Conflicts between strategic and local impacts were identified, and ways in which these could be managed to achieve beneficial results were suggested. The report is with the DETR and will be published alongside the revised PPG3 in Spring 2000. There are a range of potential sources of housing capacity including previously developed, redevelopment, the development of surface car parks, industrial and commercial conversions, living over the shop, subdivision of larger homes and the better use of empty houses. No one technique is appropriate to measure all of these capacity sources and the study recommends a portfolio of techniques. Completed October 1998 with an ongoing advisory role.
High rise is relative.
Intensification of use on the other hand is critical in creating urban vitality, although high rise may be counter productive. Clearly a high rise strategy should reflect market demand, effective building usage as well as aesthetic and townscape considerations. DEGW have now been appointed by Dublin City Corporation to undertake a strategic study for higher buildings to be completed April 2000. Sustainable Residential Quality Illustrative image of higher density urban living. A series of studies exploring how London might accommodate additional housing while improving the quality of the residential environment and fostering more sustainable patterns of living.