Insights

2021 saw several changes to Permitted Development Rights for universities in England. These allow universities to carry out certain types of development without needing full planning permission. Instead they can use a faster process called prior approval.

The fees for submitting certain types of planning applications to a local planning authority are set to increase on the 1 April 2025 to help support the Government's priority of economic growth.

Local authorities (LAs) in England now have the power to auction lettings of vacant high street commercial property. In this article we highlight some of the key provisions relating to High Street Rental Auctions (HSRAs).

The Supreme Court’s recent decision represents welcome clarification of the rights of riparian owners and the responsibilities of sewerage undertakers under the Water Industry Act 1991.

Heads of Terms play a crucial role in commercial property transactions. Although not legally binding, they outline the key terms agreed by the parties involved, setting expectations and helping to streamline the negotiation process.

With the Government seeking to 'unlock' the planning system for increased housing provision and more sustainable development, the targeted Green Belt changes and introduction of a 'Grey Belt', in its revision of the NPPF are key.