Policy information sourced from Barnet Colindale AAP 2010

5.1 Urban Design in Colindale

Colindale will become a transformed distinct place encompassing only the highest quality sustainable urban design, architecture and open spaces within a vibrant, successful and diverse neighbourhood re-integrated with the rest of Barnet’s successful city suburbs. Development will incorporate the following urban design principles:

  1. Character – Colindale will have its own distinct identity as a transformed, dynamic and inspirational place incorporating a range of appropriate densities;
  2. Continuity and legibility – Colindale will be easy to understand and navigate for residents, workers and visitors;
  3. public realm – Colindale will have high quality, attractive and successful public spaces and streets;
  4. Ease of movement – Colindale will be easy to get to and move through incorporating a high quality transport interchange as a gateway to the area from Colindale Avenue;
  5. Sustainability – Colindale will be a sustainable place which minimises resource consumption;
  6. Adaptability – Colindale will be a place that can easily respond to changing requirements; and
  7. Diversity – Colindale will be a place which offers variety and choice.

For more information please see the Colindale AAP 2010