This planning policy statement applies to England only and replaces extant parts of PPG 23 (1994), Planning and Pollution Control (ISBN 0117529478), which is hereby cancelled. The policies set out in this statement and the advice provided in the annexes (Annex 1 "Pollution control, air and water quality" (ISBN 0117539317) and Annex 2 "Development of land affected by contamination" (ISBN 0117539325)), should be taken into account by Regional Planning Bodies and Local Planning Authorities when preparing any development plans. The document also explains the advice, as set out in the statement; government policies on planning and pollution control, and on land affected by contamination; an appendix detailing matters for consideration in preparing local development documents and taking decisions on individual planning applications.

Pollution Prevention focuses on current efforts to incorporate pollution prevention into the functions of state and local environmental agencies. It explains how to introduce pollution prevention methods into inspection programs, permitting procedures, enforcement actions, technical assistance, training, and voluntary initiatives. Topics covering the financing of pollution prevention efforts and factors contributing to their development are addressed. The book offers a wealth of practical information for state and government agency personnel, consultants, waste management personnel, and professionals in industry.

90 charts and tables.