is useable. Get rid of some street clutter & introduce benches at choice locations. Concerned about scale of development proposed & how this will affect overall quality of public space in Dalston
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of new public open spaces throughout the town centre. The Phase 1AAP advises that there is a rationalisation exercise of the existing street furniture/signage (also known as 'street clutter') and that a common palette for new street furniture is adopted that is unique to Dalston (Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm). Regarding the scale of development: a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required is provided in Section 4.5 Building heights Strategy.
Acknowledge Ashwin Street as a cultural hub & focal point of the community
Supported - Phase 1 AAP has inserted a new character area called 'Ashwin Street' to identify the specific strengths of this area and provide policies (Policy 25 - Ashwin Street Character Area) to enhance and protect the character of this area. Policy DTC 10 - Supporting Community and Creativity encourages 'Core community and creative quarters' designated around Ashwin Street and Gillett Square to facilitate and support community creative, cultural, creative and third sector uses within the town centre.
Respondent ID
D163
Respondent Name
Michael Mulhern for GLA (Greater London Authority)
Michael Mulhern for GLA (Greater London Authority)
Comment No.
D163.01
D163.02
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
1.3 Method and Approach
The [two step Regulation 25 stage] is understood and on 1 April 2009 was agreed by the Mayor as part of the Council's Local Development Scheme. However, there are some concerns as to the level of planning weight that can be apportioned to such draft interim guidance for the Town Centre. In addition, there is concern as to the length of time between stage I Interim Guidance and stage II plan and the implications this may have on the assumptions set out in the evidence base.
Noted. Stage II of the Regulation 25 AAP document can only be finalised once the Core Strategy is adopted. The evidence base will be refreshed at this time and the validity of assumptions checked.
5.4 New housing provision
Housing: The AAP does not address the need to provide affordable housing, the threshold number of units for providing affordable housing, how much affordable housing could be delivered in the Town Centre or the required tenure split. The AAP should establish if there any [sic] variations from regional and borough wide affordable housing policies. While these requirements would traditionally be addressed within a Core Strategy, given the absence of a Core Strategy, further discussion is required to ensure that these requirements are being adequately addressed.
Noted. Affordable housing is addressed in Section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Michael Mulhern for GLA (Greater London Authority)
Michael Mulhern for GLA (Greater London Authority)
Comment No.
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Officer Response
D163.03
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Play space: Analysis of approximate child yield within the town centre & identification of public spaces with child play facilities is welcomed
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm. These include 'green' and hard-landscaped areas. The amount of play space proposed through the Phase 1 AAP has been determined in accordance with the GLA guidance on the provision of play facilities (Section 6.6 Play and Recreation Overview).
D163.04
5.4 New housing provision
Access: The AAP does not address the need to provide 10% of new housing as wheelchair accessible or the need to ensure that all new residential development must be designed to meet Lifetime Homes standards.
This is addressed in para. 7.31 of the Core Strategy (Proposed Submission Document, June 2009).
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Michael Mulhern for GLA (Greater London Authority)
Michael Mulhern for GLA (Greater London Authority)
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D163.05
5.5 Retail Strategy
Retail: Protection of market in section 5.5 is welcomed. This requirement should be more clearly set out within section 5.2 and should state that any future works to the market must not result in a loss of market space
Noted and Agreed. See Chapter 13 Character Area 03: Ridley Road Market. The Borough Council will continue to pursue a programme of ongoing improvements to Ridley Road Market. Any future works to the market must not result in a net loss of market space.
D163.06
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Energy: Some parts of AAP [in relation to energy] are overtly descriptive & reiterating London Plan policy or what should be within Core Strategy.
Noted Chapter 10 'Maximising Energy Efficiency' of Phase 1 AAP has been amended to ensure it is more specific to Dalston.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Michael Mulhern for GLA (Greater London Authority)
Michael Mulhern for GLA (Greater London Authority)
Comment No.
D163.07
D163.08
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
10.4 Supply Strategy
10.4 should include statement setting out Council's overall aspirations for the energy supply strategy within town centre [example provided]
Noted. Chapter 10 'Maximising Energy Efficiency' of the Phase 1 AAP has been amended to ensure it is more specific to Dalston and to reflect Council's overall energy aspirations for the town centre.
Ensure alignment with Dalston Energy Strategy add sentence at beginning of 10.4 requiring this
Noted. Chapter 10 'Maximising Energy Efficiency' of the Phase 1 AAP has been amended to include Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' which requires development proposals to follow the Energy Hierarchy of the London Plan with the aim to decrease the overall Co2 emissions in the town centre.
10.4 Supply Strategy
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Michael Mulhern for GLA (Greater London Authority)
Michael Mulhern for GLA (Greater London Authority)
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D163.09
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
The Council should seek to assess the potential of any local authority buildings in the area acting as anchor loads for any emerging district heating networks.
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through identifying a preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room as Opportunity Site F9. This is further supported in the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which identifies the undertaking of a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as a short term action. No change required
D163.10
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Would be helpful to provide more detailed energy strategy undertaken as part of this AAP. GLA would be happy to provide more technical input into a final district heating system proposal.
Noted Chapter 10 'Maximising Energy Efficiency' of Phase 1 AAP has been amended to ensure it is more specific to Dalston.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Michael Mulhern for GLA (Greater London Authority)
Michael Mulhern for GLA (Greater London Authority)
Comment No.
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Officer Response
D163.11
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Should note gas fired CHP is not considered to be renewable technology. AAP should reflect this position
Noted and supported. Chapter 10 'Maximising Energy Efficiency' of the Phase 1 AAP supports using renewable energy. No change required
10.6 General considerations for renewables
Include an additional sentence within 10.6 requiring any development proposals to, where feasible; achieve a reduction in carbon emissions of 20% using any of renewable energy technologies listed in 10.6.
Noted. Chapter 10 'Maximising Energy Efficiency' of the Phase 1 AAP has been amended to include Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction where all development will need to comply with London Plan targets, including the 20% renewables.
D163.12
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Michael Mulhern for GLA (Greater London Authority)
D163.13
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
Urban design: Overarching aspiration to ensure future, more intense development enhances upon existing character is welcomed
Noted.
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
The draft AAP includes a buildings height strategy, which proposes a range of appropriate building heights and tall building locations, which is supported. Figure 4.3 includes five potential tall building locations but includes little reasoning as to why these locations are the most suitable. … The Council should justify the proposed tall building locations.
Noted and agreed. Section 4.5 Building heights Strategy has been redrafted to include a transparent rationale relating to these proposed tall building locations.
Michael Mulhern for GLA (Greater London Authority)
D163.14
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
Michael Mulhern for GLA (Greater London Authority)
D163a
Design London
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D163.15
D163a.01
Document Section
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
18 Delivery and Implementation
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Welcomes inclusion of public open spaces. Recommended further detail is provided on role, design, quantum & management of each space to help understand how & when space will be used.
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm. These include 'green' and hard-landscaped areas. Policies on the management and maintenance of the public spaces are included in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the public realm.
AAP is set to guide considerable change in Dalston - potential to alter the character of the area with impacts on townscape, land uses, density & social make-up. Much of this is welcome. AAP also proposes far reaching proposals - important that these continue to retain and protect local assets while enabling more inclusive and sustainable approach to redevelopment
Noted and not supported. The Phase 1 AAP supports careful consideration and regeneration of the town centre as a whole through providing a comprehensive strategy for co-ordinated development and design that reflects local aspirations for the future of the area. The AAP includes a Phasing Strategy and Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which outlines the Opportunity Sites and projects provided for in the AAP, timeframes for their implementation, partners in their implementation and potential funding sources.
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Design London
Design London
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D163a.02
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Could be more explicit about Dalston's strong community/grassroots culture catering for ethnic, religious & other interest groups. Could be developed into a more proactive strategy setting out how these existing networks could help to support socially sustainable change
Policy DTC 10 - Supporting Community and Creativity encourages 'Core community and creative quarters' designated around Ashwin Street and Gillett Square to facilitate and support community creative, cultural, creative and third sector uses within the town centre.
D163a.03
2.2 The Dalston Masterplan Study Area
The boundary is drawn very tight & doesn't capture areas outside of the plan that would be affected by proposals. Would be useful for AAP to more clearly explain relationship between area inside & outside plan boundary
Noted. The AAP must not duplicate the Core Strategy and proposed Site Specific Allocations Plan which relate to the wider hinterland. See Figure 6.1: Public Realm Strategy for illustration of linkages of the AAP area to the Rhodes Estate.
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Design London
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D163a.04
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Heritage and conservation: There is an opportunity to be more explicit about those aspects [of the town centre] that contribute to local character. There is an opportunity to be more explicit about the protection and enhancement of existing historical buildings. A heritage audit / study should be used to help inform the AAP and its development recommendations. Offer of service from DfL's heritage advisor.
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation of buildings of historic and architectural merit as a locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 10-16 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
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Design London
Design London
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D163a.06
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Landmarks: There seems to be a slight confusion between landmarks which are buildings standing out as a result of their scale (height) and landmarks or features of value to local groups. Should provide further clarity between what are cultural landmarks & what are townscape landmarks.
Noted and supported. 'Section 4.3.2 Landmarks and key corners' clearly identifies this distinction, by identifying that landmarks fall into two categories: townscape landmarks, which consist of buildings that stand out within the townscape as a result of their scale and cultural landmarks or features which are of value to local people and visitors.
D163a.07
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Requests reflection within AAP that Swiss Re Building is no longer visible from Kingsland High St
Noted and supported. Section 4.3.3 'Key Views' and Figure 4.2 'Townscape and Heritage' has been amended to reflect the strategic view to the city, instead of pacifistically stating the Swiss Re Building.
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Design London
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Design London
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D163a.08
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Supports recognition that building heights will increase as a result of improved public transport access. Not clear how proposed locations for tall buildings support spatial/townscape vision for town centre. Tall buildings and clusters of tall buildings can create very dynamic urban spaces....there could be an argument for pushing this principle further and creating a new cluster of tall buildings along the eastern curve.... Whilst the principle of concentrating high-density housing close to public transport is fully supported, the AAP should examine the potential for a gradual intensification of the wider area through other policy processes. This would enable a more gradual transition in development densities from the town centre to the neighbouring areas.
Noted and agreed. Section 4.5: Building Heights Strategy has been redrafted to include a transparent rationale relating to these proposed tall building locations.
D163a.09
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Outline of Priority Employment Area highlighted in key is not shown on map.
Supported. Figure 5.1 Land Use Strategy has been revised to indicate the Priority Employment Area..
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Design London
Design London
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D163a.10
D163a.11
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5.5 Retail Strategy
Shopping circuits: Generally this (figure 5.2) is a useful diagram. However, the eastern stretch of High St retail circuit (pg43) adds unnecessary layer of complexity. Questionable whether this stretch will be successful as others as it is interrupted at various points. Consider letting this stretch run along the eastern curve where it would meet the market circuit at the focal space/anchor store/entrance to shopping centre
Noted. Consultation with the shopping centre owners regarding future potential redevelopment has helped to ensure that these proposals are credible. It is intended that the eastern stretch of the High Street circuit is implemented as an early priority, linking Dalston Junction and the existing shopping centre entrance. This is further clarified in the revised text in Section 5.4: Retail Strategy.
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Reviving the public realm: Strongly support aim to improve deficiency of good quality open and green space. DfL encourage further collaboration with master planning team & support reference to this work in the document, possibly in 18:Delivery & Implementation
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm. These include 'green' and hard-landscaped areas. The projects coming forward as part of Design for London 'Making Space in Dalston' is included in Part D - Implementation.
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Design London
Design London
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D163a.12
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
We strongly support the AAP's recognition of culture and the creative industries as a potential driver for regeneration in Dalston. The London Plan encourages boroughs to recognise and support the potential of this sector through: (1) promoting tourism and visitors to Dalston, thereby enabling other economic sectors to benefit from cultural industries; (2) the role which culture and creative industries can play to promote social cohesion, and the possibility of forging links between the highly skilled creative workforce and more disadvantaged communities...; (3) the possibility of protecting the cluster of creative industries in Dalston... helping the retention / provision of affordable workspace.
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP proposes two 'Core Community and Creative Quarters' where the community, cultural/creative and third sectors will be supported and developed (Policy DTC 10 Supporting Community and Creativity) around Ashwin Street/Dalston Lane and Gillett Square.
D163a.13
18 Delivery and Implementation
Supports recommendation that navigation within the town centre should be skewed more towards needs of pedestrians/cyclists. DfL keen to collaborate with stakeholders to enable delivery of this ambition
Noted, the Implementation Plan (Chapter 10) identifies DfL as potential lead partners in the implementation of public realm, open space and transportation projects across the town centre
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Design London
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D163a.14
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
MP should be more explicit about use of proposed square in front of DK station for the market
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose a public open space at the Kingsland High Street entrance to Ridley Road Market.
Further development briefs should be drawn up for those sites facing most substantial change, e.g.: area around shopping centre & Eastern Curve. [In] Particular proposals for the shopping centre should be developed further as key proposals of MP depend on its redevelopment
Noted. The Implementation Plan within Chapter 19 includes the development of appropriate design briefs an action to be undertaken in the short term. Policies for the Ridley Road Market (Chapter 12.2), Kingsland Shopping Centre (Chapter 13.2), Eastern Curve (Chapter 15.2) and Dalston Lane (Chapter 16.2) also reference the preparation of development briefs.
D163a.15
19.1 Steps
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Design London
D163b
London Development Agency
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D163a.17
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Employment: Supports promotion of development of individual workspace sizes between 50 & 250sqm to accommodate small & medium-sized enterprises
Noted.
Proposed uses for J1 should include potential to accommodate relocated Arcola Theatre. Figure 15.5 should include reference to theatre more clearly as proposed use for J1
Noted. The Arcola Theatre has expressed interest in potentially relocating into the Dalston Town Centre. The Phase 1 AAP supports the potential re-location of the Arcola Theatre to Dalston Town Centre, preferred sites H (east of Ashwin Street) and D2 (western side of Ashwin Street, south of Shiloh Pentecostal Church) in Chapter 07: Supporting Culture, Creativity and the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure (addressed specifically in Policy DTC 13). The Phase 1 AAP is flexible, therefore other locations for the Arcola Theatre can be considered. Site J1 is within the Priority Employment Area as designated in the Borough's Core Strategy and is considered more appropriate for employment uses and is therefore not considered to be a preferred location for a
D163b.01
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
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Officer Response relocated Arcola Theatre.
London Development Agency
D163b.02
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Supports relocation of Arcola Theatre to J1 to provide cultural hub in heart of town centre, regenerate vacant/derelict site & create local employment opportunities in creative/cultural industries sector. Relocation in accordance with LP Policy 2A.1. Theatre could also offer opportunity to change energy supply of area to a low carbon energy supply via the incorporation of a CHP plant as per LP Policies 4A.6 & 4A.7. A description is provided as to what the new Arcola Theatre could accommodate.
Noted. The Arcola Theatre has expressed interest in potentially relocating into the Dalston Town Centre. The Phase 1 AAP supports the potential re-location of the Arcola Theatre to Dalston Town Centre, preferred sites H (east of Ashwin Street) and D2 (western side of Ashwin Street, south of Shiloh Pentecostal Church) in Chapter 07: Supporting Culture, Creativity and the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure (addressed specifically in Policy DTC 13). The Phase 1 AAP is flexible, therefore other locations for the Arcola Theatre can be considered. Site J1 is within the Priority Employment Area as designated in the Borough's Core Strategy and is considered more appropriate for employment uses and is therefore not considered to be a preferred location for a
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Officer Response relocated Arcola Theatre. Chapter 10 of the Phase 1 AAP - Maximising Energy Efficiency identifies the preferred location for CHP Plant Room in Opportunity Site F9 (Policy DTC 21 - Energy Efficiency and Construction).
D163c
Transport London
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D163c.01
7.4 Healthcare facilities
Premature to classify Site D: Boleyn Rd/Kingsland High St corner as healthcare facility due to uncertainties around size/timing. TfL will continue to explore with PCT opportunity/viability of incorporating their requirements
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has been amended to remove Site D as a possible location for the health centre. Note; the opportunity site designation 'D' now refers to another address
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Transport London
Transport London
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D163c.02
D163c.03
Document Section
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Supports improvement of access in/around town centre. Would like to work closely with borough/other stakeholders in taking forward some of the aspirations.
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of new pedestrian and cycle routes, addressed in Chapter 8: Getting around the town centre. The Phase 1 AAP delivery group/structure as outlined in Chapter 19 - Phasing Strategy and Implementation Plan will work closely with stakeholders to implement the range of improvements for better access in/around the town centre.
Supports in principle measures to enhance pedestrian/cycle network. Feasibility of achieving some proposals needs further investigation. Minimum standards for cycle parking for new developments should be applied in line with Tfl guidelines
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of new pedestrian and cycle routes, addressed in Chapter 8: Getting around the town centre. The Phase 1 AAP delivery group/structure as outlined in Chapter 19 - Phasing Strategy and Implementation Plan will work closely with stakeholders to implement the range of improvements for better access in/around the town centre.
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Transport London
Transport London
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D163c.04
D163c.05
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09 Principle 6: Making the most of public transport
Chaps 9.1 and 9.2. Welcomes references & safeguarding for East London Line Extension & Chelsea Hackney Line. Whilst we welcome exploring the opportunity to incorporate a new pedestrian link northward to Gillett Square, it should be noted that TfL has no current plans or funding to consider the relocation of DK station as suggested. The station will be enhanced as part of the London Overground station enhancement programme and the platforms extended to accommodate four car service.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP no longer makes any reference to moving Dalston Kingsland Rail Station.
9.3 Parking Strategy
Chap. 9.3: Although we welcome the removal of surface car parking, proposals for an underground car park should not result in an overall increase in parking supply within the town centre. ... should examine opportunities to reduce total parking supply/introduce management measures. It would be helpful to state a principle that the total supply of parking will not be increased and that measures would be developed to progressively reduce this as part of a parking strategy for the town centre.
Noted. Policy DTC 20 'Parking and Servicing' aims to not result in an overall increase in parking supply within the town centre by introducing a car club parking scheme which will use existing spaces within the town centre. Within any development proposal the opportunity should be taken to examine opportunities to reduce total parking supply and introduce management measures.
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D163c.06
9.4 Servicing Strategy
Chap. 9.4: Welcome the inclusion of a servicing strategy although it is not clear how the time restrictions would apply. We would encourage servicing to take place in the evenings and overnight to minimise the impacts on the road network and to avoid conflict with pedestrian and cycle movements. Consideration should be given to use of consolidation centres and shared servicing facilities.... All developments including redevelopment of the shopping centre should be supported by Delivery and Servicing Plans and Construction Logistics Plans.
Noted. Policy DTC 20 'Parking and Servicing' outlines the intention of LBH to work with partners such as businesses, car park operators and private sector landowners to implement improvements to servicing arrangements
D163c.07
2.5 Opportunity Sites
Not appropriate for proposed use on this site to be identified as health centre
Noted. This reference has been deleted.
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Transport London
Transport London
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D163c.08
2.5 Opportunity Sites
p88. Opportunity Site E 1-7 Ashwin street. Explanation of the restriction applied to this site relating to the southern vent is provided.
Noted. comments related to the restrictions in relation to the proposed Western Curve vent are noted.
18 Delivery and Implementation
Chap. 18: Welcome dependency on wider traffic modelling/agreement with TfL in order to make Dalston Lane pedestrian improvements. AAP should identify status, timescales, potential delivery partners & risks associated with transport proposals listed in sections 8 & 9 & part C
Noted, Part D of the Phase 1 AAP outlines a Phasing Strategy and Implementation Plan. Opportunity Sites and potential projects identified in the AAP are outlined including their timeframes for implementation, potential partners in their implementation and potential funding sources.
D163c.09
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Transport London
Transport London
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D163c.10
18.2 Implementation and phasing principles
Chap 18.2: Second bullet point under "Phase I development will" identifies the owners of the public land as LBH and TfL. It is anticipated that there are other owners of public land in this vicinity - e.g. LDA for 5-13 Roseberry Place, BRBR Ltd for the Eastern Curve.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has been amended to include "LBH, TfL, LDA " within Chapter 19, section 19.2
Chap. 18.3: 3rd Para. Should the examples of wider benefits also include educational, health & community aspects?
Agreed, the Phasing Strategy in Chapter 19 outlines that changes of use to residential and other value-generating uses should provide a wider benefit for the local area "such as in helping to deliver access, public realm, employment, educational, health and other community-related improvements"
D163c.11
18.3 Funding
Respondent ID
D164
Respondent Name
Graham Woods
Graham Woods
Comment No.
D164.01
D164.02
Document Section
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Rio Cinema should be preserved
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit and cultural landmarks (such as the Rio Cinema) in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03).
Reeves & Sons building & peace mural should be kept as local landmarks
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation of buildings of historic and architectural merit as a locally listed buildings (such as the Reeves and Son building) and cultural landmarks (such as the Peace Mural) in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03).
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Graham Woods
D164.03
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Regeneration of Dalston Lane Terrace should be original feel of the area, more small shops along the Terrace as it used to be
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
Graham Woods
D164.04
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Market works, huge influence on local feel of the area & brings in shoppers from large surrounding area
Noted.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Graham Woods
D164.05
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Open space leading onto Ridley Rd would be very dangerous due to busy-ness of Kingsland Rd
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose a public open space at the Kingsland High Street entrance to Ridley Road Market.
