Welcome
It is widely accepted that the way we live our lives places huge strain on the world's natural resources. We need to take steps to limit our impact to ensure that the needs of present and future generations can be met.
One of the ways we can do this is by making developments more sustainable to ensure that they not only meet the needs of society and the economy but protect the environment as well.
Hertfordshire's eleven local authorities have jointly produced Building Futures to provide practical, user-friendly guidance for planning officers and developers on how to make development in Hertfordshire as sustainable as possible.
It is an important document for everyone involved in the preparation of development proposals, for local authorities and other agencies in assessing those proposals and for individuals with an interest in development in the county.
The guide currently contains eight modules, each covering a sustainable building topic area.
Comment now on the draft design and safety modules. Please send feedback to rachael.donovan@hertscc.gov.uk
