05-12-2008

    Area Action Plan

    Aerial view
    The Area Action Plan was prepared by Hackney Council and involved considerable consultation with key stakeholders and the community. Its purpose was to set out broad planning policies and guidelines for the area to ensure that the redevelopment fits in with Council policies.
    The key provisions are:
    • Public open space should cover not less than 10% of the Woodberry Down area
    • Parking provision of 50% - one space for every two homes with good facilities for cycling, walking, encouraging the use of public transport
    • There should be a mix of uses and tenures at Woodberry Down to make an exciting vibrant community
    • There should be top quality buildings and urban design
    • The redevelopment should be sustainable
    • There should be adequate facilities to meet the needs of the community
    • The community must continue to be involved in the redevelopment
    The Area Action Plan was approved by Council Cabinet in 2004 which allowed the redevelopment to be taken to the next stage which is starting to map a framework of how Woodberry Down will be rebuilt. This framework is known as the ‘URBAN DESIGN FRAMEWORK’, (UDF).
    PDF Document Read the Area Action Plan - Supplementary Planning Guidance (opens in a new window)