Community-led public spaces

People want a greater say in how their local parks and public spaces are managed and, as budgets tighten, local authorities want to maximise the help that communities can offer.

However, transferring the ownership and management of public space from local authorities to community groups can be a complicated and confusing process.  

This guide from the Cabe team at the Design Council outlines the issues and offers advice based on real case studies from across England.