Policy information sourced from Hackney Local Plan 2033

PP1 Public Realm

Public realm improvements and spaces between buildings must be considered as part of all development schemes. Where appropriate, development should:

  1. Integrate new and existing public realm: improving the quality and function of existing routes; creating well-defined streets and open spaces; and taking advantage of existing topography and landscape features;
  2. Create wide, clear and level pavements and avoid unnecessary street clutter;
  3. Provide landscaping, planting, seating, drinking water fountains, shade and shelter, street lighting and signage - incorporating these into the frontage of a building where possible;
  4. Make it easy for people to find their way around, by marking focal points and accesses to buildings and open spaces;
  5. Provide safe building entrances and exits and appropriately designed lighting and security features as an integral part of the development;
  6. Create multi-functional shared public space for users of all ages, allowing opportunity for informal play and recreation as well as for sitting and lingering.

For more information please see the Hackney Local Plan 2033