Open space, recreation and landscaping calculator notes
| Open space type | Definition |
|---|---|
| Parks and gardens | Urban parks and formal gardens for recreation and community events. |
| Natural greenspace | Woodland, scrub, wetland and so on with high wildlife value, including country parks. |
| Green corridors | Such as paths, cycleways, wildlfie corridors and river corridors. There is no standard for this type of space, however, it can still be considered for provision on site in lieu of other types of space if it is of benefit to the development and equivalent in size and value. |
| Outdoor sports facilities | Spaces specifically for sport and formal recreation such as football pitches and bowling greens. |
| Amenity greenspace | Spaces specifically for sport and formal recreation such as football pitches and bowling greens. |
| Play | Playgrounds and young people's areas such as multi ball courts and kick walls. Measured in play units, one play unit equals doorstep play areas (please contact Countryside and Greenspace Team for information) |
| Allotments | Recognised areas for people to grow their own produce. |
| Civic space | Hard surfaced pedestrian areas to provide attractive urban settings. There is no standard for this type of space, however, it can still be considered for provision on site in lieu of other types of space if it is of benefit to the development and equivalent in size and value. |
General notes
Except in the case of amenity greenspace, other types of on site open space will only be required where the quantity standard for that type of open space is not met in the area of the development. Please see SPD or PPG17 Assessment for more details.
The Standard Charge is intended to provide a typical example of what is required to mitigate the development. The charge will then be spent on the specific needs of the area where the development is located, in line with the standards identified in the SPD.
Employment development notes
The floor space to worker ratio used is based on a study, produced by DTZ in 2004 and identified in the Employment Land Reviews: Guidance Note.
The floor space to worker ratio used should be the basis of calculation although there may be instances where it can be demonstrated that a greater or lesser ratio is appropriate, such as a specialist operation.
The development type should be worked out based on the primary use of the development where the primary use is clear.
Floor space should be worked out on the net iternal area. Net internal area is the internal area including entrance halls, kitchens and built-in units but excluding toilets, stairways, lifts, corridors and common areas.
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