Local sustainability: can the planning system help get us from here to there?

Article Abstract:

Sustainable development is a key factor of contemporary planning and both national and international initiatives place importance on local government. Planning is strongly influenced by the structure and processes of local government, and sustainability is starting to enhance the planning department's role.

Practice

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Taking substantiality forward: Relating practice to policy in a changing legislative environment

Article Abstract:

The concept of sustainable development of a particular region is evaluated. An outline of sustainable development principles which could become embedded in decisions in town planning is discussed.

Administration of Urban Planning and Community and Rural Development, Urban Planning Assistance, Methods

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Networks of knowledge and influence: connecting 'the planners' and 'the planned.'

Article Abstract:

The concept of 'network' and the way that it is used in relation to planning issues is examined in detail.

Social aspects, Research, Social networks

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