Object

Publication Draft

Representation ID: 5604

Received: 20/09/2009

Respondent: George Martin

Representation Summary:

that WDC should bring forward the 'zero carbon buildings' requirement to 2012 and put this in place for ALL new buildings.
the word encourage should be removed from all documents.
use UK Green Building Council's definition of zero carbon.
Robust enforcement mechanisms for non compliance.
New build should be future proofed for retrofit of PV cells.
Design guide on integration of renewables.
Passive design measures should be firmly implemented
ALL buildings on Phase 2 will be 'zero carbon'
Consider use of materials for buildings and carbon footprint in them.
CHP infrastructure be implemented for public buildings.
Implement consequential improvements on existing property like Uttlesford Council.