Better to put subway under road from the station to the market & shopping centre & leave the station separate from them
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP no longer proposes relocating the Station to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street because the move was not supported by TFL. Dalston Kingsland Station will stay in its current location with proposals for refurbishment of the entrance hall. Issues of accessibility will be addressed at a later stage. The Phase 1 AAP proposes an improved at-grade crossing from Ridley Road Market to Dalston Kingsland Station rather than an underground subway in Policy DTC 18 - Improvements to junctions and crossings within the town centre.
Graham Woods
D164.06
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Graham Woods
D164.07
5.6 Leisure and the night time economy
Important to make new bar/restaurant areas visible - learn from mistakes of Gillett Square
Noted.
New path from Dalston Junction to the shopping centre is a very good idea but must be open with good security
Noted and supported. Policy DTC 02 Respecting and enhancing local character encourages Primary (active) building frontages along this new path from Dalston Junction to the Shopping Centre which will facilitate passive surveillance of the path and increase safety and security.
Graham Woods
D164.08
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Graham Woods
D164.09
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
All open spaces should be visible & easily seen from all areas, the skate park is too limiting in the population it would attract. Will security be upgraded to cope with all the open spaces which might attract alcoholics & drug abusers?
Noted. Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm proposes a youth facility at Ritson Place, though the exact type of use will be determined at a later stage.
Graham Woods
D164.10
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Redeveloping eastern curve will make use of land that is not used well at the moment & open up the area
Noted and supported.
Respondent ID
D166
Respondent Name
Charlie Christine Broomhall
Charlie Christine Broomhall
Comment No.
& D166.01
& D166.02
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Opportunity provided by demolition over western curve should not be missed. A well landscaped public space with shops/cafes as focal point of pedestrian routes would work better even to sacrifice land values
Noted - The Phase 1 AAP identifies the potential for public open space on the northern portion of Site D2 (eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site) in 'Policy DTC - CA -1 Kingsland High Street Character Area - Site Specific Policies' relating to Site D. Furthermore the potential for public open space on this site is supported in Policy DTC 11 - Public Realm Quality. Policy 25 Ashwin Street Character Area supports a new 'shared space' scheme along the length of Ashwin Street to be implemented through resurfacing with new, high quality materials and design to support and enhance its role as a local pedestrian and cycle dominated street.
Seems to be a desire to overdevelop the area don’t need several storeys of housing built over the high st & either side of eastern curve
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Charlie Christine Broomhall
& D166.03
5.4 New housing provision
Infilling Birkbeck Mews with housing is a development too far
Noted. This proposal has been removed from the Phase 1 AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Charlie Christine Broomhall
&
Charlie Christine Broomhall
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Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D166.04
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
DK station should be moved further back on its present site so platforms can be provided on both East London & North London lines & act as an interchange, rather than moving it to other side of street
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP no longer proposes moving the Station to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street as part of the redeveloped Shopping Centre. Dalston Kingsland Station will stay in its current location and will be refurbished.
D166.05
5.5 Retail Strategy
No analysis within MP of retail need. Evades question of what type of area you are trying to create & who it will attract
Noted. Analysis of the retail need is included in baseline and Scoping Report and Evidence Base Documents.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Charlie Christine Broomhall
D167
G Mash
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D166.06
18 Delivery and Implementation
Should be some indication to residents (separate to MP if necessary) how process will be managed & how Council intend to avoid the area stagnating or becoming an enormous building site
Noted, Part D of the Phase 1 AAP outlines a Phasing Strategy and Implementation Plan. Opportunity Sites and potential projects identified in the AAP are outlined including their timeframes for implementation, potential partners in their implementation and potential funding sources.
D167.01
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Would like to see existing shops & buildings in Terrace restored & small business encouraged back into the area. Supports veterinary clinic & music shop already there
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
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Respondent Name
G Mash
G Mash
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D167.02
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
Concerned buildings in Dalston Square will cause shadow over square & create wind tunnel. People want to live in low rise not high rise blocks
Noted. However, the Dalston Square development is currently under construction and its heights are not determined by the Phase 1 AAP.
D167.03
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Would like to see more green space as suggested & Kingsland High St made calmer as it is congested with traffic & pedestrians
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm. These include 'green' and hard-landscaped areas.
Respondent ID
D168
Respondent Name
Adam Hart
Adam Hart
Comment No.
Document Section
D168.01
D168.02
18 Delivery and Implementation
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
MP does not translate community led regeneration & the nurturing of Hackney's micro businesses, diversity & social-entrepreneurial energies into realistic openings for this sector to thrive. MP fails to recognise strengths of this sector & consequently provides no practical ideas or means on how to build upon these strengths
Noted. Policy DTC 10 - Supporting Community and Creativity facilitates two /Core Community and Creative Quarters' around Ashwin Street/Dalston lane and Gillett Square to focus community, creative, cultural, voluntary and third sector uses..
Implementation proposals based on old trickle down economic development strategies are known not to impact upon baseline objectives for community benefit e.g.: relieving worklessness & other indices of deprivation
Noted, the Implementation Plan (Chapter 10) looks to establish a delivery group/structure for the implementation of projects identified. The details of participants are yet to be established
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Adam Hart
D169
Dr Holliss
Frances
Comment No.
D168.03
D169.01
Document Section
18 Delivery and Implementation
2.9 Key Issues
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
As present consultation process continues hope LBH develops an improved level of rational & intelligent response that allows community's core values to be translated into deliverable reality
Noted and not supported. The Phase 1 AAP supports careful consideration and regeneration of the town centre as a whole through providing a comprehensive strategy for co-ordinated development and design that reflects local aspirations for the future of the area. The AAP includes a Phasing Strategy and Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which outlines the Opportunity Sites and projects provided for in the AAP, timeframes for their implementation, partners in their implementation and potential funding sources.
Concerned Core Strategy/AAP does not mention planning for home-based work which is estimated at 25% of the overall working population. Where 'mixed use' is included needs to refer explicitly to the inclusion of finegrained mixed-use of building for home-based work
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP encourages mixed use development throughout the town centre for people to live and work within the town centre. Home based work is considered case by case by the London Borough of Hackney’s Development Control and assessed against case law in that if working from home is ancillary to the residential use of the unit then it may be considered acceptable.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Dr Holliss
Dr Holliss
Frances
Frances
Comment No.
D169.02
D169.03
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
None
An awareness is needed that the movement regarding planning for home-based work is much broader. Hackney has a large but covert homebased workforce operating across the social spectrum in a diverse range of occupations. Inhabiting spaces/buildings that have not been designed around the dual functions of dwelling/workplace causes frustration, stress & inefficiency
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP encourages mixed use development throughout the town centre for people to live and work within the town centre. Home based work is considered case by case by the London Borough of Hackney’s Development Control and assessed against case law in that if working from home is ancillary to the residential use of the unit then it may be considered acceptable.
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
A market is a delicate organism that needs to be treated with respect. Principles under 12.2 smack of tarting it up - the economics of this needs to be looked at very carefully. How will these works affect the day to day running of the market? Are they what the traders want? Will they lead to increased costs for the stallholders that will then lead to transformation in the nature of the market? Any improvements should only address services to stallholders
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to move or alter Ridley Road Market. Specific issues regarding maintenance and use of the Market are addressed in a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Dr Holliss
Frances
Dr Holliss
Frances
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D169.04
2.5 Opportunity Sites
South Dalston Lane: site R shouldn't be included as an opportunity site for redevelopment as it includes recently renovated & new-built buildings inhabited by local community organisations. Policy principle of a conservation-led approach should be adhered to.
Noted. Only the CLR James Library within Site P (formerly Site R) is proposed for redevelopment. The other buildings within the opportunity site are proposed for refurbishment.
D169.05
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Clarence Mews includes a number of buildings designed for home-based works - this should be respected
Noted. This is addressed in the Hackney Central Phase 1 AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
D170
Olexandra Stephanie for Age Concern
Olexandra Stephanie for Age Concern
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D170.01
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Would hope that in any redevelopment the needs of clients for an accessible information centre, very close to transport links & other amenities is understood
Noted.
D170.02
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Pleased to see the extensive work gone into Part C-Shaping Local Character
Noted.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Olexandra Stephanie for Age Concern
Olexandra Stephanie for Age Concern
Comment No.
D170.03
D170.04
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Development should make the most of the opportunity to be inclusive for older people & that living & visiting the area will be a good experience for older members of the community. A design that caters well for older people also fits for the rest of the community. A pavement that is accessible to people in wheelchairs is equally accessible to parents with young children
Noted. Development that is accessible for older people will be considered at the detailed design stage. Chapter 08 - Getting around the Town Centre provides policies to make it easier for older people to get around the town centre such as minimising street clutter throughout the town centre, ensuring that pedestrian routes are safe, accessible, well lit at night and lined by active building frontage etc.
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Need for a facility specifically designed for older people to gather together. Would have information on essential services & serve as a meeting place with affordable refreshments. Consideration to section 106 towards the creation of a voluntary section hub could achieve this purpose
Supported. Section 7.3 Supporting Community Facilities/Infrastructure outlines policies that all new development will be required to make provision for improved and additional community facilities and infrastructure to support population growth. The Implementation Plan in Part D details the implementation and provision of a multiethnic hall for older people.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Olexandra Stephanie for Age Concern
Olexandra Stephanie for Age Concern
Comment No.
D170.05
D170.06
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
5.4 New housing provision
Include specification of extremely high standards to sound insulation & design to minimise noise transferred in mixed developments. Welcomes design to Lifetime Home standards & recommends small clusters of one bedroom flats designed for older people to allow neighbourliness & support.
Noted. See Section 10: Maximising Energy Efficiency.
5.4 New housing provision
Recommends inclusion of multi-cultural sheltered scheme built to extra care standards with communal facilities able to be accessed by older community at large. To be located within walking distance of market
Noted. Section 7.3 Supporting Community Facilities/Infrastructure outlines policies that all new development will be required to make provision for improved and additional community facilities and infrastructure to support population growth.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Olexandra Stephanie for Age Concern
Olexandra Stephanie for Age Concern
Comment No.
D170.07
D170.08
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Welcomes provision of new public spaces. Management of these spaces built in from the beginning is essential. Would like to see specification of management of the space including regular cleaning & prevention of antisocial behaviour
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm. These include 'green' and hard-landscaped areas. Policy DTC 11 - Public Realm Quality requires management and maintenance regimes for areas of public realm.
6.1 Public Realm Strategy
Welcomes 6.1 &6.2. Requests suitable/durable/high quality materials to stop mobility impediment. Steps, bumps, cobbles or stairs should not be used. Welcomes use of colour/texture to avoid arid areas. Where people will be traversing larger distances, e.g.: Dalston Junction to the market - seating areas should be available
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes high quality durable materials to be used for public realm projects across the town centre. The provision of improved street furniture is identified within the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) as a potential project to be investigated in the short term
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Olexandra Stephanie for Age Concern
Olexandra Stephanie for Age Concern
Comment No.
D170.09
D170.10
Document Section
6.7 Play and Recreation Overview
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Welcomes proposals for young people's facilities. Should include a facility for older people such as older people's playgrounds in DamHead estate & Eastbourne. Give thought to designing in factors ensuring older people will use development as fully as possible
Noted. Policy DTC 12 'Spaces for Play and Recreation' seeks to provide unofficial play areas in addition to those playable spaces proposed throughout the town centre. This is supported through the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which outlines the investigation of improved facilities for older people as an action to be undertaken in the short term.
Welcomes installation of public art. Consideration should also be given for involvement of the artists at early stage to allow artistic ideas to inform design principles of rest of the development. E.g.: landmark development along sea front in Morecambe
Supported and Noted. The Phase 1 AAP facilitates a public art and lighting strategy in Chapter 07 Supporting Culture, Creativity, the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure (Policy DTC 13 - Supporting the Community). The Implementation Strategy in Chapter 19 also identifies the formulation of a public art strategy and implementation in the short term in which artist will be involved with at an early stage.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Olexandra Stephanie for Age Concern
Olexandra Stephanie for Age Concern
Comment No.
D170.11
D170.12
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
9.2 Public transport and Parking
Welcomes inclusion of a Shop Mobility Scheme. Should note increase in incidence of motor scooters used by younger/older people to go shopping/get around will increase & parking spaces will be required. Safety at pedestrian crossings must be paramount for all. Allow time for older people with mobility issues & parents with young children to cross. Include alternative treatment to alert visually impaired people to the traffic lights - tactile knobbly red surface is used currently but is difficult for older people to negotiate.
Noted. Policy DTC 20 'Parking and Servicing' outlines the intention of LBH to work with partners in order to implement improvements to car parking provision and servicing arrangements. This includes the provision of dedicated disabled parking spaces, the implementation of car club parking scheme and the implementation of a shop mobility scheme.
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Approves of District Heating System. Consider implementing systems of charging/recharging that are transparent to all. There must be a system in place whereby individuals/companies are conscious they are only paying energy costs in relation to the energy they consume. Should provide full insulation to avoid thermal discomfort. Steps for avoidance of noise/vibration would be required. Consider installation of round source heat pumps
Noted and supported as consistent with the aspiration for Dalston to become a low carbon community. Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction' supports this aspiration through identifying a preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room as Opportunity Site F9. This is further supported in the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which identifies the undertaking of a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as a short term action. No change required
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Olexandra Stephanie for Age Concern
Olexandra Stephanie for Age Concern
Comment No.
D170.13
D170.14
Document Section
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
18 Delivery and Implementation
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Welcomes the replacement of existing shopping centre - concerned engineering challenges placed by overcoming CTRL Lines may mean that the costs of the slab may be prohibitive
Noted. The Implementation Plan in Chapter 19 Phasing Strategy and Implementation identifies the development of an appropriate design brief for the shopping centre as a short term project. This detailed design brief will investigate more detailed design solutions for the Shopping Centre. The slabbing over of the existing shopping centre car park is subject to further feasibility and economic viability studies.
Welcomes commitment to outstanding design standards & sensitivity. Would like to know what controls will be in place over the whole length of the proposed development to ensure that the vision of good design & commitment is maintained throughout the redevelopment.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP includes Chapter 4 'Strengthening local character and identity' aimed specifically at enhancing the existing qualities the local community want to preserve such as heritage, vibrant street life, diversity of uses and a fine-grained townscape. The town centre has also been characterised in terms of 8 Character Areas which advocate best practice design principles for opportunity sites within the area. Site specific policies require adherence to these design principles should development proposals come forward and these policies will be monitored against indicators to ensure adequate performance.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
D171
Adam Hart for Hackney Cooperative Developments
D172
Robert Owen
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D171.01
2.5 Opportunity Sites
Signed petition for premises 62 Beechwood Road/16-18 Dalston for the withdrawal of identification of Opportunity Site R
Noted. Only the CLR James Library within Site P (formerly Site R) is proposed for redevelopment. The other buildings within the opportunity site are proposed for refurbishment.
D172.01
2.9 Key Issues
All the key issues have been identified
Noted.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Robert Owen
D172.02
3.1 The Masterplan Vision
Generally agree with vision
Noted.
Trepodacious about high rise development especially over eastern curve which would cut much needed sunlight.
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Robert Owen
D172.03
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Robert Owen
Robert Owen
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D172.04
14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square
Gillett Square should be a hive of gastronomic delight
Noted. The AAP puts forward a proposal to complete Phase 2 of Gillett Square that will accommodate a new northern frontage to the Square incorporating new active uses, including a café (Refer to Chapter 14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square).
D172.05
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Market is lifeblood of community & should not be compromised in any way. No to bars & restaurants on Ridley Rd. No to increased rents for traders
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter or move Ridley Road Market. The AAP identifies that Ridley Road Market is suitable for new a new leisure/night-time uses (possibly including bars/restaurants).
Respondent ID
D173
Respondent Name
Steve Redmond
Steve Redmond
Comment No.
D173.01
D173.02
Document Section
18 Delivery and Implementation
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
What kind of Dalston do we want to end up with as a result of MP? Would prefer a place which builds on its strengths to become a better version of itself. In too many areas the plan throws out the old in favour of commercially-led new-build
Supported. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston and proposes to refurbish local facilities where possible. Chapter 3 outlines the vision for Dalston as a sustainable, safe, thriving town centre and mixed-use community offering a distinctive and highly memorable experience, with a high quality public realm appropriate to its role as a Major Town Centre and a cultural, creative and community hub with a strong existing heritage.
In too many areas the emphasis is on building up. This is a risky strategy - too many previous examples of high-rise building gone wrong & would be alien to the scale of what is a low-rise area. Tall high-density development is efficient but risks damaging the atmosphere of the area
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Steve Redmond
Steve Redmond
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D173.03
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
In its current form the market is a disgrace - it smells, is unsanitary. Should renovate whilst keeping some of its human character - should throw it open to a design competition with the winning solution
Noted. Specific issues regarding the management and maintenance of Ridley Road Market are part of a separate study, RRMIS.
D173.04
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Redeveloping the terraces & bringing them back into use should be number one priority. If owners don’t renovate, should be compulsory purchased
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Steve Redmond
D174
Carol Lee
Comment No.
D173.05
D174.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
1.1 Purpose of the Masterplan
Should be acknowledgement that many of the positives of Dalston were never planned e.g.: vibrant art/club scene is a side-effect of Shoreditch success. A plan that is too prescriptive risks squeezing out possibility for organic development - a good plan needs to leave space for the unplanned. Scale back core strategic plan to a small number of practical & achievable projects (market, terraces); define the non-negotiable for redevelopment (height of buildings, balance of independent stores to national chains, balance of commercial to residential); construct a framework of incentives to direct private interests to redevelop priority areas
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP vision aims to build on and strengthen the existing vibrant and unique character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP is a flexible planning document that outlines policies and strategies to encourage regeneration within the town centre. PART D sets out a strategy for incentives to direct private interests and priority areas.
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Asks what effect market improvements will have on: the rental of stalls/small pavement shops/price of produce sold. If prices go up will this reduce number of shoppers? If the buildings are redeveloped will market trading be able to continue during building works? If stalls are lost due to regeneration works will traders come back when they are completed?
Noted. Improvements to Ridley Road Market are the subject of a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme, RRMIS.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Carol Lee
Carol Lee
Comment No.
D174.02
D174.03
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Street furniture/lighting should be improved but provision of public toilets should take precedence over public art. Maybe an arch at the beginning of the market would pinpoint entrance sufficiently enough
Noted. Policy DTC 14 - Community Infrastructure facilitates free public toilets as part of any proposed public open space, the redevelopment of the Kingsland Shopping Centre and as party of the Ridley Road Improvement Scheme.
Already gentrified areas within Dalston catchment with residents who prefer to shop elsewhere. Could a mix of produce attractive to existing Ridley Road shoppers & new middle class residents blend together or will an amalgam bring the collapse of a thriving market?
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP Retail Strategy (section 5.4) encourages a balanced mix of national high street multiples alongside specialist, independent retailers and other service providers. Improvements to Ridley Road Market are encouraged through the Phase 1 AAP (Chapter 13 Character Area 03: Ridley Road Market) and through the separate Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Carol Lee
Carol Lee
Comment No.
D174.04
D174.05
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
MP refers to 2 major anchor stores - Sainsbury’s & Matalan - to make many new developments viable residential accommodation will have to cater to a middle class clientele who will take up ownership or private rental of flats & whose preference to shop will be Waitrose or Marks & Spencer. If shopping centre was redeveloped, would either of these be likely to take up retail space?
Noted. Policies in Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre encourage a range of retail offer, including high street multiple retailers alongside smaller independent stores and for the shopping centre site seek individual shops and public realm to allow outdoor seating and potentially food stalls and outdoor dining. The exact retailers to occupy the anchor stores will be determined at a much later stage.
Council hopes shop development along eastern curve to cater for middle class clientele. Concerned higher class boutique-type clothing shops, cafes, restaurants catering to higher incomes might struggle to make profit to keep open or might not take up retail space in first place. Dalston would have to raise its game to be attractive to the spending power of the middle class residents.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP aims to build on and strengthen the existing vibrant and unique character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of retail unit types and sizes to accommodate both local independent businesses and national, high street chains. This is supported through the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) where Council will examine opportunities to work with developers to provide small and affordable retail space in the short-medium term.
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Carol Lee
D175
Amanda Fong
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D174.06
14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square
Barren expanse with unsympathetic tree planting & rudimentary seating. Redevelopment of Stamford works & removal of the car park would be beneficial
Noted. The AAP proposes completion of Phase 2 of Gillett Square to accommodate a new, redeveloped northern frontage onto the Square with active uses and a leisure offer that will add to the night-time economy (refer to Chapter 14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square).
D175.01
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Retain character & independence of local shopping experience - unique mix of independent shops & market stalls owned by local residents. Consider allocating percentage of stores to independent shop owners (as in Marylebone).
Noted. The AAP vision aims to build on and strengthen the existing vibrant and unique character of Dalston. The Council will examine opportunities to work with developers to provide small and affordable retail space at implementation stage.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Amanda Fong
Amanda Fong
Comment No.
