green belt (boundaries) planning - open data

Summary for Local Authorities: Green Belt Policy in Scotland Policy Framework: Green belts are designated in National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4) to manage urban expansion, support regeneration, and protect settlement identity. Local Development Plans (LDPs) determine where green belts are necessary and define their boundaries. Key Purposes of Green Belts: Direct Development – Encourage sustainable growth in suitable areas. Protect Settlement Character – Maintain the landscape and identity of towns and cities. Enhance Access to Open Space – Support public amenity and environmental benefits. Development Restrictions & Exceptions: Generally, development is not permitted in green belts. Exceptions include: Agriculture, forestry, and horticulture. Essential housing for key rural workers. Outdoor recreation, tourism, and leisure activities. Infrastructure (where essential) and cemeteries. Developments must demonstrate necessity, minimise impact, and align with green belt purposes.致地方当局的摘要：苏格兰绿带政策框架 苏格兰绿带在《国家规划框架4》（National Planning Framework 4，NPF4）中划定，旨在管控城市扩张、支持区域更新振兴，并保护聚居地特色。地方发展计划（Local Development Plans，LDPs）负责确定绿带的必要覆盖范围并明确其边界。 绿带核心目标： 1. 引导开发——鼓励在适宜区域推进可持续发展 2. 保护聚居地风貌——维持城镇的景观特色与身份标识 3. 提升开放空间可达性——助力公共福祉与环境效益提升 开发限制与例外情形： 通常情况下，绿带区域内禁止开展开发活动，例外情形包括： - 农业、林业与园艺产业相关开发 - 面向核心乡村从业者的保障性住房建设 - 户外休闲、旅游及康乐活动相关开发 - 必要基础设施建设与公墓项目 所有开发项目均需证明其必要性，尽可能降低对环境的影响，并符合绿带政策的既定目标。