Category Archives: Collection HMO

Everyone is a NIMBY (Not In My Back Yard)!

Every planning application in the UK receives on average 2.2 objections, with 1.9 million complaints logged since the start of 2017.… More >>

New National Design Guide Published

The National Planning Policy Framework makes clear that creating high quality buildings and places is fundamental to what the planning and development process should achieve.… More >>

Town Planning and how to find your way through it all

There’s a lot of advice available regarding Town Planning and how to find your way through it all, thousands of pages dedicated to what can be perceived as red tape but with a lot of jargon and confusing details.… More >>

Understanding Planning Conditions

If you have received a planning approval it’s essential you know what conditions are attached, what they cover and how they can be complied with.… More >>

What is Town Planning?

We were delighted to have our article “What is Town Planning” published in Northern Insight magazine back in October 2018.… More >>

Know your options if your planning application is refused

Knowing your options should you find yourself in a situation where your planning application has been refused, or there are conditions attached to your planning approval which you don’t think are reasonable will allow you to make informed decisions on how to proceed.… More >>

Make an Ally of your Planning Officer

As Planning Departments struggle with under resourcing and heavy case loads how do you make the Planning Officer your ally?… More >>

The Hidden Costs of Planning

Long gone are the days when securing planning permission involved no more than completing a form, providing plans, and paying an application fee.… More >>

8 steps to choosing a Town Planning Consultant

If you’re planning a development, choosing the right professionals needs careful thought.… More >>

Planning myths

In this article we dispel some of the common town planning myths.  This is a must read for anyone embarking on a development project, especially those who may not have been through the planning process previously.… More >>