Clarifying design codes
LB Hounslow carried out a pilot to test an interactive map-based tool for presenting its 700-page character and design code.
- Outcome: The council made the design code easier to explore by breaking it into themed journeys and interactive maps.
- Scale and approach: Pilot project was delivered with support from communications and digital colleagues.
- Technology used: The council worked with Urban Intelligence to develop and test the Local Plan Maker tool, which combined maps, images, story-based journeys and embedded consultation features.
Read about the project here.
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