Oliver Letwin, the MP for West Dorset, has finally published his independent review into build out rates and presented its findings to the Housing Secretary, James Brokenshire. The report is of critical importance to anyone working with planning applications and housebuilding because Letwin has essentially been allowed by the government...
Oliver Letwin, the MP for West Dorset, has finally published his independent review into build out rates and presented its findings to the Housing Secretary, James Brokenshire. The report is of critical importance to anyone working with planning applications and housebuilding because Letwin has essentially been allowed by the government...
13Oliver Letwin MP has published a critical review into the low build-out rates across the United Kingdom. In Part 1, we have talked about what precisely this problem is and why it is such an issue. Here in Part 2, we will look at Letwin’s proposed reforms and evaluate his...
No matter how big or small your project, there is one universal truth: getting the site plan right is absolutely crucial to any project. A lot of time, thought, and money goes into getting it right, so in this article, we have explained precisely what a site plan is and...
From designing single beams to huge projects, you need to consider what material you want to use and why. In this article, we discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using concrete as your base material for your beams in your next building project. (more…)
Residential property sales in the United Kingdom are continuing to fall with figures showing that during July they fell by 3.2% when compared with the same month in 2017. (more…)
Structural defects within a property can be a sign of poor construction, general wear and tear or poor design. Some of the most common signs which are a little easier to spot are cracks on the walls, water stains, and loose plaster, but all of these can affect the value...
According to recent figures from the UK House Price Index, property prices in Cornwall are growing at their fastest rate in nearly eight years. (more…)
Investing money and time into your property is not only great when it comes to selling but can also increase your quality of life. We can often outgrow our homes sooner than we would like to, but if you don't want to sell and move on, you can increase the...
When undertaking any kind of construction work, whether it is a new build, a conversion or a renovation, you will require a team of experts to assist and advise you. Before you proceed, you should know which experts you will require as they will be the key to a successful project....
