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<p>I refer the Noble Lord to the answer given to PQHL12277 and note that the draft
National Model Design Code was published on 30 January 2021, and we are seeking views
on its content.</p><p>We agree that ensuring a good standard and quality of internal
space is important to achieving well-designed homes for all, as emphasised in our
National Design Guide.</p><p>Space standards are an optional technical standard in
our national planning policies and local authorities can choose to adopt them locally,
if they can demonstrate need and that there will be no negative impact on viability.</p><p>As
my Noble Lord is aware, we announced last year that all new homes in England delivered
through any Permitted Development Right must meet this space standard as a minimum.
This will apply to proposals from 6 April 2021.</p><p>Looking to the future, as noted
above we recently published the draft National Model Design Code, in which we intend
to emphasise the ingredients for well-designed homes, including the application of
the Nationally Described Space Standard that can be included in local design codes,
guides and policies.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>
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