The Rosewell Review
Reform of the planning appeal procedure and the inquiry process in particular is overdue. The publication of the Independent Review […]
Georgina Reeves
20% hike in planning application fees – a step closer
The Government has moved a step closer to delivering one of the Housing White Paper commitments to increase nationally-set planning […]
What happens to old applications?
The question of what powers LPAs have to deal with old planning applications is raised by both applicants, concerned that […]
The need for focus on conditions (and not descriptions) in Section 73 applications
The consequences of failing to restrict use by imposing a condition were highlighted in a recent appeal decision concerning a […]
Short term rentals – a potential planning issue?
The recent decision in Iveta Nemcova v Fairflied Rents Limited [2016] UKUT 303 underlined the importance of reviewing lease terms […]
Improving the use of Planning Conditions?
Too many unnecessary and overly restrictive conditions are still routinely attached to planning permissions, driving up costs and impeding development. […]