Call for Sites: What Does It Mean?
If you’ve ever wondered how councils decide where new homes, schools, and business spaces should go, the answer often starts with a Call for Sites.… More >>
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The Real Cost of Delays: How the Planning System Impacts Business Expansion
In today’s dynamic business environment, time is money. Nowhere is this more evident than in the planning system, where delays can have a significant impact on business expansion and local economic growth.… More >>
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Planning Success – Appeal Allowed for Certificate of Lawfulness for a HMO & Costs Awarded, Portsmouth
Planning House are very pleased to announce that we have secured a certificate of lawfulness for the use of a C4 HMO (occupied by 3-6 people) as a Sui Generis HMO, for 7 people at appeal, and secure costs from the Council to cover our clients expense.… More >>
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Reviving New Towns: Lessons from the Past for Future Planning
The concept of new towns in England is not new. Born out of post-war necessity, the New Towns Act 1946 saw the creation of planned settlements like Milton Keynes, Stevenage, and Harlow.… More >>
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The 15-Minute City: Rethinking Urban Life Through Planning
The idea of the 15-minute city is rapidly gaining momentum in the UK planning world, and for good reason.… More >>
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Planning Success – Self-Build Home in Ponteland
Planning House are overjoyed to have secured approval on behalf of our client for a self-build home in Ponteland.… More >>
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Upcoming Changes to Planning Application Fees in England – Effective April 2025
In April 2025, significant changes to planning application fees in England will take effect.… More >>
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Why a Lawful Development Certificate Must Be Backed Up by Evidence
A Lawful Development Certificate (LDC) is an essential document for property owners and developers who want to confirm that a particular development or use of land is lawful under planning law.… More >>
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What Is a Deemed Discharge of Planning Conditions?
When it comes to obtaining planning permission in England, the process doesn’t always end when your application is approved.… More >>
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How to Make a Robust Planning Application
Making a successful planning application is a key step in bringing your development or renovation plans to life.… More >>