houses Flashcards
(23 cards)
What is a brownfield site?
Land that has been built on before and is to be cleared and reused.
What is a greenfield site?
Land that has not been built on before.
What is one advantage of building on a brownfield site?
-It’s easier to get planning permission.
-Sites in cities are not left derelict or empty.
-Utilities such as water and electricity are already provided.
-Roads already exist.
-Near to facilities in town centres, eg shops, entertainment and places for work.
-Cuts commuting.
What is on advantage of building on greenfield sites?
-New sites do not need clearing so can be cheaper to prepare.
-No restrictions of existing road network.
-Pleasant countryside environment may appeal to potential home owners.
-Some shops and business parks on outskirts provide local facilities.
-Land is cheaper on outskirts so plots can be larger.
-More space for gardens.
What is the green belt?
An area that is not allowed to be built on.
What are the additions to London’s public transport network?
TfL (trains for London), London railway underground, London overground (suburban railway), Docklands light railway (DLR), buses and also water buses.
What is a topological map?
A map in which scale and direction are not entirely accurate but the points match up.
What is an advantage of topological maps?
Passengers have the advantage of it being easily readable.
What is a commuter?
Someone who travels some distance to work on a regular basis.
What is the congestion charge?
£15 daily charge
3 reasons why Crossrail will improve London?
-It aims to reduce journey times across the city.
-It will increase rail capacity by 10%.
-It will bring an extra 1.5 million people into a 45 minute commute zone of London.
-The businesses around Crossrail stations will get an economic boost.
What is ULEZ?
Ultra Low Emission Zone
What does ULEZ aim to do?
Clear London’s air.
Why is ULEZ controversial?
It will cost members of the public more money.
What will the congestion charge help to do?
Reduce pollution from vehicles moving into London.
How does ULEZ help to improve air quality?
Reduces the number of vehicles that don’t meet emissions standards.
How does Santander Cycles help to improve air quality?
By encouraging more people to cycle.
What is sustainability?
Actions and forms f progress that meet the needs of the present without reducing the ability of future generations to meet their needs.
What is the term to describe the ways to increase and protect the green space in our cities?
urban greening
What counts as ‘green space’?
parks, gardens, woodlands and cemeteries
How do trees improve air quality?
Produce oxygen, clean the air, help to reduce global warming by taking in carbon dioxide.
Who would NOT be in favour of the Olympic Plan of 2012?
A local resident on the site.
Who would be in favour of the Olympic Plan of 2012?
Local residents outside the site.
