Mayors and Architects - 18 proposals for sustainable urban planning and accountable architecture

SUMMARY

Mayors and Architects 18 proposals for sustainable urban planning and accountable architecture

1. Initially establish an inventory of sustainable development within the municipality _ p 7
2. Identify and prioritize the issues _ p 8
3 Define long-term guidelines for the municipality _ p 9
4. Control urban sprawl and land consumption _ p 10
5. Encourage regeneration and conversions _ p 11
6. Constitute development land reserves _ p 12
7. Consider innovative forms of property development _ p 13
8. Promote regional cultural enrichment and architectural innovation _ p 14
9. Achieve social, generational and functional mix _ p 15
10. Develop the project around the issues of mobility and accessibility _ p 16
11. Ensure consistency with adjoining regions and their projects _ p 17
12. Anticipate the future development of projects _ p 18
13. Schedule the project and timescale _ p 19
14. Promote natural sanctuaries and conserve biodiversity _ p 20
15. Develop local resources _ p 21
16. Determine the recommendations for sustainable development _ p 22
17. Understand projects in terms of overall performance for the community _ p 23
18. Undertake consultation throughout the project _ p 24

Appendices
Architects in Support of Accountable Architecture Charter _ p 26
“Sustainable Development” report to be attached to planning application _ p 27
Architect Members of the CNOA Sustainable Development Committee _ p 32
People interviewed by the CNOA Sustainable Development Committee _ p 32