Support

Mitcham's Corner Development Framework SPD

Representation ID: 31346

Received: 12/10/2016

Respondent: Historic England

Representation Summary:

Supportive but request amendments.

We are encouraged that the proposed design guidance seeks to improve the historic street network and increase the quality of the spaces around Mitcham's Corner. We request that the second bullet point in paragraph 4.2.6 be amended as follows;

* Well defined and transparent edges, where appropriate to historic character - for shop windows and cafes to allow activity to be visible from the street, making the public realm feel safer and more welcoming.

Full text:

We are encouraged that the proposed design guidance seeks to improve the historic street network and increase the quality of the spaces around Mitcham's Corner. We request that the second bullet point in paragraph 4.2.6 be amended as follows;

* Well defined and transparent edges, where appropriate to historic character - for shop windows and cafes to allow activity to be visible from the street, making the public realm feel safer and more welcoming.