Helping community groups to improve public spaces

A summary of research by CABE into the main barriers facing community groups in improving public spaces.

Helping community groups to improve public spaces

Throughout the country, gardens, allotments, play areas and other public spaces are being transformed for the better by groups of local residents. These community groups often contribute hundreds of hours of volunteer time and considerable expertise, but sometimes they lack the practical support they need.

This briefing is primarily for local authorities but will be of interest to other public space managers such as housing associations. It recommends ways to support community groups that are working to improve neighbourhood spaces and points to other organisations that can offer additional advice.

Published on 26 October 2009