Changes to planning fees likely to be introduced from 1 April 2025
A useful summary of changes to planning fees that are expected to be introduced from 1 April (pending parliamentary approval).
When does a barn conversion cross the line into rebuilding?
Class Q Permitted Development Rights offer a unique opportunity to repurpose agricultural buildings into residential spaces without full planning permission. Yet the distinction between conversion and rebuilding can make or break a rural project.
Updates to Class Q, R and Agricultural (Class A and B) Permitted Development
Amendments to Class Q, R and Agricultural (Class A and B) Permitted Development were made law in England on 30 April 2024.
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We are looking for a part-time Chartered Town Planner with experience in the public and/or private sectors to join our team based in Sherborne (Dorset) and Bath
Plans to scrap nutrient neutrality quashed by House of Lords
Amendments to the Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill that would have scrapped nutrient neutrality for houseing developers have been quashed by the House of Lords.
Potential changes to Class Q Permitted Development Rights in England
An overview of the hanges to Class Q Permitted Development Rights being considered as part of a consultation by the DLUHC and Defra.
Look after the centimetres and the pounds look after themselves
We're huge fans of the Trimble Catalyst and K-Mobile mapping system from Korec and use it for everything from boundary mapping to plotting underground utilities.
Rural planning reforms will make it easier to convert disused farm buildings
The government has announced major planning reforms, including an easing of the restrictions on the conversion of disused farm buildings into residential properties.
Planning fees look set for a rise
Planning fees across England are expected to increase substantially, according to an article by the professional planning publication, The Planner.
£150m Help to Build scheme to kickstart self-build revolution
If you've been thinking of self-building a home – or own land that might be attractive to self-builders – here's some good news.