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News Release from: CIRIA | Subject: CIEF seminar
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 24 January 2005
Heritage verses development
Heritage verses development: the CIEF presents win-win solutions at their seminar Archaeology and construction.
In recent years added emphasis on urban regeneration and developing brownfield sites has consequently led to an increase in planning-driven archaeology Archaeological investigations are often required to mitigate the environmental impact of development: if due consideration is not given early enough in the design phase unexpected delays and expenses may be incurred
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 1 Apr 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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A Construction Industry Environmental Forum (CIEF) seminar Archaeology and construction: the benefits of effective planning and design will showcase good practice with respect to the preservation of our cultural heritage.
Speakers including David Miles of English Heritage and Peter Hinton of the Institute of Field Archaeologists will provide insight into how addressing archaeological concerns in a proactive manner can realise significant benefits to the client and project team over the longer term.
The event takes place on 16 March 2005 in London and will be of interest to developers, planners, contractors and designers.
It will outline the planning framework for the protection of archaeology and the historic environment, highlight potential risks and demonstrate how heritage may enhance and add value to a development CIRIA recommends this seminar for up to two hours towards CPD requirements with the ICE, CIOB, RIBA and RICS. Request a free brochure from CIRIA ...
For further information or to register visit http://www.ciria.org/cief_160305.htm or contact CIRIA.
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