| Policy
LC 1: |
New
development and new initiatives within the Strategy area
should be judged against the paramount aim of conserving
and enhancing the unique character of the Thames
Landscape as defined in the Strategy. |
| Policy
LC 5: |
Identify,
conserve and reveal the main landmarks of the area, with
particular concern for the frame and backdrop to the view.
Where appropriate, new developments should contribute
fresh landmarks and foci to work with the existing urban
pattern. |
| Policy
LC 6: |
Conserve the
distinct characters of the different waterfronts. New
developments should be inspired by their context,
complement the particular style, colours and materials of
each waterfront and contribute to the public enjoyment of
the river edge spaces. Wherever possible the established
diversity of riverfront uses should be retained as part
of a varied and vital community. |
| Policy
LC 18: |
Guide re-development
of built recreation sites to complement the scale,
character and urban structure of the surrounding
waterfronts and make the most of the amenity, river-related
recreation and nature conservation potential. New vistas
and access routes should be incorporated into
redevelopment. |
| Policy
LC 20: |
Conserve the
unique river edge of continuous pedestrian public access,
restricting vehicles and wherever possible removing car
parking from the waterside. Consider the needs of people
with mobility difficulties and the provision of
alternative parking where necessary. |
| Policy
RL 1: |
Conserve and
enhance the riverside spaces for people to sit, watch and
sunbathe. Encourage riverside cafes, pubs and restaurants
in the built waterfronts. |
| Policy
RL 3: |
Way-mark and
promote the walks identified by the London Walking Forum,
the Thames Path and the West London Waterway Walks
Project, making new links to encourage local circular
walks in line with English Nature guidelines. Sign routes
from town centres to the river Encourage the re-instatement
of old ferry connections, where interested operators can
be found. |
| Policy
RL 18: |
Promote river
tourist transport services, improving publicity, where
appropriate re-building piers and jetties to increase
access, and linking services into the existing public
transport and car parking network. Control tourist boat
noise and wash levels to minimise the impact on river
banks. |