Faster Planning Appeals

Faster Planning Appeals

Introduction In this blog post, we discuss the Government’s proposals to reform the written representation planning appeals procedure to make these appeals faster On 25th June 2025 the Government published a press release and guidance (which can be accessed at the links below) discussing proposed changes to the written representations…

Speeding Up Build Out

Speeding Up Build Out

Introduction In this blog post, we discuss the Government’s latest proposals to speed up build out rates for development On 25th May 2025 the Government published its technical consultation entitled ‘implementing measures to improve Build Out transparency’. This is accompanied by a planning reform working paper entitled ‘Speeding Up Build…

Section 106 Agreements and Community Infrastructure Levy: Recent Practical Developments

Section 106 Agreements and Community Infrastructure Levy: Recent Practical Developments

Introduction In this blog post, we discuss some recent practical developments concerning the publication of Section 106 agreements and Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) appeals determined by the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) Publication of Section 106 agreements There has long been a legal duty placed on Local Planning Authorities (LPAs) under Article…