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Purpose and Scope of PPS 8
NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
This Planning Policy Statement, PPS 8 'Open Space, Sport and Outdoor Recreation', sets out the Department's planning policies for the protection of open space, the provision of new areas of open space
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationsite-planningIntended Users and Scope of Application
NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
The PPS is of direct relevance to the public and those whose actions have a direct physical impact upon the natural or man-made environment. These include landowners, developers, government department
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationSuperseded Provisions
NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
The policies of this Statement supersede the following provisions of the Planning Strategy for Rural Northern Ireland: REC 1 - Recreational Open Space, REC 2 - Outdoor Recreation
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationPolicy Precedence for Open Space, Sport and Recreation
NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
Where the above policies are referred to elsewhere in the Planning Strategy, the policies of this Statement take precedence. It should be noted, however, that Planning Policy Statement 8 does not supe
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationsite-planningIntroduction and Definition of Open Space, Sport and Outdoor Recreation
1.1NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
Open space, sport and outdoor recreation are important components of life. They provide many cultural, social, economic and environmental benefits and contribute positively to physical and mental heal
open-spacesportrecreationaccessibilitypublic-buildingDefinition of Sport
1.2NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
Sport has been defined as "all forms of physical activity which, through casual or organised participation, aim at expressing or improving physical fitness and mental well-being, forming social relati
sportrecreationGovernment Priority for Open Space and Recreation
1.6NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
For all these reasons, the Government attaches great importance to the retention of our existing open spaces, the creation of attractive new spaces and the promotion of more opportunities to participa
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationSport and Recreation in Rural Regeneration
NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
The use being made of the countryside for a range of sporting and outdoor recreational activities, particularly where these are associated with farm diversification, can contribute to the process of r
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationruralProgramme for Government Context
2.1NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
The Programme for Government 2002–2005 promotes sustainable living to ensure that our society and economy develop in ways that meet our current needs, while ensuring that future generations can also m
open-spacesportrecreationRegional Development Strategy Recognition
2.2NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
The importance of open space, sport and outdoor recreation to health and the environment is acknowledged in the Regional Development Strategy for Northern Ireland 2025 (RDS). The RDS seeks to create h
open-spacesportrecreationRegional Development Strategy Specific Measures
2.3NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
A number of specific measures are highlighted and these include: - • encouraging the protection and enhancement of open spaces and playing facilities for the long-term benefit of the whole community (
open-spacesportrecreationconservationaccessibilitysite-planningPlanning Policies - Introduction and Scope
5.0NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
In exercise of its responsibility for planning control in Northern Ireland, the Department assesses development proposals against all planning policies and other material considerations that are relev
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationresidentialexternal-spaceExchange of Open Space - Planning Conditions and Agreements
5.7NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
Where an exchange is acceptable in principle the Department will secure this through use of planning conditions or, where appropriate, a Planning Agreement under Article 40 of the Planning (NI) Order
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationRedevelopment of Playing Fields and Sports Pitches in Urban Areas
5.8NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
In relation to playing fields and sports pitches in urban areas, there may be exceptional circumstances where it is demonstrated that the retention and enhancement of the facility can only be achieved
open-spacesportplaying-fieldsOne-Time Application of Playing Field Redevelopment Exception
5.9NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
The above exception will be applied only once to guard against the piecemeal erosion of playing fields and sports pitches by a succession of small developments, possibly over a long period of time. In
open-spacesportplaying-fieldsAssessment of Alternative Uses of Open Space
5.10NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
All proposals for the alternative use of open space will be assessed with regard to their effect on the amenity, character and biodiversity of the area and the wider locality and taking into account t
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationAssessment of sporting and outdoor recreational proposals
5.28NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
In assessing proposals, the Department will take account of the nature of the sporting or outdoor recreational activity and the ability of the land or the landscape to sustain that activity in the lon
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationGolf Driving Ranges
