Lifetime homes technical forum
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Abstract
Lifetime homes have been developed to provide support for occupants and their changing needs at different stages in life. The Lifetime homes standard includes 16 design criteria and promotes inclusive design. Technical matters on the implementation of the Lifetime homes standard were discussed and debated in a forum and the key findings are presented here.
History
Habinteg Housing Association. Part of a set of reports commissioned by the previous government, published in the interests of transparency. This document is no longer available from the original publisher therefore the status is unconfirmed.
ISBN
9781409829058
Subjects
- Life cycle analysis
- Energy efficiency/Energy Management
- Building types
- Housing/residential facilities
- Special subject areas
- Environmental issues/energy
- Health and safety
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.
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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