Priority 1: Caring for our local environment
This page provides information about Priority 1 of the Council's Corporate Plan 2006-9 - Caring for the Local Environment.
We aim by 2009 to have
Improved the management of waste and reduced reliance on landfill by
- Recycling 40 per cent of household waste
- Providing one bring site for every 800 properties
- Quadrupling the amount of green waste composted to 16 per cent
Enhanced the street scene by
- Ensuring 90 per cent of our streets are free of litter at any one time
- Clearing at least 94 per cent of offensive graffiti within 48 hours and 90 per cent of all other graffiti within 7 days
- Removing 90 per cent of abandoned vehicles within 10 days
Worked towards tackling traffic congestion by
- Agreeing with our partners the most important ways we can tackle traffic in the Borough
Developed new planning policies by
- Adopting a core strategy that reinforces Green Belt provision and that balances new housing provision with the retention of the overall character of the Borough.
Promoted appropriate sustainable energy initiatives by
- Considering fully the incorporation of sustainable energy solutions in the delivery of all Council services
- Ensuring that all new development and at least 60 per cent of conversions generate a minimum 10 per cent of their energy needs from renewable sources
- Ensuring that 70 per cent of new buildings (with over 1,000m2 floor space) have incorporated sustainable energy systems.
Last updated: 23-01-2006
Reigate & Banstead Borough Council
Town Hall
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