Document Status
Current
Supplement
Sustainability, Environment, Development & Planning
Abstract
Discusses overcrowding in housing in England. Covers: how we measure overcrowding: the statutory vs the bedroom standard; how many households are overcrowded; the effects of overcrowding on families; the current position; the case for change; a new definition of overcrowding; making a difference straight away; and finally, making a difference in the longer term.
History
Consultation closed on 15 September 2006. To be read with Tackling overcrowding in England - lessons from the London pilot schemes and sub-regional coordination (DCLG, 2008) and Tackling overcrowding in England - an action plan (DCLG, 2007).
Subjects
- Building types
- Housing/residential facilities
- Other planning disciplines
- Planning and development
- Residential development
Publisher History
Now known as the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. The Department for Communities and Local Government is a UK Government department that works to create thriving, sustainable, vibrant communities that improve everyone's quality of life. This includes housing, improving public services, regeneration, sustainability and the prevention of anti-social behaviour. They were formerly known as the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister.