Note locks the door on rival retail plans
Language: English Series: Planning (for the Natural and Built Environment) ; (1178) 19 July 1996, 8-9(2)Publication details: 1996Subject(s): Summary: Suggests that the revised PPG6 contains several contradictions, such as how local authorities are advised to assess need for retail developments whilst adopting a sequential approach. Criticises the PPG for the `special treatment` of discount stores, differing aims for car parking provision, and the lack of recognition for the distinctive roles of out-of-town and town centre location, with a danger of placing undue emphasis on a town centre strategy.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS55586 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 17434-1001 |
Suggests that the revised PPG6 contains several contradictions, such as how local authorities are advised to assess need for retail developments whilst adopting a sequential approach. Criticises the PPG for the `special treatment` of discount stores, differing aims for car parking provision, and the lack of recognition for the distinctive roles of out-of-town and town centre location, with a danger of placing undue emphasis on a town centre strategy.