SLP KDBH Extracts - Flipbook - Page 54
within the employment site and its broader surroundings and the nature of waste
management operation, for example, the extent that it takes place within the confines of a
building, the amenity and traffic or transport effects on the road network and effects on
pollution.
148.
Solihull does not have substantial amounts of previously developed land that would be
suitable or available for employment purposes. It is therefore important to protect the limited
supply of employment land and premises from alternative uses, including types of
economic development that would be more appropriate in a town centre environment.
149.
The policy sets out the particular circumstances when alternative development may be
accepted. These include, for example, small isolated premises in predominantly residential
surroundings that render the premises out of context and better able to support sustainable
development principles in an alternative use.
150.
Mixed business uses may be enabled on employment sites where this will help to support
sustainable development principles. Business class uses should predominate. Other uses
of an ancillary nature may be enabled provided they are small scale in the context of the
mixed use development and justified in terms of supporting the business function of the
mixed use development and do not conflict with National Planning Policy, particularly in
regard to its aims of supporting sustainable economic development and growth and
supporting town centres.
151.
Small and medium sized enterprises will be encouraged in all areas of the Borough,
including rural areas, North Solihull and within established business sites, through
redevelopment and creation of other opportunities for the development of small business
space, provided they meet the criteria in the Policy that seek to protect the environment,
local amenity and the Green Belt.
152.
Digital connectivity and high capacity communication networks are key to commercial
success in the 21st Century. Solihull is committed to increasing digital capacity across the
Borough to help in remaining competitive, attracting inward investment, reducing
inequalities and remaining a leading centre of enterprise.
Challenges and Objectives Addressed by the Policy
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A
Mitigating and adapting to Climate Change
C
Sustaining the attractiveness of the Borough for people who live, work and invest in
Solihull
D
Securing sustainable economic growth
F
Reducing inequalities in the Borough
H
Increasing accessibility and encouraging sustainable travel
J
Improving health and well being