Retirement Living Communities: A Growing Opportunity in the Countryside
As the UK's population ages and more over-55s look to downsize, there's an increasing demand for integrated retirement living communities (IRCs). While well-established in countries like the US and Australia, IRCs are still relatively new to the UK market. However,
Understanding Planning Application Validation: A Comprehensive Guide for Developers
Securing planning permission marks a crucial milestone, but the journey from approval to breaking ground requires careful attention to validation processes. For developers eager to commence construction or sell with permission, understanding validation requirements proves essential for minimising delays and
The Evolution of Permitted Development Rights in 2023 and to June 2024
This blog post provides an overview of the key policy reforms announced in 2023 and the first half of 2024, focusing on the changes that have been implemented and those that are yet to be taken forward by the Government. Class
The Latest on Planning Changes: Summary of Key Proposals
/*! elementor - v3.20.0 - 13-03-2024 */ .elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=".svg"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block} There looks to be a period of significant change ahead in the world of planning if emerging proposals come to full fruition. This document outlines a raft of proposed alterations
Racing Against the Clock: Securing Prior Approval Before New Planning Restrictions
/*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 07-02-2024 */.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=".svg"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block} Developers and planning consultants often face tight deadlines and obstacles when seeking prior approvals in areas where new planning restrictions are imminent. We encountered this challenge first-hand while working to
Fostering Growth: Supporting Housing, Agriculture, and Businesses Through Permitted Development Rights
/*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 07-02-2024 */ .elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=".svg"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block} In this blog, we explore the proposed changes to the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015, as amended. This comprehensive consultation covers a wide range of areas,
Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)
/*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 26-02-2024 */ .elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=".svg"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block} The Community Infrastructure Levy is a charge which can be levied by local authorities on new development in their area. It is an important tool for local authorities to use
Residential Approval in Article 4 Areas
/*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 26-02-2024 */ .elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=".svg"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block} PD and prior approval rights to change from commercial to residential use are widely known about in the property industry, certainly much more so than in 2013, when first introduced. Although
Class MA: Get it right first time
/*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 26-02-2024 */ .elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=".svg"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block} It is crucial to get your Class MA application right the first time. Why? Because it can affect the legality and validity of the application. Class MA is a type of
Class MA & Permitted Development Rights – One Year On
/*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 26-02-2024 */ .elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=".svg"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block} Earlier this year we wrote about the (then) new Class MA permitted development (PD) rights and why we in the property consulting world, were so excited about it. Just to recap, the