Green infrastructure, other studies, and links
Green Infrastructure Study (2012)
The National Planning Policy Framework defines green infrastructure as: 'A network of multi-functional green space, urban and rural, which is capable of delivering a wide range of environmental and quality of life benefits for local communities'.
A study was prepared in 2012 to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the existing green infrastructure network and highlight opportunities to improve and strengthen the network. The study helped to develop a joined-up approach to delivering ecological services, recreational benefits, climate change mitigation, adaptation measures and the retention and enhancement of landscape character and distinctiveness across the district.
Arun Green Infrastructure Study [pdf] 4MB
List of figures
Figure 2.1 - Key GI Assets [pdf] 4MB
Figure 2.2 - Key GI Assets Over 50ha [pdf] 6MB
Figure 2.3 - Location of Strategic Gaps [pdf] 3MB
Figure 3.1 - Primary Function of GI Assets [pdf] 6MB
Figure 3.2 - Access Links & Access to Recreation [pdf] 4MB
Figure 3.4 - Conserving & Enhancing Biodiversity [pdf] 4MB
Figure 3.5 - Sense of Place [pdf] 4MB
Figure 3.6 - Conserving & Understanding Historic Character [pdf] 4MB
Figure 3.7 - Productive Green Environments [pdf] 3MB
Figure 3.8 - Sustainable Water Resources [pdf] 4MB
Figure 3.9 - GI Issues [pdf] 692KB
Figure 4.1 - Strategic GI Corridors V2 [pdf] 5MB
Figure 5.1 - Proposed Growth Areas A3 RevB [pdf] 5MB
Figure 6.1 - GI Opportunities RevB [pdf] 913KB
Figure 6.2 - Arun GI Priority Projects [pdf] 697KB
Green infrastructure maps
The Green Infrastructure Study identified a network of green infrastructure (GI) assets which must be protected, enhanced and, where possible, better connected, through future development. All parish scale maps (apart from Yapton) were updated in 2021/22 to reflect the Arun Local Plan.
Bognor Regis GI Framework Study
The Bognor Regis GI Framework Study document sets out a vision for green infrastructure investment between Bognor Regis and the South Downs National Park and how we can deliver resilience to the effects of climate change.