Showdown over mayor’s green agenda for new London Plan

20 February 20

Sadiq Khan urges government to back environmental proposals, but critics say they defy national policy

Government white paper set to speed up planning system

13 February 20

Paper is expected to outline proposals to simplify the planning process and speed up housing delivery

6 February 20

Online retailer won case against Cannock Chase council arguing that mezzanines did not count as floorspace

30 January 20

Many property companies are ditching expensive central locations to reflect today’s changing work trends

30 January 20

The government’s Environment Bill will require developers to measurably improve natural wildlife habitats

23 January 20

Body sets out goals for office sector to reduce energy use by 60% to meet the 2050 carbon-neutral pledge

16 January 20

Industry is cautiously optimistic that government’s First Homes policy will succeed where Starter Homes failed.

9 January 20

Evidence indicates that the system is being abused, but how likely is it that the government will intervene?

19 December 19

The high-profile Tate Modern viewing gallery dispute is one of a number of prominent legal cases this year

12 December 19

Plans to allow homeowners to add extra storeys without planning permission come under fire from industry.