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Jan 22
The new NPPF: a plan for change?
Since the new government came into power last July, one thing has become clear: how serious it is about its commitment to deliver 1.5...


Jul 23, 2024
“Seriously Flawed” Consultation Leads to Quashing of Council Change of Use Approval
Planning Update July 2024 Hackney Council’s prior approval for the change of use of a commercial building to residential has been quashed...


Jun 10, 2024
What do organisations need to know when considering whether they should retrofit or rebuild an existing asset?
Head of ESG, Chris Kerr explains: Reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and carbon in particular, has become a huge issue for the planning...


Jun 4, 2024
What risks and opportunities does climate change present for coastal towns and cities?
What risks and opportunities does climate change present for coastal towns and cities? Head of ESG, Chris Kerr explains: We have to...


May 31, 2024
Social value has become an increasingly important metric for regeneration projects. What is it and why is it so important?
Head of ESG, Chris Kerr explains: Social value is a term used to express the wider impacts that a regeneration project can have – not...


May 29, 2024
The housing crisis continues to worsen. What can be done about it?
Head of ESG, Chris Kerr explains: Of particular concern to placemakers is the current housing supply deficit. There are not enough homes...

Apr 29, 2024
Legal/Professional Team of the Year - Commercial Property Finalists!
We are delighted to announce that we are finalists at the Property Week Awards 2024 for Legal/Professional Team of the Year - Commercial...


Apr 10, 2024
Commercial Property Expert, Simon Thornton-Graham Joins!
Commercial property expert, Simon Thornton-Graham joins Davitt Jones Bould as a Partner. His appointment was announced today by BE News....


Mar 1, 2024
Biodiversity Net Gain Alert
Biodiversity Net Gain alert – Planning appeal dismissed on basis BNG not demonstrated. Stephanie Hall, Planning Partner, commented "An...

Feb 8, 2024
Advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in the real estate industry
We are proud to announce that we have been recognised as a committed supporter by Real Estate Balance to advance equity, diversity and...


Jan 10, 2024
Top Tip for Listed Buildings
Davitt Jones Bould planning partner and listed buildings expert, Nigel Hewitson, has co-authored the sixth edition of Listed Buildings &...

Jan 10, 2024
Public sector specialist, Sandy Munroe, joins Davitt Jones Bould
Public sector specialist, Sandy Munroe, joins Davitt Jones Bould brining over 35 years’ experience to the firm. Her expertise ranges from...


Jan 5, 2024
What You Need To Know About The Steady Rise In UK Litigation
Davitt Jones Bould property litigation Partner, Jonathan Warner-Reed , recently featured in the South West Business Insider in an article...
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