5.32NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
Golf driving ranges are generally more intensive land uses than golf courses with different visitor patterns and potentially higher levels of traffic generation. The buildings or the galleries, especi
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationlandscapesite-planningEquestrian Uses
5.33NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
The keeping and riding of horses for recreational purposes is increasingly popular in many parts of the countryside. Outdoor participatory recreational uses such as riding schools will normally be con
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationrurallandscapeNoisy Sports
5.34NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
Some outdoor recreational activities have the potential to generate high levels of noise and it is therefore necessary to pay special regard to the siting and location of such activities. Policy OS 5
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationsoundTemporary Recreational Uses
5.35NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
Part 4 of the Planning (General Development) Order (NI) 1993 provides rights for the temporary use of land for a specified number of days each year. These rights are often used to facilitate certain s
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationtemporary-usePolicy OS 5: Noise Generating Sports and Outdoor Recreational Activities
Policy OS 5NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
The Department will only permit the development of sport or outdoor recreational activities that generate high levels of noise where all the following criteria are met: (i) there is no unacceptable le
outdoor-recreationsportnoiseopen-spaceJustification for Noise Policy in Sports and Recreation
5.41NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
The impact of noise is an important issue in assessing proposals for activities such as motorsports, shooting, water-skiing and paintball adventure games. The noise associated with such activities can
outdoor-recreationsportnoiseopen-spaceSite Selection Criteria for Noise-Generating Sports
5.42, 5.43NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
Appropriate sites for regular use by noise generating sports are not easy to identify. Much will depend on the type of activity, the tone, level, frequency and duration of any noise generated, the des
outdoor-recreationsportnoiseopen-spaceFloodlighting of Sports and Outdoor Recreation Facilities
5.54NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
In certain cases it may be possible to permit proposals subject to the imposition of conditions limiting the hours during which the floodlights may be operated and/or the frequency of their use, restr
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationlightingresidential-amenityNPFA Minimum Standard for Outdoor Playing Space
B1NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
The National Playing Fields Association (NPFA) recommends a minimum standard for 'outdoor playing space' of 2.4 hectares per 1,000 population. This is commonly referred to as the '6 Acre Standard'. Th
open-spacesportrecreationpublic-buildingComponents of Outdoor Playing Space
B2NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
'Outdoor playing space' is made up of two main components. The first of these is land provided for outdoor sport, principally for adults and youths. The second is playing space for children.
open-spacesportrecreationNPFA Standards as Minimum Requirements
B3NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
Following a recent review, the NPFA maintains that its recommended levels for the allocation of 'outdoor playing space' are justified. Furthermore it confirms that these are minimum standards and advi
open-spacesportrecreationFacilities Excluded from Outdoor Playing Space Definition
B4NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
The following facilities are excluded from the definition of 'outdoor playing space', although the NPFA recognises that there are circumstances where some of them can make a valuable contribution to t
open-spacesportrecreationconservationExcluded facilities from open space standards
B5(vi)-(viii)NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
(vi) sports halls or leisure centres; (vii) commercial entertainment complexes and theme parks; and (viii) car parks for non-recreational use.
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationNPFA standard outdoor sport provision
B5(A)NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
(A) Outdoor Sport: 1.6 hectares (i) Facilities such as pitches, greens, courts, athletic tracks and miscellaneous sites such as training areas in the ownership of councils; (ii) Facilities as describe
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationReference standard for outdoor playing space
B6NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
Further information can be found in the publication "The Six Acre Standard: Minimum Standards for Outdoor Playing Space", NPFA, 2001.
open-spacesportoutdoor-recreationDistrict Councils' Role in Open Space and Recreation Development
C1NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
District councils are key enablers in the development of sport and physical recreation and have the primary responsibility for the provision of public open space facilities within their areas. Their s
open-spacesportrecreationpublic-buildingStatutory Responsibilities of District Councils
C2NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
The statutory responsibility for district councils to secure the provision for their area of adequate facilities for recreational, social, physical and cultural activities is set out in the Local Gove
open-spacesportrecreationSports Council for Northern Ireland Role
C4NI-wide·PPS 8 Open Space Sport and Outdoor Recreation
The Sports Council for Northern Ireland is responsible for promoting the furtherance of sport and physical recreation in Northern Ireland. Its role includes encouraging participation in sport, raising
sportrecreation