Appendix 1 Land Allocations Local Plan

Dover District Council
Land Allocations Local Plan Adopted 2015
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Historic development and architectural period;
Landmarks (historic or otherwise);
Significant areas of open green space and landscape character; and
Strategic movement and connectivity routes.
3.23 The urban character areas identify the function of each area. They should be used
be used as the starting point for any development proposals. Developers, through the
accompanying design statement, will need to set out how the character area has been used
to influence the design of the proposed development. Many of the character areas have
similar objectives but it is possible to identify four broad categories in which the areas fall.
The categories are:
Urban Areas where new development has a key role in creating or restoring the
character of Dover in the future and, in some areas, subject to specific design
guidance;
Red
In some parts of Dover where there are designated heritage assets (such as
conservation areas), the focus of new development is to restore and reinforce
the existing character;
In other cases there is the opportunity to create new forms and styles of
architecture that would rejuvenate and regenerate the urban area.
Yellow
Hatch
Light
Green
Green
Urban areas where only limited change is envisaged. In these areas, proposals
should be particularly informed by their context.
The River Dour runs through several character areas but should be considered
in its own right. Whenever possible, opportunities should be taken to improve,
public access and the setting of the river.
Western Heights Scheduled Monument and Conservation Area, where
co-ordinated action is needed to fully realise visitor potential whilst ensuring that
its heritage and wildlife value is protected and better appreciated.
Landscape Areas surrounding the town providing the setting for Dover .
Table 3.5
3.24 Each area has a relationship with neighbouring character areas. Where development
abuts another character area the proposed development should demonstrate how it addresses
the overall objectives of each.