Tag Archives: housing

Have changes to permitted development regulations in 2021 helped improve living space?

We felt quite encouraged when the government announced changes to permitted development regulations from April 2021.… More >>

Do I need a Town Planner?

Do I need to hire a Town Planning Consultant?

In a lot of cases the answer is NO!  If your proposed development is not complex for instance a house extension or a simple commercial development then don’t waster your money employing a town planner. … More >>

Handy Guide to the Planning Application Process

We have created a very handy guide to the Planning Application Process! If you are about to dip your toe into the world of Planning by submitting a planning application, you may well feel a little apprehensive and bamboozled about the whole process.… More >>

Concerns New Housing Developments Promote Cars Over Public Transport

A new report recently released by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) highlights concerns that new housing developments will force residents to rely on cars over public transport, particularly in areas outside of London.… More >>

What is the Housing and Planning Act?

New measures to help more people buy their own home and get houses built faster became law on the 13 May 2016 in  The Housing and Planning Act 2016

The Act sets out a clear determination from the government to keep the country building while giving families every opportunity to unlock the door to home ownership.… More >>