Construction, Development and Planning
Embedding Sustainable and Eco-friendly Design in Residential Property Development.
The push towards net zero carbon emissions and carbon neutral buildings is growing. Developers are focusing on constructing or retrofitting properties to…
Do You Object to a Neighbour’s Development Plans? Consult a Solicitor
If a neighbour has been granted planning permission for a development to which you object, you would be forgiven for thinking that…
Cladding Support
Patents reward originality, and inventions that are obvious developments on pre-existing designs……
Determined DIY Builders Score Important Victory Over HMRC
You may understandably feel overawed by the might of the tax authorities but, with the law on your side, the balance of…
Are You a Pandemic Home Worker? Do You Need Planning Permission?
Vast numbers of people have been prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic to take up working or running businesses from home – but…
High Court Detects Apparent Bias in Residential Planning Decision
Justice should not only be done but should be seen to be done. That phrase may be somewhat hackneyed but, as a…
Court Upholds Planning Consent for Heliport Close to Fuel Storage Depots
Few human activities are entirely risk free but, when deciding whether to authorise potentially hazardous developments…
Homeowner Pays Price for Unauthorised Subterranean Leisure Development
Judges play a crucial enforcement role in the planning process and those who fail to comply with their orders can expect stern…
Embarking on a Property Development? Consulting a Solicitor is Step One
Before embarking on any form of property development it is absolutely vital to seek a lawyer’s confirmation that you are entitled to proceed…