Bizarre calls to local authorities
August 27th, 2010 by Louise Humphreys
The Local Government Association has released a list of odd, strange and downright bizarre calls made to councils. From their top ten, here's my top five: "Can I register the death of a person even though they aren't dead yet?" "I've heard there ... continue reading...
Consultation on changes to licensing regime
August 27th, 2010 by Louise Humphreys
The Home Office is currently consulting on changes to the current licensing regime. The consultation entitled "Rebalancing the Licensing Act" closes on 8 September 2010, so there isn't much time left to submit responses if you haven't already done so ... continue reading...
House extensions in the green belt
August 27th, 2010 by Louise Humphreys
In a recent planning appeal decision, a substantial extension to a house in the green belt was approved because an inspector concluded that a permitted development fallback amounted to very special circumstances. Local plan policy allowed for a 40% ... continue reading...
Minor material alterations and non-material changes to planning permissions
August 27th, 2010 by Louise Humphreys
Following the introduction last year of the power to make non material changes to planning permissions (section 96A of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990), it is important to appreciate the distinction between this and the ability to make minor m ... continue reading...
