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Cheshire West opens call for sites until 6th November
Land missing from the council’s existing site map can be submitted for assessment, with the new Local Plan still being prepared.
Alfold homes: 70 allowed with sewerage safeguards
Up to 70 homes gain outline permission west of Loxwood Road, with drainage safeguards and both developer costs claims refused.
Newry hair salon wins appeal after parental leave pause
Historic business records persuaded a Northern Ireland Commissioner that a hairdressing use remained lawful despite a break for maternity and parental leave.
Westham homes: 250 allowed and partial costs against council
The East Sussex scheme includes 35% affordable housing, while detailed design, drainage and flood management still require further approval.
Glyndŵr National Park faces rejection, with views invited
Welsh Ministers invite further evidence by 11th November before a final decision on the proposed park and public inquiry.
Cheshunt homes: appeal allows 93 for older residents
Anchor wins permission for 93 affordable homes on a former playing field, with age restrictions and detailed construction conditions.
Grove Farm appeal allows barn link beside listed home
A Condover barn conversion and glazed link win two appeals, with conditions keeping the additional accommodation tied to the listed farmhouse.
Stonehouse homes: up to 635 approved with housing safeguard
Outline permission allows housing, a primary school and recreation facilities, with detailed approvals and infrastructure requirements still to follow.
Flood Performance Certificates to be piloted in England
England’s planned trials will test property-level flood information, while a separate proposal explores verification of resilience measures in new homes.
Kilkeney Inn appeal allows five homes after viability test
An inspector allows four homes in the former pub and a separate bungalow, following additional viability evidence and revised plans.
Luton HMO appeal allows seventh bedroom, but costs refused
An existing six-person shared house can add one resident after an inspector rejected housing-mix and noise objections, but refused appeal costs.
Ballyclare homeworking appeal allows garden hairdressing
A garden room used mainly as an office and family den wins a lawful-use appeal, with hairdressing kept secondary to the home.
Peak District housing error opens fresh policy consultation
An affordable-housing wording error has triggered a targeted consultation on the national park’s draft local plan, closing on 10th November.
Guiseley homes win Green Belt appeal, but costs refused
Three homes at Rei House Stables win permission in principle, with detailed approval still needed and no award of appeal costs.
Housing reform report calls for freeze and national service
Prosper UK’s commission proposes changes to development costs and major application decisions, while applicants still need to follow current requirements.
Planning responses: Environment Agency reports faster advice
New English performance figures distinguish replies within 21 days from agreed extensions, with practical implications for applicants awaiting environmental advice.
Camden Local Plan changes open for views until November
Residents can comment on proposed policy changes before the Inspector reports and Camden Council decides whether to adopt its new plan.
Damp repairs: Scottish advice questions gaps and quality
Independent advisers want Scottish ministers to examine accommodation gaps and repair quality, while landlords must follow the damp and mould rules already in force.
Flood forecasting proposed for Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland’s proposed service still needs approvals. Earlier flood information could aid preparedness, while property owners must assess their existing risks.
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