Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance

Approved by Council October 2011

Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance

Contents

11.0 Appendices 10.0 9.0 8.0 7.0 6.0 5.0 Securitymeasures 4.0 Design 3.0 2.0 Background 1.0

Shop Canopies Inclusive Shop Introduction

B A • • • • • • • • • Assessment • • E D Other OrganisationsC • • • • • Consultation Representations and Responses F • • Guidance

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4 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 1.0 likely approval. obtain more will which design quality high provide to stage early an at discussion encourage to but innovation restrict not to is intention The fronts. shop new designing in makers sign and fitters shop shopkeepers; 1.4 Cardiff. across centres shopping and shops corner arcades; centres; local and 1.3 Plan (1996), Local of Cardiff relevant is City and Adopted development policies. the to plan other to Policy 11 is supplementary Quality) of guidance and Aesthetic This (Design ofapplications. planning development plan, statutory it will be taken into in as the account determination a material consideration the of part form not does SPG Whilst fronts. shop existing to alterations or fronts shop new to relating 1994). The guidance has been produced to assist those considering or submitting development proposals Design and Signage. It replaces the previous Shop Fronts and Signage guidance SPG (dated December 1.2 1.1

This guidance will support and aid development control officers and other Council service areas; and service Council otherand aid This will developmentguidance support officers control centre; district city the in fronts shop for design of profile the raise to is SPG the of purpose The Front Shop of principles the on advice (SPG)provides Guidance Planning Supplementary This approval. planning require signs and alterations shopfront Most

Introduction 2.0 response….’ design sustainable 4.3). (para ‘…Understandingcontext, the site and its immediate and is wider context the basis for a and meaningful appraising of importance the emphasises 2009) (June (TAN)12: Design Policy Note Advice Technical Planning Wales surroundings. its to relationship and scale its development, proposed of appearance 2.7 restaurants, cafes, pubs, wine-bars and hot food takeaways. hotfood and pubs,wine-bars cafes, restaurants, : drink) and (food Uses A3 and societies building and banks e.g. services) professional and (Financial toA1 relates guidance This area. (shops)ofthe Uses A2 Uses character e.g.travel offices; post agents, and buildings adjoining with relationship its building, the of quality architectural the – front shop the of 2.6 be can advice all. for result best the and intoentered to produce aspirations concerns, to relating dialogue which by means a but overcome, be to 2.5 communities. safer and attractive building is a keyof fronts shop appearance and visual of in element design quality the where be underestimated 2.4 shopkeeper. the for customer, potential return the the for also hopefully and experience shopping improvethe to continue to design front shop of quality the raise to need a is there havewhich been made in of respect the displaythey presentation make to the street. In some instances decisions design bad of consequence a as directly often overtime, unattractive and degraded become 2.3 to seeks support. Council the markets, of all which /community micro to responding shops individual and clusters, small some also and needs; local more covering centres shopping and local destination; district a providing regional/national/international centre, city in area the arcades. Like and most a cities, offers Cardiff hierarchy centres of it shopping opportunities; has shopping a principal shopping including buildings, important historically and converted built, purpose of types 2.2 located. is shop the which in area the and/or property clutter visual in not does which help or the and shopper the retailer,confusion result ultimately and can the from detract which can unchecked left if but to, aspired are features front shop unusual or brighter lighting displays, larger signs, bigger Commonly, premises. adjacent to different simply or exclusive, activity,competitive which by its nature results in shops wanting neighbouring to appear more attractive, activity and an essential component of the Welsh economy. leisure Promoting goods, a wares also or but is services provisions, also a obtaining of terms in activity necessary a only not now is Shopping past. 2.1

Planning Policy Wales (2010) states that good design should take account of the visual visual the of account take should design good that states (2010) Wales Policy Planning This SPG will enable applicants to consider a well designed shop front in terms of the context context the of terms in front shop designed well a consider to applicants enable will SPG This This guidance, and planning policy in general, should not therefore be seen as hurdle or obstacle of In the of role recognition ofrespect regeneration, should shops not and in centres local district Unfortunately, it is that also some individual recognised shop and premises shopping areas have all in located chains national and local, independent, both shops of range diverse a has Cardiff years of that to different very now is experience shopping the that recognise to important is It Where to start? Background

5 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 6 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 2.0 and characteristics. characteristics. and features important architecturally seek to which Area preserve/reinstate of appraisal each Conservation Office adopted the Welsh within contained advice in to also and Environment’ Historic contained the and 61/96‘Planning Circular advice to given be also should regard Buildings, Listed /Locally Buildings 2.8

Due Due to ofthe historic manyimportance areas of which Areas, Cardiff include Listed Conservation Special circumstances Background 3.0

3.4 3.4 AREA. SURROUNDING THE AND BUILDINGS ADJOINING WITH RELATIONSHIP ITS BUILDING; THE OF QUALITY ARCHITECTURAL TO THE HAVE REGARD FRONTS DUE SHOULD 3.3 area. surrounding and building of the character the on effect 3.2 E. Appendix 7and Section in given is Accessibility and Further Design Inclusive on be guidance impairments. can sensory they and that mobility with important those including particularly users, all by accessed easily is it so and buildings accessible publicly are Shops (DAS). Statement Access and -Design Council link Cardiff following the on click please application, of types information both For further for ofthat provided it takes any expressly account features of premises. the historic suffice can statement one scheme, same the for made are application If both a and planning a application listed building Statement and to Access accompany the application. 3.1

• • • • • • • • • The following criteria can assist when undertaking an appraisal of a shop front and its surroundings: SHOP TO ALTERATIONS OR REPLACEMENT FOR APPLICATIONS PLANNING ALL the and building the from and to access is consider to issue main the front shop a of terms In Planning and Listed Building (with Consent applications defined exceptions)will require a Design Appraisal Design or restored? restored? or retained be detailing architectural the Could finishes. and materials detailing, Architectural important. are characteristics what assessing for basis agood offers city the in Area Conservation each for appraisal adopted the Area, aConservation in located is it If may retained? to be need which features given be to should so, If listedbuilding? consideration alocally or alisted building it Is patterns. glazing and riser stall existingfascia; of the proportions the elevations. Consider adjacent storeys upper and front; existing shop the –assess asawhole building at the Look scene? intostreet the fit front anew shop would buildings; how between buildings; space adjoining street; of development the in pattern the front; shop to the adjacent shops/buildings –the buildings/uses surrounding the Consider design? of buildinga the group of and location?its similar Is What itrelationship between is the part users? all for suitable it Is building? the you do access How appropriate? front existingshop the is and premises of use the proposed the is What important. more be will preservation others in appropriate; be will change area? of the contexts, some character In to relates the front shop existing/proposed given be to the how should Area? Wherever consideration is, it aConservation in or arcade or centre, inanew it shopping Is building? the is Where from June and

