In March this year Prime Minister Theresa May delivered a
major housing speech as the government published its draft proposals on
changing the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) – the set of rules which
guide how homes are built. A Shelter analysis concludes that, despite the
government’s intentions, parts of the proposals risk resulting in fewer
affordable homes being built. This is because an affordable housing loophole,
known as a ‘viability assessment‘, could become both more common and more
powerful in reducing affordable housing. The definition of affordable housing
could also be watered down significantly meaning that what official
‘affordable’ homes do get delivered will likely be less affordable. Read more
on the Shelter blog.
‘Ludicrous’ plan to build skyscraper over Georgian Birmingham building
rejected
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Councillors unanimously refuse permission for 42-storey block of flats on
top of former residence and hospital
Councillors in Birmingham have unanimously...
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