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City of York Core Strategy_preferred options (July 2009)
York aspires to be: a city of confident, creative and inclusive communities; economically prosperous at the forefront of innovation and change; and a world class centre for education; whilst preserving and enhancing its unique historic character and setting and fulfilling its role as a leading environmentally friendly city. The City of York Core Strategy Preferred Options, just published, sets out the key spatial policies that will determine the location of development for the city area up to 2030.
Expiry of Permissions - New Provisions (June 2009)
Greater flexibility for planning permissions: Consultation’ sets out the government’s proposals for changes to the planning system to allow the time limits for implementation of extant planning permissions to be extended and proposes a more proportionate approach to minor material amendments to development proposals once permission has been granted
London View Management Framework Draft Supplementary Guidance (June 2009)
Consultation on the revised London View Management Framework (LVMF) Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG)has been launched by the Mayor of London
Due Diligence (May 2009)
Due diligence, properly undertaken, should not only minimise investment risks but also identify opportunities for optimising further development potential and value from land and property assets
Planning Expertise for Insolvency Practioners (May 2009)
The imperative for banks, insolvency practitioners and asset managers to review and establish strategies for dealing with distressed property assets has increased considerably
Consultation on PPS4: Planning for Prosperous Economies (May 2009)
Consultation on a new Planning Policy Statement has been launched, which it in its final form would replace existing policy guidance on economic development, town centres, and some policies dealing with development in rural areas and transport. Responses to the document are invited until 28 July 2009.
A New Plan for London_Proposals for the Mayor's London Plan (May 2009)
Building on his paper ‘Planning for a Better London’ Boris Johnson has published his draft London Plan for initial consultation.
Looking After Our Town Centres (April 2009)
A mini-guide, Looking After Our Town Centres, has been launched by the Communities and Culture Secretaries recently in a bid to encourage creative ways to reduce the negative impact of empty shops on the high street.
Changes to Secretary of State Referral Requirements (April 2009)
The Town and Country Planning (Consultation) (England) Direction 2009 and its associated Circular 02/09 were published on 30 March 2009. This follows consultation on the changes in early 2008 and is part of the Government’s commitment to allowing local authorities greater autonomy in planning decision making.
Planning Tips for Asset Management - Market Research Review of Retail Parks (March 2009)
Market research can be used as an incisive tool to inform effective Asset Management Strategies for retail parks. Turley Associates has conducted market research for clients in a large number of towns and retail parks throughout the UK.
Planning Reform: Planning Application Consultation and Processing - Scotland (March 2009)
The Scottish Government’s planning reform agenda seeks to increase the level of community engagement. This Comment looks at the pre-application consultations, discussions and processing agreements and highlights the key aspects of the new Development Management arrangements.
Killian Pretty Review (March 2009)
Turley Associates has reviewed the Governments response, in March 2009, to the Killian Pretty Review, originally published in November 2008. The Review contains a series of recommendations to the Government for further reform of the planning system, to make it more proportionate and more effective.
Planning Tips for Asset Management - Amendments to Existing Permissions (Feb 2009)
This is one of a short series of notes about using planning to tune your property asset, whether already constructed or in the form of a planning permission, to give improved performance. This specifically looks at minor changes to existing permissions.
Planning Tips for Asset Management - Flexible Planning Permissions (Feb 2009)
In 1988 the General Permitted Development Order (GPDO) introduced a provision to give greater scope in the marketing of vacant premises. Effectively, what we know as the ‘Class E’ provision allows that where planning permission has been granted for two or more uses of the same set of premises within the same planning permission, then those uses can be switched backwards and forwards any number of times within the ten year period following the grant of permission.
Planning Tips for Asset Management - Expiry of Permissions (Feb 2009)
Since August 2005, the vast majority of planning permissions have been issued subject to the default three year time period for commencement. There are also still unimplemented permissions on 5 year commencement conditions dating from 2004 and 2005 which also demand close review. With fewer developments currently proceeding serious consideration needs to be given to preserving the benefit of these permissions for more conducive times.
Planning Reform Update - Northern Ireland (February 2009)
There has been much talk about planning reform in Northern Ireland over the last few years and a number of publications from DoE on the topic, but limited progress on speeding up decision making on planning applications.
Scottish Planning Reform 2009 (January 2009)
A series of regulations have been laid before the Scottish Parliament intended to modernise the Scottish planning system. Turley Associates will undertake workshops to explain what the reforms mean, and how development decisions and planning processes will be affected.
