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Request for Submissions
Local authorities, landowners and the development industry are invited to submit innovative proposals to be part of the Initiative that will meet the objectives above, leading to the delivery of new sustainable communities and bring about real change.
Proposals from landowners/developers must have been the subject of discussion with the appropriate local authority. Local authority submissions should equally have been discussed with the relevant landowner(s). Early community engagement is an important element of the Initiative irrespective of who submits proposals. Actions undertaken and planned in this area should be clearly outlined.
The framework for SSCI proposals is set around the following questions.
Q1. How does this proposal contribute to meeting identified regional or local housing requirements taking account of the economic opportunity of the area?
Q2. What makes this a sustainable location?
Q3. How does the form and layout of the development and building design contribute to the highest standards of quality and sustainability?
Q4. How does the proposal address long-term sustainability?
Q5. How will this proposal be delivered?
The response to each question will determine the form of the proposal, and should have regard to a variety of considerations, some of which are outlined in this document. This is not an exhaustive list, rather it is intended to stimulate thinking about what contributes to the creation of quality places which are successful and sustainable. Many of these factors are already reflected in Scottish Government policy. Indeed, new 'standard' developments should already be delivering the highest standards of design, quality and sustainability.
The SSCI is concerned with creating places which go beyond 'standard' solutions, and can serve as exemplars. Exemplars might be created by exceeding current standards in specific areas eg. zero carbon or even carbon negative, integrated waste management, looking at tomorrow's solutions today or by designing a place which combines a significant number of 'sustainability' measures resulting in creative, yet achievable and marketable solutions. SSCI projects should demonstrate innovative and inspiring approaches to matters such as design and masterplanning, land ownership and development finance, community engagement, project management, governance, communication and information technologies and long-term maintenance.
Submissions are not expected to demonstrate compliance with each and every factor but should clearly demonstrate how a particular response to the questions posed will result in exemplar development. The submission should demonstrate that the offer is capable of practical and cost effective delivery.
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