All Planning articles – Page 35
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NewsRiba urges architects to get involved with localism
The Riba has welcomed the publication of the government’s localism bill and is urging architects to become involved with the creation of neighbourhood plans.
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NewsIndustry meets localism bill with concerns
The property industry has broadly welcomed the localism bill, introduced yesterday by communities secretary Eric Pickles, but concerns remain over details of its implementation.
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NewsLocalism bill sparks development fears
Fears over the quality of new developments have been expressed by Britain’s foremost planning body on the eve of the introduction of the localism bill.
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Building StudyRainham: Design for London’s projects near fruition
This east London outpost is home to a projects by architects including Alison Brooks, East and Maccreanor Lavington
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NewsCabe chairman attacks coalition's Localism policy
The chairman of Cabe, Paul Finch, has launched a scathing attack on the government’s plans to reform the planning system through localism.
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NewsMcAslan-led panel voices concerns over Iranian embassy
John McAslan said he is “deeply concerned” over plans for the new Iranian embassy proposed by Austrian firm Daneshgar Architects in Kensington, London.
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NewsScottish Government asked to step in over controversial Edinburgh scheme
The Scottish Government has been asked to investigate the involvement of the country’s chief planner in a £1 billion development on the edge of Edinburgh.
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NewsCouncil admits failure in Elephant & Castle
Heygate residents have lost out to a series of cancellations and delays
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AnalysisWill the coalition’s focus on localism stitch up the planning process?
As the government’s regional planning strategy emerges, fears grow that a patchwork consultation system could prove a nightmare for architects
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NewsPrince Charles speaks about Chelsea Barracks controversy
Prince Charles has broken his silence over his controversial meddling in Rogers Stirk Harbour’s £3 billion Chelsea Barracks development, admitting his intervention “produced the desired effect”.
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NewsBirmingham reveals Big City Plan
Birmingham City Council today set out ambitious plans that will guide the redevelopment of the city centre over the next 20 years.
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NewsShapps to make community right-to-build schemes easier
Housing minister Grant Shapps has lowered the proposed approval threshold for community right-to-build schemes from 90% to 75% following pressure from the public.
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NewsDevon council's spoof video promotes development framework
East Devon District Council has launched a spoof video to encourage broader interest in the consultation process for its Local Development Framework.
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NewsPowell Dobson house spared in planning row
A controversial £2 million eco-home in Wales by Powell Dobson has been spared from the bulldozers after a heated two-year planning row.
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NewsCity of London to charge for pre-application meetings
The City of London is to begin charging developers for pre-application meetings.
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NewsRIBA joins alliance against coalition planning policies
The RIBA has joined a group of 29 national bodies in an unusual alliance against the coalition government’s proposed planning policies.
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NewsUK's largest planning application approved for Liverpool's Wirral Waters
Wirral Planning Committee has granted permission for the UK’s largest planning application – the £4.5 billion Wirral Waters scheme in Liverpool.
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News96% of planning officers support design review panels, Cabe survey says
Local planning officers have given their resounding backing to the work of design review panels, according to a survey by Cabe.
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NewsBoris Johnson publishes new London views guidance
London mayor Boris Johnson has published planning guidance for developers telling them where they can build in the capital without spoiling protected views.
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NewsPlanners told to ease the way for free schools
Communities secretary Eric Pickles has revealed further details of the government’s plans to make the planning process friendlier to free schools