3.3 Playgrounds

(2.09 points)

Rationale

Playgrounds and playscapes expand opportunities for children to engage in physical activity and social interaction, stimulating child development. 

Strategy Requirements

Include playgrounds and/or playscapes in a minimum of one open space within the project boundary that:

• is free of charge to all regular occupants
• incorporates elements for a minimum of 2 of the following:
  • creative or imaginative play
  • cooperative play
  • physical play
• is functional year-round

Alternative Compliance

Identify a qualifying playground/playscape within 1/2 mile or 800 meters walking distance of the project boundary.

Design Certification

Submit all of the following:

1. Annotated map(s) or plan(s) showing one of the following:
   1. if provided on-site, the location of the qualifying playground/playscape located within the project boundary
   2. if not provided on-site, the distance between the qualifying playground/playscape and the project boundary (for Alternative Compliance only)
2. Design drawings detailing the types of play facilitated by design and equipment
3. An official or draft statement confirming that the playground will be open and accessible free of charge year-round

Built Certification

Submit all of the following:

1. Annotated map(s) or plan(s) showing one of the following:
   1. if provided on-site, the location of the qualifying playground/playscape located within the project boundary
   2. if not provided on-site, the distance between the qualifying playground/playscape and the project boundary (for Alternative Compliance only)
2. An annotated map or photographs of the following:
   1. the distance between the main building entrance and the playground (Alternative Compliance only)
   2. the required elements
3. An official statement confirming that the playground will be open and accessible free of charge year-round