Supplementary Planning Documents

The Low Emissions Supplementary Planning Document supports Local Plan policy by addressing the impact of development on air quality and providing car parking guidance in central Ipswich, which influences travel choices and vehicle emissions.

The Development and Flood Risk Supplementary Planning Document has been prepared to help developers and their agents to submit appropriate flood risk and flood risk management information with planning applications in Ipswich, to help mitigate potential flood risk in the location and design of development.

A summary of the adopted Ipswich Borough Council SPDs and developing SPDs.

The Suffolk Coast RAMS Supplementary Planning Document has been prepared to support the implementation of the Suffolk Coast Recreational Disturbance Avoidance and Mitigation Strategy.

View the adopted version of the SPD (approved by Council 22nd March 2017) and associated adoption statement

The Development and Archaeology Supplementary Planning Document highlights the considerations and processes for the management of archaeological remains through the development process.

The adopted Public Open Space Supplementary Planning Document covers ten different types or typologies of public open space.

The Shopfront Design Guide Supplementary Planning Document gives advice on shopfront design and explains the Council's policies.

The Cycling Strategy Supplementary Planning Document gives guidance on providing cycle routes, parking and storage in new developments.

The Space and Design Guidelines Supplementary Planning Document provides guidance for anyone intending to extend their home, developing land within the boundaries of their property or developing small infill or backland sites

The Local List SPD and revisions identify buildings and structures, which are of local architectural and historic interest or make a significant contribution to the character and appearance of the town, but do not meet the criteria for statutory listing.

The Reptile Strategy Supplementary Planning Document provides a planned approach to translocation by identifying potential receptor sites in advance and developing a clear delivery strategy including ongoing monitoring and site management.

The Ipswich Town Centre and Waterfront Public Realm Supplementary Planning Document provides design guidance for the renewal of Ipswich town centre’s public spaces, including the waterfront quays and green spaces within the central area.