Policy information sourced from the Reigate & Banstead Local Plan - Development Management Plan

OSR1: Urban Open Space

For designated Urban Open Space:

  1. Proposals which directly complement and enhance the value and use of the Urban Open Space for recreation, biodiversity and/or nature conservation will be looked upon favourably provided that the predominant open character of the space is maintained.
  2. Any other development which would result in the full or partial loss of designated Urban Open Space will only be permitted in exceptional circumstances, where any loss of openess resulting from the proposed development would not have an adverse effect on local character, visual amenity or ecological value; and either:
    • There is clear evidence to demonstrate that the site is surplus to requirements and does not make a significant contribution to the recreational, community, ecological or amenity value of the area
    • Provision is made for appropriate and suitably located replacement open space of the same type and of at least equivalent quality and/or quantity. Replacement open spaces should be located as close to the lost open space as possible
    • The proposal is for alternative sports and recreational provision which clearly outweighs the loss of the open space; or
    • The proposal is for the expansion of an existing school, the need for which clearly outweighs the loss of the urban open space.
  3. Planning conditions and/or obligations will be used to secure the timely delivery of any agreed enhancements or alternative provision.

For more information please see the Reigate & Banstead Development Management Plan