Planning and Energy Act 2008 (November 2008)
The new Planning and Energy Act builds upon the policies and priorities set out in the UK Climate Change Programme, the 2007 Energy White Paper, and the publication of the Planning and Climate Change Supplement to PPS1.
Scottish Town Centres and Retailing Updated (December 2008)
Retail planning techniques should be used in order to provide a clearer picture on the function and future role of town centres both individually and as a network of centres.
North West Plan (November 2008)
The final version of the North West Regional Spatial Strategy was published on 30th September 2008. The new plan identifies where new development should be directed and defines the region’s development needs over this period through a number of spatial and thematic policies.
Planning Act 2008 (November 2008)
The Planning Bill, which had its first reading in the Commons in November last year, has now been through all Parliamentary stages and with the final two Lords amendments resolved received Royal Assent on Wednesday 26th November.
Regional Spatial Strategies: Further increases in Midlands Housing Targets (October 2008)
The long term demand for more housing is as strong now as it has ever been, this Comment looks at what is happening in the West and East Midlands and what it could mean for housing growth in the regions over the next 20 years.
Amendments to EIA regulations (October 2008)
Whilst it has been a best practice point for several years, EIA can now formally be required at all stages of the planning process irrespective of whether an EIA has already been undertaken.
Regional Spatial Strategies: South West Proposed Changes (September 2008)
The Secretary of State’s Proposed Changes demonstrate the Government’s commitment to deliver housing in the South West. However, this Comment found no clear guidance on how the requirements for new employment and commercial development are to be delivered.
South East Plan - Secretary of State’s Proposed Changes (August 2008)
Proposed changed to the South East Plan include increased regional housing requirements, support for economic growth and renewable energy, and a Thames Basin Heath Special Protection Area. This Comment found overall strategy to be disjointed, limiting the scope for more radical changes.
Planning for a Better London (August 2008)
Mayor of London, Boris Johnson has produced a ‘direction of travel’ document, “Planning for a Better London”, to clarify the key areas he wishes to address in revising the London Plan.
Regional Spatial Strategies: East Midlands Proposed Changes (July 2008)
The Government is backing East Midlands growth with a variety of changes to the East Midlands Regional Spatial Strategy (RSS). This Comment highlights the changes, which include new housing proposals and a policy on Strategic Distribution (Logistics).
Sustainable Seas for All - Scotland's first marine bill (July 2008)
The Scottish Government has just published the Marine Bill, “Sustainable Seas for All” for consultation. This comment explores the new proposals.
Facing up to Housing and Regeneration Challenges (July 2008)
This Comment provides a summary review of documents published by the Government in relation to planning, housing and regeneration.
PPS6: Reassessing Town Centre Developments (July 2008)
The Government has launched its long awaited consultation on changes to Planning Policy Statement 6: Planning for Town Centres (PPS6). This Comment provides an overview of the key changes together with our view on the likely implications on retail development.
PPS12: Local Spatial Planning (June 2008)
Planning Policy Statement 12 (PPS12) replaces previous versions to set out the Government's policy on local spatial planning. This Comment looks at how this plays a central role in the overall task of place shaping and in the delivery of land uses and associated activities.
Draft Heritage Protection Bill (June 2008)
The Draft Heritage Protection Bill was published in February 2008 as the latest in a series of government publications considering the review of the heritage planning system.
Growth Agenda for Yorkshire and Humber (June 2008)
The final version of the new regional plan for Yorkshire and the Humber has been published. The new plan confirms the Governments’ growth agenda for the region.
Scotland's Development Plan (May 2008)
This consultation paper sought views on development plan examinations regulations as they will relate to proposed strategic development plans (SDPs) and local development plans (LDPs).
Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games (May 2008)
An outline of the current plans for the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, and who is involved. Setting out the procurement process and timeline to deliver the athletes ‘village’ in Dalmarnock.
Funding Infrastructure (May 2008)
The Government has committed to building more homes through a package of measures to reform the planning system and deliver increased investment in infrastructure, supporting sustainable housing growth. This Comment charts the debate.
Competition Commission - Future Food Stores (May 2008)
Competition is to be a material consideration in deciding planning applications for new food stores. This paper covers findings of the final report into the Competition Commission’s investigation into the grocery market and sets out the potential tests that could be placed on the market.
