Appendix 6 Definitions of Open Space

6.1 Minimum Standards for Outdoor Children's Playing Space

Table 6.1 Minimum Standards for Outdoor Children's Playing Space
Facility Time Walking Distance Straight Line Distance Minimum Size Nearest House Characteristics
LAP (Local Area for Play) 1 min 100m 60m Activity Zone: 100m2 5m from Activity Zone (forward most part of dwelling that faces the LAP) Small low-key games area (may include 'demonstrative' play features)
LEAP (Local Equipped Area for Play) 5 min 400m 240m Activity Zone: 400m2 10m for Activity Zone (to property boundary) 5 types of play equipment, small games area
NEAP (Neighbourhood Equipped Area for Play) 15 min 1000m 600m Activity Zone: 1000m2 30m from Activity Zone (to property boundary) 8 types of play equipment, opportunities for ball games or wheeled activities.
  • From the Six Acre Standard - NPFA