Purpose

This knowledge builder provides background information on the Government’s eco-towns initiative begun in 2007 with a view to creating ‘more affordable homes set in communities that are sustainable in environmental, social and economic terms’ (Communities and Local Government (CLG), 2007b).

Benefits

This module will be of use particularly to students of town and country planning, public policy makers and decision takers, planning professionals as well as developers and their agents promoting large scale sustainable development schemes.

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Audience

Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.

Learning method

A knowledge builder on a topic of importance to house buyers, in particular first time buyers. It covers its relevance to planning through the creation of completely new settlements to achieve zero carbon development and more sustainable living using the best new design and architecture. Additionally a comprehensive range of further reading is provided for those who wish to become expert in the subject. Includes voluntary self assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).

Time to Complete

2 hours

Length

15 pages

Participants

1

Price

£10 Pounds Sterling
(inc. VAT)