Urban form and sustainability
Research Briefing 9
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Sustainability, Environment, Development & Planning
Series
Research Briefing
Abstract
Comprises a briefing investigating the links between urban form and sustainability, looking at the latter through a spatial perspective. Focuses particularly on urban sprawl and the implications it has for sustainability i.e. creating economic, social and environmental problems, arguing long term spatial planning is needed to ensure new developments are located in the right place.
History
March 2015 edition.
Subjects
- Planning and development
- Strategic planning
Publisher History
The Royal Town Planning Institute produces publications on a wide range of topics related to planning, providing good practice advice, outline key RTPI policy positions and research reports.
Information
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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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