When planning permission is being sought out for a new development, there are an endless number of potential objections and issues that may be raised by concerned local residents.… More >>
At the end of a meeting with any new client regarding development potential of a site I am often faced with the question “so what’s the next step” and my response is usually one along the lines of “you COULD submit a preapplication enquiry” where I go on to list the many benefits of a pre-application submission (which I DO acknowledge) however I usually reluctantly caveat my response with “but it might not be useful in this instance”.… More >>
Today we’re going to take a whistle stop tour of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), covering all the basic considerations you need to keep in mind if you’re looking to progress with one.… More >>
Planning House are delighted that we have assisted in securing planning permission for a Children’s Home. … More >>
I appreciate that this is a controversial topic and I think it is important to stress that I have been in both public and private sector roles agreeing to extend the time for determination of planning application.… More >>
Planning applications and all their potential complications can be daunting. With a million and one things to think about, it’s very easy to make oversights that could make life difficult for you in the long run.… More >>
We are delighted to announce that we have assisted a client secure approval for change of use from a small scale (up to 6 residents) House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) to a large scale HMO up to 8 people.… More >>
Once your application has been submitted, it’s gone through the validation process, all consultations have been carried out and the statutory consultation period has expired a decision will be made- either approved or refused.… More >>
At its heart, planning is about comparing the benefits of a proposed development with the harm it would cause.… More >>
This article covers the basics of Development Plans in the English planning system, including the process of consultation and application. … More >>
