The Planning and Infrastructure Bill was set before Parliament this week, proposing wide-ranging changes to the planning system.
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Planning approvals fall to record low
A report from the HBF reveals that planning approvals in 2024 were the lowest in a decade.
House price growth remains solid
Two house price index reports are published this week, revealing a stable housing market.
Developers struggling to find housing association providers
A new report from Knight Frank highlights the struggles faced by developers in finding housing associations for Section 106 homes.
Rayner recommits to 1.5m new homes target
Angela Rayner recommits to the Government’s 1.5m target, and announces a boost to the Affordable Homes Programme.
Grey belt development will make no significant difference, says Lords
An inquiry into Labour’s grey belt policy finds that it will make a negligible impact on housing delivery.
House price growth softens at the start of 2025
House price indices from Nationwide and Zoopla show softening property value growth, but a boost in sales ahead of stamp duty changes.
Housing development falls in 2024, says Glenigan
Housing output falls in 2024, says Glenigan, but the market enjoys a strong start to the year.
CMA extends housebuilder competition investigation
The Competition and Markets Authority announces an extension into its investigation into seven firms, as a handful of developers post trading updates.
Planning permissions reach record lows
A report from the HBF has revealed a downward trend in planning permissions, as construction output contracts in December.
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