D175.02
D175.03
Document Section
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Given high density of artists in Dalston - how can you encourage or provide incentives for some of the younger & more creative residents to open unique retail boutiques? Creative community is key to area's regeneration. Attracting/retention of creative residents & getting them involved in the design of the new centre should be central to the Mp
The Phase 1 AAP proposes two 'Core Community and Creative Quarters' where the community, cultural/creative and third sectors will be supported and developed (Policy DTC 10 - Supporting Community and Creativity) around Ashwin Street/Dalston Lane and Gillett Square. The Phase 1 AAP has undergone extensive community and stakeholder consultation from 9 March 2009 until 15 May 2009. Furthermore a delivery group/structure will be formulated once the Phase 1 AAP is adopted to implement the Phase 1 AAP which will work closely with the community such as creative residents.
In full support of preserving specific buildings. What about art deco building near shaklewell lane?
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation of buildings of historic and architectural merit as a locally listed buildings and cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03), however Shacklewell Lane is not within the AAP area.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Amanda Fong
D175.04
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Curve is a great idea as is the bike path & children play areas including skate park
Noted and supported.
D175.05
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Area around the Rio could be further marked out as a cultural hub
Supported - Figure 5.1: Land Use Strategy has been amended to highlight the 'Core community, cultural/creative, third sector quarter' around the Rio Cinema.
Amanda Fong
Respondent ID
D176
Respondent Name
R Blake
R Blake
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D176.01
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Make present closure of Ashwin Street permanent - gate for refuse & emergency service vehicles only
Supported on part - Policies for Character Area 06: Ashwin Street supports a new 'shared space' scheme along the length of Ashwin Street to be implemented through resurfacing with new, high quality materials and design to support and enhance its role as a local pedestrian and cycle dominated street.
D176.02
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Make present closure of Boleyn Road permanent - gate for refuse & emergency service vehicles only
Noted. Boleyn Road is on the border of the Phase 1 AAP and is therefore this proposal will be considered by the Council's Streetscene department.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
R Blake
R Blake
Comment No.
D176.03
D176.04
Document Section
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Close Winchester Place at Junction with High St & move bus stop & shelter onto closure
The Phase 1 AAP delivery group/structure as outlined in Chapter 19 - Phasing Strategy and Implementation Plan will work closely with stakeholders and other London Borough of Hackney Departments such as Transport to implement the range of improvements for better access in/around the town centre, including consider closing Winchester Place at Junction with High Street and moving the bus shelter onto the closure.
Cut out use of Bradbury Street as a rat run by reversing one-way flow & making 'loading only'
The Phase 1 AAP delivery group/structure as outlined in Chapter 19 - Phasing Strategy and Implementation Plan will work closely with stakeholders and other London Borough of Hackney Departments such as Transport to implement the range of improvements for better access in/around the town centre, including consider cutting out the use of Bradbury Street as a rat run by reversing one-way flow and making 'loading only'.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
R Blake
R Blake
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D176.05
09 Principle 6: Making the most of public transport
Safeguard sites 3-9 Dalston Lane & 1-7 Ashwin Street for station entrance to Chelsea-Hackney Line
Noted. Statutory Safeguarding is indicated in Figure 9.1 Public Transport Strategy.
D176.06
09 Principle 6: Making the most of public transport
Install Dalston Lane bus lane westbound from CLR James Library to Dalston Junction station bus stop
Noted. The allocation of new bus lanes are not within the scope of the Phase 1 AAP and are the responsibility of TfL.
Respondent ID
D177
Respondent Name
Michael Whaley
Michael Whaley
Comment No.
D177.01
D177.02
Document Section
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Encourage more diverse small independent shops/businesses to pen in Kingsland Rd. Think Camden market rather than Islington Angel with its 'high st' names. Rents would have to be realistic
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre.
Not convinced more tall buildings are needed. Dalston Lane is unwelcome & overwhelming because of the size of tower blocks there. Tall buildings have their place but not in Dalston that has Victorian heritage. Keep buildings at a human height - no to tall buildings
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Michael Whaley
Comment No.
D177.03
Document Section
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Eastern Curve buildings look quite high - limit to three to four floors
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP includes a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies Tall Buildings as 10 storeys and above, therefore the midrise buildings (6-10 storeys) proposed for the Kingsland Shopping Centre site on the north side and 4-8 storeys on the southeastern side of the Eastern Curve are considered appropriate in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The part 14-storey residential building at 15 Ramsgate Street is already under construction and 26-28 Ramsgate Street has planning permission for a building rising from 1 to 10 storeys. The exact height, design and architectural style of proposed buildings on either side of the Eastern Curve will be determined at the detailed design stage to limit overshadowing on the Eastern Curve.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Michael Whaley
Michael Whaley
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D177.04
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Demolish it all. If the area is going to improve then this is the key site as it sits in the middle of Dalston
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP suggests that redevelopment of the shopping centre is integral to the regeneration of the town centre. The Phase 1 AAP's broad proposals for the shopping centre see it reconnected to the urban grid rather than being an internalised mall and it is envisaged that a new north-south axis will help facilitate movement within the town centre (please refer to Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre).
D177.05
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Should be kept as a street market. It needs some help but keep pretty much as is. Keep rents at realistic price. Gentrification can be taken too far risking ripping heart & soul out of Dalston
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to move or alter Ridley Road Market.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Michael Whaley
D178
Nigel Stephens
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D177.06
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Should be another beautiful square created around manicured lawns with flower beds, trees & a water feature with cafes & restaurants for alfresco eating in the summer. Space between Dalston Lane & Kingsland Rd taken up by car park for shopping centre - ideal location for the square
Noted - The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 Enhancing the Public Realm. These include 'green' and hard-landscaped areas. The specific landscape features of these public open spaces are not within the scope of the Phase 1 AAP.
D178.01
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Having a new train station is not going to attract the sort of visitors we'd like
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose any new train stations other than those that are already under construction (Dalston Junction as part of the East London Line Extension) or those that may be proposed in the future (CrossRail).
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Nigel Stephens
Nigel Stephens
Comment No.
D178.02
D178.03
Document Section
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Don’t see the need for more tall buildings. Develop Dalston on a human scale rather than trying to create a Canary Wharf clone in Hackney
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
In favour of more public spaces - eastern curve is a great idea. Needs to be a light open space & not an urban canyon.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure and relaxation. Regarding buildings surrounding the Eastern Curve: the Phase 1 AAP includes a building height strategy which uses the Hackney's Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies Tall Buildings as 10 storeys and above. Tall buildings throughout the town centre will be considered appropriate in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The Phase 1 AAP
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response seeks to accommodate the population increase as supported by the emerging Core Strategy and London Plan.
Nigel Stephens
D178.04
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Buildings should be of a height in keeping with Dalston Lane - 3-4 storeys, not 5-6
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP includes a building height strategy which uses the Hackney Tall Buildings Strategy as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Strategy identifies Tall Buildings as 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to accommodate the population increase as supported by the emerging Core Strategy and London Plan.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Nigel Stephens
Nigel Stephens
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D178.05
5.6 Leisure and the night time economy
Fine to encourage restaurants/bars in Gillett Square & Market but why just there? Why not eastern curve?
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does encourage restaurants/bars along the Eastern Curve (Refer to Chapter 15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve).
D178.06
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Regarding the new community facilities proposed for the area - good.
Noted.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Nigel Stephens
Nigel Stephens
Comment No.
D178.07
D178.08
Document Section
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Street lighting should be done tastefully to ensure a welcoming & safe place for pedestrians, not just car traffic. Use modern down lighting which avoids light pollution
Noted. Policy DTC 13 - Supporting the Community encourages a public art and lighting strategy to be implemented as part of an overall programmes to improve public spaces. The specific details of the lighting strategy will be determined at implementation stage.
Suggests more creative use of water features in public spaces as in many European cities
Noted. Policy DTC 13 - Supporting the Community encourages a public art and lighting strategy to be implemented as part of an overall programmes to improve public spaces. The specific details of the lighting strategy will be determined at implementation stage.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Nigel Stephens
Nigel Stephens
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D178.09
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
New pedestrian routes/streets/transport improvements will help movement around easier - would encourage proposed improvements to road junctions & crossings along lines of new Scandinavian models
Noted.
Building low or zero carbon homes & establishing district heating systems are excellent ideas
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to comply with the London Plan target use of sustainable energy through Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction'. This policy advocates following the Energy Hierarchy of the London Plan in order to decrease overall CO2 emissions through adopting sustainable design and construction measures and prioritising decentralised energy generation and Combined Heat and Power technology. This policy also identifies a preferred location for a Decentralised Energy plant room (Opportunity Site F9) which is supported by the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) which outlines a feasibility/technical study on the creation of this energy centre as an action to be undertaken in the short term. No change
D178.10
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response required
Nigel Stephens
D178.11
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Wouldn't be sorry to see the back of Kingsland Shopping Centre - its an eye sore
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP suggests that redevelopment of the shopping centre is integral to the regeneration of the town centre. The Phase 1 AAP's broad proposals for the shopping centre see it reconnected to the urban grid rather than being an internalised mall and it is envisaged that a new north-south axis will help facilitate movement within the town centre (please refer to Chapter 12 Character Area 02: Kingsland Shopping Centre).
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Nigel Stephens
Nigel Stephens
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D178.12
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Makes sense to move the station - would avoid people having to cross the busy rod to access it. The current station isn't to attractive & doesn't feel safe
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP no longer proposes moving the Station to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street as part of the redeveloped Shopping Centre. Dalston Kingsland Station will stay in its current location and will be refurbished.
Don’t drive out local independent shops/restaurants to replace with chains because of higher rents. Require commercial developers to include some percentage of lowcost shops/restaurants/café units which are only available for rent by individual proprietors
Noted. Section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre. The Town Centre Partnership Forum will investigate providing affordable retail space for small independents.
D178.13
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Nigel Stephens
Nigel Stephens
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D178.14
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
New building in Dalston has been of low quality design - encourage the very best of modern architecture & design
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP encourages high quality architecture, design and materials throughout its policies and will be a pertinent consideration in its implementation.
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
A valuable asset for many local people. Would be a mistake to put up rents significantly & drive out business which provides an important service & are part of the local character. Could be tidied up, better lit, safer
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose to alter or move Ridley Road Market. Specific issues regarding the stalls, usage and maintenance of Ridley Road Market are addressed as part of a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme (RRMIS).
D178.15
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
D180
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D180.01
2.2 The Dalston Masterplan Study Area
Boundaries drawn around southern margin of MP study area ignores retail & pedestrian asset. Should include section of Kingsland Rd south to the junction with Forest Rd on eastern side (no. 558-514) & buildings 481-505 on western side
Noted. The Dalston AAP boundary was determined through an analysis of the ton centre, initial community and stakeholder consultation and through consultation with the Steering Group and Ward Members.
5.4 New housing provision
Questions location of 1/5 of residential development capacity of Hackney within MP area. MP should include a more considered estimate of future housing requirement taking into account large developments such as Kingsland Basin, junction of Southgate Road & Balmes Rd & along Regent's canal
Noted. The Core Strategy is the Borough wide spatial planning document that considers housing growth and requirement throughout the town centre.
D180.02
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
D180.03
D180.04
Document Section
9.3 Parking Strategy
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Asks whether underground parking for shopping centre will have capacity to cater for customers & car owning local residents? Concerned minor roads around MP area will suffer from increased parking congestion
Noted. Policy DTC 20 'Parking and Servicing' outlines the requirement for the provision of a new underground car park beneath a redeveloped Kingsland Shopping Centre for general public use. The car park will comprise at the least the same amount of parking as existing with potential for additional spaces to be investigated at detailed design stage.
Supports consistent building line along Kingsland Rd with all new development relating to existing street scale - 3-4 storeys.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports a consistent building line along Kingsland Road and Kingsland High Street and proposes that building heights along this route are keeping with the existing Victorian frontages with 3-4 storeys at the Kingsland High Street/Kingsland Road edge and if higher, (4-6 storeys), that the height is stepped up away from Kingsland High Street/Kingsland Road to maintain the character and rhythm in Chapter 11: Character Area 01 Kingsland High Street.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D180.05
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Agree sites A-C present opportunities for redevelopment but concerned redevelopment will follow other 20th century ugly additions to the high st e.g.: Post Office 118-120 & Boots/Abbey 82-86
Noted. The building design will be determined at detailed design stage.
D180.06
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Redevelopment of station/Peacocks/Railway Tavern should be a priority as a central point in Dalston. Note deterioration of shops/upper floors on western side of Kingsland Rd between Railway Tavern & junction with Bradbury St Council should ensure owners refurbish ASAP
Noted. Grant funding for shop front improvements has been identified as a short/medium term project in Chapter 19 Phasing and Implementation.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
D180.07
D180.08
Document Section
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Pg 87-88 3D models show building to rear of site C taller than 10 storeys proposed in site description. This height/size is inappropriate in this location
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Demolition above western curve is good location for open space with Reeves/Shiloh church as pleasing background. This site has more advantages than Ridley Place with Reeves Building, Peace Mural, pedestrian diversion away from Kingsland Rd
Noted - The Phase 1 AAP identifies the potential for public open space on the northern portion of Site D2 (eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site) in 'Policy DTC - CA -1 Kingsland High Street Character Area - Site Specific Policies' relating to Site D. Furthermore the potential for public open space on this site is supported in Policy DTC 11 - Public Realm Quality.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D180.09
2.5 Opportunity Sites
Consider McDonalds building & Curry's electrical store as an opportunity site for a landmark building
Noted. The McDonald's building (36-42 Kingsland High Street) is now identified as an opportunity site in the re-drafted Phase 1 AAP.
Pg 31, ref 4.3.1 - not clear whether Art Deco building at Kingsland Rd/Dalston Lane junction is to be retained. Prior to any decision about this building the 20th Century Society & Victorian Society should be consulted as to its architectural/historical merit
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation of buildings of historic and architectural merit as a locally listed buildings (such as 2-4 Kingsland High Street) and cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and
D180.10
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response Character Assets
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
D180.11
09 Principle 6: Making the most of public transport
MP should address ground level access requirements for proposed crossrail station
Area
Appraisal
of
Heritage
Supported - Chapter 09: Making the most of Public Transport addresses the access requirements and safeguarding for potential Chelsea-Hackney Line (Crossrail 2).
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
D180.12
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Proposed square on Kingsland Rd will have opposite effect to design principles. Consider replacing Poundland building for a distinctive entrance
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose having a new public open space at the entrance to Ridley Road Market on Kingsland High Street.
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
D180.13
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Square at eastern end of market & new pedestrian/cycle bridge are welcome proposals
Noted.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D180.14
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Recognises need for improvements but urges caution in their application. Traders are fragile & unlikely to withstand loss of business from refurbishment & resulting increase in rents.
Noted. Specific issues regarding Ridley Road Market are addressed in a separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
D180.15
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Agree with shopping centre redevelopment. Balance construction disruption with resulting improvement. Underground parking with favoured scenario 1 would enhance the area
Noted.
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
D180.16
14 Character Area 04: Gillett Square
Removal of the car parking & redevelopment of the site may result in a more cohesive space which is attractive to the local community
Noted and supported.
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
D180.17
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Eastern Curve would be a welcome addition
Noted and supported.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
D180.18
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Ashwin St Victorian buildings should be maintained. If part of the Dalston Lane Terrace can be rebuilt then same principle should be applied here
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, the Phase 1 AAP has inserted a new character area called 'Ashwin Street' to identify the specific strengths of this area and provide policies (Chapter 16 Character Area 06 - Ashwin Street) to enhance and protect the character of this area. These policies support the proposed retention of the V22 building (10 - 16 Ashwin Street) and proposes that any redevelopment and/or refurbishment of Nos. 2 - 8 Ashwin Street is encouraged to consider the retention of the existing buildings and/or existing building facade.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
D180.19
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Agree that approach to highway design at eastern end of Dalston Lane is unsympathetic & welcomes measures to improve streetscape
Noted and supported.
Concerned with proposal to step up building scale from Terraces to Dalston Square. There is an opportunity to rebuild the Georgian shop fronts to give current occupants better accommodation.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'. The Phase 1 AAP has been revised to remove reference of 'stepping up' of heights along Dalston Lane toward Dalston Square.
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
D180.20
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D180.21
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
MP should have had fold-out simple street plan covering area in question with all roads clearly marked & existing/proposed railway lines shown. Street names on MP were difficult to make out
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has added more street names and increased their size on the maps, drawings and plans to make the vision more legible.
None
Outlines series of typographical errors which discredit LBH. Photos were of poor quality
Noted. The revised AAP has been proofread to ensure there are no typographical errors and photos are no longer included in the document
D180.22
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Noted. The April 2008 consultation included one consultation event at Kingsland Shopping Centre and the documents published on the website. The public was invited to return their comments for several weeks in April and May 2008.
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
D180.23
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
2008 consultation only analysed questionnaires - this is hardly enlightening
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
D180.24
2.1 Taking the wider view
Table 2.1 - would have been helpful to include number of storeys proposed for various opportunity sites
111
Noted. The proposed heights for each opportunity site are listed in Part C under the policies for each site.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
KCAAC (Kingsland Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
D181
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
D180.25
D181.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
None
Other factual errors: Pg 33, Column 1, 3rd bullet point - De Beauvoir Estate; Pg 33 - landmarks; Pg 33, 4.3.2 - Swiss Re tower; Pg 35, Fig 4.3 graphical error; Pg 63, Para 2 - dominance of traffic; Pg 66, point 1 - pedestrians; Pg 66, point 5 - Kingsland Rd/Dalston Lane junction
Noted. Errors corrected.
MP shows no evidence of a significant appraisal of the quality of the existing built environment. An assessment should be carried out immediately to highlight contribution made by ordinary buildings to the character of the area - priority areas would be the opportunity sites
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street,
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
D181.02
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Placement of tall buildings show insufficient consideration of overshadowing. Heights do not indicate a unified approach. Questions necessity of some buildings to achieve density & new accommodation. A detailed study of the massing on those sites & proposed locations for tall buildings, their potential benefit/impact on public spaces/role in the MP would be beneficial
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Housing tenure types don’t demonstrate adequate consideration of the sustainability of the development in changing financial conditions. Recognise differences between private & affordable homes - if quantity of private units is too much for current market a decision to transfer homes to an RSL will change character of the development
Noted. New housing types (including affordable housing requirements) is addressed in Policy DTC 07 - New Housing Provision.
Transport & urban movement proposals seem limited in their integration of sustainable principles
Not supported. The Phase 1 AAP addresses sustainable principles in Chapter 10 - Maximising Energy Efficiency.
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
D181.03
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
D181.04
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
D181.05
D181.06
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
MP should have clearer guidelines on height & mass for remaining sites south of eastern curve to guarantee higher daylight levels in the new public space. 4/5 storeys is proposed. Designs for taller structures should incorporate public access or terraces at upper levels as well as high quality public realm at ground level
Noted. See Section 4.4: Building Heights Strategy, Figure 4.3: Building Heights and Figure 6.1: Public Realm Strategy, which illustrates green roofs/terraces at upper levels.
Lack of provision for cycling facilities is a missed opportunity to shape Dalston as safe/efficient for cycling with dedicated paths & secure parking places. MP doesn't show liaison with office of Mayor of London
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of new pedestrian and cycle routes, addressed in Chapter 8: Getting around the town centre. The Phase 1 AAP delivery group/structure as outlined in Chapter 19 - Phasing Strategy and Implementation Plan will work closely with stakeholders to implement the range of improvements for better access in/around the town centre. The Phase 1 AAP has undergone extensive consultation with the community and various stakeholders and government agencies, including the GLA.
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D181.07
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
2008 consultation process was inadequate resulting in failure to appreciate elements of Dalston's local distinctiveness & the value of parts of its existing built environment
Not supported - consultation has been ongoing and extensive.
Premature to put forward proposals for redevelopment given lack of comprehensive assessment. This needs to be completed prior to submission of the MP for initial Council approval, giving priority to opportunity sites that include/border historic buildings
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street,
D181.08
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
D181.09
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Emphasise the key strategic corridor views form Dalston Square to Ashwin St & from ST Marks through Ramsgate St from Dalston Lane. A key view omitted from the MP is of Ashwin St from the new overground station & from this point along the length of the Dalston Square axis
Noted and supported. 'Policy DTC 02 Respecting and enhancing local character' and 'Figure 4.2: Townscape and Heritage' proposes to retain and respect these local views by not obstructing these views with new buildings or structures and ensuring that all new development works to 'frame' these views where possible.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D181.10
3.3 The Masterplan Principles
Option 2 is most likely development option for Dalston in terms of feasibility. This option should be worked up with a view to delivery. Supports Principle 01 & 03 but are most likely achieved by Option 2 rather than Option 3
Noted. Consultation responses have been considered and the Phase 1 AAP has been amended where appropriate.
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Character areas should not be divided into sub sections e.g.: Ashwin St falling into 3 sub areas reduces the value of the space as a character area in its own right. Emphasis in Ashwin St should be placed on existing historic buildings as a cluster
Noted and supported - Phase 1 AAP has incorporated a new character area called 'Ashwin Street' to identify the specific strengths of this area and provide policies (Chapter 16 - Character Area 06: Ashwin Street) to enhance and protect the character of this area.
