More policies than cash
Language: English Series: Chartered Surveyor Weekly ; 28(12) 28 September 1989, 100-101(2)Publication details: 1989Subject(s): Summary: Reviews the guidance in the first part of a new DoE publication, "Handbook of Estate Improvements", suggesting options for renovation of public sector housing estates . Addresses the problem of resources, which the guidance does not cover, criticising government for lack of foresight. Uses an example of four estates in Waltham Forest, where a scheme to replace 1960s concrete blocks failed at the final hurdle due to lack of cash.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS41406 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 29957-1001 |
Reviews the guidance in the first part of a new DoE publication, "Handbook of Estate Improvements", suggesting options for renovation of public sector housing estates . Addresses the problem of resources, which the guidance does not cover, criticising government for lack of foresight. Uses an example of four estates in Waltham Forest, where a scheme to replace 1960s concrete blocks failed at the final hurdle due to lack of cash.