Planungsleitfaden
Planungsleitfaden, or planning guideline, is a guiding document that codifies how planning activities should be conducted within a given jurisdiction, organization, or project. It defines objectives, principles, and procedures to promote structured, transparent, and accountable planning outcomes.
Typical content includes the scope and aims of the planning effort, governance structures, roles and responsibilities,
Applications span urban and regional planning, infrastructure and environmental projects, land-use planning, and corporate or IT
Benefits include greater consistency, transparency, and communication among stakeholders, traceability of decisions, and easier quality assurance.
Planungsleitfaden are typically aligned with statutory planning frameworks and sustainability objectives. They may be issued by