Planning
Land values see biggest decline on record as economic downturn bites
A major survey of housebuilders confirms “growing concerns” within the sector over the short-term outlook for the UK economy.
Proposed planning change would ‘destroy’ national parks, warn critics
"It is one of the most bonkers examples of environmental destruction I could think of," says the CEO of the Yorkshire Dales national park, as the government seeks view on "giving farmers greater freedom…
Why we need to build collaboration & flexibility into plans for housing delivery
A considered response to Michael Gove's latest proposals to boost housebuilding, from the Savills ESG and Urban Design teams.
Planning logjams, bigger risks & shrinking margins: What it’s really like being a real estate developer in London right now
Russell Smithers, CEO of luxury developer REDD, pulls no punches in this account of the myriad challenges facing those delivering homes in the capital - and their potentially far-reaching consequences
Industry Reactions: Government unveils latest plan to boost housing supply
New policies are 'a step in the right direction,' says Winkworth, while Knight Frank warns that proposed planning reforms will 'only paper over the cracks'.
Sunak commits to building 1 million homes as Gove outlines long-term plan for housing
Latest government housebuilding strategy focuses on urban property development to avoid 'concreting over the countryside'.
GME’s Dean Clifford: Why developers need to create places & spaces for residents to interact & connect
As new research shines a light on the impact of the built environment on psychological wellbeing, the co-founder of Great Marlborough Estates looks at the implications and opportunities for those bringing…
John Lewis submits plans for two London BtR developments
Retailer reveals proposals for 781 new rental homes in outer London, centred around public piazzas with 'flagship' Waitrose stores.
Gove gets behind Ofsted-style ratings for new developments
Michael Gove thinks proposals for a so-called planning "matrix", as part of further reforms to the system, are "brilliant".
Views sought on Square Mile’s future
The City of London Corporation is working up its framework for future development up to 2040, including a 'clear vision' for the approach to tall buildings.
Turley appoints new Chief Executive
Senior reshuffle 'will enable a smooth transfer of leadership,' says planning & development consultancy.
Depression is more common in the suburbs than in city centres – new research
Study led by Yale University and using three decades of data from Denmark 'provides no support for the continued expansion of car-dependent, suburban single-family housing areas if planners want to mitigate…