Constructing a better future: recommendations on achieving quality and best value in the built environment
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Abstract
Highlights key areas where investment is needed to ensure quality and best value are maintained in the built environment. Covers transport, energy and housing, skills and safety in the construction industry, procurement and land use planning.
Subjects
- Planning and development
- Environmental issues/energy
- Use Classes
- Environmental planning/land
- Planning control
- Transport planning
- Sustainable development
- Special subject areas
- Green issues/sustainability/green buildings
Publisher History
The Construction Industry Council is the representative forum for the professional bodies, research organisations and specialist business associations in the construction industry. Their publications include contracts for the appointment of consultants on major building projects.
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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