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1 Some overlap with all modules particularly modules 3, 6 and 7. LDF/plan making evidence base and Implementation of the Yorkshire and Humber renewable and Low Carbon Energy Study, 2011 Introduction to climate change policy and context

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  2. Some overlap with all modules – particularly modules 3, 6 and 7. •LDF/plan making evidence base and Implementation of the Yorkshire and Humber renewable and Low Carbon Energy Study, 2011 •Introduction to climate change policy and context •Climate Change Planning for Renewable Energy •Climate Change Planning for Construction •Climate Change Planning for Green Infrastructure •Achieving climate change mitigation and adaptation in masterplanning •Achieving climate change mitigation and adaptation in small scale development •Climate Change and viability •Historical Assets and Climate Change •Regulation regimes, likely policy changes and implications for planning requirements, monitoring and enforcement 2

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  4. When commissioning this work in late 2011, the following objectives were identified 4

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  10. Planning legislation creates a whole series of obligations on local authorities on the process of how planning should happen from plan making to development management. Three important duties which apply to the outcomes of planning – one of which is climate change 1. S39 of the 2004 Act requires LPAs to exercise their plan making function ‘with the objective of contributing to the achievement of sustainable development’. In exercising this function they ‘must have reqard to national policies and advice contained in guidance’ issued by the Secretary of State. 2. Duty in Section 19 of the 2004 Act as amended by the 2008 Act requires local authorities to ensure that taken as a whole plan policy contributes to the mitigation and adaptation to climate change. This is a powerful outcome focused duty on local planning and signals the clear priority to be given to climate change in the plan making process 3. Same amendment to Section 19 of the 2004 Act also places an obligation on local authorities to promote good design 10

  11. Not going to dwell on this – but just a quick reminder Localism Act – LPAs will need to use the various provisions in the Localism Act to implement action on climate change – NDPs and NDOs can be useful for community action on climate change – duty to cooperate is important in cross boundary adaptation and mitigation activities Flood and Water Management Act 2010 – addresses the threat of flooding and water scarcity. Relevant because local authorities are responsible for ensuring that new requirements for flood risk assessments and approval of sustainable drainage systems are met. Section 9 – develop, maintain, apply and monitor a strategy for local flood risk management Renewable Energy Directive – UK committed to sourcing 15% of energy from renewable sources by 2020. applications for renewable energy plants under 50MW will be determined by local authorities. Climate Change Act 2008 – legislative framework set for meeting mitigations target as well as setting out requirements for a National Adaptation Programme to reduce CO2 emissions – 80% lower than 1990 baseline of UK greenhouse gas and carbon dioxide emissions Planning Act 2008 – new planning regime for nationally significant infrastructure projects – LPAs will need to apply aspects of the NPS to issues such as renewable energy applications Energy Act 2008 – powers to introduce feed in tariffs and renewable heat incentive 11

  12. scheme – allows LPAs and communities to reap the benefits Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 – duty on mitigation and adaptation … see next slide 11

  13. One of core planning principles in para 17 – support the transition to a low carbon future … encourage use of renewable resources Paragraphs 93 ‐ 108 apply. Also 7, 156 raise climate change Shouldn’t forget flood risk, design, GI the breadth of the subject ‐ all the other factors noted Module 2….. Must be read in the context of the new presumption in favour and factors such as viability testing. 12

  15. Confused and overlapping ?reissue map of current housing standards Policies refer to these other regimes – so appropriate to consider them. 14

  16. This is what CABE thought in 2010 (from Improving the design of new housing: What role for standards?). Clarification can help develop effective policies Provided as a handout in a previous module 15

  17. Within planning – need to consider Permitted development – regime EIA 16

  18. Planning permission Planning permission is not normally required for installation or replacement of a boiler or heating system if all the work is internal, though if you live in a listed building need to check with your Local Planning Authority. If the installation requires a flue outside, however, it will normally be permitted development if the conditions outlined below are met. Flues on the rear or side elevation of the building are allowed to a maximum of one metre above the highest part of the roof. If the building is listed or in a designated area even if you enjoy permitted development rights it is advisable to check with your local planning authority before a flue is fitted. Consent is also likely to be needed for internal alterations. In a conservation area or in a World Heritage site the flue should not be fitted on the principal or side elevation if it would be visible from a highway. If the project also requires an outside building to store fuel or related equipment the same rules apply to that building as for other extensions and garden outbuildings. Building Regulations If a heating system or hot water system is to be replaced then an application may not be required, and, if it is required, it may not be necessary to apply in advance of carrying out the work. If emergency works are necessary (because for instance a hot water cylinder springs a leak) there is no bar on carrying out repairs straightaway but the repair works must comply with the requirements and after the event it is necessary to apply for retrospective approval and a completion certificate Replacing Boilers The new standards apply only if you decide to change your existing hot ‐ water central ‐ heating boiler or if you decide to change to one of these boilers from another form of heating system. Work to install a new boiler (or a cooker that also supplies central heating ‐ Aga, Raeburn etc) needs Building Regulations approval because of the safety issues and the need for energy efficiency. This is generally achieved by employing an installer who is registered under an approved scheme. They must follow the guidelines set out in Approved Document J, which shows what is necessary for air supplies, hearths, flue linings and chimney labelling where the flue outlet can be positioned. Each boiler must have a minimum efficiency of 86% for gas and 85% for oil. The replacement of a gas boiler will probably have to be a condensing boiler unless here is sufficient reason why one can not be installed. An assessment is carried out by a registered installer on the type of boiler you will be required to have. The assessment is described in a Communities and Local Government publication: Domestic Heating Compliance Guide (PDF 994Kb) When works have been completed the installer should then produce for you a commissioning certificate such as a Benchmark certificate and notify the local authority building control department either directly, or, if a member of a Competent Person Scheme, via the scheme operator. In due course the local authority should supply you with a Building Regulations Completion Certificate that indicates compliance. Guidance on installing boiler and other combustion appliances, and the building provisions that are necessary to safely accommodate them (air supplies, hearths, fireplaces, flues and chimneys) can be found in Approved Document J. Micro ‐ Combined Heat and Power Planning Permission Planning permission is not normally needed when installing a micro ‐ combined heat and power system in a house if the work is all internal. Building Regulations The 'Low or Zero Carbon Energy Sources: Strategic Guide (LZC)' supports the inclusion of low or zero carbon energy sources in Part L of the Building Regulation and Approved Documents L1A, L1B, L2A and 2B. Chapter 4 deals with micro ‐ CHP. As micro ‐ CHP systems operate within the context of the building, the equipment, installation and testing must all comply with the relevant standards. Details of these standards are set out in full in the LZC guide. The guide also sets out the factors to be considered for the purposes of calculating the potential of a micro ‐ CHP system to contribute towards lowering the carbon dioxide emissions of a building in order for it to meet the compliance requirements of Part L. Building regulations also apply to other aspects of the work such as electrical installation and plumbing work 17

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