Policy information sourced from Spelthorne Core Strategy and Policies Development Plan Document

CO3: Provision of Open Space for New Development

Where any new housing is proposed in areas of the Borough with inadequate public open space, or where provision would become inadequate because of the development, the Council will require either the provision of new on-site open space or a financial contribution towards the cost of new off-site provision. If on or off-site provision is not feasible the Council will require a contribution in the form of a commuted payment to improve existing sites to enhance their recreational value and capacity.

In new housing developments of 30 or more family dwellings the Council will require a minimum of 0.1ha of open space to provide for a children’s play area. Such provision to be increased proportionally according to the size of the scheme.

For more information please see the Core Strategy and Policies Development Plan Document