CITY CULTURE - VILLAGE LIFECITY CULTURE - VILLAGE LIFE Development and Regeneration ServicesDevelopment and Regeneration Services

FINAL DRAFTFINAL DRAFT NOVEMBER 2011NOVEMBER 2011

POLLOKSHAWSPOLLOKSHAWS

Local Development

Strategy

Local Development

Strategy

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"The renewal of Pollokshaws presents an exciting opportunity to create a sustainable new family friendly quarter

in Glasgow's Southside.

The Council believe Pollokshaws is a community with considerable potential, which is able to capitalise on a rich

range of historic assets, its access to some of the most attractive green and riverside spaces in the entire city and

offer unrivalled access to public transport and job opportunities.

The Vision of 'Village Life in a City' outlined in the Pollokshaws Local Development Strategy is one which both the

Council, our key partners and community share and I hope you join with us to help make it happen.”

Councillor Stephen Curran

(Foreword to be confirmed)

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"The renewal of Pollokshaws presents an exciting opportunity to create a sustainable new family friendly quarter

in Glasgow's Southside.

The Council believe Pollokshaws is a community with considerable potential, which is able to capitalise on a rich

range of historic assets, its access to some of the most attractive green and riverside spaces in the entire city and

offer unrivalled access to public transport and job opportunities.

The Vision of 'Village Life in a City' outlined in the Pollokshaws Local Development Strategy is one which both the

Council, our key partners and community share and I hope you join with us to help make it happen.”

Councillor Stephen Curran

(Foreword to be confirmed)

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FOREWORD

CONTACT DETAILS

1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

2.0 INTRODUCTION

3.0 SPATIAL AND SOCIAL ANALYSIS

4.0 POLICY CONTEXT

5.0 THE VISION

6.0 SPATIAL STRATEGY

6.1 Introduction6.2 Thematic Zones6.3 Integrated Infrastructure Development Framework6.4 Urban Design Framework6.5 Regeneration Zone Framework

- Zone 1. Pollokshaws Village Centre- Zone 2. White Cart Corridor- Zone 3. Shawbridge- Zone 4. Auldhouse Retail and Business Park- Zone 5 Stable Zone

SUMMARY STATEMENT

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For further information and an opportunity to discuss the Local Development Strategy, write to us at

Pollokshaws Local Development StrategyDevelopment and Regeneration Services229 George Street,Glasgow,G1 1QU

Phone David Dunlop at 0141-287-6097 or e:mail pollokshaws@glasgow.gov.uk or david.dunlop@drs.glasgow.gov.uk

for hard copies of the LDS , please contact

or other formats of the document e.g. CD, large print (text only)Shahida Ali - Clerical Assistant atshahida.ali@drs.glasgow.gov.uk or phone 0141 287 8621

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FOREWORD

CONTACT DETAILS

1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

2.0 INTRODUCTION

3.0 SPATIAL AND SOCIAL ANALYSIS

4.0 POLICY CONTEXT

5.0 THE VISION

6.0 SPATIAL STRATEGY

6.1 Introduction6.2 Thematic Zones6.3 Integrated Infrastructure Development Framework6.4 Urban Design Framework6.5 Regeneration Zone Framework

- Zone 1. Pollokshaws Village Centre- Zone 2. White Cart Corridor- Zone 3. Shawbridge- Zone 4. Auldhouse Retail and Business Park- Zone 5 Stable Zone

SUMMARY STATEMENT

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Please note:All maps reproduced by permission of Ordnance Surveyon behalf of HMSO. c Crown Copyright and database right 2009.All rights reserved. Ordnance Survey License number 100023379.

For further information and an opportunity to discuss the Local Development Strategy, write to us at

Pollokshaws Local Development StrategyDevelopment and Regeneration Services229 George Street,Glasgow,G1 1QU

Phone David Dunlop at 0141-287-6097 or e:mail pollokshaws@glasgow.gov.uk or david.dunlop@drs.glasgow.gov.uk

for hard copies of the LDS , please contact

or other formats of the document e.g. CD, large print (text only)Shahida Ali - Clerical Assistant atshahida.ali@drs.glasgow.gov.uk or phone 0141 287 8621

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Consultative Draft

City Plan 2

“To establish a new quarter in the southside of Glasgow that

responds to the area’s rich heritage and rekindles a village

atmosphere.

The village will place the White Cart and Pollok Park at its heart and

will seek to capitalise on its excellent transport network to create a

sustainable community meeting people’s needs for housing choice,

local services and healthy urban living”

Pollokshaws is at the start of a new regeneration process. The Council is supporting this process by preparing the following Local Development Strategy which sets out the Council and community's vision for the area over the next ten years to 2021.

The Pollokshaws Local Development Strategy (Final Draft) follows on from the widely circulated Consultative Draft published in February 2010. The responses which are summarised in the Consultation Programme Report (published September 2010) have been fundamental in guiding the development of this Final document.

The Pollokshaws LDS Consultative Draft received strong support from stakeholders and confirmed their aspiration to develop a phased regeneration programme over the next ten years. The feedback showed Pollokshaws residents and stakeholders were supportive of proposed changes for the renewal of the area so as to capitalise on Pollokshaws' rich heritage and location. It is the aim of this strategy to provide a more detailed and coordinated approach to regeneration in Pollokshaws, bringing forward development policy frameworks, proposals and guidance that will provide a context for future planning decisions.

City Plan 2 states that Local Development Strategies will be prepared for specific parts of the City where there is an opportunity to achieve successful regeneration through 'changing circumstances or emerging opportunities'. An approved Local Development Strategy will therefore constitute a material consideration when determining planning applications.

This may lead to local changes in Development Policy Principle (DPP) designations which in turn could have a significant impact on the renewal of Pollokshaws. Local Development Strategies will also be reflected in future City Plan reviews.

In addition to considering City Plan policy, the LDS is informed by the Glasgow's New Economic Strategy and Sustainable Glasgow Initiative. The document is also guided by the Pollokshaws Regeneration Scoping Study, and the Transformational Regeneration Areas (TRA’s) Business plan & Market appraisal prepared by the TRA Partners (see page 13) and the recently published The Burgh of Pollokshaws Design Study.

“To establish a new quarter in the southside of Glasgow that

responds to the area’s rich heritage and rekindles a village

atmosphere.

The village will place the White Cart and Pollok Park at its heart and

will seek to capitalise on its excellent transport network to create a

sustainable community meeting people’s needs for housing choice,

local services and healthy urban living”

The Council’s Vision for Pollokshaws is:

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Consultative Draft

City Plan 2

“To establish a new quarter in the southside of Glasgow that

responds to the area’s rich heritage and rekindles a village

atmosphere.

