Horae Lea Sustainability Strategy

The Kensington, 263 Kensington High Street
Hoare Lea
9.13 Sustainability Strategy
On behalf of Minerva (Holland Park) Ltd, April 2015
Minerva (Holland Park) Ltd
Sustainability Strategy (SSP B1)

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REP-2310355-11-RH-20150401-Sustainability Strategy (SSP B1)-Rev 03

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Contents
1.0 Executive Summary 4

4.2 Climate Change Adaptation 19 7.0 Appendix B – CfSH Pre-Assessment Summary
28
4.3 Pollution Management 21
2.0 Introduction 5 7.1 Executive Summary 28
2.1 The Application 5
7.2 Credit Assessment Summary 28
5.0 Conclusions 25
2.2 Policies and Drivers 6
8.0 Appendix C – BREEAM Pre-Assessment

6.0 Appendix A – Policy Context 26 Summary 29
3.0 Sustainability Strategy Summary 7
6.1 Local Planning Policy 26 8.1 Executive Summary 29
6.2 The Building Regulations 27 8.2 Credit Assessment Summary 29
4.0 Sustainability Statement 8
6.3 London Plan 27
4.1 Resource Management 8


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1.0 Executive Summary The fit-out of the cinema (Use Class D2), office (use Class B1) and retail space (use Class A1, A2, A3
and D1) are the responsibility of the future tenants. However, tenants would be encouraged to select
water efficient fixtures and fittings and would be required to adhere to the requirements of the Building
The Application Regulations Part G at the time of construction.
This strategy has been prepared on behalf of Minerva (Holland Park) Ltd. hereafter referred to as the
Applicant, in support of a full planning application for The Kensington, 263 Kensington High Street, Materials
hereafter referred to as the Proposed Development. The Proposed Development is sited within the Building elements would be selected in accordance with the BRE Green Guide to Specification, with
Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC). the aim of selecting elements in the range A+ to C to minimise environmental effect. Wherever possible,
recycled aggregates would be used to limit use of virgin materials.
This strategy presents the sustainability strategy for the Proposed Development and responds to
relevant policies contained within the Greater London Authority (GLA) London Plan (2015), the Insulation would be specified to minimise Global Warming Potential (GWP) and Ozone Depletion
supplementary planning guidance on Sustainable Design and Construction (2014), and the policies of Potential (ODP). All timber used at the Proposed Development would be FSC certified.
the RBKC Core Strategy (2010) including the partial review.
Waste
Environmental Assessment The contractor would be required to produce and adhere to a Site Waste Management Plan a draft of
The dwellings would achieve the equivalent to the former Code for Sustainable Homes (CFSH) ‘Level which is included in the Application which clearly sets out requirements to maximise diversion of
4’ rating. Please refer to Appendix B for a pre-assessment summary, demonstrating that the Proposed demolition and construction waste from landfill.
Development is anticipated to achieve the equivalent of a score of 71.74 (the minimum for ‘Level 4’ is
68). Dwellings would be provided with sufficient bin storage to accommodate non-recyclable and segregated
recyclable waste, within the demise of each dwelling in a fixed location.
The non-domestic areas, including the Cinema, retail and office would be assessed together to achieve
a BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating. Appendix C contains a pre-assessment summary, demonstrating that the The Design and Access Statement sets out the proposals for Waste at the Proposed Development and
Proposed Development is anticipated to achieve a score of 70.64 (the minimum for an ‘Excellent’ rating the Delivery and Servicing plan includes general waste, recyclables and food waste in dwellings and
is 70). commercial spaces.
Inclusive Design Retail and commercial users would be provided with access to a segregated waste store (away from
All apartments within the Proposed Development are capable through detailed design of meeting residents’ waste store) to prevent mixing of waste streams. Sufficient bin storage would be provided to
Lifetime Homes standards.10% of all units would be wheelchair accessible or easily adaptable for enable sorting of recyclable waste.
wheelchair users to ensure that the design is fully inclusive, and that the Proposed Development is
Transport
accessible and useable for all. The principles of Secured by Design would be adopted at the Proposed
Secure cycle storage would be provided at the Proposed Development for residents, tenants and
Development to ensure the safety and security of all users.
visitors to maximise the potential for sustainable transport to the Site.
Energy & CO2 Emission Reduction Strategy
The Site is close to public transport links. It is within 500 metres of High Street Kensington underground
The Proposed Development would reduce energy demand through passive design and energy
station and has multiple bus stops nearby on High Street Kensington and Earls Court Road. The Site
efficiency measures such as best practice levels of insulation, and low fabric air permeability.
has a PTAL rating of 6a, equivalent to ‘Excellent’.
In addition, a Combined Heat and Power (CHP) engine would be implemented to provide 100% of the
Biodiversity
hot water requirement, and a portion of the space heating requirement to the private dwellings at the
The Proposed Development would benefit from an area of green roof and private gardens for residents
Proposed Development. Photovoltaics are proposed for suitable roof areas to generate electricity for
of the townhouses. The mature trees to the northern boundary of the Proposed Development would be
use in landlord areas such as lighting and lifts of the Proposed Development.
protected during the construction phase and retained.
These measures are anticipated to reduce regulated CO2 emissions from the Proposed Development
Pollution
by 21% beyond the requirements of the Building Regulations Part L 2013.
The heating plant would be selected to minimise the production of Nitrous Oxide (NOx), Particulate
Water Matter (PM) or other pollutants from the Proposed Development.
Dwellings at the Proposed Development would be supplied with water efficient fixtures and fittings.
Car parking is located in levels B1 and B2 and therefore would not produce pollution through surface
These would be selected to ensure that water consumption is limited to 105 litres per person per day,
water run off.
in accordance with the mandatory requirements of the former CfSH issue Wat 1 (Indoor Water Use) to
achieve ‘Level 4’.


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2.0 Introduction
2.1 The Application

Figure 2.1: Site Plan.
This strategy has been prepared on behalf of Minerva (Holland Park) Ltd hereafter referred to as the
Applicant, in support of a full planning application for the Proposed Development known as The
Kensington, 263 Kensington High Street, hereafter referred to as the Proposed Development. The
Proposed Development is sited within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC).
Development Description
Demolition of the former Post Office delivery office, Whitlock House office building and the cinema
building with retention of the cinema façade to Kensington High Street, and construction of a basement
and buildings to provide cinema facilities. 62 residential units (including affordable housing units for
elderly people) and associated residential facilities, retail and office accommodation, car parking
spaces, cycle parking, plant, hard and soft landscaping, public realm improvements and associated
works.
Site Context
The Site is located near the junction of Earls Court Road and Kensington High Street. The rear of the
site extends to Pembroke Place.
The Site currently comprises a cinema building and hard-standing for the cinema. The application site
also includes the adjacent former Royal Mail sorting office and Whitlock House, an office building, with
retail at the ground floor fronting onto Earls Court Road.
Aim
The aim of this statement is to detail a robust approach to sustainability to enable the Proposed
Development to meet the priorities and best practice of the Mayor’s Sustainable Design and
Construction Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) (2014), as well as the relevant policies within
the Development Plan, consisting of the London Plan (2015) and local policies adopted by RBKC.


