Housing Design Guide for New Homes in London
Date:
Thursday 19th August 2010
London Mayor Borris Johnson has controversially published a new housing design guide for new homes in London.
The standards, contained in the London Housing Design Guide published today, specify 73 specific requirements.
The London Development Agency wants all new build homes in London to meet new standards that promotes better neighbourhoods, creates higher environmental standards, and improves accessibility and housing designs.
Mayor Johnson commented: "It is simply shameful that new homes in London have, until now, been so poorly designed.
"These guidelines will raise the standard of living for thousands of Londoners, ensuring brighter and more spacious living conditions, particularly for the growing number of larger families.
"This is the first step towards ridding London of the tiny, substandard housing which can blight communities for generations. Designers are now free to create innovative homes which are fit for this great city and its inhabitants."