The village will place the White Cart and Pollok Park at its heart and

will seek to capitalise on its excellent transport network to create a

sustainable community meeting people’s needs for housing choice,

local services and healthy urban living”

Pollokshaws is at the start of a new regeneration process. The Council is supporting this process by preparing the following Local Development Strategy which sets out the Council and community's vision for the area over the next ten years to 2021.

The Pollokshaws Local Development Strategy (Final Draft) follows on from the widely circulated Consultative Draft published in February 2010. The responses which are summarised in the Consultation Programme Report (published September 2010) have been fundamental in guiding the development of this Final document.

The Pollokshaws LDS Consultative Draft received strong support from stakeholders and confirmed their aspiration to develop a phased regeneration programme over the next ten years. The feedback showed Pollokshaws residents and stakeholders were supportive of proposed changes for the renewal of the area so as to capitalise on Pollokshaws' rich heritage and location. It is the aim of this strategy to provide a more detailed and coordinated approach to regeneration in Pollokshaws, bringing forward development policy frameworks, proposals and guidance that will provide a context for future planning decisions.

City Plan 2 states that Local Development Strategies will be prepared for specific parts of the City where there is an opportunity to achieve successful regeneration through 'changing circumstances or emerging opportunities'. An approved Local Development Strategy will therefore constitute a material consideration when determining planning applications.

This may lead to local changes in Development Policy Principle (DPP) designations which in turn could have a significant impact on the renewal of Pollokshaws. Local Development Strategies will also be reflected in future City Plan reviews.

In addition to considering City Plan policy, the LDS is informed by the Glasgow's New Economic Strategy and Sustainable Glasgow Initiative. The document is also guided by the Pollokshaws Regeneration Scoping Study, and the Transformational Regeneration Areas (TRA’s) Business plan & Market appraisal prepared by the TRA Partners (see page 13) and the recently published The Burgh of Pollokshaws Design Study.

“To establish a new quarter in the southside of Glasgow that

responds to the area’s rich heritage and rekindles a village

atmosphere.

The village will place the White Cart and Pollok Park at its heart and

will seek to capitalise on its excellent transport network to create a

sustainable community meeting people’s needs for housing choice,

local services and healthy urban living”

The Council’s Vision for Pollokshaws is:

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Map 02 LDS Boundary

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LDS Boundary

Aerial view of SCA Packaging SiteMap 03 SCA Packaging Site Map 04 GHA Program Boundary

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Map 01 Pollokshaws in a city wide context

The Council will use the LDS to set out its requirement for:

! Integrated development frameworks that promote Pollokshaws as a thriving and distinct urban neighbourhood with the southside (see Map 01)

! A n e w a p p r o a c h t o infrastructure which seeks to combine movement with greenspace, and greenspace with waterspace

! A comprehensive approach to “placemaking” and urban design through a series of masterplans led by key partners

! A policy framework to develop the historic and cultural aspects that give Pollokshaws its unique identity

! New development to be of a scale and design appropriate to its local context

The Council recognises the regeneration of Pollokshaws will take time. The success of the LDS will depend on securing sufficient public and private investment. The recent economic downturn has evidently had an impact and this may depress private and public sector development in the early period of the LDS. However work carried out in realtion to the TRA business plan, points to a strong development potential for the area, despite the economic downturn.

1.1 PURPOSE OF THE LDS1.1 PURPOSE OF THE LDS

The Council will, with various development partners, seek to take advantage of changing circumstances and new opportunities as they arise. The LDS will be reviewed at regular intervals, particularly at the five year mid point, to ensure that the strategy continues to remain relevant against the context of change in the city and national economy. It is important to recognise however that the LDS recommends a long term view of how the area should be taken forward. Map 2 below shows the LDS Boundary.

A Local Development Strategy for Pollokshaws has been prepared by the Council to provide supplementary guidance for City Plan 2 which addresses the following:-

! Concerns raised by the community through the Pollokshaws Regeneration Group

! The re-designation of the SCA Packaging site from Industry and Business to Residential (see Map 03 below)

! Provision of appropriate guidance regarding development and design for potential investors in Pollokshaws

! The requirement for a planning and development context for investment decisions, particularly in relation to the Shawbridge TRA

! Providing an opportunity for the engagement of local people in the decision making process

The Council's decision to prepare the Pollokshaws Local Development Strategy was also prompted by a number of converging factors:-

! A need to unlock the potential of properties and land owned and managed by Glasgow City Council and the GHA

! Provision of guidance for the TRA Partners (see page 13) in taking forward the regeneration of the Shawbridge TRA (see Map 04 below)

! Issues of poor demand and maintenance

! The need for a coordinated approach to development

! Opportunities for development as a result of the White Cart Flood Prevention Scheme (WCFPS) undertaken by the Council and its partners

! A major problem of social exclusion

! A range of housing and regeneration issues within the wider city context

2.1 WHY A LOCAL DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY WAS PREPARED2.1 WHY A LOCAL DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY WAS PREPARED

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Map 02 LDS Boundary

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LDS Boundary

Aerial view of SCA Packaging SiteMap 03 SCA Packaging Site Map 04 GHA Program Boundary

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Reproduced by permission ofOrdnance Survey on behalf ofHMSO. c Crown Copyright anddatabase right 2009.All rights reserved.Ordnance Survey License number100023379.

Map 01 Pollokshaws in a city wide context

The Council will use the LDS to set out its requirement for:

! Integrated development frameworks that promote Pollokshaws as a thriving and distinct urban neighbourhood with the southside (see Map 01)

! A n e w a p p r o a c h t o infrastructure which seeks to combine movement with greenspace, and greenspace with waterspace

! A comprehensive approach to “placemaking” and urban design through a series of masterplans led by key partners

! A policy framework to develop the historic and cultural aspects that give Pollokshaws its unique identity

! New development to be of a scale and design appropriate to its local context

The Council recognises the regeneration of Pollokshaws will take time. The success of the LDS will depend on securing sufficient public and private investment. The recent economic downturn has evidently had an impact and this may depress private and public sector development in the early period of the LDS. However work carried out in realtion to the TRA business plan, points to a strong development potential for the area, despite the economic downturn.

1.1 PURPOSE OF THE LDS1.1 PURPOSE OF THE LDS

The Council will, with various development partners, seek to take advantage of changing circumstances and new opportunities as they arise. The LDS will be reviewed at regular intervals, particularly at the five year mid point, to ensure that the strategy continues to remain relevant against the context of change in the city and national economy. It is important to recognise however that the LDS recommends a long term view of how the area should be taken forward. Map 2 below shows the LDS Boundary.