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7 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 3.0 Assessment

Figure.1 Poor shop front design

Obtrusive external lighting

Inappropriate scale and design of signage Large fascia dominates the street scene

Consider access for all users Supplementary Planning Guidance

The design of the shopfront does not respect the proportions of the Blank frontage not Recessed doors/entrances can upper floors encouraged attract anti-social behaviour

3.5 All new shop fronts should have regard to the architectural quality of the building and those buildings that adjoin the application site. An awareness of context can contribute to a successful site appraisal. This street scene shows that not all shop fronts are well designed and/or have due regard to upper elevations.

3.6 Planning Permission and Consents that may apply to Shop Fronts:

• Planning permission is required for any alterations or changes that materially affect the appearance of a shop front. • You may need planning permission for a ‘change of use’ if you decide to change the type of business carried out in your shop or convert the business to another use. • Listed building consent is required for any alteration to a shop front which forms part of a statutorily listed building and which affects its character. • Advertisement Consent is required for most illuminated signs, flags, pole signs, banners or signs above ground floor level or signs on a different wall from the shop front. • Building Regulation approval maybe required even if planning permission is not. Contact the Council’s Building Control Department (Tel: 029 20871153)

Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Email:[email protected].

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Such action could result could in Such action the issue of an and the through or Enforcement Notice Courts. a prosecution where required, may result in formal action being pursued against those who have an interest in the land. display of Advertisements. Undertaking Development or the display of Advertisements without permission, 3.9 considered. be also should front shop the of Futuremaintenance materials. quality high using design quality high a secure to advised is 3.8 instance. first 3.7

The Council seeks full compliance with planning controls in respect of Development and the the and Development of respect in controls planning with compliance full seeks Council The approvals have necessary been Once obtained the use of a shop and reputable fitter sign maker the in department planning the contact to advisable is it therefore list exhaustive an not is This Enforcement Assessment

9 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 4.0 Design

Typical elements of a shop front

4.1 Cardiff has a variety of shop front designs as shown below, ranging from the traditional to the contemporary.

Figure. 2 Supplementary Planning Guidance

4.2 Typical elements of a shop front are as follows:

Figure.3 Traditional shop front design

Console Bracket Cornice (Corbel)

Architrave

Fascia

Fanlight Transom

Mullion

Pilaster Cill

Plinth Stallriser Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Recessed Door

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Console Bracket Cornice (Corbel)

Architrave

Fascia

Fanlight Transom

Mullion

Pilaster Cill

Plinth Stallriser

Recessed Door 4.0 whereby the sign/name of the shop is located. located. is shop of the sign/name the whereby cornice the below front shop the of top the at section sloping outwardly or flat the is fascia The Fascia window. shop the surrounds sometimes which moulding ashallow is This Architrave be to fascia the for allow fascia. the ends of the they define simply context traditionally modern amore In inclined. and fascia, the of end each at brackets the are These BracketConsole (Corbels) unit/bay. shop each define and wall the from project that fronts shop of feature traditional a are Pilasters Pilasters light. door and door the between horizontally, window A Transom the often divides intoarchitrave. the maytie and of shaped, base mullions be the fronts, shop below transom level and may alignment reflect vertical ofwindows on upperfloors. On traditional Mullions front. shop of the and security protection against damage and provide balance and in proportion the overall design of degree a offer Theylevel. ground at window shop the below panel solid a provide Stallrisers Stallriser Figure. 4Modern Pilaster Cill

provide vertical division of the expanse of glass. Mullions should line up above and and above up line should Mullions glass. of expanse the of division vertical provide

shop front Door Stallriser Fascia Cornice Design 11 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 12 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 4.0

4.3 4.3

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Principles: Key Design Key Cash dispensers, cigarette bins etc should form part of the early design process. process. design early of the part etcform bins should cigarette dispensers, Cash posting. asfly such advertising nuisance discourages also display which area, the within placed advertising for or purposes gallery let for be can display space window alternatively or, considered be might boarding illustrated period, likely along for vacant to be If necessary. up if boarded temporarily and condition ingood left Vacant be should shops restaurants. and offices, offices, e.g.betting premises retail non on frontages blank or solid Resist windows. against located of display being back units inthe result which arrangements internal Resist stimulate business. shops within of activity views ofMake use transparency: best frontage. shop interest of the and content the to retain order in at times all maintained be display should window A shop easy and to maintain. durable be should Materials area. wider and building the of character the enhance and to reflect selected be should Materials uses. floors upper unrelated for provided be should door separate A all users. for floor ground on to premises easy convenient access provide and Retain or stage. at anearly into designs measures security Incorporate /building. area of the identity and character the to respect adapted be style’ ‘house the that buildings listed and/or Areas Conservation in located are ofshop. the shops However, where and success design the with necessary it sometimes is synonymousthat is brand or style have of shops chains or a corporate companies National floors. of upper /verticality street of the rhythm the respect should doors of entrance Location over footpath. the notproject should designs front Shop scene. street the within horizontals dominant are there if premises neighbouring with continuity ensure of shops, aterrace within fascia or riser astall proposing If design. front to ashop proportion to provide collectively fascias and transoms mullions, stallrisers, pilasters, Use of are value. fronts shop traditional original where restoring, consider Retain, and repair of alistedbuilding. and/or Areas part should be given Conservation within to fronts shop consideration Special street. the in theme design/ predominant the Consider it. surrounding those and building of the character and proportions, age, style, exists. Respect front shop the which within context the Consider

Design Principles

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Figure. 5 Example of a poorly designed street Supplementary Planning Guidance

4.4 This street scene demonstrates how some shop fronts without pilasters or stall risers, disrupts the architectural rhythm of the street. The signage and lighting is not in proportion with the overall size and character of each shop. In some cases, recessed doors can attract antisocial behaviour.

