Planning Precedents?
In English planning law, the concept of “precedent” does not operate in the same way as in judicial case law.…
Key Considerations for the Public Consultation Process
Public consultation is a vital part of the planning system. It ensures that local communities, stakeholders, and interested parties are…
Planning Appeal System – An Overview
The Planning System can be tricky, and, in some cases, there may be a requirement to go to appeal to…
COMMON APPLICATION TYPES – THE FACTS
One of the most commonly asked questions we receive is that relating to application types, what needs to be submitted…
Considering an appeal?
So, what does go to appeal mean? In broad terms if your application is refused (or in some cases not…
Planning Fee Increases Announced – April 2025
Last July (2024) the Government undertook a consultation on planning fees which has resulted in draft amendments to The Town…
NEW YEAR, NEW PROJECTS?
The New Year is most commonly associated with new beginnings and, indeed, it is a time when many homeowners/or property…
Significant Changes to the Framework published
Last week the Government published the revised National Planning Policy Framework 2024 (the Framework) which sets out the Government’s planning…
Dashing Through the Snow…
Ho Ho Ho! Hope you’re all organised with your Christmas Lists! Just to let you know, our office will be…
Valuations – What information do we require and why?
Valuations are one of the most highly regulated areas of work a Chartered Surveyor can undertake. Valuers are regulated, via…
Please do not overlook your planning conditions!
Anyone who has worked with us before (or has read articles from us from a couple of years ago (which…
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU SUBMIT A PLANNING APPLICATION?
So, you have submitted a planning application, and it has been validated – what happens next? Once a Council receives…
