Design and Placemaking Non-Statutory Guidance - April 2022

This document contains non-statutory guidance for Policy 3, Design and Placemaking, within the Cairngorms National Park Local Development Plan 2021. It is aimed at anyone involved in the planning process, such as developers and architects. The guidance emphasizes delivering the right development in the right place and meeting the six qualities of successful places, which are to be distinctive, safe and pleasant, welcoming, adaptable, resource efficient, and easy to move around and beyond. It covers site appraisal, design considerations, sustainable design, and community engagement, offering detailed advice on various aspects, including landscape integration, access, and use of resources. The document also provides case studies to illustrate successful placemaking in the Cairngorms National Park.