10 January 2025
Edinburgh Planning: City Plan 2030 implications for developments
Edinburgh Planning regulations are designed to ensure that new builds and refurbishments contribute positively to the city's sustainability goals.
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27 November 2024
Oxford planning, how to comply: Sustainability
Oxford planning is defined by the Local Plan 2036 and accompanying Technical Advice Notes. The Local Plan 2035, adopted on June 8, 2020, emphasises sustainable design and construction for all developments in the city.
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12 November 2024
New BREEAM Version 7 - What are some of the changes?
At KJ Tait, we are committed to staying at the forefront of sustainability practices in the built environment. One of the key assessment tools is the Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM), a leading sustainability assessment method for master planning projects, infrastructure, and buildings.
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31 October 2024
Scottish Building Regulations: Proposed changes to energy and environmental standards
The recent consultation on proposed changes to the Scottish Building Regulations has concluded, marking a significant step towards enhancing energy efficiency and environmental standards in Scotland's built environment.
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