http://support.planningportal.gov.uk/planningnewsfeed en Portal Director - Planning News - http://support.planningportal.gov.uk/planningnewsfeed http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/lettercontractingout http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/lettercontractingout Letter to local planning authorities regarding the Local Authorities (Contracting Out of Community Infrastructure Levy Functions) Order 2011 made on 6 December 2011 which came into force on 7 December 2011. (continues...) Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:41:36 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/riskassessmentsummary http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/riskassessmentsummary This summary report covers the development of a risk assessment decision making tool (including testing and piloting) for building control, to assist in determining what to inspect and at what stage for different building projects. (continues...) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:21:55 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/riskassessmentguidance http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/riskassessmentguidance This document sets out a risk assessment approach that can be used by both local authority and Approved Inspector Building Control Bodies (BCBs) for when developing service schedules for the inspection of building work. (continues...) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:21:54 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/warrantylinkrulereport http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/warrantylinkrulereport Results of a research project into the operation of the Warranty Link Rule including a review of the contaminated land remediation cover criterion. (continues...) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:21:23 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/partsaandcreport http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/partsaandcreport This report looks at a number of changes to Approved Document guidance associated to the introduction of Eurocodes, to Radon, and with general updating of Approved Documents A and C. (continues...) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:20:51 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/changespartmia79 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/changespartmia79 This Impact Assessment sets out proposed changes to the way in which applicants demonstrate compliance with Part M of the Building Regulations and provides an analysis of associated costs and benefits. (continues...) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:41:45 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/mappingbuildingcontrol http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/mappingbuildingcontrol Results of a research project to map the interfaces between Building Control and other regulatory regimes in the context of domestic and non-domestic construction projects. (continues...) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:33:09 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/economicanalyticalsupport http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/economicanalyticalsupport This report sets out the analytical and economic research to inform the Department's analysis of options and recommendations on future changes to the building regulations. (continues...) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:31:38 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/freestandingmasonrywalls http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/freestandingmasonrywalls This research report provides an informed assessment of the safety risks associated with the construction of freestanding masonry boundary walls and to provide a cost-benefit assessment of this risk. (continues...) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:20:26 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/changestopartpia84 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/changestopartpia84 This Impact Assessment sets out the proposed changes to Part P of the Building Regulations and provides an analysis of the associated costs and benefits. (continues...) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:01:25 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/changespartlia http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/changespartlia This Impact Assessment sets out the proposed changes to Part L of the Building Regulations and provides an analysis of the associated costs and benefits. (continues...) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:54:36 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/changespartbia83 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/changespartbia83 This Impact Assessment sets out proposed changes to the way in which applicants demonstrate compliance with Part B of the Building Regulations and provides an analysis of associated costs and benefits. (continues...) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:53:05 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/2077973 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/2077973 Zero-Carbon Homes are a step closer after new proposals were announced to cut carbon emissions in new and existing buildings by Communities Minister Andrew Stunell. (continues...) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:09:49 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/brconsultationsection4 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/brconsultationsection4 This publication relates to the 2012 Building Regulations Consultation, Section four, proposals on the building control system. (continues...) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:00:35 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/brconsultationsection3 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/brconsultationsection3 This consultation paper sets out detailed proposals on Part P, and is Section three of four, relating to the 2012 Building Regulations consultation exercise. (continues...) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:00:35 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/brconsultationsection2 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/brconsultationsection2 This publication relates to the 2012 Building Regulations Consultation Section two proposals on Part L (Conservation of fuel and power). (continues...) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:00:35 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/brconsultationsection1 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/brconsultationsection1 This publication relates to the 2012 Building Regulations Consultation Section one proposals on Parts A, B, C, K, M and N, Access Statements, security, Changing Places toilet and Regulation 7. (continues...) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:00:35 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/2061166 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/2061166 Communities Minister Andrew Stunell today (7 January 2012) announced the successful bids for £60 million of funding that will provide hundreds of new authorised pitches as well as better facilities for travellers on official sites. (continues...) Sat, 07 Jan 2012 10:00:00 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/liberalisingregimeflags http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/liberalisingregimeflags This discussion paper sets out proposals for possible change to secondary legislation that would streamline the planning regulations that apply to flag-flying. The aim is to find a way of preserving and encouraging valued flag-flying traditions. (continues...) Fri, 06 Jan 2012 14:06:50 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/divletterequalitiesact http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/divletterequalitiesact This letter clarifies for building control bodies the relationship between the Equality Act 2010 and Part M (Access to and use of buildings) of the Building Regulations 2010. (continues...) Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:38:59 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/2057665 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/2057665 Thousands of desperately needed homes will be built across the country thanks to a £420 million fund to unlock stalled sites and get Britain building again in 2012, Housing Minister Grant Shapps said today. (continues...) Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:02:05 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/newsstories/planningandbuilding/2051415 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/newsstories/planningandbuilding/2051415 A new national construction centre will provide thousands of young people with the building skills they need to refurbish the nation's homes so they become greener and cheaper to run, Communities Minister Andrew Stunell has announced . (continues...) Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:17:01 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/2082948 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/2082948 Andrew Stunell has announced the restructuring of the Department's Voluntary and Community Sector Partnership Board to take on new members drawn from the voluntary sector, including grassroots organisations, innovators and local authorities. (continues...) Tue, 13 Dec 2011 11:00:00 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/planningandbuilding/planningsystem/transitionplanningact/ http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/planningandbuilding/planningsystem/transitionplanningact/ On 15 November 2011 the Localism Act 2011 received Royal Assent. The Government thinks it now appropriate to give a clearer outline of its plans to ensure that major infrastructure cases transfer seamlessly from the IPC to the Planning Inspectorate. (continues...) Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:15:39 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/newsstories/planningandbuilding/2041713 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/newsstories/planningandbuilding/2041713 Communities came together on Monday 28 November 2011 to discuss how new planning powers are allowing them to shape the look and feel of their neighbourhoods. (continues...) Thu, 01 Dec 2011 14:17:06 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/multimedia/planningandbuilding/2041710 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/multimedia/planningandbuilding/2041710 Communities came together on Monday 28 November 2011 to discuss how new planning powers are allowing them to shape the look and feel of their neighbourhoods. (continues...) Thu, 01 Dec 2011 11:55:49 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/updatedomesticenergy http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/updatedomesticenergy This document describes the major changes that are being made to the content and format of the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) for domestic buildings. Published 29 November 2011. (continues...) Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:16:08 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/2030130 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/2030130 An era of Whitehall control ends with a historic shift in power back to local people, as the Localism Bill becomes law. (continues...) Wed, 16 Nov 2011 10:36:44 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/determination007001007 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/determination007001007 Decision letter from the Secretary of State detailing the determination of compliance with requirement B5 in respect of the erection of four two-storey houses. (Ref: SB/007/001/007). (continues...) Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:57:27 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/revocationswrss http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/revocationswrss The regional strategy whose revocation is proposed is the Regional Planning Guidance for the South West (RPG 10), published in September 2001. (continues...) Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:43:56 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/revocationemrss http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/revocationemrss The regional strategy whose revocation is proposed is the East Midlands Regional Plan (RSS8), published in March 2009. (continues...) Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:43:56 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/revocationnerss http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/revocationnerss The regional strategy whose revocation is proposed is the North East of England Regional Spatial Strategy to 2021, published in July 2008. (continues...) Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:43:56 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/revocationeerss http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/revocationeerss The regional strategy whose revocation is proposed is the East of England Plan, published in May 2008. (continues...) Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:43:56 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/determination007001005 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/determination007001005 Decision letter from the Secretary of State detailing the determination of compliance with requirement B1 in respect of a roof/loft conversion. (Ref: SB/007/001/005). (continues...) Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:16:26 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/appeal007002006 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/appeal007002006 Decision letter from the Secretary of State regarding an Appeal against refusal by the council to relax requirement B1, in respect of the erection of four, four storey, houses. (Ref: SB/007/002/006). (continues...) Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:11:53 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/appeal007002007 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/appeal007002007 Decision letter from the Secretary of State regarding an appeal against refusal by the council to relax requirement M1 in respect of the construction of lobbies as part of a new mansard storey comprising six self-contained flats. (continues...) Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:11:06 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/2012247 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/2012247 Pressure to build on the Green Belt is being removed with the revocation of Regional Plans according to environmental assessments published today. (continues...) Thu, 20 Oct 2011 09:00:00 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/newsstories/planningandbuilding/2008605 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/newsstories/planningandbuilding/2008605 Environment Minister Richard Benyon and Planning Minister Bob Neill have launched the Green Infrastructure Partnership, which will support the development of green networks in urban areas. (continues...) Fri, 14 Oct 2011 14:17:12 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/planningregulationsconsultation http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/planningregulationsconsultation The Localism Bill leaves various procedural and technical requirements of the neighbourhood planning system to regulations. This consultation seeks views on whether the proposed neighbourhood planning regulations are fit for