PM: INTRODUCTION OF BEST URBAN-PLANNING STANDARDS AMONG ARMENIA’S OBJECTIVES

ARKA
Nov 3, 2009

YEREVAN, November 4. /ARKA/. Armenian Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan,
speaking Friday at the third congress of the Union of Armenian
Constructors, said introduction of the best urban planning standards
is among Armenia’s objectives.

"We have chosen European Union’s directions regulating this area.

Experts say the EU construction directions derive from the best urban
planning practice."

Sargsyan said referring to the results of studies that this area has
big holes that should be plugged with joint efforts.

"Many urban planning standards haven’t been adopted in Armenia so far.

This creates grave problems for us. The state is in need of your
assistance," he said addressing the congress participants.

The premier also said that if special groups are set up in the Union
of Armenian Constructors with skilled specialists included in them,
this work will be useful for ensuring breakthrough in this area.

"The urban planning ministry is already working out such programs,
and we invite you to take part in the elaboration," he said.