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 >>
At its heart, planning is about comparing the benefits of a proposed development with the harm it would cause.… More >>
Planning House were delighted to co-sponsor the Women in Planning North East’s first birthday celebrations, along with Hedley Planning.… More >>
This article covers the basics of Development Plans in the English planning system, including the process of consultation and application. … More >>
J&B Recycling operate a recycling facility at Monument Park, Washington. The facility handles waste from Local Authority recycling schemes; the majority of this is from Sunderland Council but some is from South Tyneside Council.… More >>
The planning system can feel adversarial and even like a bit of a lottery at times, with seemingly arbitrary decisions being made on some planning applications.… More >>
Chris Pipe, Founder and Director at Planning House was asked to explain how flexible working benefits her team of town planning consultants, growing the business and how this approach should be adopted more widely by the North East Chamber of Commerce.… More >>
Planning House are delighted to announce that they have secured planning approval for change of use of a residential property in a conservation area to a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) for up to 7 individuals.… More >>
England has a housing crisis. Not enough homes are being built, with a particular lack of social and affordable housing for those who are most at need in society.… More >>
A dramatic title but its true. Since starting with Planning House my life has changed dramatically, not just where I work but how I work and the impact that has had on my family but also what I do and my perspective on planning.… More >>
