Sample module
| Hours to complete | 2.00 |
| No of pages | 10 |
| Published | October 2006 |
| Updated | January 2009 |
| See more in | Development planning |
| Author | John McCarthy, School of the Built Environment, Heriot-Watt University |
| Relevance |  |
| Price | GBP 10.00 |
Area Action Plans
Purpose
This module focuses on Area Action Plans i.e. types of development plan documents that provide a detailed planning framework for a specified local area subject to significant or rapid change or conservation.
Benefits
This module explains the operation and use of Area Action Plans as part of the modernised system of spatial planning in England. The use of Area Action Plans is an essential part of the suite of mechanisms in England that was introduced in 2004 and that is set out in PPS 12: Local Spatial Planning. It is therefore central to contemporary spatial planning policy and practice.
Audience
Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.
Learning method
A detailed knowledge builder which offers a commentary, key terms, context and background plus links to associated websites. Additionally a range of further reading is provided for those who wish to become expert in the subject. Includes voluntary self assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).
Related RTPI Conferences
Urban design: the art of making successful places – the masterclass
Local development frameworks – the masterclass
Local development frameworks
