PPG4 Industrial and Commercial Development and Small Firms

This PPG takes a positive approach to the location of new business developments and assisting small firms through the planning system. The main message is that economic growth and a high-quality environment have to be pursued together.

The locational demands of industry should be a key consideration in drawing up plans. Development plans should weigh the importance of industrial and commercial development with that of maintaining and improving environmental quality.

The advice covers mixed uses, conservation and heritage, re-use of urban land and other matters. (Original release date November 1992 [The Planning Green Paper identifies this as a priority for early review])

View 'Planning Policy Guidance 4: Industrial, commercial development and small firms' here.