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Planning Application Fees 2026: New Fees From December and Another Rise in April 2027
01/09/2026

Planning Application Fees 2026: New Fees From December and Another Rise in April 2027

Planning application fees in England are set to increase from 8 December 2026, with another inflation-linked rise due on 1 April 2027….

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25/08/2026

Revealed: the New Planning Rules Bite Hardest in the South East, Not the North

Analysis of Government data published alongside the new National Planning Policy Framework finds that 93 English local planning authorities recorded a Housing…

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What Is the Difference Between Planning Permission and an HMO Licence?
05/08/2026

What Is the Difference Between Planning Permission and an HMO Licence?

  Many landlords assume that once they have obtained an HMO licence, they automatically have permission to operate the property as a…

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28/07/2026

Planning Permission vs Dropped Kerb Licence: What’s the Difference?

  Planning permission and dropped kerb licences are often confused, yet they are two completely separate approvals. Many homeowners, property buyers, developers…

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16/07/2026

Could the New Grey Belt Rules Unlock Development on Your Land?

Introduction If you’ve previously been told that your land has little chance of development because it falls within the Green Belt, recent…

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The Hidden Planning Risks Buyers Miss Before Purchasing a Property
15/07/2026

The Hidden Planning Risks Buyers Miss Before Purchasing a Property

Buying a property is one of the biggest financial commitments most people will ever make. Whether you’re purchasing a family home, an…

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