Deck access
Policy
Where deck access is proposed, this must be fully integrated into the architectural composition of the façade and use complementary materials.
- Dataset
- Design code rule
- Reference
- trafford-design-code-APL-9
Policy
Where deck access is proposed, this must be fully integrated into the architectural composition of the façade and use complementary materials.
Policy
All apartments must be provided with either balconies, terraces or private gardens, in addition to well-designed communal gardens.
Policy
The applicant must demonstrate that the proposed layout has been 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 and Nature’ section of this code.
Policy
Habitable rooms within each apartment must achieve an adequate level of privacy.
Policy
All new homes must be designed to meet Building Regulations M4(2) Category 2: ‘Accessible and adaptable dwellings’.
Policy
All apartment blocks must provide accessible external areas, footways and paths that are clear, direct and clutter free.
Policy
Accessible parking bays must be provided as the closest bays to the main entrance. The distance from any accessible parking spaces and the relevant block entrance must be kept to a minimum and be level or gently sloping.
Policy
All units at first floorlevel and above must be served by a minimum of one wheelchair accessible lift.
Policy
The scale of apartment blocks must reflect the surrounding context and achieve appropriate height and width proportions.
Policy
There should be a rhythm to the composition of windows, balconies, entrances and other details within the elevation. Elevations must be coherent so they are aesthetically pleasing and can be easily understood when viewed.