Consultation on the draft Open Space in New Residential and Commercial Development (SPD)

The proposed revision is very targeted. It relates only to how we uplift costs in the future.  The new method introduces a clearer, more flexible approach by indexing costs using recognised construction indices (such as BCIS), ensuring contributions remain accurate, up to date and reflective of the true cost of providing enhances open space improvements.

It is only the proposed amendments that are shown as track changes that we are consulting on (underlined for additional text, strikethrough for deletions or notes explaining the changes).  We are not consulting on other more detailed aspects of the SPD, such as the standards for open space provision, typologies, or wider policy principles. These remain as previously adopted.

A copy of the draft Open Space SPD can be viewed online here (see draft Open Space in New Residential and Commercial Development (SPD). of the Draft Open Space SPD can be viewed online (see draft Open Space in New Residential and Commercial Development (SPD).

The Council will consider all the consultation responses before adopting the SPD. Once adopted, the SPD will be used to guide and determine any future planning applications. The final SPD will be made available on the Councils’ website along with a Report of Consultation, and an Adoption Statement.

Please contact the Planning Policy Team using the email address localplan@nottinghamcity.gov.uk if you have any queries or would like more information. If you would like to speak to an officer on the phone, please email with your phone number and we will contact you in the first instance.