A Local Development Strategy for Pollokshaws has been prepared by the Council to provide supplementary guidance for City Plan 2 which addresses the following:-

! Concerns raised by the community through the Pollokshaws Regeneration Group

! The re-designation of the SCA Packaging site from Industry and Business to Residential (see Map 03 below)

! Provision of appropriate guidance regarding development and design for potential investors in Pollokshaws

! The requirement for a planning and development context for investment decisions, particularly in relation to the Shawbridge TRA

! Providing an opportunity for the engagement of local people in the decision making process

The Council's decision to prepare the Pollokshaws Local Development Strategy was also prompted by a number of converging factors:-

! A need to unlock the potential of properties and land owned and managed by Glasgow City Council and the GHA

! Provision of guidance for the TRA Partners (see page 13) in taking forward the regeneration of the Shawbridge TRA (see Map 04 below)

! Issues of poor demand and maintenance

! The need for a coordinated approach to development

! Opportunities for development as a result of the White Cart Flood Prevention Scheme (WCFPS) undertaken by the Council and its partners

! A major problem of social exclusion

! A range of housing and regeneration issues within the wider city context

2.1 WHY A LOCAL DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY WAS PREPARED2.1 WHY A LOCAL DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY WAS PREPARED

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2.2 WHAT THE LDS PROVIDES2.2 WHAT THE LDS PROVIDES

As outlined in City Plan 2, this Local Development Strategy will provide supplementary planning guidance to support and guide the future regeneration of Pollokshaws. In essence, the LDS will set out a framework for the future use and development of key buildings, spaces and facilities within Pollokshaws, ensuring introduced change is of an appropriate scope and scale.

2.2.1 Document Structure

The LDS comprises two key components.

1.)Strategic Framework: This will comprise a spatial, social and policy analysis and assessment of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.

2.)Spatial Strategy: This section outlines the three spatial frameworks which will inform new development in Pollokshaws. The spatial frameworks are as follows:

! Integrated Infrastructure Development Framework

! Urban Design Framework

! Regeneration Zone Framework

This section sets out the Council's preferred approach to development and design in these areas of change by reference to five key Regeneration Zone areas, covering topics such as development and land uses, movement network, design and built form, green network and open space, and access to services and facilities. In accordance with City Plan 2, a Policy Framework for each Regeneration Zone area will also be outlined.

An Implementation Strategy will also be detailed. This will set out development priorities and a plan describing actions that can be undertaken locally to enhance the quality of the environment.

2.3 CONSULTATION REPORT2.3 CONSULTATION REPORT

As part of the process for preparing this Final Draft, the Council published a Consultation Draft in February 2010 and launched a consultation programme to provide an opportunity for feedback from the community, stakeholders and wider public.

The consultation programme commenced on 15th February 2010 and continued until 2nd May 2010. The programme involved:

! Consultation/awareness events: A public meeting was held on 6th April 2010 at The Pollokshaws Burgh Hall and subsequent meetings with various community groups such as the Pollokshaws Seniors Forum, Cart Blanche, Pollokshaws Regeneration Group and Pollokshaws Settlement and Integration Network were also undertaken

! A public exhibition at the Pollokshaws Library was also held for people to view and comment on the document

! The use of a dedicated webpage to enable online feedback

! Hard copy and email flyers issued to local businesses, organisations and members of the public

! Distribution of consultation packs

! Publicising in local newspapers to capture those who may not have been included in the consultation programme

! Display of posters in key buildings

Survey questionnaires were also issued throughout the consultation programme to document respondents' views and invitations to comment on the LDS were distributed to a range of stakeholders to ensure all views were articulated. The findings of the consultation were published in September 2010.

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2.2 WHAT THE LDS PROVIDES2.2 WHAT THE LDS PROVIDES

As outlined in City Plan 2, this Local Development Strategy will provide supplementary planning guidance to support and guide the future regeneration of Pollokshaws. In essence, the LDS will set out a framework for the future use and development of key buildings, spaces and facilities within Pollokshaws, ensuring introduced change is of an appropriate scope and scale.

2.2.1 Document Structure

The LDS comprises two key components.

1.)Strategic Framework: This will comprise a spatial, social and policy analysis and assessment of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.

2.)Spatial Strategy: This section outlines the three spatial frameworks which will inform new development in Pollokshaws. The spatial frameworks are as follows:

! Integrated Infrastructure Development Framework

! Urban Design Framework

! Regeneration Zone Framework

This section sets out the Council's preferred approach to development and design in these areas of change by reference to five key Regeneration Zone areas, covering topics such as development and land uses, movement network, design and built form, green network and open space, and access to services and facilities. In accordance with City Plan 2, a Policy Framework for each Regeneration Zone area will also be outlined.

An Implementation Strategy will also be detailed. This will set out development priorities and a plan describing actions that can be undertaken locally to enhance the quality of the environment.

2.3 CONSULTATION REPORT2.3 CONSULTATION REPORT

As part of the process for preparing this Final Draft, the Council published a Consultation Draft in February 2010 and launched a consultation programme to provide an opportunity for feedback from the community, stakeholders and wider public.

The consultation programme commenced on 15th February 2010 and continued until 2nd May 2010. The programme involved:

! Consultation/awareness events: A public meeting was held on 6th April 2010 at The Pollokshaws Burgh Hall and subsequent meetings with various community groups such as the Pollokshaws Seniors Forum, Cart Blanche, Pollokshaws Regeneration Group and Pollokshaws Settlement and Integration Network were also undertaken

! A public exhibition at the Pollokshaws Library was also held for people to view and comment on the document

! The use of a dedicated webpage to enable online feedback

! Hard copy and email flyers issued to local businesses, organisations and members of the public

! Distribution of consultation packs

! Publicising in local newspapers to capture those who may not have been included in the consultation programme

! Display of posters in key buildings

Survey questionnaires were also issued throughout the consultation programme to document respondents' views and invitations to comment on the LDS were distributed to a range of stakeholders to ensure all views were articulated. The findings of the consultation were published in September 2010.

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2.4 CONSULTATION FINDINGS2.4 CONSULTATION FINDINGS

Overall, respondents felt positive about the potential for Pollokshaws to develop as a vibrant City quarter. Respondents were supportive of the proposed changes to develop Pollokshaws as a thriving new community in which to introduce a mix of people and employment opportunities.

