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NNPA Building Design Guide Survey

About this survey

Northumberland National Park Authority adopted its current Building Design Guide Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) in 2006. It is now necessary to revise this document and the following questions will help to inform the production of a revised SPD which will be subject to a formal public consultation in November/December 2010.

Your views are important to us and we would appreciate your response to the following questions, and any other comments you may have.
Are you aware of the Building Design Guide SPD?
Do you use it?
Could you indicate on average how often you use it?
How do you access the document?
Which chapters do you use most often?

(Please rank the frequency of use and relevance, with 1 being the most frequent/relevant and 12 being the least frequent/relevant or not at all)
Frequency
Relevance
Introduction to Design Guide
Understanding Buildings
Criteria for Today
Repair and Maintenance
Alterations and Extensions
Conversions of Buildings
New Buildings
Landscaping and External Details
Sustainable Construction & Renewable Energy
Accessibility for All
Contacts and Further Guidance
Case Studies
Are there any Chapters or parts of Chapters that you feel are not necessary?

(Please provide as much or as little detail as you see relevant but it would be helpful if you could refer to specific chapters or page numbers if necessary)
Would you like to see additional guidance on a particular topic or type of development?

(Please indicate, giving reasons if necessary)
Which do you think is most important, conservation/historic character OR high quality modern design?
Comment on the above
Would you rather see all the information in a Detailed SPD or an Interactive SPD with concise introductions to topics and ideas with links to current and up to date technical information?
Comments on the above
Would you like to see case studies of good or bad design?
Should the case studies be restricted to development within the National Park?

(Please indicate yes or no and give a reason)
Do you have any examples or suggestions of case studies?

Please provide details of;
* Site Address
* Architect (if known)
* Reasons for inclusion
* Photos and additional information can be emailed to ldf@nnpa.org.uk
Please feel free to attach additional information or comments.

You are also invited to express your interest in joining an interest group who will be invited later in the year to address specific topics which are raised through this consultation.

If you would like to be involved please tick here and provide your contact details.
Your Contact Details:
If you have any questions or would like more information please contact me using the details below.

David Coverdale, Planning Officer
Building Design Guide Consultation
Northumberland National Park Authority
Eastburn
South Park
Hexham
Northumberland
NE46 1BS

T: 01434 605 555
E: ldf@nnpa.org.uk