Communal open space

Communal open space

A plain English explanation of this ACT planning and property term.

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Legal Meaning

Common Outdoor means common outdoor open space within an easily accessible location on the subject site for recreation and relaxation of residents of a housing development.

Plain English

Communal open space is shared by residents rather than allocated to one dwelling. It should be usable, accessible and designed for genuine recreation, not merely leftover landscaping or a service corridor.