Carter Jonas’ Post

Here are the CJ thoughts on the draft NPPF. Lots to think about but I am feeling positive about lots of the ideas. Have a read and see what you think!

An excellent insight here into the new draft NPPF. Have a read. I’ll be interested to see, amongst other matters, how Councils respond to the proposed deletion of the emphasis on local character considerations in favour of the drive to achieve higher build densities and to what extent they embrace this? One thing seems certain - the new Government are going to really challenge local authorities to deliver more housing to meet their ambitious housing targets and to do so from more potential sources. Interesting times ahead for those of us in the property industry.

Our response to the NPPF consultation focuses on how proposed changes need to incentivise local authorities to plan for the homes and infrastructure that the country needs. We warn that promoting growth through speculative development, including on grey belt sites, could have longer term detrimental impacts for our society and environment. Let’s support and encourage the right sort of growth that maximises benefits for local communities and follows a plan led approach. Local authorities need to be supported to progress robust local plans asap. #nppf #localplans

Major proposed revisions to the National Planning Policy Framework (#NPPF) and the planning system were published for consultation on 30th July. We are pleased to have submitted our response to the Government’s consultation on these proposed reforms, drawing on our extensive hands-on experience in supporting local authorities across the country.     Whilst broadly supportive, our response highlights concerns that the proposed changes to the NPPF could inadvertently lead to far greater levels of speculative development outside of the ‘plan-led’ system. We also express our view that local authorities should be encouraged and incentivised to prioritise plan-making as a way of boosting the housing supply in sustainable locations through the plan-led system and reflect that, as drafted, the proposals appear to increase the ‘stick’ for local authorities that do not have an up-to-date plan in place and do not do enough to provide a ‘carrot’ to incentivise them.    Read our full response below👇  #consultation #planningreform 

So, by now, unless you're enjoying a silent retreat or on a full digital detox, you've probably heard about the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). But are you struggling to make sense of it? You're not alone. But don't worry Zack Simons from Landmark Chambers has just penned an insightful blog that cuts through the noise. In his article, Zack brilliantly explains the recent changes to the NPPF in practical terms. Whether you're a seasoned planner or just trying to keep up with the latest developments, this blog is a must-read. https://lnkd.in/eBf5GaKd #PlanningReform #NPPF #LandmarkChambers #UrbanPlanning #Development

📢 Our latest TBB Reacts from TBB Associate Cassie Barrow explains the new reforms to improve the consistency of local planning schemes, and what this means for both local governments and developers. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gXmWeAwX Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage #TBBReacts #ShapingWA #planningreform #development #planning #localplanningschemes

#Planning decisions are set to be fast-tracked in a sweeping overhaul of #localplanning committees, as part of new measures to tackle the #housingcrisis. The measures would see a #national scheme of #delegation introduced, the creation of streamlined #planningcommittees for #strategicdevelopment and mandatory training for #planning #committeemembers.  Under the new plans, local #planningofficers will also have an enhanced decision-making role to implement agreed #planningpolicy.  https://lnkd.in/gM8hAVYd.

Local Plans - our second insight into the NPPF consultation #nppf #consultation #planninglaw #planningpolicy #reform

Any day now, the eagerly awaited updated National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) consultation will be published adding some much-needed colour to how the government plans to help Britain build.     James Smith and Nick Stafford, from our Town and Country Planning team outline what changes they would like to see to encourage development and provide more certainty in the planning process. Read the full article here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e-mnj3mk   Giles Brockbank | Guy Wakefield    #NPPF #TownPlanning #CountryPlanning #HelpBritainBuild #BuiltEnvironment 

New National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) Published On 12th December 2024, The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government published the much anticipated latest version of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). Our planning experts have put together a brief overview of the main changes and outlined the further reforms to the planning system coming in the new year. Find out more in our new blog: https://lnkd.in/e6fZQHjQ #planning #ExpertAdvice #PolicyChange #blog