SUSTAINABLE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

SUSTAINABLE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

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  The adoption of sustainable design methods are needed to contribute towards the effort to reduce climate change (RSS, para 9.4).
  

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  Plans and strategies should actively facilitate reductions in energy requirements and improvements in energy efficiency by incorporating robust policies which support the delivery of the national timetable for reducing emissions from domestic and non-domestic buildings (RSS Policy EM16)
  
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  Ensure high quality development through good and inclusive design, and the efficient use of resources. (PPS 1, Para 4-5)
  
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  Our buildings will be designed and constructed to the highest environmental standards using materials and details to delight the senses (Design SPD p35)
  
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  Major new development will only be permitted where the applicant has clearly demonstrated that all practical measures have been taken to:
  

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  Minimise energy and water consumption; the impacts of ambient air and noise pollution; the speed and quantity of surface water run-off; the impact of flood events and construction waste;
  
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  Maximise on-site renewable energy supply and/or connection to decentralised low-carbon energy supply; the use of responsibly sourced and/or recycled building materials; and the provision of wildlife habitats; and
  
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  Incorporate public and private open spaces that offer shade and shelter; waste recycling facilities and appropriate facilities for cyclists and pedestrians (Sustainable Design and Construction SPD Policy SDC1)(Claremont and Weaste Neighbourhood Plan Statement 15).
  
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  Natural and man-made resources should be managed prudently and efficiently. Sustainable construction and efficiency in resource use (including reuse and recycling of materials) should be promoted (PPS3 para.15).
  

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  The encouragement of eco friendly housing development should be promoted and should take into consideration the code for sustainable homes (PPS 3, p8)
  
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  Contractors employed on construction and refurbishment projects should be required to demonstrate high standards and design principles in their proposals. They should meet and where possible exceed Building Regulations requirements and strive for Best Practice in energy performance. The ‘Excellent’ standard outlined in BREEAM is a suitable benchmark (North West Sustainable Energy Strategy, pg 17).
  
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  Promote eco-design as a mainstream element of good design practice. (Securing the Future- the Uk’s Sustainable Development Strategy, p 48)
  
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  The future impacts of climate change should also be borne in mind when designing new buildings, especially with regard to energy requirements for heating and cooling systems (Planning for Renewable Energy: A Companion Guide to PPS22, para 6.25).
  

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  Ensure waste is reduced at all stages of construction. (Building a Better Quality of Life, Para 2.4)
  

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  Residential developments should efficiently use resources, during construction and use, and should seek to adapt to and reduce the impact of, and on climate change (PPS3, para 16).
  

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  Planning authorities, developers and other partners in the provision of new development should engage constructively and imaginatively to encourage the delivery of sustainable buildings. Planning policies should support innovation and investment in sustainable buildings and should not, unless there are exceptional reasons, deter novel or cutting-edge developments (Planning and Climate Change Supplement to PPS1, 2007, para.30).
  
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  There will be situations where it could be appropriate for planning authorities to anticipate levels of building sustainability in advance of those set out nationally. When proposing any local requirements for sustainable buildings planning authorities must be able to demonstrate clearly the local circumstances that warrant and allow this (Planning and Climate Change Supplement to PPS1, 2007, para.31).
  

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  Development plan policies must adhere to the six principles of sustainable construction:
  

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  Design for minimum waste
  
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  Minimise energy in construction and use
  
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  Do not pollute
  
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  Preserve and enhance biodiversity
  
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  Conserve water resources
  
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  Respect people and local environment
  

PUBLIC REALM

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  Promote public spaces and routes that are attractive, safe, uncluttered and work effectively for all in society, including disabled and elderly people. (By Design, Pg 15)(NW Best Practice Design Guide p.26-27)
  
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  The management of streets and public open spaces should be framed by the principles of reducing clutter, coordinating design and reinforcing local character, whilst maintaining safety for all (Streets for all p.5)
  

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  Ensure that where development includes the provision of, or works to, public space, that public space, it must be designed to:
  
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    Have a clear role and purpose, responding to established or proposed local economic, social, cultural and environmental needs;
    
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    Reflect and enhance the character and identity of the area;
    
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    Form an integral part of, and provide an appropriate setting for, surrounding developments;
    
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    Be attractive, safe, uncluttered and appropriately lit;
    
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    Be of an appropriate scale;
    
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    Connect to established pedestrian routes and other public spaces; and
    
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    Minimise, and make provision for, maintenance requirements.
    

(UDP, Policy DES3)

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  All space within a development should be properly managed and maintained and this should be reflected in their design. (Design & Crime SPD, Policy DC5)
  
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  High quality and inclusive design should create well-mixed and integrated developments which avoid segregation and have well-planned public spaces that bring people together and provide opportunities for physical activity and recreation (PPS 1, para 35)
  
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  Enhance public realm along Crescent, Chapel Street, Trinity Way, M602 roundabout, Trafford Road, Regent Road, Broadway, Ordsall Lane, Oldfield Road, Langworthy Road and Liverpool Street (Central Salford Integrated Transport Strategy p43 to 55)
  

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