D181.11
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
D181.12
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Proposal of a new north-eastern corner is premature & based on lack of assessment of existing historic buildings e.g.: 1914 corner building which is locally listed
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings (such as 2-4 Kingsland High Street) and cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D181.12
18 Delivery and Implementation
MP needs to clarify which locations are fixed & which are open for consultation. Not explained why locations are identified as strategically important
Noted, opportunity sites identified within the Phase 1 AAP are incorporated because they either present opportunities for new development or are suited to refurbishment or other site improvements. The Phase 1 AAP advocates best practice design principles to ensure that if development proposals come forward for these sites, a management framework is in place to set the broader context and guide development appropriately. Strategically important sites are named as such because they present certain opportunities to unlock important areas of the town centre such as.
D181.13
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Adjacent Conservation Areas should be considered when developing proposals for the Dalston area. Not clear why three other adjacent conservation areas have not been considered
Noted. Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. 'Figure 4.2: Townscape and Heritage', now shows all the Conservation Areas within or adjacent to the AAP area.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D181.14
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Information showing range of numbers of housing units needs to be shown to enable assessment of location of key priority sites for redevelopment & where flexibility is possible
Supported - Part D indicates a Phasing Strategy for the Phase 1 AAP and potential new accommodation.
D181.15
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Dalston Lane/Ashwin St could support food, drink & leisure related uses by reusing historic buildings that are threatened by redevelopment
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports a mix of uses and refurbishment/reuse of existing buildings around Ashwin Street in Chapter 16 - Character Area 06: Ashwin Street.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
D181.16
D181.17
Document Section
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
MP should note role played by Bootstrap Company & Shiloh Church in providing community facilities in Ashwin St
The Phase 1 AAP proposes two 'Core Community and Creative Quarters' where the community, cultural/creative and third sectors will be supported and developed (Policy DTC 10 - Supporting Community and Creativity) around Ashwin Street/Dalston Lane which recognises and builds upon the community facilities provided by the Bootstraps Company and the Shiloh Church.
Other sites (other than western curve) could be considered for health centre e.g.: Gillett Square or existing library site
Supported. Section 7.3 Supporting Community Facilities/Infrastructure outlines policies that all new development will be required to make provision for improved and additional community facilities and infrastructure to support population growth and that provision for a new health facility is supported in Site P (CLR James Library Site), although other appropriate locations will be supported.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
D181.18
D181.19
Document Section
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Existing calm back routes e.g.: Ashwin St could be incorporated into a strategy to contribute to rectifying lack of open urban space. Western curve site could be used for public open space
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP puts forward the suggestion that it may be possible to incorporate a new public open space on the eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site (D2), subject to further feasibility and design studies. This potential public space is identified in Figure 6.1: Public Realm Strategy.
Agree in principal to eastern curve. MP is unclear on what is the nature of the space, who can use it
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has been amended to clarify the purpose of the Eastern Curve further. Section 6.5: Principal new public spaces and Chapter 15 'Character Area 05: Eastern Curve' outline the policies relating to this space including accommodating a range of functions and activities to cater for Dalston's diverse population.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
D181.20
Document Section
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
St Marks/Ashwin St areas are examples of pockets of quiet calm set back from busy roads & should be used as a basis for the improvement of existing buildings
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and/or cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, the Phase 1 AAP has inserted a new character area called 'Ashwin Street' to identify the specific strengths of this area and provide policies (Policy 25 - Ashwin Street Character Area) to enhance and protect the character of this area. These policies supports the proposed retention of the V22 building - 10 - 16 Ashwin Street and proposes that any redevelopment and/or refurbishment of Nos. 2 - 8 Ashwin Street is encouraged to consider the retention of the existing buildings and/or existing building facade. St Marks Rise is outside of the AAP area.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
D181.20
D181.21
Document Section
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
MP is unclear on what purpose new market squares will serve
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose a Market Square at the western end of Ridley Road at the junction with Kingsland High Street. Section 6.5: 'Principal new public spaces' describes the Eastern Market Square.
MP should indicate what impact open space proposals have on open space deficiency in the area when coupled with increased density proposals
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP puts forward the suggestion that it may be possible to incorporate a new public open space on the eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site (D2), subject to further feasibility and design studies. This potential public space is identified in Figure 6.1: Public Realm Strategy.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
D181.22
Document Section
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Supports relocation of Arcola but should be to vacant site on western curve to stop loss of under-assessed buildings of heritage value
The Arcola Theatre has expressed interest in potentially relocating into the Dalston Town Centre. The Phase 1 AAP supports the potential re-location of the Arcola Theatre to Dalston Town Centre, preferred sites H (east of Ashwin Street) and D2 (western side of Ashwin Street, south of Shiloh Pentecostal Church) in Chapter 07: Supporting Culture, Creativity and the Third Sector and Community Infrastructure (addressed specifically in Policy DTC 13). Policies in Chapter 16 - Character Area 06 Ashwin Street would require any development and/or refurbishment of Nos. 2 -8 Ashwin Street is encouraged to consider the retention of the existing buildings and/or existing building facade. Furthermore, the Phase 1 AAP seeks to retain and enhance buildings of historic, cultural and townscape merit and includes policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and 'Heritage' (Policy DTC 03).
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Comment No.
D181.23
D181.24
Document Section
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Potential to improve linkage to Kingsland Rd from new East London Line Extension through Ashwin St, removing dog leg to enable direct route onto Rd using cleared western curve site
The policies in Chapter 16 - Character Area 06: Ashwin Street, encourage a new shared space scheme along the length of Ashwin Street to be implemented through resurfacing with new, high quality materials and design to support and enhance its role as a local pedestrian and cycle dominated street to better connect Kingsland High Street with the east London Line Extension at Dalston Junction.
MP should indicate what impact increased carbased users will have on the town centre given current inadequate car parking facilities
The Phase 1 AAP includes a Parking and Serving Strategy in section 9.3 (Chapter 09: Making the most of Public Transport). The Phase 1 AAP encourages less reliance on private motor vehicles given Dalston's accessibility to extensive public transport links.
Respondent ID
D183
Respondent Name
A Seymour
A Seymour
Comment No.
D183.01
D183.02
Document Section
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Please make sure Dalston doesn't suffer any further developments like Dalston Square/station hideous, unsightly & depressing spectacle
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP includes Chapter 04 'Strengthening Local Character and Identity' which aims to enhance the existing qualities of Dalston in terms of heritage, a vibrant street life, diversity of uses and a fine-grained townscape. Policy DTC 02 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' supports this objective by ensuring future development is based on an appreciation of existing local context such as streetscape, urban grain, building type, scale, height, mass and materials.
Please do not interfere with Reeves building or peace mural. Don’t take away any more of the few interesting buildings/areas that exist
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings (such as the Reeves and Son Building) and cultural landmarks (such as the Peace Mural) in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
A Seymour
D183.03
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Do not interfere with the market
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose altering of moving Ridley Road Market.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
A Seymour
D184
Graham Saunders for English Heritage
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D183.04
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Restore Dalston Lane Terrace as a priority - use restoration, not demolition & no more blue & white check buildings
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP supports the Council's desire to take a conservation-led approach for the refurbishment of Dalston Lane Terraces, as detailed in Chapter 17 'Character Area 07: Dalston Lane'.
D184.01
3.3 The Masterplan Principles
Encouraged by desire to strengthen local character/identity of Dalston. Within Principle historic environment is not explicitly recognised as a contributor to local distinctiveness of Dalston
Not supported - The heritage, built fabric and architectural quality have been included as a strength in Table 2.1 SWOT Summary.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Graham Saunders for English Heritage
Graham Saunders for English Heritage
Comment No.
D184.02
D184.03
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
3.3 The Masterplan Principles
Concerned heritage assets identified within environmental baseline are limited & incomplete e.g.: no reference made to Conservation Areas falling partially within MP or those outside which may be affected (Queensbridge Rd & Graham Rd & Mapledene Conservation Area)
Noted. See Section 04: Strengthening local character and identity, including sub-section 4.3: Heritage and Conservation.
SA does not recognise/appreciate diversity of historic environment, its heritage assets & their settings & the opportunity for enhancement of these assets.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and cultural landmarks in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 1016 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street,
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
Graham Saunders for English Heritage
D184.04
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
AAP should include a short statement of the historic development of the area to identify how the area has come to be. Should be recognised that a number of heritage assets e.g.: Rio Cinema are defined by AAP but not recognised in body of text - should include an overview at the beginning of AAP to clarify this issue
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Phase 1 AAP supports retention and preservation buildings of historic and architectural merit as locally listed buildings and cultural landmarks (such as the Rio Cinema etc) in Figure 4.2 Townscape and Heritage and the Policies relating to 'Respecting and Enhancing Local Character' (Policy DTC 02) and Heritage (Policy DTC 03). Furthermore, two key projects proposed in the Phase 1 AAP Implementation Plan are 'Grant funding for external and internal improvements to buildings in Conservation Areas and listed buildings, and other buildings of architectural and historic merit (priorities Dalston Lane Terrace, 16 - 22 Dalston Lane, Reeves building and colourworks, 10-
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response 16 Dalston Lane, 2 Kingsland High Street, former Crown and Castle pub) and Character Area Appraisal of Heritage Assets.
Graham Saunders for English Heritage
D184.05
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
Fig 2.4 should include Conservation Area
Queensbridge
Rd
Noted. Figure 4.2: Townscape and Heritage now includes the Queensbridge Road Conservation Area.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Graham Saunders for English Heritage
D184.06
3.3 The Masterplan Principles
First principle should make explicit reference to historic environment or heritage value as a key influence upon identity of town centre
Noted. See Section 04: Strengthening local character and identity, including sub-section 4.4: Heritage and Conservation.
D184.07
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Pg 36, Point 3 should also make reference to Dalston Lane West Conservation Area as the character of this designation needs to be respected in the development of building height principles
Noted. See Section 04: Strengthening local character and identity, including sub-section 4.4: Heritage and Conservation.
Graham Saunders for English Heritage
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Graham Saunders for English Heritage
Graham Saunders for English Heritage
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D184.08
6.2 Realm
Pg 47 policy/design principles should make reference to the opportunity to de-clutter existing streetscape features & to future proof against unnecessary street furniture & signage
Noted and supported. The Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) includes a number of potential decluttering projects as actions to be investigated in the short term
D184.09
18 Delivery and Implementation
Ensure continuation of involvement of Council's conservation staff to advise on local historic environment issues/priorities, sources of data, consideration of options relating to historic environment
Noted, consistent with the Implementation Plan (Chapter 10) within the Phase 1 AAP. No change required
Public
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
D186
Rev Francis Lewis for Shiloh Pentecostal Church
D186.01
Rev Francis Lewis for Shiloh Pentecostal Church
D186.02
Document Section
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Western curve proposal will reduce light within the church
NotedOvershadowing of proposed development will be considered at the detailed design stage.
Concerned Council did not consult with Church formally on MP & Western Curve.
Not supported - consultation was extensive and will be ongoing.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Rev Francis Lewis for Shiloh Pentecostal Church
Rev Francis Lewis for Shiloh Pentecostal Church
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D186.03
Agree with western curve proposals for safety & security in town centre; preserving local character & atmosphere; new open green space; preserving some of Victorian heritage which is a distinctive character of some of the streets; & encouraging community facilities
Noted.
D186.04
Rejects tall buildings next to church on site 7 or behind church due to: reduction in natural light, risk of complaint by residents around noise from church activities
Noted- There are no tall buildings proposed next to the Shiloh Church. Overshadowing of proposed development will be considered at the detailed design stage.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Rev Francis Lewis for Shiloh Pentecostal Church
Rev Francis Lewis for Shiloh Pentecostal Church
Comment No.
D186.05
D186.06
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Concerned about lack of parking bays outside church for disabled, senior citizens, parents & toddlers, funerals, weddings which are core considerations for church serving the community
Noted. Policy DTC 20 'Parking and Servicing' outlines the parking and servicing strategy for the town centre. This policy states LBH's intention to work with partners, including businesses and landowners to implement improvements to car parking provision and servicing arrangements in the provision of car club spaces and dedicated disabled spaces.
Shiloh's original nursery facility for toddlers had to close due to lack of outdoor space for child play. Green space behind church would give welcoming view to Kingsland Rd & assist to prevent antisocial behaviour
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP outlines the possibility of incorporating a new public open space on the eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site, subject to further feasibility and design studies. This potential public open space is illustrated in Figure 6.1: Public Realm Strategy.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Rev Francis Lewis for Shiloh Pentecostal Church
Rev Francis Lewis for Shiloh Pentecostal Church
Comment No.
D186.07
D186.08
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Victorian appearance of 10-16 Ashwin St should be maintained. Proposed Residential Centre for the elderly (multi-bed facility)
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP includes Ashwin Street as a specific Character Area (CA 06: Ashwin Street) which recognises its existing historic character and Victorian architecture. Policy 25 'Ashwin Street Character Area' outlines support for an enhanced setting for this existing historic and victorian architecture, including the Shiloh Pentecostal Church, Reeves and Sons building and the retention of the V22 Artists Gallery and Studios. Overall retention and refurbishment is strongly encouraged.
Proposed skills training centre - art/music workshops, theatre/drama, business training/development, employment agency/programmes
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of new community facilities throughout the town centre on opportunity sites within Character Areas. In particular, existing community and cultural uses are supported through DTC 10 'Supporting Community and Creativity'.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
D187
Michael Calderbank for Rhodes Estate TRA
Michael Calderbank for Rhodes Estate TRA
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D187.01
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
Disappointment & anger at poorly designed apartment blocks in Dalston Square resulting in loss of natural light
Noted, however outside the scope of the Phase 1 AAP as the design of Dalston Square was determined prior to the commencement of this document.
No more loss of light in the area & no more highrise developments next to residential areas
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
D187.02
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Michael Calderbank for Rhodes Estate TRA
Michael Calderbank for Rhodes Estate TRA
Comment No.
D187.03
D187.04
Document Section
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Want more open space - lack of public green space in the area where children can play & people can relax
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces and play spaces, for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm. These include both 'green' and hard-landscaped areas.
Local facilities & diversity of local life should be retained in Dalston & not be replaced by characterless businesses that fail to serve specific local communities.
Supported. The Phase 1 AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston and proposes to refurbish local facilities where possible. section 5.4 (in Chapter 05 Promoting a mix of well-integrated uses) identifies the Retail Strategy for the town centre. This retail strategy supports the retention and increase in small businesses/shops, particularly within certain sites, such as part of the redevelopment of the Shopping Centre. The Town Centre Partnership Forum will investigate providing affordable retail space for small independents.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Michael Calderbank for Rhodes Estate TRA
Michael Calderbank for Rhodes Estate TRA
Comment No.
Document Section
D187.05
D187.06
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Ridley Rd should be retained & not smartened up too much
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose altering or moving Ridley Road Market. Specific issues regarding changes to Ridley Road Market are addressed as part of the Ridley Road Market Scheme.
2.1 Taking the wider view
Rhodes Estate not within MP boundary but impact on residents could be large. Council should make more of an effort to ensure current/future estate residents gain from developments in the area. Consider how the estate can be better linked to surrounding areas including the town centre
Noted. Figure 6.1 now indicates the strategic links from the Rhodes Estate into the AAP area. The AAP focuses only on the town centre area, however, all residents from the surrounding area, including the Rhodes Estate will benefit from the improvements to the town centre.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Michael Calderbank for Rhodes Estate TRA
Michael Calderbank for Rhodes Estate TRA
Comment No.
D187.07
D187.08
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
2.5 Opportunity Sites
TRA keen to see key routes opened through estate e.g.: Cumberland Close/Carlisle Walk/Buttermere Walk/Crosby Walk/back of Dalston Terrace. Green these routes with trees & landscaping/art features
Noted. Figure 6.1 now indicates the strategic links from the Rhodes Estate into the AAP area. The AAP focuses only on the town centre area, however, all residents from the surrounding area, including the Rhodes Estate will benefit from the improvements to the town centre.
Knock down wall between Fenton Close & back of Terrace to create new walkway. Alleyway south of the pub at north east corner of estate should be closed
Noted. Figure 6.1 now indicates the strategic links from the Rhodes Estate into the AAP area. The AAP focuses only on the town centre area, however, all residents from the surrounding area, including the Rhodes Estate will benefit from the improvements to the town centre.
2.5 Opportunity Sites
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Michael Calderbank for Rhodes Estate TRA
Michael Calderbank for Rhodes Estate TRA
Comment No.
D187.09
D187.10
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
2.5 Opportunity Sites
Improve Woodland St environment & area immediately south of this to create a gateway to the estate & walkway to the south. Remove parking spaces in central Crosby Walk car park to create a small park area/open space
Noted. Figure 6.1 now indicates the strategic links from the Rhodes Estate into the AAP area. The AAP focuses only on the town centre area, however, all residents from the surrounding area, including the Rhodes Estate will benefit from the improvements to the town centre.
7.7 Youth facilities
Need for social improvements. Renovate CLR James library into an arts/youth centre to replace facilities planned for site occupied by Forest Rd Young People's Centre at southeast corner of estate & release this site for housing
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP advocates the redevelopment of the CLR James Library site to accommodate a new medium-rise mixed-use development with retail and/or community uses at the ground floor.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Michael Calderbank for Rhodes Estate TRA
D188
Mary Doyle for the Bootstrap Company
Comment No.
D187.11
D188.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
5.7 Community Facilities
Estate would like new community hall (current one inadequate). 2 options - 1) move community hall into renovated CLR James library building with TRA retention over ownership e.g.: room bookings, meeting space. 2) replace current hall with 2/3 storey ecologically sound building able to accommodate commercially viable community office space & community centre
Noted. The provision of a multi-ethnic community hall for older and younger people is identified within the Implementation Plan (Chapter 19) as a potential project to be investigated in the short/medium term
Concerned proposals for creation of new homes will impact on local community physically, economically & socially. Density proposed has serious implications for those living, working, playing in Dalston inc. loss of low rise character, loss of light & creation of wind tunnels
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
4.4 building heights strategy
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Mary Doyle for the Bootstrap Company
Mary Doyle for the Bootstrap Company
Comment No.
D188.02
D188.03
Document Section
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Concerned at lack of open space given creation of new homes. Eastern curve is not a park but creating a square on eastern side of western curve could provide relief of pedestrian congestion on Kingsland Rd
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces and play spaces, for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm. These include both 'green' and hard-landscaped areas. The Phase 1 AAP also puts forward the suggestion that it may be possible to incorporate a new public open space on the eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site (D2), subject to further feasibility and design studies. This potential public space is identified in Figure 6.1: Public Realm Strategy.
Bootstrap Roof Garden could become another green space with installation of lift @ £215 000
Noted and supported. The Phase 1 AAP proposes green roofs throughout the town centre (see Figure 6.1: Public Realm Strategy) including the Bootstrap building and the adoption of sustainable design and construction measures and renewable energy is advocated in Policy DTC 21 'Energy Efficiency and Construction'. No change required
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Mary Doyle for the Bootstrap Company
D189
Judith & Gerard Ryan
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D188.04
10 Principle 7: Maximising energy efficiency
Note previously proposed development of Green homes has not been updated to reflect 2009 operating environment or prices but adds another proposal for Dalston
Noted Chapter 10 'Maximising Energy Efficiency' of Phase 1 AAP has been amended to ensure it is more specific to Dalston and to reflect any updates that have occurred during this consultation.
2.2 The Dalston Masterplan Study Area
MP boundary is too literal. More consideration should be given to an area that is not so neatly circumscribed. Kingsland Rd/Dalston Lane Junction should be epicentre of study area or the study should extend further south to include this otherwise ignores significant retail/pedestrian asset
Noted. The AAP boundary has been established and incorporated the Dalston Town Centre.
D189.01
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Judith & Gerard Ryan
Judith & Gerard Ryan
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D189.02
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Should include the frontage of the TfL scheme onto Kingsland Rd within MP. Why is the TfL scheme ignored?
Noted. Unclear as to what frontage of the TfL scheme is though to have been ignored, however, the Phase 1 AAP does incorporate the TfL scheme for the Western Curve in its most up-to-date form. This is reflected in the drawings, diagrams and specifically, Chapter 11: Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street.
D189.03
2.5 Opportunity Sites
Fig 2.3 should include ground floor of Dalston Square as opportunity site. Has been no promised consultation on the use of the ground floor of this development.
Noted. This is outside the scope of the Phase 1 AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Judith & Gerard Ryan
Judith & Gerard Ryan
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D189.04
2.7 SWOT Analysis
SWOT Analysis should include under threats squeezing out of local retail/business that might no longer be viable as a consequence of wholesale redevelopment
Noted.
5.5 Retail Strategy
Retail Strategy contains contradictory info & should be backed up with references. Should outline what can be done to improve/support local business using less resource than wholesale demolition; should carry out a retail assessment weighing pros & cons or proposed quantum of development; should demonstrate economic viability & undergo assessment of what might be reality in time of economic stagnation; Mp should address the right issues for real Dalston
Noted. The re-drafted AAP includes a new retail strategy (see section 5.4).
D189.05
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Judith & Gerard Ryan
D189.06
5.4 New housing provision
Information on homes & families is not thought through & does not convince
Noted.
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Too many conflicting plans- presentation of pedestrian routes is conflicting & contradictory. Fig 4.2 should be edited to demonstrate legibility is consistent through out. Should provide analysis on where MP expects people to walk through interconnecting spaces & then adjust proposals accordingly using space syntax group methodology.
Noted. The re-drafted Phase 1 AAP shows simpler and more legible graphics and Figure 8.1: Pedestrian and Cycle Strategy now illustrates clearly where there are pedestrian through-routes.
