Pitlochry brewery Wasted Degrees gains approval after a legal challenge forced a council review of woodland impact. Brewery Plan Approved After Review by Scottish Council Members Two brothers, Conall and Jack Low, own Wasted Degrees. They first got approval for their brewery in June 2024. It was for a taproom, shop, and outdoor seating in…
Durham County Council approved plans for a garden building at 3 Ivy Terrace in South Moor. South Moor Building Project Approved by Durham County Council The building project at 3 Ivy Terrace got approved. It is in South Moor, Stanley. Approval happened on February 10th. Chris Robson applied for this on November 27, 2024. He…
Landlords file claims for unlawful fees tied to Edinburgh’s short-term let rules. Over £300k claimed, possibly exceeding £1M. Edinburgh Landlords Seek Compensation for Short-Term Let Licensing Edinburgh started licensing short-term lets in 2022. The city became a ‘control zone.’ Owners renting properties not their primary homes needed planning permission. A court ruled planning was only…
A plan to split a Sydenham home into two is under review. Concerns raised about size, details, and parking availability. Oxfordshire Home Conversion Faces Scrutiny Over Development Concerns Mr. P Gascoigne seeks approval for changes to a property. The property is at Holliers Close in Sydenham. He wants to divide one home into two separate…
Redevelopment of the old Irish Club is approved. It features apartments and a cafe/bar in Newport, Wales. Former City Club Redevelopment Gets Green Light in Newport Hey, guess what’s happening in Newport? Remember the old Irish Club on Commercial Road? They are fixing it up and planning folks said it’s okay to continue the work…
East Durham College’s housing plan faces opposition due to concerns about loss of playing fields and design flaws. Council Opposes 54 Home Plan at East Durham College Site East Durham College wants to build houses. They plan 54 homes on their Willerby Grove campus. It’s on land unused since 2019. They haven’t maintained this old…
East Suffolk Council rejects retrospective application for fence on Howard’s Way due to negative street view and resident complaints. Kesgrave Fence Faces Rejection Due to Street View Impact Concerns East Suffolk Council rejected a fence application for Howard’s Way, citing concerns about its impact on the street view. Residents also expressed their dislike for the…
A Norfolk holiday let at Beeston Regis gains approval despite objections. Owners can use the studio for income. Beeston Regis Holiday Let Receives Planning Approval in Norfolk Annie and Katrina own The Seven Hares. It’s at The Turning Point in Beeston Regis. They now have planning permission. They used their studio as a holiday let…
A Newport hotel’s conversion to an unapproved HMO stirs local concerns about planning rules and community impact. Newport Hotel Conversion to HMO Sparks Strong Community Debate The Crosshands Hotel in Newport has changed. It’s now a house with multiple living spaces, featuring shared facilities and private rooms. This change occurred without prior permission, leading to…
Plans approved for 11 new homes near Keady High School after applicant narrowly met deadline, satisfying all conditions. Keady Area Gets Green Light for Eleven New Houses Near High School They approved building 11 homes near Keady High. It was a close call for the applicant, though. She almost missed the deadline to meet requirements.…