Belfast·SPG005 Placemaking and Urban Design·Page 18·4.1.13

Avoiding cul-de-sacs and promoting connectivity

Cul-de-sacs should be avoided where possible because they hinder connectivity and fail to promote the legibility of a place. Urban design principles should be used to create a sense of place that supports permeability and inclusivity.

It is important to point out that there will be areas within the city that lack a sense of place and local distinctiveness due to poor layouts and design that inhibit permeability and inclusivity. In such places, it may be appropriate to create a new sense of place through established urban design principles that sets a precedent for positive placemaking. The use of cul-de-sacs, which hinder connectivity and fail to promote the legibility of a place, should be avoided where possible.

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