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Exclusive Q&A – Unlocking Opportunities & Strategic Land Promotion

There are a new of challenges developers face when looking to unlock land for development – and CLS Risk Solutions recently gathered some of the leading names in the industry to discuss how we can overcome these challenges through great planning, innovative solutions and collaboration. One of those experts was David Morris, Planning and Operations […]

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Social Value Must Be At The Heart of Post Covid Planning

In a world which has been left reeling from the pandemic, the Prime Minister’s view that Britain should “build, build, build” means construction is a key driver to kickstart the economy. But to ensure that UK communities genuinely benefit, social value should be at the centre of post covid planning, says Simon Toplass, CEO of […]

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Government Backed Thames Estuary Launches Plan To Drive Economic Growth

Thames Estuary has potential to create 1.5m jobs and £115bn GVA to UK economy Dedicated Growth Board, led by Government-appointed Envoy Kate Willard, plans to deliver greenest, most productive Estuary in the world Action Plan, ‘The Green Blue’, sets out vision for driving sustainable, economic growth; regenerating infrastructure; and improving transport and connectivity Major conference […]

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Planning Experts Reveal How to Reduce Your Risk of Refusal

Ever since the Town and County Planning Act of 1947, development has been conditional on approval from planning authorities. It can be a long process to achieve planning permission, and planning considerations have broadened and are always subject to change. Planning refusal is therefore a risk that anyone undertaking development faces, but one that can […]

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Homes England Backs Burtree Garden Village

Homes England has officially entered into an agreement with Hellens Group to bring forward Burtree Garden Village. [emaillocker id=”71749″] The 2,000 home community development, situated in Darlington, would include employment space with the first stage delivering 700 new properties and a public park. Marie Kiddell, Head of Planning and Enabling in the North for Homes […]

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Council’s Seek £102m For 10,000 Home Community

Cumbria County Council and Carlisle City Council are seeking £100m which will enable them to unlock a major new 10,000 home garden community. St Cuthbert’s Garden Village is one of fourteen garden villages backed by the Government – with plans outlined to develop a new community consisting of more than 10,000 homes, but crucial infrastructure […]

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New Train Station Moves Step Forward in Yorkshire

The West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s Transport Fund is enabling plans for a new train station at Elland to move to the next stage of planning. The latest plans will see a new train station with accompanying access improvements being delivered – and now local communities and businesses are being invited to add their voice to […]

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The Benefits Of Better Roofing In Annapolis

Houses have evolved to be greater than the last. We have seen many designs that catch our attention. We can all agree that having a roof over our heads is one of the important things ever. But having a house means you can customize it yourself. That’s the great thing about investing in a house […]

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St.Modwen Homes Continue Critical & Key Workers Offer

As thank you to all key and critical workers for looking after the health, wellbeing and safety of the nation during the Covid-19 pandemic, St. Modwen Homes has committed to continue their offer of up to £10k towards a new home to all eligible workers. [emaillocker id=”71749″] With the recent announcement of a Stamp Duty […]

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Development of New Commercial Unit at Enterprise Zone Approved

Blackpool Airport Enterprise Zone has been given the green light by Blackpool Council’s Executive who have agreed to the build of a 40,000 sq ft commercial unit as part of Phase One development of the site. [emaillocker id=”71749″] Subject to agreeing final contract details, the custom-built premises will be the new headquarters for local company […]

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