Decision details

To increase the rates for financial contributions to Open Space provision from developers in line with inflation, to be effective from 1st April 2026 for all LP63 contributions for: -

• Parks & Recreation Grounds
• Natural & Semi-Natural Greenspace
• Amenity Greenspace
• Allotments
• Children & Young People (LAP, LEAP & NEAP)
• Outdoor Sports
• MUGA

The Open Space SPD sets out the financial contribution costs per dwelling to be provided towards new or enhanced off-site open space provision within the vicinity of a proposed housing development where appropriate. The financial contributions relate to different types of open space and are calculated using rates and triggers set out in tables 5 and 6 in the SPD, which states “that these figures will be reviewed periodically if the value of land and/or costs change.”

Agreement from Executive Director of Place on 27/07/2024 to review the financial contribution rates annually in line with inflation and in accordance with the FPR 11.1 requirements.

Reason: To ensure the council has an up-to-date Open Space Supplementary Planning Document which reflects increased financial contribution rates in line with inflation.

The decision was taken to increase rates for the Open Space SPD in line with inflation and henceforth carry out annual inflation increases (as required), to ensure FPR 11.1 requirements are met.