Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Abstract
Looks at basements in providing part of the solution to sustainable housing in the UK, with relation to planning policy and the Code for Sustainable Homes. Addressing the key issues to consider at various stages of design and construction of single-storey basements in domestic properties.
History
Reference: TCC/04/12.
ISBN
9781904818946
Subjects
- Building types
- Basements
- Building systems/frame
- Types of Spaces within buildings
- Building structure
- Concrete building systems/frame
- Special subject areas
- Environmental issues/energy
Publisher History
The Concrete Centre is the central development organisation for the UK concrete sector and provides material, design and construction guidance. Their aim is to enable all those involved in the design, use and performance of concrete to realise the potential of the material. Funded by 15 major cement and concrete organisations, the Concrete Centre works alongside the British Cement Association, The Concrete Society, and the ready mix and precast concrete industries to ensure an integrated approach from the concrete sector to technical support, research, education, training and information services. The Reinforced Concrete Council and the Ready Mixed Concrete Bureau are now part of The Concrete Centre.