National requirements
- The National Planning Policy Framework sets out the basis of how sport and physical activity should be managed within planning policies and decisions. All sport and physical activity strategies must comply with this.
Mandatory Country-level requirements
- N/A
County-level Guidance
- Please refer to Local Policy and Guidance
- Please refer to Industry Best Practice Guidance
Local Policy and Guidance
This key guidance is in addition to the Local Plan, and will be provided by the relevant Kent Local Planning Authority.
It is critical that the existing local strategy is understanding and utilised, and through robust needs assessments, local areas gain a strong strategic basis for planning, investment, policy, and long-term infrastructure development. These tools are led by Local Planning Authorities can be used to ensure that developments meet identified needs, avoid duplication, and contribute to a coordinated network of high-quality provision:
- Playing Pitch Strategy (PPS)
- Built Facilities Strategy (BFS) / Indoor Built Facilities Strategy (IBFS)