Category: Planning
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What are listed building grades? We explain
As a homeowner, one of the most important things you’ll need to confirm when buying a listed building is the listed building grade assigned to your property. Why? Because this simple letter or roman numeral can make a huge difference to the work you can do to your home, potentially turning a simple renovation or…
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Extending a listed building? Tips for a smooth project
It might be controversial to say extending a listed building isn’t for the faint-hearted, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t consider taking on the challenge. Handled well by using the right experts and professionals, the correct materials and with planning on your side, the results can be breathtaking and definitely worth it. But, what does…
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Capaldi’s fence dispute sparks village planning row
Lewis Capaldi has been granted planning permission for a sleek new recording studio on his £1.6 million countryside estate, but not all of his renovation dreams are going smoothly. A neighbour has formally objected to parts of a separate application, particularly a towering boundary fence that allegedly reaches over 3.5 metres high. The planning permission…
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Ed Miliband plans to make home wind turbines easier than ever
The government wants to make it simpler for homeowners to install wind turbines in gardens or on rooftops. A new policy under Labour could remove the need for planning permission entirely for small-scale home systems. Ed Miliband says this marks the return of “common sense” to energy policy and claims the goal is to cut…
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Self-builders could skip building regulation delays thanks to new scheme
New Government planning reforms could be a game‑changer for self‑builders struggling with delays in gaining building regulations approval. The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) has unveiled a fast‑track process to speed up approvals, backed by a 100‑strong recruitment drive. This shake‑up injects inspectors and engineers straight into the regulator, potentially getting self‑builders building sooner. You may…
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Does planning permission always add value to your home?
It’s common to wonder ‘does planning permission add value to your house’ if you’re considering moving on to pastures new. Perhaps you were considering expanding but have found your dream home and want to show potential buyers what could be achieved with your home. Or, maybe you always planned to sell your home on as…
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Does planning permission always add value to your home?
It’s common to wonder ‘does planning permission add value to your house’ if you’re considering moving on to pastures new. Perhaps you were considering expanding but have found your dream home and want to show potential buyers what could be achieved with your home. Or, maybe you always planned to sell your home on as…
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Omaze £6m house winner still locked out amid planning dispute
When Vicky Curtis-Cresswell won a £6m dream home in March through an Omaze charity draw, she thought the keys were just days away. But nearly four months later, she’s still locked out, caught in the middle of a planning row over unapproved additions to the luxury property. Now, with the council rejecting planning permission and…
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Do you need planning permission for a pergola?
A pergola can transform a garden, but could it land you in planning trouble? Before you grab the drill, it’s worth knowing the rules. While many homeowners assume pergolas are hassle-free additions, planning consultant Simon Rix reveals otherwise: “It’s a topic that crops up fairly often and is surprisingly nuanced depending on context.” In most…
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35% of planning agreements take longer than a year to finalise
S106 agreements are legally binding planning obligations negotiated between a local planning authority and a developer. They set out the contributions developers must make to support the local community, such as funding for schools, roads, public spaces and affordable housing. View the original article and our Inspiration here