All Regulations articles – Page 14
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CommentWhy Peabody wants more info from government to tackle second staircase dilemma
The second staircase rule is already causing chaos for new build plans and Peabody is one of the developers in the eye of the storm. Phil Jenkins explains how the housing association is going about looking at its planned high-rises
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CommentWe should be paying more attention to the silent planning revolution
The Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill will leave the planning system barely recognisable to the one we are used to. Its crucial the industry engages with the government on the changes, writes Paul Smith
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NewsHunt announces £760m of regeneration funding and housing devolution deals
West Midlands and Greater Manchester Combined authorities get control over affordable housing funding
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NewsGove threatens to put 11 housebuilders who have not signed cladding contract ‘out of business’
Housing secretary repeats pledge to stop developers trading as deadline passes
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CommentCentralised pool of experts could solve local authority planning crisis
A bold, fresh approach is needed to tackle the shortcomings of a system under so much strain that it is damaging the sector and wider economy
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NewsDLUHC announces fund to recruit 221 building and fire safety inspectors
Government unveils £42m fund as it gears up for Building Safety Regulator launch
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CommentBiodiversity rules risk a delivery slowdown but there are opportunities too
The government has published details of new biodiversity net gain rules coming into force later this year. Alice Davidson explains the likely impact
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CommentHow ready are we for the Future Homes Standard?
The new standards will be with us in just two years – but to meet them, the industry is going to need a lot more government support, argues Laura Reeve
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NewsCIH backs 18m threshold for second staircases in tower blocks
Membership body urges lower height limit than the 30m proposed by Michael Gove
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CommentRisk and responsibility: unpicking the first post-Grenfell court decisions
Recent High Court decisions suggest contractors will struggle to successfully challenge the costs of an implemented and effective remedial cladding solution
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CommentWhat Gove’s Responsible Actors scheme is likely to mean for building safety
The housing secretary has given housebuilders six weeks to sign a remediation contract or be blocked from trading. Charis Beverton and Bora Mina look at the legal questions this raises.
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In FocusWhat the second staircase rule would mean for high-rise blocks
Michael Gove announced plans just before Christmas for mandatory second staircases in towers over 30m. But what impact is this likely to have?
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CommentMinisters must intervene to stop a prolonged dip in affordable housing supply
It feels like we are on the cusp of a downturn in affordable housing delivery, but the government has the tools to prevent if from happening, argues Paul Hackett
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CommentProspects for mortgage lending on cladding blocks have improved but questions remain
True confidence in the flat sales market is still a way off despite new approach from lenders argues Charmaine McQueen-Prince
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NewsPrivate rent rises in Scotland capped at 3% from April
Property investors welcome move to replace cost of living freeze with new limit
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NewsRegulator to start piloting inspections as it gears up for new consumer role
RSH starts recruitment drive as it prepares to take on powers to inspect and fine landlords for failures
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NewsRegulator downgrades two housing associations
Two more providers receive reduced viability ratings
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NewsSwan bondholders asked to waive lending agreement breaches
Sanctuary wants assurance that covenant breaches for Swan are waived before delayed merger can go ahead.
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NewsBlackrock-backed Heylo found non-compliant by regulator
Regulator of Social Housing concerned for-profit provider’s structure might not allow it to protect social housing assets
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CommentThe Gove who stole Christmas: why planning backdown will have a huge impact
The housing secretary’s latest proposed planning reforms will lead to further delays and fewer homes, writes Paul Smith