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2.2 Policies and Drivers Building Regulations Part L 2013

Current Policy Framework The assessment of the Proposed Development against policy targets has been carried out using Part
L 2013.
The policies considered when preparing this strategy are contained in the London Plan (GLA, 2015)
including the Further Alterations to the London Plan (FALP) March 2015 and the Local Development Criterion one requires that the building as designed is not predicted to generate CO 2 emissions in
Framework (LDF) documents of RBKC. excess of that set by the Target Emission Rate (TER) calculated in accordance with the approved
Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) 2009. Part L (2013) requires the following reductions:
The impact of the Ministerial Statement of March 2015 has been summarised in the Planning Statement
submitted in support of the Application. a A 6% aggregate reduction in CO2 emissions beyond the requirements of Part L 2010 for
dwellings; and
The Proposed Development constitutes a ‘major development’ (>10 dwellings and/or >1,000m 2 of
commercial floor space) and is therefore subject to the policies of the GLA, contained within the London b A 9% aggregate reduction in CO2 emissions beyond the requirements of Part L 2010 for non-
Plan. domestic buildings.
The policies of RBKC are contained within the Local Plan (LP) documents. Criterion two places upper limits on the efficiency of controlled fittings and services for example, an
upper limit to an external wall U-value of 0.30W/m2.K (dwellings).
Those applicable to the Proposed Development are:
Part L 2013 requires the following performance targets to be met
a RBKC Unitary Development Plan – Extant (Saved) Policies
 Target Fabric Energy Efficiency (TFEE). The TFEE is calculated independently for each
b RBKC Core Strategy
dwelling, based upon an elemental recipe of efficiency parameters, applied to the geometry of
c Supplementary Planning Documents (SPD). the dwelling in question. This would generate a notional value which would then be relaxed by
15% to generate the TFEE.
These policies and applicable Building Regulations are detailed in Appendix A. Criterion three requires that dwellings are not at ‘high’ risk of overheating in summer months (June, July
& August) and that zones in commercial buildings are not subject to excessive solar gains. This is
demonstrated using the procedure given in SAP v9.92 (2012) Appendix P for dwellings, and Simplified
The most pertinent targets from the policies are:
Building Energy Model (SBEM) or Dynamic Simulation Method (DSM) for non-residential buildings.
a Residential developments to achieve Code for Sustainable Homes Level 4 (Level 5 from 2013).
b Non-residential developments to achieve BREEAM ‘Excellent’ (up to 2015, ‘Outstanding’ from

2016)
c Provision of a 35% reduction in CO2 emissions over Part L 2013, in line with the London Plan
Energy hierarchy (Be Lean, Be Clean, Be Green).


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3.0 Sustainability Strategy Summary The Proposed Development is targeting a 21% reduction of CO2 emissions against the Part L 2013
baseline through the implementation of passive design and energy efficiency measures and the
installation of a CHP engine to provide low carbon heating, hot water and electricity.
Resource Management
The buildings currently occupying the Site of the Proposed Development are poor quality and of limited Materials selected for the construction of building elements would be selected to minimise
use. The buildings are to be demolished to enable construction of the Proposed Development. environmental effect. Wherever possible, demolition materials would be reused to limit use of virgin
materials. Insulation would be specified to minimise Global Warming Potential (GWP) to five or less and
The Proposed Development has been designed to include the following: all timber used at the Proposed Development would be FSC certified.
a All dwellings capable through detailed design of meeting Lifetime Homes standards Climate Change Adaptation
The design would contribute to adaptation and mitigation of the effects of climate change by the
b Secured by Design principles to be incorporated
specification of high performing elements to minimise heat gains and losses.
c The principles of inclusive design, in line with the SPG ‘Accessible London: Achieving an
The inclusion of a green roof would attenuate rainfall and reduce the urban heat island effect.
Inclusive Environment’
The passive design of the buildings includes high levels of insulation and high performance glazing to
d 10% of all dwellings to be wheelchair accessible or easily adaptable for wheelchair users.
reduce heat loss. The heating and cooling demand at the Proposed Development would be provided
Passive design measures to be implemented at the Proposed Development include: by best practice, efficient systems such as water cooled chillers with variable speed compressors,
condensing gas fired boilers and mechanical ventilation with heat recovery.
a Suitable glazing ratio and glass g-value to balance heat losses, heat gains and daylight ingress
Water efficient fixtures and fittings would be supplied to the dwellings of the Proposed Development.
b Fabric insulation levels targeting improvements over Building Regulations Part L (2013) These would be selected to ensure that water consumption is minimised.
requirements of 25% - 100%
In the cinema, the tenant would be contracted to comply with the requirements of a Lease Agreement,
c Fabric air permeability targeting improvements over Building Regulations Part L (2013) stipulating performance and specifications that must be achieved in line with the BREEAM target rating
requirements of 70% and 50% for dwellings and commercial floorspace respectively of ‘Excellent’.
Energy efficiency measures which could be implemented at the Proposed Development include: Pollution Management
The Proposed Development is targeting the equivalent of the former Code for Sustainable Homes
a Efficient space heating systems with zonal, programmable and thermostatic controls, with (CfSH) ‘level 4’ and a BREEAM rating of ‘Excellent’. The scheme would be constructed by a contractor
separate programmer for hot water certified under the Considerate Constructors Scheme and would be expected to target a best practice
score in all areas.
b Efficient low-energy lighting throughout all dwellings. External and communal lighting would be
coupled to daylight and presence detection sensors to minimise unnecessary use During the construction phase all areas of concern would be managed including, waste reduction
strategies, noise and dust pollution, construction traffic and protection of all ecology identified on the
c Efficient mechanical ventilation with heat recovery to limit the need for space heating in winter
Site.
months, aid the mitigation of overheating risk in summer months (where openable windows
cannot be used due to ambient acoustic conditions), and maintain good indoor air quality
d Appropriately insulated pipework and ductwork (and air sealing to ductwork) to minimise losses
and gains
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4.0 Sustainability Statement
The following statement is written in reference to the applicable ‘priorities’ and ‘best practice’ as outlined
in the Mayor or London’s Supplementary Planning Guidance on Sustainable Design and Construction
(2014), as required by Policy 5.3 of the London Plan (2015).
Priority Best Practice

Proposed Development Response
Target LP Policy Ref. Target LP Policy Ref.
4.1 Resource Management
Land
Optimising the Use of Land 1.1, 3.3 - - Optimising the Use of Land
Through both their Local Plans and The Proposed Development would be on previously developed land.
planning decisions, boroughs should
aim for 100% of development to be The Site is currently in use as a cinema, a 1970s office building and a former Royal Mail Post Office and
delivered on previously developed land. Sorting Office.
Optimising the Use of Land 3.4, 4.3, 7.6 - - Optimising the Use of Land
Developers should optimise the scale The Proposed Development would significantly increase density by excavating a basement to contain a new
and density of their development, cinema, gym and health facilities, plus the provision of 7 storeys of apartments, townhouses and affordable
considering the local context, to make dwellings.
efficient use of London’s limited land.
Basements and Lightwells 5.12, 5.13, - - Basements and Lightwells

When planning a basement 7.13, 7.19 The structural engineers have considered all applicable geological and hydrological conditions in
development, developers should accordance with relevant design guidance and standards.
consider the geological and hydrological
conditions of the Site and surrounding Wherever possible, the basement would be constructed to avoid any adverse impact on existing tree
area, proportionate to the local roots.
conditions, the size of the basement and
lightwell and the sensitivity of adjoining
buildings and uses, including green
infrastructure.
Basements and Lightwells 5.3, 5.18, 6.3, - - Basements and Lightwells

7.14, 7.15
When planning and constructing a The basement has been designed to take into consideration the amenity of neighbours to ensure any
basement development, developers impact is reduced.
should consider the amenity of
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Local Food Growing 2.18, 3.2, 5.3, - - Local Food Growing

To protect existing established food 5.10, 5.11, The Site does not contain any existing established spaces for growing food.
growing spaces. 7.18, 7.22.
- - Local Food Growing 2.18, 3.2, 5.3, Local Food Growing

To provide space for individual or 5.10, 5.11, Dwellings at the Proposed Development would be provided with gardens, terraces and balconies which
5.21, 7.18,
communal food growing, where possible would enable residents to plant a variety of species for food growth, should this be desired.
7.22.
and appropriate.
- - Local Food Growing 2.18, 3.2, 5.3,

To take advantage of existing spaces to 5.10, 5.11,
5.21, 7.18,
grow food, including adapting temporary
7.22.
spaces for food growing.
Site Layout and Building Design

- - Site Layout & Building Design 5.3, 5.4 Site Layout & Building Design
Any existing buildings that can be The existing buildings are of low quality, bar the proscenium arch which is being retained, and low density
practically refurbished, retrofitted, and therefore is not suitable for refurbishment.
altered, or extended should be retained
and reused. The new buildings would be of high quality design, making use of the basement to provide a Cinema,
parking, Health Club and facilities for the residents of the dwellings that would be situated above.
Figure 2 shows that several existing buildings occupy the existing site. The façade of the cinema facing
High Street Kensington would be retained.
The new buildings would include high quality dwellings, commercial floor space in the form of a cinema,
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Figure 2: Existing Site Plan
- - Site Layout & Building Design 4.3, 6.1 Site Layout & Building Design
A mix of uses, where suitable should be The Proposed Development would contain a combination of residential dwellings (use class C3), office
included to provide a range of services (use class B1) retail (use class A1 – A5/D1) and leisure (use class D2).
commensurate to the public transport
accessibility. Considering the Site has a Public Transport Accessibility Level (PTAL) of 6a, equivalent to ‘Excellent’ it is
not considered necessary to provide further amenities as residents are able to access a wide range of
amenities via available public transport.


