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inclusive and lowers fuel poverty. Sunlight and energy efficiency should be considered as an
integral part of the layout through passive solar design and natural ventilation systems.
Developments should also consider whole-life performance and costs. The consideration of
a range of adaptation measures, including the location, design, materials, build and
operation of developments, and the provision of green infrastructure, will be given substantial
weight.
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Climate change is already happening, with rising temperatures and increase in flooding. The
anticipated effects of climate change include more frequent extreme weather events; heavier
rainfall and greater risk of flooding; and more and longer-lasting heat waves. The more
vulnerable in society; those on low incomes, the elderly and young, those with long-term
illness are also more vulnerable to the effects of climate change. This policy aims to ensure
that all sections of the community are more resilient to the effects of climate change.
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Green infrastructure delivers multiple cost-effective benefits in mitigating and adapting to
climate change. Planted areas can slow water flows, decrease surface run-off, even out
temperature fluctuations, trap pollution and encourage biodiversity.
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Guidance on minimising the consumption of water resources and addressing flood risk
concerns, which are likely to increase in importance in the future, is included within Policy
P11. Guidance on minimising demand for energy in new developments is included within
Policy P15 and protecting the most vulnerable from the impacts of climate change in Policy
P18.
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More detail on compliance with Policy P9 and the wider climate change objectives of the
Local Plan are set out in the Council’s Climate Change SPD. A Climate Change Assessment
will be submitted with planning applications to show how different criteria of the policy have
been met. The Viability Study supporting the Local Plan Review provides evidence that
meeting the aims of the policy is viable, and robust evidence will need to be provided if this is
not the case.
Challenges and Objectives Addressed by the Policy
A
Mitigating and adapting to Climate Change
B
Meeting housing needs across the Borough, including the Borough’s own needs and,
where possible, assisting with accommodating the HMA wide shortfall.
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
I
Providing sufficient waste management facilities and providing for sand and gravel
aggregates
J
Improving health and well being
K
Protecting and enhancing our natural assets
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