Figure. 6 Example of a well designed street

4.5 This example is good practice. The overall appearance of this street scene provides rhythm and uniformity as well as clear divisions created by pilasters, between the shop fronts. The signage is clear and in proportion to the shop front. Access into each shop is suitable for all users. Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage

13 14 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 4.0 and video return boxes should be considered as part of the overall of the design. aspart boxesconsidered be return should video and boxes, deposit bins, cigarette as such facilities other be of location should The design. receipts the of unwanted part as of considered deposit the for facility A surveillance. natural good with environment public active highly a in located be ATM’s should front. shop the of integrity the undermine not should 4.6 

Figure. 7 Cash Cash dispensers or ATMs The inclusion of form an an integral ATMof part the shop front design. Cash Dispensers Cash Dispensers

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• • • • • • • • • • • • Design: Secure for Key Principles intent, and that criminal toneeds with a be balance those attract often in Bear mind that shutters If shutters are considered essential, then promotion of natural surveillance, through shutter design existing upgrading or fronts shop new for measures security consider to necessity a is it If Key centre context. context. centre city inthe important especially is This fragmentation. and debris of glass risk the to reduce installations window robust and films anti shatter or laminated or glass reinforced Introduce front. shop of overall the the design from notto so detract locations indiscreet installed, be should or lighting CCTV alarms, burglar or example for fire measures, security Additional panes. of larger made windows with those than replacements glazing costly less require and break to difficult more be can units glazing smaller Traditional from made display windows with fronts shop visibility. to aid lighting timed) internal (possibly appropriate Incorporate premises. shop movement the and within activity to increase measures surveillance natural Introduce damage. unintentional against mitigate can and crime against deterrent avaluable is fronts, shop modern and traditional inboth height at anappropriate of astallriser inclusion The glass. the behind located shutter the with board fascia the behind placed be box the housing that shutter. recommended is It of security type to the prior considered are shutters, security with associated box or housings mechanisms Ensure shutter acceptable. rarely are listedbuildings on and/or Areas Conservation in shutters aware external Be that glass. reinforced and shutters security both for of options avariety are aware there Be that premises. all Try for options design sensitive to achieve most the Consider all aspects of at security the same time and at an early stage in the design process. advice. /qualified competent Seek

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15 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 16 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 5.0 not require planning permission but may require listed building consent. consent. butmay building listed require permission planning not require 5.7 address to need the change. justify circumstances if to areassessment allow to evidence by appropriate supported deemed be may is permission planning it temporary a if circumstances some In considered issues. security be only will shutters solid 5.6 street. the from of intruders views obscure and environment unfriendly and unattractive, visually static, a create graffiti; to subject are activity; criminal discourage than rather 5.5

Security Shutters Shutters Figure. 8Security

 The The replacement of ordinary glass with glass reinforced/laminated or fitting ofinternal grilles does for application An shutters. transparent for is preference the demonstrates 8 Figure As encourage they as acceptable not generally are internal) or (eitherexternal shutters roller Solid, Shutter Designs Shutter Designs

Security Measures

5.0 Security Measures

Box housing

5.8 A shutter box housing should always be located internally i.e. behind the fascia. External box housing obscures the top of the shop fronts and is intrusive in the street scene. In exceptional circumstances where external shutters are permitted any box housing should be contained within the design of the shop front, behind the fascia. The runners should be built into the frame of the shop and not separate and external to it.

Figure. 9 Box Housing External box housing is ܆ unacceptable Unacceptable Shutter mechanism

External Shutter or grille Glass behind shutter Supplementary Planning Guidance

Box contained within the ܂ shopfront design Preferred Shutter mechanism

Shutter located behind glass Shutter or grille

Examples of the different types of security shutter available today. Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage

17 18 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 6.0 rjcig in i rset f cl o lcto. t ol b uuul o a rjcig in o exceed to sign projecting a for unusual be would any in dimension. 900mm It location. or scale of respect in signs projecting 6.5 usually unacceptable. are levelwindow shop the of floor first above located Signs 900mm. is carriageway and The sign the between clearance horizontal minimum pavement. the from sign the of underside the to 2650mm of clearance vertical minimum a have if signs are at levels.located different ofparticularly It signs that advertising, is projecting recommended 6.4 level. fascia below at or located be New fascias of should not the be shop front. oversized or added on top of existing ones and signs should 6.3 Options: Sign [email protected] is address email Their available advice. also for www.byig-wlb.org.uk at Board Welsh the Language contact advice Forculture. practical 6.2 to display asign. consent 6.1

hanging sign clearance sign hanging Figure. 10 Projecting signs should also not be overly large and should not compete/obscure neighbouring neighbouring compete/obscure not should and large overly be not also should signs Projecting A proliferation of hanging or projecting signs can create visual clutter thus undermining the purpose Fascias age should be toofthe character,designed compliment building and context proportion, its and city the promote and of Cardiff character the enhance can signs Bilingual obtain to department planning local the from advice seek applicant’s that recommended is It Projecting/Hanging Welsh Fascia Signs Fascia Signs

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6.0 traditional, ornate design. design. ornate traditional, 6.7 may arequirement. this be buildings, listed On them. to made retain/restore be should efforts 6.6

traditional traditional Figure. 11 and signs-contemporary Contrasting hanging Here are examples of hanging signs – from the modern, contemporary perspective to the the to perspective contemporary modern, the from – signs hanging of examples are Here best merit, architectural of where and historic or original be may brackets buildings, older On Advertisements 

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Illumination Front

Signs, 19 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance Fig. 10a Lettering attached to stone showing fixtures 6.0 Shop Front Signs, Advertisements And Illumination

6.8 Design and lettering is very subjective but ultimately the use of any particular font should not detract from the character of the building.

