The social distancing measures implemented to contain the spread of coronavirus (Covid-19) has highlighted the ‘critical importance’ of high-quality green spaces within housing developments, says Ecological Planning & Research Ltd (EPR).
The consultancy highlights that green and blue spaces have long been understood to improve human wellbeing – people with access to such amenities have lower levels of mental distress than those without, as was outlined by a Public Health England report in 2014.
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27 April 2020
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Covid-19: Green space should be a priority in local plans
The social distancing measures implemented to contain the spread of coronavirus (Covid-19) has highlighted the ‘critical...