SPPS Strategic Planning Policy Statement Edition 2 (December 2025)·Page 17·4.9
Private, semi-private and public amenity space in residential development
Residential development must provide adequate private, semi-private and public amenity space to support mental and physical well-being and social cohesion, with particular attention to mixed-use or high-density schemes.
The need for adequate private, semi-private and public amenity space is a prime consideration in all residential development and contributes to mental and physical well-being and the strengthening of social cohesion. Such considerations are particularly important in mixed use or high density schemes where unconventional solutions may be appropriate.
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