For many participants the key changes focused upon:

! Housing Provision and use of vacant sites - A reduction in density of housing and introduction of mixed housing types to encourage a wide range of people into the area

! Retail/service Provision - An appropriate solution for Shawbridge Arcade

! Leisure/sports facilities - Introduction of new sporting and recreational facilities

! Public realm - Promoting improvements within the core Shawbridge area

Furthermore, respondents felt that the future role of Pollokshaws should focus upon creating:

! A mixed community which contains a broader range of high quality facilities to provide for existing and potential residents

! A well-connected centre to enable ease of movement in and around Pollokshaws

! A predominantly residential area to reflect the low density scale which once existed in Pollokshaws

! A neighbourhood which has good access to services in neighbouring centres as well as the city centre and beyond

In early 2011, the TRA partners (the Scottish Government, Glasgow City Council and the Glasgow Housing Association) adopted a Citywide Business Plan. The purpose of the Business Plan was to build a business case to take forward a second phase of TRA Activations. The Business Plan concluded that Shawbridge should be considered within the next phase of activations. The next stage in the process prior to activation will require the development of a Regeneration Delivery Framework, the purpose of which is to:

2.5 TRA PARTNERS2.5 TRA PARTNERS

! Reappraise the physical proposals in light of the changed economic markets conditions

! Incorporate the recommendations of the TRA Business Plan; and

! Present options and recommendations around the approach to and phasing of future delivery, subject to the necessary permissions

The study will be focussed on delivery and the production of a framework that seeks to optimise conditions for programme delivery, private sector engagement and the planning process and will aim to:

! Provide a clear outline plan for the future development and regeneration of Shawbridge with a focus on high quality urban design and placemaking, whilst maximising the potential of key development sites and reflecting current market conditions

! Prepare a robust delivery Strategy with projectsand development phases, linked to a programme that can be phased and realised in keeping with the overall vision for the TRA. This must include the clear identification of a site and tenure mix for a phase one development, including social housing and a second phase of housing for sale, also highlighting the potential for other / commercial development opportunities as well

! Consider provision of a planning framework and early consultation with Glasgow City Council planners sufficient to encourage engagement with private developers

! Provide recommendations to TRA partners re lat ive to del ivery approach, including approaches to the procurement of delivery / development partners (already addressed in the TRA Business Plan), housing mix (including market potential for intermediary tenure in the first phase) and commercial elements

! Consider over-arching site engineering implications, relative to delivery and inclusive of roads, infrastructure and surface water management development constraints

Following the conclusion of this study, the TRA partners would present the findings to the Citywide TRA Partnership (Shadow) Board for approval and request formal activation of the TRA by Scottish Ministers.

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2.4 CONSULTATION FINDINGS2.4 CONSULTATION FINDINGS

Overall, respondents felt positive about the potential for Pollokshaws to develop as a vibrant City quarter. Respondents were supportive of the proposed changes to develop Pollokshaws as a thriving new community in which to introduce a mix of people and employment opportunities.

For many participants the key changes focused upon:

! Housing Provision and use of vacant sites - A reduction in density of housing and introduction of mixed housing types to encourage a wide range of people into the area

! Retail/service Provision - An appropriate solution for Shawbridge Arcade

! Leisure/sports facilities - Introduction of new sporting and recreational facilities

! Public realm - Promoting improvements within the core Shawbridge area

Furthermore, respondents felt that the future role of Pollokshaws should focus upon creating:

! A mixed community which contains a broader range of high quality facilities to provide for existing and potential residents

! A well-connected centre to enable ease of movement in and around Pollokshaws

! A predominantly residential area to reflect the low density scale which once existed in Pollokshaws

! A neighbourhood which has good access to services in neighbouring centres as well as the city centre and beyond

In early 2011, the TRA partners (the Scottish Government, Glasgow City Council and the Glasgow Housing Association) adopted a Citywide Business Plan. The purpose of the Business Plan was to build a business case to take forward a second phase of TRA Activations. The Business Plan concluded that Shawbridge should be considered within the next phase of activations. The next stage in the process prior to activation will require the development of a Regeneration Delivery Framework, the purpose of which is to:

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! Reappraise the physical proposals in light of the changed economic markets conditions

! Incorporate the recommendations of the TRA Business Plan; and

! Present options and recommendations around the approach to and phasing of future delivery, subject to the necessary permissions

The study will be focussed on delivery and the production of a framework that seeks to optimise conditions for programme delivery, private sector engagement and the planning process and will aim to:

! Provide a clear outline plan for the future development and regeneration of Shawbridge with a focus on high quality urban design and placemaking, whilst maximising the potential of key development sites and reflecting current market conditions

! Prepare a robust delivery Strategy with projectsand development phases, linked to a programme that can be phased and realised in keeping with the overall vision for the TRA. This must include the clear identification of a site and tenure mix for a phase one development, including social housing and a second phase of housing for sale, also highlighting the potential for other / commercial development opportunities as well

! Consider provision of a planning framework and early consultation with Glasgow City Council planners sufficient to encourage engagement with private developers

! Provide recommendations to TRA partners re lat ive to del ivery approach, including approaches to the procurement of delivery / development partners (already addressed in the TRA Business Plan), housing mix (including market potential for intermediary tenure in the first phase) and commercial elements

! Consider over-arching site engineering implications, relative to delivery and inclusive of roads, infrastructure and surface water management development constraints

Following the conclusion of this study, the TRA partners would present the findings to the Citywide TRA Partnership (Shadow) Board for approval and request formal activation of the TRA by Scottish Ministers.

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From its peak early in the 20th Century, many buildings began to fall into a state of neglect and disrepair. As a result, in 1957 Pollokshaws was identified as a Comprehensive Development Area. As part of this process, Pollokshaws underwent a major restructuring which saw much of the original urban fabric being demolished and redeveloped into high-rise housing. Several key historical buildings remain interspersed throughout the area, such as Pollokshaws Burgh Hall, Sir John Maxwell School, St Mary's Immaculate, Pollokshaws Church and Pollokshaws Parish Church as indicated in the following maps.

The maps (nos 05 to 07) shown below demonstrate the changes in the built form within Pollokshaws over the past century (1910 till 1975), the map (no 08) opposite shows Pollokshaws present day.

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Further comments centred upon improving safety within the area and reducing crime, with individual comments reiterating a need to preserve, enhance and improve place heritage, public transport facilities and the provision of local facilities and amenities. Consideration for sustainable transport within the strategy was also strongly emphasised.

To conclude, respondents felt the Council should focus on preserving and enhancing Pollokshaws' heritage whilst improving service provision by addressing the following key issues:

! Availability of high quality, low density mixed family housing

! Address provision of local facilities, amenities and quality retail, with particular focus on the remodelling of Shawbridge Arcade

! Introduction of recreation and educational facilities for all members of the community

! The maintenance, preservation and use of key buildings and spaces within Pollokshaws specifically the Burgh Hall, Sir John Maxwell School , Townshouse Square and Ashtree Park

! Improving cycle/pedestrian routes to support more sustainable methods of travel

! Accessibility to high quality public realm and open space

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Map no 06 Pollokshaws circa 1955

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Pollokshaws can be traced back to 1600 when a grain mill was set up alongside the White Cart. It then developed to become a handloom weaving village capitalising on its location adjacent to the River Cart. Designated a Burgh in 1812, Pollokshaws remained as such until 1912 when the area then merged into wider Glasgow.

