Drastic surgery for England's landscape

Morris, H.

Drastic surgery for England's landscape - 2003 - Axis 57(5) January/February 2003, 10-13(4) .

Presents a lucid analysis and assessment of the communities plan, that will make fundamental changes to the nation's landscape. Defines the concept of sustainable communities, reviews the financial provision, examines the new growth areas and details the plan's specific tasks such as setting up regional housing boards and strategic guidance for local housing authorities. Notes that the plan is not just about housing but also the wider environment with urban parks and green spaces, high quality design, planning and infrastructure having a role to play. The communities plan is available at www.communities.odpm.gov.uk/index.htm


SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES: BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE
SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES
MARKET RENEWAL PATHFINDER AREAS
THAMES GATEWAY
REGIONAL HOUSING BOARDS
LOCAL HOUSING AUTHORITIES
GREEN SPACES
MILTON KEYNES
BROWNFIELD DEVELOPMENT