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Site Layout & Building Design 2.18, 5.2, 5.3, - - Site Layout & Building Design
The design of the Site and building 5.4, 5.6, 5.7,
layout, footprint, scale and height of 5.9, 5.10, 5.11,
5.12, 5.13,
buildings as well as the location of land
5.16, 5.18,
uses should consider:
5.21, 6.1, 6.7,
6.9, 6.10, 6.11.
Existing Features Existing Features
6.13, 7.1, 7.6,
 The possible retention and reuse of 7.14, 7.15, The existing buildings on-site are of low quality and would be demolished apart from the main proscenium
existing buildings and structures; 7.18, 7.19, arch facade. There is also no existing green infrastructure located on Site.
 The retention of existing green 7.21, 7.22
infrastructure, including trees and Where possible original features such as the historic lanterns on the forecourt, the mosaic threshold at the
other ecological features, and cinema entrance and the brass handrails of the main staircase would be restored. A survey of the original
potential for its improvement and interiors would be undertaken to determine whether more original features could be restored and reused
extension; and within the interiors of the new building.
 Access routes to public transport The waste that arises from the demolition of existing buildings would be targeted to be used as aggregate
and other facilities that minimise for the Proposed Development.
the use of private transport.
New Design of Development New Design of Development

 The existing landform; The Proposed Development has been designed to benefit by allowing wind into the development for
 The potential to take advantage of natural ventilation and sun for light and warmth in winter. Measures such as shading fins would be
natural systems such as wind, sun included, which would control excessive solar gain in summer months.
and shading;
Regarding LP Policy 7.1, it is considered that the Proposed Development would:
 The principles sets out London
Plan policies 7.1 and 7.6;  Improve access to green infrastructure by including gardens;
 The potential for adaption and  Enable people to live healthy and active lifestyles due to the provision of suitable cycle parking to
reuse in the future; encourage commuting by bike which is a low-carbon transport mode;
 Potential for incorporating green
 Enable residents and visitors to feel safe, thanks to liaising with the local Architectural Liaison
infrastructure, including enhancing
Officer and designing to meet the requirements of ‘Secured by Design’; and
biodiversity;
 Allow residents and visitors of all ages and stages of life to enjoy the surroundings by ensuring
 Potential for incorporating open
suitable access provisions.
space, recreation space and child
play space;  Children’s play space has been incorporated into the development within the landscaped areas
 Energy demands and the ability to and is accessible by all residents of the development.
take advantage of natural systems
and low and zero carbon energy Internal partitions to the dwellings are likely to be lightweight for the most part, allowing residents to de-
sources; construct these and alter internal layouts in future should this be practical. The Cinema would be fitted out
 Site wide infrastructure; by the tenant, providing a high degree of flexibility to the layout and provision of different areas. If in the
future another operator were to take over, they have been designed to allow for adaptation to new
 Access to low carbon transport requirements within the limitations of a new fit out. The office and retail spaces are generally without
modes; internal partitions except where necessary, allowing the tenant flexibility to separate the spaces to their
 The promotion of low carbon own designs.
transport modes, including walking
and cycling; Regarding LP Policy 7.6, it is considered that the Proposed Development is of the highest architectural
quality and is of a proportion, composition, scale and orientation that enhances, activates and defines
public realm. The Proposed Development would comprise details and materials that complement the local


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 Potential to address any local air character, and would incorporate best practice in terms of resource management and climate change
quality, noise disturbance, flooding adaptation. The following measures are targeted for the Proposed Development:
and land contamination issues; and
 The potential effect on the micro-  10% of all residential units would be wheelchair accessible or easily adaptable for wheelchair
climate. users to ensure that the design is fully inclusive, and that the development is accessible and
useable for all users;
 Secured by design principles would be incorporated; and
 The building would contribute to the adaption and mitigation of the effects of climate change,
designed to admit natural daylighting and sunlight access, and to reduce overshadowing and
adverse wind conditions.
As set out in the Energy Strategy the Proposed Development would include a combination of passive
design, energy efficiency measures, Combined Heat and Power (CHP) and provision of on-site PV
panels.
Energy and Carbon Dioxide Emissions

Energy and CO2 Emissions 5.2, 5.3 - - Energy and CO2 Emissions
The overall carbon dioxide emissions The Proposed Development has been assessed in accordance with the requirements of LP Policy 5.2,
from a development should be and the guidance within the GLA document on preparing energy strategies (2014). The target CO2
minimised through the implementation emissions reduction applicable to the Proposed Development is 35% beyond the requirements of the
of the energy hierarchy set out in Building Regulations Part L 2013.
London Plan Policy 5.2.
Please refer to the Energy Strategy submitted in support of the application for further details.
Energy and CO2 Emissions 5.2 - -
A CO2 emissions reduction of 21% beyond the requirements of the Building Regulations Part L (2013)
Developments should be designed to
would be achieved through a combination of passive design, energy efficiency measures, Combined Heat
meet the regulated carbon dioxide
and Power (CHP) and provision of on-site PV panels.
standards, in line with London Plan
Policy 5.2.
- - Energy and CO2 Emissions 5.1, 5.5, 5.6, Energy and CO2 Emissions
5.7, 5.8, 5.17
Developments should contribute to The Proposed Development would be provided with a Combined Heat and Power (CHP) engine to
ensuring resilient energy infrastructure provide heat for space heating and hot water to the private dwellings and non-dwelling areas.
and a reliable energy supply, including
from local low and zero carbon sources. The on-site network would be provided with a means to connect to a wider Decentralised Energy Network
(DEN). Should such a network be provided in the future, a connection could be made to the Proposed
Development if it is demonstrated that a connection would be technically and economically feasible.
The Proposed Development would be provided with an 80kW p roof mounted Photovoltaic (PV) array
which is anticipated to generate approximately 55,000kWh per annum, reducing CO2 emissions by 7.1%
beyond the requirements of Part L 2013.
It is considered that these measures work in tandem to provide a resilient energy infrastructure.
- - Energy and CO2 Emissions 5.2, 5.17 Energy and CO2 Emissions
Developers are encouraged to include As described above, the Proposed Development would be provided with a CHP engine and roof mounted
innovative low and zero carbon PV panels to provide low and zero carbon energy.


