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Planning

Householder applications take a summer dip, but demand for home improvement remains strong

With August over, we can now share last month’s results of householder planning application figures
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11 Jan 2022
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How developers can lead the EV charge in smart functionality

By integrating smart EV charging from the start, developers can turn complex sustainability regulations into a competitive advantage, enhancing both property value and market appeal, says Joe Fogel, CEO of waEV-Charge.
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11 Jan 2022
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Planning application support

Smarter, sharper, simpler: The new Interactive House built with user insight

We’re proud to launch the new Planning Portal Interactive House, redesigned from the ground up, to give homeowners and professionals a smarter, more immersive way to explore planning permission requirements.
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11 Jan 2022
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Planning blunders: Five common upgrades that could delay your house sale

Home improvements like new windows, solar panels, or driveways may need planning permission and could affect your property sale, warns TerraQuest’s John Van-Eker.
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11 Jan 2022
5 min read
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How planning routes affect your mortgage options

Not every dream home starts with a shovel in the ground. For thousands of Self Builders, it begins with a tired bungalow or an outbuilding with untapped promise. Whilst planning permission is an important part of this puzzle, it’s often your funding strategy that determines whether a conversion progresses smoothly or not.
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11 Jan 2022
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What recent land policy changes could mean for SME developers

Recent UK land policy changes could unlock major opportunities for SME property developers, with faster planning approval for medium-sized sites, simplified Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) rules, and greater access to finance and brownfield or grey belt land
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11 Jan 2022
5 min read
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Land ownership and grid connections: Insights from our recent webinar

This webinar recap explores the vital role of land ownership and early engagement in delivering renewable infrastructure, highlighting how accurate land referencing, digital tools, and proactive stakeholder management are key to securing timely grid connections and community support.
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11 Jan 2022
5 min read
Data & Insights

Planning Portal data shows new home plans surge by a third

Planning Portal data shows a 33% year-on-year rise in new home applications, signalling renewed confidence in the housing market.
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11 Jan 2022
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What happened at Housing 2025?

Housing 2025 felt like a pivotal moment for the built environment. Held in Manchester during the final week of June, the event brought together a powerful convergence of cross-industry voices, calling for greater collaboration in the interests of both the sector and the nation.
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11 Jan 2022
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