Belfast·SPG005 Placemaking and Urban Design·Page 31·4.4.2
Diverse uses to encourage multiple activities
The public realm should be designed to support commuting via accessible walking and cycling routes, social gathering with seating and sheltered areas, and interaction with other people, nature and wildlife.
Embedding a diverse range of uses that encourage people to; • Commute – accessible walking, cycling routes that align with anticipated desire lines and natural sightlines to make legible connections throughout the city. • Socialise – seating areas, sheltered areas, play areas, sports facilities, and connections to public transport community buildings encouraging people to participate and contribute to a sense of community cohesion. • Interact – not only with other people using the spaces but also with nature and wildlife to encourage greater levels of biodiversity within the city.
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