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Ortus Architecture & Planning – headline sponsor of the Property Development Forum – scoops “Highly Commended” Award.
Ortus, headline sponsor of the PDF, have scooped the ‘Highly Commended’ Award at the recent Michelmores Property Awards for their Supported Living accommodation project at Merrivale Road in Plymouth.
Do I need Listed Building Consent, and will it be granted?
This overview summarises the key considerations on when Listed Building Consent is required and what works are likely to receive approval. These basic tips should help you to understand the process and considerations to minimise any issues in gaining consent.
JCT Design & Build Contract 2024 released: A summary guide for Employers and Contractors by Laura Reeve of Ashfords.
Sian Barrett and her team at Ashfords LLP have been eagerly awaiting the release of JCT 2024. The attached article summarises the changes to JCT Design & Build Contract 2024
Quintet Construction Management recovers failing projects the ‘Low Risk’ way – here’s how.
This year Quintet Construction Management Ltd has had to step in and save two failed main contractor projects. Both projects are high end residential builds and 60% complete. Why the
The Defective Premises Act 1972 – what all those involved in the design, construction and refurbishment of new and existing homes need to know.
The Defective Premises Act 1972 is a relatively short piece of legislation. However, its importance should not be overlooked when considering residential building works, whether ‘new build’ properties or refurbishment
PERMITTED DEVELOPMENT – CONVERTING HOTELS TO RESIDENTIAL
There was an audible buzz, around the proposed changes to the permitted development regulations, potentially allowing the conversion of Hotels (C1) to residential use (C3). We got drawn into this
Landlords; Beware disrepair!
Landlords, you could be at risk of a housing disrepair claim or delays in obtaining possession if your residential tenant has reported issues of disrepair to you, given you sufficient
Refurbishment Buy To Let.
Bridging finance for property refurbishments and buy to let mortgages are finance options commonly heard in the property world with many lenders offering both as individual products. However, there are
Planning reform round up.
Article by Jonathan Finch of Avalon Planning and Heritage. Following the ascension of the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act on 26th October 2023 and indeed since the last PDF Plymouth