5) South Bank Regeneration scheme, Leeds Flashcards
1
Q
What is HS2 and why is it good?
A
It is a high speed railway connecting Leeds to other major cities
It ensures public transport is efficient
2
Q
How much land is available?
A
Over 300,000 square acres
3
Q
Why is the Holbeck Urban Village important?
A
It is relevant to the younger population of Bristol
It promotes environmental sustainability
4
Q
What has happened to Clarence Dock?
A
It has been redeveloped into Leeds Dock
5
Q
Negatives of HS2
A
Damaging to the environment
6
Q
What happened to the old Tetley brewery?
A
It is now a centre of contemporary art
7
Q
Why is it good to build on brownfield sites?
A
New, untouched greenfield sites aren’t ruined
