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Think we did a feasibility study on this development 10 years ago.

Residential Case Study: Spring Boroughs, Northampton Spring Boroughs is a development of 34 new affordable homes, comprising of 2 and 3 bed houses and a retail unit. Originally a scheme comprising of 18 homes off Little Cross Street, this development went under a full review to secure more sites and increase the development, including the relocation of a retail unit. Significant social value was created as part of the development, as it provideded the community with much needed affordable housing, provided the community with much needed affordable housing. Cellecta’s ScreedBoard 28 was specified by Northampton Partnership Homes due to the high sound reduction performance and low floor levels. As it’s suitable for all floor types, it is frequently viewed as the solution of choice for new build and refurbishment developments. Its interlocking edges for installation convenience, high density, and unique resilient layer provides unrivalled acoustic performance. Willmott Dixon was supplied 600m² of Cellecta products to develop these flats in Northampton. Download PDF here: https://ow.ly/LAmF50Qs7TG #ConstructionCaseStudy #Insulation #Cellecta #Architecture #Residential #ScreedBoard #Development #AcousticFloors

Planning has been approved for a project to transform a rural farmstead into a unique housing community designed around a ‘green heart’. The plans for Catstree House Farm in southeast Shropshire, which have been submitted on behalf of H2B INVESTMENTS LTD and Apley Estate, will see the creation of eight new homes around a central courtyard of private gardens, with a beautifully landscaped route through the site designed to enhance the communal feel of the development. The redundant farmstead sits within the historic Apley Estate, that can trace its history back to the late 16th Century, and is one of the number earmarked for potential residential adaptation following a high level external assessment. The farmstead currently consists of a residential farmhouse, a series of Dutch barns and a larger portal frame barn and while none of the buildings are protected by a statutory listing, they include good examples of agricultural buildings from the 19th Century as well as more modern additions from the mid-20th Century. The architecture of the three primary buildings along the southern, eastern and western edges of the courtyard, are of vernacular style typical of this part of Shropshire with hand-made red brick facades, clay tile roofs and a variety of fenestration including large cart doors and a vast array of pop holes arranged in decorative patterns while along the northern edge of the site are a series of timber framed and steel framed that have previously need used as cattle sheds. As much of the existing fabric as possible will be reused in the new development, creating a residential environment with a sense of place that is influenced by the local character and underpinned by a harmonious relationship between old and new. The proposals by BCHN Architects will see the careful restoration of the brick barn buildings with the remodelling of the cattle sheds to create a contemporary juxtaposition, which will involve the demolition of partial elements and increasing external openings to increase the natural light. Resident parking and servicing will be accommodated outside the perimeter of the new homes, preserving the tranquillity of the green courtyard at the centre of the development. Simply Planning Limited Wardell Armstrong LLP Hann Tucker Associates Camlins SHIRE CONSULTING LIMITED OES Consulting Salopian Consultancy #redevelopment #heritage #residential #architecture #adaptivereuse

Another exciting update on our Methil commercial property… We've got our updated floorplans through from our architect! 🎉   Our plan is to convert this building into six smaller shops/offices. We're slowly making progress on this one which is exciting. Let me know how you'd convert this building in the comments ⬇ More updates to follow! #jayhogartyproperties #ssas #propertyinvestment #property

Flipping Houses in Boston: Challenges in Boston🏡⬇️ While the profit potential is promising, house flipping in Boston comes with its set of challenges. The city's real estate market is known for its competitiveness, making it essential to ensure that your projected profit margin justifies your investment. This is particularly pertinent in a bustling city like Boston, where desirable neighborhoods command high prices. Another aspect that makes house flipping in Boston distinctive is the city's historic architecture. While these buildings hold immense charm, they can also pose challenges during renovations. Striking a balance between modernizing a property and adhering to historic preservation regulations requires careful navigation. #bostonrealestate #bostonhomes #bostonluxuryhomes #homesellinginnewton #sellingnewton #newtonma #newtonrealtor #newtonhomes #brooklinerealestate #newtonrealestate #newtonluxuryhomes #brooklinehomes #brooklineluxuryhomes

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Attracting a grocer to the Coquina Key Plaza redevelopment is an outstanding change! This plan will likely be beneficial, particularly given that the area has been identified as needing a grocer. This need is further highlighted by the fact that many of the grocery stores in the Coquina Key area of St. Petersburg, FL, are smaller establishments and convenience stores rather than full-service grocery stores. The closest grocery stores in the area include Snax Food Store, MLK Food Store, Food Max, and others, most of which are within a 1.5 to 2.5-mile radius and do not offer the same variety or volume of products as a larger grocery store. A full-service grocery store could provide several benefits to the local community: 1. Access to Fresh Food: Larger grocers usually offer a wider variety of fresh produce, meats, and dairy products, which are essential for a healthy diet. 2. Convenience: A local full-service grocery store would reduce the need for residents to travel further for their shopping needs, especially for those without transportation. 3. Economic Impact: A grocery store can create local jobs and stimulate economic activity in the area. 4. Community Hub: Large grocery stores often become community hubs where residents can meet and socialize. If a grocer does not sign on, other types of retailers or service providers that could potentially occupy the space might include pharmacies, medical clinics, fitness centers, or specialty stores, offering different but still valuable services to the community. Bottom line…this area is a food desert. The lack of easy access to fresh, healthy, and affordable food, further underscores the importance of a grocery store in the redevelopment plan.

Graham Simpkin Planning has won an appeal against Dartford Borough Council, taking its allowed appeal decision rate to over 70% for 2023. This appeal was in connection with a householder development in Wilmington comprising multiple attached extensions and an increase in its overall height. Although Dartford's officers were acknowledging of variations in style and scale throughout the road they did not believe that anything other than modest dwellings with traditional roofs existed in this part of the street. However, substantial properties comprising crown roofs and/or two-storey front projections for example were factually all in existence just a few dwellings away, whilst the subject dwelling already benefitted from a two storey rear extension and single storey lean-to that had resulted in a staggered side building line and convoluted double hipped roof with a valley. As such, GSP disagreed with the Council's suggestion that the existing dwelling could reasonably be described as having "a simple, shallow and unimposing pitched roof." The proposed plans aimed to improve and regularise the overall shape of the dwelling. The Inspector considered that there was very little continuity within the street, providing greater freedom for change and she concluded that the proposed design would not represent poor additions or result in it having an unduly prominent appearance. For more details or if you want GSP to review the merits of a potential appeal please get in touch. #residential #planningpermission #appealallowed #appeal #appeals #townplanning #planning #architecture #planningappeal #development #design

An early Christmas present that takes us to over 70% of successful appeals this year at GSP... We've also won a number of costs applications too. But, at risk of undermining our sterling work, I think this figure reflects what I consider to be a higher number of harsh decisions reached by Council's this year. Here's my pick of suggestions to LPAs: - Visit every site (not including Google Streetview); - Review and revise procedures and/or scheme of delegation; - Be more positive about development (see para 38 of the Framework); - Ensure you have support from the relevant technical consultee; - Conduct a planning balance exercise: do not automatically refuse an application because of a single consultee comment and remember that a development can still be contrary to a policy but you can still grant permission; - Provide more training and improve planning knowledge of Councillors (you knew this would be on the list). There might not be anything new in the list above, but these issues are happening too frequently and slowing the process down (and of course adding to the costs of Council's who are unnecessarily taking cases to committee and/or appeal). The above should be addressed if only because of what's around the corner...