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Question 6.2

2 of 10 in Resources

Objective

To increase the volume of low environmental impact materials used during the construction of developments.

Importance: ImportanceImportance

Question

What proportion (by mass) of building materials used in the construction of the public realm and infrastructure will be specified as having a low environmental impact or be sourced from sustainable and replenishable sources?

Targets and Justification

Best
> 80% green guide A rated (or equivalent)
Good
60-80% Green Guide A rated (or equivalent)
Minimum
See relevant local planning authority standard for minimum required

Applies to Developments

This question applies to medium and large residential developments; medium and large mixed developments; medium and large office/retail developments; and medium and large industrial developments.

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