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The rights stuff

By: Contributor(s): Series: Building Design ; (1460) 13 October 2000, 10(1)Publication details: 2000Subject(s): Summary: Looks at the issues raised for planners and architects by the introduction of the Human Rights Act 1998. Suggests that Article 6 is likely to have a profound impact on the planning system, prompting a case to be made for third-party rights of appeal in certain cases. Draws on the experience of Camden, which allows third-party objectors to voice their concerns in planning meetings. Finally investigates how planners and architects are likely to be affected by the right to a fair trial before an independent and impartial tribunal.

Looks at the issues raised for planners and architects by the introduction of the Human Rights Act 1998. Suggests that Article 6 is likely to have a profound impact on the planning system, prompting a case to be made for third-party rights of appeal in certain cases. Draws on the experience of Camden, which allows third-party objectors to voice their concerns in planning meetings. Finally investigates how planners and architects are likely to be affected by the right to a fair trial before an independent and impartial tribunal.