From its peak early in the 20th Century, many buildings began to fall into a state of neglect and disrepair. As a result, in 1957 Pollokshaws was identified as a Comprehensive Development Area. As part of this process, Pollokshaws underwent a major restructuring which saw much of the original urban fabric being demolished and redeveloped into high-rise housing. Several key historical buildings remain interspersed throughout the area, such as Pollokshaws Burgh Hall, Sir John Maxwell School, St Mary's Immaculate, Pollokshaws Church and Pollokshaws Parish Church as indicated in the following maps.

The maps (nos 05 to 07) shown below demonstrate the changes in the built form within Pollokshaws over the past century (1910 till 1975), the map (no 08) opposite shows Pollokshaws present day.

3.0 SPATIAL & SOCIAL ANALYSIS3.0 SPATIAL & SOCIAL ANALYSIS

3.1 HISTORIC CONTENT3.1 HISTORIC CONTENT

Further comments centred upon improving safety within the area and reducing crime, with individual comments reiterating a need to preserve, enhance and improve place heritage, public transport facilities and the provision of local facilities and amenities. Consideration for sustainable transport within the strategy was also strongly emphasised.

To conclude, respondents felt the Council should focus on preserving and enhancing Pollokshaws' heritage whilst improving service provision by addressing the following key issues:

! Availability of high quality, low density mixed family housing

! Address provision of local facilities, amenities and quality retail, with particular focus on the remodelling of Shawbridge Arcade

! Introduction of recreation and educational facilities for all members of the community

! The maintenance, preservation and use of key buildings and spaces within Pollokshaws specifically the Burgh Hall, Sir John Maxwell School , Townshouse Square and Ashtree Park

! Improving cycle/pedestrian routes to support more sustainable methods of travel

! Accessibility to high quality public realm and open space

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Map 9 Strengths

Pollokshaws is situated approximately three miles to the south of Glasgow City Centre. The LDS area extends to 62 Hectares. As outlined in the Consultative Draft, the last Census in 2001 indicated that 3664 lived in the area. The census revealed that:-

! A higher proportion of residents were of pensionable age (+5%)

! Amongst local people there was a lower than average number in employment

! Family incomes were relatively low

! The population's illness rate is 3 times higher than the national average

! That the area presently houses 200 asylum seeker households from 42 different countries reflecting the temporary availability of vacant multi storey accommodation.

As a result of the recent regeneration within the area these statistics may have altered since the census was carried out.

A more detailed assessment of Pollokshaws is contained in the Pollokshaws Regeneration Scoping Study Report which was published in August 2005, Shawbridge Development Study Baseline Report, together with publications such as Old Pollokshaws by George Rountree, Villages of Glasgow by Aileen Smart and via the website of Pollokshaws Heritage

The SWOT analysis, informed by the consultation responses, provides an overarching assessment of the area's positive and negative features, identifying areas of opportunity and possible weaknesses.

Through undertaking this analysis, the Council can use the LDS to promote policies and actions which can guide and implement the process of change towards achieving the community's vision for the area's future. Building on strengths, being aware of threats, acting on opportunities and reducing weaknesses creates a useful context for proposals and policies promoted in the LDS.

The following summarises the key aspects of the SWOT analysis:

http://www.pollokshaws.org.uk

3.3.1 Strengths

The following Strengths were identified and are detailed in Map 9 opposite:

! Strong and supportive community

! Central location within the city’s southside and wider context

! Pollokshaws' Natural Heritage -

The White Cart is considered a key wildlife corridor, creating habitats for a range of plant and animal life. Amongst others these include: swifts, otters, foxes, mink and kingfishers. The Council intends to establish a strategy in which to manage and protect the area's rich bidiversity and ensure that this flourishes and thrives as a result

! Pollokshaws place heritage and historic buildings

! Good public transport links in and around Pollokshaws

! The White Cart -

The river also provides a key resource for leisure and recreational opportunities within Pollokshaws. Following the recent re-designation of the SCA packaging site to residential, the river will also provide an opportunity for housing in the future and through associated public realm improvements, may establish greater connections between Pollokshaws and the wider southside

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Map 9 Strengths

Pollokshaws is situated approximately three miles to the south of Glasgow City Centre. The LDS area extends to 62 Hectares. As outlined in the Consultative Draft, the last Census in 2001 indicated that 3664 lived in the area. The census revealed that:-

! A higher proportion of residents were of pensionable age (+5%)

! Amongst local people there was a lower than average number in employment

! Family incomes were relatively low

! The population's illness rate is 3 times higher than the national average

! That the area presently houses 200 asylum seeker households from 42 different countries reflecting the temporary availability of vacant multi storey accommodation.

As a result of the recent regeneration within the area these statistics may have altered since the census was carried out.

A more detailed assessment of Pollokshaws is contained in the Pollokshaws Regeneration Scoping Study Report which was published in August 2005, Shawbridge Development Study Baseline Report, together with publications such as Old Pollokshaws by George Rountree, Villages of Glasgow by Aileen Smart and via the website of Pollokshaws Heritage

The SWOT analysis, informed by the consultation responses, provides an overarching assessment of the area's positive and negative features, identifying areas of opportunity and possible weaknesses.

Through undertaking this analysis, the Council can use the LDS to promote policies and actions which can guide and implement the process of change towards achieving the community's vision for the area's future. Building on strengths, being aware of threats, acting on opportunities and reducing weaknesses creates a useful context for proposals and policies promoted in the LDS.

The following summarises the key aspects of the SWOT analysis:

http://www.pollokshaws.org.uk

3.3.1 Strengths

The following Strengths were identified and are detailed in Map 9 opposite:

! Strong and supportive community

! Central location within the city’s southside and wider context

! Pollokshaws' Natural Heritage -

The White Cart is considered a key wildlife corridor, creating habitats for a range of plant and animal life. Amongst others these include: swifts, otters, foxes, mink and kingfishers. The Council intends to establish a strategy in which to manage and protect the area's rich bidiversity and ensure that this flourishes and thrives as a result

! Pollokshaws place heritage and historic buildings

! Good public transport links in and around Pollokshaws

! The White Cart -

The river also provides a key resource for leisure and recreational opportunities within Pollokshaws. Following the recent re-designation of the SCA packaging site to residential, the river will also provide an opportunity for housing in the future and through associated public realm improvements, may establish greater connections between Pollokshaws and the wider southside

