The first episode of our new webinar series went live this week (28 September). We’re getting ever closer to going live with the re-platforming of the Planning Portal application service and guidance site and are excited to share with you these developments, what it means for you and what we’re planning to do next.
Yesterday’s episode updated you on all the work we have carried out over the summer months, looking at the updated user journey, new screens and an update on functions and features.
We also shared a first look at the new Planning Portal logo which will be launching in the new year. You may see the new logo around at events, so keep an eye out for us over the coming months!
Read more…MHCLG to change name as Johnson reaffirms commitment to levelling-up agenda
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) will be changed to the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities as part of his commitment to level up across the UK.
Laura Edgar, The Planner
The Planning Portal has recently become an active supporter of Building People, by helping to highlight their platform for diversity in the building industry.
Building People CIC is a social enterprise that is creating connections across the built environment to address the sector challenges of skills, diversity and social value. Through collaboration and innovation, Building People is connecting diverse people to opportunities, and enabling employers to widen their talent pools.
We’re a couple of months away from the Planning Portal Annual Conference on 15-18 November 2021 and we have a whole day dedicated to Planning Reform with some of the leading industry figures joining us for keynote speeches, panel discussions and break out sessions.
The September Planning Market Insight Report has revealed that from April to July, the monthly total number of planning application submissions remained consistent but with varying percentage increases across the regions. However, the change from July to August has seen most regions experience a double-figure seasonal decline, with the exception of the South West, which is the only region down by a single figure – just 6%.
The Planning Portal are back with a new webinar series – The digital future of planning and building.
Our first episode will be live on Tuesday 28 September at 12pm. The series will look at the future digital developments of planning and building whilst giving you an in-depth overview of the coming changes soon to be made on the Planning Portal 1APP application system. For both our delivery partners and regular submitters, its vital we keep you updated.
Government to make alteration to 2021 Housing Delivery Test
Housing minister Christopher Pincher has announced that the 2021 Housing Delivery Test will be calculated using a four-month adjustment to the housing requirement figures for 2020/21 to account for fluctuations in construction output owing to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Laura Edgar, The Planner
Funding for Milton Keynes and Sheffield to unlock homes
The government has awarded Milton Keynes and Sheffield a share of £1.4 million to develop proposals that seek to unlock a ‘significant’ number of homes and jobs through the New Development Corporation Competition (NDCC).
Laura Edgar, The Planner
Warrington sets out updates to local plan
Warrington Borough Council has outlined how it plans to update its proposed local plan ahead of consideration by the full council.
Laura Edgar, The Planner
The September Market Insight Report reveals that for the second time this year, application submissions have fallen below 60,000.
Read more…Covid-19 outdoor measures could become permanent
Measures introduced to aid high streets and hospitality venues during the Covid-19 pandemic could become permanent as the government consults on the permitted development rights (PDRs).
Laura Edgar, The Planner
Homes England launches land disposal approach
Homes England has launched its Delivery Partner Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS), which will replace the Delivery Partner Panel 3 (DPP3).
Laura Edgar, The Planner
South West council says planning services are ‘struggling’ with Covid-19 demand
Dorset Council has announced that it is struggling with increased submissions of planning applications during the Covid-19 pandemic as it continues ‘slimming down’ its services.
Laura Edgar, The Planner
On 5 September, four of the Planning Portal team cycled to victory in the Beyond Somerset Sportive – an epic 70-mile cycle around the Somerset Levels, including a gruelling climb up the famous Cheddar Gorge.
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