SETTING OPEN SPACE/ RECREATION STANDARDS

PROTECTION OF OPEN SPACES/ RECREATIONAL FACILITIES

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  Protect and/or enhance existing open spaces of value - or potential value - to the local community (PPG17, para 18) (Assessing needs and opportunities: PPG17 companion guide, para 8.16)(UDP Policy ST10)
  
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  Parks, recreation grounds, playing fields and allotments must not be regarded as 'previously-developed land', as defined in annex C of PPG3. Even where land does fall within the definition of 'previously-developed', its existing and potential value for recreation and other purposes should be properly assessed before development is considered (PPG17, para.14).
  
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  Planning policies should identify circumstances in which the planning authority may allow the redevelopment of an existing open space or sport and recreation facility (Assessing needs and opportunities: PPG17 companion guide, para 8.16).
  

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  The development of existing recreation land or facilities will not be permitted unless the development is for formal or informal recreation purposes, adequate replacement is provided, the site is surplus to requirements (giving consideration to all the functions that open space can perform) or the development is ancillary to the use of the site (PPG17, para 10 and 15) (UDP, Policy R1) (Greenspace Strategy, policy GS13)
  
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  Greenspace should be designed so as to (where appropriate and practical) mitigate against the impacts of climate change, such as by providing flood storage or sustainable drainage systems (SUDS), or through increasing tree planting (Greenspace Strategy SPD, Policy GS10).
  
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  Local authorities should ensure that open spaces do not suffer from increased overlooking, traffic flows or other encroachment (PPG17, para 17).
  
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  Neglected green spaces should be revived and should be central to the regeneration of communities (How to create quality parks and open spaces, pg 17).
  
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  Make active ageing the norm rather than the exception, for example by protecting green spaces and launching physical activity initiatives. Protect and promote community ownership of green spaces and improve access to land so that people can grow their own food (Healthy Lives Healthy People para 11(e))
  

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  Planning policies should cover circumstances when it is acceptable to relocate poorly situated but necessary open spaces (Assessing needs and opportunities: PPG17 companion guide, para 8.16)(UDP Policy ST10)
  
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  Local authorities should avoid any erosion of recreational function (PPG17, para 17).
  

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  Any development involving the loss of a Priority Sports Pitch (including Additional Capacity Pitches) will be required to provide a replacement pitch, irrespective of when that existing pitch was last used or its current condition (Greenspace Strategy SPD, Policy GS12).
  

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  Small scale structures may be appropriate in open spaces, sport or recreation grounds where they support recreational uses (PPG17, para 16).
  
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  Development must not be to the detriment of Key Recreation Areas (Adopted UDP, Policy R4).
  

ACCESSIBLE OPEN SPACES

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  It should be ensured that all sections of society can enjoy greenspaces and recreation activities (Rural White Paper, para 11.1.2) (Greenspace Strategy SPD, para 1.17).
  

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  Local authorities should plan for new open space and sports and recreational facilities by promoting accessibility by walking, cycling and public transport, and ensure that facilities are accessible for people with disabilities (PPS1, para 27) (PPG13, para 20) (PPG17, para 20[i]) (RPG13, Policy UR10) (Red Rose Forest Plan, Policies SR.1, SR.4, SR.6, SR.7, SR.8 & W.3 ) (2020 Vision: A Transport Strategy for Greater Manchester [Draft] p.7) (Maximising Tourism Potential: A Vision for Salford’s Tourism Strategy, p.32) (Greenspace Strategy SPD, Policy GS10 and para.1.17)
  

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  More intensive recreational uses should be located in sites where they can contribute to town centre vitality and viability (PPG17, para 20[ii])
  
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  Equipped Children’s Play Space should be located within safe and easy walking distance of its catchment area, minimising the need to cross main roads or other significant barriers, and providing safe access routes where there is such a need (Greenspace Strategy SPD, Policy GS3).
  

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  Where possible the council should provide links to Strategic Semi-Natural Greenspace locations for walkers and cyclists (Greenspace Strategy SPD, para 5.2).
  
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  Improve access to and the quality of greenspace, leisure and recreation resources to provide greater opportunities for local people to lead healthier lives (Claremont and Weaste Neighbourhood Plan – Statement 12).
  
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  Ensure public open spaces and public paths are maintained to a high standard and can be reached on foot, by bicycle, other modes of transport that involve physical activity and public transport (NICE public health guidance 8).
  

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