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‘Brake on new homes’
March 3, 2019
A council has proposed a reduction in the number of new homes to be built in Aylesbury Vale, in the latest step towards a final approved Vale of Aylesbury Local Plan – the blueprint that will shape development until 2033. Aylesbury Vale District Council has responded to the Local Plan independent planning inspector’s interim findings and his latest […]
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Architect’s new role
January 10, 2019
Landscape architect Dominic Cole has become the latest patron of Turn End Trust. The Haddenham-based trust was set up to promote the integration of building and garden design; enable public access to Turn End house and garden and other examples of post-war housing design; and to conserve and maintain Turn End, its gardens and associated […]
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Design award winners
December 1, 2018
Outstanding building and structural projects across the region have been recognised at the 25th annual Aylesbury Vale District Council Design Awards. The ceremony, held on November 29 at the council’s Gateway Conference Centre, was supported by Durkan UK and brought together designers, architects, builders and contractors to showcase their excellence. Nine projects were shortlisted from […]
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Ancient wall restored
October 1, 2018
One of the oldest and most historic structures in Aylesbury is being restored to its former glory as part of works being carried out by Buckinghamshire County Council to improve public space in the town centre. This is part of the collaboration with Aylesbury Vale District Council to redevelop the whole Waterside North area. Dating back to 1740, the old Gaol Wall, between […]
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Danger site action
August 31, 2018
Prompt action has protected people from an unstable building which was at risk of disrupting bank holiday activities for thousands in Aylesbury town centre. On Friday (24th August) Aylesbury Vale District Council planning staff and structural experts for the second time visited 112 High Street, where demolition work was taking place on a structure in […]
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Design awards: your say
July 18, 2018
Public nominations are now open for the annual Aylesbury Vale District Council Design Awards, which brings together designers, architects, builders and contractors to showcase their excellence. Now in its 25th year, the AVDC Design Awards are designed to celebrate projects across the Vale which make an outstanding contribution to the design quality of the built […]
Civil and Structural Engineering