Housing

Question 1

Green field

Answer 1

Located on the edge of a town which has never been built on

Question 2

Brown field

Answer 2

Land that has previously been built on, that is being redeveloped, often located nearer the CBD

Question 3

Advantages of green field

Answer 3

Plenty of space
Relatively low cost
Less pollution
Easy access to the countryside

Question 4

Disadvantages of green field

Answer 4

Loss of habitats
Tarmac and concrete increase flood risk
Local property is devalued
Commuters cause air and noise pollution

Question 5

Advantages of brown field

Answer 5

Easy to get planning permission
Infrastructure already in place
Cuts commuting
Environment improved

Question 6

Disadvantages of brown field

Answer 6

Restricted by the size of the plot
Houses will be overlooked
Expensive to clear the site