Ref: 264

Question 3.11

11 of 20 in Place making

Objective

To create defensible spaces that clearly define public and private spaces.

Importance: ImportanceImportance

Question

This section of the checklist equates with the Building for Life Standard but not on a question by question basis. This question equates with BfL question 10.

Will the development make a clear distinction between public fronts and private backs, allowing for secure gardens or parking, or delivery access at the rear and an overlooked, safe public realm?

Targets and Justification

Best
100% frontages onto street, 0% exposed backs
Good
100% building frontages face onto street
Minimum
See relevant local planning authority standard for minimum required

Applies to Developments

This question applies to all types of development (except clearance/remediation works).

Ref: 264

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