Latest Planning & Policy News
M&S store demolition case highlights the need for clearer policy
Barrister Russell Harris KC talks about how M&S won its appeal against refusal of plans for its Marble Arch store and why the redevelopment may go ahead.
Labour claims delay on no-fault eviction ban “makes mockery” of Conservative promises
Minister said assessment of county court system must be published before ban could be enforced.
Ground Rents Income Fund slams government leaseholder reforms over 25% valuation fall
The fund told shareholders that the potential outcome of government legislative change “remains uncertain”.
MP claims councils lack funding to fight unwanted developments at appeal
Matt Western, MP for Warwick & Leamington, told the House of Commons ”funding cuts” were skewing planning in favour of developers.
LPA urges next London mayor to ease planning constraints
The organisation has said London needs to “jump-start the economy” to assert itself as a world-leading destination for investment.
By the way: Peter Bill on Julian Richer’s book on fixing the housing crisis
A signed copy of Julian Richer’s ‘Our Housing Disaster – And What We Can Do About It’ plops through the letterbox, the envelope addressed by the man himself.
Leaseholders set to pay ground rents for 20 more years as reforms diluted
Annual charges on leaseholders look set to be capped at £250.
Labour unveils its five ‘golden rules’ for grey belt development
The BPF said the new rules were a welcome step and added to the ”raft of reforms needed to boost housing”.
Moorfield Group’s Sadie Malim on investing in rental solutions
Growing demand for a wide spectrum of affordable housing is creating opportunities for investors.
Q&A: Homes England CEO Denton on shifting focus towards regeneration
Chief executive Peter Denton talks about the agency’s response to a DLUHC review and its new five-year strategic plan.
