Due to the prevalence of historic buildings across London we find ourselves regularly working on heritage buildings of differing levels of historic significance. To undertake works to heritage buildings requires a thorough knowledge of traditional building techniques and methodology to ensure their successful preservation and enhancement. This article sets out our ethos and principles for working on buildings of heritage.

The smallest of changes in the NPPF21 policy wording means BIG change for anyone thinking of building a new home in a countryside setting! With the removal of the option for a design to be ‘innovative’, we consider the impact of the change here.

Obtaining planning permission for new homes in the countryside has never been more difficult, but we look at how Paragraph 79 of the National Planning Policy Framework, known as ‘Gummers Law’ could work in your favour.