Professional analysis
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ProfessionalThe nine key principles of regeneration
A new study from Trowers & Hamlins highlights a set of criteria for developers to apply to rejuvenation projects.
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NewsA shock to the system
With much of the country facing an acute shortage of power capacity, developers need to reassess the way new homes use electricity.
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ProfessionalGroundhog Day for planning
While promising a lot, the announcement of a consultation on an accelerated planning system has been met with strong scepticism by planning experts.
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ProfessionalProvision for later living has stalled
Research shows the pace of change in the senior housing sector has stalled – or even regressed – since 2022.
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ProfessionalDevelopers remain in the dark on new BSA rules
With new Building Safety Act provisions set to come into force on 6 April, developers say they still lack clarity on what specifically is expected from them and their contractors.
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NewsHow a Swiss ski resort is scaling new heights in sustainability
Property Week travels to the Swiss ski resort of Verbier to find out how climate change is posing challenges for sustainability, as well as providing opportunities for dual-season tourism.
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ProfessionalHow allies can play a key role in the battle for diversity
Progressive property companies are pioneering allyship as a vital policy to create a welcoming environment for staff that may come from marginalised or disadvantaged groups.
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ProfessionalServing notice on the letter of the law
A case involving a failure to serve notice on all parties in a right to manage claim has now gone to the Supreme Court and may have wider implications for the property industry.
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ProfessionalAI: a new partner for the legal profession?
As law firms make increasing use of AI in their operations, there are hazards to watch out for.
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ProfessionalThe 600-year office: Designing for a longer lifespan
A new research paper asks whether design changes could allow buildings to last for centuries rather than decades.
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ProfessionalAmendments to consented plans
Experts assess the impact of a High Court ruling concerning ‘slot-in’ applications to outline planing permissions.
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ProfessionalTimber framed for a construction push under new net zero strategy
The government’s plan to boost UK timber construction as part of its net zero strategy faces many obstacles.
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NewsAssessing pending Supreme Court verdict in a Surrey oil field case
A pending Supreme Court verdict in a Surrey oil field case could have ramifications for future planning applications.
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NewsProperty experts on how far new consultation will go to unveil the hidden owners of UK property
Property experts question how far a new consultation will go to unveil the hidden owners of UK property.
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InsightA year in review: Legal
The government passed major building safety, regeneration and planning laws in 2023, but delays and a lack of clarity on legislation frustrated the property industry.
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ProfessionalDevelopers branch out with regenerative design principles
New method helps developers build schemes that are both sustainable and beneficial for the environment.
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ProfessionalIndustry doubts planning fee shake-up will speed up system
Failure to ring-fence higher fees for council planning departments seen as flaw in latest government reforms.
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ProfessionalGoing west in search of routes into a more diverse industry
Real Estate Balance regional forum saw South West professionals debate ways to make property more inclusive.
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ProfessionalSpurs result flags up venues’ residential neighbour disputes
Issues of noise, nuisance and light can land in court if the interests of all parties are not taken into account.
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ProfessionalDelays to government reforms have left developers in limbo
Industry clamours for certainty as range of proposed legislative changes are delayed, amended or scrapped.