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technologies to minimise carbon dioxide

emissions within developments and Should the Proposed Development be connected to a DEN in the future, it is possible that the heat-raising
keep up to date with rapidly improving technology supplying the network would be a low or zero carbon source. Networks are also well placed to
technologies. upgrade technologies on a rolling basis to ensure system efficiency.
Energy Demand Assessment 5.2 - - Reduce Demand

Development applications are to be An energy demand assessment has been carried out for the Proposed Development (see Energy Strategy).
accompanied by an energy demand
assessment Through a variety of passive design and energy efficiency measures, summarised in the following table
(and following response), the Proposed Development would aim to reduce CO2 emissions by 7% through
the implementation of passive design and energy efficiency measures and the installation of a CHP engine
to provide heating and hot water.
Target
Parameter Private Dwellings Affordable Dwellings Non-Dwellings
Glazing g-value 0.23 – 0.4 0.23 – 0.4 0.6
Roof U-value
0.15 0.12 0.2
(W/.m2.K)
External Wall U-Value

0.15 0.12 0.2
(W/.m2.K)
Floor U-Value
0.15 0.12 0.2
(W/.m2.K)
Party Wall U-Value No heat loss

-
(W/.m2.K) (fully filled cavity walls with effective edge sealing)
Glazing U-Value
1.40 0.70 1.4
(W/.m2.K)
Sheltered Wall U-Value

0.2 0.12 -
(W/.m2.K)
Thermal Mass
Low Low -
(kJ/m2.K)
Thermal Bridging
0.15 0.08 -
(W/.m2.K)
Fabric Air Permeability

3.00 <1.0 3.00
(m3/(m2.h) at 50Pa)
The Energy Strategy provides detail on the assessment of the Proposed Development CO2 emissions and
the proposals to achieve reductions to progress towards the targets of the GLA and RBKC.


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Use Less Energy 5.2, 5.3, 5.9 Use Less Energy 5.2, 5.3 Energy Efficiency
The design of developments should Developers should aim to achieve Part L The first step to reduce CO2 emissions has been to incorporate energy efficiency measures. These
prioritise passive measures. 2013 Building Regulations requirements measures are summarised in the following table.
through design and energy efficiency
alone, as far as is practical. Parameter Private Dwellings Affordable Dwellings Non-Dwellings
Radiators
Underfloor heating in Fan Coil Units and
Space Heating Heat provided by gas-
screed displacement ventilation
fired condensing boilers.
Water efficient fixtures Water efficient fixtures Water efficient fixtures
and fittings to minimise and fittings to minimise and fittings to minimise
Hot Water
water demand. water demand. water demand.
Connection to DEN. Instantaneous gas boiler. Connection to DEN.
High efficiency chillers,
High efficiency chillers,
SEER 6.3 with high
SEER 6.3 with high-
Space Cooling n/a efficiency DC fan coil
efficiency DC fan coil
units SFP 0.3W/l/s and
units SFP <0.2W/l/s.
displacement ventilation
High efficiency lighting with efficacy >45 lamp lumens General lighting
Lighting per circuit Watt. Daylight and presence detection in efficiency to exceed the
common areas / roof terraces requirements of Part L
High efficiency ventilation

Natural ventilation where possible
with low specific fan
Ventilation High efficiency MVHR with specific fan power of 0.49-
powers and high heat
0.9W/l/s and HR of 86-89%.
recovery
Zonal, programmable
thermostatic controls for
Zonal, programmable thermostatic controls for heating and cooling.
heating and cooling. Separate programmable control Separate programmable
for hot water. control for hot water.
Metering & Controls
Interlocks to safeguard efficient operation. Interlocks to safeguard
efficient operation.
Electricity meter and heat meter linked to energy
display device. Electricity meter and heat
meter linked to energy
display device
To be provided in
Pipework & Ductwork To be provided in accordance with the requirements accordance with the
Insulation of the Building Regulations. requirements of the
Building Regulations
Variable speed pumps
Variable Speed Pumping To be provided. with multiple pressure
sensors
Systems overview and detailed descriptions in plain and clear English with advice
O&M Manuals
on alternative languages, large type text or braille.


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The design team has selected high efficiency targets for all items of building services, for example all lighting
would be energy efficient and provision of best practice metering and controls which would allow users to
monitor usage.
Energy Efficient Supply 5.5, 5.6 - - Energy Efficient Supply

Developers should assess the potential By reference to the London Heat Map (http://www.londonheatmap.org.uk/Mapping) it is demonstrated in
for their development to: that the Site is within an ‘Opportunity Area’ for DEN with ‘potential networks’ denoted by the red lines in
the figure below, in the vicinity. However, there are no ‘existing networks’ in the vicinity of the Proposed
 Connect to an existing district Development.
heating or cooling network;
 Expand an existing district heating As such, the Proposed Development would be provided with a means to connect to a DEN. Should such a
or cooling network, and connect to network be provided in the future, a connection could be made to the Proposed Development if it is
it; or demonstrated that a connection would be technically and economically feasible.
 Establish a Site wide network, and
enable the connection of existing
buildings in the vicinity of the
development.
Renewable Energy 5.7 - - Renewable Energy

Major developments should incorporate The Proposed Development would be provided with an 80kW p roof mounted Photovoltaic (PV) array
renewable energy technologies to which is anticipated to generate approximately 55,000kWh per annum, reducing CO2 emissions by 7.1%
minimise overall carbon dioxide beyond the requirements of Part L 2013.
emissions, where feasible.
Carbon Dioxide Offsetting

Carbon Offsetting 5.2, 5.4 - - Carbon Offsetting
Where developments do not achieve the It is anticipated that the Proposed Development would reduce CO2 emissions by 21% beyond the
Mayor’s carbon dioxide reduction requirements of the Building Regulations Part L 2013.
targets set out in London Plan Policy
5.2, the developer should make a The Applicant acknowledges that the anticipated reduction represents a shortfall from the policy target of
contribution to the local borough’s a 35% reduction, and would undertake negotiations with RBKC to agree a suitable offset payment.
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Retrofitting
Retrofitting 5.4, 5.15 - - Retrofitting
Where works to existing developments The Proposed Development aims to refurbish the main proscenium arch at the front of the cinema and
are proposed developers should retrofit where possible retain original features of the building. Where necessary to achieve the required U-values
carbon dioxide and water saving and overall CO2 emission reductions outlined in the Energy Strategy, the refurbishment would include
measures. retrofitting insulation and an energy efficient lighting design for the retained existing area.
Monitoring Energy Use

- - Monitoring Energy Use 5.2, 5.3 Monitoring Energy Use
Developers are encouraged to It is intended that ‘energy display devices’ are considered during the design stages which are linked to
incorporate monitoring equipment, and electrical and thermal energy consumption. These would allow users to instantaneously view their energy
systems where appropriate to enable requirements, and take action to reduce demand where this is deemed to be too high or wasteful
occupiers to monitor and reduce their
energy use.
Supporting a Resilient Energy Supply
- - Monitoring Energy Use 5.2, 5.3 Monitoring Energy Use
Developers are encouraged to During the detailed design stages, consideration would be given to the installation of ‘smart meters’ which
incorporate equipment that would could enable demand side response opportunities in the future.
enable their schemes to participate in
demand side response opportunities.
Water Efficiency
Water Efficiency 5.3, 5.13, 5.15 - - Water Efficiency
Developers should maximise the The Proposed Development would be provided with water efficient fixtures, fittings and appliances as
opportunities for water saving measures outlined in the following responses.
and appliances in all developments,
including the reuse and using alternative
sources of water.
Water Efficiency 5.3, 5.15 - - Water Efficiency

Developers should design residential Dwellings at the Proposed Development would be specified to utilise no more than 105 litres per person per
schemes to meet a water consumption day, in accordance with the mandatory requirements of the former Code for Sustainable Homes, Level 4.
rate of 105 litres per person per day.
Water efficient fixtures and fittings such as low-flow dual-flush WCs would be implemented at the Proposed
Development in both residential and commercial areas.
Water Efficiency 5.3, 5.15 - - Water Efficiency

New non-residential developments, Fit-out of the cinema and other commercial spaces at the Proposed Development would be the
including refurbishments, should aim to responsibility of the tenant. Tenants would be encouraged to install water efficient fixtures and fittings
achieve the maximum number of water wherever feasible. As a minimum, non-residential elements would comply with the requirements of the
credits in a BREEAM assessment or the Building Regulations Part G.
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Where a building is to be retained, water The Proposed Development does not contain any refurbishment works / works to existing developments
efficiency measures should be therefore retrofitting is not applicable in this instance.
retrofitted.

