Support
New Local Plan: Spatial Options Document 2021
Representation ID: 39487
Received: 22/09/2021
Respondent: Persimmon Homes Essex
Persimmon would welcome the use of these, which would be supported by the NPPF:
“Being clear about design expectations, and how these will be tested, is essential…”
“Plans should, at the most appropriate level, set out a clear design vision and expectations, so that applicants have as much certainty as possible about what is likely to be acceptable.”
“To provide maximum clarity about design expectations... all local planning authorities should prepare design guides or codes consistent with the principles set out in the National Design Guide and National Model Design Code, and which reflect local character and design preferences.”
Persimmon would welcome the use of these, which would be supported by the NPPF:
“Being clear about design expectations, and how these will be tested, is essential…”
“Plans should, at the most appropriate level, set out a clear design vision and expectations, so that applicants have as much certainty as possible about what is likely to be acceptable.”
“To provide maximum clarity about design expectations... all local planning authorities should prepare design guides or codes consistent with the principles set out in the National Design Guide and National Model Design Code, and which reflect local character and design preferences.”