Design review: principles and practice
(2013) RTPI, Design Council CABE, RIBA and Landscape Institute
Update of advice from 2009. Design review is a well established way of improving the quality of design outcomes in the built environment. This document provides practical advice to people who are running design review panels.
Sustainable design and construction
(2012) Cross Sector Group on Sustainable Design and Construction - RTPI is a member
Assists plan-making and development management in support of local planning authorities' statutory duty to contribute to the achievement of sustainable development, of which sustainable design and construction is an integral part.
Re-imagining urban spaces to help revitalise our high streets
(2012) DCLG. The RTPI is a partner organisation
This guide is aimed at those working to improve their high street, town centre or retail area, in ways such as increasing high street vitality, attracting footfall and boosting local economies. It includes case studies and signposted resources.
Design wayfinder
(2012) Design Council CABE and endorsed by RTPI
Identifies the main sources of guidance and best practice on good design, on robust local plan policies on design, and the type of analysis required to decide whether proposed development is acceptable.