Permitted Development rights have long been an important tool, but in recent years the Government has regularly extended and tinkered with such rights such that they are more generous than ever! This contrasts with the evermore complex and convoluted process of applying for outline and / or full permission. Following a suite of consultations last […]
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Its been an interesting week, with more twists than a helter-skelter!
One Reserved Matters application for 71 homes deferred at Committee (our case officer quitting just a couple of days before and the lead officer unable to answer any of members questions!). Incredibly frustrating, but in the circumstances probably the best outcome. One TPO notice served on a site where we have a live application for […]
BCP Council update on phosphorous in the River Avon
BCP Christchurch have published a welcome update in relation to the position with regard to phosphorous in the River Avon, the full statement can be viewed on the Council’s website… Phosphates-update-River-Avon.pdf (bcpcouncil.gov.uk) The update confirms that the Council “can register new planning applications for new homes, but without evidence of mitigation to demonstrate phosphorous neutrality […]
Chapman Lily Planning celebrate with the Swans
Fabulous evening at the Swanage and Wareham Rugby club celebrating the achievements of the players, coaches and all the team behind the scenes that make the club such a success. Thank you to The Salt Pig for the amazing food and service that you provided. The team worked so hard and I hope that they […]
Consortium responding to the emerging BCP Local Plan
We are delighted to be leading a consortium of agents, promoters and developers in responding to the emerging BCP Local Plan which is currently out for Reg19 consultation. The consortium comprises regional and national housebuilders Bellway Homes, Miller Homes Ltd, AJC Group, Wyatt Homes, Fortitudo Ltd, land promoter WH White Limited and Jeremy Gardiner of […]
An uplifting end to the week!
We are delighted to have worked with a talented Estate Manager and Baxter Green Architects to secure planning permission for a cluster of employment units in Shillingstone. The proposal strips back and adapts existing brick barns to better reveal their character. In doing so, the scheme creates some really exciting internal and external spaces, including […]