Ref: 265

Question 3.12

12 of 20 in Place making

Objective

To ensure that the development responds to local character whilst reinforcing its own identity.

Importance: Importance

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 questions 1-5 and 11-15.

Will the appearance of the development be visually appropriate, taking into consideration the local character, and will it complement the character of the location (e.g. urban or rural) whilst creating a strong identity for the new neighbourhood?

  1. Building materials and colour complementing local character
  2. Building style and form enhancing local character
  3. Roofscapes visually respecting the developments location within a local context
  4. Continuity of local building details such as windows and doors
  5. Residential component of the development fostering a potential for personalisation by prospective residents
  6. Contemporary approach to reflecting the local vernacular

Targets and Justification

Best
Yes to 1 - 6
Good
Yes to 1 - 5
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: 265

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