Structural Defects Insurance: What Developers Need to Know When Choosing the Right Policy

Even with meticulous planning and stringent quality control, the process of building houses can be complex, and unexpected issues can arise. For developers and housebuilders, ensuring that newly built properties meet high standards, stay within budget, and adhere to timelines [...]

Reeves confirms Government estimate that 1.5 million homes target unlikely to be delivered

In her Spring budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves revealed that the Government expects to undershoot its manifesto target of 1.5 million homes in five years, estimating there will be fewer than 1.3 million “cumulative net additions to the UK housing stock“ [...]

Planning and Infrastructure Bill launched to speed planning decisions

The Ministry of Housing has announced the long-awaited Planning and Infrastructure Bill, which is introduced to Parliament today, promising “transformative reforms to get Britain building, tackle blockers and unleash billions in economic growth.” The wide-ranging measures within the Bill are [...]

Government accepts all 58 recommendations of Phase 2 Grenfell report

Secretary of State for Housing Angela Rayner announced today that the Government accepts all of the 58 recommendations of the second phase of the Grenfell Tower inquiry, and that it would “take these forward,” including a new Regulator for the [...]

Over 100 new towns sites being considered by Ministry of Housing

Over 100 sites are under consideration by the Government for building new towns as part of its plan to build 1.5 million homes by 2029.  The Ministry of Housing has announced that the sites across the UK have “come forward [...]

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Open to alternatives

Kevan Woolf of Velfac questions whether the introduction of Part O to mitigate overheating means inward opening windows are the only solution. The recent introduction of Part O of the... View Article

Ground Broken at Danes Park New Milton

Pennyfarthing Homes broke ground recently at Danes Park in New Milton, marking the official start of construction for the major new residential development.  Directors of Pennyfarthing Homes welcomed Councillor Steve Davies,... View Article

Ambitious plans

Lawrence Turner of planning consultants Boyer discusses how the revised NPPF aims to meet Labour’s ambitious housing targets, from brownfield passports to grey belts. Following Angela Rayner’s promise in July... View Article
How to build greener homes

How to build greener homes

The climate crisis demands urgent action, explains Philippa Hoy of sustainability consultant Bioregional. She gives the case for the One Planet Living concept, and looks at how embracing sustainable design... View Article

Tide is high once again in Croydon

Europe’s tallest modular building yet, the 50-storey College Road residential scheme in Croydon, is Tide Construction’s second tower in the fast-growing borough, with over 1,700 units on a narrow, densely... View Article

Walton Homes celebrates award win

Leading local housebuilder Walton Homes is celebrating after one of its site managers received the Local Authority Building Control (LABC) Warranty’s prestigious Bricks Site Recognition Award for December 2024. Site... View Article
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Eaves detailing and ventilation

A roof eaves is the lowest area of a pitched roof and must shed all the water that the roof collects over its entire surface into the gutters. As such,... View Article

Revolutionising electrical installations

Scolmore Group is one of the UK’s leading electrical manufacturers and incorporates Click wiring accessories, Ovia lighting, ESP fire and security and Unicrimp cable accessory products. Scolmore Group has invested... View Article

Why would I need a Real Estate Lawyer?

The process can be complicated, filled with legal terminology, complex regulations, and potential challenges that may lead to significant financial and emotional stress. Finding reputable real estate lawyers can help... View Article
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