Tag Archives: Town Planning
Understanding Material Change of Use: When Does a Development Require Planning Permission?
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 >>
Navigating the Complexities of HMO Planning: What You Need to Know
As a town planning consultant in England, one of the most frequent and intriguing subjects we encounter is Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs).… More >>
Our Planning Collections
Here at Planning House, we’ve compiled a number of useful collections and organised the abundance of information on our site to make it easier for you to find what you need.… More >>
What Developers Need to Know About Monitoring Planning Conditions and S106 Agreements
You’ve steered a development through the planning maze and secured permission, but does the hard work stop there?… More >>
Our UK Town Planners Could Learn a Thing or Two from Our European Counterparts
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 >>
Planning Success – Prior Approval under Class M for Change of Use from Commercial to Residential Use
Working alongside Peter Goldthorpe from Goldline Architectural Limited, we recently provided a planning statement in support of commercial to residential conversion under Schedule 2, Part 3, Class MA of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015 (as amended).… More >>
Maximising Investment: Understanding HMOs for Property Owners and Developers
At Planning House, we specialise in providing expert town planning consultancy services for a diverse range of clients, including homeowners, property owners, and developers.… More >>
How Do I Apply For Planning Permission?
If you’re planning to build or make significant changes to your property, you might be asking, “How do I apply for planning permission?”… More >>
Navigating Developer Contributions – A Guide to Section 106 Agreements
Developing property is never a simple process, but negotiating Section 106 agreements doesn’t need to be scary.… More >>