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Getting a planning permit approved can be a challenging process that can even test the patience of the most tenacious. Unfortunately, it's not the only permit you'll need before starting work on your new development. Once your planning permit has been issued, you also...
The term 'planning permit' might conjure images of daunting paperwork and labyrinthine bureaucracy. In truth, while obtaining a planning permit is a detail-oriented process, understanding its components demystifies the task. Below we break down a planning permit and...
Whether you're building a small home office atop your garage, 20 new homes in a residential expansion, or an apartment or office block, one constant remains: the need for planning permission and construction permits. Some small projects might not need planning...
If you've never had to apply for a building permit before, the process can seem complex. While approval can take time, the process itself is relatively simple. What complicates matters is specific requirements for building permits that can vary considerably between...
Infill property developments are constructed on empty or underutilised land in built-up and urban areas. Developing property on infill land benefits the local economy and preserves nature and our agricultural land by preventing urban sprawl. There are many reasons to...
Brownfield sites are tracts of land which were previously developed but are no longer in use. These sites have typically been used for commercial or industrial developments, and they may have existing structures, and in some cases, the ground is contaminated. It could...
Finding the right brownfield development site is integral to the success of your property development project. Brownfield sites are land that has previously been developed but is no longer in use. These developments are commercial or industrial properties which may...
What is Overshadowing and How Does It Impact Building Designs? Overshadowing can be a real problem for communities and property developers. Here’s how you can avoid it. How would you feel if your house is suddenly overshadowed by a huge building? Would it be...
How to Find Off-Market Development Sites Finding off-market property sites is a great way to evade the fierce competition in the property market. In this article, we’ll talk about how you can find off-market opportunities easier. Among the biggest challenges for...
Infill development sites are commonly described as land in urban areas which is underutilised or simply vacant. Often these sites fall in less coveted locations. However, they remain valuable to the local community and property developers with foresight. To fight...
What Is an Infill Development Site? Finding the perfect development site requires foresight and flexibility. You may not find the exact site you had in mind but knowing how you can work with different types of development sites will put you in good stead. A different...
What Is a Greenfield Development? Finding development opportunities is the first stage of any project. It’s exciting, and it sets the scene for the work ahead. There are many helpful industry terms and jargon you may want to familiarise yourself with. Greenfields...
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