Planning Portal E-News from July 2009

31 July 2009

Council found liable over birth defects and reclamation works

New guidance on historic assets launched by ministers

Parliament worried about move to drop 'needs test'

Watchdog exonerates council over waste scheme complaints

Natural England puts record straight on national park wind farms

News round-up: 30 July 2009

24 July 2009

New planning powers proposed to boost coastal development

Major freight handling facility approved

Less restrictive parking policy recommended for outer London offices

Wales set to gain Building Regulations powers

Huge freight scheme hits the buffers again

Agency considers faster housing delivery in Thames Gateway

News round-up: 23 July 2009

17 July 2009

First wave of eco-towns announced

Planning has key role in Government's green power strategy

IPC charging regime revealed by CLG

Consultants recommend new regime for minor material changes

Listed building alteration lands owner in court

News round-up: 16 July 2009

10 July 2009

MPs report on planning targets

Homeowners in denial over need for new housing, claim advisers

Major reform of Northern Ireland planning proposed

Co-op eco-town proposal discussed

Wiltshire bypass plan rejected

Planning Portal forges greater links with local authorities

News round-up: 10 July 2009

3 July 2009

English planning applications down 30 per cent

Ombudsman criticises council over affordable housing scheme

MPs call for council bonds to kick-start regeneration

Scotland's latest national planning framework published

TCPA launches waterways development advice

News round-up: 2 July 2009