Environment
Environment
Open Spaces
Southwark draft Open Space Strategy 2012
An for the borough has been prepared for the borough which provides a framework for the provision of open space. See our Open Space Strategy
The strategy sets out a vision and objectives for the borough and identifies key needs and priorities for the different types of open space. The strategy also sets standards of open space for each type of open space and highlights the key priorities for investment and improvement.
The strategy is accompanied by an evidence base document which sets out how the strategy has been developed based on the local needs and existing provision of open space in Southwark.
As the strategy will make up an important part of the evidence base needed in the preparation of planning policy documents, we have prepared a number of supporting documents alongside the draft strategy.
We are consulting on the draft strategy and supporting documents until 5pm Tuesday 8 May 2012. If you wish to submit comments on the strategy, please email us at planningpolicy@southwark.gov.uk or call us on 020 7525 5471 if you wish to discuss this further.
Green Links meeting;
- We will be holding an additional meeting specifically on Green Links in the borough
- This meeting will take place on Monday 14 May, 7pm-9pm at Southwark Council offices, Tooley Street.
- If you would like to attend this meeting, please email kate.johnson@southwark.gov.uk or call on the number below.
Southwark Open Spaces Study 2010
This report provides the evidence base setting out the current position with regard to the provision of open spaces in Southwark. The open spaces strategy will be published later this year.
Flood Risk
Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA)
A Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) has been prepared to ensure that flood risk is taken into account and minimised in all new developments. The SFRA sets out the level of flood risk in different areas of the borough. This will help plan for new developments and assist in the determination of planning applications.
- Strategic flood risk assessment part one
- Strategic flood risk assessment part two
- Strategic flood risk assessment figures one to five
- Strategic flood risk assessment figures A to G
- Sequential test
Climate Change
Southwark climate change strategy 2006
This report calculates carbon reduction targets for Southwark and puts forward a strategy for Southwark to meet those targets, based on analysis of a range of scenarios.
Geodiversity
Geodiversity influences London's landscapes and heritage. It is the variety of rocks, minerals, fossils, soils and landscapes, together with the natural processes that form them.
Biodiversity
Southwark's biodiversity action plan 2006 to 2010 (Work for Wildlife) (2007)
The plan outlines how Southwark Council will work with its partners to conserve, enhance and promote biodiversity in the London Borough of Southwark for the benefit of residents, visitors and future generations.
Air Quality
Southwark air quality strategy and improvement plan 2002 to 2005
Southwark's air quality strategy and improvement plan describes the council's responsibilities and actions that need to be taken by the council in partnership with residents, businesses, visitors and people who travel through the borough, to improve air quality in Southwark.
Waste
Southwark waste management strategy 2003 to 2021
The London Borough of Southwark is a Unitary Authority, responsible for the collection, treatment and final disposal of all municipal waste within its area. The waste strategy approaches the council's strategic goals in three discrete phases: the short (2003/04 to 2005/06), the medium (2007 to 10) and the long (2011 to 2021) term
Southwark waste minimisation strategy 2007 to 2010
The Waste Minimisation Strategy covers a three year period commencing April 2007 and includes a one year waste minimisation programme, which gives specific actions and targets. This action programme will be reviewed annually, with progress and monitoring reports published. A full review of the Strategy will be undertaken in 2010.
Contaminated land - Southwark's strategic approach to inspecting its area (2001)
This document sets out the council's strategic approach to inspecting its area in accordance with the legal framework of the Environmental Protection Act 1990
Energy
Canada Water AAP energy study (2009)
This study will help to identify appropriate policies and targets which promote energy efficiency and energy generation from decentralised, low carbon and renewable energy technologies.
