All Housing articles – Page 30
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CommentWhy Peabody wants more info from government to tackle second staircase dilemma
The second staircase rule is already causing chaos for new build plans and Peabody is one of the developers in the eye of the storm. Phil Jenkins explains how the housing association is going about looking at its planned high-rises
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CommentWe should be paying more attention to the silent planning revolution
The Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill will leave the planning system barely recognisable to the one we are used to. Its crucial the industry engages with the government on the changes, writes Paul Smith
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In FocusThe story behind the planned ‘largest timber development in UK’
A new East Sussex-based developer is seeking to disrupt the housebuilding sector and create a template for higher density, walkable neighbourhoods, writes Ben Flatman
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CommentHousing does not seem to feature in the chancellor’s growth plans
The Budget’s silence on housing last week was disappointing, writes Paul Hackett
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NewsFull housing devolution to metro mayors to take until 2026
Homes England set to retain role in both Manchester and West Midlands after devolution, unlike in London
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NewsBudget 2023: all our coverage in one place
Here is all Housing Today’s Budget coverage in one place
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NewsBerkeley to shift towards low-rise build if single staircase ban goes ahead
Developer says fire safety rules will put high rise schemes awaiting planning “back to square one”
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NewsGove threatens to put 11 housebuilders who have not signed cladding contract ‘out of business’
Housing secretary repeats pledge to stop developers trading as deadline passes
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NewsPeabody warns of ‘dramatic’ delays to build as sector calls for clarity on second staircases
Housing association says it can’t commit to designs on towers across 20 schemes because of uncertainty over staircase policy
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CommentCentralised pool of experts could solve local authority planning crisis
A bold, fresh approach is needed to tackle the shortcomings of a system under so much strain that it is damaging the sector and wider economy
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NewsSovereign and Network plan merger to create 82,000-home association giant
Housing associations’ boards approve plan as part of ambition to build 25,000 homes in the next decade
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In FocusAn MMC solution in masonry
Build homes quickly but don’t compromise on performance, says Frank Brittain, Building Solutions Manager at H+H UK
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NewsDLUHC announces fund to recruit 221 building and fire safety inspectors
Government unveils £42m fund as it gears up for Building Safety Regulator launch
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In FocusHousing Champions Q&A: Donna McCarthy, Devonshires
Donna McCarthy talks about the importance of social housing funding, the Heygate Estate and winning medals at tap dancing
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NewsBerkeley to take ‘cautious’ approach as sales drop
Housebuilder says it is on track to hit £600m pre-tax profit target despite market volatility
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NewsL&G delivers ‘landmark’ 5,000 homes as profit increases
Insurance giant’s affordable housing pipeline stands at 6,500 units
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CommentThe fight to achieve gender equity starts at home
On International Women’s Day, Fiona Fletcher-Smith reflects on the housing crisis’ impact on gender equity
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CommentWe are heading in the wrong direction on housing delivery
Working out how many homes we will need is tricky, but one thing’s for sure we are not going to build anywhere near enough under current policy, warns Paul Smith
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In FocusInside the £16m research centre testing houses against the elements
The University of Salford says its Energy House 2.0 can simulate 95% of global environmental conditions. Daniel Gayne takes a look
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NewsVivid gets green light for 800-home Portsmouth scheme
‘Gateway’ scheme on low-lying wasteland approved