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Generic design brief. Output specification. Technical Annex 2B: External space and grounds. November 2020 update

Publication Year

2019

Document Status

Withdrawn

Abstract

Accompanies the Output specification to provide guidance for designing and construction of school buildings. Focuses on general requirements, technical standards, and performance criteria for external space and grounds. Covers outdoor physical education (PE), soft and hard informal and social areas, habitat and non-net site areas, landscaping and groundworks, fencing and barriers.

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Superseded by Deccember 2023 update. First published July 2016 (versions 1-6), updated November 2017 (version 7). May 2019 (version 8) - revisions incorporate user feedback, evidence collected and applicable standards. September 2020 (version 9) - amendments for accessibility. Version 10: November 2020 - clarification for the term: fit for purpose.

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The Department for Education was formed on 12 May 2010 and is responsible for education and children's services. It was formerly known as the Department for Children, Schools and Families.

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