Delight as Agent of Change adopted in London
Grassroots music venue campaigners delighted at new level of protection.
News By IQ | 1 December 2017
To the delight of grassroots music venue campaigners in the city, London has adopted the Agent of Change principle. Mayor Sadiq Khan added the directive to the new London Plan – a vital strategic document which sets out a vision for the development of the city.
It means property developers have to take into account pre-existing businesses, such as music venues, when applying for planning permission. For example, the developer of new flats has to take responsibility for soundproofing to avoid the…