Design Code
A design code sets out a number of design specifications for new developments in a simple, concise and illustrated way that is specific to an area. On our Design Code page you can find out about the status of the Design Code as a Supplementary Planning Document, understand how to use the Design Code and learn more about the purpose of the Code.
Housing
The purpose of the Housing Supplementary Planning Document is to explain the Authority’s requirements for all new housing development, how Policy 15 of our Local Plan will be applied in the determination of
planning applications, and the range of planning controls we will use.
View the Housing Supplementary Planning Document PDF below.
Key local areas
A key local area with Supplementary Planning Document guidance is the Windermere Gateway Transport Infrastructure Delivery project. The ambition is to secure a transformational gateway for Windermere which sustainably connects to the onward travel network and contributes to the vibrancy of the town by delivering housing and employment opportunities.
View the Wind Energy Supplementary Planning Document, including the full SPD PDF, below.
Landscape Character Assessment
The Landscape Character Assessment (LCA) seeks to provide a framework for developing a shared understanding of the current character of the Lake District’s landscapes and its future management needs.
It was developed for everyone with an interest in the future management of the Park – including residents, businesses, visitors,
students, national and local agencies, farmers and other land managers.
It can be used as an inspirational source of ideas and guidance to help encourage locally appropriate management and use of land in ways that conserve valued features of the landscape.
View the Landscape Character Assessment Supplementary Planning Document PDF below.
Biodiversity
The Biodiversity Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) provides advice and guidance about how biodiversity can be protected and enhanced. It is a guide developers, planners, and consultants about how biodiversity net gain will be integrated into the development process to ensure that legislation, policy, and best practice standards are met.
View the Biodiversity Supplementary Planning Document PDF below.
Wind energy
This Supplementary Planning Document guidance has been developed jointly by the Cumbrian local planning authorities to support the implementation of renewable energy policies in the Local Development Frameworks and provide consistent guidance for wind energy development across the County, contributing to meeting climate change objectives.
View the Wind Energy Supplementary Planning Document PDF below.
