Community led GBI toolkit
In this section
- Designing Community Spaces
- Planning Permission
- Resources and Support
- Summarised Checklist
Summarised Checklist
Identify need for a specific space.
Formalise a core group of people to work towards the creation of the space and agree on the governance structure.
Engage as many people as possible to ensure the type of space and design reflect the wishes of the community.
Identify an appropriate site.
Speak with the landowner and agree which option you would like to proceed with.
Prepare and negotiate a lease agreement or prepare the purchase of the land.
Set up a bank account and purchase insurance.
Seek funding if required.
Design the space in collaboration with the community.
Identify whether planning permission is required, communicate with the Local Planning Authority, and obtain permission.
Coordinate and undertake work at the site.
Organise the long-term maintenance and stewardship of the space.
Officially open the site to the community.
Regularly review site success and identify any areas for improvement.
