Open spaces have to be flexible and multi-purpose to cater for a wide range of community needs. Facilities and amenities should be linked, accessible and support inclusive social participation.
The primary purpose of our open space assets are to provide fun and engaging leisure and recreational areas as well as vibrant open spaces for the community.
The challenge is to create spaces within or adjacent to identified heritage places that are engaging, safe and accessible for children and visitors, while also ensuring that the design does not compromise the integrity, aesthetics or heritage values.
Involve conservation specialists early in the design process to ensure that open spaces are in line with best practice heritage conservation guidelines.
General
- Playgrounds and open spaces should contribute to the overall experience of the heritage site. It should provide visitors with spaces for rest, interaction and learning, without dominating or detracting from the heritage value.
- Opportunities and constraints should be identified to further enhance parks and open spaces in the Township and Heritage sites.
- Designs should be thoughtful, respectful and harmonious, balancing both contemporary needs and historical preservation.