Judith & Gerard Ryan
D189.07
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Judith & Gerard Ryan
Judith & Gerard Ryan
Comment No.
D189.08
D189.09
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
18 Delivery and Implementation
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Space around former Reeves buildings needs further consideration to recognise it as an asset
Noted. Noted and supported - Phase 1 AAP has incorporated a new character area called 'Ashwin Street' to identify the specific strengths of this area and provide policies (Chapter 16 - Character Area 06: Ashwin Street) to enhance and protect the character of this area.
MP needs 3D visualisation to test whether assumptions of massing, views & experience of pedestrian at street level are the correct proposals & to assess proposals as they come forward. Would be useful to see shadow diagrams to allow a view to be taken on the proposals
Noted, however in terms of the Phase 1 AAP development proposals are assessed on a site by site basis against both the policies within the AAP framework and site specific policies in the Character Areas. Diagrams shown within the Character Areas are illustrations of best practice design principles and are shown in this way to allow for some flexibility in the design of development proposals to meet the objectives of the AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Judith & Gerard Ryan
Judith & Gerard Ryan
Comment No.
D189.10
D189.11
Document Section
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
09 Principle 6: Making the most of public transport
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Fig 6.1 shows a link Kingsland Rd to Dalston Square which would not be possible on the ground. Fig 6.1 should show a strategic link from Dalston Junction station to proposed new shopping centre
Noted. The 'new pedestrian link' shown from Kingsland Road to Dalston Square is part of the Dalston Square development and is part of the plans for a new bus interchange at this location (refer to Figure 6.1 Public Realm Strategy). Figure 6.1 has been updated to show a strategic pedestrian link from Dalston Square to the shopping centre, through the Eastern Curve.
Asks how Chelsea Hackney Line is incorporated into the MP. Should consider consequences of the arrival of that transport facility. Should show what footprint will be needed & how it would affect the strategic links
Noted. Chapter 09 of the Phase 1 AAP Making the most of public transport, addresses Chelsea-Hackney Line (Crossrail 2). There is no current commitment to this project, however, the exact location and consequences of the inclusion of the CrossRail 2 (ChelseaHackney Line) station within Dalston town centre will be determined at a much later stage, following detailed feasibility studies. The current safeguarded area is demonstrated in Figure 9.1 Public Transport Strategy.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Judith & Gerard Ryan
Judith & Gerard Ryan
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D189.12
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Fig 6.3 should acknowledge changes in level of new overground station & its impact on permeability. Opposite drawings on Pg 53 are illegible. Asks what top drawing on Dalston Square is trying to illustrate? Linear park is intriguing - should be tested how it connects to the local streets & should show how shops to the west will be serviced
Noted. Unclear as to what level change is being referred to and how it could be shown in Figure 6.3 - no change to diagram. The drawings (on page 53) are indicative only and focus in on the individual open space for consultation purposes, the Phase 1 AAP has been amended to remove these illustrations. The Eastern Curve 'linear park' will be further refined at the detailed design stage.
D189.13
6.6 Principal New Public Spaces
Fig 6.4 ignores pedestrian bridge. Text should convince more that young people will move around street pattern in the way illustrated. Proposal seems tenuous & more like wishful thinking
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has been revised to further describe how young people will move around the town centre. Please see Chapter 08 'Getting around the town centre'.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Judith & Gerard Ryan
Judith & Gerard Ryan
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D189.14
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Fig 7.1 should show promised community centre in TfL scheme. If not, should indicate what connotation this has for the MP
Supported. Section 7.3 Supporting Community Facilities/Infrastructure outlines policies that all new development will be required to make provision for improved and additional community facilities and infrastructure to support population growth and that provision for a new health facility is supported in Site P (CLR James Library Site), although other appropriate locations will be supported. The Dalston Western Curve site is no longer the preferred location for a proposed health centre and is considered more appropriate for retail, employment and residential uses.
D189.15
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
Consultation process has been lacking. Presentation at town hall was very poor. Headlines presented back don’t address criticisms/questions raised
Noted.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Judith & Gerard Ryan
Judith & Gerard Ryan
Comment No.
D189.16
D189.17
Document Section
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
18 Delivery and Implementation
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Some opportunities have not been pursued such as open space in front of Reeves building. What other variations to the legibility diagram have been investigated? Can the public see some alternatives?
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP puts forward the suggestion that it may be possible to incorporate a new public open space on the eastern side of Kingsland High Street on the Western Curve site (D2), subject to further feasibility and design studies. This potential public space is identified in Figure 6.1: Public Realm Strategy.
Some more rigour needs to be brought to the diagrams & MP should include more empirical information informing the outcome.
Noted, the Phase 1 AAP has been amended to remove the 3D sketches in favour of diagrams which are illustrations of the best practice design principles advocated in the policies. It is uncertain what is meant by empirical information, however a Baseline Assessment of the town centre was undertaken and available alongside the Draft AAP for consultation. Appendix E to the Phase 1 AAP includes reference to the evidence base and supporting documents
Respondent ID
D190
Respondent Name
Open Dalston
Open Dalston
Comment No.
D190.01
D190.02
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
MP should take as its starting point what is valued here now and the ingredients that contribute to Dalston's character should be reflected in any changes to the built environment.
Agreed. The Masterplan recognises the positive elements of Dalston’s character, such as the strength of the cultural, creative and community sectors, and built heritage, and will take these forward through protection and support - see above, creation of community, cultural/creative and third sector quarters around Ashwin St/Dalston Lane, and Gillett Square, retention of buildings previously identified as those with possibility of redevelopment. New developments will be brought forward which will help to improve the services offered in the town centres, and improve under-utilised sites that bring forward benefits such as open space and more opportunities for work space, housing and leisure.
Development proposals should reflect and support the diversity of people who live and work in Dalston, through nurturing of small businesses, provision of affordable work-spaces, housing to suit a range of needs, support for community organisations & protection of meeting places, such as Ridley Road Market
Agreed. The Masterplan recognises the need to support the needs of the diverse population who live and work in and around Dalston. Within the ‘community cultural/creative and third sector quarters’ (see above), community, cultural/creative and third sectors will be supported and enhanced through protection of existing floor space and new floor space provision potentially through development schemes. Further protection and requirement for small and medium size enterprises (SMEs) will be facilitated through the Eastern Curve
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response Character Area designation as a ‘Priority Employment Area’ (PEA), and in the community, cultural/creative and third sector quarter. Furthermore, these sectors will be supported through the Implementation Plan, and local groups such as the Town Centre Partnership Forum. Affordable housing will be required through all relevant developments within the town centre. Existing meeting places, such as Ridley Road Market, will be protected and enhanced, and new meeting places, such as parts of the Eastern Curve will be created.
Open Dalston
D190.03
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
The growing role played by the "cultural and creative industries" in Dalston's distinctiveness and local economy is widely recognised and there is a desire for this role to be sustained by the MP proposals
Agreed. It is recognised that the community cultural/creative and third sectors make an important contribution to the town centre economy and services, this will be reflected in the Masterplan, (see comments above and below), through the creation of community cultural/creative and third sector quarters around Ashwin St/Dalston Lane, and Gillett Square, and support for these sectors in the Implementation Plan.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Open Dalston
Comment No.
D190.04
Document Section
5.4 New housing provision
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Concerns were raised that the Masterplan does not adequately explain or justify the very high housing targets Dalston is obliged to deliver, since it is already one of the most overcrowded parts of Hackney and London.
The Council's housing target for Dalston is set out in Table 7.1 of the Core Strategy (Proposed Submission Document, June 2009) within the context of housing growth requirements needed to attain GLA Housing Provision Targets. The Council’s ‘Growth Strategy’ for the Borough included in the Core Strategy, the Sustainable Communities Plan, and Regeneration Delivery Framework, identifies areas for increases in services and housing supported by improved infrastructure mainly in locations with existing or planning strong public transport accessibility. The housing figures in the Masterplan generally reflect those contained within the emerging Core Strategy. Dalston has and will have very strong accessibility, and thus a number of ‘opportunity sites’ within the Masterplan have been identified looking at maximising use, but with urban design and liveability considerations as two guiding principles for potential development on sites, supported by infrastructure and services. The approximate figure of 1700 residential units is a potential indicative figure over a longterm period of 15 years if each of the opportunity sites comes forward for development.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Open Dalston
Open Dalston
Comment No.
D190.05
D190.06
Document Section
4.4 building heights strategy
18 Delivery and Implementation
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
The introduction of new buildings that are considered to be too tall and out of scale in context of the surrounding streetscape, as a way of delivering the density targets, is widely considered to be detrimental to Dalston.
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
The MP does not indicate how the major redevelopment is to be phased. This has led to concerns about how the community will cope with the sudden influx of large numbers of new residents. Increased community services, new public spaces, and improvements to basic infrastructure are identified as crucial to creating a sustainable community.
The Phase 1 AAP include a phasing strategy within its ‘rolling’ Implementation Plan in Chapter 19 Phasing Strategy and Implementation Plan which will identifies the in short, medium and long terms when development on the ‘opportunity sites’ is likely to come forward, and services and infrastructure needed to support development. This Plan will be ‘rolling’ as it will be continually monitored and reviewed. This will be coordinated with the PCT, Learning Trust and other key organisations.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Open Dalston
Open Dalston
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D190.07
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
Concerned most important decisions have already been made & it may be too late for their views to help shape the future of Dalston
The Masterplan has been informed by community engagement in April-May 2008 in the early stages of production of the Masterplan to gather the public's views about Dalston town centre and what improvements are needed, and through an extensive 10-week formal consultation period in March, April and May 2009. All of the consultation feedback received to date has been thoroughly analysed and has been used to develop the Masterplan to its final draft stage. The community’s views have had a major impact on shaping the Masterplan and the results of the consultation will be made publicly available on Council’s website.
D190.08
2.4 Dalston Community Consultation
Council should identify the "key stakeholders", when meetings with them took place & make records of those meetings available to the public.
The consultation report will identifies the stakeholders consulted and when and how, what those responses were, and how those responses have been addressed in the final draft.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Open Dalston
Open Dalston
Comment No.
D190.09
D190.10
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
2.5 Opportunity Sites
Council should provide information on how advanced their development & marketing plans are for all "opportunity sites" owned by them & what commitments to third parties they have already made regarding individual sites
Development and marketing plans for most of the Council-owned sites indicated as ‘opportunity sites’ in the Masterplan have not been formulated as yet. Open Dalston have been informed of the Council’s strategy for conservation-led regeneration of Dalston Lane Terrace. Key stakeholders views and ideas will be sought in considering development proposals for key sites, such as a potential relocated Arcola Theatre site. Some information on development and marketing, is, will be commercially-sensitive and thus not available.
2.5 Opportunity Sites
All historic buildings identified as "opportunity sites" must be assessed for their historic value, working in conjunction with CAAC's, residents groups, the Georgian Group & the Victorian Society
Most historic buildings within ‘opportunity sites’ will be shown as ‘retained’ or ‘refurbished’ in the Masterplan. These buildings will be potentially subject to more design guidance in planning and design development briefs for these sites.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Open Dalston
Open Dalston
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D190.11
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Council should assess the Kingsland Conservation Area boundary to include the remaining historic buildings on the western curve site & Ashwin St
A new group of policies relating to heritage and conservation will be incorporated in the Masterplan. This additional section in the Masterplan will clearly identify which buildings will be retained and refurbished and how the conservation areas will be enhanced. Examination of the designation and boundary of the Conservation Area will be explored with the Council’s Conservation and Design Team..
D190.12
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
No. 2 Kingsland High St on the south-west corner of the High Street is viewed locally as a "gateway" into Dalston, is locally listed and has been identified by the Victorian Society as one of architectural significance because of its "faience" tiling
Agreed. The building will be indicated for retention in the Masterplan and its landmark / gateway status emphasised..
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Open Dalston
Open Dalston
Comment No.
D190.14
D190.15
Document Section
4.4 building heights strategy
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
All proposals for tall buildings in the Springfield House area (opportunity sites L,M,N,O & P) need to be considered in the context of this building's setting
All buildings in the context of Springfield House will be considered in relation to the context of this building's setting. Tall buildings are not proposed for sites L,M,N and P. The heights indicated for these sites are considered to relate to the existing context, subject to design considerations when development proposals come forward. The 15 storey building on Site O (26-28 Ramsgate St) already has planning permission and is being constructed.
Following key views should be protected & enhanced: (1) view from Kingsland Rd across western curve site to peace mural; (2) view from Ashwin St to Victorian terrace of shops on southwest of Kingsland Rd; (3) view through to Reeves building from public space at Dalston Square
The Masterplan identifies various key views to be protected. View (3) along Ashwin Street from the new public space in Dalston Square to the Reeves building has been included into the Masterplan. The retention of Views (1) and (2) will need to be determined at detailed design stage as are dependant on the location of any new public realm/open space and scale of proposed development.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Open Dalston
Open Dalston
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D190.16
07 Principle 4: Supporting Culture, Community and Creativity
A cultural focus for the Western Curve, would build on and extend the success of the public events at Gillett Square, and of the creative industries in Ashwin St
The Masterplan and Guidance recognise this, and will support and facilitate the creation of a mix of public space, community, cultural/creative and third sector floor space, and potential relocation of the Arcola Theatre within the Western Curve southern site.
D190.17
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
An architectural competition for a new "landmark building" for culture with a brief to ensure that it incorporated the remaining historic buildings on the [Western Curve] site, could be one way of creating a major visitor draw.
Design/architectural competition for a new cultural ‘landmark’ building supported as part of the Implementation Plan of the Masterplan.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Open Dalston
Comment No.
D190.18
Document Section
4.4 building heights strategy
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Not opposed to tall buildings but careful consideration of the local context and impact on the streetscape is of fundamental importance. There must be some public debate on subject of tall buildings, in which the Council provide explanation and justification for their strategy and rationales.
Agree the importance of considering the impact of tall buildings on local context, as per London Plan and emerging Core Strategy policies. Four sites with the potential for buildings (up to 12 storeys) have been identified, the Masterplan explains in more detail the rationale for these proposals, it is considered possible in-principle for such buildings to be located on these sites subject to design considerations without undermining the quality of the surrounding streetscape. One site (26-28 Ramsgate St) indicates a tall building (over 13 storeys) to reflect the fact that this already has planning permission for a building of 15 storeys. Much debate on this issue has taken place during both consultation processes, the rationale for proposals for medium-sized buildings has been made more robust in the Masterplan. There are statutory requirements for formal public consultation on planning applications for development.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Open Dalston
Open Dalston
Comment No.
D190.19
D190.20
Document Section
5.4 New housing provision
18 Delivery and Implementation
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
The numbers of housing units proposed for specific sites should be shown to enable adequate assessment of appropriateness of choice & to indicate where flexibility may be possible.
The appendices of the Masterplan will contain potential development capacities for ‘opportunity sites’, which will include an indication of the number of housing units possible on each site. Indications will also be given on the appropriateness of family housing on sites. All proposals for residential use will be subject to the Council’s affordable housing policy.
Council should make transparent what agreements have already been made for the use of public land & clarify how and when public can influence decisions on the use of public assets.
Agreements on the use of Council-owned sites indicated as ‘opportunity sites’ in the Masterplan have not been formulated. Open Dalston have been informed of the Council’s strategy for conservation-led regeneration of Dalston Lane Terrace (privately owned). Key stakeholders views and ideas will be sought in considering development proposals for key sites, such as a potential relocated Arcola Theatre site. Some information on agreements will be commercially-sensitive, and in these circumstances cannot be available publicly.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Open Dalston
Open Dalston
Comment No.
D190.21
D190.22
Document Section
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Council should show what impact the open space proposals would have on space deficiency in proportion to the proposed increase in density
Supported - The Phase 1 AAP proposes a range of public open spaces and play spaces, for recreation, leisure and relaxation in Chapter 06 - Enhancing the Public Realm. These include both 'green' and hard-landscaped areas. GLA guidance for play and informal recreation have been applied. The proposed quantum will exceed GLA minimum requirements (please see Technical Appendix on Council's Website).
Should undergo series of community planning activities soon to include residents, Council, TfL & shopping centre as starting point for development of the Eastern Curve
The Council will continue to engage as appropriate with key stakeholders as part of the Masterplan/AAP process, see 11 of Masterplan responses above. Also, as above, the Implementation Plan outlines the possibility for a planning and design guidance document for the Eastern Curve and adjacent sites, which would subject to community consultation.. A design competition involving key stakeholders for a ‘cultural landmark’ building on Ashwin St will be identified in the Implementation Plan.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Open Dalston
D190.23
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Should create a new green public space on western curve site
Noted – please see above in relation to Masterplan and Guidance.
D190.24
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Should fully explore concept of "shared space" in conjunction with local groups of older/vulnerable residents & presented to wider community for consideration
Further consultation with key stakeholders as appropriate will be undertaken on each of the spaces identified as further detailed design are worked up for pedestrianorientated improvements.
Open Dalston
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Open Dalston
Open Dalston
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D190.25
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Should provide up to date information on customer behaviour & long term trends in retail needs
Noted. This information may be provided as part of the evidence base for the Core Strategy. Some information is available in the Atkins Study which is available on the Council's website.
Should undergo community planning exercise including residents, organisations, Ridley Rd traders, TfL around future development plans for Kingsland Shopping Centre
Noted. The Implementation Plan in Chapter 19 Phasing Strategy and Implementation identifies the development of an appropriate design brief for the shopping centre as a short term project. This detailed design brief will investigate more detailed design solutions for the Shopping Centre. The formulation of this brief will involve community and stakeholder consultation.
D190.26
13 Character Area 03: Kingsland Shopping Centre
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Open Dalston
Open Dalston
Comment No.
D190.27
D190.28
Document Section
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
05 Principle 2: Promoting a mix of wellintegrates uses
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Consultation on Ridley Rd improvements should include all traders, local residents & shoppers in advance of any detailed design decisions being made
The Phase 1 AAP establishes that Ridley Road Market will be improved, and sets out a strategic framework for improvements to happen. Separately, a Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme is being now being undertaken by the Council, which has been subject to consultation with these identified groups.
Investigate/consider national & London policies on support for small/independent businesses as basis for development of council policies for supporting small businesses
Core Strategy and Masterplan policies for supporting small scale retail, commercial and third sector businesses derive from national (PPS6) and regional (London Plan) spatial planning support for small businesses. The Masterplan identifies the need for small footprint retail uses in development schemes, and the creation of small business units particularly within the Priority Employment Area, and the ‘creative and community’ quarter.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Open Dalston
Comment No.
D190.29
Document Section
18 Delivery and Implementation
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Phasing, delivery and implementation: All agreements made for use of public land, owned or leased by Council & TfL should be made available. Dalston Town Centre Forum & all future steering groups for major developments in Dalston should include representatives from community organisations as key stakeholders from the outset
Agreements on the use of Council-owned sites indicated as ‘opportunity sites’ in the Masterplan have not been formulated. Open Dalston have been informed of the Council’s strategy for conservation-led regeneration of Dalston Lane Terrace. Key stakeholders views and ideas will be sought in considering development proposals for key sites, such as a potential relocated Arcola Theatre site. Some information on agreements will be commercially-sensitive, and in these situations, cannot be made available publicly. Community organisations will be subject to invite by the Town Centre Partnership Forum. An appropriate level of public participation and stakeholder engagement will take place in assessing development matters relating to the Masterplan, the best vehicle for this is being considered but will be in place in early 2010. It is intended that this vehicle will be set up consisting of Council officers, other public sector and private sector groups, third sector groups and community organisations, to help implement the proposals in the Masterplan.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Open Dalston
Open Dalston
Comment No.
D190.30
D190.31
Document Section
15 Character Area 05: Eastern Curve
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Development of the Eastern Curve: "Interactive community planning" activities ... should be developed as a norm for future early-stage public involvement in planning decisions... Information developed during an initial feasibility study around technical infrastructure/engineering constraints for the Eastern Curve should help inform consultation & should be developed further following it...
The Council will continue to engage as appropriate with key stakeholders as part of the Masterplan process. The Implementation Plan outlines the possibility of the need for a planning and design guidance document for the Eastern Curve and adjacent sites, which would be subject of early community consultation. A design competition involving key stakeholders for a ‘cultural landmark’ building on Ashwin St will be identified in the Implementation Plan. A technical feasibility study for the E.Curve, also identified in the Implementation Plan, will be available and will guide proposals for the Curve.
Dalston Public Realm & Programming Action Plan: Public consultation on Dalston Public Realm & Programming Action Plan should take place asap.
The LDA are leading on this project and have undertaken previous consultation on the draft proposals . It is understood that further consultation will be undertaken as the overall project process moves forward. Essentially this project is a series of deliverable projects to improve key locations of public realm in Dalston, these do not comprise a planning document.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Open Dalston
D215
Carlton Henry
Comment No.
D190.32
D215.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
16 Character Area 06: Dalston Lane
Action Plan for Dalston Lane Terrace: Conservation-led approach to refurbishment is welcomed. Should make provision for retention of existing shops & encourage small/independent business back into remaining shops. Guidance should be accompanied by milestones action plan
Noted. Policy DTC CA 06 'Dalston Lane Character Area Site Specific Policies Site O' provides the strategic framework for retention of the terraces in the context of the town centre. Overall, a conservation-led approach will be taken to provide retail, restaurants, community and commercial uses at the ground floor with residential above. Design guidance is being developed on a more specific level to the Dalston Lane Terrace project where retention of existing shops and encouraging small independent business will be considered. The Terrace is in private ownership and a milestone action plan will be developed once a route has been agreed on implementing this project.
