Building Regulations system and the Planning system: a better regulation approach for sustainability: BD2614

Department for Communities and Local Government, 2010
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Current

Supplement

Core Supplement

Abstract

Reports on a research project started in 2006 into ways for improving the planning and building regulations systems in England and Wales addressing the sustainability agenda of carbon neutrality, removing regulatory burden for industry, changes in house building and provision of social housing.

History

Report released and published by DCLG in 2010, based on previously unpublished but completed research.

ISBN

9781409816553

Subjects

  • Legal issues and management
  • Special subject areas
  • Planning control
  • Building control
  • Green issues/sustainability/green buildings
  • Planning and development
  • Building control, England and Wales
  • Environmental issues/energy

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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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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