Assessing needs and opportunities: a companion guide to PPG17
Assessing needs and opportunities: a companion guide to PPG17
This Guide reflects the policy objectives for open space, sport and recreation, as set out in PPG17. The long-term outcomes PPG17 aims to deliver are:
Networks of accessible, high quality open spaces and sport and recreation facilities, in both urban and rural areas, which meet the needs of residents and visitors, are fit for purpose and economically and environmentally sustainable
An appropriate balance between new provision and the enhancement of existing provision
Clarity and reasonable certainty for developers and land owners in relation to the requirements and expectations of local planning authorities in respect of open space and sport and recreation provision
