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New build and refurbishment in the sustainable communities plan

By: Contributor(s): Language: English Series: BRE Information Paper ; IP 2/08Publication details: Watford IHS BRE 2008Description: 8p. ill. 30cmISBN:
  • 9781848060326
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 333.72 $2 18
Summary: This research summary considers the best way to regenerate run-down urban areas and create sustainable communities, comparing the two approaches to housing renewal; demolition and new build or refurbishment. Outlines the relative advantages of each approach and concludes that refurbishment is the more sustainable option, although developers see more obstacles than incentives with this approach.

This research summary considers the best way to regenerate run-down urban areas and create sustainable communities, comparing the two approaches to housing renewal; demolition and new build or refurbishment. Outlines the relative advantages of each approach and concludes that refurbishment is the more sustainable option, although developers see more obstacles than incentives with this approach.