Our local communities have been the lifeblood of Stockport as we have come through the Covid-19 and cost of living crises together. Active and vibrant communities and social infrastructure are a vital part of the future of Stockport in which everyone can lead healthy and happy lives.
The policies in this section of the plan will allow the council to manage development so that, in particular, it supports or contributes to achieving Objectives 1, 2, 3, 4 and 8.
COM 1: Healthy and active across all ages
1. When determining planning applications the council will expect that:
a.health, education and other community facilities and services have sufficient space, are suitable and compatible if located together or in close proximity to each other, including through the creation of community hubs;
b.development facilitates access to a range of high quality, well-maintained, robust and accessible open spaces, public realm, play, sports, leisure and cultural facilities, including the historic environment;
c.access to biodiverse green and blue spaces and infrastructure is increased to promote physical and mental health and wellbeing;
d.safer and more active environments are created, increasing opportunities for more sustainable travel choices whilst benefiting physical and mental health and wellbeing;
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