The Government has published a Draft Fees Order, introducing significant increases in planning application fees, set to take effect from 1st April 2025. Key changes include:Householder applications: Fees will more than double, rising from £258 to £528. Section […]
Planning Reform and Policy in 2025
2024 saw a new government enter 10 Downing Street and with it a pledge to get ‘Britain building again‘ starting with 1.5 million homes over the next five years. We are now seeing the implementation […]
Reflecting on 2024 at Ethical Planning
As we move into 2025, it is the perfect time to reflect on the successes of the past year and look ahead to the rest of the year. At Ethical Planning, 2024 was marked by […]
Navigating the New National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) 2024
The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) has recently been updated bringing with it the government’s goal of reforming planning policy in England. For private developers, landowners, and local governments alike, the redesigned framework, that came into […]
Planning Permission Secured for EV Charging Station in County Durham
We are pleased to announce that our team has successfully assisted a client in obtaining planning permission for an exciting new EV charging station at a commercial retail park in County Durham. This project marks […]
Unlocking the Potential of Rural Diversification
As traditional agricultural models face increasing challenges due to policy changes, market volatility and environmental concerns, rural diversification emerges as a crucial strategy for landowners and farmers. But why diversify? Rural diversification is the process […]
Wrapping up the Farm Business Innovation Show 2024
After two inspiring days last week at the Farm Business Innovation Show 2024, we’ve returned from the NEC in Birmingham energised and ready to hit the ground running! The event was a fantastic opportunity for […]
Farm Business Innovation Show 2024 – We’ll See You Soon!
Ethical Planning is excited to share that we will be exhibiting at the Farm Business Innovation Show 2024, held on the 6th-7th of November. This leading event brings together thousands of innovative minds from across […]
Alison Convery Appointed as a Chartered Town Planner
We are delighted to announce that Alison Convery has recently been appointed as a Chartered Town Planner with the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI). This achievement is a testament to her hard work, dedication, and recognition of […]
Unlocking Housing Potential Through Vacant Sites
We are proud to have played a pivotal role in the transformation of vacant sites in Hetton-le-Hole, helping to increase future housing provision for local residents. By facilitating planning permission for these vacant sites, we […]
Project Overview: Wallsend Town Centre Housing Development
Ethical Planning recently collaborated with Mr. Plan Man to successfully deliver a housing development project comprising eight two-bedroom Tyneside flats on a linear site within the Wallsend Town Centre. This project presented several unique challenges […]
Navigating the New Planning Framework for Solar Energy Projects
The recent proposed changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) signal a significant set forward for solar energy projects in the UK. These proposed changes will provide clearer guidance and stronger support for renewable […]