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Objection to proposal for 8 storey building adjacent to Church as it will block out natural light to Church & risk of complaints from residents about noise of worshippers.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP does not propose an 8-storey building adjacent to the Church. The exact architectural design and style of these buildings will be determined at a later stage and will seek to minimise overshadowing of the Church.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
D215.02
D216
Government Office for London (GOL)
D216.01
Document Section
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Western curve site should be used as a bookshop with café & internet service
Noted. The Phase AAP proposes that the Western Curve Site is retained as a mixeduse site, with predominantly retail, employment and residential on the northern part of the Western Curve Site (west of Kingsland High Street) and mixed use, including retail, residential and possibly some community/cultural uses on the southern site (west of Kingsland High Street) in Chapter 11 Character Area 01 Kingsland High Street. Specific uses, such as a cafe with internet access (Wi-fi) will be determined at a later stage during the formal site planning process.
Documents make good use of diagrams, photographs and plans and are well laid out, include a clear analysis of the context and issues that the plans will deal with, and adopt an approach that provides a good spatial analysis of each area. This could be strengthened when they are taken forward to the formal stages of AAP preparation by making stronger linkages with the Sustainable Community Strategy, Core Strategy, and the plans and programmes of key agencies who will be responsible for implementing the proposals.
Noted. The Phase 2 AAP following on from this document will further strengthen the links between the Sustainable Community Strategy, the Core Strategy, and plans and programmes of other key agencies.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Government Office for London (GOL)
Government Office for London (GOL)
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D216.02
Note documents titled Area Action Plans with sub-headings indicating they are 'development plan documents for public participation'. Accept this is in line with LBH LDS, but previously expressed concern about this approach in the LDS review earlier in the year re LBH did not set out key milestones for plan preparation as advised by PPS12. Not sure if this consultation is part of Reg 25 process as not mentioned - in preparing DPDs important public understand the process. Adopted version of LDS sent to GOL on 8th May slightly amended the wording attached to the milestones, but still no mention of Issues and Options or Reg 25.
Noted. Part A Introduction and Context has been revised to ensure this process is more clearly communicated
D216.03
Fig 1.1 and paras 1.3-1.4 - seems that current stage of consultation is not the formal Issues and Options (Reg 25) stage but another, separate process being used to inform the Core Strategy and the formal (Phase 2) AAP stage. Fig 1.1 implies options only offered at stage 2, and Section 2 lists original but apparently discarded options, so current consultation appears to be on a single option. Para 19.1 (Moving Forward) states next steps are to consult the community and key stakeholders on the content of the Masterplan - is that a further round of consultation or an explanation of the current consultation exercise? Confusion over status may be compounded by paras 1.3 and 1.4 which set out a complicated set of stages, none of which appears to be an Issues and Options
Noted. Part A of the Phase 1 AAP has been amended to ensure greater clarity is communicated over the process the AAP is following and has followed to date
Chapter 01 Introduction and Background, Chapter 19 Moving Forward
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments stage where alternative approaches can be assessed by consultees rather than listed as discarded. Acknowledge alternative approaches or sites are implicit in some topic-based sections, but not obvious whether consultees are invited to choose between them. Documents have appearance of fairly final draft plans, though don't have policies normally associated with AAPs, using various other terms such as 'policy and design principles'. Para 1.4 - "document will be used as part of the development control process and inform investment decisions" - if that's the case should clearly go through the proper regulatory stages. At present, not clear how plan would meet tests of soundness in PPS12, unless once adopted will provide background evidence that informs later Reg 25 docs. Danger that consultees may then not understand why Council is again asking for views on what was presumed to be an adopted document.
Officer Response
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Government Office for London (GOL)
D216.04
Government Office for London (GOL)
D216.05
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Chapter 10Delivery and Implementation
Section quite brief. Although there are sections on funding and delivery constraints, handling private sites, etc, the doc doesn't set out the potential delivery partners for each plan policy objective, indicators against which implementation will be gauged, certainty of funding or contingency arrangements if funding or projects are delayed. These issues need to be resolved when plan reaches a more advanced, formal stage.
Noted. The revised Chapter 19 on Delivery and Implementation now makes reference to potential delivery partners, indicators against which implementation will be gauged, and certainty of funding and contingency arrangements.
No indication of plan period, other than oblique references to 2021. Plan period need to be made at later stages of preparation
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has been amended to include the Plan period in Section 1.1
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Government Office for London (GOL)
Government Office for London (GOL)
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D216.06
Noted that intention is to progress proposals as AAPs after the Core Strategy, which is supported as a way of ensuring conformity and consistency between proposals and CS. CS should set scale and broad mix of development for plan area. In adopting this approach need to ensure that the strategy for the area conforms with CS as finalised, allow for need to refresh evidence base for AAP as necessary, take account of changes to national planning policy and London Plan, depending on timing of preparation of AAP.
Noted. Part A Introduction and Context has been revised to ensure this process is more clearly communicated
D216.07
Clear that a considerable amount of evidencegathering and analysis has been carried out and have no specific concerns about the overall vision, which reflects current status as a major centre, plus the stimulus to growth that will derive from the new East London Line interchange.
Noted.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Government Office for London (GOL)
D216.08
10 Maximising Energy Efficiency
Government Office for London (GOL)
D216.09
-
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Contains a section on energy reduction and efficiency, do not appear to be directly related to the AAP area and general policies of this nature would be better located in borough-wide DPDs.
Noted Chapter 10 'Maximising Energy Efficiency' of Phase 1 AAP has been amended to ensure it is more specific to Dalston.
In developing as an AAP, should ensure that there is a clear link between the policies and objectives.
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has been revised to clearly illustrates the link between the objectives and the policies.
Respondent ID
D217
Respondent Name
Carmelle Bell for Thames Water
Carmelle Bell for Thames Water
Comment No.
D217.01
D217.02
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
In the AAP area it is essential that any necessary upgrades to water & sewerage infrastructure are provided prior to the occupation of new development if problems such as low/no water pressure & sewer flooding are to be avoided
Noted. Detailed infrastructural needs are not a consideration of the AAP as these will be addressed at a later stage.
Core Strategy is most suitable document in which to provide specific water & sewerage infrastructure policy which should then be referred to within the AAP. Suggested a section to add to the AAP to ensure the provision of adequate water & sewerage infrastructure to service development in order to avoid unacceptable environmental impacts
Suggested section: 'Water and Waste Water Infrastructure: Developers will be required to demonstrate that there is adequate water supply, waste water capacity & surface water drainage both on & off the site to serve the development & that it would not lead to problems for existing or new users. In some circumstances it may be necessary to developers to fund studies to ascertain whether the proposed development will lead to overloading of existing waste water infrastructure. Drainage on the site must maintain separation for foul & surface flows. For further information on sewerage/sewage treatment please contact Thames Water Utilities, Kew Business Centre on 08458502777, www.developerservices.co.uk, email:
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
[email protected]. For Thames Water to provide these essential services most effectively, it is vital that developers & local authorities consult Thames Water at the earliest possible stage in any development proposal
D218
Anna Scott for Environment Agency
D218.01
06 Enhancing the Public Realm and 10 Maximising Energy Efficiency
When designing new public open space, the AAP should encourage a design that is creative and takes into account the impact of climate change.
Noted. Enhancing the Public Realm section of the AAP has been amended to highlight that Surface water levels and flood risk should be considered as part of any development proposals, including public realm improvements (and to refer to Preliminary Flood Risk Assessment and emerging Surface Water Management Plan). Similarly, the AAP highlights that biodiversity should be protected and enhanced (and to refer to Core Strategy Policy 27 and emerging Local Biodiversity Action Plan).
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Scott for Environment Agency
Anna Scott for Environment Agency
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D218.02
06 Enhancing the Public Realm
The space could have multiple uses and achieve several aims not only to provide new open space but also to enhance local biodiversity through appropriate planting, attenuate surface water and improve water quality. This could be achieved by accessible green roofs, brown roofs to replace the loss of brownfield land and provide habitat for Black Redstart for example, permeable paving which comes in different colours and can be incorporated into play spaces, swales, rainwater gardens and attenuation ponds.
Noted. As above.
D218.03
10 Maximising Energy Efficiency
There is a strong focus on energy throughout the document; however, the document needs to explore the impacts of climate change more widely in particular surface water flooding and water use should be explored.
Noted. As above.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Anna Scott for Environment Agency
D218.04
Part C Shaping Local Character
Add in environmental policies.
Noted. As above.
D218.05
Appendix A Relevant London Plan Objectives
Some London Plan Policies are missing from the List (relating to sustainable surface water management and water efficiency) and should be added.
Noted. An full assessment of the London Plan (July 2011) Policies has been completed and will be demonstrated during Regulation 29.
Anna Scott for Environment Agency
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Scott for Environment Agency
Anna Scott for Environment Agency
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
D218.06
Code for Sustainable Homes Requirements
Many of the elements that we encourage on the development marry up with those required as part of the Code for Sustainable Homes assessment and London Plan Policies and should be reflected in the plan.
Noted. Code for Sustainable Home is addressed in Chapter 10 Maximising energy Efficiency. AAP is in conformity with London Plan and London Plan policy is not repeated in accordance with government guidance.
Some elements need to be addressed, such as opportunities to enhance biodiversity, inclusion of sustainable design and the use of SUDS, water consumption and remediation of ground contamination.
Noted. Enhancing the Public Realm section of the AAP has been amended to highlight that Surface water levels and flood risk should be considered as part of any development proposals, including public realm improvements (and to refer to Preliminary Flood Risk Assessment and emerging Surface Water Management Plan). Similarly, the AAP highlights that biodiversity should be protected and enhanced (and to refer to Core Strategy Policy 27 and emerging Local Biodiversity Action Plan).
D218.06
Sustainability Appraisal
Respondent ID
DWC023
Respondent Name
Jill Low
Jill Low
Comment No.
DWC023.01
DWC023.02
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Opposes demolition of historic/character buildings, in particular the art deco building (2 Kingsland High St) which is a unique landmark building should be retained. Also the former bank opposite and the former crown and castle pub on the south-eastern corner form a recognisable gateway. Enhance the setting of the Reeves and Son Building
Noted and supported - the AAP has removed the reference to the demolition of 2 Kingsland High Street and the revised AAP supports retention of this building. The AAP does not suggest in the consultation version or the submission document that the former bank and the former Crown and Castle pub will be demolished. The AAP supports the enhancement of the setting around the Reeves and Sons building.
Character of Kingsland Rd inc. its roof line and articulation should be respected and no taller buildings erected.
Noted. The AAP seeks to build on the existing character throughout the town centre, including on Kingsland High Street. The AAP proposes that all new development is designed carefully to be considerate of and appropriate for its context. Development pressure for tall buildings in Dalston is and will be apparent and therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the AAP has a building height strategy which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base. The Hackney Tall Building Study identifies Tall Buildings as being 10 storeys and above and locations for tall buildings are considered very carefully in terms of environmental impacts (overshadowing), accessibility to public transport, impact on
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response townscape/conservation areas and a key town centre location. According to the Hackney Tall Buildings Strategy definition, the only tall buildings on Kingsland High Street is toward the rear of Opportunity Site C.
Jill Low
DWC023.03
The retail-led assumptions are questionable with Tesco development at Hackney Central and the big Westfield at Stratford City. An emphasis on small, independent business is required
Noted. The Council will examine opportunities to work with developers to provide small and affordable retail space, especially for independent retailers, at the implementation stage.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jill Low
Jill Low
Comment No.
DWC023.04
DWC023.05
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
More public open space required. Area 3 should remain open with cafes, small shops to improve pedestrian movement and the environment. Likes the view to Peace mural, railway tavern and entrance to eastern curve. Space to south of the chapel behind Dalston Lane should be a small square with cafes. Should be pedestrians and would provide an additional link to Dalston Sq and Kingsland High St. and on to Kingsland station, Gillett Sq., Ridley Road. Would also ease pedestrian congestion at the crossroads. Overall loss of retail units would be insignificant
Noted. The AAP proposes a range of public open spaces for recreation, leisure, and relaxation. These include both green and hard-landscaped areas. Views to the Peace Mural will be preserved and enhanced (as illustrated in Figure 4.2: Townscape and Heritage).
Building heights should not take their cue from Dalston Sq but from the Victorian environment in and behind Dalston Lane and in Kingsland High St. Families should not be housed in height and should be given access to immediate private open space at ground level.
Noted - Planning Policy requires that development proposals achieve maximum intensity of use compatible with local context, design principles and public transport capacity. Therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of tall buildings is required, thus the Phase 1 AAP has a building height strategy (section 4.5) which uses the Council's Tall Buildings Study as part of it's evidence base to locate tall buildings appropriately in relationship to townscape, public transport availability and capacity and engineering constraints and ground conditions. Requirements for family housing are outlined in section 5.3 New Housing Provision.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jill Low
Jill Low
Comment No.
DWC023.06
DWC023.07
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
High quality accommodation (Parker-Morris+) is to be welcomed
Noted and generally supported. The AAP supports high quality residential accommodation throughout the town centre, though detailed design and space standards (including Parker-Morris standards) will be evaluated and determined at the later, detailed design stage.
McDonald's building could be redeveloped as a landmark building
Noted. The current AAP identifies the McDonald's building (36-42 Kingsland High Street) as an opportunity site and identifies the potential for the development to have key corner features.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jill Low
Jill Low
Comment No.
DWC023.08
DWC023.09
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
The provision of health facilities is very important with the huge increase in number of households in the Dalston area. Other social and public amenities are also necessary
Noted and supported - the AAP recognises the need for an increase in the provision of community services, including health facilities as the population increases. Section 5.7 of the AAP discusses the specific nature and location of community facilities.
Welcomes car-free environment but not on Kingsland High Street. Shared space is dangerous for the elderly, disabled, small children and other vulnerable groups. Specific areas for pedestrians and cyclists should be kept separate and clearly defined.
Noted. The AAP does not propose that Kingsland High Street is made car-free at any point. The AAP proposes that the space in front of Dalston Kingsland Station and opposite the shopping centre and Ridley Road Market is redeveloped as a 'square' using one distinct paving material and at one level to unite the two sides of the street. The new crossing at this square will be clearly defined and light-controlled, however, and pedestrians will be separate from vehicles and cyclists.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Jill Low
DWC053
Nicola Chittenden
Comment No.
Document Section
DWC023.10
DWC053.01
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Concerned about new bus services. Dalston already has adequate bus services to variety of destinations. Present routes should not be terminated at the junction. The ELLX only replicates bus services for a bout a mile on Kingsland Rd and passengers (especially those with heavy shopping, children or disabilities) will not wish to change their form of transport for this distance
Noted. The AAP does not propose any changes to bus routes and changes to TfL routes are not within the scope of the AAP.
Don't move the station further north - detrimental to a disabled person as it will be further away from the shops. Currently is an essential transport link for disabled persons to travel on the train and have easy access to the shops. Remodelling is a good plan
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP has not at any point considered moving the Station north. There was a consideration to move it to the eastern side of Kingsland High Street, but this is no longer being proposed and the Phase 1 AAP thus proposes that Dalston Kingsland Station stays in its current location and the entrance hall will be refurbished.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Nicola Chittenden
Nicola Chittenden
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
DWC053.02
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
Present development in Dalston Cross a missed opportunity. The shops are small and only there short term - need shops like gap, marks and Spencer and larger fashion shops, not more pound shops.
Noted, however outside the scope of the Phase 1 AAP. The Phase 1 AAP does not define which types of retail units will occupy the area but instead includes policies which advocate a range of floorspace sizes to accommodate a range of retailers.
Don't allow cycle access on pedestrian walkways as they are dangerous to disabled people
Noted. Various improvements to the Pedestrian and Cyclist movement strategy are identified in Policy DTC 17 - Strategic Improvements to the Pedestrian and Cycle Network. In some instances a shared pedestrian and cyclist surface will not result in conflict between cyclists and pedestrians.
DWC053.03
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Nicola Chittenden
DWC057
Alex Blum
Comment No.
DWC053.04
DWC057.01
Document Section
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Support preserving Ridley Road Market and improving the shops but no more pound shops
Noted. The Phase 1 AAP Retail Strategy (section 5.4) encourages a balanced mix of national high street multiples alongside specialist, independent retailers and other service providers. Improvements to Ridley Road Market are encouraged through the Phase 1 AAP (Chapter 13 Character Area 03: Ridley Road Market) and through the separate Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme.
Consider Ashwin/Abbott Sts as a character area to help maintain diversity and vibrancy of the wider area.
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed as part of the Dalston AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Alex Blum
Alex Blum
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
DWC057.02
Concerned vibrant, lively, diverse community inc. residents, visitors, range of local businesses and varied age and style of architecture will not be nurtured/enhanced. Danger during regeneration one group of residents, type of business or style of architecture becomes too large - killing the diversity which is the lifeblood of the area. Should avoid this by restoring/maintaining existing older architecture & not creating overabundance of new build, ensuring facilities for current population are retained, encouraging variety of independently run business/organisations at a range of economic levels & ensuring neither a single type of use or economic level dominates any section of the area.
Supported in part - Nos. 2 - 4 Kingsland High Street is a locally listed building to be retained. Most remaining sites on the Dalston Western Curve have already been demolished to allow for the extension of the East London Line. Any new development will be subject to the Guidance to ensure a high quality building design and public realm is maintained in Dalston Western Curve.
DWC057.03
Describes character of Ashwin/Abbott Streets. Buildings in site J of the masterplan, the buildings south of Shiloh Church (opp. Site E) should be restored/maintained.
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Planning and Design Guidance and will be addressed as part of the AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Alex Blum
DWC071
Ray Blackburn
Comment No.
Document Section
DWC057.04
DWC071.01
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Gillett Square is not welcoming, sterile and has no character of its own. Seating feels exposed and unwelcoming. Further independently owned restaurants and bars might help but only if the square acquires character & desirability as a place to go, otherwise not enough footfall to sustain them. Italian restaurant Il Bacio has already tried unsuccessfully to operate in the Square.
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Planning and Design Guidance and will be addressed as part of the AAP.
To preserve local character include controls and protections for the existing built environment. Includes not just listed buildings and landmark sites but also humbler streets & buildings that are overlooked & then eaten away or dominated by new schemes.
Noted. - Nos. 2 - 4 Kingsland High Street is a locally listed building to be retained. Most remaining sites on the Dalston Western Curve have already been demolished to allow for the extension of the East London Line. Any new development will be subject to the Guidance to ensure a high quality building design and public realm is maintained in Dalston Western Curve. Furthermore, the Guidance does not encourage the demolition of any buildings. The existing built environment outside of the Dalston Western Curve sites will be addressed in the Dalston AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ray Blackburn
Ray Blackburn
Comment No.
DWC071.02
DWC071.03
Document Section
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Height of new buildings on Western Curve should be limited to height of existing Victorian framework, 4 storeys. 6, 8,10 stories is a bad idea - it would raise the overall height of the town, limit natural light and overshadow interesting existing buildings of character
Not supported - The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
Preserve landmarks on corners of Dalston Junction. Don’t be tempted to allow their demolition and replaced by new landmark or gateway developments
Supported in part - The Guidance recognises the locally listed building at Nos. 2-4 Kingsland High Street. The Guidance does not propose any further demolition of any buildings. The other corners on the junction of Kingsland High Street and Dalston Lane are not within the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed in the Dalston AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ray Blackburn
Ray Blackburn
Comment No.
DWC071.04
DWC071.05
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Could leave the east side of the high street as open space with a good view of Reeves & Sons building and through to peace mural. Leave the remaining buildings - they are part of the character of the area
Supported in part - the Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to feasibility and appropriate design. Furthermore, the Guidance does not propose any further demolition.
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Just outside area on Ashwin St there is a row of Victorian houses covered in scaffolding. This should be preserved and re-used. New buildings on the Western Curve should take their cue for height, mass and rhythm from these buildings and similar ones around them. Not to slavishly copy but at least to 'have a conversation with' the existing environment on equal terms
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Planning and Design Guidance and will be addressed as part of the Dalston AAP.
Respondent ID
DWC083
Respondent Name
Oliver Williams
Oliver Williams
Comment No.
DWC083.01
DWC083.02
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Should change Section 3.49 - max height of all buildings should be 4 storeys to fit in with existing frontage heights on the high st & adjacent streets. Therefore for Opportunity Sites D&E max height should be reduced to 4 storeys.
Not supported - The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
Preference for Site E should be retention & restoration rather than demolition - same for the other buildings at 3-7 Dalston Lane.
Not supported - No. 3 Dalston Lane and Nos. 1 - 7 Ashwin Street have already been demolished as part of the East London Line Railway Extension. The Planning and Design Guidance does not propose any further demolition of buildings on the subject sites.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Oliver Williams
Oliver Williams
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
DWC083.03
Ashwin Street should become a permanently pedestrianised route between Dalston Square & Kingsland High Road, Ridley Rd Market etc. Containing this & the proposed Eastern Curve park, the Dalston area would then encourage walking/cycling
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed as part of the AAP.
