Posts Tagged ‘Grey Belt’
Grey Belt Proves a Grey Area for Planners
Recent appeal decisions show that ‘Grey Belt’ continues to be subject to interpretation… As we have previously reported, the latest updates to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) include significant changes to Green Belt policy, particularly regarding the definition and assessment of ‘Grey Belt’ land. These changes aim to streamline the planning process for development…
Read MoreWhere will 1.5 million New Homes be Built?
We take a look at a recent white paper that delves into the question of where land for the government’s promised 1.5m new homes will be found… The Labour Government has made it clear that it intends to build 1.5 million new homes over its term in parliament. Yes, the UK has a shortage of…
Read MoreGrey Area: What is the New Grey Belt?
If you’ve never encountered the phrase Grey Belt before, we attempt to explain it – along with other definitions of land designation such as Green Belt, Greenfield and Brownfield… The Newly Assigned Grey Belt If you read last month’s blog, you might be wondering where the term ‘Grey Belt’ came from. If you’ve not encountered…
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