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Addressing Housing Supply: Council tax premiums for second homes and empty properties?

The Wales government has long debated the issue of second homes and long-term empty properties. The question is: Has the government has sought the right solutions to address housing shortages and promote affordability? Council tax premiums mean people paying the norm...

Read    07/09/2023

Demolition, embodied carbon, and the planning system: the Minerva and Oxford Street decisions

The Minerva and Oxford Street cases have brought under the spotlight the UK's demolition practices, embodied carbon concerns, and the planning system. With the growing focus on net-zero and climate emergency policies, there is a greater emphasis on reusing existing b...

Read    07/09/2023

More property adverts and listings are going green, but further work is needed

The Greener Homes Report by Rightmove has revealed that more property listings are now stressing eco-friendly features as property highlights than before. The online portal says additional incentives are needed to help sellers and landlords enhance the energy efficie...

Read    05/09/2023

More than half of UK rentals set to fail new EPC target according to a recent study

A recent study reveals some disturbing facts. It states that the landlords are looking at the prospects of spending an estimated 30 billion to bring their homes up to the Energy Performance standard recommended by the UK government.All rental properties are required ...

Read    04/09/2023

How will Building Biology impact the construction of future homes?

Building Biology focuses on the impact of the built environment on human health. It recognises that homes can unknowingly harbour elements that affect our biological systems during the home-building process. Building biology is an interdisciplinary field that focuses...

Read    04/09/2023

What is Building Biology and how will it change the future home

Building biology is a holistic study that investigates the complex connections between humans and their built environment. Its primary objective is to design healthy, beautiful, and sustainable buildings within ecologically sound and socially connected communities. B...

Read    04/09/2023

UK expects a surge in the number of older renters in the next few years

According to recent research, the number of older renters in England is expected to increase rapidly over the next decade. (Source: Hamptons Letting Agency).

Read    31/08/2023

How to check if a home is overcrowded

Landlords must follow specific legal rules to avoid overcrowding in homes. Known as 'statutory overcrowding, the UK has rules that explain the conditions for defining bedrooms and identify rooms that can be used for sleeping.

Read    31/08/2023

Stressed landlords face an extended period of uncertainty as changes are announced to EPC rules

landlords will face an extended period of uncertainty as changes are announced to EPC rulesUK landlords are currently facing a period of uncertainty regarding new energy efficiency rules for the private rental sector. The government is still proposing to raise the mi...

Read    30/08/2023

Welsh government faces backlash over proposed statutory licensing for Airbnbs and other tourist accommodations

The Welsh Government's plans to introduce statutory licensing for various forms of tourist accommodation, including Airbnbs, holiday homes, hotels, and bed-and-breakfasts, have received a cool response. The proposal, part of a governing deal between Labour and Plaid ...

Read    30/08/2023

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