Figure.12 Lettering attached to stone Supplementary Planning Guidance

6.9 Individual lettering (attached to stone) is often preferable to fascia signage on historic buildings.

Figure.13 Lettering attached to stone Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage

20 6.0 glass. the from at and adistance behind be resisted. In some instances, an alternative acceptable is suspended signage appropriately positioned 6.12 6.11 practice: examples are of good Below building. example, size; depth and appropriate lighting which technology relate to the character and context of the 6.10 the shop premises premises the shop which Figure. 15 Figure. 14 Box

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21 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 22 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 6.0 as contribute to light pollution. Applicants are strongly advised to discuss proposals with a planning planning a with proposals schemes. efficient energy and sensitive view producing discuss ato with officer to advised strongly are Applicants pollution. light to contribute as well as amenity neighbouring affect adversely also and detract equally can lighting bad but building; or place a of setting and character the enhance positively can lighting good as specialist; lighting qualified 6.17 [email protected]).email 6.16 required. notbe will alicence have public the over access, limited which forecourt, maintained a on privately board advertising a portable to place sooner).it is proposed Where year(whichever is each of31 12of ending or March maximum months a for valid is 1980 HighwaysAct A for licence the boards advertising of erection issued under expense portable the will require a licence. 6.15 disadvantaged. seriously be can and pushing those prams,who difficulties mobility impaired with vision, for people important particularly is design Good be can Pedestrians put sited at advertisements. poorly through risk controlled. carefully highway) pavementbe (public the should on boards advertising portable of licensing the that considers 6.14 sighted. partially to the apparent be enable a clear view into and out of the premises, whilst avoiding wholly transparent which doors may not 6.13 Figure. 16 A

The The use of illumination for shop fronts should be and carefully considered advice obtained from a or 20785200 029 (tel: department Highway Council the contact please information further For on a boards highway that advertising atis maintained public toportable Anyone place proposing It is to important promote a safe and uncluttered pedestrian environment. To this end, the Council to transparent semi be should doors and defined, well and legible be should entrances Ideally, A Illumination Illumination boards

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Illumination Front Signs, 6.0 especially at time. night especially Subtle internal window lighting is supported. encouraged to promote vitality in the street and aid security, Intermittent, flashing will lightingnot or be moving considered acceptable. displaysare also not generally 6.19 encouraged. is 6.18 Figures. 18Figures. Subtle Figure. 17

Generally, large spot lights or dominant lighting which creates pools of light and areas of shade shade of areas and light of pools creates which lighting dominant or lights spot Generally,large lighting energy low or LED of use the control available of degree and sustainability of respect In

Lighting

lighting over Advertisements

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Illumination Front Signs, 23 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 24 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 7.0 DDA requirements. DDA requirements. 7.6 buildings. historic ‘or to ‘Listed access improving examples and for advice practical gives good (2002),Buildings’ Historic to Access Physical Providing : Barriers the ‘Overcoming publication, Cadw’s insurmountable. rarely are they arise, issues when but differently, viewed be may ‘reasonable’ is what situations, such In access. improve to desire the and entrance an of quality architectural the preserve 7.5 E). (see Appendix Act” the of 8 and 2 Schedules in found be can contexts services and goods the in operates duty the how about details More disadvantage. the avoid to steps reasonable take must applies duty the the whom to disabled, person not are who a persons puts with feature physical comparison a in disadvantage where substantial including duty,a at fold person three disabled disabled a out for sets Act adjustments the of reasonable 20 make Section to 1995 persons. Act Discrimination Disability the from services 7.4 sexual sex, partnerships. civil and belief, marriage and orientation, and religion race, maternity, and pregnancy reassignment, gender disability, age, Act 1995 existing covering and new characteristics: protected Discrimination law the Disability including into and brings The oneAct simplifies act discrimination existing for all. of advance equality opportunity 7.3 obstructions. no with and level lit, well be should however, entrances Generally shop different. be will groups user of 7.2 pushchairs. with people and difficulties learning with people impaired 7.1

entrance Figure. 19 The The above examples show how an existing shop front has adapted the entrance to accommodate to need the between conflict sometimes is there buildings, ‘Listed’ sensitive more of respect In and goods of suppliers and employers upon duties existing extends and consolidates Act The The Equality Act 2010 provides a new legislative framework to protect the rights of individuals and It is recognised that there is no standard solution, as each individual building, and the requirements mobility/sensory the wheelchairs, in those including all, to available be should access Easy

Modern shop

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Inclusive for a wider

Design 7.0 Control teams (see Appendix B). (see teams Control Appendix Council Equalities Cardiff Team 7.7

Figure. 20 Figure. 20 entrance Further advice can be obtained from the Council’s equalities team: Council’s equalities the from obtained be can advice Further 

on This the listed left

or Access Officer (Tel: or Officer Access 029 20872627), and Conservation, Development building with stepped shows access levelled on access Inclusive the right for the

Design 25 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 8.0 Canopies and Blinds

8.1 Canopies and blinds give protection to the contents of a shop window display and to customers from sunlight, rain and wind: • It is important that the design of the blind/canopy respects the character of the building, and that its size, proportion, position, colour and shape compliments that of the shop front building. • Retractable blinds should retract fully into the fascia. Blinds should be boxed discreetly, located and not obscure the shop front or other architectural features. • Blinds should only be located at ground floor level and retain a minimum clearance of 2650mm above the pavement. • In the city centre fixed glazed canopies may be appropriate to allow for protection against adverse weather conditions.

Figure. 21 Retractable blinds Supplementary Planning Guidance

Shop front showing blinds retracted Shop front showing blinds open Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage

26 9.0 considering the use of the public realm. realm. public of use the the considering of Highways the have VIIA 1980 when should Act to to Part due able be regard achieved.be Applicants likelyto less are activities such centres local or district In locality. that in sites;displaystalls market and 9.3 Waste contact please information Management. further For correctly. waste their of dispose to care of duty a have Businesses litter. street causing and escaping it avoid to managed is recycling and waste that ensure 9.2 Please (tel: Authority. 20785200) [email protected] Highways 029 email the or department Highway contact the from licence a require may use This users. all for access allow to and obstruction avoidto taken be should Care sale. for goods exhibit to or chairs and tables for shop the of 9.1

highway Figure. 22 outlines the criteria for street cafes; activity activity cafes; street for criteria the (2009) Realm outlines Public Manual Centre City Cardiff The must sale for goods exhibit to or chairs tables, for realm public the use to wishing Properties Many shops, cafes, restaurants, particularly or greengrocers hardware shops use an area in front

