UK urban growth policy (was: I'm back for some controversy and input)

[TURaj]

I'm back for some controversy and input

Ok there are 3 main policies that British planners have used to channel London's growth into compact forms of development (as opposed to the sprawling development seen in the U.S.). The 3 British policies are: (1) establishing a Greenbelt around central London, (2) Regulating new retail development, and (3) building Docklands to accommodate more offices, retail and residences within London. Correct?? Do u you think any of these 3 would have any chance working in U.S. metropolitan regions.

I think that it would take some getting used to, the setup is not something that americans are acustomed to. And offices on Docklands?? i don't know, can't think right now, GO YANKEES!!!
let me know what you think

 

[OfficialPlanner]

It sounds like a good plan I guess...

Portland currently has a greenbelt around the city and the results have been a more urban compact environment. So it can work in America.

 

[The Irish One]

I would appreciate green belts around all towns.

 

[NHPlanner]

Re: I'm back for some controversy and input

GO YANKEES!!!
let me know what you think

How 'bout them Yankees last night?

Go SOX!!!!!

 

[SGB]

Elaborate, please

Can you explain exactly (or even somewhat) what docklands are?

 

[gkmo62u]

Cowboy up!

what are docklands?

 

[TURaj]

this site gives the best description of a dockland

http://www.britishwaterways.co.uk/site/Docklands_803.asp