West Midlands planning context

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With the development of new National Planning Policy Framework which stresses sustainable development there are potentially significant opportunities across the region to harness the potential of the planning system to meet the challenge of developing low carbon homes.

Housing has an essential role in contributing to sustainable development, particularly through ensuring efficient use of natural resources…. with priority given to energy efficiency, renewable energy sources and district heating’.