All developments should be designed to A dedicated rainwater harvesting system would be provided to serve the irrigation requirements of the
incorporate rainwater harvesting. development.
The use of grey-water for non-potable uses at the Proposed Development would require significant
additional plant and pipework.
As such, a grey-water recycling system would not be adopted at the Proposed Development.
- - Water Efficiency 5.15 Water Efficiency

All residential units, including individual All uses at the Proposed Development would be provided with water meters.
flats / apartments and commercial units,
and where practical, individual leases in During detailed design, consideration would be given to the provision of digital meters with connectivity to
large commercial properties should be a central building management / billing system, rather than standard analogue meters.
metered.
Materials and Waste

Design Phase 5.3, 5.20, 7.6, - - Design Phase
7.14
The design of development should It is intended that 100% of the timber used at the Proposed Development would be FSC certified.
prioritise materials that:
It is intended that all insulation materials would have an Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) of zero, and a
 Have a low embodied energy, Global Warming Potential (GWP) of less than five in accordance with BREEAM and the former Code for
including those that can be re-used Sustainable Homes Level 4 requirements.
intact or recycled;
 At least three of the key Wherever feasible, selected materials would be in the range of A+ to D as confirmed by the BRE Green
elements of the building Guide to Specification.
envelope (external walls,
windows roof, upper floor Where specified by the developer (e.g. low VOC paint), finishes and other materials would not contain or
slabs, internal walls, floor emit toxic substances.
finishes / coverings) are to
achieve a rating of A+ to D in
the BRE’s The Green Guide
of specification;
 Can be sustainably sourced;
 At least 50% of timber and
timber products should be
sourced from accredited
Forest Stewardship Council
(FSC) or Programme for the
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 Are durable to cater for their level

of use and exposure; and
 Would not release toxins into the
internal and external environment,
including those that deplete
stratospheric ozone.
- - Design Phase 5.3, 7.6 Design Phase

The design of developments should During detailed design stages, consideration would be given to the use of pre-fabricated materials. Where
maximise the potential to use pre- practical and suitable, it is intended that these could be used to improve construction time and reduce on-
fabrication elements. site waste.
Construction Phase 5.3, 5.20 - - Construction Phase

Developers should maximise the use of A draft Site Waste Management Plan has been produced for the new development prior to
existing resources and materials and commencement of any demolition or construction works on-site. A draft has been included in the
minimise waste generated during the supporting information of this application.
demolition and construction process
through the implementation of the waste One of the aims of the document would be to investigate how recycling of construction, demolition and
hierarchy. excavation material can be maximised, and to highlight means to divert specific waste streams from
landfill.
Occupation Phase 5.3, 5.17 - - Occupation Phase

Developers should provide sufficient All areas at the Proposed Development would be provided with suitable internal and communal waste
internal space for the storage of storage facilities for the segregation of recyclable materials, designed to meet the requirements of
recyclable and compostable materials BS5096 (Waste Management in Buildings), RBKC and the former ‘Code for Sustainable Homes’
and waste in their schemes. requirements to achieve a ‘Level 4’ rating and BREEAM.
Occupation Phase 5.3, 5.17 - - Please refer to basement level plans, indicating the central refuse storage facilities proposed.
The design of development should meet
borough requirements for the size and
location of recycling, composting and
refuse storage, and its removal.
Nature Conservation and Biodiversity

Nature & Biodiversity 5.3, 7.19 - - Nature & Biodiversity
There is no net loss in the quality and The Site currently contains 2 significant trees to the North of the area of retained façade on Kensington
quantity of biodiversity. High Street. These are planned to be retained.
Nature & Biodiversity 5.3, 7.19 - - The Proposed Development includes gardens to a number of dwellings and green roof with the aim of
improving the number of species per hectare. As a minimum, it is anticipated that there would be no net
Developers make a contribution to
loss of ecology on-site. Trees would be introduced into the area of the courtyard and the gardens of the
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4.2 Climate Change Adaptation
Tackling Increased Temperature and Drought

Overheating 5.3, 5.9 - - Overheating
Developers should include measures, in The Proposed Development has been designed in accordance with the cooling hierarchy as set out in LP
the design of their schemes, in line with Policy 5.9.
the cooling hierarchy set out in London
Plan Policy 5.9 to prevent overheating It is demonstrated that cooling has been minimised to account for only 2% of the total energy requirement
over the scheme’s lifetime. of the Proposed Development. This has been achieved through a combination of measures including:
Using the Part L1A 2013 approved SAP calculation methodology, it is demonstrated that dwellings at the
Proposed Development would be compliant with criterion three of the Building Regulations Part L, limiting
the effects of heat gains in summer. As such, residents are safeguarded against excessive temperatures
within their dwellings.
Measures being targeted to achieve this include:

 Energy efficient lighting (such as LED or compact fluorescent) with low heat output;
 Insulated heating and hot water pipework and minimisation of dead-legs to avoid standing heat
loss (from pipework to dwellings); and
 Selection of energy efficient white goods with low heat output.
External heat gains would be minimised by providing:

 Suitable glazing ratio responding to orientation;
 Glazing with shading and suitable g-value (0.23-0.4) to limit solar heat gains;
 High levels of insulation and low fabric air permeability which would retain cool air within the
dwellings in summer months; and
 Roof-level planting which would reduce heat transmission through the roof structure.
Living roofs also act to reduce the heat island effect, as these surfaces do not absorb the heat of the sun
which causes ambient air temperatures to rise. Furthermore, via transpiration through vegetation, a
degree of evaporative cooling is achieved, further ameliorating ambient air temperatures.
Please refer to the Energy Strategy submitted in support of the application for further details.
- - Heat and Drought Resistant Planting 5.3, 5.15 Heat and Drought Resistant Planting
The design of developments should During detailed design stages, consideration would be given to the planting strategy to select heat and
prioritise landscape planting that is drought resistant species.
drought resistant and has a low water
demand for supplementary watering.
- - Resilient Foundations 5.3, 7.6 Resilient Foundations

Developers should consider any long The Structural Engineers have considered all applicable geological and hydrological conditions in
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events to affect a building’s foundations

and to ensure they are robust.
Increasing Green Cover

Urban Greening 2.18, 5.3, 5.10, - - Urban Greening
5.11
Developers should integrate green The Proposed Development would be provided with private gardens to the townhouses. Areas of planting
infrastructure into development in the courtyard, mews and the provision of green roofs would enable a link to wider green infrastructure
schemes, including by creating links
with wider green infrastructure network.
Urban Greening 5.10 - - Urban Greening

Major developments in the Central The Proposed Development is not within the CAZ therefore this is not applicable in this instance.
London Activity Area (CAZ) should be
designed to contribute to the Mayor’s
target to increase green cover by 5% in
this zone by 2030.
Trees
Trees - - Trees
Developments should contribute to the Trees would be introduced into the area of the courtyard and the gardens of the townhouses would allow
Mayor’s target to increase tree cover further planting of trees.
across London by 5% by 2025.
Trees - - Trees
Any loss of a tree/s resulting from The two existing trees to the North of the retained cinema façade would be maintained. No other trees
development should be replaced with an exist on the site.
appropriate tree or group of trees for the
location, with the aim of providing the
same canopy cover as that provided by
the original tree/s.
Flooding
Surface Water / Sustainable Drainage 5.12, 5.13 - - Surface Water / Sustainable Drainage
Developers should maximise all It is intended that SUDS measures would be adopted at the Proposed Development in the form of green
opportunities to achieve greenfield planting at roof level, potential rainwater harvesting for landscape irrigation, and attenuation tanks.
runoff rates in their developments.
Neither the volume nor rate of surface water runoff would increase beyond pre-development conditions.
Surface Water / Sustainable Drainage 5.13 - -
Attenuation would be provided to achieve a 50% reduction in peak surface water runoff discharge in
When designing their schemes
accordance with the requirements of the London Plan.
developers should follow the drainage
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Surface Water / Sustainable Drainage 5.3, 5.13, 5.14 - -

