Design of balconies and terraces

As a general principle, balconies and/or terraces provided (whether open, wholly or partly covered, or enclosed) should be accessible from living/dining rooms and be designed to provide equal amenity and utility to all building users, offering an appropriate size for their intended use, be it seating space or food and plant growing etc. In considering the design of balconies and/or terraces, the Council will generally apply guidance within the latest edition of the British Standard (BS) "Guide to the design of balconies and terraces (BS 8579)", including the requirements for a minimum 1500mm turning circle and 300mm projection either side of sliding doors for accessibility.