Experts call for Crooked House to be restored to former glory
‘Iconic’ pub demolished following a fire could be rebuilt in a similar way to the Carlton Tavern in Maida Vale.
Logistics suppliers held back from decarbonising estates
Outdated regulation, complex leasing arrangements and less sturdy stock are hindering solar-supply plans.
EAC begins inquiry into heat resilience of built environment
Inquiry will highlight the problems facing the UK’s homes and workplaces amid ever-increasing temperatures.
Cambridge housing inequality highlights national problems
Experts say government’s planning and strategic aims are failing to dovetail with city’s local political reality.
Homes England put under the microscope amid new review
Wide-reaching review of the body’s operations will assess whether it is meeting targets set by government.
Proposed Placemaking Matrix raises concerns over viability
Ofsted-style ratings for new schemes could burden developers and clash with current planning regulations.
Industry needs single standard to measure carbon footprint
Experts call for unified system amid myriad measuring standards that produce different carbon calculations.
Gym ruling provides clarity on rates relief for charities
Court’s decision in Nuffield Health case upholds eligibility of business rates relief for charitable purposes.
Four areas of legal planning to prioritise in any development
In challenging market conditions, it is ever more critical to undertake sound legal planning at the earliest stage.
Government yet to publish full details of biodiversity scheme
Developers left in limbo awaiting clarity on biodiversity net gain regulations ahead of November introduction.