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Realm 27 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 28 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 10.0 are: principles main The Areas. Conservation within lie and/or listed are should be regard and givencentre ofspecial tothe city integrity which those and architectural character the to significantly contribute Arcades High The Castle, particularly Arcades. Royal Wyndham and Morgan, Street, Street/Duke Arcades, Edwardian and Victorian the in premises to relates guidance This 10.1 Cardiffexhibitsavarietyoftraditionalarcades Figure. 23

• • • • • • Arcades Traditional Projecting illuminated box signs on arcade shop fronts are unacceptable. unacceptable. are fronts shop arcade illuminatedboxon signs Projecting unacceptable. are fronts shop arcade on advertising illuminated Fascias with fronts. shop arcade in unacceptable are shutters security fitted Externally constructed. asoriginally plain in or e.g. recessed, form original their in retained to be expected be will entrances and Doorways to.adhered details joinery traditional and building, of the character and age to the sympathetic be should finishes and materials necessary deemed is front of ashop replacement the Where features. architectural or fronts shop original refurbish Retain and

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11.0 anti-social behaviour.”anti-social and disorder crime, for opportunities reduce can development of design the which in ways practical to given be should Consideration 1998. Act Disorder and Crime 17 the of Section under functions their of 5.17.1 • to key as: relation in such maybe needed issues information detailed 5.6.2 response…..design 4.9 vistas…… quality…landand historic and patterns…skylines use architecture floorscape, or buildings 4.8 trend. reverse the which towards point solutions should areas in important where equally patterns of development is have failed to Appraisal respond character.to In the these context sustain areas in appraisal the to past. be will intention the where landscape or 4.5 we live work. where and places the 4.1 design. good 3.2 existing communities. on haveeffects as these of not accepted, be detrimental an area, should character, and function quality 2.6 enjoyable everyone”. convenient and are to that for use environments and buildings use,in provide and, flexibility for provides users, all accommodate cannot solution design single a where choice offers difference, and diversity acknowledges process, design the of heart the at 2.4 TAN (June 12 2009). Design 2011) February 4, (Edition (PPW) Wales Policy Planning GUIDANCE NATIONAL POLICY POLICY CONTEXT:A. attached. appendices the in noted documents to the was relevant with be intended read At this guidance in conjunction the of date publication

“Local “Local authorities are required to have due regard to crime and disorder prevention in the exercise lettering…. and signs fronts, of shop proportions and design distinctive areas retail In more but pursued be should design good of objective ‘character’ the of aspects general The innovative an inspire to help which pointers, design provide can context of appraisal Thorough in materials patterns…prevalent street to….historic attention involves “character” Appraising development of patterns distinctive highlight will context local the of appraisal an cases many In of quality the in raising and growth built playsenvironment the a keyfor Design in economic role Early consideration of design, well in advance of any planning application is essential to achieving the enhance to opportunities grasp to fails which or context, its in inappropriate is which Design “Good design “Good is also inclusive design. The of principles inclusive design are that it places people

Appendices 29 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 30 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 11.0 Policy 49 District and Local Centres Centres Local and District 49 Policy of use change Area Shopping Principal 48 Policy Area Shopping Principal 47Policy Centre City buildings Listed 2.3-2.3.3 Paragraph area. of the appearance and the character enhance or preserve they if Areas Conservation in permitted be only will proposals Development Areas 3developmentPolicy Conservation in area. of the quality aesthetic the affect not adversely does and environment surrounding the of character and scale tothe regard proper has which design good a of be developmentnewshould All 11Policy quality aesthetic and design area.’ of the quality aesthetic the affect not adversely does and environment surrounding the of character and scale tothe regard proper has which design good of be should development‘All states:new 1996),which (adoptedPlanJanuary Local Cardiff of City the of Plan Local Cardiff of City 1996 January Adopted Plan Local Cardiff of City LOCAL GUIDANCE POLICY (2002) Buildings Historic to Access Physical Providing : Barriers the Overcoming - Cadw : Government Assembly Welsh Welsh area’ that of appearance (secnor 72) PLB&CAA1990 character the enhancing or preserving of desirability the to paid be shall In the exercise of its functions relating to buildings or other land in a area, conservation ‘..special attention ‘…The of abuilding’s character….’ part essential an often is setting (Para 11, 4). page of buildings listed setting The Welsh Welsh for policy the meeting of elements procedural the buildings. sustainable and change climate addressing on guidance out sets note advice technical This 2010 June Buildings’ Sustainable for TAN ‘Planning 22

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Breeam (BRE) Establishment Research Building BREEAM ORGANISATIONS: OTHER C. will be of interest to anyone involved in the planning and design of new development. new of design and planning the in involved anyone to interest of be will – Award scheme owned by the Association of Chief Police Crime Officers Prevention – a non profit organisation that promotes the sustainable and efficient use of use efficient and sustainable the promotes that organisation profit non a – . The site also lists reputable shop fitters. fitters. shop reputable lists site also . The is is defined as a approach multi-disciplinary Appendices 33 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 34 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 11.0 Environments Accessible for Centre www.cae.org.uk Blind the for Institute Cardiff www.cardiffinstitutefortheblind.org Tel: 368888 02920 CF5 1JD Cardiff Canton 307-315 Road East Cowbridge House Alexandra floor 3rd People) Valeof and Disabled Coalition Cardiff (formally Cymru Diverse www.planningaidwales.org.uk help. further toinvolved find where and planning in system land use planning the about in Wales. It information explainssite This provides how get you can guidance -access Aid Planning Appendices 11.0 D. REFERENCES: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Strategy for Countering International Terrorism. 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• • • • • • • • access to and use of buildings. of touse buildings. and access M Part and 2010 BFiresafety and Regulations Building to Part approved and document 2000 London Society, RNIB, Design &Sign JMU by Peter Guide Fraser June and Barker Design Sign 2005-2009 Adopted Appraisals Area Conservation 2007. March Approved SPG facilities Storage and Collection (2002) doorways recessed in opportunities crime Pest. Reducing Recessed The 2010 October principles of the application 2Wider Streets for Manual Welsh and Assembly.Government local and (2007), Streets, Transport; for Communities Dept for Manual Dept Appendices