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3.3.2 Weaknesses

The following Weaknesses were identified and are detailed in Map10 opposite and will be addressed in further detail in the Spatial Strategy outlined in Chapter 6:

! Disconnected built form -

The existing built form presents problems of navigating easily through Pollokshaws and has also created issues of perceived safety in more secluded parts of the area

! Poor quality and limited retail provision, specifically within Shawbridge Arcade

! A lack of variety and quality of housing types available in the area, particularly within Shawbridge

! Disused and derelict vacant sites

! Poor accessibility and connectivity between certain areas and high volume of traffic through-flow in and around Pollokshaws, specifically along Pollokshaws Road, Nether Auldhouse Road, Shawbridge Street and Ashtree Road

! A lack of a defined place identity

! Limited provision of local facilities and amenities

3.3.3 Opportunities

The following Opportunities have been identified and are detailed in Map11 opposite:

! Development of safe and pleasant spaces for all

! Work in partnership with local stakeholders to deliver the ambitions of the LDS

! Remodelling of Shawbridge Arcade to provide a broader range of quality retail/local facilities

! Capitalise on historic buildings to provide additional community facilities

! Improve pedestrian and cycle connections in Pollokshaws and beyond

! Available land for development

! SCA change of policy

! Capitalise on place heritage to enhance place identity

! Through the TRA programme offer a more diverse range of house types and tenure options

! Riverside as a focal point for extending the area's green network and location for new high quality homes

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3.3.2 Weaknesses

The following Weaknesses were identified and are detailed in Map10 opposite and will be addressed in further detail in the Spatial Strategy outlined in Chapter 6:

! Disconnected built form -

The existing built form presents problems of navigating easily through Pollokshaws and has also created issues of perceived safety in more secluded parts of the area

! Poor quality and limited retail provision, specifically within Shawbridge Arcade

! A lack of variety and quality of housing types available in the area, particularly within Shawbridge

! Disused and derelict vacant sites

! Poor accessibility and connectivity between certain areas and high volume of traffic through-flow in and around Pollokshaws, specifically along Pollokshaws Road, Nether Auldhouse Road, Shawbridge Street and Ashtree Road

! A lack of a defined place identity

! Limited provision of local facilities and amenities

3.3.3 Opportunities

The following Opportunities have been identified and are detailed in Map11 opposite:

! Development of safe and pleasant spaces for all

! Work in partnership with local stakeholders to deliver the ambitions of the LDS

! Remodelling of Shawbridge Arcade to provide a broader range of quality retail/local facilities

! Capitalise on historic buildings to provide additional community facilities

! Improve pedestrian and cycle connections in Pollokshaws and beyond

! Available land for development

! SCA change of policy

! Capitalise on place heritage to enhance place identity

! Through the TRA programme offer a more diverse range of house types and tenure options

! Riverside as a focal point for extending the area's green network and location for new high quality homes

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Map 12 Threats

3.3.4 Threats

A number of threats were highlighted during the consultation programme, which are indicated in Map 12 opposite. These are as follows:

! Securing inward investment, particularly in relation to Shawbridge TRA and the Village Core

! Not adequately tackling the social issues in parallel with the physical renewal of the area

! Unable to find a sustainable use for key local buildings

! Coordination of stakeholder and community support to deliver the vision of the LDS

! Being unable to strike the right balance between future number of households vs the economic viability of a high quality regeneration

! Population uncertainty, creating difficulties in determining service provision for the local community

! Unable to positively change existing negative perceptions

! Population decline reduces demand for investment in new housing, local facilities/amenities, therefore impacting the potential regeneration of vacant sites

! Stakeholders changing their requirements for local services and facilities may reduce choice

! Ensuring surface water management is carried out to mitigate against flood risk and secure land for development

4.0 POLICY CONTEXT4.0 POLICY CONTEXT

The spatial strategy for Pollokshaws has been developed in line with all relevant national, regional and local planning policy frameworks. Government publications including 'Designing Streets', ‘Designing Places’ and 'Delivering Better Places in Scotland: A guide to learning from Broader Experience' have also been integral in guiding the development of this document.

These documents place emphasis on providing policy frameworks and guidance which raise the quality of design in urban and rural development to deliver better places in Scotland and create a strong sense of place. The LDS therefore provides a spatial framework which reinforces the Scottish Government's place-making agenda to develop distinctive, high quality places which provide communities with an important cultural context; a sense of pride and belonging; and a sense of place identity.

4.1 Strategic Policy Context

As outlined in the consultative draft, also of primary importance to the development of the LDS, is the economic policy for the city detailed in “A Step Change for Glasgow Glasgow's Ten Year Economic Strategy” published by the Council and Scottish Enterprise Glasgow in 2007.

Regeneration is a process of change. Whilst the Council's spatial policy frameworks such as the Development Plan provides guidance to any change process, it is important to assess change at a local level in relation to the Council's longer term ambitions for the city that may be expressed in other strategic policies.

The economic strategy sets out a vision for a city which will be strong, wealthy, skilled, safe and healthy. In practical terms the challenge of 'Step Change' means getting the basics of place making right. What is required therefore is high quality sustainable local neighbourhoods which:

! Are well connected to the city's infrastructure

! Attract and house a wide range of skills and talents, and which provide opportunities for learning

! Are places where communities can fully connect with one another and play an active role in driving the city forward

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Map 12 Threats

3.3.4 Threats

A number of threats were highlighted during the consultation programme, which are indicated in Map 12 opposite. These are as follows:

! Securing inward investment, particularly in relation to Shawbridge TRA and the Village Core

! Not adequately tackling the social issues in parallel with the physical renewal of the area

! Unable to find a sustainable use for key local buildings

! Coordination of stakeholder and community support to deliver the vision of the LDS

! Being unable to strike the right balance between future number of households vs the economic viability of a high quality regeneration

! Population uncertainty, creating difficulties in determining service provision for the local community

! Unable to positively change existing negative perceptions

! Population decline reduces demand for investment in new housing, local facilities/amenities, therefore impacting the potential regeneration of vacant sites

! Stakeholders changing their requirements for local services and facilities may reduce choice

! Ensuring surface water management is carried out to mitigate against flood risk and secure land for development

4.0 POLICY CONTEXT4.0 POLICY CONTEXT

The spatial strategy for Pollokshaws has been developed in line with all relevant national, regional and local planning policy frameworks. Government publications including 'Designing Streets', ‘Designing Places’ and 'Delivering Better Places in Scotland: A guide to learning from Broader Experience' have also been integral in guiding the development of this document.

These documents place emphasis on providing policy frameworks and guidance which raise the quality of design in urban and rural development to deliver better places in Scotland and create a strong sense of place. The LDS therefore provides a spatial framework which reinforces the Scottish Government's place-making agenda to develop distinctive, high quality places which provide communities with an important cultural context; a sense of pride and belonging; and a sense of place identity.

