Planning and Community Safety
In March 2006, a guidance note was approved setting out how the layout and design of development can contribute to the reduction in crime and the fear of crime, and discourage anti-social behaviour, by creating safer places. Planning and Community Safety
Stratford-upon-Avon - Design in Residential Areas
On 25 July 2005 the District Council adopted as Supplementary Planning Guidance the general principles and area specific design guidance contained in the Stratford-upon-Avon Residential Character Study.
Stratford-upon-Avon - Design in Residential Areas
Planning for Farm Diversification
On 4 July 2005 an informal guidance note was approved to advise farmers on how to bring forward schemes to diversify their activities and the issues that need to be addressed in the consideration of planning applications.
Planning for Farm Diversification
Provision of Open Space
On 28 February 2005 the District Council adopted guidance for assessing the open space requirement on development sites in Stratford-upon-Avon and the Main Rural Centres. Where provision is not made on site, a methodology is provided for calculating the level of financial contribution towards off-site provision.
An audit of open space in Stratford-upon-Avon and the Main Rural Centres has been carried out to assist the operation of this guidance.
Provision of Open Space
Open Space Audit
Stratford-upon-Avon Waterfront Masterplan
On 8 December 2003 the District Council adopted a masterplan, produced jointly with Warwickshire County Council, setting out a design-led vision for the future of the Waterfront public realm and in the context of the anticipated proposals for the Royal Shakespeare Theatre.
Stratford-upon-Avon Waterfront Masterplan
Stratford-upon-Avon Town Design Statement
On 30 September 2002 the District Council adopted a Design Statement prepared by representatives of the town's residents. It analyses the character of the town and seeks to influence the nature of new development.
Lorries in the Vale of Evesham
In November 2001 the District Council, along with Cotswold and Wychavon District Councils, adopted guidance to control the location of new development and the expansion of existing businesses that would generate additional HGV movements in the Vale of Evesham.
Stratford-on-Avon District Design Guide
On 18 September 2000 the District Council adopted comprehensive design guidance for developers. Its central focus is maintaining the distinctive, local qualities of the District.
District Design Guide
For further information please contact the Planning Policy team on 01789 260337, by emailing planning@stratford-dc.gov.uk or by fax on 01789 260330.
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