Drastic surgery for England's landscape
Series: Axis ; 57(5) January/February 2003, 10-13(4)Publication details: 2003Subject(s): Online resources: Summary: 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| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS66525 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 121752-1001 |
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