Planning
Doer-upper dos & don’ts: What buyers need to know about taking on a project
Seasoned buying agents discuss the merits of a building project and what clients need to consider before committing themselves.
Green light for retirement development on prominent Chiswick High Road site
After two years of consultation, planners have given the go-ahead for the reinvention of a former police station in West London.
Economists call for sweeping ‘liberalisation’ of planning regulations
The Adam Smith Institute suggests that removing restrictions on urban housing development would 'boost the welfare of every person'.
Development land market ‘set for rebound’ as housebuilder confidence builds
Knight Frank is advising property developers to 'replenish their land banks to keep up with improving housing demand.'
How successful retrofitting can remove the dilemma between ‘old & beautiful’ Vs ‘efficient & practical’
Dorcas George-Jones of top-end construction and design firm Castellum chats to colleagues Victoria Evans and Lee Boileau about the challenges and opportunities of the 'retrofit boom', including a particularly…
‘Street vote’ planning referenda could allow building extensions up to seven storeys
'The value of property may increase as a result of a street vote development order, so there is an incentive for homeowners to work with their neighbours to prepare one,' says Michael Gove's Department…
Planners back Mayfair office-to-resi project
Thumbs-up for proposed conversion just off Park Lane.
Government to cut retrofit red tape for historic homes
Planning rules to be relaxed following review into challenges faced by heritage sector.
In Pictures: Bhutan’s ‘Mindfulness City’ masterplan is ‘a global example of how to build a sustainable human presence on Earth’
Spreading across more than 1,000km² near the Indian border, ambitious proposals for a new city at Gelephu promise 'a cradle for growth & innovation,' say architects.
Government reveals a new plan for housebuilding & updates to the NPPF
Michael Gove's latest housing policy proclamations suggest we 'learn from the Victorians'.
Green light for South Ken station’s mixed-use revamp
Long-running saga ends in success for JV as RBKC's rejection is overturned.
Developer plans revamp of ‘prominent’ Westbourne Grove site
Valouran is looking to bring the site offices for The Whiteley project back into use as high-end apartments and an improved pub.