A structure plan is a framework that can be used to guide the development or redevelopment of a particular area. It is used to define future development and land use patterns, areas of open space, the layout and nature of infrastructure (including transportation links), and other key features for managing the effects of development.
Structure plans comprise one or more maps, plans or diagrammatic representations of the proposed layout, features, character and links for areas being developed.
The maps or plans are usually supported by text explaining the background to the issues that initiated the structure plan, and the management approaches to be used to deal with those issues.