purpose. (continues...) Thu, 13 Oct 2011 12:46:01 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/2007568 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/2007568 New planning powers giving communities the ability to shape the character of their neighbourhood have been published for consultation by Decentralisation Minister Greg Clark. (continues...) Thu, 13 Oct 2011 11:09:13 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/aggregatesurvey2009 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/aggregatesurvey2009 The aggregate minerals survey provides in-depth and up to date information on national and regional sales, inter-regional flows, consumption and permitted reserves of aggregates. (continues...) Wed, 12 Oct 2011 11:52:48 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/cilcollectionenforcement http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/cilcollectionenforcement This document explains how the Community Infrastructure Levy Collection and Enforcement provisions work in practice. It provides information for local authorities and other interested parties about collecting and enforcing the levy. (continues...) Mon, 10 Oct 2011 14:50:46 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/cilreformconsultation http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/cilreformconsultation This consultation document seeks views on the detailed implementation of the Government's proposals, including on the draft regulations, for the reform of the Community Infrastructure Levy. (continues...) Mon, 10 Oct 2011 13:46:30 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/newsstories/planningandbuilding/2003049 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/newsstories/planningandbuilding/2003049 Communities and Local Government minister Bob Neill met with business leaders and local government members in Trafford today to discuss how neighbourhood planning at Trafford Park can help to stimulate growth in the local area. (continues...) Thu, 06 Oct 2011 17:16:44 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/2003142 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/2003142 Communities Minister Andrew Stunell has announced a new chairman of the Building Regulations Advisory Committee (BRAC). (continues...) Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:23:18 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/robustness http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/robustness This research report concludes an extensive international literature review into robustness and disproportionate collapse in structures undertaken on behalf of the Department and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure. (continues...) Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:16:23 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/nationalaggregates2020 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/nationalaggregates2020 This report presents details of the sub-regional apportionment of the National and regional guidelines to aggregates provision in England 2005-2020 which were published on 29 June 2009. (continues...) Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:16:34 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/letterplanningregulations http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/letterplanningregulations Letter to local planning authorities drawing their attention to the laying of regulations in Parliament to amend the Town and Country Planning Order 2011 and the Town and Country Planning Regulations 2011. (continues...) Fri, 16 Sep 2011 10:16:19 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/newsstories/planningandbuilding/1981846 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/newsstories/planningandbuilding/1981846 Planning Minister Greg Clark met with Fiona Reynolds of the National Trust as part of the draft National Planning Policy Framework consultation. (continues...) Thu, 08 Sep 2011 14:17:11 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/nppfmythbuster http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/nppfmythbuster This document explains some commonly held misconceptions about the National Planning Policy Framework. (continues...) Thu, 08 Sep 2011 13:16:14 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/1984736 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/1984736 Housing Minister Grant Shapps has said that any household threatened with homelessness must seek help and advice as early as possible and make use of a wide range of available support. (continues...) Thu, 08 Sep 2011 11:04:19 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/ldfdatabasereport http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/ldfdatabasereport This report presents a historic record of local plans progress as of January 2010 and an update on local plan preparation up to June 2011. (continues...) Thu, 01 Sep 2011 10:16:05 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/1975517 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/1975517 New powers to give local people unprecedented influence to determine the future of their areas are to be tried out in 36 more front-runner areas, Planning Minister Greg Clark announced today. (continues...) Wed, 31 Aug 2011 09:47:40 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/1974306 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/1974306 Bowling enthusiasts will be able to use new powers to safeguard treasured bowling greens from the threat of development or closure, Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government Eric Pickles said today. (continues...) Tue, 30 Aug 2011 08:00:00 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/codeupdatedcostreview http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/codeupdatedcostreview This document sets out the changing costs of Code levels in comparison with previous years and on the basis of market information. (continues...) Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:16:54 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/1973353 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/1973353 Building new homes to greener, low-carbon standards is getting cheaper every year, according to a new report published today by Communities Minister Andrew Stunell. (continues...) Fri, 26 Aug 2011 09:00:40 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/1969848 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/1969848 Housing Minister Grant Shapps has today written to Liverpool Football Club, calling on them not to score an own goal by delaying a decision on their future home. (continues...) Sat, 20 Aug 2011 08:30:00 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/1968309 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/news/planningandbuilding/1968309 Eric Pickles says councils affected by recent rioting can immediately apply for money from a new multi-million pound fund. (continues...) Thu, 18 Aug 2011 08:24:24 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/letteradvertisingcontrol http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/letteradvertisingcontrol Letter to local planning authorities drawing their attention to Outdoor advertisements and signs: a guide for advertisers, which provides an explanation of the Town and Country Planning (Control of Advertisements) (England) Regulations 2007. (continues...) Tue, 16 Aug 2011 16:17:07 +0000 http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/planningschoolsstatement http://www.communities.gov.uk:80/publications/planningandbuilding/planningschoolsstatement This policy statement sets out the Government's commitment to support the development of state-funded schools and their delivery through the planning system. (continues...) Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:34:29 +0000