11.0 Reference: Part N of Building Regulations ‘Glazing safety in relation to impact, opening and cleaning. cleaning. and opening to impact, relation in safety ‘Glazing Regulations Nof Building Reference: Part [email protected] and Email: information. frame further fixed for Control the Building contact of Please windows. whole more or one the of parts replacing opening are you if required be will approval regulations Building Measures Security have circumstances where reviews and necessary. where advice for assessments Service FireRescue and the Consult changed. risk fire undertake to requirement a is There 2005 Order Safety Fire units. arcade within Reference to Building Regulations 2010 and Fire Safety Order 2005 with respect to design considerations arcades for Guidance and Dwellings’ than Other Building 2010). to (October Services 18477 BS Inclusive and ‘Access BS8300:2009 2 Section M Part 2010, Regulations Building CONTROL BUILDING 10.2. Part BS8300 in to referred are dispensers Cash systems. control access and furniture door operation, and width design, doors; entrance to refers which building, a entering 6, Section 2009 BS8300 Reference Principles Key Design Email: [email protected] sexual orientation. belief, sexand or religion maternity,race, and pregnancy partnership, civil and marriage reassignment, gender disability; -age; characteristics’, protected on’9 based people for victimisation, and harassment discrimination, indirect and direct from protection the up levels Act The responsibilities. and rights their The Equality Act will make it easier for people, employers, businesses and service providers 2010to 1st Act October understand Equality The services. their using from prevent that people features physical disabled any tackle to premises their to adjustments’ make‘reasonable providers service that requires DDA The 2004 extended and 1994 Act Discrimination Disability DESIGN INCLUSIVE CONTROL AND EQUALITIES TEAMS, CARDIFF COUNCIL: CARDIFF CONTROL TEAMS, AND EQUALITIES SUPPLIED BY INFORMATION BUILDING THE FURTHER E. Appendices 37 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 38 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 11.0 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • guidance: interestthis in apotential or Cardiff in planning and in Councils Assembly Government, the Cardiff Community following that are known Welshto have general the interest in councillors, Cardiff all to sent were guidance draft the on undertaken being was consultation that notifying Letters information. for Committee toPlanning waspresented SPG draft The website. Council the on published was also guidance draft The Hall. County and Hall City at and libraries Cardiff all in placed were guidance draft the of copies and notices and Times Capital the of edition May the in placed was 2011.notice press A Public on consultation the SPG was undertaken between Wednesday 4th May until Wednesday 1st June F. CONSULTATION REPRESENTATIONS AND RESPONSES:

South Wales Police Crime Reduction Design Advisor*** Advisor*** Design Reduction Crime Wales Police South &Arkwright Cooke (Cathedral Rd) *** (East Cardiff) Group Advisory Conservation Group Advisory Conservation Design Connections TrustCivic Wales Penarth and of Cardiff Societies Civic Consulting CGMS Architects CFW (Planning) University Cardiff (Architecture) University Cardiff Society Civic Cardiff Group Access Cardiff People &Valeof Disabled Coalition Cardiff Real Ale for Campaign Council Borough County Caerphilly *** CADW Architects C2J Co-ordinator First Butetown Communities Boyer Planning Ltd International BCB Partnership Planning Willmore Barton Baker Associates Austin-Smith:Lord Atkins Limited Atisreal Planning Asbri Arup Architecture519 Real Estate Curzon King Alder Co-ordinator First Communities Adamsdown

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Tongwynlais Community Council Council Tongwynlais Community Bureau Planning The society Century 20th The Terry Architects Nunns Tanner &Tilley Planning and Sullivan Land Parker and Strutt TreglownStride Town Planning Architect Chartered MBE Hobday Stephen Architectural Stedman Council FagansSt Community Co-ordinator First Communities Splott Wales Police South Buildings of Ancient Protection for Society Ltd Consulting SLR Designs SK David’sSt Partnership Manager Centre Shopping Centre Capitol Manager Centre Shopping Arcade Queens Cullen Shawn Savills RTPI Wales Co-ordinator First Communities Riverside Deaf the for Royal Institute National Vales (Cardiff Valleys)*** and Blind the for Royal Institute National Wales in Architects Royal Society Developments Rounded Francis Partnership Robertson Architects RIO Wales RICS Taff Cynon Council Rhondda Council Community &Morganstown Radyr TransportR PSPlanning & Environment Powell Dobson Wales Society Officers’ -Planning POSW Wales Aid Planning Consultant Planning Cole, Phillippa Architects Petersen Williams Associates Peter Brett Council Community Pentyrch Pegasus Group Planning Smith and Peacock &Associates Paul Dickinson Council Community Mellons St Old Council City Newport

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Appendices 41 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 42 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 11.0 (Consultation Paragraph General General General General General Draft) a Conservation Area. to appearinthecitycentrewhichisdesignated Inappropriate shopfrontsandsignagecontinue view isevidentin2.6. co-ordinated designwithoutvisualclutter. This Shopping centresshouldhaveanaesthetic in thearea,particularlyaConservation Area. only withtheexistingbuildingbutalsoothers throughout theCardiff areaareinkeepingnot It isimportantthatshopfrontsandsigns process. and inclusiveofalldisabilitiesinthedesign The draftsentoutforconsultationisthoughtful Officers. the ConservationandDevelopmentControl adopted shouldprovetobeausefultoolfor and managementplans,ifformally the LPA, includingconservationareaappraisals It willcomplementotherguidanceproducedby prescriptive andlengthy. as wellcontext,withoutbecomingoverly issues, includingsignage,lightingandsecurity, illustrations. The SPGcoversalloftheprincipal and accessibletextwithhelpfulsupporting The SPGisclearandconcisewithwellwritten Securityshutters Licensing PartVIIA oftheHighways Act 1980 • • • following topics: Discussionsfollowednotablyonthe supported. in July2011. Itwaswellreceivedandwidely guidance followingapresentationtomembers Planning Committeeconsideredthedraft

