Ref: 257

Question 3.4

4 of 20 in Place making

Objective

To ensure that the preparation of a Design and Access statement, that is informed by studies of the site and its surroundings, is discussed with the appropriate parties prior to finalisation.

Importance: Importance

Question

This section of the checklist equates with the Building for Life Standard but not on a question by question basis.

Will a design statement, incorporating the findings of context appraisals and explaining emerging design principles be discussed with the Local Authority prior to the application? Is the development site’s rural character fully addressed?

Targets and Justification

Best
Yes and involving Design Champions and referencing Urban Design Compendium (English Partnerships)
Good
Yes - building on context appraisals that include the existing landscape (rural or urban) and ecological asset studies, surrounding and prospective community and demographic appraisal. The design statement should incorporate a rural settlement character
Minimum
See relevant local planning authority standard for minimum required

Applies to Developments

This question applies to all residential developments; all mixed developments; all office/retail developments; medium and large industrial developments; and clearance/remediation works.

Ref: 257

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