Question 6.2

2 of 7 in Resources

Objective

To increase the volume of low environmental impact materials used during the construction of the infrastructure and public realm of developments.

Importance: Importance

Question

What proportion by mass of total building materials for the public realm and infrastructure have been specified as either: low environmental impact (Green Guide “A” or “B”, or equivalent standard), reclaimed or recycled or reused, locally sourced materials?

Targets and Justification

Best
>80% green guide A or B rated or equivalent
Good
50-80% Green Guide A or B rated or equivalent
Minimum
See relevant local planning authority standard for minimum required

Applies to Developments

This question applies to Small, Medium and Large developments.