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Introduction to PASSIVE SOLAR DESIGN Specific attention is directed to the site and location of the dwelling, the prevailing climate, design and construction, solar orientation, placement of glazing-and-shading elements, and incorporation of thermal mass / thermal buffers. PSD can be used in conjunction with other technologies to create low or zero energy buildings. Even using a few PSD techniques within a new building will save energy. On average 20-25% of heating and lighting can be saved using PSD. Click the sections below to expand each category. How does it work?
The PSD features used in a building will vary according to the location and use of the building, however the following principles form the core PSD in temperate climates:
What about costs and maintenance?
As this is a very site specific science, often requiring detailed architectural advice / building design, the costs vary widely from project to project. The inclusion of some of the common PSD design principles within any new building can considerably reduce energy bills. SWOT analysis
A SWOT Analysis is a strategic planning method used to evaluate the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats involved in a project or business venture.
Planning Issues Planning within the High Weald AONB
The High Weald Unit's role is to interpret government policy in the light of the AONB Management Plan and to provide advice to local authorities and others regarding planning applications. The Unit also responds to consultations regarding new planning policy at national, regional and local level, again based on the Components of Natural Beauty identified by the Management Plan. The Local Council is of course the responsible body as regards the exercise of planning powers. Going beyond ensuring that residential buildings, in particular, enjoy adequate natural light and privacy, considering solar heat and light capture through the use of PSD has not been regarded as a normal planning matter and not something that can ultimately be defended at appeal. Where planning authorities have sought to apply PSD principles this has been done in the past by using Supplementary Planning Guidance, possibly with a reference in the local plan Development Plan. PSD should be dealt with principally by way of LDD policy and guidelines. It does not readily lend itself to the use of planning conditions because it concerns the fundamental design of the building and cannot easily be dealt with by way of conditions. Contacts
District or Borough Council Planning Departments for the High Weald area: Horsham: 01403 215187 Further Information
Planning Policy Statement 22: Renewable Energy – http://www.communities.gov.uk/publications/planningandbuilding/pps22
Planning for Renewable Energy: A Companion Guide to PPS22 - http://www.communities.gov.uk/publications/planningandbuilding/planningrenewable High Weald Management Plan - http://www.highweald.org/text.asp?PageId=254 Useful contacts
Renewable energy association – www.r-e-a.net
Centre for alternative technology – www.cat.org.uk Carbon Trust – www.carbontrust.co.uk Energy Savings trust – www.est.org.uk Potential Grant sources
Low Carbon Buildings programme – www.lowcarbonbuildings.co.uk
England Rural Development Programme – www.seeda.co.uk WARR partnership (LEADER) – www.warrpartnership.org.uk High Weald AONB (Sustainable Development Fund) – www.highweald.org Carbon Trust (Interest Free Loans) – www.carbontrust.org.uk Enhanced Capital Allowance Scheme – www.eca.gov.uk
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