UKGBC introduces new energy targets to meet 2050 deadline
Body sets out goals for office sector to reduce energy use by 60% to meet the 2050 carbon-neutral pledge
New initiative gives fresh hope for affordable housing delivery
Industry is cautiously optimistic that government’s First Homes policy will succeed where Starter Homes failed.
Concern grows over estate fees on freehold properties
Evidence indicates that the system is being abused, but how likely is it that the government will intervene?
The property law cases that made the headlines in 2019
The high-profile Tate Modern viewing gallery dispute is one of a number of prominent legal cases this year
Merits of plan to extend PDR upwards called into question
Plans to allow homeowners to add extra storeys without planning permission come under fire from industry.
Lack of resources could stall drive for energy efficiency
Minimum energy efficiency standards for buildings set to be tightened, but enforcement appears unfunded
Business rates proposals are met with industry scepticism
Industry experts warn that manifesto promises to review system ‘just kick the problem into the long grass’
Property firms urged to create safe space for trans employees
Some firms have policies to support transgender staff but LGBT groups say industry needs to do much more
First-phase Grenfell report has big implications for property
Report outlines fire safety changes property owners must make but wider recommendations are yet to come
Property managers urged to adopt new business models
Remit Consulting report finds industry is failing to collect rents efficiently or treat tenants as customers