DWC083.04
Regarding sites 1,2,3 & 4 in Figure 2 - rather than rebuild/build here favours provision of park/public square on corner of high st & Ashwin/Abbott St, covering the sites of the former 20-34 Kingsland High St. Would add a breathing space
Supported in part - the Guidance has been amended so that public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to feasibility and appropriate design.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Oliver Williams
DWC143
Pat Wooding
Comment No.
DWC083.05
DWC143.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Supports in principle plans to incorporate Arcola Theatre in the area adjoining Ashwin St close to Dalston lane
Noted - the Guidance has been amended so theatre uses (sui generis) can be considered on the southern site subject to design. Location of future theatre not confirmed.
In favour of as much open space as possible
Supported in part - the Guidance has been amended so that public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate design.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Pat Wooding
Pat Wooding
Comment No.
DWC143.02
DWC143.03
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Keep as many characterful existing buildings as possible - keep the Reeves building
Noted - Most sites on the Dalston Western Curve have already been demolished to allow for the extension of the East London Line. The Guidance seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston. The Reeves building is outside the scope of the Guidance and will addressed as part of the Dalston AAP.
Little or no high-rise
Supported - The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Pat Wooding
DWC143.04
Pat Wooding
DWC143.05
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
In favour of a landmark building
Noted.
Develop Ashwin St West in conjunction with/in sympathy with Ashwin St East as it is
Supported - Section 3.52 of the Guidance ensures that character and appearance of new development be of the highest quality and be based on rigorous analysis of the prevailing character, notable architectural and urban design examples - their elevation articulation, choice of materials and other architectural features, patterns of local life and types of uses.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Pat Wooding
DWC143.06
Pat Wooding
DWC143.07
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Yes to pedestrianisation of the area from Dalston Junction to Kingsland High St
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed as part of the AAP.
In favour of a home for the Arcola Theatre
Noted - the Guidance has been amended so theatre use (sui generis) can be considered on the southern site subject to design.
Respondent ID
DWC144
Respondent Name
Calum Storrie
Calum Storrie
Comment No.
DWC144.01
DWC144.02
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Make the most of the space opened up between Dalston Lane/Kingsland High St - an alternative pedestrian friendly route would be an improvement
Supported in part - the Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate design and feasibility. Furthermore, the Guidance does not propose any further demolition. The feedback that relates to an alternative pedestrian friendly route is outside of the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed as part of the Dalston AAP.
No more demolition than absolutely necessary
Supported in part - Nos. 2 - 4 Kingsland High Street is a locally listed building to be retained. Most remaining sites on the Dalston Western Curve have already been demolished to allow for the extension of the East London Line. The Guidance does not propose any further demolition.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Calum Storrie
DWC145
Peter Powis
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
DWC144.03
Western Curve creates opportunity to improve environment of local community - needs to be handled in an incremental way
Supported in part - Development on the Western Curve sites does create the opportunity to improve the environment for the local community. The phasing of development will be determined by the development partnership that TFL ventures into.
DWC145.01
Eastern/Western Curves are inspired proposals as long as character of amenities e.g.: Ridley Rd are not compromised or sanitised
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed as part of the Dalston AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Peter Powis
Peter Powis
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
DWC145.02
Connecting stations with a greenway would create new vistas/interesting different interactions within area
Supported in part - the Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate design. Further proposals for linking the stations is outside the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed in the Dalston AAP.
DWC145.03
Highest quality materials, maintenance & cleaning will be ongoing necessities to make this successful
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Design Guidance and will be addressed as part of the Dalston AAP.
Respondent ID
DWC146
Respondent Name
Anna Sherwin
Anna Sherwin
Comment No.
DWC146.01
DWC146.02
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Where shops have been demolished - keep area as open space with trees/benches & small play area for young children. No redevelopment on top of the western curve
Supported in part - the Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate detailed design.
Keep/restore buildings on Ashwin St. Use for studios, small local businesses or convert into flats but keep character & history
Noted - Nos. 1 - 7 Ashwin Street within the Dalston Western Curve area has already been demolished as part of the east London Line Extension. The buildings on the eastern and northern side of Ashwin Street are outside of the scope of the Guidance and will be addressed in the Dalston AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Anna Sherwin
DWC146.03
No new tower blocks, they block light & spoil area's character. Don’t build over 4 storeys
Supported - The Guidance does not allow tower blocks. The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
Anna Sherwin
DWC146.04
Prioritise social housing for people who already live in the area
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Planning and Design Guidance.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Sherwin
Anna Sherwin
Comment No.
DWC146.05
DWC146.06
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
All new housing should take account of carbon emissions & wherever possible use renewable energy sources/max. insulation
Supported - The Guidance has been amended to give more specific guidance to achieve current energy savings and carbon reducing measures outlined in the London Plan for any new development. This specific guidance and targets is outlined in Section 3.69 – 3.74 of the Guidance.
Keep Rio cinema. Don’t move the Arcola, has its own character where it is
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Planning and Design Guidance. The Guidance does not propose to demolish the Rio Cinema. The Guidance does not propose to re-locate the Arcola Theatre.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Anna Sherwin
DWC147
Hannah Williams
Parry-
Comment No.
DWC146.07
DWC147.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Asks why we need a new shopping centre? Chain stores will undermine local business/make Dalston like everywhere else - support local business & local people
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Planning and Design Guidance and will be addressed as part of the Dalston AAP.
More open spaces please
Supported in part - the Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate design.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Hannah Williams
Hannah Williams
Parry-
Parry-
Comment No.
DWC147.02
DWC147.03
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Less high rise
Supported - The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
Flats with more rooms so they can accommodate the families already living in the area
Supported – Section 3.32 – 3.38 of the Guidance requires that any intensification of residential units must include a mix of dwellings including the provision of family housing units and associated amenity requirements. Furthermore the Guidance states that a third of dwellings should provide family accommodation of three or more bedrooms.
Respondent ID
DWC148
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Jeffrey Portman
DWC148.01
Don’t make buildings too high - keep in same height as others
Supported in part - The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
Jeffrey Portman
DWC148.02
Don’t open Dalston up to generic outlets e.g.; starbucks, gap. Dalston has to keep its own character, social spirit
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Guidance.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
DWC149
Ann Jameson
DWC150
Ann Hunte
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
DWC149.01
Changes are exciting to see older buildings revealed like Ashwin St now to be seen from Kingsland High St
Noted.
DWC150.01
Keep open area as open space to reveal the Reeves building. Open space should be green, some trees & flowers & seats for shoppers
Supported in part - the Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate design.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Ann Hunte
Ann Hunte
Comment No.
DWC150.02
DWC150.03
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Ashwin St is an interesting lane & should be retained, especially 10-16 Ashwin St which could be flats or workshops. Any building next to it should be of same height & designed to fit with existing buildings
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed as part of the Dalston AAP.
No buildings above 4 storeys
Supported in part - The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Ann Hunte
DWC150.04
Ann Hunte
DWC150.05
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
New building on eastern curve should be mix of small enterprises with flats above (similar height to existing buildings)
Supported - The guidance encourages a mix of uses on the western curve sites.
Retain small workshop business electricians/car painters/commuter specialists. People in flats need those services & Hackney needs jobs
Supported – Section 3.29 of the Guidance states that the subject sites are located within the core of Dalston’s town centre. The Council requires that new developments improve retail provision and appearance of the High Street while retaining the character of the area. New developments should provide a continuous shopping experience with small retail units (compatible with existing high street shop typology) with active frontages located at ground floor level fronting Kingsland High Street and Dalston Lane. Shop frontages should be well designed to enhance the high street appearance.
Respondent ID
DWC151
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Ann Hunte
DWC150.06
Helen Gordon
DWC151.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Retain small-scale shops - they provide goods not obtainable in chain stores & enable migrant communities to become established
Supported – as above.
Concerned about proposed high-rise developments in western curve & high density development
Noted - The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Helen Gordon
DWC152
Catherine McShane
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
DWC151.02
Should ensure plenty of open spaces are included in the plans for public use
Supported in part - the Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate design.
DWC152.01
Space now being used for walkway - should keep it pedestrianised
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed as part of the Dalston AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Catherine McShane
Catherine McShane
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
DWC152.02
Keep buildings personal & at a low level like what is there already
Supported - The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
DWC152.03
It is a creative space - should invite creative business & non-chain shops to be there
Supported - The Guidance has been amended to allow consideration of cultural, creative and third sector uses on the southern site.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Catherine McShane
Catherine McShane
Comment No.
DWC152.04
DWC152.05
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Concerned about inviting big chain shops to Dalston. Asks if there is any need?
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed as part of the Dalston AAP.
Proposal is indicative of the whole way Dalston is going - ignoring what makes it dynamic with generic developments
Not supported - Section 3.52 of the Guidance ensures that character and appearance of new development be of the highest quality and be based on rigorous analysis of the prevailing character, notable architectural and urban design examples their elevation articulation, choice of materials and other architectural features, patterns of local life and types of uses.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
DWC153
Kerstin Glasow
DWC153.01
Kerstin Glasow
DWC153.02
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Don’t demolish any further historic buildings
Supported in part - The Guidance does not propose any further buildings be demolished.
Don’t build anymore awful buildings e.g.: the one at end of Tyssen Street and Dalston Square
Not supported - Section 3.52 of the Guidance ensures that character and appearance of new development be of the highest quality and be based on rigorous analysis of the prevailing character, notable architectural and urban design examples their elevation articulation, choice of materials and other architectural features, patterns of local life and types of uses. The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
Kerstin Glasow
DWC153.03
Would like real parks in Dalston, not just three trees on a concrete piazza
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed as part of the AAP. Furthermore, the Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate design.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Kerstin Glasow
DWC154
A Finlay
Comment No.
DWC153.04
DWC154.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
No new buildings that are higher than the historic ones
Supported - The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
Western Curve proposal continues to demolish existing period/historical properties with little regard for the character of the neighbourhood or any aspiration to return a sense of history. Retain as many existing period properties as possible any proposals for housing/shops should consider these existing properties
Not supported - Nos. 2 - 4 Kingsland High Street is a locally listed building to be retained. Most remaining sites on the Dalston Western Curve have already been demolished to allow for the extension of the East London Line. Any new development will be subject to the Guidance to ensure a high quality building design and public realm is maintained in Dalston Western Curve.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
A Finlay
A Finlay
Comment No.
DWC154.02
DWC154.03
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Ashwin St businesses should be supported in any redevelopment/regeneration
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed as part of the Dalston AAP.
The character of the neighbourhood is defined by the 4 storey Georgian/victorian buildings - no building taller than 4 storeys please
Supported - The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
A Finlay
A Finlay
Comment No.
DWC154.04
DWC154.05
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Key aim of project should be to regenerate the neighbourhood by enhancing existing features
Noted and supported in part - Section 3.52 of the Guidance ensures that character and appearance of new development be of the highest quality and be based on rigorous analysis of the prevailing character, notable architectural and urban design examples their elevation articulation, choice of materials and other architectural features, patterns of local life and types of uses. The Guidance does not propose any further buildings be demolished.
Ashwin St could be permanently pedestrianised
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed as part of the Dalston AAP.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
A Finlay
A Finlay
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
DWC154.06
If Ashwin St was permanently pedestrianised could create a public space whilst easing congestion at Dalston Lane/Kingsland Rd junction. A public space could be created at Kingsland Highest/Ashwin corner with cafes/shops on ground floor
Supported in part - the Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate design. The feedback regarding pedestrianising Ashwin Street is outside the scope of the Guidance and will be addressed in the Dalston AAP.
DWC154.07
Could be a landmark building in centre of Dalston - a possible home for the Arcola Theatre?
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed as part of the Dalston AAP. Future location of the Arcola Theatre not confirmed.
Respondent ID
DWC155
Respondent Name
Ed Couger
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
DWC155.01
Disagrees with anymore high rise buildings in Dalston - nothing more than 4 storeys
Supported in part - The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
DWC155.02
Buildings built from cheap materials/poor insulation/bad sound proofing/with modular units are not fit for human occupation
Noted.
Respondent ID
DWC156
Respondent Name
Lydia Ashman
Lydia Ashman
Comment No.
DWC156.01
DWC156.02
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Concerned about demolition of historic buildings - buildings on Kingsland Rd/Dalston Lane should remain & could be used for the community, e.g.: an arts space or Arcola Theatre
Not supported - Nos. 2 - 4 Kingsland High Street is a locally listed building to be retained. Most remaining sites on the Dalston Western Curve have already been demolished to allow for the extension of the East London Line. Any new development will be subject to the Guidance to ensure a high quality building design and public realm is maintained in Dalston Western Curve. Furthermore the Guidance allows community uses to be considered. The location of the Arcola Theatre has not yet been confirmed and arts/community uses possible in the Guidance.
Tall buildings are not welcome - they wont enhance look/quality of life in Dalston
Supported in part - The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Lydia Ashman
DWC157
Caroline Evans
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
DWC156.03
Potential for Ashwin Street to become a more used pedestrian/cycle friendly thoroughfare for residents/visitors using the station. Should capitalise on existing uses & permanently pedestrianise the street, invest in the buildings that are there to support artists
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed in the Dalston AAP.
DWC157.01
Don’t homogenise the site by demolishing everything & rebuilding a single development on the site. Keep its character but improve it, preserve the quirky & interesting bits e.g.: 1930s building on NE corner of Dalston Junction, develop the architectural heterogeneity of the area to reflect social mix of borough
Supported - Section 3.52 of the Guidance ensures that character an appearance of new development be of the highest quality and be based on rigorous analysis of the prevailing character, notable architectural and urban design examples - their elevation articulation, choice of materials and other architectural features, patterns of local life and types of uses.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Caroline Evans
Caroline Evans
Comment No.
DWC157.02
DWC157.03
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Keep it people-friendly - lots of walkways, open access & views through & across
Supported in part - the Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate design.
Green space
Noted - the Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate design.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Caroline Evans
DWC158
Sylvia Cummins
Comment No.
DWC157.04
DWC158.01
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
A good ratio of building heights to street widths is important - don’t build high rise at this site
Supported in part - No high rise proposed. The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
Don’t want high rise up to 6 storeys overshadows streets, creates a tunnel effect & a feeling of distancing people & the buildings
Not supported - The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Sylvia Cummins
Sylvia Cummins
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
DWC158.02
Would like development to be on lines of preservation of existing character. Keep new buildings in brick & preserve Ashwin St buildings & nearby streets. Renovate rather than replace
Supported - Section 3.52 of the Guidance ensures that character an appearance of new development be of the highest quality and be based on rigorous analysis of the prevailing character, notable architectural and urban design examples - their elevation articulation, choice of materials and other architectural features, patterns of local life and types of uses.
DWC158.03
Wider pavements good idea, give priority to buses or any gains from transport improvements would be lost if journeys become longer. Make it safe for cyclists. Agree with car free developments
Noted.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Sylvia Cummins
DWC158.04
Sylvia Cummins
DWC158.05
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Draw upon liveliness of market - don’t contain it in new development.
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed in the Dalston AAP.
If building around building at 2 Kingsland High St roofline should be no higher than existing. Don’t replace with something more anonymous
Supported in part - The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Sylvia Cummins
DWC158.06
Don’t allow Dalston to become a copycat of every other town centre in this country where buildings are the same
Supported - Section 3.52 of the Guidance ensures that character an appearance of new development be of the highest quality and be based on rigorous analysis of the prevailing character, notable architectural and urban design examples - their elevation articulation, choice of materials and other architectural features, patterns of local life and types of uses.
Sylvia Cummins
DWC158.07
Guarantee that social housing is 50% at least not something towards this figure
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed in the LDF Core Strategy.
Respondent ID
DWC159
Respondent Name
Graves
Graves
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
DWC159.01
Consider creation of a pedestrianised open-plan space to attract home-buyers & enhance character of area without eroding victorian heritage
Supported in part - the Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate design.
DWC159.02
Concerned about bus hub at Dalston Square important that buses don’t connect & cause further congestion
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Planning and Design Guidance and will be addressed in the ldf Core Strategy.
Respondent ID
DWC160
Respondent Name
No name
No name
Comment No.
DWC160.01
DWC160.02
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
No buildings higher than 4 storeys
Supported in part - The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage.
No demolition of art deco 19th century buildings
Noted. Development pressure for new development in Dalston is and will be apparent and therefore a strategy for managing the location and scale of all new buildings, including tall buildings is required. Furthermore, the AAP seeks to build on the existing character of Dalston and proposes to refurbish existing and historic buildings where possible.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
No name
No name
Comment No.
DWC160.03
DWC160.04
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
As much public space as possible
Supported in part - Nos. 2 - 4 Kingsland High Street is a locally listed building to be retained. Most remaining sites on the Dalston Western Curve have already been demolished to allow for the extension of the East London Line. Any new development will be subject to the Guidance to ensure a high quality building design and public realm is maintained in Dalston Western Curve. The Guidance does not propose the demolition of any buildings.
New building to be owned in any development of Arcola Theatre
Supported in part - the Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate design.
Respondent ID
DWC161
Respondent Name
Maja Luna
Maja Luna
Comment No.
DWC161.01
DWC161.02
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Any Kingsland Road development should relate closely to the existing urban fabric. Should adhere to historical qualities in buildings facades, urban grain, positioning & alignment
Noted. The future location of Arcola Theatre has not been confirmed in Dalston.
Any new build should relate to heights of existing buildings. Worried that restrictions on eastern site due to decking will mean loss in built form needs to be made up in height
Supported in part - The subject sites are considered suitable for higher density development as they are located within a major town centre in close proximity to excellent public transport links. The Guidance suggests building heights between 4 - 6 storeys subject to appropriate design. 6 storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance (subject to appropriate design) which is considered medium rise. Furthermore, the issues of bulk and scale will be carefully considered at detailed design stage. Furthermore, the Council contributed additional funding to ensure the decking over the railway cutting was sufficient to support medium rise development, evenly spread over the development sites.
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Officer Response
Noted - This feedback relates to issues outside of the scope of this Design Guidance, however the Guidance would not prohibit this from happening.
Supported - Nos. 2 - 4 Kingsland High Street is a locally listed building to be retained.
Maja Luna
DWC161.03
Proposed health facility west of high road is great & needed
Maja Luna
DWC161.04
Building on corner of site is within a conservation area & is locally listed - should be protected/incorporated into design
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
Maja Luna
DWC165
G Mash
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
DWC161.05
Opportunity on this site for open/green space park or softly landscaped square, maybe trees
Supported in part - the Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate design.
DWC165.01
Would like to see station plans incorporated into existing DK station to avoid train/bus to interchange to new station. Area is already extremely congested
Noted. The AAP does not propose to move the existing Dalston Kingsland Station, but only to refurbish it in its current location.
Respondent ID
Respondent Name
G Mash
G Mash
Comment No.
Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
DWC165.02
11 Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street
Kingsland Rd extremely congested & unpleasant to be in. Do the plans incorporate easier walking around the area? Need pedestrian areas widened
Noted and supported. Policies in Chapter 11: Character Area 01: Kingsland High Street encourage a clutter free pedestrian experience with a rationalised and consistent palette of street furniture.
DWC165.03
12 Character Area 02: Ridley Road
Welcomes improvements to market, consider clear indication of arrival. Would like to see shops improved either side of market
Noted. A separate study, the Ridley Road Market Improvement Scheme, has been commissioned, which addresses specific improvements to Ridley Road Market.
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Respondent Name
Comment No.
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Officer Response
G Mash
DWC165.04
17 Character Area 07: Dalston Square
Like the advantage of shopping under cover at Dalston X & getting a way from busy traffic but area lacks character & needs some improvements
Noted. Policy 28 'Dalston Junction Character Area' encourages co-ordinated streetscape improvements and site developments to enhance pedestrian accessibility
G Mash
DWC165.05
4.4 Building Heights Strategy
Pleased money is being invested in the area but hope it wont all be tower blocks & sole less
Noted.
Respondent ID
DWC175
Respondent Name
Marie Murray for Open Dalston
Comment No.
DWC175.01
Document Section
4.2 Local Character
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Draft Masterplan failed to identify the whole of Ashwin Street as the unique and vibrant character area that the community widely recognises it to be. Guidance for the western side of the street, coupled with the Masterplan suggestion on the eastern side of Ashwin Street forms part of the ‘Eastern Curve Character Area’, sets up an arbitrary and potentially damaging division of the entire area. The historic character of the street, with its unifying details of Victorian architecture and land mark buildings and the sense of community that this heritage fabric offers, is widely recognised and cherished locally
It is recognised that both sides of Ashwin Street/Abbott Street have a unique and vibrant character, containing existing creative/cultural uses, and buildings of architectural/historical merit, such as the Reeves building, and this will be reflected in the final drafts of the Guidance and Masterplan. The Masterplan will identify the area as a ‘core community, cultural/creative and third sector’ quarter, incorporating both sides of Ashwin St and sites on Dalston Lane including 11, 15 Dalston Lane, CLR James Library site and 16-22 Dalston Lane. This designation will facilitate through implementation the support of existing and further support and development of community, cultural/creative and third sector uses in this ‘quarter’, including potential relocation of Arcola Theatre to either east or west side of Ashwin St. The Guidance focuses essentially on the Western Curve relating to TfL’s works and adjacent sites west of Ashwin Street, seeking to guide appropriate development in the short-term. This does not mean that this key area around Ashwin St would be divided in a damaging manner, as the Masterplan sees this as a part of a key holistic ‘quarter’. The Masterplan has also been amended to incorporate Ashwin Street in its own character area, ‘Character Area 6: Ashwin Street’. The Guidance will
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Officer Response allow for the potential relocation of the Arcola Theatre on the west side of Ashwin St. The Masterplan will allow the relocation of the theatre to the west or east side of Ashwin Street. The Masterplan has also been amended to protect key strategic views along Ashwin St from the new public space at Dalston Square to the Reeves building. It is recognised in the masterplan that 2-8 Ashwin St potentially may need to be demolished in any event as these buildings are structurally unsound and could [provide a danger to the public..
