Planning News – 17 January 2019

SuDs regulations come into force in Wales
Regulations for Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDs) for new property developments in Wales have come into effect.
Laura Edgar, The Planner

Birmingham announces partner for Smithfield development
Birmingham City Council has announced Lendlease as its development partner to deliver its plans for the 17-hectare Birmingham Smithfield site.
Laura Edgar, The Planner

Further funding for South Tees
Northern Powerhouse minister Jake Berry has announced a £14 million investment into the South Tees Development Corporation.
Laura Edgar, The Planner

Over £2m to help councils tackle rogue landlords
Housing minister Heather Wheeler has announced that more than 50 councils will receive a share of £2.4 million of extra funding to tackle rogue landlords.
Laura Edgar, The Planner

Physical infrastructure is a barrier to liveable cities
The physical infrastructure in cities can become a barrier to the way people live, affecting health and economic well-being, according to a Future of London report.
Laura Edgar, The Planner

News round-up
A round-up of planning news

• Increasing numbers of students remain RTPI members
• Bradford consults on local plan
• NOMA development approved
• New college to be built in St Andrews
• Extension to Cardiff discovery centre to go ahead
• And more stories…
  Laura Edgar, The Planner