International design codes
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Sustainability, Environment, Development & Planning
Abstract
Explores international design codes through a variety of case studies as part of an evidence gathering exercise for the promotion of design codes in England and setting standards for local authorities for their delivery of design codes.
Subjects
- Environmental planning/land
- Planning and development
- General design information
- Design
- Strategic planning
- Sustainable development
- Urban regeneration
Publisher History
Now subsumed into the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), the Office for Place aimed to promote the use of high-quality design for neighbourhoods, with an emphasis on beautiful places.
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.
Accuris
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