GRaBS briefing - understanding the environmental and social impact of garden development
Briefing Paper 1
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Sustainability, Environment, Development & Planning
Series
Briefing Paper
Abstract
Presents an overview of the background policy context and issues surrounding garden developments in order to help develop understanding of a) the extent of their impact on the environment, and b) the urban built environment’s resilience to the effects of climate change.
History
GRaBS is Green and blue space adaptation for urban areas and eco towns project. This document was produced during the GRaBS campaign from 2009-2011 and has not been modified since; therefore caution may be needed in applying it to today's context.
Subjects
- Planning control, England and Wales
- Residential development
- Other planning disciplines
- Planning and development
- Planning control
Publisher History
The Town and Country Planning Association campaigns for the reform of the UK’s planning system to make it more responsive to people’s needs and to promote sustainable development.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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