Bracknell Forest - LP 38: Accessible and Adaptable Dwellings

Policy information sourced from the Bracknell Forest Local Plan 2024-2037 document.

LP 38: Accessible and Adaptable Dwellings.

Housing proposals will be expected to meet high standards of accessibility and, to this end:

1. All new build dwellings will, as a minimum, be constructed in accordance with the requirements of Part M4 Category 2 – Accessible and adaptable dwellings of the Building Regulations 2010 (Approved Document ‘M’ – Access to and use of Buildings – dwellings 2015) (As Amended) and any subsequent updates.

2. On developments of 10 (gross) or more new build dwellings:

at least 5% of all dwellings will meet the Part M4(3)(2)(a) standard for wheelchair adaptable dwellings, and
where evidence from the Council’s Housing Register points to a current local need, affordable schemes will include provision for Part M(4)(3)(2)(b) wheelchair accessible dwellings, and,
where a scheme includes specialist housing for older people and adults with disabilities, 100% of all self contained units will meet the Part M4(3)(2)(a) standard for wheelchair adaptable dwellings.

For more information, including links to the referenced Approved Documents, please visit Bracknell Forest’s Local Plan document here.