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Norwich open space and play provision SPG

The HBF has submitted representations to Norwich City Council in relation to its draft spg on open space and play provision.

Colchester external materials SPG

The HBF has submitted representations to Colchester Borough Council in relation to its draft SPG on external materials.

Chelmsford sustainable design and construction SPG

The HBF has submitted representations to Chelmsford Borough Council in relation to its draft SPG on sustainable design and construction.

Chelmsford – section 106 agreements SPG

The HBF has submitted representations to Chelmsford Borough Council in relation to its draft SPG on planning obligations.

Northampton draft statement of community involvement

The HBF has submitted written comments to Northampton Borough Council in relation to its draft statement of community involvement.

Northampton LDF – draft development scheme

HBF has submitted written comments to Northampton Borough Council in relation to its draft local development scheme.

Review of the Special Waste Regulations

In March 2001 DEFRA issued a consultation paper setting out preliminary proposals on regulations to amend/replace the Special Waste Regulations 1996 and implem…

Modern Methods of Construction (MMC)

HBF has set up a group to investigate Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) following the publication of the Barker Review.

HBF briefing note on GLA affordable housing draft SPG

The HBF has prepared a briefing note highlighting the key parts of the recently issued GLA affordable housing draft Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG).

HBF response to the 2005 London Housing Strategy consultation

The HBF has submitted a response to the consultation exercise on the 2005 London Housing Strategy (LHS).