Comment applied. building stringent measureswillbe Conservation Area oritisalisted Where ashopfrontislocated ina and settingoftheshopfront. -character respect ofthecontext signage; securityandillumination in shop front;architecturaldetailing; principles considerthedesignof across Cardiff. The keydesign design ofshopfrontsandsignage objectives toraisethequalityof The SPGoutlinestheaimsand No change. No change. No change. No change if circumstanceschange. appropriate toallowareassessment planning permissionmaybedeemed In somecircumstancesatemporary the needtoaddresssecurityissues. is supportedbyevidencetojustify shutters willonlybeconsideredifit Anapplicationforsolid shutters. preference isfortransparent Figure 8demonstratesthe Insert newparain5.6 Appendices Response 11.0 (Consultation Paragraph (general) Inclusive General General Design Draft) clutter to reduce Considertheplacementofstreetfurniture e.g display boards, tables and chairs, 6. used premises. Wherenecessary, rampsshouldbe Groundflooraccessispreferableasit is themostaccessiblemeansofentryinto 5. Shopsignsshouldbelocatedwitha contrasting signsothatitcanbeeasilyseen. 4. Doorsshouldalwaysopeninwardsto eliminate accidents. 3. doors. Doorhandlesshouldbeeasilyaccessible, large andcontrasting,especiallyonglass/clear 2. Clearpointofentrywithusecontrasting door frameanddoor. 1. Request considerationofthefollowingpoints: Officers. the ConservationandDevelopmentControl adopted shouldprovetobeausefultoolfor and managementplans,ifformally the LPA, includingconservationareaappraisals It willcomplementotherguidanceproducedby prescriptive andlengthy. as wellcontext,withoutbecomingoverly issues, includingsignage,lightingandsecurity, illustrations. The SPGcoversalloftheprincipal and accessibletextwithhelpfulsupporting The SPGisclearandconcisewithwellwritten signage onhistoricbuildings. Inappropriate useofgaudycoloursandplastic

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Organisations. for theBlindin Appendix COther address fortheCardiff Institute Recommend includingthe website to obstructthehighway. goods; signsortablesand chairsnot a clutterfreeenvironmentandfor para 9.1outlinestheimportanceof Section 9‘Shopfrontpublicrealm’ with noobstructions(Para7.2). entrances thatarewelllit,leveland recognises theimportanceofshop Section 7‘InclusiveDesign’ benefit ofallusers. in frontofshopsclutterfreeforthe need tokeeppavementsandareas Para 6.14(A boards)discussesthe apparent tothepartiallysighted. transparent doorswhichmaynotbe the importanceofavoidingwholly Advertisements’, (Para6.13)outlines However, Section6‘Signsand dealt withbyotherlegislation. Most oftheseissuesare No change Building. Conservation Areas and/oraListed condition wherepremisesareina powers canbeusedbywayofa signage. However, suitable of shopfrontsandinappropriate its powerstocontrolcolourinterms The Planningsystemislimitedin No change Appendices Response

43 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 44 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 11.0 (Consultation Introduction Paragraph Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Design Design Design Design Design Draft) frequently. of unwantedreceiptswhich shouldbeemptied Recommend theuseofafacility forthedeposit 4.6 Cashdispensers in section4.3. fully supportthekeydesignprinciplesoutlined and outoftownshoppingcentrese.g. Tesco. I often haveacorporateimageforbothintown major retailerscouldbeproblematicasthey In relationtopoint4:Design. Applications from access. and peopleusingchildren’s pramsforgaining they makeitmoredifficultforthedisabled to antisocialbehaviourbutalsobecause pointed outinthedocumentnotonlyrelation Recessed entrancesshouldbeavoidedas doorway, istherepotentialforconfusion? modern shopfrontagesdiscouragearecessed social behaviour”. Although Iunderstandthat “recessed doors/entrancescanattractanti- frontage, butFigure1(section3.4)states: shows arecesseddoorintraditionalshop Section 4.4andalsoFigure3(section4.2) solution forthesuburbs. The modernillustrationsdon’tshowastallriser bars. A1 usesbut A2 and A3 includingpubsandwine Clarify thescopeforSPGtoincludenotjust Comment part ofthedesign. receipts shouldbeconsidered as A facilityforthe depositofunwanted 4, para4.6 Insert additionalsentenceinsection No change No change suburbs andarcades. of traditionalshopfrontsinCardiff Furthermore, thisisastyletypical this issuecanbecontrolled. measures andimprovedlighting However, withnewsecurity cases attractantisocialbehaviour. that recesseddoorscaninsome paragraph 4.4demonstrates The textrelatingtoFigure1and No change glass. security andsafetywithreinforced It incorporatesastallrisertoaid for anylocationacrossthecity. design canbeusedasaguide alternative forshopfronts. This Figure 4demonstratesthemodern No change wine-bars andhotfoodtakeaways. and drink):restaurants,cafes,pubs, building societiesand A3 Uses(food professional services) e.g. banks and offices; A2Uses(Financialand (shops) e.g.travelagents,post This guidancerelatesto A1 Uses Amend Para2.6toread: Appendices Response 11.0 (Consultation Paragraph Section 5 Section 4 Section 4 Section 5 Section 5 Security Security Security Design Design Draft)

maintained. Freestandingbinsarepreferred. as theyareoftenleftoverflowingandnot incorporated intothedesignofshopfront It isnotrecommendedthattheyare Cigarette bins. particularly forsecurity. a litterproblem. They also needtobewelllit dispensers aremuchinuseandcancause Agree withthepointsmadein4.6ascash section 5.0tobewelcomed. Good pointsandhelpfuladviceasoutlinedin Request theviewsofinsuranceindustry and itsresponsetosecurityvandalism. The documentisbothcomprehensive andfully planning guidance. and Disorder Act aretranslatedintopractical Wales andlegalobligationsundertheCrime outlines themethodbywhich PlanningPolicy Comment design. facility butcannotstipulatethe can suggesttheneedforacollection We shop keepers;businessesetc. Officers; membersofthepublic; guidance andadvicetoPlanning The aimofthisSPGistoprovide No change No change No change No change. Standard (LPS)1175. approval schemetoLossPrevention certification body, operatesaproduct Board, theUK’s leadingindependent The LossPreventionCertification certificated toanapprovedstandard. recommends shuttersthatare ‘Secured byDesign’ guidance The Association ofPoliceOfficers, ‘www.securedbydesign.co.uk’. recognised standardasstatedby the marketwhichareproducetoa of transparentshuttersavailableon Shutters demonstratesthevariety Figure8Security decision. the aimofreachingareasonable discussions withtheapplicant Officer willenterintoaseriesof The Planning on itsownmerits. and eachapplicationisdetermined key designprinciplesareapplied For eachapplicationaseriesof terms ofshopfrontsandsignage. the overallstandardofdesignin The purposeofthisSPGistoraise No change Appendices Response

