All Regulations articles – Page 18
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CommentBiodiversity rules risk a delivery slowdown but there are opportunities too
The government has published details of new biodiversity net gain rules coming into force later this year. Alice Davidson explains the likely impact
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CommentHow ready are we for the Future Homes Standard?
The new standards will be with us in just two years – but to meet them, the industry is going to need a lot more government support, argues Laura Reeve
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NewsCIH backs 18m threshold for second staircases in tower blocks
Membership body urges lower height limit than the 30m proposed by Michael Gove
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CommentRisk and responsibility: unpicking the first post-Grenfell court decisions
Recent High Court decisions suggest contractors will struggle to successfully challenge the costs of an implemented and effective remedial cladding solution
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CommentWhat Gove’s Responsible Actors scheme is likely to mean for building safety
The housing secretary has given housebuilders six weeks to sign a remediation contract or be blocked from trading. Charis Beverton and Bora Mina look at the legal questions this raises.
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In FocusWhat the second staircase rule would mean for high-rise blocks
Michael Gove announced plans just before Christmas for mandatory second staircases in towers over 30m. But what impact is this likely to have?
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CommentMinisters must intervene to stop a prolonged dip in affordable housing supply
It feels like we are on the cusp of a downturn in affordable housing delivery, but the government has the tools to prevent if from happening, argues Paul Hackett
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CommentProspects for mortgage lending on cladding blocks have improved but questions remain
True confidence in the flat sales market is still a way off despite new approach from lenders argues Charmaine McQueen-Prince
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NewsPrivate rent rises in Scotland capped at 3% from April
Property investors welcome move to replace cost of living freeze with new limit
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NewsRegulator to start piloting inspections as it gears up for new consumer role
RSH starts recruitment drive as it prepares to take on powers to inspect and fine landlords for failures
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NewsRegulator downgrades two housing associations
Two more providers receive reduced viability ratings
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NewsSwan bondholders asked to waive lending agreement breaches
Sanctuary wants assurance that covenant breaches for Swan are waived before delayed merger can go ahead.
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NewsBlackrock-backed Heylo found non-compliant by regulator
Regulator of Social Housing concerned for-profit provider’s structure might not allow it to protect social housing assets
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CommentThe Gove who stole Christmas: why planning backdown will have a huge impact
The housing secretary’s latest proposed planning reforms will lead to further delays and fewer homes, writes Paul Smith
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NewsRegulator downgrades 15 more housing associations’ viability ratings
Further lowering of ratings as rising inflation hits financial capacity
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NewsRegulator warns of ‘inevitable’ reduction in HAs’ ability to manage risk
Housing associations spend 15% less on new homes than forecast according to latest survey
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NewsGove to block social landlords with poorly maintained homes from receiving funding
Housing secretary announces ‘crackdown’ following death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak
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CommentTragedy underlines the need to address systemic failings in our housing system
The shocking death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak has been described as a “defining moment” for the housing sector. David Orr argues the tragedy shows the need to fix deep-rooted problems in housing
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NewsAutumn statement: reaction as 7% cap on social housing rent rises confirmed
Industry figures welcome plan to set 7% limit rather than 5%
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NewsAutumn statement: social housing rent cap reportedly to be set at 7%
Jeremy Hunt expected to confirm cost-of-living intervention details later today