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Open Space in New Developments SPD

Open Space SPD - Adopted January 2009 [PDF, 0.6MB]

This SPD was adopted to provide guidance to support Development Plan Documents that have now been replaced by the South Cambridgeshire Local Plan 2018. This document is still a material consideration when making planning decisions in line with having regard to consistency with national planning guidance and the adopted South Cambridgeshire Local Plan 2018.

What is the Open Space in New Developments SPD?

The Open Space in New Developments SPD [PDF, 0.6MB] gives more information on standards for children's play space, outdoor sport, and informal open space for new developments. It also provides clear guidance on how to calculate the requirements of individual developments.

The SPD produced does not cover community buildings, and these will be addressed separately in the Planning Obligations SPD.

Adoption of the Open Space in New Developments SPD

The Open Space in New Developments SPD was adopted on 15 January 2009. 

The adopted SPD takes account of any representations received during the public consultation. To see a summary of these and the Council's answers, visit Cabinet Meeting - 15 January 2009.

Adoption Documents

Supporting Documents