With an estimated 1 in 4 people living with a mental health issue, and COVID-19 forcing many of us to face additional stressors, psychological health in the UK is a more pressing issue than ever before.… More >>
We are delighted to have secured change of use from a vacant shop within Class A1 to dwelling within Class C3, including external alterations considered reasonably necessary to convert the building via a prior approval process, saving the client time and money.… More >>
If you’re new to the world of planning and development, prior approval may well be something you have never even heard of before.… More >>
Today we’re going to give you a whistle-stop tour of the main plot types you can (and can’t!)… More >>
Right from the Black Death through to the more recent Ebola epidemics, public health crises have consistently impacted the way we think about the functioning of our towns and cities. … More >>
There has been numerous changes in planning one of which under the Business and Planning Act 2020 allows an extension of time for permissions which lapsed between certain dates during the COVID-19 lockdown. … More >>
I appreciate that this is a controversial topic and I think it is important to stress that I have been in both public and private sector roles agreeing to extend the time for determination of planning application.… More >>
Planning applications and all their potential complications can be daunting. With a million and one things to think about, it’s very easy to make oversights that could make life difficult for you in the long run.… More >>
Earlier this week Chris Pipe from Planning House was a key speaker in a webinar with partners Community Ventures and Bevan Brittan. … More >>
Once your application has been submitted, it’s gone through the validation process, all consultations have been carried out and the statutory consultation period has expired a decision will be made- either approved or refused.… More >>
