What Is a Right to Light Planning Objection? A right to light planning objection may arise where a proposed development could significantly reduce the amount of natural light reaching a neighbouring property. Extensions, new homes, taller buildings, conversions and other developments can alter the amount of daylight and sunlight available to nearby windows and […]
Party Wall Surveyor East London: Expert Advice for Building Works and Neighbouring Properties
What Is a Party Wall Surveyor? A party wall surveyor is a professional who deals with disputes and legal procedures arising under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. The Act applies in England and Wales and provides a framework for building works involving party walls, boundary structures and certain excavations close to neighbouring buildings. […]
Party Wall Agreement for Loft Conversion: What Homeowners Need to Know
A loft conversion can be an effective way to create additional living space without moving home. However, where the proposed works affect a shared wall, structure or neighbouring property, homeowners may have obligations under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Understanding whether a party wall agreement for a loft conversion is required can help avoid […]
Judicial Review Scotland: Challenging Public Decisions
Judicial review in Scotland provides a legal route for challenging the lawfulness of decisions, actions or failures to act by public bodies. It can be relevant to individuals, businesses, developers, landowners and organisations affected by decisions made by public authorities, including decisions connected with planning, development and other regulatory matters. Judicial review is not generally […]
Party Wall Notice Template UK: What to Include and When to Serve Notice
If you are planning building work that could affect a shared wall, boundary or neighbouring property, you may need to serve a Party Wall Notice before work begins. The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 provides a legal framework for certain types of building work affecting party walls, party structures, boundary lines and neighbouring buildings. It […]
Planning Appeals Scotland: How to Challenge a Planning Decision
If your planning application has been refused, approved subject to unacceptable conditions, or has not been determined within the relevant period, you may have options for challenging the decision. The planning appeals process in Scotland differs from the system in England and Wales. Depending on the type of application and decision involved, a challenge may […]
Examples of Objections to Planning Applications: What Grounds Can You Raise?
When a planning application is submitted for a development near your property, you may have concerns about how the proposal could affect your home, neighbourhood or local environment. In England, members of the public can submit comments or objections during the planning consultation period. However, not every concern carries the same weight in the planning […]
National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF): How It Affects Planning Applications in England
The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) is an important part of the planning system in England. It sets out the Government’s national planning policies and explains how these policies should be applied when preparing development plans and making decisions on development proposals. The current NPPF was published on 17 August 2026 and replaced the previous […]
Western Peripheral Route: Planning and Property Considerations for Landowners
Major infrastructure projects can have significant implications for landowners, property developers and businesses located along or close to a proposed or existing route. The Western Peripheral Route, particularly the Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route (AWPR), is an important example of major transport infrastructure affecting land use, connectivity and development. The Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route is a […]
Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route: Planning Advice for Landowners and Developers
The Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route (AWPR) is a significant transport infrastructure project that has changed connectivity around Aberdeen and the wider north-east of Scotland. For landowners and developers, the route can be an important consideration when assessing property, development opportunities and land-use proposals. Its relationship with a particular site may affect matters such as access, […]