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<p>Our National Planning Policy Framework places great emphasis on the use of brownfield
land and promoting effective use of land in meeting the need for homes and other uses,
while safeguarding and improving the environment and ensuring safe and healthy living
conditions. However, brownfield sites vary greatly, and local planning authorities
are best placed to assess the suitability of each site for development.</p><p>Local
planning authorities are required to prepare, maintain, and publish a register of
brownfield (previously developed) land suitable for housing. For new homes, brownfield
sites should be suitable, in planning terms, available for development and achievable
within 15 years.</p><p> </p>
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