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EP 83 Building and urban space accessibility. POLIS: decision support tools and policy initiatives in support of universal design of buildings
Publication Year
2008
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Introduces and promotes the POLIS methodology, a tool in support of universal design of buildings. Sets it within the context of access audit and action planning. Uses case studies on buildings in Spain, UK, Italy, Greece and Israel to demonstrate how the methodology can be used to apply quantitative criteria to many aspects of accessibility in and around buildings. Discusses the six steps for applying POLIS, the value of the metric, and the costs and benefits of accessibility.
Author
POLIS
Publisher Information
BRE
BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.
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