More Comment – Page 5
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CommentThe rough guide to housing supply - learning from planning policy abroad
Minneapolis, Auckland and Helsinki are just three cities that have boosted supply by loosening planning. Paul Smith argues we should learn from them.
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CommentSocial housing and the route to decarbonisation
As social housing providers tackle the challenge of decarbonising heat in their housing stock, understanding the opportunities and potential pathways will make the process simpler. Lee Caulfield discusses the advantages of taking a phased approach to net zero
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CommentHousing may look like a basket case but there are reasons to be optimistic
Richard Jones summarises the current housing development market and explains why it could emerge stronger despite the gloom
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CommentHousing associations can tackle health inequalities through partnerships
Peabody has formed a group with fellow housing association Grand Union and a trio of local authorities to boost residents’ health and wellbeing, Elly Hoult explains more.
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CommentThe interest rate rise penalises homebuyers – now we must help builders build
The Bank of England’s decision will create challenges, but the demand for new homes is there, writes John Anderson
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CommentPolitical commitment and cross-sector collaboration is key to delivery
As Michael Gove announces the government’s plan for housing, Fiona Fletcher-Smith outlines what is needed to boost housebuilding
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CommentThe election starting gun has been fired - but what housing policies do we need?
As both main parties announce policies, Ben Derbyshire describes his remedy for tackling the housing crisis
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CommentGove’s simplification of plan-making won’t remove political barriers to development
The housing secretary this week announced proposals to make the local plan system more simple. However, Paul Smith argues the problems go beyond technical processes.
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CommentDrawing up a blueprint for sustaining social housing tenancies
A unique research project is taking place at Sheffield Hallam University looking at how to improve tenancy sustainment, explains Paul Hackett
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CommentIt’s time to get shared ownership right
In the past we have not always paid enough attention to shared ownership customers’ requirements. As it increasingly becomes the only viable route on to the housing ladder for many, we must do better, argues David Orr
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CommentSix years on from Grenfell and real change is finally happening
Following the sixth anniversary of Grenfell last month, Andrew Mellor reflects on building safety progress so far and finds much positivity - although many firms still have a long way to go
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CommentHow AI predictive models can boost repairs, maintenance and building safety
As housing associations face pressure to improve their stock management, Steve Finlay explains how artificial intelligence (AI) can have a role to play
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CommentWindrush offers us the inspiration we need to tackle the housing crisis
75 years on, we need to rediscover the spirit of Windrush, which showed the crucial role housing can play in society, writes Geeta Nanda
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CommentWe must apply common sense to the great British green belt
Misunderstandings about the green belt are leading to a stifling of productivity and economic growth, argues Paul Smith
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CommentLadder of engagement: why we must aim for true citizen partnership in planning
The government is working with 45 local planning authorities to pilot online communication methods around planning. Ben Derbyshire explains why he is hopeful of positive change.
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CommentContracts must acknowledge housing’s AI tipping point
If housebuilding is to successfully embrace artificial intelligence, then construction contracts need to adapt, argues Ashley Pappin
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CommentLord Kerslake: ‘The sector has lost a supremely powerful voice’
The untimely death of former Homes and Communities Agency boss and Peabody chair Lord Kerslake has left the housing sector poorer, says Joey Gardiner
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CommentHow Barratt is helping to house Afghan refugees who supported armed forces
David Thomas urges other housebuilders to join Barratt in setting up leasing scheme with local authority
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CommentThe built environment is a big culprit on climate change – but you can help
Chris Brown sets out steps housing and construction businesses can take to help us to net zero
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CommentMinisters must do more to provide certainty around planning
With planning consents at an all-time low government must make it easier for housebuilders to map out development, argues Paul Smith