DWC175
Marie Murray for Open Dalston
DWC175.01
4.2 Local Character
Draft Masterplan failed to identify the whole of Ashwin Street as the unique and vibrant character area that the community widely recognises it to be. Guidance for the western side of the street, coupled with the Masterplan suggestion on the eastern side of Ashwin Street forms part of the ‘Eastern Curve Character Area’, sets up an arbitrary and potentially damaging division of the entire area. The historic character of the street, with its unifying details of Victorian architecture and land mark buildings and the sense of community that this heritage fabric offers, is widely recognised and cherished locally
Supported in part - It is recognised that both sides of Ashwin Street/Abbott Street have a unique and vibrant character, containing existing creative/cultural uses, and buildings of architectural/historical merit, such as the Reeves building and this will be reflected in the final drafts of the Guidance and Dalston AAP. The Dalston AAP will identify the area as a ‘core community, cultural/creative, third sector’ quarter, incorporating both sides of Ashwin St and sites on Dalston Lane including Nos. 11 25 Dalston Lane and CLR James Library site. This designation will facilitate through implementation the support of existing and further support and development of creative and community sectors in this ‘quarter’, including potential relocation of Arcola Theatre to either east or west side of
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St.
The Guidance focuses essentially on the Western Curve relating to TfL’s works and adjacent sites, seeking to guide appropriate development in the short-term. This does not mean that this key area around Ashwin St would be divided in a damaging manner, as the Dalston AAP sees this as a part of a key holistic quarter. The document will allow for the potential relocation of the Arcola Theatre on the west side of Ashwin St.
DWC175.02
4.2 Local Character
The evolving creative and cultural hub that has contributed to the regeneration of Dalston in recent years via organisations like the V22 Gallery at 8 – 10 Ashwin Street and the Bootstrap Company is immensely valued and recognised as crucial not only to the area’s character but also to the local economy. Any planning guidance for the Western Curve, and treatment of the eastern side of Ashwin Street, must ensure that this entire street’s distinctive character is not eradicated, but is recognised and capitalised on as the basis for regeneration in Dalston.
Noted – as above.
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Respondent Name
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DWC175.03
Document Section
4.2 Local Character
Respondent Comments
No further demolitions on the Ashwin Street sites, but instead for retention and restoration of the remaining historic buildings which should be incorporated into any new developments. New buildings on the site to be no taller than four storeys – i.e. to respect and enhance the rest of Ashwin Street and Kingsland High Street, in particular the red-brick Victorian terrace on the south-western side.
Officer Response Supported in part - Nos. 2 - 4 Kingsland High Street is a locally listed building shown to be retained. Most remaining sites on the Western Curve have already been demolished to allow for the extension of the East London Line. The Guidance does not propose any further demolition. The Dalston AAP shows demolition of 2-8 Ashwin St as these will be demolished in any event as these buildings are structurally unsound. The view north along Ashwin St of the Reeves building is recognised and protected in the Dalston AAP. Furthermore section 3.52 of the Guidance ensures that character an appearance of new development be of the highest quality and be based on rigorous analysis of the prevailing character, notable architectural and urban design examples - their elevation articulation, choice of materials and other architectural features, patterns of local life and types of uses. Some of the sites within the Guidance area are considered suitable for between four and six storeys subject to appropriate design and scale (6 storeys of development in a contemporary building can match the scale of a four storey Victorian building subject to appropriate design). Six storeys is the maximum building height permitted in the Guidance
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DWC175.04
DWC175.05
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Officer Response
4.2 Local Character
The locally listed Reeves Building is acknowledged by all to be a key landmark building in Dalston. There is therefore a strong desire to ensure that its conservation setting is enhanced by retention and restoration of the historic buildings which surround it, and by the addition of new open space. The architecture of Ashwin Street will frame a key view through to the Reeves Building from the new public space at Dalston Square and will also provide a unique ‘sense of place’, based on historic continuity for arrival of the East London Line Station
Noted – please see above.
4.2 Local Character
The locally listed 1914 building at 2 Kingsland High Street on the south-west corner of the site, is highlighted by the community as being a key landmark building. It has also been identified by the Victorian Society as being of special interest because of its architecturally valued ‘faience’ tiling from the early 20th century. It is therefore essential that it is incorporated into any new development.
Supported - This building is now shown as retained in the Guidance.
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DWC175.05
DWC175.06
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4.2 Local Character
The locally listed 1914 building at 2 Kingsland High Street on the south-west corner of the site, is highlighted by the community as being a key landmark building. It has also been identified by the Victorian Society as being of special interest because of its architecturally valued ‘faience’ tiling from the early 20th century. It is therefore essential that it is incorporated into any new development.
Supported - This building is now shown as retained in the Guidance.
The recent Transport for London demolitions above the railway tunnel have opened up new, interesting views across and through the area which people would like to have retained and enhanced.
Supported in part - The Guidance and Dalston AAP recognise and support the retention of key views, such as views of Nos. 2-4 Kingsland High St, the Peace Mural, and along Ashwin St of the Reeves building and Shiloh Church. It may not be possible through consideration and assessment of future planning applications for development to maintain some views that have been opened up due to the demolition of buildings as part of the construction of the railway extension. However, section 3.52 of the Guidance will set out the importance of the retention of views to assist and inform the urban design of the sites as proposals are developed. Furthermore the Guidance has been amended so that green public open space/public realm can be considered on
4.2 Local Character
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Officer Response the southern site subject to appropriate design and technical feasibility (such as being surrounded by active frontages, and the existence of basement level in the Colourworks building).
DWC175.07
4.3 A network of vibrant places and spaces
Throughout the consultation on both planning documents, the need to create more public and particularly green spaces was expressed, confirming the lack of open space identified by the Masterplan as a major weakness in Dalston Town Centre.
Supported in part - The Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate design and technical feasibility. This issue of green space relating to the wider town centre is also addressed in the Dalston AAP.
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DWC175.08
4.3 A network of vibrant places and spaces
The area on the corner of Kingsland High Street and Ashwin Street was identified as being particularly suitable for providing ‘breathing space’ away from the frenetic pace of the busy high street, by the creation of a green public space. This would support the public realm strategy which seeks to ‘develop a network of formal and informal public spaces for people to gather, relax and enjoy’.
Supported in part – please see above.
DWC175.09
4.3 A network of vibrant places and spaces
There is a desire for the Western Curve public space to be predominantly green, with seating, trees and play facilities.
Supported in part - see above. The design of green public open space and or public realm will be shaped at detailed design stage.
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DWC175.10
DWC175.10
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4.3 A network of vibrant places and spaces
By retaining this openness, Ashwin Street and buildings such as the Reeves Building and Shiloh Church would continue to enjoy sunlight – a need that was mentioned often as being of increased importance, with the ongoing intensification of building in the area.
Noted – as above, the Guidance will cater for the creation of open space on the southern site. In general, however, in considering planning applications, development control place more emphasis on impact on sunlight/daylight levels to residential buildings rather than nonresidential buildings.
4.3 A network of vibrant places and spaces
By retaining this openness, Ashwin Street and buildings such as the Reeves Building and Shiloh Church would continue to enjoy sunlight – a need that was mentioned often as being of increased importance, with the ongoing intensification of building in the area.
Supported in part – as above, the Guidance will cater for the creation of open space on the southern site. In general, however, in considering planning applications, development control place more emphasis on impact on sunlight/daylight levels to residential buildings rather than nonresidential buildings.
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DWC175.11
DWC175.12
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Officer Response
4.3 A network of vibrant places and spaces
The Ashwin Street/Kingsland High Street public space could be overlooked by the Colourworks on one side, a suggested new land mark ‘cultural’ building on the south-west of the site, and a possible new building north of Abbott Street on Kingsland High Street, ensuring that the Masterplan principle of ‘designing building frontages that face onto the public realm’ was adhered to.
Supported in part – as above, any public open space here would need to be overlooked by active frontages.
4.3 A network of vibrant places and spaces
12. A new green space on the Western Curve coupled with a ‘greening; of the Ashwin Street route with considered planting would; -Compliment Gillett Square and the new Dalston Square; -Create a ‘green stepping stone’ for pedestrians through Dalston, linking these spaces; -Complement the Masterplan proposals for green spaces on the ‘Eastern Curve’.
Supported in part - the Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate design. The design of the green public open space and or public realm will be determined at detailed design stage. This issue of green space relating to the wider town centre is beyond the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed in the Dalston AAP.
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DWC175.13
4.3 A network of vibrant places and spaces
Many participants in OPEN Dalston’s consultation events stated they saw a new public space on the Western Curve as more urgently needed that either of the two ‘market square’ spaces proposed for Ridley Road Market.
Noted – please see above.
7.2 Culture, Community and Creativity
The Masterplan recognises that ‘the cultural sector makes a significant contribution to the town centre economy and plays a major part in shaping the character, identity and urban life of Dalston’. Reflecting this vital role that the cultural industries play in Dalston’s distinctive character and in its local economy, our consultations suggested the Western Curve site as a location to be considered for the Arcola Theatre, which is said to be looking for a new home in Dalston.
Supported in part - The Guidance has been amended to allow for the potential relocation of the theatre use on the southern site on the west side of Ashwin Street subject to design and technical feasibility.
DWC175.14
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DWC175.15
DWC175.16
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7.2 Culture, Community and Creativity
A cultural focus for the site would enable Dalston in its ‘London Plan’ designated role as a ‘major town centre’ to compliment and strengthen its retail offer with a unique attraction for residents, visitors and investors. Adding to the success of the cultural activities at Gillett Square, this cultural focus would enable Dalston to compete with other major town centres and retail developments proposed for the wider area, in particular the Westfield Centre which is planned for Stratford. Ashwin Street’s creative ‘offer’ would capitalise on industries that are recognised by the London and national media as making Dalston special and increasingly successful.
Noted – It is recognised that the cultural/creative and third sector make an important contribution to the town centre economy and services, this is reflected in the Dalston AAP (see above and below, community and creative quarters around Ashwin St/Dalston Lane, and Gillett Square), and the Guidance.
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Design competitions help raise the profile of their locations. An architectural competition for a new cultural building with a brief to ensure that the development incorporates the remaining historic buildings on the site, would help ensure that a landmark design could in itself act as a major visitor draw to the area.
Design competitions for a new cultural building supported as part of the Implementation Plan of the Masterplan.
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DWC175.17
DWC175.18
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5.7 Community Facilities
Our community-led design ideas also support key community-focussed organisations in the Ashwin Street area who wish to develop their programmes, in particular to offer much needed youth facilities
Noted – please see above and below. Both the Guidance and Dalston AAP support existing and future development of community organisations/facilities.
5.3 Employment Facilities
The Masterplan principle of safeguarding and creating employment space in Dalston for the cultural and creative industries as a key employment priority is endorsed. Ashwin Street is recognised as already playing a key creative and cultural role in the area and the sustainable development plans of existing organisations such as the V22 Gallery & Artist’s Studios should be supported and encouraged. Any new building development in the Ashwin Street area should prioritise the cultural industries.
Noted – see above and below, this is recognised and will be factored into both the Guidance and the Dalston AAP.
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DWC175.19
DWC175.20
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4.2 Local Character
The restoration of the Hackney Council owned Victorian terrace at 2-8 Ashwin Street is seen as crucial to the character and historic setting of the area. Several key stakeholder organisations have expressed interest in rejuvenating these buildings to meet their own organisational development needs, with affordable housing above and retail/workspace/community uses at street level to extend the continuous ‘active frontages’ on the street.
Noted - This feedback relating to Nos. 2 -8 Ashwin Street is beyond the scope of the Guidance. Nos. 2-8 Ashwin St may be demolished as they are structurally unsound. The Dalston AAP will propose in a redevelopment scheme all of these uses as part of the ‘creative and community quarter’ for the area.
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The site north of Abbott Street on the corner with Kingsland High Street (McDonalds and Currys), has been identified in OPEN Dalston’s consultations as suitable ‘opportunity site’ for new housing, above street level and on the land behind.
Noted - This feedback is beyond the scope of the Guidance. The Dalston AAP will incorporate this as a new opportunity site.
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DWC175.21
DWC175.22
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Officer Response
Retail
The existence of the ‘neighbourhood serving’ retail offered by existing businesses such as local cafes and hairdressers which are housed in historic buildings on the Western Curve site, should not be threatened by any new development proposals.
Supported in part - Nos. 2 - 4 Kingsland High Street is a locally listed building shown now to be retained. Most remaining sites on the Dalston Western Curve have already been demolished to allow for the extension of the East London Line. The Guidance will not propose any further demolition of buildings on other sites.
An additional focus on small and independent retailers for this site would compliment the large format ‘anchor’ stores which the masterplan proposes for a redeveloped Kingsland Shopping Centre.
Supported - Section 3.29 of the Guidance will state that new developments should provide a continuous shopping experience with small retail units (compatible with existing high street shop typology) with active frontages located at ground floor level fronting Kingsland High Street and Dalston Lane. Shop frontages should be well designed to enhance the high street appearance. The need for small independent retailers is also recognised and factored into the Dalston AAP.
Retail
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DWC175.23
DWC175.24
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4.3 A network of vibrant places and spaces
New active frontages on Abbott Street with a focus on cafes and restaurants would help complete the natural surveillance of the public space, created at street level by ‘Colourworks’ and by the new cultural ‘landmark’ building. Retail opportunities could also be incorporated into this new building.
Supported in part - The Guidance has been amended so that green public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to appropriate design (such as being surrounded by active frontages).
6.2 Realm
These activities (re above, cafes and restaurants) should be spread through the ‘Masterplan area’ in order to encourage ‘natural surveillance’ and the sense of security it engenders. They should be integrated with housing so that no one activity dominates. The emerging night-time economy on Ashwin Street with Café Otto at its centre, should be added to with any new developments on the Western Curve Sites.
Supported in part - both the Guidance and the Dalston AAP will recognise and support the need for such uses in this area, subject to the standard caveat that such do not have unacceptable impacts on neighbours.
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DWC175.25
7.2 Culture, Community and Creativity
The Ashwin Street area already provides good community focused facilities through supported work space at the Bootstrap Company in the Reeves Building and also through the outreach work of the Shiloh Church. The emerging aspirations of both these organisations along with the community focussed plans of the V22 Gallery to further develop their programmes through enhancement of their existing buildings as well as possible use of additional buildings in the area, are fully supported.
Noted - please see above and below. The importance of creative/cultural and third sectors are recognised in both documents, and are supported in both the Guidance and Dalston AAP – the Dalston AAP identifying the area as a community and creative quarter.
DWC175.26
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
The current closure of Ashwin Street to through traffic has highlighted its obvious potential as a pedestrian and cycle friendly main route from Dalston Junction to Kingsland High Street and Dalston Kingsland Station.
Noted - this feedback is beyond the scope of the Guidance. The Dalston AAP recognises this and proposes a pedestrian/cyclist priority street, but to allow for servicing.
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DWC175.27
DWC175.28
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Officer Response
08 Principle 5: Getting around the town centre
The Masterplan identifies Ashwin Street as suitable for ‘pedestrianisation’. Opinion gathered at our consultations broadly support this principle, but any new road treatment should take full account of the particular needs of the Shiloh Church.
Noted – please see above.
09 Principle 6: Making the most of public transport
Ensuring that regeneration fits the functional needs of Dalston to help drive the local economy. This will continue to be developed following further dialogue with Hackney Council, TFL, and other stakeholders. Further exploration is required regarding the impact of the Western Curve site and the Ashwin Street area of long term proposals for Crossrail 2, as the Masterplan or the Western Curve design guidance; do not explain the full extent and significance of the safe-guarding for this project.
Noted - future regeneration of the Western Curve and Dalston as whole is subject to key partnership working and consultation with key stakeholders (e.g. GLA, TfL, LDA) and community groups, this will be especially factored into the Implementation Plan of the Dalston AAP.
Respondent ID
DWC179
Respondent Name
Heloise Brown for the Victorian Society
Heloise Brown for the Victorian Society
Comment No.
DWC179.01
DWC179.02
Document Section
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Officer Response
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Concerned about encouragement of complete redevelopment of sites involving demolition of existing buildings. Emphasis should be placed on renovation/repair/reuse to enhance urban environment & retain active frontages
Noted. - Nos. 2 - 4 Kingsland High Street is a locally listed building to be retained. Most remaining sites on the Dalston Western Curve have already been demolished to allow for the extension of the East London Line. Any new development will be subject to the Guidance to ensure a high quality building design and public realm is maintained in Dalston Western Curve. Furthermore, the Guidance does not encourage the demolition of any remaining buildings. The existing built environment outside of the Dalston Western Curve sites will be addressed in the Dalston AAP.
04 Principle 1: Strengthening local character and identity
Building on corner of Kingsland Rd/Dalston Lane should be retained. MP should explain importance of such local landmarks & encourage developers to use them as a focus & benchmark for regeneration. Ashwin St character should be protected & enhanced. New development should be sensitive to existing rhythm of plot sizes, building heights, construction materials & styles. MP should place more emphasis on positive character of this area which council should seek to retain
Supported - The guidance encourages the retention of Nos. 2-4 Kingsland High Street. Furthermore section 3.52 of the Guidance ensures that character an appearance of new development be of the highest quality and be based on rigorous analysis of the prevailing character, notable architectural and urban design examples - their elevation articulation, choice of materials and other architectural features, patterns of local life and types of uses.
Respondent ID
DWC182
Respondent Name
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
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Document Section
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
DWC182.01
Guidance should extend to cover preservation of existing buildings not statutorily listed but add to quality/character of area e.g.: 1914 'faience'-tiled building @ no. 2 Dalston Lane & heritage cluster around Reeves building. Council should undertake an assessment of existing buildings immediately. Guidance shouldn't encourage use of columns or pilasters on larger scale buildings as likely to result in inappropriate or pastiche architecture
Noted - This feedback relates to issues and some sites outside of the scope and detail of this Planning and Design Guidance. Although most buildings on the subject sites were demolished as part of East London Line enabling works, the Guidance does not propose any demolition of any further buildings on the subject sites. The guidance encourages the retention of Nos. 2-4 Kingsland High Street. Furthermore section 3.52 of the Guidance ensures that character an appearance of new development be of the highest quality and be based on rigorous analysis of the prevailing character, notable architectural and urban design examples - their elevation articulation, choice of materials and other architectural features, patterns of local life and types of uses.
DWC182.02
Guidance should support development of communal/cultural uses around Dalston Junction/Ashwin St area & preserve existing/emerging uses. Retail/residential uses are overemphasised in the guidance
Supported - the guidance has been amended to incorporate community, cultural, creative and third sector uses under the 'Land Use' section and a new section 'Cultural and Creative uses/Third Sector Uses' to be considered around Ashwin Street.
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Supported in part - the guidance has been amended so that public open space and or public realm can be considered on the southern site subject to further technical and design detail. The issues of linkages, pedestrians and traffic on Ashwin street is outside of the scope of this guidance and will addressed in the AAP.
Supported.
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
DWC182.03
Guidance should encourage proposals to create new public open space sensitive to existing built environment. Open space should improve linkages & pedestrian experience of Ashwin St. Closure of Ashwin St to through traffic has encouraged pedestrians to use it as a route to Kingsland Rd.
Anna Holder for DCAAC (Dalston Conservation Area Advisory Committee)
DWC182.04
Dalston CAAC keen to initiate an ongoing dialogue with the Council regarding the development of western curve area
Respondent ID
DWC185
Respondent Name
Graham Saunders for English Heritage
Graham Saunders for English Heritage
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DWC185.01
DWC185.02
18 Delivery and Implementation
Respondent Comments
Officer Response
Welcome commitment in Para 3.50 'any development should be of highest quality based upon rigorous analysis of contextual qualities of the area in order to enhance its sense of place'. Should include a comprehensive understanding of historic context to inform future proposals this approach should be reiterated in General Principles Para 3.63
Noted and supported in part - the guidance on the character of proposed development is considered sufficient to achieve modern high quality design outcomes, which do not necessarily have to reflect or mimic the locally listed and existing buildings.
Ensure continuation of involvement of Council's conservation staff to advise on local historic environment issues/priorities, sources of data, consideration of options relating to historic environment
Noted and Supported.
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DWC218
Eva Herr Design London
Eva Herr Design London
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DWC218.01
5.5 Retail Strategy
Proposals to strengthen vitality & the High Street character of the sites are highly supported. Supports requirement for adequate footway capacity to achieve this aim
Noted and supported.
06 Principle 3: Reviving the Public Realm
Redevelopment of Western Curve Sites is important to address spatial constraints. Supports proposal requiring buildings to be set back & allow for wider footpaths. Should consider using building facades to support street lighting & signage.
Noted - This feedback relates to issues of design detail outside of the scope of this Guidance and will be addressed in the Dalston AAP. Comment on wider footpaths is notes and supported.
DWC218.02