Developers should design Sustainable
Drainage Systems (SuDS) into their
schemes that incorporate attenuation for
surface water runoff as well as habitat,
water quality and amenity benefits.
Flood Resilience 5.3, 5.12, 5,13 - - Flood Resilience

Development in areas at risk from any By reference to the Environment Agency Flood Risk Map, it is understood that the Proposed Development
form of flooding should include flood is in Flood Zone 1 and at low risk of flooding.
resistance and resilience measures in
line with industry best practice.
Flood Risk Management 5.3, 5.12 - - Flood Risk Management

Developments incorporate the The flood risk calculations undertaken for the Proposed Development and design of attenuation storage
recommendation of the TE2100 plan for systems include for the potential increase in flood risk as a result of climate change.
the future tidal flood risk management in
the Thames estuary.
Flood Risk Management 5.3, 5.12 - - Flood Risk Management

Where development is permitted in a Not Applicable
flood risk zone, appropriate residual risk
management measures are to be
incorporated into the design to ensure
resilience and the safety of occupiers.
Other Flooding 5.3, 5.12, 5.13 - - Other Flooding

All sources of flooding need to be The drainage strategy for the Proposed Development has been prepared in consideration of flooding from
considered when designing and all applicable sources.
constructing developments.
4.3 Pollution Management
Land Contamination
Land Contamination 3.2, 5.3, 5.21 - - Land Contamination
Developers should set out how existing The Site is not understood to be contaminated.
land contamination would be addressed
prior to the commencement of their
development.
Land Contamination 3.2, 5.3, 5.21 - - Land Contamination

Potentially polluting uses are to The Proposed Development is not proposing to include uses that would lead to land contamination.
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Air Quality
Air Quality 7.14 - - Air Quality
Developers are to design their schemes Systems at the Proposed Development would be selected to minimise emissions of Nitrous Oxide (NOx)
so that they are at least ‘air quality and other pollutants which can lead to adverse air quality impacts.
neutral’.
Please refer to the air quality impact assessment submitted in support of the application.
Air Quality 5.3, 7.14 - -
Developments should be designed to
minimise the generation of air pollution.
Air Quality 3.2, 5.3, 7.14 - - Air Quality

Developments should be designed to Dwellings at the Proposed Development would be furnished with Mechanical Ventilation with Heat
minimise and mitigate against increased Recovery (MVHR) and the fabric of dwellings would be constructed to be very air tight, targeting a
exposure to poor air quality. permeability of less than 3m 2/(m2.h) at 50Pa for private dwellings and <1m2/(m2.h) at 50Pa for the
affordable dwellings.
As such, air pollution would not be permitted to enter the dwellings through the fabric, and ventilation
controlled by the MVHR would be filtered to remove airborne pollutants.
Similarly, non-residential uses would be provided with mechanical ventilation with suitable filtration to
manage indoor air quality.
Air Quality 7.14 - - Air Quality

Developers should select plant that The CHP engine would be selected to meet the criteria for pollutant emissions as provided in Appendix 7
meets the standards for emissions from of the Sustainable Design and Construction Guide (2014).
combined heat and power and biomass
plants set out in Appendix 7. It is not proposed that a biomass plant is provided.
Air Quality 5.3, 7.14 - - Air Quality

Developers and contractors should It is intended that contractors would comply with The Control of Dust and Emissions during Construction
follow the guidance set out in the and Demolition SPG.
emerging The Control of Dust and
Emissions during Construction and Contractors would be required to identify potential sources of dust and other air pollution and appropriate
Demolition SPG when constructing their dust control measures would be implemented.
development.
It is also intended that the main contractor would register under the Considerate Constructors Scheme
and achieve a best practice score.
Noise
Noise 3.2, 7.15 - - Noise
Areas identified as having positive The Site does not include areas identified as having positive sound features or as being tranquil.
sound features or as being tranquil
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Noise 3.2, 5.3, 7.6, - - Noise

Noise should be reduced at source, and 7.15 It is intended that external and internal wall and floor specifications would ensure comfortable noise levels
then designed out of a scheme to for residents. Sound insulation would be provided to limit impact sound and airborne sound beyond the
reduce the need for mitigation requirements of the Building Regulations Part E.
measures.
Noise attenuation measures would be incorporated on-site where required, to ensure that any noise
generated by equipment or services would not generate a source of noise pollution or negatively impact
the surrounding area.
The Site is located in an area with a high level of background noise. High efficiency mechanical ventilation
would be used to provide air to the spaces in lieu of natural ventilation. This would aid noise attenuation
as occupants would not be reliant on opening windows to maintain good indoor air quality and control
internal temperatures.
Please refer to the Acoustic Report included in the supporting information for this application.
Light Pollution
Light Pollution 5.2, 5.3, 6.7 - - Light Pollution
Developments and lighting schemes All external lighting provided as part of the Proposed Development would be energy efficient. It is
should be designed to minimise light anticipated that suitable controls such as daylight detection and time-switches would be provided to
pollution. minimise inappropriate use.
Luminaires would be selected with suitable light output ratio and polar curve to ensure light is distributed
appropriately. This would minimise light lost to the light sky.
The PV panels provided at the Proposed Development are anticipated to generate 55,000kWh of
electricity per annum. This would be used to power landlord electricity uses such as external lighting.
Water Pollution
Surface Water Runoff 5.3, 5.13, 5.14 - - Surface Water Runoff
In their aim to achieve a greenfield It is intended that SUDS measures would be adopted at the Proposed Development in the form of green
runoff rate developers should planting at roof / level, possible rainwater harvesting for landscape irrigation, and attenuation tanks.
incorporate sustainable urban drainage
systems (SuDS) into their schemes Neither the volume nor rate of surface water runoff would increase beyond pre-development conditions.
which also provide benefits for water
quality. Attenuation would be provided to achieve a 50% reduction in peak surface water runoff discharge in
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- - Surface Water Runoff 5.3, 5.13, 5.14 Surface Water Runoff

Encourage good environmental practice It is intended that commercial tenants would be advised of good environmental practice to reduce risk on
to help reduce the risk from business the London water environment.
activities on the London water
environment.
- - Surface Water Runoff 5.3, 5.14 Surface Water Runoff

Encourage those working on demolition It is intended that the main contractor would be required to operate in an environmentally conscious
and construction-Sites to prevent manner to prevent pollution.
pollution by incorporating prevention
measures and following best practice. It is also intended that the main contractor shall register under the Considerate Constructors Scheme and
achieve a best practice score.
Wastewater Treatment
Wastewater Treatment 5.3, 5.14 - - Wastewater Treatment
Commercial developments discharging All spaces at the Proposed Development would be provided with suitable connections to the public foul
trade effluent should connect to the sewer or combined sewer network, as appropriate.
public foul sewer or combined sewer
network where it is reasonable to do so
subject to a trade effluent consent from
the relevant sewerage undertaker.
Wastewater Treatment 5.3, 5.14 - -

