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Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s green infrastructure network supports the environment and the wellbeing of residents. Green infrastructure functions include: recreation, biodiversity, climate change mitigation/adaptation, drainage, transport, job creation, visual amenity, and food and fuel sources. 

The SPD sets out the key elements which make up important assets within Â鶹´«Ã½ and provides guidance on the following Local Plan policies:

• Policy CH2 Principles of good urban design 
• Policy CH3 Normal requirements of all new development 
• Policy CH6 Tree planting and replacement standards 
• Policy CH7 Structural landscaping 
• Policy CH9 Development outside the built-up area 
• Policy CH10 High Weald area of outstanding natural beauty 
• Policy CH11 Rights of way and access to the countryside 
• Policy CH13 Conservation areas 
• Policy CH17 Historic parks and gardens 
• Policy ENV1 Green infrastructure 
• Policy ENV2 Biodiversity 
• Policy ENV3 Local green space 
• Policy ENV4 Open space, sport and recreation 
• Policy ENV5 Provision of open space, sport and recreational facilities

A key element of green infrastructure planning is taking opportunities to create multi-functional green spaces; making the best use of available land. Consideration should be given to how each space functions as part of the wider green infrastructure network.