Key Aims
The key aims of this Design SPD are to:
• Establish the expectations for a high level of design and build quality in all development proposals in Rutland and South Kesteven;
• Set out the design steps and considerations that planning applicants are expected to undertake; and
• Provide applicants with a clear understanding of good quality design at any scale or type of development, from a new community to an individual home extension
Policy Status
The Design Guidelines supplement the Local Plan Policy DE1 and other relevant Local Plan policies.
As an SPD, these guidelines will be a material consideration when determining planning applications, meaning that they will be important and carry weight.
Summary of content
The document covers a wide range of development, including large residential developments, commercial schemes and household extensions.
The guidelines cover a broad range of issues- from tackling Climate Change to making it easy to park your car, put the bins out or walk to school.
Consultation
Consultation was undertaken between the 29th January - 12th March 2021 and the results of this and the subsequent amendments to the guidelines are summarised in the Consultation Statement below.
Click here to see the Rutland and South Kesteven Design Guidelines
Click here for the Adoption Statement
Click here for the Consultation Statement