Design Code Checker | PlanningCore

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1. Context

Understanding and responding to local character, heritage, and landscape

Score (0-4)

Sub-criteria

Site and context analysis undertaken

Responds to local character and identity

Considers heritage and cultural context

Integrates with surrounding landscape

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2. Identity

Creating a positive sense of place with distinctive features

Score (0-4)

Sub-criteria

Creates distinctive local identity

Uses locally appropriate materials

Clear legibility and wayfinding

Includes focal points or landmarks

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3. Built Form

Compact, walkable, mixed-use neighbourhoods with appropriate density

Score (0-4)

Sub-criteria

Appropriate density for context

Mix of building types provided

Appropriate height and massing

Active frontages and street enclosure

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4. Movement

Connected, permeable street networks with pedestrian and cycle priority

Score (0-4)

Sub-criteria

Connected street network to surroundings

Pedestrian and cycle priority

Integrated parking strategy

Access to public transport

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5. Nature

Enhanced green infrastructure and biodiversity net gain

Score (0-4)

Sub-criteria

Green infrastructure strategy in place

Biodiversity net gain achieved

Tree planting and retention strategy

SuDS and water management integrated

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6. Public Spaces

Well-designed public and communal spaces with natural surveillance

Score (0-4)

Sub-criteria

Hierarchy of public spaces designed

Natural surveillance and safety provided

Inclusive and accessible design

Long-term management plan in place

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7. Uses

Mixed, vibrant, and flexible land uses supporting active communities

Score (0-4)

Sub-criteria

Mix of uses provided and integrated

Access to local amenities and services

Flexible and adaptable buildings designed

Community facilities included

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8. Homes and Buildings

Functional, healthy, and sustainable spaces that meet standards

Score (0-4)

Sub-criteria

Meets space standards and quality

Good daylight and aspect provided

Accessible and adaptable to M4(2)

Adequate storage provision

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9. Resources

Sustainable, low carbon, and climate resilient design

Score (0-4)

Sub-criteria

Low energy or net zero strategy

Sustainable materials selection

Construction waste minimisation plan

Climate resilience measures included

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10. Lifespan

Built to last with easy maintenance and long-term management

Score (0-4)

Sub-criteria

Durable materials and construction

Easy to maintain and manage

Adaptable to future uses and changes

Long-term stewardship plan in place

Design Code Compliance

Project Information

1. Context

2. Identity

3. Built Form

4. Movement

5. Nature

6. Public Spaces

7. Uses

8. Homes and Buildings

9. Resources

10. Lifespan

Design Code Compliance

Project Information

1. Context

2. Identity

3. Built Form

4. Movement

5. Nature

6. Public Spaces

7. Uses

8. Homes and Buildings

9. Resources

10. Lifespan

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