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• Floor to ceiling heights

  Policy

  Floor to ceiling heights must be a minimum of 2.5 metres for at least 75% of the gross internal area.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: trafford-design-code-HPL-5

• External living environment

  Policy

  The applicant must demonstrate that all houses will be provided with private outdoor spaces that meet the functional needs and wellbeing of the occupiers.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: trafford-design-code-HPL-6

• Landscape strategy

  Policy

  The proposed layout must be informed by a site wide landscape strategy, that includes landscaping proposals, sustainable drainage systems and biodiversity net gain requirements which comply with the best practice guide and coding requirements set out in the ‘Landscape, Nature and Public Realm’ section of this code.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: trafford-design-code-HPL-7

• Separation distances

  Policy

  The layout of two storey dwellings must ensure that a minimum of 21 metres is provided between major facing windows across private gardens. For major facing windows across a highway, separation distances must accord with the context of the street and the established building line. A minimum separation distance of 15 metres between blank gables and habitable room windows must be provided.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: trafford-design-code-HPL-8

• Rear garden separation distances

  Policy

  A separation distance of 10.5 metres between main windows and rear garden boundaries must be provided.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: trafford-design-code-HPL-9

• Bin storage

  Policy

  Bins should be stored to the rear of the dwelling or where this is not possible, to the side. Bin storage to the front of dwellings will only be permitted if a well designed concealment solution, within a dedicated structure, is proposed. Waste collection vehicles must be able to get to within 10 metres of the collection point.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: trafford-design-code-HPL-10

• Accessibility standards

  Policy

  All new homes must be designed to meet Building Regulations M4(2) Category 2: Accessible and adaptable dwellings. Building Regulations M4(3) Category 3: Wheelchair user dwellings must be provided in accordance with the New Trafford Local Plan.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: trafford-design-code-HAC-1

• Accessible external footways

  Policy

  All dwellings must provide accessible external areas, footways and paths that are clear, direct and clutter free.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: trafford-design-code-HAC-2

• Accessible parking

  Policy

  Locate car parking where there is the most accessible route to the main entrance, a route which is step-free, level and free from obstruction. This may need to be from the street or parking courtyards so consider the route people take outside of the private boundary.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: trafford-design-code-HAC-3

• Surrounding context and rhythm

  Policy

  The elevations of new houses must reflect the surrounding context, achieve appropriate width and height proportions and be coherent so they are aesthetically pleasing and can be easily understood when viewed. The design of houses must also replicate the proportion and composition of elevations along a street to create rhythm.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: trafford-design-code-HEP-1

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