Residential property
Planning Reforms – A step forward or a democratic setback?
The government’s latest planning reforms, announced on 10 March, mark another significant shift in the way we approach development in the UK.
Residential development land: Which is best – an Option Agreement or Promotion Agreement?
When considering development opportunities for residential land, landowners are often presented with two primary means of taking development forwards. Either through an Option Agreement with the developer, or a Promotion Agreement.
Which land disposal method is best for Local Authorities?
Since 2021, six Local Authorities in England have been declared bankrupt and, with one in four councils expected to apply for bailout agreements to stave off bankruptcy in the next two financial years, Local Authority purse strings have never been tighter.
Residential property investment market set to improve in 2025 as Build-to-Rent thrives
Over the past 15 years, the UK’s residential investment market or Private Rented Sector (PRS) has shifted significantly, moving from net acquisition to net disposal of residential investment stock.
Balancing the town centre apartment development equation
As urban living continues to appeal to professionals, students and downsizers, the development of town centre apartments remains an attractive proposition.
Investor Briefing: Renters’ Rights Bill 2024
The Renters’ Rights Bill 2024 is a transformative piece of legislation aimed at reshaping the private rented sector (PRS) in England.
Residential Property Market Winter Update 2024
In October, Halifax announced that house prices had reached record highs. With buyer enquiries up by 14% according to the RICS Residential Market Survey, and the Bank of England cutting interest rates for the second time this year, there are positive green shoots for the residential market, as Head of Residential Property Gary Jeffries, explores.
Understanding Financial Viability Assessments (FVAs): A Guide for Housing Developers
Developers In property development, financial viability is a cornerstone concept, influencing decisions across every stage of a project.
NPPF reform and the unintended consequences on housing supply
Following on from the “disruptive” changes made in December 2023 to the NPPF which were dubbed by the new Labour Government as “detrimental to housing supply”, consultation on proposed reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) has now closed (24 September).
New Government announces raft of planning changes
In a speech delivered this morning, Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlined seven key policies aimed at relaxing planning rules and promoting development.
Will the next government deliver on planning pledges?
Planning challenges remain some of the biggest hurdles to development in the UK.
