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Code for sustainable homes - a step-change in sustainable home building practice (Withdrawn)

Department for Communities and Local Government, 2006

Document Status

Withdrawn

Supplement

Core Supplement

Abstract

Presents a new national standard for sustainable design and construction of new homes. By integrating elements of this voluntary Code into new homes and obtaining assessments against the Code, developers will be able to obtain a 'star rating' for any new home which will demonstrate its environmental performance. Covers: explanation of what the code for sustainable homes comprises; how the code works; summary of code benefits; code standards; and also practical examples.

History

Applies in Wales only as the Code for Sustainable Homes has been withdrawn by the DCLG in England. Supersedes Proposals for introducing a code for sustainable homes - a consultation paper (ODPM, 2005). Superseded by Code for sustainable homes - setting the standard in sustainability for new homes (DCLG, 2008). This document is no longer available from the original publisher therefore the status is unconfirmed.

Subjects

Planning and development
Building services
Liquid/gas supply
Petroleum supply
Environmental planning/land
Other planning disciplines
Sustainable development
Residential development
Building types
Housing/residential facilities

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.

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