Planning and Climate Change (April 2008)
This Comment discusses the PPS on Planning and Climate Change that was released in its final version on 17th December 2007. The PPS emphasises the importance of the planning system in delivering sustainable development and responding to climate change, and advocates the use of renewables and low-carbon energy in reducing carbon emissions.
Linking Economic Performance (April 2008)
There is increasing political momentum on improving economic performance and spatial planning. This paper reviews PPS 4 (consultation), City Development Companies and the creation of an economic masterplan by Creative Sheffield.
Proposed Changes to Glasgow City Plan 2 (March 2008)
This comment summarises the recently published report on Representations and Proposed Changes to Glasgow City Plan 2. Covering new energy, tall buildings and open space policy's, as well as other policy changes.
Increased Planning Application Fees in England (March 2008)
Details of the forthcoming increase in Planning Application Fees after 6 April 2008.
Regional Spatial Strategies: West Midlands (March 2008)
The theme of sustainable development and climate change has been placed at the heart of the RSS. This paper covers Urban Renaissance, housing, employment land requirements and town and city centre developments in the West Midlands.
Regional Spatial Strategies: More Homes for the North East (February 2008)
Further Proposed Changes to RSS for North East have been published by the Secretary of State for consultation. This paper covers housing provision, housing distribution, phasing and delivery of housing, employment land provision and Prestige Employment Sites which are re-named as Key Employment Locations.
Scottish Town Centres and Retailing (February 2008)
Retail planning techniques should be used in order to provide a clearer picture on the function and future role of town centres both individually and as a network of centres.
PPS4: Planning for Sustainable Economic Development (January 2008)
This new PPS encourages a wide understanding of the needs of business in the planning environment. Key policy objectives include raising productivity, maximising job opportunities, reducing regional differences and tackling deprivation.
Regional Spatial Strategies: Timetable Review (October 2007)
Snapshot of Regional Spatial Strategy (RSS) drafting process, current status and selected issues arising in each of the English regions.
Regional Spatial Strategies: Yorks and Humberside (October 2007)
The proposed changes to the RSS for Yorkshire and Humber follow on the publication of the Examination in Public Panel Report in May 2007, and is the penultimate stage in the preparation process.
City Development Companies (October 2007)
The benefits of efficient spatial planning are seen to be vital in supporting economic development. This briefing note outlines the role and function of the Government proposed City Development Companies as potential vehicles for promoting economic growth and regeneration across English cities and city-regions.
Retail Planning - Back to the future? (October 2007)
The Town Centres First policy is paying dividends as new schemes are set to open across the UK.
Regional Spatial Strategies: South East (August 2007)
The publication of the Panel’s Report on the 29 August 2007 represents a key stage in the production of a Regional Spatial Strategy (RSS) for the South East Region.
Homes for the Future (July 2007)
“Homes for the Future: More Affordable, More Sustainable” outlines the Government’s plans to substantially increase the supply of new homes in the period to 2020.
Planning Process Agreements (July 2007)
The time taken by local authorities to process planning applications is a frequent source of frustration, cost and delay for developers. The use of statutory decision periods and performance targets linked to national audit and Government funding incentives has had some effect in recent years.
Planning for a Sustainable Future - Planning White Paper (May 2007)
“Planning for a Sustainable Future”, the White Paper on further reforms to the planning system in England was published in May 2007. This sets out the proposals for further reform to the planning system and concentrates on how major, nationally significant, infrastructure projects should be delivered.
PPS3: Planning for New Housing (November 2006)
The Government has published a suite of documents setting out the proposals for planning for housing. This is in response to the view that there is shortage of land available for housing, which impacts on broader economic and social policy objectives.
Environmental Assessments (September 2006)
This briefing paper outlines the circumstances where an Environmental Assessment may now be required with reserved matters applications.
Design and Access Statements (July 2006)
Comments on Design and Access Statements accompanying applications when applying for both outline and full planning permission. These statements explain the design principles, concepts and processes that inform a development.
Planning Control of Mezzanines (April 2006)
New legislation restricts the expansion of out-of-town retail floorspace.
Planning for Housing Provision (July 2005)
Comments on proposed PGS as a source of finance released from the land value created by the planning process. This is to assist financing of infrastructure to support new housing and growth.
PPS1: Delivering Sustainable Development (February 2005)
PPS1 sets out the overarching planning policies on the delivery of sustainable development through the planning system. The aim is to deliver high levels of employment, social inclusion, sustainable communities, and personal well-being.