45 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 46 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 11.0 and Illumination Advertisements (Consultation Paragraph Shop front Section 6 Section 5 Section5 Security Security signs, Draft) the typeofshutterfrontagethatisacceptable. Request theCounciltakesatougherstanceon must alsobeconsidered. where streetlightingislacking.Safetyissues Lighting providesasafeenvironmentatnight trying toreduce. increasing theuseoffuel/energywhichweare residents andincreaselightpollutionaswell These premisescanbedisturbingtonearby illuminated? shops atnighttimewhichareleftbrightly Is thereawaythattheCouncilcancontrol solid rollershuttersareunacceptable. (Section 5.6)whichclearlydemonstratesthat We particularlywelcomeSection5.5andFig8 Comment Standard (LPS)1175. approval schemetoLossPrevention certification body, operatesaproduct Board, theUK’s leadingindependent The LossPreventionCertification certificated toanapprovedstandard. recommends shuttersthatare ‘Secured byDesign’ guidance The Association ofPoliceOfficers, ‘www.securedbydesign.co.uk’. recognised standardasstatedby the marketwhichareproducetoa of transparentshuttersavailableon Shutters demonstratesthevariety Figure8Security decision. the aimofreachingareasonable discussions withtheapplicant Officer willenterintoaseriesof ThePlanning para 5.4-5.7). its ownmerits(intermsofsecurity, each applicationisdeterminedon design principlesareappliedand For eachapplicationaseriesofkey terms ofshopfrontsandsignage. the overallstandardofdesignin The purposeofthisSPGistoraise No change disturbance islikely. it canbedemonstratedthatlight of illuminatedsignsatnightwhere can onlyconditiontheswitchingoff and generally, with thosethatdo,we all signsrequireplanningconsent the planningprocessislimited.Not illumination ofshopfrontsthrough Our statutoryabilitytocontrol No change Appendices Response

11.0 and Illumination Advertisements (Consultation Shop Front Paragraph Section 6 Signs, Draft) pleasing designofashopfront. visual cluttercandetractfromtheotherwise important becauseoverlylargesignscausing The advicegiveninSection6.3.and6.4is Comment schemes. sensitive andenergyefficient case officerwithaviewtoproducing discuss lightingproposalswiththe ….Applicants arestronglyadvisedto Amend Para6.17toread, security issues. collective actionthatalsoaddresses light pollutionwiththem,andseek issues ofsustainableenergyand basis. This willallowustoraisethe more directlyonacentrespecific intend toengagewithshopkeepers Centre Strategywork,wherewe issue willbethroughourDistrict The bestwaytoprogressthis Nuisance etc. could takeintermsofStatutory there aremeasuresthattheCouncil and enjoymentoftheirpropertythen it materiallyinterferedwiththeuse a shopfrontwassoexcessivethat showed thatthelightgeneratedby complaint fromanearbyresident In addition,ifaninvestigationofa or building. the characterandsettingofaplace schemes soasnottodetractfrom low energyefficientandsensitive officer withaviewtoproducing lighting proposalswiththeircase recommend thatapplicantsdiscuss However, theSPGdoesstrongly No change Appendices Response 47 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 48 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance 11.0 and Illumination Advertisements Canopies and Public Realm (Consultation Shop Front Paragraph Section 9 Section 8 Section 6 Signs, Blinds Draft) correct dayandtime. and recyclingispresentedforcollectiononthe their wastecorrectly. Pleaseensurethewaste Businesses haveadutyofcaretodispose avoid itescapingandcausingstreetlitter. ensure thatwasteandrecyclingismanagedto tables, chairsortoexhibitgoodsforsalemust Properties wishingtousethepublicrealmfor design andcolour. in ashoppingarea/centreshouldbethesame In relationtosection8allcanopiesandblinds stickers foradvertising? Why arefirstfloorwindowsclutteredwithvinyl Comment please contactWaste Management. correctly. Forfurtherinformation of caretodisposetheirwaste street litter. Businesseshaveaduty to avoiditescapingandcausing that wasteandrecyclingismanaged exhibit goodsforsalemustensure public realmfortables,chairsorto 9.2 Propertieswishingtousethe Public Realm,afterPara9.1: additional paragraphinSection9 Recommend theinclusionof front building. shape complimentsthatoftheshop proportion, position,colourand of thebuilding,andthatitssize, blind/canopy respectsthecharacter It isimportantthatthedesignof No change. at adistancefromtheglass’. appropriately positionedbehindand alternative issuspendedsignage generally beresisted…anacceptable transparency ofinneractivitieswill of stickonvinylimageswhichreduce Para 6.12 states that ‘large expanses applied. building stringentmeasureswillbe Conservation Area oritisalisted Where ashopfrontislocatedin and settingoftheshopfront. -character respect ofthecontext signage; securityandilluminationin shop front;architecturaldetailing; principles considerthedesignof across Cardiff. The keydesign design ofshopfrontsandsignage objectives toraisethequalityof The SPGoutlinestheaimsand No change. Appendices Response 11.0 (Consultation Appendix A Section 10 Paragraph Arcades Draft) crime, disorderandanti-socialbehaviour.” development canreduceopportunitiesfor to practicalwaysinwhichthedesignof Act 1998.Considerationshouldbegiven under Section17oftheCrimeandDisorder prevention intheexerciseoftheirfunctions to havedueregardcrimeanddisorder Para 5.17.1“Localauthoritiesarerequired (Page 22)whichisasfollows: under theheadingofNationalPolicyContext is fortheinclusionof TAN 12Paragraph5.17.1 There isonepointIwouldliketomakeandthat arcades. Inappropriate useofcolourandsignageinthe Comment Appendix A policy context. Insert para5.17.1from TAN 12into Building. Conservation Areas and/oraListed condition whereapremisesisin powers canbeusedbywayofa signage. However, suitable of shopfrontsandinappropriate its powerstocontrolcolourinterms The Planningsystemislimitedin No change Appendices Response 49 Design Guidance Shop Fronts and Signage Supplementary Planning Guidance

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