The argument about the Haringey Development Vehicle took yet another turn recently. The HDV, designed to allow the creation of 6,400 new homes in the Borough met some strong opposition, even leading the leader of the local council to resign. In February though four challenges to the project failed. Although this means the proposal can move forward there is real belief it will fade away if the political party in control of the local council changes in the coming elections. Continue reading →

In the first quarter of 2018 more tech businesses chose to set up offices in the City of London. According to data from Savills the take-up of office space from companies in this sector hit 113,843 square feet. This is already over 50% of the total floorspace taken last year. In addition 42,474 square feet of space on the fringes of the area has been occupied. Continue reading →

In London there are numerous different projects that aim to boost housing supply in the capital. For example there are developments on infill sites and refurbishment and change of use of old industrial buildings. In addition a number of developers have been looking at roof extensions and how many homes can be created by adding floors to existing properties. Continue reading →

Mill Hill in Barnet, North London is to receive even more new homes. Architecture and design firm TateHindle recently got planning consent from the local council for a new mixed use scheme. This project will create 355 homes, including 345 apartments in six buildings as well as 10 townhouses. In addition they will create 400 square metres of commercial space and new community facilities such as a primary school and a police station. Continue reading →

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In 2017 the number of proposals and projects for skyscrapers in London broke the 500 mark. More importantly high rise buildings are appearing in countless suburban locations. The very first towers are being put forward for Waltham Forest, Bromley, and other locations in the suburbs. The first of these was successful recently in securing permission after improvements to the plan. Continue reading →

The London Borough of Sutton is aiming to be the most sustainable suburb in the capital. The intention is to transform the area into the first One Planet Borough by 2025. To achieve this, the local council will look to: Continue reading →

Canada Water is one of the largest redevelopments in London, offering the potential for thousands of new homes and other amenities. There is so much potential that Southwark Council recently committed to the project. They will obtain a flexible 20% stake in the land as a result of a new deal with British Land. Continue reading →

From April 2018 Lewisham Council will be putting more pressure on landlords to increase energy efficiency. The local authority wants each property to have an energy performance certificate (EPC) rating of E or better. Those properties less efficient than this may need improvements before a tenancy can begin. Continue reading →

One of the biggest changes in the property market in recent years is a big reduction in the number of times people are actually moving. Before the credit crisis in 2008, the average person would move house around four times (3.6) after buying their first home. Generally this would see them move up and then back down the property ladder as their needs changed. Continue reading →