The Regional Strategy for Yorkshire and Humber (Partial Revocation) Order 2013 No. 117

Article 2

SCHEDULE RSS York Green Belt policies

POLICY YH9: Green belts

C The detailed inner boundaries of the Green Belt around York should be defined in order to establish long term development limits that safeguard the special character and setting of the historic city.

POLICY Y1: York sub area policy

Plans, strategies, investment decisions and programmes for the York sub area should:

C Environment

1.  In the City of York LDF, define the detailed boundaries of the outstanding sections of the outer boundary of the York Green Belt about 6 miles from York city centre and the inner boundary in line with policy YH9C.

2.  Protect and enhance the nationally significant historical and environmental character of York, including its historic setting, views of the Minster and important open areas.