A home of their own
Series: Countryside Voice ; Summer 2003, 24-7(4)Publication details: 2003Subject(s): Summary: Examines how good house planning can enhance and benefit rural communities, discussing the role played by Rural Housing Enablers. Describes the need for affordable housing in rural areas where locals are being forced out by high house prices which in turn destroys the local economy and rural infrastructure. Looks at case studies in Kent, Gloucestershire and Nottinghamshire. Concludes with a look at the balance between providing affordable homes and the use of green belt; the CPRE advocates building where possible on brownfield sites and only as required rather than just building homes for the private market.| Item type | Current library | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | 1 | Available | 122843-1001 |
Examines how good house planning can enhance and benefit rural communities, discussing the role played by Rural Housing Enablers. Describes the need for affordable housing in rural areas where locals are being forced out by high house prices which in turn destroys the local economy and rural infrastructure. Looks at case studies in Kent, Gloucestershire and Nottinghamshire. Concludes with a look at the balance between providing affordable homes and the use of green belt; the CPRE advocates building where possible on brownfield sites and only as required rather than just building homes for the private market.