4.1 Strategic Policy Context

As outlined in the consultative draft, also of primary importance to the development of the LDS, is the economic policy for the city detailed in “A Step Change for Glasgow Glasgow's Ten Year Economic Strategy” published by the Council and Scottish Enterprise Glasgow in 2007.

Regeneration is a process of change. Whilst the Council's spatial policy frameworks such as the Development Plan provides guidance to any change process, it is important to assess change at a local level in relation to the Council's longer term ambitions for the city that may be expressed in other strategic policies.

The economic strategy sets out a vision for a city which will be strong, wealthy, skilled, safe and healthy. In practical terms the challenge of 'Step Change' means getting the basics of place making right. What is required therefore is high quality sustainable local neighbourhoods which:

! Are well connected to the city's infrastructure

! Attract and house a wide range of skills and talents, and which provide opportunities for learning

! Are places where communities can fully connect with one another and play an active role in driving the city forward

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5.1 VISION STATEMENT5.1 VISION STATEMENT

In line with the consultation responses from the draft LDS, the Council wants to use the regeneration process to respond positively to the area's rich heritage and establish a strong place identity. The Council wishes to recreate a village quarter in the southside by introducing planning and design policies that inject health and vibrancy into the area and support a sustainable built form.

The regeneration of Pollokshaws provides a unique opportunity to tackle some of the socio-economic and environmental issues within the area and for the regeneration of Pollokshaws to contribute significantly to the city's overall development. The strategic objectives to deliver the regeneration process are as follows:

! Create a sustainable community by offering greater employment choices, integrated networks, quality local services and open space provision

! Provide new, quality, affordable mixed housing for existing and potential residents

! Support, develop and enhance the public transport and cycle network to reduce the need for private vehicles

! Establish a successful, competitive retail core in the village centre by promoting mixed use developments

! Unlock the bio-diversity and 'green living' potential of the area by improving access to Pollok Park and the River Cart

! Develop and maintain a quality green network offering safe, welcoming and engaging spaces

! Recreating a sense of place and identity by capitalising on and promoting Pollokshaws heritage

5.2 STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES5.2 STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES

5.3 VISION SUMMARY5.3 VISION SUMMARY

In essence, Pollokshaws presents an opportunity to develop a community that combines urban living with a village lifestyle. It is the vision of the Council and its stakeholders to create a versatile, diverse and sustainable neighbourhood capable of providing for not only those within Pollokshaws but the wider southside as a whole

At a local neighbourhood level the broader economic “vision” should lead the Council, and its partners to offer neighbourhoods with:

! Parks and open spaces,

! Walkable streets

! Easy access to a range of transport modes,

! High quality buildings, public realm and spaces,

! Schools and access to facilities which meet the full range of community needs.

The LDS will therefore provide guidance for the creation of neighbourhoods relevant to the needs of both the immediate and wider areas, a safe place which meets local demands and which remains in demand for the long term.

4.2 Summary

It is the view of the Council that Pollokshaws should continue to play a key role within the context of an inter-connected “cluster of communities” which are centered around Queens Park, Shawlands and Pollok Park.

The Council believes there is now a significant opportunity to address a range of social exclusion issues within the Southside and for the regeneration of Pollokshaws to contribute significantly to the city's overall Economic Strategy, by using the local development strategy to seek to achieve this.

In essence to achieve the Economic Vision for Glasgow, Pollokshaws presents a unique and perhaps model opportunity in South Glasgow to create a “City Culture and Village Life” community.

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5.0 THE VISION5.0 THE VISION

5.1 VISION STATEMENT5.1 VISION STATEMENT

In line with the consultation responses from the draft LDS, the Council wants to use the regeneration process to respond positively to the area's rich heritage and establish a strong place identity. The Council wishes to recreate a village quarter in the southside by introducing planning and design policies that inject health and vibrancy into the area and support a sustainable built form.

The regeneration of Pollokshaws provides a unique opportunity to tackle some of the socio-economic and environmental issues within the area and for the regeneration of Pollokshaws to contribute significantly to the city's overall development. The strategic objectives to deliver the regeneration process are as follows:

! Create a sustainable community by offering greater employment choices, integrated networks, quality local services and open space provision

! Provide new, quality, affordable mixed housing for existing and potential residents

! Support, develop and enhance the public transport and cycle network to reduce the need for private vehicles

! Establish a successful, competitive retail core in the village centre by promoting mixed use developments

! Unlock the bio-diversity and 'green living' potential of the area by improving access to Pollok Park and the River Cart

! Develop and maintain a quality green network offering safe, welcoming and engaging spaces

! Recreating a sense of place and identity by capitalising on and promoting Pollokshaws heritage

5.2 STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES5.2 STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES

5.3 VISION SUMMARY5.3 VISION SUMMARY

In essence, Pollokshaws presents an opportunity to develop a community that combines urban living with a village lifestyle. It is the vision of the Council and its stakeholders to create a versatile, diverse and sustainable neighbourhood capable of providing for not only those within Pollokshaws but the wider southside as a whole

At a local neighbourhood level the broader economic “vision” should lead the Council, and its partners to offer neighbourhoods with:

! Parks and open spaces,

! Walkable streets

! Easy access to a range of transport modes,

! High quality buildings, public realm and spaces,

! Schools and access to facilities which meet the full range of community needs.

The LDS will therefore provide guidance for the creation of neighbourhoods relevant to the needs of both the immediate and wider areas, a safe place which meets local demands and which remains in demand for the long term.

4.2 Summary

It is the view of the Council that Pollokshaws should continue to play a key role within the context of an inter-connected “cluster of communities” which are centered around Queens Park, Shawlands and Pollok Park.

The Council believes there is now a significant opportunity to address a range of social exclusion issues within the Southside and for the regeneration of Pollokshaws to contribute significantly to the city's overall Economic Strategy, by using the local development strategy to seek to achieve this.

In essence to achieve the Economic Vision for Glasgow, Pollokshaws presents a unique and perhaps model opportunity in South Glasgow to create a “City Culture and Village Life” community.

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6.1 INTRODUCTION6.1 INTRODUCTION

This spatial strategy is the Council's supplementary planning policy. It will be delivered through the use of spatial frameworks, all of which, will have policy statements which will be used not only to encourage appropriate regeneration but also to assess proposals for new development.

6.1.1 The Spatial Frameworks for Pollokshaws

The spatial strategy comprises the following spatial frameworks:

1. Integrated Infrastructure Development Framework

2. Urban Design Framework

3. Regeneration Zone Framework

The Integrated Infrastructure Development Framework and Urban Design Framework provide a strategic context for proposals for new development. These policy statements relate to the whole LDS area.

