Housebuilding logjam looms

Article Abstract:

The introduction of new legislation governing the release of greenfield sites for housing developers in the UK could have a serious affect on the number of houses being built and therefore put into jepardy the government's housing policy. The new rules put the onus of councils to ensure brownfield sites are considered and used before allowing developers to build on greenfield sites. Industry experts believe the move will have a detrimental affect on housing stock and supply.

United Kingdom, Planning, Housing, Column, Housing policy, Land use

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Tinkering around the edges

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the report on the review of the compulsory purchase system are discussed. There were hopes that the report would make compulsory purchase easier, but the changes recommended are not felt to go far enough.

Legislative Bodies, National Legislative Bodies, Laws, regulations and rules, Reports, City planning, Urban planning, City planning and redevelopment law

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A new way to work

Article Abstract:

Traffic congestion is a common feature of business parks in the UK. Developers are facing stricter limits on parking space, and attention is now turning to the availability of good public transport links.

Location, Business parks

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