SPPS Strategic Planning Policy Statement Edition 2 (December 2025)·Page 67
Design Concept for New Housing Development
A design concept should be agreed incorporating sustainable elements including linkage to schools and facilities, cycling provision, open space, green and blue infrastructure, energy efficiency, and sustainable drainage systems.
A design concept should be sought from and agreed with the developer incorporating sustainable elements such as good linkage of housing with schools, community facilities and public transport; provision for cycling; adequate provision of open space and landscaping integrated with broader green and blue infrastructure systems; energy efficient design of housing units and use of sustainable drainage systems, where appropriate.
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