Ever since I could remember, I’ve always been fascinated with design. As a child, I found myself captivated by buildings and urban...

Before undertaking a Neighbourhood Plan, it is important to consider whether there are alternative options which you can pursue to better...

On Wednesday 20th November, the Housing, Communities and Local Government (HCLG) Committee convened to scrutinise the Government’s pledge...

The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising the way we approach tasks and manage projects across various industries,...

A Neighbourhood Plan is a community-led initiative that gives local residents the power to influence the development and growth of their...

Many Local Planning Authorities (LPAs) encourage developers to seek pre-application advice but, is it always useful? The short answer is,...

At Bluestone Planning, we are excited to announce the newest addition to our growing team: Aldrian De Lima, a recent BSc Urban Planning...

On 30th October, Rachel Reeves MP made history, delivering her first budget as the UK's first female Chancellor in more than 800 years -...

Although I have only been working in the planning industry for a little over two years, it is clear that the planning application process...

One of the most frequent questions from businesses and individuals is whether the advertisement they plan to install - whether on private...

In February, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) published its final report on the housebuilding market, following a year-long...

On October 15, 2024, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a significant boost to the housing sector through the allocation of £68...

Reflecting on nearly 20 years in the planning profession, it's incredible to think how quickly the time has flown by. Throughout my...

Oxford’s housing crisis has been a long-standing issue, with demand for new homes within and beyond the city’s boundaries being driven by...

The Enigma of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) The concept of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is simple in theory: any development should leave...

On 22nd September 2024 the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government released a policy paper titled "Planning Reform Working...

Are you a recent graduate eager to begin your professional journey in the built environment? At Bluestone Planning, we’re always on the...

As a planning consultancy, much of our work revolves around securing planning permissions for new buildings, extensions and changes of...

Before starting any construction or renovation project, it's crucial to familiarise yourself with the environmental regulations that...

In a bold step to tackle the UK's housing shortage, Housing Secretary Angela Rayner announced the launch of the New Homes Accelerator on...