The draft Supplementary Planning Document sets a standard for sustainable design and construction for major developments.
It also sets principles for major developments to follow, namely to:-
- Increase energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions;
- Reduce mains water use;
- Use reused, recycled, low environmental impact and local materials
- Improve and enhance existing buildings and design for long life, low maintenance and energy efficiency
- Control both the quantity and quality of surface water as close to its source as possible through sustainable drainage systems
- Provide adequate space for recycling and composting;
- Avoid light pollution;
- Measure, integrate and enhance wildlife;
- Reduce the need to travel and encourage walking, cycling and car sharing;
- Create an environment that is physically accessible for all users using the latest best guidance available and ensure that all housing is built to lifetimes homes standards;
- Encourage considerate and efficient construction site practices.
The SPD defines minimum technical standards for each of these principles and indicates the direction and potential magnitude of future standards that may be included in updates to the SPD.
The 2007 standards will apply to all major development (either new build or conversion) in the city. These standards will be reviewed regularly.A summary of the main principles and standards is included in the document.
Documents available
The following documents are available on this page:
- Draft consultation document
- Summary of principles and standards
- Sustainability Appraisal - summary
- Sustainability Appraisal - full document
- Statement of SPD matters (also included in the appendices of the main document)
- Statement of Consultation
The public consultation closed on Monday 10th September 2007.