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By: Language: English Series: Inside Housing ; 23 May 2008, 20-22(3)Publication details: 2008Subject(s): Summary: Considers the problems associated with the project of building entire towns from scratch. The government's eco-town plans propose just such projects. Examines the problems which were encountered with the building of new towns after World War Two. Covers problems with flat blocks, gridded road systems and a lack of forward planning in building amenities. Reports that eco town planners are attempting to design road plans which favour public transport. Also considers the need for good transport links to neighbouring settlements.
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Considers the problems associated with the project of building entire towns from scratch. The government's eco-town plans propose just such projects. Examines the problems which were encountered with the building of new towns after World War Two. Covers problems with flat blocks, gridded road systems and a lack of forward planning in building amenities. Reports that eco town planners are attempting to design road plans which favour public transport. Also considers the need for good transport links to neighbouring settlements.