When news broke that Universal Studios is exploring a major theme park in Bedford, my initial reaction was one of genuine excitement.… More >>
In April 2025, significant changes to planning application fees in England will take effect.… More >>
Making a successful planning application is a key step in bringing your development or renovation plans to life.… More >>
There is often confusion surrounding the concept of a material change of use. Whether you’re looking to expand your property portfolio, convert a building for a new purpose, or simply want to understand the planning system better, understanding when a change in use triggers the need for planning permission is crucial.… More >>
As a planning consultant, we often find ourselves assisting clients with resolving issues relating to alleged planning breaches.… More >>
Could our UK Town Planners Learn a Thing or Two from Our European Counterparts? This is a question our marketing consultant Ingrid asked herself on a recent holiday to Spain…
Decades ago, when Ingrid first began visiting Spain, the Costa del Sol was a far cry from the polished, tourist-friendly destination it is today.… More >>
Understanding use classes is essential for anyone involved in property development, property investment, or property management in England.… More >>
We are thrilled to secure planning permission for works to a former coach house to provide tourist accommodation in Northumberland.… More >>
We are happy to announce that our client, Graeme Pearson at GAP Design secured planning permission in Elwick, Hartlepool, for the erection of a single storey flat roof extension to rear of an existing public house to provide restaurant area, conversion of existing former stables, storage area to provide 3no.… More >>
Developers and consultants need to be aware that changes are coming to planning application fees in England starting December 6th. … More >>
