European spatial development perspective

European spatial development perspective (ESDP) is a common frame of reference for the totality of the institutions that are involved in spatial planning and the development of space: European Commission, Member States, regions, self-governments, etc. This frame of reference, which is not binding, aims to reinforce synergies and trans-national cooperation in the sector of the development of space. A draft ESDP was agreed in 1997. A final version was approved at Potsdam in May 1999.