Developments should be properly
connected and post construction checks
should be made by developers to
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5.0 Conclusions
This statement demonstrates that high standards of environmental sustainability would be achieved for
the Proposed Development. This is demonstrated by the commitment to energy efficiency, water
efficiency, waste management and cyclist facilities.
The strategy highlights how the Proposed Development achieves the sustainability objectives. Features
of the Proposed Development include:
1. Targeting the equivalent to the former Code for Sustainable Homes ’Level 4’. A pre-assessment
summary is provided in Appendix B, demonstrating a score of 71.74 is anticipated.
2. Targeting BREEAM of ’Excellent’ for the Cinema, office and retail spaces. A pre-assessment
summary is provided in Appendix C, demonstrating a score of 70.64 is anticipated.
3. The energy strategy is designed to achieve exemplar regulated CO 2 emissions reductions, with
the Proposed Development targeting a reduction of 21% beyond the requirements of the Building
Regulations Part L 2013.
4. Water efficient devices would be installed to target a reduced water consumption. Each dwelling
is aiming for a target of 105 litres per person per day. Water efficient fixtures and fittings would
also be encouraged in the commerical spaces.
5. Rainwater run-off attenuation would be provided by attenuation tanks and permeable surfaces.
Harvesting of rain-water would be incorporated to provide irrigation.
6. Sustainably sourced, recycled or re-used building materials would be specified where possible.
7. A draft Site Waste Management Plan has been produced to monitor, sort and recycle
construction waste on site. A draft is included in the supporting infomration provided for this
application.
8. Recyclable waste storage would be provided for the occupants to manage their operational
waste.
9. Secure cycle storage would be installed to encourage the use of bicycles amongst residents.
10. Contractors would sign up to the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) and target a beyond
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6.0 Appendix A – Policy Context off is managed as close to its source as possible in line with the hierarchy in the London Plan. In
particular, major development must make a significant reduction in the current volume and speed of
water run-off to the drainage system.
6.1 Local Planning Policy
Policy CE3 Waste
The policies of RBKC are contained within the Local Plan (LP) documents.
This policy requires the development to provide waste storage and segregation and manage the waste
Those applicable to the Proposed Development are:
generated through construction activities and during operation.
a Local Plan including:
Policy CE4 Biodiversity
 Core Strategy (2010) including Partial Review adopted December 2014
This policy sets out the requirement for a site specific Ecological Impact Assessment for all major
 Unitary Development Plan – Extant Policies developments in or adjacent to Sites of Nature Conservation Importance, Green Corridors, open space
and the Blue Ribbon Network.
 Supplementary Planning Documents
It also requires other development proposals to create opportunities, where possible, for attracting
Core Strategy (2010) biodiversity and habitat creation, having regard to the national, regional and local Biodiversity Action
The council has a strategic objective of achieving wider sustainability and adopts policies that would Plans.
enable it to achieve this objective. The following policies have informed this strategy:
Policy CE5: Air Quality
Policy CT1:Improving Alternatives to Car Use
This policy sets out the requirement for air quality as follows:
Policy CT1 has a requirements of cycle parking, showering and changing facilities in new development.
a Requirement for an air quality assessment for all major development.
There is also a requirement for a Transport Assessment and Travel Plans for larger scale development. b Require that development proposals are ‘air quality neutral’ do not materially increase
emissions of local air pollutants or have an unacceptable impact on amenity, unless the
Policy CE1: Climate Change development mitigates this impact through physical measures or financial contributions to
implement proposals in the Council's Local Air Quality Management Plan.
a This policy incorporates a number of requirements that relate to the mitigation of climate change.
c Requirement that the Code for Sustainable Homes and BREEAM assessments obtains all
Residential developments to achieve Code for Sustainable Homes Level 4 (Level 5 from 2013). credits available for reducing pollution and emissions, and improving air quality.
b Non-residential developments to achieve BREEAM ‘Excellent’ (up to 2015, ‘Outstanding’ from d [the council would] Resist biomass combustion unless its use would not have a detrimental impact
2016) with 60% of the un-weighted credits available in the energy, water and materials sections. on air quality.
c Provision of reductions in CO2 emissions in line with the London Plan Energy hierarchy (Be Lean, e Control emissions of particles and NOx during demolition and construction and carry out a risk
Be Clean, Be Green). assessment to identify potential impacts and corresponding mitigation measures, including on
site monitoring, if required by the Council
d Requirement for CHP as part of a district heat network at strategic site allocations at Kensal,
Wornington Green, Kensington Leisure Centre and Earls Court and Notting Hill Gate and Latimer Policy CE6 Noise and Vibration
(see appendix).
This policies sets out the requirement that noise and vibration sensitive development is located in the
e Requirement for development to connect into any existing district heat and energy network, where most appropriate location and protected against existing sources of noise and vibration, through careful
the necessary service or utility infrastructure is accessible to that development. design, layout and use of materials, to ensure adequate insulation from sound and vibration.
f Requirement for development to incorporate measures that would contribute to on-site RBKC Unitary Development Plan – Extant (saved) Policies
sustainable food production commensurate with the scale of development. The salient ‘saved’ policy from the RBKC Unitary Development Plan is PU14: Encourage the re-use of
construction materials in development schemes.
g Requirement that, in due course, development to further reduce carbon dioxide emissions and
mitigate or adapt to climate change, especially from the existing building stock, through financial PU14: Encourage the Re-Use of Construction Materials in Development Schemes
contributions, planning conditions and extending or raising the Code for Sustainable Homes and
BREEAM standards for other types of development. The policy is outlined in the UDP as follows:
Policy CE2: Flooding “When buildings or parts of buildings are demolished to make way for new development, instead of the
old materials being wasted, the Council would as far as possible encourage that materials are re-used
This policy sets out the requirement for sustainable urban drainage (SUDs), or other measures, to reduce in the new development or salvaged for re-use elsewhere.”
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Supplementary Planning Documents in question. This would generate a notional value which would then be relaxed by 15% to generate
The Supplementary Planning Documents (SPDs) provide guidance for proposed developments to the TFEE
ensure compliance with local policies.
Criterion three requires that dwellings are not at ‘high’ risk of overheating in summer months (June, July
Proposed developments are encouraged to refer to the strategies of the SPDs. & August) and that zones in commercial buildings are not subject to excessive solar gains. This is
demonstrated using the procedure given in SAP v9.92 (2012) Appendix P for dwellings, and Simplified
Some salient requirements of the SPD on Air Quality include:
Building Energy Model (SBEM) or Dynamic Simulation Method (DSM) for non-residential buildings.
a Requirement for the submission of an emissions assessment for all major development, being 10
or more units or greater than 1,000m 2 before the application would be validated, and 6.3 London Plan
b Requirement that the impact of outdoor air pollution on indoor air quality and human health in This statement has taken into account the changes to the London Plan (2015) that have been approved
new developments should be taken into account at the earliest stages of building design and this in the recent Further Alterations to the London Plan (March 2015). The key alterations are summarised
should be addressed in the emissions assessment here:
6.2 The Building Regulations  A new policy is in place relating to electricity and gas supply.
Approved Document Part L  Policy guidance changes relating to increased provision of waste capacity
Part L of the Building Regulations is the mechanism by which government is driving reductions in the
regulated CO2 emissions from new buildings.  Funding to create cycle friendly ‘mini Hollands’ for up to four outer London borough town centres.
The Proposed Development has been assessed against Part L 2013 in line with the requirements of the  Further guidance is given highlighting the importance of demand side energy management and
London Plan 2015. minimum standards for cycle parking.
Current Requirements: Part L 2013 The Strategy also takes into account the Sustainable Design and Construction SPG (2014) that provides
Part L has five key criteria which must be satisfied as follows: guidance on the implementation of the policies contained within the London Plan.
a Criterion 1 - Achieving the Target Emission Rate (TER)
b Criterion 2 - Limits on design flexibility
c Criterion 3 - Limiting the effects of solar gains in summer
d Criterion 4 - Building performance consistent with the Dwelling Emission Rate (DER)
e Criterion 5 - Provision for energy efficient operation of the dwelling
Criteria one, two and three are addressed within this strategy.
Criterion one requires that the building as designed is not predicted to generate CO2 emissions in excess
of that set by the Target Emission Rate (TER) calculated in accordance with the approved Standard
Assessment Procedure (SAP) 2009. Part L (2013) requires the following reductions:
c A 6% aggregate reduction in CO2 emissions beyond the requirements of Part L 2010 for
dwellings; and
d A 9% aggregate reduction in CO2 emissions beyond the requirements of Part L 2010 for non-
domestic buildings.
Criterion two places upper limits on the efficiency of controlled fittings and services for example, an upper
limit to an external wall U-value of 0.30W/m2.K (dwellings).
A Fabric Energy Efficiency Standard (FEES) has been introduced for new dwellings although no
definitive targets have been set in this regard. Part L 2013 requires the following Fabric Energy Efficiency
performance targets to be met:
a Target Fabric Energy Efficiency (TFEE). The TFEE is calculated independently for each dwelling,
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7.0 Appendix B – CfSH Pre-Assessment Summary

