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🏗️ Is the 2024 #NPPF update a step forward—or just more red tape for #developers? As we await the new National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) updates, developers are left wondering: Will this actually help unlock land and hit housing targets, or are we in for more delays and bureaucracy? 🔍 The key changes aim to: - Solve the housing supply crisis (but will they really unlock land?) - Push for sustainability, adding even more cost and complexity - Emphasize good design and infrastructure, but at what price? - Potentially delay planning applications even further But for me, this is not what we need to really tackle the housing crisis and supply deficits. These updates feel like more barriers rather than solutions to the real issue: delivering housing quickly, affordably, and at scale. The real question is: Will local authorities rise to the occasion and lead development like they did decades ago, or are we setting ourselves up for more headaches? What’s your take on the new NPPF updates? #PropertyDevelopment #NPPF #PlanningReform #UKHousing #Sustainability #RealEstate

Dive into our latest blog to discover how the proposed NPPF reforms from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government are set to alter the development landscape of housing, sustainability, and economic growth. Read more from Anthony James Cooper here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eQZ_dRQp #UrbanDevelopment #NPPFReforms #SustainableHousing

Thanks to Landmark Chambers for an interesting conference yesterday, with key speaker Matthew Pennycook (Housing Minister) discussing a busy first 104 days in Government! Lots of mention of 'transitional arrangements' and 'interim position', but a clear message that he is fully aware of the challenge ahead in terms of reforming the planning system and that "we need to throw everything at it". Lots to look forward to I feel when we see the results of the NPPF consultation, whilst we also have the new Planning & Infrastructure Bill to look forward to next year... #planning #planningreform #regeneration #NPPF #planningpotential

The government has made clear its commitment to getting new homes built 🏡 to address the housing crisis 🏘️ and surveys show that growing numbers of people are on-side with the idea of new developments. 📈 But, it will be challenging. Only 114,000 new homes were built in the first half of 2024 in England and Wales, 11% fewer than the same period of 2022, according to DLUHC. 📉 Indeed the NHBC, who log completions in a different way, suggest that the rate of new home delivery will need to more than double if we are to deliver 1.5 million homes over the next five years. 🚧 The urgency to reverse any downward trend is clear and much hope is hanging on the Planning and Infrastructure Bill to create a more efficient and better-funded planning process. 🏗️ The government has also announced new home-buyer incentives alongside the planning changes, as well as infrastructure investment in power grids, water supply, and roads – all of which should oil the wheels of new home-building. 🏠🔋🚰🛣️ Source: Dataloft by PriceHubbleNHBC, DLUHC, Number of Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) for new dwellings lodged on the Register in England and Wales. July 2024 #HousingCrisis #NewHomes #PlanningBill #InfrastructureInvestment #HomeBuyerIncentives #UKHousing #kw #kww #KWUK #whereentrepreneursthrive

As we head into 2025, big changes are on the horizon for the UK property market! From potential interest rate cuts to major government interventions addressing housing affordability and sustainability, here are the key developments shaping the market: https://ow.ly/oH5b50Uhuh7 #UKProperty #PropertyInvestment #DevelopmentFinance #BridgingLoans #Sustainability

Can the Scottish Government's New Housing Hub Deliver on Housing? The Scottish Government's new Housing Hub is a promising move amid Scotland’s ongoing housing crisis. But as we await analysis of today’s Scottish Budget, a crucial question arises: will funding match the ambition? The Hub aims to tackle barriers posed by NPF4’s Policy 16, which prioritises allocated sites. Many of these sites remain stalled due to challenges such as infrastructure deficits, contamination and ownership complexities. While the Hub offers much-needed expertise to streamline planning and unlock sites, technical fixes alone won’t deliver homes. What’s needed is targeted funding. Today’s budget announcement may provide insight into whether the Scottish Government will step up with the necessary financial commitment. Investment in infrastructure, decontamination, and incentives for developers could make a significant difference. Without these resources, even the best planning reforms risk falling short. The Hub is a strong foundation for improving housing delivery in Scotland. But if the government aligns its fiscal priorities with planning reforms, this could be the game-changer Scotland needs. Housing delivery demands bold action—let’s hope today’s budget reflects that. #ScotlandPlanning #NPF4 #HousingDelivery #ScottishGovernment #InfrastructureDelivery

Queensland Treasury Corporation's (QTC) Chief Economist, Michael Anthonisz today presented to Council on current global and domestic economic conditions. QTC is the central financing authority for the Queensland Government as well as all the state’s local Governments. It provides funding and other financial services for the State, making this an important information session at the start of Council’s new term. Key takeaways include that for the national economy a better balance between demand and supply has been emerging with this leading to moderating inflation. In terms of infrastructure construction, while there has been some easing in shortages of materials and labour, this is a gradual progression and it will take time for further improvement to become apparent. Strong population growth however underpins the need for infrastructure spending. Infrastructure continues to be a priority for City of Moreton Bay to ensure to a positive and thriving future for residents.

The government has made clear its commitment to getting new homes built to address the housing crisis and surveys show that growing numbers of people are on-side with the idea of new developments. But, it will be challenging. Only 114,000 new homes were built in the first half of 2024 in England and Wales, 11% fewer than the same period of 2022, according to DLUHC. Indeed the NHBC, who log completions in a different way, suggest that the rate of new home delivery will need to more than double if we are to deliver 1.5 million homes over the next five years. The urgency to reverse any downward trend is clear and much hope is hanging on the Planning and Infrastructure Bill to create a more efficient and better-funded planning process. The government has also announced new home-buyer incentives alongside the planning changes, as well as infrastructure investment in power grids, water supply, and roads – all of which should oil the wheels of new home-building. Source: Dataloft by PriceHubbleNHBC, DLUHC, Number of Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) for new dwellings lodged on the Register in England and Wales. July 2024 #HousingCrisis #NewHomes #HousingDevelopment #UKHousing #Construction #GovernmentInitiatives #PlanningBill #InfrastructureInvestment #HomeBuyerIncentives #EPC #HousingStatistics #UrbanDevelopment #RealEstate #BuildingTheFuture #SustainableHousing

As a guest writer for CoStar UK, James Wickham set out what the Labour government should be considering with its proposed changes to the National Planning Policy Framework. Understandably, housing has taken centre stage in this discussion but making sure commercial development meets the needs of a modern economy is also emphasised. And the question of redeveloping preexisting buildings sustainably should be answered too. Access to reliable and accurate tools to make broad carbon assessments will be essential when making decisions on the development of brownfield sites. Read James’ article in full here: https://okt.to/Qm6ysw

The government has made clear its commitment to getting new homes built to address the housing crisis and surveys show that growing numbers of people are on-side with the idea of new developments. But, it will be challenging. Only 114,000 new homes were built in the first half of 2024 in England and Wales, 11% fewer than the same period of 2022, according to DLUHC. Indeed the NHBC, who log completions in a different way, suggest that the rate of new home delivery will need to more than double if we are to deliver 1.5 million homes over the next five years. The urgency to reverse any downward trend is clear and much hope is hanging on the Planning and Infrastructure Bill to create a more efficient and better-funded planning process. The government has also announced new home-buyer incentives alongside the planning changes, as well as infrastructure investment in power grids, water supply, and roads – all of which should oil the wheels of new home-building. Source: Dataloft by PriceHubble, NHBC, DLUHC, Number of Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) for new dwellings lodged on the Register in England and Wales. July 2024 #basingstoke #belvoirbasingstoke