The Regeneration Zone Framework however, provides development guidance and policy statements to guide regeneration on a more local level.

*N.B It is important to note that the Council will assess proposals on the basis of both the City Plan and all three frameworks.

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6.1 INTRODUCTION6.1 INTRODUCTION

This spatial strategy is the Council's supplementary planning policy. It will be delivered through the use of spatial frameworks, all of which, will have policy statements which will be used not only to encourage appropriate regeneration but also to assess proposals for new development.

6.1.1 The Spatial Frameworks for Pollokshaws

The spatial strategy comprises the following spatial frameworks:

1. Integrated Infrastructure Development Framework

2. Urban Design Framework

3. Regeneration Zone Framework

The Integrated Infrastructure Development Framework and Urban Design Framework provide a strategic context for proposals for new development. These policy statements relate to the whole LDS area.

The Regeneration Zone Framework however, provides development guidance and policy statements to guide regeneration on a more local level.

*N.B It is important to note that the Council will assess proposals on the basis of both the City Plan and all three frameworks.

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Map 13 Change Zones Map 14 Heritage Zones

It is useful to remember that in the Consultation Draft, the Council's spatial analysis created three thematic zones. These will continue to be used to inform the spatial strategy for the Final Draft:

The Council has identified a number of sites as areas of committed and potential change. Such change may include a r e v i e w o f l a n d u s e d e s i g n a t i o n , redevelopment/refurbishment of key sites and/or environmental improvements. Map 13 opposite indicates where change is anticipated.

6.2.1 CHANGE ZONES

6.2.2 HERITAGE ZONES

In the Council's consultation programme the community made it clear that Pollokshaws' historic fabric should be integral to achieving the vision for the area. Map 14 opposite outlines those buildings and areas of historic and cultural value. The Council wants to use the LDS to capitalise on these assets and promote the conservation and re-use of properties and land currently vacant or underused. The Council therefore expects to see Pollokshaws' heritage integrated into the design of new development proposals where appropriate. This approach will be supported by the LDS policy framework.

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Reproduced by permission of Ordnance Survey on behalf of HMSO. c Crown Copyright and database right 2009. All rights reserved.Ordnance Survey License number 100023379.

Map 13 Change Zones Map 14 Heritage Zones

It is useful to remember that in the Consultation Draft, the Council's spatial analysis created three thematic zones. These will continue to be used to inform the spatial strategy for the Final Draft:

The Council has identified a number of sites as areas of committed and potential change. Such change may include a r e v i e w o f l a n d u s e d e s i g n a t i o n , redevelopment/refurbishment of key sites and/or environmental improvements. Map 13 opposite indicates where change is anticipated.

6.2.1 CHANGE ZONES

6.2.2 HERITAGE ZONES

In the Council's consultation programme the community made it clear that Pollokshaws' historic fabric should be integral to achieving the vision for the area. Map 14 opposite outlines those buildings and areas of historic and cultural value. The Council wants to use the LDS to capitalise on these assets and promote the conservation and re-use of properties and land currently vacant or underused. The Council therefore expects to see Pollokshaws' heritage integrated into the design of new development proposals where appropriate. This approach will be supported by the LDS policy framework.

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Map 14 Greenspace Zones

6.2.3 GREENSPACE ZONES

The Council wants to conserve and improve the quality of Pollokshaws' greenspace to achieve the vision. The Council is however, prepared, under certain conditions outlined in the Development Plan, to permit development on greenspace but only where it will contribute to the vision. Map 15 details the areas that will be protected.

As part of its strategy to deliver sustainable urban development, the Council wants to use its planning frameworks to promote a new approach to infrastructure.

Over the last five years the Council has taken a new approach to regeneration by promoting and implementing an integrated approach to modernise infrastructure. For example the Council now regards greenspace as infrastructure and wishes to promote the concept of the development of infrastructure into coordinated networks.

Accordingly the Integrated Infrastructure Development Framework requires new development, particularly where it is of a significant scale, to integrate infrastructure by, whenever possible, combining investments in a sustainable Movement Network, a sustainable Greenspace Network and a sustainable Surface Water Network.

To inform the LDS the Council, the Glasgow & Clyde Valley Structure Plan Team, the Green Network Partnership and other agencies i nc lud ing Sco t t i sh Wate r and SEPA commissioned the 'Pollokshaws Surface Water Management Strategy' to bring forward a strategic approach to the development of Green Network (see 6.3.1), a Movement Network (see 6.3.2) and a Surface Water Management Plan (see 6.3.3).

This research indicates that not only is there considerable scope to deliver each of the different infrastructure networks, but that there is potential for integrating infrastructure into a multi-functional network combining water management with green spaces and with walking/cycling routes.

This Council wishes to exploit the potential of multi-functionality in its Integrated Infrastructure Development Framework wherever appropriate to address issues relating to the quality of the physical environment, and to its wider socio -economic objectives related, for example, to population health.

Providing quality walking and cycling and public transport infrastructure and delivering better quality open spaces, and choices related to movement is central to the Council's concept of Integrated Infrastructure and the achievement of other corporate objectives such as improving population health.

The Integrated Infrastructure Development Framework will therefore seek to encourage developers to work with the Council to:-

! Install a green network of quality open spaces and quality paths

! Establish an integrated network for walking and cycling paths linked to the use of public transport

! Create regional SUDS schemes and strategic conveyance routes

! Use development to upgrade the road & path network

The regulatory context for example, for surface water management is evolving and developers and property owners should seek up to date guidance on the delivery and maintenance from the Council in the first instance.

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Map 14 Greenspace Zones

6.2.3 GREENSPACE ZONES

The Council wants to conserve and improve the quality of Pollokshaws' greenspace to achieve the vision. The Council is however, prepared, under certain conditions outlined in the Development Plan, to permit development on greenspace but only where it will contribute to the vision. Map 15 details the areas that will be protected.

As part of its strategy to deliver sustainable urban development, the Council wants to use its planning frameworks to promote a new approach to infrastructure.

Over the last five years the Council has taken a new approach to regeneration by promoting and implementing an integrated approach to modernise infrastructure. For example the Council now regards greenspace as infrastructure and wishes to promote the concept of the development of infrastructure into coordinated networks.

Accordingly the Integrated Infrastructure Development Framework requires new development, particularly where it is of a significant scale, to integrate infrastructure by, whenever possible, combining investments in a sustainable Movement Network, a sustainable Greenspace Network and a sustainable Surface Water Network.

To inform the LDS the Council, the Glasgow & Clyde Valley Structure Plan Team, the Green Network Partnership and other agencies i nc lud ing Sco t t i sh Wate r and SEPA commissioned