7.2 Credit Assessment Summary
7.1 Executive Summary
Table 7.1 provides a summary of the credits being targeted.
The ‘Code for Sustainable Homes’ (CfSH) is a recognised environmental assessment methodology
adopted by the Government and managed by the ‘Building Research Establishment’ (BRE). Table 7.1: CfSH Pre-Assessment Summary
It is understood that the RBKC Local Plan and the London Plan 2015 has set the following targets to be Credits
met by developments: Category Issue
Available Targeted
a RBKC: Residential developments to achieve CfSH Level 4 (Level 5 from 2013). Ene 1: Dwelling Emission Rate (M) 10 4
Ene 2: Fabric Energy Efficiency (M) 9 7
b London Plan (2015) Housing Supplementary Planning Guidance (2012) Good Practice Standard Ene 3: Display Energy Devices 2 2
6.1.1: To achieve CfSH ‘Level 4’ Ene 4: Drying Space 1 1
Energy and
Ene 5: Energy Labelled White Goods 2 2
CO2 Emissions
The current estimated score for this pre-assessment is 71.74, equivalent to a ‘Level 4’ rating +3.74 Ene 6: External Lighting 2 2
margin. Ene 7: Low and Zero Carbon Technologies 2 2
Ene 8: Cycle Storage 2 1
Ene 9: Home Office 1 1
Figure 7.1 outlines the current pre-assessment score. Wat 1: Indoor Water Use (M) 5 3
Water
Wat 2: External Water Use 1 -
Mat 1: Environmental Impact of Materials (M) 15 5
Figure 7.1: CfSH Scale and Pre-Assessment Score.
Materials Mat 2: Responsible Sourcing of Materials (Building Elements) 6 1
Mat 3: Responsible Sourcing of Materials (Finishing Elements) 3 1
mandatory
Surface Water Sur 1: Management of Surface Water Runoff (M) 2 elements
Run-off only
Sur 2: Flood Risk 2 2
Was 1: Storage of Non-Recyclable Waste and Recyclable Waste (M) 4 4
Waste Was 2: Construction Site Waste Management 3 3
Pre-Assessment Score: 71.74 Was 3: Composting 1 1
Pol 1: Global Warming Potential (GWP) of Insulants 1 1
Pollution
Pol 2: NOx Emissions 3 3
Hea 1: Daylighting 3 -
Health & Hea 2: Sound Insulation 4 3
Wellbeing Hea 3: Private Space 1 1
Hea 4: Lifetime Homes (M) 4 4
Man 1: Home User Guide 3 3
Man 2: Considerate Constructors Scheme 2 2
Management
Man 3: Construction Site Impacts 2 2
Man 4: Security 2 2
Eco 1: Ecological Value of the Site 1 1
Eco 2: Ecological Enhancement 1 1
Ecology Eco 3: Protection of Ecological Features 1 1
Eco 4: Change in Ecological Value of the Site 4 2
Eco 5: Building Footprint 2 2
71.74
‘Level 4’


Rev. 03
8.0 Appendix C – BREEAM Pre-Assessment Summary

8.2 Credit Assessment Summary
8.1 Executive Summary
Table 8.1 provides a summary of the credits being targeted.
The BREEAM is a recognised environmental assessment methodology adopted managed by the Credits
‘Building Research Establishment’ (BRE). Category Issue (innovation)
Available Targeted
It is understood that the RBKC require commercial developments to achieve a BREEAM ‘Excellent’ Man 01: Sustainable Procurement (M) 8 7 (1)
rating. Man 02: Responsible Construction Practices (M) 2 2 (1)
Management Man 03: Construction Site Impacts 5 4
The current estimated score for this pre-assessment is 70.64, equivalent to an ‘Excellent’ rating +0.64 Man 04: Stakeholder Participation (M) 4 4
margin. This pre-assessment is applicable to all uses. This is anticipated to be a suitable methodology Man 05: Life Cycle Cost and Service Life Planning 3 1
for assessment, pending final confirmation by BRE. Hea 01: Visual Comfort (M) 4 1
Hea 02: Indoor Air Quality 4 -
Figure 8.1 outlines the current pre-assessment score. Health & Hea 03: Thermal Comfort 2 2
Wellbeing Hea 04: Water Quality (M) 1 1
Figure 8.1: BREEAM Scale and Pre-Assessment Score. Hea 05: Acoustic Performance 2 2
Hea 06: Safety and Security 2 2
Ene 01: Reduction of CO2 Emissions (M) 15 6
Ene 02: Energy Monitoring (M) 2 2
Ene 03: External Lighting 1 1
Energy Ene 04: Low and Zero Carbon Technologies (M) 5 2
Ene 05: Energy Efficient Cold Storage - -
Ene 06: Energy Efficient Transportation Systems 2 2
Ene 08: Energy Efficient Equipment 2 2
Pre-Assessment Score: 70.64% Tra 01: Public Transport Accessibility 5 5
Tra 02: Proximity to Amenities 1 1
Transport Tra 03: Cyclist Facilities 2 1
Tra 04: Maximum Car Parking Capacity 2 2
Tra 05: Travel Plan 1 1
Wat 01: Water Consumption (M) 5 2
Water Wat 02: Water Monitoring (M) 1 1
Wat 03: Water Leak Detection and Prevention 2 2
Mat 01: Life Cycle Impacts 6 2
Mat 02: Hard Landscaping and Boundary Protection 1 1
Materials Mat 03: Responsible Sourcing of Materials (M) 3 1
Mat 04: Insulation 2 2
Mat 05: Designing for Robustness 1 1
Wst 01: Construction Waste Management (M) 4 3
Waste Wst 02: Recycled Aggregates 1 1
Wst 03: Operational Waste (M) 1 1
LE 01: Site Selection 2 1
LE 02: Ecological Value of Site and Protraction of Ecological Features 1 1
Land Use and
LE 03: Mitigation Ecological Impact 2 2
Ecology
LE 04: Enhancing Site Ecology 3 2
LE 05: Long Term Impact on Biodiversity 2 2
Pol 01: Impact of Refrigerants 3 2
Pol 02: NOx Emissions 3 2
Pollution Pol 03: Surface Water Run-off 5 4
Pol 04: Reduction of Night-time Light Pollution 1 1
Pol 05: Noise Attenuation 1 1
70.64% 79.89%
‘Excellent’ ‘Excellent’
Table 8.1: BREEAM Pre-Assessment Summary


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Priority Best Practice

4.1 Resource Management

Basements and Lightwells 5.12, 5.13, - - Basements and Lightwells

Basements and Lightwells 5.3, 5.18, 6.3, - - Basements and Lightwells

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Local Food Growing 2.18, 3.2, 5.3, - - Local Food Growing

- - Local Food Growing 2.18, 3.2, 5.3, Local Food Growing

- - Local Food Growing 2.18, 3.2, 5.3,

Site Layout and Building Design

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Figure 2: Existing Site Plan

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New Design of Development New Design of Development

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Energy and Carbon Dioxide Emissions

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technologies to minimise carbon dioxide

Energy Demand Assessment 5.2 - - Reduce Demand

Glazing g-value 0.23 – 0.4 0.23 – 0.4 0.6

External Wall U-Value

Party Wall U-Value No heat loss

Sheltered Wall U-Value

Fabric Air Permeability

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High efficiency ventilation

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Energy Efficient Supply 5.5, 5.6 - - Energy Efficient Supply